NAU’s research shows that Rick Nardella and Tracy Watson are the best candidates for Board of Selectmen because they demonstrate the following:

• Significant prior experience with North Andover town government 
• Strong financial and management experience
• Proven collaborative solutions approach 
• Creative and practical plans for future development in North Andover

Rick Nardella has served on the North Andover Planning Board for 18 years.  Tracy Watson has served on both the Housing Board and the School Department Facilities Review Committee.  Rick and Tracy have demonstrated their financial abilities and leadership skills throughout their tenure on these boards.  Both candidates have articulated specific and actionable plans for executing effective commercial development for North Andover.  They clearly understand that effective commercial development will positively impact town revenue, property values, town services and our schools.

Both Rick and Tracy have exhibited a willingness to build on the collaboration of the Joint Resolution signed last year by the Board of Selectmen, the School Committee and the Finance Committee.  Additionally, both have invested significant time with our current elected town and state officials to better understand the complexities facing North Andover.  Most importantly, Richard and Tracy have both the expertise and commitment to get the job done.

We would be remiss if we did not acknowledge Don Stewart’s long standing service and commitment to the Town of North Andover.  While we find him a worthy candidate, we believe that Tracy Watson and Rick Nardella are the best leaders for North Andover at this time.