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March 22, 2023
17 recorded votes, 3 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
Enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2) 2. to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct colle
To enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2) 2. to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. a
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 sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. a. ADA Coordinator Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
For the town of Dighton to enter into an agreement with the Law firm of Gay and Gay for a period of three years
For the town of Dighton to enter into an agreement with the Law firm of Gay and Gay for a period of three years
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED for the town of Dighton to enter into an agreement with the Law firm of Gay and Gay for a period of three years. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Take agenda item 12E. out of order the Appointment of Allisha Wilson out of order. 3
To take agenda item 12E. out of order the Appointment of Allisha Wilson out of order. 3
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to take agenda item 12E. out of order the Appointment of Allisha Wilson out of order. 3 Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Attorney Allisha Wilson as an At-Large Member of the Community Preservation Committee
To appoint Attorney Allisha Wilson as an At-Large Member of the Community Preservation Committee
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Attorney Allisha Wilson as an At-Large Member of the Community Preservation Committee. Roll Call Vote: / Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
That the board approve the request of Father's House Family Church for use on Sunday through July 31 and waive the associated fee
That the board approve the request of Father's House Family Church for use on Sunday through July 31 and waive the associated fee
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED that the board approve the request of Father's House Family Church for use on Sunday through July 31 and waive the associated fee. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Allow the Lions Club to use the Highway Department parking lot on May 6 for the yard sale. 5
To allow the Lions Club to use the Highway Department parking lot on May 6 for the yard sale. 5
Yes: Caron, HullAbstained: Kenneth J. Pacheco
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned, Selectman Pacheco seconded and it was VOTED to allow the Lions Club to use the Highway Department parking lot on May 6 for the yard sale. 5 Roll Call Vote: : Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco abstained. (member of Lions).” (Motion: Caron, second: Kenneth J. Pacheco)
Appoint Diane Heath as ' Special Agent for Tobacco Enforcement
To appoint Diane Heath as ' Special Agent for Tobacco Enforcement
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Diane Heath as ' Special Agent for Tobacco Enforcement. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Banhnha Solomon as Special Agent for Tobacco Enforcement
To appoint Banhnha Solomon as Special Agent for Tobacco Enforcement
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Banhnha Solomon as Special Agent for Tobacco Enforcement. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Brand Cedrone as an at large member of the Community Preservation Committee
To appoint Brand Cedrone as an at large member of the Community Preservation Committee
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Brand Cedrone as an at large member of the Community Preservation Committee. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the Common Victualler's License for Jesse's Diner, 2035 Winthrop Street Dighton, MA
To approve the Common Victualler's License for Jesse's Diner, 2035 Winthrop Street Dighton, MA
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the Common Victualler's License for Jesse's Diner, 2035 Winthrop Street Dighton, MA. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve Warrant #37A- 23 in the amount of $109,247.36 and Warrant #37B-23 in the amount of $210,357.49 both dated March 16, 2023
To approve Warrant #37A- 23 in the amount of $109,247.36 and Warrant #37B-23 in the amount of $210,357.49 both dated March 16, 2023
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #37A- 23 in the amount of $109,247.36 and Warrant #37B-23 in the amount of $210,357.49 both dated March 16, 2023. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve Warrant #38A- 23 in the amount of $112,291.23, Warrant #38B-23 in the amount of $231,485.90 and Warrant #38C-23 in the amount of $75.45 dated March 23, 2023
To approve Warrant #38A- 23 in the amount of $112,291.23, Warrant #38B-23 in the amount of $231,485.90 and Warrant #38C-23 in the amount of $75.45 dated March 23, 2023
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #38A- 23 in the amount of $112,291.23, Warrant #38B-23 in the amount of $231,485.90 and Warrant #38C-23 in the amount of $75.45 dated March 23, 2023. Roll Call Vote: : Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Accept the resignation of William Pruitt from the Historical Commission and the Dighton Community Preservation Committee with thanks
To accept the resignation of William Pruitt from the Historical Commission and the Dighton Community Preservation Committee with thanks
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 accept the resignation of William Pruitt from the Historical Commission and the Dighton Community Preservation Committee with thanks. Rol! Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. 7 Minutes.” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the minutes of the Board of Selectmen/Finance Committee Special meeting of February 2, 2023
To approve the minutes of the Board of Selectmen/Finance Committee Special meeting of February 2, 2023
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the minutes of the Board of Selectmen/Finance Committee Special meeting of February 2, 2023. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the minutes of the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting minutes of March 8, 2023
To approve the minutes of the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting minutes of March 8, 2023
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to approve the minutes of the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting minutes of March 8, 2023. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Hull, aye. Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2)(7) 2. to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct co
To enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2)(7) 2. to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. a
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 enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2)(7) 2. to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. a. Fire Chief 7. to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements. a. Executive Session Minutes: Board of Selectmen's Executive Session of March 8, 2023. Adjournment.” (Motion: Kenneth J. Pacheco, second: Caron)
Adjourn at 9:35 p.m
To adjourn at 9:35 p.m
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Caron seconded and it was VOTED to adjourn at 9:35 p.m. Roll Call Vote: : Chairman Hull, aye. : Selectman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, 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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