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Canton Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting

November 9, 2021

32 recorded votes, 0 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 Public Hearing

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board open the Public Hearing

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board open the Public Hearing Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Close the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board close the Public Hearing

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board close the Public Hearing Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the application for a license to store more than three vehicles at 20 North Street made by 20 North Street LLC, Richard J. Augugliaro, Manager, 1196 Canton Ave, Milton, MA 02186

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the application for a license to store more than three vehicles at 20 North Street made by 20 North Street LLC, Richard J. Augugliaro, Manager, 1196 Canton Ave, Milton, MA 02186

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the application for a license to store more than three vehicles at 20 North Street made by 20 North Street LLC, Richard J. Augugliaro, Manager, 1196 Canton Ave, Milton, MA 02186 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Open the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board open the Public Hearing

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board open the Public Hearing Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Close the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board close the Public Hearing

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board close the Public Hearing Motion: Mr, T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Restore parking until Traffic Committee meets again and then implement change when decision is made

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To restore parking until Traffic Committee meets again and then implement change when decision is made

From the minutes

“Motion was made to restore parking until Traffic Committee meets again and then implement change when decision is made Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Allocate up to $15,000 to direct DPW to lay ground work for sewer, water, electrical and use of mitigation

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To allocate up to $15,000 to direct DPW to lay ground work for sewer, water, electrical and use of mitigation

From the minutes

“Motion was made to allocate up to $15,000 to direct DPW to lay ground work for sewer, water, electrical and use of mitigation Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Co-sponsor with the Revere and Son Heritage Trust the CPA application

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Select Board co-sponsor with the Revere and Son Heritage Trust the CPA application

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Select Board co-sponsor with the Revere and Son Heritage Trust the CPA application Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Write a letter of support for the Conservation Committee for the application to the CPC for $25,000 for the Town’s Conservation Land Fund

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Select Board write a letter of support for the Conservation Committee for the application to the CPC for $25,000 for the Town’s Conservation Land Fund

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Select Board write a letter of support for the Conservation Committee for the application to the CPC for $25,000 for the Town’s Conservation Land Fund. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the Election for December 14, 2021 and approve the language that Town Counsel submitted for the debt exclusion

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Election for December 14, 2021 and approve the language that Town Counsel submitted for the debt exclusion

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Election for December 14, 2021 and approve the language that Town Counsel submitted for the debt exclusion Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve Select Board Meeting Schedule for January 2022-June 2022

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve Select Board Meeting Schedule for January 2022-June 2022

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve Select Board Meeting Schedule for January 2022-June 2022 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connoily Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the Application to Obtain a Special License to Serve All Alcohol Beverages at a One-Day Event to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road on July 23, 2022 at 6:30 PM...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Application to Obtain a Special License to Serve All Alcohol Beverages at a One-Day Event to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road on July 23, 2022 at 6:30 PM until July 24, 2022 at 12:30 AM contingent upon Building Commissioner, Police Chief and Fire Chief approval

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Application to Obtain a Special License to Serve All Alcohol Beverages at a One-Day Event to be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Road on July 23, 2022 at 6:30 PM until July 24, 2022 at 12:30 AM contingent upon Building Commissioner, Police Chief and Fire Chief approval Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C, Connoily Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the Application to obtain a special license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day events for Winterlights at Bradley Estates, 2468B Washington St. to be held on November 19, 2021,...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Application to obtain a special license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day events for Winterlights at Bradley Estates, 2468B Washington St. to be held on November 19, 2021, December 7, 2021, December 22, 2021, from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Application to obtain a special license to serve alcoholic beverages at a one-day events for Winterlights at Bradley Estates, 2468B Washington St. to be held on November 19, 2021, December 7, 2021, December 22, 2021, from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner and Fire Chief approval. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the Submission of Sewer Rate Relief Fund Application

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Submission of Sewer Rate Relief Fund Application

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Submission of Sewer Rate Relief Fund Application Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

! move that the Board approve the closure of Memorial Hal! and non-essential offices on November 26, 2021 with use of personal time or vacation time therefore

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board ! move that the Board approve the closure of Memorial Hal! and non-essential offices on November 26, 2021 with use of personal time or vacation time therefore

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board ! move that the Board approve the closure of Memorial Hal! and non-essential offices on November 26, 2021 with use of personal time or vacation time therefore. Motion: Mr, T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the ambulance bill abatement request of a deceased resident in the amount of $1105.75

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the ambulance bill abatement request of a deceased resident in the amount of $1105.75

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the ambulance bill abatement request of a deceased resident in the amount of $1105.75. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Authorize the request to pay the current bills and the remaining FY ’22 Comcast Business phone bills, to be funded from Revolving Fund #142, the Paul Revere Heritage Site Rolling Mill and Open...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board authorize the request to pay the current bills and the remaining FY ’22 Comcast Business phone bills, to be funded from Revolving Fund #142, the Paul Revere Heritage Site Rolling Mill and Open Space Fund

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board authorize the request to pay the current bills and the remaining FY ’22 Comcast Business phone bills, to be funded from Revolving Fund #142, the Paul Revere Heritage Site Rolling Mill and Open Space Fund. Motion: Mr, T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Appoint Nicole Rinnig to the Department of Elder and Human Services Program Coordinator

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board appoint Nicole Rinnig to the Department of Elder and Human Services Program Coordinator

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board appoint Nicole Rinnig to the Department of Elder and Human Services Program Coordinator. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Appoint Ryan Taylor as DPW Heavy Equipment Operator (Sewer Department)

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To appoint Ryan Taylor as DPW Heavy Equipment Operator (Sewer Department)

From the minutes

“Motion was made to appoint Ryan Taylor as DPW Heavy Equipment Operator (Sewer Department) Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Appoint Steve Marshall as School Representative to the Cable Advisory Committee

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board appoint Steve Marshall as School Representative to the Cable Advisory Committee

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board appoint Steve Marshall as School Representative to the Cable Advisory Committee Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Appoint Joyce Stenmon as member of the Cultural Council

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board appoint Joyce Stenmon as member of the Cultural Council

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board appoint Joyce Stenmon as member of the Cultural Council Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C, Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Appoint Lisa Lopez as the Select Board Representative to the Master Plan Implementation Committee

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board appoint Lisa Lopez as the Select Board Representative to the Master Plan Implementation Committee

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board appoint Lisa Lopez as the Select Board Representative to the Master Plan Implementation Committee Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Appoint Melanie Martin as Member to the Canton Diversity Equity Inclusion Committee

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board Appoint Melanie Martin as Member to the Canton Diversity Equity Inclusion Committee

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board Appoint Melanie Martin as Member to the Canton Diversity Equity Inclusion Committee Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Increase the Pine Street Sticker cost from $10.00 to $20.00

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To increase the Pine Street Sticker cost from $10.00 to $20.00

From the minutes

“Motion was made to increase the Pine Street Sticker cost from $10.00 to $20.00 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $3075

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $3075

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $3075 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deeds

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deeds

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deeds Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C, Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the Federal Awards Policy

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Federal Awards Policy

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Federal Awards Policy Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the amended Minutes from the Select Board Meeting on October 12, 2021, correcting to Mr. Scollins presented budget before the Select Board

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the amended Minutes from the Select Board Meeting on October 12, 2021, correcting to Mr. Scollins presented budget before the Select Board

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the amended Minutes from the Select Board Meeting on October 12, 2021, correcting to Mr. Scollins presented budget before the Select Board. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the ARPA funding request from the Board of Health for contact tracing in the amount of $4000

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the ARPA funding request from the Board of Health for contact tracing in the amount of $4000

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the ARPA funding request from the Board of Health for contact tracing in the amount of $4000 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C, Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the request from Canton Holdings that the Town plow Revolution Way and the park side sidewalks from Revere Street to Neponset Street

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the request from Canton Holdings that the Town plow Revolution Way and the park side sidewalks from Revere Street to Neponset Street

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the request from Canton Holdings that the Town plow Revolution Way and the park side sidewalks from Revere Street to Neponset Street Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Go to Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for contract negotiations (Town Administrator); consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, (1860 Washington...

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To go to Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for contract negotiations (Town Administrator); consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, (1860 Washington Street); to conduct collective bargaining sessions (Police negotiations) if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating or bargaining position of the public body

From the minutes

“Motion was made to go to Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for contract negotiations (Town Administrator); consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, (1860 Washington Street); to conduct collective bargaining sessions (Police negotiations) if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating or bargaining position of the public body seconded by Mr. C. Connolly, the Chair declares. Roll Call, 5-0 Mr, J. Connolly Affirmative Ms. L. Lopez Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Adjourn at 7:46 PM

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 7:46 PM

From the minutes

“Motion was made to adjourn at 7:46 PM Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. C. Connolly Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Christopher J. Connolly)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

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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