MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
July 12, 2022
20 recorded votes, 4 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, Carl F. Kowalski
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 Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
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 Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, May 24, 2022
To approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Yes: Kain, Kowalski, LaMattina, SalvucciAbstained: Evans
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Evans abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Thursday, June 2, 2022
To approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Thursday, June 2, 2022
Yes: Evans, Kain, Kowalski, LaMattinaAbstained: Salvucci
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Thursday, June 2, 2022. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Salvucci abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, June 7, 2022
To approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, June 7, 2022
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, June 7, 2022. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Move into EXECUTIVE SESSION 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
Into EXECUTIVE SESSION 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)(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, being the Faciliti
From the minutes
“At 6:05 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 than 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, being the Facilities Manager; and pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and/or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, being the Town Administrator, relative to the contractual evaluation process. Second Dr. Kowalski. Roll call vote revealed: Mr. Evans - yes; Mr. Kain - yes; Dr. Kowalski - yes; Mr. Salvucci - yes; and Chairman LaMattina - yes. So voted 5-0..” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Reconvene in open session
To reconvene in open session
From the minutes
“At 7:10 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to reconvene in open session. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Approve the application of Rivers Custom Classics (William R. Lariviere, Jr.) for a Class II Auto Dealer's License on the premises located at 605 Bedford Street, Unit 9, subject to receipt of a surety
To approve the application of Rivers Custom Classics (William R. Lariviere, Jr.) for a Class II Auto Dealer's License on the premises located at 605 Bedford Street, Unit 9, subject to receipt of a surety bond as required by MGL c.140, §58; the license fee; and final inspection/approval of the Building Commissioner
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of Rivers Custom Classics (William R. Lariviere, Jr.) for a Class II Auto Dealer's License on the premises located at 605 Bedford Street, Unit 9, subject to receipt of a surety bond as required by MGL c.140, §58; the license fee; and final inspection/approval of the Building Commissioner. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Approve the petition of National Grid to relay approximately 475 feet of existing 2-inch plastic and coated steel main with 4-inch plastic main starting in front of 671 Auburn Street to 728 Auburn Str
To approve the petition of National Grid to relay approximately 475 feet of existing 2-inch plastic and coated steel main with 4-inch plastic main starting in front of 671 Auburn Street to 728 Auburn Street
Yes: Kain, Kowalski, LaMattina, SalvucciAbstained: Evans
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the petition of National Grid to relay approximately 475 feet of existing 2-inch plastic and coated steel main with 4-inch plastic main starting in front of 671 Auburn Street to 728 Auburn Street. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Evans abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Return to executive session
To return to executive session
From the minutes
“At 7:16 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to return to executive session. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Reconvene in open session
To reconvene in open session
From the minutes
“At 7:48 p.m. Dr. Kowalski MOVED to reconvene in open session. Second Mr. Salvucci, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Kowalski, second: Salvucci)
Appoint Chris DiOrio to the position of Member, By-law Study Committee for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023
To appoint Chris DiOrio to the position of Member, By-law Study Committee for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023
Yes: Evans, Kain, Kowalski, LaMattinaAbstained: Salvucci
From the minutes
“Dr. Kowalski MOVED to appoint Chris DiOrio to the position of Member, By-law Study Committee for a one-year term, through June 30, 2023. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Salvucci abstained).” (Motion: Kowalski, second: Evans)
Rescind the appointment of Gary Young from the position of Assistant Gas Inspector and the position of Assistant Plumbing Inspector
To rescind the appointment of Gary Young from the position of Assistant Gas Inspector and the position of Assistant Plumbing Inspector
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to rescind the appointment of Gary Young from the position of Assistant Gas Inspector and the position of Assistant Plumbing Inspector. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Appoint Robert Piccirilli to the position of Americans With Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) Coordinator through June 30, 2023; Advisory Member, By-law Study Committee, through June 30, 2023; Fence Viewer, t
To appoint Robert Piccirilli to the position of Americans With Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) Coordinator through June 30, 2023; Advisory Member, By-law Study Committee, through June 30, 2023; Fence Viewer, through June 30, 2023; Zoning Enforcement Officer, through June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Robert Piccirilli to the position of Americans With Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) Coordinator through June 30, 2023; Advisory Member, By-law Study Committee, through June 30, 2023; Fence Viewer, through June 30, 2023; Zoning Enforcement Officer, through June 30, 2023. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Appoint Sean Simmons to the position of Associate Member, Historical Commission for a three-year term, through June 30, 2025
To appoint Sean Simmons to the position of Associate Member, Historical Commission for a three-year term, through June 30, 2025
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Sean Simmons to the position of Associate Member, Historical Commission for a three-year term, through June 30, 2025. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
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 Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Approve the request of Tina Moniz and Jen Fernandez to hold a block party on Saturday, August 28, 2022, between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., with Fox Hill Run blocked off to traffic between S
To approve the request of Tina Moniz and Jen Fernandez to hold a block party on Saturday, August 28, 2022, between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., with Fox Hill Run 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 Jen Fernandez to hold a block party on Saturday, August 28, 2022, between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., with Fox Hill Run blocked off to traffic between Shelly Lane and Hunter's Path. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Adopt the Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program Policy as presented
To adopt the Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program Policy as presented
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adopt the Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program Policy as presented. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Adopt the Host Community Agreement for marijuana establishments; and to authorize the Town Administrator, along with Town Counsel and Selectmen Evans and Kain, to negotiate with entities who have subm
To adopt the Host Community Agreement for marijuana establishments; and to authorize the Town Administrator, along with Town Counsel and Selectmen Evans and Kain, to negotiate with entities who have submitted proposals
From the minutes
“Dr. Kowalski MOVED to adopt the Host Community Agreement for marijuana establishments; and to authorize the Town Administrator, along with Town Counsel and Selectmen Evans and Kain, to negotiate with entities who have submitted proposals. Second Mr. Salvucci, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Kowalski, second: Salvucci)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“At 8:20 p.m. Dr. Kowalski MOVED to adjourn the meeting. Second Mr. Salvucci, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Kowalski, second: Salvucci)
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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