MassVoter.com← Avon Select BoardAvon Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
May 18, 2023
11 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
Public Participation
Approve the All Alcoholic Beverages liquor license for Wine.com contingent on the CORI form being notarized
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the All Alcoholic Beverages liquor license for Wine.com contingent on the CORI form being notarized. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the All Alcoholic Beverages liquor license for Wine.com contingent on the CORI form being notarized. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Meeting Minutes
Approve the May 2, 2023 (Workshop Session) meeting minutes as written
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the May 2, 2023 (Workshop Session) meeting minutes as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the May 2, 2023 (Workshop Session) meeting minutes as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the May 4, 2023 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the May 4, 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 May 4, 2023 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
New Appointments/Personnel Action Forms
Appoint Lucia Aristote-Oliveira to the part-time Administrative Assistant position for the Assessing and Building Department for a Grade 6, Step rate, effective May 30, 2023
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Lucia Aristote-Oliveira to the part-time Administrative Assistant position for the Assessing and Building Department for a Grade 6, Step | rate, effective May 30, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Lucia Aristote-Oliveira to the part-time Administrative Assistant position for the Assessing and Building Department for a Grade 6, Step | rate, effective May 30, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Appoint Michael DeRienzo to the Senior Water Operator position for the Department of Public Works for a Grade PW3, Step rate, effective June 5 2023
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Michael DeRienzo to the Senior Water Operator position for the Department of Public Works for a Grade PW3, Step | rate, effective June 5 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Michael DeRienzo to the Senior Water Operator position for the Department of Public Works for a Grade PW3, Step | rate, effective June 5 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form of Volunteer Coordinator Catherine Emery for a step increase to a Grade 6, Step 2 effective May 12, 2023
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Volunteer Coordinator Catherine Emery for a step increase to a Grade 6, Step 2 effective May 12, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form of Volunteer Coordinator Catherine Emery for a step increase to a Grade 6, Step 2 effective May 12, 2023. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Surplus Equipment
Approve the following items for surplus at the Avon Public Library: 3 all-in-one PCs in average/poor condition 1 dry erase sign in poor condition 1 Sony audio/video control center in average/poor...
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the following items for surplus at the Avon Public Library: 3 all-in-one PCs in average/poor condition 1 dry erase sign in poor condition 1 Sony audio/video control center in average/poor condition 1 book drop wagon in poor condition 15 cassette and VHS storage containers 1 old computer desk with two cabinets and CD storage in poor condition 1 electronic labeling system in average/poor condition 1 globe in poor condition 1 JVC portable monitor in average/poor condition 1 media display unit in poor condition 7 metal and plastic chairs in poor condition 5 monitors in average/poor condition 1 office chair in poor condition 3 PC towers in average/poor condition 1 rotating CD display in average condition 1 Wifi router in average/poor condition 1 72 x 48-inch Persian rug in poor condition 1 TV wall mount in new condition but missing parts 1 VCR and cassette display unit in poor condition 1 wooden bench in average/poor condition Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the following items for surplus at the Avon Public Library: 3 all-in-one PCs in average/poor condition 1 dry erase sign in poor condition 1 Sony audio/video control center in average/poor condition 1 book drop wagon in poor condition 15 cassette and VHS storage containers 1 old computer desk with two cabinets and CD storage in poor condition 1 electronic labeling system in average/poor condition 1 globe in poor condition 1 JVC portable monitor in average/poor condition 1 media display unit in poor condition 7 metal and plastic chairs in poor condition 5 monitors in average/poor condition 1 office chair in poor condition 3 PC towers in average/poor condition 1 rotating CD display in average condition 1 Wifi router in average/poor condition 1 72 x 48-inch Persian rug in poor condition 1 TV wall mount in new condition but missing parts 1 VCR and cassette display unit in poor condition 1 wooden bench in average/poor condition Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Gift Acceptance Form
Approve the gift donation from the Avon Fish & Game Association to the Council on Aging in the amount of $750 for a luncheon that benefits the seniors
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the gift donation from the Avon Fish & Game Association to the Council on Aging in the amount of $750 for a luncheon that benefits the seniors. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the gift donation from the Avon Fish & Game Association to the Council on Aging in the amount of $750 for a luncheon that benefits the seniors. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Senior Tax Work Off Program Amendment
Remove the 5-year minimum residency requirement from the eligibility requirements for the Senior Tax Work Off Program
Mr. Suzor made a motion to remove the 5-year minimum residency requirement from the eligibility requirements for the Senior Tax Work Off Program. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to remove the 5-year minimum residency requirement from the eligibility requirements for the Senior Tax Work Off Program. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Town Administrator Search
Appoint Mr. Beder to the Town Administrator position pending the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment requirements which will be listed in the conditional offer of employment letter
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Mr. Beder to the Town Administrator position pending the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment requirements which will be listed in the conditional offer of employment letter. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Mr. Beder to the Town Administrator position pending the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment requirements which will be listed in the conditional offer of employment letter. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Town Administrator's Report
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. (Town Administrator). 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. (Town Administrator). 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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