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June 7, 2018
19 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Steven Rose, Eric Beckerman, Robert Brady
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Meeting Minutes
Accept the minutes of May 10, 2018 (Workshop Session) as read
Mr. Brady made a motion to accept the minutes of May 10, 2018 (Workshop Session) as read. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to accept the minutes of May 10, 2018 (Workshop Session) as read. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Accept the minutes of May 17, 2018 (Regular Session) as read
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the minutes of May 17, 2018 (Regular Session) as read. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the minutes of May 17, 2018 (Regular Session) as read. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Accept the minutes of May 17, 2018 (Executive Session) as read
Mr. Brady made a motion to accept the minutes of May 17, 2018 (Executive Session) as read. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to accept the minutes of May 17, 2018 (Executive Session) as read. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Accept the minutes of May 29, 2018 (Workshop Session) as read
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the minutes of May 29, 2018 (Workshop Session) as read. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
The minutes name Eric Beckerman as both the mover and the seconder, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the minutes of May 29, 2018 (Workshop Session) as read. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman)
Request to Surplus West Main Street Project Sign
Declare the West Main Street Project Sign as surplus
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare the West Main Street Project Sign as surplus. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare the West Main Street Project Sign as surplus. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Annual Appointments/Reappointments for 2018/2019
Approve the Annual Appointments/Reappointments for 2018/2019 as read
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Annual Appointments/Reappointments for 2018/2019 as read. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Annual Appointments/Reappointments for 2018/2019 as read. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Temporary Sign Permit for Floor & Décor
Approve the Temporary Sign Permit for Floor & Décor for three 8' x 2' x 15° feet signs to be displayed in the parking lot advertising the Super Saturday Grand Opening Event from June 28, 2018...
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Temporary Sign Permit for Floor & Décor for three 8' x 2' x 15° feet signs to be displayed in the parking lot advertising the Super Saturday Grand Opening Event from June 28, 2018 through August 28, 2018. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman asked Ms. Faro if Floor & Décor already had a Temporary Sign Permit. Ms. Faro informed Mr. Beckerman Floor & Décor currently has a Temporary Sign Permit which displayed that the business was "Coming Soon." Ms. Faro informed Mr. Beckerman that the Temporary Sign Permit approved tonight will replace the former Temporary Sign Permit. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Temporary Sign Permit for Floor & Décor for three 8' x 2' x 15° feet signs to be displayed in the parking lot advertising the Super Saturday Grand Opening Event from June 28, 2018 through August 28, 2018. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman asked Ms. Faro if Floor & Décor already had a Temporary Sign Permit. Ms. Faro informed Mr. Beckerman Floor & Décor currently has a Temporary Sign Permit which displayed that the business was "Coming Soon." Ms. Faro informed Mr. Beckerman that the Temporary Sign Permit approved tonight will replace the former Temporary Sign Permit. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Street Opening Permits
Approve the Street Opening Permits listed above for Columbia Gas with the stipulation that Columbia Gas follow the Trench Rehabilitation Procedures as specified by the Department of Public Works
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permits listed above for Columbia Gas with the stipulation that Columbia Gas follow the Trench Rehabilitation Procedures as specified by the Department of Public Works. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permits listed above for Columbia Gas with the stipulation that Columbia Gas follow the Trench Rehabilitation Procedures as specified by the Department of Public Works. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Recording Secretary Appointments
Reconsider
Mr. Brady made a motion to reconsider. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to reconsider. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Appoint Ms. Delorey as a Part-Time Recording Secretary and for the Personnel Action Form to reflect the changes as discussed by Ms. Faro
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Ms. Delorey as a Part-Time Recording Secretary and for the Personnel Action Form to reflect the changes as discussed by Ms. Faro. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Ms. Delorey as a Part-Time Recording Secretary and for the Personnel Action Form to reflect the changes as discussed by Ms. Faro. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Appoint Kayla McKenney as a Part-Time Recording Secretary for various Boards and Committees at the rate of $16.00 per hour
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Kayla McKenney as a Part-Time Recording Secretary for various Boards and Committees at the rate of $16.00 per hour. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Kayla McKenney as a Part-Time Recording Secretary for various Boards and Committees at the rate of $16.00 per hour. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
One Day Special Alcohol Permits
Approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permits for the Avon Fish & Game Association for the following dates: July 14, 2018, July 24, 2018, August 11, 2018, September 1, 2018, and September 29, 2018
Mr. Brady made a motion approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permits for the Avon Fish & Game Association for the following dates: July 14, 2018, July 24, 2018, August 11, 2018, September 1, 2018, and September 29, 2018. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permits for the Avon Fish & Game Association for the following dates: July 14, 2018, July 24, 2018, August 11, 2018, September 1, 2018, and September 29, 2018. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Line Item Transfers
Approve the Line Item Transfer in the amount of $15,624.59 from the Town Accountant Salary - Non Union line to the Town Accountant - Purchase Services line for a deficit due to paying the Interim...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Line Item Transfer in the amount of $15,624.59 from the Town Accountant Salary - Non Union line to the Town Accountant - Purchase Services line for a deficit due to paying the Interim Town Accountant. The bottom line expenses will not cover the contract for the Fiscal Year 2017 Audit Services. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Line Item Transfer in the amount of $15,624.59 from the Town Accountant Salary - Non Union line to the Town Accountant - Purchase Services line for a deficit due to paying the Interim Town Accountant. The bottom line expenses will not cover the contract for the Fiscal Year 2017 Audit Services. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Approve the Line Item Transfer in the amount of $5,712.91 from the Insurance - Personal Services line to the Town Accountant - Purchase Services line for a deficit due to paying the Interim Town...
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Line Item Transfer in the amount of $5,712.91 from the Insurance - Personal Services line to the Town Accountant - Purchase Services line for a deficit due to paying the Interim Town Accountant. The bottom line expenses will not cover the contract for the Fiscal Year 2017 Audit Services. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Line Item Transfer in the amount of $5,712.91 from the Insurance - Personal Services line to the Town Accountant - Purchase Services line for a deficit due to paying the Interim Town Accountant. The bottom line expenses will not cover the contract for the Fiscal Year 2017 Audit Services. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Request from Police Chief for Carry Over Vacation Time for Dispatchers
Approve the request from Chief Martineau for Sheri Carney to carry over 15 vacation days and Linda Farley to carry over 16 vacation days to be used by December 30, 2018
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the request from Chief Martineau for Sheri Carney to carry over 15 vacation days and Linda Farley to carry over 16 vacation days to be used by December 30, 2018. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the request from Chief Martineau for Sheri Carney to carry over 15 vacation days and Linda Farley to carry over 16 vacation days to be used by December 30, 2018. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Gift Acceptance Requests for the Council on Aging
Approve the gift donation from the Avon Firefighters Relief Association for Costco items at an estimated value of $25.00 for the Council on Aging Annual Cookout
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the gift donation from the Avon Firefighters Relief Association for Costco items at an estimated value of $25.00 for the Council on Aging Annual Cookout. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the gift donation from the Avon Firefighters Relief Association for Costco items at an estimated value of $25.00 for the Council on Aging Annual Cookout. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Approve the gift donation from the Avon Walmart for hamburgers, hot dogs and rolls at an estimated value of $150 for the Council on Aging Annual Cookout
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the gift donation from the Avon Walmart for hamburgers, hot dogs and rolls at an estimated value of $150 for the Council on Aging Annual Cookout. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman noted that the Walmart Manager's name is Bert Cabral, as there was a typo on the gift donation form. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the gift donation from the Avon Walmart for hamburgers, hot dogs and rolls at an estimated value of $150 for the Council on Aging Annual Cookout. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman noted that the Walmart Manager's name is Bert Cabral, as there was a typo on the gift donation form. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Approve the gift donation from the Avon Police Relief Association for entertainment and food at an estimated value of $250 for the Council on Aging Annual Cookout
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the gift donation from the Avon Police Relief Association for entertainment and food at an estimated value of $250 for the Council on Aging Annual Cookout. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the gift donation from the Avon Police Relief Association for entertainment and food at an estimated value of $250 for the Council on Aging Annual Cookout. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Adjournment
Adjourn the Regular Session
Mr. Brady made a motion to adjourn the Regular Session. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Brady voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to adjourn the Regular Session. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Brady voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
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