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October 7, 2024
18 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
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Present: Frederick “Skip” Vadnais Jr., Leonard “Lenny” Mills Jr., George Solas, Robert Johnson II, David J. Pereira II
Absent: None
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Enter Executive Session at 5:30 PM pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, §21(a) (1) To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or discuss the
To enter Executive Session at 5:30 PM pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, §21(a) (1) To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual. (See Rights of individuals 011 re1*erse.) Call to Order at
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 Pereira, it was voted to enter Executive Session at 5:30 PM pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 30A, §21(a) (1) To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual. (See Rights of individuals 011 re1*erse.) Call to Order at.” (Motion: Solas)
The Warrant listing for October 7, 2024: Payroll $165,514.82; Withholdings $43,666.33; Warrant $582,519.96; motion to approve
The Warrant listing for October 7, 2024: Payroll $165,514.82; Withholdings $43,666.33; Warrant $582,519.96; motion to approve
Yes: Johnson, Pereira, Solas, VadnaisAbstained: Mills
From the minutes
“G. Solas- the Warrant listing for October 7, 2024: Payroll $165,514.82; Withholdings $43,666.33; Warrant $582,519.96; motion to approve. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Regular minutes for 9/16/2024; motion to approve
Regular minutes for 9/16/2024; motion to approve
From the minutes
“G. Solas- Regular minutes for 9/16/2024; motion to approve. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Revote-Request for Roadway Layout for Eastwood Estates Phase II Chelsea Circle and Ciana Road from Winterfell Develop…
Approve the request made by Winterfell Development, Inc for the Roadway Layouts for Chelsea Circle and Ciana Road, located at Eastwood Estates Phase II and forward the request to the Planning Board
To approve the request made by Winterfell Development, Inc for the Roadway Layouts for Chelsea Circle and Ciana Road, located at Eastwood Estates Phase II and forward the request to the Planning Board
From the minutes
“L. Mills- motion to approve the request made by Winterfell Development, Inc for the Roadway Layouts for Chelsea Circle and Ciana Road, located at Eastwood Estates Phase II and forward the request to the Planning Board. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Solas)
Vote to Aj of $30,000 rove and Sign “Best Practice Grant” for Centralized HR/Personnel Operations
Approve and sign the Centralized HR/Personnel Operations grant for $30,000.00
To approve and sign the Centralized HR/Personnel Operations grant for $30,000.00
From the minutes
“D. Pereira- motion to approve and sign the Centralized HR/Personnel Operations grant for $30,000.00. Seconded by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Solas)
Vote to Authorize Town Administrator to Sign the Amended Agreement between the TOR and SRPEDD for Continued Administr…
Vote to approve the amendment to the agreement between the Town of Rehoboth and SRPEDD for continued admin services through June 30, 2025, and to authorize the ' Town Administrator to sign the agreement
To vote to approve the amendment to the agreement between the Town of Rehoboth and SRPEDD for continued admin services through June 30, 2025, and to authorize the ' Town Administrator to sign the agreement
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to vote to approve the amendment to the agreement between the Town of Rehoboth and SRPEDD for continued admin services through June 30, 2025, and to authorize the ' Town Administrator to sign the agreement. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve and Award Roof Quote for the Health and Human Services Buildin,
Award roofing project, for the HHS Building at Francis Farm, to the Roofing Doctor who was the lowest responsible bidder
To award roofing project, for the HHS Building at Francis Farm, to the Roofing Doctor who was the lowest responsible bidder
From the minutes
“L. Mills- motion to award roofing project, for the HHS Building at Francis Farm, to the Roofing Doctor who was the lowest responsible bidder. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve and Sign Contract Between TOR and Dept of Energy Resources for the Green Energy Grant of $225,000 Thi…
Approve the contract and authorize the Chairman to sign the contract and any other documents related to the grant between the Department of Energy Resources and the Town of Rehoboth
To approve the contract and authorize the Chairman to sign the contract and any other documents related to the grant between the Department of Energy Resources and the Town of Rehoboth
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve the contract and authorize the Chairman to sign the contract and any other documents related to the grant between the Department of Energy Resources and the Town of Rehoboth, Second by D. Pereira. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Hawkers & Peddlers License for Trinity Solar, LLC : Brian Kenned Daniel Wilkins, Jr., and Neil Goodwin
Approve and sign the Hawkers & Peddlers License for Brian Kennedy, Daniel Wilkens, Jr. and Neil Goodwin of Trinity Solar, LLC, effective 10/7/2024 to 12/31/2024
To approve and sign the Hawkers & Peddlers License for Brian Kennedy, Daniel Wilkens, Jr. and Neil Goodwin of Trinity Solar, LLC, effective 10/7/2024 to 12/31/2024
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve and sign the Hawkers & Peddlers License for Brian Kennedy, Daniel Wilkens, Jr. and Neil Goodwin of Trinity Solar, LLC, effective 10/7/2024 to 12/31/2024. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Hawkers & Peddlers License for Trinity Solar, LLC : Brian Kenned Daniel Wilkins, Jr., and Neil Goodwin G
Vote to Approve Hawkers & Peddlers License for Trinity Solar, LLC : Brian Kenned Daniel Wilkins, Jr., and Neil Goodwin G
From the minutes
“Solas- motion to approve and sign a Hawkers & Peddlers Livery License for Ehap Dawood and Mina Short of St. Mary and St. Philopateer, Inc. effective 10/7/2024 to 12/31/2024. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (second: Johnson)
Vote Appointments for: CPC Mason Turcotte and Mary F. Solas and Rehoboth Agricultural & Natural Resources Preservatio…
Appoint Mason Turcotte to CPC as the Historical Commission Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2027
To appoint Mason Turcotte to CPC as the Historical Commission Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2027
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion to appoint Mason Turcotte to CPC as the Historical Commission Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2027. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Reappoint Mary F. Solas to CPC as the Parks Commission Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2027
To reappoint Mary F. Solas to CPC as the Parks Commission Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2027
Yes: Johnson, Mills, Pereira, VadnaisAbstained: Solas
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion to reappoint Mary F. Solas to CPC as the Parks Commission Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2027. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0 Selectman Solas abstained..” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Appoint Edward J. Bertozzi, Jr. to Rehoboth Agricultural & Natural Resources Preservation Council as the Planning Board Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2025 - filling vacancy from W. Costa and finishing his t
To appoint Edward J. Bertozzi, Jr. to Rehoboth Agricultural & Natural Resources Preservation Council as the Planning Board Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2025 - filling vacancy from W. Costa and finishing his term
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion to appoint Edward J. Bertozzi, Jr. to Rehoboth Agricultural & Natural Resources Preservation Council as the Planning Board Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2025 - filling vacancy from W. Costa and finishing his term. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Appoint Arthur Gareau to Rehoboth Agricultural & Natural Resources Preservation Council as the Agricultural Commission Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2027
To appoint Arthur Gareau to Rehoboth Agricultural & Natural Resources Preservation Council as the Agricultural Commission Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2027
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion to appoint Arthur Gareau to Rehoboth Agricultural & Natural Resources Preservation Council as the Agricultural Commission Representative, effective 10/7/2024 to 6/30/2027. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve and Award Demers Bros
Approve and award the contract to Demers Bros. Rigging and Machinery Moving, Inc. for the moving of the first small museum building at Francis Farm for the total cost of $19,325.00
To approve and award the contract to Demers Bros. Rigging and Machinery Moving, Inc. for the moving of the first small museum building at Francis Farm for the total cost of $19,325.00
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion to approve and award the contract to Demers Bros. Rigging and Machinery Moving, Inc. for the moving of the first small museum building at Francis Farm for the total cost of $19,325.00. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote to Aj of $30,000 rove and Sign “Best Practice Grant” for Centralized HR/Personnel Operations
Approve and sign the Rules and Regulations for Title 5, per MGL Chapter 111, Sec 31 Health Regulations and 310 CMR 15.000 MA State Environmental Code as submitted by BOH
To approve and sign the Rules and Regulations for Title 5, per MGL Chapter 111, Sec 31 Health Regulations and 310 CMR 15.000 MA State Environmental Code as submitted by BOH
From the minutes
“D. Pereira- motion to approve and sign the Rules and Regulations for Title 5, per MGL Chapter 111, Sec 31 Health Regulations and 310 CMR 15.000 MA State Environmental Code as submitted by BOH. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve One Day Liquor License for Rehoboth Have a Heart, Inc Fundraiser at 61 Reed Street Rehoboth Have a He…
Vote to Approve One Day Liquor License for Rehoboth Have a Heart, Inc Fundraiser at 61 Reed Street Rehoboth Have a Heart, Inc
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“The firing range will be closed during the sale of alcoholic beverages G..Solas- motion to approve the One Day Liquor License for Rehoboth Have a Heart, Inc for Malt beverages, from 6pm to 10pm on 10/18/2024. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (second: Pereira)
Adjourn the Regular Session at 7:32 PM
To adjourn the Regular Session at 7:32 PM
From the minutes
“R. Johnson motioned to adjourn the Regular Session at 7:32 PM. Second by Selectman D. Pereira. Vote 5-0.” (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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