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September 27, 2022
12 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
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)(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 (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 the chair so declares
From the minutes
“At 7:00 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)(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 (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 the chair so declares. 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)
Accept bill and payroll warrants
To accept bill and payroll warrants
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept 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, September 13, 2022
To approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, September 13, 2022
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday, September 13, 2022. Second Dr. Kowalski. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Accept the request of Ms. Christine Morse to use the auditorium on January 21, 2023, for the purpose of holding a beauty pageant to benefit the Miss Whitman Scholarship Organization
To accept the request of Ms. Christine Morse to use the auditorium on January 21, 2023, for the purpose of holding a beauty pageant to benefit the Miss Whitman Scholarship Organization
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the request of Ms. Christine Morse to use the auditorium on January 21, 2023, for the purpose of holding a beauty pageant to benefit the Miss Whitman Scholarship Organization. Second Dr. Kowalski. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Accept the Wine & Malt Package Goods Store Liquor License surrendered to the office of the Board of Selectmen on September 20, 2022, by C&B Retailers, Inc., dba Whitman News, located at 410 Bedford St
To accept the Wine & Malt Package Goods Store Liquor License surrendered to the office of the Board of Selectmen on September 20, 2022, by C&B Retailers, Inc., dba Whitman News, located at 410 Bedford Street, as the business is no longer in operation
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the Wine & Malt Package Goods Store Liquor License surrendered to the office of the Board of Selectmen on September 20, 2022, by C&B Retailers, Inc., dba Whitman News, located at 410 Bedford Street, as the business is no longer in operation. Second Dr. Kowalski. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Approve the request to appoint Mr. Lynam to the Mayflower Municipal Health Group Steering Committee
To approve the request to appoint Mr. Lynam to the Mayflower Municipal Health Group Steering Committee
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request to appoint Mr. Lynam to the Mayflower Municipal Health Group Steering Committee. Second Dr. Kowalski. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Rescind Spencer Shute from the position of Alternate Member of the Conservation Commission, effective immediately
To rescind Spencer Shute from the position of Alternate Member of the Conservation Commission, effective immediately
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to rescind Spencer Shute from the position of Alternate Member of the Conservation Commission, effective immediately. Second Dr. Kowalski. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Rescind Lincoln Heineman from the position of Affirmative Action Representative; Assistant Parking Clerk; Auction Permit Agent; By-law Study Committee (Member); and Fair Housing Officer - Fair Housing
To rescind Lincoln Heineman from the position of Affirmative Action Representative; Assistant Parking Clerk; Auction Permit Agent; By-law Study Committee (Member); and Fair Housing Officer - Fair Housing Committee effective August 15, 2022
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to rescind Lincoln Heineman from the position of Affirmative Action Representative; Assistant Parking Clerk; Auction Permit Agent; By-law Study Committee (Member); and Fair Housing Officer - Fair Housing Committee effective August 15, 2022. Second Dr. Kowalski. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Approve the request of Chief Hanlon to appoint John Rice to the position of Crossing Guard/Special Constable through June 30, 2023
To approve the request of Chief Hanlon to appoint John Rice to the position of Crossing Guard/Special Constable through June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Chief Hanlon to appoint John Rice to the position of Crossing Guard/Special Constable through June 30, 2023. Second Dr. Kowalski. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Call for a special Town Meeting on November 14, 2022
To call for a special Town Meeting on November 14, 2022
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to call for a special Town Meeting on November 14, 2022. Second Dr. Kowalski. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“At 7:40 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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