MassVoter.com← Avon Select BoardAvon Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
June 18, 2026
25 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
Public Participation
Approve the meeting minutes of June 2, 2026 (Workshop Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of June 2, 2026 (Workshop Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of June 2, 2026 (Workshop Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the meeting minutes of June 4, 2026 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of June 4, 2026 (Regular Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of June 4, 2026 (Regular Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Final Judgment - 20 MacDonald Street Foreclosure - Vote to Sell Property
Sell 20 MacDonald Street and follow all the proper policies and procedures as outlined by Allison Finnell of Brown Legal, P.C. for the sale of this property
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to sell 20 MacDonald Street and follow all the proper policies and procedures as outlined by Allison Finnell of Brown Legal, P.C. for the sale of this property. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to sell 20 MacDonald Street and follow all the proper policies and procedures as outlined by Allison Finnell of Brown Legal, P.C. for the sale of this property. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
End of Year Transfers
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $45,000 from Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Unemployment/Other Charges & Expenses line due to an unusually high number of...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $45,000 from Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Unemployment/Other Charges & Expenses line due to an unusually high number of claims from former School Department employees. Ms. Coffey seconded: the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $45,000 from Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Unemployment/Other Charges & Expenses line due to an unusually high number of claims from former School Department employees. Ms. Coffey seconded: the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $5,636.47 from the Select Board/Other Charges & Expenses to the Finance Committee/Other Charges & Expenses line due to the need for an additional...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $5,636.47 from the Select Board/Other Charges & Expenses to the Finance Committee/Other Charges & Expenses line due to the need for an additional Town Meeting requiring the printing of more Town Meeting books and postage to mail the book to Avon households. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $5,636.47 from the Select Board/Other Charges & Expenses to the Finance Committee/Other Charges & Expenses line due to the need for an additional Town Meeting requiring the printing of more Town Meeting books and postage to mail the book to Avon households. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $34,000 from the - Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Finance Director- Treasurer/Collector/Personnel Services line due to...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $34,000 from the - Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Finance Director- Treasurer/Collector/Personnel Services line due to transitioning costs for the new Finance Director due to retirement and the need for additional help for special projects as needed. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $34,000 from the - Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Finance Director- Treasurer/Collector/Personnel Services line due to transitioning costs for the new Finance Director due to retirement and the need for additional help for special projects as needed. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $179,476 from the Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Snow & Ice/Salaries & Expenses line due to the costs of the blizzard of...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $179,476 from the Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Snow & Ice/Salaries & Expenses line due to the costs of the blizzard of 2026 and other storms requiring road clearing and treatment. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $179,476 from the Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Snow & Ice/Salaries & Expenses line due to the costs of the blizzard of 2026 and other storms requiring road clearing and treatment. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $1,204 from the Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Norfolk Agricultural School/Expenses line due to an increase in the number...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $1,204 from the Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Norfolk Agricultural School/Expenses line due to an increase in the number of Avon students attending the school. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $1,204 from the Medical & Life Insurance/Other Charges & Expenses to the Norfolk Agricultural School/Expenses line due to an increase in the number of Avon students attending the school. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $25,000 from the Technology/Personnel Services to Technology Expenses line due to additional costs associated with retirement in the IT Department...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $25,000 from the Technology/Personnel Services to Technology Expenses line due to additional costs associated with retirement in the IT Department as well as the need for outsourcing for some technical support at Town Hall. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $25,000 from the Technology/Personnel Services to Technology Expenses line due to additional costs associated with retirement in the IT Department as well as the need for outsourcing for some technical support at Town Hall. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $10,000 from the Fire Department/Personnel Services to the Fire Department/Expenses line due to a switch panel failure that runs IT phones/internet...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $10,000 from the Fire Department/Personnel Services to the Fire Department/Expenses line due to a switch panel failure that runs IT phones/internet failure and needed replacement. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the line-item transfer in the amount of $10,000 from the Fire Department/Personnel Services to the Fire Department/Expenses line due to a switch panel failure that runs IT phones/internet failure and needed replacement. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Cyclical Inspection - Award Bid to CIDARE
Approve the contract with CIDARE, Inc. for cyclical data inspection of real property and education of property owners on cyclical data inspection and valuation
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the contract with CIDARE, Inc. for cyclical data inspection of real property and education of property owners on cyclical data inspection and valuation. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the contract with CIDARE, Inc. for cyclical data inspection of real property and education of property owners on cyclical data inspection and valuation. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Assessors Department - Full Time Assessor Discussion
Approve the Town Clerk's request to reduce in-person early voting hours for the 2026 elections
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Town Clerk's request to reduce in-person early voting hours for the 2026 elections. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Town Clerk's request to reduce in-person early voting hours for the 2026 elections. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Mass DOT, Chapter 90 Contract Extension
Approve the Mass DOT Chapter 90 contract extension and authorized the Chair to sign the contract
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Mass DOT Chapter 90 contract extension and authorized the Chair to sign the contract. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Mass DOT Chapter 90 contract extension and authorized the Chair to sign the contract. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
T.L. Edwards Paving Contract - One Year Extension
Approve the second one-year extension for the annual Street Paving and Site Work contract with T.L. Edwards
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the second one-year extension for the annual Street Paving and Site Work contract with T.L. Edwards. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the second one-year extension for the annual Street Paving and Site Work contract with T.L. Edwards. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Street Opening Permit from SLT Construction
Approve the Street Opening Permit from SLT Construction Corp
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from SLT Construction Corp. for new water connection for the Windsor Heights Project located at 253 Page Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Street Opening Permit from SLT Construction Corp. for new water connection for the Windsor Heights Project located at 253 Page Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the job description for the Information Technology Manager and to post the job as soon as possible
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the job description for the Information Technology Manager and to post the job as soon as possible. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the job description for the Information Technology Manager and to post the job as soon as possible. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Library Director - Job Description and Posting
Approve the job description and post the job
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the job description and post the job. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the job description and post the job. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Annual Appointments/Reappointments to Boards and Committees
Reappoint the following individuals to Boards and Committees: e Robert Borden, Alternate Building Inspector, Term to Expire June 30, 2027 e Christopher Canducci, Conservation Commission, Term to...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to reappoint the following individuals to Boards and Committees: e Robert Borden, Alternate Building Inspector, Term to Expire June 30, 2027 e Christopher Canducci, Conservation Commission, Term to Expire June 30, 2029 Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to reappoint the following individuals to Boards and Committees: e Robert Borden, Alternate Building Inspector, Term to Expire June 30, 2027 e Christopher Canducci, Conservation Commission, Term to Expire June 30, 2029 Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
DeMarco Park Permit Applications
Approve the DeMarco Park Permit Application and waive the permit fee for the Council on Aging to hold a picnic in the park for the seniors on July 22, 2026, from 11:30 a.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the DeMarco Park Permit Application and waive the permit fee for the Council on Aging to hold a picnic in the park for the seniors on July 22, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. . to 1:30 p.m. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the DeMarco Park Permit Application and waive the permit fee for the Council on Aging to hold a picnic in the park for the seniors on July 22, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. . to 1:30 p.m. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Surplus Disposition Form
Approve the Surplus Disposition Form for the Council on Aging for a broken large screen television
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Surplus Disposition Form for the Council on Aging for a broken large screen television. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Surplus Disposition Form for the Council on Aging for a broken large screen television. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Gift Acceptance Form
Approve the gift acceptance form for the Park & Recreation Commission from Tru North Bank in the amount of $500 for the purchase of t-shirts for the Summer
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift acceptance form for the Park & Recreation Commission from Tru North Bank in the amount of $500 for the purchase of t-shirts for the Summer . Program. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the gift acceptance form for the Park & Recreation Commission from Tru North Bank in the amount of $500 for the purchase of t-shirts for the Summer . Program. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the DeMarco Park Permit Application from the Department of Children and Families for an event on August 8, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the DeMarco Park Permit Application from Maureen Kelly of the Southern Region of Massachusetts Department of Children and Families for an event on August 8, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a fair for young adults to showcase their talents as young entrepreneurs to display their products and services and to waive the permit fee.
The minutes record this motion with no result or seconder; the Select Board office told MassVoter.com by email (October 8, 2026) that Shannon Coffey seconded it, all were in favor and it passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the DeMarco Park Permit Application from Maureen Kelly of the Southern Region of Massachusetts Department of Children and Families for an event on August 8, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a fair for young adults to showcase their talents as young entrepreneurs to display their products and services and to waive the permit fee..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve the following Personnel Action Forms for Non-Union Personnel
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the following Personnel Action Forms for Non-Union Personnel. e Town Administrator Jonathan Beder, new rate effective July 1, 2026 (new contract) e Town Clerk Patricia Bessette, rate effective July 1, 2026 (new contract from May 2026) e Park & Recreation Director Christina Gréen, new rate effective July 1, 2026 (COLA) e Per Diem Station Clerk Alison Ning, new rate effective July 1, 2026 (COLA) e Per Diem Station Clerk Aylah Nogales, step increase effective May 19, 2026 e Per Diem Station Clerk Aylah Nogales, new rate effective July 1, 2026 (COLA) e Per Diem Station Clerk Peggy Geyer, step increase effective November 6, 2025 e Per Diem Station Clerk Peggy Geyer, new rate effective July 1, 2026 (COLA) Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the following Personnel Action Forms for Non-Union Personnel. e Town Administrator Jonathan Beder, new rate effective July 1, 2026 (new contract) e Town Clerk Patricia Bessette, rate effective July 1, 2026 (new contract from May 2026) e Park & Recreation Director Christina Gréen, new rate effective July 1, 2026 (COLA) e Per Diem Station Clerk Alison Ning, new rate effective July 1, 2026 (COLA) e Per Diem Station Clerk Aylah Nogales, step increase effective May 19, 2026 e Per Diem Station Clerk Aylah Nogales, new rate effective July 1, 2026 (COLA) e Per Diem Station Clerk Peggy Geyer, step increase effective November 6, 2025 e Per Diem Station Clerk Peggy Geyer, new rate effective July 1, 2026 (COLA) Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Topics that the Chair Did Not Reasonably Anticipate
Appoint William Rowe of Eric Kinsherf, CPA, LLC as the Acting Town Accountant as of July 1, 2026
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint William Rowe of Eric Kinsherf, CPA, LLC as the Acting Town Accountant as of July 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint William Rowe of Eric Kinsherf, CPA, LLC as the Acting Town Accountant as of July 1, 2026. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Town Administrator's Report
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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