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June 12, 2024
28 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Peter D. Caron, Nicole Mello, Mark Pacheco
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collecti
To enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel. a.) Interim town administrator b.) Council on Aging Director
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel. a.) Interim town administrator b.) Council on Aging Director.” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Go into recess at 6:00 p.m
To go into recess at 6:00 p.m
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to go into recess at 6:00 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Take New Business Item G. out of order
To take New Business Item G. out of order
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to take New Business Item G. out of order. Roll Call Vote: ; Chairman Caron, aye. 1 Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Mello, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Accept the modification to the Senior and Disabled Tax Fund
To accept the modification to the Senior and Disabled Tax Fund
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to accept the modification to the Senior and Disabled Tax Fund. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Appoint Mr
To appoint Mr
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Mr. Paul Reynolds to the Elementary School Building Committee as a Financial Team Representative. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Appoint Abel Mariano as Conservation Commission Associate Member
To appoint Abel Mariano as Conservation Commission Associate Member
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Abel Mariano as Conservation Commission Associate Member. Appoint Leonard Hull as a Conservation Commission Associate Member Mr. Hull said he has been interested in being a member since childhood and the need for conservation planning is bigger than ever. He saw his involvement as a way to coordinate and complete the goal of land trust. Three present members got their start as associate members. The process to become a full member requires a hearing process from the Conservation Commission and final approval from the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Hull said he is aware of the need for better communication between the Building Commissioner, Conservation, etc. He said he has already made those connections. Mr. Hull said any way he could be of assistance to Ms. Caledonia would be helpful and he felt he could help lessen the load. Mr. Hull asked for the support of the Board of Selectmen. Chairman Caron asked if Mr. Hull was spreading himself too thin. Mr. Hull said he could pick and choose which projects he would be involved in. Selectman Pacheco said he heard two different stories as to the number of members that the commission could have. He would like accurate information.” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Appoint Mr
To appoint Mr
Yes: Caron, Mark PachecoNo: Mello
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to appoint Mr. Hull as aM Associate Member of the Conservation Commission. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. ; Selectman Mello, no.” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Accept the contract for James Purcell as Interim Town Administrator with an effective date of June 17, 2024 and to be closed on October 31, 2024
To accept the contract for James Purcell as Interim Town Administrator with an effective date of June 17, 2024 and to be closed on October 31, 2024
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to accept the contract for James Purcell as Interim Town Administrator with an effective date of June 17, 2024 and to be closed on October 31, 2024. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Appoint Mark Pacheco to the School Building Committee
To appoint Mark Pacheco to the School Building Committee
From the minutes
“Selectman Mello motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to appoint Mark Pacheco to the School Building Committee. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mello, second: Caron)
Appoint the entire committee
To appoint the entire committee
From the minutes
“Selectman Mello motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to appoint the entire committee. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mello, second: Caron)
Obligate $314,400.00 to the project
To obligate $314,400.00 to the project
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to obligate $314,400.00 to the project. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Accept the updated ARPA fund allocations as presented
To accept the updated ARPA fund allocations as presented
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to accept the updated ARPA fund allocations as presented. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Mr. Mullen said that we have 3.84 that is unobligated right now. we have tried to manage as much of the procurement and financial management that we can. He said we just came back with a squeaky clean audit with no.” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Set the Special Town Meeting as Thursday, June 27, 2024
To set the Special Town Meeting as Thursday, June 27, 2024
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to set the Special Town Meeting as Thursday, June 27, 2024. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Mello, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Open the Special Town Meeting Warrant
To open the Special Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to open the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Mello, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Include Articles 1 and 2
To include Articles 1 and 2
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to include Articles 1 and 2. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Mello, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve the Board of Selectmen's meeting schedule
To approve the Board of Selectmen's meeting schedule
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve the Board of Selectmen's meeting schedule. Roll Call Vote: 8g Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Mello, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Update the 2025 Signature Authorization form to strike Mike Mullen and add Jim Purcell
To update the 2025 Signature Authorization form to strike Mike Mullen and add Jim Purcell
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to update the 2025 Signature Authorization form to strike Mike Mullen and add Jim Purcell. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Mello, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve the DPW supplies and Paper SERSG Contract award as presented
To approve the DPW supplies and Paper SERSG Contract award as presented
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve the DPW supplies and Paper SERSG Contract award as presented. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Mello, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve the contract for Bela Powell
To approve the contract for Bela Powell
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve the contract for Bela Powell. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Mello, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve
To approve
From the minutes
“Selectman Mello motioned, Selectman Pacheco seconded and it was VOTED to approve. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Mello, aye..” (Motion: Mello, second: Mark Pacheco)
Approve Fire Chief Chris Maguys request to rollover 80 hours of vacation time
To approve Fire Chief Chris Maguys request to rollover 80 hours of vacation time
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve Fire Chief Chris Maguys request to rollover 80 hours of vacation time. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Selectman Mello, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve the year end transfers as presented
To approve the year end transfers as presented
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve the year end transfers as presented Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Accept the resignation letter from Paul Pacheco with thanks and appreciation
To accept the resignation letter from Paul Pacheco with thanks and appreciation
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to accept the resignation letter from Paul Pacheco with thanks and appreciation Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve Warrant #49A- 24 in the amount of $144,135.79 and Warrant #49B-24 in the amount of $213, 119.76, both dated May 30, 2024
To approve Warrant #49A- 24 in the amount of $144,135.79 and Warrant #49B-24 in the amount of $213, 119.76, both dated May 30, 2024
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #49A- 24 in the amount of $144,135.79 and Warrant #49B-24 in the amount of $213, 119.76, both dated May 30, 2024. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve Warrant #50A- 24 in the amount of $122,924.50 and 50B-24 in the amount of $396,648.76 both dated June 6, 2024
To approve Warrant #50A- 24 in the amount of $122,924.50 and 50B-24 in the amount of $396,648.76 both dated June 6, 2024
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #50A- 24 in the amount of $122,924.50 and 50B-24 in the amount of $396,648.76 both dated June 6, 2024. Roll Call Vote: 11 Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve Warrant #51A- 24 in the amount of $121,599.52 and Warrant #51B-24 in the amount of $122,543.21, both dated June 13, 2024
To approve Warrant #51A- 24 in the amount of $121,599.52 and Warrant #51B-24 in the amount of $122,543.21, both dated June 13, 2024
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #51A- 24 in the amount of $121,599.52 and Warrant #51B-24 in the amount of $122,543.21, both dated June 13, 2024. Roli Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Public Input Leonard Hull, 760 Main Street, Dighton, said he was not here to make a legal defense for what was included in the flyer. He said there was No malice intent. Mr. Hull said there was some misinformation communicated to me in preparation of the flyer and Ke apologized to the board. Leonard Hull said he would like to thank Mr. Mullen and wish him well in his future endeavors. Nancy Goulart, 631 Gray Terrace, said she had difficulty following what was going on. She said the last Town Meeting that was easy to follow, was one that Moderator Bill McKeon did. She said the procedure was, that he would list a block of departments and if there were no questions, the block could be approved. Mrs. Goulart said she could not follow. She said that is an Annual Town Meeting procedure to consider. She also mentioned that she was asked why she read the article in full for the PILOT agreement. She said all the information was not contained in the motion, so she chose to read the entire article. She presented Mr. Mullen with a supply of red pens. Selectman Pacheco asked Mrs. Goulart if she would be willing to train Town Assessor Stephanie Schecter on PILOT Agreements. Mrs. Goulart said she is in the process. Mr. Rosa, Lincoln Avenue said roads are built to spec and driven by the weight of the vehicles. He said you might want to ask what are the cost drivers. David Marvill, said it has been a pleasure to work with Mr. Mullen. He wished we had more time. He also appreciated his time with the Lions Club. Minutes.” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve the minutes of May 8, 2024
To approve the minutes of May 8, 2024
From the minutes
“Selectman Mello motioned, Selectman Pacheco seconded and it was VOTED to approve the minutes of May 8, 2024. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mello, second: Mark Pacheco)
Enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(3) To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detri
To enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(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
From the minutes
“Selectman Mello motioned, Selectman Pacheco seconded and it was VOTED to enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(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. Dighton Firefighters Local 4332 Dighton Police Officers Local 306 Dighton Dispatchers/Communications EMployees Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mello, second: Mark Pacheco)
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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