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May 23, 2023
28 recorded votes, 9 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Carl F. Kowalski, Daniel L. Salvucci, Justin R. Evans, Shawn M. Kain, Laura L. Howe
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Nominate Dr. Kowalski to the position of Chairman
To nominate Dr. Kowalski to the position of Chairman
This was a roll-call choice between two nominees for Chair, not a yes-or-no vote: Daniel L. Salvucci, Carl F. Kowalski and Laura L. Howe chose Dr. Kowalski; Shawn M. Kain and Justin R. Evans chose Mr. Evans (nominated by Mr. Kain, seconded by Dr. Kowalski). The minutes record it as 3-2.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to nominate Dr. Kowalski to the position of Chairman. Second Mr. Evans. ... Hearing no other nominations, Ms. Carter called for a roll call vote in connection with the motions on the floor. Roll call vote revealed: Mr. Salvucci - Dr. Kowalski; Mr. Kain - Mr. Evans; Dr. Kowalski - Dr. Kowalski; Mr. Evans - Mr. Evans; Ms. Howe - Dr. Kowalski. So voted 3-2..” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Nominate Mr. Salvucci for the position of Vice Chairman
To nominate Mr. Salvucci for the position of Vice Chairman
Yes: Evans, Howe, Kowalski, SalvucciNo: Kain
From the minutes
“Ms. Howe MOVED to nominate Mr. Salvucci for the position of Vice Chairman. Second chairman Kowalski. Hearing no other nominations, Chairman Kowalski asked for a vote in connection with the motion on the floor. So voted 4-1 (Mr. Kain opposed).” (Motion: Howe, second: Kowalski)
Nominate Mr. Evans for the position of Clerk
To nominate Mr. Evans for the position of Clerk
From the minutes
“Ms. Howe MOVED to nominate Mr. Evans for the position of Clerk. Second Mr. Salvucci. Hearing no other nominations, Chairman Kowalski asked for a vote in connection with the motion on the floor. So voted 5-0.” (Motion: Howe, second: Salvucci)
Accept bill and payroll warrants
To accept bill and payroll warrants
Yes: Evans, Kain, Kowalski, SalvucciAbstained: Howe
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept bill and payroll warrants. Second Mr. Evans, So voted 4-0-1(Ms. Howe abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Accept correspondence in the read file
To accept correspondence in the read file
Yes: Evans, Kain, Kowalski, SalvucciAbstained: Howe
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept correspondence in the read file. Second Chairman Kowalski, So voted 4-0-1 (Ms. Howe abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kowalski)
Select Mr. Evans to serve on the Whitman Middle School Building Committee
To select Mr. Evans to serve on the Whitman Middle School Building Committee
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to select Mr. Evans to serve on the Whitman Middle School Building Committee. Second Mr. Kain, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Accept the minutes of the meeting held on April 4, 2023
To accept the minutes of the meeting held on April 4, 2023
Yes: Evans, Kain, SalvucciAbstained: Howe, Kowalski
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the minutes of the meeting held on April 4, 2023. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 3-0-2 (Chairman Kowalski and Ms. Howe abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Accept the minutes of the meeting held on April 24, 2023
To accept the minutes of the meeting held on April 24, 2023
Yes: Evans, Kain, Kowalski, SalvucciAbstained: Howe
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the minutes of the meeting held on April 24, 2023. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0-1 (Ms. Howe abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Accept the minutes of the Executive Session meeting held on May 1, 2023
To accept the minutes of the Executive Session meeting held on May 1, 2023
Yes: Evans, Kain, Kowalski, SalvucciAbstained: Howe
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the minutes of the Executive Session meeting held on May 1, 2023. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0-1 (Ms. Howe abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Edwar Guirguis to change the name of the business on the Livery License and Livery Driver's Certificate for Edwar's Transportation to Pharaoh Limo Services; and to rescind the L
To approve the request of Edwar Guirguis to change the name of the business on the Livery License and Livery Driver's Certificate for Edwar's Transportation to Pharaoh Limo Services; and to rescind the Livery License and Livery Driver's Certificate for Edwar's Transportation on the premises located at 15 Hilltop Road
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Edwar Guirguis to change the name of the business on the Livery License and Livery Driver's Certificate for Edwar's Transportation to Pharaoh Limo Services; and to rescind the Livery License and Livery Driver's Certificate for Edwar's Transportation on the premises located at 15 Hilltop Road. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of the Whitman Housing Authority to reappoint Michelle Frazier (Town appointed Resident Member) to the Whitman Housing Authority for a five-year term, effective July 20, 2023, thro
To approve the request of the Whitman Housing Authority to reappoint Michelle Frazier (Town appointed Resident Member) to the Whitman Housing Authority for a five-year term, effective July 20, 2023, through July 20, 2028
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of the Whitman Housing Authority to reappoint Michelle Frazier (Town appointed Resident Member) to the Whitman Housing Authority for a five-year term, effective July 20, 2023, through July 20, 2028. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the recommendation of the Council on Aging to nominate Mary Holland to serve as the Town's representative on the Board of Directors for Old Colony Elder Services for the period July 1, 2023, t
To approve the recommendation of the Council on Aging to nominate Mary Holland to serve as the Town's representative on the Board of Directors for Old Colony Elder Services for the period July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the recommendation of the Council on Aging to nominate Mary Holland to serve as the Town's representative on the Board of Directors for Old Colony Elder Services for the period July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Table action to appoint John J. Cannizzo, Jr. to the position of Auxiliary 2 Administrator; and to table action to rescind Mr. Cannizzo's appointment to the position of Auxiliary/Special Police Office
To table action to appoint John J. Cannizzo, Jr. to the position of Auxiliary 2 Administrator; and to table action to rescind Mr. Cannizzo's appointment to the position of Auxiliary/Special Police Officer, until the next regularly scheduled meeting on June 20, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to table action to appoint John J. Cannizzo, Jr. to the position of Auxiliary 2 Administrator; and to table action to rescind Mr. Cannizzo's appointment to the position of Auxiliary/Special Police Officer, until the next regularly scheduled meeting on June 20, 2023. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Reappoint Daniel Salvucci to the position of Delegate, Plymouth County Advisory Board, through June 30, 2024
To reappoint Daniel Salvucci to the position of Delegate, Plymouth County Advisory Board, through June 30, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans MOVED to reappoint Daniel Salvucci to the position of Delegate, Plymouth County Advisory Board, through June 30, 2024. Second Mr. Salvucci, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Evans, second: Salvucci)
Reappoint Justin Evans to the position of Alternate Delegate, Plymouth County Advisory Board, through June 30, 2024
To reappoint Justin Evans to the position of Alternate Delegate, Plymouth County Advisory Board, through June 30, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to reappoint Justin Evans to the position of Alternate Delegate, Plymouth County Advisory Board, through June 30, 2024. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Declare approximately 2,375 used water meters as surplus material; and to dispose of said surplus material by public auction or by other disposal means if there is no value
To declare approximately 2,375 used water meters as surplus material; and to dispose of said surplus material by public auction or by other disposal means if there is no value
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to declare approximately 2,375 used water meters as surplus material; and to dispose of said surplus material by public auction or by other disposal means if there is no value. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Tina Moniz and Desiree Milnes to hold a block party on Sunday, August 27, 2023, between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., with Fox Hill Run being blocked off to traffic bet
To approve the request of Tina Moniz and Desiree Milnes to hold a block party on Sunday, August 27, 2023, between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., with Fox Hill Run being 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 Desiree Milnes to hold a block party on Sunday, August 27, 2023, between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., with Fox Hill Run being blocked off to traffic between Shelly Lane and Hunter's Path. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Commander Walter Randolph of the Whitman Chapter of Disabled American Veterans to conduct its annual Forget-Me-Not Drive at Stop & Shop on June 16, 17 & 18, 2023; and July 15 &
To approve the request of Commander Walter Randolph of the Whitman Chapter of Disabled American Veterans to conduct its annual Forget-Me-Not Drive at Stop & Shop on June 16, 17 & 18, 2023; and July 15 & 16, 2023, or any alternate dates suggested by Stop & Shop, depending upon availability of time and space
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Commander Walter Randolph of the Whitman Chapter of Disabled American Veterans to conduct its annual Forget-Me-Not Drive at Stop & Shop on June 16, 17 & 18, 2023; and July 15 & 16, 2023, or any alternate dates suggested by Stop & Shop, depending upon availability of time and space. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Table action to ratify the Holiday MOA between the Town of Whitman and Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF to the next meeting
To table action to ratify the Holiday MOA between the Town of Whitman and Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF to the next meeting
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to table action to ratify the Holiday MOA between the Town of Whitman and Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF to the next meeting. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Table action to authorize the chair to sign the CBA between the Town of Whitman and the Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF, for the period July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025
To table action to authorize the chair to sign the CBA between the Town of Whitman and the Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF, for the period July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to table action to authorize the chair to sign the CBA between the Town of Whitman and the Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF, for the period July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Call for a Civil Service list
To call for a Civil Service list
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to call for a Civil Service list. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Accept the remaining work for Payton Place in accordance with the Planning Board's approval process
To accept the remaining work for Payton Place in accordance with the Planning Board's approval process
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the remaining work for Payton Place in accordance with the Planning Board's approval process. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Accept the amended Host Community Agreement for Soulflower, Inc., where, in accordance with Section 23 of the HCA, the Town consents to the assignment of Soulflower, Inc.'s rights, obligations and int
To accept the amended Host Community Agreement for Soulflower, Inc., where, in accordance with Section 23 of the HCA, the Town consents to the assignment of Soulflower, Inc.'s rights, obligations and interests as initial HCA Recipient under the HCA to Chill & Bliss, LLC as Retailers; Fusion Drop, LLC as Product Manufacturer; Crafted Cannabis, LLC as Cultivator; and Soulflower Express, LLC as Existing Licensee Transporter
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the amended Host Community Agreement for Soulflower, Inc., where, in accordance with Section 23 of the HCA, the Town consents to the assignment of Soulflower, Inc.'s rights, obligations and interests as initial HCA Recipient under the HCA to Chill & Bliss, LLC as Retailers; Fusion Drop, LLC as Product Manufacturer; Crafted Cannabis, LLC as Cultivator; and Soulflower Express, LLC as Existing Licensee Transporter. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Forward the issue of flag display and painted crosswalks to the By-law Study Committee; and to authorize the Town Administrator to arrange a conversation between Town Counsel and Mr. Kain, in order to
To forward the issue of flag display and painted crosswalks to the By-law Study Committee; and to authorize the Town Administrator to arrange a conversation between Town Counsel and Mr. Kain, in order to address his concerns
The minutes give the count (3-0-1), but five members were present, so it is not clear how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to forward the issue of flag display and painted crosswalks to the By-law Study Committee; and to authorize the Town Administrator to arrange a conversation between Town Counsel and Mr. Kain, in order to address his concerns. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 3-0-1 (Mr. Kain abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Accept the terms of the offer of employment accepted by Kathleen Keefe for the Assistant Town Administrator position
To accept the terms of the offer of employment accepted by Kathleen Keefe for the Assistant Town Administrator position
Yes: Evans, Kain, Kowalski, SalvucciAbstained: Howe
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the terms of the offer of employment accepted by Kathleen Keefe for the Assistant Town Administrator position. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 4-0-1 (Ms. Howe abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Grant an extension of the Pool Table License issued to Memorial Field Association, Inc., dba American Legion Post #22, until 12:00 midnight on the date of the Board's next regularly scheduled meeting
To grant an extension of the Pool Table License issued to Memorial Field Association, Inc., dba American Legion Post #22, until 12:00 midnight on the date of the Board's next regularly scheduled meeting
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to grant an extension of the Pool Table License issued to Memorial Field Association, Inc., dba American Legion Post #22, until 12:00 midnight on the date of the Board's next regularly scheduled meeting. Second, Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Move into Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21a(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or cont
Into Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21a(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel
From the minutes
“At 7:48p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED into Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21a(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. Second Mr. Evans. Roll call vote revealed: Mr. Evans - yes; Ms. Howe - yes; Mr. Kain - yes; Mr. Salvucci - yes; and Chairman Kowalski - yes So voted 5-0..” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“At 7:58 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to adjourn. Second Mr. Evans, so voted 5-0.” (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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