MassVoter.com← Whitman Select BoardWhitman Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
July 8, 2025
20 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
During the meeting:
- Laura L. Howe stepped away from the board for one item
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, seconded by Mr. Kain; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
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, seconded by Mr. Kain; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Accept Chief Clancy's request for out of state travel in order to attend Fire Rescue International from August 11th through August 16th; and the Executive Fire Officer Symposium October 10th and 11th
To accept Chief Clancy's request for out of state travel in order to attend Fire Rescue International from August 11th through August 16th; and the Executive Fire Officer Symposium October 10th and 11th
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to accept Chief Clancy's request for out of state travel in order to attend Fire Rescue International from August 11th through August 16th; and the Executive Fire Officer Symposium October 10th and 11th, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Appoint William Hogan to the position of Assistant Wiring Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2026 (Mr. Hogan was omitted in error from the list of FY26 annual appointments)
To appoint William Hogan to the position of Assistant Wiring Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2026 (Mr. Hogan was omitted in error from the list of FY26 annual appointments)
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to appoint William Hogan to the position of Assistant Wiring Inspector for a one-year term, through June 30, 2026 (Mr. Hogan was omitted in error from the list of FY26 annual appointments), Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Appoint Jim Ewell as conditional Inspector of Buildings - Building Commissioner; Americans With Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) Coordinator; Advisory Member, By- law Study Committee; Fence Viewer; Outdoor A
To appoint Jim Ewell as conditional Inspector of Buildings - Building Commissioner; Americans With Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) Coordinator; Advisory Member, By- law Study Committee; Fence Viewer; Outdoor Advertising Division; and /Zoning Enforcement Officer
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to appoint Jim Ewell as conditional Inspector of Buildings - Building Commissioner; Americans With Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) Coordinator; Advisory Member, By- law Study Committee; Fence Viewer; Outdoor Advertising Division; and /Zoning Enforcement Officer, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried by voice vote 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve the inspection rate of $50 for the Assistant Building Inspector - Building Commissioner, Tom Ruble
To approve the inspection rate of $50 for the Assistant Building Inspector - Building Commissioner, Tom Ruble
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve the inspection rate of $50 for the Assistant Building Inspector - Building Commissioner, Tom Ruble, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Rescind the appointment of Sharon LoPiccolo as Temporary Treasurer- Collector
To rescind the appointment of Sharon LoPiccolo as Temporary Treasurer- Collector
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to rescind the appointment of Sharon LoPiccolo as Temporary Treasurer- Collector, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Appoint Debra Ó Broin as Temporary Treasurer-Collector, subject to successful negotiations
To appoint Debra Ó Broin as Temporary Treasurer-Collector, subject to successful negotiations
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to appoint Debra Ó Broin as Temporary Treasurer-Collector, subject to successful negotiations. Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Grant permission to Tanya O'Debra to film a low budget, independent film at a private residence from July 21st to July 25th
To grant permission to Tanya O'Debra to film a low budget, independent film at a private residence from July 21st to July 25th
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to grant permission to Tanya O'Debra to film a low budget, independent film at a private residence from July 21st to July 25th, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve a line item transfer in the amount of $1,200.00 from Line Item #17 Expense - Building Inspector to Line Item #17 Assistant Building Inspector - Salary
To approve a line item transfer in the amount of $1,200.00 from Line Item #17 Expense - Building Inspector to Line Item #17 Assistant Building Inspector - Salary
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve a line item transfer in the amount of $1,200.00 from Line Item #17 Expense - Building Inspector to Line Item #17 Assistant Building Inspector - Salary, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve a line item transfer in the amount of $1,300.00 from Line Item #17 Auto Expense - Building Inspector to Line Item #17 Assistant Building Inspector - Salary
To approve a line item transfer in the amount of $1,300.00 from Line Item #17 Auto Expense - Building Inspector to Line Item #17 Assistant Building Inspector - Salary
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve a line item transfer in the amount of $1,300.00 from Line Item #17 Auto Expense - Building Inspector to Line Item #17 Assistant Building Inspector - Salary, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve a line item transfer in the amount of $600.00 from Line Item #17 Auto Expense - Building Inspector to Line Item #17 Emergency Response - Wiring Inspector
To approve a line item transfer in the amount of $600.00 from Line Item #17 Auto Expense - Building Inspector to Line Item #17 Emergency Response - Wiring Inspector
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve a line item transfer in the amount of $600.00 from Line Item #17 Auto Expense - Building Inspector to Line Item #17 Emergency Response - Wiring Inspector, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve a line item transfer in the amount of $5,000.00 from Line Item #35 Health/Life Insurance-Town Match to Line Item #35 Payroll Taxes-Town Match
To approve a line item transfer in the amount of $5,000.00 from Line Item #35 Health/Life Insurance-Town Match to Line Item #35 Payroll Taxes-Town Match
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve a line item transfer in the amount of $5,000.00 from Line Item #35 Health/Life Insurance-Town Match to Line Item #35 Payroll Taxes-Town Match, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve a line item transfer in the amount of $262.25 from Line Item #11 Conservation - Expenses to Line Item #11 Conservation - Salaries
To approve a line item transfer in the amount of $262.25 from Line Item #11 Conservation - Expenses to Line Item #11 Conservation - Salaries
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve a line item transfer in the amount of $262.25 from Line Item #11 Conservation - Expenses to Line Item #11 Conservation - Salaries, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve a line item transfer in the amount of $4,630.00 from Line Item #35 Liability Insurance to Line Item #14 Facilities
To approve a line item transfer in the amount of $4,630.00 from Line Item #35 Liability Insurance to Line Item #14 Facilities
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve a line item transfer in the amount of $4,630.00 from Line Item #35 Liability Insurance to Line Item #14 Facilities, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Approve a line item transfer in the amount of $2,370.00 from Line Item #35 Liability Insurance to Line Item #14, Elevator
To approve a line item transfer in the amount of $2,370.00 from Line Item #35 Liability Insurance to Line Item #14, Elevator
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to approve a line item transfer in the amount of $2,370.00 from Line Item #35 Liability Insurance to Line Item #14, Elevator, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Allow Assistant Treasurer-Collector, Sharon LoPiccolo, to remain in her position on the Whitman Aid to the Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund Committee
To allow Assistant Treasurer-Collector, Sharon LoPiccolo, to remain in her position on the Whitman Aid to the Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund Committee
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to allow Assistant Treasurer-Collector, Sharon LoPiccolo, to remain in her position on the Whitman Aid to the Elderly and Disabled Taxation Fund Committee, Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Appoint Laura Howe as Animal Control Officer, Field Driver, and Pest Control Inspector, through June 30, 2026
To appoint Laura Howe as Animal Control Officer, Field Driver, and Pest Control Inspector, through June 30, 2026
Laura L. Howe had stepped away from the board for this item and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to appoint Laura Howe as Animal Control Officer, Field Driver, and Pest Control Inspector, through June 30, 2026. Mr. Kain seconded; the motion carried 3-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Enter 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 c
To enter 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 Treasurer-Collector; 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 Conditional Building Commissioner/Zoning Enforcement Officer; 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: 08/22/23, 09/12/23, 09/23/23, 10/17/23, 10/30/23, 11/14/23, 1/9/24, 2/6/24, 3/12/24
From the minutes
“Mr. Salvucci moved to enter 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 Treasurer-Collector; 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 Conditional Building Commissioner/Zoning Enforcement Officer; 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: 08/22/23, 09/12/23, 09/23/23, 10/17/23, 10/30/23, 11/14/23, 1/9/24, 2/6/24, 3/12/24 Seconded by Mr. Kain. Roll call vote revealed: Mr. Kain - yes; Ms. Howe - yes; Mr. Salvucci - yes; and Chairman Kowalski - yes. So voted 4-0..” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“At 7:42 p.m. Mr. Salvucci moved to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Kain; the motion carried 4-0.” (Motion: Salvucci, second: Kain)
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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