My name is Elizabeth (Betsy) Paine. I have served as the School District Moderator for the last three years, and I am seeking another one-year term at this year’s town election. I have lived in Andover for 10 years, and both of my children graduated from Andover Elementary/Middle School. Our family had a very positive experience […]
I am running for School Board because I believe Andover Elementary/Middle School is one of the best schools in New Hampshire, and that compels me to want to serve. My experience may lend me perspective on the various strands of what makes up a school community. I’ve lived in Andover and been a property taxpayer […]
Our town has a lot to be proud of, and Andover Elementary/Middle School is a huge part of what makes Andover great. As a mother of two school-age children, an educator, and a resident of East Andover, I have enjoyed serving on the Andover School Board for the last three years. In this capacity I […]
“There is no frigate like a book To take us lands away” I am running for Library Trustee because Emily Dickinson’s words are still true today. Books are great! I think Emily Dickinson would be happy to see how our public libraries have evolved in the 125 years since she wrote that poem. Today, our […]
Since first moving to Andover in 1968, I have been appointed by the Selectmen to serve on various boards or committees, including the Planning Board and the Conservation Commission and also was appointed by the Selectmen as Andover’s representative to the Lakes Region Planning Commission. I also served as Chairman of Andover’s Bicentennial Committee in […]
There is only one reason to run for Budget Committee or volunteer for any other town groups. That is because you feel an obligation to Andover and believe you can be of help. I have had a home in Andover for 23 years and have that obligation. Until retirement, my profession was that of a […]
I’m Leonard “Lenny” Caron. I’ve lived in Andover for almost 30 years. I’ve been in the logging and construction business all of my life. I once was your friendly road agent, and I am currently a member of the Planning Board and the Capital Improvement Committee. I know the fiscal part of the town – roads, […]
My name is James Delaney, Sr., and I have lived in Andover almost all of my life. I left for a while to join the United States Marine Corps and do my tour of duty. After nine years, I came home and started my family. All of my sons have been brought up in Andover, […]
Only one contested position
The filing period for the March 10 elections ended at 5 PM on Friday, January 30. Candidates on the ballots will be: Board of Selectmen (one position): Leonard Caron, James Delaney Budget Committee (two positions): Wood Sutton, Bob Ward Library Trustee (two positions): Caroline Ratzki, Alexis Southworth School Board (one position, three years): Michelle Dudek School […]
Tax bill for $200,000 property could drop $92
The proposed 2015 budgets for Andover schools, town government, and fire departments total $6,652,036, down over $60,000 (or 0.9%) from the 2014 total. These budgets will result in lower tax bills this year. The State Educational Grant is increased, which will reduce the School District tax burden. Assuming no changes in other offsetting revenues (including […]