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November 14, 2019
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Steven Rose, Robert Brady, Eric Beckerman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Meeting Minutes
Accept the minutes of October 17, 2019 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Brady made a motion to accept the minutes of October 17, 2019 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to accept the minutes of October 17, 2019 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Accept the minutes of October 24, 2019 (Workshop Session) as written
Mr. Brady made a motion to accept the minutes of October 24, 2019 (Workshop Session) as written. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to accept the minutes of October 24, 2019 (Workshop Session) as written. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Opioid Litigation
The Town to remain in the class action lawsuit and not opt out and to not sign a fee agreement with any attorney at this time
Mr. Brady made a motion for the Town to remain in the class action lawsuit and not opt out and to not sign a fee agreement with any attorney at this time. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion for the Town to remain in the class action lawsuit and not opt out and to not sign a fee agreement with any attorney at this time. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Common Victualler's License for D'Angelo's
Approve the license
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the license. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the license. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Requests to Surplus Equipment
Grant the request from the Library Director and declare the unused shelving units and many extra shelves as surplus equipment at the Avon Public Library
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to grant the request from the Library Director and declare the unused shelving units and many extra shelves as surplus equipment at the Avon Public Library. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to grant the request from the Library Director and declare the unused shelving units and many extra shelves as surplus equipment at the Avon Public Library. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Grant the request from the Assistant DPW Director and declare the 1997 Ford F-350 pick-up truck with mechanical issues and four push lawn mowers that no longer work as surplus equipment
Mr. Brady made a motion to grant the request from the Assistant DPW Director and declare the 1997 Ford F-350 pick-up truck with mechanical issues and four push lawn mowers that no longer work as surplus equipment. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman asked as to the how the vehicle would be disposed of properly to which Mr. Enos replied that if there is still value to the vehicle, he will recommend that it be placed for auction online in accordance with the state law. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to grant the request from the Assistant DPW Director and declare the 1997 Ford F-350 pick-up truck with mechanical issues and four push lawn mowers that no longer work as surplus equipment. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman asked as to the how the vehicle would be disposed of properly to which Mr. Enos replied that if there is still value to the vehicle, he will recommend that it be placed for auction online in accordance with the state law. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Grant the request from the Fire Chief and declare the 1993 international ambulance as surplus equipment
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to grant the request from the Fire Chief and declare the 1993 international ambulance as surplus equipment. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to grant the request from the Fire Chief and declare the 1993 international ambulance as surplus equipment. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Grant the request from the Fire Chief and declare the 1987 Cablec trailer as surplus equipment
Mr. Brady made a motion to grant the request from the Fire Chief and declare the 1987 Cablec trailer as surplus equipment. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to grant the request from the Fire Chief and declare the 1987 Cablec trailer as surplus equipment. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Personnel Action Forms
Approve the step increase for Part-Time Circulation Assistant Paul Kerwin from a Grade F6, Step 2 to a Grade F6, Step 3 at the rate of $12.94 per hour effective October 16, 2019
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the step increase for Part-Time Circulation Assistant Paul Kerwin from a Grade F6, Step 2 to a Grade F6, Step 3 at the rate of $12.94 per hour effective October 16, 2019. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the step increase for Part-Time Circulation Assistant Paul Kerwin from a Grade F6, Step 2 to a Grade F6, Step 3 at the rate of $12.94 per hour effective October 16, 2019. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for new hire Alicia Moses for the Part-Time Recording Secretary position at the rate of $16.00 per hour effective November 18, 2019
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for new hire Alicia Moses for the Part-Time Recording Secretary position at the rate of $16.00 per hour effective November 18, 2019. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for new hire Alicia Moses for the Part-Time Recording Secretary position at the rate of $16.00 per hour effective November 18, 2019. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Street Opening Permits from Columbia Gas
Approve the Street Opening Permits from Columbia Gas for 188 Central Street, 167 West High Street and 120 Packard Street as they were all for emergency gas leaks and the work has already been...
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permits from Columbia Gas for 188 Central Street, 167 West High Street and 120 Packard Street as they were all for emergency gas leaks and the work has already been completed. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permits from Columbia Gas for 188 Central Street, 167 West High Street and 120 Packard Street as they were all for emergency gas leaks and the work has already been completed. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 15 South Street for a 4' x 6' road cut to install new gas service and grant a one-week extension to the winter moratorium
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 15 South Street for a 4' x 6' road cut to install new gas service and grant a one-week extension to the winter moratorium. The Street Opening Permit was granted with the stipulation that all work be completed by November 22, 2019 and in accordance with the DPW's trench rehabilitation procedures. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Columbia Gas for 15 South Street for a 4' x 6' road cut to install new gas service and grant a one-week extension to the winter moratorium. The Street Opening Permit was granted with the stipulation that all work be completed by November 22, 2019 and in accordance with the DPW's trench rehabilitation procedures. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Temporary Sign Permit Application
Approve the Temporary Sign Permit for Dress Barn to announce a "Store Closing" sale from November 15, 2019 through December 31, 2019 with the stipulation that the store manager obtain written...
Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Temporary Sign Permit for Dress Barn to announce a "Store Closing" sale from November 15, 2019 through December 31, 2019 with the stipulation that the store manager obtain written permission from the landlord, FX Messina, consenting to the temporary sign which must be forwarded to the Board of Selectmen prior to approval of the application. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Brady made a motion to approve the Temporary Sign Permit for Dress Barn to announce a "Store Closing" sale from November 15, 2019 through December 31, 2019 with the stipulation that the store manager obtain written permission from the landlord, FX Messina, consenting to the temporary sign which must be forwarded to the Board of Selectmen prior to approval of the application. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Brady, second: Beckerman)
Appointment of Hearing Officer
Appoint the Town Administrator Gregory Enos as the Hearing Officer for the Town
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint the Town Administrator Gregory Enos as the Hearing Officer for the Town. Mr. Brady seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint the Town Administrator Gregory Enos as the Hearing Officer for the Town. 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. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Brady 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. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Brady voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
Adjourn the meeting
Mr. Beckerman moved to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Brady seconded the motion, so voted 3-0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman moved to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Brady seconded the motion, so voted 3-0..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Brady)
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