MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
January 10, 2023
27 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: John J. Connolly, Thomas W. Theodore, Michael C. Loughran
Absent: Lisa R. Lopez, Christopher J. Connolly
During the meeting:
- The Chair noted that members Lisa Lopez and Chris Connolly were not in attendance.
Every vote, in order
Open the Public Hearing
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. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Close the Public Hearing
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. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve the application for the Transfer of a Section 12 Liquor License from Neponset Cafe, Inc. to WKB Inc. dba Elsie's Table located at 497 Washington St., Canton, MA and approve the Common...
The Board approve the application for the Transfer of a Section 12 Liquor License from Neponset Cafe, Inc. to WKB Inc. dba Elsie's Table located at 497 Washington St., Canton, MA and approve the Common Victualler, Entertainment and Sunday Entertainment licenses
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the application for the Transfer of a Section 12 Liquor License from Neponset Cafe, Inc. to WKB Inc. dba Elsie's Table located at 497 Washington St., Canton, MA and approve the Common Victualler, Entertainment and Sunday Entertainment licenses. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Endorse the project as described
To endorse the project as described
From the minutes
“Motion was made to endorse the project as described. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Open the Public Hearing
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. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Close the Public Hearing
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. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Suspend the liquor license for a term of 10 days, dates to be determined by the Select Board Chair and Town Administrator
The Board suspend the liquor license for a term of 10 days, dates to be determined by the Select Board Chair and Town Administrator
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board suspend the liquor license for a term of 10 days, dates to be determined by the Select Board Chair and Town Administrator Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve $5000 from the Saint Gerard Acquisition account
The Board approve $5000 from the Saint Gerard Acquisition account
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve $5000 from the Saint Gerard Acquisition account Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Refer the Zoning articles to the Planning Board
The Board refer the Zoning articles to the Planning Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board refer the Zoning articles to the Planning Board Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve the common victualler license for Voios Hospitality Inc., dba Stone L'Oven
The Board approve the common victualler license for Voios Hospitality Inc., dba Stone L'Oven
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the common victualler license for Voios Hospitality Inc., dba Stone L'Oven Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve: renewal of a Class 11 Used Car Dealership license for SL Auto Group LLC, 35 Industrial Drive
The Board approve: renewal of a Class 11 Used Car Dealership license for SL Auto Group LLC, 35 Industrial Drive
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve: renewal of a Class 11 Used Car Dealership license for SL Auto Group LLC, 35 Industrial Drive Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve the Firefighters contract for FY22-FY24
The Board approve the Firefighters contract for FY22-FY24
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Firefighters contract for FY22-FY24 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve the updated PAP for Highway Supervisor
The Board approve the updated PAP for Highway Supervisor
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the updated PAP for Highway Supervisor Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve the Seasonal staff PAF
The Board approve the Seasonal staff PAF
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Seasonal staff PAF Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve the StormWater Policy and Operations Manager job description
The Board approve the StormWater Policy and Operations Manager job description
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the StormWater Policy and Operations Manager job description Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve the Application to Obtain a Special License to Serve wine and malt beverages at a One -Day Event for the Friends of the Canton Public Library, to be held at 786 Washington St. on February...
The Board Approve the Application to Obtain a Special License to Serve wine and malt beverages at a One -Day Event for the Friends of the Canton Public Library, to be held at 786 Washington St. on February 4, 2023 from 7:00 PM until 10:30 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner, Police Chief and Fire Chief approval and certificate of insurance for Friends of the Library naming the town as additionally insured
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Approve the Application to Obtain a Special License to Serve wine and malt beverages at a One -Day Event for the Friends of the Canton Public Library, to be held at 786 Washington St. on February 4, 2023 from 7:00 PM until 10:30 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner, Police Chief and Fire Chief approval and certificate of insurance for Friends of the Library naming the town as additionally insured Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Appoint Noel Barbosa as Special Heavy Equipment Operator
The Board appoint Noel Barbosa as Special Heavy Equipment Operator
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint Noel Barbosa as Special Heavy Equipment Operator Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Accept and Authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A; the donation of $1,000 from Marilyn and Harold March to the Fire Department
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 $1,000 from Marilyn and Harold March to the Fire Department
From the minutes
“Motion was made 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 $1,000 from Marilyn and Harold March to the Fire Department Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Accept and Authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A; the donation of $1,000 from Marilyn and Harold March to the Police Department
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 $1,000 from Marilyn and Harold March to the Police Department
From the minutes
“Motion was made 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 $1,000 from Marilyn and Harold March to the Police Department Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Accept and Authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A; the donation of $1500 from Boston Mutual to the Police Department
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 $1500 from Boston Mutual to the Police Department
From the minutes
“Motion was made 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 $1500 from Boston Mutual to the Police Department Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Accept and Authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A; the donation of $1500 from Boston Mutual to the Fire Department
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 $1500 from Boston Mutual to the Fire Department
From the minutes
“Motion was made 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 $1500 from Boston Mutual to the Fire Department Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Accept and Authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A; the donation of $62,500 from Outfront Media
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 $62,500 from Outfront Media
From the minutes
“Motion was made 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 $62,500 from Outfront Media Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Disband: the Paul Revere Heritage Commission
The Board disband: the Paul Revere Heritage Commission
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board disband: the Paul Revere Heritage Commission Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $2975.00
The Board approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $2975.00
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $2975.00 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deed
The Board approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deed
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deed Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second. Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
Approve: Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of December 6, 2022, December 20, 2022
The Board approve: Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of December 6, 2022, December 20, 2022
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve: Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of December 6, 2022, December 20, 2022 Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote 3-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Loughran)
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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