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January 16, 2024
17 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Joseph Pacheco, Patricia Riley, Kenneth Collins
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Ms. Riley called the Board of Selectmen's meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and asked for a motion to go
Recess the meeting – Ms. Riley called the Board of Selectmen's meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and asked for a motion to go
To recess the meeting
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to recess the meeting. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Acceptance of Minutes - January 9, 2024
Accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of January 9, 2024, as printed
To accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of January 9, 2024, as printed
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to accept the Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes of January 9, 2024, as printed. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Constable Re-appointment-Joel C. Thomas
Approve the re-appointment of Joel C. Thomas as Constable
To approve the re-appointment of Joel C. Thomas as Constable
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to approve the re-appointment of Joel C. Thomas as Constable. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Suspend Coletti's Market's liquor license for one day, February 27, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and require a $50 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education
To suspend Coletti's Market's liquor license for one day, February 27, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and require a $50 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to suspend Coletti's Market's liquor license for one day, February 27, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and require a $50 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Continue the Public Hearing for Hibachi Sushi Buffet until Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. with the understanding that the manager should be present
To continue the Public Hearing for Hibachi Sushi Buffet until Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. with the understanding that the manager should be present
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to continue the Public Hearing for Hibachi Sushi Buffet until Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. with the understanding that the manager should be present. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Longhorn Steakhouse, 800 New State Highway
Continue the Public Hearing for Longhorn Steakhouse until Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 7:00 p.m
To continue the Public Hearing for Longhorn Steakhouse until Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 7:00 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to continue the Public Hearing for Longhorn Steakhouse until Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Suspend Sakana Hibachi liquor license for one day on February 27, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and requiring a $50 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education
To suspend Sakana Hibachi liquor license for one day on February 27, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and requiring a $50 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to suspend Sakana Hibachi liquor license for one day on February 27, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and requiring a $50 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Suspend 2 Jerks BBQ's liquor license for one day, February 27, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and a $50 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education
To suspend 2 Jerks BBQ's liquor license for one day, February 27, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and a $50 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to suspend 2 Jerks BBQ's liquor license for one day, February 27, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and a $50 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Suspend Walmart's liquor license for three days on February 27, 2024, March 5, 2024, and March 12, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and a $100 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education
To suspend Walmart's liquor license for three days on February 27, 2024, March 5, 2024, and March 12, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and a $100 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to suspend Walmart's liquor license for three days on February 27, 2024, March 5, 2024, and March 12, 2024, pending no appeal from the licensee, and a $100 fine payable to the Town of Raynham for education. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
The application is for an amendment to the existing license. The license was endorsed by Fire Chief Bryan
Approve the amendment for PMG Northeast, LLC, 1023 Broadway
To approve the amendment for PMG Northeast, LLC, 1023 Broadway
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to approve the amendment for PMG Northeast, LLC, 1023 Broadway. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Discussion and Action on filling Circulation Supervisor - Library
Approve the Library request to fill the existing position of Circulation Supervisor
To approve the Library request to fill the existing position of Circulation Supervisor
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to approve the Library request to fill the existing position of Circulation Supervisor. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Discussion and Action on filling Groundskeeper - Cemetery
Approve the request to fill the position of Groundskeeper at the Cemetery Department
To approve the request to fill the position of Groundskeeper at the Cemetery Department
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to approve the request to fill the position of Groundskeeper at the Cemetery Department. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Approval of Award of Contract for Senior Center Siding Project
Award the Senior Center Siding project contract to Plan B Construction Company in the amount of $88,000
To award the Senior Center Siding project contract to Plan B Construction Company in the amount of $88,000
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to award the Senior Center Siding project contract to Plan B Construction Company in the amount of $88,000. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Approve the Endorsement of Joining a Veterans' Services District with Bridgewater as allowed under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 115 and the Recruitment of a Veterans Services Director/Agent for the District
To approve the Endorsement of Joining a Veterans' Services District with Bridgewater as allowed under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 115 and the Recruitment of a Veterans Services Director/Agent for the District
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to approve the Endorsement of Joining a Veterans' Services District with Bridgewater as allowed under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 115 and the Recruitment of a Veterans Services Director/Agent for the District. Discussion: Mr. Collins thought this was a great opportunity to increase availability to Veterans and a chance for both communities to work together. Ms. Riley wanted confirmation that Raynham would be involved in the decision of who would fill the position. Mr. Barnes informed that it is a union position in Bridgewater, but Raynham would have input. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
January Raynham Recognition Award - discussion and vote
Recognize Police Officer Lou Pacheco for the January Raynham Recognition Award
To recognize Police Officer Lou Pacheco for the January Raynham Recognition Award
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to recognize Police Officer Lou Pacheco for the January Raynham Recognition Award. Discussion: Ms. Riley explained that in accordance with the award guidelines, a letter will be sent to the award recipient, notifying him of the Board's vote and inviting him to the next meeting for the award presentation. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
Marsha Silvia, Town Clerk - Early Voting for Presidential Election
Approve the request and request the Administrator check to see if the Senior Center is available for the Selectmen to hold their meeting there on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, and to notify any Board and/or Committee who h
To approve the request and request the Administrator check to see if the Senior Center is available for the Selectmen to hold their meeting there on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, and to notify any Board and/or Committee who has scheduled meetings in the Municipal Meeting Room during that time period
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco to approve the request and request the Administrator check to see if the Senior Center is available for the Selectmen to hold their meeting there on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, and to notify any Board and/or Committee who has scheduled meetings in the Municipal Meeting Room during that time period. Discussion: None. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco)
Performance of Administrative Duties
Adjourn the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of January 16, 2024, at 8:10 p.m. with no additional business to be conducted
To adjourn the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of January 16, 2024, at 8:10 p.m. with no additional business to be conducted
From the minutes
“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to adjourn the Board of Selectmen's regular meeting of January 16, 2024, at 8:10 p.m. with no additional business to be conducted. Vote: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)
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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