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Canton Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting

September 17, 2019

19 recorded votes, 1 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

Designate the roster of uncollectible Ambulance bills as such, as recommended by the Fire Chief

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board designate the roster of uncollectible Ambulance bills as such, as recommended by the Fire Chief

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board designate the roster of uncollectible Ambulance bills as such, as recommended by the Fire Chief. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the night detour requested by SPS New England for the Dedham St. project

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the night detour requested by SPS New England for the Dedham St. project

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the night detour requested by SPS New England for the Dedham St. project. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Open the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To open the Public Hearing

From the minutes

“Motion was made to open the Public Hearing. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Canton Holdings, LLC, the Developer under the First Amended and Restated Development Agreement, as amended, is hereby authorized and directed to defer its performance of work specified in Section...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Canton Holdings, LLC, the Developer under the First Amended and Restated Development Agreement, as amended, is hereby authorized and directed to defer its performance of work specified in Section 5.1.9-Fire Station Signal Improvements and Section 5.1.10-MBTA Signal Improvements of the Development Agreement with the understanding that the Developer and the Town will mutually agree that Developer will substitute additional work in connection with the Section 5.1.6-Revere Street Improvements and that the parties will enter into a formal amendment to the Development Agreement to effect that revision

From the minutes

“Motion was made that Canton Holdings, LLC, the Developer under the First Amended and Restated Development Agreement, as amended, is hereby authorized and directed to defer its performance of work specified in Section 5.1.9-Fire Station Signal Improvements and Section 5.1.10-MBTA Signal Improvements of the Development Agreement with the understanding that the Developer and the Town will mutually agree that Developer will substitute additional work in connection with the Section 5.1.6-Revere Street Improvements and that the parties will enter into a formal amendment to the Development Agreement to effect that revision. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Of Selectmen, acting as the Assessing Board, hereby adopts the Betterment order for Colts Crossing and certifies the order to the Board of Assessors and requests the Board of Assessor to commit...

Minutes, page 2

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board of Selectmen, acting as the Assessing Board, hereby adopts the Betterment order for Colts Crossing and certifies the order to the Board of Assessors and requests the Board of Assessor to commit the assessments to the Tax Collector

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board of Selectmen, acting as the Assessing Board, hereby adopts the Betterment order for Colts Crossing and certifies the order to the Board of Assessors and requests the Board of Assessor to commit the assessments to the Tax Collector Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the Green Community Competitive Grant Contract in the a mount of $206,681.00

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Green Community Competitive Grant Contract in the a mount of $206,681.00

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Green Community Competitive Grant Contract in the a mount of $206,681.00. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the Agreement between Department of Public Health /Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children, PRHC ("Licensor") and the Town of Canton ("Licensee") Council on Aging for use of the...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Agreement between Department of Public Health /Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children, PRHC ("Licensor") and the Town of Canton ("Licensee") Council on Aging for use of the gymnasium at the Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for playing "Pickle Ball"

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Agreement between Department of Public Health /Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children, PRHC ("Licensor") and the Town of Canton ("Licensee") Council on Aging for use of the gymnasium at the Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for playing "Pickle Ball". Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Confirm the approval the Block Party at the Tilden/Redman neighborhood which was held on September 8, 2019

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board confirm the approval the Block Party at the Tilden/Redman neighborhood which was held on September 8, 2019

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board confirm the approval the Block Party at the Tilden/Redman neighborhood which was held on September 8, 2019 Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages and entertainment at a One-Day Event at Trillium Patio on the Lawn, 110 Shawmut Road to be held on September 21,...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages and entertainment at a One-Day Event at Trillium Patio on the Lawn, 110 Shawmut Road to be held on September 21, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages and entertainment at a One-Day Event at Trillium Patio on the Lawn, 110 Shawmut Road to be held on September 21, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the Finance Director Personal Service Contract

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Finance Director Personal Service Contract

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Finance Director Personal Service Contract. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve Workforce Transit Grant Letter of Support

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve Workforce Transit Grant Letter of Support

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve Workforce Transit Grant Letter of Support Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Carolyn D. Elkort as a Member to Sustainability Committee

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Carolyn D. Elkort as a Member to Sustainability Committee

From the minutes

“Motion was made to appoint Carolyn D. Elkort as a Member to Sustainability Committee Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Anthony Andreotti as Acting Veteran's Agent

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Anthony Andreotti as Acting Veteran's Agent

From the minutes

“Motion was made to appoint Anthony Andreotti as Acting Veteran's Agent Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Appoint Aime Digirolamo as Parks and Recreation Seasonal Field Hockey Coach

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board appoint Aime Digirolamo as Parks and Recreation Seasonal Field Hockey Coach

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board appoint Aime Digirolamo as Parks and Recreation Seasonal Field Hockey Coach. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of dugouts at Walsh Field from Canton little League

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of dugouts at Walsh Field from Canton little League

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 dugouts at Walsh Field from Canton little League. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the following donations to CAASA to be used toward the Serenity Garden: Sheila Sullivan $100;...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the following donations to CAASA to be used toward the Serenity Garden: Sheila Sullivan $100; Susan Gibbs $100; Katherine Eckler $100

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 donations to CAASA to be used toward the Serenity Garden: Sheila Sullivan $100; Susan Gibbs $100; Katherine Eckler $100 Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $3950

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $3950

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $3950 Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the minutes from the Board of Selectmen Meetings on August 6, 2019 and August 27, 2019

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the minutes from the Board of Selectmen Meetings on August 6, 2019 and August 27, 2019

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the minutes from the Board of Selectmen Meetings on August 6, 2019 and August 27, 2019. Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Adjourn at 6:26 PM. Respectfully sub 'tted

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

To adjourn at 6:26 PM. Respectfully sub 'tted

The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.

From the minutes

“Motion was made to adjourn at 6:26 PM. Respectfully sub 'tted.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

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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