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Canton Former Select Board member

Christopher J. Connolly

Elected townwide · 6 terms in this record

Chris Connolly

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Record at a glance · 2019–2020 Board

34 of 34meetings attended (100%) · whole board 97%
517votes cast by name (yes, no or abstain)
1no votes (<1% of votes cast) · whole board <1%
1 of 5split votes where Christopher J. Connolly was in the minority · whole board 28%
2abstained
6terms in this record

On split votes, Christopher J. Connolly voted the same way as…

How these numbers work
  • Counted from the official minutes, for 2019–2020 Board only. Committee meetings and routine votes (adjourning, approving minutes) are not counted.
  • Attendance counts the meetings where the minutes list Christopher J. Connolly as present or absent at the start.
  • Only votes the minutes record member by member are counted. Voice votes and votes given only as a count (for example 6-3 with no names) are not.
  • Percentages are shown only when there are at least 10 meetings or votes to count.
  • A split vote is one where at least one member voted yes and another voted no. “In the minority” means on the side with fewer votes; ties are not counted.
  • “Whole board” combines every member’s record for the same term.

These numbers describe the record; they are not a grade. A no vote, an abstention or a minority vote is neither good nor bad. MassVoter never rates officials.

Attendance

At the start of 34 of 34 Select Board meetings in 2019–2020 Board.

Missed none.

Every meeting (34)

Votes where members disagreed · 2019–2020 Board

May 26The Board, given the constraints imposed by proper protocols…Motion: the Board, given the constraints imposed by proper protocols to stop…Passed 5–0 · Christopher J. Connolly: Not recorded

May 26, 2020: The Board, given the constraints imposed by proper protocols to stop the spread of the Covid-19 virus, adopt the Greenlodge Street Parking Sticker Distribution program as outlined by the Finance...

ApprovePassed · 5–0

The Board, given the constraints imposed by proper protocols to stop the spread of the Covid-19 virus, adopt the Greenlodge Street Parking Sticker Distribution program as outlined by the Finance Director, Selectmen Porter

The minutes give the count as 5-0, but the roll call reads: Michael C. Loughran yes, John J. Connolly yes, Christopher J. Connolly yes, Thomas W. Theodore yes. Showing the count only. Mark J. Porter stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.

From the minutes

“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, that the Board, given the constraints imposed by proper protocols to stop the spread of the Covid-19 virus, adopt the Greenlodge Street Parking Sticker Distribution program as outlined by the Finance Director, Selectmen Porter seconded. Roll Call was taken, vote 5-0 Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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

Apr 28Has a level of interest in the planning process…Motion: the Board has a level of interest in the planning process…Passed 4–1 · Christopher J. Connolly: Yes

April 28, 2020: Has a level of interest in the planning process for the MAPC's Regional Housing Services Office Project and is supportive of the Town Planner to work towards an agreement

ApprovePassed · 4–1

The Board has a level of interest in the planning process for the MAPC's Regional Housing Services Office Project and is supportive of the Town Planner to work towards an agreement

Voted: Yes

Yes: Christopher J. Connolly, Loughran, Porter, TheodoreNo: John J. Connolly

From the minutes

“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, that the Board has a level of interest in the planning process for the MAPC's Regional Housing Services Office Project and is supportive of the Town Planner to work towards an agreement, seconded by Selectmen Porter. Roll Call was taken, vote 4-1, Selectmen Connolly opposed Selectmen Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Opposed Selectmen C. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative Selectmen T. Theodore Affirmative.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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

Mar 31Approve a 4% increase for Blue Cross Blue Shield…Motion: the Board approve a 4% increase for Blue Cross Blue Shield…Passed 3–0 · Christopher J. Connolly: Abstained

March 31, 2020: Approve a 4% increase for Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Plan, an 8% increase for Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plan and a 2% increase for the Blue Cross Blue…

ApprovePassed · 3–0

The Board approve a 4% increase for Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Plan, an 8% increase for Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plan and a 2% increase for the Blue Cross Blue Shield Medex for FY 21 as recommended by the Human Resource Director and our Health Insurance Broker Cook and Company

Voted: Abstained

Yes: John J. Connolly, Loughran, PorterAbstained: Christopher J. Connolly, Theodore

From the minutes

“Motion was made by Selectmen Theodore, that the Board approve a 4% increase for Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Plan, an 8% increase for Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plan and a 2% increase for the Blue Cross Blue Shield Medex for FY 21 as recommended by the Human Resource Director and our Health Insurance Broker Cook and Company, seconded by Selectmen Porter. Roll Call was taken, vote 3-0-2 Selectmen J.Connolly Affirmative Selectmen M.Porter Affirmative Selectmen M.Loughran Affirmative Selectmen C.Connolly Abstain Selectmen T.Theodore Abstain.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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

Mar 31Pursuant to Section 1 of Chapter 45 of the…Motion: Pursuant to Section 1 of Chapter 45 of the Acts of…Passed Unanimous, 3 present · Christopher J. Connolly: Not recorded

March 31, 2020: Pursuant to Section 1 of Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2020 and because of the state of emergency declared by the Governor pursuant to executive order 591, Declaration of…

Adopt orderPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Pursuant to Section 1 of Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2020 and because of the state of emergency declared by the Governor pursuant to executive order 591, Declaration of a State of Emergency to Respond to Covid-19, the Town Election scheduled for April 7th, 2020 is hereby postponed. The election will be rescheduled to June 16, 2020

Christopher J. Connolly stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote. Thomas W. Theodore stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.

From the minutes

“Motion was made by Selectmen J. Connolly that Pursuant to Section 1 of Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2020 and because of the state of emergency declared by the Governor pursuant to executive order 591, Declaration of a State of Emergency to Respond to Covid-19, the Town Election scheduled for April 7th, 2020 is hereby postponed. The election will be rescheduled to June 16, 2020, seconded by Selectmen Porter. Resident Lisa Lopez asked for the specific plan for voting and how the voters will be educated with this change, she continued to ask about mail in ballots, mail in and early voting. Selectmen J. Connolly noted that the Board will support the Town Clerk, to which this falls under, they will do a reverse 911, update the website. Tracy Kenney, Town Clerk, noted that the ballots are printed with the April 7, 2020 date and that early voting will be offered. It must be requested by mail and allow can be submitted until election day of June 16, 2020. The early voting any voter may request by mail, submit, ballots returned in mail or in person. Roll Call was taken, vote 3-0-2 Selectmen M. Loughran Affirmative Selectmen J. Connolly Affirmative Selectmen C. Connolly Abstain Selectmen Theodore Abstain Selectmen M. Porter Affirmative.” (Motion: John J. Connolly, second: Porter)

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

Mar 23Reserve the authority to allow Town Counsel to file…Motion: to reserve the authority to allow Town Counsel to file law…Passed 3–0 · Christopher J. Connolly: Abstained

March 23, 2020: Reserve the authority to allow Town Counsel to file law suit on behalf of Town, if necessary, regarding moving the date of election

ApprovePassed · 3–0

To reserve the authority to allow Town Counsel to file law suit on behalf of Town, if necessary, regarding moving the date of election

Voted: Abstained

Yes: Loughran, Porter, TheodoreAbstained: Christopher J. Connolly, John J. Connolly

From the minutes

“Motion was made by Mr. Porter, to reserve the authority to allow Town Counsel to file law suit on behalf of Town, if necessary, regarding moving the date of election, seconded Mr. Loughran, vote: 3-0-2 Roll Call Vote Mr. M. Porter Affirmative Mr. M. Loughran Affirmative Mr. J. Connolly Abstain Mr. T. Theodore Affirmative Mr. C. Connolly Abstain.” (Motion: Porter, second: Loughran)

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

Mar 17Petition Representative Galvin to petition the State Legislature to…Motion: to petition Representative Galvin to petition the State Legislature to allow…Passed 2–0 · Christopher J. Connolly: Not recorded

March 17, 2020: Petition Representative Galvin to petition the State Legislature to allow the town to move the Town Election

ApprovePassed · 2–0

To petition Representative Galvin to petition the State Legislature to allow the town to move the Town Election

The minutes give only the count (2-0-1), not how each member voted. 4 members were present.

From the minutes

“Motion was made to petition Representative Galvin to petition the State Legislature to allow the town to move the Town Election Motion: Mr. M. Porter Second: Mr. M. Loughran abstaining Motion was made to declare an Emergency. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 2-0-1 Chairman.” (Motion: Porter, second: Loughran)

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

Oct 29Approve the current Memorial Hall hours as permanent hoursMotion: the Board vote to approve the current Memorial Hall hours as…Passed 3–2 · Christopher J. Connolly: Yes

October 29, 2019: Approve the current Memorial Hall hours as permanent hours

ApprovePassed · 3–2

The Board vote to approve the current Memorial Hall hours as permanent hours

Voted: Yes

Yes: Christopher J. Connolly, Porter, TheodoreNo: John J. Connolly, Loughran

From the minutes

“Motion was made that the Board vote to approve the current Memorial Hall hours as permanent hours. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 3-2 Mr. J. Connolly and.” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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

Aug 27Extend the trial hours at Memorial Hall to November…Motion: to extend the trial hours at Memorial Hall to November 1,…Passed 4–1 · Christopher J. Connolly: Yes

August 27, 2019: Extend the trial hours at Memorial Hall to November 1, 2019

ApprovePassed · 4–1

To extend the trial hours at Memorial Hall to November 1, 2019

Voted: Yes

Yes: Christopher J. Connolly, Loughran, Porter, TheodoreNo: John J. Connolly

From the minutes

“Motion was made to extend the trial hours at Memorial Hall to November 1, 2019. Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 4-1 (Mr. J. Connolly opposed).” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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

Aug 27Approve the Personnel Board Compensation PolicyMotion: to approve the Personnel Board Compensation PolicyPassed 4–0 · Christopher J. Connolly: Yes

August 27, 2019: Approve the Personnel Board Compensation Policy

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To approve the Personnel Board Compensation Policy

Voted: Yes

Yes: Christopher J. Connolly, John J. Connolly, Porter, TheodoreAbstained: Loughran

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the Personnel Board Compensation Policy Motion: Mr. T. Theodore Second: Mr. M. Porter Vote: 4-0-1 (Mr. Loughran abstained).” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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

Jul 23Approve the integration of AFSCME contract for FY20-22Motion: to approve the integration of AFSCME contract for FY20-22Passed 4–0 · Christopher J. Connolly: Yes

July 23, 2019: Approve the integration of AFSCME contract for FY20-22

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To approve the integration of AFSCME contract for FY20-22

Voted: Yes

Yes: Christopher J. Connolly, John J. Connolly, Porter, TheodoreAbstained: Loughran

From the minutes

“Motion was made to approve the integration of AFSCME contract for FY20-22 Motion: Mr. Theodore Second: Mr. Porter Vote: 4-0-1 (Mr. Loughran abstain).” (Motion: Theodore, second: Porter)

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

Votes with no disagreement (506)

    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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