MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting
June 26, 2018
19 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
Nominate Dr. Kowalski to the position of Chairman
To nominate Dr. Kowalski to the position of Chairman
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to nominate Dr. Kowalski to the position of Chairman. Second Mr. Bezanson. Hearing no other nominations, Mr. Lynam called for a vote in connection with the motion on the floor, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Nominate Mr. Salvucci for the position of Vice Chairman
To nominate Mr. Salvucci for the position of Vice Chairman
From the minutes
“Mr. Bezanson MOVED to nominate Mr. Salvucci for the position of Vice Chairman. Second Mr. Lambiase. Hearing no other nominations, Chairman Kowalski asked for a vote in connection with the motion on the floor, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Bezanson, second: Lambiase)
Nominate Mr. Bezanson for the position of Clerk
To nominate Mr. Bezanson for the position of Clerk
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to nominate Mr. Bezanson for the position of Clerk. Second Mr. Lambiase. Hearing no other nominations, Chairman Kowalski asked for a vote in connection with the motion on the floor. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Lambiase)
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 Nantucket Wild (Andrew Poce) for a Transient Vendor License to sell fish on the premises located at 1113 Bedford Street subject to final inspection/approval of the Board of
To approve the application of Nantucket Wild (Andrew Poce) for a Transient Vendor License to sell fish on the premises located at 1113 Bedford Street subject to final inspection/approval of the Board of Health, Building Commissioner and Fire Department; and proof of liability insurance as required by the owner of the property
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of Nantucket Wild (Andrew Poce) for a Transient Vendor License to sell fish on the premises located at 1113 Bedford Street subject to final inspection/approval of the Board of Health, Building Commissioner and Fire Department; and proof of liability insurance as required by the owner of the property. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, June 12, 2018
To approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Yes: LaMattina, Lambiase, SalvucciAbstained: Bezanson, Kowalski
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, June 12, 2018. Second Mr. Lambiase, so voted 3-0-2 (Chairman Kowalski and Mr. Bezanson abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Lambiase)
Approve the request of William Scharnick to be reappointed to the position of Constable for a three-year term, effective June 30, 2018, through June 30, 2021
To approve the request of William Scharnick to be reappointed to the position of Constable for a three-year term, effective June 30, 2018, through June 30, 2021
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of William Scharnick to be reappointed to the position of Constable for a three-year term, effective June 30, 2018, through June 30, 2021. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Joel Thomas to be reappointed to the position of Constable for a three-year term, effective June 27, 2018, through June 27, 2021, subject to the receipt of an updated Public Off
To approve the request of Joel Thomas to be reappointed to the position of Constable for a three-year term, effective June 27, 2018, through June 27, 2021, subject to the receipt of an updated Public Officials' Bond
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Joel Thomas to be reappointed to the position of Constable for a three-year term, effective June 27, 2018, through June 27, 2021, subject to the receipt of an updated Public Officials' Bond. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of the Treasurer-Collector for a line item transfer in the amount of $10,000.00 from Line Item #256 (Medical & Life Insurance Town Match) to Line Item #257 (Medicare Tax Town Match
To approve the request of the Treasurer-Collector for a line item transfer in the amount of $10,000.00 from Line Item #256 (Medical & Life Insurance Town Match) to Line Item #257 (Medicare Tax Town Match). Mr. Lynam stated that each year the town is required to match the Medicare tax on the payroll and it is difficult to predict how much will be needed. There are enough funds in line #256 to cover the cost without making an impact
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of the Treasurer-Collector for a line item transfer in the amount of $10,000.00 from Line Item #256 (Medical & Life Insurance Town Match) to Line Item #257 (Medicare Tax Town Match). Mr. Lynam stated that each year the town is required to match the Medicare tax on the payroll and it is difficult to predict how much will be needed. There are enough funds in line #256 to cover the cost without making an impact. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of the Board of Health for a line item transfer in the amount of $420.00 from Line Item #206 (Asst. Health Inspector) to Line Item #205 (Animal Inspector). Mr. Lynam advised the Bo
To approve the request of the Board of Health for a line item transfer in the amount of $420.00 from Line Item #206 (Asst. Health Inspector) to Line Item #205 (Animal Inspector). Mr. Lynam advised the Board that this request is a result of an increase in quarantines
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of the Board of Health for a line item transfer in the amount of $420.00 from Line Item #206 (Asst. Health Inspector) to Line Item #205 (Animal Inspector). Mr. Lynam advised the Board that this request is a result of an increase in quarantines. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of Chief Benton for a line item transfer in the amount of $5,6280.00 from Line Item #117 (Expense) to Line Item #123 (All Other Services)
To approve the request of Chief Benton for a line item transfer in the amount of $5,6280.00 from Line Item #117 (Expense) to Line Item #123 (All Other Services)
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Chief Benton for a line item transfer in the amount of $5,6280.00 from Line Item #117 (Expense) to Line Item #123 (All Other Services). Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of DPW Superintendent Bruce Martin for a line item transfer in the amount of $870.00 from Line Item #186 (Union Labor Salaries) to Line Item #190 (Div. Expense). Mr. Lynam advised
To approve the request of DPW Superintendent Bruce Martin for a line item transfer in the amount of $870.00 from Line Item #186 (Union Labor Salaries) to Line Item #190 (Div. Expense). Mr. Lynam advised the Board that this is a result of reimbursement of health club memberships for 2 employees as provided for in the contract
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of DPW Superintendent Bruce Martin for a line item transfer in the amount of $870.00 from Line Item #186 (Union Labor Salaries) to Line Item #190 (Div. Expense). Mr. Lynam advised the Board that this is a result of reimbursement of health club memberships for 2 employees as provided for in the contract. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Decline the right of first refusal in connection with an affordable housing unit located at 100 Franklin Street, Unit C4 (Franklin Village)
To decline the right of first refusal in connection with an affordable housing unit located at 100 Franklin Street, Unit C4 (Franklin Village)
From the minutes
“Mr. Lambiase MOVED to decline the right of first refusal in connection with an affordable housing unit located at 100 Franklin Street, Unit C4 (Franklin Village). Second Mr. Salvucci, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Lambiase, second: Salvucci)
Authorize the town administrator to enter into an agreement with Melanson Heath for audit services
To authorize the town administrator to enter into an agreement with Melanson Heath for audit services
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to authorize the town administrator to enter into an agreement with Melanson Heath for audit services. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Approve the request of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra for permission to use the Town Hall Auditorium in order to conduct a free concert on Sunday, April 28, 2019
To approve the request of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra for permission to use the Town Hall Auditorium in order to conduct a free concert on Sunday, April 28, 2019
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra for permission to use the Town Hall Auditorium in order to conduct a free concert on Sunday, April 28, 2019. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Authorize the town administrator to sign the deed to 1030 Temple Street
To authorize the town administrator to sign the deed to 1030 Temple Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to authorize the town administrator to sign the deed to 1030 Temple Street. 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, (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective
To enter into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21a, (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; 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 8:23 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to enter into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section 21a, (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; 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. 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 9:07 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adjourn the meeting. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
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