MassVoter.com← Avon Select BoardAvon Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
December 18, 2025
19 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
A monthly email on what it voted on, starting in November.
Attendance
Present: Jason Suzor, Eric Beckerman, Shannon Coffey
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Town Clerk Patricia Bessette
Convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an Open Meeting may have a detrimental effect on the town's bargaining position
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an Open Meeting may have a detrimental effect on the town's bargaining position. (AFSCME and Call Firefighters). Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Ms. Coffey voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an Open Meeting may have a detrimental effect on the town's bargaining position. (AFSCME and Call Firefighters). Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken. Ms. Coffey voted aye. Mr. Beckerman voted aye. Mr. Suzor voted aye..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Public Participation
Approve the meeting minutes of December 4, 2025 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of December 4, 2025 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. Ms. Coffey abstained as she was absent from that meeting. The motion passed.
The minutes say Shannon Coffey abstained, but they give no count and do not record how the other members voted, so only the result is shown.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of December 4, 2025 (Regular Session) as written. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. Ms. Coffey abstained as she was absent from that meeting. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Suzor)
AFSCME Local 1395 Memorandum of Agreement
Approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and AFSCME Local 1395 for the term beginning July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and AFSCME Local 1395 for the term beginning July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and AFSCME Local 1395 for the term beginning July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Avon Firefighters Relief Association for the term beginning July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Avon Firefighters Relief Association for the term beginning July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town and the Avon Firefighters Relief Association for the term beginning July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Special Town Meeting Warrant
Close the Warrant with those four Articles
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to close the Warrant with those four Articles. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried. All were in favor.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to close the Warrant with those four Articles. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried. All were in favor..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Authorize the Board to sign the Warrant as read
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to authorize the Board to sign the Warrant as read. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to authorize the Board to sign the Warrant as read. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Deputy Police Chief Employment Agreement
Approve and execute the Employment Agreement for the Deputy Police Chief Christopher Bartolotta effective December 18, 2025 through June 30, 2028
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute the Employment Agreement for the Deputy Police Chief Christopher Bartolotta effective December 18, 2025 through June 30, 2028. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute the Employment Agreement for the Deputy Police Chief Christopher Bartolotta effective December 18, 2025 through June 30, 2028. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Kofile Preservation of Records Project
Approve the proposal from Kofile Technologies as recommended by the Town Clerk for the preservation of records project
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the proposal from Kofile Technologies as recommended by the Town Clerk for the preservation of records project. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the proposal from Kofile Technologies as recommended by the Town Clerk for the preservation of records project. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Reworld Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Disposal Contract
Approve and execute Amendment #1 to the Municipal Solid Waste Disposal Agreement
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute Amendment #1 to the Municipal Solid Waste Disposal Agreement. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute Amendment #1 to the Municipal Solid Waste Disposal Agreement. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
New Common Victualler's License Application for Almart Sub LLC d/b/a Subway
Approve the Common Victualler's license for Almart Sub LLC d/b/a Subway for 30 Memorial Drive for the 2025 calendar year
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Common Victualler's license for Almart Sub LLC d/b/a Subway for 30 Memorial Drive for the 2025 calendar year. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Common Victualler's license for Almart Sub LLC d/b/a Subway for 30 Memorial Drive for the 2025 calendar year. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Common Victualler's license for Almart Sub LLC d/b/a Subway for 30 Memorial Drive for the 2026 calendar year
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Common Victualler's license for Almart Sub LLC d/b/a Subway for 30 Memorial Drive for the 2026 calendar year. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Common Victualler's license for Almart Sub LLC d/b/a Subway for 30 Memorial Drive for the 2026 calendar year. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Annual License Renewals
Approve the annual license renewal for 2026 for Wine.com at 33 Wales Avenue for a Section 15 Package Store - All Alcoholic Beverages license
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the annual license renewal for 2026 for Wine.com at 33 Wales Avenue for a Section 15 Package Store - All Alcoholic Beverages license. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the annual license renewal for 2026 for Wine.com at 33 Wales Avenue for a Section 15 Package Store - All Alcoholic Beverages license. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the annual license renewal for 2026 to Brian G. White d/b/a Cycle Performance Auto Body located at 271 East High Street for a Class II license
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the annual license renewal for 2026 to Brian G. White d/b/a Cycle Performance Auto Body located at 271 East High Street for a Class II license. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried. All were in favor.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the annual license renewal for 2026 to Brian G. White d/b/a Cycle Performance Auto Body located at 271 East High Street for a Class II license. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried. All were in favor..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
1. Semi-Annual Service Agreement for the HVACs at the Town Hall and the Council on Aging in
Approve the Semi-Annual Service Agreement for the HVACs at the Town Halil and the Council on Aging in the amount of $5,000 for S.S. Service Corp
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Semi-Annual Service Agreement for the HVACs at the Town Halil and the Council on Aging in the amount of $5,000 for S.S. Service Corp. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Semi-Annual Service Agreement for the HVACs at the Town Halil and the Council on Aging in the amount of $5,000 for S.S. Service Corp. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the RTU (Carrier 2001) repair in the amount of $7,230.59 at the Town Hall
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the RTU | (Carrier 2001) repair in the amount of $7,230.59 at the Town Hall. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the RTU | (Carrier 2001) repair in the amount of $7,230.59 at the Town Hall. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the RTU 4 (Carrier 2007) repair in the amount of $2,929.28 at the Town Hall
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the RTU 4 (Carrier 2007) repair in the amount of $2,929.28 at the Town Hall. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the RTU 4 (Carrier 2007) repair in the amount of $2,929.28 at the Town Hall. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Rustic Fire Protection Agreement for a 5-year inspection and sprinkler testing in the amount of $6,716.34 at the Town Hall and Council on Aging
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Rustic Fire Protection Agreement for a 5-year inspection and sprinkler testing in the amount of $6,716.34 at the Town Hall and Council on Aging. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried. All were in favor of these repair and maintenance agreements.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Rustic Fire Protection Agreement for a 5-year inspection and sprinkler testing in the amount of $6,716.34 at the Town Hall and Council on Aging. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried. All were in favor of these repair and maintenance agreements..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
New Year's Eve Hours for Restaurant Establishments
Approve the special closing time of 2:00 a.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the special closing time of 2:00 a.m. to all On Premise Liquor License Establishments for New Year's Eve on December 31, 2025 with the stipulation that there are no objections from Police Chief Bukunt and Fire Chief David Charest. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the special closing time of 2:00 a.m. to all On Premise Liquor License Establishments for New Year's Eve on December 31, 2025 with the stipulation that there are no objections from Police Chief Bukunt and Fire Chief David Charest. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Adjournment
Adjourn the Regular Session and to reconvene in Executive Session for (1) the review and approval of executive session minutes to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the Regular Session and to reconvene in Executive Session for (1) 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 (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Park & Recreation Director). 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 Regular Session and to reconvene in Executive Session for (1) 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 (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel (Park & Recreation Director). 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)
From the Avon Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (2025 on) and Document Center (2018–2024). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials.
How to read these pagesWhere the votes come from, how we check them against the official minutes, what isn't included yet, and how to report a mistake.About city pages →