MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
April 23, 2019
22 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Christopher J. Connolly, John J. Connolly, Thomas W. Theodore, Mark J. Porter, Michael C. Loughran
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open a public hearing to discuss an Application for Wine and Malt package store license for Akar Enterprises, d/b/a Neponset Street Sunoco, 702 Neponset Street, Canton, MA
To open a public hearing to discuss an Application for Wine and Malt package store license for Akar Enterprises, d/b/a Neponset Street Sunoco, 702 Neponset Street, Canton, MA
From the minutes
“Motion was made to open a public hearing to discuss an Application for Wine and Malt package store license for Akar Enterprises, d/b/a Neponset Street Sunoco, 702 Neponset Street, Canton, MA. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the Application for Wine and Malt package store license for Akar Enterprises, dJb/a Neponset Street Sunoco, 702 Neponset Street, Canton, MA
To approve the Application for Wine and Malt package store license for Akar Enterprises, dJb/a Neponset Street Sunoco, 702 Neponset Street, Canton, MA
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Application for Wine and Malt package store license for Akar Enterprises, dJb/a Neponset Street Sunoco, 702 Neponset Street, Canton, MA. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made to close the public hearing. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve Authorization by the Board of Selectmen for Treasurer to borrow funds for: Reservoir Pond Dam Repairs, Old Shepard St. Dam Repairs, COA Buses, Wifi Backbone, High School Roof Top Unit,...
To approve Authorization by the Board of Selectmen for Treasurer to borrow funds for: Reservoir Pond Dam Repairs, Old Shepard St. Dam Repairs, COA Buses, Wifi Backbone, High School Roof Top Unit, Colts Crossing Street Work, Knob Hill Estates Street Work, Washington Commons Street Work, Paul Revere Heritage Site Land Purchase
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve Authorization by the Board of Selectmen for Treasurer to borrow funds for: Reservoir Pond Dam Repairs, Old Shepard St. Dam Repairs, COA Buses, Wifi Backbone, High School Roof Top Unit, Colts Crossing Street Work, Knob Hill Estates Street Work, Washington Commons Street Work, Paul Revere Heritage Site Land Purchase. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the installation of a traffic signal on Dedham Street as shown on a plan entitled "Traffic Signal Concept" dated April 12, 2019 relative to the Canton, Ma "Top Golf Development' subject to...
To approve the installation of a traffic signal on Dedham Street as shown on a plan entitled "Traffic Signal Concept" dated April 12, 2019 relative to the Canton, Ma "Top Golf Development' subject to final design review and easement acquisition
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the installation of a traffic signal on Dedham Street as shown on a plan entitled "Traffic Signal Concept" dated April 12, 2019 relative to the Canton, Ma "Top Golf Development' subject to final design review and easement acquisition. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Take a quick recess to sign documents
To take a quick recess to sign documents
From the minutes
“Motion was made to take a quick recess to sign documents. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve salary for recount Election Workers for April 13, 2019
To approve salary for recount Election Workers for April 13, 2019
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve salary for recount Election Workers for April 13, 2019. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the application for the Safety and Educational Training Grant
To approve the application for the Safety and Educational Training Grant
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the application for the Safety and Educational Training Grant. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Invoke the rule of necessity
To invoke the rule of necessity
From the minutes
“Motion was made to invoke the rule of necessity. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the FY 2020 Insurance premiums
To approve the FY 2020 Insurance premiums
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the FY 2020 Insurance premiums. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the recruitment committee consisting of Human Resource Director, Town Administrator, and Representative of the Board Selectmen, Finance Committee Member, School Representative, and an area...
To approve the recruitment committee consisting of Human Resource Director, Town Administrator, and Representative of the Board Selectmen, Finance Committee Member, School Representative, and an area Finance Director
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the recruitment committee consisting of Human Resource Director, Town Administrator, and Representative of the Board Selectmen, Finance Committee Member, School Representative, and an area Finance Director. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Direct the Town Administrator to contact Canton's State Legislator for assistance with settling on a fair and equitable lease payment for the Metropolis Rink considering the Town's investment of...
To direct the Town Administrator to contact Canton's State Legislator for assistance with settling on a fair and equitable lease payment for the Metropolis Rink considering the Town's investment of $8.5 million dollars for the project
From the minutes
“Motion was made to direct the Town Administrator to contact Canton's State Legislator for assistance with settling on a fair and equitable lease payment for the Metropolis Rink considering the Town's investment of $8.5 million dollars for the project. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint Mark Porter as the Selectmen's representative for the Finance Director search committee
To appoint Mark Porter as the Selectmen's representative for the Finance Director search committee
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Mark Porter as the Selectmen's representative for the Finance Director search committee. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the execution of the Superior Officers Memorandum of Agreement
To approve the execution of the Superior Officers Memorandum of Agreement
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the execution of the Superior Officers Memorandum of Agreement. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve DPW Summer hires Tristan Cahill and Gerald Sullivan (temporary, non benefits eligible)
To approve DPW Summer hires Tristan Cahill and Gerald Sullivan (temporary, non benefits eligible)
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve DPW Summer hires Tristan Cahill and Gerald Sullivan (temporary, non benefits eligible). Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve Parks and Recreation Summer hires for 2019, see attached list (temporary, non benefits eligible)
To approve Parks and Recreation Summer hires for 2019, see attached list (temporary, non benefits eligible)
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve Parks and Recreation Summer hires for 2019, see attached list (temporary, non benefits eligible). Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the warrant for Special Town Election
To approve the warrant for Special Town Election
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the warrant for Special Town Election. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve a request for a Carnival to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road from May 24, 2019 6-10pm, May 25, 2019 and May 26' 2019 fpm-10pm, and May 27, 2019 fpm-8pm...
To approve a request for a Carnival to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road from May 24, 2019 6-10pm, May 25, 2019 and May 26' 2019 fpm-10pm, and May 27, 2019 fpm-8pm contingent upon Building Commissioner approval and Fire Chief approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve a request for a Carnival to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road from May 24, 2019 6-10pm, May 25, 2019 and May 26' 2019 fpm-10pm, and May 27, 2019 fpm-8pm contingent upon Building Commissioner approval and Fire Chief approval. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Accept and Authorize: the use of the gifts in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the following donations to CAASA to be used towards the Serenity Garden
To Accept and Authorize: the use of the gifts in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the following donations to CAASA to be used towards the Serenity Garden
From the minutes
“Motion was made to Accept and Authorize: the use of the gifts in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the following donations to CAASA to be used towards the Serenity Garden. Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly S-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve appointments and re-appointments of member of boards and committees
To approve appointments and re-appointments of member of boards and committees
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve appointments and re-appointments of member of boards and committees Motion: T. Theodore Second: C. Connolly 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve meeting minutes from the Board of Selectmen's meeting on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 and April 2, 2019
To approve meeting minutes from the Board of Selectmen's meeting on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 and April 2, 2019
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve meeting minutes from the Board of Selectmen's meeting on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 and April 2, 2019..”
Adjourn the public meeting at 6:30 p.m. Motion: T. Theodore
To adjourn the public meeting at 6:30 p.m. Motion: T. Theodore
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn the public meeting at 6:30 p.m. Motion: T. Theodore.”
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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