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February 14, 2023
11 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
Mr. Schiavo called the Board of Selectmen's meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and asked for a motion to enter
Recess the meeting – Mr. Schiavo called the Board of Selectmen's meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and asked for a motion to enter
To recess the meeting
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to recess the meeting. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Acceptance of Minutes - February 7, 2023
Accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of February 7, 2023, as printed
To accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of February 7, 2023, as printed
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of February 7, 2023, as printed. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Discussion of Allocation of County ARPA Funds
Award: $708,604 to the Highway Department for drainage improvements including a portion of those funds for the Gardiner Street project; $425,000 to the Raynham Center Water District for PFAS remediation; $395,000 to the
To award: $708,604 to the Highway Department for drainage improvements including a portion of those funds for the Gardiner Street project; $425,000 to the Raynham Center Water District for PFAS remediation; $395,000 to the North Raynham Water District for the Broadway water main project; $100,000 for the AC and HVAC upgrades at Town Hall; and $4,531 to upgrade water faucets at Town Hall for water conservation, preservation and public health. Mr. Pacheco explained that, even though the two Water Districts are not technically town departments, they will have to raise all the funds for their projects from town residents through fees and water usage charges if the projects are not subsidized. He added, “The Highway Department projects, if not addressed, would only be supported through free cash, capital or a proposal for another debt exclusion.” Ms. Riley seconded the motion
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco to award: $708,604 to the Highway Department for drainage improvements including a portion of those funds for the Gardiner Street project; $425,000 to the Raynham Center Water District for PFAS remediation; $395,000 to the North Raynham Water District for the Broadway water main project; $100,000 for the AC and HVAC upgrades at … of that project, and he stated that both Districts are well-managed.. Ms. Riley said she would maintain her second to the motion and added that from the perspective of the Board of Health, “ Nothing is more important than a clean water supply.” Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Forward a letter to both Water Districts notifying them of the vote and asking that they consider the following question: Is it their professional opinion that the Town of Raynham, residenta, taxpayers, property owners,
To forward a letter to both Water Districts notifying them of the vote and asking that they consider the following question: Is it their professional opinion that the Town of Raynham, residenta, taxpayers, property owners, are best served with two Water Districts or should any consideration be given to the possibility of combining the two as one Water District? She commented, “The Government Study Committee had recommended consideration of this a few years ago and considering the financial challenges that both Districts are facing at this point, and the challenge of sufficient water supply, it may be something to revisit.” Mr. Pacheco seconded the motion
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Riley to forward a letter to both Water Districts notifying them of the vote and asking that they consider the following question: Is it their professional opinion that the Town of Raynham, residenta, taxpayers, property owners, are best served with two Water Districts or should any consideration be given to the possibility of … consideration of this a few years ago and considering the financial challenges that both Districts are facing at this point, and the challenge of sufficient water supply, it may be something to revisit.” Mr. Pacheco seconded the motion. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Riley, second: Pacheco)
Selectmen's office and kept on file.”
Approve the formal Legal Policy as written along with the request sheet
To approve the formal Legal Policy as written along with the request sheet
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Riley and seconded by Pacheco to approve the formal Legal Policy as written along with the request sheet. Discussion: Mr. Schiavo suggested a language change on the request sheet under Department Head approval. Mr. Barnes will rewrite the particular statement so that it is clear that it is the Department Head's approval of the submittal of the request, not the approval of the request, which is determined by the Board. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Riley, second: Pacheco)
Retirees and Other Matters
Disallow the additional 2% COLA. Ms. Riley seconded
To disallow the additional 2% COLA. Ms. Riley seconded
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco to disallow the additional 2% COLA. Ms. Riley seconded. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Authorize Ms. Thomas to support the increase in the base from $18,000 to $20,000. Ms. Riley seconded the motion
To authorize Ms. Thomas to support the increase in the base from $18,000 to $20,000. Ms. Riley seconded the motion
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco to authorize Ms. Thomas to support the increase in the base from $18,000 to $20,000. Ms. Riley seconded the motion. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Approve the Entertainment License renewal for Stoneforge, 90 Paramount Drive
To approve the Entertainment License renewal for Stoneforge, 90 Paramount Drive
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to approve the Entertainment License renewal for Stoneforge, 90 Paramount Drive. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Performance of Administrative Duties
Approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated February 14, 2023
To approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated February 14, 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Riley to approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated February 14, 2023. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Riley)
Approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated February 14, 2023
To approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated February 14, 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 February 14, 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 February 14, 2023, at 8:03 p.m. with no additional business to be conducted
To adjourn the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of February 14, 2023, at 8:03 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 February 14, 2023, at 8:03 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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