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February 11, 2026
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Mark Pacheco, Peter D. Caron
Absent: Nicole Mello
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21a (2)(3)(7) 2
To enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21a (2)(3)(7) 2
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21a (2)(3)(7) 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. Non-Union Contract Negotiations 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. Clerical Union Impact Bargaining 7. To comply with, or act under the authority any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements. Approval of the Board of Selectmen's Executive Session meeting minutes of November 19, 2026 Approval of the Board of Selectmen's Executive Session meeting minutes of December 17, 2026 Approval of the Board of Selectmen's Executive Session meeting minutes of January 14, 2026 Roll Call Vote: Selectman Pacheco, aye. Chairman Caron, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Michael Duffy as a part time dispatcher
To appoint Michael Duffy as a part time dispatcher
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to appoint Michael Duffy as a part time dispatcher. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the Dighton Swap Shed Policy as presented
To approve the Dighton Swap Shed Policy as presented
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned to approve the Dighton Swap Shed Policy as presented, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the job description as written and post the position
To approve the job description as written and post the position
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to approve the job description as written and post the position. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the schedule as presented and to open the Town Meeting Warrant
To approve the schedule as presented and to open the Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to approve the schedule as presented and to open the Town Meeting Warrant. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Selectman Pacheco as the liaison for Clerical Union bargaining
To appoint Selectman Pacheco as the liaison for Clerical Union bargaining
From the minutes
“Chairman Caron stepped down to motion, Selectman Pacheco seconded and it was VOTED to appoint Selectman Pacheco as the liaison for Clerical Union bargaining. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
Approve the letter requesting that Legislature accept an "Act Authorizing the Town for Use of a Portion of Conservation Land for Public Way Purposes" to Senator Dooner as written
To approve the letter requesting that Legislature accept an "Act Authorizing the Town for Use of a Portion of Conservation Land for Public Way Purposes" to Senator Dooner as written
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to approve the letter requesting that Legislature accept an "Act Authorizing the Town for Use of a Portion of Conservation Land for Public Way Purposes" to Senator Dooner as written. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Acknowledge the resignation of Chris Ready from the Economic Development Committee with thanks and appreciation
To acknowledge the resignation of Chris Ready from the Economic Development Committee with thanks and appreciation
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to acknowledge the resignation of Chris Ready from the Economic Development Committee with thanks and appreciation. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Appoint Robert Geer as the liaison to the Taunton Chamber of Commerce for the Economic Development Committee
To appoint Robert Geer as the liaison to the Taunton Chamber of Commerce for the Economic Development Committee
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to appoint Robert Geer as the liaison to the Taunton Chamber of Commerce for the Economic Development Committee. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve Warrant #32A-26 in the amount $133,746.78, Warrant #32B-26 in the amount of $140,451.50 and Warrant #32C-26 in the amount of $446,748.93 all dated February 5, 2026
To approve Warrant #32A-26 in the amount $133,746.78, Warrant #32B-26 in the amount of $140,451.50 and Warrant #32C-26 in the amount of $446,748.93 all dated February 5, 2026
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #32A-26 in the amount $133,746.78, Warrant #32B-26 in the amount of $140,451.50 and Warrant #32C-26 in the amount of $446,748.93 all dated February 5, 2026. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve Warrant #33A-26 in the amount $139,098.22, Warrant #33B-26 in the amount of $184,863.95 and Warrant #33C-26 in the amount of $3,350,477.50 all dated February 12, 2026
To approve Warrant #33A-26 in the amount $139,098.22, Warrant #33B-26 in the amount of $184,863.95 and Warrant #33C-26 in the amount of $3,350,477.50 all dated February 12, 2026
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #33A-26 in the amount $139,098.22, Warrant #33B-26 in the amount of $184,863.95 and Warrant #33C-26 in the amount of $3,350,477.50 all dated February 12, 2026. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Place letter from Chief Maguy regarding the appointment of one (1) new member to the Call Personnel Ranks - Eric Ribeiro, on file
To place letter from Chief Maguy regarding the appointment of one (1) new member to the Call Personnel Ranks - Eric Ribeiro, on file
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to place letter from Chief Maguy regarding the appointment of one (1) new member to the Call Personnel Ranks - Eric Ribeiro, on file. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Approve the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of January 28, 2026
To approve the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of January 28, 2026
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to approve the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of January 28, 2026. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark Pacheco, second: Caron)
Return to Executive Session at 7:09 p.m
To return to Executive Session at 7:09 p.m
From the minutes
“Selectman Pacheco motioned, Chairman Caron stepped down to second and it was VOTED to return to Executive Session at 7:09 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Chairman Caron, aye. Selectman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Mark 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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