MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
July 11, 2023
19 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Carl F. Kowalski, Daniel L. Salvucci, Shawn M. Kain, Laura L. Howe
Absent: Justin R. Evans
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 Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
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 Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Rescind the Class II Auto Dealer's License for Rivers Custom & Classics LLC on the premises located at 605 Bedford Street, Unit #9, as the business is no longer operating
To rescind the Class II Auto Dealer's License for Rivers Custom & Classics LLC on the premises located at 605 Bedford Street, Unit #9, as the business is no longer operating
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to rescind the Class II Auto Dealer's License for Rivers Custom & Classics LLC on the premises located at 605 Bedford Street, Unit #9, as the business is no longer operating. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Accept with regret the resignation of Veterans' Services Officer Sara Lansing, effective June 22, 2023
To accept with regret the resignation of Veterans' Services Officer Sara Lansing, effective June 22, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept with regret the resignation of Veterans' Services Officer Sara Lansing, effective June 22, 2023. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Accept the resignation of Laura Andrade as a member of the Council on Aging, effective June 1, 2023
To accept the resignation of Laura Andrade as a member of the Council on Aging, effective June 1, 2023
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept the resignation of Laura Andrade as a member of the Council on Aging, effective June 1, 2023. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Declare a table located in the auditorium balcony as surplus material
To declare a table located in the auditorium balcony as surplus material
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to declare a table located in the auditorium balcony as surplus material. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Approve the request of Timothy Grenno to be appointed to the By-Law Study Committee, through June 30, 2024, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To approve the request of Timothy Grenno to be appointed to the By-Law Study Committee, through June 30, 2024, in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Timothy Grenno to be appointed to the By-Law Study Committee, through June 30, 2024, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Approve the request of Fred Small to be appointed to the By-Law Study Committee, through June 30, 2024, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To approve the request of Fred Small to be appointed to the By-Law Study Committee, through June 30, 2024, in order to fill an existing vacancy
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Fred Small to be appointed to the By-Law Study Committee, through June 30, 2024, in order to fill an existing vacancy. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Renew the Fortune Teller's License for Starr's Tarot Cards on the premises located at 418 Bedford Street, subject to receipt of all renewal paperwork and the license fee
To renew the Fortune Teller's License for Starr's Tarot Cards on the premises located at 418 Bedford Street, subject to receipt of all renewal paperwork and the license fee
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, subject to receipt of all renewal paperwork and the license fee. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Accept a donation of $7,500 from the Copeland Family Foundation, Inc. to be used for the Animal Shelter
To accept a donation of $7,500 from the Copeland Family Foundation, Inc. to be used for the Animal Shelter
Yes: Kain, Kowalski, SalvucciAbstained: Howe
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to accept a donation of $7,500 from the Copeland Family Foundation, Inc. to be used for the Animal Shelter. Second Mr. Kain, so voted 3-0-1 (Ms. Howe abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve the request of Elaine Mauro on behalf of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra to conduct a free concert on Sunday, December 3, 2023, and Sunday, April 28, 2024, inside the Town Hall auditor
To approve the request of Elaine Mauro on behalf of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra to conduct a free concert on Sunday, December 3, 2023, and Sunday, April 28, 2024, inside the Town Hall auditorium
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Elaine Mauro on behalf of the Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra to conduct a free concert on Sunday, December 3, 2023, and Sunday, April 28, 2024, inside the Town Hall auditorium. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Approve the request of Chief Hanlon for a line-item transfer in the amount of $11,699.82 from line item #739 (Auxiliary Expense Line) to line item #112 (All Other Services)
To approve the request of Chief Hanlon for a line-item transfer in the amount of $11,699.82 from line item #739 (Auxiliary Expense Line) to line item #112 (All Other Services)
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Chief Hanlon for a line-item transfer in the amount of $11,699.82 from line item #739 (Auxiliary Expense Line) to line item #112 (All Other Services). Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Approve the request of Chief Hanlon for a line-item transfer in the amount of $3,000.00 from line item #585 (Expense Line) to line item #112 (All Other Services)
To approve the request of Chief Hanlon for a line-item transfer in the amount of $3,000.00 from line item #585 (Expense Line) to line item #112 (All Other Services)
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Chief Hanlon for a line-item transfer in the amount of $3,000.00 from line item #585 (Expense Line) to line item #112 (All Other Services). Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Approve the request of Mary Beth Carter for a line-item transfer in the amount of $12,000.00 from line item #35 (Vacation Pay for Terminating Employees) to line item #35 (Unemployment Compensation)
To approve the request of Mary Beth Carter for a line-item transfer in the amount of $12,000.00 from line item #35 (Vacation Pay for Terminating Employees) to line item #35 (Unemployment Compensation)
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Mary Beth Carter for a line-item transfer in the amount of $12,000.00 from line item #35 (Vacation Pay for Terminating Employees) to line item #35 (Unemployment Compensation). Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Approve the request of Mary Beth Carter for a line-item transfer in the amount of $1,762.00 from line item #14 (Expense, Furnishings & Equip.) to line item #35 (Facilities Manager)
To approve the request of Mary Beth Carter for a line-item transfer in the amount of $1,762.00 from line item #14 (Expense, Furnishings & Equip.) to line item #35 (Facilities Manager)
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to approve the request of Mary Beth Carter for a line-item transfer in the amount of $1,762.00 from line item #14 (Expense, Furnishings & Equip.) to line item #35 (Facilities Manager). Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Ratify the Holiday MOA between the Town of Whitman and Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF; and to authorize the chair to sign said agreement
To ratify the Holiday MOA between the Town of Whitman and Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF; and to authorize the chair to sign said agreement
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to ratify the Holiday MOA between the Town of Whitman and Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF; and to authorize the chair to sign said agreement. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Sign the collective bargaining agreement between the Town of Whitman and the Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF, for the period July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025
To sign the collective bargaining agreement 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 sign the collective bargaining agreement between the Town of Whitman and the Whitman Firefighters Association, Local 1769, IAFF, for the period July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Allow the Whitman Cultural Council to use the Town Hall auditorium on July 27, 2023, in the event of inclement weather in order to conduct an additional event in conjunction with the Summer Concerts
To allow the Whitman Cultural Council to use the Town Hall auditorium on July 27, 2023, in the event of inclement weather in order to conduct an additional event in conjunction with the Summer Concerts
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci MOVED to allow the Whitman Cultural Council to use the Town Hall auditorium on July 27, 2023, in the event of inclement weather in order to conduct an additional event in conjunction with the Summer Concerts. Second Ms. Howe, so voted 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
Enter 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 an individual, or to discuss the discipli
To enter 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 an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual; and (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements. Platinum Automotive Sales Corp.; and pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with MassCOP if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares; 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 negotiati
From the minutes
“At 7:50 p.m. Mr. Salvucci MOVED to enter 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 an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual; and (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements. Platinum Automotive Sales Corp.; and pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with MassCOP if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares; 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. Building Inspector; and pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares. AFSCME, AFL-CIO, Council 93, Local 1700 Second Ms. Howe. Roll call vote revealed: Ms. Howe - yes; Mr. Kain - yes; Mr. Salvucci - yes; and Chairman Kowalski - yes. So voted 4-0..” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Howe)
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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