MassVoter.com← Raynham Select BoardRaynham Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
January 24, 2023
14 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 - January 17, 2023
Accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of January 17, 2023, as printed
To accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of January 17, 2023, as printed
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of January 17, 2023, as printed. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Appointment
Reappoint Matthew T. Pauliks, Jr., as Constable
To reappoint Matthew T. Pauliks, Jr., as Constable
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to reappoint Matthew T. Pauliks, Jr., as Constable. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Completion of Old/Continuing Business
Forward a Letter of Appreciation to Ms. Rosati for her work and assistance
To forward a Letter of Appreciation to Ms. Rosati for her work and assistance
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Riley and seconded by Pacheco to forward a Letter of Appreciation to Ms. Rosati for her work and assistance. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Riley, second: Pacheco)
Entertainment Licenses for Malis, 1550 New State Highway, Unit 3
Approve the Entertainment License for Malis, 1550 New State Highway, Unit 3
To approve the Entertainment License for Malis, 1550 New State Highway, Unit 3
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to approve the Entertainment License for Malis, 1550 New State Highway, Unit 3. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Schedule a Public Hearing for the Transfer of License Application, Lian Tian Inc. dba Asian Palace, 1470 New State Highway, Qing Juan Huang, Manager, for Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 7:00 p.m
To schedule a Public Hearing for the Transfer of License Application, Lian Tian Inc. dba Asian Palace, 1470 New State Highway, Qing Juan Huang, Manager, for Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 7:00 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to schedule a Public Hearing for the Transfer of License Application, Lian Tian Inc. dba Asian Palace, 1470 New State Highway, Qing Juan Huang, Manager, for Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Mr. Pacheco added that this is the only line item, by law, that the Town is allowed to deficit spend. The
Approve the Raynham Highway Department's request to exceed its snow budget
To approve the Raynham Highway Department's request to exceed its snow budget
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to approve the Raynham Highway Department's request to exceed its snow budget. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Mr. Barnes informed that the request is to fill new on-call positions for both the Highway and Fire
Approve on-call new hires for both the Highway (snow plow operators) and Fire
To approve on-call new hires for both the Highway (snow plow operators) and Fire
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to approve on-call new hires for both the Highway (snow plow operators) and Fire. Discussion: Mr. Pacheco noted that these positions are non-benefited. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Animal Shelter Report - Chris Hadis, State Inspector, Department of Agriculture
Refer the report from Mr. Hadis to the Animal Control/Animal Shelter Study Committee
To refer the report from Mr. Hadis to the Animal Control/Animal Shelter Study Committee
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Riley and seconded by Pacheco to refer the report from Mr. Hadis to the Animal Control/Animal Shelter Study Committee. Discussion: Mr. Pacheco said a communication from Mike Cahill, Director of Animal Control, indicated that the comment by Mr. Hadis regarding the concern on the building's security was outside the area of expertise to be handled by Mr. … how to run the shelter. Mr. Barnes informed that Mr. Hadis has provided him with many resources that he will share with the Study Committee. On the motion to refer the report from Mr. Hadis to the Animal Control/Animal Shelter Study Committee. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Riley, second: Pacheco)
Town of Lakeville - Animal Shelter Agreement
Accept the Town of Lakeville Animal Shelter Agreement and to name it the shelter of record
To accept the Town of Lakeville Animal Shelter Agreement and to name it the shelter of record
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to accept the Town of Lakeville Animal Shelter Agreement and to name it the shelter of record. Discussion: Mr. Schiavo asked if, by accepting the agreement, does that obligate the Town to use Lakeville. Mr. Pacheco informed that operationally, it is the Town's shelter on record. Mr. Schiavo said he does not agree that the Town … Lakeville can be the Town's shelter with the exception if there is a specific need to place an animal in a different location. Mr. Pacheco added to the motion the utilization of other facilities only with the prior approval of the Health Director. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Kennel License Renewal/Kennel Inspection - Diane Cotell, 485 Prospect Hill Street
Approve the Kennel License Renewal/Kennel Inspection - Diane Cotell, 485 Prospect Hill Street
To approve the Kennel License Renewal/Kennel Inspection - Diane Cotell, 485 Prospect Hill Street
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to approve the Kennel License Renewal/Kennel Inspection - Diane Cotell, 485 Prospect Hill Street. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Tag Day Request - Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 611, 82 Ingell St., Taunton, MA
Approve the Tag Day Request for the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 611, 82 Ingell St., Taunton, MA for May 24, 25 and 26, 2023
To approve the Tag Day Request for the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 611, 82 Ingell St., Taunton, MA for May 24, 25 and 26, 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to approve the Tag Day Request for the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 611, 82 Ingell St., Taunton, MA for May 24, 25 and 26, 2023. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Performance of Administrative Duties
Approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated January 24, 2023
To approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated January 24, 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated January 24, 2023. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated January 24, 2023
To approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated January 24, 2023
Yes: Riley, SchiavoAbstained: Pacheco
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Riley and seconded by Schiavo to approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated January 24, 2023. Discussion: None. On a Roll Call Vote: Ms. Riley - Aye; Mr. Schiavo - Aye; Mr. Pacheco - Abstain. Vote: 2-0-1.” (Motion: Riley, second: Schiavo)
Adjourn the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of January 24, 2023, at 8:12 p.m. with no additional business to be conducted
To adjourn the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of January 24, 2023, at 8:12 p.m. with no additional business to be conducted
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to adjourn the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of January 24, 2023, at 8:12 p.m. with no additional business to be conducted. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, 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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