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Board asks highway department to clear sand from sidewalks; commissioner says equipment unavailable

Select Board of Andover · May 26, 2026
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Summary

Select‑Person Justin Thacker requested sand be cleared from sidewalks and parking lots. Road Commissioner Per Trip said he lacks the special equipment and that renting is not possible; he will research options for painting and striping the parking lot and report back at the next meeting.

During new business on May 26, Select‑Person Justin Thacker asked the Road Commissioner to remove sand from sidewalks and parking lots using a shovel and blower. Per Trip responded that he does not have the special equipment required to complete the task and that renting equipment is not possible at this time.

Per Trip said he will research a plan to paint (stripe) the parking lot and provide an update at the next meeting. The minutes do not record a timeline, cost estimate, or external contractor options for either cleaning or painting.