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February 6, 2024
28 recorded votes, 2 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 Association) if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the...
To go to Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (Superior Officers Association) 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 Association) 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 6:01 PM
To resume open meeting at 6:01 PM
The minutes give the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present (Thomas W. Theodore, John J. Connolly, Michael C. Loughran, Christopher M. Albert and John R. McCourt). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion made to resume open meeting at 6:01 PM Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Theodore, second: McCourt)
Approve the Walk, Bike and Hike Committee Clean Up Event, April 6, 2024, from 10 AM-12 Noon, rain date, April 7, 2024
The Board approve the Walk, Bike and Hike Committee Clean Up Event, April 6, 2024, from 10 AM-12 Noon, rain date, April 7, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Walk, Bike and Hike Committee Clean Up Event, April 6, 2024, from 10 AM-12 Noon, rain date, April 7, 2024 Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the opening of the warrant to add an article to establish a redevelopment stabilization fund for 1860 Washington St
The Board approve the opening of the warrant to add an article to establish a redevelopment stabilization fund for 1860 Washington St
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the opening of the warrant to add an article to establish a redevelopment stabilization fund for 1860 Washington St. Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Add the article to the warrant
The Board add the article to the warrant
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board add the article to the warrant Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Close the warrant
The Board close the warrant
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board close the warrant Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as just amended, contingent on Town Counsel final edits
The Board approve the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as just amended, contingent on Town Counsel final edits
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Annual Town Meeting Warrant as just amended, contingent on Town Counsel final edits Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve an application to change the manager of The American Legion Edward J. Beatty Post 24, Inc, 950 Rear Washington St. to Julie Wedge
The Board approve an application to change the manager of The American Legion Edward J. Beatty Post 24, Inc, 950 Rear Washington St. to Julie Wedge
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve an application to change the manager of The American Legion Edward J. Beatty Post 24, Inc, 950 Rear Washington St. to Julie Wedge Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve an application to change of manager of Wampatuck Country Club, 99 Pleasant Garden Road to Richard C. Borges, Jr
The Board approve an application to change of manager of Wampatuck Country Club, 99 Pleasant Garden Road to Richard C. Borges, Jr
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve an application to change of manager of Wampatuck Country Club, 99 Pleasant Garden Road to Richard C. Borges, Jr. Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the re -appointment of member to the Norfolk County Advisory Board -John Connolly
The Board approve the re -appointment of member to the Norfolk County Advisory Board -John Connolly
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the re -appointment of member to the Norfolk County Advisory Board -John Connolly Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Appoint a member to the Playground and Recreation Commission - Janice McCarthy
The Board appoint a member to the Playground and Recreation Commission - Janice McCarthy
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint a member to the Playground and Recreation Commission - Janice McCarthy Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms thereof under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of car washes valued at $5000 from Prestige Car Wash to the Town of Canton...
The Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms thereof under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of car washes valued at $5000 from Prestige Car Wash to the Town of Canton Municipal Departments
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms thereof under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of car washes valued at $5000 from Prestige Car Wash to the Town of Canton Municipal Departments Phil Glynn questioned the donation. Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: 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 65 inch television (valued at approximately $500) from Homewood Suites and...
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 65 inch television (valued at approximately $500) from Homewood Suites and Buffalo Lodging Associates to the Town of Canton for a conference room at Memorial Hall
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 65 inch television (valued at approximately $500) from Homewood Suites and Buffalo Lodging Associates to the Town of Canton for a conference room at Memorial Hall Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: 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 from Victor Del Vecchio and Alicia Lopez Family Fund to the 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 $1000 from Victor Del Vecchio and Alicia Lopez Family Fund to the Department of Elder and Human Services Physical Fitness Program
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 from Victor Del Vecchio and Alicia Lopez Family Fund to the Department of Elder and Human Services Physical Fitness Program Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: 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 to the Parks and Recreation Department in memory of Ada Goodrich:...
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 to the Parks and Recreation Department in memory of Ada Goodrich: Frank Monroe $100.00, Linda and Jeff Dirksen $100.00, Emerson Swan $500.00, David Lyons $105.00, Cabot and Linda Devoll $100.00, Gary and Sharon Mason $100.00, Kimberly Carreiro, $50.00, Carl and Meryl Monaco $100.00, William and Paula Galvin $25.00
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 to the Parks and Recreation Department in memory of Ada Goodrich: Frank Monroe $100.00, Linda and Jeff Dirksen $100.00, Emerson Swan $500.00, David Lyons $105.00, Cabot and Linda Devoll $100.00, Gary and Sharon Mason $100.00, Kimberly Carreiro, $50.00, Carl and Meryl Monaco $100.00, William and Paula Galvin $25.00 Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Accept and authorize: the use of the grant in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the grant of $41,177.22 from Outfront Media for the 150 Royall St. gross collected revenue
The Board accept and authorize: the use of the grant in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the grant of $41,177.22 from Outfront Media for the 150 Royall St. gross collected revenue
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board accept and authorize: the use of the grant in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the grant of $41,177.22 from Outfront Media for the 150 Royall St. gross collected revenue Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Authorize the notification to committee members of appointment vacancies to be filled by the Select Board, -committee list attached
The Board authorize the notification to committee members of appointment vacancies to be filled by the Select Board, -committee list attached
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board authorize the notification to committee members of appointment vacancies to be filled by the Select Board, -committee list attached Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the SERSG DPW Services awards for 3/1/2024 through 2/28/2025
The Board approve the SERSG DPW Services awards for 3/1/2024 through 2/28/2025
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the SERSG DPW Services awards for 3/1/2024 through 2/28/2025 Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the request to hold the Canton Association of Business and Industry 5K/10K Road Race to be held on Sunday, September 29, 2024, beginning at 10:00 am. at Trillium Brewing Company, 100...
The Board approve the request to hold the Canton Association of Business and Industry 5K/10K Road Race to be held on Sunday, September 29, 2024, beginning at 10:00 am. at Trillium Brewing Company, 100 Royall Street
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the request to hold the Canton Association of Business and Industry 5K/10K Road Race to be held on Sunday, September 29, 2024, beginning at 10:00 am. at Trillium Brewing Company, 100 Royall Street Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the application to Obtain a Special License to Serve Wine and Malt Beverages at a One -Day Event to be held for Friends of Blue Hills Winter Festival, at the Blue Hills Ski Area, 4001...
The Board approve the application to Obtain a Special License to Serve Wine and Malt Beverages at a One -Day Event to be held for Friends of Blue Hills Winter Festival, at the Blue Hills Ski Area, 4001 Washington St., on Tuesday February 27t", 2024 from 4:30-8:30 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner, Police Chief and Fire Chief
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 to be held for Friends of Blue Hills Winter Festival, at the Blue Hills Ski Area, 4001 Washington St., on Tuesday February 27t", 2024 from 4:30-8:30 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner, Police Chief and Fire Chief Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve in person early voting for the local election at Memorial Hall on Saturday, March 23, 2024 9am-5pm; Monday, March 25, 2024 8am-5pm; Tuesday, March 26, 2024 8am-7pm; Wednesday, March 27,...
The Board approve in person early voting for the local election at Memorial Hall on Saturday, March 23, 2024 9am-5pm; Monday, March 25, 2024 8am-5pm; Tuesday, March 26, 2024 8am-7pm; Wednesday, March 27, 2024 8am-5pm; Thursday, March 28, 2024 8am-5pm; Friday, March 29, 2024 8am-1pm
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve in person early voting for the local election at Memorial Hall on Saturday, March 23, 2024 9am-5pm; Monday, March 25, 2024 8am-5pm; Tuesday, March 26, 2024 8am-7pm; Wednesday, March 27, 2024 8am-5pm; Thursday, March 28, 2024 8am-5pm; Friday, March 29, 2024 8am-1pm Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the use of $7000 from Brightview mitigation fund for conducting a land survey of Walpole Terrace to establish the boundaries Jennifer O'Donnell had questions about Brightview Mitigation...
The Board approve the use of $7000 from Brightview mitigation fund for conducting a land survey of Walpole Terrace to establish the boundaries Jennifer O'Donnell had questions about Brightview Mitigation account
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the use of $7000 from Brightview mitigation fund for conducting a land survey of Walpole Terrace to establish the boundaries Jennifer O'Donnell had questions about Brightview Mitigation account. Rita Lombardi questioned the cost of the survey. Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the Warrant for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary
The Board approve the Warrant for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Warrant for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the Personal Action Form (PAF) for Canton Public Library Young Adult Library Associate-Abena Osei Duker
The Board approve the Personal Action Form (PAF) for Canton Public Library Young Adult Library Associate-Abena Osei Duker
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Personal Action Form (PAF) for Canton Public Library Young Adult Library Associate-Abena Osei Duker Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
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. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $500.00
The Board approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $500.00
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $500.00 Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Seconded: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of January 23, 2024
The Board approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of January 23, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of January 23, 2024 Motion: Mr. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Adjourn at 7:58 PM Respectfully swbmi ed,P "-,//
To adjourn at 7:58 PM Respectfully swbmi ed,P "-,//
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn at 7:58 PM Respectfully swbmi ed,P "-,//.”
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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