MassVoter.com← Avon Select BoardAvon Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
May 7, 2026
11 recorded votes, 1 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
Meeting Minutes
Approve the meeting minutes of April 16, 2026 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of April 16, 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 16, 2026 (Regular Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Vote to Terminate and Next Steps
Rescind the Memorandum of Understanding between the Avon Public Schools and the Town of Avon, negate the agreement, and authorize the Town Administrator to send notice to the School Superintendent...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to rescind the Memorandum of Understanding between the Avon Public Schools and the Town of Avon, negate the agreement, and authorize the Town Administrator to send notice to the School Superintendent regarding the same. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to rescind the Memorandum of Understanding between the Avon Public Schools and the Town of Avon, negate the agreement, and authorize the Town Administrator to send notice to the School Superintendent regarding the same. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Fire Department - Unpaid Chaplain of the Department Rick Cederholm
Approve the Fire Chaplain position and allow Chief Charest to appoint Pastor Rick Cederholm for this position
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Fire Chaplain position and allow Chief Charest to appoint Pastor Rick Cederholm for this position. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Fire Chaplain position and allow Chief Charest to appoint Pastor Rick Cederholm for this position. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Chief Charest presented the Board with a Memorandum of Understanding for a Fire Department
Approve the MOU and authorized the Board to sign the agreement
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the MOU and authorized the Board to sign the agreement. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the MOU and authorized the Board to sign the agreement. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Discussion on Cannabis Delivery Changes
Request that the Town of Avon opt out of cannabis delivery to the Cannabis Control Commission and instructed the Town Administrator to send a letter to the CCC regarding the same
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to request that the Town of Avon opt out of cannabis delivery to the Cannabis Control Commission and instructed the Town Administrator to send a letter to the CCC regarding the same. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed. All were in favor.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to request that the Town of Avon opt out of cannabis delivery to the Cannabis Control Commission and instructed the Town Administrator to send a letter to the CCC regarding the same. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed. All were in favor..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Personnel Action Form
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Volunteer Coordinator Catherine Sheldon for Grade 6, Step 5 effective May 12, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Volunteer Coordinator Catherine Sheldon for Grade 6, Step 5 effective May 12, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Volunteer Coordinator Catherine Sheldon for Grade 6, Step 5 effective May 12, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
DeMarco Park Permit Application
Approve the DeMarco Park Permit Application for the Avon High School Class of 1976 50" Class Reunion on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 12:00 p.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the DeMarco Park Permit Application for the Avon High School Class of 1976 50" Class Reunion on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and to waive the permit fee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the DeMarco Park Permit Application for the Avon High School Class of 1976 50" Class Reunion on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and to waive the permit fee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Gift Acceptance Form
Accept the gift donation in the amount of $1,001 from Peter Patel in memory of his mother Kantaben Patel to the Council on Aging
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the gift donation in the amount of $1,001 from Peter Patel in memory of his mother Kantaben Patel to the Council on Aging. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the gift donation in the amount of $1,001 from Peter Patel in memory of his mother Kantaben Patel to the Council on Aging. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
One Day Special Alcohol Permits
Approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for an outdoor club event on May 24, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for an outdoor club event on May 24, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Avon Fish & Game Association for an outdoor club event on May 24, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Henry Lawton Blanchard Fund Trustees for a tavern event on May 22, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Henry Lawton Blanchard Fund Trustees for a tavern event on May 22, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. Mr. Suzor abstained. The motion carried.
Yes: Beckerman, CoffeyAbstained: SuzorThe minutes say Jason Suzor abstained and the motion passed; the Select Board office told MassVoter.com by email (October 8, 2026) that Eric Beckerman and Shannon Coffey voted yes.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One Day Special Alcohol Permit for the Henry Lawton Blanchard Fund Trustees for a tavern event on May 22, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. Mr. Suzor abstained. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Adjournment
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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