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August 21, 2024
22 recorded votes, 3 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 Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(3)(6) 3
To enter into Executive Session Under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(3)(6) 3
From the minutes
“Selectman Mello motioned, Selectman Pacheco seconded and it waS VOTED to enter into Executive Session Under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(3)(6) 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. -911 Dispatchers Memorandum of Understanding 6. To consider the purchase, exchange, lease of value of real estate, if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect an the negotiating position of the public body. -Zeneca Land Donation Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mello, second: Mark Pacheco)
Table the appointment until Board of Health Chair Barbara Catabia gets to the meeting. 6:05 p.m
To table the appointment until Board of Health Chair Barbara Catabia gets to the meeting. 6:05 p.m
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Mello motioned, Selectman Pacheco seconded and it was VOTED to table the appointment until Board of Health Chair Barbara Catabia gets to the meeting. 6:05 p.m. Town Clerk- Shara Costa Selectman Pacheco said we failed on the part of making the deadline. He outlined the new procedure that should be followed. Selectman Pacheco asked about Police Officers Town Clerk Shara Costs said she requesting two police officers. 6:10 p.m. Bernard Lynch, Community Paradigm - Update on the Town Administrator Search Mr. Lynch wanted the opportunity to update the Board of Selectmen on where we are with the search for a new Town Administrator. Mr. Lynch said that on Junee 5, 2024, he got right to work meeting with the board and had telephone conversations which helped them develop the position profile. He said we see that as an important process to identify the needs of the town and required skills. Mr. Lynch said they posted the position and are in the active recruitment process. Mr. Lynch said the deadline for applicants was July 26, 2024. Mr. Lynch said they had twelve good quality applicants. He said the candidates all have municipal experience and Community Paradigm is familiar with all of the candidates and their work. Mr. Lynch said we expect a finalist report to be issued next week. Selectman Pacheco asked about a meet and greet. Mr. Lynch asked for consideration of the board in doing the meet and greet at the same time as the interviews. Chairman Caron said they will get back to Mr. Lynch on the date. Mr. Lynch also asked the board to choose a written assignment topic. Selectman Pacheco suggested the question regarding collaboration and Selectman Mello agreed with that being her priority as well. Mr. Lynch said he would send along the candidate report when complete. 6:30 p.m. - Mark Procknik - Library Director Mr. Procknik gave a PowerPoint presentation with slides showcasing the renovations to the new Dighton Public Library location at 207 Main Street. Ken Pacheco thanked Mark Procknik for all his hard work and the committee members. 2 Mr. Ron O'Connor, Library Trustee, thanked Mr. Procknik, the building committee members, Jim Aguiar, Town Administrator and the students at B-P for all of their work. Plan B has started the work last week and will be there throughout the winter. Selectman Pacheco thanked Mr. Procknik for the presentation and for all his hard work. Hiring of Part Time Tech Services Librarian Mr. Procknik said he has a staff member going out on leave. He proposed to the trustees for a part time person to fill in. He said it would not put any stress on the budget and the trustees recommend it..” (Motion: Mello, second: Mark Pacheco)
Accept the letter dated August 15 and approve the request to hire a part-time clerical staff member for the library
To accept the letter dated August 15 and approve the request to hire a part-time clerical staff member for the library
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to accept the letter dated August 15 and approve the request to hire a part-time clerical staff member for the library. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Take the Board of Health Agenda Items out of order
To take the Board of Health Agenda Items out of order
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to take the Board of Health Agenda Items out of order. Rolf Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye. Board of Health Appointment Appointment of Vincent Hebert as Board of Health Member Selectman. Mello motioned, Selectman Pacheco seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Vincent Hebert. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve job description for the Town Nurse with one requested change
To approve job description for the Town Nurse with one requested change
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Mello motioned, Selectman Pacheco seconded and it was VOTED to approve job description for the Town Nurse with one requested change. Proposed Job Description and Posting Revisions - Health Agent Selectman Pacheco said the town voted to make it a department head position. He thought $29.00/hour was a good starting salary. There was discussion about the hours of the Health Agent and the job description. Board of Health Chair, Barbara Catabia recommended 28 hours. Chairman Caron said he agreed that if 28 hours would not stretch the budget, he approved of it. Selectman Mello suggested adding grants back in to the job description..” (Motion: Mello, second: Mark Pacheco)
Accept the job description at 28 hours, per week
To accept the job description at 28 hours, per week
Yes: Caron, MelloNo: Mark Pacheco
From the minutes
“Selectman Mello motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to accept the job description at 28 hours, per week. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, no..” (Motion: Mello, second: Caron)
Accept the donation to the Parks and recreation
To accept the donation to the Parks and recreation
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to accept the donation to the Parks and recreation. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Sign the Warrant for the 2024 State Primary and approve two police officers
To sign the Warrant for the 2024 State Primary and approve two police officers
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to sign the Warrant for the 2024 State Primary and approve two police officers Roll Call Vote: _ Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve Special Town Meeting Schedule as presented
To approve Special Town Meeting Schedule as presented
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve Special Town Meeting Schedule as presented. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Ratify the MOU for the 911 Dispatchers
To ratify the MOU for the 911 Dispatchers
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to ratify the MOU for the 911 Dispatchers. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, 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 Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Appoint James Aguiar to the Stormwater Committee
To appoint James Aguiar to the Stormwater Committee
From the minutes
“Selectman Mello motioned, Selectman Pacheo seconded and it was VOTED to appoint James Aguiar to the Stormwater Committee. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mello)
Appoint Able Mariano as a Voting Member of the Conservation Commission. 6
To appoint Able Mariano as a Voting Member of the Conservation Commission. 6
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Able Mariano as a Voting Member of the Conservation Commission. 6 Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Accept the letter from Chief Maguy and place on file
To accept the letter from Chief Maguy and place on file
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to accept the letter from Chief Maguy and place on file. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve Warrant #5A-25 in the amount of $122,726.02 and Warrant #5B-25 in the amount of $510,903.91, both dated August 1, 2024
To approve Warrant #5A-25 in the amount of $122,726.02 and Warrant #5B-25 in the amount of $510,903.91, both dated August 1, 2024
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #5A-25 in the amount of $122,726.02 and Warrant #5B-25 in the amount of $510,903.91, both dated August 1, 2024. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve Warrant #6A-25 in the amount of $113,707.55, Warrant #6B-25 in the amount of $331,222.03, Warrant 6C-25 in the amount of $8,595.55 and Warrant 6D-25 in the amount of $1,668,897.38
To approve Warrant #6A-25 in the amount of $113,707.55, Warrant #6B-25 in the amount of $331,222.03, Warrant 6C-25 in the amount of $8,595.55 and Warrant 6D-25 in the amount of $1,668,897.38
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #6A-25 in the amount of $113,707.55, Warrant #6B-25 in the amount of $331,222.03, Warrant 6C-25 in the amount of $8,595.55 and Warrant 6D-25 in the amount of $1,668,897.38. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve Warrant #7A-25 in the amount of $114,545.02 and Warrant #7B-25 in the amount of $814,213.04, both dated August 15, 2024. 7
To approve Warrant #7A-25 in the amount of $114,545.02 and Warrant #7B-25 in the amount of $814,213.04, both dated August 15, 2024. 7
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #7A-25 in the amount of $114,545.02 and Warrant #7B-25 in the amount of $814,213.04, both dated August 15, 2024. 7 Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve Warrant #8A-25 in the amount of $116,355.48 and Warrant #8B-25 in the amount of $156,800.63, both dated August 22, 2024,
To approve Warrant #8A-25 in the amount of $116,355.48 and Warrant #8B-25 in the amount of $156,800.63, both dated August 22, 2024,
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #8A-25 in the amount of $116,355.48 and Warrant #8B-25 in the amount of $156,800.63, both dated August 22, 2024, Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Not to have a meeting on the 28",
Not to have a meeting on the 28",
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED not to have a meeting on the 28", Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve the meeting minutes of July 10, 2024
To approve the meeting minutes of July 10, 2024
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve the meeting minutes of July 10, 2024. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Approve the meeting minutes of July 24, 2024
To approve the meeting minutes of July 24, 2024
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to approve the meeting minutes of July 24, 2024. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
Adjourn at 8:44 p.m
To adjourn at 8:44 p.m
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Selectman Mello seconded and it was VOTED to adjourn at 8:44 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Mello, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Mello)
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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