News, Events & Notices
Change Your Clock, Change Your Batteries – 3/14
Daylight Savings time begins at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 14th, with clocks moving ahead one hour. Also remember to replace the batteries in your household fire alarms. The peak time for home fire fatalities is between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. when most families are sleeping. Working alarms increase the chances of surviving a fire, and are even greater when combined with a practiced home escape plan. Please remember the phrase “Change Your Clock, Change Your Batteries” to remind you to replace the batteries in your household smoke and carbon monoxide alarms on March 14th.Pay 2010 MV Excise Bill On-line
The Town of Andover now offers the option of paying several types of municipal bills electronically using third-party payment processing services. On-line payments can be made quickly and easily via electronic debit from a checking account or with a credit card. Payments made by electronic debit are free of charge. Payments made by credit card are assessed a convenience fee by the service provider (calculated and displayed prior to submitting payment). MasterCard and Discover accepted.Click here to access the on-line bill pay service.
Spring Egg Hunt – 3/20
DCS is will be hosting its annual Spring Egg Hunt for children ages 2-10 on Saturday, March 20th from 10:00 am-11:30 am at the Andover High School. Enjoy games, prizes, pictures with the Spring Bunny, and egg decorating! Cost is $10/child. Pre-registration is required. Register on-line by clicking here. For more information, contact DCS at dcs@andoverma.gov or (978)623-8274.Rep L’Italien Office Hours – 3/26
State Representative Barbara L’Italien will be holding constituent office hours at the Andover Senior Center on Friday, March 26th from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Either Rep. L’Italien or her Legislative Aide will be available to meet with any interested residents. Residents can also speak directly with Rep. L’Italien’s office anytime by calling 617-722-2380. Rep. L’Italien represents the 18th Essex District which includes precincts 1, 7 and 8 in Andover.Rabies Clinic – 4/3
A Rabies Clinic for dogs and cats will be held on Saturday, April 3rd at the Andover Animal Hospital, 233 Lowell Street, Andover. Rabies vaccinations are good for three years if the owner can prove that their animal has a current rabies vaccination. Clinic hours will be 8:30 am to 12:00 noon. The cost is $10. All pets must be restrained. For more information please call the Town Clerk’s Office at 978-623-8255 or the Andover Animal Hospital at 978-475-3600.Town Saves $1.3 Million by Refinancing Debt
The Town of Andover recently went to the municipal bond market to issue long and short term debt, and to refinance $13 million of existing long term debt, saving approximately $1.3 million in interest costs. Click here for more details. Prior to the sale, Standard & Poor’s credit rating agency assigned its highest “AAA” municipal rating to Andover. The agency cited the Town’s stable and diverse economic base, strong financial management, and low overall debt burden as positive factors in its rating. Click here to view S&P’s rating report.Spring Programs at the Senior Center
Andover’s Leading Ladies: Andover Women Who Made a DifferenceThursdays, March 4,11,18,&25, from 1:30 – 3pm. $20. Community Welcome!
4-part series about women who have made outstanding contributions to the Town of Andover, both past and present. Presenters: Joan Patrakis, Barbara Brown, Susan Lenoe, and Julie Scolnik.
Historical perspective by local author Joan Patrakis (3/4)
Story of “Black Lucy” freed Andover slave, by Barbara Brown, Lawrence Historical Society Director (3/11)
Spring Crafts Fair (3/12): Drop by to support your local Senior Center starting March 12th from 9 – 3 and running until the first of April. Lovely hand-made gift items, knit goods, quilted bags, floral arrangements, live plants and more! All proceeds directly benefit programs at the center.
Andover’s two leading preservationists brought to life by Susan Lenoe, local actress (3/18)
Performance and discussion of the creative process by Julie Scolnik, founder of Andover Chamber Music, along with Franziska Huhn, harpist (3/25)
BoomerVenture will begin spring registration on March 15:
Serenity Yoga: Wed. March 31 – June 30; 2:45 – 3:545p.m. $70 per 11 week session.
Energize with Exercise: Mon. Mar. 29 – June 28; 3:30 – 4:30p.m.. $55 for 10 week session
Boomer Zumba: Thursdays: April 1 – June 17; 3:30 – 4:30. $60 for 10 weeks session.
Boomer Bridge: Mondays: April 5 – May 17: 6 week session. 1:30 – 3:30; $100 or $25 drop in fee:
For more information contact the Senior Center at (978) 623-8321 or kpaynetaylor@andoverma.gov
Virginia Cole Community Service Award
The Town is now accepting nominations through March 26th for the 2010 Virginia Cole Community Service Award for “outstanding, long-term contributions to the Town in an elected, appointed or volunteer role.” Click here for a copy of the nomination form and additional information.Dollars for Scholars Applications
The Andover chapter of Dollars for Scholars is now accepting college scholarship applications through April 14th for the2010 academic year. Click here to download the application and additional information.
Water Meter Replacement Program
The Town of Andover is currently in the process of implementing a water meter replacement/retrofit and drive-by radio read system. Residents will receive a letter from Easton Winwater Services, the installation company, to schedule an appointment for their meter replacement. Upon receipt of the letter, residents are urged to respond and schedule an appointment as soon as possible. Any questions in regards to the installation project should be directed to Easton Winwater toll free at 1-866-983-8080, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30am and 4:00pm or log on to www.winwaterservices.com.Click here for additional information on scheduling appointments.
DCS Winter/Spring Program Registration
Register on-line now for DCS winter/spring programs, activities, and trips. Check out how many spaces are open and sign up immediately from the convenience of your home. See the DCS Winter/Spring 2010 Booklet for a complete listing of available activities. For more information contact DCS at dcs@andoverma.gov or (978) 623-8279.2010 Firefighter Exam Information
The Massachusetts Human Resources Division (HRD) is currently accepting applications for the 2010 Firefighter Municipal Service Examination. This examination consists of two components: the Written Examination and the Entry Level Physical Ability Test (ELPAT). Candidates must take and pass both components in order to be placed on the eligible list for appointment with the Andover Fire-Rescue department. The written examination will be held on April 24, 2010 at various sites across the state. The ELPAT will be administered from December 2009 through September 3, 2010 at the Hudson National Guard Armory.More Information