MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
July 8, 2025
21 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Patricia M. Boyden, Christopher M. Albert, Michael C. Loughran
Absent: John R. McCourt, Susan M. Harrington
During the meeting:
- Chair John McCourt and Member Susan Harrington were not in attendance.
Every vote, in order
Approve the petition from Verizon New England, Inc and NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy Petition for Verizon Job #4AOXP9R Spring Lane, Canton, MA, to relocate one 10 pole, P.2,...
The Board approve the petition from Verizon New England, Inc and NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy Petition for Verizon Job #4AOXP9R Spring Lane, Canton, MA, to relocate one 10 pole, P.2, located on the westerly side of Spring Lane to a point of approximately 12' northwesterly from its current location
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the petition from Verizon New England, Inc and NStar Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy Petition for Verizon Job #4AOXP9R Spring Lane, Canton, MA, to relocate one 10 pole, P.2, located on the westerly side of Spring Lane to a point of approximately 12' northwesterly from its current location Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve the request to access $1,500,000 in Special Education Reserve Funds to offset the projected FY25 deficit
The Board approve the request to access $1,500,000 in Special Education Reserve Funds to offset the projected FY25 deficit
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the request to access $1,500,000 in Special Education Reserve Funds to offset the projected FY25 deficit. Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Support the requests to balance the budgets in deficit : $235,000.00 for DPW -Extraordinary Equipment and Highway Maintenance expenses; $195,774.27 for Snow & Ice -Above average winter conditions;...
The Board support the requests to balance the budgets in deficit : $235,000.00 for DPW -Extraordinary Equipment and Highway Maintenance expenses; $195,774.27 for Snow & Ice -Above average winter conditions; $168,500.00 for Police Training -As recommended by the Police Audit; $72,969.10 for Compensated Absences -Several retirements across multiple dept's; $49,200.00 for Trash I Recycling -New contract higher than budgeted; $21,000.00 for Town Clerk & Elections and Registrars- Extra STM and Special Election; $6,000.00 for Planning Board -Extraordinary Zoning Article advertisement costs; $2,530.84 for Norfolk Agricultural High School -Increased Canton enrollment Total: $750,974.21, Using the entirety of the $600,000 Reserve Fund budget, along with a $75,000 transfer from surplus in the Assessor's budget and a $75,974.21 transfer from surplus in the Town Counsel budget
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board support the requests to balance the budgets in deficit : $235,000.00 for DPW -Extraordinary Equipment and Highway Maintenance expenses; $195,774.27 for Snow & Ice -Above average winter conditions; $168,500.00 for Police Training -As recommended by the Police Audit; $72,969.10 for Compensated Absences -Several retirements across multiple dept's; $49,200.00 for Trash I Recycling -New contract higher than budgeted; $21,000.00 for Town Clerk & Elections and Registrars- Extra STM and Special Election; $6,000.00 for Planning Board -Extraordinary Zoning Article advertisement costs; $2,530.84 for Norfolk Agricultural High School -Increased Canton enrollment Total: $750,974.21, Using the entirety of the $600,000 Reserve Fund budget, along with a $75,000 transfer from surplus in the Assessor's budget and a $75,974.21 transfer from surplus in the Town Counsel budget Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Refer proposed zoning articles to the Planning Board and consider the approval of the Special Town Meeting Warrant
The Board refer proposed zoning articles to the Planning Board and consider the approval of the Special Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board refer proposed zoning articles to the Planning Board and consider the approval of the Special Town Meeting Warrant Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Consider approve the application to change business structure on Used Car Dealership License issued to Canton Auto Sales, 1158 Washington Street, from a sole proprietor to a partnership
The Board Consider approve the application to change business structure on Used Car Dealership License issued to Canton Auto Sales, 1158 Washington Street, from a sole proprietor to a partnership
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board Consider approve the application to change business structure on Used Car Dealership License issued to Canton Auto Sales, 1158 Washington Street, from a sole proprietor to a partnership Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve the request to hold the annual 5K Road Race on September 14, 2025, at the Irish Cultural Centre, 200 New Boston Drive, contingent upon Police and Fire approval
The Board approve the request to hold the annual 5K Road Race on September 14, 2025, at the Irish Cultural Centre, 200 New Boston Drive, contingent upon Police and Fire approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the request to hold the annual 5K Road Race on September 14, 2025, at the Irish Cultural Centre, 200 New Boston Drive, contingent upon Police and Fire approval Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Appoint a member to the Economic Development Committee -John Foley
The Board appoint a member to the Economic Development Committee -John Foley
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint a member to the Economic Development Committee -John Foley Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Appoint a member to the Cultural Council -Sherry Alpert
The Board appoint a member to the Cultural Council -Sherry Alpert
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint a member to the Cultural Council -Sherry Alpert Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve and accept the conveyance by Canton Holdings, LLC of Lots 2 and 5 as shown on the plans referenced herein know as Upper and Lower Forge Pond to be held and maintained for conservation,...
The Board approve and accept the conveyance by Canton Holdings, LLC of Lots 2 and 5 as shown on the plans referenced herein know as Upper and Lower Forge Pond to be held and maintained for conservation, open space, passive recreation
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve and accept the conveyance by Canton Holdings, LLC of Lots 2 and 5 as shown on the plans referenced herein know as Upper and Lower Forge Pond to be held and maintained for conservation, open space, passive recreation Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
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: $100 from Lillian and...
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: $100 from Lillian and Bob Meunier; $60 from Mrs. Irma Berardi
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: $100 from Lillian and Bob Meunier; $60 from Mrs. Irma Berardi Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
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
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
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 Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve the One -day Entertainment Permit for Trillium Brewing Company Inc., 100 Royall St on Sunday, September 28, 2025, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM for a DJ/MC to be used for the CABI Road Race; and...
The Board approve the One -day Entertainment Permit for Trillium Brewing Company Inc., 100 Royall St on Sunday, September 28, 2025, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM for a DJ/MC to be used for the CABI Road Race; and request for the allowance of alcohol at 10:00 AM; (both times outside of approved license permitted hours) contingent on Police approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the One -day Entertainment Permit for Trillium Brewing Company Inc., 100 Royall St on Sunday, September 28, 2025, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM for a DJ/MC to be used for the CABI Road Race; and request for the allowance of alcohol at 10:00 AM; (both times outside of approved license permitted hours) contingent on Police approval Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve the One -day Entertainment Permit for Live Music at Trillium Brewing Company, Inc., 100 Royall St. on Sunday, September 21, 2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM for Oktoberfest to be held on the...
The Board approve the One -day Entertainment Permit for Live Music at Trillium Brewing Company, Inc., 100 Royall St. on Sunday, September 21, 2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM for Oktoberfest to be held on the Outdoor Patio contingent upon Police, Fire and ZBA and Building approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the One -day Entertainment Permit for Live Music at Trillium Brewing Company, Inc., 100 Royall St. on Sunday, September 21, 2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM for Oktoberfest to be held on the Outdoor Patio contingent upon Police, Fire and ZBA and Building approval Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve the One -day Entertainment Permit for DJ to play Music at Trillium Brewing Company, Inc., 100 Royall St. on Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 5:00 PM-10:00 PM on the Outdoor Patio contingent...
The Board approve the One -day Entertainment Permit for DJ to play Music at Trillium Brewing Company, Inc., 100 Royall St. on Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 5:00 PM-10:00 PM on the Outdoor Patio contingent upon Police, Fire and ZBA and Building approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the One -day Entertainment Permit for DJ to play Music at Trillium Brewing Company, Inc., 100 Royall St. on Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 5:00 PM-10:00 PM on the Outdoor Patio contingent upon Police, Fire and ZBA and Building approval Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve: the One -day Entertainment Permit for Live Music at Trillium Brewing Company, Inc., 100 Royall St. on Sunday, October 12, 2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM for Fall Fest to be held on the...
The Board approve: the One -day Entertainment Permit for Live Music at Trillium Brewing Company, Inc., 100 Royall St. on Sunday, October 12, 2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM for Fall Fest to be held on the Outdoor Patio contingent upon Police, Fire and ZBA and Building approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve: the One -day Entertainment Permit for Live Music at Trillium Brewing Company, Inc., 100 Royall St. on Sunday, October 12, 2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM for Fall Fest to be held on the Outdoor Patio contingent upon Police, Fire and ZBA and Building approval Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $7100
The Board approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $7100
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Cemetery Commitments in the amount of $7100 Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deeds
The Board approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deeds
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deeds Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $1,359,817.91
The Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $1,359,817.91
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Final Bills in the amount of $1,359,817.91 Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $11,933.93
The Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $11,933.93
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment Residential in the amount of $11,933.93 Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of June 24, 2025 and June 26, 2025
The Board approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of June 24, 2025 and June 26, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of June 24, 2025 and June 26, 2025 Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Mr. M. Loughran Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Albert, second: Loughran)
Adjourn at 7:44 PM
The Board adjourn at 7:44 PM
The minutes give the vote as 5-0, but 3 members were present (Patricia M. Boyden, Christopher M. Albert and Michael C. Loughran). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board adjourn at 7:44 PM. Motion: Mr. C. Albert Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (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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