MassVoter.com← Raynham Select BoardRaynham Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
August 8, 2023
12 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Joseph Pacheco, Patricia Riley, Kenneth Collins
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Acceptance of Minutes - July 25, 2023
Accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of July 25, 2023, as printed
To accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of July 25, 2023, as printed
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of July 25, 2023, as printed. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Appoint Lt. David LaPlante to the position of Raynham Police Chief pending successful contract negotiations. Ms. Riley commented, “The Chief needs to be someone who has the knowledge to recognize the talent of the indivi
To appoint Lt. David LaPlante to the position of Raynham Police Chief pending successful contract negotiations. Ms. Riley commented, “The Chief needs to be someone who has the knowledge to recognize the talent of the individual officers, the wisdom to allow them to use their talents for the good of the department and the ability to help them grow in their particular area of expertise. He also needs to have administrative and management experience, be able to maneuver through all of the new Police Reform regulations, and have the knowledge and experience to deal with the accreditation process and all that is involved with the creation and implementation of a budget. Lt. Beatrice has great potential for developing into that person with more administrative experience, particularly in the area of budgeting, whereas Lt. LaPlante is ready and is just the right person with the right skill set for what the department needs at this particular time, and I would second the motion.” Further discussion: None
Yes: Collins, RileyAbstained: Pacheco
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Collins to appoint Lt. David LaPlante to the position of Raynham Police Chief pending successful contract negotiations. Ms. Riley commented, “The Chief needs to be someone who has the knowledge to recognize the talent of the individual officers, the wisdom to allow them to use their talents for the good of the department and the … is just the right person with the right skill set for what the department needs at this particular time, and I would second the motion.” Further discussion: None. On a Roll Call Vote: Mr. Pacheco - Abstain; Mr. Collins - Aye; and Ms. Riley - Aye Vote: 2-0-1.” (Motion: Collins)
Letter from Chief Donovan - Retirement Date
Accept Chief Donovan's revised retirement date of no later than August 22, 2023
To accept Chief Donovan's revised retirement date of no later than August 22, 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to accept Chief Donovan's revised retirement date of no later than August 22, 2023. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Special Police Officer - James Donovan
Appoint James Donovan as a Special Police Officer pending his retirement as Police Chief
To appoint James Donovan as a Special Police Officer pending his retirement as Police Chief
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to appoint James Donovan as a Special Police Officer pending his retirement as Police Chief. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Planning Board Alternate member- Anthony Niccoli
Appoint Anthony Niccoli as an Alternate member of the Raynham Planning Board
To appoint Anthony Niccoli as an Alternate member of the Raynham Planning Board
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to appoint Anthony Niccoli as an Alternate member of the Raynham Planning Board. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Gravel Removal Permit - Raynham Corp, 350 Gardiner Street
Approve the request for the renewal of the Gravel Removal Permit, Raynham Corp, 350 Gardiner Street
To approve the request for the renewal of the Gravel Removal Permit, Raynham Corp, 350 Gardiner Street
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to approve the request for the renewal of the Gravel Removal Permit, Raynham Corp, 350 Gardiner Street. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Deny the request for a One Day Liquor License for the Ecuadorian Independence Day Celebration on August 13, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 2107 Broadway
To deny the request for a One Day Liquor License for the Ecuadorian Independence Day Celebration on August 13, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 2107 Broadway
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to deny the request for a One Day Liquor License for the Ecuadorian Independence Day Celebration on August 13, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 2107 Broadway. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Tag Day Request - American Legion Post 7 of Easton, Elizabeth Riley, Commander
Approve the Tag Day request from American Legion Post 7 of Easton, MA, for November 10, 2023
To approve the Tag Day request from American Legion Post 7 of Easton, MA, for November 10, 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to approve the Tag Day request from American Legion Post 7 of Easton, MA, for November 10, 2023. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Approval of Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants
Approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated August 1 & 8, 2023
To approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated August 1 & 8, 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to approve the Town of Raynham Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated August 1 & 8, 2023. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Approval of Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants
Approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated August 1 & 8, 2023
To approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated August 1 & 8, 2023
Yes: Collins, RileyAbstained: Pacheco
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Collins and seconded by Riley to approve the Town of Raynham Police Invoice and Payroll Warrants dated August 1 & 8, 2023. Discussion: None. On a Roll Call Vote: Mr. Collins - Aye; Mr. Pacheco - Abstain; and Ms. Riley - Aye. Vote: 2-0-1.” (Motion: Collins, second: Riley)
Executive Session
Enter Executive Session at 7:44 p.m. pursuant to MGL C. 30A, Section 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract
To enter Executive Session at 7:44 p.m. pursuant to MGL C. 30A, Section 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel: Police Chief
Yes: Collins, RileyAbstained: Pacheco
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Collins and seconded by Riley to enter Executive Session at 7:44 p.m. pursuant to MGL C. 30A, Section 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel: Police Chief. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Collins -Aye; Ms. Riley - Aye; Mr. Pacheco - Abstain. Vote: 2-0-1.” (Motion: Collins, second: Riley)
Adjourn the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of August 8, 2023, at 7:34 p.m. with no additional business to be conducted
To adjourn the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of August 8, 2023, at 7:34 p.m. with no additional business to be conducted
The minutes give the count (2-0-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Collins and seconded by Riley to adjourn the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of August 8, 2023, at 7:34 p.m. with no additional business to be conducted. Vote: 2-0-0.” (Motion: Collins, 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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