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May 5, 2022
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Eric Beckerman, Jason Suzor, Steven Rose
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Public Participation
Approve the April 21, 2022 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the April 21, 2022 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the April 21, 2022 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Personnel Action Forms
Approve the Personnel Action Form of Accounting Clerk Claire Walsh for a step increase upon her anniversary date
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Accounting Clerk Claire Walsh for a step increase upon her anniversary date. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Accounting Clerk Claire Walsh for a step increase upon her anniversary date. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Personnel Action Form of Council on Aging van driver Meghan Mallett for a step increase upon her anniversary date
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Council on Aging van driver Meghan Mallett for a step increase upon her anniversary date. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Council on Aging van driver Meghan Mallett for a step increase upon her anniversary date. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the Personnel Action Form of Library Shelver Donna Stanton for a step increase upon her anniversary date
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Library Shelver Donna Stanton for a step increase upon her anniversary date. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Library Shelver Donna Stanton for a step increase upon her anniversary date. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
New Appointment
Approve the Personnel Action Form for the new appointment of Catherine Emery as the Volunteer and Activities Coordinator at the Council on Aging
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for the new appointment of Catherine Emery as the Volunteer and Activities Coordinator at the Council on Aging. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for the new appointment of Catherine Emery as the Volunteer and Activities Coordinator at the Council on Aging. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Memorial Day Permit
Approve the VFW Post #8892 Annual Memorial Day Parade Permit for 2022 for Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 11:00 a.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the VFW Post #8892 Annual Memorial Day Parade Permit for 2022 for Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. commencing at the St. Michael's Church parking lot and waive the fee. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the VFW Post #8892 Annual Memorial Day Parade Permit for 2022 for Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. commencing at the St. Michael's Church parking lot and waive the fee. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
One Day Special Permit
Approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for June 12, 2022
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for June 12, 2022. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for June 12, 2022. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Line-Item Transfers
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $97,755.00 from the Insurance Medical & Life/Personal Services account to the Snow & Ice/Expenses-Bottom Line to cover the Snow & Ice deficit...
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $97,755.00 from the Insurance Medical & Life/Personal Services account to the Snow & Ice/Expenses-Bottom Line to cover the Snow & Ice deficit balance so it will not have to be raised on the Tax Recap. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $97,755.00 from the Insurance Medical & Life/Personal Services account to the Snow & Ice/Expenses-Bottom Line to cover the Snow & Ice deficit balance so it will not have to be raised on the Tax Recap. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $40,000 from the Liability Insurance/Expenses account to the Town Hall & Buildings/Expenses account due large scale building maintenance such as the...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $40,000 from the Liability Insurance/Expenses account to the Town Hall & Buildings/Expenses account due large scale building maintenance such as the replacement of two septic tanks, roof repairs, heating issues related to sections of town buildings with electric baseboards, damage done by storms, and ADA improvements. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $40,000 from the Liability Insurance/Expenses account to the Town Hall & Buildings/Expenses account due large scale building maintenance such as the replacement of two septic tanks, roof repairs, heating issues related to sections of town buildings with electric baseboards, damage done by storms, and ADA improvements. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $3,378 from the Insurance Medical & Life/Insurance-Personal Services account to the Health Services/Public Health Nurse account as the line is in...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $3,378 from the Insurance Medical & Life/Insurance-Personal Services account to the Health Services/Public Health Nurse account as the line is in deficit due to a regional staffing costs that was provided after the FY22 budget was finalized. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $3,378 from the Insurance Medical & Life/Insurance-Personal Services account to the Health Services/Public Health Nurse account as the line is in deficit due to a regional staffing costs that was provided after the FY22 budget was finalized. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Take a short recess due to technical difficulties with the Zoom application
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to take a short recess due to technical difficulties with the Zoom application. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to take a short recess due to technical difficulties with the Zoom application. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Reconvene the open session
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to reconvene the open session. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to reconvene the open session. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Street Opening Permits
Approve the Street Opening Permit Application by Eversource Gas for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to replace the gas service line at 10 Lawson Street
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit Application by Eversource Gas for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to replace the gas service line at 10 Lawson Street. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman requested Eversource provide the Certificate of Liability Insurance for this application. Ms. Faro will contact the representative for Eversource Gas. In addition, Eversource must follow the trench rehabilitation procedures as outlined by the Department of Public Works. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit Application by Eversource Gas for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to replace the gas service line at 10 Lawson Street. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion for discussion. Mr. Beckerman requested Eversource provide the Certificate of Liability Insurance for this application. Ms. Faro will contact the representative for Eversource Gas. In addition, Eversource must follow the trench rehabilitation procedures as outlined by the Department of Public Works. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the following Street Opening Permit Applications by Eversource Gas with the stipulation that all trenches be rehabilitated pursuant to the DPW's guidelines
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the following Street Opening Permit Applications by Eversource Gas with the stipulation that all trenches be rehabilitated pursuant to the DPW's guidelines. L. 8 Lawson Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. 2s 7-9 North Main Street (Road cut on Langley Road) - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. 3. 380 West Main Street - proposed 4' x 6' off road tie in cut and trench on private property to install new gas service. 4. 100 Wales Avenue - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to remove and replace a transition end cap on plastic gas main. 5. 35 Rock Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to remove and replace a transition end cap on plastic gas main. 6. 28 Glendon Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon stub at main. 7. 252 East Spring Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon stub at main. 8. 186 East Spring Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon stub at main. 9. 150 East Spring Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon stub at main. 10. 33 Glendon Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon stub at main. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the following Street Opening Permit Applications by Eversource Gas with the stipulation that all trenches be rehabilitated pursuant to the DPW's guidelines. L. 8 Lawson Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. 2s 7-9 North Main Street (Road cut on Langley Road) - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to replace the gas service line and relocate the meter outside. 3. 380 West Main Street - proposed 4' x 6' off road tie in cut and trench on private property to install new gas service. 4. 100 Wales Avenue - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to remove and replace a transition end cap on plastic gas main. 5. 35 Rock Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to remove and replace a transition end cap on plastic gas main. 6. 28 Glendon Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon stub at main. 7. 252 East Spring Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon stub at main. 8. 186 East Spring Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon stub at main. 9. 150 East Spring Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon stub at main. 10. 33 Glendon Street - proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon stub at main. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
OCES Board of Directors
Appoint Council on Aging Director Jane Carthas as the town's representative
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Council on Aging Director Jane Carthas as the town's representative. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Council on Aging Director Jane Carthas as the town's representative. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Adjournment
Adjourn the regular session and to convene in Executive Session for the review and approval of executive session minutes to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the regular session and to convene in Executive Session for the review and approval of executive session minutes to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - and more specifically the Open Meeting Law, G.L. Chapter 30A, Sections 22(f) and (g); to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (PFAS) as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's litigating position; and to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (AFSCME, Police, Fire, Call Firefighters) or litigation as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's bargaining or litigating position. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the regular session and to convene in Executive Session for the review and approval of executive session minutes to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - and more specifically the Open Meeting Law, G.L. Chapter 30A, Sections 22(f) and (g); to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (PFAS) as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's litigating position; and to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (AFSCME, Police, Fire, Call Firefighters) or litigation as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government's bargaining or litigating position. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Chairman Rose voted aye. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
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