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June 3, 2021
23 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Steven Rose, Eric Beckerman, Jason Suzor
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Public Participation
Accept the meeting minutes of May 20, 2021 (Workshop Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the meeting minutes of May 20, 2021 (Workshop Session) as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the meeting minutes of May 20, 2021 (Workshop Session) as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Accept the meeting minutes of May 20, 2021 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the meeting minutes of May 20, 2021 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the meeting minutes of May 20, 2021 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Designer Selection Committee Change Orders
Approve Change Order No. 5 with the stipulation that the East High Street trench be repaired immediately
Mr. Beckerman made an amended motion to approve Change Order No. 5 with the stipulation that the East High Street trench be repaired immediately. Mr. Suzor seconded the amended motion. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made an amended motion to approve Change Order No. 5 with the stipulation that the East High Street trench be repaired immediately. Mr. Suzor seconded the amended motion. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Town Hall Feasibility Study
Select DBVW Architects as the winning architectural firm on the Town Hall Feasibility Study
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to select DBVW Architects as the winning architectural firm on the Town Hall Feasibility Study. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to select DBVW Architects as the winning architectural firm on the Town Hall Feasibility Study. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Appointment of Seasonal Workers
Appoint the following candidates as Seasonal Counselors for the Park & Recreation Commission Summer Program
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint the following candidates as Seasonal Counselors for the Park & Recreation Commission Summer Program. Employment is contingent upon passing all pre- employment requirements. 1. Bryan Fischer, (Lead Counselor), Grade G11, Step 3, $14.82 hourly rate 2. Quinn Self (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 4, $13.66 hourly rate 3. Andrew Panagopoulos, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 4, $13.66 hourly rate 4. Joseph Fischer, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 4, $13.66 hourly rate 5. Brett Sweet, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 6. Brady Sheehan, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 7. Christopher Rand, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 8. Nathan Maguire, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 9. Brady Gaynor, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 10. Alessandro Gomez, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 11. Mikayla von Ehrenkrook, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 12. Jean Mesalon, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint the following candidates as Seasonal Counselors for the Park & Recreation Commission Summer Program. Employment is contingent upon passing all pre- employment requirements. 1. Bryan Fischer, (Lead Counselor), Grade G11, Step 3, $14.82 hourly rate 2. Quinn Self (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 4, $13.66 hourly rate 3. Andrew Panagopoulos, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 4, $13.66 hourly rate 4. Joseph Fischer, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 4, $13.66 hourly rate 5. Brett Sweet, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 6. Brady Sheehan, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 7. Christopher Rand, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 8. Nathan Maguire, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 9. Brady Gaynor, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 10. Alessandro Gomez, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 11. Mikayla von Ehrenkrook, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate 12. Jean Mesalon, (Counselor), Grade G10, Step 3, $13.54 hourly rate Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Appoint individuals to their respective boards and committees for Fiscal Year 2021
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint the following individuals to their respective Boards and Committees for Fiscal Year 2021 as read:
The minutes record this motion with no result or seconder; the Select Board office told MassVoter.com by email (October 8, 2026) that Jason Suzor seconded it and it passed. Only the result is shown. The minutes follow the motion with a table of Special Police Officer and other appointments.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint the following individuals to their respective Boards and Committees for Fiscal Year 2021 as read:.” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Proposed Fee Schedules
Approve the proposed fee schedules for the Town Clerk, Plumbing & Gas Inspector, and Electrical Inspector effective July 1, 2021
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the proposed fee schedules for the Town Clerk, Plumbing & Gas Inspector, and Electrical Inspector effective July 1, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the proposed fee schedules for the Town Clerk, Plumbing & Gas Inspector, and Electrical Inspector effective July 1, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Summer Concert Series & Oktoberfest
Approve the request of the Civic Association to use DeMarco Park for the Summer Concert Series and Oktoberfest
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of the Civic Association to use DeMarco Park for the Summer Concert Series and Oktoberfest. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of the Civic Association to use DeMarco Park for the Summer Concert Series and Oktoberfest. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Surplus Equipment
Declare as surplus two old computer desks, one chalkboard, one broken desktop printer, one tube television, two yellow plastic office chairs, two Formica tables, one VCR, one tape recorder, two...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare as surplus two old computer desks, one chalkboard, one broken desktop printer, one tube television, two yellow plastic office chairs, two Formica tables, one VCR, one tape recorder, two office chairs, one rolling cabinet, and three filing cabinets at Town Hall. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare as surplus two old computer desks, one chalkboard, one broken desktop printer, one tube television, two yellow plastic office chairs, two Formica tables, one VCR, one tape recorder, two office chairs, one rolling cabinet, and three filing cabinets at Town Hall. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Declare as surplus a Philips Headstart FRx Defibrillator at the Civic Center
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare as surplus a Philips Headstart FRx Defibrillator at the Civic Center. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare as surplus a Philips Headstart FRx Defibrillator at the Civic Center. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Declare as surplus a long, wooden table and two window air conditioners at the Avon Public Library
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare as surplus a long, wooden table and two window air conditioners at the Avon Public Library. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to declare as surplus a long, wooden table and two window air conditioners at the Avon Public Library. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Gift Acceptance Forms
Approve the gift donation of $500 from the Avon Fish & Game Association to the Council on Aging to be used for senior programs or luncheons at the discretion of the Director
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift donation of $500 from the Avon Fish & Game Association to the Council on Aging to be used for senior programs or luncheons at the discretion of the Director. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift donation of $500 from the Avon Fish & Game Association to the Council on Aging to be used for senior programs or luncheons at the discretion of the Director. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the gift donation of 30 pairs of youth soccer cleats from Walmart to the Park & Recreation Commission to be donated to the Holbrook Avon Youth Soccer Association for families in need at no...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift donation of 30 pairs of youth soccer cleats from Walmart to the Park & Recreation Commission to be donated to the Holbrook Avon Youth Soccer Association for families in need at no cost. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift donation of 30 pairs of youth soccer cleats from Walmart to the Park & Recreation Commission to be donated to the Holbrook Avon Youth Soccer Association for families in need at no cost. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the gift donation of potting soil, pumpkin seeds, and planting pots from Walmart to the Park & Recreation Commission to be used for a pumpkin growing contest in memory of late Assistant...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift donation of potting soil, pumpkin seeds, and planting pots from Walmart to the Park & Recreation Commission to be used for a pumpkin growing contest in memory of late Assistant Town Clerk Doreen Gouthro. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift donation of potting soil, pumpkin seeds, and planting pots from Walmart to the Park & Recreation Commission to be used for a pumpkin growing contest in memory of late Assistant Town Clerk Doreen Gouthro. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Street Opening Permits
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 509 Page Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 509 Page Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 509 Page Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 14 Nichols Avenue for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 14 Nichols Avenue for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 14 Nichols Avenue for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 58 Robbins Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 58 Robbins Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 58 Robbins Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 32 Nichols Avenue for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3" road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 32 Nichols Avenue for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3" road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 32 Nichols Avenue for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3" road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 7 Johnson Road for a proposed 3" x 5" x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 7 Johnson Road for a proposed 3" x 5" x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 7 Johnson Road for a proposed 3" x 5" x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 12 Ledin Drive for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut and a 4' x 30' road cut trench to install new gas service
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 12 Ledin Drive for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut and a 4' x 30' road cut trench to install new gas service. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 12 Ledin Drive for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut and a 4' x 30' road cut trench to install new gas service. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Appointment of Part-Time Dispatcher
Appoint Jannell Webb to the AFSCME Part-Time Dispatcher position at a Grade D-1, Step 1 at the rate of $22.00 per hour
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Jannell Webb to the AFSCME Part-Time Dispatcher position at a Grade D-1, Step 1 at the rate of $22.00 per hour. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Jannell Webb to the AFSCME Part-Time Dispatcher position at a Grade D-1, Step 1 at the rate of $22.00 per hour. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Town Administrator's Report
Accept the Massachusetts Historical Commission grant
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the Massachusetts Historical Commission grant. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. Chairman Rose will contact Mr. Hegarty to discuss the details of this project. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the Massachusetts Historical Commission grant. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. Chairman Rose will contact Mr. Hegarty to discuss the details of this project. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Adjournment
Adjourn the regular session and to convene in Executive Session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes to comply with the Open Meeting Law, G.L. Chapter 30A, Sections 22 (f) and...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the regular session and to convene in Executive Session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes to comply with the Open Meeting Law, G.L. Chapter 30A, Sections 22 (f) and (g); and to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (AFSCME, Police, Fire, and Call Firefighters) or litigation as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's bargaining or litigating position; and to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the regular session and to convene in Executive Session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes to comply with the Open Meeting Law, G.L. Chapter 30A, Sections 22 (f) and (g); and to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (AFSCME, Police, Fire, and Call Firefighters) or litigation as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's bargaining or litigating position; and to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
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