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July 8, 2026
11 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Peter D. Caron, Mark Pacheco
Absent: Glen Cabbage
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(2)(7) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct col
To enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(2)(7) 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
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned, Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED to enter into Executive Session under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(2)(7) 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- Building Commissioner To comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements. Approval of the Board of Selectmen's Executive Session meeting minutes of May 13, 2026. Roli Cali Vote: Selectman Caron, aye. Chairman Pacheco, aye. Return to Open Session Present: Chairman Pacheco, Selectmen Caron, Town Administrator Ralph Vitacco, Executive Assistant Karin Brady, Highway Superintendent Tom Ferry (Glenn Cabbage - Absent) Also Present: Taylor Perez, SRPEDD (Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development), Nancy Goular, 631 Gray Terrace Via Zoom: Jeff Carvalho, Planning Board Chairman 1 Recommendation to Appoint Jeff Mello as Building Commissioner.” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
Appoint Jeffrey Mello as Building CoMmissioner
To appoint Jeffrey Mello as Building CoMmissioner
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned, Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED to appoint Jeffrey Mello as Building CoMmissioner. Roli Cali Vote: Selectman Caron, aye. Chairman Pacheco, aye. Library Page Position There were No questions from the Board.” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
Approve the posting of the Library Page position for the Dighton Public Library
To approve the posting of the Library Page position for the Dighton Public Library
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned, Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED to approve the posting of the Library Page position for the Dighton Public Library. Roli Call Vote: Selectman Caron, aye. Chairman Pacheco, aye. Taylor Perez (South Eastern Regional Planning and Economic Development)- Housing Production Plan Ms. Perez went over the process for the creation of the Housing PraductioN Plan and she stated that SRPEDD was looking for direction from the board. Mr. Vitacco said he had looked over the plan, and the Planning Board had also provided comments. Chairman Pacheco was interested in the highlights of the plan. Ms. Perez explained the plan had two goals and four strategies. There was discussion about next steps, the Need for a plan and how to increase public participation. Ms. Perez also Outlined the local adoption process. Planning Board Chairman Jeff Carvalho gave input via Zoom. He felt that the town needed to do a better job of educating the public. He explained that the public see the 10% as a Negative thing. Selectman Caron said he knew that the Town needed a plan, and was comfortable Moving forward. Chairman Pacheco was comfortable with incorporating Mr. Carvahlo's edits and moving forward as well. Chairman Pacheco thanked the SRPEDD representatives for their work with creating the Housing Production Plan. Tom Ferry- Highway Superintendent Mr. Ferry said that due to the resignation of Mr. Pimentel, he was asking the board for permission to post the Highway Department Operator Class position. Chairman Pacheco said he was devastated by the loss of Mr. Pimentel, and he supported posting of the Operator Class position..” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
Accept the resignation of Jeffrey Pimentel. 2
To accept the resignation of Jeffrey Pimentel. 2
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned and Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED to accept the resignation of Jeffrey Pimentel. 2 Roll Call Vote: Selectman Caron, aye. Chairman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
Approve the posting of the Highway Operator Class position
To approve the posting of the Highway Operator Class position
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned and Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED to approve the posting of the Highway Operator Class position. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Caron, aye. Chairman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
Ratify the Building Commissioner's Contract for Jeffrey Mello
To ratify the Building Commissioner's Contract for Jeffrey Mello
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned, Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED to ratify the Building Commissioner's Contract for Jeffrey Mello. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Caron, aye. Chairman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
Table the appointment of Jason Lawrence as a voting member of the Conservation Commission
To table the appointment of Jason Lawrence as a voting member of the Conservation Commission
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned, Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED to table the appointment of Jason Lawrence as a voting member of the Conservation Commission. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Caron, aye. Chairman Pacheco, aye.” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
Adopt the Home Rule Petition impact fees. 3
Adopt the Home Rule Petition impact fees. 3
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned, Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED adopt the Home Rule Petition impact fees. 3 Roll Call Vote: Selectman Caron, aye. Chairman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
Approve Warrant #53A-26 in the amount of $129,216.82, Warrant #53B-26 $181,130.03 and Warrant #53C-26 in the amount of $137.13, Warrant 1B-27 in the amount of $1,261,064.33, all dated June 30, 2026
To approve Warrant #53A-26 in the amount of $129,216.82, Warrant #53B-26 $181,130.03 and Warrant #53C-26 in the amount of $137.13, Warrant 1B-27 in the amount of $1,261,064.33, all dated June 30, 2026
The minutes say the motion was voted but do not list a roll call for it.
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned, Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED to approve Warrant #53A-26 in the amount of $129,216.82, Warrant #53B-26 $181,130.03 and Warrant #53C-26 in the amount of $137.13, Warrant 1B-27 in the amount of $1,261,064.33, all dated June 30, 2026..” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
54A-26 in the amount of $101,252.30
54A-26 in the amount of $101,252.30
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned, Chairman Pacheco stepped down to second and it was VOTED 54A-26 in the amount of $101,252.30. Warrant #54B-26 in the amount of $72,348.85, Warrant #54C-26 in the amount of $129,855.96, Warrant #2A-27 $85,488.92, Warrant #2B-27 $68,215.44 and Warrant #2C-27 in the amount of $191,383.57 all dated July 9, 2026. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Caron, aye. Chairman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Caron, second: Mark Pacheco)
Adjourn at 7:04 p.m
To adjourn at 7:04 p.m
From the minutes
“Selectman Caron motioned, Chairman Pacheco seconded and it was VOTED to adjourn at 7:04 p.m. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Caron, aye. Chairman Pacheco, aye..” (Motion: Caron, 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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