MassVoter.com← Avon Select BoardAvon Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
September 3, 2026
12 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
Public Participation
Approve the meeting minutes of August 20, 2026 (Regular Session) as written
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the meeting minutes of August 20, 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 August 20, 2026 (Regular Session) as written. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
SAFE Grant Proposal
Approve the SAFE Client Services Agreement
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the SAFE Client Services Agreement. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The Chair abstained. 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 SAFE Client Services Agreement. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The Chair abstained. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Tobacco Memorandum of Understanding
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Massachusetts Health Officers Association and the Town of Avon for the development and implementation of a sustainable tobacco program
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Massachusetts Health Officers Association and the Town of Avon for the development and implementation of a sustainable tobacco program. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Massachusetts Health Officers Association and the Town of Avon for the development and implementation of a sustainable tobacco program. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Bright Solutions for Prevention Coordinator Services
Approve the Bright Solutions proposal for prevention coordinator services
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Bright Solutions proposal for prevention coordinator services. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Bright Solutions proposal for prevention coordinator services. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Community Development Block Grant - Lien Releases
Approve the Releases of the Certificates Not to Encumber for the following properties which were part of the 2011 Community Development Block Grant as the 15-year lien term has now expired: 14...
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Releases of the Certificates Not to Encumber for the following properties which were part of the 2011 Community Development Block Grant as the 15-year lien term has now expired: 14 East Street, 21 Brentwood Avenue, and 20 East High Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the Releases of the Certificates Not to Encumber for the following properties which were part of the 2011 Community Development Block Grant as the 15-year lien term has now expired: 14 East Street, 21 Brentwood Avenue, and 20 East High Street. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Appoint David Cutler to the Bylaw Committee
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint David Cutler to the Bylaw Committee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint David Cutler to the Bylaw Committee. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
New Appointments
Appoint Michael Lawler to the Zoning Board of Appeals as the Board of Health representative
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Michael Lawler to the Zoning Board of Appeals as the Board of Health representative. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to appoint Michael Lawler to the Zoning Board of Appeals as the Board of Health representative. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
One Day Special Permits
Approve the One-Day Special Alcohol Permit for Blanchard's Tavern on September 25, 2026, from 5:30 p.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One-Day Special Alcohol Permit for Blanchard's Tavern on September 25, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. for a tavern event. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The Chair abstained. The motion passed.
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 Blanchard's Tavern on September 25, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. for a tavern event. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The Chair abstained. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the One-Day Special Alcohol Permit for Blanchard's Tavern on September 26, 2026, from 6:00 p.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the One-Day Special Alcohol Permit for Blanchard's Tavern on September 26, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. for an Italian Dinner Night. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The Chair abstained. The motion passed.
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 Blanchard's Tavern on September 26, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. for an Italian Dinner Night. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The Chair abstained. The motion passed..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the DeMarco Park permit application for Janet Borden for a small memorial service for Ana Davey on September 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the DeMarco Park permit application for Janet Borden for a small memorial service for Ana Davey on September 4, 2026, at 2:00 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 for Janet Borden for a small memorial service for Ana Davey on September 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (Motion: Beckerman, second: Coffey)
Approve the DeMarco Park permit application for Steven Kruszkowski for Pack 56 Avon/Holbrook Cub Scout meetings to be held on the second Friday of the month (weather permitting) from 6:00 p.m
Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the DeMarco Park permit application for Steven Kruszkowski for Pack 56 Avon/Holbrook Cub Scout meetings to be held on the second Friday of the month (weather permitting) from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on 09/11, 10/09, 11/13, 12/11, 04/09, and 05/14. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried.
From the minutes
“Mr. Beckerman made a motion to approve the DeMarco Park permit application for Steven Kruszkowski for Pack 56 Avon/Holbrook Cub Scout meetings to be held on the second Friday of the month (weather permitting) from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on 09/11, 10/09, 11/13, 12/11, 04/09, and 05/14. Ms. Coffey seconded the motion. The motion carried..” (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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