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August 25, 2025
19 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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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
Ratify the Warrant listing for August 18": Payroll $20,178.56; Withholding Warrant $49,330.30; Warrant $3,241,223.19
To ratify the Warrant listing for August 18": Payroll $20,178.56; Withholding Warrant $49,330.30; Warrant $3,241,223.19
Yes: Johnson, Pereira, VadnaisAbstained: Mills
From the minutes
“Motion made by R. Johnson - vote to ratify the Warrant listing for August 18": Payroll $20,178.56; Withholding Warrant $49,330.30; Warrant $3,241,223.19. Second D. Pereira, Vote 3-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Accept the Warrant for August 25th: Payroll $196,745.49; Withholding Warrant $194,041.58; Warrant $119,462.99; Refund Warrant $7,222.43; Veterans Warrant $3,603.46
To accept the Warrant for August 25th: Payroll $196,745.49; Withholding Warrant $194,041.58; Warrant $119,462.99; Refund Warrant $7,222.43; Veterans Warrant $3,603.46
Yes: Johnson, Pereira, VadnaisAbstained: Mills
From the minutes
“Motion made by R. Johnson — to accept the Warrant for August 25th: Payroll $196,745.49; Withholding Warrant $194,041.58; Warrant $119,462.99; Refund Warrant $7,222.43; Veterans Warrant $3,603.46. Second D. Pereira. Vote 3-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Accept the Regular Minutes for 8/11/2025; motion to approve
To accept the Regular Minutes for 8/11/2025; motion to approve
From the minutes
“Motion made by R. Johnson- to accept the Regular Minutes for 8/11/2025; motion to approve. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Ms. Nardi & Chartier have done several yard sales, and each time donation to a different department. ‘In the past donations have beer given to the Animal Shelter, the Fire Department and this year decided to give to the
Ms. Nardi & Chartier have done several yard sales, and each time donation to a different department. ‘In the past donations have beer given to the Animal Shelter, the Fire Department and this year decided to give to the Senior Center. It’s amazing to see young people taking the initiative and giving to the community. A check was presented to Linda ‘Linna’ Sherman, in the-arount of $1,178.00. The Chair requested the Town Administrator draft a letter thanking Ms. Nardi and Ms. Chartier, on behalf of the Board. Elizabeth Doyle, Interim HHS Director introduced Mr. & Mrs. Joseph and Arlene Baptiste, who are active members of the Senior Center, as representatives of those that the donation will help. Mr. Baptiste took the opportunity to not only thank Brianna & Dakota, but also the Board and the community. Amended vote by D; Pereira- vote to accept donation of $1,178.00, for the senior center
From the minutes
“D. Pereira- Ms. Nardi & Chartier have done several yard sales, and each time donation to a different department. ‘In the past donations have beer given to the Animal Shelter, the Fire Department and this year decided to give to the Senior Center. It’s amazing to see young people taking the initiative and giving to the community. A check was presented to Linda ‘Linna’ Sherman, in the-arount of $1,178.00. The Chair … Elizabeth Doyle, Interim HHS Director introduced Mr. & Mrs. Joseph and Arlene Baptiste, who are active members of the Senior Center, as representatives of those that the donation will help. Mr. Baptiste took the opportunity to not only thank Brianna & Dakota, but also the Board and the community. Amended vote by D; Pereira- vote to accept donation of $1,178.00, for the senior center. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Johnson)
7:15P Pole Hearing-Danforth Street and Rocky Hill Road
And seconded by Selectman Pereira, to open the Public Hearing
And seconded by Selectman Pereira, to open the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Johnson, and seconded by Selectman Pereira, to open the Public Hearing. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Johnson, aye; Pereira, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson)
And seconded by Selectman Pereira, to close the Public Hearing
And seconded by Selectman Pereira, to close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Johnson, and seconded by Selectman Pereira, to close the Public Hearing. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Johnson, aye; Pereira, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson)
7:15P Pole Hearing-Danforth Street and Rocky Hill Road Motion made by Selectman Johnson, and seconded by Selectman Pe…
Approve the 7 JO Poles and 7 midspan poles for petition 28848972C Danforth Street, and allow to lay & maintain underground laterals, cables, and wires on Danforth St and intersecting public ways
To approve the 7 JO Poles and 7 midspan poles for petition 28848972C Danforth Street, and allow to lay & maintain underground laterals, cables, and wires on Danforth St and intersecting public ways
From the minutes
“R, Johnson- motion to approve the 7 JO Poles and 7 midspan poles for petition 28848972C Danforth Street, and allow to lay & maintain underground laterals, cables, and wires on Danforth St and intersecting public ways. Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Mills)
Motion (wording not clear in the minutes)
From the minutes
“motion vote to approve the 5 JO Poles and 5 midspan poles for petition 28848972D Rocky Hill Road, and ailow to lay & maintain underground laterals, cables, and wires on Rocky Hili Road and intersecting public ways. Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (second: Mills)
Allow Oakdale Farm to have their event on September 13*", as long as the vendor compliance checklist goes to all the vendors and lists the Town of Rehoboth on the Certificate of Insurance. O Transient Vendor License Cl F
To allow Oakdale Farm to have their event on September 13*", as long as the vendor compliance checklist goes to all the vendors and lists the Town of Rehoboth on the Certificate of Insurance. O Transient Vendor License Cl Food Permit (if applicable) C1 Alcohol License (if applicable) CO Sales. Tax Certificate CO Professional License (e.g., cosmetology) C1 Certificate of Insurance (COI) O Workers’ Compensation (if employees) © Set-Up Time Confirmed Oo Breakdown Time Confirmed Cl Booth Location Assigned CO Fire Safety Compliance (if applicable) Chairman Vadnais ‘adding to the motion- require the organizer to have all vendors be in compliance with the checklist. The Event organizer is required to provide the Town with a copy of the insurance binder with the Town listed as additionally insured. Also, requiring Hawkers & Peddlers, which includes COl
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson- to allow Oakdale Farm to have their event on September 13*", as long as the vendor compliance checklist goes to all the vendors and lists the Town of Rehoboth on the Certificate of Insurance. O Transient Vendor License Cl Food Permit (if applicable) C1 Alcohol License (if applicable) CO Sales. Tax Certificate CO Professional License (e.g., cosmetology) C1 Certificate of Insurance (COI) O … Confirmed Cl Booth Location Assigned CO Fire Safety Compliance (if applicable) Chairman Vadnais ‘adding to the motion- require the organizer to have all vendors be in compliance with the checklist. The Event organizer is required to provide the Town with a copy of the insurance binder with the Town listed as additionally insured. Also, requiring Hawkers & Peddlers, which includes COl. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Vote Land Donation: Manwhague Swamp Parcels: 17-M56E, 17-M99 and 17-M107 and Linden Lane Open Space Parcel 27-56
Pursuant to MGL Ch. 40 Sec. 8C, | hereby move that the Board of Selectmen approve the donation of land by Ferreira Construction Co., Inc., being parcel 27-56 on the Town of Rehoboth's Assessors maps, and to approve the d
Pursuant to MGL Ch. 40 Sec. 8C, | hereby move that the Board of Selectmen approve the donation of land by Ferreira Construction Co., Inc., being parcel 27-56 on the Town of Rehoboth's Assessors maps, and to approve the donation of land by Middlebrook Investments, LLC, being parceis 17-M56E, 17-M99, and 17-M107 on the Town of Rehoboth's Assessors maps, all to be held under the care, custody, and control of the Conservation Commission
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson- Pursuant to MGL Ch. 40 Sec. 8C, | hereby move that the Board of Selectmen approve the donation of land by Ferreira Construction Co., Inc., being parcel 27-56 on the Town of Rehoboth's Assessors maps, and to approve the donation of land by Middlebrook Investments, LLC, being parceis 17-M56E, 17-M99, and 17-M107 on the Town of Rehoboth's Assessors maps, all to be held under the care, custody, and control of the Conservation Commission. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Quote from Demers Bros Rigging & Machinery Moving, Inc of $28,375 to Move 2nd Museum Building '
Approve the quote received from Demers Bros. Rigging & Machinery Moving, Inc., for $28,375.00, to move second.Museum Building
To approve the quote received from Demers Bros. Rigging & Machinery Moving, Inc., for $28,375.00, to move second.Museum Building
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion to approve the quote received from Demers Bros. Rigging & Machinery Moving, Inc., for $28,375.00, to move second.Museum Building. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Vote to Appoint Kristen Brescia and Cynthia Lee as Election Workers-Precinct 4
Mation to appoint Kristen Brescia and Cynthia Lee as Election Workers-Precinct 4-inspectors- Unenrolled
Mation to appoint Kristen Brescia and Cynthia Lee as Election Workers-Precinct 4-inspectors- Unenrolled
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- mation to appoint Kristen Brescia and Cynthia Lee as Election Workers-Precinct 4-inspectors- Unenrolled. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Quote from Demers Bros Rigging & Machinery Moving, Inc of $28,375 to Move 2nd Museum Building '
Approve and sign the One-Day Gaming License for Beano for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity for Sept 7th and Nov 7th 2025
To approve and sign the One-Day Gaming License for Beano for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity for Sept 7th and Nov 7th 2025
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion to approve and sign the One-Day Gaming License for Beano for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity for Sept 7th and Nov 7th 2025. Second by D. Pereira: Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Hawker & Peddler License for Hernan Avila-Renewal by Andersen
Mation to approve a Hawker & Peddler License for Hernan Avila from Renewal by Andersen, effective 8/25/2025 to 12/31/2025
Mation to approve a Hawker & Peddler License for Hernan Avila from Renewal by Andersen, effective 8/25/2025 to 12/31/2025
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- mation to approve a Hawker & Peddler License for Hernan Avila from Renewal by Andersen, effective 8/25/2025 to 12/31/2025. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Hawker & Peddler License for Hernan Avila-Renewal by Andersen R. Johnson- mation to approve a Hawker …
Vote to Approve Hawker & Peddler License for Hernan Avila-Renewal by Andersen R. Johnson- mation to approve a Hawker & Peddler License for Hernan Avil
From the minutes
“Action Item (9) Vote to Approve Disco Duck Running Festival Road Race 5K/5MI R; Johnson- motion to approve the Disco Duck Running Festival Road Race for Sept 28th at Francis Farm, per the submitted request and map. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (second: Pereira)
Vote to Re-Appoint: Constables-Kenneth Abrams II, William Carmichael, Francisco Gouveia, Mark Hass, Russell Richmond,…
Re-appoint the following individuals, effective 7/1/2025-6/30/2026: Constables -Kenneth Abrams II, William Carmichael, Francisco Gouveia, Mark Hass, Russell Richmond, Jr. Sandra Phillips - Matron Rehoboth Police Dept Joh
To re-appoint the following individuals, effective 7/1/2025-6/30/2026: Constables -Kenneth Abrams II, William Carmichael, Francisco Gouveia, Mark Hass, Russell Richmond, Jr. Sandra Phillips - Matron Rehoboth Police Dept John “Jake” Kramer - Veteran’s Grave Officer Richard Charbonneau - Director of Food Services Melissa Shea - Outreach & Human Services Coordinator Geraldine Hamel - Infectious Disease Coordinator Kevin Chace - Highway Superintendent Michael Viveiros - Building Maintenance Superintendent Laura:Schwall - Census:Liaison, E-911 Municipal Liaison, and Election Administrator Fence Viewer Michael Deignan, and William McDonough Brian McKearney - Field Driver William Dalpe - Fish Warden and Harbormaster Normand Miranda, Jr. - Traffic Control Unit Raymond White - Sealer of Weights & Measures Stephanie Reis - Part-Time Public Health Nurse Lisa Dias-Cabral - SMHG Representative Deborah Arruda - Alternate SMHG Representative Kate Feodoroff - Special Labor, Town Counsel Jay Talerman - Town Counsel Eric Brainsky - Special Municipal Counsel Arthur Pierce - Town Historian
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson- vote to re-appoint the following individuals, effective 7/1/2025-6/30/2026: Constables -Kenneth Abrams II, William Carmichael, Francisco Gouveia, Mark Hass, Russell Richmond, Jr. Sandra Phillips - Matron Rehoboth Police Dept John “Jake” Kramer - Veteran’s Grave Officer Richard Charbonneau - Director of Food Services Melissa Shea - Outreach & Human Services Coordinator Geraldine Hamel - … and Harbormaster Normand Miranda, Jr. - Traffic Control Unit Raymond White - Sealer of Weights & Measures Stephanie Reis - Part-Time Public Health Nurse Lisa Dias-Cabral - SMHG Representative Deborah Arruda - Alternate SMHG Representative Kate Feodoroff - Special Labor, Town Counsel Jay Talerman - Town Counsel Eric Brainsky - Special Municipal Counsel Arthur Pierce - Town Historian Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Mills)
Re-appoint Robert Johnson as Measurer of Wood and Lumber, Moth Superintendent, and Field Driver, effective 7/1/2025-6/30/2026
To re-appoint Robert Johnson as Measurer of Wood and Lumber, Moth Superintendent, and Field Driver, effective 7/1/2025-6/30/2026
Yes: Mills, Pereira, VadnaisAbstained: Johnson
From the minutes
“Motion by Chairman Vadnais- vote to re-appoint Robert Johnson as Measurer of Wood and Lumber, Moth Superintendent, and Field Driver, effective 7/1/2025-6/30/2026. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 3-0 Selectman Johnson abstained..” (Motion: Vadnais, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Sign Placement for the Fall Bazaar from the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club, tnc
Approve sign placement, as submitted by the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club, Inc, for the upcoming Fall Bazaar on October 18', 2025
To approve sign placement, as submitted by the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club, Inc, for the upcoming Fall Bazaar on October 18', 2025
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion vote to approve sign placement, as submitted by the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club, Inc, for the upcoming Fall Bazaar on October 18', 2025. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
7:15P Pole Hearing-Danforth Street and Rocky Hill Road
Adjourn – 7:15P Pole Hearing-Danforth Street and Rocky Hill Road
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Johnson to adjourn. Second by Selectman Pereira. 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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