MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting
January 8, 2019
11 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 request of Mokshrudra, Inc., dba Whitman Liquors, for a change of hours in order to sell alcoholic beverages beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Sundays on the premises located at 682 Bedford Stree
To approve the request of Mokshrudra, Inc., dba Whitman Liquors, for a change of hours in order to sell alcoholic beverages beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Sundays on the premises located at 682 Bedford Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Mokshrudra, Inc., dba Whitman Liquors, for a change of hours in order to sell alcoholic beverages beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Sundays on the premises located at 682 Bedford Street. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Open the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting scheduled on Monday, May 6, 2019, and to close same on Friday, January 25, 2019
To open the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting scheduled on Monday, May 6, 2019, and to close same on Friday, January 25, 2019
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to open the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting scheduled on Monday, May 6, 2019, and to close same on Friday, January 25, 2019. 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 27, 2019, 9am-3pm Knights of Columbus #347: October 12, 2019, 9am-4pm Whitman Area Toy Drive: August 31, 2019, with a rain date of September 7, 2019, 9am-1pm American Legion Post #22: April 13, 2019, with a rain date to be determined, 9am-1pm
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 27, 2019, 9am-3pm Knights of Columbus #347: October 12, 2019, 9am-4pm Whitman Area Toy Drive: August 31, 2019, with a rain date of September 7, 2019, 9am-1pm American Legion Post #22: April 13, 2019, with a rain date to be determined, 9am-1pm Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Accept the resignation of Keith Holland from the position of Reserve Officer
To accept the resignation of Keith Holland from the position of Reserve Officer
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the resignation of Keith Holland from the position of Reserve Officer. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Authorize the town administrator to sign the Professional Service Agreement between the Town of Whitman and the Edward J. Collins Center for Public Management for the development of a comprehensive 5-
To authorize the town administrator to sign the Professional Service Agreement between the Town of Whitman and the Edward J. Collins Center for Public Management for the development of a comprehensive 5-year capital improvement plan and assistance in the implementation of budget document enhancements
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to authorize the town administrator to sign the Professional Service Agreement between the Town of Whitman and the Edward J. Collins Center for Public Management for the development of a comprehensive 5-year capital improvement plan and assistance in the implementation of budget document enhancements. Second Mr. Bezanson. Mr. Lynam reminded the Board that a Community Compact Grant was awarded to the town to develop a capital plan and budget presentation. After meeting with all who bid on this project, it is his recommendation to utilize the Collins Center. Chairman Kowalski asked for a vote in connection with the motion on the floor. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Revoke the Class II Auto Dealer's License issued to RT Auto Sales & Repair, Inc. on the premises located at 288 Essex Street
To revoke the Class II Auto Dealer's License issued to RT Auto Sales & Repair, Inc. on the premises located at 288 Essex Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to revoke the Class II Auto Dealer's License issued to RT Auto Sales & Repair, Inc. on the premises located at 288 Essex Street. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
Accept the proposal of Public Safety Consultants, LLC for a Civil Service Sole Assessment Center for the rank of Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief
To accept the proposal of Public Safety Consultants, LLC for a Civil Service Sole Assessment Center for the rank of Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the proposal of Public Safety Consultants, LLC for a Civil Service Sole Assessment Center for the rank of Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief. 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, (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective b
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 litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares
From the minutes
“At 8:08 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED 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 litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the 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 8:16 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adjourn the meeting. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)
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