MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
July 22, 2025
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: John R. McCourt, Patricia M. Boyden, Susan M. Harrington
Absent: Christopher M. Albert, Michael C. Loughran
During the meeting:
- The Chair noted members Michael Loughran and Chris Albert were not present.
Every vote, in order
At the recommendation of the Finance Director, the Select Board agree and accept the proposed Third Lease Extension and Amendment for the John J. Metropolis Skating Rink Lease reflecting...
The Board at the recommendation of the Finance Director, the Select Board agree and accept the proposed Third Lease Extension and Amendment for the John J. Metropolis Skating Rink Lease reflecting amendments to the Ice Time Fees, the annual Rent paid to DCR, and an updated mailing and contact information
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board at the recommendation of the Finance Director, the Select Board agree and accept the proposed Third Lease Extension and Amendment for the John J. Metropolis Skating Rink Lease reflecting amendments to the Ice Time Fees, the annual Rent paid to DCR, and an updated mailing and contact information Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Open the Public Hearing
The Board open the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board open the Public Hearing Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Close the Public Hearing
The Board close the Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board close the Public Hearing Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Approve the application to amend a license for underground storage of flammable and combustible liquids at 2760 Washington St. in Canton made by Colbea Enterprises, LLC 695 George Washington...
The Board approve the application to amend a license for underground storage of flammable and combustible liquids at 2760 Washington St. in Canton made by Colbea Enterprises, LLC 695 George Washington Highway, Lincoln, RI 02865
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the application to amend a license for underground storage of flammable and combustible liquids at 2760 Washington St. in Canton made by Colbea Enterprises, LLC 695 George Washington Highway, Lincoln, RI 02865 Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Authorize Town Counsel to draft the home rule petition to move the vote
The Board authorize Town Counsel to draft the home rule petition to move the vote
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board authorize Town Counsel to draft the home rule petition to move the vote Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Select Public Safety Consultants, LLC of Boxford, MA as the Search Firm for the permanent Police Chief hiring process
The Board select Public Safety Consultants, LLC of Boxford, MA as the Search Firm for the permanent Police Chief hiring process
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board select Public Safety Consultants, LLC of Boxford, MA as the Search Firm for the permanent Police Chief hiring process Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a donation to the Library in the amount of $125.00 from Richard C. Moraski to purchase...
The Board accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a donation to the Library in the amount of $125.00 from Richard C. Moraski to purchase library materials
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 to the Library in the amount of $125.00 from Richard C. Moraski to purchase library materials Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, 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: $2800 from HESSCO to...
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: $2800 from HESSCO to be used as a stipend for hosting the SHINE Counselor; Donations in memory of Mary Masciola:$50 from Michael and Claire Kodis, $50 from Mary Graziano; $20 from Jane Gehl
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: $2800 from HESSCO to be used as a stipend for hosting the SHINE Counselor; Donations in memory of Mary Masciola:$50 from Michael and Claire Kodis, $50 from Mary Graziano; $20 from Jane Gehl Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Accept and authorize: the use of the gift in accordance with the terms there of under MGL Ch. 44 § 53A a donation of $100 from B&G Restaurant Supply for Canton 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 a donation of $100 from B&G Restaurant Supply for Canton Clean Up Day
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 $100 from B&G Restaurant Supply for Canton Clean Up Day, seconded, Trish, 3-0.” (second: Boyden)
Approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG); Paper contract for W.B. Mason 7/1/2025-6/30/2026
The Board approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG); Paper contract for W.B. Mason 7/1/2025-6/30/2026
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG); Paper contract for W.B. Mason 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026 Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Approve the request to hold the Ponkapoag Civic Children's Triathalon Event to be held on Sunday, August 24, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM, subject to Police and fire approval
The Board approve the request to hold the Ponkapoag Civic Children's Triathalon Event to be held on Sunday, August 24, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM, subject to Police and fire approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the request to hold the Ponkapoag Civic Children's Triathalon Event to be held on Sunday, August 24, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM, subject to Police and fire approval Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Approve the request for the use of mitigation funds from the Brightview account in the amount of $40,000 from the Police Department for Equature Recording system
The Board approve the request for the use of mitigation funds from the Brightview account in the amount of $40,000 from the Police Department for Equature Recording system
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the request for the use of mitigation funds from the Brightview account in the amount of $40,000 from the Police Department for Equature Recording system Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms, Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Appoint the Central Maintenance Supervisor -Robert Martin
The Board appoint the Central Maintenance Supervisor -Robert Martin
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint the Central Maintenance Supervisor -Robert Martin Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Agree to a mutual release and terminate the 2008 Ward Well License Agreement between the Town of Canton and the Irish Cultural Center (ICC)
The Board agree to a mutual release and terminate the 2008 Ward Well License Agreement between the Town of Canton and the Irish Cultural Center (ICC)
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board agree to a mutual release and terminate the 2008 Ward Well License Agreement between the Town of Canton and the Irish Cultural Center (ICC) Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meeting of July 8, 2025
The Board approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meeting of July 8, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Minutes from the Select Board Meeting of July 8, 2025 Motion: Ms. Harrington Second: Ms. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, second: Boyden)
Adjourn at 8:36 PM
The Board adjourn at 8:36 PM
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board adjourn at 8:36 PM Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 3-0.” (Motion: Harrington, 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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