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March 23, 2022
33 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Kenneth J. Pacheco, Brett Zografos, Leonard E. Hull, Jr.
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint Mr
To appoint Mr
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Mr. William Fontaine to the Dighton Housing Authority for a term of five years. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. : Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
Discontinue use of Accuvote Ballot Scanners and adopt the use of DS200 Ballot Scanners. 1 |
To discontinue use of Accuvote Ballot Scanners and adopt the use of DS200 Ballot Scanners. 1 |
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to discontinue use of Accuvote Ballot Scanners and adopt the use of DS200 Ballot Scanners. 1 | Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Return two Accuvote ballot scanners to LHS & Associates to be recycled
To return two Accuvote ballot scanners to LHS & Associates to be recycled
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to return two Accuvote ballot scanners to LHS & Associates to be recycled. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Hull, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Accept a donation of 8 cubic yards of manure from Ferry's Cow Farm in Swansea
To accept a donation of 8 cubic yards of manure from Ferry's Cow Farm in Swansea
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to accept a donation of 8 cubic yards of manure from Ferry's Cow Farm in Swansea. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
Take the above agenda items out of order
To take the above agenda items out of order
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to take the above agenda items out of order. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Recommend the Animal Control Officer budget #292 in the amount of $55,750.00
To recommend the Animal Control Officer budget #292 in the amount of $55,750.00
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to recommend the Animal Control Officer budget #292 in the amount of $55,750.00. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. 4 Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
Recommend budget #433-Waste Collection and Disposal based on the Town Administrator's recommendation in the amount of $847,266.66
To recommend budget #433-Waste Collection and Disposal based on the Town Administrator's recommendation in the amount of $847,266.66
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED to recommend budget #433-Waste Collection and Disposal based on the Town Administrator's recommendation in the amount of $847,266.66. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Kenneth J. Pacheco)
That the Board of Selectmen recommend budget #510-Board of Health Regulations and Inspections based on the Town Administrators recommendation in the amount of $78,436.40
That the Board of Selectmen recommend budget #510-Board of Health Regulations and Inspections based on the Town Administrators recommendation in the amount of $78,436.40
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED that the Board of Selectmen recommend budget #510-Board of Health Regulations and Inspections based on the Town Administrators recommendation in the amount of $78,436.40. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Hull, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
That the Board of Selectmen recommend budget #519-Board of Health Administration in the amount of $79,706.00
That the Board of Selectmen recommend budget #519-Board of Health Administration in the amount of $79,706.00
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED that the Board of Selectmen recommend budget #519-Board of Health Administration in the amount of $79,706.00. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Hull, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Move to agenda item #10 #299-Emergency Preparedness
To move to agenda item #10 #299-Emergency Preparedness
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to move to agenda item #10 #299-Emergency Preparedness. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Recommend budget #299- Emergency Preparedness in the amount of $8,500.00
To recommend budget #299- Emergency Preparedness in the amount of $8,500.00
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to recommend budget #299- Emergency Preparedness in the amount of $8,500.00. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
Appoint Mr
To appoint Mr
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Mr. Michael Mullen to the Insurance Advisory Committee. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Table this item until feedback is received
To table this item until feedback is received
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to table this item until feedback is received. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
Seek a legal opinion from Town Counsel
To seek a legal opinion from Town Counsel
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to seek a legal opinion from Town Counsel. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
That the board recommend budget #175-Planning Board based on the Town Administrator recommendations with a 2% stipend increase where appropriate
That the board recommend budget #175-Planning Board based on the Town Administrator recommendations with a 2% stipend increase where appropriate
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED that the board recommend budget #175-Planning Board based on the Town Administrator recommendations with a 2% stipend increase where appropriate. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Recommend budget #176- Board of Appeals based on the Town Administrator's recommendations with a 2% stipend increase where applicable
To recommend budget #176- Board of Appeals based on the Town Administrator's recommendations with a 2% stipend increase where applicable
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to recommend budget #176- Board of Appeals based on the Town Administrator's recommendations with a 2% stipend increase where applicable. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Recommend budget #210- Police Department in the amount of $1,900,9270.91
To recommend budget #210- Police Department in the amount of $1,900,9270.91
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to recommend budget #210- Police Department in the amount of $1,900,9270.91. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Recommend #215- Communications Department in the amount of $394,015.45
To recommend #215- Communications Department in the amount of $394,015.45
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to recommend #215- Communications Department in the amount of $394,015.45. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
Table budget #295- Harbormaster for further information
To table budget #295- Harbormaster for further information
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to table budget #295- Harbormaster for further information. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
Recommend budget #294- Forestry in the amount of $263.82
To recommend budget #294- Forestry in the amount of $263.82
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to recommend budget #294- Forestry in the amount of $263.82. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye. #422 Highway Construction and Maintenance There were no.” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Recommend #422- Highway Construction and Maintenance in the amount of $767,688.51, based on the Town Administrator's recommendations
To recommend #422- Highway Construction and Maintenance in the amount of $767,688.51, based on the Town Administrator's recommendations
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to recommend #422- Highway Construction and Maintenance in the amount of $767,688.51, based on the Town Administrator's recommendations. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. ; Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Recommend budget #423- Snow and Ice Removal in the amount of $50,000.00
To recommend budget #423- Snow and Ice Removal in the amount of $50,000.00
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to recommend budget #423- Snow and Ice Removal in the amount of $50,000.00. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
Recommend budget #429- Berkley/Dightion Bridge in the amount of $1,500.00,
To recommend budget #429- Berkley/Dightion Bridge in the amount of $1,500.00,
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to recommend budget #429- Berkley/Dightion Bridge in the amount of $1,500.00, Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
Recommend #432-Street Cleaning/Stormwater in the amount of $159,529.97
To recommend #432-Street Cleaning/Stormwater in the amount of $159,529.97
From the minutes
“Selectman Hull motioned, Selectman Zografos seconded and it was VOTED to recommend #432-Street Cleaning/Stormwater in the amount of $159,529.97. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Hull, second: Zografos)
Recommend account #491-Cemetery in the amount of $24,700.00
To recommend account #491-Cemetery in the amount of $24,700.00
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to recommend account #491-Cemetery in the amount of $24,700.00. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Recommend budget #220- Fire Department in the amount of $753,048.90
To recommend budget #220- Fire Department in the amount of $753,048.90
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to recommend budget #220- Fire Department in the amount of $753,048.90. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Recommend budget #231- Ambulance Services in the amount of $789,511.73. 11
To recommend budget #231- Ambulance Services in the amount of $789,511.73. 11
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to recommend budget #231- Ambulance Services in the amount of $789,511.73. 11 Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Recommend budget #600- Sewer Enterprise in the amount of $486,258.77
To recommend budget #600- Sewer Enterprise in the amount of $486,258.77
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to recommend budget #600- Sewer Enterprise in the amount of $486,258.77. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Accept the resignation of Tom Pires with thanks and appreciation. 12
To accept the resignation of Tom Pires with thanks and appreciation. 12
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to accept the resignation of Tom Pires with thanks and appreciation. 12 Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
That the Board of Selectmen post the Board of Health vacancies as presented this evening
That the Board of Selectmen post the Board of Health vacancies as presented this evening
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED that the Board of Selectmen post the Board of Health vacancies as presented this evening. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Approve the minutes of the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of March 16, 2022
To approve the minutes of the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of March 16, 2022
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to approve the minutes of the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of March 16, 2022. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Approve Warrant #38A-22 in the amount of $96,516.40 and Warrant #38B-22 in the amount of $404,811.15 both dated March 23, 2022
To approve Warrant #38A-22 in the amount of $96,516.40 and Warrant #38B-22 in the amount of $404,811.15 both dated March 23, 2022
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #38A-22 in the amount of $96,516.40 and Warrant #38B-22 in the amount of $404,811.15 both dated March 23, 2022. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye. Selectman Hull, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
Enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(3)(7). 3
To enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(3)(7). 3
From the minutes
“Selectman Zografos motioned, Selectman Hull seconded and it was VOTED to enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(3)(7). 3. To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. a. Town of Rehoboth v. Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District b. Dighton Highway Employees Local 1701, AFSCME Council 93 2. To conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. a. Health Agent 7. To comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements. Executive Session Minutes a. Approval of the Board of Selectmen's Executive Session Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2022. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Hull, aye. Selectman Zografos, aye..” (Motion: Zografos, second: Hull)
From the Dighton Board of Selectmen’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. Nearly every vote is a roll call with each Selectman named; we check every roll call against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Member photos: Mark Pacheco and Peter Caron from the Taunton Daily Gazette; Glen Cabbage from the Town of Dighton video of the September 23, 2026 Board of Selectmen meeting (identified by the nameplate in front of each member).
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