Canton, Massachusetts · Saved source text
SB Minutes 4-28-26
Saved text from 4 of 4 source pages. Transcription and OCR may contain errors; verify figures and wording against the original.
Source page 1
IN Minutes April 28, 2026 7:00 PM Meeting Memorial Hall, 801 Washington St., Canton, MA Chair John R. McCourt I Vice -Chair Patricia M. Boyden Member Michael C, Loughran I Member Susan M. Harrington I Member Julie Beckham The meeting was resumed from Executive Session and called to order at 7:00 PM The Chair noted the meeting is being recorded by Canton Community Television The Chair noted Member Michael Loughran was not present as well as Interim Town Administrator Jennifer Kemalian. The Chair read statement about Public Comment Time was provided for attendees to discuss items not on the agenda Brenda Sweeney, Canton; Mike Khoury, Lillian Road, provided comments to the Board. Continued Public Hearing to obtain public input and hear the recommendations of the Water Sewer Rate Policy Committee and their consultant, relative to new water and sewer rates and rate structure with implementation date proposed for the bills issued in Fiscal Year 2027, i.e., as of July 1, 2026 The Chair noted this hearing was continued. Randy Scollins, Finance Director and Mike Trotta, Superintendent of Public Works, were before the Board. The discussion continued from the April 14, 2026 meeting, where the concern was the rates for some apartment dwellers. Mr. Scollins noted he doesn't see an effective way to transition the burden to other rate payers. The discussion continued as this is the nature of water billing is done. Ms. Boyden thanked the committee and others and noted that apartment dwellers would need to advocate to their landlords about other options. The discussion continued. Ms. Harrington noted apartment dwellers and property owners need to be educated, as some apartments have meters, but they are not town owned meters. Her suggestion was new construction projects should require new town meters, therefore individual units would have their own bills. Ms. Beckham thanked Mr. Scollins and the committee. She continued to note that the Board should aspire to improve the situation and more, and recommended that the research and these discussions start much sooner to allow time to problem solve. Mr. McCourt asked Mr. Trotta if he knew of mandates in other towns, with town meters, to which he did not know of. The discussion continued about future construction and town meters. More discussion was had. Motion was made that the Board close the public hearing Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 4-0 Motion was made that effective with the July 2026 billing cycle, that all Town of Canton water rates be increased by 3% and also that all Town of Canton sewer rates be increased by 3% Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 4-0
Source page 2
Consider re -appointment of Members of Boards and Committees -list attached Chair McCourt noted this is continued from the April 14, 2026 meeting. He noted that if there is not a majority consent he will move this matter to meeting on May 11, 2026 before Annual Town Meeting, when there would be a full board. Chair McCourt gave further explanation that due process should always be followed for all committee reappointments. He continued that after the research that Ms. Levitsky from the office did, the commitment and years of service of many members of various committees was evident. The discussion continued about the committee members having best interest of the town. Ms. Boyden noted the possibility of having an Executive Session and concerned inquiries should be sent via email. The discussion continued. Ms. Harrington suggested deferring the matter. There was more discussion. Ms. Beckham noted that there is longevity with some of these committee volunteers, who should be treated as employees and if necessary held accountable. The discussion continued. It was noted that this would be continued to the May 11, 2026 meeting. Motion was made that the Board approve the appointment of the Budget Analyst/Procurement Specialist - Maureen Kelly Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 4-0 Motion was made that the Board approve the request to hold the Canton High School Wellness Department's Champions of Wellness 5K Road Race, to be held on Sunday, November 22, 2026, race beginning at 9:00 AM at the Canton High School Campus and Football Field contingent upon certificate of insurance, Police and Fire approval Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 4-0 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 4 53A: the following donations to the Beautification Committee for Canton Clean Up Day: $250.00 from B & G Restaurant Supply Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 4-0 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 4 53A the grant of $62,500 from Outfront Media for the 95, Cedar and Shawmut locations Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 4-0 Consider the review of the new Sustainable Purchasing Policy which will replace and modernize the existing Buy Recycled Policy The Chair noted that this policy is from Mass DEP, and needs to be approved and accepted prior to June 1, 2026 in order to be eligible for recycling grants. Motion was made that the Board approve the Minutes for the Select Board Meetings of March 31, 2026 Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 3-0-1 (Ms. Beckham abstain) Motion was made that the Board approve the Minutes for the Select Board Meetings of April 14, 2026 Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 4-0 The Vendor Warrant total for the week of 04/16/26: $ 3,827,792.01 The Payroll Warrant total for the week of 04/16/26: $ 2,172,930.16 The Chair noted some announcements: Earth Day is Sunday May 3`d, 1-330; Dedication for the Paul Revere Heritage Site also Sunday May V, 2 PM; Educational session for the Specialized Code at the Senior Center on April 30". Member Julie Beckham noted the Little League Parade went well as did the Library 5K.
Source page 3
The Select Board will hold its next meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026. Motion was made that the Board adjourn the meeting at: 7:38 PM Motion: Ms. S. Harrington Second: Ms. T. Boyden Vote: 4-0 Respectfully s b ' ted, Clem Approved on: `
Source page 4
Attachments for April 28, 2026 Meeting Ir� 715 continued hearing from 4-14-2620... �j 715 more back up for water cliscussion.pclf 'ff1 715 Water Sewer Rate Hearing. pclf d SB Minutes 3-31-26.clocx SB Minutes 3-31-26.pclf SB Minutes 4-14-26.clocx SB Minutes 4-14-26.pclf List with number of years on committee.... } Maureen Kelly resume.pclf u NB Budget Analyst PAF and more.pdf NB Champion of Wellness information.pclf NB FinCom committee appointments.pdf NB Keep Canton Beautiful - B & G Restau... j` NB Outfront Media Check 62,500,00.pclf ' JNBpresentBuySustainable.pclf Other Business Payroll Vendor.pdf payroll venclor4-23-26,pdf