MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2017–2018 Board · Regular meeting
January 9, 2018
20 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Carl F. Kowalski, Daniel L. Salvucci, Scott J. Lambiase, Brian J. Bezanson, Randolph G. LaMattina
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve bill and payroll warrants
To approve bill and payroll warrants
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve bill and payroll warrants. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Accept correspondence in the Read File
To accept correspondence in the Read File
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept correspondence in the Read File. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Monday, December 11, 2017
To approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Monday, December 11, 2017
Yes: Bezanson, LaMattina, Lambiase, SalvucciAbstained: Kowalski
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Monday, December 11, 2017. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 4-0-1 (Chairman Kowalski abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the application of The Patio at McGuiggan's LLC (Richard and Kathryn Rosen), dba The Patio at McGuiggan's, for a Common Victualler's All Alcohol Liquor License on the premises located at 552 W
To approve the application of The Patio at McGuiggan's LLC (Richard and Kathryn Rosen), dba The Patio at McGuiggan's, for a Common Victualler's All Alcohol Liquor License on the premises located at 552 Washington Street subject to the approval of the ABCC; receipt of proof of Workers' Compensation insurance; a signed tax affidavit; and the license, advertising and mailing fees
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of The Patio at McGuiggan's LLC (Richard and Kathryn Rosen), dba The Patio at McGuiggan's, for a Common Victualler's All Alcohol Liquor License on the premises located at 552 Washington Street subject to the approval of the ABCC; receipt of proof of Workers' Compensation insurance; a signed tax affidavit; and the license, advertising and mailing fees. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the application of The Patio at McGuiggan's LLC (Richard and Kathryn Rosen), dba The Patio at McGuiggan's, for a Common Victualler's License, an Amusement/Live Entertainment License and Public
To approve the application of The Patio at McGuiggan's LLC (Richard and Kathryn Rosen), dba The Patio at McGuiggan's, for a Common Victualler's License, an Amusement/Live Entertainment License and Public Entertainment on Sunday License on the premises located at 552 Washington Street subject to receipt of the license fees and proof of Workers' Compensation insurance
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of The Patio at McGuiggan's LLC (Richard and Kathryn Rosen), dba The Patio at McGuiggan's, for a Common Victualler's License, an Amusement/Live Entertainment License and Public Entertainment on Sunday License on the premises located at 552 Washington Street subject to receipt of the license fees and proof of Workers' Compensation insurance. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the application of Columbian Associates of Whitman, Inc., dba Knights of Columbus Cardinal Spellman Council #347 for a Change of Manager and Change of Beneficial Interest in connection with th
To approve the application of Columbian Associates of Whitman, Inc., dba Knights of Columbus Cardinal Spellman Council #347 for a Change of Manager and Change of Beneficial Interest in connection with the All Alcohol Club License on the premises located at 1195 Bedford Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of Columbian Associates of Whitman, Inc., dba Knights of Columbus Cardinal Spellman Council #347 for a Change of Manager and Change of Beneficial Interest in connection with the All Alcohol Club License on the premises located at 1195 Bedford Street. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the application of Wicked Smoothie & Espresso Bar (Robert Peterson) for a Common Victualler's License on the premises located at 7 Marble Street, Unit B1, subject to receipt of the license fee
To approve the application of Wicked Smoothie & Espresso Bar (Robert Peterson) for a Common Victualler's License on the premises located at 7 Marble Street, Unit B1, subject to receipt of the license fee and final inspection/approval of the Board of Health, Building Commissioner and Fire Chief
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of Wicked Smoothie & Espresso Bar (Robert Peterson) for a Common Victualler's License on the premises located at 7 Marble Street, Unit B1, subject to receipt of the license fee and final inspection/approval of the Board of Health, Building Commissioner and Fire Chief. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Kevin Callahan to be appointed to the position of Voting Member of the Recreation Commission for a three-year term, through June 30, 2018, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To approve the request of Kevin Callahan to be appointed to the position of Voting Member of the Recreation Commission for a three-year term, through June 30, 2018, in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Kevin Callahan to be appointed to the position of Voting Member of the Recreation Commission for a three-year term, through June 30, 2018, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Andrea Rounds to be appointed to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for a three-year term, through June 30, 2019, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To approve the request of Andrea Rounds to be appointed to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for a three-year term, through June 30, 2019, in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Andrea Rounds to be appointed to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for a three-year term, through June 30, 2019, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Chief Benton to appoint Adam McQuarrie to the position of Auxiliary/Special Police Officer, through June 30, 2018
To approve the request of Chief Benton to appoint Adam McQuarrie to the position of Auxiliary/Special Police Officer, through June 30, 2018
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Chief Benton to appoint Adam McQuarrie to the position of Auxiliary/Special Police Officer, through June 30, 2018. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Accept with regret the resignation of Christine Lloyd from the position of Member of the Conservation Commission, effective December 5, 2017
To accept with regret the resignation of Christine Lloyd from the position of Member of the Conservation Commission, effective December 5, 2017
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept with regret the resignation of Christine Lloyd from the position of Member of the Conservation Commission, effective December 5, 2017. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Building Commissioner Robert Curran to participate in the retirement incentive program by allowing an increase in salary over the last two years of employment before retirement,
To approve the request of Building Commissioner Robert Curran to participate in the retirement incentive program by allowing an increase in salary over the last two years of employment before retirement, beginning July 1, 2018
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Building Commissioner Robert Curran to participate in the retirement incentive program by allowing an increase in salary over the last two years of employment before retirement, beginning July 1, 2018. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the applications submitted by the following organizations to hold a tollbooth fundraiser at the intersection of Washington Street and Route 27: Whitman-Hanson High School Wrestling Boosters: A
To approve the applications submitted by the following organizations to hold a tollbooth fundraiser at the intersection of Washington Street and Route 27: Whitman-Hanson High School Wrestling Boosters: April 28. 2018 American Legion Post #22: April 14, 2018 w/a rain date of April 21, 2018 Knights of Columbus #347: October 6, 2018 Whitman Baseball & Softball Association: May 26, 2018
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the applications submitted by the following organizations to hold a tollbooth fundraiser at the intersection of Washington Street and Route 27: Whitman-Hanson High School Wrestling Boosters: April 28. 2018 American Legion Post #22: April 14, 2018 w/a rain date of April 21, 2018 Knights of Columbus #347: October 6, 2018 Whitman Baseball & Softball Association: May 26, 2018 Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley to appoint election officers for 2018, in accordance with the list provided in a memo dated December 19, 2017; and to set the Annual Town Election hours f
To approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley to appoint election officers for 2018, in accordance with the list provided in a memo dated December 19, 2017; and to set the Annual Town Election hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley to appoint election officers for 2018, in accordance with the list provided in a memo dated December 19, 2017; and to set the Annual Town Election hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Authorize an adjustment to health insurance premium payments in the amount of $1,245.00
To authorize an adjustment to health insurance premium payments in the amount of $1,245.00
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to authorize an adjustment to health insurance premium payments in the amount of $1,245.00. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Delay acting on the request of the WHRSD to call for a Special Town Meeting to fund the town's share of costs for relocation of Pre-K from the Maquan School to the WHRHS until the Board's next meeting
To delay acting on the request of the WHRSD to call for a Special Town Meeting to fund the town's share of costs for relocation of Pre-K from the Maquan School to the WHRHS until the Board's next meeting scheduled on Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at 7:00 p.m
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to delay acting on the request of the WHRSD to call for a Special Town Meeting to fund the town's share of costs for relocation of Pre-K from the Maquan School to the WHRHS until the Board's next meeting scheduled on Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Call for a Special Town Election on Saturday, March 17, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and to place the following question on the ballot: Shall this Town adopt the following by-law? Town Counsel Su
To call for a Special Town Election on Saturday, March 17, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and to place the following question on the ballot: Shall this Town adopt the following by-law? Town Counsel Summary for Recreational Marijuana Establishment Ban: SUMMARY: Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 94G, Section 3, allows cities and towns in the Commonwealth to approve By-Laws or Ordinances prohibiting the operation of certain recreational marijuana establishments. The By-Laws appearing herein, if both adopted by Town Meeting and approved by a majority of the voters of the Town of Whitman on a ballot at an election, will prohibit all types of non-medical "marijuana establishments" as defined in M.G.L. c. 94G, § 1, including marijuana cultivators, independent testing laboratories, marijuana product manufacturers, marijuana retailers or any other types of licensed marijuana-related businesse
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to call for a Special Town Election on Saturday, March 17, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and to place the following question on the ballot: Shall this Town adopt the following by-law? Town Counsel Summary for Recreational Marijuana Establishment Ban: SUMMARY: Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 94G, Section 3, allows cities and towns in the Commonwealth to approve By-Laws or Ordinances prohibiting the operation of certain recreational marijuana establishments. The By-Laws appearing herein, if both adopted by Town Meeting and approved by a majority of the voters of the Town of Whitman on a ballot at an election, will prohibit all types of non-medical "marijuana establishments" as defined in M.G.L. c. 94G, § 1, including marijuana cultivators, independent testing laboratories, marijuana product manufacturers, marijuana retailers or any other types of licensed marijuana-related businesses, within the Town of Whitman. These By-Laws will not apply to the sale, distribution or cultivation of marijuana for medical purposes licensed under Chapter 369 of the Acts of 2012. Furthermore, these By-Laws will not regulate Whitman residents' personal right under Massachusetts law to possess, grow and/or use medical or recreational marijuana. Town Meeting voted to approve the General By-Law appearing herein at its meeting on December 11, 2017. As of the date of the printing of this ballot, Town Meeting is scheduled to consider the Zoning By-Law appearing herein prior to April 1, 2018. Zoning Bylaw: PROHIBITION OF MARIJUANA ESTABLISHMENTS: Consistent with M. G. L. c. 94G, § 3 (a)(2), all types of non-medical "marijuana establishments" as defined in M. G. L. c. 94G, § 1, including marijuana cultivators, independent testing laboratories, marijuana product manufacturers, marijuana retailers or any other types of licensed marijuana-related businesses, shall be prohibited within the Town of Whitman. This prohibition shall not apply to the sale, distribution or cultivation of marijuana for medical purposes licensed under Chapter 369 of the Acts of 2012. This Section shall be effective upon passage by the voters at a Town Election. General Bylaw ARTICLE XXXVII Marijuana Establishments Consistent with M. G. L. c. 94G, § 3 (a)(2), all types of non-medical "marijuana establishments" as defined in M. G. L. c. 94G, § 1, including marijuana cultivators, independent testing laboratories, marijuana product manufacturers, marijuana retailers or any other types of licensed marijuana- related businesses, shall be prohibited within the Town of Whitman. This prohibition shall not apply to the sale, distribution or cultivation of marijuana for medical purposes licensed under Chapter 369 of the Acts of 2012. This Section shall be effective upon passage by the voters at a Town Election. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Delegate to the town administrator the authority to appoint a hearings officer when pending charges against a civil service employee are anticipated to result in disciplinary action by the Appointing
To delegate to the town administrator the authority to appoint a hearings officer when pending charges against a civil service employee are anticipated to result in disciplinary action by the Appointing Authority
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to delegate to the town administrator the authority to appoint a hearings officer when pending charges against a civil service employee are anticipated to result in disciplinary action by the Appointing Authority. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Enter into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21a (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detriment
To enter into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21a (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
From the minutes
“At 8:15 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to enter into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21a (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. Second Mr. Bezanson. Roll call vote revealed Mr. Bezanson - yes; Mr. Lambiase - yes; Mr. LaMattina - yes; Mr. Salvucci - yes; and Chairman Kowalski - yes. So voted 5-0..” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“At 8:25 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adjourn the meeting. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
From the Whitman Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos of current members: stills from WHCA-TV’s candidate interviews (Daniel Salvucci 2024; Justin Evans and Shawn Kain 2025; Dawn Byers and Christina Gorman 2026). Former members show initials.
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