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July 6, 2021
16 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Frederick “Skip” Vadnais Jr., David Perry, James Muri, George Solas, Michael P. Deignan
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, §21 (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 p
To enter into Executive Session pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, §21 (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 i (6) To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, if the chair so declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect
The minutes record this vote with no count and no names, so only the result is shown.
From the minutes
“Selectman Frederick “Skip” Vadnais, Selectman Dave Perry, Selectman James Muri, Selectman George Solas, Selectmen Michael Deignan and Interim Town Administrator Deborah Arruda At 5:30 PM it was voted to enter into Executive Session pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, §21 (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 i (6) To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, if the chair so declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect.”
Accept the resignation of Patricia A. “Tish” Vadnais as elected member of the Planning Board
To accept the resignation of Patricia A. “Tish” Vadnais as elected member of the Planning Board
From the minutes
“J. Muri motion to accept the resignation of Patricia A. “Tish” Vadnais as elected member of the Planning Board. Second by M. Deignan. Vote 4-0 Vadnais recused himself..” (Motion: Muri, second: Deignan)
Discussion Re: Reopening of Town Hall, with possible action The Board discussed the reopening of Town Hall to the pub…
Fully reopen Town Hall to its pre-pandemic state, with no restrictions
To fully reopen Town Hall to its pre-pandemic state, with no restrictions
From the minutes
“M. Deignan motion to fully reopen Town Hall to its pre-pandemic state, with no restrictions. Second by G. Solas Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Deignan, second: Solas)
Discussion Re: Mask Wearing in Town Hall, with ossible action
Leave it up to the individual to wear a mask at Town Hall buildings
To leave it up to the individual to wear a mask at Town Hall buildings
From the minutes
“G, Solas motion to leave it up to the individual to wear a mask at Town Hall buildings. Second by M. Deignan. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Deignan)
Discussion Re: Anawan School Follow-u with possible action
Follow guidelines of the Building Inspector to demolish the building in 90 days or come up with alternative plans
To follow guidelines of the Building Inspector to demolish the building in 90 days or come up with alternative plans
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to follow guidelines of the Building Inspector to demolish the building in 90 days or come up with alternative plans. Second by M. Deignan. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Deignan)
Vote to Accept Opioid Litigation Plan It has been recommended that we vote to accept the plan, per our town council, …
Per Town Council it has been recommend that the Board of Selectmen vote “To Accept the Plan” in regards to the National Prescription Opioid Litigation-Purdue Bankruptcy Plan and to submit such vote before the July 14" de
Per Town Council it has been recommend that the Board of Selectmen vote “To Accept the Plan” in regards to the National Prescription Opioid Litigation-Purdue Bankruptcy Plan and to submit such vote before the July 14" deadline
From the minutes
“J. Muri motion per Town Council it has been recommend that the Board of Selectmen vote “To Accept the Plan” in regards to the National Prescription Opioid Litigation-Purdue Bankruptcy Plan and to submit such vote before the July 14" deadline. Second by M. Deignan. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Muri, second: Deignan)
; Vole Appuintments: For FinCom and Renewable Energy Project Manager The Finance Committee received 5 talent bank for…
Appoint Steven Evans and Robert Gagnon to the Finance Committee, effective 7/6/2021- 6/30/2024
To appoint Steven Evans and Robert Gagnon to the Finance Committee, effective 7/6/2021- 6/30/2024
From the minutes
“J. Muri motion to appoint Steven Evans and Robert Gagnon to the Finance Committee, effective 7/6/2021- 6/30/2024. Second by G. Schwall. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Muri)
Appoint David House as Renewable Energy Project Manager, effective 7/6/2021- 12/31/2021
To appoint David House as Renewable Energy Project Manager, effective 7/6/2021- 12/31/2021
From the minutes
“J. Muri motion to appoint David House as Renewable Energy Project Manager, effective 7/6/2021- 12/31/2021. Second by M. Deignan. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Muri, second: Deignan)
Vote to Approve Request for Amendment to Budget: Account 4011873-58714 Facility Maintenance-Town Building Improvement…
Approve the Budget Amendment of $1,459,565 with $1,059,565 will be transferred into account # 011873-58714-Facility Maintenance-Town Building Improvements and $400,000 into account # 011223-58709 BOS-340 Anawan St Purcha
To approve the Budget Amendment of $1,459,565 with $1,059,565 will be transferred into account # 011873-58714-Facility Maintenance-Town Building Improvements and $400,000 into account # 011223-58709 BOS-340 Anawan St Purchase. Final amount from each account may be adjusted lower by the town accountant with the approval of Selectmen Deignan based upon the available account balances at the time of amendment processing. This will be with the approval of M. Deignan and Finance Committee. Variations are expected as due to the end of the fiscal year and final account processing
From the minutes
“M. Deignan motion to approve the Budget Amendment of $1,459,565 with $1,059,565 will be transferred into account # 011873-58714-Facility Maintenance-Town Building Improvements and $400,000 into account # 011223-58709 BOS-340 Anawan St Purchase. Final amount from each account may be adjusted lower by the town accountant with the approval of Selectmen Deignan based upon the available account balances at the time of amendment processing. This will be with the approval of M. Deignan and Finance Committee. Variations are expected as due to the end of the fiscal year and final account processing. Second by J. Muri. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Deignan, second: Muri)
Approve the Reserve Fund Transfer of $104,186 to be placed into account # 011873- 58714-Facility Maintenance-Town Buildings Improvements for any repairs and improvements to town buildings
To approve the Reserve Fund Transfer of $104,186 to be placed into account # 011873- 58714-Facility Maintenance-Town Buildings Improvements for any repairs and improvements to town buildings
From the minutes
“M. Deignan motion to approve the Reserve Fund Transfer of $104,186 to be placed into account # 011873- 58714-Facility Maintenance-Town Buildings Improvements for any repairs and improvements to town buildings. Second by J. Muri. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Deignan, second: Muri)
Vote to Approve Kennel Licenses: Robin Anderson, James & Ellen Burke, Robert & Judith Grant, and Maria Perry
Approve the 2021 Kennel Licenses for Robin Anderson, James & Ellen Burke, Robert & Judith Grant and Maria Perry. Effective 7/6/21-3/31/22
To approve the 2021 Kennel Licenses for Robin Anderson, James & Ellen Burke, Robert & Judith Grant and Maria Perry. Effective 7/6/21-3/31/22
From the minutes
“J. Muri motion to approve the 2021 Kennel Licenses for Robin Anderson, James & Ellen Burke, Robert & Judith Grant and Maria Perry. Effective 7/6/21-3/31/22. Second by M. Deignan. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Muri, second: Deignan)
Vote to Approve Job Descriptions: Assistant Town Clerk and PT Administrative Aide in Town Clerk’s Office The Personne…
Approve both job descriptions (Assistant Town Clerk & Part time Aide) for the Town Clerk’s office and allow the Chairman to sign them
To approve both job descriptions (Assistant Town Clerk & Part time Aide) for the Town Clerk’s office and allow the Chairman to sign them
From the minutes
“J. Muri motion to approve both job descriptions (Assistant Town Clerk & Part time Aide) for the Town Clerk’s office and allow the Chairman to sign them. Second by M. Deignan. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Muri, second: Deignan)
Vote to Approve/Ratify Vacation Carry-over for Highway Superintendent The Highway Superintendent has 80 hours of vaca…
Approve 80 hours of vacation time to be carried-over into FY22 and to be used by 6/30/22. And to allow the Payroll Dept to input the hours into Munis
To approve 80 hours of vacation time to be carried-over into FY22 and to be used by 6/30/22. And to allow the Payroll Dept to input the hours into Munis
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to approve 80 hours of vacation time to be carried-over into FY22 and to be used by 6/30/22. And to allow the Payroll Dept to input the hours into Munis. Second by M. Deignan. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Deignan)
On Material bids for FY22 for the Highway Dept
On Material bids for FY22 for the Highway Dept
The minutes record this vote with no count and no names, so only the result is shown.
From the minutes
“Vote to Correct Material Bid from Lynch At last Monday’s meeting the Board voted on Material bids for FY22 for the Highway Dept..”
Vote to Correct Material Bid from Lynch At last Monday’s meeting the Board voted on Material bids for FY22 for the Hi…
Rescind the vote on Lynch Companies Type | Bituminous Concrete w/ Tack Coat $70.44/ton delivered
To rescind the vote on Lynch Companies Type | Bituminous Concrete w/ Tack Coat $70.44/ton delivered
From the minutes
“D. Perry motion to rescind the vote on Lynch Companies Type | Bituminous Concrete w/ Tack Coat $70.44/ton delivered. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Solas)
Approve the cost of Lynch Companies Type | Bituminous Concrete w/ Tack Coat of $70.44/ton in place
To approve the cost of Lynch Companies Type | Bituminous Concrete w/ Tack Coat of $70.44/ton in place
From the minutes
“D, Perry motion to approve the cost of Lynch Companies Type | Bituminous Concrete w/ Tack Coat of $70.44/ton in place. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Perry, second: Solas)
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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