MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
July 20, 2021
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Carl F. Kowalski, Daniel L. Salvucci, Randolph G. LaMattina
Absent: Brian J. Bezanson, Justin R. Evans
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. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
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. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Approve the application of Whitman Auto Sales Corp. for a Class II Auto Dealer's License on the premises located at 864-878 Bedford Street, subject to receipt of the license fee and final inspection/a
To approve the application of Whitman Auto Sales Corp. for a Class II Auto Dealer's License on the premises located at 864-878 Bedford Street, subject to receipt of the license fee and final inspection/approval of the Building Commissioner
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of Whitman Auto Sales Corp. for a Class II Auto Dealer's License on the premises located at 864-878 Bedford Street, subject to receipt of the license fee and final inspection/approval of the Building Commissioner. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Renew the Fortune Teller's License for Starr's Tarot Cards on the premises located at 418 Bedford Street
To renew the Fortune Teller's License for Starr's Tarot Cards on the premises located at 418 Bedford Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to renew the Fortune Teller's License for Starr's Tarot Cards on the premises located at 418 Bedford Street. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Rescind the following from the position of Special Police Officer: Brian J. Bezanson; Robert P. Curran; Justin R. Evans; James Ewell; Mark J. Getchell; Lincoln D. Heineman; Carl F. Kowalski; Randolph
To rescind the following from the position of Special Police Officer: Brian J. Bezanson; Robert P. Curran; Justin R. Evans; James Ewell; Mark J. Getchell; Lincoln D. Heineman; Carl F. Kowalski; Randolph LaMattina; Peter Palaza; Thomas E. Ruble; and Daniel Salvucci
From the minutes
“Mr. LaMattina MOVED to rescind the following from the position of Special Police Officer: Brian J. Bezanson; Robert P. Curran; Justin R. Evans; James Ewell; Mark J. Getchell; Lincoln D. Heineman; Carl F. Kowalski; Randolph LaMattina; Peter Palaza; Thomas E. Ruble; and Daniel Salvucci. Second Mr. Salvucci. Chief Hanlon explained that due to the Police Reform Act, changes have been made to training requirements. He noted that our auxiliary officers are currently trained and certified but will need to keep up with that status through some sort of academy in the near future. Mr. Heineman indicated he would be in support of sending these officers to the academy; however, he would ask that the town be paid back if they were to leave their position with the town within a certain timeframe. Chairman Kowalski called for a vote in connection with the motion on the floor. So voted 3-0.” (Motion: LaMattina, second: Salvucci)
Appoint Ellice Piper to the position of Member of the Council on Aging for a three-year term, through June 30, 2024, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To appoint Ellice Piper to the position of Member of the Council on Aging for a three-year term, through June 30, 2024, in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Ellice Piper to the position of Member of the Council on Aging for a three-year term, through June 30, 2024, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Rescind the appointment of Joseph Kleinmann to the position of Member, Whitman Cultural Council
To rescind the appointment of Joseph Kleinmann to the position of Member, Whitman Cultural Council
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to rescind the appointment of Joseph Kleinmann to the position of Member, Whitman Cultural Council. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Appoint Julianna Dunn to the position of Member, Whitman Cultural Council for a three-year term, through June 30, 2023, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To appoint Julianna Dunn to the position of Member, Whitman Cultural Council for a three-year term, through June 30, 2023, in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Julianna Dunn to the position of Member, Whitman Cultural Council for a three-year term, through June 30, 2023, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Appoint the following to the Community Preservation Committee: John Goldrosen for a one-year term, through June 30, 2022 Melissa Lothrop for a two-year term, through June 30, 2023 Richard Rosen for a
To appoint the following to the Community Preservation Committee: John Goldrosen for a one-year term, through June 30, 2022 Melissa Lothrop for a two-year term, through June 30, 2023 Richard Rosen for a three-year term, through June 30, 2024 Ryan Tressel for a three-year term, through June 30, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint the following to the Community Preservation Committee: John Goldrosen for a one-year term, through June 30, 2022 Melissa Lothrop for a two-year term, through June 30, 2023 Richard Rosen for a three-year term, through June 30, 2024 Ryan Tressel for a three-year term, through June 30, 2024. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Appoint Gerald Eaton to the position of Associate Member of the Board of Appeals for a two-year term, through June 30, 2022, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To appoint Gerald Eaton to the position of Associate Member of the Board of Appeals for a two-year term, through June 30, 2022, in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Gerald Eaton to the position of Associate Member of the Board of Appeals for a two-year term, through June 30, 2022, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Appoint Michelle Frazier to the Whitman Housing Authority in order to fill an existing vacancy
To appoint Michelle Frazier to the Whitman Housing Authority in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Michelle Frazier to the Whitman Housing Authority in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Accept the resignation of John Hubbard from the position of Auxiliary/Special Police Officer, effective July 9, 2021
To accept the resignation of John Hubbard from the position of Auxiliary/Special Police Officer, effective July 9, 2021
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the resignation of John Hubbard from the position of Auxiliary/Special Police Officer, effective July 9, 2021. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Approve the request of Richard Rosen to extend the hours of operation for McGuiggan's Pub and The Patio at McGuiggan's to 2:00 a.m. on Friday, August 6, 2021, in order to conduct a watch party for the
To approve the request of Richard Rosen to extend the hours of operation for McGuiggan's Pub and The Patio at McGuiggan's to 2:00 a.m. on Friday, August 6, 2021, in order to conduct a watch party for the U.S. women's soccer team on Thursday, August 5, 2021; to close Washington Street between Temple Street/South Avenue and School Street beginning at 8:00 p.m.; and a One-Day Liquor License to serve from a tent set up at 16 Legion Parkway, subject to receipt of the license fee
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Richard Rosen to extend the hours of operation for McGuiggan's Pub and The Patio at McGuiggan's to 2:00 a.m. on Friday, August 6, 2021, in order to conduct a watch party for the U.S. women's soccer team on Thursday, August 5, 2021; to close Washington Street between Temple Street/South Avenue and School Street beginning at 8:00 p.m.; and a One-Day Liquor License to serve from a tent set up at 16 Legion Parkway, subject to receipt of the license fee. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Approve the request of Helen Iannone on behalf of Whitman Youth Soccer to hold the Opening Day Parade on Saturday, August 28, 2021, beginning at 8:30 a.m., in accordance with the route outlined in a l
To approve the request of Helen Iannone on behalf of Whitman Youth Soccer to hold the Opening Day Parade on Saturday, August 28, 2021, beginning at 8:30 a.m., in accordance with the route outlined in a letter received July 14, 2021
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Helen Iannone on behalf of Whitman Youth Soccer to hold the Opening Day Parade on Saturday, August 28, 2021, beginning at 8:30 a.m., in accordance with the route outlined in a letter received July 14, 2021. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Approve the request of Tina Moniz and Jenn Fernandez to hold a block party on Saturday, August 14, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with Fox Hill Run being blocked off to traffic between Shelly Lane
To approve the request of Tina Moniz and Jenn Fernandez to hold a block party on Saturday, August 14, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with Fox Hill Run being blocked off to traffic between Shelly Lane and Hunter's Path
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Tina Moniz and Jenn Fernandez to hold a block party on Saturday, August 14, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with Fox Hill Run being blocked off to traffic between Shelly Lane and Hunter's Path. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“At 8:30 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adjourn the meeting. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: LaMattina)
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