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December 9, 2024
12 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Leonard “Lenny” Mills Jr., George Solas, Robert Johnson II, David J. Pereira II
Absent: Frederick “Skip” Vadnais Jr.
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Enter Executive Session at 6:03 PM MGL CHAPTER 30A, §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 posi
To enter Executive Session at 6:03 PM MGL CHAPTER 30A, §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; (7) to review and approve Executive Session Minutes — 10/21/2024 — tabled from previous meeting Consent Agenda
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 Mills, seconded by Selectman Johnson, it was voted to enter Executive Session at 6:03 PM MGL CHAPTER 30A, §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; (7) to review and approve Executive Session Minutes — 10/21/2024 — tabled from previous meeting Consent Agenda.” (Motion: Mills)
The Warrant listing for December 9, 2024: Payroll $193,760.62; Withholdings $39,048.54; Supplemental Withholdings Warrant $224.23; Warrant $370,543.80; Refund Warrant $632.27; motion to approve
The Warrant listing for December 9, 2024: Payroll $193,760.62; Withholdings $39,048.54; Supplemental Withholdings Warrant $224.23; Warrant $370,543.80; Refund Warrant $632.27; motion to approve
Yes: Johnson, Pereira, SolasAbstained: Mills
From the minutes
“G. Solas- the Warrant listing for December 9, 2024: Payroll $193,760.62; Withholdings $39,048.54; Supplemental Withholdings Warrant $224.23; Warrant $370,543.80; Refund Warrant $632.27; motion to approve. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 3-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approved the Regular Minutes for 11/18 and 12/2
To approved the Regular Minutes for 11/18 and 12/2
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approved the Regular Minutes for 11/18 and 12/2. Second by Selectman R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Agreement Between TOR and North Bristol County Public Alliance Inter-Municipal Town Nurse Geri Hamel …
Vote to Approve Agreement Between TOR and North Bristol County Public Alliance Inter-Municipal Town Nurse Geri Hamel was present to explain the servic
From the minutes
“Pereira- motion to approve and sign the agreement between TOR and the North Bristol County Public Alliance Inter-Municipal, for a 3-year term. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (second: Johnson)
The municipalities involved are: North Attleboro, City of Attleboro, Town of Berkely, Town of Dighton, Town of Rehoboth and the City of Taunton. Selectman Pereira introduced Acting Chief DiBacco and Patrolman Aguiar to s
The municipalities involved are: North Attleboro, City of Attleboro, Town of Berkely, Town of Dighton, Town of Rehoboth and the City of Taunton. Selectman Pereira introduced Acting Chief DiBacco and Patrolman Aguiar to speak to and update the residents on what the Police Department has been involved in. ‘Acting Chief DiBacco began by talking about the department’s participation in the ‘No Shave November ‘Campaign’. where officers opt to donate $50 per month (November & December) or a dollar amount which may be used within a month for shaving products. The donations go to different causes each year. Patrolman Aguiar talked about multi-agency training having to do with life safety and the benefits to the residents. Example: training like Rescue Task Force (RTF) which teaches first responders how to work together to safely enter hostile environments and quickly the injured and evacuate them. This training can be used in all public, private schools, businesses, etc. The Officers have been doing mock active shooter (using different scenarios) training in the old Town Hall, at 148 Peck Street. Patrolman Aguiar also spoke to the fact that the Town is always looking for the next generation’s involvement — Thank you to the Board and the community for providing the Police Department space to train. The Town of Rehoboth is able to host multi agency and multi municipality training. NEW BUSINESS: Action Item (1) Vote to Approve a Public Review for Revised Electricity Aggregation Plan G: Solas- motion to approve a public review for revised electricity aggregation plan beginning December 9th and concluding on January 13, 2025
From the minutes
“Selectman Solas- the municipalities involved are: North Attleboro, City of Attleboro, Town of Berkely, Town of Dighton, Town of Rehoboth and the City of Taunton. Selectman Pereira introduced Acting Chief DiBacco and Patrolman Aguiar to speak to and update the residents on what the Police Department has been involved in. ‘Acting Chief DiBacco began by talking about the department’s participation in the ‘No Shave … for providing the Police Department space to train. The Town of Rehoboth is able to host multi agency and multi municipality training. NEW BUSINESS: Action Item (1) Vote to Approve a Public Review for Revised Electricity Aggregation Plan G: Solas- motion to approve a public review for revised electricity aggregation plan beginning December 9th and concluding on January 13, 2025. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Pereira)
Vote to Ratify Approval of a One Day Liquor License for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity
Ratify the approval of a One Day All Alcohol liquor license for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity on 12/6/2024 from 6pm to 11pm
To ratify the approval of a One Day All Alcohol liquor license for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity on 12/6/2024 from 6pm to 11pm
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to ratify the approval of a One Day All Alcohol liquor license for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity on 12/6/2024 from 6pm to 11pm. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Re-vote ZBA Member Appointments for Richard Barrett and Raymond Olivier
Re-appoint Richard Barrett as member to the ZBA effective 7/1/2024- 6/30/2029
To re-appoint Richard Barrett as member to the ZBA effective 7/1/2024- 6/30/2029
Yes: Johnson, Mills, SolasAbstained: Pereira
From the minutes
“Motion made by G. Solas- vote to re-appoint Richard Barrett as member to the ZBA effective 7/1/2024- 6/30/2029. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 3-0 Selectman Pereira abstained..” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Award Playground System Bid
Award the playground project to Kompan Austin TX for $306,521.21
To award the playground project to Kompan Austin TX for $306,521.21
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson- vote to award the playground project to Kompan Austin TX for $306,521.21. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve 2025 Auto Renewals Licenses for: Class ll: Manny & Sons Auto Repair & Tire Center, Inc; First Stop Au…
Approve the 2025 Auto Renewals Licenses for Class {I Licenses, effective 1/1/2025 through 12/31/2025: Manny & Sons Auto Repair & Tire Center, Inc; First Stop Auto Sales, LLC; Fournier Auto & Truck Sales, LLC; Big Al’s Us
To approve the 2025 Auto Renewals Licenses for Class {I Licenses, effective 1/1/2025 through 12/31/2025: Manny & Sons Auto Repair & Tire Center, Inc; First Stop Auto Sales, LLC; Fournier Auto & Truck Sales, LLC; Big Al’s Used Cars; B&B Equipment Sales, Inc.; AP Auto Sales; AutoShow Sales & Service, LLC; Anawan Auto
From the minutes
“Motion made by G. Solas- to approve the 2025 Auto Renewals Licenses for Class {I Licenses, effective 1/1/2025 through 12/31/2025: Manny & Sons Auto Repair & Tire Center, Inc; First Stop Auto Sales, LLC; Fournier Auto & Truck Sales, LLC; Big Al’s Used Cars; B&B Equipment Sales, Inc.; AP Auto Sales; AutoShow Sales & Service, LLC; Anawan Auto. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Re-vote ZBA Member Appointments for Richard Barrett and Raymond Olivier
Approve the 2025 Auto Renewals Licenses for Class III Junk Dealers Licenses, effective 1/1/2025 through 12/31/2025: Jerry’s Auto Salvage Reeds Junk Yard, Inc
To approve the 2025 Auto Renewals Licenses for Class III Junk Dealers Licenses, effective 1/1/2025 through 12/31/2025: Jerry’s Auto Salvage Reeds Junk Yard, Inc
From the minutes
“Motion made by G. Solas- vote to approve the 2025 Auto Renewals Licenses for Class III Junk Dealers Licenses, effective 1/1/2025 through 12/31/2025: Jerry’s Auto Salvage Reeds Junk Yard, Inc. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Review and Vote to Exercise or Not to Exercise the Town’s Right of First Refusal for Chapter 61A Land- Assessor’s Map…
The Board of Selectmen vote to not exercise their right of first refusal for the parcel found on a portion of Fall River Ave, Assessor's Map 1 Lot 26
The Board of Selectmen vote to not exercise their right of first refusal for the parcel found on a portion of Fall River Ave, Assessor's Map 1 Lot 26
From the minutes
“Motion made by G. Solas- the Board of Selectmen vote to not exercise their right of first refusal for the parcel found on a portion of Fall River Ave, Assessor's Map 1 Lot 26. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
And seconded by Selectman Solas, at 7:40 PM
And seconded by Selectman Solas, at 7:40 PM
From the minutes
“Motion to adjourn made by Selectman Johnson, and seconded by Selectman Solas, at 7:40 PM. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: 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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