MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting
January 8, 2019
24 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Christopher J. Connolly, Thomas W. Theodore, John J. Connolly
Absent: Mark J. Porter
During the meeting:
- Mr. C. Connolly noted that Mark Porter is not in attendance.
Every vote, in order
Approve Lukes Liquors change of Sunday hours to open at 10 AM
To approve Lukes Liquors change of Sunday hours to open at 10 AM
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve Lukes Liquors change of Sunday hours to open at 10 AM. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. 1. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Table this matter to a later date
To table this matter to a later date
From the minutes
“Motion was made to table this matter to a later date. Motion: Mr. J. Connolly Second: Mr. T. Theodore Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: John J. Connolly, second: Theodore)
Refer the proposed zoning bylaw changes to the Planning Board
To refer the proposed zoning bylaw changes to the Planning Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to refer the proposed zoning bylaw changes to the Planning Board. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Declare their intention to lay out Cedarcrest Road and Beatrice Way as public ways and refer the acceptance to the planning board for a hearing
The Board of Selectmen declare their intention to lay out Cedarcrest Road and Beatrice Way as public ways and refer the acceptance to the planning board for a hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board of Selectmen declare their intention to lay out Cedarcrest Road and Beatrice Way as public ways and refer the acceptance to the planning board for a hearing. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
For approval of submittal of Local Action Units application to Department Housing Community Development
For approval of submittal of Local Action Units application to Department Housing Community Development
From the minutes
“Motion was made for approval of submittal of Local Action Units application to Department Housing Community Development. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Mandatory training in conflict of interest laws for Boards and Committees be compulsory
Mandatory training in conflict of interest laws for Boards and Committees be compulsory
From the minutes
“Motion was made that mandatory training in conflict of interest laws for Boards and Committees be compulsory. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Approve personal contract side letter regarding use of cell phone between the Town and the Deputy Police Chief
To approve personal contract side letter regarding use of cell phone between the Town and the Deputy Police Chief
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve personal contract side letter regarding use of cell phone between the Town and the Deputy Police Chief. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. 1. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Abate Ambulance Bill over $500
To abate Ambulance Bill over $500
From the minutes
“Motion was made to abate Ambulance Bill over $500. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Appoint William Theodore as a Full Time Patrolman
To appoint William Theodore as a Full Time Patrolman
The minutes give only the count (2-0-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint William Theodore as a Full Time Patrolman Motion: Mr. J. Connolly Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 2-0-1 Mr. Theodore abstained.” (Motion: John J. Connolly, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint Robert Constantin as Heavy Equipment Operator
To appoint Robert Constantin as Heavy Equipment Operator
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Robert Constantin as Heavy Equipment Operator. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. 1. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Appoint Regen Milani as a Representative to the Permit Advisory Committee, Recreation Open Space Committee-non voting member, Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan-Con Com, Pequitside Task...
To appoint Regen Milani as a Representative to the Permit Advisory Committee, Recreation Open Space Committee-non voting member, Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan-Con Com, Pequitside Task Force-non voting member
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Regen Milani as a Representative to the Permit Advisory Committee, Recreation Open Space Committee-non voting member, Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan-Con Com, Pequitside Task Force-non voting member. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from Outfront Media in the amount of $18,750
To Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from Outfront Media in the amount of $18,750
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 donation from Outfront Media in the amount of $18,750. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from the Simoni Foundation in the amount of $10,000 to the Paul Revere Heritage...
To Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from the Simoni Foundation in the amount of $10,000 to the Paul Revere Heritage Site for the design, fabrication and installation of the interpretive signage at the PRHS and decision on sign name attribution
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 donation from the Simoni Foundation in the amount of $10,000 to the Paul Revere Heritage Site for the design, fabrication and installation of the interpretive signage at the PRHS and decision on sign name attribution. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from the Simoni Foundation in the amount of $6,800 to the Canton Fire Department...
To Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from the Simoni Foundation in the amount of $6,800 to the Canton Fire Department for the funding of live training for the department's new recruits
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 donation from the Simoni Foundation in the amount of $6,800 to the Canton Fire Department for the funding of live training for the department's new recruits. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from the Simoni Foundation in the amount of $8,000 to the Canton Police...
To Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from the Simoni Foundation in the amount of $8,000 to the Canton Police Department for K-9 Riggs Fund
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 donation from the Simoni Foundation in the amount of $8,000 to the Canton Police Department for K-9 Riggs Fund. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from Pulse Systems in the amount of $500 to the Canton Police Department for the...
To Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from Pulse Systems in the amount of $500 to the Canton Police Department for the general donation fund
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 donation from Pulse Systems in the amount of $500 to the Canton Police Department for the general donation fund. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from Pulse Systems in the amount of $500 to the Canton Fire Department to be...
To Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from Pulse Systems in the amount of $500 to the Canton Fire Department to be utilized for training
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 donation from Pulse Systems in the amount of $500 to the Canton Fire Department to be utilized for training. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from Barry and Judith Teplow Ttee in the amount of $100 to the Canton Police...
To Accept and Authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation from Barry and Judith Teplow Ttee in the amount of $100 to the Canton Police Department for the K-9 Fund
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 donation from Barry and Judith Teplow Ttee in the amount of $100 to the Canton Police Department for the K-9 Fund. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $3,795,033.18
To approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $3,795,033.18
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $3,795,033.18. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $38,841.48
To approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $38,841.48
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $38,841.48. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Approve the extension of American Earth Products contract for two more years for operation of the Pine St. recycling facility
To approve the extension of American Earth Products contract for two more years for operation of the Pine St. recycling facility
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the extension of American Earth Products contract for two more years for operation of the Pine St. recycling facility. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Approve the minutes from the Board of Selectmen meetings held on May 14, 2018, July 17, 2018, August 21, 2018, October 16, 2018, October 30, 2018
To approve the minutes from the Board of Selectmen meetings held on May 14, 2018, July 17, 2018, August 21, 2018, October 16, 2018, October 30, 2018
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the minutes from the Board of Selectmen meetings held on May 14, 2018, July 17, 2018, August 21, 2018, October 16, 2018, October 30, 2018. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. J. Connolly Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: John J. Connolly)
Go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (water discharge onto public ways), if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position...
To go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (water discharge onto public ways), if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares
From the minutes
“Motion was made to go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (water discharge onto public ways), if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. Roll Call, 3-0 M r. J. Connolly Affirmative M r. T. Theodore Affirmative M r. C. Connolly Affirmative.”
Adjourn the meeting at 5:45 PM. Respectfully bmitted
To adjourn the meeting at 5:45 PM. Respectfully bmitted
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 5:45 PM. Respectfully bmitted,.”
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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