MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
June 25, 2019
37 recorded votes, 3 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 the Public Hearing
To open the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made to open the Public Hearing. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made to close the hearing. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Do approve the Third Amendment to First Amended and Restated Development Agreement between the Town and Canton Holdings LLC and to authorize Town Counsel to make non-substantive language changes...
The Board do approve the Third Amendment to First Amended and Restated Development Agreement between the Town and Canton Holdings LLC and to authorize Town Counsel to make non-substantive language changes to the final agreement if needed; and; to direct Town Counsel to draft changes to any collateral documents affected by the Amendment and to submit such documents to the Board for approval at future meeting
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board do approve the Third Amendment to First Amended and Restated Development Agreement between the Town and Canton Holdings LLC and to authorize Town Counsel to make non-substantive language changes to the final agreement if needed; and; to direct Town Counsel to draft changes to any collateral documents affected by the Amendment and to submit such documents to the Board for approval at future meeting. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Authorize the Finance Director to apply $114,641.34 of unspent bond funds to debt service for capital projects
The Board authorize the Finance Director to apply $114,641.34 of unspent bond funds to debt service for capital projects
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board authorize the Finance Director to apply $114,641.34 of unspent bond funds to debt service for capital projects. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Direct the Town Administrator to work with the homeowners to come up with a solution to remove the trees, at a reasonable cost to the town
To direct the Town Administrator to work with the homeowners to come up with a solution to remove the trees, at a reasonable cost to the town
From the minutes
“Motion was made to direct the Town Administrator to work with the homeowners to come up with a solution to remove the trees, at a reasonable cost to the town. Motion: Mr. Porter Second: Mr. Theodore Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Porter, second: Theodore)
Approve the permit for use of the Town Lawn at the PRHS on September 18 and 19 with the function being the unofficial opening date for public access to the walking trails and open space where marked
The Board approve the permit for use of the Town Lawn at the PRHS on September 18 and 19 with the function being the unofficial opening date for public access to the walking trails and open space where marked
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the permit for use of the Town Lawn at the PRHS on September 18 and 19 with the function being the unofficial opening date for public access to the walking trails and open space where marked. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the PRHS Rental Agreement Form
The Board approve the PRHS Rental Agreement Form
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the PRHS Rental Agreement Form. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Intermunicipal Agreement for Medical Director for the Emergency Medical Services program
To approve the Intermunicipal Agreement for Medical Director for the Emergency Medical Services program
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Intermunicipal Agreement for Medical Director for the Emergency Medical Services program. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept the Deeds for the utility easement and rights of way for Beatrice Way and Cedarcrest Road Extension
The Board accept the Deeds for the utility easement and rights of way for Beatrice Way and Cedarcrest Road Extension
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board accept the Deeds for the utility easement and rights of way for Beatrice Way and Cedarcrest Road Extension Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Certify to the Board of Assessors the betterment assessments for the street acceptances for Skyline Circle, Fern Brook Circle, Warner Way, Knob Hill Circle, Brewer Way, Mount Vernon Street and...
The Board certify to the Board of Assessors the betterment assessments for the street acceptances for Skyline Circle, Fern Brook Circle, Warner Way, Knob Hill Circle, Brewer Way, Mount Vernon Street and request that the Assessors commit the betterments to the Treasurer/Collector
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board certify to the Board of Assessors the betterment assessments for the street acceptances for Skyline Circle, Fern Brook Circle, Warner Way, Knob Hill Circle, Brewer Way, Mount Vernon Street and request that the Assessors commit the betterments to the Treasurer/Collector. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Engineering Technician job description
To approve the Engineering Technician job description
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Engineering Technician job description. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the reclassification of Water/Sewer Coordinator position. Motion was made that the Board approve the MOA for the Water/Sewer Coordinator
To approve the reclassification of Water/Sewer Coordinator position. Motion was made that the Board approve the MOA for the Water/Sewer Coordinator
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the reclassification of Water/Sewer Coordinator position. Motion was made that the Board approve the MOA for the Water/Sewer Coordinator. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Reconsider the vote on the reclassification of the Water/Sewer Coordinator position
To reconsider the vote on the reclassification of the Water/Sewer Coordinator position
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion made to reconsider the vote on the reclassification of the Water/Sewer Coordinator position..”
Reconsider the vote for the MOA for the Water/Sewer Coordinator
The Board reconsider the vote for the MOA for the Water/Sewer Coordinator
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board reconsider the vote for the MOA for the Water/Sewer Coordinator. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the reclassification of Water/Sewer Coordinator position. Motion was made that the Board approve the MOA for the Water/Sewer Coordinator
To approve the reclassification of Water/Sewer Coordinator position. Motion was made that the Board approve the MOA for the Water/Sewer Coordinator
Yes: Christopher J. Connolly, John J. Connolly, Porter, TheodoreAbstained: Loughran
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the reclassification of Water/Sewer Coordinator position. Motion was made that the Board approve the MOA for the Water/Sewer Coordinator. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 4-0-1 (Mr. Loughran abstain).” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve William Wade, Devin Kelly, Ingried Alphonse as Park and Recreation summer hires
To approve William Wade, Devin Kelly, Ingried Alphonse as Park and Recreation summer hires
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve William Wade, Devin Kelly, Ingried Alphonse as Park and Recreation summer hires. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: S-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Appoint James Gallagher as a Special Heavy Equipment Operator
To appoint James Gallagher as a Special Heavy Equipment Operator
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint James Gallagher as a Special Heavy Equipment Operator. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Appoint Shalini Mathur as a Part-time Program Coordinator at Council on Aging
To appoint Shalini Mathur as a Part-time Program Coordinator at Council on Aging
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Shalini Mathur as a Part-time Program Coordinator at Council on Aging. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 from Victor DelVecchio and Alicia R. Lopez for 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 of $5000 from Victor DelVecchio and Alicia R. Lopez for the Paul Revere Heritage Site Preview Room Design
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 of $5000 from Victor DelVecchio and Alicia R. Lopez for the Paul Revere Heritage Site Preview Room Design. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 from the Canton Area Helpline in memory of Betty Lethin for Canton...
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 from the Canton Area Helpline in memory of Betty Lethin for Canton Parks and Recreation programs and Season Pool passes
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 of $5000 from the Canton Area Helpline in memory of Betty Lethin for Canton Parks and Recreation programs and Season Pool passes. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $1000 from Canton Association of Industries to CAASA to help fund a Virtual...
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $1000 from Canton Association of Industries to CAASA to help fund a Virtual Drop in Center
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 of $1000 from Canton Association of Industries to CAASA to help fund a Virtual Drop in Center Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 from Canton Association of Industries to Fire Department for live fire...
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 from Canton Association of Industries to Fire Department for live fire training at the Barnstable Fire Academy
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 of $5000 from Canton Association of Industries to Fire Department for live fire training at the Barnstable Fire Academy Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve: SERSG Re-Bid for Sodium Hypochlorite (SERSG Water/Sewer Treatment Chemicals FY20)
To approve: SERSG Re-Bid for Sodium Hypochlorite (SERSG Water/Sewer Treatment Chemicals FY20)
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve: SERSG Re-Bid for Sodium Hypochlorite (SERSG Water/Sewer Treatment Chemicals FY20). Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Authorize the Town Planner to apply fora $150,000 grant to fund design and engineering for the reconstruction of 0.6 miles of the Neponset Street sidewalks from the town center through the Walpole...
The Board authorize the Town Planner to apply fora $150,000 grant to fund design and engineering for the reconstruction of 0.6 miles of the Neponset Street sidewalks from the town center through the Walpole and Neponset Street intersection, with new curbing, crosswalk striping, and ADA compliance
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board authorize the Town Planner to apply fora $150,000 grant to fund design and engineering for the reconstruction of 0.6 miles of the Neponset Street sidewalks from the town center through the Walpole and Neponset Street intersection, with new curbing, crosswalk striping, and ADA compliance Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Water and Sewer Commitments- Final Bills $23,036.70
To approve the Water and Sewer Commitments- Final Bills $23,036.70
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Water and Sewer Commitments- Final Bills $23,036.70. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Water and Sewer Commitments -Residential $2,815,409.86
To approve the Water and Sewer Commitments -Residential $2,815,409.86
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Water and Sewer Commitments -Residential $2,815,409.86 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve and release the minutes from Executive Session held on December 4, 2018, January 8, 2019, February 5, 2019
To approve and release the minutes from Executive Session held on December 4, 2018, January 8, 2019, February 5, 2019
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve and release the minutes from Executive Session held on December 4, 2018, January 8, 2019, February 5, 2019 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve and partially release the minutes from Executive Session held on October 16, 2018, November 13, 2018, November 27, 2018, December 18, 2018
To approve and partially release the minutes from Executive Session held on October 16, 2018, November 13, 2018, November 27, 2018, December 18, 2018
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve and partially release the minutes from Executive Session held on October 16, 2018, November 13, 2018, November 27, 2018, December 18, 2018 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve and not release the minutes from Executive Session held on October 30, 2018, January 22, 2019, April 30, 2019
To approve and not release the minutes from Executive Session held on October 30, 2018, January 22, 2019, April 30, 2019
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve and not release the minutes from Executive Session held on October 30, 2018, January 22, 2019, April 30, 2019 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve minutes from Board of Selectmen Meetings April 30, 2019, May 13, 2019, May 15, 2019
To approve minutes from Board of Selectmen Meetings April 30, 2019, May 13, 2019, May 15, 2019
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve minutes from Board of Selectmen Meetings April 30, 2019, May 13, 2019, May 15, 2019 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 from Beckham Family for the Paul Revere Heritage Site Preview Room...
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 from Beckham Family for the Paul Revere Heritage Site Preview Room Design and Discovery Museum
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 of $5000 from Beckham Family for the Paul Revere Heritage Site Preview Room Design and Discovery Museum Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $100 from Canton Lions Club to CAASA
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $100 from Canton Lions Club to CAASA
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 of $100 from Canton Lions Club to CAASA Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $200 from the Canton Cooperative Bank for Canton Parks and Recreation Annual...
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $200 from the Canton Cooperative Bank for Canton Parks and Recreation Annual 4th of July Road Race
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 of $200 from the Canton Cooperative Bank for Canton Parks and Recreation Annual 4th of July Road Race Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 from Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Sugameli for the Paul Revere Heritage Site...
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 from Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Sugameli for the Paul Revere Heritage Site Preview Room Design
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 of $5000 from Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Sugameli for the Paul Revere Heritage Site Preview Room Design Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 from Dimitri Volfson and Julia Volfson for 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 of $5000 from Dimitri Volfson and Julia Volfson for the Paul Revere Heritage Site Preview Room Design
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 of $5000 from Dimitri Volfson and Julia Volfson for the Paul Revere Heritage Site Preview Room Design Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (AFSCME contract update), 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 collective bargaining (AFSCME contract update), if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and litigating position of the public body
From the minutes
“Motion was made to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (AFSCME contract update), if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and litigating position of the public body. Roll call was taken and each answered in the affirmative: Mr. Loughran: Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly: Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly: Affirmative Mr. Porter: Affirmative Mr. Theodore: Affirmative.”
Adjourn at 7:20 PM. Respec f ly submitted
To adjourn at 7:20 PM. Respec f ly submitted
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn at 7:20 PM. Respec f ly 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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