SB Minutes 9-15-26

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Minutes 
September 15, 2026 
7:00 PM Meeting 
Memorial Hall, 801 Washington St., Canton, MA 
Chair Susan Harrington I Vice -Chair Patricia M. Boyden 
Clerk John R. McCourt I Member Michael C. Loughran I Member Julie Beckham 
Meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM 
It was noted Julie Beckham was not present. 
The Chair noted the meeting is being recorded by Canton Community Television 
The Chair read statement about Public Comment 
Time was provided for attendees to discuss items not on the agenda. 
Brenda Sweeney, Canton; Kristen Newton, Canton provided comments to the Board. 
Fire Department Officer Promotions and Pinnings 
Chief Jamie Meier was before the Board to recognize the following promotions. Chief gave years of 
services for each Officer and announced the family members pinning as each Officer was pinned. 
• Lieutenant Justin Tilley, pinned by wife Melissa Tilley 
• Lieutenant Michael Hache, pinned by wife and daughter, Katie and Penny Hache 
• Lieutenant Daniel Pendergast, pinned by wife Allesandra Pendergast 
• Captain Sean Fallon, pinned by wife Stacey and Grace 
• Captain Ryan Patrician, pinned by his children Lillian, Michael and Charlotte Patrician 
• Captain Anthony Flematti, pinned by wife Sarah Flematti 
• Deputy Chief Andy Morgan, pinned by wife Sue Morgan 
• Deputy Chief Frank Walsh, pinned by wife Sarah Walsh 
Pledge of Allegiance Discussion 
Chair Harrington started the discussion about reciting the Pledge of Allegience before each Select Board 
Meeting. The discussion continued and Board members noted their opinions. Ms. Boyden referenced a 
recent letter in the Canton Citizen and noted the oath that is taken by Board members; Mr. Loughran is 
not opposed to reciting but did not feel the need to change how it is done now; Mr. McCourt is in favor of 
reciting; Ms. Harrington noted it is recited at Annual Town Meeting and was not aware of a reason to do it 
now. Resident Brenda Sweeney referenced the banners and thought it was a nice salute to the Veterans. 
Residents Liza Colburn referenced mid term elections and thinks it could be related. This was taken under 
advisement and will be voted at a future meeting. 
Request for support for the Affordable Housing Trust's application for FY 28 CPA funding 
Kevin Shea, Housing Trust Administrator was before the Board on behalf of the Affordable Housing Trust 
asking support for their Community Preservation Application. There was a discussion. He is requesting 
funds so the town can maintain the subsidized housing inventory. There was more discussion. 
Motion was made that the Board support the Affordable Housing Trust's application for FY28 CAP Funding 
Motion: Mr. J. McCourt Second: Ms. P. Boyden Vote: 4-0