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26 recorded votes, 26 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Mark J. Porter, Christopher J. Connolly, Kevin T. Feeney, Thomas W. Theodore, John J. Connolly
Absent: None
Accept the gift of the project from Canton Little League
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.
“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)
Open the public hearing. Mr. Feeney read the legal notice that was published
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.
“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)
Close the hearing on Greenlodge Street
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.
“Motion was made to close the hearing on Greenlodge Street. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Amend the Greenlodge Street parking area excluding the permit requirements without a sticker on weekends and legal holidays, (effective September 28, 2018.)
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.
“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)
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
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.
“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)
Approve the $11,000 abatement for the water bill plus any interest as made by Mr. Aspinwall
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.
“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)
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...
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.
“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)
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,...
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.
“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)
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...
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.
“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)
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,...
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.
“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)
Approve amendments to the Sick Bank Policy as recommended by the Human Resources Director
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.
“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)
Approve Chapter 90 project request for equipment maintenance on 2 front end loader and 1 back hoe in the amount of $32,000
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.
“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)
Appoint Tim Calabrese as a Member to the Sustainability Committee
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.
“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)
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...
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.
“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)
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...
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.
“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)
Appoint Christopher Maloney as Service Technician
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.
“Motion was made to appoint Christopher Maloney as Service Technician. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Appoint Gina McCann as Meter Reader
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.
“Motion was made to appoint Gina McCann as Meter Reader. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Appoint Justin Tilley as Firefighter/Paramedic
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.
“Motion was made to appoint Justin Tilley as Firefighter/Paramedic. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Appoint James Hall as Temporary Building Custodian at the Library
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.
“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)
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...
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.
“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)
Approve Shawmut Crosswalk License
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.
“Motion was made to approve Shawmut Crosswalk License. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the removal of the sign restricting the left turn from Pleasant Street onto Washington Street
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.
“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)
Approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $2725.00
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.
“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)
Waive the administrative code to allow a late agenda item
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.
“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)
Approve the sewer connection permit for 675 Pearl St, subject to engineering review of the towns of Canton and Stoughton
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.
“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)
Adjourn open session at 8:25 p.m. Resp~ tfully submitted
To adjourn open session at 8:25 p.m. Resp~ tfully submitted
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
“Motion was made to adjourn open session at 8:25 p.m. Resp~ tfully submitted,.”
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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