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March 6, 2018
28 recorded votes, 28 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: John J. Connolly, Mark J. Porter, Kevin T. Feeney, Christopher J. Connolly, Thomas W. Theodore
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the hearing for a transfer of an All Alcohol Restaurant License and Common Victualler Permit from Bar Management Corp. d/b/a Canton Junction Sports Pub at Boston's By the Viaduct, 399...
To open the hearing for a transfer of an All Alcohol Restaurant License and Common Victualler Permit from Bar Management Corp. d/b/a Canton Junction Sports Pub at Boston's By the Viaduct, 399 Neponset Street, Canton, MA to JAM Foodservice, Inc. d/b/a Canton Junction Sports Bar at 399 Neponset Street, Canton, MA
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to open the hearing for a transfer of an All Alcohol Restaurant License and Common Victualler Permit from Bar Management Corp. d/b/a Canton Junction Sports Pub at Boston's By the Viaduct, 399 Neponset Street, Canton, MA to JAM Foodservice, Inc. d/b/a Canton Junction Sports Bar at 399 Neponset Street, Canton, MA. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion made to close the hearing. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the transfer of an All Alcohol Restaurant License and Common Victualler Permit from Bar Management Corp. d/b/a Canton Junction Sports Pub at Boston's By the Viaduct, 399 Neponset Street,...
To approve the transfer of an All Alcohol Restaurant License and Common Victualler Permit from Bar Management Corp. d/b/a Canton Junction Sports Pub at Boston's By the Viaduct, 399 Neponset Street, Canton, MA to JAM Foodservice, Inc. d/b/a Canton Junction Sports Bar at 399 Neponset Street, Canton, MA
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the transfer of an All Alcohol Restaurant License and Common Victualler Permit from Bar Management Corp. d/b/a Canton Junction Sports Pub at Boston's By the Viaduct, 399 Neponset Street, Canton, MA to JAM Foodservice, Inc. d/b/a Canton Junction Sports Bar at 399 Neponset Street, Canton, MA. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Support and authorize CAASA to go forward with the Interface Referral Service using the grant money from the state
To support and authorize CAASA to go forward with the Interface Referral Service using the grant money from the state
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to support and authorize CAASA to go forward with the Interface Referral Service using the grant money from the state. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Open the Walpole Street Utility Petition hearing
To open the Walpole Street Utility Petition hearing
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to open the Walpole Street Utility Petition hearing. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Continue the hearing to the following meeting
To continue the hearing to the following meeting
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to continue the hearing to the following meeting. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Open the continuation of the hearing for the Reservoir Pond Rules and Regulations amendment for wintertime use
To open the continuation of the hearing for the Reservoir Pond Rules and Regulations amendment for wintertime use
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to open the continuation of the hearing for the Reservoir Pond Rules and Regulations amendment for wintertime use. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Amend section three of the Reservoir Pond Rules and Regulations, changing it to read "open from dusk to dawn year round". Motion was also made to ratify the amended set of Reservoir Pond Rules and...
To amend section three of the Reservoir Pond Rules and Regulations, changing it to read "open from dusk to dawn year round". Motion was also made to ratify the amended set of Reservoir Pond Rules and Regulations
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to amend section three of the Reservoir Pond Rules and Regulations, changing it to read "open from dusk to dawn year round". Motion was also made to ratify the amended set of Reservoir Pond Rules and Regulations. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the Warrant for the Annual Town Election
To approve the Warrant for the Annual Town Election
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Warrant for the Annual Town Election. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the issuance of bonds for the Hansen School Roof in the amount of $800,000, Fire Engine in the amount of $745,000, DPW street sweeper in the amount of $227,000 and Fire Department air...
To approve the issuance of bonds for the Hansen School Roof in the amount of $800,000, Fire Engine in the amount of $745,000, DPW street sweeper in the amount of $227,000 and Fire Department air packs in the amount of $165,000 as recommended by the Finance Director Jim Murgia
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the issuance of bonds for the Hansen School Roof in the amount of $800,000, Fire Engine in the amount of $745,000, DPW street sweeper in the amount of $227,000 and Fire Department air packs in the amount of $165,000 as recommended by the Finance Director Jim Murgia. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the Ambulance abatement request in the amount of $1421.25
To approve the Ambulance abatement request in the amount of $1421.25
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Ambulance abatement request in the amount of $1421.25 Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve and accept the Canton Planning Grant in the amount of $21,000
To approve and accept the Canton Planning Grant in the amount of $21,000
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve and accept the Canton Planning Grant in the amount of $21,000. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Appoint Bill August as Canton Cable Counsel and approve the agreement between Cable Counsel and the Town of Canton. It was noted that former Cable Counsel, Peter Epstein was retiring
To appoint Bill August as Canton Cable Counsel and approve the agreement between Cable Counsel and the Town of Canton. It was noted that former Cable Counsel, Peter Epstein was retiring
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Bill August as Canton Cable Counsel and approve the agreement between Cable Counsel and the Town of Canton. It was noted that former Cable Counsel, Peter Epstein was retiring. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the Second Hand Jewelry and Electronics License for Robert's Jewelry, Inc., 10 Washington Street
To approve the Second Hand Jewelry and Electronics License for Robert's Jewelry, Inc., 10 Washington Street
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Second Hand Jewelry and Electronics License for Robert's Jewelry, Inc., 10 Washington Street. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the job description for the Zoning Board Secretary Position
To approve the job description for the Zoning Board Secretary Position
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the job description for the Zoning Board Secretary Position. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the use of Mitigation Funds for Council on Aging Facility upgrades of up to $22,000
To approve the use of Mitigation Funds for Council on Aging Facility upgrades of up to $22,000
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the use of Mitigation Funds for Council on Aging Facility upgrades of up to $22,000. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the right of first refusal for 31 Indian Woods Way
To approve the right of first refusal for 31 Indian Woods Way
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the right of first refusal for 31 Indian Woods Way. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve a pilot program for the installation of illuminated street signs in Canton
To approve a pilot program for the installation of illuminated street signs in Canton
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve a pilot program for the installation of illuminated street signs in Canton. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Appoint Ryan Gormley as Firefighter for the Canton Fire Department effective March 12, 2018
To appoint Ryan Gormley as Firefighter for the Canton Fire Department effective March 12, 2018
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Ryan Gormley as Firefighter for the Canton Fire Department effective March 12, 2018. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Appoint Sallea Williams as Part Time Animal Control Officer without benefits
To appoint Sallea Williams as Part Time Animal Control Officer without benefits
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Sallea Williams as Part Time Animal Control Officer without benefits. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Appoint Ingrid Hartfiel as Department Assistant Building and Zoning effective within two weeks
To appoint Ingrid Hartfiel as Department Assistant Building and Zoning effective within two weeks
Yes: Christopher J. Connolly, Feeney, John J. Connolly, TheodoreAbstained: PorterThe minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Ingrid Hartfiel as Department Assistant Building and Zoning effective within two weeks. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 4-0-1 (Mr. Porter abstained).” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the Fy19 Municipal Operating Budget as recommended by the Finance Director and the Town Administrator
To approve the Fy19 Municipal Operating Budget as recommended by the Finance Director and the Town Administrator
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Fy19 Municipal Operating Budget as recommended by the Finance Director and the Town Administrator. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Establish a new traffic committee with the following composition: two members of the Board of Selectmen (one voting and one associate member), one representative of the Police Department, one...
To establish a new traffic committee with the following composition: two members of the Board of Selectmen (one voting and one associate member), one representative of the Police Department, one representative of the DPW, the Town Planner and six citizens at large
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to establish a new traffic committee with the following composition: two members of the Board of Selectmen (one voting and one associate member), one representative of the Police Department, one representative of the DPW, the Town Planner and six citizens at large. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $5775.00
To approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $5775.00
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $5775.00. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the minutes from the Board of Selectmen meeting held on December 19, 2017
To approve the minutes from the Board of Selectmen meeting held on December 19, 2017
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the minutes from the Board of Selectmen meeting held on December 19, 2017. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Authorize the Superintendent of Public Works to spend above the snow and ice budget
To authorize the Superintendent of Public Works to spend above the snow and ice budget
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to authorize the Superintendent of Public Works to spend above the snow and ice budget. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the deployment of security devices (Cyber Security Software), discussing strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a...
To go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the deployment of security devices (Cyber Security Software), discussing strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town (Reservoir Pond Dam), and conducting contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Personal Contract Negotiations)
The roll call says “Connolly” without a first initial while two members named Connolly were on the board. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the deployment of security devices (Cyber Security Software), discussing strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town (Reservoir Pond Dam), and conducting contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Personal Contract Negotiations). Roll call vote was taken and each answered in the affirmative. Mr. Theodore:Affirmative Mr. Porter:Affirmative Mr. Connolly:Affirmative Mr. Connolly:Affirmative Mr. Feeney:Affirmative.”
Adjourn the open session at 920 p.m
To adjourn the open session at 920 p.m
The minutes name “Mr. Connolly” as the seconder while two members named Connolly (John J. and Christopher J.) were on the board, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn the open session at 920 p.m. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
From the Canton Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Laserfiche records archive. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Canton Citizen (Susan M. Harrington, John R. McCourt, Michael C. Loughran and Julie Beckham, from their candidacy announcements; Patricia M. Boyden cropped from a captioned photo of the board by Moira Sweetland, February 2026).
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