MassVoter.com← Ayer Select BoardAyer Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
June 16, 2026
18 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Christopher E. Tavares, Jannice L. Livingston, Shaun C. Copeland
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approval of Meeting Agenda
Approve the agenda
A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the agenda. Motion passed 3-0.
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“A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the agenda. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
Ratification of Parks & Recreation Director Appointment
Ratify the appointment of Gerry Amenta as the Parks & Recreation Director as presented
Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to ratify the appointment of Gerry Amenta as the Parks & Recreation Director as presented. Motion passed 3-0.
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“Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to ratify the appointment of Gerry Amenta as the Parks & Recreation Director as presented. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
The Board approve the proposed revisions to the Town of Ayer's Water Rules and Regulations as presented
Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston that the Board approve the proposed revisions to the Town of Ayer's Water Rules and Regulations as presented. Motion passed 3- 0.
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“Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston that the Board approve the proposed revisions to the Town of Ayer's Water Rules and Regulations as presented. Motion passed 3- 0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
Close the Public Hearing at 6:28 PM
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to close the Public Hearing at 6:28 PM. Motion passed 3-0.
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“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to close the Public Hearing at 6:28 PM. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
Authorize the FY 2026 Snow Removal Budget deficit of up to $140,770.45 to be accounted for on the FY 2027 Recapitulation Sheet in accordance with the provisions of MGL c.44 31D on recommendation...
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to authorize the FY 2026 Snow Removal Budget deficit of up to $140,770.45 to be accounted for on the FY 2027 Recapitulation Sheet in accordance with the provisions of MGL c.44 31D on recommendation of the DPW Director, Town Manager, and Finance Manager. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland to authorize the FY 2026 Snow Removal Budget deficit of up to $140,770.45 to be accounted for on the FY 2027 Recapitulation Sheet in accordance with the provisions of MGL c.44 31D on recommendation of the DPW Director, Town Manager, and Finance Manager. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
Execute the contract for the Wastewater Treatment Plant FY 2025 Pump Replacement in the amount of $894,683 to Barbato Construction on recommendation of the Water and Sewer Superintendent, and for...
Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to execute the contract for the Wastewater Treatment Plant FY 2025 Pump Replacement in the amount of $894,683 to Barbato Construction on recommendation of the Water and Sewer Superintendent, and for signature by the Chair. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to execute the contract for the Wastewater Treatment Plant FY 2025 Pump Replacement in the amount of $894,683 to Barbato Construction on recommendation of the Water and Sewer Superintendent, and for signature by the Chair. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
Ray Friedlander, Director, Community and Economic Development - IDFA Board of Director Appointments
The Select Board appoint the above named individuals to their respective terms
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board appoint the above named individuals to their respective terms. Motion passed 3-0.
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“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board appoint the above named individuals to their respective terms. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
Town Manager's Report -Administrative Update/Review of Warrants
The Select Board appoint Andrew MacGregor to the Ayer Conservation Commission, for a term to expire on June 30, 2028
Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston that the Select Board appoint Andrew MacGregor to the Ayer Conservation Commission, for a term to expire on June 30, 2028. Motion passed 3-0.
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“Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston that the Select Board appoint Andrew MacGregor to the Ayer Conservation Commission, for a term to expire on June 30, 2028. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
The Select Board approve the recommendation of changes to the Sustainability Committee, as presented
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board approve the recommendation of changes to the Sustainability Committee, as presented. Motion passed 3-0.
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“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board approve the recommendation of changes to the Sustainability Committee, as presented. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
The Select Board approve the 2026 annual reappointments as presented
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board approve the 2026 annual reappointments as presented. Motion passed 3-0.
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“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board approve the 2026 annual reappointments as presented. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
Approve the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) grant agreement in the amount of $212,000, as authorized by Article 24 of the Annual Town Meeting held on April 27, 2026, for the Ayer Affordable...
Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) grant agreement in the amount of $212,000, as authorized by Article 24 of the Annual Town Meeting held on April 27, 2026, for the Ayer Affordable Housing Trust, as presented. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) grant agreement in the amount of $212,000, as authorized by Article 24 of the Annual Town Meeting held on April 27, 2026, for the Ayer Affordable Housing Trust, as presented. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
The Select Board approve the intermunicipal service agreement for financial and payroll support services by and between the Town of Ayer and the Nashoba Associated Boards of Health
Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston that the Select Board approve the intermunicipal service agreement for financial and payroll support services by and between the Town of Ayer and the Nashoba Associated Boards of Health. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston that the Select Board approve the intermunicipal service agreement for financial and payroll support services by and between the Town of Ayer and the Nashoba Associated Boards of Health. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
The Select Board approve the draft letter to the State Delegation on proposed changes to the Super Town Meeting, as amended
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board approve the draft letter to the State Delegation on proposed changes to the Super Town Meeting, as amended. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board approve the draft letter to the State Delegation on proposed changes to the Super Town Meeting, as amended. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
The Select Board approve the one-day bingo license for the Friends of Ayer Senior Center
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board approve the one-day bingo license for the Friends of Ayer Senior Center. Motion passed 3-0.
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“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board approve the one-day bingo license for the Friends of Ayer Senior Center. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
The Select Board approves the formal petition, pursuant to the April 27, 2026, Annual Town meeting petition, for the Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs), as presented
Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston that the Select Board approves the formal petition, pursuant to the April 27, 2026, Annual Town meeting petition, for the Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs), as presented. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston that the Select Board approves the formal petition, pursuant to the April 27, 2026, Annual Town meeting petition, for the Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs), as presented. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
The Select Board approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Ayer and the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency as presented
Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston that the Select Board approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Ayer and the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency as presented. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston that the Select Board approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Ayer and the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency as presented. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve the meeting minutes from June 2, 2026, as presented
Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the meeting minutes from June 2, 2026, as presented. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Copeland and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the meeting minutes from June 2, 2026, as presented. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Copeland, second: Livingston)
Executive Session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21A, Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Parks Director Personal S
The Select Board move into Executive Session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21A, Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Parks Director Personal Services Contract, and that they adjourn from...
A motion was made at 8:38 PM by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board move into Executive Session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21A, Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Parks Director Personal Services Contract, and that they adjourn from executive session and not return to open session. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made at 8:38 PM by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Copeland that the Select Board move into Executive Session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21A, Exemption #2 (Non-Union Personnel) Parks Director Personal Services Contract, and that they adjourn from executive session and not return to open session. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Copeland)
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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