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April 28, 2020
18 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
Having convened in an open meeting on April 28, 2020, prior to the SOI submission closing date, the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Canton, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and...
Having convened in an open meeting on April 28, 2020, prior to the SOI submission closing date, the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Canton, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, has voted to authorize, the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority the Statement of Interest form dated April 28, 2020 for the William H. Galvin Middle School, which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category (s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future: Priority categories 2, 5 and 7 are consistent with the recently completed master plan and feasibility study and addresses over-crowding, modernization of school facility systems and addresses an obsolete building in order to provide a full range of programs consistent with the district educational vision; and hereby further specifically acknowledges that by submitting this Statement of Interest Form, the Massachusetts School Building Authority in no way quarantees the acceptance or the approval of an application, the awarding of a grant or any other funding commitment from the Massachusetts School Building Authority, or commits the City/Town/Regional School District to filing an application for funding with the Massachusetts School Building Authority
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, that having convened in an open meeting on April 28, 2020, prior to the SOI submission closing date, the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Canton, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, has voted to authorize, the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority the Statement of Interest form dated April 28, 2020 for the William H. Galvin Middle School, which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category (s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future: Priority categories 2, 5 and 7 are consistent with the recently completed master plan and feasibility study and addresses over-crowding, modernization of school facility systems and addresses an obsolete building in order to provide a full range of programs consistent with the district educational vision; and hereby further specifically acknowledges that by submitting this Statement of Interest Form, the Massachusetts School Building Authority in no way quarantees the acceptance or the approval of an application, the awarding of a grant or any other funding commitment from the Massachusetts School Building Authority, or commits the City/Town/Regional School District to filing an application for funding with the Massachusetts School Building Authority, seconded by Selectmen Porter. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Allow a generic placeholder for emergency rental assistance housing for Special Town Meeting
To allow a generic placeholder for emergency rental assistance housing for Special Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, to allow a generic placeholder for emergency rental assistance housing for Special Town Meeting, seconded by Selectmen Porter. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Refer the Zoning Articles to the Planning Board, Selectmen Porter
To refer the Zoning Articles to the Planning Board, Selectmen Porter
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, to refer the Zoning Articles to the Planning Board, Selectmen Porter seconded. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Special Town Meeting Warrant
To approve the Special Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, to approve the Special Town Meeting Warrant, seconded by Selectmen Porter. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Defer this to the May 12, 2020 Meeting, Selectmen Porter
To defer this to the May 12, 2020 Meeting, Selectmen Porter
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, to defer this to the May 12, 2020 Meeting, Selectmen Porter seconded. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms thereof under MGL Ch. 44 section 53A the following donations to the Council on Aging for general use
To accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms thereof under MGL Ch. 44 section 53A the following donations to the Council on Aging for general use
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, to accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms thereof under MGL Ch. 44 section 53A the following donations to the Council on Aging for general use: In memory of William Theodore Mr. and Mrs. Ralph E. Pratt $100.00 In memory of Rose M. Kelliher A.A. MacPherson Co., Inc. $50.00 In memory of Dorothy Hufnagle Beverly Tangvik $50.00 Kathleen Guillot $35.00 Mr. and Mrs. John Henry $50.00 Barbara S. Davis $100.00 Mr. and Mrs. David Zion $50.00 Sandra Glnalski $50.00 Richard J. Snow $150.00 Mary Hufnagle Murray $100.00 seconded by Selectmen Porter. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms thereof under MGL Ch. 44 section 53A the donation from Janet and Dino Susi in the amount of $500 and Joanne Matanes in the...
To accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms thereof under MGL Ch. 44 section 53A the donation from Janet and Dino Susi in the amount of $500 and Joanne Matanes in the amount of $300 to the Canton Fire Department
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, to accept and authorize the use of the gift in accordance with the terms thereof under MGL Ch. 44 section 53A the donation from Janet and Dino Susi in the amount of $500 and Joanne Matanes in the amount of $300 to the Canton Fire Department seconded by Selectmen Porter. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Authorize the Town Planner to go forward with the small business grant application
To authorize the Town Planner to go forward with the small business grant application
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, to authorize the Town Planner to go forward with the small business grant application, seconded by Selectmen Porter. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Go with Option D as outlined by Selectmen Porter and having the ability to revise it before Town Meeting
To go with Option D as outlined by Selectmen Porter and having the ability to revise it before Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, to go with Option D as outlined by Selectmen Porter and having the ability to revise it before Town Meeting, seconded by Selectmen Porter Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Do vote that Town Buildings reopen on May 18, 2020, contingent to the Governor Orders and all Town fields remain closed until June 30, 2020
The Board do vote that Town Buildings reopen on May 18, 2020, contingent to the Governor Orders and all Town fields remain closed until June 30, 2020
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore that the Board do vote that Town Buildings reopen on May 18, 2020, contingent to the Governor Orders and all Town fields remain closed until June 30, 2020, seconded by Selectmen Porter. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
A face covering be used when employees are in the same office and cannot maintain a six foot social distance
A face covering be used when employees are in the same office and cannot maintain a six foot social distance
From the minutes
“Motion made by Selectmen Theodore, that a face covering be used when employees are in the same office and cannot maintain a six foot social distance, seconded by Selectmen Porter Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Buy Selectmen Theodore that the Board accept the deed for Lots 11, 12, 13, 14 including the Revere Street Dam
Buy Selectmen Theodore that the Board accept the deed for Lots 11, 12, 13, 14 including the Revere Street Dam
From the minutes
“Motion was made buy Selectmen Theodore that the Board accept the deed for Lots 11, 12, 13, 14 including the Revere Street Dam, seconded by Selectmen Porter Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (second: Porter)
Approve the Assignment and Assumption Agreement whereby Arista assumes Canton Holdings obligations and designating the Town as a Third Party Beneficiary
The Board approve the Assignment and Assumption Agreement whereby Arista assumes Canton Holdings obligations and designating the Town as a Third Party Beneficiary
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore that the Board approve the Assignment and Assumption Agreement whereby Arista assumes Canton Holdings obligations and designating the Town as a Third Party Beneficiary seconded by Selectmen Porter Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Estoppel Certificate certification of no default by developer
The Board approve the Estoppel Certificate certification of no default by developer
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore that the Board approve the Estoppel Certificate certification of no default by developer, seconded by Selectmen Porter Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Approve the Amendment to sublease between Town of Canton and Northern Spy regarding patio land "sliver use"
The Board approve the Amendment to sublease between Town of Canton and Northern Spy regarding patio land "sliver use"
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore that the Board approve the Amendment to sublease between Town of Canton and Northern Spy regarding patio land "sliver use", seconded by Selectmen Porter Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Has a level of interest in the planning process for the MAPC's Regional Housing Services Office Project and is supportive of the Town Planner to work towards an agreement
The Board has a level of interest in the planning process for the MAPC's Regional Housing Services Office Project and is supportive of the Town Planner to work towards an agreement
Yes: Christopher J. Connolly, Loughran, Porter, TheodoreNo: John J. Connolly
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, that the Board has a level of interest in the planning process for the MAPC's Regional Housing Services Office Project and is supportive of the Town Planner to work towards an agreement, seconded by Selectmen Porter. Roll Call was taken, vote 4-1, Selectmen Connolly opposed Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Opposed Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Use mitigation funds for expenses associated with the generator maintenance and repair at the Fire Department in the amount of $2000
To use mitigation funds for expenses associated with the generator maintenance and repair at the Fire Department in the amount of $2000
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore to use mitigation funds for expenses associated with the generator maintenance and repair at the Fire Department in the amount of $2000, seconded by Selectmen Porter Roll Caii was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)
Adjourn at 7:31 PM
To adjourn at 7:31 PM
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn at 7:31 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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