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July 7, 2022
15 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
Reorganization of the Board
Appoint Mr. Beckerman as the Chairman of the Board
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Mr. Beckerman as the Chairman of the Board. Mr. Rose seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Mr. Beckerman as the Chairman of the Board. Mr. Rose seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Rose)
Appoint Mr. Suzor as the Clerk of the Board
Mr. Rose made a motion to appoint Mr. Suzor as the Clerk of the Board. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rose made a motion to appoint Mr. Suzor as the Clerk of the Board. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Rose, second: Beckerman)
Public Participation
Approve the June 16, 2022 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the June 16, 2022 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the June 16, 2022 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
One Day Special Permits
Approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permits for the Avon Fish & Game Association for July 30, 2022 and September 17, 2022 for outdoor club events
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permits for the Avon Fish & Game Association for July 30, 2022 and September 17, 2022 for outdoor club events. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permits for the Avon Fish & Game Association for July 30, 2022 and September 17, 2022 for outdoor club events. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Vacation Carryover Requests
To-approve the carryover request in the amount of 88 hours to be used by December 31, 2022
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to-approve the carryover request in the amount of 88 hours to be used by December 31, 2022. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to-approve the carryover request in the amount of 88 hours to be used by December 31, 2022. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the vacation carryover requests for the Police Department employees as listed above with the stipulation that all time must be used by December 31, 2022
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the vacation carryover requests for the Police Department employees as listed above with the stipulation that all time must be used by December 31, 2022. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the vacation carryover requests for the Police Department employees as listed above with the stipulation that all time must be used by December 31, 2022. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Line-Item Transfers
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $15,000 from the Insurance/Expenses account to the Police/Expenses account due to rising fuel costs
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $15,000 from the Insurance/Expenses account to the Police/Expenses account due to rising fuel costs. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $15,000 from the Insurance/Expenses account to the Police/Expenses account due to rising fuel costs. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $8,460 from the Insurance/Expenses account to the Street Lighting/Expenses account due to rising fuel costs
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $8,460 from the Insurance/Expenses account to the Street Lighting/Expenses account due to rising fuel costs. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $8,460 from the Insurance/Expenses account to the Street Lighting/Expenses account due to rising fuel costs. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Job Description Review for Part-Time Circulation Assistant
Approve the part-time circulation assistant job description with the additional change as suggested by Mr. Rose
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the part-time circulation assistant job description with the additional change as suggested by Mr. Rose. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the part-time circulation assistant job description with the additional change as suggested by Mr. Rose. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Personnel Action Forms for Non-Union Personnel
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the following Personnel Action Forms. 1. Shanna Faro, Human Resources Coordinator 2. Claire Walsh, Accounting Clerk 3. Deb Morin, Treasurer/Collector 4. Lynne McKenney, Recording Secretary 5. Sheri Carney, Executive Assistant to the Police Chief 6. Peggy Geyer, Per Diem Dispatcher 7. Alison Ning, Per Diem Dispatcher 8. William Fitzgerald, DPW Director 9. William Salter, COA Van Driver (COLA and Step Increase for July 1* anniversary date) 10. Anthony Famalore, COA Van Driver 11. Meghan Mallett, COA Van Driver 12. Kellyann Cole, COA Head Cook 13. Kevin Flynn, COA Assistant Cook . 14. Louise Hardiman, Outreach Coordinator 15. Diane Peterson, Children's Library Assistant 16. Donna Stanton, Shelver ; 17. Jennifer Mayo, Park & Recreation Director 18. Jeffrey Bukunt, Police Chief 19. Robert Borden, Building Inspector (Fiscal Year 2022 and 2023) 20. Kathleen Waldron, Health Agent 21. Patricia Bessette, Town Clerk Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the following Personnel Action Forms. 1. Shanna Faro, Human Resources Coordinator 2. Claire Walsh, Accounting Clerk 3. Deb Morin, Treasurer/Collector 4. Lynne McKenney, Recording Secretary 5. Sheri Carney, Executive Assistant to the Police Chief 6. Peggy Geyer, Per Diem Dispatcher 7. Alison Ning, Per Diem Dispatcher 8. William Fitzgerald, DPW Director 9. William Salter, COA Van Driver (COLA and Step Increase for July 1* anniversary date) 10. Anthony Famalore, COA Van Driver 11. Meghan Mallett, COA Van Driver 12. Kellyann Cole, COA Head Cook 13. Kevin Flynn, COA Assistant Cook . 14. Louise Hardiman, Outreach Coordinator 15. Diane Peterson, Children's Library Assistant 16. Donna Stanton, Shelver ; 17. Jennifer Mayo, Park & Recreation Director 18. Jeffrey Bukunt, Police Chief 19. Robert Borden, Building Inspector (Fiscal Year 2022 and 2023) 20. Kathleen Waldron, Health Agent 21. Patricia Bessette, Town Clerk Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
21. Patricia Bessette, Town Clerk
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the following Personnel Action Forms. 1. Brian Martin, Assistant DPW Director 2. Emmanuela Isidor, Prevention Coordinator 3. Jane Carthas, COA Director : 4. Elise LaForge, Library Director 5. Ron Mahan, Compost Site Attendant Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the following Personnel Action Forms. 1. Brian Martin, Assistant DPW Director 2. Emmanuela Isidor, Prevention Coordinator 3. Jane Carthas, COA Director : 4. Elise LaForge, Library Director 5. Ron Mahan, Compost Site Attendant Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Personnel Action Form for Reinstated Police Officer
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Hans Christopher Guillaume to be reinstated to the Police Department at a Step 2 effective July 10, 2022
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Hans Christopher Guillaume to be reinstated to the Police Department at a Step 2 effective July 10, 2022. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Hans Christopher Guillaume to be reinstated to the Police Department at a Step 2 effective July 10, 2022. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Street Opening Permit Applications
Approve the following Street Opening Permit Applications from Eversource Gas Company of Massachusetts for gas maintenance work
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the following Street Opening Permit Applications from Eversource Gas Company of Massachusetts for gas maintenance work. 1. 76 Pond Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 2. 189 Page Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 3. 54 West High Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 4. 67 Robbins Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 5. 70 West High Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 6. 89 West High Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 7. 161 West High Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 8. 102 West High Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the following Street Opening Permit Applications from Eversource Gas Company of Massachusetts for gas maintenance work. 1. 76 Pond Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 2. 189 Page Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 3. 54 West High Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 4. 67 Robbins Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 5. 70 West High Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 6. 89 West High Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 7. 161 West High Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut 8. 102 West High Street, abandon stub at main, proposed 4' x 6' road cut Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Surplus Equipment
Approve the request to surplus four heavy tables in poor condition at the Avon Public Library
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request to surplus four heavy tables in poor condition at the Avon Public Library. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request to surplus four heavy tables in poor condition at the Avon Public Library. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
Adjournment
Adjourn the regular session and 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...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the regular session and 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) 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 to conduct collective bargaining and contract negotiations with non-union personnel. (Executive Assistant to the Police Chief). Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Rose voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the regular session and 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) 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 to conduct collective bargaining and contract negotiations with non-union personnel. (Executive Assistant to the Police Chief). Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Rose voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
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