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September 22, 2025
23 recorded votes, 19 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
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session at 6:30 PM pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 390A, §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 li
To enter Executive Session at 6:30 PM pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 390A, §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 comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or -federal grant-in-aid requirement
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 6:30 PM pursuant to MGL CHAPTER 390A, §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 comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or -federal grant-in-aid requirement..” (Motion: Solas)
Accept the Warrant for September 22, 2025: Payroll $173,225.25; Withholding Warrant $49,016.18; Warrant $200,252.73; Refund Warrant $1,957.09; Refund Warrant $2,594.81; Veterans Warrant $3,479.46
To accept the Warrant for September 22, 2025: Payroll $173,225.25; Withholding Warrant $49,016.18; Warrant $200,252.73; Refund Warrant $1,957.09; Refund Warrant $2,594.81; Veterans Warrant $3,479.46
The names in the minutes do not match the count (3-0), so individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“G. Solas — to accept the Warrant for September 22, 2025: Payroll $173,225.25; Withholding Warrant $49,016.18; Warrant $200,252.73; Refund Warrant $1,957.09; Refund Warrant $2,594.81; Veterans Warrant $3,479.46. Second R. Johnson. Vote 3-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Ratify Warrant for September 15, 2025: Payroll $191,284.45; Withholding Warrant $48,987.95; Warrant $227,474.90; motion to approve
Ratify Warrant for September 15, 2025: Payroll $191,284.45; Withholding Warrant $48,987.95; Warrant $227,474.90; motion to approve
The names in the minutes do not match the count (3-0), so individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“G. Solas- ratify Warrant for September 15, 2025: Payroll $191,284.45; Withholding Warrant $48,987.95; Warrant $227,474.90; motion to approve. Second R. Johnson, Vote 3-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Minutes of August 25, 2025; motion to approve
Minutes of August 25, 2025; motion to approve
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“G. Solas- minutes of August 25, 2025; motion to approve. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Added that CivicPlus is managing the website. The State requires that when an agenda is posted, it has locks and only the Town Clerk may make changes. The software that was being proposed is very different than what the
Added that CivicPlus is managing the website. The State requires that when an agenda is posted, it has locks and only the Town Clerk may make changes. The software that was being proposed is very different than what the town already has- they were reluctant to make changes- we're not the only town with issues with the software — after going back and forth, the Town Clerk Laura Schwall will be the one to test the new software product which CivicPlus will start offering to the country. NEW BUSINESS: Action Item (1) Discussion: Blizzard of Giving Kick-Off-Kathy Edington, with possible action Cathy Edington came before the Board to thank and remind the Board and every one of the Rehoboth Blizzard of Giving’s mission — “to serve the community by providing Christmas gifts, holiday support, and special occasion needs tc Rehoboth children, and their families, who are facing challenging times in their lives’. With the holidays getting close, for families wishing to request holiday gifts visit Board of Selectmen. Meeting Minutes 9/22/2025 Page 2 of 10 Pages rehobothblizzardofgiving:org — Those wishing to donate may mail a donation to Cathy Edington, 61 Reservoir Avenue, Rehoboth MA or take a snowflake off boards which will be placed around town just before Thanksgiving - the snowflake go on the wrapped gifts which are then returned to boxes in town or, call 508-966-8122 or email rehobothblizzard@gmail.com to adopt a family. Selectman Mills suggested information be shared with the community through the digital board, in front of the Town Hail. Action Item (2) Discussion: Veterans Agent Jake Kramer RE: Town Flag Redesign; War Memorial-Palmer River Fundraiser; and Plaque Dedications, with possible action Veterans Agent Jake Kramer, 57 Tremont Street- the Rehoboth People Have a Heart will, again, sponsor the Veterans’ Day dinner — ‘the Ceremony will be 11-11 at 11 —- on November 11" at 11am over at the corner of Danforth and RT44. Dinrier will be immediately following the ceremony. Compliments to the Town Fair, and the Public Safety events people -the Parks Commission was very pleased with thé outcome and how thé grounds at Red Way Plain and Veterans Memorial were taken care of. The music festival had 9 events this year and, one more festival will be added next year. Thanks to Selectman Johnson for assisting. . The Christmas trees lighting - December 6" at’ the Veterans Memorial, in conjunction with Rehoboth Police Department's Toys in Trunk. Santa Claus will be there. Followed by Wreaths Across America event. Currently they are at 300 wreaths sold and the goal is 600 wreaths. Information will be on the Town Veterans web page. ‘ ‘ The Cemetery Commission would like to thank the Forestry & Highway Departments for the outstanding job, over on Lake Street, at the Memorial Gardens. Kudos! The Rehoboth 375" Anniversary- the Town Events Committee had purchased a bronze plaque for the boider in front-of Palmer River School. Due to circumstances, it was never received. The Plaque has now been installed at the location of the 350" & 375" time capsules. Note: There is no 325" time.capsule due to certain individuals having dug it up from its location and later thrown out. The War Memorial — the Town has three sites ‘giving credit to all those who have served’ and has no Vietnam or War on Terror wall. Building the walt is estimated at $7,800 and the bronze plaque is estimated at $8-10,000. This project will take several years and the Board is being asked for permission to create a fund drive for constructing the brick watl — work can only be started next summer, with a goal to have it done within S years. The plan is to reach out to a master email list of approximately 530 Veterans with the objective of. at least getting the Veterans bronze plaque done. Since the War on Terror is ongoing, research is still being done on how to add names in the future. Asking the Board to be able to continue utilizing the current Veterans Gift Fund, which is a revolving account for the brick at the and use the funds at the War Memorial at Palmer River School. D: Pereira— Allow Jake to move forward with preparation for fundraisers, to help raise money for the War Memorial, at the Palmer River School and also to utilize that revolving account that’s already set up to help fund the project
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Selectman Solas- added that CivicPlus is managing the website. The State requires that when an agenda is posted, it has locks and only the Town Clerk may make changes. The software that was being proposed is very different than what the town already has- they were reluctant to make changes- we're not the only town with issues with the software — after going back and forth, the Town Clerk Laura Schwall will be the … utilizing the current Veterans Gift Fund, which is a revolving account for the brick at the and use the funds at the War Memorial at Palmer River School. D: Pereira— Allow Jake to move forward with preparation for fundraisers, to help raise money for the War Memorial, at the Palmer River School and also to utilize that revolving account that’s already set up to help fund the project. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
7:30 PM Pole Hearing: Fairview Avenue Pole Hearing for Fairview Avenue to install 2 JO Poles and 2 midspan poles
7:30 PM Pole Hearing: Fairview Avenue Pole Hearing for Fairview Avenue to install 2 JO Poles and 2 midspan poles
Yes: Johnson, Mills, Pereira, Solas
From the minutes
“motion to open the Public Hearing for Fairview Avenue to install 2 JO Poles and 2 midspan poles. Second by R. Johnson. Roll call: Pereira, aye; Johnson, aye; Solas, aye; Mills, aye. Vote 4-0.” (second: Johnson)
Yes: Johnson, Mills, Pereira, Solas
From the minutes
“The Vice Chair requested a motion to close the public hearing. Motion made . by R. Johnson to close the Public Hearing. Second by D. Pereira. Roll call: Pereira, aye; Johnson, aye; Solas, aye; Mills, aye. Vote 4-0.” (second: Pereira)
Ta approve Petition 30987470 for 2 Joint-Owned Poles and 2 Midspan Poles on Fairview Avenue, as submitted
Ta approve Petition 30987470 for 2 Joint-Owned Poles and 2 Midspan Poles on Fairview Avenue, as submitted
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion ta approve Petition 30987470 for 2 Joint-Owned Poles and 2 Midspan Poles on Fairview Avenue, as submitted. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Ratification Vote: One Day Entertainment License-Oakdale Farm 61 Wheaton Avenue
Ratify approval of a One-Day Entertainment License for Oakdale Farms, at 61 Wheaton Avenue, for 9/13 from 10 am to 3 pm
To ratify approval of a One-Day Entertainment License for Oakdale Farms, at 61 Wheaton Avenue, for 9/13 from 10 am to 3 pm
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“G. Solas- vote to ratify approval of a One-Day Entertainment License for Oakdale Farms, at 61 Wheaton Avenue, for 9/13 from 10 am to 3 pm. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Citation for Lt
Approve and sign the citation for Lt. Michael J. Bourdeau, from the Fire Department, for his 27 years of service
To approve and sign the citation for Lt. Michael J. Bourdeau, from the Fire Department, for his 27 years of service
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve and sign the citation for Lt. Michael J. Bourdeau, from the Fire Department, for his 27 years of service. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
7:45PM Remand Continuance Hearing-European Motor Sports-Barry R. Bixby
Continue the Remand Hearing Pursuant to Judgement in Civil Action 2173CV00823
To Continue the Remand Hearing Pursuant to Judgement in Civil Action 2173CV00823
Yes: Johnson, Mills, Pereira, Solas
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to Continue the Remand Hearing Pursuant to Judgement in Civil Action 2173CV00823. Second D. Pereira. Roll call: Pereira, aye; Johnson, aye; Solas, aye; Mills, aye: Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Pereira)
Continue this hearing to October 20°, at 7:30p at Francis Hall
To continue this hearing to October 20°, at 7:30p at Francis Hall
Yes: Johnson, Mills, Pereira, Solas
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion to continue this hearing to October 20°, at 7:30p at Francis Hall. Second by D. Pereira. Roll call: Pereira, aye; Johnson, aye; Solas, aye; Mills, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Date Change for Disco Duck Road Race
Approve date change for the Disco Duck Road Race from 9/28/2025 to 12/7/2025
To approve date change for the Disco Duck Road Race from 9/28/2025 to 12/7/2025
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“G. Solas- motion to approve date change for the Disco Duck Road Race from 9/28/2025 to 12/7/2025. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Chapter 90 Project 25-07 Line Painting for $43,874.08
Approve Chapter 90 project 25-07, for line painting, for a total of i 874.08
To approve Chapter 90 project 25-07, for line painting, for a total of i 874.08
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- motion to approve Chapter 90 project 25-07, for line painting, for a total of i 874.08. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote to Reappoint: Michael Borden — Traffic Control Unit
Reappoint Michael Borden to the Traffic Controt Unit; effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
To reappoint Michael Borden to the Traffic Controt Unit; effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“G. Solas- vote to reappoint Michael Borden to the Traffic Controt Unit; effective 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026. Second by D, Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Fire Chief Contract — Mark Haskell
Approve and. sign Mark Haskell’s contract as Fire Chief, effective 10/1/2025 to 6/30/2028
To approve and. sign Mark Haskell’s contract as Fire Chief, effective 10/1/2025 to 6/30/2028
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“R. Johnson- vote to approve and. sign Mark Haskell’s contract as Fire Chief, effective 10/1/2025 to 6/30/2028. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Vote Appointments: Mark Haskell Fire Chief and Forest Fire Warden; Traffic Control Unit-Kris Ellinwood, Dernnis Bilod…
Appointment Mark Haskell Fire Chief, effective 10/1/2025-6/30/2028 and Forest Fire Warden effective 10/1/2025-6/30/2026; Traffic Control Unit-Kris Ellinwood, Dernnis Bilodeau, Nelson Resendes, effective 9/22/2025 to 6/30
To appointment Mark Haskell Fire Chief, effective 10/1/2025-6/30/2028 and Forest Fire Warden effective 10/1/2025-6/30/2026; Traffic Control Unit-Kris Ellinwood, Dernnis Bilodeau, Nelson Resendes, effective 9/22/2025 to 6/30/2026 and Francis Barresi, effective 10/1/2025 to 6/30/2026
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“R, Johnson- vote to appointment Mark Haskell Fire Chief, effective 10/1/2025-6/30/2028 and Forest Fire Warden effective 10/1/2025-6/30/2026; Traffic Control Unit-Kris Ellinwood, Dernnis Bilodeau, Nelson Resendes, effective 9/22/2025 to 6/30/2026 and Francis Barresi, effective 10/1/2025 to 6/30/2026. Second by D, Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Pereira)
Discussion: Drug and Alcohol Use Employee Policy, with possible action
Table – Discussion: Drug and Alcohol Use Employee Policy, with possible action
To table
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“D. Pereira- motion to table. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve and Sign Conservation Restriction on Sprague Road f for Wildlands Trust, Inc
Approve and grant the foregoing Conservation Restriction from the Town of Rehoboth Conservation Commission to Wildlands Trust, Inc. in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the MGL and to hereby ap
To approve and grant the foregoing Conservation Restriction from the Town of Rehoboth Conservation Commission to Wildlands Trust, Inc. in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the MGL and to hereby approve and grant the foregoing Conservation Restriction
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve and grant the foregoing Conservation Restriction from the Town of Rehoboth Conservation Commission to Wildlands Trust, Inc. in the public interest pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the MGL and to hereby approve and grant the foregoing Conservation Restriction. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve and sign License Agreements bétween the TOR and the Pinecroft School and Rehoboth Co-Ed Adult Softball League for the use of the North Rehoboth Ball Field located at 137 Tremont Street. Agreements are effective f
To approve and sign License Agreements bétween the TOR and the Pinecroft School and Rehoboth Co-Ed Adult Softball League for the use of the North Rehoboth Ball Field located at 137 Tremont Street. Agreements are effective from October 1, 2025, to December 31, 2035
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve and sign License Agreements bétween the TOR and the Pinecroft School and Rehoboth Co-Ed Adult Softball League for the use of the North Rehoboth Ball Field located at 137 Tremont Street. Agreements are effective from October 1, 2025, to December 31, 2035. Second by D. Pereira. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Pereira)
Vote to Approve Amendment Application for Cumberland Farms of Mass, Inc Store #2314 Change in Officers
Approve the change in officers from Cumberland Farms of Mass, Inc Store #2314, as submitted
To approve the change in officers from Cumberland Farms of Mass, Inc Store #2314, as submitted
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- Vote to approve the change in officers from Cumberland Farms of Mass, Inc Store #2314, as submitted. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Amendment Application for Cumberland Farms of Mass, Inc Store #2314 Change in Officers Motion by G. S…
Approve the employment contract between the Town of Rehoboth and Kar! Drown, effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027
To approve the employment contract between the Town of Rehoboth and Kar! Drown, effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“D. Pereira- vote to. approve the employment contract between the Town of Rehoboth and Kar! Drown, effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Johnson)
Adjourn
To adjourn
The minutes give the count (4-0) but not how each member voted.
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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