MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
May 27, 2025
31 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: John R. McCourt, Patricia M. Boyden, Christopher M. Albert, Michael C. Loughran, Susan M. Harrington
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Clerk Christopher Albert left the Salah Room at 7:50 PM for the next item
- Mr. Albert returned to the room at 7:52 PM
Every vote, in order
Nominate John McCourt as the Chair of the Select Board
To nominate John McCourt as the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to nominate John McCourt as the Chair of the Select Board Motion: Ms. T. Boyden Second: Mr. S. Harrington Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Boyden, second: Harrington)
Close the nomination for John McCourt as the Chair of the Select Board
To close the nomination for John McCourt as the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to close the nomination for John McCourt as the Chair of the Select Board Motion: Ms. T. Boyden Second: Mr. S. Harrington Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Boyden, second: Harrington)
Approve the nomination for John McCourt as Chair of the Select Board
To approve the nomination for John McCourt as Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the nomination for John McCourt as Chair of the Select Board Motion: Ms. T. Boyden Second: Mr. S. Harrington Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Boyden, second: Harrington)
Nominate Patricia Boyden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board
To nominate Patricia Boyden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to nominate Patricia Boyden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Loughran)
Close the nomination for Patricia Boyden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board
To close the nomination for Patricia Boyden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to close the nomination for Patricia Boyden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Loughran)
Approve the nomination for Patricia Boyden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board
To approve the nomination for Patricia Boyden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the nomination for Patricia Boyden as the Vice Chair of the Select Board Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Loughran)
Nominate Christopher Albert as Clerk of the Select Board
To nominate Christopher Albert as Clerk of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to nominate Christopher Albert as Clerk of the Select Board Motion: Ms. T. Boyden Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Boyden, second: Loughran)
Close the nomination for Christopher Albert as the Clerk of the Select Board
To close the nomination for Christopher Albert as the Clerk of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to close the nomination for Christopher Albert as the Clerk of the Select Board Motion: Ms. T. Boyden Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Boyden, second: Loughran)
Approve the nomination for Christopher Albert as Clerk of the Select Board
To approve the nomination for Christopher Albert as Clerk of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve the nomination for Christopher Albert as Clerk of the Select Board Motion: Ms. T. Boyden Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Boyden, second: Loughran)
For new moves- ins allow the property to charge the maximum allowable rents on units that are leased, towns and state have allowed this
For new moves- ins allow the property to charge the maximum allowable rents on units that are leased, towns and state have allowed this
From the minutes
“Motion was made that for new moves- ins allow the property to charge the maximum allowable rents on units that are leased, towns and state have allowed this Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Mr. C. Albert Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Albert)
Current residents with housing vouchers to allow the property to charge the maximum rents towns and state have allowed this
Current residents with housing vouchers to allow the property to charge the maximum rents towns and state have allowed this
From the minutes
“Motion was made that current residents with housing vouchers to allow the property to charge the maximum rents towns and state have allowed this Motion: Mr. M. Loughran Second: Ms. S. Harrington Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Loughran, second: Harrington)
Current residents without housing vouchers to allow an increase of 3%
Current residents without housing vouchers to allow an increase of 3%
From the minutes
“Motion was made that current residents without housing vouchers to allow an increase of 3% Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Mr. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Approve the collective bargaining agreement for Canton Police Association MCOP Local 374
The Board approve the collective bargaining agreement for Canton Police Association MCOP Local 374
Christopher M. Albert had left the meeting. Christopher M. Albert stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the collective bargaining agreement for Canton Police Association MCOP Local 374 Motion: Ms. Boyden Second: Mr. Loughran Vote: 4-0-1 (Mr. Albert recused).” (Motion: Boyden, second: Loughran)
Approve the Select Board Meeting Schedule for July 2025-December 2025
The Board approve the Select Board Meeting Schedule for July 2025-December 2025
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Select Board Meeting Schedule for July 2025-December 2025 Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the Personal Service Contract for Deputy Fire Chief -William Morgan
The Board approve the Personal Service Contract for Deputy Fire Chief -William Morgan
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Personal Service Contract for Deputy Fire Chief -William Morgan, seconded Mike, 5-0.” (second: Loughran)
Approve the application to obtain a special license for all alcohol at a one -day event and one -day entertainment permit for a Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival, for the Lupus Foundation of New...
The Board approve the application to obtain a special license for all alcohol at a one -day event and one -day entertainment permit for a Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival, for the Lupus Foundation of New England, to be held at Bank of Canton, 490 Turnpike Street, on August 9, 2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM contingent upon Police, Fire and Building approval and Zoning Board approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the application to obtain a special license for all alcohol at a one -day event and one -day entertainment permit for a Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival, for the Lupus Foundation of New England, to be held at Bank of Canton, 490 Turnpike Street, on August 9, 2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM contingent upon Police, Fire and Building approval and Zoning Board approval Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the application to obtain a special license for one -day entertainment, Live Band for an event for Dream Spa Medical, 2184 Washington St., Canton, on May 31, 2025, from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM...
The Board approve the application to obtain a special license for one -day entertainment, Live Band for an event for Dream Spa Medical, 2184 Washington St., Canton, on May 31, 2025, from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM contingent upon Police, Fire and Building approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the application to obtain a special license for one -day entertainment, Live Band for an event for Dream Spa Medical, 2184 Washington St., Canton, on May 31, 2025, from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM contingent upon Police, Fire and Building approval Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) 2026 Water and Sewer Chemical Supply Authorization Letter
The Board approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) 2026 Water and Sewer Chemical Supply Authorization Letter
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) 2026 Water and Sewer Chemical Supply Authorization Letter Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the appointments of Library Pages -Henry Gong-Harjula and Kirsty Miller
The Board approve the appointments of Library Pages -Henry Gong-Harjula and Kirsty Miller
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the appointments of Library Pages -Henry Gong-Harjula and Kirsty Miller Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Appoint DPW Seasonal Staff -James Young and Leo Owens
The Board appoint DPW Seasonal Staff -James Young and Leo Owens
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint DPW Seasonal Staff -James Young and Leo Owens Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Appoint DPW Heavy Equipment Operator -Michael Chase
The Board appoint DPW Heavy Equipment Operator -Michael Chase
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint DPW Heavy Equipment Operator -Michael Chase Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Appoint the Finance Committee designee for the Water and Sewer Rate Policy Committee -Dan Cole
The Board appoint the Finance Committee designee for the Water and Sewer Rate Policy Committee -Dan Cole
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint the Finance Committee designee for the Water and Sewer Rate Policy Committee -Dan Cole Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Appoint a member to the Conservation Commission -Christine Smith
The Board appoint a member to the Conservation Commission -Christine Smith
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint a member to the Conservation Commission -Christine Smith Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Appoint members to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee -Bill Lee Payne and Krystyn Hanover
The Board appoint members to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee -Bill Lee Payne and Krystyn Hanover
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint members to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee -Bill Lee Payne and Krystyn Hanover Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Appoint members to the Walk, Bike and Hike Committee -Michael Albert and Cindy Bonner
The Board appoint members to the Walk, Bike and Hike Committee -Michael Albert and Cindy Bonner
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint members to the Walk, Bike and Hike Committee -Michael Albert and Cindy Bonner Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the Personal Action Forms for Firefighters: Christopher Parsons; Justin Dickie
The Board approve the Personal Action Forms for Firefighters: Christopher Parsons; Justin Dickie
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Personal Action Forms for Firefighters: Christopher Parsons; Justin Dickie Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the Chapter 90 reimbursement in the amount of $264,411.08
The Board approve the Chapter 90 reimbursement in the amount of $264,411.08
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Chapter 90 reimbursement in the amount of $264,411.08 Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the Water and Sewer Commitment (Residential) in the amount of $2,068,328.66
The Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment (Residential) in the amount of $2,068,328.66
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment (Residential) in the amount of $2,068,328.66 Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the Water and Sewer Commitment (Final Bills) in the amount of $5028.28
The Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment (Final Bills) in the amount of $5028.28
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment (Final Bills) in the amount of $5028.28 Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of May 6, 2025
The Board approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of May 6, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meetings of May 6, 2025 Motion: Mr. Albert Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Boyden)
Adjourn the meeting at 8:12 PM
The Board adjourn the meeting at 8:12 PM
The minutes give the vote as 4-0, but 5 members were present (John R. McCourt, Patricia M. Boyden, Christopher M. Albert, Michael C. Loughran and Susan M. Harrington). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board adjourn the meeting at 8:12 PM Motion: Ms. Boyden Second: Ms. Harrington Vote: 4-0.” (Motion: Boyden, second: Harrington)
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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