MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
September 13, 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, 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 from the meeting held on Thursday, August 25, 2022
To approve the Open Session minutes from the meeting held on Thursday, August 25, 2022
From the minutes
“Dr. Kowalski MOVED to approve the Open Session minutes from the meeting held on Thursday, August 25, 2022. Second Mr. Salvucci, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Kowalski, second: Salvucci)
Approve the application of Edwar Guirguis, dba Edwar's Transportation, for a Livery License and Livery Driver's Certificate on the premises located at 15 Hilltop Road subject to receipt of the license
To approve the application of Edwar Guirguis, dba Edwar's Transportation, for a Livery License and Livery Driver's Certificate on the premises located at 15 Hilltop Road subject to receipt of the license fees
From the minutes
“Dr. Kowalski MOVED to approve the application of Edwar Guirguis, dba Edwar's Transportation, for a Livery License and Livery Driver's Certificate on the premises located at 15 Hilltop Road subject to receipt of the license fees. Second Mr. Salvucci, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Kowalski, second: Salvucci)
Approve the use of Town facilities (TBD) for the purpose of holding Covid-19 vaccination clinics on Thursday, September 29, 2022; Friday, October 21, 2022; Wednesday, November 30, 2022; and Thursday,
To approve the use of Town facilities (TBD) for the purpose of holding Covid-19 vaccination clinics on Thursday, September 29, 2022; Friday, October 21, 2022; Wednesday, November 30, 2022; and Thursday, December 15, 2022
From the minutes
“Dr. Kowalski amended the motion and MOVED to approve the use of Town facilities (TBD) for the purpose of holding Covid-19 vaccination clinics on Thursday, September 29, 2022; Friday, October 21, 2022; Wednesday, November 30, 2022; and Thursday, December 15, 2022. Second Mr. Salvucci, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Kowalski, second: Salvucci)
Approve the request of Michelle LaMattina on behalf of Dollars for Scholars to conduct the 3rd Annual DFS Decorating for Scholars event in the Whitman Town Park on December 9, 10, & 11, 2022; and for
To approve the request of Michelle LaMattina on behalf of Dollars for Scholars to conduct the 3rd Annual DFS Decorating for Scholars event in the Whitman Town Park on December 9, 10, & 11, 2022; and for use of the Town Hall auditorium on Saturday, December 10, 2022, in order to hold a vendor fair
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Michelle LaMattina on behalf of Dollars for Scholars to conduct the 3rd Annual DFS Decorating for Scholars event in the Whitman Town Park on December 9, 10, & 11, 2022; and for use of the Town Hall auditorium on Saturday, December 10, 2022, in order to hold a vendor fair. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Approve the request of Elena Mauro on behalf of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra for permission to use the Town Hall auditorium for the purpose of conducting a free Christmas Concert on Sunday,
To approve the request of Elena Mauro on behalf of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra for permission to use the Town Hall auditorium for the purpose of conducting a free Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 4, 2022; and a free Spring Concert on Sunday, April 23, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Elena Mauro on behalf of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra for permission to use the Town Hall auditorium for the purpose of conducting a free Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 4, 2022; and a free Spring Concert on Sunday, April 23, 2023. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Accept with regret the resignation of Fred Gilmetti from the position of Member of the Board of Appeals, effective August 25, 2022
To accept with regret the resignation of Fred Gilmetti from the position of Member of the Board of Appeals, effective August 25, 2022
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept with regret the resignation of Fred Gilmetti from the position of Member of the Board of Appeals, effective August 25, 2022. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Approve the request of Robert Curran to be appointed to the position of Member of the Board of Appeals for the remainder of a five-year term, through June 30, 2027, in order to fill an existing vacanc
To approve the request of Robert Curran to be appointed to the position of Member of the Board of Appeals for the remainder of a five-year term, through June 30, 2027, in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Robert Curran to be appointed to the position of Member of the Board of Appeals for the remainder of a five-year term, through June 30, 2027, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Appoint Robert Piccirilli to Outdoor Advertising Division, through June 30, 2023
To appoint Robert Piccirilli to Outdoor Advertising Division, through June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“Dr. Kowalski MOVED to appoint Robert Piccirilli to Outdoor Advertising Division, through June 30, 2023. Second Mr. Salvucci, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Kowalski, second: Salvucci)
Approve the request of Chief Clancy to dispose of a 2002 Ford E-450 by conveying it to the Plympton-Halifax CERT Team
To approve the request of Chief Clancy to dispose of a 2002 Ford E-450 by conveying it to the Plympton-Halifax CERT Team
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Chief Clancy to dispose of a 2002 Ford E-450 by conveying it to the Plympton-Halifax CERT Team. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Appoint Richard Anderson, Timothy Clancy, John Galvin, Carl F. Kowalski, Francis J. Lynam and Beth Stafford to serve on a search committee for a new Town Administrator
To appoint Richard Anderson, Timothy Clancy, John Galvin, Carl F. Kowalski, Francis J. Lynam and Beth Stafford to serve on a search committee for a new Town Administrator
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Richard Anderson, Timothy Clancy, John Galvin, Carl F. Kowalski, Francis J. Lynam and Beth Stafford to serve on a search committee for a new Town Administrator. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Adopt the Town of Whitman Social Equity Marijuana Business Policies and Procedures
To adopt the Town of Whitman Social Equity Marijuana Business Policies and Procedures
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adopt the Town of Whitman Social Equity Marijuana Business Policies and Procedures. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Appoint Kenneth Lytle to the position of interim Treasurer-Collector, effective November 1, 2022
To appoint Kenneth Lytle to the position of interim Treasurer-Collector, effective November 1, 2022
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to appoint Kenneth Lytle to the position of interim Treasurer-Collector, effective November 1, 2022. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Appoint Michael Cogran to the position of full-time Custodian (Unit B, Step 1)
To appoint Michael Cogran to the position of full-time Custodian (Unit B, Step 1)
From the minutes
“Dr. Kowalski MOVED to appoint Michael Cogran to the position of full-time Custodian (Unit B, Step 1). Second Mr. Salvucci. Mr. Lynam explained the previous custodian was appointed as Facilities Manager, creating a vacancy. Mr. Cogran has been employed as our Maintenance Technician for the past several years. This is a union position and he is asking the Board to appoint Mr. Cogran. The guidelines of the contract will be followed however, Mr. Lynam advised the Board that he will be looking to revisit the starting step for Mr. Cogran due to the number of years he has been employed by the Town. In addition, the Facilities Manager is also recommending Mr. Cogran for appointment. Chairman LaMattina called for a vote in connection with the motion on the floor. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Kowalski, second: Salvucci)
Move into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel, being all Recording Secretaries, as an
Into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel, being all Recording Secretaries, as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body, as declared by the chair
From the minutes
“At 8:05 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED into EXECUTIVE SESSION in accordance with the M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel, being all Recording Secretaries, as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body, as declared by the chair. 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)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“At 8:45 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adjourn the meeting. Second Dr. Kowalski, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
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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