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Canton Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting

September 11, 2018

26 recorded votes, 26 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Mark J. Porter, Christopher J. Connolly, Kevin T. Feeney, Thomas W. Theodore, John J. Connolly

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Accept the gift of the project from Canton Little League

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept the gift of the project from Canton Little League

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 accept the gift of the project from Canton Little League. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Open the public hearing. Mr. Feeney read the legal notice that was published

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To open the public hearing. Mr. Feeney read the legal notice that was published

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 public hearing. Mr. Feeney read the legal notice that was published. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Close the hearing on Greenlodge Street

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To close the hearing on Greenlodge 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 close the hearing on Greenlodge Street. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Amend the Greenlodge Street parking area excluding the permit requirements without a sticker on weekends and legal holidays, (effective September 28, 2018.)

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To amend the Greenlodge Street parking area excluding the permit requirements without a sticker on weekends and legal holidays, (effective September 28, 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 amend the Greenlodge Street parking area excluding the permit requirements without a sticker on weekends and legal holidays, (effective September 28, 2018.). Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the application for a new Livery License, Mr. Shenouda Wahba, 497 Washington St, Canton, Kangaroo Limo. Mr. Aspinwall noted that all the paperwork was in order

Minutes, page 2

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the application for a new Livery License, Mr. Shenouda Wahba, 497 Washington St, Canton, Kangaroo Limo. Mr. Aspinwall noted that all the paperwork was in order

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 application for a new Livery License, Mr. Shenouda Wahba, 497 Washington St, Canton, Kangaroo Limo. Mr. Aspinwall noted that all the paperwork was in order. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the $11,000 abatement for the water bill plus any interest as made by Mr. Aspinwall

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the $11,000 abatement for the water bill plus any interest as made by Mr. Aspinwall

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 $11,000 abatement for the water bill plus any interest as made by Mr. Aspinwall. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Nicol Bartuah to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road on September...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Nicol Bartuah to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road on September 22, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. to September 23, 2018 at 12:30 a.m. contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval

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 application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Nicol Bartuah to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road on September 22, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. to September 23, 2018 at 12:30 a.m. contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Mariam Konteh to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road on October 13,...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Mariam Konteh to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road on October 13, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. to October 14, 2018 at 1230 a.m. contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval

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 application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Mariam Konteh to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road on October 13, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. to October 14, 2018 at 1230 a.m. contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Jennifer Bresette to be held at 15-21 University Ave on September 27, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. to...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Jennifer Bresette to be held at 15-21 University Ave on September 27, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval

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 application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Jennifer Bresette to be held at 15-21 University Ave on September 27, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Cathy Smith, Brookwood Community Farm to be held at 2468 Washington Street on September 16,...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Cathy Smith, Brookwood Community Farm to be held at 2468 Washington Street on September 16, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval and recommended to waive the alcohol beverage fee not the inspection fee

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 application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event for Cathy Smith, Brookwood Community Farm to be held at 2468 Washington Street on September 16, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval and recommended to waive the alcohol beverage fee not the inspection fee. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve amendments to the Sick Bank Policy as recommended by the Human Resources Director

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve amendments to the Sick Bank Policy as recommended by the Human Resources Director

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 amendments to the Sick Bank Policy as recommended by the Human Resources Director. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve Chapter 90 project request for equipment maintenance on 2 front end loader and 1 back hoe in the amount of $32,000

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve Chapter 90 project request for equipment maintenance on 2 front end loader and 1 back hoe in the amount of $32,000

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 Chapter 90 project request for equipment maintenance on 2 front end loader and 1 back hoe in the amount of $32,000. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Tim Calabrese as a Member to the Sustainability Committee

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Tim Calabrese as a Member to the Sustainability Committee

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 Tim Calabrese as a Member to the Sustainability Committee. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint the following as non-voting members to CAASA: Barbara Casaly, Jennifer Fischer Mueller, Jessica Khun, Phyllis Moore, Megan Berube, Carol Guenther, Robin Giampa, Diane Tynan, Carolyn...

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint the following as non-voting members to CAASA: Barbara Casaly, Jennifer Fischer Mueller, Jessica Khun, Phyllis Moore, Megan Berube, Carol Guenther, Robin Giampa, Diane Tynan, Carolyn Elkort, Kevin Hurley, Charles Rae, Heather Sullivan, Andrew Staiti

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 the following as non-voting members to CAASA: Barbara Casaly, Jennifer Fischer Mueller, Jessica Khun, Phyllis Moore, Megan Berube, Carol Guenther, Robin Giampa, Diane Tynan, Carolyn Elkort, Kevin Hurley, Charles Rae, Heather Sullivan, Andrew Staiti. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Appoint the following DPW positions contingent upon the agreed terms in the MOA: Water Sewer Supervisor-Christopher Sykes, Sewer Foreman-Larry Bogue, Water Treatment Plant Foreman-Renee Ruane, 2...

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint the following DPW positions contingent upon the agreed terms in the MOA: Water Sewer Supervisor-Christopher Sykes, Sewer Foreman-Larry Bogue, Water Treatment Plant Foreman-Renee Ruane, 2 Utility Maintenance Operators-Michael Mitcheroney and Conor Bogue

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 the following DPW positions contingent upon the agreed terms in the MOA: Water Sewer Supervisor-Christopher Sykes, Sewer Foreman-Larry Bogue, Water Treatment Plant Foreman-Renee Ruane, 2 Utility Maintenance Operators-Michael Mitcheroney and Conor Bogue. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Appoint Christopher Maloney as Service Technician

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Christopher Maloney as Service Technician

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 Christopher Maloney as Service Technician. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Appoint Gina McCann as Meter Reader

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Gina McCann as Meter Reader

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 Gina McCann as Meter Reader. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Appoint Justin Tilley as Firefighter/Paramedic

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Justin Tilley as Firefighter/Paramedic

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 Justin Tilley as Firefighter/Paramedic. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Appoint James Hall as Temporary Building Custodian at the Library

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint James Hall as Temporary Building Custodian at the Library

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 James Hall as Temporary Building Custodian at the Library. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGM Ch. 44 § 53A the following donation of a video magnifier to the Council on Aging in memory of Marilyn...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGM Ch. 44 § 53A the following donation of a video magnifier to the Council on Aging in memory of Marilyn MacLeod to assist seniors in reading print material

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 accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGM Ch. 44 § 53A the following donation of a video magnifier to the Council on Aging in memory of Marilyn MacLeod to assist seniors in reading print material. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve Shawmut Crosswalk License

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve Shawmut Crosswalk License

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 Shawmut Crosswalk License. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the removal of the sign restricting the left turn from Pleasant Street onto Washington Street

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the removal of the sign restricting the left turn from Pleasant Street onto 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 removal of the sign restricting the left turn from Pleasant Street onto Washington Street. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $2725.00

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $2725.00

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 $2725.00. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Waive the administrative code to allow a late agenda item

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To waive the administrative code to allow a late agenda item

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 waive the administrative code to allow a late agenda item. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the sewer connection permit for 675 Pearl St, subject to engineering review of the towns of Canton and Stoughton

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the sewer connection permit for 675 Pearl St, subject to engineering review of the towns of Canton and Stoughton

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 sewer connection permit for 675 Pearl St, subject to engineering review of the towns of Canton and Stoughton. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Adjourn open session at 8:25 p.m. Resp~ tfully submitted

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

To adjourn open session at 8:25 p.m. Resp~ tfully submitted

The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.

From the minutes

“Motion was made to adjourn open session at 8:25 p.m. Resp~ tfully submitted,.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

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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