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May 4, 2023
19 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Eric Beckerman, Jason Suzor, Shannon Coffey
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Nominate Eric Beckerman as Chairman of the Board
Mr. Suzor made a motion to nominate Eric Beckerman as Chairman of the Board. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to nominate Eric Beckerman as Chairman of the Board. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Nominate Jason Suzor as Clerk of the Board
Ms. Coffey made a motion to nominate Jason Suzor as Clerk of the Board. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Ms. Coffey made a motion to nominate Jason Suzor as Clerk of the Board. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Coffey, second: Beckerman)
Public Participation
Approve the Memorial Day Parade permit for May 27, 2023 commencing at 12:00 p.m
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Memorial Day Parade permit for May 27, 2023 commencing at 12:00 p.m. at the St. Michael's Church parking lot and to waive the permit fee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Memorial Day Parade permit for May 27, 2023 commencing at 12:00 p.m. at the St. Michael's Church parking lot and to waive the permit fee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Personnel Action Form
Approve the Personnel Action Form of Library Shelver Donna Stanton for a step increase to a Grade 2, Step 2 effective April 23, 2023
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Library Shelver Donna Stanton for a step increase to a Grade 2, Step 2 effective April 23, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Library Shelver Donna Stanton for a step increase to a Grade 2, Step 2 effective April 23, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Disposition of Surplus Property
Approve the disposition of a surplus door in the utility closet of the Council on Aging
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the disposition of a surplus door in the utility closet of the Council on Aging. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the disposition of a surplus door in the utility closet of the Council on Aging. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
One Day Special Permits
Approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for a club event on May 13, 2023
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for a club event on May 13, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for a club event on May 13, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for a club event on May 20, 2023
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for a club event on May 20, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for a club event on May 20, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Avon Civic Association Summer Concert Series
Approve the request of the Avon Civic Association to host the Summer Concert Series at DeMarco Park on Wednesday evenings from June 14, 2023 to August 2, 2023 and to use Noonan Field as a backup...
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of the Avon Civic Association to host the Summer Concert Series at DeMarco Park on Wednesday evenings from June 14, 2023 to August 2, 2023 and to use Noonan Field as a backup if construction in July hinders the location. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of the Avon Civic Association to host the Summer Concert Series at DeMarco Park on Wednesday evenings from June 14, 2023 to August 2, 2023 and to use Noonan Field as a backup if construction in July hinders the location. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Street Opening Permits
Approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 110 Page Street
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 110 Page Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 110 Page Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company = for a proposed 3' x 5' road cut to replace the raiser at 33 Bartlett Street
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company = for a proposed 3' x 5' road cut to replace the raiser at 33 Bartlett Street. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company = for a proposed 3' x 5' road cut to replace the raiser at 33 Bartlett Street. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 70 West High Street
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 70 West High Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 70 West High Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 89 West High Street
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 89 West High Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 89 West High Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 102 West High Street
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 102 West High Street. Ms. Coffey - seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut to abandon the stub at the gas main at 102 West High Street. Ms. Coffey - seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut to replace the gas service line and move the meter inside to outside
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut to replace the gas service line and move the meter inside to outside. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" road cut to replace the gas service line and move the meter inside to outside. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" x 3' road cut for gas main end cap remediation at 100 Wales Avenue
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" x 3' road cut for gas main end cap remediation at 100 Wales Avenue. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" x 3' road cut for gas main end cap remediation at 100 Wales Avenue. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' x 3' road cut for gas main end cap remediation for 35 Rock Street
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' x 3' road cut for gas main end cap remediation for 35 Rock Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6' x 3' road cut for gas main end cap remediation for 35 Rock Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" x 3' road cut for gas main end cap remediation for 3 Shawn Drive
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" x 3' road cut for gas main end cap remediation for 3 Shawn Drive. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application of Eversource Gas Company for a proposed 4' x 6" x 3' road cut for gas main end cap remediation for 3 Shawn Drive. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Town Administrator's Report
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign all four contracts for the above- referenced matters
Mr. Suzor made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign all four contracts for the above- referenced matters. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign all four contracts for the above- referenced matters. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
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. Suzor 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) 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. (Treasurer/Collector). 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 passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor 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) 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. (Treasurer/Collector). 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 passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
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