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Summer was filled with six concerts on the CHS front lawn which continue to
draw great crowds. Also, the Irish Cultural Center played host again to an
exceptional July 4th celebration with free activities for families, a concert, and a
top notch fireworks display.
In the fall, Canton took home the trophy again for the annual Great Pumpkin Feud
between Canton and Stoughton.
In addition to the many programs offered, the Commission and Department work
in conjunction with other town departments and community organizations. Parks
and Recreation is actively involved in the annual Health Fair and the Reebok
Canton Road Race organized by the Canton Association of Business and Industry
(CABI), and in the Canton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA).
COLLABORATION
Special thanks to Public Works, Fire, Police, Schools, Conservation, Board of
Health, and Library for their consistent contributions and cooperation throughout
the year to assist us with our programs and community events.
The Department would like to thank its staff and volunteers, the staff of all other
supporting town departments, the Board of Selectmen, and the citizens of Canton
for their continued support and participation in 2016. We hope everyone can find
their passion and get involved in 2017!
Respectfully submitted,
Nick Pirelli, M.S., CPRP, CEM®
Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation
& the Playground and Recreation Commission
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BLUE HILLS REGIONAL DISTRICT SCHOOL COMMITTEE
800 Randolph Street
Canton, Mass. 02021
Telephone: 781-828-5800
Fax: 781-828-0794
Email: dsc@bluehills.org
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
The following members comprised the 2015-2016 / 2016-2017 District School
Committee:
AVON: Mr. Francis J. Fistori
BRAINTREE: Mr. Eric C. Erskine
CANTON: Mr. Aidan G. Maguire, Jr.
DEDHAM: Secretary Thomas R. Polito, Jr.
HOLBROOK: Mr. Robert A. McNeil (Mr. Michael C. Franzosa was
elected to the position of Holbrook representative on Nov. 8, 2016.)
MILTON: Mr. Festus Joyce
NORWOOD: Mr. Kevin L. Connolly
RANDOLPH: Vice Chair Marybeth Nearen
WESTWOOD: Chairman Charles W. Flahive
The Blue Hills Regional District School Committee is pleased to submit its Annual
Report to the residents of the Town of Canton.
Blue Hills Regional Technical School continues its steadfast commitment to
providing the highest caliber academic and vocational instruction to district
students in grades nine through twelve, and to those receiving postgraduate
training. The nine towns in the district include Avon, Braintree, Canton, Dedham,
Holbrook, Milton, Norwood, Randolph, and Westwood.
Mr. James P. Quaglia is the Superintendent-Director of Blue Hills Regional
Technical School. Mr. Aidan G. Maguire, Jr., who graduated from Blue Hills in
1979, is the Canton representative on the Blue Hills Regional District School
Committee. The Committee meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month at
7:00 p.m. in the William T. Buckley District School Committee Meeting Room
(Room 207A) at the school at 800 Randolph St., Canton. The public is invited to
attend.
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Blue Hills Receives MSBA approval for Major Renovation Project Feasibility
Study
In July of 2016, the Massachusetts School Building Authority voted to partner
with Blue Hills Regional Technical School for the purpose of conducting a
Feasibility Study to examine the need for, and to explore options for, a renovation
of the existing Blue Hills facility.
Preliminary indications are that the fifty-year-old building is both structurally and
programmatically sufficient to support a renovation project that addresses
replacement and repairs to the building envelope, and replacement of windows and
entries. Also proposed in the renovation project is replacement of the HVAC
systems, electrical infrastructure, fire annunciation & suppression (sprinkler
system building wide), ADA compliance upgrades, public address system, as well
as consideration of school locker rooms, interior doors, lavatories, and student
lockers.
Currently, the district has hired Dore and Whittier Management Partners as the
Owner’s Project Manager. The architectural firm of Drummey, Rosane and
Anderson (DRA) has been hired as the design firm. Members of the School
Building Committee are scheduled to meet with the MSBA in mid-February for a
preliminary schematic review with an eye toward a late August Project Funding
Agreement from the MSBA. The district is planning meetings with local officials
to keep them informed of project progress, as well as project cost and funding
models. The first of such meetings will occur in January with another to be
scheduled for mid-April.
The district has established a web site, www.renovatebluehills.org, which will
provide member communities with up to date information on the project. “This
project is essential to Blue Hills providing quality career and technical training to
the students of your town for the next half century.” - James P. Quaglia,
Superintendent-Director.
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Fifty members of the Class of 2016 received John and Abigail Adams
Scholarships including Canton students Mitchell Mafra and Natalia Pacheco.
One hundred nine students from Blue Hills Regional attended the SkillsUSA
District Conference in February 2016. Student Sabrina Gates of Canton won a
bronze medal in the Nail Care category. The advisor to the Blue Hills chapter of
SkillsUSA is Mr. Robert Foley. SkillsUSA is a national organization for
vocational students that sponsors rigorous competitions at the local, district, state
and national levels at which students vie with their peers for gold, silver, or bronze
medals in various technical areas.
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Students in the Criminal Justice program visited the Canton Police Department on
February 12, 2016. Officer Scott Connor, a Blue Hills graduate and Blue Hills
School Resource Officer, gave 15 students a tour of the entire facility. They also
met Chief Kenneth Berkowitz and Deputy Chief Helena Rafferty.
Principal Jill Rossetti raised more than $3,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy
Association by participating in its “Lock-Up” fundraiser. This was just one of
many successful charitable endeavors conducted by Blue Hills administrators,
faculty and students throughout the year.
The annual William A. Dwyer Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS)
Induction Ceremony was held on April 12, 2016. Twenty-four new members were
inducted including Canton students Sean McDonagh, Andrew Bryant and Paul
Rampino. The NHS officers included Joyce Quach (Secretary) and Joseph Nee
(Treasurer) of Canton.
The annual breakfast held at Blue Hills to honor selected students with
scholarships, opportunities to attend a leadership conference and career assistance
awards from the Neponset Valley Rotary Club and Canton Rotary Club was held
on May 4, 2016 in the school’s student-run restaurant, the Chateau de Bleu. A
$500 scholarship was awarded to student Tristan Cahill of Canton by the Canton
Rotary Club. A Rotary Youth Leadership Award was given to student Bryan
Healey of Canton by the Canton Rotary Club.
In a ceremony held on May 4, 2016, 18 Health Assisting students received their
Certified Nursing Assistant pins, along with another valuable credential. They are
also now Geriatric Patient Care Associates, having completed training in that area
at Beth Israel Hospital Deaconess Hospital—Milton that was funded by the
Healthcare Workforce Transformation Fund administered by the Mass. Dept. of
Labor and Workforce Development.
At the Senior Scholarship and Awards Night on May 25, 2016, dozens of students
were honored for their achievements. Over $11,000 in memorial scholarships and
close to $25,000 in civic, state and industry awards was distributed to students,
over 100 of whom in the graduating class were recognized with certificates and/or
scholarships. Blue Hills is grateful to all the individuals and civic and municipal
organizations that generously recognized these deserving young men and women.
It was a stellar year in sports for Blue Hills Regional. Blue Hills Regional takes
great pride in all its student-athletes and coaches and congratulates them for their
tremendous dedication and hard work. Among the highlights were the selection of
Athletic Director Ed Catabia by the Massachusetts Football Coaches to coach in
the Shriners football game on June 17, 2017, and the selection of the Blue Hills
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Regional cheerleaders to participate as well. Quarterback Andrew Bryant of
Canton made 13 touchdown passes for the football team. The golf team went
undefeated at 14-0 and Coach Brian Gearty was Coach of the Year. Golf team Co-
Captains Sean McDonagh of Canton and Nate Newman had outstanding seasons,
with each achieving All-Star status. The football team was Mayflower League Co-
Champion, the boys’ soccer team was Vocational Champion, and the golf team
was Vocational and Mayflower League Champions.
When NASA astronaut Scott D. Tingle of Randolph goes up in space on board the
International Space Station (ISS) in 2017, he will be traveling with two unique
items symbolizing Blue Hills Regional, where he graduated in 1983. Christopher
Bullock of Avon, a student in Engineering, under the direction of teachers Dr.
Michael Meyers and Dan Hamill, created a detailed model of the ISS using a 3-D
printer. It bears the words “Blue Hills Regional Tech, Scott Tingle, Class of 1983.”
Blue Hills Construction students Jill Yurewicz of Randolph and Robert Devine of
Dedham, supervised by teacher Mike Harkin, fabricated a handsome wooden box
to store the model, with the letters “N-A-S-A” emblazoned across the lid mirroring
the space agency’s familiar, futuristic logo. The entire concept of making the
model and container is the brainchild of Blue Hills Superintendent James P.
Quaglia.
Commencement was held on June 7, 2016. Principal Rossetti was master of
ceremonies. In her speech to 190 students in the Class of 2016, she said, “May the
fire of learning kindled at Blue Hills always burn brightly in your hearts and
minds.” In his own address, Supt. Quaglia said, “What we really did for you here
is set the stage for your next act.” Thirteen students from Canton were among the
graduates including John Broberg, Tristan Cahill, Emily Culley, Isaac Hartigan,
Randal Johnson, Katherine Langione, Mitchell Mafra, Gregory Maguire, Amber
Murphy, Kevin O’Connor, Natalia Pacheco, Andrew Rizzo and Nina Wirta.
Blue Hills marked its 50th anniversary with an event at the school on June 10,
2016. Many former and present school employees and administrators attended this
festive gathering.
The Practical Nursing Program (Postsecondary Programs Division) is a full-time
program of study provided to adults on a tuition and fee basis. The Practical
Nursing students are prepared upon graduation to take the NCLEX-PN (National
Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing) through the State Board of
Registration in Nursing. The Practical Nursing program (Postsecondary Programs
Division) held its 27th Annual Commencement at Blue Hills on June 29, 2016 for
thirty students.
The 2016 foundation enrollment numbers for Blue Hills show 896 students at the
school, 66 from Canton.
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District School Committee members Mr. Festus Joyce of Milton, Mr. Kevin L.
Connolly of Norwood, Mrs. Marybeth Nearen of Randolph and Mr. Charles W.
Flahive of Westwood won re-election on Nov. 8, 2016.
Mr. Michael C. Franzosa was elected to be Holbrook’s representative to the DSC.
On November 16, 2016, Blue Hills Regional hosted its annual Open House. The
well-attended event allowed the public to visit classrooms and technical areas,
speak with students, teachers, and administrators, and gather information about the
school.
Blue Hills Regional is proud to offer various services to district residents – and in
some cases, the general public – from a variety of technical programs. This
practice allows students to utilize their training in practical, hands-on situations
that augment their classroom work. Furthermore, these professional-quality
services are available at well below commercial cost. Over the years, residents
and civic or municipal groups in the Town of Canton have saved considerable
money by having Blue Hills Regional students perform work for them.
Students in Cosmetology offer a full range of services for hair, skin and nails by
appointment. All members of the public are welcome. Students in the Adult
Cosmetology class also welcome customers in the evening.
Full-course lunches prepared by students are served to the public during the school
year in the Blue Hills Regional restaurant, the Chateau de Bleu. The restaurant is
open five days a week to serve the public. Bakery goods are available for
purchase, and the facility can also be used for civic group meetings.
Design and Visual Communications offers services which include: graphic design
and large format printing and mounting, banners, posters, lawn signs, window
graphics and wall graphics.
The Early Education Center features a preschool program for youngsters who are
two years, nine months old to kindergarten-entrance age. It is accredited by the
National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The program also provides a learning environment for students studying Early
Education.
Each year, Blue Hills Regional’s Construction Technology students build
residential projects. District residents are invited to submit applications for these
projects, which must last the full school year and have significant educational
value.
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Automotive Collision Repair & Refinishing and Auto Technology students do
automotive projects for community residents on a departmental-approved
appointment basis.
Electrical offers services which include residential wiring, smoke detectors,
telephone voice and data wiring, CATV and public building wiring for municipal
structures.
Graphic Communications offers services which include business cards, menus,
company letterhead, silk screening (including T shirts), pamphlets, booklets and
programs.
Metal Fabrication produces items such as fire pits, custom railings, landscaping
trailers and custom ornamental metal projects.
Respectfully submitted,
Mr. Aidan G. Maguire, Jr.
Canton Representative
Blue Hills Regional Technical School District
December 31, 2016
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CANTON SCHOOL COMMITTEE
John Bonnanzio, Chair 960 Washington Street
Canton, MA 02021
Michael Loughran, Vice-Chair Telephone – 781-821-5060
Fax – 781-575-6500
Kristin Mirliani, Secretary www.cantonma.org
Reuki Schutt, Member
Meg Gannon, Member
Hours of Operation Monday through Friday 8 AM to 4 PM
BUDGET
The School Department operating budget for the current 2016-2017 school year is
distributed as follows:
Salaries
0B $31,923,711
1B
Expenses
2B $ 6,648,999
3B
Total
4B $38,572,711
5B
The above figure represents a 6.38% increase above the 2015-2016 budget and
includes $495,000 of additional one-time funds appropriated for the conversion
from fee based to free full day kindergarten.
The operating budget of $38,572,711 is supplemented with revenue offsets
projected at $3,017,987 from revolving (fee-based) accounts and $1,209,000 of
federal and state grants as follows:
Revolving Accounts
Athletic User Fees/Gate Receipts $200,000
Building Rental Fees $300,000
Pre-School Revolving $100,000
Transportation $300,000
Student Parking $29,000
Full Day Kindergarten Revolving $187,987
Special Education Circuit Breaker Revolving $1,881,000
Extracurricular $ 20,000
Total $3,017,987
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Federal and State Grants
Teacher Quality $46,777
SPEC. EDUCATION 94-142 $790,956
Early Childhood (298) $1,400
Early Childhood (262) $30,484
SPEC. EDUCATION Program Improvement $27,081
Title I $235,133
Essential School Health $77,900
Total $1,209,731
The District’s FY17 budget, approved at Annual Town Meeting, totaled
$38,572,711. This 6.38% increase from the previous year’s budget supports the
District to effectively meet the needs of our students from grades PK-12, including
the implementation of free full-day kindergarten. The conversion from fee based
to free full-day kindergarten for all children in Canton was made possible with the
appropriation of $495,000 one-time funds at Annual Town Meeting (ATM). There
was an additional appropriation of $155,000 for a facilities master plan and
educational visioning study.
In addition to the shift in kindergarten, the FY17 budget supported the District to:
● Continue to meet the contractual obligations of all Collective Bargaining
Agreements;
● Address class size issues, most notably at Hansen Elementary School,
Galvin Middle School and Canton High School;
● Continue with development of special education programs to support
Canton students in the least restrictive environment;
● Provide for appropriate coverage before school at elementary and
secondary levels; and,
● Create more elective offerings for students at secondary level, including
additional Mandarin, American Sign Language and STEAM (Science,
Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) related courses.
The District’s FY17 Cash Capital Budget totaled $600,000. The district used the
cash capital funds to address the following:
Building Repairs and Improvements
● Energy Management System User Interface Replacement - CHS
● Hardwood Floor Refinishing - CHS
● Gym Door Divider - GMS
● Replace Chain Link Fence - JFK
● Handicap Accessible Door for the Library - JFK
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● Window Shade Replacement - JFK
● Carpet/Tiling - Luce
● Security Improvements - Preschool
● HVAC Improvements – District-wide
● Painting – District-wide
● Keyscan Door Access Control – District-wide
Technology
● Fiber Cable from CHS to Rodman
● Computer Lab Upgrades - CHS and GMS
● Wireless Expansion and Access Points- District-Wide
● Chromebooks, 2 Sets (30 Each) with 1 Cart - GMS
● HP Stream Laptops for Science Department – 25 total CHS
● Chromebooks and Mobile Charging Carts - 25 total, Elementary Schools
● Chromebooks and Charging Tubs - 36 total, Elementary School
● Interactive Projectors – 6 across Preschool and Elementary Schools
● Printer Replacement - District-Wide
● Classroom Monitors (200) – District-wide
● Document Cameras (54) – District-wide
Program Improvements
● Biotechnology Startup – CHS
● American Sign Language Lab Equipment and Software - CHS
● Textbooks - GMS
● iPads for Visual Arts (8) and Wellness (10)
● Electronic News Gathering Kits (9) - Visual Arts
● Wenger Signature Choral Risers - District-Wide
● Classroom-Based Instruments
● iMac Computers (20) and Software - CHS Performing Arts
Furniture & Fixtures
● Wright Standard Commercial Mower – GMS
● Desks - 50 – CHS
● Heartland/Nutrikids POS Replacement - District-wide
● Convection Ovens (2)
● Custodial Equipment - District-wide
● Handheld Radio Upgrade – District-wide
Vehicle Replacement
● 2016 Ford F350 with 8' Plow
Extraordinary Maintenance
● Remove Oil and Clean Tanks – District-wide
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MAJOR BUILDING PROJECT
In collaboration with the Building Renovation Committee, the Hansen School
opened for the start of school in September 2016 with increased classroom
capacity due to the addition of eight permanent classrooms. This project was
funded by a $4.1 million debt-exclusion override and included a new fire
suppression system throughout the school.
STUDENT ENROLLMENT
Shown below are the enrollment figures for the elementary, middle and high
schools for last year (2015-2016) and this year (2016-2017), as of October 1:
2015-2016 2016-2017 Difference
Pre-school 78 90 +12
Elementary 1482 1497 +15
Middle School 813 787 -26
High School 943 954 +11
Ungraded 59 51 -8
Total 3375 3379 +4
Demographics 2008 and 2016
The chart below shows the race/ethnicity percentages of the Canton Public Schools
student population in 2008 (total enrollment 3,049) and 2016 (total enrollment
3,308). Over this time, there has been an increase in the percentages of students
who identify as African American (2.3%), Asian (3.9%), Hispanic (.7%), and
Multi-race Non-Hispanic (1.2%). There has been a decrease in the percentages of
students identifying as Native American (.1%), White (8.2%), and Native
Hawaiian/Pacific Island (.2).
% in
% in 2008 Difference
2016
African American 8.2 10.5 +2.3
Asian 6.1 10.0 +3.9
Hispanic 3.5 4.2 +.7
Native American .2 .1 -.1
White 79.3 71.1 -8.2
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Island .2 0.0 -.2
Multi-race Non-Hispanic 2.7 3.9 +1.2
Total Enrollment 3049 3308 +259
Between 2008 and 2016, the percent of students in the Canton Public Schools who
are Limited English Proficient and Economically Disadvantaged increased
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slightly, .5% and .4% respectively, while the percent of Students with Disabilities
decreased one percent.
% in 2008 % in 2016 Difference
Limited English Proficient 1.3 1.8 +. 5
Students with Disabilities 14.3 13.3 -1.0
Economically Disadvantaged 11.2 11.6 +. 4
Total Enrollment 3049 3308 + 259
Mobility Rates
The mobility rate in 2016 is essentially the same as 2008. Mobility, as defined by
the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, is defined as those
students transferring into or out of public schools, districts or the state. There are
three different measures to capture mobility: Intake (Transfer-in) Rate; Churn
Rate; and Stability Rate. The Intake Rate measures the number of students that
enroll in the state, a district, or school after the beginning of the school year; the
Churn Rate measures the number students transferring into or out of a public
school or district throughout the course of a school year; and the Stability Rate
measures how many students remain in a district or school throughout the school
year. For further details and explanations see
http://www.doe.mass.edu/infoservices/reports/mobility/.
Churn/Intake Stability %
% Churn % Intake
Enrollment Enrollment Stability
2008 3165 7.1% 5.2% 3053 96.3
2016 3415 6.4% 3.7% 3318 96.4
PERSONNEL
The following staff members retired during calendar year 2015:
Years of
Employee Position
Service
Audry Busa CHS World Language Teacher 13
Katherine Swanson K-12 Wellness Coordinator 23
Barbara Edson GMS Math Teacher 14
Elaine McCarthy GMS Social Studies Teacher/Dept. Advisor 15
Patricia Falcione GMS Administrative Assistant 30
Janet Chamberlain JFK Grade 5 Teacher 19
Margaret Surran JFK Grade 5 Teacher 19
William Grant Custodian 30
Nelson Batchelder School Physician 59
Congratulations and thank you, to all our retirees, for their decades of service to
the Canton Public Schools and our students.
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ADMINISTRATION
During the school year 2015 – 2016, a number of administrative positions were
filled with interims. We are very grateful for the strong leadership of the following
educators who served in interim roles during this time of leadership transition,
including:
Jennifer Henderson – Interim Superintendent
Jayne Moore – Interim Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Christine McMahon – Interim Principal, JFK Elementary School
Mary Kay Whelan – Interim Assistant Principal
Maria Magazzu – Interim Team Chair/Administrator
During the spring of 2016, the Superintendent Search Committee, led by School
Committee member John Bonnanzio, completed a rigorous search process,
resulting in Dr. Jennifer Fischer-Mueller being named as the new Superintendent
of Schools, July 1, 2016. Previously, Dr. Fischer-Mueller served as the Deputy
Superintendent of Teaching and Learning in the Public Schools of Brookline since
2002. Jennifer Henderson returned to the role of Assistant Superintendent for
Curriculum and Instruction. In addition, Christine McMahon was named the
permanent Principal of the JFK Elementary School, along with Maria Magazzu as
Assistant Principal.
In May of 2016, the Canton School Committee welcomed Ms. Meg Gannon,
filling the seat vacated by the former Chair, Mr. Robert Golledge. Mr. Golledge
served on the School Committee for four years from 2012-2016. He was the chair
of the Canton School Committee during the years 14-15 and 15-16. We are very
grateful for Mr. Golledge’s service as a member of the Canton School Committee.
DISTRICT VISION, CORE VALUES AND GOALS
Every year, the School Committee is presented the District’s longstanding vision
and core values for renewal.
VISION
To develop students who are competent and creative thinkers, curious and
confident learners, and compassionate citizens.
CORE VALUES
Academic Excellence and Rigor
Inclusive and Engaged Community
Respectful and Responsible Relationships
Continuous Reflection and Improvement
Over the summer, the school district’s administrative team reviews performance
data and survey results to determine goals for the upcoming year. The following
goals were presented to the School Committee and approved for school year 2016
– 2017.
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GOALS
● All Canton staff will individually and collectively use data to
intentionally and strategically plan for and respond to students’ academic,
social, and emotional needs.
● The Canton Educator Evaluation process will promote reflection through
continuous conversations about teaching and learning that include both
celebrations and opportunities for growth.
● All Canton staff will hold every student in high esteem and respond to
their individual strengths, challenges, and identities, thus empowering
them to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
● All Canton staff will increase their instructional capacity to create a
classroom, school, and district culture that promotes social and emotional
learning, thus enabling every student access to the curriculum and the
development of community citizenship.
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
There are multiple measures of student achievement including local, state
(Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System - MCAS and Partnership for
Readiness for College and Careers - PARCC), national (National Assessment of
Educational Progress - NAEP) and international assessments (Program for
International Student Assessment - PISA and Trends in International Mathematics
and Science Study - TIMSS). Students of the Canton Public Schools and the state
of Massachusetts continue to perform well across all measures, with areas of
improvement clearly identified as the data are disaggregated by subgroups.
Examples of Canton students’ performance (in the aggregate) are listed below.
More detailed achievement data on multiple tests (MCAS, PARCC, SAT and AP)
are available on the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website,
http://profiles.doe.mass.edu/.
Test Scores
SAT Average Scores
Tests Taken Reading Writing Math
198 520 507 536
Advanced Placement Test Scores
# AP Courses at CHS # AP Tests Taken Average % Scoring 3-5
19 462 67.3
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The following websites show Massachusetts’ results on national and international
assessments:
NAEP - http://www.doe.mass.edu/mcas/natl-intl/naep/results/default.html
TIMMS - http://www.doe.mass.edu/news/news.aspx?id=24050
PISA - https://www.oecd.org/pisa/pisa-2015-results-in-focus.pdf
MCAS
Canton % Proficient State % Proficient
Grades Tested
or Higher or Higher
Science 5&8 57 44
Science 10 89 73
English 10 98 91
Math 10 88 78
PARCC
Grades Tested % Level 4 & 5
ELA 3-8 74
Math 3-8 67
2016 MCAS/PARCC Executive Summary – Assistant Superintendent, Jennifer
Henderson
The nineteenth administration of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment
System (MCAS) tests took place in spring 2016. All Canton schools took the
MCAS during that period of time with the exception of spring 2016. During this
past spring, the Galvin Middle School took the PARCC in English Language Arts
and Mathematics on the computer, grades 6, 7 and 8, and the elementary schools
took the PARCC in English Language Arts and Mathematics (paper and pencil) in
grades 3, 4 and 5. All schools took MCAS science (grades 5, 8 and 9).
District Overall Achievement – District Wide, over the period from 2008 to 2016,
while there were increases and decreases at all schools, the performance in
Proficient and Advanced was 81% ELA and 70% in Math in 2008 and 81% ELA
and 71% in Math in 2016. Science performance was not included in accountability
in 2008.
Canton High School – Longitudinal data for Canton High School demonstrates
continued improvement in Proficient and Advanced levels across all content areas
with the most significant gains in English Language Arts. Science scores are
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leveling off and SGP across all content areas has dropped. Scores for the high
needs population continue to be problematic in math.
Galvin Middle School – While the GMS consistently performed at Proficient+
levels in the high 80s in ELA for achievement, longitudinal data for the GMS
demonstrates nominal growth in Proficient and Advanced in ELA Math and
Science with SGP’s dropping.
Patterns across all elementary schools – While JFK continues to show the highest
levels of Proficient + levels across all grade levels, it is noted that the proficiency+
level has dropped in all areas as has the students with disabilities at the JFK. Luce
and Hansen show lower levels of Proficient and Advanced but Hansen has higher
SGP across all subject areas. Luce has demonstrated some positive movement
toward higher levels of proficiency (in 2016).
JFK Elementary School – While the JFK shows the highest of the three schools
(up to 2015) in Proficient and Advanced categories in all three content areas (with
drops in 2016), the Student Growth Percentile has declined in ELA.
Luce Elementary School – Longitudinal data shows that Luce’s Proficient and
Advanced levels dropped from a high in 2011 and in 2016 some minimal gains
were made (improving or met target). High needs scores and SGP in ELA and
Math are improving. However, Luce displayed gains in math and ELA in grade
three in 2016.
Hansen Elementary School – Data over time shows continuing upward trends in
both Proficient and Advanced as well as SGP with the exception of science.
District Action Steps
Across all schools, we analyze trending data for impact of inclusive
practice.
Across all elementary schools, middle and high, we are addressing new
science standards and performance based learning
Professional Development – We continue to move forward High
Expectations Teaching for all faculty (currently administrators
trained). Move to phase two of PD for social and emotional learning as
the foundation for all learning. Continue to address science from a
Performance Based Learning and Assessment standpoint (while rewriting
curriculum to address new standards).
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Educator Evaluation Process – We will focus on reflective conversations
about teaching and learning. We continue to focus on evaluator
calibration for supervision and evaluation of effective teaching and
learning.
Collaboration and Technology – We are building collaborative educator
teams to continually evaluate data with regard to the impact of
instructional strategies. Increased instruction and integration of
technology is a focus (with new technology integration teachers).
Massachusetts Framework for Assistance and Accountability
All the Canton schools and the district maintained their Levels, as defined by the
Massachusetts Framework for Assistance and Accountability, a system to classify
schools and districts on a 5-level scale (1 being the highest and 5 being the
lowest). The Hansen Elementary School maintained their Level 1 status, while
Canton High School, Galvin Middle School, Luce Elementary School, JFK
Elementary School, and the school district remains Level 2.
Honors and Awards
In addition to performance on standardized tests, the excellence of the Canton
Public Schools is demonstrated by and a multitude of honors and awards. All of
the student, teacher and school awards of 2016 are too numerous to list here;
below are some of the notable achievements:
● Goldin Foundation Excellence in Education Award – Kate Kelly (CHS)
● Canton High School Library featured as the March Spotlight Library on
the Mass School Library Association's website – Joanne Teliszewski and
Nancy Keyo
● Massachusetts and New England Math Team Champions
● Mass Music Educators Association All-State -- Nino Ruggeri and Rigel
Galgana
● Nominated for the YMCA Annual Core Values Award – CHS Character
Crew, Nicole Poole
● Scholastic Art & Writing Award Winners –
Grace Lehane – Drawing & Illustration, Gold Key
Mixed Media, Honorable Mention
Michaela Mancuso – Digital Art, Gold Key
Venice Morris – Photography, Silver Key
Mia Tess – Art Portfolio, Silver Key
Nicky Cao – Photography, Honorable Mention
Abby Capraro – Photography, Honorable Mention
Melody DeMers – 2 Drawing & Illustration, Honorable Mentions
1 Painting, Honorable Mention
Molly Grey – Mixed Media, Honorable Mention
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Hannah Morin – Painting, Honorable Mention
Additionally, Congratulations to our
2016 Scholastic Writing Award Winners!
Lauren DiTullio – Poetry, Honorable Mention
Lee Dasol – Poetry, Honorable Mention
Grace Lehane, Gold Key -- Drawing and Illustration, "Freckles"
● Student Television National Convention, Public Service Announcement,
First Place Award – Mia Tess, Jason Kaplan and Roni Polsgrove
● Featured in National Athletic Management Magazine – Danny Erickson,
published March 2016
● National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
Accreditation – Rodman Early Childhood Center
● Hockomock Film Festival Awards –
●
Best Documentary
1st Place Eye in the Sky – Mia Tess
3rd Place Terpischore – Roni Polsgrove
Best Music Video
2nd Place Ship Without an Anchor – Roni Polsgrove, Meryl
Prendergast and Kyra Fishman
Honorable Mention – CHS Lip Dub (It could not win because music
was licensed for only play on YouTube but was given special
consideration)
Best Public Service Announcement
2nd Place Get Schooled - Roni Polsgrove, Mia Tess and Jason Kaplan
● Norfolk County Teachers Association – Honor Award, Elaine McCarthy
and Service Award, Lynne Wesman
● Hockomock League Sportsmanship Awards – CHS Boys Hockey, Girls
Basketball, and Wrestling
● Hockomock League Champions - Boys Hockey and Girls Swimming
● South Sectional Semi-Finals - Boys Hockey
● State Championship – Swimming, Sebastian Melendez
● Hockomock Student Athlete Scholars – Catherine Song and Mark Clancy
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CHS Class of 2016 – Colleges and Universities
Below is a list of the college and university choices of the graduating class of 2016:
American University (2) Keene State College
Assumption College Lasell College
Babson College (2) Lesley University
Becker College (2) Loyola University (2)
Bentley University Massachusetts College of Art and
Berklee College of Music Design
Boston College Massachusetts Maritime Academy (2)
Boston University Massasoit Community College (12)
Brandeis University Massachusetts College of Pharmacy &
Bridgewater State University Health Sciences (2)
Bridgton Academy Merrimack College (5)
Brown University Michigan State University
Bryant University Mount Ida College
Bunker Hill Community College Mount Wachusett Community College
California State University, Northridge New Hampshire Technical College
Clark University Nichols College
Clarkson University Northeastern University (4)
Coastal Carolina University Plymouth State University
College of Charleston Princeton University
College of the Holy Cross Providence College (3)
Community College of Rhode Island Quinnipiac University (4)
Computer Science Regis College (2)
Connecticut College Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Curry College (5) Rhode Island College (2)
Dean College (2) Rhode Island School of Design
Dickinson College Roanoke College
Elon University Rochester Institute of Technology (2)
Emerson College Roger Williams University
Emmanuel College (3) Roxbury Community College
Endicott College (3) Saint Anselm College (2)
Fitchburg State University Salve Regina University
Framingham State University (3) Simmons College
Harvard University Southern New Hampshire University
Howard University Springfield College
Hudson Valley Community College Stonehill College (3)
Husson University Suffolk University (2)
James Madison University (3) Syracuse University
Johnson & Wales University, Providence The George Washington University
(2) The University of Alabama
The University of Tampa
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Tufts University
Tulane University
Union College (New York)
University of California, Berkeley
University of Dayton
University of Delaware (2)
University of Maine
University of Maryland, College Park
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
(7)
University of Massachusetts, Amherst (15)
University of Massachusetts, Boston (3)
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
University of Miami
University of New Hampshire
University of North Texas
University of Rhode Island (6)
University of Rochester
University of South Carolina
University of Southern California
University of Virginia
Villanova University (2)
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Wesleyan University
West Virginia University
Westfield State University
Wheelock College
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (2)
In summary, the Canton Public Schools continue to provide a high quality preK-12
education for the children of Canton. The school district’s success is the result of
the community’s high expectations for excellence and ongoing support.
Respectfully Submitted:
Dr. Jennifer Fischer-Mueller, Superintendent
Mr. John Bonnanzio, School Committee Chairman
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TOWN COUNSEL
December 30, 2016
Paul R. DeRensis, Esq. One Design Center Place, Suite 600
Deutsch Williams Brooks DeRensis & Boston, MA 02210
Holland, P.C. Telephone – 617-951-2300
Fax – 617-951-2323
E-mail – pderensis@aol.com
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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ANNUAL REPORT
REPORT OF TOWN COUNSEL
2016
This year was a very active and successful year for the Law Department:
1. Advice & Legal Documents. This year numerous advisory
opinions were rendered to various Town officials and Boards relating to a wide
variety of issues and subjects. Frequent and ongoing attention was given to
reviewing and/or drafting Bylaws, contract documents and agreements, easements,
open meeting law issues, public records requests, license process issues for a
variety of types of licenses, including alcohol, common victuallar and auto dealer
licenses, wetlands issues, storm water regulations and controls, zoning covenants,
procurement documents, public road documents, conflict issues under the State
Ethics Act, bylaw enforcement issues, Warrants for Town Meetings, ballot
questions, and other legal documents.
2. Labor Issues. We provided advice from time to time during
2016 regarding a variety of federal and state law and issues applicable to non-
union employees, including providing some advice regarding the hiring process for
a new Town Administrator.
3. Projects. We assisted with various road layout and traffic
issues, including possible truck exclusions; economic development questions;
Building Department code enforcement issues; assistance to Planning Board for
site plan review; ANR issues and subdivisions; development and ongoing issues
relating to the Paul Revere Heritage Park Site; issues relating to Reservoir Pond
and the Reservoir Pond Dam; University Station and Dedham Street corridor;
sewer issues; election issues; animal control issues; streetlight acquisition issues;
intermunicipal fire dispatch agreement, regulatory issues involving tobacco and
marijuana dispensary facilities, wireless tower leases; the solar power electrical
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generation facility at the Town’s former landfill; PILOT (payments in lieu of
taxes) agreements and Tax Incremental Financing agreements, issues related to the
town’s Park and Recreation Department; conservation restrictions and preservation
restrictions; Community Preservation Act matters; and issues associated with the
collapse of Metropolis Rink.
4. Administrative Agencies. We pursued the interests of the
Town before the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission, Appellate Tax Board,
Bankruptcy Court and the Office of the Attorney General, and consulted with the
State Ethics Commission, and Department of Revenue regarding various town
issues.
5. Litigation & Labor Arbitrations. As of December 31, 2016,
there were 5 pending lawsuits and claims involving the Town, as follows:
- 1 lawsuit involving the Water Department:
Vermont Mutual Ins. Co. (as subrogee of Moawed) v. Town of Canton
and Boston Budget Plumbing . Norfolk Superior Court (pending)
- 2 lawsuits involving the Board of Appeals:
George A. Lewis v. Canton Board of Appeals, Norfolk Superior Court
NOCV 2015-01129.
Tasi v. Canton Board of Appeals, Norfolk Superior Court
1682CV01115
- 1 lawsuit involving the Conservation Commission:
41 Plymouth Street, LLC: Request for Superseding Order of Conditions,
DEP File No.124-1095.
- 1 Claim:
Cole v. Town of Canton (DPW).
Each of the above efforts required the participation of numerous Town
officials and private citizen volunteers - all working together towards a better
Canton.
Thanks to the Board of Selectmen and all other Town officials and
citizens for their cooperation and assistance towards a successful year.
Respectfully submitted,
Paul R. DeRensis
TOWN COUNSEL
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN’S SERVICES
Hours of Operation - Monday thru Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
660 Washington Street
Phone No. 781-821-5505 Fax No. 781-575-6570
Tony Andreotti
Director and Veterans’ Service Officer
tandreotti@town.canton.ma.us
Jennifer Trethewey
Office Administrator
jtrethewey@town.canton.ma.us
~ ANNUAL REPORT - 2016 ~
The Department of Veterans’ Services offers assistance, information, and support
to Canton Veterans and their families. Please reach out to us if you have questions
about benefits available to you through state and federal programs.
2016 VETERANS OUTREACH, BENEFITS AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS
The Agent’s Corner, our weekly column in the Canton Citizen and
featured on Canton Cable;
Maintenance and utilization of our Canton Veteran database based on
responses to the Canton census;
Veterans’ Services information offered at the Canton Health Fair,
including important updates on the Veterans’ HOME Act;
Monthly coffee hours, featuring a guest speaker, were held on the first
Thursday of each month at the Canton Senior Center. Many thanks to our
2016 speakers: Canton Veteran and department volunteer Walter Molis;
Chief Ken Berkowitz, Canton Police; John Connolly, Canton Selectman;
Terrie Khoury, Canton Department of Public Health; Robert Pierson,
Director, Norfolk County RSVP Volunteer Program; Mark Porter, Canton
Selectman and member of the Blue Ribbon Traffic Committee; Senator
Walter Timilty; Paul Haley, retired Navy Captain and fighter pilot;
Debbie Fradkin, HESSCO Community Relations Manager; Christopher
Plant, MA Equipment Distribution Program; Dr. Michael Rauch, Canton
Health and Wellness Center.
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2016 CEREMONIES AND EVENTS
Dedication of a plaque honoring, in memoriam, Canton resident, Army
Veteran, and friend and supporter of the Veterans’ Services Department
Al Meda, May 22, 2016;
Ceremony to Honor Canton’s Fallen Heroes at the Legion Walk of
Honor, June 12, 2016;
Fifth Annual Canton Veterans Golf Day on August 15, 2016;
Annual Veterans Day Breakfast at the Legion on November 11, 2016.
HONOR GUARD FUNERALS
Our all-volunteer Honor Guard was privileged to offer Military Honors as a show
of respect at the funerals of 40 local veterans in 2016. Since 2002, we have been
honored to offer this tribute to 659 veterans.
VETERANS’ MEMORIAL PARK
In 2016, the Department utilized donations from the Canton Veterans’ Fund to
light the flagpoles at the Veterans’ Memorial Park and American Legion Post 24
Walk of Honor, ensuring that this tribute to our fallen heroes can be seen at any
time, day or night.
DONATIONS RECEIVED
In 2016, the not-for-profit Canton Veterans’ Fund received $38,059 in donations,
bringing the total donations received since 2002 to over $397,000. Using this fund,
the Department is able to offer programs and services to honor, serve, remember,
and assist our local veterans without increasing our department’s budget. Thank
you to all who have donated!
PATRIOTIC PROGRAMS
The Department and members of the Honor Guard were pleased to return to the
Galvin Middle School, St. John the Evangelist School, and the Hansen, Kennedy,
and Luce Elementary Schools for programs in 2016. We were also privileged to
visit Tower Hill Nursing Home for an afternoon of patriotic songs and Veterans’
Day celebration..
BENEFIT CLAIMS PROCESSED
Over 50 claims, both state and federal, were processed in 2016, requesting burial
benefits, grave markers, G.I. insurance, and more.
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RETURN OF VETERANS’ BENEFITS
In 2016, $150,650 was reimbursed to the town by the state for benefits paid out
through the MA Ch. 115 assistance program to qualifying Canton Veterans and
their surviving dependents.
VETERANS SERVICES OFFICER CERTIFICATION
Our Veterans Services Director and Agent Tony Andreotti has successfully
completed the mandated Massachusetts Certification for Veterans Services
Officers. His current certification is valid through 2018.
HOMETOWN HEROES AWARD
In August, 2016, the Department was notified that Tony Andreotti had been
chosen as one of Blue Hills Bank’s 2016 Hometown Heroes. The Hometown
Heroes program highlights groups and individuals who make their communities a
better place to live and work. Tony was chosen as one of 12 Hometown Heroes
from over 50 nominees. Although the award was presented to him individually, he
feels this was an honor given to all of Canton, where as a community we foster a
culture in which we say to our veterans, “We see you, we honor you, and we
remember you.” This is special and unique, and makes us proud to be a part of this
wonderful town.
PAST PROGRAMS, CEREMONIES AND EVENTS
Relocation of town monuments to create Veterans’ Memorial Park;
Creation and Dedication of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bench
honoring Canton Veterans who survived the war but died later from
illnesses connected to Agent Orange exposure;
“Fallen Heroes” Street Sign Program, 2001;
Commencement Exercises for WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War
Veterans;
The Wall that Heals, Traveling Vietnam Memorial, 2005;
“Before You Go” WWII Honor and Remembrance Ceremony, 2007;
Korean War Era Veterans Honor and Remembrance Ceremony, 2009;
Vietnam Veterans “Welcome Home” Honor and Remembrance
Ceremony, 2011;
Rededication of the restored WW I Monument, 2013;
Rededication of the restored Civil War Soldier statue, 2014;
Dedication of a Headstone for Sgt. Rudolph E. Araujo, Killed in action in
Vietnam, 2014;
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Dedication and Raising of the six new Branch Flags at the American
Legion Walk of Honor, Veterans Memorial Park, 2015.
VIDEO TAPING VETERANS (ONGOING PROGRAM)
Interviews of veterans to preserve their war experiences for generations to come.
To date, 29 videos have been produced with Canton Community Television to be
sent to the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project.
WW II –REGISTRY OF REMEMBRANCE (ONGOING PROGRAM)
Over 1,000 veterans of WW II were entered on the website of the registry located
at the WW II MEMORIAL in Washington, D.C. by the veteran department
volunteers.
Respectfully submitted,
Tony Andreotti
Director and Veterans’ Services Officer
Jennifer Trethewey
Office Administrator
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CANTON ROLL OF HONOR
Honoring Those Who Died
In Service to Their Country
World War I: Edward J. Beatty, Patrick J. Cronin, Ettore DelVecchio, Allan W.
Douglass, Josiah Fuller, Pietro Gallo, Albert H, Gavigan, Leo V. Gray, Helen
Homans, George H. Horton, William P. Monahan, John Shaw, Arthur W. Thomas,
George St. George.
World War II: Walter G. Berteletti, Albert M. Callahan, Michael J. Callanan,
William J. Casey, Robert G. Dallahan, Parker B. Dodge, Donald J. Galligan, John
J. Gately, Robert E. Gelpke, Donald J. Graham, John F. Griffin, Dana F. Igo,
Michael J. Julian, John A. Lawrie, Louis P. Mendes, Carlyle W. Packard,
Frederick W. Powers, Dietrich F. E. Rasetzki, William F. Roach, Harold P. Rolfe,
Gerald W. Scully, Arthur A. Smith, Arthur W. Thomas, Harris P. Tracy, Andrew
R. Wood, Jr..
Korean War: Ferdinand Berteletti, Ernest Carrara, Paul J. Hannon.
Vietnam War: Rudolph E. Araujo, Antonio Falco, Peter H. Hansen, Bruce J.
Matta.
Iraq War: Shayne M. Cabino.
Post-Vietnam (Agent Orange-Related Deaths): Robert J. Barrette, Richard D.
Buck, Thomas F. Doherty, David L. Farrow, William J. Hogan, Kevin J. Kelly,
Kevin F. LaCivita, Richard A. MacPhail, Robert W. Redmond, David A. Schnopp,
Anthony D. Uliano, Paul E. Weiderhold, William J. Weiderhold.
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WATER SEWER RATE & POLICY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Michael Trotta, Public Works James Murgia, Finance Director
Dennis Morton, Water Sewer Supervisor Sepp Berschneider
Patricia Cawley, Water Sewer Office Admin.
The Water Sewer Rate and Policy Committee meets to assure that the costs and
revenues needed to fund the pumping, treating, and delivery of a continuous and
safe water supply are adequate for all residents and businesses in Canton. The
Committee’s goals in setting water sewer rates are to allocate costs fairly among
customers, to maintain a rate that fully covers cost of operation and infrastructure
investment, and to comply with regulatory and industry standards.
Enterprise funding for Canton Public Works is designed to cover Water Sewer
Division direct costs, such as salaries and purchase of goods and services, indirect
costs such as FICA, retirement, and workers compensation, and debt service
authorized at Annual Town Meeting.
After a review of Water and Sewer Enterprise Fund balance sheets, the Committee
recommended no rate change for the year.
Respectfully Submitted
Michael Trotta
Superintendent of Public Works
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Paul B. Carroll, Chairman 801 Washington Street
Gregory L. Pando, Vice Chairman Lower Level
Gary E. Vinciguerra, Member Canton, MA 02021
John R. McCourt, Alternate Telephone-781-575-6589
James A. Fitzpatrick Jr., Alternate Fax-781-575-6574
Tamra Stock, Administrative Asst and
Recording Secretary
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday - Friday 7:30AM – 3:30PM
Monday 7:30AM – 5:00PM
2016 was an eventful year for the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Zoning Board of
Appeals conducted 57 formal hearings consisting of 26 residential petitions and 31
commercial petitions. There were 52 informal hearings consisting mainly of
applications for signs/banners, request or extensions to prior decisions, and minor
modifications to site plans and previously approved decisions.
The Board wishes to express its appreciation to their support staff including
Building Commissioner Ed Walsh, Administrative Assistant and Recording
Secretary, Tamra Stock, and Town Counsel Deutsch/Williams, all who provided
the Board with the assistance necessary to make 2016 meaningful and constructive
for the Zoning Board of Appeals.
The Board would also like to thank the Board of Selectmen, Town Administrator
Charlie Aspinwall, and the Planning Board for all their assistance and support
during the year.
Regular member John S. Marini resigned after several dedicated years of service
and Administrative Assistant and Recording Secretary Adrienne Borges has
relocated to the Public Works Department. I would like to personally thank John
and Adrienne for all their knowledge, experience, dedication and hard work for the
Town of Canton and for this Board.
To replace those dedicated officials, Gary E. Vinciguerra has become a regular
member and we have a new alternate member, James A. Fitzpatrick. We also have
a new Administrative Assistant and Recording Secretary, Tamra Stock.
Finally, I would like to personally thank my colleagues on the Board: Greg Pando,
Gary Vinciguerra, John McCourt, and James Fitzpatrick for another great year.
Their knowledge, experience, dedication and hard work are the qualities that have
contributed to the Zoning Board of Appeals’ significant accomplishments in the
year 2016.
Respectfully Submitted,
Paul B. Carroll
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TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF CANTON
TOWN CLERK
Tracy K. Kenney
Gale M. McHugo, Assistant Town Clerk
Kathy R. Dever, Senior Clerk
801 Washington Street
Canton, Massachusetts 02021
Telephone 781-821-5013 Fax 781-821-5016
Email tkenney@town.canton.ma.us
Hours of operation: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 9am to 5pm
Tuesday from 9am to 7pm
To the citizens of Canton:
In January 2016 the Annual Town Census was mailed to each residence in Canton.
I would like to remind residents of the importance of returning the Annual Town
Census. Everyone residing at an address should be listed, including children.
Many of the funds allocated to the Town of Canton are dependent on our reported
population. The information obtained from the Town Census is also used to
predict future student enrollment, proof of residence and voter lists. If you are a
registered voter, responding to the census also insures that your voter status will
remain active. By law, failure to respond to the census shall result in removal
from the active voting list and may result in removal from the voter registration
rolls.
Elections were our main focus in 2016. The Presidential Primary was held on
March 1st. A total 7,309 votes were cast.
The fact that there were no contested races on the April 5 th Annual Town Election
ballot likely contributed to the low turnout. A total of 334 votes were cast.
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On May 9th Canton’s voters convened for the Annual Town Meeting held in Morse
Auditorium at Canton High School with a total of 288 voters in attendance over
the course of two sessions.
The State Primary was held on September 8th. A total of 1,636 votes were cast.
The State Election was held on November 8th. A total of 13,170 votes were cast.
Beginning with the November 8th State Election, Massachusetts voters, for the first
time ever, were able to cast their ballots before Election Day. During the October
24th to November 4th early voting period, over five thousand ballots were cast in
Canton. More than thirty-one percent of Canton’s registered voters took
advantage of early voting. In addition, over one thousand voters cast their vote via
an absentee ballot, meaning that, of the over thirteen thousand total votes cast for
the Presidential Election, almost half of those were cast prior to Election Day.
In an effort to make early voting accessible to any registered voter who wished to
take advantage of the opportunity the Town Clerk’s office offered extended hours
and a half day on the only Saturday during the early voting period . Our first
experience with early voting was quite educational. We were certain that early
voting would be popular, however, the number of voters casting early ballots was
more than we had anticipated and it placed quite a strain on the office staff but I
can truthfully say that early voting was a success. On behalf of myself and the
Board of Registrars, I would like to express our appreciation to Deborah DiIeso
and Jeremy Comeau for their assistance during the early voting period.
In 2014, a new law was enacted which requires post-election audits after
presidential elections. Three percent of all of the precincts in Massachusetts must
be hand counted as part of the audit process. The precincts to be audited are
chosen at random through a non-computerized drawing supervised by the
Secretary of State two days after the election. As luck would have it, Canton’s
Precinct 5 was chosen. With assistance from the Town Clerk’s staff and eighteen
election workers, the Board of Registrars supervised the audit of the 2,272 ballots
cast in Precinct 5. Although the hand count resulted in a discrepancy of a few
votes, we perceive the cause of this discrepancy on human error and not the
performance of the election equipment. Results of the audit are available for
viewing on the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s website at www.sec.state.ma.us
I would like to express my appreciation to the administration and staff at the
Canton Public Schools and the Blue Hills Regional Technical School for
accommodating us during this busy election year.
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In addition to elections and the annual census, voter registration, dog licensing,
State Ethics and Open Meeting Law requirements and website management keeps
the Town Clerk’s office busy throughout the year.
The number of active registered voters in Canton totaled 15,694. Our population
is 21,443.
In 2016 the Town Clerk’s office recorded 258 births, 93 marriages and 275 deaths.
In 2016 the Town Clerk’s office issued 1,479 dog licenses. For your convenience,
dog license renewals may be included with your response to the Annual Town
Census. Simply include a check payable to the Town of Canton. The fee is $15
for a spayed/neutered dog or $20 for a dog that has not been fixed. Please
remember to include a photocopy of your pets rabies certificate if it has recently
received a new vaccination. The deadline to license is May 30th each year.
I invite you to explore the Town Clerk’s webpage for information regarding our
services at www.town.canton.ma.us. Click on “Departments” and then “Town
Clerk”.
In conclusion I would like to thank all of the elected officials, town employees, our
election workers and the citizens of Canton for their cooperation and support
during the year. I would also like to thank Assistant Town Clerk Gale McHugo
and Senior Clerk Kathy Dever for their continued support.
Respectfully submitted,
Tracy K. Kenney
Town Clerk
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ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION
APRIL 5, 2016
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PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY GREEN-RAINBOW MARCH 1, 2016 PRESIDENTIAL PREFERNECE 1 2 3 4 = 6 TOTAL SEDINAM KCMCURRY 0 f Wie STEIN WILLIAM P_KREME ]KENTMESPLAY JDARRYLCHERNEY [e*Donald Trump BLANK es A) | A) | ce | A) ne | STATE COMMITTEE MAN 1 2 3 4 5 6 TOTAL BLANKS TOTAL | | STATE COMMITTEE WOMAN 1 2 3 4 5 6 TOTAL OTAL | il 5 6 TOTAL 3 = r 4 8 = | : | . | . | : 5 | i=} TOTAL 115
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PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY UNITED INDEPENDENT PARTY MARCH 1, 2016 PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE 1 2 3 4 5 6 TOTAL INO PREFERENCE] [ohn kasich pete Cruz S*BemieSanders 0 P [e*DonaldTrump a OTAL 116
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