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January 14, 2020
32 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
Reopen the Public Hearing from December 17, 2019 regarding proposed amendments to Paul Revere Site Development Agreement and to open the hearing dated January 14, 2020, as previously read above
The Board reopen the Public Hearing from December 17, 2019 regarding proposed amendments to Paul Revere Site Development Agreement and to open the hearing dated January 14, 2020, as previously read above
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board reopen the Public Hearing from December 17, 2019 regarding proposed amendments to Paul Revere Site Development Agreement and to open the hearing dated January 14, 2020, as previously read above. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Close the public hearing
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)
The Board, subject to final review of Town Counsel, approve changes to the Development Agreement relative to the uses of Lots 8 & 9, and the changes to the number of townhouse units, garden style...
The Board, subject to final review of Town Counsel, approve changes to the Development Agreement relative to the uses of Lots 8 & 9, and the changes to the number of townhouse units, garden style units on lot 5 and the number of garden style units on lot 8 or 9, as detailed in a document entitled "Fifth Amendment to First Amended and Restated Development Agreement" between the Town and Canton Holdings, LLC
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board, subject to final review of Town Counsel, approve changes to the Development Agreement relative to the uses of Lots 8 & 9, and the changes to the number of townhouse units, garden style units on lot 5 and the number of garden style units on lot 8 or 9, as detailed in a document entitled "Fifth Amendment to First Amended and Restated Development Agreement" between the Town and Canton Holdings, LLC. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Support the new language as amended
To support the new language as amended
From the minutes
“Motion was made to support the new language as amended. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve $25,000 from American Outdoor Advertising to the traffic mitigation fund
The Board of Selectmen approve $25,000 from American Outdoor Advertising to the traffic mitigation fund
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board of Selectmen approve $25,000 from American Outdoor Advertising to the traffic mitigation fund. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Refer the zoning articles to the Planning Board
To refer the zoning articles to the Planning Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to refer the zoning articles to the Planning Board. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Send a letter to Toll Bros. Inc. assuring that the Board is not aware of any impediments to connecting the subdivision known as Stillwater Estates to town water &sewer systems provided all...
The Board send a letter to Toll Bros. Inc. assuring that the Board is not aware of any impediments to connecting the subdivision known as Stillwater Estates to town water &sewer systems provided all comments from Engineering are addressed
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board send a letter to Toll Bros. Inc. assuring that the Board is not aware of any impediments to connecting the subdivision known as Stillwater Estates to town water &sewer systems provided all comments from Engineering are addressed. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Do authorize the Chairman to execute the Housing Choice Grant documents
The Board do authorize the Chairman to execute the Housing Choice Grant documents
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board do authorize the Chairman to execute the Housing Choice Grant documents. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the contract documents for disability access improvements at the Crawford field
The Board approve the contract documents for disability access improvements at the Crawford field
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the contract documents for disability access improvements at the Crawford field Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Award the SERSG DPW Services Contracts for 2/1/2020-1/31/2020
The Board award the SERSG DPW Services Contracts for 2/1/2020-1/31/2020
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board award the SERSG DPW Services Contracts for 2/1/2020-1/31/2020 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Entertainment License for The Blanc, 480 Neponset St, 11B1
The Board approve the Entertainment License for The Blanc, 480 Neponset St, 11B1
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Entertainment License for The Blanc, 480 Neponset St, 11B1 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Letter of Support for T in Bloom project
The Board approve the Letter of Support for T in Bloom project
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Letter of Support for T in Bloom project Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve: application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event at Trillium, 100 Royall St. to be held January 30, 2020 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM contingent upon...
To approve: application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event at Trillium, 100 Royall St. to be held January 30, 2020 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve: application to obtain a (special) license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day event at Trillium, 100 Royall St. to be held January 30, 2020 from 4:00 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)
Appoint Randy Scollins as a member to the following: Water/Sewer Rate Policy Committee; Custodian of Tax Title; Health Insurance Advisory Committee; Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan...
To appoint Randy Scollins as a member to the following: Water/Sewer Rate Policy Committee; Custodian of Tax Title; Health Insurance Advisory Committee; Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan Committee
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Randy Scollins as a member to the following: Water/Sewer Rate Policy Committee; Custodian of Tax Title; Health Insurance Advisory Committee; Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan Committee Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Appoint_Eunice Cohen, Anita Potts, Dorothy Mazzola, Christine Ponte, Rhonda MacFarland, Lorraine Mitchell, Susan Pepin, Florence Ramonas, Patricia Chane as Election Workers
To appoint_Eunice Cohen, Anita Potts, Dorothy Mazzola, Christine Ponte, Rhonda MacFarland, Lorraine Mitchell, Susan Pepin, Florence Ramonas, Patricia Chane as Election Workers
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint_Eunice Cohen, Anita Potts, Dorothy Mazzola, Christine Ponte, Rhonda MacFarland, Lorraine Mitchell, Susan Pepin, Florence Ramonas, Patricia Chane as Election Workers Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve: PAF Assistant to Director of Assessing
To Vote to approve: PAF Assistant to Director of Assessing
From the minutes
“Motion was made to Vote to approve: PAF Assistant to Director of Assessing 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 $18750.00 from Outfront Media
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $18750.00 from Outfront Media
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 $18750.00 from Outfront Media 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 $100.00 from Maggie Rubenacker and Mary Cook to the Fire Department to offset...
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $100.00 from Maggie Rubenacker and Mary Cook to the Fire Department to offset the cost of fire safety training
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 $100.00 from Maggie Rubenacker and Mary Cook to the Fire Department to offset the cost of fire safety training 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 $500.00 from Pulse Systems to the Fire Department for firefighter safety training
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $500.00 from Pulse Systems to the Fire Department for firefighter safety training
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 $500.00 from Pulse Systems to the Fire Department for firefighter safety training 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 $1000.00 from Mrs. Kathleen Szymanski to the Senior Center
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $1000.00 from Mrs. Kathleen Szymanski to the Senior 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 $1000.00 from Mrs. Kathleen Szymanski to the Senior 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 to CAASA for the Serenity Garden the following donations: $100 from Priscilla...
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation to CAASA for the Serenity Garden the following donations: $100 from Priscilla Lourenco; $100 from Cynthia McDonough
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 to CAASA for the Serenity Garden the following donations: $100 from Priscilla Lourenco; $100 from Cynthia McDonough 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 $100.00 from Janet Pratt 1989 Rev. trust in memory of William Theodore to the...
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $100.00 from Janet Pratt 1989 Rev. trust in memory of William Theodore to the Canton Parks and Recreation 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 $100.00 from Janet Pratt 1989 Rev. trust in memory of William Theodore to the Canton Parks and Recreation 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 u nder MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $815.94 from Canton Playgrounds Association
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of u nder MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $815.94 from Canton Playgrounds Association
From the minutes
“Motion was made to accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of u nder MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $815.94 from Canton Playgrounds Association 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 $2500.00 from Celebration for Kids-Rodman Ride for Kids to the Police...
To accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $2500.00 from Celebration for Kids-Rodman Ride for Kids to the Police Department general fund
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 $2500.00 from Celebration for Kids-Rodman Ride for Kids to the Police Department general fund Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Deny the request for the waiver
To deny the request for the waiver
From the minutes
“Motion was made to deny the request for the waiver Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $1125.00
To approve Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $1125.00
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $1125.00 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve Water and Sewer Commitments Final Bills $21,896.90
To approve Water and Sewer Commitments Final Bills $21,896.90
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve Water and Sewer Commitments Final Bills $21,896.90 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve Water and Sewer Commitments Residential $4,145,340.86
To approve Water and Sewer Commitments Residential $4,145,340.86
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve Water and Sewer Commitments Residential $4,145,340.86 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve minutes from Board of Selectmen Meetings, October 29, 2019, November 12, 2019, November 19, 2019, December 3, 2019
To approve minutes from Board of Selectmen Meetings, October 29, 2019, November 12, 2019, November 19, 2019, December 3, 2019
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve minutes from Board of Selectmen Meetings, October 29, 2019, November 12, 2019, November 19, 2019, December 3, 2019 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
For SPS to work the Dedham Street Project on the holiday, Monday, January 20, 2020
For SPS to work the Dedham Street Project on the holiday, Monday, January 20, 2020
From the minutes
“Motion was made for SPS to work the Dedham Street Project on the holiday, Monday, January 20, 2020 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (health insurance premium payments) if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on...
To go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (health insurance premium payments) 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 to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (health insurance premium payments) 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 and each answered in the affirmative. M r. Loughran: Affirmative M r. J. Connolly: Affirmative M r. Porter: Affirmative M r. Theodore: Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly: Affirmative.”
Adjourn at 7:39 PM
To adjourn at 7:39 PM
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn at 7:39 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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