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April 29, 2019
25 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Frederick “Skip” Vadnais Jr., Gerald “Gerry” Schwall, David Perry, James Muri
Absent: Michael Costello
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session
To enter into Executive Session
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 Muri, the Board voted to enter into Executive Session..” (Motion: Perry)
Motion (wording not clear in the minutes)
From the minutes
“Roll Call Vote: Vadnais, aye; Perry, aye; Muri, aye; Schwall, aye, Vote 4-0.”
Approve the weekly Warrants as read
To approve the weekly Warrants as read
From the minutes
“S. Vadnais motioned to approve the weekly Warrants as read. Second by D. Perry. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Vadnais, second: Perry)
Approve, second by D. Perry
To approve, second by D. Perry
From the minutes
“S. Vadnais motion to approve, second by D. Perry. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Vadnais)
Approve the Regular Minutes from February (9 2019
To approve the Regular Minutes from February (9 2019
Yes: Muri, Perry, SchwallAbstained: Vadnais
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to approve the Regular Minutes from February (9 2019. Second by J. Muri. Vote 3-0 Vadnais abstained..” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
Approve the Executive Session Minutes from April 19" 2019
To approve the Executive Session Minutes from April 19" 2019
Yes: Muri, Perry, SchwallAbstained: Vadnais
From the minutes
“D. Perry motioned to approve the Executive Session Minutes from April 19" 2019, Second by J. Muri. Vote 3-0 Vadnais abstained..” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
7:15 PM Public Hearin Willow Way, Primrose Lane At 7:18
Open public hearing – 7:15 PM Public Hearin Willow Way, Primrose Lane At 7:18
To open public hearing
From the minutes
“S. Vadnais motioned to open public hearing. Second by Selectmen D. Perry. Perry — aye; Muri — aye, and Schwall - aye, Vadnais — aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Vadnais, second: Perry)
7:15 PM Public Hearin Willow Way, Primrose Lane At 7:18 S. Vadnais motioned to open public hearing
Approve the Linden Lane, Willow Way and Primrose Lane as laid out on the Assessors Maps, a copy of which is on file in the Town Clerk’s Office and to bring Article 11 forward to the Annual Town Meeting scheduled for May
To approve the Linden Lane, Willow Way and Primrose Lane as laid out on the Assessors Maps, a copy of which is on file in the Town Clerk’s Office and to bring Article 11 forward to the Annual Town Meeting scheduled for May 13 2019
From the minutes
“J. Muri motion to approve the Linden Lane, Willow Way and Primrose Lane as laid out on the Assessors Maps, a copy of which is on file in the Town Clerk’s Office and to bring Article 11 forward to the Annual Town Meeting scheduled for May 13 2019. Second by F. Vadnais. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Muri, second: Vadnais)
Close public hearing – 7:15 PM Public Hearin Willow Way, Primrose Lane At 7:18 S. Vadnais motioned to open public hearing
To close public hearing
From the minutes
“Selectman Vadnais motion to close public hearing. Second by Selectman Perry. Roll Call: Perry — aye; Muri — aye, and Schwall — aye; Vadnais — aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Vadnais)
Approve Linden Lane, Willow Way and Primrose Lane as laid out on the Assessors map and bring article 11 forward to the Annual Town meeting, scheduled for May 12, 2019
To approve Linden Lane, Willow Way and Primrose Lane as laid out on the Assessors map and bring article 11 forward to the Annual Town meeting, scheduled for May 12, 2019
From the minutes
“Selectmen Muri motion to approve Linden Lane, Willow Way and Primrose Lane as laid out on the Assessors map and bring article 11 forward to the Annual Town meeting, scheduled for May 12, 2019. Second by Selectman Vadnais. Roil Call: Perry — aye; Muri — aye, and Schwall ~ aye, Vadnais — aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Muri)
7:30 PM Part Time Facility Manager Interview — William Pra
Hire William Pray as the Part Time Facility Manager contingent upon passing the pre- employment physical and drug screening
To hire William Pray as the Part Time Facility Manager contingent upon passing the pre- employment physical and drug screening
From the minutes
“J. Muri motion to hire William Pray as the Part Time Facility Manager contingent upon passing the pre- employment physical and drug screening. Second by S. Vadnais. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Muri, second: Vadnais)
Review Job Description: Director of IT and Media Selectman Schwall excused himself
Approve as amended the job description for the position of Director of Information Technology and Media
To approve as amended the job description for the position of Director of Information Technology and Media
The minutes give the count (3-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to approve as amended the job description for the position of Director of Information Technology and Media. Second by S. Vadnais. Roll Call: Perry — aye; Muri — aye, Vadnais — aye. Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Vadnais)
Review Job Description: Director of IT and Media Selectman Schwall excused himself D. Perry motion to approve as amen…
Change Item A. after “district” insert, ask requested by BOS”
To change Item A. after “district” insert, ask requested by BOS”
The minutes give the count (3-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“S. Vadnais motion to change Item A. after “district” insert, ask requested by BOS”. Second by D. Perry. Roll Call: Perry — aye; Muri — aye, Vadnais — aye. Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Vadnais, second: Perry)
Approve the Chapter 90 Project Request as submitted by the Highway Superintendent
To approve the Chapter 90 Project Request as submitted by the Highway Superintendent
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to approve the Chapter 90 Project Request as submitted by the Highway Superintendent. Second by S. Vadnais. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Vadnais)
Approve the personal kennel permit for Maria Perry, 211 Providence Street for 4 dogs for purpose of breeding and private sale of puppies and dogs
To approve the personal kennel permit for Maria Perry, 211 Providence Street for 4 dogs for purpose of breeding and private sale of puppies and dogs
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to approve the personal kennel permit for Maria Perry, 211 Providence Street for 4 dogs for purpose of breeding and private sale of puppies and dogs. Second by J. Muri. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
Agricultural Commission Resignation — Brandon J. Hoderny
Accept the letter of resignation submitted by Brandon J. Hoderny from the Agricultural Commission, and to send a letter from the Board of Selectmen thanking him for his service
To accept the letter of resignation submitted by Brandon J. Hoderny from the Agricultural Commission, and to send a letter from the Board of Selectmen thanking him for his service
Yes: Muri, Perry, SchwallAbstained: Vadnais
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to accept the letter of resignation submitted by Brandon J. Hoderny from the Agricultural Commission, and to send a letter from the Board of Selectmen thanking him for his service. Second by J. Muri. Vote 3-0 Vadnais abstained..” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
A ointments as Submitted: Keep Rehoboth Beautiful; Agricultural Commission
Appoint Abby Abrahamson to the Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Committee effective 1/1/19- 12/31/19
To appoint Abby Abrahamson to the Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Committee effective 1/1/19- 12/31/19
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to appoint Abby Abrahamson to the Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Committee effective 1/1/19- 12/31/19. Second by J. Muri. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
A ointments as Submitted: Keep Rehoboth Beautiful; Agricultural Commission D. Perry motion to appoint Abby Abrahamson…
Appoint Luanne Guglielmo to the Agricultural Commission effective 4/29/10-6/30/19
To appoint Luanne Guglielmo to the Agricultural Commission effective 4/29/10-6/30/19
Yes: Muri, Perry, SchwallAbstained: Vadnais
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to appoint Luanne Guglielmo to the Agricultural Commission effective 4/29/10-6/30/19. Second by J. Muri. Vote 3-0 Vadnais abstained..” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
Reappointments as Submitted: Keep Rehoboth Beautiful; 475" Steering Committee
Reappoint Jennifer LeComte, Ron Whittemore, and Jann McMurry to the Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Committee effective 1/1/19 through 12/31/19
To reappoint Jennifer LeComte, Ron Whittemore, and Jann McMurry to the Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Committee effective 1/1/19 through 12/31/19
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to reappoint Jennifer LeComte, Ron Whittemore, and Jann McMurry to the Keep Rehoboth Beautiful Committee effective 1/1/19 through 12/31/19. Second by J. Muri. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
Approval of COA Volunteer: Denise Kluba
Approve Denise Kluba as a volunteer at the Council on Aging effective 4/29/19
To approve Denise Kluba as a volunteer at the Council on Aging effective 4/29/19
From the minutes
“J. Muri motion to approve Denise Kluba as a volunteer at the Council on Aging effective 4/29/19, Second by D. Perry. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Muri, second: Perry)
7:15 PM Public Hearin Willow Way, Primrose Lane At 7:18 S. Vadnais motioned to open public hearing
Approve the Treasurer to forward $6,952.25 to the Antiquarian Society upon receipt of the check from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
To approve the Treasurer to forward $6,952.25 to the Antiquarian Society upon receipt of the check from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
From the minutes
“J. Muri motion to approve the Treasurer to forward $6,952.25 to the Antiquarian Society upon receipt of the check from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Second by D. Perry. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Muri, second: Perry)
Approve the following budgets amendments for the Veterans Department: Increase Line 015433-54200 | VSO-Office Supplies $23.15 Decrease Line 015433-57130_| VSO- Parking $23.15 Increase Line 015433-57120_| VSO-Hotels/Meals
To approve the following budgets amendments for the Veterans Department: Increase Line 015433-54200 | VSO-Office Supplies $23.15 Decrease Line 015433-57130_| VSO- Parking $23.15 Increase Line 015433-57120_| VSO-Hotels/Meals $500.00 Decrease Line 015433-55800_| VSO-Veteran Service Supplies $500.00
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to approve the following budgets amendments for the Veterans Department: Increase Line 015433-54200 | VSO-Office Supplies $23.15 Decrease Line 015433-57130_| VSO- Parking $23.15 Increase Line 015433-57120_| VSO-Hotels/Meals $500.00 Decrease Line 015433-55800_| VSO-Veteran Service Supplies $500.00 Second by J. Muri. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
Approve the following budget amendments for the Police Department: Increase Line 012103-55840 | Detention/Prison $175.00 Decrease Line | 012103-53010 | Medical & Physical $175.00 _| Increase Line 012103-54200_ | Office S
To approve the following budget amendments for the Police Department: Increase Line 012103-55840 | Detention/Prison $175.00 Decrease Line | 012103-53010 | Medical & Physical $175.00 _| Increase Line 012103-54200_ | Office Supplies | $1106.00 Decrease Line | 12103-54400 _| Other Operating Supplies $606.00 Decrease Line | 012103-53010 | Medical & Physical _| $500.00 Increase Line 012052-51920_| Police Comp/Training $670.00 Decrease Line | 012052-51540_| Police Comp/Sick Replacement $670.00
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to approve the following budget amendments for the Police Department: Increase Line 012103-55840 | Detention/Prison $175.00 Decrease Line | 012103-53010 | Medical & Physical $175.00 _| Increase Line 012103-54200_ | Office Supplies | $1106.00 Decrease Line | 12103-54400 _| Other Operating Supplies $606.00 Decrease Line | 012103-53010 | Medical & Physical _| $500.00 Increase Line 012052-51920_| Police Comp/Training $670.00 Decrease Line | 012052-51540_| Police Comp/Sick Replacement $670.00 Second by J. Muri. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
Approve the following budget amendments for the Building Department: Increase Line 012413-54200_| Office Supplies $200.00 Decrease Line | 012413-55100_| Educational Supplies $200.00
To approve the following budget amendments for the Building Department: Increase Line 012413-54200_| Office Supplies $200.00 Decrease Line | 012413-55100_| Educational Supplies $200.00
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to approve the following budget amendments for the Building Department: Increase Line 012413-54200_| Office Supplies $200.00 Decrease Line | 012413-55100_| Educational Supplies $200.00 Second by J. Muri. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
Approve the following budget amendments for the Fire Department: Increase Line 012203-54200_| Office Supplies $183.57 Decrease Line | 012203-53010 | Physicals $183.57
To approve the following budget amendments for the Fire Department: Increase Line 012203-54200_| Office Supplies $183.57 Decrease Line | 012203-53010 | Physicals $183.57
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to approve the following budget amendments for the Fire Department: Increase Line 012203-54200_| Office Supplies $183.57 Decrease Line | 012203-53010 | Physicals $183.57 Second by J. Muri. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Muri)
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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