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July 23, 2018
18 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Frederick “Skip” Vadnais Jr., Gerald “Gerry” Schwall, David Perry, James Muri, Michael Costello
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, and Section 21; (2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining ses
To enter Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, and Section 21; (2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; (3) To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares
The minutes record this vote with no count and no names, so only the result is shown.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Selectman Perry, seconded by Selectman Costello, it was voted to enter Executive Session pursuant to Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30A, and Section 21; (2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; (3) To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares..” (Motion: Perry)
Approve warrants
To approve warrants
From the minutes
“G. Schwall motion to approve warrants, Second by D. Perry. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Schwall, second: Perry)
Approve and hold Executive Session Minutes for 6/28/18
To approve and hold Executive Session Minutes for 6/28/18
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by G. Schwall, Second by D. Perry it was voted to approve and hold Executive Session Minutes for 6/28/18. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Schwall, second: Perry)
Library Grant Agreement: Vote to approve and sign Grant Agreement for Public Library Services between the Rehoboth An…
Approve and sign the Grant Agreement for the Public Library Services
To approve and sign the Grant Agreement for the Public Library Services
From the minutes
“G. Schwall motion to approve and sign the Grant Agreement for the Public Library Services. Second by D. Perry. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Schwall, second: Perry)
Payment for Blanding Library Funds appropriated at Town Meeting $235, 268.00 50% Due in July $117,634.00 Minus 1/12 p…
Authorize payment of $98,506.50 to the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society for the operation of Blanding Library, which represents 50% of the sum appropriated at Town Meeting minus the 1/12 payment of $19,127.50 in July, second
To authorize payment of $98,506.50 to the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society for the operation of Blanding Library, which represents 50% of the sum appropriated at Town Meeting minus the 1/12 payment of $19,127.50 in July, second by D, Perry
From the minutes
“Motion made by G. Schwall to authorize payment of $98,506.50 to the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society for the operation of Blanding Library, which represents 50% of the sum appropriated at Town Meeting minus the 1/12 payment of $19,127.50 in July, second by D, Perry. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Schwall)
7:15 PM Public Hearing for Personal Kennel Permit for More than Four Dogs Motion made by J. Muri to open Public Heari…
Grant permit application for Personal Kennel, seconded by M. Costello
To grant permit application for Personal Kennel, seconded by M. Costello
From the minutes
“Motion made by D. Perry to grant permit application for Personal Kennel, seconded by M. Costello. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry)
Conservation Restriction Present: Vanessa Parker-Geisman from the Seekonk Land Conservation Trust, Inc
And second by J. Muri. We, the undersigned, being a majority of the Select Board of the Town of Rehoboth, MA hereby certify that at a meeting held on the 23" of July 2018, voted to approve the Conservation Restriction fr
And second by J. Muri. We, the undersigned, being a majority of the Select Board of the Town of Rehoboth, MA hereby certify that at a meeting held on the 23" of July 2018, voted to approve the Conservation Restriction from Anne B. Jencks to the Seekonk Land Conservation Trust, Inc for land off Walnut and Prospect Street in Seekonk, MA and land off Pine Street in Rehoboth, MA in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the General Laws of Massachusetts
From the minutes
“Motion made by D. Perry and second by J. Muri. We, the undersigned, being a majority of the Select Board of the Town of Rehoboth, MA hereby certify that at a meeting held on the 23" of July 2018, voted to approve the Conservation Restriction from Anne B. Jencks to the Seekonk Land Conservation Trust, Inc for land off Walnut and Prospect Street in Seekonk, MA and land off Pine Street in Rehoboth, MA in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the General Laws of Massachusetts. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry)
And second by J. Muri, We, the undersigned being a majority of the Select Board of the Town of Rehoboth, MA hereby certify that at a meeting held on the 23 of July 2018, voted to approve the “Amended” and “Restated” Cons
And second by J. Muri, We, the undersigned being a majority of the Select Board of the Town of Rehoboth, MA hereby certify that at a meeting held on the 23 of July 2018, voted to approve the “Amended” and “Restated” Conservation Restriction from Anne B, Jencks to the Trustees of Reservations for land off Walnut and Prospect Streets in Seekonk, MA and land off Pine Street in Rehoboth, MA in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the General Laws of Massachusetts
From the minutes
“Motion made by D. Perry and second by J. Muri, We, the undersigned being a majority of the Select Board of the Town of Rehoboth, MA hereby certify that at a meeting held on the 23 of July 2018, voted to approve the “Amended” and “Restated” Conservation Restriction from Anne B, Jencks to the Trustees of Reservations for land off Walnut and Prospect Streets in Seekonk, MA and land off Pine Street in Rehoboth, MA in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the General Laws of Massachusetts. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry)
Interview of Candidate for Appointment to ZBA
Appoint David J. Pereira II as Regular Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Replacing vacated position by Mr. O’Hern. Effective 7/23/18 - 6/30/22
To appoint David J. Pereira II as Regular Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Replacing vacated position by Mr. O’Hern. Effective 7/23/18 - 6/30/22
From the minutes
“Motion made by J. Muri second by G. Schwall to appoint David J. Pereira II as Regular Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Replacing vacated position by Mr. O’Hern. Effective 7/23/18 - 6/30/22. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Muri)
58 Winthrop Street *Selectman J. Muri recused himself
Extend North American Auto’s Class II License to 8/10/18, second by M. Costello
To extend North American Auto’s Class II License to 8/10/18, second by M. Costello
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion made by G. Schwall to extend North American Auto’s Class II License to 8/10/18, second by M. Costello. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Schwall)
One Day Auctioneers License Vote to approve application for One Day Auctioneers License Lawrence Spellman II North Co…
Approve Auctioneer’s License for Lawrence Spellman II from North Country Auctions for July 28" from 9am — 4pm, second by G Schwall
To approve Auctioneer’s License for Lawrence Spellman II from North Country Auctions for July 28" from 9am — 4pm, second by G Schwall
From the minutes
“Motion made by M. Costello to approve Auctioneer’s License for Lawrence Spellman II from North Country Auctions for July 28" from 9am — 4pm, second by G Schwall. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Costello)
Appointments
Approve the Appointment of Andrew Poyant as Records Officer for Conservation Commission and Planning Board, effective 7/16/19 — 6/30/19
To approve the Appointment of Andrew Poyant as Records Officer for Conservation Commission and Planning Board, effective 7/16/19 — 6/30/19
From the minutes
“Motion made by D. Perry to approve the Appointment of Andrew Poyant as Records Officer for Conservation Commission and Planning Board, effective 7/16/19 — 6/30/19. Second by G. Schwall. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Schwall)
Payment for Blanding Library Funds appropriated at Town Meeting $235, 268.00 50% Due in July $117,634.00 Minus 1/12 p…
Amend Todd Hedrick’s appointment start date to 7/24/18, second by M. Costello
To amend Todd Hedrick’s appointment start date to 7/24/18, second by M. Costello
From the minutes
“Motion made by G. Schwall to amend Todd Hedrick’s appointment start date to 7/24/18, second by M. Costello. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Schwall)
Amend Scott Sousa’s appointment start date to 8/12/18, second by M. Costello
To amend Scott Sousa’s appointment start date to 8/12/18, second by M. Costello
From the minutes
“Motion made by G. Schwall to amend Scott Sousa’s appointment start date to 8/12/18, second by M. Costello, Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Schwall)
Appointments Motion made by D. Perry to approve the Appointment of Andrew Poyant as Conservation Agent & Town Planner
Reappoint Catherine Potter to the Historical Commission, effective T/A/18-6/30/21
To reappoint Catherine Potter to the Historical Commission, effective T/A/18-6/30/21
From the minutes
“Motion made by D. Perry to reappoint Catherine Potter to the Historical Commission, effective T/A/18-6/30/21. Second by M. Costello. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Costello)
Reappoint Jann McMurry to the Historical Commission, effective 7/1/18 — 6/30/21
To reappoint Jann McMurry to the Historical Commission, effective 7/1/18 — 6/30/21
From the minutes
“Motion made by D, Perry to reappoint Jann McMurry to the Historical Commission, effective 7/1/18 — 6/30/21. Second by M. Costello. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Costello)
Amend Daniel Cardoza’s appointment to the Historical Commission, effective until 6/30/19. He is filling the position vacated by James Johnston
To amend Daniel Cardoza’s appointment to the Historical Commission, effective until 6/30/19. He is filling the position vacated by James Johnston
From the minutes
“Motion made by D. Perry to amend Daniel Cardoza’s appointment to the Historical Commission, effective until 6/30/19. He is filling the position vacated by James Johnston. Second by M. Costello. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Costello)
One Day Auctioneers License Vote to approve application for One Day Auctioneers License Lawrence Spellman II North Co…
Approve and authorize Chairman Vadnais to sign the 375" Anniversary License Agreement between Mark Faneilli and the Town of Rehoboth for the dates of July 26-29
To approve and authorize Chairman Vadnais to sign the 375" Anniversary License Agreement between Mark Faneilli and the Town of Rehoboth for the dates of July 26-29
Yes: Costello, Muri, Perry, VadnaisAbstained: Schwall
From the minutes
“Motion made by M. Costello to approve and authorize Chairman Vadnais to sign the 375" Anniversary License Agreement between Mark Faneilli and the Town of Rehoboth for the dates of July 26-29. Second by D. Perry. Vote 4-0 Schwall abstain..” (Motion: Costello, second: Perry)
From the Rehoboth Board of Selectmen’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. Member photos: cropped from the Town of Rehoboth’s captioned Board of Selectmen photo (rehobothma.gov). The original is small, so the photos look soft. Skip Vadnais: NBC 10 WJAR (December 2024).
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