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September 9, 2021
27 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Steven Rose, Eric Beckerman, Jason Suzor
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Executive Session
Convene in Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Building Inspector and Town Accountant) as an open meeting may have a...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to convene in Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Building Inspector and Town Accountant) as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's bargaining position. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. The motion carried.
The roll call in the minutes names Jason Suzor twice; the Select Board office told MassVoter.com by email (October 8, 2026) that Chairman Rose voted aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to convene in Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Building Inspector and Town Accountant) as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's bargaining position. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Reconvene in Open Session
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to reconvene in Open Session. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to reconvene in Open Session. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Meeting Minutes
Accept the meeting minutes of August 12, 2021 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the meeting minutes of August 12, 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 August 12, 2021 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Street Opening Permits
Approve the Street Opening Permit Application of Eversource Gas Company for 189 Page Street for a proposed 3" x 5° x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line relocate the outside meter
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit Application of Eversource Gas Company for 189 Page Street for a proposed 3" x 5° x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line relocate the outside meter. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit Application of Eversource Gas Company for 189 Page Street for a proposed 3" x 5° x 3' road cut to replace the gas service line relocate the outside meter. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Table the Street Opening Permit Application of Eversource Gas Company for 3 Howard Lane as the application did not contain all the required signatures on the forms
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the Street Opening Permit Application of Eversource Gas Company for 3 Howard Lane as the application did not contain all the required signatures on the forms. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the Street Opening Permit Application of Eversource Gas Company for 3 Howard Lane as the application did not contain all the required signatures on the forms. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Table the Street Opening Permit Application of Eversource Gas Company for 35 Rock Street as the application did not contain all the required signatures on the forms
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the Street Opening Permit Application of Eversource Gas Company for 35 Rock Street as the application did not contain all the required signatures on the forms. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the Street Opening Permit Application of Eversource Gas Company for 35 Rock Street as the application did not contain all the required signatures on the forms. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Snowplowing Contract
Approve the Snowplowing Contract for the 2021-2022 season to T.L. Edwards
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Snowplowing Contract for the 2021-2022 season to T.L. Edwards. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Snowplowing Contract for the 2021-2022 season to T.L. Edwards. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman)
Surplus Equipment Forms
Approve the surplus equipment request of the Police Department fora 2017 Ford Interceptor for trade-in value for a new 2021 Ford Interceptor police cruiser
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus equipment request of the Police Department fora 2017 Ford Interceptor for trade-in value for a new 2021 Ford Interceptor police cruiser. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus equipment request of the Police Department fora 2017 Ford Interceptor for trade-in value for a new 2021 Ford Interceptor police cruiser. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the surplus equipment request of the Council on Aging for a shaky, unstable cabinet located in the dining area of the Senior Center
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus equipment request of the Council on Aging for a shaky, unstable cabinet located in the dining area of the Senior Center. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus equipment request of the Council on Aging for a shaky, unstable cabinet located in the dining area of the Senior Center. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the surplus equipment request of the Library for two wire media racks no longer needed with limited space in the building, one bent metal coat rack, one metal book shelf missing parts...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus equipment request of the Library for two wire media racks no longer needed with limited space in the building, one bent metal coat rack, one metal book shelf missing parts, broken and defective sneeze shields, one karaoke machine and stand in which the library has no compatible CDs for, one broken printer cart, one broken chair, and one wooden CD/DVD rack no longer needed with limited space in the building, one broken pop-up tent, one broken typewriter, one broken HP Inkjet computer printer, and one broken HP LaserJet computer printer. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus equipment request of the Library for two wire media racks no longer needed with limited space in the building, one bent metal coat rack, one metal book shelf missing parts, broken and defective sneeze shields, one karaoke machine and stand in which the library has no compatible CDs for, one broken printer cart, one broken chair, and one wooden CD/DVD rack no longer needed with limited space in the building, one broken pop-up tent, one broken typewriter, one broken HP Inkjet computer printer, and one broken HP LaserJet computer printer. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the surplus equipment request of the Department of Public Works for one Kubota mower attachment which is old and can be replaced with a newer model, one valve exerciser turning system for...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus equipment request of the Department of Public Works for one Kubota mower attachment which is old and can be replaced with a newer model, one valve exerciser turning system for the filter plant, which is very used, one skid steer, backhoe attachment which is an older model, one 6' pickup bed for a 2019 Chevy Silverado, and one 2002 International no longer usable. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus equipment request of the Department of Public Works for one Kubota mower attachment which is old and can be replaced with a newer model, one valve exerciser turning system for the filter plant, which is very used, one skid steer, backhoe attachment which is an older model, one 6' pickup bed for a 2019 Chevy Silverado, and one 2002 International no longer usable. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the surplus equipment request of the Fire Department for a breathing air compressor unit which has been replaced with a newer model
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus equipment request of the Fire Department for a breathing air compressor unit which has been replaced with a newer model. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the surplus equipment request of the Fire Department for a breathing air compressor unit which has been replaced with a newer model. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Deny the surplus equipment request of the Fire Department for a Kato Light 50K W 120/208 3 phase diesel generator as the Fire Chief recommended that this unit be kept and repurposed to the trailer...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to deny the surplus equipment request of the Fire Department for a Kato Light 50K W 120/208 3 phase diesel generator as the Fire Chief recommended that this unit be kept and repurposed to the trailer mounted unit for the Department of Public Works. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to deny the surplus equipment request of the Fire Department for a Kato Light 50K W 120/208 3 phase diesel generator as the Fire Chief recommended that this unit be kept and repurposed to the trailer mounted unit for the Department of Public Works. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Request to Pull a Civil Service List for New Police Officer
Pull a Civil Service list for three new Police Officers
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to pull a Civil Service list for three new Police Officers. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to pull a Civil Service list for three new Police Officers. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Vote to Remain a Single Precinct Town
The Town to remain a single precinct town
Mr. Beckerman made a motion for the Town to remain a single precinct town. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion for the Town to remain a single precinct town. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
One Day Special Permit for Alcohol License
Approve the One Day Special Permit for an Alcohol License for the Avon Fish & Game Association for a club event on September 25, 2021
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Permit for an Alcohol License for the Avon Fish & Game Association for a club event on September 25, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Permit for an Alcohol License for the Avon Fish & Game Association for a club event on September 25, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Gift Acceptance Forms
Approve the gift acceptance form for the Council on Aging for the $200 donation of Priscilla Whittall to be used for raffle prizes at the Council on Aging cookout at the Fish & Game Association on...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift acceptance form for the Council on Aging for the $200 donation of Priscilla Whittall to be used for raffle prizes at the Council on Aging cookout at the Fish & Game Association on September 9, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift acceptance form for the Council on Aging for the $200 donation of Priscilla Whittall to be used for raffle prizes at the Council on Aging cookout at the Fish & Game Association on September 9, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the gift acceptance form for the Council on Aging for the $1,000 donation of Robert Brugnoli in memory of Jean Brugnoli for any program or event that benefits the seniors
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift acceptance form for the Council on Aging for the $1,000 donation of Robert Brugnoli in memory of Jean Brugnoli for any program or event that benefits the seniors. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift acceptance form for the Council on Aging for the $1,000 donation of Robert Brugnoli in memory of Jean Brugnoli for any program or event that benefits the seniors. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the gift acceptance form for the Avon Public Library for the $200 donation of Judy Bishop requested by the late Francis Gammon, Jr. to be used anyway the library sees fit
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift acceptance form for the Avon Public Library for the $200 donation of Judy Bishop requested by the late Francis Gammon, Jr. to be used anyway the library sees fit. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift acceptance form for the Avon Public Library for the $200 donation of Judy Bishop requested by the late Francis Gammon, Jr. to be used anyway the library sees fit. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the gift acceptance form for the Avon Public Library for the $1,000 donation of Robert Brugnoli in memory of Jean Brugnoli to be used anyway the library sees fit
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift acceptance form for the Avon Public Library for the $1,000 donation of Robert Brugnoli in memory of Jean Brugnoli to be used anyway the library sees fit. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift acceptance form for the Avon Public Library for the $1,000 donation of Robert Brugnoli in memory of Jean Brugnoli to be used anyway the library sees fit. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
New Hire Appointments
Appoint Margaret Duggan to the Temporary Administrative Assistant position to the Board of Health and Town Clerk's office at the rate of $22.00 per hour with the stipulation that all...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Margaret Duggan to the Temporary Administrative Assistant position to the Board of Health and Town Clerk's office at the rate of $22.00 per hour with the stipulation that all pre-employment requirements are satisfied. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Margaret Duggan to the Temporary Administrative Assistant position to the Board of Health and Town Clerk's office at the rate of $22.00 per hour with the stipulation that all pre-employment requirements are satisfied. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Appoint Elise LaForge to the Library Director position with the stipulation that all pre-employment requirements are satisfied including negotiating an Employment Agreement
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Elise LaForge to the Library Director position with the stipulation that all pre-employment requirements are satisfied including negotiating an Employment Agreement. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Elise LaForge to the Library Director position with the stipulation that all pre-employment requirements are satisfied including negotiating an Employment Agreement. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Zoning Board of Appeals
Approve the application fee increase for the Zoning Board of Appeals to $600 effective September 1, 2021
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the application fee increase for the Zoning Board of Appeals to $600 effective September 1, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the application fee increase for the Zoning Board of Appeals to $600 effective September 1, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Outreach Coordinator Vacation Request
Approve the additional week of vacation time for Ms. Hardiman effective October 30, 2021
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the additional week of vacation time for Ms. Hardiman effective October 30, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. Chairman Rose opposed the motion. The motion passed by a 2-1 vote.
Yes: Beckerman, SuzorNo: Rose
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the additional week of vacation time for Ms. Hardiman effective October 30, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. Chairman Rose opposed the motion. The motion passed by a 2-1 vote..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Council on Aging Van Drivers - Minimum Hours
Table the recommendation of the COA Board for a two-hour minimum pay for the van drivers until more information is obtained
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the recommendation of the COA Board for a two-hour minimum pay for the van drivers until more information is obtained. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to table the recommendation of the COA Board for a two-hour minimum pay for the van drivers until more information is obtained. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Interim Council on Aging Director Stipend
Award Ms. Carthas a stipend in the amount of $1,292.37
Chairman Rose made a motion to award Ms. Carthas a stipend in the amount of $1,292.37. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Chairman Rose made a motion to award Ms. Carthas a stipend in the amount of $1,292.37. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Rose, 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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