Select Board — May 7, 2026
The meeting was largely procedural and focused on departmental updates and infrastructure planning without significant public interruption.
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Andover Select Board Meeting Update: May 7, 2026
Several significant decisions regarding town infrastructure and long-term financial planning were made during last night's Select Board meeting.
First, the Board moved forward with a $400,000 paving plan targeting Plains Road, Elbow Pond Road, and Flaghole Road. During the discussion, questions were raised regarding the effectiveness of the 'shim and overlay' method, particularly for Flaghole Road, and whether the town should have allocated funds to restore road width on Plains Road.
Additionally, the Board authorized two new contracts with the Lakes Region Planning Commission totaling over $27,500 for road surface and culvert assessments. While these studies provide necessary data, the Board noted that this information will be a primary driver for future road bond planning, likely targeting a 2028 Town Meeting. This means the work being done now will directly influence the scale of future taxpayer debt.
Finally, the Board addressed a past contract with R&D Paving. Rather than making a formal motion to cancel the contract, the Board decided against a vote to avoid potential "legal exposure," maintaining the stance that the contract is already concluded.
As these projects move toward the bidding phase (due May 21), residents should stay engaged with how these infrastructure investments are managed.
Public impact
$400,000 infrastructure investment
The board accepted the proposed plan and is awaiting sealed bids by May 21.
Sealed bids are due to the Highway Supervisor's office prior to the May 21, 2026 meeting.
$27,556.64 in professional service fees
The board authorized both the RSMS and CCDS contracts.
Topics discussed
The Board reviewed draft minutes from the previous meeting, noting required corrections regarding the school superintendent's name and meeting headings.
Formal approval was deferred to the next meeting pending corrections.
Town Administrator Sieburg will incorporate corrections and distribute the revised draft prior to the May 21, 2026 meeting.
The Board performed a retroactive annual review of the town's investment and deposit policies to satisfy audit requirements.
The Board confirmed no changes were warranted and will add a notation regarding the retroactive nature of the review.
The Highway Supervisor presented a $400,000 paving plan targeting three specific road projects for the 2026 season.
The Board declined to formally vote to cancel the R&D Paving contract, maintaining the position that it is already concluded. Sealed bids from contractors are expected by May 21.
Sealed bids are due to the Highway Supervisor's office prior to the May 21, 2026 meeting.
The Board reviewed and authorized contracts with the Lakes Region Planning Commission for road surface and culvert assessments.
The Board authorized the execution of both contracts.
The Board authorized a contract for magnesium chloride to replace current calcium chloride for dust suppression and de-icing.
The Board authorized the execution of the contract.
The Board established a framework for conducting employee performance evaluations and determining compensation adjustments.
A general framework for the review process was agreed upon.
The Highway Supervisor provided operational updates, and the Board authorized the sale of an old dump truck.
The Board authorized the listing of the red dump truck with an asking price of $10,000 and a floor price of $7,500.
Controversy & dissent
Potentially controversial issues
2026 Paving Plan and R&D Paving Contract
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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