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Raynham Former Select Board member

Kenneth Collins

Elected townwide · 3 terms in this record

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Record at a glance · 2025–2026 Board

33 of 33meetings attended (100%) · whole board 100%
257votes cast by name (yes, no or abstain)
2no votes (<1% of votes cast) · whole board <1%
2 of 2split votes where Collins was in the minority
0abstained
3terms in this record
How these numbers work
  • Counted from the official minutes, for 2025–2026 Board only. Committee meetings and routine votes (adjourning, approving minutes) are not counted.
  • Attendance counts the meetings where the minutes list Collins as present or absent at the start.
  • Only votes the minutes record member by member are counted. Voice votes and votes given only as a count (for example 6-3 with no names) are not.
  • Percentages are shown only when there are at least 10 meetings or votes to count.
  • A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no. “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes; ties are not counted.
  • “Whole board” combines every member’s record for the same term.

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Attendance

At the start of 33 of 33 Select Board meetings in 2025–2026 Board.

Missed none.

Every meeting (33)

Votes where members disagreed · 2025–2026 Board

Mar 10Approve the request to fill the vacancy resulting from…Motion: to approve the request to fill the vacancy resulting from the…Passed 2–1 · Collins: No

March 10, 2026: Approve the request to fill the vacancy resulting from the firefighter's resignation

ApprovePassed · 2–1

To approve the request to fill the vacancy resulting from the firefighter's resignation

Voted: No

Yes: Pacheco, RileyNo: Collins

From the minutes

“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to approve the request to fill the vacancy resulting from the firefighter's resignation. Discussion: Mr. Collins stated, “I have reservations right now until we figure out exactly what's going to happen with the school budget.” He added that he would hate to approve hiring a new firefighter only to lay that person off. Mr. … its belt, which includes for all negotiations. Ms. Riley commented that the Fire Department position is critical for the public's safety, and it impacts the entire community. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Pacheco - Aye; Mr. Collins - No; Ms. Riley - Aye. Vote: 2-1-0.” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Feb 10Approve the Kennel License Renewal for Pacheco Kennels, 830…Motion: to approve the Kennel License Renewal for Pacheco Kennels, 830 Judson…Passed 2–0 · Collins: Yes

February 10, 2026: Approve the Kennel License Renewal for Pacheco Kennels, 830 Judson Street

ApprovePassed · 2–0

To approve the Kennel License Renewal for Pacheco Kennels, 830 Judson Street

Voted: Yes

Yes: Collins, RileyAbstained: Pacheco

From the minutes

“Motion: Moved by Collins and seconded by Riley to approve the Kennel License Renewal for Pacheco Kennels, 830 Judson Street. Discussion: None. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Collins-Aye, Ms. Riley-Aye, Mr. Pacheco-Abstain. Vote: 2-0-1.” (Motion: Collins, second: Riley)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Jan 13For discussion purposes, to approve the Non-Union Employment Agreement…Motion: to for discussion purposes, to approve the Non-Union Employment Agreement Extension…Passed 2–0 · Collins: Not recorded

January 13, 2026: For discussion purposes, to approve the Non-Union Employment Agreement Extension for David LaPlante as Police Chief

ApprovePassed · 2–0

To for discussion purposes, to approve the Non-Union Employment Agreement Extension for David LaPlante as Police Chief

The minutes give the count (2-0-1) but not how each member voted.

From the minutes

“Motion: Moved by Collins and seconded by Pacheco for discussion purposes, to approve the Non-Union Employment Agreement Extension for David LaPlante as Police Chief. Discussion: Mr. Pacheco stated that he voted to abstain during the Executive Session, but that is not a reflection on whether or not the Chief should continue. He said he believes David LaPlante should continue … same benefits.” She added that she believes it is exciting for the department and for the community to have Chief LaPlante continue in his role for an additional three years. Roll Call: Mr. Collins - Aye; Ms. Riley - Aye; Mr. Pacheco - Abstain. Vote: 2-0-1.” (Motion: Collins, second: Pacheco)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Dec 9Approve the FY2026 Tax Classification for Real and Personal…Motion: to approve the FY2026 Tax Classification for Real and Personal Property…Passed 2–1 · Collins: No

December 9, 2025: Approve the FY2026 Tax Classification for Real and Personal Property at a 126% shift with the residential factor of .933397%

ApprovePassed · 2–1

To approve the FY2026 Tax Classification for Real and Personal Property at a 126% shift with the residential factor of .933397%

Voted: No

Yes: Pacheco, RileyNo: Collins

From the minutes

“Motion: Moved by Pacheco and seconded by Collins to approve the FY2026 Tax Classification for Real and Personal Property at a 126% shift with the residential factor of .933397%. Discussion: None. Vote: 2-1-0 (Mr. Collins opposed).” (Motion: Pacheco, second: Collins)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Votes with no disagreement (254)

    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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