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May 13, 2026
22 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Gary Sagar, Michael P. Healy, Robert Archambault, Christopher Zorra, Elizabeth A. Elmasian
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Consider a Conditional Offer of Employment to Adam Pacheco for the position of Police Officer
To extend a conditional offer of employment to Adam Pacheco for the position of Police Officer, subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town administrator, of the following: completion of a satisfactory background check, physical examination with drug screening, psychological screening, MPTC physical fitness test, obtain and maintain a Massachusetts License to Carry, fulfillment of all statutory requirements set forth by the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission to become a certified Law Enforcement Officer, successful verification of the National Decertification Index, successful passage of the civil service physical abilities test, completion and passage of an MPTC Page 2 of 18 Select Board May 13, 2026 or approved ROC police academy
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to extend a conditional offer of employment to Adam Pacheco for the position of Police Officer, subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town administrator, of the following: completion of a satisfactory background check, physical examination with drug screening, psychological screening, MPTC physical fitness test, obtain and maintain a Massachusetts License to Carry, fulfillment of all statutory requirements set forth by the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission to become a certified Law Enforcement Officer, successful verification of the National Decertification Index, successful passage of the civil service physical abilities test, completion and passage of an MPTC.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Healy)
Consider a Conditional Offer of Employment to Michael Combra for the position of Special/Reserve Police Officer
To extend a conditional offer of employment to Michael Combra for the position of Special/Reserve Police Officer, subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town administrator, of the following: completion of a satisfactory background check, physical examination with drug screening, fulfillment of all statutory requirements set forth by the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission to become a certified Law Enforcement Officer, successful verification of the National Decertification Index, completion and passage of an MPTC or approved ROC police academy or verification of an MPTC academy exemption
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to extend a conditional offer of employment to Michael Combra for the position of Special/Reserve Police Officer, subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town administrator, of the following: completion of a satisfactory background check, physical examination with drug screening, fulfillment of all statutory requirements set forth by the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission to become a certified Law Enforcement Officer, successful verification of the National Decertification Index, completion and passage of an MPTC or approved ROC police academy or verification of an MPTC academy exemption; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 3. Consider the appointment of Donna Paine to the Cultural Council for a term to expire 2029 Donna Paine was present at the meeting. The Board thanked Ms. Paine for her willingness to volunteer her time and for her commitment to serving the community. M. Heal.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Healy)
Consider the appointment of Donna Paine to the Cultural Council for a term to expire 2029
To appoint Donna Paine to the Cultural Council, term to expire 2029
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to appoint Donna Paine to the Cultural Council, term to expire 2029; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved.” (Motion: Healy, second: Archambault)
To draft a letter from the board to the school committee in support of maintaining the mural of the warrior in the high school gymnasium
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to draft a letter from the board to the school committee in support of maintaining the mural of the warrior in the high school gymnasium; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Michelle Hines of Ricard Street was present before the Board.” (Motion: Healy, second: Sagar)
A Public Hearing: Consider the request for a One Day Special Event Permit for Love Lives in Seekonk to hold a family friendly pride event with children's activities, food trucks, music and
To opened the public hearing at 6:18 p.m.
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion opened the public hearing at 6:18 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Healy and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Zorra)
To close the pubic hearing at 6:19 p.m.
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to close the pubic hearing at 6:19 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor C. Zorr.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
To approve the request for a One Day Special Event Permit for Love Lives in Seekonk to hold a family friendly pride event with children's activities, food trucks, music and entertainment at the Newman YMCA, 472 Taunton Avenue, Seekonk to be held on Sunday, June 14, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to approve the request for a One Day Special Event Permit for Love Lives in Seekonk to hold a family friendly pride event with children's activities, food trucks, music and entertainment at the Newman YMCA, 472 Taunton Avenue, Seekonk to be held on Sunday, June 14, 2026; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Elmasian)
B Public Hearing: Consider the request from the Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity to waive the strict compliance of the requirements, including the application fee, from the "One Day Special
To open the public hearing at 6:20 p.m.
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to open the public hearing at 6:20 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Rosemarie Reis, 234 Cameron Drive, was present before the Board as a representative of the Holy Ghost Brotherhood. Ms. Reis stated that the procession has been held annually for more than 100 years. G. Sagar noted that the applicant was requesting a waiver of both the applicable fee and the requirement for notification to abutters. He further observed that su.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
To close the public hearing at 6:21 p.m.
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to close the public hearing at 6:21 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor R. Archambaul.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
To approve the request from the Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity to waive the strict compliance of the requirements, including the application fee, from the "One Day Special Event" Bylaw and to conduct the Annual Procession from Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church to the Holy Ghost club in Rehoboth, MA in August
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to approve the request from the Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity to waive the strict compliance of the requirements, including the application fee, from the "One Day Special Event" Bylaw and to conduct the Annual Procession from Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church to the Holy Ghost club in Rehoboth, MA in August; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Elmasian)
E Elmasian further asked whether food could also be provided for individuals who were unable to attend due to being on duty. She stated that she would personally deliver the food to them.
To approve the request from Four Echoes Vintage Shoppe, 380 Fall River Avenue, for a One Day Liquor License for a Hero's Dinner, celebrating Seekonk Fire and Police Departments, on May 30, 2026 and for a Wedding, on June 5, 2026 with the stipulation that the applicant provides the proper liquor liability insurance prior to the event
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to approve the request from Four Echoes Vintage Shoppe, 380 Fall River Avenue, for a One Day Liquor License for a Hero's Dinner, celebrating Seekonk Fire and Police Departments, on May 30, 2026 and for a Wedding, on June 5, 2026 with the stipulation that the applicant provides the proper liquor liability insurance prior to the event; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
D License Hearing: Consider the request for a Mobile Food Truck permit for Marina Lopez, Hector Marina Food Truck, LLC, d/b/a La Loncherita Food Truck, to sell food at the Seekonk Speedway,
To approve the request for a Mobile Food Truck permit for Marina Lopez, Hector Marina Food Truck, LLC, d/b/a La Loncherita Food Truck, to sell food at the Seekonk Speedway, 1782 Fall River Avenue
From the minutes
“E. Elmasian made a motion to approve the request for a Mobile Food Truck permit for Marina Lopez, Hector Marina Food Truck, LLC, d/b/a La Loncherita Food Truck, to sell food at the Seekonk Speedway, 1782 Fall River Avenue; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Elmasian, second: Archambault)
E License Hearing: Consider the request for a Mobile Food Truck permit for Ashly Blazewicz, Saxonis Hospitability Group, d/b/a Barrels & Boards, to sell food at the Seekonk Speedway, 1782
To approve the request for a Mobile Food Truck permit for Ashly Blazewicz, Saxonis Hospitability Group, d/b/a Barrels & Boards, to sell food at the Seekonk Speedway, 1782 Fall River Avenue
From the minutes
“E. Elmasian made a motion to approve the request for a Mobile Food Truck permit for Ashly Blazewicz, Saxonis Hospitability Group, d/b/a Barrels & Boards, to sell food at the Seekonk Speedway, 1782 Fall River Avenue; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Elmasian, second: Archambault)
F Consider accepting the Animal Control Officer Warrant
To table this item to the next meeting
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to table this item to the next meeting; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
G Accept the resignation of Margaret Perkins from her position as Community Liaison Coordinator for Human Services
To accept the resignation of Margaret Perkins from her position as Community Liaison Coordinator for Human Services
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the resignation of Margaret Perkins from her position as Community Liaison Coordinator for Human Services; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
H Consider accepting the 2026 Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) Grant of $5,304.44 and Senior SAFE Grant of $2,254.38, totaling $7,558.82
To accept the 2026 Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) Grant of $5,304.44 and Senior SAFE Grant of $2,254.38, totaling $7,558.82
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to accept the 2026 Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) Grant of $5,304.44 and Senior SAFE Grant of $2,254.38, totaling $7,558.82; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Archambault)
J Consider awarding the Owner's Project Manager (OPM) contract to CHA consulting for the library renovations
To continue item J to the next meeting
From the minutes
“E. Elmasian made a motion to continue item J to the next meeting; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Elmasian, second: Archambault)
M Healy concurred, stating that Mr. Sullivan had contributed significantly, though he had elected not to participate in a hearing. Mr. Healy also requested that Ms. Elmasian take time to
To appoint Elizabeth Elmasian to be a liaison to the Select Board
Yes: Archambault, Elmasian, Healy, SagarNo: Zorra
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to appoint Elizabeth Elmasian to be a liaison to the Select Board; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was approved. Vote: 4-1 all in favor (C. Zorra opposed.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Sagar)
N Consider accepting the open session meeting minutes of April 8, 2026; April 15, 2026; April 29, 2026
To accept the open session meeting minutes of April 8, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the open session meeting minutes of April 8, 2026; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor R. Archambaul.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
To accept the open session meeting minutes of April 15, 2026
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to accept the open session meeting minutes of April 15, 2026; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor R. Archambaul.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Healy)
To accept the open session meeting minutes of April 29, 2026
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to accept the open session meeting minutes of April 29, 2026; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Community speaks – Doreen Taylor, 101 Forsythe Circle, was present before the Board to speak. Ms. Taylor stated that she was unable to attend Town Meeting due to a family emergency; however, she viewed the proceedings remotely and felt that, overall, Mr. Durkay did an excellent job in his role as the newly appointed Moderator. Ms. Taylor expressed concern reg.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Healy)
E Medeiros Farm Committee Report (E. Elmasian) – Nothing new at this time.
At 7:38 p.m. to adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion at 7:38 p.m. to adjourn the meeting; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Respectfully submitted, Robert Archambault, Clerk Prepared by: Catherine Testa.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sagar)
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