MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
August 20, 2024
19 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: John R. McCourt, Christopher M. Albert, Patricia M. Boyden, John J. Connolly
Absent: Michael C. Loughran
During the meeting:
- Vice Chair McCourt noted that Chair Michael Loughran and Town Administrator Charlie Doody were not
Every vote, in order
Open the Public Hearing
The Board open the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert that the Board open the Public Hearing, seconded by Ms. Boyden, Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr, McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Close the Public Hearing
The Board close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert that the Board close the Public Hearing, seconded by Ms. Boyden, Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr, McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the Warrant for the 2024 State Primary on September 3, 2024
The Board approve the Warrant for the 2024 State Primary on September 3, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert that the Board approve the Warrant for the 2024 State Primary on September 3, 2024, seconded by Ms, Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr, Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the request for a Block Party to be held between 11-15 Ponkapoag Way on September 14, 2024, between 3 PM-6 PM (rain date September 21, 2024) contingent on Building, Police and Fire approval
The Board approve the request for a Block Party to be held between 11-15 Ponkapoag Way on September 14, 2024, between 3 PM-6 PM (rain date September 21, 2024) contingent on Building, Police and Fire approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, that the Board approve the request for a Block Party to be held between 11-15 Ponkapoag Way on September 14, 2024, between 3 PM-6 PM (rain date September 21, 2024) contingent on Building, Police and Fire approval, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the appointment of member to the Veteran's Council- Robert Maffie
The Board approve the appointment of member to the Veteran's Council- Robert Maffie
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, that the Board approve the appointment of member to the Veteran's Council- Robert Maffie, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the appointment of member to the Water Sewer Rate Policy Committee -Joseph Ridge
The Board approve the appointment of member to the Water Sewer Rate Policy Committee -Joseph Ridge
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, that the Board approve the appointment of member to the Water Sewer Rate Policy Committee -Joseph Ridge, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the appointment of member to the Commission on Disabilities -Cindy Thomas
The Board approve the appointment of member to the Commission on Disabilities -Cindy Thomas
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, that the Board approve the appointment of member to the Commission on Disabilities -Cindy Thomas, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the appointment of member to the Diversity, Equity Inclusion Committee -William Wilson
The Board approve the appointment of member to the Diversity, Equity Inclusion Committee -William Wilson
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, that the Board approve the appointment of member to the Diversity, Equity Inclusion Committee -William Wilson seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr, Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the appointment of member to the Paul Revere Heritage Trust -Sherry Alpert
The Board approve the appointment of member to the Paul Revere Heritage Trust -Sherry Alpert
The roll call does not give a vote for Christopher M. Albert, who was at the meeting. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Ms. Boyden, that the Board approve the appointment of member to the Paul Revere Heritage Trust -Sherry Alpert, seconded by Mr. J. Connolly Roll Call vote, 3-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Boyden, second: John J. Connolly)
Approve the re -appointment of member to the Paul Revere Heritage Trust -Victor DelVecchio
The Board approve the re -appointment of member to the Paul Revere Heritage Trust -Victor DelVecchio
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert that the Board approve the re -appointment of member to the Paul Revere Heritage Trust -Victor DelVecchio, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr, Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
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 Department of Elder and Human Services
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 Department of Elder and Human Services
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, 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 Department of Elder and Human Services: $250 from Marybeth McIntire, in memory of her mom, Maryann Sullivan $50 from Pam Carlson, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr, McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $350 from the Canton Lions Club to the Canton Public Library to be used for...
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 $350 from the Canton Lions Club to the Canton Public Library to be used for purchasing library materials
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert 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 $350 from the Canton Lions Club to the Canton Public Library to be used for purchasing library materials, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $200 from the Canton Lions Club to the Beautification Committee for Clean Up Day
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 $200 from the Canton Lions Club to the Beautification Committee for Clean Up Day
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, 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 $200 from the Canton Lions Club to the Beautification Committee for Clean Up Day, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the donation of $200 from the Canton Lions Club to the Department of Elder and Human Services
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 $200 from the Canton Lions Club to the Department of Elder and Human Services
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, 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 $200 from the Canton Lions Club to the Department of Elder and Human Services, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the order of takings for Revere Court Bridge Project for permanent and temporary easements
The Board approve the order of takings for Revere Court Bridge Project for permanent and temporary easements
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, that the Board approve the order of takings for Revere Court Bridge Project for permanent and temporary easements, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $3325
The Board approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $3325
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, that the Board approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $3325, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr, Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the approval of Perpetual Care Deeds
The Board approve the approval of Perpetual Care Deeds
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, that the Board approve the approval of Perpetual Care Deeds seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approving the minutes from the Select Board Meeting of August 6, 2024
The Board approving the minutes from the Select Board Meeting of August 6, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, that the Board approving the minutes from the Select Board Meeting of August 6, 2024, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Adjourn at 8:14 PM
The Board adjourn at 8:14 PM
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Albert that the Board adjourn at 8:14 PM, seconded by Ms. Boyden Roll Call vote, 4-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
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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