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July 23, 2024
20 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Daniel L. Salvucci, Justin R. Evans, Shawn M. Kain, Laura L. Howe
Absent: Carl F. Kowalski
Every vote, in order
Approve the bill and payroll warrants
To approve the 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. Evans moved to approve the bill and payroll warrants, seconded by Ms. Howe; the motion carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
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. Evans moved to accept correspondence in the Read File, seconded by Ms. Howe; the motion carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Accept the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on June 4th, 2024
To accept the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on June 4th, 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. Evans moved to accept the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on June 4th, 2024, seconded by Ms. Howe; the motion carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Accept the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on June 18th, 2024
To accept the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on June 18th, 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. Evans moved to accept the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on June 18th, 2024, seconded by Ms. Howe; the motion carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Approve the DFS holiday tree event on December 6th 4-8 PM, 7th 3-8 PM, and 8th 4-8 PM; and for use of the Town Hall auditorium on Friday, December 6th and Saturday, December 6th, in order to hold a ve
To approve the DFS holiday tree event on December 6th 4-8 PM, 7th 3-8 PM, and 8th 4-8 PM; and for use of the Town Hall auditorium on Friday, December 6th and Saturday, December 6th, in order to hold a vendor fair and other events
From the minutes
“Ms. Howe moved to approve the DFS holiday tree event on December 6th 4-8 PM, 7th 3-8 PM, and 8th 4-8 PM; and for use of the Town Hall auditorium on Friday, December 6th and Saturday, December 6th, in order to hold a vendor fair and other events. The motion was seconded by Mr. Evans and carried unanimously.” (Motion: Howe, second: Evans)
Appoint Sean Simmons to the position of Member of the Whitman Historical Commission for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2027, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To appoint Sean Simmons to the position of Member of the Whitman Historical Commission for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2027, 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. Evans moved to appoint Sean Simmons to the position of Member of the Whitman Historical Commission for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2027, in order to fill an existing vacancy, seconded by Ms. Howe; the motion carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Rescind the appointment of Sean Simmons from the position of Associate Member of the Whitman Historical Commission, effective immediately
To rescind the appointment of Sean Simmons from the position of Associate Member of the Whitman Historical Commission, effective immediately
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans moved to rescind the appointment of Sean Simmons from the position of Associate Member of the Whitman Historical Commission, effective immediately. The motion was seconded by Ms. Howe and carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Appoint Robert Lelievre to the position of Associate Member of the Historical Commission for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2025, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To appoint Robert Lelievre to the position of Associate Member of the Historical Commission 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. Evans moved to appoint Robert Lelievre to the position of Associate Member of the Historical Commission for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2025, in order to fill an existing vacancy, seconded by Ms. Howe; the motion carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Appoint Lorna Holbrook as the Historical Commission Representative to the Community Preservation Committee for an indefinite term
To appoint Lorna Holbrook as the Historical Commission Representative to the Community Preservation Committee for an indefinite term
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans moved to appoint Lorna Holbrook as the Historical Commission Representative to the Community Preservation Committee for an indefinite term, seconded by Ms. Howe; the motion carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Appoint LeAnne MacKenzie as Member, Conservation Commission for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2025, in order to fill an existing vacancy
To appoint LeAnne MacKenzie as Member, Conservation Commission 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. Evans moved to appoint LeAnne MacKenzie as Member, Conservation Commission for the remainder of a three-year term, through June 30, 2025, in order to fill an existing vacancy, seconded by Ms. Howe; the motion carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Accept the resignation of James Chandler from the position of Member of the Board of Appeals, effective June 30, 2024
To accept the resignation of James Chandler from the position of Member of the Board of Appeals, effective June 30, 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. Evans moved to accept the resignation of James Chandler from the position of Member of the Board of Appeals, effective June 30, 2024. The motion was seconded by Ms. Howe and carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Accept the resignation of Michele Frank from the position of Member of the Historical Commission, effective July 2, 2024
To accept the resignation of Michele Frank from the position of Member of the Historical Commission, effective July 2, 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. Evans moved to accept the resignation of Michele Frank from the position of Member of the Historical Commission, effective July 2, 2024. The motion was seconded by Ms. Howe and carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Accept a distribution from the Theodora F. Casey Trust in the amount of $1,000 for the Whitman Firefighters Gift Fund; and to authorize the Chair to sign the Theodora F. Casey Trust Receipt, Release,
To accept a distribution from the Theodora F. Casey Trust in the amount of $1,000 for the Whitman Firefighters Gift Fund; and to authorize the Chair to sign the Theodora F. Casey Trust Receipt, Release, Assent, and Indemnification Agreement
The minutes say only that the motion carried; they do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans moved to accept a distribution from the Theodora F. Casey Trust in the amount of $1,000 for the Whitman Firefighters Gift Fund; and to authorize the Chair to sign the Theodora F. Casey Trust Receipt, Release, Assent, and Indemnification Agreement. The motion was seconded by Ms. Howe and carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Approve Chief Clancy's out-of-state travel request to attend the conference in Dallas, Texas
To approve Chief Clancy's out-of-state travel request to attend the conference in Dallas, Texas
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans moved to approve Chief Clancy's out-of-state travel request to attend the conference in Dallas, Texas. The motion was seconded by Ms. Howe and carried unanimously.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Continue the discussion at the next Select Board meeting on August 20th, 2024
To continue the discussion at the next Select Board meeting on August 20th, 2024
From the minutes
“Ms. Howe moved to continue the discussion at the next Select Board meeting on August 20th, 2024. Mr. Evans seconded, and the motion passed unanimously.” (Motion: Howe, second: Evans)
Approve the Veteran Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program Policy
To approve the Veteran Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program Policy
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans moved to approve the Veteran Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program Policy. The motion was seconded by Ms. Howe and carried unanimously.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Rescind the appointment of Margaret Schnabel from the position of Member, Whitman Historical Commission, effective June 18, 2024
To rescind the appointment of Margaret Schnabel from the position of Member, Whitman Historical Commission, effective June 18, 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. Evans moved to rescind the appointment of Margaret Schnabel from the position of Member, Whitman Historical Commission, effective June 18, 2024. The motion was seconded by Ms. Howe and carried.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Approve the Comcast Cable Television Renewal License with a term of August 1st, 2024, through July 31st, 2034, for Comcast Community Management LLC. This renewal includes all terms and conditions agre
To approve the Comcast Cable Television Renewal License with a term of August 1st, 2024, through July 31st, 2034, for Comcast Community Management LLC. This renewal includes all terms and conditions agreed upon, including PEG access support, capital funding, and the provision of an HD channel. The Comcast representative is authorized to execute the renewal license as outlined. The Board also acknowledges receipt of the senior discount letter from Michael Galla, Senior Manager of Government Affairs at Comcast, dated July 23rd, 2024
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans moved to approve the Comcast Cable Television Renewal License with a term of August 1st, 2024, through July 31st, 2034, for Comcast Community Management LLC. This renewal includes all terms and conditions agreed upon, including PEG access support, capital funding, and the provision of an HD channel. The Comcast representative is authorized to execute the renewal license as outlined. The Board also acknowledges receipt of the senior discount letter from Michael Galla, Senior Manager of Government Affairs at Comcast, dated July 23rd, 2024. Seconded by Ms. Howe, the motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
Move into 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 co
Into 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 (Deputy Fire Chief); 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 (Fire Chief); and 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 public body, as declared by the Chair
From the minutes
“At 8:29 p.m. Mr. Evans moved into 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 (Deputy Fire Chief); 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 (Fire Chief); and 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 public body, as declared by the Chair.; seconded by Ms. Howe. The motion carried. A roll call vote revealed: Mr. Kain - yes Mr. Evans - yes Mr. Salvucci - yes Ms. Howe - yes.” (Motion: Evans, second: Howe)
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 8:48 p.m. Mr. Evans moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Ms. Howe and carried.” (Motion: Evans, 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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