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December 17, 2019
33 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
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)
Continue the public hearing until January 14, 2020
To continue the public hearing until January 14, 2020
From the minutes
“Motion was made to continue the public hearing until January 14, 2020. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Give direction to pursue option 4 outlined in the presentation
The Board give direction to pursue option 4 outlined in the presentation
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board give direction to pursue option 4 outlined in the presentation. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the submission of a grant proposal to the Massachusetts Cultural Council for a Paul Revere Museum of Discovery and Innovation Museum Master Plan and that $35,000 in matching funds from the...
The Board vote to approve the submission of a grant proposal to the Massachusetts Cultural Council for a Paul Revere Museum of Discovery and Innovation Museum Master Plan and that $35,000 in matching funds from the Canton Holding Tax Pledge mitigation fund be authorized for the project to match the Cultural Council grant bringing the project total to $70,000
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board vote to approve the submission of a grant proposal to the Massachusetts Cultural Council for a Paul Revere Museum of Discovery and Innovation Museum Master Plan and that $35,000 in matching funds from the Canton Holding Tax Pledge mitigation fund be authorized for the project to match the Cultural Council grant bringing the project total to $70,000. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
The BOS approve a contract award to BETA Inc. for $150,000 for engineering services related to the Neponset St. improvement project, said contract to be funded through the FY2020 Housing Choice...
The BOS approve a contract award to BETA Inc. for $150,000 for engineering services related to the Neponset St. improvement project, said contract to be funded through the FY2020 Housing Choice Community Capital Grant awarded to the Town on December 4, 2019
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the BOS approve a contract award to BETA Inc. for $150,000 for engineering services related to the Neponset St. improvement project, said contract to be funded through the FY2020 Housing Choice Community Capital Grant awarded to the Town on December 4, 2019. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve submittal of the Paul Revere site special legislation, subject to final review by Town Counsel, adding new language providing a license option for the land and buildings and with the...
The Board approve submittal of the Paul Revere site special legislation, subject to final review by Town Counsel, adding new language providing a license option for the land and buildings and with the revolving funds as recommended by Mr. DelVecchio
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve submittal of the Paul Revere site special legislation, subject to final review by Town Counsel, adding new language providing a license option for the land and buildings and with the revolving funds as recommended by Mr. DelVecchio. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the use of $8,541.50 from the Canton Holding Tax Pledge mitigation fund for the installation of fiber optic cabling from the Fire Station to the Rolling Mill on the Paul Revere Heritage Site
The Board vote to approve the use of $8,541.50 from the Canton Holding Tax Pledge mitigation fund for the installation of fiber optic cabling from the Fire Station to the Rolling Mill on the Paul Revere Heritage Site
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board vote to approve the use of $8,541.50 from the Canton Holding Tax Pledge mitigation fund for the installation of fiber optic cabling from the Fire Station to the Rolling Mill on the Paul Revere Heritage Site. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Municipal Capital Requests for FY 21
The Board approve the Municipal Capital Requests for FY 21
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Municipal Capital Requests for FY 21. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Liquor licenses, Entertainment licenses, Amusement Device Licenses and Sunday Entertainment and Amusement Licenses, as presented to the Board by the Licensing Agent subject to the...
The Board approve the Liquor licenses, Entertainment licenses, Amusement Device Licenses and Sunday Entertainment and Amusement Licenses, as presented to the Board by the Licensing Agent subject to the payment of any outstanding taxes owed being paid to the Town
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Liquor licenses, Entertainment licenses, Amusement Device Licenses and Sunday Entertainment and Amusement Licenses, as presented to the Board by the Licensing Agent subject to the payment of any outstanding taxes owed being paid to the Town. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Renewal of Class II Dealer's License for 2020 for R10 Motors, 12 Revere Street contingent upon payment of all outstanding taxes and fees owed to the Town of Canton
The Board approve the Renewal of Class II Dealer's License for 2020 for R10 Motors, 12 Revere Street contingent upon payment of all outstanding taxes and fees owed to the Town of Canton
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Renewal of Class II Dealer's License for 2020 for R10 Motors, 12 Revere Street contingent upon payment of all outstanding taxes and fees owed to the Town of Canton Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Renewal of Common Victualler's Licenses for 2020 for FitFuel Cafe, 588 Washington St., Canton Ice House, 65 North St., ~essings Food Service @Blue Hill Regional School, 900 Randolph...
The Board approve the Renewal of Common Victualler's Licenses for 2020 for FitFuel Cafe, 588 Washington St., Canton Ice House, 65 North St., ~essings Food Service @Blue Hill Regional School, 900 Randolph St., Five Guys Burgers and Fries, 95 Washington St, Honey Dew, 375 Neponset Street, Copper City Espresso, 666 Sherman Street, contingent upon payment of all outstanding taxes and fees owed to the Town of Canton
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Renewal of Common Victualler's Licenses for 2020 for FitFuel Cafe, 588 Washington St., Canton Ice House, 65 North St., ~essings Food Service @Blue Hill Regional School, 900 Randolph St., Five Guys Burgers and Fries, 95 Washington St, Honey Dew, 375 Neponset Street, Copper City Espresso, 666 Sherman Street, contingent upon payment of all outstanding taxes and fees owed to the Town of Canton Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Open the warrant for 2020 Annual Town Meeting for zoning and non- zoningarticles effective Thursday, December 26, 2019 and close warrant for zoning and non-zoning articles on Friday, January 10,...
The Board open the warrant for 2020 Annual Town Meeting for zoning and non- zoningarticles effective Thursday, December 26, 2019 and close warrant for zoning and non-zoning articles on Friday, January 10, 2020 @ 12noon
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board open the warrant for 2020 Annual Town Meeting for zoning and non- zoningarticles effective Thursday, December 26, 2019 and close warrant for zoning and non-zoning articles on Friday, January 10, 2020 @ 12noon Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Reopen the Lift Assist hearing and take the matter off the table
The Board reopen the Lift Assist hearing and take the matter off the table
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board reopen the Lift Assist hearing and take the matter off the table. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Close the Public Nearing
To close the Public Nearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made to close the Public Nearing. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Fire Department Lift Assist Policy and establish a fee of $500 per incident to be charged to the facility for such service when emergency transport is not required, commencing July 1, 2020
To approve the Fire Department Lift Assist Policy and establish a fee of $500 per incident to be charged to the facility for such service when emergency transport is not required, commencing July 1, 2020
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Fire Department Lift Assist Policy and establish a fee of $500 per incident to be charged to the facility for such service when emergency transport is not required, commencing July 1, 2020. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the application for Entertainment permit for Trillium, 110 Shawmut Road, Canton, on December 22, 2019 from 3:00 PM-6:00 PM
To approve the application for Entertainment permit for Trillium, 110 Shawmut Road, Canton, on December 22, 2019 from 3:00 PM-6:00 PM
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the application for Entertainment permit for Trillium, 110 Shawmut Road, Canton, on December 22, 2019 from 3:00 PM-6:00 PM Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Personal Action Form for Sanitarian
To approve the Personal Action Form for Sanitarian
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Personal Action Form for Sanitarian. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Personal Action Form for Parks &Recreation Director
To approve the Personal Action Form for Parks &Recreation Director
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the Personal Action Form for Parks &Recreation Director Motion: Mr. T. Theodore. Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Appoint Ruth Slattery as Board of Health Department Assistant
To appoint Ruth Slattery as Board of Health Department Assistant
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Ruth Slattery as Board of Health Department Assistant Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Appoint Tristan Cahill as DPW Seasonal New Hires, Part-time, no benefits
To appoint Tristan Cahill as DPW Seasonal New Hires, Part-time, no benefits
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Tristan Cahill as DPW Seasonal New Hires, Part-time, no benefits Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Appoint Robin O'Connell-McCarthy as Conservation Board Secretary
To appoint Robin O'Connell-McCarthy as Conservation Board Secretary
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Robin O'Connell-McCarthy as Conservation Board Secretary Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Appoint Carolyn Floyd as Director of Assessing
To appoint Carolyn Floyd as Director of Assessing
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Carolyn Floyd as Director of Assessing Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the separation form
To approve the separation form
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the separation form. 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 CABI to the Police Department to be utilized for breathing masks...
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 CABI to the Police Department to be utilized for breathing masks for all officers when entering hazardous chemical spills etc
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 CABI to the Police Department to be utilized for breathing masks for all officers when entering hazardous chemical spills etc. 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 Jeff and Beth Erickson for the PRHS 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 Jeff and Beth Erickson for the PRHS Preview Room
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 Jeff and Beth Erickson for the PRHS Preview Room 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 $8000 from Simoni Foundation for the Police Department
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $8000 from Simoni Foundation for the Police Department
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 $8000 from Simoni Foundation for the Police Department 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 $7500 from Simoni Foundation for the 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 of $7500 from Simoni Foundation for the Fire Department
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 $7500 from Simoni Foundation for the Fire Department 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 Chestnut Hill Properties for the 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 of $1000 from Chestnut Hill Properties for the Fire Department
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 Chestnut Hill Properties for the Fire Department Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $2500.00
To approve Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $2500.00
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $2500.00 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deed
To approve Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deed
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deed 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 $10000 from Simoni Foundation for the PRHS 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 $10000 from Simoni Foundation for the PRHS Preview Room
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 $10000 from Simoni Foundation for the PRHS Preview Room. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Award the Contract to The Square Office for Design Services for the Paul Revere Museum of Discovery and Innovation Preview Room
The Board award the Contract to The Square Office for Design Services for the Paul Revere Museum of Discovery and Innovation Preview Room
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board award the Contract to The Square Office for Design Services for the Paul Revere Museum of Discovery and Innovation Preview Room. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Adjourn at 8:30 PM
To adjourn at 8:30 PM
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn at 8:30 PM..”
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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