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May 22, 2023
13 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Frederick “Skip” Vadnais Jr., George Solas, Michael P. Deignan, Leonard “Lenny” Mills Jr., Robert Johnson II
Absent: None
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Enter into Executive Session pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or l
To enter into Executive Session pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, Section 21 (a) (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
“Selectman Frederick “Skip” Vadnais, Jr., Selectman Leonard Mills, Jr., Selectman George Solas, Sr., Selectman Michael P. Deignan, Selectman Robert Johnson II and Town Administrator Deborah Arruda At 6:35 PM the Board voted to enter into Executive Session pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, Section 21 (a) (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..”
Discussion Re: EMS Week Proclamation and Awards Presentation from Rehoboth Ambulance Present: Reuben Fischman of the …
Ratify the May 15", 2023, #23-46B $171,826.86 (Payroll amount was off by $.53 (short))
To ratify the May 15", 2023, #23-46B $171,826.86 (Payroll amount was off by $.53 (short))
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Selectman G. Solas, and seconded by Selectman R. Johnson, it was voted to ratify the May 15", 2023, #23-46B $171,826.86 (Payroll amount was off by $.53 (short)). Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas)
Approve the Warrant for the week of May 22, 2023: 23-47B Payroll $139,122.45; 23- 46A Withholdings $33,990.23; 23-46 Warrant $36,102.61
To approve the Warrant for the week of May 22, 2023: 23-47B Payroll $139,122.45; 23- 46A Withholdings $33,990.23; 23-46 Warrant $36,102.61
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve the Warrant for the week of May 22, 2023: 23-47B Payroll $139,122.45; 23- 46A Withholdings $33,990.23; 23-46 Warrant $36,102.61. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve the May 1, 8 and 15, 2023 Regular Minutes
To approve the May 1, 8 and 15, 2023 Regular Minutes
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Selectman G. Solas, seconded by R. Johnson, it was voted to approve the May 1, 8 and 15, 2023 Regular Minutes. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas)
Approve the Reserve Fund Transfer from the Treasurer’s Office for $18,000 to be transferred to account number 019133-57000- Unemployment GASB
To approve the Reserve Fund Transfer from the Treasurer’s Office for $18,000 to be transferred to account number 019133-57000- Unemployment GASB
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve the Reserve Fund Transfer from the Treasurer’s Office for $18,000 to be transferred to account number 019133-57000- Unemployment GASB. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Appoint Russell Richmond, Jr., as Constable; Reappoint Helene Vitale to the Board of Registrars; Appoint Rich…
Appoint Russell Richmond, Jr. as Constable, effective 5/22/2023-6/30/2024; Richard Panofsky as Designee of the BOS to the Board of Human Services & Community Health, effective 5/22/2023- 6/30/2024; Elizabeth Doyle to the
To appoint Russell Richmond, Jr. as Constable, effective 5/22/2023-6/30/2024; Richard Panofsky as Designee of the BOS to the Board of Human Services & Community Health, effective 5/22/2023- 6/30/2024; Elizabeth Doyle to the Board of Human Services & Community Health & Human Services, as interim Deputy Director of Health and Human Services, effective 5/22/2023 - 6/30/2024
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to appoint Russell Richmond, Jr. as Constable, effective 5/22/2023-6/30/2024; Richard Panofsky as Designee of the BOS to the Board of Human Services & Community Health, effective 5/22/2023- 6/30/2024; Elizabeth Doyle to the Board of Human Services & Community Health & Human Services, as interim Deputy Director of Health and Human Services, effective 5/22/2023 - 6/30/2024. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Appoint Helene Vitale to the Board of Registrars (Democratic Party), effective 4/1/2023 — 3/31/2026
To appoint Helene Vitale to the Board of Registrars (Democratic Party), effective 4/1/2023 — 3/31/2026
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to appoint Helene Vitale to the Board of Registrars (Democratic Party), effective 4/1/2023 — 3/31/2026. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve the following volunteers to the COA: Lisa Smith-Helper Maryann Clark-Meals on Wheels Nancy Cunningham-Yoga instructor
To approve the following volunteers to the COA: Lisa Smith-Helper Maryann Clark-Meals on Wheels Nancy Cunningham-Yoga instructor
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve the following volunteers to the COA: Lisa Smith-Helper Maryann Clark-Meals on Wheels Nancy Cunningham-Yoga instructor. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Contractor for the Town Hall Second Means of Egress Project Second means of egress at Town Hall
Approve and award the second means of egress project to GMC Construction and to authorize the Vice Chairman to sign any follow up contract
To approve and award the second means of egress project to GMC Construction and to authorize the Vice Chairman to sign any follow up contract
From the minutes
“L. Mills- motion to approve and award the second means of egress project to GMC Construction and to authorize the Vice Chairman to sign any follow up contract. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve Antique/Junk Dealers License for Gary Jennings-Anawan Antiques, 180 Anawan St
Approve Junk Dealer’s License for Gary Jennings of Anawan Antiques, 180 Anawan Street. Effective May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024
To approve Junk Dealer’s License for Gary Jennings of Anawan Antiques, 180 Anawan Street. Effective May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve Junk Dealer’s License for Gary Jennings of Anawan Antiques, 180 Anawan Street. Effective May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024. Second by M. Deignan. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Deignan)
Vote to Approve New Hire Amanda Silvia as Dispatcher for the Police Dept Police Chief Trombetta is asking the Board’s…
Approve Amanda Silvia as dispatcher for the Police Department effective 5/23/2023
To approve Amanda Silvia as dispatcher for the Police Department effective 5/23/2023
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve Amanda Silvia as dispatcher for the Police Department effective 5/23/2023. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve MassDOT Agreement with TOR for Work on the Roundabout-Rt 44 & Rt 118
Approve and sign the agreement between MassDOT and TOR for work to commence on Roundabout at Rt 44 and Rt 118
To approve and sign the agreement between MassDOT and TOR for work to commence on Roundabout at Rt 44 and Rt 118
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve and sign the agreement between MassDOT and TOR for work to commence on Roundabout at Rt 44 and Rt 118. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Adjourn the Regular Session at 8:30 PM
To adjourn the Regular Session at 8:30 PM
From the minutes
“M. Deignan- motion to adjourn the Regular Session at 8:30 PM. Second by Selectman L. Mills. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Deignan, second: Mills)
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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