MassVoter.com← Avon Select BoardAvon Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
April 16, 2026
17 recorded votes, 3 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
Reorganization of the Board
Appoint Jason Suzor, Sr., as the Chair of the Select Board
Ms. Coffey made a motion to appoint Jason Suzor, Sr., as the Chair of the Select Board. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Yes: Beckerman, CoffeyAbstained: SuzorThe minutes give only the result; the Select Board office told MassVoter.com by email (October 8, 2026) that members do not vote for themselves when the board reorganizes, so Jason Suzor did not vote and the other two members voted yes.
From the minutes
“Ms. Coffey made a motion to appoint Jason Suzor, Sr., as the Chair of the Select Board. Mr. Beckerman seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Coffey, second: Beckerman)
Appoint Eric Beckerman as the Clerk of the Select Board
Ms. Coffey made a motion to appoint Eric Beckerman as the Clerk of the Select Board. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried.
Yes: Coffey, SuzorAbstained: BeckermanThe minutes give only the result; the Select Board office told MassVoter.com by email (October 8, 2026) that members do not vote for themselves when the board reorganizes, so Eric Beckerman did not vote and the other two members voted yes.
From the minutes
“Ms. Coffey made a motion to appoint Eric Beckerman as the Clerk of the Select Board. Mr. Suzor seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Coffey, second: Suzor)
Public Participation
Approve the meeting minutes of April 2, 2026 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of April 2, 2026 (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 April 2, 2026 (Regular Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
250" Anniversary Flags
Approve the 250 anniversary flags and banners to be displayed on town property
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the 250 anniversary flags and banners to be displayed on town property. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed. All were in favor.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the 250 anniversary flags and banners to be displayed on town property. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed. All were in favor..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Environmental Preferrable Procurement Policy
Approve and execute the Sustainable Purchasing Policy as presented by Health Agent Kathleen Washburn
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute the Sustainable Purchasing Policy as presented by Health Agent Kathleen Washburn. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute the Sustainable Purchasing Policy as presented by Health Agent Kathleen Washburn. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Policy Systems and Environment (PSE) Grant
Approve and authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the Policy, Systems and Environment (PSE) Prevention Project grant
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the Policy, Systems and Environment (PSE) Prevention Project grant. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and authorize the Select Board Chair to sign the Policy, Systems and Environment (PSE) Prevention Project grant. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Resignation of Town Clerk Patricia Bessette
Accept the letter of resignation from Patricia Bessette from her elected Town Clerk position
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the letter of resignation from Patricia Bessette from her elected Town Clerk position. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the letter of resignation from Patricia Bessette from her elected Town Clerk position. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Employment Agreement for Town Clerk Patricia Bessette
Approve and execute the Employment Agreement for Patricia Bessette as the appointed Town Clerk
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute the Employment Agreement for Patricia Bessette as the appointed Town Clerk. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute the Employment Agreement for Patricia Bessette as the appointed Town Clerk. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Personnel Action Form for Town Clerk for Patricia Bessette
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Patricia Bessette for a classification and rate changes from the elected Town Clerk to the appointed Town Clerk effective April 17, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Patricia Bessette for a classification and rate changes from the elected Town Clerk to the appointed Town Clerk effective April 17, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Patricia Bessette for a classification and rate changes from the elected Town Clerk to the appointed Town Clerk effective April 17, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Amended Employment Agreement for Finance Director Jill Stewart
Approve and execute the First Amendment to the Employment Agreement for Jill Stewart
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute the First Amendment to the Employment Agreement for Jill Stewart. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve and execute the First Amendment to the Employment Agreement for Jill Stewart. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Jill Stewart effective April 16, 2026, for the classification change from Interim Finance Director/Treasurer-Collector to Finance Director/Treasurer-Collector
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jill Stewart effective April 16, 2026, for the classification change from Interim Finance Director/Treasurer-Collector to Finance Director/Treasurer-Collector. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jill Stewart effective April 16, 2026, for the classification change from Interim Finance Director/Treasurer-Collector to Finance Director/Treasurer-Collector. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Gift Acceptance Form for Board of Health
Accept the gift donation of four Red Sox tickets to a game in May to be raffled and used as an incentive for residents to participate in Community Clean Up Day
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the gift donation of four Red Sox tickets to a game in May to be raffled and used as an incentive for residents to participate in Community Clean Up Day. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the gift donation of four Red Sox tickets to a game in May to be raffled and used as an incentive for residents to participate in Community Clean Up Day. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Robin Paull - Special Employee Designation
Designate Robin Paull as a Special Municipal Employee
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to designate Robin Paull as a Special Municipal Employee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried. All were in favor.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to designate Robin Paull as a Special Municipal Employee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried. All were in favor..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Memorial Day Parade Permit
Approve the Memorial Day Parade permit for the Avon V.F.W. Post #8892 for May 23, 2026, commencing at 12:00 p.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorial Day Parade permit for the Avon V.F.W. Post #8892 for May 23, 2026, commencing at 12:00 p.m. at St. Michael's Church and to waive the permit fee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorial Day Parade permit for the Avon V.F.W. Post #8892 for May 23, 2026, commencing at 12:00 p.m. at St. Michael's Church and to waive the permit fee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
One Day Special Alcohol Permit for Blanchard's Tavern
Approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for Blanchard's Tavern for their "Aloha Spring" dinner event on May 9, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for Blanchard's Tavern for their "Aloha Spring" dinner event on May 9, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. Mr. Suzor abstained from the vote. The motion passed.
The minutes say Jason Suzor 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 One Day Special Alcohol Permit for Blanchard's Tavern for their "Aloha Spring" dinner event on May 9, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. Mr. Suzor abstained from the vote. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Council on Aging Board Resignation
Accept the resignation with regret
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the resignation with regret. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the resignation with regret. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Town Administrator's Report
Adjourn the Regular Session and convene 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...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the Regular Session and convene 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); (2) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an Open Meeting may have a detrimental effect on the town's bargaining or litigating position. (AFSCME, Police, Fire, Call Firefighters); and (3) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel. (Town Accountant). 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 convene 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); (2) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an Open Meeting may have a detrimental effect on the town's bargaining or litigating position. (AFSCME, Police, Fire, Call Firefighters); and (3) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel. (Town Accountant). 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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