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May 2, 2019
17 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Part of this meeting was held jointly with the Finance Committee; only the Select Board’s own votes are shown.
Present: Steven Rose, Robert Brady, Eric Beckerman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Public Participation
Accept the minutes of April 18, 2019 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the minutes of April 18, 2019 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the minutes of April 18, 2019 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
14 North Main Street - Disposition of Surplus Property
Declare 14B North Main Street as surplus property and to be sold under the receiver as described by the Town Administrator
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare 14B North Main Street as surplus property and to be sold under the receiver as described by the Town Administrator. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare 14B North Main Street as surplus property and to be sold under the receiver as described by the Town Administrator. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
DPW Engineering/Integrated Water Resources Asset Management Plan Contracts
Authorize Mr. Fitzgerald to file the application with the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection for State F inancial Assistance for the Water Resources Asset Management Plan
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to authorize Mr. Fitzgerald to file the application with the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection for State F inancial Assistance for the Water Resources Asset Management Plan. The Asset Management Plan will include an inventory of the Town's water and stormwater systems. The plan shall include a prioritized list of assets to be placed with estimated budget costs. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to authorize Mr. Fitzgerald to file the application with the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection for State F inancial Assistance for the Water Resources Asset Management Plan. The Asset Management Plan will include an inventory of the Town's water and stormwater systems. The plan shall include a prioritized list of assets to be placed with estimated budget costs. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Designate $112,000 from Account 440-684, Town Water Supply, for the Integrated Water Resources Asset Management Plan
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to designate $112,000 from Account 440-684, Town Water Supply, for the Integrated Water Resources Asset Management Plan. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to designate $112,000 from Account 440-684, Town Water Supply, for the Integrated Water Resources Asset Management Plan. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Approve the Agreement for Professional Services with Tata & Howard, Inc. in the amount of $86,300 for the Asset Management Plan, the update to the Emergency Response Plan, and General/On-Call...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Agreement for Professional Services with Tata & Howard, Inc. in the amount of $86,300 for the Asset Management Plan, the update to the Emergency Response Plan, and General/On-Call Services, pending the approval and signature by the Town Accountant and Town Counsel. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Agreement for Professional Services with Tata & Howard, Inc. in the amount of $86,300 for the Asset Management Plan, the update to the Emergency Response Plan, and General/On-Call Services, pending the approval and signature by the Town Accountant and Town Counsel. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Approve the Agreement for Professional Services with Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc. in the amount of $57,500 for the Asset Management Plan and General/On-Call Services, pending the approval and...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Agreement for Professional Services with Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc. in the amount of $57,500 for the Asset Management Plan and General/On-Call Services, pending the approval and signature by the Town Accountant and Town Counsel. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Agreement for Professional Services with Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc. in the amount of $57,500 for the Asset Management Plan and General/On-Call Services, pending the approval and signature by the Town Accountant and Town Counsel. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Historical Commission Appointment
Appoint Doreen Gouthro to the Historical Commission, term to expire June 30, 2022
Mr. Brady made a motion to appoint Doreen Gouthro to the Historical Commission, term to expire June 30, 2022. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to appoint Doreen Gouthro to the Historical Commission, term to expire June 30, 2022. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Memorial Day Parade Permit
Approve the 2019 Memorial Day Parade Permit for the Avon VEW Post #8892 for Sunday, May 26, 2019 commencing at 1:00 p.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the 2019 Memorial Day Parade Permit for the Avon VEW Post #8892 for Sunday, May 26, 2019 commencing at 1:00 p.m. at the St. Michael's Church parking lot and to waive the permit fee. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the 2019 Memorial Day Parade Permit for the Avon VEW Post #8892 for Sunday, May 26, 2019 commencing at 1:00 p.m. at the St. Michael's Church parking lot and to waive the permit fee. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding for the Solar Credit Purchase Agreement with the Town of Abington and authorize the Chairman to sign the agreement
Mr. Beckerman made an amended motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding for the Solar Credit Purchase Agreement with the Town of Abington and authorize the Chairman to sign the agreement. Mr. Brady seconded the amended motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made an amended motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding for the Solar Credit Purchase Agreement with the Town of Abington and authorize the Chairman to sign the agreement. Mr. Brady seconded the amended motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Award for Avon Public Library Roof Repairs and Replacement, APL-2019-02
Award the Avon Public Library Roof Repairs and Replacement Project, APL-2019-02, to E-5 Builders, LLC and allow the Town Administrator to sign the contract for this project after it is reviewed by...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to award the Avon Public Library Roof Repairs and Replacement Project, APL-2019-02, to E-5 Builders, LLC and allow the Town Administrator to sign the contract for this project after it is reviewed by Town Counsel. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to award the Avon Public Library Roof Repairs and Replacement Project, APL-2019-02, to E-5 Builders, LLC and allow the Town Administrator to sign the contract for this project after it is reviewed by Town Counsel. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Appointment of Compost Site Attendant
Appoint Ronald Mahan as the Compost Site Attendant effective May 2, 2019 at the rate of $15.00 per hour
Mr. Brady made a motion to appoint Ronald Mahan as the Compost Site Attendant effective May 2, 2019 at the rate of $15.00 per hour. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman noticed that this position has no Grade or Step attached to it in accordance with the Personnel Bylaws. Ms. Waldron stated that this rate was previously requested by the Board of Health to fill the position and consented to by the Selectmen. Mr. Enos informed Mr. Beckerman that if the voters approve the Compensation Study at Town Meeting, this position, as well as all other positions would have a definitive Step and Grade. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to appoint Ronald Mahan as the Compost Site Attendant effective May 2, 2019 at the rate of $15.00 per hour. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman noticed that this position has no Grade or Step attached to it in accordance with the Personnel Bylaws. Ms. Waldron stated that this rate was previously requested by the Board of Health to fill the position and consented to by the Selectmen. Mr. Enos informed Mr. Beckerman that if the voters approve the Compensation Study at Town Meeting, this position, as well as all other positions would have a definitive Step and Grade. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Personnel Action Form for Council on Aging Van Driver
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Meghan Mallett for a step increase from a Grade F7, Step 4 at a rate of $14.83 per hour to a Grade F7, Step 5 at the rate of $15.13 per hour effective March...
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Meghan Mallett for a step increase from a Grade F7, Step 4 at a rate of $14.83 per hour to a Grade F7, Step 5 at the rate of $15.13 per hour effective March 21, 2019. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Meghan Mallett for a step increase from a Grade F7, Step 4 at a rate of $14.83 per hour to a Grade F7, Step 5 at the rate of $15.13 per hour effective March 21, 2019. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Subordination Request for 55 Thayer Avenue in West Bridgewater
Mr. Beckerman amended the motion to include the language suggested by Chairman Rose
Mr. Beckerman amended the motion to include the language suggested by Chairman Rose. Mr. Brady seconded the amended motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman amended the motion to include the language suggested by Chairman Rose. Mr. Brady seconded the amended motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Street Opening Permits from Columbia Gas
Table the Street Opening Permits from Columbia Gas until the meeting of May 16, 2019
Mr. Brady made a motion to table the Street Opening Permits from Columbia Gas until the meeting of May 16, 2019. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to table the Street Opening Permits from Columbia Gas until the meeting of May 16, 2019. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Town Administrator's Report
Approve Michele Goode as the Playground Supervisor for the Summer Program at a Grade G11, Step 2 at the rate of $14.56 per hour
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve Michele Goode as the Playground Supervisor for the Summer Program at a Grade G11, Step 2 at the rate of $14.56 per hour. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve Michele Goode as the Playground Supervisor for the Summer Program at a Grade G11, Step 2 at the rate of $14.56 per hour. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Adjournment
Adjourn the Regular Session
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the Regular Session. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Brady voted aye. : Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the Regular Session. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Brady voted aye. : Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Adjourn the meeting
Mr. Beckerman moved to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Brady seconded the meeting, so voted 3-0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman moved to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Brady seconded the meeting, so voted 3-0..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
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