Politics & Government
North Andover Select Board Approves $136M Budget
The board discussed school spending, trash pickup costs, and future planning at the meeting earlier this month.
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. – The North Andover Select Board approved a $136 million town budget for the upcoming year at its March 3 meeting.
The school budget will rise to $68.2 million, a 9.89% increase from last year. Superintendent Pam Lathrop said the increase will help maintain class sizes, avoid cutting programs, and support teacher development. The Finance Committee will review the plan.
Officials also debated the cost of expanding town trash pickup to condominiums, affecting 1,800 residents. The change would cost an estimated $400,000.
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The issue may be reconsidered when the town’s trash contract expires in two years.
The town is facing higher costs for group insurance and snow removal. Officials said they are working to manage these expenses while keeping tax increases minimal.
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The board discussed the town’s Open Space and Recreation Plan. Officials stressed the importance of maintaining green spaces while balancing development needs.
The board also appointed Edward Capodilupo to the Housing Authority and announced a survey on the future of Kittredge School.
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