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Whitman Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting

November 9, 2021

7 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Carl F. Kowalski, Daniel L. Salvucci, Brian J. Bezanson, Randolph G. LaMattina, Justin R. Evans

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve bill and payroll warrants

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Accept correspondence in the Read File

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

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)

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Approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley to appoint Adelaide M. Carew to the position of Registrar of Voters for the period December 1, 2021, through April 1, 2022, in order to fill an existing v

Minutes, page 1

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley to appoint Adelaide M. Carew to the position of Registrar of Voters for the period December 1, 2021, through April 1, 2022, in order to fill an existing vacancy

From the minutes

“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley to appoint Adelaide M. Carew to the position of Registrar of Voters for the period December 1, 2021, through April 1, 2022, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

The following in connection with the Town's 5-year Strategic Plan: Mission Statement: To provide responsible, sustainable services by fostering strong community relationships for our citizens, future

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To the following in connection with the Town's 5-year Strategic Plan: Mission Statement: To provide responsible, sustainable services by fostering strong community relationships for our citizens, future citizens and visitors. Vision Statement: A welcoming, collaborative community that values its history to ensure a successful future. Values Statement: Sustainable, supportive, respectful and participatory government

From the minutes

“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to the following in connection with the Town's 5-year Strategic Plan: Mission Statement: To provide responsible, sustainable services by fostering strong community relationships for our citizens, future citizens and visitors. Vision Statement: A welcoming, collaborative community that values its history to ensure a successful future. Values Statement: Sustainable, supportive, respectful and participatory government. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the request of Elena Mauro on behalf of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra to impose a mask mandate for all those attending the free concert inside the Town Hall auditorium on Sunday, Dec

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the request of Elena Mauro on behalf of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra to impose a mask mandate for all those attending the free concert inside the Town Hall auditorium on Sunday, December 5, 2021

From the minutes

“Mr. Bezanson MOVED to approve the request of Elena Mauro on behalf of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra to impose a mask mandate for all those attending the free concert inside the Town Hall auditorium on Sunday, December 5, 2021. Second Mr. LaMattina, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Bezanson, second: LaMattina)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

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

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

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 (6) to consider the purchase, exchange. Lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body

From the minutes

“At 7:47 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 (6) to consider the purchase, exchange. Lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body. Second Mr. Bezanson. Roll call vote revealed: Mr. Bezanson - yes; Mr. Evans - yes; Mr. LaMattina - yes; Mr. Salvucci - yes; and Chairman Kowalski - yes. So voted 5-0..” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Adjourn the meeting

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn the meeting

From the minutes

“At 8:35 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adjourn the meeting. Second Mr. Bezanson, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Bezanson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

From the Whitman Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos of current members: stills from WHCA-TV’s candidate interviews (Daniel Salvucci 2024; Justin Evans and Shawn Kain 2025; Dawn Byers and Christina Gorman 2026). Former members show initials.

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