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March 23, 2026
44 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Frederick “Skip” Vadnais Jr., Leonard “Lenny” Mills Jr., George Solas, Robert Johnson II
Absent: David J. Pereira II
Every vote, in order
Ratify March 16, 2026: Payroll $153,548.48; Withholdings Warrant $38,355.95; Warrant $183,654.26; motion is to approve
Ratify March 16, 2026: Payroll $153,548.48; Withholdings Warrant $38,355.95; Warrant $183,654.26; motion is to approve
Yes: Johnson, Solas, VadnaisAbstained: Mills
From the minutes
“G. Solas- Ratify March 16, 2026: Payroll $153,548.48; Withholdings Warrant $38,355.95; Warrant $183,654.26; motion is to approve. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 3-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Motion (wording not clear in the minutes)
From the minutes
“Selectman Mills, so moved. Second by Selectman Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills)
Not to renew the Town Administrator’s or the Interim Director of Finance & Compliance contracts, based on the changing needs of the Town
Not to renew the Town Administrator’s or the Interim Director of Finance & Compliance contracts, based on the changing needs of the Town
The minutes record this vote with no count and no names, so only the result is shown.
From the minutes
“Chairman Vadnais- (at the same Executive Meeting) The Board voted not to renew the Town Administrator’s or the Interim Director of Finance & Compliance contracts, based on the changing needs of the Town..” (Motion: Vadnais)
Discussion: Drug & Alcohol Department Head Training, with possible action
Accept the Drug and Alcohol Department Head training program
To accept the Drug and Alcohol Department Head training program
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson- to accept the Drug and Alcohol Department Head training program. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve Riley Dustin as Full-Time Dispatcher
Approve Riley Dustin, as a full-time dispatcher
To approve Riley Dustin, as a full-time dispatcher
From the minutes
“Motion by L. Mills- vote to approve Riley Dustin, as a full-time dispatcher. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4- 0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve & Sign Warrant for 4/7/2026 Town Election
Approve and sign the April 7, 2026, Town Election Warrant as submitted by the Town Clerk
To approve and sign the April 7, 2026, Town Election Warrant as submitted by the Town Clerk
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve and sign the April 7, 2026, Town Election Warrant as submitted by the Town Clerk. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Riley Dustin as Full-Time Dispatcher
Approve the additional expenditure for the snow deficit of $420,585.14
To approve the additional expenditure for the snow deficit of $420,585.14
From the minutes
“Motion by L. Mills- vote to approve the additional expenditure for the snow deficit of $420,585.14. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve & Sign Warrant for 4/7/2026 Town Election
Appoint Dawn Menard-Town Accountant, as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -indefinite
To appoint Dawn Menard-Town Accountant, as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -indefinite
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to appoint Dawn Menard-Town Accountant, as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -indefinite. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Appoint Susan Pimental-Interim Director of Finance & Compliance as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -6/30/2026
To appoint Susan Pimental-Interim Director of Finance & Compliance as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -6/30/2026
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to appoint Susan Pimental-Interim Director of Finance & Compliance as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -6/30/2026. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Appoint Dennis Pereira as Board of Health Member
Appoint Dennis Pereira, as Board of Health Member, effective 3/23/2026 to 6/30/2028
To appoint Dennis Pereira, as Board of Health Member, effective 3/23/2026 to 6/30/2028
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson- vote to appoint Dennis Pereira, as Board of Health Member, effective 3/23/2026 to 6/30/2028. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote to Ratify One Day Liquor License for Rehoboth Republican Town Committee
Ratify the approval of the One-Day Malt Beverage License, for the Rehoboth Republican Town Committee held at 61 Reed Street from 6pm to 10pm, on 3/24/2026
To ratify the approval of the One-Day Malt Beverage License, for the Rehoboth Republican Town Committee held at 61 Reed Street from 6pm to 10pm, on 3/24/2026
Yes: Mills, Solas, VadnaisAbstained: Johnson
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to ratify the approval of the One-Day Malt Beverage License, for the Rehoboth Republican Town Committee held at 61 Reed Street from 6pm to 10pm, on 3/24/2026. Second by L. Mills. Vote 3-0 Selectman Johnson abstained..” (Motion: Solas, second: Mills)
Vote to Approve & Sign Warrant for 4/7/2026 Town Election
Approve One-Day All Alcohol licenses for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, at 43 Broad Street, on 4/10/26 from 6pm to Midnight and 4/25/26 from 5:30pm to Midnight
To approve One-Day All Alcohol licenses for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, at 43 Broad Street, on 4/10/26 from 6pm to Midnight and 4/25/26 from 5:30pm to Midnight
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve One-Day All Alcohol licenses for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, at 43 Broad Street, on 4/10/26 from 6pm to Midnight and 4/25/26 from 5:30pm to Midnight. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve the Cranky Crab Road Race, to be held on 5/17/2026
To approve the Cranky Crab Road Race, to be held on 5/17/2026
The minutes give a 5-0 count, but list only 4 members present, so individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve the Cranky Crab Road Race, to be held on 5/17/2026. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve Ellen Keeping, as a COA volunteer
To approve Ellen Keeping, as a COA volunteer
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve Ellen Keeping, as a COA volunteer. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Motion (wording not clear in the minutes)
From the minutes
“Selectman Mills, so moved. Second by Selectman Solas. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Solas, aye; Johnson, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills)
7:30 PM Pole Hearing for Pine Street Petition number 31247440 for Pine Street
7:30 PM Pole Hearing for Pine Street Petition number 31247440 for Pine Street
From the minutes
“Motion to close made by R. Johnson. Second by G. Solas. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Solas, aye; Johnson, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve & Sign Warrant for 4/7/2026 Town Election
Approve Petition #31247440 to install one JO Pole/midspan at 248 Pine Street, and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the pur
To approve Petition #31247440 to install one JO Pole/midspan at 248 Pine Street, and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the purpose of making connections with such poles and buildings as each of said petitioners may desire for distributing purposes
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve Petition #31247440 to install one JO Pole/midspan at 248 Pine Street, and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the purpose of making connections with such poles and buildings as each of said petitioners may desire for distributing purposes. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve the resubmission of Petition #30238760 showing correct relocation of two JO Poles on Dean Street; and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersec
To approve the resubmission of Petition #30238760 showing correct relocation of two JO Poles on Dean Street; and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the purpose of making connections with such poles and buildings as each of said petitioners may desire for distributing purposes
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve the resubmission of Petition #30238760 showing correct relocation of two JO Poles on Dean Street; and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the purpose of making connections with such poles and buildings as each of said petitioners may desire for distributing purposes. Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Mills)
7:45 PM Public Hearing: APMPJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club 82 Hillside Ave- Retail Beverage License-Transfer…
7:45 PM Public Hearing: APMPJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club 82 Hillside Ave- Retail Beverage License-Transfer of A
From the minutes
“ll-Alcohol Common Victualler, Common Victualler, and 7-Day Entertainment License Chairman Vadnais called to order a Public Hearing involving APMPJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club 82 Hillside Ave-Retail Beverage License-Transfer of All-Alcohol Common Victualler, Common Victualler, and 7-Day Entertainment License. Motion made by Selectman Mills. Second by Selectman Solas. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Solas, aye; Johnson, aye. Vote 4-0.”
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Johnson to close the Public Hearing. Second by Selectman Mills. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Solas, aye; Johnson, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson)
Approve the transfer of retail alcoholic beverages licenses for All-Alcohol Common Vic License to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 83 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer effective 3/23
To approve the transfer of retail alcoholic beverages licenses for All-Alcohol Common Vic License to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 83 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer effective 3/23/2026 to 12/31/2026, after final approval from the ABCC
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson: vote to approve the transfer of retail alcoholic beverages licenses for All-Alcohol Common Vic License to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 83 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer effective 3/23/2026 to 12/31/2026, after final approval from the ABCC. Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Mills)
Approve Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment Licenses to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 33 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer, effective 3/23/2026 to 12/31/2026, outside entertainment
To approve Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment Licenses to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 33 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer, effective 3/23/2026 to 12/31/2026, outside entertainment ending at 9pm weekdays and 10pm on weekends Friday and Saturday nights
From the minutes
“Motion by Selectman Johnson - vote to approve Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment Licenses to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 33 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer, effective 3/23/2026 to 12/31/2026, outside entertainment ending at 9pm weekdays and 10pm on weekends Friday and Saturday nights. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Johnson to adjourn. Second by Selectman Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson)
Motion (wording not clear in the minutes)
From the minutes
“Selectman Mills, so moved. Second by Selectman Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills)
Not to renew the Town Administrator’s or the Interim Director of Finance & Compliance contracts, based on the changing needs of the Town
Not to renew the Town Administrator’s or the Interim Director of Finance & Compliance contracts, based on the changing needs of the Town
The minutes record this vote with no count and no names, so only the result is shown.
From the minutes
“Chairman Vadnais- (at the same Executive Meeting) The Board voted not to renew the Town Administrator’s or the Interim Director of Finance & Compliance contracts, based on the changing needs of the Town..” (Motion: Vadnais)
Discussion: Drug & Alcohol Department Head Training, with possible action
Accept the Drug and Alcohol Department Head training program
To accept the Drug and Alcohol Department Head training program
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson- to accept the Drug and Alcohol Department Head training program. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve Riley Dustin as Full-Time Dispatcher
Approve Riley Dustin, as a full-time dispatcher
To approve Riley Dustin, as a full-time dispatcher
From the minutes
“Motion by L. Mills- vote to approve Riley Dustin, as a full-time dispatcher. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4- 0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve & Sign Warrant for 4/7/2026 Town Election
Approve and sign the April 7, 2026, Town Election Warrant as submitted by the Town Clerk
To approve and sign the April 7, 2026, Town Election Warrant as submitted by the Town Clerk
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve and sign the April 7, 2026, Town Election Warrant as submitted by the Town Clerk. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve Riley Dustin as Full-Time Dispatcher
Approve the additional expenditure for the snow deficit of $420,585.14
To approve the additional expenditure for the snow deficit of $420,585.14
From the minutes
“Motion by L. Mills- vote to approve the additional expenditure for the snow deficit of $420,585.14. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Johnson)
Vote to Approve & Sign Warrant for 4/7/2026 Town Election
Appoint Dawn Menard-Town Accountant, as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -indefinite
To appoint Dawn Menard-Town Accountant, as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -indefinite
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to appoint Dawn Menard-Town Accountant, as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -indefinite. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Appoint Susan Pimental-Interim Director of Finance & Compliance as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -6/30/2026
To appoint Susan Pimental-Interim Director of Finance & Compliance as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -6/30/2026
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to appoint Susan Pimental-Interim Director of Finance & Compliance as Records Access Officer, effective 3/23/2026 -6/30/2026. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Vote to Appoint Dennis Pereira as Board of Health Member
Appoint Dennis Pereira, as Board of Health Member, effective 3/23/2026 to 6/30/2028
To appoint Dennis Pereira, as Board of Health Member, effective 3/23/2026 to 6/30/2028
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson- vote to appoint Dennis Pereira, as Board of Health Member, effective 3/23/2026 to 6/30/2028. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve & Sign Warrant for 4/7/2026 Town Election
Approve One-Day All Alcohol licenses for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, at 43 Broad Street, on 4/10/26 from 6pm to Midnight and 4/25/26 from 5:30pm to Midnight
To approve One-Day All Alcohol licenses for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, at 43 Broad Street, on 4/10/26 from 6pm to Midnight and 4/25/26 from 5:30pm to Midnight
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve One-Day All Alcohol licenses for Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, at 43 Broad Street, on 4/10/26 from 6pm to Midnight and 4/25/26 from 5:30pm to Midnight. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve the Cranky Crab Road Race, to be held on 5/17/2026
To approve the Cranky Crab Road Race, to be held on 5/17/2026
The minutes give a 5-0 count, but list only 4 members present, so individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve the Cranky Crab Road Race, to be held on 5/17/2026. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve Ellen Keeping, as a COA volunteer
To approve Ellen Keeping, as a COA volunteer
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve Ellen Keeping, as a COA volunteer. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Motion (wording not clear in the minutes)
From the minutes
“Selectman Mills, so moved. Second by Selectman Solas. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Solas, aye; Johnson, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills)
7:30 PM Pole Hearing for Pine Street Petition number 31247440 for Pine Street
7:30 PM Pole Hearing for Pine Street Petition number 31247440 for Pine Street
From the minutes
“Motion to close made by R. Johnson. Second by G. Solas. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Solas, aye; Johnson, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote to Approve & Sign Warrant for 4/7/2026 Town Election
Approve Petition #31247440 to install one JO Pole/midspan at 248 Pine Street, and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the pur
To approve Petition #31247440 to install one JO Pole/midspan at 248 Pine Street, and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the purpose of making connections with such poles and buildings as each of said petitioners may desire for distributing purposes
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve Petition #31247440 to install one JO Pole/midspan at 248 Pine Street, and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the purpose of making connections with such poles and buildings as each of said petitioners may desire for distributing purposes. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve the resubmission of Petition #30238760 showing correct relocation of two JO Poles on Dean Street; and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersec
To approve the resubmission of Petition #30238760 showing correct relocation of two JO Poles on Dean Street; and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the purpose of making connections with such poles and buildings as each of said petitioners may desire for distributing purposes
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas- vote to approve the resubmission of Petition #30238760 showing correct relocation of two JO Poles on Dean Street; and to authorize National Grid to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires in the above or intersecting public ways for the purpose of making connections with such poles and buildings as each of said petitioners may desire for distributing purposes. Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Mills)
7:45 PM Public Hearing: APMPJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club 82 Hillside Ave- Retail Beverage License-Transfer…
7:45 PM Public Hearing: APMPJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club 82 Hillside Ave- Retail Beverage License-Transfer of A
From the minutes
“ll-Alcohol Common Victualler, Common Victualler, and 7-Day Entertainment License Chairman Vadnais called to order a Public Hearing involving APMPJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club 82 Hillside Ave-Retail Beverage License-Transfer of All-Alcohol Common Victualler, Common Victualler, and 7-Day Entertainment License. Motion made by Selectman Mills. Second by Selectman Solas. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Solas, aye; Johnson, aye. Vote 4-0.”
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Johnson to close the Public Hearing. Second by Selectman Mills. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Solas, aye; Johnson, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson)
Approve the transfer of retail alcoholic beverages licenses for All-Alcohol Common Vic License to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 83 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer effective 3/23
To approve the transfer of retail alcoholic beverages licenses for All-Alcohol Common Vic License to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 83 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer effective 3/23/2026 to 12/31/2026, after final approval from the ABCC
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson: vote to approve the transfer of retail alcoholic beverages licenses for All-Alcohol Common Vic License to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 83 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer effective 3/23/2026 to 12/31/2026, after final approval from the ABCC. Second by L. Mills. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Mills)
Approve Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment Licenses to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 33 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer, effective 3/23/2026 to 12/31/2026, outside entertainment
To approve Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment Licenses to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 33 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer, effective 3/23/2026 to 12/31/2026, outside entertainment ending at 9pm weekdays and 10pm on weekends Friday and Saturday nights
From the minutes
“Motion by Selectman Johnson - vote to approve Common Vic and 7-Day Entertainment Licenses to APMBJP Corporation dba Newhill Country Club at 33 Hillside Avenue, with Manager on Record-Bobbie Joe Palmer, effective 3/23/2026 to 12/31/2026, outside entertainment ending at 9pm weekdays and 10pm on weekends Friday and Saturday nights. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Johnson to adjourn. Second by Selectman Solas. 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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