MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2017–2018 Board · Regular meeting
May 15, 2018
12 recorded votes, 0 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 D & D Whitman, Market, Inc., dba DJ's Country Store, for the transfer of the Wine & Malt Package Goods Store Liquor License on the premises located at 535-2 Plymouth Street
To approve the application of D & D Whitman, Market, Inc., dba DJ's Country Store, for the transfer of the Wine & Malt Package Goods Store Liquor License on the premises located at 535-2 Plymouth Street from DJ's Country Store LLC, dba DJ's Country Store to D & D Whitman Market, Inc., dba DJ's Country Store subject to the approval of the ABCC; receipt of proof of Workers' Compensation insurance and the license and advertising fees; and surrender of the license currently held on the site
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of D & D Whitman, Market, Inc., dba DJ's Country Store, for the transfer of the Wine & Malt Package Goods Store Liquor License on the premises located at 535-2 Plymouth Street from DJ's Country Store LLC, dba DJ's Country Store to D & D Whitman Market, Inc., dba DJ's Country Store subject to the approval of the ABCC; receipt of proof of Workers' Compensation insurance and the license and advertising fees; and surrender of the license currently held on the site. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the application of D & D Whitman, Market, Inc., dba DJ's Country Store, for a Common Victualler's License subject to receipt of proof of Workers' Compensation insurance; the license fee; and f
To approve the application of D & D Whitman, Market, Inc., dba DJ's Country Store, for a Common Victualler's License subject to receipt of proof of Workers' Compensation insurance; the license fee; and final inspection/approval of the Board of Health, Building Commissioner and Fire Department
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of D & D Whitman, Market, Inc., dba DJ's Country Store, for a Common Victualler's License subject to receipt of proof of Workers' Compensation insurance; the license fee; and final inspection/approval of the Board of Health, Building Commissioner and Fire Department. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Charlene Conway for a special Amusement/Live Entertainment License on the premises located at 1055 Auburn Street (Carousel Family Fun Center) on Saturday, June 9, 2018, from 10:
To approve the request of Charlene Conway for a special Amusement/Live Entertainment License on the premises located at 1055 Auburn Street (Carousel Family Fun Center) on Saturday, June 9, 2018, from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. for a private, adult-only roller skating event
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Charlene Conway for a special Amusement/Live Entertainment License on the premises located at 1055 Auburn Street (Carousel Family Fun Center) on Saturday, June 9, 2018, from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. for a private, adult-only roller skating event. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Murphy, Lamere & Murphy to increase the hourly rate for legal services to $195.00 per hour, effective July 1, 2018
To approve the request of Murphy, Lamere & Murphy to increase the hourly rate for legal services to $195.00 per hour, effective July 1, 2018
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Murphy, Lamere & Murphy to increase the hourly rate for legal services to $195.00 per hour, effective July 1, 2018. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Amy Mahoney on behalf of the Conley Elementary School Parent Advisory Council to conduct the annual Conley Color 5k Run/Walk during the month of September, 2018
To approve the request of Amy Mahoney on behalf of the Conley Elementary School Parent Advisory Council to conduct the annual Conley Color 5k Run/Walk during the month of September, 2018
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Amy Mahoney on behalf of the Conley Elementary School Parent Advisory Council to conduct the annual Conley Color 5k Run/Walk during the month of September, 2018. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Police Chief Scott Benton to attend the IACP Annual Conference in Orlando, FL, from October 6, 2018, through October 9, 2018
To approve the request of Police Chief Scott Benton to attend the IACP Annual Conference in Orlando, FL, from October 6, 2018, through October 9, 2018
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Police Chief Scott Benton to attend the IACP Annual Conference in Orlando, FL, from October 6, 2018, through October 9, 2018. Second Mr. Bezanson. Mr. Lynam discussed the need to set guidelines for expenses. Mr. Lambiase agreed and suggested drafting a policy. He also noted the importance of promoting professional development. Chairman Kowalski agreed. Mr. Salvucci asked when the Board could expect to see a draft of the policy. Mr. Lynam advised Mr. Salvucci that a policy will be presented to the Board by the end of June. Hearing nothing further, Chairman Kowalski asked for a vote in connection with the motion on the floor. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Police Chief Scott Benton for a line item transfer in the amount of $25,000.00 from Line Item #224 Veterans Sustenance to Line Item #117 Expense (Police)
To approve the request of Police Chief Scott Benton for a line item transfer in the amount of $25,000.00 from Line Item #224 Veterans Sustenance to Line Item #117 Expense (Police)
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Police Chief Scott Benton for a line item transfer in the amount of $25,000.00 from Line Item #224 Veterans Sustenance to Line Item #117 Expense (Police). Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Authorize the Town Administrator to engage an individual to serve as interim Town Accountant on a part-time basis
To authorize the Town Administrator to engage an individual to serve as interim Town Accountant on a part-time basis
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to authorize the Town Administrator to engage an individual to serve as interim Town Accountant on a part-time basis. 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, employee, staff member or individual; and (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 7:20 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, employee, staff member or individual; and (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)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“At 7:37 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adjourn the meeting. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
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