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March 16, 2023
20 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Eric Beckerman, Jason Suzor
Absent: Shannon Coffey
Every vote, in order
INSA Proposed Bylaw Changes
Table the proposed bylaw changes and requested INSA go through the proper channels via the Planning Board for such a request
Mr. Suzor made a motion to table the proposed bylaw changes and requested INSA go through the proper channels via the Planning Board for such a request. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to table the proposed bylaw changes and requested INSA go through the proper channels via the Planning Board for such a request. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Meeting Minutes
Approve the March 2, 2023 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the March 2, 2023 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the March 2, 2023 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Discussion
Reopen the Assessors budget for the increase (and approval) in the non-union salary line item in the amount of $8,828 for a part-time Administrative Assistant
Mr. Suzor made a motion to reopen the Assessors budget for the increase (and approval) in the non-union salary line item in the amount of $8,828 for a part-time Administrative Assistant. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to reopen the Assessors budget for the increase (and approval) in the non-union salary line item in the amount of $8,828 for a part-time Administrative Assistant. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Reopen the Town Moderator's budget for an increase (and approval) in the salary and expense line totaling $200 for an Assistant Town Moderator
Mr. Suzor made a motion to reopen the Town Moderator's budget for an increase (and approval) in the salary and expense line totaling $200 for an Assistant Town Moderator. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to reopen the Town Moderator's budget for an increase (and approval) in the salary and expense line totaling $200 for an Assistant Town Moderator. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Reopen the Building Department budget for the increase (and approval) in the non-union salary line item fin the amount of $8,828 for a part-time Administrative Assistant
Mr. Suzor made a motion to reopen the Building Department budget for the increase (and approval) in the non-union salary line item fin the amount of $8,828 for a part-time Administrative Assistant. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to reopen the Building Department budget for the increase (and approval) in the non-union salary line item fin the amount of $8,828 for a part-time Administrative Assistant. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Fire Department budget with the change in the Non-Energy Utility/Phone line-item adjustment to $7,000
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Fire Department budget with the change in the Non-Energy Utility/Phone line-item adjustment to $7,000. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Fire Department budget with the change in the Non-Energy Utility/Phone line-item adjustment to $7,000. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Avon Public Schools budget for a total of $10,460,906
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Avon Public Schools budget for a total of $10,460,906. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Avon Public Schools budget for a total of $10,460,906. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the Blue Hills Regional School budget for a total of 845,400
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Blue Hills Regional School budget for a total of 845,400. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Blue Hills Regional School budget for a total of 845,400. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the DPW budget for a total of $1,537,144
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the DPW budget for a total of $1,537,144. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the DPW budget for a total of $1,537,144. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the new line item for a Town Planner in the amount of $40,000
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the new line item for a Town Planner in the amount of $40,000. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the new line item for a Town Planner in the amount of $40,000. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Annual Town Meeting Warrant
Close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant of May 2, 2023
Mr. Suzor made a motion to close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant of May 2, 2023. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant of May 2, 2023. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
School Committee's Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority
Authorize the Superintendent to submit the Statement of Interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority for the Ralph D. Butler Elementary School
Mr. Suzor, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, made a motion to authorize the Superintendent of the Avon Public Schools to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority the Statement of Interest Form dated April 2023 for the Ralph D. Butler Elementary School located at One Patrick Clark Drive, Avon, MA 02322 which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future. The description of the priorities listed on the Statement of Interest Form are as follows: 1. Replacement or renovation of a building which is structurally unsound or otherwise in a condition seriously jeopardizing the health and safety of school children, where no alternative exists. e Ten interchangeable classrooms are housed in a modular unit (2004). The modular is designed to last 20 years. 2. Elimination of existing severe overcrowding. e One shared inadequate space for Title I teacher, 2 special -~ educators, art teacher and computer teacher. e One shared inadequate space for Occupational therapist, Physical therapist, speech and language therapist and a special educator. e One shared inadequate space for two English learner teachers and one special educator teacher. 3. Replacement, renovation or modernization of school facility systems, such as roofs, windows, boilers, heating and ventilation systems, to increase energy conservation and decrease energy r
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, made a motion to authorize the Superintendent of the Avon Public Schools to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority the Statement of Interest Form dated April 2023 for the Ralph D. Butler Elementary School located at One Patrick Clark Drive, Avon, MA 02322 which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future. The description of the priorities listed on the Statement of Interest Form are as follows: 1. Replacement or renovation of a building which is structurally unsound or otherwise in a condition seriously jeopardizing the health and safety of school children, where no alternative exists. e Ten interchangeable classrooms are housed in a modular unit (2004). The modular is designed to last 20 years. 2. Elimination of existing severe overcrowding. e One shared inadequate space for Title I teacher, 2 special -~ educators, art teacher and computer teacher. e One shared inadequate space for Occupational therapist, Physical therapist, speech and language therapist and a special educator. e One shared inadequate space for two English learner teachers and one special educator teacher. 3. Replacement, renovation or modernization of school facility systems, such as roofs, windows, boilers, heating and ventilation systems, to increase energy conservation and decrease energy related costs in a school facility. © Roof leaks in modular. Roof was replaced on the main building only in 2011. e Asbestos tile remains in a large percentage of the main building. Popcorn asbestos ceilings remain in the main building. © Windows in the main hallway are leaking. Half were replaced in 2004 and the remainder were replaced in 2007. 4, Replacement of or addition to obsolete buildings in order to provide for a full range of programs consistent with state and approved local requirements. e There is no library, no music room, no art room, no motor room and no computer lab. e There are no conference rooms. e There is no private exam space in the nurse's office. and hereby further specifically acknowledges that by submitting this State of Interest Form, the Massachusetts School Building Authority in no way guarantees the acceptance or the approval of an application, the awarding of a grant or any funding commitment from the Massachusetts School Building Authority or commits the Town of Avon in filing an application for funding with the Massachusetts School Building Authority. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Towing Policies
Table to discussion on Towing Policies until the Workshop Meeting of March 30, 2023
Mr. Suzor made a motion to table to discussion on Towing Policies until the Workshop Meeting of March 30, 2023. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to table to discussion on Towing Policies until the Workshop Meeting of March 30, 2023. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Political Signs
Approve the request of Paul Garcia to display approximately 100 political lawn signs for his bid for Selectman to be erected no earlier than 30 days prior to the election and to be taken down...
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of Paul Garcia to display approximately 100 political lawn signs for his bid for Selectman to be erected no earlier than 30 days prior to the election and to be taken down within 10 days after the election. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of Paul Garcia to display approximately 100 political lawn signs for his bid for Selectman to be erected no earlier than 30 days prior to the election and to be taken down within 10 days after the election. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Personnel Action Forms
Appoint Matthew McAndrew to the Park & Recreation Director position effective March 20, 2023
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Matthew McAndrew to the Park & Recreation Director position effective March 20, 2023. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Matthew McAndrew to the Park & Recreation Director position effective March 20, 2023. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Deny the reappointment of Stephen Bates for Seasonal DPW Director
Mr. Suzor made a motion to deny the reappointment of Stephen Bates for Seasonal DPW Director. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to deny the reappointment of Stephen Bates for Seasonal DPW Director. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the request to surplus a cubicle partition at the Council on Aging
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request to surplus a cubicle partition at the Council on Aging. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request to surplus a cubicle partition at the Council on Aging. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Gift Donation Forms
Approve the gift donation in the amount of $1,000 from T.L. Edwards to sponsor the St. Patrick's Day luncheon at the Council on Aging
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the gift donation in the amount of $1,000 from T.L. Edwards to sponsor the St. Patrick's Day luncheon at the Council on Aging. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the gift donation in the amount of $1,000 from T.L. Edwards to sponsor the St. Patrick's Day luncheon at the Council on Aging. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Approve the gift donation from Republic Services for 4 Red Sox tickets to be used as a raffle prize for participants in the upcoming Community Clean-Up Day
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the gift donation from Republic Services for 4 Red Sox tickets to be used as a raffle prize for participants in the upcoming Community Clean-Up Day. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the gift donation from Republic Services for 4 Red Sox tickets to be used as a raffle prize for participants in the upcoming Community Clean-Up Day. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
Town Administrator's Report
Adjourn the regular session
Mr. Suzor made a motion to adjourn the regular session. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Chairman Beckerman voted aye. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to adjourn the regular session. Chairman Beckerman seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Chairman Beckerman voted aye. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Beckerman)
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