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April 18, 2023
2 meetings this evening, 17 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Whitman Select Board · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Present: Randolph G. LaMattina, Daniel L. Salvucci, Justin R. Evans, Shawn M. Kain
Absent: Carl F. Kowalski
15 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
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)
Enter executive session pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation relative to a Whitman Police Union member as an open meeting may ha
Pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation relative to a Whitman Police 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, §21a (1) to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual. Extended sick leave Chairman LaMattina declared that having this meeting in open session will have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body
From the minutes
“At 6:34 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation relative to a Whitman Police 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, §21a (1) to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual. Extended sick leave Chairman LaMattina declared that having this meeting in open session will have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body. 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 7:43 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to reconvene in Open Session. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the application of All Star Transports (Marie Fries) for a Livery 1 License and Livery Driver's Certificate subject to receipt of proof that the vehicle has been registered with the Mass. RMV
To approve the application of All Star Transports (Marie Fries) for a Livery 1 License and Livery Driver's Certificate subject to receipt of proof that the vehicle has been registered with the Mass. RMV as one to be used for livery service; an updated certificate of insurance; and the license fees
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the application of All Star Transports (Marie Fries) for a Livery 1 License and Livery Driver's Certificate subject to receipt of proof that the vehicle has been registered with the Mass. RMV as one to be used for livery service; an updated certificate of insurance; and the license fees. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Issue an interim order and deem the dogs owned or harbored by Jean Karger of 221 High Street as nuisance dogs pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 140, Chapter 136A; and to order Ms. Karger to take the necessar
To issue an interim order and deem the dogs owned or harbored by Jean Karger of 221 High Street as nuisance dogs pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 140, Chapter 136A; and to order Ms. Karger to take the necessary steps to confine the dogs to the property and to keep the dogs leashed at all times, whether on the property or off, and when not on a leash, the dogs 3 must be confined indoors. These requirements shall remain in place until the Board of Selectmen receives confirmation from the Animal Control officer that, in the Animal Control Officer's professional opinion, a secure outdoor facility has been constructed on the property and is sufficient to confine the dogs to the property when off-leash. If Ms. Karger fails to obey this interim order, she will be subject to any and all authorized fines and penalties per the Town of Whitman General By-laws and M.G.L. Chapter 140
From the minutes
“Mr. Kain MOVED to issue an interim order and deem the dogs owned or harbored by Jean Karger of 221 High Street as nuisance dogs pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 140, Chapter 136A; and to order Ms. Karger to take the necessary steps to confine the dogs to the property and to keep the dogs leashed at all times, whether on the property or off, and when not on a leash, the dogs 3 must be confined indoors. These requirements shall remain in place until the Board of Selectmen receives confirmation from the Animal Control officer that, in the Animal Control Officer's professional opinion, a secure outdoor facility has been constructed on the property and is sufficient to confine the dogs to the property when off-leash. If Ms. Karger fails to obey this interim order, she will be subject to any and all authorized fines and penalties per the Town of Whitman General By-laws and M.G.L. Chapter 140. Second Mr. Salvucci, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Kain, second: Salvucci)
Call for a special Town Meeting on Monday, October 30, 2023, and a special Town Election on Saturday, November 4, 2023
To call for a special Town Meeting on Monday, October 30, 2023, and a special Town Election on Saturday, November 4, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to call for a special Town Meeting on Monday, October 30, 2023, and a special Town Election on Saturday, November 4, 2023. Second Mr. Kain, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve license renewals for the following license holders for the period May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024 (subject to the submission of renewal paperwork, renewal fees and current tax status): 1. F
To approve license renewals for the following license holders for the period May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024 (subject to the submission of renewal paperwork, renewal fees and current tax status): 1. Fuel Storage Licenses a. Whitman Burial Vault/Watertown Engineering, 1200 Auburn Street b. The Stop & Shop Company, LLC #444, 475 Bedford Street c. TMC II Realty, dba Carey's, 672 Bedford Street d. Jiffy Lube International #1918, 691 Bedford Street e. Whitman Middle School, 100 Corthell Avenue f. Department of Public Works, 100 Essex Street g. Cee Jay Realty Trust (Joseph Saccone), 106 Essex Street h. Conley School, 100 Forest Street i. Bullet Realty Co., dba T&K Asphalt Services, 7 Industrial Way j. Duval School, 60 Regal Street k. Trillium Fuel, dba Whitman Gas, 180 South Avenue l. OM South Avenue LLC, 311 South Avenue m. A.L. Prime Energy Consultant, Inc., 79 Temple Street n. Cumberland
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve license renewals for the following license holders for the period May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024 (subject to the submission of renewal paperwork, renewal fees and current tax status): 1. Fuel Storage Licenses a. Whitman Burial Vault/Watertown Engineering, 1200 Auburn Street b. The Stop & Shop Company, LLC #444, 475 Bedford Street c. TMC II Realty, dba Carey's, 672 Bedford Street d. Jiffy Lube International #1918, 691 Bedford Street e. Whitman Middle School, 100 Corthell Avenue f. Department of Public Works, 100 Essex Street g. Cee Jay Realty Trust (Joseph Saccone), 106 Essex Street h. Conley School, 100 Forest Street i. Bullet Realty Co., dba T&K Asphalt Services, 7 Industrial Way j. Duval School, 60 Regal Street k. Trillium Fuel, dba Whitman Gas, 180 South Avenue l. OM South Avenue LLC, 311 South Avenue m. A.L. Prime Energy Consultant, Inc., 79 Temple Street n. Cumberland Farms, Inc., 280 Temple Street o. MKPM Whitman, LLC, dba New World, 359 Bedford Street Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve licenses for: 2. Junk Collector's Licenses a. Joseph Saccone (J. Saccone & Sons, Inc.), 106 Essex Street 4 b. Environmental Pick Up Corp., dba Conway Scrap Metal, 36 Vincent Street
To approve licenses for: 2. Junk Collector's Licenses a. Joseph Saccone (J. Saccone & Sons, Inc.), 106 Essex Street 4 b. Environmental Pick Up Corp., dba Conway Scrap Metal, 36 Vincent Street
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve licenses for: 2. Junk Collector's Licenses a. Joseph Saccone (J. Saccone & Sons, Inc.), 106 Essex Street 4 b. Environmental Pick Up Corp., dba Conway Scrap Metal, 36 Vincent Street Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve licenses for: 3. Junk Dealer's Licenses a. Joseph Saccone (J. Saccone & Sons, Inc.), 106 Essex Street b. Whitman Estate Furniture, 356 South Avenue, Unit C
To approve licenses for: 3. Junk Dealer's Licenses a. Joseph Saccone (J. Saccone & Sons, Inc.), 106 Essex Street b. Whitman Estate Furniture, 356 South Avenue, Unit C
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve licenses for: 3. Junk Dealer's Licenses a. Joseph Saccone (J. Saccone & Sons, Inc.), 106 Essex Street b. Whitman Estate Furniture, 356 South Avenue, Unit C Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Roger Hendrix, Commander, Whitman VFW Post 697, to hold the 155th Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, 2023
To approve the request of Roger Hendrix, Commander, Whitman VFW Post 697, to hold the 155th Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Roger Hendrix, Commander, Whitman VFW Post 697, to hold the 155th Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, 2023. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Holmestead Harvest (Lizz Wilson) for a One- Day Liquor License on the premises located at 30 Temple Street, Unit C for the following events: May 7, 2023: Pasta Making Class with
To approve the request of Holmestead Harvest (Lizz Wilson) for a One- Day Liquor License on the premises located at 30 Temple Street, Unit C for the following events: May 7, 2023: Pasta Making Class with charcuterie spread and wine (12-person event, 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.). May 21, 2023: Cookie decorating event with charcuterie spread and wine (serving 14-16 people, 4:00 p.m.-7 :00 p.m.). June 4, 2023: Craft & Carry event with food and wine (14 people, 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.). June 25, 2023: Women's Networking event with professional headshots (event includes food & wine, 16-20 people, 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.)
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Holmestead Harvest (Lizz Wilson) for a One- Day Liquor License on the premises located at 30 Temple Street, Unit C for the following events: May 7, 2023: Pasta Making Class with charcuterie spread and wine (12-person event, 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.). May 21, 2023: Cookie decorating event with charcuterie spread and wine (serving 14-16 people, 4:00 p.m.-7 :00 p.m.). June 4, 2023: Craft & Carry event with food and wine (14 people, 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.). June 25, 2023: Women's Networking event with professional headshots (event includes food & wine, 16-20 people, 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.). Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the May 1, 2023, Annual Town Meeting warrant
To approve the May 1, 2023, Annual Town Meeting warrant
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the May 1, 2023, Annual Town Meeting warrant. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley to appoint checkers for the May 1, 2023, Annual Town Meeting as outlined in a memo dated April 18, 2023
To approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley to appoint checkers for the May 1, 2023, Annual Town Meeting as outlined in a memo dated April 18, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley to appoint checkers for the May 1, 2023, Annual Town Meeting as outlined in a memo dated April 18, 2023 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)
Whitman Select Board · Joint meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Note on these minutes: Joint meeting with the Hanson Select Board and the Whitman-Hanson Regional School Committee. Only the Whitman board's own votes are listed.
Present: Randolph G. LaMattina, Daniel L. Salvucci, Justin R. Evans, Shawn M. Kain
Absent: Carl F. Kowalski
2 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Increase the Town's assessment to the WHRSD for FY24 to 5.96 percent
To increase the Town's assessment to the WHRSD for FY24 to 5.96 percent
Yes: Evans, LaMattina, SalvucciNo: Kain
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans MOVED to increase the Town's assessment to the WHRSD for FY24 to 5.96 percent. Second Mr. Salvucci. Mr. Salvucci said that he would not like to see any cuts to the fire or police departments due to this motion. Mr. Kain provided a report showing school statistics over the last 10 years which included the following: 2012: 202 teachers for a ratio of 21/1 with an enrollment of 4,320 students 2022: 249 teachers for a ratio of 14/1 with an enrollment of 3,539 students Mr. Kain further commented that he would like to stick to a sustainable budget and no more than a 5% increase in the assessment each year. Chairman LaMattina agreed with Mr. Kain's comments. Chairman LaMattina would like everyone to look at who this vote affects - people in this room, friends, neighbors, children. He reminded everyone that the process has to change, and a better solution needs to be found. Mr. Kain asked Chairman LaMattina to explain what would happen if the vote does not pass this evening. Chairman LaMattina expressed that we would be back to where we started and that does not work for anyone. Mr. Salvucci asked the WHRSD School Committee to do a better job next year. Chairman LaMattina asked for a vote in connection with the motion on the floor. So voted 3-1 (Mr. Kain opposed).” (Motion: Evans, second: Salvucci)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“the Whitman Board of Selectmen unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting (moved by Mr. Salvucci, seconded by Mr. Evans)..” (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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