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July 14, 2025
18 recorded votes, 2 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 6:30 PM pursuant te 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 lit
To enter Executive Session at 6:30 PM pursuant te 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
The minutes record this vote with no count and no names, so only the result is shown.
From the minutes
“motion:made by Selectman Solas, seconded by Selectman Johnson, it was voted to enter Executive Session at 6:30 PM pursuant te 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..” (Motion: Solas)
Vote to Appoint Louis DiBacco as Police Chief
Approve Louis DiBacco as Police Chief, effective July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2031
To approve Louis DiBacco as Police Chief, effective July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2031
From the minutes
“Motion by L. Mills- vote to approve Louis DiBacco as Police Chief, effective July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2031. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Solas)
Vote to Appoint Louis DiBacco as Police Chief Motion by L. Mills- vote to approve Louis DiBacco as Police Chief, effe…
Ratify the Warrant for July 7, 2025: Payroll-Supplemental $1,221.20; Payroll $39,258.06; Payroll $120,742.05; Withholdings $46,518.92; Warrant $187,402.53; motion to approve
To ratify the Warrant for July 7, 2025: Payroll-Supplemental $1,221.20; Payroll $39,258.06; Payroll $120,742.05; Withholdings $46,518.92; Warrant $187,402.53; motion to approve
Yes: Johnson, Pereira, Solas, VadnaisAbstained: Mills
From the minutes
“Motion made by G. Solas- vote to ratify the Warrant for July 7, 2025: Payroll-Supplemental $1,221.20; Payroll $39,258.06; Payroll $120,742.05; Withholdings $46,518.92; Warrant $187,402.53; motion to approve. Second D. Pereira. Vote 4-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Solas, second: Pereira)
Regular Minutes to approve for 6/16/2025 and 6/30/2025; motion to approve
Regular Minutes to approve for 6/16/2025 and 6/30/2025; motion to approve
From the minutes
“G. Solas- Regular Minutes to approve for 6/16/2025 and 6/30/2025; motion to approve. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Discussion with Parks & Recreation Committee Regarding Committee Vacancy and Possible Appointment of New Member, with…
Appoint Lisa Halajko as a member to the Parks & Recreation Committee effective July 14, 2025 to April 7, 2026
To appoint Lisa Halajko as a member to the Parks & Recreation Committee effective July 14, 2025 to April 7, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion made by R. Johnson- vote to appoint Lisa Halajko as a member to the Parks & Recreation Committee effective July 14, 2025 to April 7, 2026. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Per our agreement with the Antiquarian Society for FY26 regarding library services, they are requesting their 1st payment disbursement of $161,325.00
Per our agreement with the Antiquarian Society for FY26 regarding library services, they are requesting their 1st payment disbursement of $161,325.00
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- Per our agreement with the Antiquarian Society for FY26 regarding library services, they are requesting their 1st payment disbursement of $161,325.00. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Payment to Fuss & O'Neill of $5000 for Stormwater Annual MS4 Reporting Services & Filing
Approve the payment to Fuss & O’Neill of $5000 for the Stormwater Annual MS4 réporting services and filing
To approve the payment to Fuss & O’Neill of $5000 for the Stormwater Annual MS4 réporting services and filing
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve the payment to Fuss & O’Neill of $5000 for the Stormwater Annual MS4 réporting services and filing. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve and Sign State 911 Department Training Grant Application for FY26 - $16,344.68
Approve and sign the State 911 Department Training Grant Application for FY26 in the total amount of $16,344:68
To approve and sign the State 911 Department Training Grant Application for FY26 in the total amount of $16,344:68
From the minutes
“Motion by L. Milis- vote to approve and sign the State 911 Department Training Grant Application for FY26 in the total amount of $16,344:68. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Solas)
Vote to Appoint Louis DiBacco as Police Chief
Approve and sign State 911 Department Public Safety Answering Point & Regional Emergency Communication Center Support & Incentive Grant application for FY26 for the total amount of $41,199.00
To approve and sign State 911 Department Public Safety Answering Point & Regional Emergency Communication Center Support & Incentive Grant application for FY26 for the total amount of $41,199.00
From the minutes
“Motion by L. Mills- vote to approve and sign State 911 Department Public Safety Answering Point & Regional Emergency Communication Center Support & Incentive Grant application for FY26 for the total amount of $41,199.00. Second by G. Solas. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Solas)
Vote to Appoint: Lisa Dias-Cabral-Collector/Treasurer, Susan Pimental- Interim Finance Director & Compliance; John “J…
Reappoint Lisa Dias-Cabral, Collector/Treasurer, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
To reappoint Lisa Dias-Cabral, Collector/Treasurer, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to reappoint Lisa Dias-Cabral, Collector/Treasurer, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Reappoint Susan Pimental — Interim Finance Director & Compliance, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
To reappoint Susan Pimental — Interim Finance Director & Compliance, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to reappoint Susan Pimental — Interim Finance Director & Compliance, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Reappoint John “Jake” Kramer-Director of Veterans’ Services, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
To reappoint John “Jake” Kramer-Director of Veterans’ Services, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Soias- vote to reappoint John “Jake” Kramer-Director of Veterans’ Services, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Reappoint Geraldine Hamel-Public Health Nurse, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
To reappoint Geraldine Hamel-Public Health Nurse, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to reappoint Geraldine Hamel-Public Health Nurse, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Pereira)
Reappoint Daniel Roach-Planning/Conservation Agent, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
To reappoint Daniel Roach-Planning/Conservation Agent, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to reappoint Daniel Roach-Planning/Conservation Agent, effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Pereira)
Vote to Appoint: Lisa Dias-Cabral-Collector/Treasurer, Susan Pimental- Interim Finance Director & Compliance; John “Jake” Kramer-Director of Veteran’s
From the minutes
“Action Item (8) Vote to Approve One Day Liquor Licenses for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity and Rumford Hunting & Fishing Club Motion by G: Solas- vote to approve a One Day Liquor License for All-Alcohol, for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity 43 Broad Street, on 7/26/2025 from 12 PM to 8 PM. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve One Day Liquor Licenses for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity and Rumford Hunting & Fishing Club Moti…
Approve One Day Liquor Licenses for Wine & Malt for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, 43 Broad Street, on 8/15/2025 from 6 PM to 12am and 8/16/2025 and 8/17/2025 from 12 PM to 12 AM
To approve One Day Liquor Licenses for Wine & Malt for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, 43 Broad Street, on 8/15/2025 from 6 PM to 12am and 8/16/2025 and 8/17/2025 from 12 PM to 12 AM
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Soias Vote to approve One Day Liquor Licenses for Wine & Malt for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, 43 Broad Street, on 8/15/2025 from 6 PM to 12am and 8/16/2025 and 8/17/2025 from 12 PM to 12 AM. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Payment to Fuss & O'Neill of $5000 for Stormwater Annual MS4 Reporting Services & Filing
Approve One Day Liquor License for Wine & Malt for Rumford Hunting & Fishing Club 165 Providence Street on 7/26/2025 from 2 PM to 7 PM
To approve One Day Liquor License for Wine & Malt for Rumford Hunting & Fishing Club 165 Providence Street on 7/26/2025 from 2 PM to 7 PM
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve One Day Liquor License for Wine & Malt for Rumford Hunting & Fishing Club 165 Providence Street on 7/26/2025 from 2 PM to 7 PM. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Johnson to adjourn. Second by Selectman Solas. Vote 5-0.” (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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