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Canton Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting

January 7, 2025

26 recorded votes, 0 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

Support the housing production plan as specified

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board support the housing production plan as specified

From the minutes

“Motion was made by Mr. Albert, that the Board support the housing production plan as specified seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (Motion: Albert, second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Refer the zoning articles to the Planning Board for 2025 Annual Town Meeting

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board refer the zoning articles to the Planning Board for 2025 Annual Town Meeting

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board refer the zoning articles to the Planning Board for 2025 Annual Town Meeting, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Renew the Common Victualler Licenses for: Raisa Corporation DBA Slices Italian Pizzeria; Volos Hospitality Inc., dba Stone L'Oven Pizza Co.; CJMJ Inc., dba Cobbs Corner Cafe

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board renew the Common Victualler Licenses for: Raisa Corporation DBA Slices Italian Pizzeria; Volos Hospitality Inc., dba Stone L'Oven Pizza Co.; CJMJ Inc., dba Cobbs Corner Cafe

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board renew the Common Victualler Licenses for: Raisa Corporation DBA Slices Italian Pizzeria; Volos Hospitality Inc., dba Stone L'Oven Pizza Co.; CJMJ Inc., dba Cobbs Corner Cafe seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr, Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Renew the Second Hand Jewelry and Electronics License for Precious Metals Reclaiming Service, 253 Revere St. B, Canton, MA 02021

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board renew the Second Hand Jewelry and Electronics License for Precious Metals Reclaiming Service, 253 Revere St. B, Canton, MA 02021

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board renew the Second Hand Jewelry and Electronics License for Precious Metals Reclaiming Service, 253 Revere St. B, Canton, MA 02021, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint the new Patrol Officers: Christopher Buettner; Brian LeBlanc

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board appoint the new Patrol Officers: Christopher Buettner; Brian LeBlanc

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board appoint the new Patrol Officers: Christopher Buettner; Brian LeBlanc seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint the Forestry Foreman -Daniel Sloan

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board appoint the Forestry Foreman -Daniel Sloan

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board appoint the Forestry Foreman -Daniel Sloan, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the PAF for the Board of Health Sanitarian-Jenna Conroy

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the PAF for the Board of Health Sanitarian-Jenna Conroy

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the PAF for the Board of Health Sanitarian-Jenna Conroy, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the PAF for the PT Board of Health Nurse -Bethany Fleming

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the PAF for the PT Board of Health Nurse -Bethany Fleming

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the PAF for the PT Board of Health Nurse -Bethany Fleming, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the re -appointment of the Parks and Recreation Rink Assistant - Victoria Carr

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the re -appointment of the Parks and Recreation Rink Assistant - Victoria Carr

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the re -appointment of the Parks and Recreation Rink Assistant - Victoria Carr, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr, Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the re -appointment the December Vacation Camp Director - Kerry Kilduff

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the re -appointment the December Vacation Camp Director - Kerry Kilduff

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the re -appointment the December Vacation Camp Director - Kerry Kilduff, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

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 $2000 from Paul and...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

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 $2000 from Paul and Linda Sloan; $2500 from Mary Moran

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 Department of Elder and Human Services $2000 from Paul and Linda Sloan; $2500 from Mary Moran,, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Accept the Mass Cultural Council matching grant for $200,000 for the Revere Museum

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board accept the Mass Cultural Council matching grant for $200,000 for the Revere Museum

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board accept the Mass Cultural Council matching grant for $200,000 for the Revere Museum, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Accept the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program (SMRP) Municipal Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board accept the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program (SMRP) Municipal Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board accept the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program (SMRP) Municipal Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, , seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the application to obtain a special license to serve wine and malt beverages at a one day event, Family Bingo Night at Saint John School, 696 Washington St, in the gym to be held on...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the application to obtain a special license to serve wine and malt beverages at a one day event, Family Bingo Night at Saint John School, 696 Washington St, in the gym to be held on January 25, 2025 from 6 pm —9 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 at a one day event, Family Bingo Night at Saint John School, 696 Washington St, in the gym to be held on January 25, 2025 from 6 pm —9 pm. contingent upon Building Commissioner, Police Chief and Fire Chief approval, , seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A an anonymous donation to the Police Department in the amount of $8500 towards a ballistic shield

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A an anonymous donation to the Police Department in the amount of $8500 towards a ballistic shield

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 an anonymous donation to the Police Department in the amount of $8500 towards a ballistic shield, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr, Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a donation of $1000 from Harold and Marilyn March for the Canton Police Department

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a donation of $1000 from Harold and Marilyn March for the Canton 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 a donation of $1000 from Harold and Marilyn March for the Canton Police Department,, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A an anonymous donation to the Fire Department in the amount of $7215 to be used for training...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A an anonymous donation to the Fire Department in the amount of $7215 to be used for training equipment„

From the minutes

“Motion was made that that the Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A an anonymous donation to the Fire Department in the amount of $7215 to be used for training equipment„ seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a donation of $1000 from Harold and Lynne March for the Canton Fire Department

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a donation of $1000 from Harold and Lynne March for the Canton 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 a donation of $1000 from Harold and Lynne March for the Canton Fire Department,, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the grant of $50,000 from Outfront Media for Shawmut and 95 locations

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A the grant of $50,000 from Outfront Media for Shawmut and 95 locations

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 grant of $50,000 from Outfront Media for Shawmut and 95 locations, , seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr, Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deed

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

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, , seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $807.50

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $807.50

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Cemetery Commitment in the amount of $807.50, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $1074.34

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $1074.34

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $1074.34, , seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $1,312,763.79

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $1,312,763.79

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $1,312,763.79, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of December 17, 2024

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of December 17, 2024

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of December 17, 2024, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr, McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the Executive Session Minutes of October 22, 2024

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board approve the Executive Session Minutes of October 22, 2024

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board approve the Executive Session Minutes of October 22, 2024, seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Adjourn at 7:42 PM

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

The Board adjourn at 7:42 PM

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board adjourn at 7:42 PM seconded by Mr. McCourt Roll call vote, 5-0 Ms. Boyden Affirmative Mr. Albert Affirmative Mr. Connolly Affirmative Mr. McCourt Affirmative Mr. Loughran Affirmative.” (second: McCourt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

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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