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June 10, 2024
15 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Frederick “Skip” Vadnais Jr., Leonard “Lenny” Mills Jr., Robert Johnson II, David J. Pereira II
Absent: George Solas
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session at 6:12 PM pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, §21 (a) )(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract
To enter Executive Session at 6:12 PM pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, §21 (a) )(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel; (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the barga
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 Solas, seconded by Selectman Johnson, it was voted to enter Executive Session at 6:12 PM pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, §21 (a) )(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel; (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the barga.” (Motion: Solas)
Assign Selectman Johnson temporary clerk for the 6/10/2024 meeting
To assign Selectman Johnson temporary clerk for the 6/10/2024 meeting
From the minutes
“Chair Mills motioned to assign Selectman Johnson temporary clerk for the 6/10/2024 meeting. Second by Selectman Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills)
For the approval for the Warrant listing for June 10", 2024: 24-50B Payroll $152,867.07 date 6/13/2024; 24-49A Withholdings $37,721.18 date 6/6/2024; 24-49 Warrant $2,733,292.00 date 6/6/2024
For the approval for the Warrant listing for June 10", 2024: 24-50B Payroll $152,867.07 date 6/13/2024; 24-49A Withholdings $37,721.18 date 6/6/2024; 24-49 Warrant $2,733,292.00 date 6/6/2024
Yes: Johnson, Pereira, VadnaisAbstained: Mills
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion for the approval for the Warrant listing for June 10", 2024: 24-50B Payroll $152,867.07 date 6/13/2024; 24-49A Withholdings $37,721.18 date 6/6/2024; 24-49 Warrant $2,733,292.00 date 6/6/2024. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 3-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Motion (wording not clear in the minutes)
The names in the minutes do not match the count (4-0), so individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“. Selectman Mills abstained. Minutes: 5/13/2024 R. Johnson to accept the Meeting Minutes of 5/13/2024. Seconded by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (second: Mills)
Discussion with Possible Action: Cemetery Commission Policies and Possible Fundraiser
Table the discussion of the policies
To table the discussion of the policies
From the minutes
“R. Johnson motioned to table the discussion of the policies. Second by D. Pereira Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Discussion with Possible Action: Rehoboth Senior Citizens Committee Fall Bazaar
Allow the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Committee to use the Arcade Building for their » Fall Bazaar of October of 2024
To allow the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Committee to use the Arcade Building for their » Fall Bazaar of October of 2024
From the minutes
“D. Pereira- motion to allow the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Committee to use the Arcade Building for their » Fall Bazaar of October of 2024. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve Rehoboth Police Dept Policy & Procedure for Critical Incidents & Special Operations
Approve the Rehoboth Police Department’s Policy and Procedure for “Critical Incidents & Special Operations” as submitted
To approve the Rehoboth Police Department’s Policy and Procedure for “Critical Incidents & Special Operations” as submitted
From the minutes
“L. Mills- motion to approve the Rehoboth Police Department’s Policy and Procedure for “Critical Incidents & Special Operations” as submitted. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Johnson)
Vote to Accept the Donation of Land by Starlight Development, LLC to the Conservation Commission-Open Space Lot A&B O…
| hereby move that the Board of Selectmen accept the donation by Starlight Development, LLC, to the Conservation Commission, pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40, Sec. 8C. of the properties and buildings the
| hereby move that the Board of Selectmen accept the donation by Starlight Development, LLC, to the Conservation Commission, pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40, Sec. 8C. of the properties and buildings thereon known as Open Space Lots A and B off Bliss St. Rehoboth, MA to be held under the care, custody, and control of the Conservation Commission. The land is shown as “Open Space Lots A and B” on a plan entitled: “Definitive Subdivision of Manitook Estates an Affordable Housing Subdivision in Rehoboth, Massachusetts,” dated October 7, 2021 and RiM Engineering Co. Inc. 150 North Main Street, Mansfield, MA 02048 which plan is recorded at the Bristol North County Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 474, Page 39
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- | hereby move that the Board of Selectmen accept the donation by Starlight Development, LLC, to the Conservation Commission, pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40, Sec. 8C. of the properties and buildings thereon known as Open Space Lots A and B off Bliss St. Rehoboth, MA to be held under the care, custody, and control of the Conservation Commission. The land is shown as “Open Space Lots A and B” on a plan entitled: “Definitive Subdivision of Manitook Estates an Affordable Housing Subdivision in Rehoboth, Massachusetts,” dated October 7, 2021 and RiM Engineering Co. Inc. 150 North Main Street, Mansfield, MA 02048 which plan is recorded at the Bristol North County Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 474, Page 39, Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Mills)
Vote to Approve Rehoboth Police Dept Policy & Procedure for Critical Incidents & Special Operations
Approve the SAFE Program Grant for both the Student Awareness of Fire Education and Senior Program
To approve the SAFE Program Grant for both the Student Awareness of Fire Education and Senior Program
From the minutes
“L. Mills- motion to approve the SAFE Program Grant for both the Student Awareness of Fire Education and Senior Program. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve New Hire-Adriana Rodrigues as Office Administrator for Highway/Facility Maintenance and Forestry Depts
Approve Adriana Rodrigues as the Office Administrator for the Highway, Facility Maintenance and Foresty Departments. Her start date is June 17th, pending a successful CORI and Employee physical
To approve Adriana Rodrigues as the Office Administrator for the Highway, Facility Maintenance and Foresty Departments. Her start date is June 17th, pending a successful CORI and Employee physical
From the minutes
“L. Mills — motion to approve Adriana Rodrigues as the Office Administrator for the Highway, Facility Maintenance and Foresty Departments. Her start date is June 17th, pending a successful CORI and Employee physical. Second by R. Johonson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Agreement Between Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District and TOR for Surplus Goods, Per MGL C. 40 …
Vote to Approve Agreement Between Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District and TOR for Surplus Goods, Per MGL C. 40 Sec 4A L
From the minutes
“Mills - motion to approve the agreement between Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District and the TOR for Surplus Goods, per MGL Chapter 40 Sec 4A and further to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the agreement. As amended with termination language. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (second: Johnson)
Vote to Appoint Ryan DaPonte as an Election Worker
Appoint Ryan DaPonte as an Election Worker-Inspector-Libertarian for precinct Il, effective 6-10-2024 to 8-14-2024
To appoint Ryan DaPonte as an Election Worker-Inspector-Libertarian for precinct Il, effective 6-10-2024 to 8-14-2024
From the minutes
“R. Johnsan- motion to appoint Ryan DaPonte as an Election Worker-Inspector-Libertarian for precinct Il, effective 6-10-2024 to 8-14-2024. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Ratify Approval and Signature of FY24 Coastal Habitat & Water Quality Grant Program
Ratify Chairman Vadnais’ approval and signature of the FY24 Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grant
To ratify Chairman Vadnais’ approval and signature of the FY24 Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grant
From the minutes
“L. Mills- motion to ratify Chairman Vadnais’ approval and signature of the FY24 Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grant. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Nomination of Elizabeth Doyle as the Rehoboth Representative for GATRA
Nominate Elizabeth Doyle as the Rehoboth Representative for GATRA
To nominate Elizabeth Doyle as the Rehoboth Representative for GATRA
From the minutes
“D. Pereira- motion to nominate Elizabeth Doyle as the Rehoboth Representative for GATRA. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Johnson)
Adjourn the Regular Session at 8:39 PM
To adjourn the Regular Session at 8:39 PM
From the minutes
“R. Johnson motioned to adjourn the Regular Session at 8:39 PM. Second by Selectman D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
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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