MassVoter.com← Avon Select BoardAvon Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
May 21, 2026
36 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Part of this meeting was held jointly with the Council on Aging Board; only the Select Board’s own votes are shown.
Present: Jason Suzor, Eric Beckerman, Shannon Coffey
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Public Participation
Approve the meeting minutes of May 5, 2026 (Workshop Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of May 5, 2026 (Workshop 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 May 5, 2026 (Workshop Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the meeting minutes of May 7, 2026 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of May 7, 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 May 7, 2026 (Regular Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the meeting minutes of May 12, 2026 (Workshop Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of May 12, 2026 (Workshop 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 May 12, 2026 (Workshop Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Joint Workshop Meeting with Council on Aging Board
Appoint Gary Erickson to the Council on Aging Board
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Gary Erickson to the Council on Aging Board. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Gary Erickson to the Council on Aging Board. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Haley & Ward Contract
Approve the Haley & Ward Engineering Services Contract based on the recommendation of the DPW Director Brian Martin
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Haley & Ward Engineering Services Contract based on the recommendation of the DPW Director Brian Martin. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Haley & Ward Engineering Services Contract based on the recommendation of the DPW Director Brian Martin. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
SCADA Industrial Technical Services
Approve the Industrial Technical Services Engineering contract for the SCADA system
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Industrial Technical Services Engineering contract for the SCADA system. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Industrial Technical Services Engineering contract for the SCADA system. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Facilities Manager Job Description
Approve the job description for the Facilities Manager position
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the job description for the Facilities Manager position. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the job description for the Facilities Manager position. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Street Opening Permit from Eversource Gas
Approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource Gas to repair a leak in the gas main with a proposed 4' x 6' road cut at 20 Brentwood Avenue
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource Gas to repair a leak in the gas main with a proposed 4' x 6' road cut at 20 Brentwood Avenue. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from Eversource Gas to repair a leak in the gas main with a proposed 4' x 6' road cut at 20 Brentwood Avenue. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
ACES/84 Movement Mural Proposal for Civic Center
Approve the request of ACES to paint a mural in the Civic Center
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of ACES to paint a mural in the Civic Center. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of ACES to paint a mural in the Civic Center. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Employment Agreement for Town Planner
Approve a new Employment Agreement for Town Planner Richard Jordan effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028.'
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve a new Employment Agreement for Town Planner Richard Jordan effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028.' Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve a new Employment Agreement for Town Planner Richard Jordan effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028.' Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Braintree's Veteran's Agent - Shared Services Agreement
Approve the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Braintree for a shared Veteran's Agent
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Braintree for a shared Veteran's Agent. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Braintree for a shared Veteran's Agent. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Resignation of Library Director Elise LaForge
Accept the resignation of Library Director Elise LaForge effective June 5, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the resignation of Library Director Elise LaForge effective June 5, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the resignation of Library Director Elise LaForge effective June 5, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Resignation of Highway Laborer Steven Gallant
Accept the resignation of Highway Laborer Steven Gallant effective May 30, 2026, with regret
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the resignation of Highway Laborer Steven Gallant effective May 30, 2026, with regret. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to accept the resignation of Highway Laborer Steven Gallant effective May 30, 2026, with regret. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
On Avon Corporation All Alcohol License
Authorize the Town Administrator and Special Counsel to file On Avon Corporation's petition with the state for the Section 15 Package Store All Alcohol license
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator and Special Counsel to file On Avon Corporation's petition with the state for the Section 15 Package Store All Alcohol license. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator and Special Counsel to file On Avon Corporation's petition with the state for the Section 15 Package Store All Alcohol license. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Appointment of DPW Water Systems Technician
Appoint Jade Correia to the Water Systems Technician position effective June 8, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Jade Correia to the Water Systems Technician position effective June 8, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Jade Correia to the Water Systems Technician position effective June 8, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Jade Correia for the Water Systems Technician position for a Grade PW-2, Step rate effective June 8, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jade Correia for the Water Systems Technician position for a Grade PW-2, Step | rate effective June 8, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jade Correia for the Water Systems Technician position for a Grade PW-2, Step | rate effective June 8, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Appointment of Park & Recreation Summer Program Positions
Appoint the above-referenced individuals as Summer Program employees with the stipulation that all candidates satisfactorily pass the pre-employment requirements
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint the above-referenced individuals as Summer Program employees with the stipulation that all candidates satisfactorily pass the pre-employment requirements. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint the above-referenced individuals as Summer Program employees with the stipulation that all candidates satisfactorily pass the pre-employment requirements. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Alison Kaye for the Assistant Director position for $25.75 effective June 29, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Alison Kaye for the Assistant Director position for $25.75 effective June 29, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion' passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Alison Kaye for the Assistant Director position for $25.75 effective June 29, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion' passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Kylie Mallett for the Playground Supervisor position at a Grade 3, Step 2 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Kylie Mallett for the Playground Supervisor position at a Grade 3, Step 2 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Kylie Mallett for the Playground Supervisor position at a Grade 3, Step 2 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Jessica Hansen for the Lead Counselor position at a Grade 2, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026.'
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jessica Hansen for the Lead Counselor position at a Grade 2, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026.' Ms. Coffey seconded the -motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jessica Hansen for the Lead Counselor position at a Grade 2, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026.' Ms. Coffey seconded the -motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Maeve Hagberg for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 4 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Maeve Hagberg for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 4 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Maeve Hagberg for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 4 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Rylee Whiffen for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 4 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Rylee Whiffen for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 4 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Rylee Whiffen for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 4 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Madelyn Fuller for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Madelyn Fuller for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Madelyn Fuller for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Elizabeth Green for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Elizabeth Green for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the ; motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Elizabeth Green for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the ; motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Caoilainn Knight for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Caoilainn Knight for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Caoilainn Knight for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Gianna Rosa for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Gianna Rosa for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Gianna Rosa for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Benjamin Mayo forthe Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Benjamin Mayo forthe Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Benjamin Mayo forthe Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Charles Mallett for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 2 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Charles Mallett for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 2 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Charles Mallett for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 2 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Brandon Marble for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Brandon Marble for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Brandon Marble for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Chad Bousseau for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Chad Bousseau for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Chad Bousseau for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 1 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Jason Maguire for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 4 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jason Maguire for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 4 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jason Maguire for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 4 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Jacob Dean for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jacob Dean for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Jacob Dean for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the Personnel Action Form for Cooper Sheehan for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Cooper Sheehan for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Personnel Action Form for Cooper Sheehan for the Counselor position at a Grade 1, Step 3 rate of pay effective June 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Gift Acceptance Form for Park & Recreation
Approve the gift donation from Avon Youth Baseball Little League for a second batting cage for Fagan Field to be installed by 78 Sports to the Park & Recreation Commission
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift donation from Avon Youth Baseball Little League for a second batting cage for Fagan Field to be installed by 78 Sports to the Park & Recreation Commission. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift donation from Avon Youth Baseball Little League for a second batting cage for Fagan Field to be installed by 78 Sports to the Park & Recreation Commission. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Avon Civic Association Summer Concert Series
Approve the request of the Avon Civic Association for the use of DeMarco Park for the Summer Concert Series on Wednesday nights starting June 17, 2026, through July 29, 2026, from 5:00 p.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of the Avon Civic Association for the use of DeMarco Park for the Summer Concert Series on Wednesday nights starting June 17, 2026, through July 29, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., as well as Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the Oktoberfest event. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the request of the Avon Civic Association for the use of DeMarco Park for the Summer Concert Series on Wednesday nights starting June 17, 2026, through July 29, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., as well as Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the Oktoberfest event. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Adjournment ©
Adjourn the Regular Session
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to adjourn the Regular Session. 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. 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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