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July 27, 2022
38 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Leonard E. Hull, Jr., Kenneth J. Pacheco, Peter D. Caron
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the Installation of 4 new JO poles on North Street
To approve the Installation of 4 new JO poles on North Street
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the Installation of 4 new JO poles on North Street. Chestnut Street Nilu said it is part of the same project going along Chestnut Street..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the installation of 9 new JO poles and relocating 1 JO pole on Chestnut Street according to the plan provided
To approve the installation of 9 new JO poles and relocating 1 JO pole on Chestnut Street according to the plan provided
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the installation of 9 new JO poles and relocating 1 JO pole on Chestnut Street according to the plan provided. Roll Call Vote: : Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Mr. Auerbach-North Country Auction Mir. Auerbach stated he was here on behalf of the tap beer truck for North Country Auction. The Board of Selectmen had no.” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the request for a one-day liquor license with the stipulation that the TIPS Certification for Chris Reigel be updated
To approve the request for a one-day liquor license with the stipulation that the TIPS Certification for Chris Reigel be updated
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the request for a one-day liquor license with the stipulation that the TIPS Certification for Chris Reigel be updated. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
That the Board of Selectmen approve the document and sign. 2
That the Board of Selectmen approve the document and sign. 2
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED that the Board of Selectmen approve the document and sign. 2 . Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the occupancy agreement for 207 Main Street, for Our Father's Family Church as presented tonight
To approve the occupancy agreement for 207 Main Street, for Our Father's Family Church as presented tonight
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the occupancy agreement for 207 Main Street, for Our Father's Family Church as presented tonight. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
That selectman Pacheco attend the closing to sign the documents, settlement statement and any other necessary documents for the closing. ;
That selectman Pacheco attend the closing to sign the documents, settlement statement and any other necessary documents for the closing. ;
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED that selectman Pacheco attend the closing to sign the documents, settlement statement and any other necessary documents for the closing. ; Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the Warrant for the Primary on September 6 at the Dighton Elementary School. ~
To approve the Warrant for the Primary on September 6 at the Dighton Elementary School. ~
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the Warrant for the Primary on September 6 at the Dighton Elementary School. ~ Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
That the BOS approve the times and dates as presented this evening. 3
That the BOS approve the times and dates as presented this evening. 3
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED that the BOS approve the times and dates as presented this evening. 3 . Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
That the Board of Selectmen approve the hiring of two officers for the Primary on September 6 and the General Election : on November 8
That the Board of Selectmen approve the hiring of two officers for the Primary on September 6 and the General Election : on November 8
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED that the Board of Selectmen approve the hiring of two officers for the Primary on September 6 and the General Election : on November 8. Roll Call Vote: ; Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
That the Board of Selectmen approve an on-duty police officer to transport the ballots in the morning prior to the opening of early voting and at the end of each day. , 4
That the Board of Selectmen approve an on-duty police officer to transport the ballots in the morning prior to the opening of early voting and at the end of each day. , 4
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED that the Board of Selectmen approve an on-duty police officer to transport the ballots in the morning prior to the opening of early voting and at the end of each day. , 4 Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the resolution as read this evening
To approve the resolution as read this evening
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the resolution as read this evening. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve cable to film the event if available
To approve cable to film the event if available
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve cable to film the event if available. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Shawn Cronin to : the position of Police Chief in the Town of Dighton contingent upon negotiation of a contract and the retirement of Police Chief Robert MacDonald
To appoint Shawn Cronin to : the position of Police Chief in the Town of Dighton contingent upon negotiation of a contract and the retirement of Police Chief Robert MacDonald
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Shawn Cronin to : the position of Police Chief in the Town of Dighton contingent upon negotiation of a contract and the retirement of Police Chief Robert MacDonald. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. , Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
That the Board of Selectmen approve the contract with Horsley and Witten and Town Administrator Mullen be authorized to sign the contract
That the Board of Selectmen approve the contract with Horsley and Witten and Town Administrator Mullen be authorized to sign the contract
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED that the Board of Selectmen approve the contract with Horsley and Witten and Town Administrator Mullen be authorized to sign the contract. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Sirena C. Amaral as the town accountant pending contract negotiations
To appoint Sirena C. Amaral as the town accountant pending contract negotiations
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Sirena C. Amaral as the town accountant pending contract negotiations. Roll Call Vote: : Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint John Kuzmiski as an interim Town Accountant as needed
To appoint John Kuzmiski as an interim Town Accountant as needed
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint John Kuzmiski as an interim Town Accountant as needed. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Authorize Lt
To authorize Lt
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to authorize Lt. Cronin and Town Administrator Mullen to proceed with negotiations on a MOU with the Dighton School Committee and the Dighton-Rehoboth School administration. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the letter as presented and amended and that it be sent to John Mitchell, Chairman-Building Committee. 9 Rol! Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye
To approve the letter as presented and amended and that it be sent to John Mitchell, Chairman-Building Committee. 9 Rol! Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the letter as presented and amended and that it be sent to John Mitchell, Chairman-Building Committee. 9 Rol! Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
That the Board of Selectmen appoint Col
That the Board of Selectmen appoint Col
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED that the Board of Selectmen appoint Col. Robert Perry to the Solid Waste Committee. Rol! Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Robert Woods as the Planning Board liaison and Mr
To appoint Robert Woods as the Planning Board liaison and Mr
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Robert Woods as the Planning Board liaison and Mr. Joseph Figueirido as the alternate representative for the Planning Board. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Charles Mello to represent the Conservation Commission at the Stormwater meetings
To appoint Charles Mello to represent the Conservation Commission at the Stormwater meetings
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Charles Mello to represent the Conservation Commission at the Stormwater meetings. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Elizabeth Moreira as the Clerk to the Community Preservation Committee
To appoint Elizabeth Moreira as the Clerk to the Community Preservation Committee
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Elizabeth Moreira as the Clerk to the Community Preservation Committee. Roll Call Vote: : Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Andrew Lapointe as a Communication Dispatcher Part-time through June 30, 2024. 10
To appoint Andrew Lapointe as a Communication Dispatcher Part-time through June 30, 2024. 10
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Andrew Lapointe as a Communication Dispatcher Part-time through June 30, 2024. 10 Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the Cable Commission position as a Special Municipal Employee
To approve the Cable Commission position as a Special Municipal Employee
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the Cable Commission position as a Special Municipal Employee. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the facilities _ request to use the gazebo on August 13, 2022 12-3:00 p.m
To approve the facilities _ request to use the gazebo on August 13, 2022 12-3:00 p.m
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the facilities _ request to use the gazebo on August 13, 2022 12-3:00 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Award the contract for - Paper Supplies to WB Mason for a one-year period from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023
To award the contract for - Paper Supplies to WB Mason for a one-year period from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to award the contract for - Paper Supplies to WB Mason for a one-year period from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Accept the proposed meeting dates and schedule for Fall Town Meeting
To accept the proposed meeting dates and schedule for Fall Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to accept the proposed meeting dates and schedule for Fall Town Meeting. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Accept the resignation of Jonathan Lawrence from the Historical Commission with thanks and appreciation
To accept the resignation of Jonathan Lawrence from the Historical Commission with thanks and appreciation
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to accept the resignation of Jonathan Lawrence from the Historical Commission with thanks and appreciation. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Accept the resignation of Pamela J. Nickerson with sincere thanks and appreciations
To accept the resignation of Pamela J. Nickerson with sincere thanks and appreciations
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to accept the resignation of Pamela J. Nickerson with sincere thanks and appreciations. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Accept the resignation of Kristen Kearns from the Dighton Cultural Council with thanks and appreciation
To accept the resignation of Kristen Kearns from the Dighton Cultural Council with thanks and appreciation
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to accept the resignation of Kristen Kearns from the Dighton Cultural Council with thanks and appreciation. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Accept the donation in the amount of $30.00 to Prime Time
To accept the donation in the amount of $30.00 to Prime Time
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to accept the donation in the amount of $30.00 to Prime Time. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the minutes of the regular Board of Selectmen's meeting of June 22, 2022
To approve the minutes of the regular Board of Selectmen's meeting of June 22, 2022
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the minutes of the regular Board of Selectmen's meeting of June 22, 2022. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the minutes of ‘the regular Board of Selectmen's meeting of June 29, 2022
To approve the minutes of ‘the regular Board of Selectmen's meeting of June 29, 2022
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the minutes of ‘the regular Board of Selectmen's meeting of June 29, 2022. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Table the Board of Selectmen's special meeting minutes of July 9, 2022
To table the Board of Selectmen's special meeting minutes of July 9, 2022
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to table the Board of Selectmen's special meeting minutes of July 9, 2022. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the meeting minutes of the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of July 13, 2022
To approve the meeting minutes of the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of July 13, 2022
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the meeting minutes of the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of July 13, 2022. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve Warrant #3A-23 in the amount of $107,625.66, Warrant #3B-23 in the amount of $256,593.00 and Warrant #3C-23 in the amount of $790,000.00, all dated July 20, 2022
To approve Warrant #3A-23 in the amount of $107,625.66, Warrant #3B-23 in the amount of $256,593.00 and Warrant #3C-23 in the amount of $790,000.00, all dated July 20, 2022
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #3A-23 in the amount of $107,625.66, Warrant #3B-23 in the amount of $256,593.00 and Warrant #3C-23 in the amount of $790,000.00, all dated July 20, 2022. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve Warrant #4A-23 in the amount of $114,418.12, Warrant #4B-23 in the amount of $14,536.12 and Warrant #4C-23 in the amount of $188,699.60, all dated July 27, 2022
To approve Warrant #4A-23 in the amount of $114,418.12, Warrant #4B-23 in the amount of $14,536.12 and Warrant #4C-23 in the amount of $188,699.60, all dated July 27, 2022
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #4A-23 in the amount of $114,418.12, Warrant #4B-23 in the amount of $14,536.12 and Warrant #4C-23 in the amount of $188,699.60, all dated July 27, 2022. Public Input None. Executive Session.” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Enter into Executive session under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) 2
To enter into Executive session under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) 2
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to enter into Executive session under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a) (2) 2. To conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personne! or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. 13 Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
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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