MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
June 18, 2024
17 recorded votes, 16 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Carl F. Kowalski, Daniel L. Salvucci, Justin R. Evans, Laura L. Howe
Absent: Shawn M. Kain
Every vote, in order
Approve bill and payroll warrants
To approve bill and payroll warrants
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve bill and payroll warrants, seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Accept correspondence in the Read File
To accept correspondence in the Read File
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to accept correspondence in the Read File, seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Accept the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on May 21, 2024
To accept the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on May 21, 2024
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to accept the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on May 21, 2024, seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Appoint Margaret Schnabel to the position of Associate Member, Historical Commission
To appoint Margaret Schnabel to the position of Associate Member, Historical Commission
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to appoint Margaret Schnabel to the position of Associate Member, Historical Commission, seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Appoint Thomas Pistorino to the Capital Committee for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2025, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To appoint Thomas Pistorino to the Capital Committee for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2025, in order to fill an existing vacancy
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to appoint Thomas Pistorino to the Capital Committee for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2025, in order to fill an existing vacancy, seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of William E. Scharnick to be reappointed to the position of Constable in the Town of Whitman (with no arrest powers), through June 30, 2027
To approve the request of William E. Scharnick to be reappointed to the position of Constable in the Town of Whitman (with no arrest powers), through June 30, 2027
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve the request of William E. Scharnick to be reappointed to the position of Constable in the Town of Whitman (with no arrest powers), through June 30, 2027; Mr. Evans seconded; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Town Administrator Mary Beth Carter for a line item transfer in the amount of $26,000.00 from line item 01.301.2001.322 (Vocational Education - Other Vocational Tuition, Norfolk
To approve the request of Town Administrator Mary Beth Carter for a line item transfer in the amount of $26,000.00 from line item 01.301.2001.322 (Vocational Education - Other Vocational Tuition, Norfolk & Bristol) to line item 01.301.2002.710 (Vocational Transportation), by Mr. Evans
The minutes say the motion carried, with Laura L. Howe abstaining, but do not give a count or say how the other members voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve the request of Town Administrator Mary Beth Carter for a line item transfer in the amount of $26,000.00 from line item 01.301.2001.322 (Vocational Education - Other Vocational Tuition, Norfolk & Bristol) to line item 01.301.2002.710 (Vocational Transportation), by Mr. Evans; the motion was accepted with one abstention (Mrs. Howe abstained).” (Motion: Salvucci)
Approve the request of Town Administrator Mary Beth Carter for a line item transfer in the amount of $3,000.00 from line item 01.914.2000.174 (Medical/Life Insurance - Town Match) to line item 01.151.
To approve the request of Town Administrator Mary Beth Carter for a line item transfer in the amount of $3,000.00 from line item 01.914.2000.174 (Medical/Life Insurance - Town Match) to line item 01.151.2000.301 (Legal Services) the line-item transfer
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve the request of Town Administrator Mary Beth Carter for a line item transfer in the amount of $3,000.00 from line item 01.914.2000.174 (Medical/Life Insurance - Town Match) to line item 01.151.2000.301 (Legal Services) the line-item transfer, seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Library Director David Aronson for a line item transfer in the amount of $8,000.00 from line item 01.610.1002.159 (Salary-Library Technician); $750.00 from line item 01.610.1002
To approve the request of Library Director David Aronson for a line item transfer in the amount of $8,000.00 from line item 01.610.1002.159 (Salary-Library Technician); $750.00 from line item 01.610.1002.130 (Salary-Library overtime); and $750.00 from line item 01.610.1002.156 (Salary-Library Youth Services Librarian) to line item 01.610.2001.210 (Electricity-Library)
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve the request of Library Director David Aronson for a line item transfer in the amount of $8,000.00 from line item 01.610.1002.159 (Salary-Library Technician); $750.00 from line item 01.610.1002.130 (Salary-Library overtime); and $750.00 from line item 01.610.1002.156 (Salary-Library Youth Services Librarian) to line item 01.610.2001.210 (Electricity-Library), seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of the Planning Board for a line item transfer in the amount of $312.50 from line item 01.175.2000.585 (Miscellaneous) to line item 01.175.1000.121 (Clerical 1)
To approve the request of the Planning Board for a line item transfer in the amount of $312.50 from line item 01.175.2000.585 (Miscellaneous) to line item 01.175.1000.121 (Clerical 1)
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve the request of the Planning Board for a line item transfer in the amount of $312.50 from line item 01.175.2000.585 (Miscellaneous) to line item 01.175.1000.121 (Clerical 1), seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley for a line item transfer in the amount of $43.10 from line item 01.161.1002.126 (Town Clerk - Clerical) to line item 01.163.2000.420 (Registrar Expense)
To approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley for a line item transfer in the amount of $43.10 from line item 01.161.1002.126 (Town Clerk - Clerical) to line item 01.163.2000.420 (Registrar Expense)
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve the request of Town Clerk Dawn Varley for a line item transfer in the amount of $43.10 from line item 01.161.1002.126 (Town Clerk - Clerical) to line item 01.163.2000.420 (Registrar Expense), seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of the Building Commissioner Robert Piccirilli for the following line item transfers: - $300.00 from line item 01.241.2000.585 (Expense-Building Inspector) to line item 01.241.1003
To approve the request of the Building Commissioner Robert Piccirilli for the following line item transfers: - $300.00 from line item 01.241.2000.585 (Expense-Building Inspector) to line item 01.241.1003.133 (Asst. Building Inspector-Salary) - $400.00 from line item 01.241.2000.585 (Expense-Building Inspector) to line item 01.245.1000.219 (Emergency Response-Wiring Inspector) - $260.00 from line item 01.245.2000.585 (Expense-Electrical Inspector) to line item 01.245.1000.219 (Emergency Response-Wiring Inspector)
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve the request of the Building Commissioner Robert Piccirilli for the following line item transfers: - $300.00 from line item 01.241.2000.585 (Expense-Building Inspector) to line item 01.241.1003.133 (Asst. Building Inspector-Salary) - $400.00 from line item 01.241.2000.585 (Expense-Building Inspector) to line item 01.245.1000.219 (Emergency Response-Wiring Inspector) - $260.00 from line item 01.245.2000.585 (Expense-Electrical Inspector) to line item 01.245.1000.219 (Emergency Response-Wiring Inspector), seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the request of Treasurer-Collector, Ken Lytle, for a line-item transfer in the amount of $1,400 from line item 01.145.2000.585 (Treasurer-Collector Misc. Expense) to line item 01.145.1001.116
To approve the request of Treasurer-Collector, Ken Lytle, for a line-item transfer in the amount of $1,400 from line item 01.145.2000.585 (Treasurer-Collector Misc. Expense) to line item 01.145.1001.116 (Clerical Treasurer Salary)
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve the request of Treasurer-Collector, Ken Lytle, for a line-item transfer in the amount of $1,400 from line item 01.145.2000.585 (Treasurer-Collector Misc. Expense) to line item 01.145.1001.116 (Clerical Treasurer Salary), seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Appoint Dana Dunford as Town Accountant subject to successful negotiations
To appoint Dana Dunford as Town Accountant subject to successful negotiations
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to appoint Dana Dunford as Town Accountant subject to successful negotiations, seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Allow the formation of the Open Space and Recreation Plan Steering Committee
To allow the formation of the Open Space and Recreation Plan Steering Committee
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans moved to allow the formation of the Open Space and Recreation Plan Steering Committee, seconded by Mr. Salvucci. The motion passed unanimously.” (Motion: Evans, second: Salvucci)
Move into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(1) to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of a Police Department
Into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(1) to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of a Police Department employee; and EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L.., c.30A, §21(a)(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy as it relates to collective bargaining and litigation with the Whitman Police Union, MassCOP, Local 494, as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Committee, as declared by the Chair; and EXECUTIVE SESSION 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. Town Accountant
The roll call lists Shawn M. Kain voting, but the minutes list him as absent from this meeting, so individual votes are not shown.
From the minutes
“At 7:28 PM Mr. Salvucci moved into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(1) to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of a Police Department employee; and EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L.., c.30A, §21(a)(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy as it relates to collective bargaining and litigation with the Whitman Police Union, MassCOP, Local 494, as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Committee, as declared by the Chair; and EXECUTIVE SESSION 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. Town Accountant Seconded by Mr. Evans. Roll call vote revealed: Mr. Evans - yes; Mrs. Howe - yes; Mr. Kain - yes; Mr. Salvucci - yes; and Chairman Kowalski - yes. So voted 5-0..” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“At 8:10 PM Mr. Salvucci moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (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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