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May 16, 2019
23 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Steven Rose, Robert Brady, Eric Beckerman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Public Participation
Accept the minutes of May 2, 2019 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the minutes of May 2, 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 May 2, 2019 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
7:45 p.m. - Public Hearing for Propane Storage Tank License Application for 1-15 Curtis Circle
Approve the propane storage tank license application for The Village at Curtis Estates Realty Trust at 1- 15 Curtis Circle with the conditions as outlined by the Fire Chief
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the propane storage tank license application for The Village at Curtis Estates Realty Trust at 1- 15 Curtis Circle with the conditions as outlined by the Fire Chief. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the propane storage tank license application for The Village at Curtis Estates Realty Trust at 1- 15 Curtis Circle with the conditions as outlined by the Fire Chief. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Review of Street Opening Permit Applications
Approve the revised Street Opening Permit Application
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the revised Street Opening Permit Application. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the revised Street Opening Permit Application. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Street Opening Permits from Columbia Gas
Mr. Beckerman amended the motion to include the stipulation that Columbia Gas follow the new Street Opening Permit Process as outlined by Mr. Fitzgerald's May 10, 2019 memorandum
Mr. Beckerman amended the motion to include the stipulation that Columbia Gas follow the new Street Opening Permit Process as outlined by Mr. Fitzgerald's May 10, 2019 memorandum. Mr. Brady seconded the amended motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman amended the motion to include the stipulation that Columbia Gas follow the new Street Opening Permit Process as outlined by Mr. Fitzgerald's May 10, 2019 memorandum. Mr. Brady seconded the amended motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 200 Central Street with a 4° x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 650' road cut trench to install a new gas main with the stipulation that...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 200 Central Street with a 4° x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 650' road cut trench to install a new gas main with the stipulation that Columbia Gas follow the new Street Opening Permit Process as outlined by Mr. Fitzgerald's May 10, 2019 memorandum. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 200 Central Street with a 4° x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 650' road cut trench to install a new gas main with the stipulation that Columbia Gas follow the new Street Opening Permit Process as outlined by Mr. Fitzgerald's May 10, 2019 memorandum. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 67 Robbins Street to install new gas service with a 4' x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 25' road cut trench with the stipulation that...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 67 Robbins Street to install new gas service with a 4' x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 25' road cut trench with the stipulation that Columbia Gas follow the new Street Opening Permit Process as outlined by Mr. Fitzgerald's May 10, 2019 memorandum. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. 'The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 67 Robbins Street to install new gas service with a 4' x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 25' road cut trench with the stipulation that Columbia Gas follow the new Street Opening Permit Process as outlined by Mr. Fitzgerald's May 10, 2019 memorandum. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. 'The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 164 East Spring Street to install gas service with a 4' x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 30' road cut trench with the stipulations that...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 164 East Spring Street to install gas service with a 4' x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 30' road cut trench with the stipulations that Columbia Gas follow the new Street Opening Permit Process as outlined by Mr. Fitzgerald's May 10, 2019 memorandum and that the road is rehabilitated with curb to curb paving two feet beyond the trench edges. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 164 East Spring Street to install gas service with a 4' x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 30' road cut trench with the stipulations that Columbia Gas follow the new Street Opening Permit Process as outlined by Mr. Fitzgerald's May 10, 2019 memorandum and that the road is rehabilitated with curb to curb paving two feet beyond the trench edges. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Waste Management Contract
Authorize the Board to sign the Consent to Assignment with Waste Management
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to authorize the Board to sign the Consent to Assignment with Waste Management. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to authorize the Board to sign the Consent to Assignment with Waste Management. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Security System Update
Install security cameras in the Civic Center
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to install security cameras in the Civic Center. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to install security cameras in the Civic Center. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Designer Selection Committee Change Orders
Approve Change Order Number 007 for the new Public Safety Building for the increased amount of $4,480.08 for contract adjustments including work associated with PCOs 74, 75RI, 80 and 81 which...
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve Change Order Number 007 for the new Public Safety Building for the increased amount of $4,480.08 for contract adjustments including work associated with PCOs 74, 75RI, 80 and 81 which includes: relocating the cell check recorder in male cell vestibule and female cell vestibule; the cost to furnish and install one LED flagpole fixture; and the complete cleaning and waxing of the VCT flooring upon installation at no cost. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve Change Order Number 007 for the new Public Safety Building for the increased amount of $4,480.08 for contract adjustments including work associated with PCOs 74, 75RI, 80 and 81 which includes: relocating the cell check recorder in male cell vestibule and female cell vestibule; the cost to furnish and install one LED flagpole fixture; and the complete cleaning and waxing of the VCT flooring upon installation at no cost. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Request to Waive Permit Fee for Avon Public Library HVAC Project
Waive the Electrical Permit and Gas Permit fees for GEM Plumbing & Heating for the Avon Public Library HVAC Project
Mr. Brady made a motion to waive the Electrical Permit and Gas Permit fees for GEM Plumbing & Heating for the Avon Public Library HVAC Project. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried,
The minutes name Robert Brady as both the mover and the seconder, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to waive the Electrical Permit and Gas Permit fees for GEM Plumbing & Heating for the Avon Public Library HVAC Project. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried,.” (Motion: Brady)
Appoint Eric Ficarra as a Seasonal DPW Laborer in the amount of $16.00 per hour
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Eric Ficarra as a Seasonal DPW Laborer in the amount of $16.00 per hour. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Eric Ficarra as a Seasonal DPW Laborer in the amount of $16.00 per hour. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Surplus Property
Declare four, old fire hydrants and 20 yellow chairs as surplus property
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare four, old fire hydrants and 20 yellow chairs as surplus property. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare four, old fire hydrants and 20 yellow chairs as surplus property. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Memorial Drive Easement
Table the request for the Memorial Drive Easement
Mr. Brady made a motion to table the request for the Memorial Drive Easement. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to table the request for the Memorial Drive Easement. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Resignation Letter of COA Board Member
Accept the resignation of Silvio Mercuri with regret
Mr. Brady made a motion to accept the resignation of Silvio Mercuri with regret. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to accept the resignation of Silvio Mercuri with regret. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Line Item Transfers
Approve the line item transfer in the amount of $1,000 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Town Administrator-Expenses line due to unforeseen conferences for various...
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the line item transfer in the amount of $1,000 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Town Administrator-Expenses line due to unforeseen conferences for various Committees and Boards as well as additional training for recertification for the Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official Program. 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 $1,000 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Town Administrator-Expenses line due to unforeseen conferences for various Committees and Boards as well as additional training for recertification for the Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official Program. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Approve the line item transfer in the amount of $21,000 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Legal-Expenses Purchase Services line due to legal bills that need to be paid
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the line item transfer in the amount of $21,000 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Legal-Expenses Purchase Services line due to legal bills that need to be paid. 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 $21,000 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Legal-Expenses Purchase Services line due to legal bills that need to be paid. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Approve the line item transfer in the amount of $208.60 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Board of Appeals Expenses-Purchase Supplies line due to expenses needed...
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the line item transfer in the amount of $208.60 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Board of Appeals Expenses-Purchase Supplies line due to expenses needed to meet the requirements by law for certified mailing for the Joanna Road project. 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 $208.60 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Board of Appeals Expenses-Purchase Supplies line due to expenses needed to meet the requirements by law for certified mailing for the Joanna Road project. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Approve the line item transfer in the amount of $3,825 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Norfolk Agricultural Expenses-Regional Assessment line due to the...
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the line item transfer in the amount of $3,825 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Norfolk Agricultural Expenses-Regional Assessment line due to the enrollment of more students than anticipated. The invoice due for $9,825 which exceeds the budgeted amount by $3,825. 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 $3,825 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Norfolk Agricultural Expenses-Regional Assessment line due to the enrollment of more students than anticipated. The invoice due for $9,825 which exceeds the budgeted amount by $3,825. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Approve the line item transfer in the amount of $12,000 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Treasurer Expenses-Postage line due to expense funds which were used to...
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the line item transfer in the amount of $12,000 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Treasurer Expenses-Postage line due to expense funds which were used to pay an outside consultant for clerical duties of the Assistant Tax Collector from August 2018 through January 2019. The total consultant fees paid were $12,035. Money requested is for postage (pre-stamped envelopes), Kelley & Ryan mailings, and office supplies that were not purchased due to the shortage. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman asked if the consultant fees could be paid out of the salary line item to which Mr. Enos replied that an outside contractor cannot be paid out of the salary line item. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the line item transfer in the amount of $12,000 to be transferred from the Insurance-Personal Services line to the Treasurer Expenses-Postage line due to expense funds which were used to pay an outside consultant for clerical duties of the Assistant Tax Collector from August 2018 through January 2019. The total consultant fees paid were $12,035. Money requested is for postage (pre-stamped envelopes), Kelley & Ryan mailings, and office supplies that were not purchased due to the shortage. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman asked if the consultant fees could be paid out of the salary line item to which Mr. Enos replied that an outside contractor cannot be paid out of the salary line item. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Town Administrator's Report
Accept the use of two large electronic message boards to use for the Memorial Day Parade
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the use of two large electronic message boards to use for the Memorial Day Parade. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the use of two large electronic message boards to use for the Memorial Day Parade. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
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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