MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
May 28, 2024
30 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Michael C. Loughran, John R. McCourt, Christopher M. Albert, Patricia M. Boyden, John J. Connolly
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the nomination for the Chair of the Select Board
The Board open the nomination for the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board open the nomination for the Chair of the Select Board Motion: Mr. J. Connolly Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: John J. Connolly, second: McCourt)
Nominate Michael Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board
The Board nominate Michael Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board nominate Michael Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Close the nomination for Michael Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board
The Board close the nomination for Michael Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board close the nomination for Michael Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board Motion. Mr. J. McCourt Second: Mr. C. Albert Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Albert)
Confirm the nomination of Michael Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board
The Board confirm the nomination of Michael Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board confirm the nomination of Michael Loughran as the Chair of the Select Board Roll Call vote, 5-0 all in favor Mr. T. Boyden Affirmative Mr. C. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. McCourt Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.”
Open the nomination for the Vice -Chair of the Select Board
The Board open the nomination for the Vice -Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board open the nomination for the Vice -Chair of the Select Board Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. C. Albert Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Albert)
Nominate John McCourt as the Vice -Chair of the Select Board
The Board nominate John McCourt as the Vice -Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board nominate John McCourt as the Vice -Chair of the Select Board Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. C. Albert Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Albert)
Close the nomination for John McCourt as the Vice -Chair of the Select Board
The Board close the nomination for John McCourt as the Vice -Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board close the nomination for John McCourt as the Vice -Chair of the Select Board Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. C. Albert Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Albert)
Confirm the nomination of John McCourt as the Vice -Chair of the Select Board
The Board confirm the nomination of John McCourt as the Vice -Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board confirm the nomination of John McCourt as the Vice -Chair of the Select Board Roll Call vote, 5-0 all in favor Mr. T. Boyden Affirmative Mr. C. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. McCourt Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr, J. Connolly Affirmative.”
Open the nomination for the Clerk of the Select Board
The Board open the nomination for the Clerk of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board open the nomination for the Clerk of the Select Board Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: McCourt)
Nominate Christopher Albert as the Chair of the Select Board
The Board nominate Christopher Albert as the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board nominate Christopher Albert as the Chair of the Select Board Motion: Mr, J. McCourt Second: Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt)
Close the nomination for Christopher Albert as the Clerk of the Select Board
The Board close the nomination for Christopher Albert as the Clerk of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board close the nomination for Christopher Albert as the Clerk of the Select Board Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt)
Confirm the nomination of Christopher Albert as the Clerk of the Select Board
The Board confirm the nomination of Christopher Albert as the Clerk of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board confirm the nomination of Christopher Albert as the Clerk of the Select Board Roll Call vote, 5-0 all in favor Mr. T. Boyden Affirmative Mr. C. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. McCourt Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative.”
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. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
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. C. Albert Second: Mr, J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Approve the application for a Liquor License Alteration of Premises to include an outdoor patio for 538 Takara, Inc. dba Takara Japanese Restaurant located at 538 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021
The Board approve the application for a Liquor License Alteration of Premises to include an outdoor patio for 538 Takara, Inc. dba Takara Japanese Restaurant located at 538 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the application for a Liquor License Alteration of Premises to include an outdoor patio for 538 Takara, Inc. dba Takara Japanese Restaurant located at 538 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021 Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
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. C. Albert Second: Mr, J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
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. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Approve the application for a Liquor License Alteration of Premises to include an outdoor patio for Tama Inc., dba Tama located at 2790 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021
The Board approve the application for a Liquor License Alteration of Premises to include an outdoor patio for Tama Inc., dba Tama located at 2790 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021
From the minutes
“Motion was made that that the Board approve the application for a Liquor License Alteration of Premises to include an outdoor patio for Tama Inc., dba Tama located at 2790 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021., Motion: Mr, C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
(the minutes do not state the motion)
(the minutes do not state the motion)
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Approve a Common Victualler's license for Poke Bowl Co 2016 MA Inc. dba Poke Bowl, 95 Washington St. #208
The Board approve a Common Victualler's license for Poke Bowl Co 2016 MA Inc. dba Poke Bowl, 95 Washington St. #208
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve a Common Victualler's license for Poke Bowl Co 2016 MA Inc. dba Poke Bowl, 95 Washington St. #208 Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr, J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Approve the application to obtain a special license to serve wine and malt beverages to be held for Friends of the Canton Public Library, Sip and Shop Fundraiser, 786 Washington St., Canton, on...
The Board approve the application to obtain a special license to serve wine and malt beverages to be held for Friends of the Canton Public Library, Sip and Shop Fundraiser, 786 Washington St., Canton, on Sunday November 24. 2024 from 11:30 AM until 4:30 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 malt beverages to be held for Friends of the Canton Public Library, Sip and Shop Fundraiser, 786 Washington St., Canton, on Sunday November 24. 2024 from 11:30 AM until 4:30 PM contingent upon Building Commissioner, Police Chief and Fire Chief approval Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a $5,000.00 donation from the Canton Helpline for Canton Parks and Recreation Community...
The Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a $5,000.00 donation from the Canton Helpline for Canton Parks and Recreation Community Summer Programs
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 $5,000.00 donation from the Canton Helpline for Canton Parks and Recreation Community Summer Programs Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Approve: Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) Paper award for 7/1/2024-6/30/2025
The Board approve: Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) Paper award for 7/1/2024-6/30/2025
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve: Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) Paper award for 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025 Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Approve: Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) Water and Sewer Treatment Chemical Award for 7/1/2024-6/30/2025
The Board approve: Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) Water and Sewer Treatment Chemical Award for 7/1/2024-6/30/2025
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve: Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) Water and Sewer Treatment Chemical Award for 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025 Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Appoint of Seasonal Conservation hanger -Jared Penta
The Board appoint of Seasonal Conservation hanger -Jared Penta
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint of Seasonal Conservation hanger -Jared Penta Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Appoint Seasonal Parks and Recreation Staff -Jessica Buchsbaum; Nikki Noone; Maddy MacPherson; Dahlia Nguyen; Patrick Wilson
The Board appoint Seasonal Parks and Recreation Staff -Jessica Buchsbaum; Nikki Noone; Maddy MacPherson; Dahlia Nguyen; Patrick Wilson
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint Seasonal Parks and Recreation Staff -Jessica Buchsbaum; Nikki Noone; Maddy MacPherson; Dahlia Nguyen; Patrick Wilson Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Appoint Christine Smith to the Conservation Commission
The Board appoint Christine Smith to the Conservation Commission
Yes: Boyden, LoughranNo: Albert, John J. Connolly, McCourt
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint Christine Smith to the Conservation Commission Motion: Ms. T. Boyden Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 2-3 (Mr. Connolly, Mr. McCourt, Mr. Albert opposed).” (Motion: Boyden, second: Loughran)
Appoint Carolyn Elkort to the Conservation Commission
The Board appoint Carolyn Elkort to the Conservation Commission
Yes: Albert, John J. Connolly, McCourtNo: Boyden, Loughran
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint Carolyn Elkort to the Conservation Commission Motion: Mr. J. Connolly Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 3-2 (Mr. Loughran, Ms. Boyden opposed).” (Motion: John J. Connolly, second: McCourt)
Approve the minutes from the Select Board Meetings, April 30, 2024; May 13, 2024
The Board approve the minutes from the Select Board Meetings, April 30, 2024; May 13, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the minutes from the Select Board Meetings, April 30, 2024; May 13, 2024 Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. J. McCourt Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)
Adjourn at 8:31 PM Respectfu it
To adjourn at 8:31 PM Respectfu it
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn at 8:31 PM Respectfu it ,.”
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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