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September 23, 2021
17 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 September 9, 2021 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the meeting minutes of September 9, 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 September 9, 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 for 3 Howard Lane for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut to replace the gas service line
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit Application for 3 Howard Lane for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut to replace the gas service line. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman asked whether all signature pages have been signed on the permit to which Mr. Enos replied in the affirmative. Mr. Suzor expressed concern that numerous streets around town are marked up with no notice yet to the town or the residents as to why or what Eversource intends to do. In addition, Mr. Suzor requested that the DPW Director or Assistant DPW Director follow up on all the permits issued this year thus far to ensure the work has been completed pursuant to the town's trench rehabilitation guidelines. Chairman Rose requested Ms. Faro draft a spreadsheet with the status of the 2021 street opening permits and the completion date for the Board's review. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit Application for 3 Howard Lane for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut to replace the gas service line. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman asked whether all signature pages have been signed on the permit to which Mr. Enos replied in the affirmative. Mr. Suzor expressed concern that numerous streets around town are marked up with no notice yet to the town or the residents as to why or what Eversource intends to do. In addition, Mr. Suzor requested that the DPW Director or Assistant DPW Director follow up on all the permits issued this year thus far to ensure the work has been completed pursuant to the town's trench rehabilitation guidelines. Chairman Rose requested Ms. Faro draft a spreadsheet with the status of the 2021 street opening permits and the completion date for the Board's review. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Street Opening Permit Application for 35 Rock Street for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut for maintenance on the gas main
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit Application for 35 Rock Street for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut for maintenance on the gas main. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit Application for 35 Rock Street for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut for maintenance on the gas main. 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 Black Hat Brew Works on October 2, 2021 at Blanchard's Tavern
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Permit for Black Hat Brew Works on October 2, 2021 at Blanchard's Tavern. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Permit for Black Hat Brew Works on October 2, 2021 at Blanchard's Tavern. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Allow the Civic Association to utilize the electronic message boards to advertise the Oktoberfest event
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to allow the Civic Association to utilize the electronic message boards to advertise the Oktoberfest event. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to allow the Civic Association to utilize the electronic message boards to advertise the Oktoberfest event. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
New Appointments
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Michele Goode as a Counselor for the Park & Recreation Fall Program at a Grade G10, Step 7 at the rate of $14.03 per hour
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Michele Goode as a Counselor for the Park & Recreation Fall Program at a Grade G10, Step 7 at the rate of $14.03 per hour. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Michele Goode as a Counselor for the Park & Recreation Fall Program at a Grade G10, Step 7 at the rate of $14.03 per hour. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Nathan Maguire as a Counselor for the Park & Recreation Fall Program at a Grade G10, Step 4 at the rate of $13.66 per hour
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Nathan Maguire as a Counselor for the Park & Recreation Fall Program at a Grade G10, Step 4 at the rate of $13.66 per hour. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Nathan Maguire as a Counselor for the Park & Recreation Fall Program at a Grade G10, Step 4 at the rate of $13.66 per hour. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Jannell Webb as a full-time AFSCME Public Safety Dispatcher at a Grade D-1, Step 1 for the rate of $22.66 per hour
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jannell Webb as a full-time AFSCME Public Safety Dispatcher at a Grade D-1, Step 1 for the rate of $22.66 per hour. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jannell Webb as a full-time AFSCME Public Safety Dispatcher at a Grade D-1, Step 1 for the rate of $22.66 per hour. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Frances Cruise as a part-time School Crossing Guard at the rate of $16.00 per hour
Mr. Beckerman made a motion approve the Personnel Action Form for Frances Cruise as a part-time School Crossing Guard at the rate of $16.00 per hour. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion approve the Personnel Action Form for Frances Cruise as a part-time School Crossing Guard at the rate of $16.00 per hour. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Employment Agreement
Approve and execute the Employment Agreement for Deputy Police Chief Denis Linehan
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute the Employment Agreement for Deputy Police Chief Denis Linehan. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute the Employment Agreement for Deputy Police Chief Denis Linehan. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Interim Library Director
Approve the stipend extension for Interim Library Director Joseph Molnar by two weeks
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the stipend extension for Interim Library Director Joseph Molnar by two weeks. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the stipend extension for Interim Library Director Joseph Molnar by two weeks. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Stoughton Animal Control Officer Intermunicipal Agreement
Approve the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Stoughton for an Animal Control Officer and authorize the Town Administrator to sign and execute the agreement
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Stoughton for an Animal Control Officer and authorize the Town Administrator to sign and execute the agreement. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Stoughton for an Animal Control Officer and authorize the Town Administrator to sign and execute the agreement. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Avon Civic Association Request to Use DeMarco Park
Approve the request of the Civic Association to use DeMarco Park for Flags for Heroes for the Veteran's Day holiday
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of the Civic Association to use DeMarco Park for Flags for Heroes for the Veteran's Day holiday. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of the Civic Association to use DeMarco Park for Flags for Heroes for the Veteran's Day holiday. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the use of DeMarco Park for the Holiday Festival on December 4, 2021
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the use of DeMarco Park for the Holiday Festival on December 4, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the use of DeMarco Park for the Holiday Festival on December 4, 2021. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Surplus Form
Approve the request of the Interim Council on Aging Director to surplus one broken round table
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of the Interim Council on Aging Director to surplus one broken round table. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of the Interim Council on Aging Director to surplus one broken round table. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Appointments - Park & Recreation Director Jennifer Mayo
The Town Administrator to research other departments and which forms can be permitted online and to follow up with the Board in one month
Mr. Beckerman made a motion for the Town Administrator to research other departments and which forms can be permitted online and to follow up with the Board in one month. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion for the Town Administrator to research other departments and which forms can be permitted online and to follow up with the Board in one month. 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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