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April 7, 2025
14 recorded votes, 10 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
Absent: Laura L. Howe
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 January 7, 2025
To accept the Open Session minutes of the meeting held on January 7, 2025
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 January 7, 2025, seconded by Mr. Evans; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the application of F and C Investment Corp., Inc., dba Whitman Auto Center for a Class II Auto Dealer's License on the premises located at 539 Washington Street, subject to receipt of a surety
To approve the application of F and C Investment Corp., Inc., dba Whitman Auto Center for a Class II Auto Dealer's License on the premises located at 539 Washington Street, subject to receipt of a surety bond as required by M.G.L., c.40, §58; final approval of the Building Commissioner; and the $100 license fee
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 application of F and C Investment Corp., Inc., dba Whitman Auto Center for a Class II Auto Dealer's License on the premises located at 539 Washington Street, subject to receipt of a surety bond as required by M.G.L., c.40, §58; final approval of the Building Commissioner; and the $100 license fee. Mr. Evans seconded; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the recommendation of Chief Hanlon to increase parking fines effective July 1, 2025, as outlined in an email dated March 20, 2025
To approve the recommendation of Chief Hanlon to increase parking fines effective July 1, 2025, as outlined in an email dated March 20, 2025
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 recommendation of Chief Hanlon to increase parking fines effective July 1, 2025, as outlined in an email dated March 20, 2025.Mr. Evans seconded; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the revised Host Community Agreement for The Stories Company, LLC and to authorize the Chair to execute said agreement; and to also approve the related agreement for special permit amendment
To approve the revised Host Community Agreement for The Stories Company, LLC and to authorize the Chair to execute said agreement; and to also approve the related agreement for special permit amendment
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 revised Host Community Agreement for The Stories Company, LLC and to authorize the Chair to execute said agreement; and to also approve the related agreement for special permit amendment. Mr. Evans seconded the motion; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Place the following question on the May 17, 2025, Annual Town Election Ballot: "Shall the Town of Whitman be allowed to assess an additional $2,400,000 in real estate and property taxes for the purpos
To place the following question on the May 17, 2025, Annual Town Election Ballot: "Shall the Town of Whitman be allowed to assess an additional $2,400,000 in real estate and property taxes for the purpose of funding the Fiscal Year 2026operating budget of the Town for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025?" Mr. Kowalski, serving as Chair, temporarily passed the gavel to Vice Chair Mr. Salvucci in order to second the motion
Yes: Evans, KowalskiNo: Kain, SalvucciCarl F. Kowalski, the chair, passed the gavel to Vice Chair Daniel L. Salvucci in order to second this motion.
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans moved to place the following question on the May 17, 2025, Annual Town Election Ballot: "Shall the Town of Whitman be allowed to assess an additional $2,400,000 in real estate and property taxes for the purpose of funding the Fiscal Year 2026operating budget of the Town for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025?" Mr. Kowalski, serving as Chair, temporarily passed the gavel to Vice Chair Mr. Salvucci in order to second the motion. The motion failed by a vote of 2-2: Mr. Evans and Mr. Kowalski voted in favor; Mr. Kain and Mr. Salvucci voted against..” (Motion: Evans, second: Kowalski)
Place the following question on the May 17, 2025, Annual Town Election Ballot: "Shall the Town of Whitman be allowed to assess an additional $2,000,000 in real estate and personal property taxes for t
To place the following question on the May 17, 2025, Annual Town Election Ballot: "Shall the Town of Whitman be allowed to assess an additional $2,000,000 in real estate and personal property taxes for the purpose of funding the Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget of the Town for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025?"
Yes: Evans, Kain, KowalskiNo: Salvucci
From the minutes
“Mr. Kain moved to place the following question on the May 17, 2025, Annual Town Election Ballot: "Shall the Town of Whitman be allowed to assess an additional $2,000,000 in real estate and personal property taxes for the purpose of funding the Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget of the Town for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025?" Mr. Kowalski seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 3-1, with Mr. Salvucci opposed..” (Motion: Kain, second: Kowalski)
Revise the ballot question as follows: "Shall the Town of Whitman be allowed to assess an additional $2,000,000 in real estate and personal property taxes for the purpose of funding the Fiscal Year 20
To revise the ballot question as follows: "Shall the Town of Whitman be allowed to assess an additional $2,000,000 in real estate and personal property taxes for the purpose of funding the Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget of the Town, including the Town's regional school district assessment, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025?"
From the minutes
“Mr. Evans moved to revise the ballot question as follows: "Shall the Town of Whitman be allowed to assess an additional $2,000,000 in real estate and personal property taxes for the purpose of funding the Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget of the Town, including the Town's regional school district assessment, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025?" Mr. Salvucci seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Evans, second: Salvucci)
Place the following question on the May 17, 2025, Annual Town Election: "Shall the Town vote to have its elected Treasurer-Collector become an appointed Treasurer- Collector of the Town?"
To place the following question on the May 17, 2025, Annual Town Election: "Shall the Town vote to have its elected Treasurer-Collector become an appointed Treasurer- Collector of the Town?"
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to place the following question on the May 17, 2025, Annual Town Election: "Shall the Town vote to have its elected Treasurer-Collector become an appointed Treasurer- Collector of the Town?" Mr. Evans seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve the Annual Town Meeting Warrant subject to the elimination of Article 9, with said article to be placed on a future agenda of the Select Board; the elimination of Article 13, with said article
To approve the Annual Town Meeting Warrant subject to the elimination of Article 9, with said article to be placed on a future agenda of the Select Board; the elimination of Article 13, with said article to be forwarded to the By-law Study Committee for review; any edits by Town Counsel; the insertion of recommendations by the Finance Committee; and any other changes required prior to Town Meeting
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 Annual Town Meeting Warrant subject to the elimination of Article 9, with said article to be placed on a future agenda of the Select Board; the elimination of Article 13, with said article to be forwarded to the By-law Study Committee for review; any edits by Town Counsel; the insertion of recommendations by the Finance Committee; and any other changes required prior to Town Meeting. Mr. Evans seconded the motion; the motion carried.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Approve Article 2, subject to change prior to the meeting
To approve Article 2, subject to change prior to the meeting
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve Article 2, subject to change prior to the meeting. Mr. Evans seconded the motion, noting that the article serves as a contingency if the override passes. The motion carried unanimously.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Evans)
Enter into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargai
To enter into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares, regarding Whitman Police Union, Whitman Firefighters Association, Whitman Public Works Union, Whitman Public Library Employees Union, and Whitman Town Hall Employees Association; 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 (Select Board Executive Administrative Assistant); and EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-ai
From the minutes
“At 8:10 PM Mr. Salvucci moved to enter into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares, regarding Whitman Police Union, Whitman Firefighters Association, Whitman Public Works Union, Whitman Public Library Employees Union, and Whitman Town Hall Employees Association; 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 (Select Board Executive Administrative Assistant); and EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a)(7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements. To review and approve executive session minutes: 2/15/22; 3/1/22; 3/15/22; 4/12/22; 4/26/22 Chairman Kowalski declared that having this meeting in Open Session will have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body. The meeting will reconvene in Open Session for the purpose of adjourning the meeting. Seconded by Mr. Evans. Roll call vote revealed: Mr. Kain - yes Mr. Evans - yes Mr. Salvucci - yes Mr. Kowalski - yes So voted 4-0..” (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
“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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