MassVoter.com← Avon Select BoardAvon Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
July 17, 2025
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Jason Suzor, Eric Beckerman, Shannon Coffey
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Public Participation
Approve the meeting minutes of June 26, 2025 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of June 26, 2025 (Regular Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of June 26, 2025 (Regular Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Sewer Commissioners - Fuss & O'Neill Contract
Approve and sign the signature page of the contract once corrected for Fuss & O'Neill in the amount of $497,000
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and sign the signature page of the contract once corrected for Fuss & O'Neill in the amount of $497,000. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and sign the signature page of the contract once corrected for Fuss & O'Neill in the amount of $497,000. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Appointment of Election Workers for Fiscal Year 2026
Reappoint the following election workers for Fiscal Year 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to reappoint the following election workers for Fiscal Year 2026. Michael Sandy, Warden/Checker Jean Kopke, Warden/Checker Joanne Grenham, Deputy Warden/Checker Maria Piccirilli, Deputy Warden/Checker Carol Geary, Checker Julia Fasano, Checker Margaret Rudy, Checker Patricia Olson, Checker Kristen Maguire, Checker Jennifer Mayo, Checker Elaine Dombrosky, Checker Lynne McKenney, Checker Elaine Flanigan, Checker Linda Carrel, Checker Shanna Faro, Checker Jean Zarrillo, Checker Anthony Famalore, Checker Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to reappoint the following election workers for Fiscal Year 2026. Michael Sandy, Warden/Checker Jean Kopke, Warden/Checker Joanne Grenham, Deputy Warden/Checker Maria Piccirilli, Deputy Warden/Checker Carol Geary, Checker Julia Fasano, Checker Margaret Rudy, Checker Patricia Olson, Checker Kristen Maguire, Checker Jennifer Mayo, Checker Elaine Dombrosky, Checker Lynne McKenney, Checker Elaine Flanigan, Checker Linda Carrel, Checker Shanna Faro, Checker Jean Zarrillo, Checker Anthony Famalore, Checker Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Anthony Famalore, Checker
Appoint the following election workers for Fiscal Year 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint the following election workers for Fiscal Year 2026. Dianne Famalore, Checker Jasmine Raynor, Checker Jeanne Cooper, Checker Ruth Sullivan, Checker Katherine Mullarkey, Checker Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint the following election workers for Fiscal Year 2026. Dianne Famalore, Checker Jasmine Raynor, Checker Jeanne Cooper, Checker Ruth Sullivan, Checker Katherine Mullarkey, Checker Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Reappointment of Alternate Plumbing & Gas Inspector
Reappoint Scott Angelos as the Alternate Plumbing and Gas Inspector
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to reappoint Scott Angelos as the Alternate Plumbing and Gas Inspector. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to reappoint Scott Angelos as the Alternate Plumbing and Gas Inspector. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Horsley & Witten Group/Zoning and Subdivision Proposal
Approve the Horsley & Witten Group contract for planning and zoning services
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Horsley & Witten Group contract for planning and zoning services. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Horsley & Witten Group contract for planning and zoning services. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Building Commissioner - Amendment to Employment Agreement
Approve and sign the amended Employment Agreement for the Building Commissioner for an extension of time for Mr. Comeau to obtain his certifications
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and sign the amended Employment Agreement for the Building Commissioner for an extension of time for Mr. Comeau to obtain his certifications. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and sign the amended Employment Agreement for the Building Commissioner for an extension of time for Mr. Comeau to obtain his certifications. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Assistant Fire Chief Cronin approached the Board to discuss the First Due Contract. Mr. Cronin
Approve the First Due Contract for Fire & EMS Reporting in the amount of $21,920.00
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the First Due Contract for Fire & EMS Reporting in the amount of $21,920.00. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the First Due Contract for Fire & EMS Reporting in the amount of $21,920.00. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Landfill Compliance & Monitoring - Capital Reserve Request
Approve the request of the agent to use $35,000 from the Capital Reserve for landfill compliance and monitoring at the Compost Site located at 90 Wales Avenue
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of the agent to use $35,000 from the Capital Reserve for landfill compliance and monitoring at the Compost Site located at 90 Wales Avenue. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of the agent to use $35,000 from the Capital Reserve for landfill compliance and monitoring at the Compost Site located at 90 Wales Avenue. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Landfill Compliance & Monitoring - Weston & Sampson Contract
Approve the Weston & Sampson contract for landfill compliance and monitoring in the amount of $37,500
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Weston & Sampson contract for landfill compliance and monitoring in the amount of $37,500. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Weston & Sampson contract for landfill compliance and monitoring in the amount of $37,500. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Board of Health Tobacco Memorandum of Understanding
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Avon and the Massachusetts Health Officers Association, Incorporated for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 for the...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Avon and the Massachusetts Health Officers Association, Incorporated for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 for the tobacco control program as funded by the Massachusetts Tobacco Cessation and Prevention Program offered by the Department of Public Health. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Avon and the Massachusetts Health Officers Association, Incorporated for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 for the tobacco control program as funded by the Massachusetts Tobacco Cessation and Prevention Program offered by the Department of Public Health. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
DBVW Invoice
Approve and pay the DBVW invoice #2437-08 dated June 12, 2025, for the Municipal Complex design in the amount of $258,069.15 as expenditures over $50,000 must be approved by the Select Board
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and pay the DBVW invoice #2437-08 dated June 12, 2025, for the Municipal Complex design in the amount of $258,069.15 as expenditures over $50,000 must be approved by the Select Board. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and pay the DBVW invoice #2437-08 dated June 12, 2025, for the Municipal Complex design in the amount of $258,069.15 as expenditures over $50,000 must be approved by the Select Board. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Appointment of Public Safety Dispatcher
Approve the appointment and Personnel Action Form of Rebecca Bedard to the Public Safety Dispatcher position for a Grade D-1, Step 1 effective July 28, 2025
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the appointment and Personnel Action Form of Rebecca Bedard to the Public Safety Dispatcher position for a Grade D-1, Step 1 effective July 28, 2025. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the appointment and Personnel Action Form of Rebecca Bedard to the Public Safety Dispatcher position for a Grade D-1, Step 1 effective July 28, 2025. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Surplus Equipment Form for Avon Public Library
Approve the request from the Avon Public Library to surplus seven double-sided metal shelving units to make room for a new study pod
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request from the Avon Public Library to surplus seven double-sided metal shelving units to make room for a new study pod. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request from the Avon Public Library to surplus seven double-sided metal shelving units to make room for a new study pod. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Request from Pack 56 Cub Scouts to use DeMarco Park
Approve the request of Steven Kruszkowski on behalf of the Pack 56 Cub Scouts to hold their monthly meetings at DeMarco Park (weather pending) on the second Friday of the month from 6:00 p.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of Steven Kruszkowski on behalf of the Pack 56 Cub Scouts to hold their monthly meetings at DeMarco Park (weather pending) on the second Friday of the month from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. beginning September 12, 2025, through June 12, 2026, and to waive any permit fees. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of Steven Kruszkowski on behalf of the Pack 56 Cub Scouts to hold their monthly meetings at DeMarco Park (weather pending) on the second Friday of the month from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. beginning September 12, 2025, through June 12, 2026, and to waive any permit fees. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Adjournment
Adjourn the Open Session of the meeting and to convene in Executive Session for: (1) to consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of real property as such discussion may have a...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the Open Session of the meeting and to convene in Executive Session for: (1) to consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of real property as such discussion may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the governmental body; and (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Ms. Coffey voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the Open Session of the meeting and to convene in Executive Session for: (1) to consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of real property as such discussion may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the governmental body; and (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Ms. Coffey voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
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