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August 10, 2026
18 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Frederick “Skip” Vadnais Jr., Leonard “Lenny” Mills Jr., George Solas, Robert Johnson II
Absent: David J. Pereira II
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Enter Executive Session at 4:10 PM pursuant to 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 4:10 PM pursuant to 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
“On a motion made by Selectman Solas, seconded by Selectman Johnson, it was voted to enter Executive Session at 4:10 PM pursuant to 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)
Ratify the Warrant for August 3, 2026: Payroll $166,782.22; Withholding Warrant $197,581.01; Warrant $44,354.85
To ratify the Warrant for August 3, 2026: Payroll $166,782.22; Withholding Warrant $197,581.01; Warrant $44,354.85
Yes: Johnson, Solas, VadnaisAbstained: Mills
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas to ratify the Warrant for August 3, 2026: Payroll $166,782.22; Withholding Warrant $197,581.01; Warrant $44,354.85. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 3-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Ratify the Warrant for August 10, 2026: Payroll $161,147.96; Withholding Warrant $43,001.88; Warrant $471,866.85
To ratify the Warrant for August 10, 2026: Payroll $161,147.96; Withholding Warrant $43,001.88; Warrant $471,866.85
Yes: Johnson, Solas, VadnaisAbstained: Mills
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas to ratify the Warrant for August 10, 2026: Payroll $161,147.96; Withholding Warrant $43,001.88; Warrant $471,866.85. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 3-0 Selectman Mills abstained..” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Discuss with possible vote to approve Conservation restriction from the Rehoboth Land Trust from Carol Williams at 84…
Approve Conservation Restriction at 84 Carpenter Street
To approve Conservation Restriction at 84 Carpenter Street
From the minutes
“Motion made by R. Johnson to approve Conservation Restriction at 84 Carpenter Street. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Discuss with possible vote on Training Stipend for Jennifer Hose, Assistant Town Clerk Chairman Vadnais explained tha…
Approve and sign Letter of Agreement, AFSCME Local 1701 (Clerical Staff) for clerical staff member Jennifer Hose to receive $25/week stipend for training new hire Assistant Town Clerk, for 6 weeks, starting the week of h
To approve and sign Letter of Agreement, AFSCME Local 1701 (Clerical Staff) for clerical staff member Jennifer Hose to receive $25/week stipend for training new hire Assistant Town Clerk, for 6 weeks, starting the week of hire start date
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas to approve and sign Letter of Agreement, AFSCME Local 1701 (Clerical Staff) for clerical staff member Jennifer Hose to receive $25/week stipend for training new hire Assistant Town Clerk, for 6 weeks, starting the week of hire start date. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Discuss _and vote _on BOH New Appointments, Elizabeth Doyle, 3 yrs term 7/1/20266/30/2029 and re-appointment Patrick …
Appoint Elizabeth Doyle to the Board of Health, for term beginning 7/1/2026 through 6/30/2026 and, to re-appoint Patrick Thibeault for 3-year term
To appoint Elizabeth Doyle to the Board of Health, for term beginning 7/1/2026 through 6/30/2026 and, to re-appoint Patrick Thibeault for 3-year term
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson to appoint Elizabeth Doyle to the Board of Health, for term beginning 7/1/2026 through 6/30/2026 and, to re-appoint Patrick Thibeault for 3-year term. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Discuss with possible vote on Training Stipend for Jennifer Hose, Assistant Town Clerk Chairman Vadnais explained tha…
Approve Council on Aging Volunteers Arlene Anderson and Russell Tait, effective 8/10/2026
To approve Council on Aging Volunteers Arlene Anderson and Russell Tait, effective 8/10/2026
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas to approve Council on Aging Volunteers Arlene Anderson and Russell Tait, effective 8/10/2026. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve Election Worker Wayne Taylor, Unenrolled Precinct |, for period of 8/15/2026 through 8/14/2027
To approve Election Worker Wayne Taylor, Unenrolled Precinct |, for period of 8/15/2026 through 8/14/2027
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas to approve Election Worker Wayne Taylor, Unenrolled Precinct |, for period of 8/15/2026 through 8/14/2027. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve Auctioneer License for Rosemary Reis, the Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, for August 15, 2026, and August 16, 2026
To approve Auctioneer License for Rosemary Reis, the Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, for August 15, 2026, and August 16, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas to approve Auctioneer License for Rosemary Reis, the Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, for August 15, 2026, and August 16, 2026. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve Hawkers & Peddlers License for Hernan Avila, of Renewal BY Andersen of SNE, through April 30, 2027
To approve Hawkers & Peddlers License for Hernan Avila, of Renewal BY Andersen of SNE, through April 30, 2027
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas to approve Hawkers & Peddlers License for Hernan Avila, of Renewal BY Andersen of SNE, through April 30, 2027. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve and sign the Wilcox and Barton FY27 Proposal for continued PFAS remediation
To approve and sign the Wilcox and Barton FY27 Proposal for continued PFAS remediation
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas to approve and sign the Wilcox and Barton FY27 Proposal for continued PFAS remediation. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve and sign employee contracts for Treasurer/Collector Lisa Cabral; Planner/Conservation Agent Daniel Roach; Building Commissioner William McDonough, Town Nurse Geri Hamel, from 7 /1/26 through 6/30/29
To approve and sign employee contracts for Treasurer/Collector Lisa Cabral; Planner/Conservation Agent Daniel Roach; Building Commissioner William McDonough, Town Nurse Geri Hamel, from 7 /1/26 through 6/30/29
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas to approve and sign employee contracts for Treasurer/Collector Lisa Cabral; Planner/Conservation Agent Daniel Roach; Building Commissioner William McDonough, Town Nurse Geri Hamel, from 7 /1/26 through 6/30/29. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
Approve the bids as read
To approve the bids as read
From the minutes
“Motion by G. Solas to approve the bids as read. Second by R. Johnson. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Johnson)
7:15 Pole Hearing by petition from National Grid and Verizon to install Three (3) JO Poles on Reservoir Ave and to re…
Open the Public Hearing
To open the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by G. Solas to open the Public Hearing. Second by L. Mills. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Solas, aye; Johnson, aye. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Solas, second: Mills)
7:15 Pole Hearing by petition from National Grid and Verizon to install Three (3) JO Poles on Reservoir Ave and to relocate Six (6) poles on Reservoir
From the minutes
“Motion 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)
Approve the addition of JO Ples #3858-50, 3857-84 & 3856-84, and relocate JO Poles #3852, 3851-50, 3851, 3850-50, 3850 & 3828, as well as permission to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires as submitted
To approve the addition of JO Ples #3858-50, 3857-84 & 3856-84, and relocate JO Poles #3852, 3851-50, 3851, 3850-50, 3850 & 3828, as well as permission to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires as submitted by National Grid and Verizon
From the minutes
“Motion by R. Johnson to approve the addition of JO Ples #3858-50, 3857-84 & 3856-84, and relocate JO Poles #3852, 3851-50, 3851, 3850-50, 3850 & 3828, as well as permission to lay and maintain underground laterals, cables and wires as submitted by National Grid and Verizon. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Solas)
Vote to accept Chapter 90 reimbursement $24,894.00
Accept the reimbursement of $24,894.00, under contract #50950- line painting
To accept the reimbursement of $24,894.00, under contract #50950- line painting
From the minutes
“Motion by L. Mills to accept the reimbursement of $24,894.00, under contract #50950- line painting. Second by G. Solas. Vote 4-0.” (Motion: Mills, second: Solas)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectman Johnson to adjourn. Second by Selectman Mills. Roll call: Mills, aye; Vadnais, aye; Solas, aye; Johnson, aye. 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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