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Canton Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting

October 1, 2019

23 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 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. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Close the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To close the Public Hearing

From the minutes

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

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Approve the application for the Transfer of an All Alcohol §15 Package Store License from Tri-Town Discount Liquors, LLC, at 100A Washington Street, Canton, MA to Shields Fine Wine LLC d/b/a...

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the application for the Transfer of an All Alcohol §15 Package Store License from Tri-Town Discount Liquors, LLC, at 100A Washington Street, Canton, MA to Shields Fine Wine LLC d/b/a Tri-Town Discount Liquors at 100A Washington Street

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the application for the Transfer of an All Alcohol §15 Package Store License from Tri-Town Discount Liquors, LLC, at 100A Washington Street, Canton, MA to Shields Fine Wine LLC d/b/a Tri-Town Discount Liquors at 100A Washington Street Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Support the submittal of the notice of intent

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the submittal of the notice of intent

From the minutes

“Motion was made to support the submittal of the notice of intent. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Authorize the Town Administrator to appeal the denial from FEMA of the Metropolis Rink Public Assistance Determination

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board authorize the Town Administrator to appeal the denial from FEMA of the Metropolis Rink Public Assistance Determination

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board authorize the Town Administrator to appeal the denial from FEMA of the Metropolis Rink Public Assistance Determination Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Establish the Veteran Agent interview team to consist of a Selectman, the Town Administrator, the HR Director, Tony Andreotti, the Police Chief or the Fire Chief

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board establish the Veteran Agent interview team to consist of a Selectman, the Town Administrator, the HR Director, Tony Andreotti, the Police Chief or the Fire Chief

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board establish the Veteran Agent interview team to consist of a Selectman, the Town Administrator, the HR Director, Tony Andreotti, the Police Chief or the Fire Chief. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Authorize additional review work related to the PRHS and continue to authorize to use mitigation funds for invoices associated with environmental &structural reviews

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board authorize additional review work related to the PRHS and continue to authorize to use mitigation funds for invoices associated with environmental &structural reviews

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board authorize additional review work related to the PRHS and continue to authorize to use mitigation funds for invoices associated with environmental &structural reviews. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the Board of Selectmen meeting schedule January 2020 to June 2020

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Board of Selectmen meeting schedule January 2020 to June 2020

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the Board of Selectmen meeting schedule January 2020 to June 2020 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the agreement between and Town and Absolute Landscaping for landscaping and grounds maintenance bid for $24,695.00 at the Paul Revere Heritage Site for the 2019 Season between the dates of...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the agreement between and Town and Absolute Landscaping for landscaping and grounds maintenance bid for $24,695.00 at the Paul Revere Heritage Site for the 2019 Season between the dates of the week of July 22, 2019 and November 30th, 2019

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the agreement between and Town and Absolute Landscaping for landscaping and grounds maintenance bid for $24,695.00 at the Paul Revere Heritage Site for the 2019 Season between the dates of the week of July 22, 2019 and November 30th, 2019. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Authorize the Removal of Tennis Courts at Pequitside Farm

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Removal of Tennis Courts at Pequitside Farm

From the minutes

“Motion was made to authorize the Removal of Tennis Courts at Pequitside Farm. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: S-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the Sewer Rate Relief Application for Fiscal 2020

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Sewer Rate Relief Application for Fiscal 2020

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the Sewer Rate Relief Application for Fiscal 2020 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the Taxi/Livery License Renewals expiring on 9/30/2020

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Taxi/Livery License Renewals expiring on 9/30/2020

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the Taxi/Livery License Renewals expiring on 9/30/2020. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the Common Victualler's license for FPM Holding Company dba Sebastian's Cafe, One Orchard Way in Canton

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Common Victualler's license for FPM Holding Company dba Sebastian's Cafe, One Orchard Way in Canton

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the Common Victualler's license for FPM Holding Company dba Sebastian's Cafe, One Orchard Way in Canton. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the application to obtain a special license to serve beer and wine at a one- day event at Trillium Brewing Lawn, 110 Shawmut Road, to be held on October 12, 2019 (rain date October 13,...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the application to obtain a special license to serve beer and wine at a one- day event at Trillium Brewing Lawn, 110 Shawmut Road, to be held on October 12, 2019 (rain date October 13, 2019) from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief a pproval

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the application to obtain a special license to serve beer and wine at a one- day event at Trillium Brewing Lawn, 110 Shawmut Road, to be held on October 12, 2019 (rain date October 13, 2019) from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief a pproval. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the application to obtain a special license to serve beer and wine and have entertainment at a one-day event at Trillium Brewing, 100 Royall Street to be held on October 19, 2019 from 6:00...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the application to obtain a special license to serve beer and wine and have entertainment at a one-day event at Trillium Brewing, 100 Royall Street to be held on October 19, 2019 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 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 beer and wine and have entertainment at a one-day event at Trillium Brewing, 100 Royall Street to be held on October 19, 2019 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the application to obtain a special license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill River Rd, to be held on December 14, 2019 at 6:00 PM to...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the application to obtain a special license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill River Rd, to be held on December 14, 2019 at 6:00 PM to December 15, 2019 at 12:30 AM 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 at a one-day event at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill River Rd, to be held on December 14, 2019 at 6:00 PM to December 15, 2019 at 12:30 AM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the application to obtain a special license to serve alcoholic beverages at eighteen one-day events for Winterlights at Bradley Estates-24686 Washington St. to be held on November 22,...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the application to obtain a special license to serve alcoholic beverages at eighteen one-day events for Winterlights at Bradley Estates-24686 Washington St. to be held on November 22, 2019, November 23, 2019, November 24, 2019, November 29, 2019, November 30, 2019, December 1, 2019, December 6, 2019, December 7, 2019, December 8, 2019, December 13, 2019, December 14, 2019, December 15, 2019, December 20, 2019, December 21, 2019, December 22, 2019, December 27, 2019, December 28, 2019, December 29, 2019 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 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 at eighteen one-day events for Winterlights at Bradley Estates-24686 Washington St. to be held on November 22, 2019, November 23, 2019, November 24, 2019, November 29, 2019, November 30, 2019, December 1, 2019, December 6, 2019, December 7, 2019, December 8, 2019, December 13, 2019, December 14, 2019, December 15, 2019, December 20, 2019, December 21, 2019, December 22, 2019, December 27, 2019, December 28, 2019, December 29, 2019 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the request for a Carnival to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road from October 4, 2019 6 PM-10PM, October 5, 2019, 1 PM-10 PM and October 6, 2019 1 PM-8 PM...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the request for a Carnival to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road from October 4, 2019 6 PM-10PM, October 5, 2019, 1 PM-10 PM and October 6, 2019 1 PM-8 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner approval and Fire Chief Approval

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the request for a Carnival to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road from October 4, 2019 6 PM-10PM, October 5, 2019, 1 PM-10 PM and October 6, 2019 1 PM-8 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner approval and Fire Chief Approval Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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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: Deirdre Wanless $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: Deirdre Wanless $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: Deirdre Wanless $100 Bill Dickie $100 Carol Ciffolillo $100 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the Water and Sewer Commitments Final Bills $17,863.83

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Water and Sewer Commitments Final Bills $17,863.83

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the Water and Sewer Commitments Final Bills $17,863.83 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Approve the Water and Sewer Commitments Residential $3,281,405.12

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the Water and Sewer Commitments Residential $3,281,405.12

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the Water and Sewer Commitments Residential $3,281,405.12 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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Go to Executive Session to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence of an individual and to discuss strategy with respect to...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

To go to Executive Session to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence of an individual and to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Opioid Litigation) if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and litigating position of the public body

The roll call does not give a vote for Christopher J. Connolly, who was at the meeting. Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Motion was made to go to Executive Session to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence of an individual and to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Opioid Litigation) 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. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative.”

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Adjourn at 6:12 PM. Respectful) submitted

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

To adjourn at 6:12 PM. Respectful) submitted

The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.

From the minutes

“Motion was made to adjourn at 6:12 PM. Respectful) submitted,.”

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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