MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
May 25, 2021
29 recorded votes, 11 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Michael C. Loughran, Lisa R. Lopez, Thomas W. Theodore, Christopher J. Connolly, John J. Connolly
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the nomination of Mr. Mike Loughran for the Chair of the Select Board
To open the nomination of Mr. Mike Loughran for the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. J. Connolly to open the nomination of Mr. Mike Loughran for the Chair of the Select Board, seconded by Mr. Chris Connolly Roll Cail was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (Motion: John J. Connolly, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Close the nomination of Mr. M. Loughran for the Chair of the Select Board
To close the nomination of Mr. M. Loughran for the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. J. Connolly to close the nomination of Mr. M. Loughran for the Chair of the Select Board, seconded by Mr. Chris Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (Motion: John J. Connolly, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Confirm Mr. M. Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board
To confirm Mr. M. Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but the roll call reads: Lisa R. Lopez yes, John J. Connolly yes, Christopher J. Connolly yes, Thomas W. Theodore yes. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. J. Connolly to confirm Mr. M. Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board, seconded by Mr. Chris Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: John J. Connolly, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Open the nomination of Ms. Lisa Lopez for the Vice-Chair of the Select Board
To open the nomination of Ms. Lisa Lopez for the Vice-Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. M. Loughran to open the nomination of Ms. Lisa Lopez for the Vice-Chair of the Select Board, seconded by Mr. Chris Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Close the nomination of Ms. Lisa Lopez for the Vice-Chair of the Select Board
To close the nomination of Ms. Lisa Lopez for the Vice-Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. M. Loughran to close the nomination of Ms. Lisa Lopez for the Vice-Chair of the Select Board, seconded by Mr. Chris Connolly Roll Cali was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly = Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr.T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran — Affirmative.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Confirm, Ms. Lisa Lopez for the Vice-Chair
To confirm, Ms. Lisa Lopez for the Vice-Chair
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. M. Loughran to confirm, Ms. Lisa Lopez for the Vice-Chair seconded by Mr. Chris Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran — Affirmative.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Open the nomination of Mr. Thomas Theodore for the Clerk of the Select Board
To open the nomination of Mr. Thomas Theodore for the Clerk of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. M. Loughran to open the nomination of Mr. Thomas Theodore for the Clerk of the Select Board, seconded by Mr. Chris Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Close the nomination of Mr. Thomas Theodore for the Clerk of the Select Board
To close the nomination of Mr. Thomas Theodore for the Clerk of the Select Board
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but the roll call reads: Lisa R. Lopez yes, John J. Connolly yes, Christopher J. Connolly yes, Thomas W. Theodore yes. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. M. Loughran to close the nomination of Mr. Thomas Theodore for the Clerk of the Select Board, seconded by Mr. Chris Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Confirm, Mr. Thomas Theodore for the Clerk
To confirm, Mr. Thomas Theodore for the Clerk
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. M. Loughran to confirm, Mr. Thomas Theodore for the Clerk seconded by Mr. Chris Connolly Rol! Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J.Connolly Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr.Loughran = Affirmative.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Open the Public Hearing
To open the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, to open the Public Hearing, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran = Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Close the Public Hearing
To close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, to close the Public Hearing, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J.Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr.T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran = Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve that effective July 1, 2021 all Town of Canton water rates be increased by 6%; and also move that effective July 1, 2021 all Town of Canton sewer rates be increased by 2%
Board approve that effective July 1, 2021 all Town of Canton water rates be increased by 6%; and also move that effective July 1, 2021 all Town of Canton sewer rates be increased by 2%
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore that Board approve that effective July 1, 2021 all Town of Canton water rates be increased by 6%; and also move that effective July 1, 2021 all Town of Canton sewer rates be increased by 2%, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve a permit for movie filming at 40 Revere St. and Chrissie’s Bridal Shop to J. Peter Gonzalez and further that an insurance certificate in amounts standard to the Town be provided by the...
The Board approve a permit for movie filming at 40 Revere St. and Chrissie’s Bridal Shop to J. Peter Gonzalez and further that an insurance certificate in amounts standard to the Town be provided by the applicant, contingent on Police and Fire Chief approval and the $500 donation to the town to an identified charity
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board approve a permit for movie filming at 40 Revere St. and Chrissie’s Bridal Shop to J. Peter Gonzalez and further that an insurance certificate in amounts standard to the Town be provided by the applicant, contingent on Police and Fire Chief approval and the $500 donation to the town to an identified charity, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran = Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Resume the Senior Tax Program on June 15, 2021
The Board resume the Senior Tax Program on June 15, 2021
The roll call lists a member twice. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board resume the Senior Tax Program on June 15, 2021, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Rol! Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran = Affirmative Motion made by Mr. Theodore, to end state of emergency in Town of Canton, related to Covid in Canton, to end on June 15, 2021, seconded by Mr. C. Connally, Rol} Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly — Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr.T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran — Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
End state of emergency in Town of Canton, related to Covid in Canton, to end on June 15, 2021
To end state of emergency in Town of Canton, related to Covid in Canton, to end on June 15, 2021
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Theodore, to end state of emergency in Town of Canton, related to Covid in Canton, to end on June 15, 2021, seconded by Mr. C. Connally,.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the application for Common Victualler License for Starbucks, 1 Washington St
The Board approve the application for Common Victualler License for Starbucks, 1 Washington St
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board approve the application for Common Victualler License for Starbucks, 1 Washington St., seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Authorize the Hazardous Waste Day notification flyer to be added to July 1 Tax Bill mailing
The Board Authorize the Hazardous Waste Day notification flyer to be added to July 1 Tax Bill mailing
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr.Theodore, that the Board Authorize the Hazardous Waste Day notification flyer to be added to July 1 Tax Bill mailing, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran = Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint Dana Tate and Patrick McCarthy as Heavy Equipment Operators
The Board appoint Dana Tate and Patrick McCarthy as Heavy Equipment Operators
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board appoint Dana Tate and Patrick McCarthy as Heavy Equipment Operators, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms, L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran — Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint the Summer Seasonal Workers for Parks and Recreation as recommended by Human Resource Director
The Board appoint the Summer Seasonal Workers for Parks and Recreation as recommended by Human Resource Director
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board appoint the Summer Seasonal Workers for Parks and Recreation as recommended by Human Resource Director,.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve the Livery License for the Right Ride, LLC
The Board approve the Livery License for the Right Ride, LLC
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board approve the Livery License for the Right Ride, LLC, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran — Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint Tim Calabrese as a Member to the Sustainability Committee
The Board appoint Tim Calabrese as a Member to the Sustainability Committee
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board appoint Tim Calabrese as a Member to the Sustainability Committee, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L, Lopez Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr.T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran — Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint: James Galanis as Police Representative, Debra MacDonald as School Secretary Representative, Tamra Stock as AFSCME Representative, Robert Collins as Fire Department Representative, Yan Yii...
The Board appoint: James Galanis as Police Representative, Debra MacDonald as School Secretary Representative, Tamra Stock as AFSCME Representative, Robert Collins as Fire Department Representative, Yan Yii as School Teachers Representative to the Health Insurance Advisory Committee
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board appoint: James Galanis as Police Representative, Debra MacDonald as School Secretary Representative, Tamra Stock as AFSCME Representative, Robert Collins as Fire Department Representative, Yan Yii as School Teachers Representative to the Health Insurance Advisory Committee, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr.T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint: Jennifer Caplain as Member to the Diversity, Equity, inclusion Committee
The Board appoint: Jennifer Caplain as Member to the Diversity, Equity, inclusion Committee
The roll call lists a member twice. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board appoint: Jennifer Caplain as Member to the Diversity, Equity, inclusion Committee, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr, J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board appoint: Joseph Veneto (Member at large} ; Michael Loughran (Select Board Rep Alternate); Robert Maddestra (Member at large Alternate); Jill B. Juran (Member at large alternate) as Members to the Traffic Committee, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Ro]! Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran — Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Appoint: Joseph Veneto (Member at large} ; Michael Loughran (Select Board Rep Alternate); Robert Maddestra (Member at large Alternate); Jill B. Juran (Member at large alternate) as Members to the...
The Board appoint: Joseph Veneto (Member at large} ; Michael Loughran (Select Board Rep Alternate); Robert Maddestra (Member at large Alternate); Jill B. Juran (Member at large alternate) as Members to the Traffic Committee
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board appoint: Joseph Veneto (Member at large} ; Michael Loughran (Select Board Rep Alternate); Robert Maddestra (Member at large Alternate); Jill B. Juran (Member at large alternate) as Members to the Traffic Committee, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Award the SERSG FY 22 Water & Sewer Treatment Chemicals and DPW Supplies Contracts
The Board award the SERSG FY 22 Water & Sewer Treatment Chemicals and DPW Supplies Contracts
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but the roll call reads: Lisa R. Lopez yes, John J. Connolly yes, Christopher J. Connolly yes. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board award the SERSG FY 22 Water & Sewer Treatment Chemicals and DPW Supplies Contracts, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, 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 $1000.00 from Victor Del Vecchio and Lisa Lopez to the Department of Elder...
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 $1000.00 from Victor Del Vecchio and Lisa Lopez to the Department of Elder and Human Services
Yes: Christopher J. Connolly, John J. Connolly, Loughran, TheodoreAbstained: Lopez
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, 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 $1000.00 from Victor Del Vecchio and Lisa Lopez to the Department of Elder and Human Services, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 4-0-1 Ms. L. Lopez Abstain Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran = Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Approve: Minutes from the Select Board Meeting of April 13, 2021
The Board Approve: Minutes from the Select Board Meeting of April 13, 2021
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but the roll call reads: Lisa R. Lopez yes, John J. Connolly yes, Christopher J. Connolly yes, Thomas W. Theodore yes. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Theodore, that the Board Approve: Minutes from the Select Board Meeting of April 13, 2021, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Go into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate (Billboard); to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (AEA, Fire, Personal Service...
To go into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate (Billboard); to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (AEA, Fire, Personal Service Contracts); 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 into Executive Session to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate (Billboard); to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (AEA, Fire, Personal Service Contracts); if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating and litigating position of the public body, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Cail was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. Loughran — Affirmative.” (second: Christopher J. Connolly)
Adjourn at 7:15 PM
To adjourn at 7:15 PM
The minutes give the count as 5-0, but the roll call reads: Lisa R. Lopez yes, John J. Connolly yes, Christopher J. Connolly yes, Thomas W. Theodore yes. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn at 7:15 PM, seconded by Mr. C. Connolly Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr.J. Connolly Affirmative Mr.C. Connolly Affirmative Mr.T. Theodore Affirmative.” (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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