Select Board — April 2, 2026
The meeting focused on administrative planning, goal setting, and standard operational reports with no significant public outcry recorded.
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Attention Andover residents: Changes are coming to how the town handles Land Use Fees.
During the Select Board meeting on April 2, 2026, the Board discussed reviewing and updating land use fees to bring them in line with surrounding towns. While 'alignment' may sound administrative, for residents, property owners, and developers, this move typically results in increased costs for engaging in land use and zoning activities.
This is a significant decision that affects the local economy and the cost of doing business or managing property in Andover. The Board has scheduled a public hearing for April 16 to gather community input on these proposed updates.
If you want to have a say in how much it costs to navigate our town's land use processes, make sure you attend the hearing on April 16. Don't wait until the fees are set to voice your concerns.
Public impact
Management of large upcoming payments to the SAU affects the town's cash-on-hand and overall fiscal stability.
Potential increase in administrative fees to align with regional standards.
Topics discussed
The Board reviewed and approved the meeting minutes from March 5, 2026, and March 19, 2026.
Discussion regarding 2026 goals, including road inventories, the Master Plan, strategic planning, and potential sub-committees.
Discussion of cash on hand and upcoming large payments due to the SAU.
Interviews were conducted for Planning Board re-appointments and new applicants; forest fire warden appointment was addressed.
Discussion regarding the disposal of approximately 100 tires on the French property.
Review of proposed updates to land use fees to align with surrounding towns and the scheduling of a public hearing.
Report on new equipment, upcoming street sweeping, road conditions, and recent office repairs.
Controversy & dissent
Potentially controversial issues
Land Use Fees Review
French Property Cleanup Project
Split votes
Community vs. board tension
Public comment
Decisions logged
Action items
Member positions
Positions marked ~ are inferred from context and may not reflect the member's explicitly stated position. UNCLEAR means the vote was split but the record did not name how this member voted — it is not a “yes.”
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