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June 17, 2021
34 recorded votes, 0 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 June 3, 2021 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the meeting minutes of June 3, 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 June 3, 2021 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Update on Town Opening Plan
All public meeting remain hybrid until the Board's meeting of July 8, 2021 at which time the matter will be reviewed again
Mr. Beckerman made a motion that all public meeting remain hybrid until the Board's meeting of July 8, 2021 at which time the matter will be reviewed again. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion that all public meeting remain hybrid until the Board's meeting of July 8, 2021 at which time the matter will be reviewed again. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Designer Selection Committee Change Orders
Table to Change Order No. 6 for the Fire Station Renovation Project as no member of the Designer Selection Committee attended the meeting to describe the changes in detail
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table to Change Order No. 6 for the Fire Station Renovation Project as no member of the Designer Selection Committee attended the meeting to describe the changes in detail. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table to Change Order No. 6 for the Fire Station Renovation Project as no member of the Designer Selection Committee attended the meeting to describe the changes in detail. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Appointment of Seasonal Counselors
Appoint Anthony Graziano as a Seasonal Counselor for the Park & Recreation Commission's Summer Program at a Grade G10, Step 3, at the rate of $13.54 per hour effective June 21, 2021
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Anthony Graziano as a Seasonal Counselor for the Park & Recreation Commission's Summer Program at a Grade G10, Step 3, at the rate of $13.54 per hour effective June 21, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Anthony Graziano as a Seasonal Counselor for the Park & Recreation Commission's Summer Program at a Grade G10, Step 3, at the rate of $13.54 per hour effective June 21, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Appointment of Part-Time Circulation Assistant
Appoint Marissa James as a part-time Circulation Assistant for the Avon Public Library at a Grade F8, Step at the rate of $14.82 per hour effective June 21, 2021
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Marissa James as a part-time Circulation Assistant for the Avon Public Library at a Grade F8, Step | at the rate of $14.82 per hour effective June 21, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Marissa James as a part-time Circulation Assistant for the Avon Public Library at a Grade F8, Step | at the rate of $14.82 per hour effective June 21, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Interim Appointments
Appoint Joseph Molnar as Interim Library Director
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Joseph Molnar as Interim Library Director. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. Ms. Faro will contact Labor Counsel to negotiate compensation and terms with Mr. Molnar. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Joseph Molnar as Interim Library Director. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. Ms. Faro will contact Labor Counsel to negotiate compensation and terms with Mr. Molnar. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Table the request of the Library Trustees for Ms. Polutchko to assume some responsibilities of the Assistant Librarian as more information is required from the Library Director as to how many...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the request of the Library Trustees for Ms. Polutchko to assume some responsibilities of the Assistant Librarian as more information is required from the Library Director as to how many tasks Ms. Polutchko will acquire during the interim period. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion to table the request. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the request of the Library Trustees for Ms. Polutchko to assume some responsibilities of the Assistant Librarian as more information is required from the Library Director as to how many tasks Ms. Polutchko will acquire during the interim period. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion to table the request. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Appoint Jane Carthas as the Interim Council on Aging Director
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Jane Carthas as the Interim Council on Aging Director. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. Ms. Faro will contact Labor Counsel to negotiate compensation and terms with Mr. Molnar. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Jane Carthas as the Interim Council on Aging Director. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. Ms. Faro will contact Labor Counsel to negotiate compensation and terms with Mr. Molnar. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Personnel Action Forms
Table the Personnel Action Form for William Salter until such time that the Board decides COLA increases for all employees categorized under the Personnel Bylaws
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the Personnel Action Form for William Salter until such time that the Board decides COLA increases for all employees categorized under the Personnel Bylaws. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the Personnel Action Form for William Salter until such time that the Board decides COLA increases for all employees categorized under the Personnel Bylaws. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Head Cook Cynthia Seely for a rate increase to a Grade F8, Step 6 at the rate of $16.62 per hour effective July 27, 2021
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Head Cook Cynthia Seely for a rate increase to a Grade F8, Step 6 at the rate of $16.62 per hour effective July 27, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Head Cook Cynthia Seely for a rate increase to a Grade F8, Step 6 at the rate of $16.62 per hour effective July 27, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Table the Personnel Action Form for Volunteer Coordinator Jane Carthas as she has been newly appointed as the Interim Council on Aging Director
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the Personnel Action Form for Volunteer Coordinator Jane Carthas as she has been newly appointed as the Interim Council on Aging Director. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the Personnel Action Form for Volunteer Coordinator Jane Carthas as she has been newly appointed as the Interim Council on Aging Director. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Fiscal Year 2022 Property, Liability & Worker's Compensation Insurance Rates
Switch the insurance carrier to MIIA for Fiscal Year 2022 property, liability, and worker's compensation insurance
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to switch the insurance carrier to MIIA for Fiscal Year 2022 property, liability, and worker's compensation insurance. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to switch the insurance carrier to MIIA for Fiscal Year 2022 property, liability, and worker's compensation insurance. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Street Opening Permits
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 7-9 North Main Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut on Langley Road 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 7-9 North Main Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut on Langley Road 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 7-9 North Main Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut on Langley Road 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 196 East Main Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut on Spring Street 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 196 East Main Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut on Spring Street 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 196 East Main Street for a proposed 3' x 5' x 3' road cut on Spring Street 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 259 East High 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 259 East High 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 259 East High 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 48 West Spring 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 48 West Spring 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 passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 48 West Spring 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 passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource for 13 East 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 13 East 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 13 East 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)
Temporary Sign Permit
Approve the Temporary Sign Permit for Town Fair Tire Centers Inc. at 20 Stockwell Drive for one 20' x 4" banner announcing the Grand Opening Event and five additional flags along the roadway from...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Temporary Sign Permit for Town Fair Tire Centers Inc. at 20 Stockwell Drive for one 20' x 4" banner announcing the Grand Opening Event and five additional flags along the roadway from July 5, 2021 through July 21, 2021 with the stipulation that the fee amount be corrected on the permit to display the correct fee of $50.00. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Temporary Sign Permit for Town Fair Tire Centers Inc. at 20 Stockwell Drive for one 20' x 4" banner announcing the Grand Opening Event and five additional flags along the roadway from July 5, 2021 through July 21, 2021 with the stipulation that the fee amount be corrected on the permit to display the correct fee of $50.00. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Gift Acceptance Forms
Approve the Gift Acceptance Form from Walmart to the Park & Recreation Commission for the donation of sanitizing wipes and hand sanitizer for the Summer Program
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Gift Acceptance Form from Walmart to the Park & Recreation Commission for the donation of sanitizing wipes and hand sanitizer for the Summer Program. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Gift Acceptance Form from Walmart to the Park & Recreation Commission for the donation of sanitizing wipes and hand sanitizer for the Summer Program. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Gift Acceptance Form from Thelma Douglas to the Council on Aging in the amount of $100 to be used at the discretion of the Director
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Gift Acceptance Form from Thelma Douglas to the Council on Aging in the amount of $100 to be used 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 Acceptance Form from Thelma Douglas to the Council on Aging in the amount of $100 to be used at the discretion of the Director. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Carryover Vacation Time Requests
Approve the carryover vacation request for Officer Barbosa with the stipulation that Chief Bukunt provide the exact number of days Officer Barbosa will carryover to the Board
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the carryover vacation request for Officer Barbosa with the stipulation that Chief Bukunt provide the exact number of days Officer Barbosa will carryover to the Board. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the carryover vacation request for Officer Barbosa with the stipulation that Chief Bukunt provide the exact number of days Officer Barbosa will carryover to the Board. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the carryover vacation request for James Mclsaac in the amount of five days
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the carryover vacation request for James Mclsaac in the amount of five days. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the carryover vacation request for James Mclsaac in the amount of five days. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the carryover vacation request for Nancy Dunay in the amount of five days
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the carryover vacation request for Nancy Dunay in the amount of five days. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the carryover vacation request for Nancy Dunay in the amount of five days. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the carryover vacation request for Sheri Carney in the amount of seven days
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the carryover vacation request for Sheri Carney in the amount of seven days. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the carryover vacation request for Sheri Carney in the amount of seven days. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Allow Kathleen Waldron to carryover all 133 vacation hours
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to allow Kathleen Waldron to carryover all 133 vacation hours. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to allow Kathleen Waldron to carryover all 133 vacation hours. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the carryover vacation request for Erin Barry in the amount not to exceed 17 hours
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the carryover vacation request for Erin Barry in the amount not to exceed 17 hours. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the carryover vacation request for Erin Barry in the amount not to exceed 17 hours. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
MOU for Net Metering Credit Purchase Agreement
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding for the Net Metering Credit Purchase Agreement for 2021 with the Town of Abington
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding for the Net Metering Credit Purchase Agreement for 2021 with the Town of Abington. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding for the Net Metering Credit Purchase Agreement for 2021 with the Town of Abington. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Disposition of Surplus Items
Approve the surplus request form from the Town Administrator to dispose of three conference chairs, one metal desk, one Formica office desk and metal file cabinets from Town Hall
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus request form from the Town Administrator to dispose of three conference chairs, one metal desk, one Formica office desk and metal file cabinets from Town Hall. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus request form from the Town Administrator to dispose of three conference chairs, one metal desk, one Formica office desk and metal file cabinets from Town Hall. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Line-Item Transfers
Approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Snow & Ice Control (Salary-Union OT) in the amount of $17,722.78
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Snow & Ice Control (Salary-Union OT) in the amount of $17,722.78. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Snow & Ice Control (Salary-Union OT) in the amount of $17,722.78. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Snow & Ice Control (Purchase Supplies) in the amount of $65,002.65
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Snow & Ice Control (Purchase Supplies) in the amount of $65,002.65. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Snow & Ice Control (Purchase Supplies) in the amount of $65,002.65. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Street Lighting (Purchase Services) in the amount of $2,500
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Street Lighting (Purchase Services) in the amount of $2,500. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Street Lighting (Purchase Services) in the amount of $2,500. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Technology (Technology Expenses) in the amount of $25,000 with the stipulation that the IT...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Technology (Technology Expenses) in the amount of $25,000 with the stipulation that the IT Director provide a more detailed explanation on the reason for the transfer. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Technology (Technology Expenses) in the amount of $25,000 with the stipulation that the IT Director provide a more detailed explanation on the reason for the transfer. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Board of Appeals (Purchase Supplies) in the amount of $700
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Board of Appeals (Purchase Supplies) in the amount of $700. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer from Medical & Life Insurance Personal Services (Personal Services) to Board of Appeals (Purchase Supplies) in the amount of $700. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. 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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