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November 3, 2022
20 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Eric Beckerman, Jason Suzor
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
APPOINTMENTS
Approve the Section 15 Package Store - Wines and Malt Beverages license transfer of A-1 Nivniva Corp
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Section 15 Package Store - Wines and Malt Beverages license transfer of A-1 Nivniva Corp. d/b/a A-1 Market from Pinakin Patel, Store Manager to ON Avon Corporation d/b/a A-1 Market, Store Manager Oanh Quach. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Section 15 Package Store - Wines and Malt Beverages license transfer of A-1 Nivniva Corp. d/b/a A-1 Market from Pinakin Patel, Store Manager to ON Avon Corporation d/b/a A-1 Market, Store Manager Oanh Quach. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Pledge of Collateral of A-1 Nivniva Corp
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Pledge of Collateral of A-1 Nivniva Corp. d/b/a A-1 Market from Pinakin Patel, Store Manager to ON Avon Corporation d/b/a A-1 Market, Store Manager Oanh Quach. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Pledge of Collateral of A-1 Nivniva Corp. d/b/a A-1 Market from Pinakin Patel, Store Manager to ON Avon Corporation d/b/a A-1 Market, Store Manager Oanh Quach. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Meeting Minutes
Approve the October 20, 2022 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the October 20, 2022 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the October 20, 2022 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Request to Display Political Campaign Lawn Signs
Approve the request of Peter Marinelli to display up to 100 political campaign signs on private properties throughout the town
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of Peter Marinelli to display up to 100 political campaign signs on private properties throughout the town. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of Peter Marinelli to display up to 100 political campaign signs on private properties throughout the town. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the request of Paul Garcia to display up to 100 political campaign lawn signs on private properties for his bid for Selectman on December 10, 2022
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of Paul Garcia to display up to 100 political campaign lawn signs on private properties for his bid for Selectman on December 10, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of Paul Garcia to display up to 100 political campaign lawn signs on private properties for his bid for Selectman on December 10, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the request of Daniel Norian to display up to 50 signs on private properties for his bid for Selectman on December 10, 2022
Mr. Suzor made a motion approve the request of Daniel Norian to display up to 50 signs on private properties for his bid for Selectman on December 10, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion approve the request of Daniel Norian to display up to 50 signs on private properties for his bid for Selectman on December 10, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the request by Eversource Gas Company to extend the deadline for the Street Opening Permits of 102 West High Street (Permit #35-22) and 161 West High Street (Permit #36-22) for gas...
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request by Eversource Gas Company to extend the deadline for the Street Opening Permits of 102 West High Street (Permit #35-22) and 161 West High Street (Permit #36-22) for gas maintenance work until the winter moratorium deadline of November 15, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request by Eversource Gas Company to extend the deadline for the Street Opening Permits of 102 West High Street (Permit #35-22) and 161 West High Street (Permit #36-22) for gas maintenance work until the winter moratorium deadline of November 15, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
The Board reviewed a Personnel 'Action Form promoting Michael Guilbault from DPW Laborer to
Approve the Personnel Action Form as written and promote Michael Guilbault to DPW Working Foreman II at a Grade PW-4, Step One
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form as written and promote Michael Guilbault to DPW Working Foreman II at a Grade PW-4, Step One. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The , motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form as written and promote Michael Guilbault to DPW Working Foreman II at a Grade PW-4, Step One. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The , motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Request to Extend Ap pointment of Seasonal DPW Laborer
Extend Seasonal DPW Laborer Steven Bates' employment until December 31, 2022
Suzor made a motion to extend Seasonal DPW Laborer Steven Bates' employment until December 31, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Suzor made a motion to extend Seasonal DPW Laborer Steven Bates' employment until December 31, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Contract for Apparatus. Building Insulation at Fire Station
Approve and execute the contract between the town and Marine Insulation Services, Inc. for insulation of the apparatus building at the Avon Fire Station
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve and execute the contract between the town and Marine Insulation Services, Inc. for insulation of the apparatus building at the Avon Fire Station. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve and execute the contract between the town and Marine Insulation Services, Inc. for insulation of the apparatus building at the Avon Fire Station. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the disposition of two metal tables, one small non-folding table, one fax machine, and one coat rack located in Town Hall which are items that are no longer needed or useful
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the disposition of two metal tables, one small non-folding table, one ' fax machine, and one coat rack located in Town Hall which are items that are no longer needed or useful. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the disposition of two metal tables, one small non-folding table, one ' fax machine, and one coat rack located in Town Hall which are items that are no longer needed or useful. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Personnel Action Forms
Approve the Personnel Action Form of Outreach Coordinator Louise Hardiman for a step increase to a Grade 8, Step 4 based on her anniversary date effective
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Outreach Coordinator Louise Hardiman for a step increase to a Grade 8, Step 4 based on her anniversary date effective Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Outreach Coordinator Louise Hardiman for a step increase to a Grade 8, Step 4 based on her anniversary date effective Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Personnel Action Form of DPW Director William Fitzgerald for a merit-based step increase to a Grade 19, Step 3 effective July 1, 2022
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of DPW Director William Fitzgerald for a merit-based step increase to a Grade 19, Step 3 effective July 1, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of DPW Director William Fitzgerald for a merit-based step increase to a Grade 19, Step 3 effective July 1, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Personnel Action Form of Treasurer/Collector Deb Morin for a merit-based step increase to a Grade 17, Step 8 effective July 1, 2022
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Treasurer/Collector Deb Morin for a merit-based step increase to a Grade 17, Step 8 effective July 1, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Treasurer/Collector Deb Morin for a merit-based step increase to a Grade 17, Step 8 effective July 1, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Personnel Action Form of Assistant DPW Director Brian Martin for a merit-based step increase to a Grade 15, Step 4 effective July 1, 2022
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Assistant DPW Director Brian Martin for a merit-based step increase to a Grade 15, Step 4 effective July 1, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Assistant DPW Director Brian Martin for a merit-based step increase to a Grade 15, Step 4 effective July 1, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Personnel Action Form of Police Chief Jeffrey Bukunt for a 2% merit-based rate change effective July 1, 2022
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Police Chief Jeffrey Bukunt for a 2% merit-based rate change effective July 1, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Police Chief Jeffrey Bukunt for a 2% merit-based rate change effective July 1, 2022. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve.the One Day Special All Alcoholic Beverages license for the Avon Fish & Game Association on November 19, 2022 (Valid 11/18/22 to 11/21/22) for an outdoor club function
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve.the One Day Special All Alcoholic Beverages license for the Avon Fish & Game Association on November 19, 2022 (Valid 11/18/22 to 11/21/22) for an outdoor club function. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve.the One Day Special All Alcoholic Beverages license for the Avon Fish & Game Association on November 19, 2022 (Valid 11/18/22 to 11/21/22) for an outdoor club function. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Per Ride Assessment Funds Distribution
Bank the per-ride assessment funds for 2021
Mr. Suzor made a motion to bank the per-ride assessment funds for 2021. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to bank the per-ride assessment funds for 2021. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Town Administrator's Report
Approve the film permit for "The Collective" with the stipulation that Town Administrator, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Building Inspector, and DPW Director work collectively to make the proper...
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the film permit for "The Collective" with the stipulation that Town Administrator, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Building Inspector, and DPW Director work collectively to make the proper parking arrangements for the film company. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the film permit for "The Collective" with the stipulation that Town Administrator, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Building Inspector, and DPW Director work collectively to make the proper parking arrangements for the film company. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
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. Suzor 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. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Chairman Beckerman voted aye. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor 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. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Chairman Beckerman voted aye. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
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