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January 22, 2024
19 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Frederick “Skip” Vadnais Jr., George Solas, Leonard “Lenny” Mills Jr., Robert Johnson II
Absent: Michael P. Deignan
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Ratify the 1/16/2024 Warrant
To ratify the 1/16/2024 Warrant
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to ratify the 1/16/2024 Warrant. Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Mills)
Warrant for the week of January 22, 2024: 24-30B Payroll $128,582.08; 24-29A Withholdings $43,930.23; 24-29 Warrant $188,880.65; 24-29V Veterans $5,260.34, motion to approve
Warrant for the week of January 22, 2024: 24-30B Payroll $128,582.08; 24-29A Withholdings $43,930.23; 24-29 Warrant $188,880.65; 24-29V Veterans $5,260.34, motion to approve
From the minutes
“G. Solas- Warrant for the week of January 22, 2024: 24-30B Payroll $128,582.08; 24-29A Withholdings $43,930.23; 24-29 Warrant $188,880.65; 24-29V Veterans $5,260.34, motion to approve. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
The, November 14, 2023, which was the Cable TV License Public Hearing, motion to approve
The, November 14, 2023, which was the Cable TV License Public Hearing, motion to approve
From the minutes
“G. Solas- the, November 14, 2023, which was the Cable TV License Public Hearing, motion to approve. Seconded by R. johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas)
Approve the appointment of James Trombetta, as Director of Law Enforcement Operations effective 1/22/2024 to indefinite
To approve the appointment of James Trombetta, as Director of Law Enforcement Operations effective 1/22/2024 to indefinite
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve the appointment of James Trombetta, as Director of Law Enforcement Operations effective 1/22/2024 to indefinite. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Discussion Re: Possible Aj Chairman Vadnais- The BOS decided at its last meeting that it would be appointing an Actin…
Appoint Sergeant Louis Dibacco as acting police chief
To appoint Sergeant Louis Dibacco as acting police chief
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion to appoint Sergeant Louis Dibacco as acting police chief. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4- 0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote on Chapter 61A Change in Use of Classified Land for 69 Salisbury Street-Retreat Lot 14 The BOS office received a…
“not to exercise” our right to purchase 69 Salisbury Street-Retreat Lot 14 and further to sign the paperwork and forward to the attorney’s office
“not to exercise” our right to purchase 69 Salisbury Street-Retreat Lot 14 and further to sign the paperwork and forward to the attorney’s office
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion “not to exercise” our right to purchase 69 Salisbury Street-Retreat Lot 14 and further to sign the paperwork and forward to the attorney’s office. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
“not to exercise” our right to purchase 71 Salisbury Street and further to sign the paperwork and, forward to the attorney’s office
“not to exercise” our right to purchase 71 Salisbury Street and further to sign the paperwork and, forward to the attorney’s office
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion “not to exercise” our right to purchase 71 Salisbury Street and further to sign the paperwork and, forward to the attorney’s office. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve the job description for Office Administrator for the Highway/Facilities Maintenance/Forestry Departments, as submitted by the Personnel Board
To approve the job description for Office Administrator for the Highway/Facilities Maintenance/Forestry Departments, as submitted by the Personnel Board
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve the job description for Office Administrator for the Highway/Facilities Maintenance/Forestry Departments, as submitted by the Personnel Board. Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Mills)
Motion (wording not clear in the minutes)
From the minutes
“Vote to Approve Office Administrator Job Description for the Conservation/Plannin Board/ZBA Depts ©4GiSolas- motion to approve the job description for Office Administrator for the Conservation/Planning 'Board/ZBA Departments, as submitted by the Personnel Board. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (second: Johnson)
From the minutes
“Vote to Approve and Sign the Letter for the Annual Firemen’s Ball on March 23, 2024 G.'Solas- motion to approve and sign the letter for the Annual Fireman’s Ball that will be held on March 23, 2024. Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (second: Mills)
Approve the 3rd disbursement of $76,020.00 to the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society for the Blanding Library services and authorize the Treasurer to process the payment
To approve the 3rd disbursement of $76,020.00 to the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society for the Blanding Library services and authorize the Treasurer to process the payment
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve the 3rd disbursement of $76,020.00 to the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society for the Blanding Library services and authorize the Treasurer to process the payment. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Volunteers for the COA-Jackie Mendrzychowski, Heidi Lane, and John Morrish : The COA is requesting th…
Approve volunteers for the COA-Jackie Mendrzychowski, Heidi Lane, and John Morrish
To approve volunteers for the COA-Jackie Mendrzychowski, Heidi Lane, and John Morrish
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve volunteers for the COA-Jackie Mendrzychowski, Heidi Lane, and John Morrish. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve 2024 Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment License Renewals for Vino’s Family Café, LLC dba Vino’s Famil…
Vote to Approve 2024 Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment License Renewals for Vino’s Family Café, LLC dba Vino’s Family Café 503 Winthrop St; Upcycle E
From the minutes
“Solas- motion to approve the 2024 Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment Renewal Licenses for the j listed businesses, effective 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (second: Johnson)
Approve the 2024 Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment Renewal License for Kalimay, , LLC dba iAlive Restaurant 569 Winthrop St, effective 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
To approve the 2024 Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment Renewal License for Kalimay, , LLC dba iAlive Restaurant 569 Winthrop St, effective 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024
The minutes give the count (3-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve the 2024 Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment Renewal License for Kalimay, , LLC dba iAlive Restaurant 569 Winthrop St, effective 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve 2024 Common Vic License Renewals for Anawan Club 13 Gorham St; Anawan-Oakton Grange #221 P of H, Inc
Vote to Approve 2024 Common Vic License Renewals for Anawan Club 13 Gorham St; Anawan-Oakton Grange #221 P of H, Inc
From the minutes
“St; Hazelton Golf Club, LLC 327 Summer St; Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity 43 Broad St; Stephen Provazza, SPCAP, Inc dba Honey Dew Donuts 317 Tremont St; Rehoboth Antiquarian Society, Inc 4 Locust Ave; Rehoboth Mini Mart, Inc. 64 Plain St.; Uncle Ed’s Front Porch, Inc. 116 Winthrop St G. Solas--motion to Approve 2024 Common Vic License Renewals for the following listed businesses, effective 1/1/2024 to 12/31/2024. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (second: Johnson)
7:45PM Public Hearing Per MGL Chapter 138 and Amendments thereto for Pine Valley Country Club, Inc
Open the 7:45 Public Hearing Per MGL Chapter 138 and Amendments thereto for Pine Valley Country Club, Inc. dba Pine Valley Golf Club at 136 Providence St. for Multiple Amendment Changes to the General on Premises All Alc
To open the 7:45 Public Hearing Per MGL Chapter 138 and Amendments thereto for Pine Valley Country Club, Inc. dba Pine Valley Golf Club at 136 Providence St. for Multiple Amendment Changes to the General on Premises All Alcohol Restaurant Liquor License for Change of Manager, Change of Officers/Directors/LLC Managers, Change of Ownership Interest, and Issuance/Transfer of Stock/New Stockholder and 7-Day Entertainment License. Roil cail: Solas, aye; Johnson, aye; Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye
From the minutes
“Ona motion made by Selectman R. Johnson, and seconded by Selectman G. Solas, it was voted to open the 7:45 Public Hearing Per MGL Chapter 138 and Amendments thereto for Pine Valley Country Club, Inc. dba Pine Valley Golf Club at 136 Providence St. for Multiple Amendment Changes to the General on Premises All Alcohol Restaurant Liquor License for Change of Manager, Change of Officers/Directors/LLC Managers, Change of Ownership Interest, and Issuance/Transfer of Stock/New Stockholder and 7-Day Entertainment License. Roil cail: Solas, aye; Johnson, aye; Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Selectman G. Solas, and seconded by Selectman R. Johnson, it was voted to close the Public Hearing. Roll call: Solas, aye; Johnson, aye; Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas)
Approve the Common Vic and General on Premises All Beverage Liquor License for Jonathan Cotter-Pine Valley Country Club, inc. dba Pine Valley Golf Club, at 136 Providence Street, along with all amendments to the current
To approve the Common Vic and General on Premises All Beverage Liquor License for Jonathan Cotter-Pine Valley Country Club, inc. dba Pine Valley Golf Club, at 136 Providence Street, along with all amendments to the current license and approve the 7-Day Entertainment License as submitted
From the minutes
“L. Mills- motion to approve the Common Vic and General on Premises All Beverage Liquor License for Jonathan Cotter-Pine Valley Country Club, inc. dba Pine Valley Golf Club, at 136 Providence Street, along with all amendments to the current license and approve the 7-Day Entertainment License as submitted. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Johnson)
Adjourn the Regular Session at 7:56 PM
To adjourn the Regular Session at 7:56 PM
From the minutes
“G. Solas motion to adjourn the Regular Session at 7:56 PM. Second by Selectman R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
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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