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March 2, 2023
9 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Eric Beckerman, Jason Suzor, Shannon Coffey
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Public Participation
Approve the February 16, 2023 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the February 16, 2023 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the February 16, 2023 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Discussion
Approve all proposed department budgets with the exception of Town Planner, Fire Department, Department of Public Works, Avon Public Schools, and Blue Hills Regional Vocational School and to...
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve all proposed department budgets with the exception of Town Planner, Fire Department, Department of Public Works, Avon Public Schools, and Blue Hills Regional Vocational School and to forward to the Finance Committee upon completion of the total Proposed Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2024. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve all proposed department budgets with the exception of Town Planner, Fire Department, Department of Public Works, Avon Public Schools, and Blue Hills Regional Vocational School and to forward to the Finance Committee upon completion of the total Proposed Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2024. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Request to Surplus Equipment at Avon Public Library
Approve the request to surplus one cubicle desk at the Avon Public Library
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request to surplus one cubicle desk at the Avon Public Library. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request to surplus one cubicle desk at the Avon Public Library. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Personnel Action Forms
Approve the Personnel Action Form of Human Resources Coordinator Shanna Faro for an annual stipend for certification as a Human Resources Professional
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Human Resources Coordinator Shanna Faro for an annual stipend for certification as a Human Resources Professional. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Human Resources Coordinator Shanna Faro for an annual stipend for certification as a Human Resources Professional. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Appoint Dylan Benoit to the Assistant Library Director position for a Grade OAL 6, Step 1 effective March 20, 2023
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Dylan Benoit to the Assistant Library Director position for a Grade OAL 6, Step 1 effective March 20, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Dylan Benoit to the Assistant Library Director position for a Grade OAL 6, Step 1 effective March 20, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Table the Personnel Action Form of the Seasonal DPW Laborer until the meeting of March 16, 2023
Ms. Coffey made a motion to table the . Personnel Action Form of the Seasonal DPW Laborer until the meeting of March 16, 2023. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. Chairman Beckerman abstained from the vote. The motion was tabled.
The minutes say Eric Beckerman abstained, but they give no count and do not record how the other members voted, so only the result is shown.
From the minutes
“Ms. Coffey made a motion to table the . Personnel Action Form of the Seasonal DPW Laborer until the meeting of March 16, 2023. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. Chairman Beckerman abstained from the vote. The motion was tabled..” (Motion: Coffey, second: Suzor)
Request to Display Political Signs
Approve the request of Jason Suzor to display up to 50 political signs throughout private residences for his bid for Selectman no earlier than 30 days prior to the Annual Town Election with the...
Ms. Coffey made a motion to approve the request of Jason Suzor to display up to 50 political signs throughout private residences for his bid for Selectman no earlier than 30 days prior to the Annual Town Election with the understanding the signs would be taken down within 10 days after the election. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. Mr. Suzor abstained from the vote. The motion passed.
The minutes say Jason Suzor abstained, but they give no count and do not record how the other members voted, so only the result is shown.
From the minutes
“Ms. Coffey made a motion to approve the request of Jason Suzor to display up to 50 political signs throughout private residences for his bid for Selectman no earlier than 30 days prior to the Annual Town Election with the understanding the signs would be taken down within 10 days after the election. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. Mr. Suzor abstained from the vote. The motion passed..” (Motion: Coffey, second: Beckerman)
New Appointment
Appoint Julie Tallent to the Board of Registrars
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Julie Tallent to the Board of Registrars. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. Chairman Beckerman abstained from the vote. The motion carried.
The minutes say Eric Beckerman abstained, but they give no count and do not record how the other members voted, so only the result is shown.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Julie Tallent to the Board of Registrars. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. Chairman Beckerman abstained from the vote. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Town Administrator's Report
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. Also, to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel. (Fire Chief) Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Ms. Coffey voted aye. 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. Also, to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel. (Fire Chief) Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Ms. Coffey voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Chairman Beckerman voted aye. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
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