MassVoter.com← Avon Select BoardAvon Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
July 18, 2024
15 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 June 13, 2024 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the June 13, 2024 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the June 13, 2024 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the June 20, 2024 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the June 20, 2024 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the June 20, 2024 (Regular Session) meeting minutes as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Appoint Members to the Municipal Complex Building Committee
Appoint Jennifer Baker, Shannon Sabree, and Patricia Bessette as members of the Municipal Complex Building Committee
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Jennifer Baker, Shannon Sabree, and Patricia Bessette as members of the Municipal Complex Building Committee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Jennifer Baker, Shannon Sabree, and Patricia Bessette as members of the Municipal Complex Building Committee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Appoint Christopher Sullivan and KellyAnn Cole to the Municipal Complex Building Committee to complete the total of five members to serve on the Board
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Christopher Sullivan and KellyAnn Cole to the Municipal Complex Building Committee to complete the total of five members to serve on the Board. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Christopher Sullivan and KellyAnn Cole to the Municipal Complex Building Committee to complete the total of five members to serve on the Board. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Appoint Michael Sawler and Vladimir Doxy as alternate members of the Municipal Complex Building Committee
Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Michael Sawler and Vladimir Doxy as alternate members of the Municipal Complex Building Committee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to appoint Michael Sawler and Vladimir Doxy as alternate members of the Municipal Complex Building Committee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Tata & Howard Contract for Capital Efficiency Plan
Approve the Tata & Howard contract for the Capital Efficiency Plan
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Tata & Howard contract for the Capital Efficiency Plan. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Tata & Howard contract for the Capital Efficiency Plan. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Eversource Street Opening Permit Applications
Approve the Street Opening Permit application from Eversource Gas Company for a 4' x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 10' road cut trench to install a new gas service at 655 West Main Street
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application from Eversource Gas Company for a 4' x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 10' road cut trench to install a new gas service at 655 West Main Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application from Eversource Gas Company for a 4' x 6' road cut tie in and a 4' x 10' road cut trench to install a new gas service at 655 West Main Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Street Opening Permit application from Eversource Gas Company for a 4' x 6' road cut to abandon gas service for the demolition of 20 East High Street
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit application from Eversource Gas Company for a 4' x 6' road cut to abandon gas service for the demolition of 20 East 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 from Eversource Gas Company for a 4' x 6' road cut to abandon gas service for the demolition of 20 East High Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
2024 State Primary Warrant
Approve and sign the 2024 State Primary Warrant for September 3, 2024 from 7:00 a.m
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve and sign the 2024 State Primary Warrant for September 3, 2024 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Mary McDermott room. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve and sign the 2024 State Primary Warrant for September 3, 2024 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Mary McDermott room. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Election Workers for Fiscal Year 2025
Reappoint the following election workers for Fiscal Year 2025: Michael Sandy (D) Maria Piccirilli, (U) Carol Geary (U) Julia Fasano (U) Joanne Grenham (D) Jean Kopke (U) Margaret Rudy (D) Patricia...
Mr. Suzor made a motion to reappoint the following election workers for Fiscal Year 2025: Michael Sandy (D) Maria Piccirilli, (U) Carol Geary (U) Julia Fasano (U) Joanne Grenham (D) Jean Kopke (U) Margaret Rudy (D) Patricia Olson (D) Kristen Maguire (U) Jennifer Mayo (U) Elaine Dombrosky (U) Lynne McKenney (U) Anthony Famalore (U) Shanna Faro (UV) Jean Zarrillo (U) Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to reappoint the following election workers for Fiscal Year 2025: Michael Sandy (D) Maria Piccirilli, (U) Carol Geary (U) Julia Fasano (U) Joanne Grenham (D) Jean Kopke (U) Margaret Rudy (D) Patricia Olson (D) Kristen Maguire (U) Jennifer Mayo (U) Elaine Dombrosky (U) Lynne McKenney (U) Anthony Famalore (U) Shanna Faro (UV) Jean Zarrillo (U) Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Appointment of Assistant Tax Collector
Hire Richard Cattel to the Assistant Tax Collector position as recommended by the Finance Director
Mr. Suzor made a motion to hire Richard Cattel to the Assistant Tax Collector position as recommended by the Finance Director. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to hire Richard Cattel to the Assistant Tax Collector position as recommended by the Finance Director. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Richard Cattel as Assistant Tax Collector for a Grade OAL 7, Step 1 at the rate of $30.074 per hour
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Richard Cattel as Assistant Tax Collector for a Grade OAL 7, Step 1 at the rate of $30.074 per hour. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Richard Cattel as Assistant Tax Collector for a Grade OAL 7, Step 1 at the rate of $30.074 per hour. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
DeMarco Park Permit Application
Approve the request of Beth McGrath of Legacy Studios for a photo shoot on August 9, 2024 from 12:00 p.m
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of Beth McGrath of Legacy Studios for a photo shoot on August 9, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on August 21, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the incoming seniors of the Avon High School and to waive the permit fee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of Beth McGrath of Legacy Studios for a photo shoot on August 9, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on August 21, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the incoming seniors of the Avon High School and to waive the permit fee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Surplus Equipment Form
Approve the request of the Avon Public Library for the surplus disposition of nine chairs, two of which are children's chairs with shattered supports, three wooden chairs with broken supports, and...
Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of the Avon Public Library for the surplus disposition of nine chairs, two of which are children's chairs with shattered supports, three wooden chairs with broken supports, and four office chairs that are stained and damaged. These items have already been replaced and are in the downstairs storage area. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to approve the request of the Avon Public Library for the surplus disposition of nine chairs, two of which are children's chairs with shattered supports, three wooden chairs with broken supports, and four office chairs that are stained and damaged. These items have already been replaced and are in the downstairs storage area. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
Adjournment
Adjourn the regular session
Mr. Suzor made a motion to adjourn the regular session. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Ms. Coffey voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Chair Beckerman voted aye. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Suzor made a motion to adjourn the regular session. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Ms. Coffey voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. Chair Beckerman voted aye. The motion passed..” (Motion: Suzor, second: Coffey)
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