MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
June 21, 2022
17 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Randolph G. LaMattina, Daniel L. Salvucci, Justin R. Evans, Shawn M. Kain
Absent: Carl F. Kowalski
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. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
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. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Murphy, Lamere & Murphy to increase the rate for legal services to $205.00 per hour, effective July 1, 2022
To approve the request of Murphy, Lamere & Murphy to increase the rate for legal services to $205.00 per hour, effective July 1, 2022
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Murphy, Lamere & Murphy to increase the rate for legal services to $205.00 per hour, effective July 1, 2022. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the FY23 annual appointments as listed in a document on file in the Selectmen's office
To approve the FY23 annual appointments as listed in a document on file in the Selectmen's office
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the FY23 annual appointments as listed in a document on file in the Selectmen's office. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Accept the resignation of Tina Vassil from the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council, effective June 13, 2022
To accept the resignation of Tina Vassil from the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council, effective June 13, 2022
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the resignation of Tina Vassil from the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council, effective June 13, 2022. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Appoint Brittany Cavallo to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2023, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To appoint Brittany Cavallo to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2023, in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Brittany Cavallo to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2023, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Appoint Adriana Destefano to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2023, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To appoint Adriana Destefano to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2023, in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Adriana Destefano to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2023, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Appoint Kristy Zamagni-Twomey to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for a three-year term, effective July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2025
To appoint Kristy Zamagni-Twomey to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for a three-year term, effective July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2025
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Kristy Zamagni-Twomey to the position of Member of the Whitman Cultural Council for a three-year term, effective July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2025. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Move into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(1) to discuss the physical condition or mental health, rather then professional competence of a Police Department employee; and pursuant t
Into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(1) to discuss the physical condition or mental health, rather then professional competence of a Police Department employee; and pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(1) to discuss the physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of a Police Department employee; and pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation relative to a claim by the Whitman Police Union and a Union member as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body, as declared by the chair; and pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(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 to conduct stra
From the minutes
“At 7:30 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(1) to discuss the physical condition or mental health, rather then professional competence of a Police Department employee; and pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(1) to discuss the physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of a Police Department employee; and pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation relative to a claim by the Whitman Police Union and a Union member as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body, as declared by the chair; and pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(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 to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for the negotiation of benefits for all nonunion Town personnel. Second Mr. Evans. Roll call vote revealed: Mr. Evans - yes; Mr. Kain - yes; Mr. Salvucci - yes; and Chairman LaMattina - yes. So voted 4-0..” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Reconvene in Open Session
To reconvene in Open Session
From the minutes
“At 9:10 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to reconvene in Open Session. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Appoint Robert Curran to the position of Assistant Inspector of Buildings - Building Commissioner for a one-year term, through June 30, 2022
To appoint Robert Curran to the position of Assistant Inspector of Buildings - Building Commissioner for a one-year term, through June 30, 2022
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Robert Curran to the position of Assistant Inspector of Buildings - Building Commissioner for a one-year term, through June 30, 2022. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Appoint John Auld to the position of Assistant Wiring Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023; and to appoint Dan Driscoll to the position of Assistant Wiring Inspector for a one-year ter
To appoint John Auld to the position of Assistant Wiring Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023; and to appoint Dan Driscoll to the position of Assistant Wiring Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint John Auld to the position of Assistant Wiring Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023; and to appoint Dan Driscoll to the position of Assistant Wiring Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Appoint Gary Young to the position of Assistant Gas Inspector and Assistant Plumbing Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023
To appoint Gary Young to the position of Assistant Gas Inspector and Assistant Plumbing Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Gary Young to the position of Assistant Gas Inspector and Assistant Plumbing Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Appoint Selectman Justin Evans to serve as Alternate Delegate, Plymouth County Advisory Board, through June 30, 2023
To appoint Selectman Justin Evans to serve as Alternate Delegate, Plymouth County Advisory Board, through June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Selectman Justin Evans to serve as Alternate Delegate, Plymouth County Advisory Board, through June 30, 2023. Second Mr. Kain, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve the request of Richard Rosen on behalf of McGuiggan's Pub, to conduct the 12th Annual McGuiggan's Pub 5K Road Race on Sunday, September 25, 2022; to close off Legion Parkway from 12:00 p.m. to
To approve the request of Richard Rosen on behalf of McGuiggan's Pub, to conduct the 12th Annual McGuiggan's Pub 5K Road Race on Sunday, September 25, 2022; to close off Legion Parkway from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 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 on behalf of McGuiggan's Pub, to conduct the 12th Annual McGuiggan's Pub 5K Road Race on Sunday, September 25, 2022; to close off Legion Parkway from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 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. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the following line item transfers: $2,500.00 from Treasurer-Collector Office Expenses to Treasurer-Collector All Other Salaries $12,075.00 from Norfolk County Agricultural H.S. to Facilities -
To approve the following line item transfers: $2,500.00 from Treasurer-Collector Office Expenses to Treasurer-Collector All Other Salaries $12,075.00 from Norfolk County Agricultural H.S. to Facilities - Expenses $25,000.00 from Police - Expenses to Police - Salaries $18,821 from Water & Sewer Enterprises - Expenses to Water & Sewer Enterprise - Salaries $5,000.00 from Library - Salaries to Library - Expenses
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the following line item transfers: $2,500.00 from Treasurer-Collector Office Expenses to Treasurer-Collector All Other Salaries $12,075.00 from Norfolk County Agricultural H.S. to Facilities - Expenses $25,000.00 from Police - Expenses to Police - Salaries $18,821 from Water & Sewer Enterprises - Expenses to Water & Sewer Enterprise - Salaries $5,000.00 from Library - Salaries to Library - Expenses Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“At 9:30 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adjourn the meeting. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
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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