MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2017–2018 Board · Regular meeting
April 24, 2018
11 recorded votes, 2 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 application of Hungry Coyote Corp., dba Hungry Coyote, for a Common Victualler's All Alcohol Liquor License on the premises located at 372 South Avenue subject to approval of the ABCC; rec
To approve the application of Hungry Coyote Corp., dba Hungry Coyote, for a Common Victualler's All Alcohol Liquor License on the premises located at 372 South Avenue subject to approval of the ABCC; receipt of proof of Workers' Compensation insurance and liquor liability coverage; successful completion of an acceptable or accredited alcohol beverage server training program for all employees; and payment for the advertising and mailing fees
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of Hungry Coyote Corp., dba Hungry Coyote, for a Common Victualler's All Alcohol Liquor License on the premises located at 372 South Avenue subject to approval of the ABCC; receipt of proof of Workers' Compensation insurance and liquor liability coverage; successful completion of an acceptable or accredited alcohol beverage server training program for all employees; and payment for the advertising and mailing fees. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Accept the recommendation of the Whitman Council on Aging to nominate Barbara Garvey to serve as the Town's representative on the Board of Directors for Old Colony Elder Services for the period July 1
To accept the recommendation of the Whitman Council on Aging to nominate Barbara Garvey to serve as the Town's representative on the Board of Directors for Old Colony Elder Services for the period July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the recommendation of the Whitman Council on Aging to nominate Barbara Garvey to serve as the Town's representative on the Board of Directors for Old Colony Elder Services for the period July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of the Director of Veterans' Services and the Whitman Historical Commission for permission to proceed with the Gold Star Sign Preservation Project
To approve the request of the Director of Veterans' Services and the Whitman Historical Commission for permission to proceed with the Gold Star Sign Preservation Project
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of the Director of Veterans' Services and the Whitman Historical Commission for permission to proceed with the Gold Star Sign Preservation Project. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Move into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21a, (1) to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence,
Into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21a, (1) to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer or employee, staff member or individual
From the minutes
“At 7:13 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21a, (1) to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer or employee, staff member or individual. 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)
Reconvene in Open Session
To reconvene in Open Session
From the minutes
“At 7:29 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to reconvene in Open Session. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the amended agreement between the town of Whitman and Hanson, Massachusetts with respect to the Regional School District
To approve the amended agreement between the town of Whitman and Hanson, Massachusetts with respect to the Regional School District
Yes: Bezanson, Kowalski, SalvucciNo: LaMattina, Lambiase
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the amended agreement between the town of Whitman and Hanson, Massachusetts with respect to the Regional School District. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 3-2 (Mr. Lambiase and Mr. LaMattina opposed).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Support the WHRSD request for a 9.5 percent assessment increase, all of which will be from within the levy limit
To support the WHRSD request for a 9.5 percent assessment increase, all of which will be from within the levy limit
Yes: Bezanson, Kowalski, LaMattinaNo: Lambiase, Salvucci
From the minutes
“Mr. Bezanson MOVED to support the WHRSD request for a 9.5 percent assessment increase, all of which will be from within the levy limit. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-2 (Mr. Salvucci and Mr. Lambiase opposed).” (Motion: Bezanson, second: LaMattina)
Authorize and issue the May 7, 2018, Annual Town Meeting warrant
To authorize and issue the May 7, 2018, Annual Town Meeting warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to authorize and issue the May 7, 2018, Annual Town Meeting warrant. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Move 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
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 9:10 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED 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. LaMattina - yes; Mr. Lambiase - yes; Mr. Salvucci - yes; and Chairman Kowalski - yes. So voted 5-0..” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
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