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October 2, 2018
19 recorded votes, 19 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
Approve the orders of taking relative to 20 Old Shephard Street, 14 Old Shephard Street, 281 Washington Street, 95 Messinger Street and to adopt the resolutions regarding damage awards for the...
To approve the orders of taking relative to 20 Old Shephard Street, 14 Old Shephard Street, 281 Washington Street, 95 Messinger Street and to adopt the resolutions regarding damage awards for the proposed takings shown on Exhibit A
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the orders of taking relative to 20 Old Shephard Street, 14 Old Shephard Street, 281 Washington Street, 95 Messinger Street and to adopt the resolutions regarding damage awards for the proposed takings shown on Exhibit A..”
The town do accept, adopt and authorize the execution of the order of taking, resolution regarding damage award, and notice of taking, offer of payment, for the following properties: Assessors Map...
The town do accept, adopt and authorize the execution of the order of taking, resolution regarding damage award, and notice of taking, offer of payment, for the following properties: Assessors Map 25, Parcel 327, Owner: Jason S. Dickie
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
“A motion was made that the town do accept, adopt and authorize the execution of the order of taking, resolution regarding damage award, and notice of taking, offer of payment, for the following properties: Assessors Map 25, Parcel 327, Owner: Jason S. Dickie, Location: 14 Old Shepard Street; Area: 1206 square feet; Award: $4200 Assessors Map 25, Parcel 259, Owner: William S. Dickie, Charlotte J. Goodrich, Robert H. Dickie, Raymond S. Dickie, Walter Scott Dickie Location: 95 Messinger Street; Area: 757 square feet, Award: $8200 Assessors Map 24, Parcel 68; Owner: Diane E. Stock, Location: 281 Washington Street; Area: 761 square feet, Award: $3500 Assessors Map 25, Parcel 262; Owner: Joan A. Dickie, Location: 20 Old Shepard Street, Area: 2581 square feet, Award: $9100. The said documents be filed at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds and the Office of the Town Clerk. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Open the Public Hearing
To open the Public 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 Public Hearing. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public 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 close the Public Hearing. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: S-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the application for fuel storage license at 30 North Street-PSR 1 Nominee Trust
To approve the application for fuel storage license at 30 North Street-PSR 1 Nominee Trust
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 fuel storage license at 30 North Street-PSR 1 Nominee Trust. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the indemnification and release of 38 Turtle Brook Rd., Unit 7-2, Turtle Brook Condo, Canton
To approve the indemnification and release of 38 Turtle Brook Rd., Unit 7-2, Turtle Brook Condo, 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 the indemnification and release of 38 Turtle Brook Rd., Unit 7-2, Turtle Brook Condo, Canton. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the New Block Party Request Form
To approve the New Block Party Request Form
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 New Block Party Request Form. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the Sewer Rate Relief Fiscal 2019
To approve the Sewer Rate Relief Fiscal 2019
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 Rate Relief Fiscal 2019. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve an application to obtain a special license to serve beer and wine at twelve one day events for the Milton Players at Pappas Rehabilitation Center, 3 Randolph Street be held on October 26,...
To approve an application to obtain a special license to serve beer and wine at twelve one day events for the Milton Players at Pappas Rehabilitation Center, 3 Randolph Street be held on October 26, 2018, October 27, 2018, November 2, 2018, November 3, 2018, January 25, 2019, January 26, 2019, February 1, 2019, February 2, 2019, April 26, 2019. April 27, 2019, May 3, 2019 and May 4, 2019 from 7:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. contingent upon Building Commission 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 an application to obtain a special license to serve beer and wine at twelve one day events for the Milton Players at Pappas Rehabilitation Center, 3 Randolph Street be held on October 26, 2018, October 27, 2018, November 2, 2018, November 3, 2018, January 25, 2019, January 26, 2019, February 1, 2019, February 2, 2019, April 26, 2019. April 27, 2019, May 3, 2019 and May 4, 2019 from 7:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. contingent upon Building Commission and Fire Chief approval. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Approve the request from the Canton Parks &Recreation Department to hold the Annual Halloween Parade on October 28, 2018 at 1:00 p.m
To approve the request from the Canton Parks &Recreation Department to hold the Annual Halloween Parade on October 28, 2018 at 1:00 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 approve the request from the Canton Parks &Recreation Department to hold the Annual Halloween Parade on October 28, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: S-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Appoint Michael Pastor and Michael Doody as Firefighters
To appoint Michael Pastor and Michael Doody as Firefighters
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 Michael Pastor and Michael Doody as Firefighters. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Appoint Laura Smead to Metropolitan Area Planning Council
To appoint Laura Smead to Metropolitan Area Planning Council
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 Laura Smead to Metropolitan Area Planning Council. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Appoint Christopher Sykes as Member to the Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan and Member to the Water and Sewer Rate Policy Committee
To appoint Christopher Sykes as Member to the Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan and Member to the Water and Sewer Rate Policy 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 Christopher Sykes as Member to the Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan and Member to the Water and Sewer Rate Policy Committee. 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 MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the following donation of $1000 to the Canton Fire Department from Chestnut Hill Properties to...
To accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the following donation of $1000 to the Canton Fire Department from Chestnut Hill Properties to be used towards the purchase of new rescue mannequins for the use of practicing rescue techniques
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 MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the following donation of $1000 to the Canton Fire Department from Chestnut Hill Properties to be used towards the purchase of new rescue mannequins for the use of practicing rescue techniques. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Dissolve the Building Use Subcommittee (Paul Revere Heritage Committee)
To dissolve the Building Use Subcommittee (Paul Revere Heritage 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 dissolve the Building Use Subcommittee (Paul Revere Heritage Committee). Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Open the Warrant for Special Town Meeting for December 2018
To open the Warrant for Special Town Meeting for December 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 open the Warrant for Special Town Meeting for December 2018. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Authorize the Town Administrator to proceed negotiations with respect to venture
To authorize the Town Administrator to proceed negotiations with respect to venture
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
“A motion was made to authorize the Town Administrator to proceed negotiations with respect to venture. Motion: Mr. Feeney Second: Mr. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Feeney)
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Opioid litigation and employee litigation) if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the...
To go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Opioid litigation and employee litigation) if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and litigating position of the public body and the Chair so declares
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 to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Opioid litigation and employee litigation) if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and litigating position of the public body and the Chair so declares. Roll call vote was taken and each answered in the affirmative. Mr. Theodore: Affirmative Mr. Connolly: Affirmative Mr. Porter: Affirmative Mr. Connolly: Affirmative Mr. Feeney: Affirmative.”
Adjourn at 7:28 PM
To adjourn at 7:28 PM
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 at 7:28 PM. 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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