MassVoter.com← Raynham Select BoardRaynham Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
March 15, 2022
12 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Joseph Pacheco, Patricia Riley, Richard Schiavo
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Acceptance of Minutes - March 8, 2022
Accept the Board of Selectmen's Meeting Minutes of March 8, 2022 as printed
To accept the Board of Selectmen's Meeting Minutes of March 8, 2022 as printed
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Schiavo and seconded by Riley to accept the Board of Selectmen's Meeting Minutes of March 8, 2022 as printed. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Schiavo, second: Riley)
Animal Control Officer Interview - Colleen Morse
Appoint Colleen Morse to the position of full-time Animal Control Officer based on her interview, recommendations from the Search Committee and Town Administrator, and letters of recognition, and contingent upon contract
To appoint Colleen Morse to the position of full-time Animal Control Officer based on her interview, recommendations from the Search Committee and Town Administrator, and letters of recognition, and contingent upon contract negotiations
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Riley and seconded by Schiavo to appoint Colleen Morse to the position of full-time Animal Control Officer based on her interview, recommendations from the Search Committee and Town Administrator, and letters of recognition, and contingent upon contract negotiations. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Riley, second: Schiavo)
Approval for Posting for Town Administrator
Approve the job description, posting, and profile for the Town Administrator's position as presented
To approve the job description, posting, and profile for the Town Administrator's position as presented
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Schiavo and seconded by Riley to approve the job description, posting, and profile for the Town Administrator's position as presented. Discussion: Ms. Riley was pleased with the language used in the posting, especially the emphasis on collaboration when working with the Board and other Departments and Committees as mentioned in the job description. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Schiavo, second: Riley)
Community Autism Resources - 5K Walk and Family Fun Day
Approve the request for the Annual Walk/5K for Autism and Family Fun Day hosted by Community Autism Resources on April 30, 2022, 12:00pm-7:00pm on the American Legion grounds with the walk taking place between 1:00pm-3:0
To approve the request for the Annual Walk/5K for Autism and Family Fun Day hosted by Community Autism Resources on April 30, 2022, 12:00pm-7:00pm on the American Legion grounds with the walk taking place between 1:00pm-3:00pm, contingent upon the approval of the Raynham Police and Fire Departments
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Riley and seconded by Schiavo to approve the request for the Annual Walk/5K for Autism and Family Fun Day hosted by Community Autism Resources on April 30, 2022, 12:00pm-7:00pm on the American Legion grounds with the walk taking place between 1:00pm-3:00pm, contingent upon the approval of the Raynham Police and Fire Departments. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Riley, second: Schiavo)
Ms. Riley
Direct the Finance Director to look at the use of ARPA funds for larger repair projects needed
To direct the Finance Director to look at the use of ARPA funds for larger repair projects needed
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Riley and seconded by Schiavo to direct the Finance Director to look at the use of ARPA funds for larger repair projects needed. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Riley, second: Schiavo)
Mr. Pacheco
Install an alarm at the North School that would alert the Police or Fire Department when temperatures drop below a certain threshold
To install an alarm at the North School that would alert the Police or Fire Department when temperatures drop below a certain threshold
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Schiavo and seconded by Riley to install an alarm at the North School that would alert the Police or Fire Department when temperatures drop below a certain threshold. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Schiavo, second: Riley)
Letter of Resignation - Kathryn Hanford, Council on Aging Associate Member
Accept with great regret the resignation from Kathryn Hanford, Council on Aging Associate Member, effective March 7, 2022
To accept with great regret the resignation from Kathryn Hanford, Council on Aging Associate Member, effective March 7, 2022
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Schiavo and seconded by Riley to accept with great regret the resignation from Kathryn Hanford, Council on Aging Associate Member, effective March 7, 2022. Discussion: The Board suggested informing Ms. Hanford when a vacancy exists on the Council for a voting member. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Schiavo, second: Riley)
Colonial Road Runners - 10^(th) Annual Frosty Half-Marathon
Approve the request from the Colonial Road Runners to hold their 10th Annual Frosty Half Marathon on Sunday, December 4, 2022, beginning at 8:30 a.m
To approve the request from the Colonial Road Runners to hold their 10^(th) Annual Frosty Half Marathon on Sunday, December 4, 2022, beginning at 8:30 a.m
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Schiavo and seconded by Riley to approve the request from the Colonial Road Runners to hold their 10^(th) Annual Frosty Half Marathon on Sunday, December 4, 2022, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Schiavo, second: Riley)
Performance of Administrative Duties
Approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated March 15, 2022
To approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated March 15, 2022
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Schiavo and seconded by Riley to approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated March 15, 2022. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Schiavo, second: Riley)
Approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated March 15, 2022
To approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated March 15, 2022
Yes: Riley, SchiavoAbstained: Pacheco
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Schiavo and seconded by Riley to approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated March 15, 2022. Discussion: None. On a Roll Call Vote: Ms. Riley - Aye; Mr. Schiavo - Aye; Mr. Pacheco - Abstain. Vote: 2-0-1.” (Motion: Schiavo, second: Riley)
Reconvene in Executive Session in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargai
To reconvene in Executive Session in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, specifically regarding the ACO Contract
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Schiavo and seconded by Riley to reconvene in Executive Session in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30A, Section 21(a) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, specifically regarding the ACO Contract. On a Roll Call Vote at 7:20 p.m.: Ms. Riley - Aye; Mr. Schiavo - Aye; Mr. Pacheco - Aye. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Schiavo, second: Riley)
Adjournment
Adjourn the Board of Selectmen's Meeting of March 15, 2022
To adjourn the Board of Selectmen's Meeting of March 15, 2022
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Schiavo and seconded by Riley to adjourn the Board of Selectmen's Meeting of March 15, 2022. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Schiavo, second: Riley)
From the Raynham Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town website. We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Joseph Pacheco from his 2024 state Senate campaign photo, published by The New Bedford Light; Matthew Andrade from the Taunton Daily Gazette (April 2026 candidate photos). Other members show initials.
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