MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
January 23, 2024
21 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Thomas W. Theodore, John J. Connolly, Michael C. Loughran, Christopher M. Albert, John R. McCourt
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Superior Officers, IAFF-Fire Union) if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position...
To go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Superior Officers, IAFF-Fire Union) if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares
From the minutes
“Motion was made to go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Superior Officers, IAFF-Fire Union) if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares Roll call vote 5-0 Mr. C. Albert Affirmative Mr. J, Connolly Affirmative Mr. J. McCourt Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative.”
Resume open meeting at 7:01 PM
To resume open meeting at 7:01 PM
From the minutes
“Motion made to resume open meeting at 7:01 PM Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: McCourt)
Reuse the $40,000 of ARPA Funds that were previously allocated for restaurant week and redirect them to Neponset River Regional Chamber and the Town Planner for the project as presented
The Board vote to reuse the $40,000 of ARPA Funds that were previously allocated for restaurant week and redirect them to Neponset River Regional Chamber and the Town Planner for the project as presented
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board vote to reuse the $40,000 of ARPA Funds that were previously allocated for restaurant week and redirect them to Neponset River Regional Chamber and the Town Planner for the project as presented Motion: Mr. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Authorize the Town Administrator to be the decision -maker regarding the voluntary percentage and type of renewable energy credits to be included in the Canton Electricity Choice program...
The Board authorize the Town Administrator to be the decision -maker regarding the voluntary percentage and type of renewable energy credits to be included in the Canton Electricity Choice program consistent with the Mass DPU's approved aggregation plan
Yes: Albert, Loughran, TheodoreNo: John J. Connolly, McCourt
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board authorize the Town Administrator to be the decision -maker regarding the voluntary percentage and type of renewable energy credits to be included in the Canton Electricity Choice program consistent with the Mass DPU's approved aggregation plan Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. C. Albert Vote: 3-2 (Mr. J. Connolly and Mr. J. McCourt opposed).” (Motion: Loughran, second: Albert)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the applicable electricity supply contract on behalf of the Canton Electricity Choice Program
The Board authorize the Town Administrator to sign the applicable electricity supply contract on behalf of the Canton Electricity Choice Program
Yes: Albert, Loughran, TheodoreNo: John J. Connolly, McCourt
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board authorize the Town Administrator to sign the applicable electricity supply contract on behalf of the Canton Electricity Choice Program Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 3-2 (Mr. J. Connolly and Mr. J. McCourt opposed).” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
The authorized the Paul Revere Trust Fund Budget #142 be used as a match for a state grant in an amount not to exceed $200,000
The authorized the Paul Revere Trust Fund Budget #142 be used as a match for a state grant in an amount not to exceed $200,000
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the authorized the Paul Revere Trust Fund Budget #142 be used as a match for a state grant in an amount not to exceed $200,000 Motion: Mr. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Authorize Town Counsel's office to respond to the complaint regarding open meeting violations
The Board authorize Town Counsel's office to respond to the complaint regarding open meeting violations
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board authorize Town Counsel's office to respond to the complaint regarding open meeting violations Motion: Mr. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve: the Application to Obtain a Special License to Serve Wine and Ma It Beverages at One -Day Events to be held for The Milton Players, located at 3 Randolph St., Canton, on February 2, 2024;...
The Board Approve: the Application to Obtain a Special License to Serve Wine and Ma It Beverages at One -Day Events to be held for The Milton Players, located at 3 Randolph St., Canton, on February 2, 2024; February 3, 2024; February 9, 2024; February 10, 2024 at 8:00 PM 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 Wine and Ma It Beverages at One -Day Events to be held for The Milton Players, located at 3 Randolph St., Canton, on February 2, 2024; February 3, 2024; February 9, 2024; February 10, 2024 at 8:00 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner, Police Chief and Fire Chief approval Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Appoint: Crossing Guard-Bourjolly Genisca
The Board Appoint: Crossing Guard-Bourjolly Genisca
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Appoint: Crossing Guard-Bourjolly Genisca Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Appoint: Library Page -Lisa Quinn, William Gong-Harjula, and Sagy Sobhy
The Board Appoint: Library Page -Lisa Quinn, William Gong-Harjula, and Sagy Sobhy
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Appoint: Library Page -Lisa Quinn, William Gong-Harjula, and Sagy Sobhy Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve: PAF for Part-time Board of Health Nurse-Maeve Moore, contingent upon the Board of Health approving this appointment
The Board Approve: PAF for Part-time Board of Health Nurse-Maeve Moore, contingent upon the Board of Health approving this appointment
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Approve: PAF for Part-time Board of Health Nurse-Maeve Moore, contingent upon the Board of Health approving this appointment. Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve: PAF for Director of Facilities and Grounds -Brian Lynch
The Board Approve: PAF for Director of Facilities and Grounds -Brian Lynch
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Approve: PAF for Director of Facilities and Grounds -Brian Lynch, Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve: Appointment of Sick Bank Committee member, Susan Musto
The Board Approve: Appointment of Sick Bank Committee member, Susan Musto
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Approve: Appointment of Sick Bank Committee member, Susan Musto Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Accept and Authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the following donations in memory of Kay Tumiski to the Department of Elder and Human...
The Board Accept and Authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the following donations in memory of Kay Tumiski to the Department of Elder and Human Services: $25.00 from Patricia Jordan; $50.00 from Philip Baimas; $100.00 from Louis and Marlene Veno; $150.00 from The O'Donnell Family; $25 from Shirley Lerner Nicholson; $50.00 from Richard J. Hagerty
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 following donations in memory of Kay Tumiski to the Department of Elder and Human Services: $25.00 from Patricia Jordan; $50.00 from Philip Baimas; $100.00 from Louis and Marlene Veno; $150.00 from The O'Donnell Family; $25 from Shirley Lerner Nicholson; $50.00 from Richard J. Hagerty Motion: Mr, M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Accept and Authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $1000 to the Fire Department from Lynne and Harold March
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 to the Fire Department from Lynne and Harold March
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 $1000 to the Fire Department from Lynne and Harold March, Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Accept and Authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a donation to the Department of Elder and Human Services in Memory of John Ruane from Carol...
The Board Accept and Authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a donation to the Department of Elder and Human Services in Memory of John Ruane from Carol Munson
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 a donation to the Department of Elder and Human Services in Memory of John Ruane from Carol Munson Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. 1. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve: Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deeds
The Board Approve: Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deeds
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Approve: Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deeds Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve: Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $11, 545.31
The Board Approve: Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $11, 545.31
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Approve: Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $11, 545.31 Motion: Mr, M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve: Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $ 5, 218,417.45
The Board Approve: Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $ 5, 218,417.45
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Approve: Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $ 5, 218,417.45 Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve: Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of January 9, 2024
The Board Approve: Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of January 9, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Approve: Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of January 9, 2024 Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Motion to adjourn 9:18 PM Respectfu y submitted
Motion to adjourn 9:18 PM Respectfu y submitted
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion to adjourn 9:18 PM Respectfu y submitted.”
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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