MassVoter.com← Ayer Select BoardAyer Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
March 17, 2020
7 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Scott A. Houde, Jannice L. Livingston, Shaun C. Copeland
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approval of Revised Meeting Agenda Motion
Approve the revised meeting agenda as posted. The agenda amendment removed the Town Planner's presentation and the Ayer Recycling Committee's presentation on a proposed plastic bag ban
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to approve the revised meeting agenda as posted. The agenda amendment removed the Town Planner's presentation and the Ayer Recycling Committee's presentation on a proposed plastic bag ban. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to approve the revised meeting agenda as posted. The agenda amendment removed the Town Planner's presentation and the Ayer Recycling Committee's presentation on a proposed plastic bag ban. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
Extend the order through Monday March 30, 2020 and to include all outdoor recreation facilities as presented by the Town Manager
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to extend the order through Monday March 30, 2020 and to include all outdoor recreation facilities as presented by the Town Manager. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to extend the order through Monday March 30, 2020 and to include all outdoor recreation facilities as presented by the Town Manager. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
Town Manager's Report
Appoint Mr. Norman Carey and Mr. Henry Pare to the Cultural Council for terms expiring June 30, 2022
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to appoint Mr. Norman Carey and Mr. Henry Pare to the Cultural Council for terms expiring June 30, 2022. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to appoint Mr. Norman Carey and Mr. Henry Pare to the Cultural Council for terms expiring June 30, 2022. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
Approve the Change of Manager for the Ayer Gun & Sportsmen's Club from Robert Briggs to Donald Anderson
Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the Change of Manager for the Ayer Gun & Sportsmen's Club from Robert Briggs to Donald Anderson. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the Change of Manager for the Ayer Gun & Sportsmen's Club from Robert Briggs to Donald Anderson. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
Approve the LIP unit refinance request for 13 Auman Street
Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the LIP unit refinance request for 13 Auman Street. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the LIP unit refinance request for 13 Auman Street. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Houde, second: Livingston)
Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve the meeting minutes of March 4, 2020
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to approve the meeting minutes of March 4, 2020. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to approve the meeting minutes of March 4, 2020. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
Executive Session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21A
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to MGL, Chapter 30A, Section 21A Exemption #3 (Contract Negotiations) Town Hall/Clerical Union Contract MOA; Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Finance...
A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to enter into Executive Session pursuant to MGL, Chapter 30A, Section 21A Exemption #3 (Contract Negotiations) Town Hall/Clerical Union Contract MOA; Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Finance Manager Personal Services Contract; Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Town Clerk Personal Services Contract; Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Police Chief Personal Services Contract and to adjourn at the conclusion of Executive Session. S. Copeland further stated that to discuss these matters in Executive Session would be detrimental to the Town's negotiation strategy. By Roll Call Vote: S. Houde, aye; J. Livingston, aye; S. Copeland, aye. By Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“a motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to enter into Executive Session pursuant to MGL, Chapter 30A, Section 21A Exemption #3 (Contract Negotiations) Town Hall/Clerical Union Contract MOA; Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Finance Manager Personal Services Contract; Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Town Clerk Personal Services Contract; Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Police Chief Personal Services Contract and to adjourn at the conclusion of Executive Session. S. Copeland further stated that to discuss these matters in Executive Session would be detrimental to the Town's negotiation strategy. By Roll Call Vote: S. Houde, aye; J. Livingston, aye; S. Copeland, aye. By Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
From the Ayer Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (2025 on) and Document Center (Agendas, Minutes and Packets › Minutes › Select Board, 2018–2024). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Select Board photos): stills from Ayer Public Access Corporation (APAC) videos — Chris Tavares (June 24, 2026 Select Board meeting, behind his nameplate), Jannice Livingston (August 31, 2026 Select Board meeting, behind her nameplate) and Shaun Copeland (APAC’s “Scout Finds Out” episode titled with his name, about 2019–20). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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