MassVoter.com← Canton Select BoardCanton Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
June 2, 2026
25 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Susan M. Harrington, Patricia M. Boyden, John R. McCourt, Michael C. Loughran, Julie Beckham
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Waive the administrative code
The Board waive the administrative code
Yes: Beckham, Boyden, Harrington, McCourtNo: Loughran
From the minutes
“Motion was made to that the Board waive the administrative code Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Loughran opposed) Second: Ms. T. Boyden Motion was made to accept the Zero Emission Vehicle First Policy Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Loughran and Mr. McCourt opposed) Vote: 4-1 (Mr..” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Accept the Zero Emission Vehicle First Policy
To accept the Zero Emission Vehicle First Policy
Yes: Beckham, Boyden, HarringtonNo: Loughran, McCourt
From the minutes
“Motion was made to accept the Zero Emission Vehicle First Policy Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Loughran and Mr. McCourt opposed) Vote: 4-1 (Mr. Vote: 3-2 (Mr..” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve the firm Municipal Resources, Inc. ("MRI") as the consultant for the Town Administrator Search and authorize the use of mitigation for up to $20,000
The Board approve the firm Municipal Resources, Inc. ("MRI") as the consultant for the Town Administrator Search and authorize the use of mitigation for up to $20,000
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the firm Municipal Resources, Inc. ("MRI") as the consultant for the Town Administrator Search and authorize the use of mitigation for up to $20,000 Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Appoint the following Police Officers -Riley Brown, Jamal Robert, Elizabeth Smith
The Board appoint the following Police Officers -Riley Brown, Jamal Robert, Elizabeth Smith
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint the following Police Officers -Riley Brown, Jamal Robert, Elizabeth Smith Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve the Personal Action Form for the Director of Assessing -Mary Tynan
The Board approve the Personal Action Form for the Director of Assessing -Mary Tynan
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Personal Action Form for the Director of Assessing -Mary Tynan Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Motion was made that the Board appoint the Assistant Treasurer/Collector-Lisa Carlton Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Appoint the Assistant Treasurer/Collector-Lisa Carlton
The Board appoint the Assistant Treasurer/Collector-Lisa Carlton
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint the Assistant Treasurer/Collector-Lisa Carlton Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0 Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve a Cost of Living Adjustment for all Full and Part Time Personnel Board Members (2.5%)
The Board approve a Cost of Living Adjustment for all Full and Part Time Personnel Board Members (2.5%)
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve a Cost of Living Adjustment for all Full and Part Time Personnel Board Members (2.5%) Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Authorize the request for the use of mitigation in the amount of $185,000 for the additional cost to construct the retaining wall at the Hansen
The Board authorize the request for the use of mitigation in the amount of $185,000 for the additional cost to construct the retaining wall at the Hansen
The minutes do not give a count or say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board authorize the request for the use of mitigation in the amount of $185,000 for the additional cost to construct the retaining wall at the Hansen Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-C.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve the PILOT Payment in lieu of taxes, forthe Hellenic Center and execute same
The Board approve the PILOT Payment in lieu of taxes, forthe Hellenic Center and execute same
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the PILOT Payment in lieu of taxes, forthe Hellenic Center and execute same Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Appoint the Select Board Members to the following committees: Master Plan Implementation Committee -1 year term Julie
The Board appoint the Select Board Members to the following committees: Master Plan Implementation Committee -1 year term Julie
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint the Select Board Members to the following committees: Master Plan Implementation Committee -1 year term Julie Community Preservation Committee 1 year term Trish Moderator Appointment — By Law Modernization Committee —1 year term Susan Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Appoint the following Police Department Representatives to the following committees
The Board appoint the following Police Department Representatives to the following committees
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint the following Police Department Representatives to the following committees: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Committee -Police Chief Michael Daniels Canton Alliance Against Substance Abuse -Police Chief Michael Daniels Constable -Deputy Police Chief Gifford Cruz Permit Advisory Committee and Constable-Lt. Charles Rae Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Appoint the School Committee Representative for the Master Plan Implementation Committee- Sonja Grauds
The Board appoint the School Committee Representative for the Master Plan Implementation Committee- Sonja Grauds
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint the School Committee Representative for the Master Plan Implementation Committee- Sonja Grauds Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Appoint the Canton Housing Representative to the Community Preservation Committee -Agnes Hagan
The Board appoint the Canton Housing Representative to the Community Preservation Committee -Agnes Hagan
The minutes give only the count (4-0-1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint the Canton Housing Representative to the Community Preservation Committee -Agnes Hagan Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 4-0-1.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Appoint the following to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Angela Chan, Christian Santiago Alicea
The Board appoint the following to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Angela Chan, Christian Santiago Alicea
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint the following to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Angela Chan, Christian Santiago Alicea Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Appoint the following to the Canton Cultural Council Vahsaun Givans, Tyrishma Allen, Joanne Connolly
The Board appoint the following to the Canton Cultural Council Vahsaun Givans, Tyrishma Allen, Joanne Connolly
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board appoint the following to the Canton Cultural Council Vahsaun Givans, Tyrishma Allen, Joanne Connolly Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve a request to hold the "Clarke Runs on Dunkin 5K Road Race" to be held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, beginning at 10:00 am from the Dunkin Donuts offices on Royall Street, contingent on...
The Board approve a request to hold the "Clarke Runs on Dunkin 5K Road Race" to be held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, beginning at 10:00 am from the Dunkin Donuts offices on Royall Street, contingent on Police, Fire and Building approval and written confirmation from Point32 to ensure there are no sports or other conflicts on their property at the same time as the road race
From the minutes
“Motion was made I move that the Board approve a request to hold the "Clarke Runs on Dunkin 5K Road Race" to be held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, beginning at 10:00 am from the Dunkin Donuts offices on Royall Street, contingent on Police, Fire and Building approval and written confirmation from Point32 to ensure there are no sports or other conflicts on their property at the same time as the road race Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW
The Board approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW SUPPLY Award for 7/1/2026 - 6/30/2027 Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW Award of PAPER contract for 7/1/2026-6/30/2027
The Board approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW Award of PAPER contract for 7/1/2026-6/30/2027
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW Award of PAPER contract for 7/1/2026 - 6/30/2027 Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW WATER & SEWER TREATMENT CHEMICAL Award for 7/1/2026-6/30/2027
The Board approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW WATER & SEWER TREATMENT CHEMICAL Award for 7/1/2026-6/30/2027
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW WATER & SEWER TREATMENT CHEMICAL Award for 7/1/2026 - 6/30/2027 Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve a Block Party at 9 Helen Drive on June 12, 2026 from 4 PM- 11:30 PM, contingent on Building, Police and Fire approval
The Board approve a Block Party at 9 Helen Drive on June 12, 2026 from 4 PM- 11:30 PM, contingent on Building, Police and Fire approval
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve a Block Party at 9 Helen Drive on June 12, 2026 from 4 PM- 11:30 PM, contingent on Building, Police and Fire approval Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve the Water and Sewer Commitment -Final Bills in the amount of $6366.04
The Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment -Final Bills in the amount of $6366.04
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment -Final Bills in the amount of $6366.04 Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve the Water and Sewer Commitment -Residential in the amount of $4,272,844.59
The Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment -Residential in the amount of $4,272,844.59
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Water and Sewer Commitment -Residential in the amount of $4,272,844.59 Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve the Cemetery Lot/Perpetual Care Deed
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 Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Approve the Minutes for the Select Board Meetings of May 19, 2026
The Board approve the Minutes for the Select Board Meetings of May 19, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the Board approve the Minutes for the Select Board Meetings of May 19, 2026 Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, second: Boyden)
Adjourn at 8:52 PM
To adjourn at 8:52 PM
From the minutes
“Motion was made to adjourn at 8:52 PM Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Mr. P. Boyden Vote: 5-0.” (Motion: McCourt, 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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