MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
September 8, 2020
21 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: John J. Connolly, Michael C. Loughran, Mark J. Porter, Christopher J. Connolly, Lisa R. Lopez
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the public hearing
To open the public hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter to open the public hearing, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. 1. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative M r. M. Porter Affirmative M r. M. Loughran Affirmative M r. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made to close the hearing, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative M r. C. Connolly Affirmative M r. M. Porter Affirmative M r. M. Loughran Affirmative M r. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the application for Change of Manager and Alteration of Premises on the Section 12 License held by Milton Hoosic Country Club, 70 Greenlodge Street, Canton
The Board approve the application for Change of Manager and Alteration of Premises on the Section 12 License held by Milton Hoosic Country Club, 70 Greenlodge Street, Canton
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter that the Board approve the application for Change of Manager and Alteration of Premises on the Section 12 License held by Milton Hoosic Country Club, 70 Greenlodge Street, Canton, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote S-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. 1. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
The proposed project does not conflict with the existing preservation restriction except for the 4 conditions, the equipment should be painted white, or be housed in white materials so as to blend...
The proposed project does not conflict with the existing preservation restriction except for the 4 conditions, the equipment should be painted white, or be housed in white materials so as to blend in with the interior walls of the belfry; the equipment shall be covered with a material intended to improve antenna signal reception and transmission, but should in noway impact the visual representation of the exterior architectural elements of the tower, belfry or spire; The equipment on the ground should be protected from view by a wooden fence (as opposed to vinyl shown on the plans) and there needs to be a provision for maintenance of the same. The proximity to the Canton Corner Cemetery is such that wood is preferred over vinyl; the plans indicate that all cables and power are hidden within the structure. We encourage that this remain the case
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the proposed project does not conflict with the existing preservation restriction except for the 4 conditions, the equipment should be painted white, or be housed in white materials so as to blend in with the interior walls of the belfry; the equipment shall be covered with a material intended to improve antenna signal reception and transmission, but should in noway impact the visual representation of the exterior architectural elements of the tower, belfry or spire; The equipment on the ground should be protected from view by a wooden fence (as opposed to vinyl shown on the plans) and there needs to be a provision for maintenance of the same. The proximity to the Canton Corner Cemetery is such that wood is preferred over vinyl; the plans indicate that all cables and power are hidden within the structure. We encourage that this remain the case, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative M r. M. Porter Affirmative M r. M. Loughran Affirmative M r. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Give to the Chief of Police the authority to resolve the geese issue
To give to the Chief of Police the authority to resolve the geese issue
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter to give to the Chief of Police the authority to resolve the geese issue, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
The Town Administrator be authorized to sign the Green Communities Grant on behalf of the Select Board
The Town Administrator be authorized to sign the Green Communities Grant on behalf of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the Town Administrator be authorized to sign the Green Communities Grant on behalf of the Select Board, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative M r. M. Loughran Affirmative M r. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Do vote to amend the lease between the Town and the American Legion Edward 1. Beatty Post 24 and the Town of Canton acting through the Select Board only for the period of September 1, 2020 to June...
The Board do vote to amend the lease between the Town and the American Legion Edward 1. Beatty Post 24 and the Town of Canton acting through the Select Board only for the period of September 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 whereby the following services will be provided by the Town: Pest control, Electricity, Propane, Alarm Services, Trash Disposal, Telephone, Mowing, Water & Sewer service, all not to exceed $2500 per month, to be funded through mitigation funds (Brightview Fund) and that an article be placed on the next Town Meeting Warrant to fund Veterans' Quarters on an annual basis
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the Board do vote to amend the lease between the Town and the American Legion Edward 1. Beatty Post 24 and the Town of Canton acting through the Select Board only for the period of September 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 whereby the following services will be provided by the Town: Pest control, Electricity, Propane, Alarm Services, Trash Disposal, Telephone, Mowing, Water & Sewer service, all not to exceed $2500 per month, to be funded through mitigation funds (Brightview Fund) and that an article be placed on the next Town Meeting Warrant to fund Veterans' Quarters on an annual basis, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the Second Amendment to Lease Agreement for the Revere Rolling Mill and Revere Barn
To Approve the Second Amendment to Lease Agreement for the Revere Rolling Mill and Revere Barn
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter to Approve the Second Amendment to Lease Agreement for the Revere Rolling Mill and Revere Barn, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter)
Approve the PAF for the Board of Health Part-Time Public Health Nurse,ludith Raleigh
The Board approve the PAF for the Board of Health Part-Time Public Health Nurse,ludith Raleigh
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter that the Board approve the PAF for the Board of Health Part-Time Public Health Nurse,ludith Raleigh, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative M r. C. Connolly Affirmative M r. M. Porter Affirmative M r. M. Loughran Affirmative M r. 1. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint Kristin Mirliani as the School Committee Representative to the Canton Community Preservation Committee, subject to receipt of School Committee Minutes confirming that recommendation
The Board appoint Kristin Mirliani as the School Committee Representative to the Canton Community Preservation Committee, subject to receipt of School Committee Minutes confirming that recommendation
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter that the Board appoint Kristin Mirliani as the School Committee Representative to the Canton Community Preservation Committee, subject to receipt of School Committee Minutes confirming that recommendation, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative M r. C. Connolly Affirmative M r. M. Porter Affirmative M r. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 to the Park and Recreation Department from Canton Area Helpline in...
The Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 to the Park and Recreation Department from Canton Area Helpline in memory of Betty Lethin
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $5000 to the Park and Recreation Department from Canton Area Helpline in memory of Betty Lethin, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote S-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Authorize use mitigation funds, up to $8000 from the University Station Account, for the flashing light at York Street and Randolph Street
The Board authorize use mitigation funds, up to $8000 from the University Station Account, for the flashing light at York Street and Randolph Street
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the Board authorize use mitigation funds, up to $8000 from the University Station Account, for the flashing light at York Street and Randolph Street, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Amend the initial approval of the use of mitigation funds for the Bailey Street cul de sac study from Stantec Consulting Services by $1000
The Board amend the initial approval of the use of mitigation funds for the Bailey Street cul de sac study from Stantec Consulting Services by $1000
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the Board amend the initial approval of the use of mitigation funds for the Bailey Street cul de sac study from Stantec Consulting Services by $1000, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the DPW Work Schedule year round full time hours. January -December, Monday -Thursday lam - 4pm and Friday lam - 1pm
The Board approve the DPW Work Schedule year round full time hours. January -December, Monday -Thursday lam - 4pm and Friday lam - 1pm
Yes: Christopher J. Connolly, John J. Connolly, Lopez, PorterAbstained: Loughran
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the Board approve the DPW Work Schedule year round full time hours. January -December, Monday -Thursday lam - 4pm and Friday lam - 1pm, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 4-0-1 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Abstain M r. 1. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the recommendations of the Town Human Resource Director
The Board approve the recommendations of the Town Human Resource Director
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the Board approve the recommendations of the Town Human Resource Director, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. 1. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve: Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $2562.50
The Board approve: Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $2562.50
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the Board approve: Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $2562.50, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote S-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the Cemetery Lot-Perpetual Care Deed
The Board approve the Cemetery Lot-Perpetual Care Deed
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the Board approve the Cemetery Lot-Perpetual Care Deed, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve Minutes from the Select Board Meetings on June 9, 2020 and July 7, 2020
The Board approve Minutes from the Select Board Meetings on June 9, 2020 and July 7, 2020
The roll call lists a member twice. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter that the Board approve Minutes from the Select Board Meetings on June 9, 2020 and July 7, 2020, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 for June 9, 2020 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative M r. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative M r. M. Loughran Affirmative M r. J. Connolly Affirmative Roll Call was taken, vote 4-0-1 for July 7, 2020 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative M r. C. Connolly Affirmative M r. M. Porter Affirmative M r. M. Loughran Affirmative M r. J. Connolly Abstain.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Authorize the Memorandum of Understanding for the Every Student Succeeds Act Transportation Claiming which allows the district to submit for partial reimbursement of transportation for homeless...
The Board authorize the Memorandum of Understanding for the Every Student Succeeds Act Transportation Claiming which allows the district to submit for partial reimbursement of transportation for homeless students
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, that the Board authorize the Memorandum of Understanding for the Every Student Succeeds Act Transportation Claiming which allows the district to submit for partial reimbursement of transportation for homeless students, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative M r. C. Connolly Affirmative M r. M. Porter Affirmative M r. M. Loughran Affirmative M r. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Amy's Quick Pick vs Town of Canton Board of Health) and with respect to litigation (Appellate Tax Board), to discuss...
The Board go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Amy's Quick Pick vs Town of Canton Board of Health) and with respect to litigation (Appellate Tax Board), to discuss strategy to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate (Leasing Cell Sites) if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and litigating position of the public body, the Chair so declares
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr, Porter, that the Board go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Amy's Quick Pick vs Town of Canton Board of Health) and with respect to litigation (Appellate Tax Board), to discuss strategy to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate (Leasing Cell Sites) if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and litigating position of the public body, the Chair so declares. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative M r. C. Connolly Affirmative M r. M. Porter Affirmative M r. M. Loughran Affirmative M r. J. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter)
Adjourn at 6:55 PM
To adjourn at 6:55 PM
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Porter to adjourn at 6:55 PM, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr.1. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Porter, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
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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