Canton public meetings in 2025

Water/Sewer Rate & Policy Committee

The Water & Sewer Rate Policy Committee will meet to confirm the goals and scope of a rate study, review the project schedule, and establish communication protocols. The meeting is scheduled for Friday, December 19, 2025, at 8:00 AM in the Salah Meeting Room at Memorial Hall.

• Confirm rate study goals and objectives
• Review project schedule and milestones
• Establish data-sharing protocols and communication expectations
• Vote on minutes from November 12, 2025 meeting
• Next meeting date to be determined

School Committee

The Canton School Committee will review and vote on 2026-2027 PreK tuition rates, two policies, and the appointment of an Assistant Superintendent. The meeting also includes approval of warrants totaling over $3 million and the consent agenda.

• Rodman PreK Tuition (1st read): 2026-2027 rates for consideration
• Policy IKFE & Policy IKF (2nd read and VOTE): Approval vote required
• Recommendation of Assistant Superintendent (VOTE): Appointment decision
• Warrants: AP warrants totaling $1,111,510.45 and payroll warrants totaling $4,135,792.94
• Donation: MusicCounts! scholarship fund donation of $6,077.50

Canton Walk, Bike and Hike Committee

The Walk, Bike and Hike Committee is reviewing next steps for the Mary E Wentworth project and identifying targets for open space grants. The body will also discuss the Galvin Middle School project and the 2026 All-town Clean-up.

• Mary E Wentworth project CCPC Application approved for $112,000
• Identification of targets for $249,000 in available open space funding
• Planning for the 5th annual Canton All-town Clean-up on April 4, 2026
• Galvin Middle School project update

Canton Affordable Housing Trust

The Canton Affordable Housing Trust will approve the Washington Station Local Action Plan. It will also review updates on the Economic Hardship Housing Assistance Program, the FY 27 Community Preservation Committee funding request, and the Housing Production Fund. The board will consider two Local Initiative Program applications for 30 Coppersmith Way and 399 Neponset Street. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next meeting.

• Approval of Washington Station Local Action Plan
• Review of Local Initiative Program application for 30 Coppersmith Way
• Review of Local Initiative Program application for 399 Neponset Street
• FY 27 Community Preservation Committee Funding Request Update
• Housing Production Fund Update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a site plan approval for Canton Holdings, LLC to build a 13‑stall town‑owned parking lot at 96 Revere Street. It will also review a special permit/variance for PP Canton, LLC to add a drive‑through fast‑food restaurant (Muffin House) with indoor and outdoor seating at 2‑4 Washington Street. Additional items include dimensional relief requests for a garage with an in‑law addition at 7 King’s Road, an addition with a basement at 378 York Street, and a site‑plan modification for a car‑rental business at 437 Turnpike Street.

• Site plan approval for a 13‑stall town‑owned parking lot at 96 Revere Street (Canton Holdings, LLC/Town of Canton & Eversource)
• Special permit/variance to amend a 1992 decision for a drive‑through fast‑food restaurant (Muffin House) with indoor and outdoor seating at 2‑4 Washington Street (PP Canton, LLC)
• Dimensional relief to construct an 18’ × 25’ garage with a second‑floor in‑law addition at 7 King’s Road (McNeice Construction/Colin Clapton)
• Dimensional relief to add a basement to a pre‑existing accessory structure at 378 York Street (Sebastian Gonzalez)
• Modification of site plan to operate a car‑rental business with office space at 437 Turnpike Street (Leonard Nimmens/Saverz Rent A Car)

Historical Commission

The Canton Historical Commission will hear a presentation on a new middle school by Justin Thibeault of ai3architects. The meeting will also include a call to order and a time for updates or unanticipated items. No decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Call to Order
• Presentation on new middle school by Justin Thibeault (ai3architects)
• Updates/Unanticipated items

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review tax exemptions, abatements, and the commitment of actual 2026 bills. The board will also discuss updates regarding 275 Dan Road, PILOT, and classifications.

• Commitment of Actual 2026 Bills
• Update on 275 Dan Road
• PILOT Updates
• Exemptions
• Abatements

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss several items, including website modifications and updates on Route 138. It will review past minutes and receive an update on a short‑term zoning request for 555 Turnpike Street, south of Randolph Street, which has been sent to the Town Clerk. The committee will also consider a MAPC grant for technical assistance on Route 138 and hear updates on the Master Plan I Action Plan and the 2025/2026 Town Planner reports. New business and scheduling of the next meeting will conclude the agenda.

• Short‑term zoning request for 555 Turnpike Street, south of Randolph Street (sent to Town Clerk)
• MAPC grant: Technical Assistance Program for Route 138 and related opportunities
• Modifications to the Town of Canton Economic Development Committee website
• Updates on Route 138
• Master Plan I Action Plan update

School Committee

The committee will first approve the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting. Next, it will review the proposed pre‑kindergarten tuition for fiscal year 2027. Finally, it will discuss the FY27 operating budget.

• Approve minutes of November 12, 2025
• Review FY27 PreK tuition
• Review FY27 operating budget

Norfolk County Retirement Board

The Norfolk County Retirement Board will review and potentially approve the 2026 office budget and the 2025 budget variance report. It will also consider authorized payments, new members and retirees, legal invoices, and a pension forfeiture hearing. Additional items include an investment update and a request to re‑establish a member’s date at a cost of $46,849.02.

• Approval of the open and executive session minutes of November 19, 2025
• Discussion and potential vote to accept and approve the 2026 Office Budget
• Discussion and potential vote to acknowledge the 2025 Office Budget to Projected Expenses review
• Robert Bullock § 15 Pension Forfeiture Hearing
• Re‑establish membership for Robert Weiss (Millis) to 7/1/20, cost $46,849.02

Planning Board

The Canton Planning Board will consider a site plan for the Galvin Middle School at 55 Pecunit Street. It will discuss potential zoning article proposals for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting. The board will also vote on the minutes from the October 15 and December 3, 2025 meetings.

• 55 Pecunit Street – Galvin Middle School site plan review
• Discussion of potential zoning articles for the Annual Town Meeting
• Review and approval of October 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review and approval of December 3, 2025 meeting minutes

School Building Committee

The Canton School Building Committee will meet on December 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes votes to approve the November 19, 2025 meeting minutes and project invoices, and a possible vote to appoint a Prequalification Committee. The committee will also receive a budget update and a schedule update, and will hear public comments. The meeting will end with setting the next meeting date.

• Vote to approve November 19, 2025 SBC meeting minutes
• Vote to approve project invoices
• Possible vote to appoint Prequalification Committee
• Budget update presentation
• Schedule update presentation

Blue Hills Regional District

The District School Committee will review staffing and salary plans and vote on several FY26 warrants. The body will also consider requests to decommission equipment from the Metal Fabrication and Cosmetology departments.

• Warrant #29 for $105,842.61
• Warrant #30 for $759,106.79
• Warrant #31 for $675,895.48
• Warrant #32 for $749,068.85
• Decommissioning of a Piranha Metal Cutting Shear and a Samsung Electric Dryer

Blue Hills Regional District

The Blue Hills Regional Technical School DSC Policy Subcommittee will meet on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM in Room W-229. The agenda item is the proposed staffing and salary plans. The subcommittee will discuss these proposals.

• Proposed staffing plans
• Proposed salary plans

Sustainability Committee

The Canton Sustainability Committee will discuss updates on the Energy Consultant RFP and MVP 2.0 Grant, the draft Specialized Energy Code warrant article, and draft vision statements for two energy-focused committees. The meeting includes a review of the FY 2027 budget request for sustainability projects. Additional updates cover the Canton Electricity Choice Program and a support letter for a Trillium-FM Generator AMP grant application.

• Status update on the Energy Consultant RFP and MVP 2.0 Grant
• Status of Draft Specialized Energy Code Warrant Article and Motion (Attachment 1)
• Review Draft Vision Statement & Charter for Canton Electricity Choice Committee (Attachment 2) and Committee on Energy and Climate Resilience (Attachment 3)
• FY 2027 Budget Request for sustainability initiatives (Attachment 4)
• Canton Electricity Choice Program update and support letter for Trillium-FM Generator AMP Grant Application (Attachment 5 & 6)

Other Meeting

The JFK School Council will meet to review family survey data and discuss agreed-upon action steps. The meeting is scheduled for December 15, 2025, at 4:00 PM in the JFK Conference Room.

• Review of Family Survey Data
• Discussion of agreed-upon items and action steps
• Next meeting scheduled for January 19, 2026

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on four wetland and stormwater permit applications for properties at 53 Indian Lane, 50 Linden Glen, 96 Revere Street, and 454 York Street. Each application seeks construction or landscaping activities within 100 feet of a vegetated wetland buffer. The commission will also discuss transferring the Stormwater Authority to the Canton Public Works Department.

• Public hearing – Request for Determination of Applicability, 53 Indian Lane (Parcel 101‑11, RDA #163‑25) for home addition near vegetated wetland.
• Public hearing – Wetland Notice of Intent, 50 Linden Glen (Parcel ID #109‑88, DEP 124‑13XX) for tree removal and grading to expand lawn near wetland.
• Public hearing – Wetland Notice of Intent, 96 Revere Street (Town of Canton, Parcel IDs #26‑95 & 26‑236, DEP 124‑1365) for parking lot construction within wetland buffers.
• Public hearing – Wetland Notice of Intent, 454 York Street (Parcel ID #109‑11, DEP 124‑1366) for landscaping, hardscaping, deer fencing, and minor septic repair near wetland.
• New business – Discussion on moving Stormwater Authority from Conservation Commission to Canton Public Works Department.

Playground and Recreation Commission

The Playground and Recreation Commission will review financial reports, committee updates, and programming updates for winter and special events. The body will also discuss a new partnership with On Base Performance.

• Review of financial reports and operating budget
• Discussion on mitigation funds for a recreation project
• Winter programming updates
• Special Events: Santa's Breakfast
• New partnership with On Base Performance

Housing Authority

The Canton Housing Authority will hold a special meeting on Dec 9, 2025 to hold a public hearing on its proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2027. The agenda includes presentation of the five‑year capital‑improvement plan, the maintenance and repair plan, the current operating budget, and responses to the Performance Management Review findings. Attendees may submit oral or written comments, which the Authority will summarize and incorporate as appropriate. The Authority will consider input from the Local Tenants’ Organization and Resident Advisory Board before finalizing the plan.

• Public hearing on the proposed Annual Plan for FY 2027
• Presentation of the 5‑year Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion of the Maintenance and Repair Plan
• Review of the Current Operating Budget
• Consideration of Performance Management Review findings

Housing Authority

The Canton Housing Authority will review minutes from the November 18 meeting, financial reports for October and November, and expenditures for November and December. New business includes discussion of the annual plan, the 2026 property insurance, a change order for Rubin Court federal‑Pacific panels, a contract for the Rubin Court shed, and write‑offs. Director reports will cover resident services, vacancy rates, and modernization projects.

• Annual Plan
• Property Insurance ‘26
• Rubin Court Federal Pacific Panels – Change Order
• Rubin Court Shed – Contract
• Write‑offs

Board of Library Trustees

The Canton Board of Library Trustees will hold two executive sessions to discuss strategy regarding a class action grievance filed by AFSCME Council 93 on behalf of union employees. The sessions are called under M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) because open discussion could affect the public body's bargaining or litigation position. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss strategy for class action grievance filed by AFSCME Council 93 (Item 1)
• Executive session to discuss strategy for class action grievance filed by AFSCME Council 93 (Item 3)

The trustees voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss a class‑action grievance and a staff grievance. After the executive session, the board unanimously approved adjournment of the meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Motion to enter executive session approved unanimously (roll‑call)
• Motion to adjourn meeting approved unanimously (roll‑call)

Community Preservation Committee

The Canton Community Preservation Committee will hear public comments, approve the minutes from the December 1 meeting, review ongoing projects, and vote on the Community Preservation Act funding recommendations for fiscal year 2027. Any additional topics not anticipated by the chair will also be considered.

• Public comments from attendees
• Approval of minutes from December 1, 2025
• Review and discussion of committee projects
• Vote on CPA funding recommendations for FY27
• Unscheduled topics not anticipated 48 hours in advance

The Community Preservation Committee approved funding recommendations for eight projects, including a $315,000 allocation for the American La France fire engine restoration. All motions passed with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. These are recommendations that will be presented to voters at the Annual Town Meeting in May 2026.

• Approved $200,000 Hansen Playground Resurfacing (7-1-0)
• Approved $112,000 Wentworth Recreational Facility Survey and Wetland Delineation (8-0-0)
• Approved $315,000 American La France Fire Engine Restoration (8-0-0)
• Approved $16,274 Gridley School Structural Analysis (7-0-1, Chair abstained)
• Approved $20,000 Paul Revere Heritage Site Barn ADA Door Openers (8-0-0)
• Approved $90,000 Hemenway Window Replacement – Phase IV (8-0-0)
• Approved $100,000 Affordable Housing Production Fund (8-0-0)
• Approved $10,000 Gridley Burying Ground Restoration (8-0-0)

Canton Diversity Equity and Inclusion

The Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee will discuss upcoming cultural collaborations and event planning. The body is scheduled to vote on a keynote speaker for Black History Month and conduct budget planning.

• Vote for Black History Month keynote speaker
• Budget planning
• Lunar New Year collaboration with Library
• Proposed 'Spring into Fitness' program with Library
• Eid funds discussion

School Committee

The Canton School Committee will consider several items, including a vote on the Special Education Reserve Fund article for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. The meeting also includes review of Executive Session minutes from November 20, 2025, updates on a competency determination policy, district goals, and FY26 capital projects. Routine items such as warrants and a small donation are on the consent agenda.

• Vote on Article for 2026 Annual Town Meeting – Special Education Reserve Fund
• Review and approve Executive Session minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting
• FY26 Capital Project Status Update presented by Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations
• First reading of the Competency Determination Policy (Policy IKFE)
• Approval of AP warrants: $448,473.22 (Nov 20 2025) and $871,144.14 (Nov 26 2025)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear requests for dimensional relief, special permits, and sign modifications. The board will also discuss a proposed change of use for a commercial building.

• Dimensional relief for 9 Cross Street
• Special permit for commercial vans at 1111 Pleasant Street
• Sign modification at 30 Industrial Drive
• Change of use at 5 Lincoln Street
• Temporary banner for Christmas tree removal

Other Meeting

The Dean S. Luce School Council will meet to discuss the results of the Fall Caregiver Survey and conduct a review of the council's by-laws.

• Fall Caregiver Survey update
• By-Law review

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a site‑plan review for a proposed 13‑space parking lot with electric‑vehicle charging stations at 96 Revere Street. The project, submitted by Bernard N. Plante of Canton Holdings, LLC, includes paving, curbing, landscaping, and minor utilities. The board will also discuss and approve the calendar of meeting dates for 2026.

• Site‑plan review of a 13‑space parking lot with EV charging stations at 96 Revere Street (Applicant: Bernard N. Plante, Canton Holdings, LLC).
• Discussion and approval of the 2026 Planning Board meeting date calendar.

Other Meeting

The Galvin Middle School Council will review general updates, including family conferences, the launch of winter clubs and sports, the GMS building project, and the 5‑8 transition committee. The council will also examine UDL work and the overview of the GMS Pilot Project. Finally, they will discuss progress‑monitoring procedures for terms 2‑4.

• Family conferences update
• Winter club and sports launch
• GMS building project update
• 5‑8 transition committee update
• UDL work and GMS Pilot Project overview

School Committee

The Canton School Committee will open the meeting, approve the November 24, 2025 minutes, and then discuss possible revisions to the IKFE competency determination and the IKF graduation requirements. These items are slated for discussion and review, with no decisions recorded in the agenda.

• Approve minutes of November 24, 2025
• Review and consider revisions to IKFE competency determination
• Review and consider revisions to IKF graduation requirements

Board of Health

The Canton Board of Health will vote to approve a variance for a septic system at 4 Woodcliff Road, allowing a reduction in required vertical separation. The board will also consider renewing animal licenses and updating the food inspection policy.

• Variance request for 4 Woodcliff Road septic system
• Vote to approve Marea Canning Body Art Practitioner License
• 2025 Animal License Renewal for Lori Jablonski
• Vote to update Food Inspection Policy
• Review and signature of 11/3/2025 meeting minutes

Community Preservation Committee

The Canton Community Preservation Committee will hear public comments, review the November 17th minutes, and receive updates on several projects. Three grant applicants—Paul Revere Museum of Discovery & Innovation, the Affordable Housing Production Fund, and the Wentworth Recreation Facility Survey and Wetland Delineation—will present. The committee will then discuss project reviews and vote on CPA funding recommendations for FY27.

• Grant applicant presentation: Paul Revere Museum of Discovery & Innovation (MoDI)
• Grant applicant presentation: Automatic Door Openers (Revere & Son Heritage Trust)
• Grant applicant presentation: Affordable Housing Production Fund (Affordable Housing Trust)
• Grant applicant presentation: Wentworth Recreation Facility Survey and Wetland Delineation (Walk, Bike, & Hike Committee)
• Voting on CPA Funding Recommendations for FY27

The committee approved the November 17 minutes unanimously. It also voted to extend the Hunneman Hand Tub project and the Canton Corner Cemetery‑Phase II and Olde English Burying Ground projects to February 2026. The proposed 2026 CCPC meeting schedule was accepted by all members. No other motions were recorded as decided.

• Approved November 17 minutes (7-0-0)
• Extended Hunneman Hand Tub Project (FY22) to 2/23/26 (7-0-0)
• Extended Canton Corner Cemetery‑Phase II (FY16) and Olde English Burying Ground (FY17) projects to 2/23/26 (6-1-0)
• Accepted proposed 2026 CCPC meeting schedule (unanimous)

By-Law Modernization Committee

The Canton By‑Law Modernization Study Committee will meet on December 1, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Aldrich Meeting Room of the Canton Public Library. The agenda includes a call to order, approval of the October 27, 2025 minutes, a public comment period, a consultant project update via remote participation, and discussion of potential annual town‑meeting articles for the committee. The meeting will also set the date for the next session before adjourning.

• Approval of October 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consultant project update – remote participation
• Discussion of potential annual town‑meeting article to continue committee
• Discussion of other potential annual town‑meeting articles
• Setting the next meeting date

School Committee

The School Committee Policy Sub‑Committee will meet at 9:00 a.m. in Room 19 of the CPS Administration Building, 960 Washington Street, Canton. It will review and approve the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. The committee will discuss and consider revisions to the IKFE competency determination and the IKF graduation requirements. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Review and approve minutes of October 6, 2025
• Discuss revisions to IKFE competency determination
• Discuss revisions to IKF graduation requirements

School Committee

The Canton School Committee will hold a second read and vote on the Superintendent's FY27 Capital Budget recommendations. The body will also consider a vote on the QI Financial Report and an April 2026 NYC trip for performing arts students.

• FY27 Capital Budget Recommendations (2nd Read and VOTE)
• QI Financial Report (VOTE)
• April 2026 out-of-state trip to NYC for performing arts (VOTE)
• 11/13/25 payroll warrant for $2,125,849.90
• CHS ELA donation of $300.00 for Food and Travel Writing Course

Canton Walk, Bike and Hike Committee

The Walk, Bike & Hike Committee will review several ongoing projects, including the Mary E. Wentworth recreation feasibility study and its next steps. They will evaluate the $249,000 open‑space grant that is available and consider possible uses. The meeting also includes a review of fall trail maintenance, discussion of the Galvin Middle School project, and planning for the 5th annual Canton All‑town Clean‑up scheduled for April 4, 2026.

• Mary E. Wentworth project: propose topographic, property line survey and wetland delineation
• Fall Trail Maintenance review (publicity, sign‑ups, participation)
• Open Space grant: $249,000 available, seeking target projects
• Galvin Middle School project discussion
• 5th annual Canton All‑town Clean‑up fundraising letter and April 4, 2026 clean‑up date

Canton Affordable Housing Trust

The Canton Affordable Housing Trust will review updates on the Gridley School adaptive reuse study and the Emergency Housing Assistance Program. The body will also receive updates on the Housing Production Fund and Local Initiative Program applications.

• Design services update for Gridley School Adaptive Reuse Study from LDA Architecture & Interiors
• Discussion of Emergency Housing Assistance Program with Diane Tynan
• Housing Production Fund update
• Local Initiative Program applications
• Review of 30 Coppersmith Way and 399 Neponset Street for next meeting

Canton Affordable Housing Trust

The Canton Affordable Housing Trust will discuss the Emergency Housing Assistance Program presented by Diane Tynan. It will receive an update on design services for the Gridley School adaptive reuse study and a status report on the Housing Production Fund. The board will also review Local Initiative Program applications for 30 Coppersmith Way and 399 Neponset Street. The meeting includes routine approval of prior minutes and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Approve October 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss Emergency Housing Assistance Program
• Update on Gridley School Adaptive Reuse design services
• Housing Production Fund update
• Review Local Initiative Program applications for 30 Coppersmith Way and 399 Neponset Street

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will review the latest progress on the Master Plan Action Plan, including work by the Action Plan Working Group and Horsley Witten. Town Planner Connor Murphy will provide updates on four initiatives: a Route 138 Corridor technical assistance grant application, the Open Space Recreation Plan, the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness 2.0 grant program, and the Climate Action Plan. The committee will also accept minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting and schedule future meetings.

• Action Plan Update – progress of the Master Plan Action Plan Working Group and Horsley Witten
• Route 138 Corridor Technical Assistance Program grant application
• Open Space Recreation Plan update
• Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness 2.0 grant program update
• Climate Action Plan update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings on site plan modifications and sign installations. The board will also discuss continuing applications for a residential conversion and a church restoration project.

• 30 Industrial Drive: Request to install a new free-standing sign
• 683-705 Turnpike Street: Site plan modification for expanded convenience store use
• 110 Royall Street: Request to add two special events for the year
• 5 Lincoln Street: Proposed conversion of a commercial building to multi-unit residential
• 2390 Washington Street: Site plan for historic restoration and new construction at Christ’s Ministries’ Church

Historical Commission

The Canton Historical Commission will resume its review of the Historical Commission section of the town's Master Plan. The meeting will also address any updates or unanticipated items that have arisen. Standard procedural business, including a call to order, will be conducted.

• Review of Historical Commission section of Master Plan – continued
• Updates/Unanticipated items

Building Renovation Committee

The Building Renovation Committee will discuss multiple school projects, including a $241,764,835 proposal for a new Galvin Middle School building. It will also review ventilator upgrades at Hansen, JFK, and other schools, and updates to library roof and interior renovations. Additional items include senior center HVAC replacement and related grant incentives.

• Galvin Middle School new building cost $241,764,835
• Hansen School ventilators request $250,000
• JFK Unit Ventilators project $270,000
• Library roof, cornice, and related repairs total $4,280,000
• Senior Center HVAC replacement $401,320 with $250,685 in incentives

Norfolk County Retirement Board

The Norfolk County Retirement Board will discuss several financial and legal matters, including an investment side letter for the ABS Emerging Markets Fund and a U.S. Core Fixed Income RFP. The board will also hear a regional medical panel request and a town’s withdrawal of an involuntary disability retirement. Possible votes include accepting recent financial statements and actuarial reports.

• Consideration for regional medical panel – Kalin Mazurek, Randolph Fire Department
• Town’s withdrawal of involuntary ordinary disability retirement – Richard Ball, Plainville Fire Department
• Discussion and potential vote on ABS Emerging Markets Fund side letter and subscription documents
• U.S. Core Fixed Income RFP presentation, discussion, and potential vote
• Possible vote to accept financial statements and supplementary information for years ended Dec 31 2024 and 2023

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider an endorsement of approval not required for the 1941 and 1945 Washington Street ANR plan. It will also review and decide on new signage and an awning for the retail location at 504 Washington Street. Additionally, the Town Planner will lead discussions on possible zoning articles for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting and on Planning Board application fees, rules, and regulations.

• Endorsement of approval not required for the 1941 and 1945 Washington Street ANR plan (John Bok).
• Approval of new signage and awning at 504 Washington Street (Gilmar Silva, BP Signs and Painting).
• Discussion of potential zoning articles for the Annual Town Meeting.
• Discussion of Planning Board application fees, rules, and regulations.

School Building Committee

The committee will vote on project invoices and the October 29, 2025 meeting minutes. Members will discuss budget and schedule updates, as well as an overview of work planned for Summer 2026.

• Vote to approve Project Invoices
• Budget update
• Schedule update
• Summer 2026 Work Overview

Playground and Recreation Commission

The Playground and Recreation Commission will receive a financial report and operating budget overview, board and committee updates, and programming updates including winter programming and Santa’s Breakfast. The agenda includes a discussion on pickleball and a brief new business segment. No specific decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Financial Reports / Operating Budget Overview
• Board & Committee Updates (CPC, CAASA)
• Programming Updates – Winter Programming and Santa’s Breakfast
• Pickleball Discussion
• New Business

Housing Authority

The monthly meeting originally scheduled for November 11 has been moved to November 18 due to the Veterans Day holiday. The meeting will be held virtually at 6:00 PM.

Blue Hills Regional District

The Blue Hills Regional District School Committee Finance Subcommittee will meet on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:15 PM in Room W‑229. The agenda lists a single item: “Budget Goals.” The subcommittee will review and set financial objectives for the district’s technical school. No other agenda items are provided.

• Discussion of budget goals

Blue Hills Regional District

The Blue Hills Regional District School Committee is holding an ad-hoc meeting. The session is dedicated to an update regarding the hiring of a Recording Secretary / Clerk.

• Recording Secretary / Clerk hiring update

Blue Hills Regional District

The Blue Hills Regional Technical School District Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss Competency Determination (CD).

• Discussion of Competency Determination (CD)

Blue Hills Regional District

The District School Committee will vote on six FY26 warrants totaling $1,732,307.13. The body will also consider budget goals and a donation to the football program. A potential executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining or litigation strategy.

• Vote on FY26 Warrants #23-28 totaling $1,732,307.13
• Acceptance of $1,000.00 donation to the football program from the Kraft family and New England Patriots Charitable Foundation
• Vote on budget goals
• Project Playhouse donation vote
• Vote request for Out of State Travel Club

Board of Assessors

The Canton Board of Assessors will meet on November 18 to discuss business updates, exemptions, and tax classification. Additional topics may be addressed if they arise unexpectedly.

• Business updates
• Exemptions
• Tax classification

Alliance Against Substance Abuse

The Canton Alliance Against Substance Abuse will meet on November 17, 2025 at the Canton Police Department conference room. Attendees will receive student updates, a student‑leader presentation, and a program‑manager report on funding and programming. The board will vote to approve the May and August meeting minutes. The agenda also includes time for member announcements and ideas.

• Student updates (5 minutes)
• Student leader presentation on initiatives (10 minutes)
• Program manager report on funding and programming (15 minutes)
• Approve minutes from May and August (3 minutes)
• Announcements/comments from members and guests (15 minutes)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will review grant applicant presentations for three projects. These include equipment restoration and structural and site preservation efforts.

• Grant presentation: American LaFrance Engine Restoration and Preservation
• Grant presentation: Gridley Burying Ground Preservation
• Grant presentation: Gridley School Structural Analysis

The committee voted 6-0-0 to accept the November 3, 2025 minutes as written. Later, a motion to adjourn was passed 5-0-0 at 8:17 pm. No other motions were decided during the meeting.

• Accepted November 3 minutes (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:17 pm (5-0-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Canton Economic Development Committee will review the minutes from the previous meeting. It will discuss short‑term zoning updates for Route 138 on Turnpike Street, south of Randolph Street to the Stoughton town line. The committee will receive master plan updates from Emilio Mauro and Connor Murphy. An SBA engagement session for the Canton business community is also on the agenda.

• Short‑term zoning update for Route 138 on Turnpike Street, south of Randolph Street to the Stoughton town line
• Master Plan updates presented by Emilio Mauro and Connor Murphy
• SBA engagement session for the Canton business community
• Review of past meeting minutes

School Committee

The Budget & Finance Sub-Committee will meet to review the FY27 Capital Budget and the Q1 Report. The committee will also discuss the GMS Budget.

• Review of FY27 Capital Budget
• Review of Q1 Report
• Discussion of GMS Budget

Water/Sewer Rate & Policy Committee

The Water & Sewer Rate Policy Committee will review the consolidated rankings of rate‑study bidders and assign a forced ranking to the technical proposals. It will open the price proposals, discuss and vote on the preferred bidder, and outline next steps to award the contract. The committee will also set the date and time for its first working session with the selected vendor.

• Review consolidated committee rankings of water and sewer rate study bidders
• Determine forced ranking of technical proposal submissions
• Open price proposals of rate study bidders
• Discuss and vote to select the preferred bidder
• Determine first working session date & time for the committee and selected vendor

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on several wetland and stormwater matters. One hearing concerns a Wetland Notice of Intent for a 20‑by‑48‑ft addition and deck work at 40 Messinger Street. Another hearing will consider adopting rules for hiring outside consultants under the Wetland Protection Act and related bylaws. The commission will also review a request for compliance certificates for subdivision roadway and detention basin work at Yorkshire Estates, and discuss the FY27 operations budget.

• Public hearing on Wetland Notice of Intent for 40 Messinger Street (20‑by‑48‑ft addition and deck work)
• Public hearing on adoption of rules for hiring outside consultants under Chapter 131, Section 40 and related bylaws
• Request for partial/full certificates of compliance for Yorkshire Estates (Stonewood Drive, Isabella Circle, Holly Way, Albert Street) for four subdivision roadways and detention basins
• Discussion of FY27 Operations budget (new business)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Wetland Notice of Intent for a 20‑by‑48‑foot addition and deck work at 40 Messinger Street, located within 100 feet of a vegetated wetland. A separate hearing will consider adopting rules for hiring outside consultants under Chapter 131, Section 40. The commission will review a request for partial and full certificates of compliance for Yorkshire Estates subdivision roadways and related detention basins. Additional agenda items include discussion of the FY27 operations budget and a resident letter concerning MassDEP File #124-1343.

• Wetland Notice of Intent for 40 Messinger Street – 20 ft × 48 ft addition and deck replacement near vegetated wetland (Parcel ID #25-250, DEP 124-1364)
• Public hearing on adoption of rules for hiring outside consultants under Chapter 131, Section 40
• Request for partial/full certificates of compliance for Yorkshire Estates subdivision roadways (Stonewood Drive, Isabella Circle, Holly Way, Albert Street; DEP #124-1179/LDP 238-17)
• Discussion of FY27 Operations budget
• Resident letter from Scott Winter regarding MassDEP File #124-1343

Canton Diversity Equity and Inclusion

The Canton Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee will review past events and plan for Black History Month. The body will vote on a keynote speaker for a proposed February 12, 2026 event.

• Vote for Black History Month keynote speaker
• Planning for February 12, 2026 event
• Transgender Day of Remembrance update
• Indigenous Peoples Day event recap

School Committee

The Canton School Committee will hold an executive session to review prior minutes and discuss contract negotiations and collective bargaining strategy. In the open session, members will hear reports, a robotics team visit, a vote on a senior‑class trip to Spain, an update on a potential roof replacement for the Dean S. Luce School, a first‑read presentation of the FY27 capital budget, and a vote on the Committee’s operating protocols. The meeting will also include a consent agenda covering payroll warrants and a $4,000 donation project.

• FY27 Capital Budget Recommendations (first read) presented by Mr. Lynch and Superintendent Folan
• Vote on School Committee Operating Protocols
• Vote on out‑of‑country travel request for a Canton High School trip to Spain (April 2027)
• Discussion of MSBA Accelerated Repair Program for potential roof replacement at Dean S. Luce School
• Payroll warrants: $1,962,377.72 (Oct 30 2025), $508,400.00 (CEA longevity, Oct 30 2025), $1,248,671.72 (AP, 11/06/2025)

Other Meeting

The Dean S. Luce School Council will consider approval of the October meeting minutes. Members will hear the chair’s report, discuss the implementation plan for the Fall Caregiver Survey, and review the school’s by‑laws. The meeting is scheduled virtually on November 6, 2025 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

• Approve October meeting minutes
• Chair report
• Fall Caregiver Survey implementation plan
• By‑law review

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings on site plan modifications and special permits. The board is considering requests for residential unit additions and a change of use for a commercial building.

• 900 Washington Street: Minor site plan modification to replace a scoreboard
• 201 Revere Street: Special Permit modification for three additional one-bedroom units
• 5 Lincoln Street: Change of use from commercial to multi-unit residential
• 2390 Washington Street: Site Plan Approval for chapel restoration and new church construction

Canton Cultural Council

The Canton Cultural Council met on November 5, 2025 at the Canton Public Library. The council reviewed the draft minutes, heard the treasurer’s report, and examined grant applications. It also set the date for the next meeting.

• Review draft minutes from prior meeting
• Treasurer’s financial report
• Review grant applications
• Schedule next meeting date

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold hearings regarding two properties on Washington Street. The board will review a redevelopment proposal for a church and a request for new retail signage.

• 2390 Washington: Proposal to demolish existing church and construct a new 5,300 square foot church
• 504 Washington Street: Review of new signage and awning at a retail location

Board of Health

The Canton Board of Health will review a septic variance request, a new food license, and public health nurse updates. The board will also sign off on meeting minutes and vouchers.

• Septic variance request for 227 York Street
• New food license for The Hillside Pub at 2 Royall Avenue
• Public Health Nurse update on flu clinics and health fairs
• Review and signature of September 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Future meeting scheduled for December 1, 2025

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will hear presentations from four grant applicants. The proposals cover the Hemenway Windows Phase IV housing project, Duggan Field wall repairs, Hanson Playground resurfacing, and new pickleball courts. The committee will consider these projects for possible funding under its preservation program. No other agenda items involve decisions beyond routine reports.

• Grant applicant presentation: Hemenway Windows – Phase IV (Housing Authority)
• Grant applicant presentation: Duggan Field Wall Repair (Parks & Recreation Department)
• Grant applicant presentation: Hanson Playground Resurfacing (Public Schools)
• Grant applicant presentation: Pickleball Courts (Select Board)

The committee voted to allow Alison Grossman to join and vote via Zoom, passing the motion 6‑0‑0. It also approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting, also passing 6‑0‑0. No other formal decisions were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved Zoom participation for Alison Grossman (6-0-0)
• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes as written (6-0-0)

Council on Aging

The Canton Council on Aging will discuss updates on capital outlay, the Canton Housing Trust, and community food resources. It will present information to the Select Board and review draft minutes, a newsletter, and statistics. The meeting includes the appointment of Kathy Vitello as interim social worker. Other agenda items cover library and garden club activities and scheduling the next meeting.

• Interim Social Worker appointment – Kathy Vitello
• Capital Outlay – Update 5-year plan
• Canton Housing Trust discussion
• Food Resources in the Community presentation
• Presentation to Select Board

School Committee

The Budget & Finance Sub-Committee will meet to review the first quarter report and the FY27 Capital Budget. The committee will also discuss the GMS Budget.

• Review of Q1 Report
• Review of FY27 Capital Budget
• Discussion of GMS Budget

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review updates on the Canton Master Plan Action Plan and the Town Planner's reports. Members will discuss specific property developments and rezoning south of Randolph Street on Turnpike Street.

• Cube Smart at 362 Turnpike Street
• Status update for 275 Dan Road
• Rivian and ALSO at 121 and 125 Shawmut Road
• Rezoning of Turnpike Street south of Randolph Street
• MA DOT plans for Turnpike Street

Norfolk County Retirement Board

The Norfolk County Retirement Board will approve minutes, authorize payments, and consider accidental disability retirement requests for Plainville and Randolph fire personnel. The meeting includes a presentation on investment updates and a vote on a lump sum ratification.

• Approval of September and October meeting minutes
• Consideration of accidental disability retirement for Thomas Impey (Plainville Fire Dept.)
• Consideration of accidental disability retirement for Kalin Mazurek (Randolph Fire Dept.)
• Consideration of involuntary ordinary disability retirement for Richard Ball (Plainville Fire Dept.)
• Potential vote on Joseph Moore lump sum ratification

School Building Committee

The Canton School Building Committee will consider several project approvals, including minutes, a contract amendment, a change order, and invoices. It will also review the 60% CD estimate and the 60% CD MSB A submission, and vote on sending the 60% CD Report to the Massachusetts School Building Authority. Additional agenda items cover budget and schedule updates, public comment, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Vote to approve September 17, 2025 SBC meeting minutes
• Vote to approve OPM Contract Amendment #3
• Vote to approve CM Internal Change Order #1
• Vote to approve project invoices
• Vote to approve submission of the 60% CD Report to the MSBA

By-Law Modernization Committee

The Bylaw Modernization Committee will meet to approve minutes from September 29, 2025, and discuss items for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting. The meeting will include a public comment period.

• Approval of September 29, 2025 minutes
• Annual Town Meeting Bylaw items discussion
• Public comment period

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to discuss and vote on a personnel appointment. The meeting is conducted via Zoom.

• Appointment of Dianne Sommer as Part-Time Public Health Nurse

School Committee

The Canton School Committee will review 2025/26 School Improvement Plans and vote on the Middle School Pathways Exploration Policy. The body will also consider attendance for the November MASC/MASS conference and review CCPC applications.

• Vote on Middle School Pathways Exploration Policy
• Presentation of 2025/26 School Improvement Plans (SIPs)
• Payroll warrant for $1,954,903
• AP warrant for $471,370.02
• Vote on MASC/MASS School Committee Member Conference attendance

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear three dimensional‑relief requests: an addition at 11 Sherman Avenue, an inground pool at 30 Elm Street, and a detached garage with dormer at 2076 Washington Street. The Board will also consider continuations, including a modification of a 2020 special permit to add three residential units at 201 Revere Street, a historic chapel restoration and new church construction at 2390 Washington Street, an extension of a non‑conforming auto‑gallery use at 1033 Turnpike Street, and a special permit for a second dwelling at 398 York Street. Minutes and decisions from the previous meeting will be reviewed, and any unanticipated topics may be addressed.

• Dimensional relief for an addition to a non‑conforming dwelling at 11 Sherman Avenue
• Dimensional relief to install an inground swimming pool at 30 Elm Street
• Modification of a 2020 special permit to add two one‑bedroom units on the third floor and one on the lower level at 201 Revere Street
• Site plan approval for historic restoration of the chapel and new church construction at 2390 Washington Street
• Extension of a non‑conforming use and related signage for Canton Auto Gallery at 1033 Turnpike Street

Building Renovation Committee

The Building Renovation Committee will discuss multiple school projects, including ventilation upgrades and the large Galvin Middle School construction plan costing $241,764,835. It will also review library roof and cornice repairs totaling $4.28 million, and the Senior Center HVAC replacement project of $401,320 with awarded incentives. Additional items include a fire‑suppression system for the police evidence room and closing out the Canton Pool DEP file.

• Galvin Middle School new construction – $241,764,835 total cost; recommendation to award contract to Consigli Construction
• Library roof and cornice repairs – $4,280,000 total; Anser hired as OPM for $169,065; low bid $3,043,000
• Senior Center HVAC replacement – $401,320 with $250,685 in incentives
• Police fire‑suppression system for evidence room – $117,064 pending bid
• Canton Pool steps DEP file closure – potential $18,500 expense

Conservation Commission

The Canton Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on October 22, 2025, to consider a request for a minor modification to a wetland permit and to review enforcement orders for unpermitted work at multiple properties. The meeting will also address correspondence from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.

• Request for minor modification at 40 Greenlodge Street to increase garage size by 240 s.f.
• Enforcement order for unpermitted work at 21 Elm Street
• Enforcement order for unpermitted work at 0 Turnpike Street
• Enforcement order for unpermitted earth moving at 356 York Street
• Request for a Certificate of Compliance at 189 Bailey Street

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review the Director's performance and receive financial and staffing updates. The meeting includes reports on the Park Project and interior updates. A new staff member, Stephanie Young, begins on October 21, 2025.

• Director's performance evaluation
• Staffing update regarding Stephanie Young
• Park Project updates
• Interior updates
• Fundraising update by Peg Mead

The trustees unanimously approved the minutes from September 15, 2025. They also approved a motion empowering the Library Director to seek a five‑year trespass order after consulting the Canton Police Department. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes from 9/15/2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized Director to pursue five‑year trespass order after police consultation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Other Meeting

The Norfolk County Regional Emergency Planning Committee will meet to handle administrative updates and emergency planning. The body will discuss officer elections and grant procedures.

• Executive Committee Assignments
• Election of Officers
• New Grant Application Procedure
• Emergency Energy Presentation

Blue Hills Regional District

The Blue Hills Regional Technical School District Committee will meet on October 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM in Room W‑229 to review applications for the positions of Recording Secretary and Clerk. No decisions are indicated; the agenda item is for application review only.

• Recording Secretary / Clerk applications review

Blue Hills Regional District

The District School Committee will consider several agenda items, including a vote on the 2027 senior trip proposal and approval of multiple financial warrants for FY25 and FY26. Committee members will also vote to adopt the FY25 budget calendar and approve revolving accounts. An executive‑session hearing will address a grievance filed by the Blue Hills Educators Association.

• Vote on 2027 Senior Trip Proposal (vote requested)
• Treasurer’s Report: approve FY25 warrant #32 for $68,290.00 and FY26 warrants #16‑#19, including $523,526.54
• Budget Calendar approval (vote required)
• Revolving Accounts approval (vote required)
• Executive session hearing on grievance filed by the Blue Hills Educators Association

Other Meeting

The JFK School Council will welcome new member Saundra Watson, discuss enrollment trends, review the draft School Improvement Plan for 2025‑2026, and set agreed‑upon action steps. The meeting runs from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM on October 20, 2025, via video or phone.

• Welcome new member Saundra Watson
• Enrollment Increase Group discussion
• Review draft JFK School Improvement Plan 2025‑2026
• Closing: agreed‑upon items and action steps

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the allocation of money for the Affordable Housing Trust Production Fund. Members will also discuss using CPA funds for outreach regarding the Open Space & Recreation Plan Update.

• Affordable Housing Trust Production Fund money allocation discussion
• CPA fund usage for Open Space & Recreation Plan Update outreach
• Treasurer election
• Financial reports review

The Community Preservation Committee voted unanimously to move $255,000 to the Affordable Housing Trust for the Production Fund. Lisa Lopez was installed as the committee treasurer. Several existing projects were extended through December 1, 2025. The committee also asked the Select Board to pay a $56,080 contract for an Open Space and Recreation Plan update.

• Approved $255,000 transfer to Affordable Housing Trust (8-0-0)
• Installed Lisa Lopez as treasurer (8-0-0)
• Extended FY16 Canton Corner Cemetery & FY17 Olde English Burying Ground projects through 12/1/25 (8-0-0)
• Extended FY22 Hunneman Hand Tub project through 12/1/25 (8-0-0)
• Extended FY23 Paul Revere Heritage Site Bathrooms project through 12/1/25 (8-0-0)
• Asked Select Board to pay $56,080 contract for Open Space and Recreation Plan Update (8-0-0)
• Allowed Kendall O’Halloran to join and vote by phone (7-0-0)
• Accepted minutes of 8/25/25 meeting (7-0-1, 1 abstention)

Canton Affordable Housing Trust

The Canton Affordable Housing Trust will approve September meeting minutes and discuss emergency housing assistance, a Washington Station lottery update, and a technical assistance grant for the Canton Housing Authority. The body will also review the Community Preservation Act FY 27 application.

• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Emergency Housing Assistance
• Washington Station Lottery Update
• Mass Housing Partnership Technical Assistance Grant
• Community Preservation Act FY 27 Final Application

Board of Assessors

The Canton Board of Assessors will meet on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM in the Assessors' office. The agenda includes discussions on exemptions such as a meeting with Hellenic and reviews of commercial property re‑valuations, Massachusetts DOR guidelines for independent solar arrays, JRC properties, and an update on 30 Dan Road. Business updates will cover ATB and assessing technology. The items are listed for discussion rather than a specific decision.

• Review of TOC commercial property re‑valuations
• Review of MA DOR guidelines on independent solar arrays
• Review of JRC properties
• Update on 30 Dan Road
• Meeting with Hellenic regarding exemptions

School Committee

The Canton School Committee is holding a workshop to review and finalize the operational protocols for the 2025/26 period.

• Review and finalization of 2025/26 School Committee Operational Protocols

Norfolk County Retirement Board

The Norfolk County Retirement Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially vote on the adoption of the NCRS funding schedule.

• Potential vote on adoption of NCRS funding schedule

Planning Board

The Canton Planning Board will hold a hearing on a continuation request to redevelop the existing Christ’s Ambassador’s Ministries church at 2390 Washington Street, proposing demolition of the current structure and construction of a new 5,300‑square‑foot church with site improvements. The board will also review new window designs for the Hemenway School building at 660 Washington Street, which includes a senior housing residence and town offices. Finally, the board will consider approval of the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Continuation request to redevelop 2390 Washington St: demolish existing church, build new 5,300 sq ft church and site improvements (presented by Pastor Solomon Babjide and Timothy Powers, PVI Site Design).
• Review of new window design for Hemenway School at 660 Washington St (Senior Housing Residence and Town Offices) presented by Dan Vareika, Vareika Construction, Inc., and architect Richard Alvord.
• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes.

Housing Authority

The Canton Housing Authority will review financial reports and expenditures for August through October. The body is scheduled to discuss the 2026 capital plan, budget guidelines, and a performance management review action plan.

• Review of Community Preservation application
• Performance Management Review (PMR) action plan
• Capital Plan '26
• Annual Plan hearing date
• Budget guidelines

Other Meeting

The Dean S. Luce School Council will meet on October 9, 2025 at the elementary school. Council members will discuss adjusting the 2025‑2026 School Improvement Plan (SIP). They will also review the Spring 2025 MCAS assessment data. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Tune the 25‑26 SIP
• Review Spring 2025 MCAS Data

School Committee

The Canton School Committee will review MCAS and accountability data, and conduct a first reading of the Middle School Pathways Exploration Policy with a possible vote of acceptance. The meeting will also include updates on the FY27 operating budget process and timeline, as well as a progress report on FY26 capital items and initial FY27 capital budget requests. A consent agenda will be adopted covering routine items such as payroll warrants and disposal of outdated curriculum materials.

• Review of MCAS and accountability data presented by Mr. Fogel
• First read and possible vote on Middle School Pathways Exploration Policy
• FY27 operating budget process and timeline update by Mr. Lynch
• FY26 capital budget progress and initial FY27 capital budget requests
• Consent agenda payroll warrants totaling $1,882,182.24, $1,962,268.70, $19,801.18, $285,205.10, $76,730.43, $116,716.01, $1,933,588.61, $534,790.22

Canton Walk, Bike and Hike Committee

The Canton Walk, Bike & Hike Committee will review the Mary E Wentworth project's next steps, including a proposed topographic survey, and discuss a $249,000 open space grant. The meeting also includes updates on the Farmers' Market and plans for fall trail maintenance.

• Review Mary E Wentworth project next steps
• Discuss $249,000 open space grant
• Plan Fall Trail Maintenance for Ward Well area
• Review Ward Well stakeholder meeting and site walk
• Update on Farmers' Market

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review a special permit application by Base Performance, LLC/Draper Properties, Inc. for an indoor sports facility at 28 Draper Lane. The board will also consider a dimensional relief request from Steven Terenzio to add a shed roof over an existing patio at 50 Knob Hill Circle, which was informally approved on September 25. The meeting will include review of minutes and decisions from the previous meeting. Any other topics not submitted 48 hours in advance may be addressed.

• Special permit for indoor sports facility – 28 Draper Lane (Base Performance, LLC/Draper Properties, Inc.)
• Dimensional relief to construct a shed roof over an existing patio – 50 Knob Hill Circle (Steven Terenzio, informal decision approved 9/25)
• Review of minutes from previous meeting
• Review of decisions from previous meeting

Canton Cultural Council

The Canton Cultural Council will convene to review prior minutes, finalize Farmers Market table coverage, and discuss the application review process. The meeting will also include a treasurer's report and scheduling for future dates.

• Review prior minutes draft
• Finalize Farmers Market table coverage
• Discuss application review process
• Treasurer's report
• Schedule next meeting dates

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two wetland and stormwater permit requests: an amendment to the Wetland Order of Conditions for 189 Bailey Street and a minor modification for 30 Coppersmith Way. The commission will also consider two enforcement orders for unpermitted work at 1026 Turnpike Street and 872 Turnpike Street. Additionally, members will vote on the 2026 Conservation Committee meeting dates and receive a mosquito‑control correspondence from Norfolk County.

• Amendment to Wetland Order of Conditions, 189 Bailey Street (single‑family home within 30‑ft no‑build zone)
• Minor modification request, 30 Coppersmith Way (drain discharge line for bioretention ponds)
• Enforcement Order, 1026 Turnpike Street (unpermitted clearing within wetland buffer)
• Enforcement Order, 872 Turnpike Street (unpermitted work over 20,000 sf within wetland buffer)
• Vote to approve 2026 Conservation Committee meeting dates

Other Meeting

The Galvin Middle School Council will present 2024‑2025 data and discuss the draft 2025‑26 School Improvement Plan. The meeting begins with a welcome and general overview of the council’s work. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Welcome and general overview of the council’s work
• 2024‑2025 data presentation by Josh Fogel, CPS director of data and analytics
• Review of the draft 2025‑26 School Improvement Plan

School Committee

The Canton School Committee will convene to review and consider revisions to the Middle School Pathways Exploration Policy. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from previous sessions.

• Review and approve minutes from May 7, 2025, and September 24, 2025
• Discussion and revision of Middle School Pathways Exploration Policy

Council on Aging

The Canton Council on Aging will review draft minutes, a newsletter, and recent statistics. It will receive a budget update, a five‑year capital outlay plan, and discuss the Canton Housing Trust. The board will consider appointing Kathy Vitello as interim social worker, noting a potential $19.5 grant for the municipal budget. Additional items include a Master Plan response and notices about library, garden club, and choral activities.

• Interim Social Worker appointment – Kathy Vitello, potential $19.5 grant for municipal budget
• Budget Update
• Capital Outlay – Update 5‑year plan
• Canton Housing Trust discussion
• Master Plan response

Canton Diversity Equity and Inclusion

The Canton Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee will read an Indigenous Land Statement and observe Transgender Day of Remembrance. Members will vote to approve a $1,000 payment to Thomas Green for the Indigenous Peoples Day event and finalize its plans. The meeting will also cover planning for future events and miscellaneous items.

• Read CDEI Indigenous Land Statement.docx
• Observe Transgender Day of Remembrance
• Vote to approve $1,000 for Thomas Green for Indigenous Peoples Day event
• Finalize plans for Indigenous Peoples Day event
• Discuss planning for future events

School Committee

The Budget & Finance Sub-Committee will meet to discuss the operating budget timeline for FY27. The committee will also receive an update on the capital budget.

• Review of FY27 Operating Budget Timeline
• Capital Budget Update
• Approval of September 3, 2025 minutes

By-Law Modernization Committee

The By‑Law Modernization Committee will review and consider approving the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting. It will hold a project discussion with members of the Finance Committee, Capital Planning, Town Moderators, and the Town Clerk. The agenda also includes a 15‑minute period for public comment before adjourning.

• Consider approval of August 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Project discussion with Finance Committee, Capital Planning, Town Moderators, and Town Clerk
• Public comment period (15 minutes)

Master Plan Implementation Committee

The Master Plan Implementation Committee will review and accept the Horsley Witten proposal for updating the town's Master Plan. It will also receive updates on the Climate Action Plan and recent zoning articles. The committee will consider the July 24, 2025 meeting minutes and set a date for the next meeting.

• Acceptance of Horsley Witten proposal for Master Plan update
• Climate Action Plan update presentation
• Town Planner updates on 2025 ATM and 2025 STM zoning articles
• Review and acceptance of July 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Scheduling of the next MPIC meeting (date TBD)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Canton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold scheduled hearings on a non‑conforming use extension for Canton Auto Gallery at 1033 Turnpike Street and a dimensional relief for a two‑story addition at 17 Curtis Road. An informal hearing will address a proposed battery energy storage system capacity change for TRC Companies at 340 Pine Street. Continuations include a site‑plan approval for historic restoration and new construction at Christ’s Ministries Church, 2390 Washington Street, and a special permit for a second dwelling unit at 398 York Street.

• Extension of non‑conforming use and signage for Canton Auto Gallery, 1033 Turnpike St.
• Dimensional relief for two‑story addition to existing dwelling at 17 Curtis Rd.
• Modification of decision on battery energy storage system capacity for TRC Companies, 340 Pine St.
• Continuation for site‑plan approval of historic church restoration and new construction at 2390 Washington St.
• Special permit and variance for a second dwelling unit at 398 York St.

Building Renovation Committee

The Building Renovation Committee will review multiple school renovation projects, including ventilator purchases for Hansen and JFK schools and a major feasibility study for a new Grand Middle School (GMS). Committee members will consider a recommendation to submit a $241,764,835 cost estimate for the new GMS building to the Massachusetts School Building Assistance program. The agenda also includes updates on Library roof repairs, interior renovation funding, and routine financial and minutes approvals.

• GMS Feasibility Study and recommendation for a new GMS school costing $241,764,835
• Hansen School ventilators request of $250,000 with design and bid planned for spring 2024
• JFK Unit Ventilators contracts totaling $250,000 and $270,000 pending design and bid after Hansen project
• Library roof repair project authorized up to $70,000 for cornice work, total estimate $4,280,000
• Library interior renovation contract for $2,618,000 approved

Economic Development Committee

The Canton Economic Development Committee will review past minutes and receive updates on the job fair, CubeSmart at 362 Turnpike Street, and the status of 275 Dan Road. It will discuss the 43D status for 30 Dan Road, the Canton Master Plan updates, and the redevelopment of 1860 Washington Street, including costs. The agenda also includes an MBTA Communities update for 399 & 403 Neponset Street, a rezoning proposal for Turnpike Street south of Randolph Street with MA DOT plans, and a CABI Road Race event at 100 Royall Street. Any new business will be addressed at the end of the meeting.

• Rezoning of Turnpike Street south of Randolph Street and MA DOT plans
• CubeSmart update – 362 Turnpike Street
• Status update for 275 Dan Road
• 1860 Washington Street redevelopment – overview and costs
• MBTA Communities update – 399 & 403 Neponset Street

Norfolk County Retirement Board

The Norfolk County Retirement Board will review financial items, including a potential vote on the NCRS funding schedule and an investment policy statement. It will also hear updates on legal matters, retiree benefits, and investment presentations. Several executive‑session items and new business appointments are also on the agenda.

• Discussion and potential vote on NCRS Funding Schedule
• Discussion and potential vote on proposed Investment Policy Statement (Wainwright)
• Emerging Market RFP finalists presentations and potential vote (Wellington, ABS, Acadian, MFS, PRIM)
• Executive session: consideration for accidental disability retirement for James Parah, Foxboro Police Department
• Appointment of Election Officer

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding wetland and stormwater permits, including water pipe replacements and railroad vegetation management. The body will also vote on the Canton Engineering Department stormwater review fees. Other agenda items include an enforcement order for illegal wetland filling and requests for certificates of compliance for residential projects.

• Vote to approve Canton Engineering Department stormwater review fees
• Water pipe replacement project on Sherman Street, Sanford Rd, Dewitt Ave, Fuller St., Mountain Ave, Hillside St., Sunnyside Ave and Riverview Rd
• Vegetation management for Keolis Commuter Services/MBTA Right-of-Way (2026-2030)
• Enforcement order for illegal wetland filling at 0 Walpole Street (Knollwood Memorial & Arboretum)
• Certificates of compliance for 1 Everendon Road, 3 Everendon Road, and 14 Reservoir Circle

School Committee

The Canton School Committee Policy Sub‑Committee will meet at 12:00 PM in Room 19 of the CPS Administration Building. The committee will review and approve the May 7, 2025 minutes and then discuss possible revisions to the IKFE competency determination and IKF graduation requirements, as well as consider items from the August MASC policy newsletter. These items are slated for discussion, not a final vote.

• Consider revisions to the IKFE competency determination policy
• Consider revisions to the IKF graduation requirements policy
• Review the August MASC policy newsletter for additional considerations

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will review its current roles, responsibilities, and recent accomplishments. It will provide an overview of the town's Climate Action Plan implementation and how the committee aligns with it. The group will discuss ways to increase public engagement, identify funding opportunities, support town departments, and consider committee structures for carrying out action items.

• Review of committee roles, responsibilities, accomplishments, and challenges
• Summary of the Climate Action Plan implementation and committee alignment
• Discussion of public engagement and funding opportunities for action items
• Discussion of support for town (school and non‑school) departments to implement action items
• Exploration of committee structures/configurations for implementing action items

Canton Walk, Bike and Hike Committee

The Canton Walk, Bike and Hike Committee will discuss next steps for the Mary E Wentworth project, including CCPC applications and funding sources. The body will also review updates regarding the Eliot Hollow Passive Recreation Area trail extension.

• Mary E Wentworth project CCPC applications and budget pricing from Horsely Whitten and Stantec
• Eliot Hollow Passive Recreation Area trail extension update
• Ward Well stakeholder meeting review
• Farmers' Market staffing for 9/21
• Discussion regarding an open committee seat

School Committee

The Canton School Committee will hear a superintendent report and consider several items, including a vote to accept the Eddie Clifford Scholarship and the approval of an AP warrant for $919,756.22. The committee will also approve out‑of‑state travel for a GMS trip to Montreal and authorize disposal of surplus technology equipment. New administrators will be introduced and AP results presented.

• Vote to accept the Eddie Clifford Scholarship
• Approval of AP warrant for $919,756.22
• Out‑of‑state travel approval for GMS trip to Montreal, Quebec (April 19‑21, 2026)
• Disposal of surplus property: outdated student readers and aged technology equipment
• Introduction of new 6‑12 Director of Counseling (Abby Barias) and Interim Director of Student Service (Heidi Black)

Other Meeting

The Canton Affordable Housing Trust will review the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It will consider criteria for the Housing Production Fund and a request for proposals. The board will examine the development potential of Rubin Court. A report on a meeting with the Draper Family Trust will also be presented.

• Approval of August 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Housing Production Fund criteria and request for proposals
• Rubin Court development potential
• Report of meeting with Draper Family Trust

Canton Affordable Housing Trust

The Canton Affordable Housing Trust will consider several agenda items at its September 17 meeting. It will approve the minutes from the August 21 meeting, review criteria and a request for proposals for the Housing Production Fund, and discuss the development potential of Rubin Court. The board will also receive a report on its meeting with the Draper Family Trust and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approve August 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review Housing Production Fund criteria and request for proposals
• Discuss Rubin Court development potential
• Report on meeting with Draper Family Trust
• Schedule next meeting

Planning Board

The Canton Planning Board will hold two public hearings on development proposals at 2390 Washington Street and 854 Washington Street. The first proposal, by Christ’s Ambassador’s Ministries, seeks demolition of an existing church and construction of a new 5,300‑square‑foot church with site improvements. The second proposal, from owner Owen Kiernan, requests a site‑plan review for a six‑unit addition to an existing building, including parking, lighting, loading facilities, snow‑storage areas and open space. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting.

• 2390 Washington St – Christ’s Ambassador’s Ministries proposes demolition of existing church and construction of a new 5,300 sq ft church with site improvements.
• 854 Washington St – Owner Owen Kiernan proposes a six‑unit addition with parking, lighting, loading facilities, snow‑storage and open space.
• Review and approval of August 20, 2025 Planning Board minutes.
• Discussion of any topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance.

School Building Committee

The committee will meet to vote on project invoices and the August 27, 2025, meeting minutes. The session includes updates on the project budget, schedule, and construction progress.

• Vote to approve August 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Vote to approve project invoices
• Budget update
• Schedule update
• Construction update

Housing Authority

The Canton Housing Authority will hold a virtual meeting to review its August and September expenditures, financial reports, and minutes from the August 12 meeting. Members will discuss pending items including a possible grant for the Affordable Housing Trust at Rubin Court, a performance management review, vacancy assistance, and other updates. The agenda also includes reports on resident services, vacancy status, modernization projects, and the Affordable Housing Trust.

• Affordable Housing Trust – Rubin Court possible grant
• Performance Management Review (PMR)
• Vacancy Assistance
• Resident Service Coordinator update
• Modernization Projects update

Housing Authority

The Canton Housing Authority will review minutes from August 12, 2025, and financial reports for July and August. It will consider pending items including a possible grant for the Affordable Housing Trust at Rubin Court. New business includes a performance management review, vacancy assistance, a 30‑year recognition for John McCourt, and write‑offs. Director and other reports will provide updates on resident services, vacancies, and modernization projects.

• Affordable Housing Trust – Rubin Court possible grant
• Performance Management Review (PMR)
• Vacancy Assistance
• John McCourt – 30 years recognition
• Writeoffs

Blue Hills Regional District

The Blue Hills Regional Technical School District Committee will hold an ad‑hoc meeting on September 16, 2025 at 6:30 PM in Room W‑229. The agenda is limited to a discussion of the recording secretary and clerk functions.

• Discussion of recording secretary and clerk responsibilities

Blue Hills Regional District

The Blue Hills Regional Technical School Policy Subcommittee will meet on September 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM in Room W‑229. The agenda item is a review of the school's admissions policy. The committee will discuss possible changes but no decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Review of admissions policy

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss several items related to property assessment and local development. Topics include a certificate of title, ATB cases, a PILOT agreement for the Hellenic project, various exemptions, and the 390 Turnpike issue. The meeting may also cover business updates and any new items from the Town Council.

• Certificate of Title
• ATB Cases
• PILOT for Hellenic
• Exemptions
• 390 Turnpike

Board of Library Trustees

The Canton Library Trustees will approve the minutes from the August 1‑September 25 period. They will hear the Director’s Report, a Friends of the Library update from Bill Quinn, a financial report, and subcommittee updates on interior work, the park project, and fundraising. The meeting also includes an open comment period and an update on central maintenance.

• Approve minutes from 8/1–9/25
• Director’s Report
• Friends of the Library update by Bill Quinn
• Financial Report
• Subcommittee Reports: interior updates, park project updates, fundraising update

The Board of Library Trustees approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear a request to modify a special permit for an in-law apartment addition at 50 Knob Hill Circle. The board will also review a request to add two one-bedroom units to a property at 201 Revere Street.

• Modification of Special Permit at 201 Revere Street to add two one-bedroom units
• Minor Modification of Special Permit at 50 Knob Hill Circle for in-law apartment
• Review of previous meeting decisions and minutes
• Discussion of topics not reasonably anticipated 48 hours in advance

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider requests for minor site plan modifications and a project extension. The body will also review a request for a partial or full certificate of compliance for a subdivision project.

• Minor modification request for site plan at 55 Pecunit Street (Galvin Middle School)
• Minor modification request for site plan at 4 Seneca Road
• Extension request for single-family dwelling construction at 189 Bailey Street
• Partial/full certificate of compliance request for 5-lot subdivision at 5 Bullens Way

Board of Health

The Board approved two new tobacco licenses, one for New World (Vishal Patel) and one for Canton Convenience (Dharmendra Sethi). It granted a temporary one‑day tattoo permit for a pop‑up event at Copper City Espresso. The Board updated tobacco regulation fines and added vaping provisions, and voted 2‑0 to prohibit the manufacturing, sale, and distribution of kratom in the town. Bills, vouchers, and the August 4 minutes were also approved.

• Approved tobacco license for New World (Vishal Patel) – 2‑0
• Approved tobacco license for Canton Convenience (Dharmendra Sethi) – 2‑0
• Approved temporary variance for pop‑up tattoo event at Copper City Espresso – 2‑0
• Approved adjustments to tobacco fines and addition of vaping provisions – 2‑0
• Prohibited manufacturing, sale, and distribution of kratom in Canton – 2‑0
• Approved bills and vouchers as presented – 2‑0
• Approved August 4, 2025 Board of Health minutes – 2‑0

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings regarding a change of use for a commercial property and a temporary permit for event signage. The board will also review minutes and decisions from the previous meeting.

• 5 Lincoln Street: Request to convert commercial building to multi-unit residential
• 2-4 Rolling Mill Way: Temporary Special Permit for Paul Revere Heritage Site yard signs

Alliance Against Substance Abuse

The Canton Alliance Against Substance Abuse will meet to review program manager updates and coordinate a Celebration of Life event. The body will also discuss youth involvement and current drug trends, including Kratom.

• Review of program initiatives including camp, blast off, and Narcan Testimony
• Discussion of drug trends regarding Kratom
• Approval of May 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Coordination of Celebration of Life assignments

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet to provide final approval for the 2025 Community Preservation Plan. The body will also review financial reports and assign liaisons for FY27 pre-application reviews.

• Final approval of the 2025 Community Preservation Plan
• Renewal of Committee Representative to AHT
• FY27 Pre-Application Review and Liaison Assignments
• Financial reports review

The committee voted 6‑0‑0 to adopt the full 2025 Community Preservation Plan as submitted by the Administrator. It also approved the June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0‑0) and appointed Melissa Mayer as the committee’s representative to the Affordable Housing Trust (6‑0‑0). The scheduled November 24, 2025 meeting was removed from the calendar, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:51 pm (6‑0‑0).

• Adopt 2025 Community Preservation Plan (6-0-0)
• Approve June 2, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)
• Appoint Melissa Mayer to Affordable Housing Trust (6-0-0)
• Remove November 24, 2025 meeting date (agreement)
• Adjourn meeting at 8:51 pm (6-0-0)

Canton Affordable Housing Trust

The Canton Affordable Housing Trust will approve the July 17, 2025 minutes and discuss the Housing Production Fund criteria and Request for Proposals. The body will also review a Request for Services for a Gridley School Feasibility Study and examine the Rubin Court Development Potential.

• Approval of July 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Housing Production Fund Criteria and Request for Proposals
• Gridley School Feasibility Study Request for Services
• Rubin Court Development Potential

By-Law Modernization Committee

The Bylaw Modernization Study Committee will discuss the General Code project, including future meeting schedules and liaison assignments. The body will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting and set a date for the next gathering.

• Approval of July 21, 2025 minutes
• General Code project review update
• Future participation meeting schedules
• Liaison assignments
• Next meeting date

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. Afterward, the board unanimously moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:34 pm. No other motions were adopted.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:34 pm (unanimous)

Other Meeting

The Blue Hills Regional District School Committee is holding an ad-hoc meeting. The session is scheduled to discuss the Recording Secretary / Clerk.

• Discussion regarding Recording Secretary / Clerk

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will review past minutes and discuss upcoming public events, including a request to the Select Board for a second textile recycling bin.

• Review and approval of June 3, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of past minutes submitted to Town for posting
• Request to Select Board for a 2nd Bay State Textile recycling bin
• Regional Yard Sale at Paul Revere Heritage Site on 9/14/25
• Recycling info session at Canton Public Library on 9/25/25

Board of Library Trustees

The trustees approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting after a motion by Emily Prigot and a second by Betty Chelmow, with a unanimous vote. No other actions requiring a vote were taken. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion from Chris Untersee, seconded by Nancy Connery.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Library Trustees

The trustees approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes and the 2025‑2026 meeting schedule, both by unanimous vote. They voted unanimously to reject the draft mock‑up of the Library Park sign. A unanimous vote also approved moving $5,000 of funds. The director will prepare a FAQ for patrons about upcoming library service cuts.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Approved 2025‑2026 Trustees meeting schedule (unanimous vote)
• Rejected draft Library Park sign mock‑up (unanimous vote)
• Approved $5,000 fund movement (unanimous vote)
• Director Andrea Capone to draft FAQ on IMLS cuts for patrons (planned)
• Added new electronic passes for New England Aquarium (implemented)
• Added YMCA passes to be physically dated and initiated by staff (implemented)
• Added additional staffing for passport service hours on Wed, Fri, Sat (implemented)

Community Preservation Committee

The committee adopted the 2025 Community Preservation Plan, except for the first housing goal, with a unanimous 9-0-0 vote. It also approved the FY27 Community Preservation Act funding application as edited, again 9-0-0. Several ongoing projects received extensions—including the Canton Corner Cemetery, Olde English Burying Ground, and Paul Revere Heritage Site items—each approved 9-0-0. The board returned $15,550 from the completed Pequitside Farm Playground to the CPA undesignated fund and kept the officer roster unchanged for the next year, both by unanimous vote.

• Approved 2025 Community Preservation Plan (except first housing goal) – 9-0-0
• Approved FY27 CPA funding application (edited) – 9-0-0
• Extended Canton Corner Cemetery and Olde English Burying Ground projects to Oct 20, 2025 – 9-0-0
• Extended Paul Revere Heritage Site Conservation Restriction to Oct 20, 2025 – 9-0-0
• Extended Paul Revere Heritage Site Interpretive Signs to Aug 25, 2025 – 9-0-0
• Extended Tilden House Phase II through FY2026 – 9-0-0
• Returned $15,550 from Pequitside Farm Playground to CPA undesignated fund – 9-0-0
• Kept CCPC officer composition unchanged for one year – 9-0-0

Finance Committee

The committee approved the March 26, April 2, and April 9, 2025 meeting minutes with votes of 4‑0‑2, 5‑0‑1, and 5‑0‑1 respectively. It adopted a contingency plan that adds $650,000 from the failed pickleball‑court article to the $168,000 Chapter 90 supplement, creating an $818,000 road‑repair fund (vote 5‑0‑1). The committee also appointed Mr. Dan Cole as its representative on the Water and Sewer Rate Policy Committee (vote 6‑0‑0).

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (4-0-2)
• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (5-0-1)
• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (5-0-1)
• Approved $818,000 Chapter 90 contingency if Article 19 fails (5-0-1)
• Appointed Dan Cole as Finance Committee representative to Water and Sewer Rate Policy Committee (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The trustees unanimously approved the minutes from February 25 and March 18, 2025. They also unanimously approved an amendment to the Materials and Services Policy. Rubiyah Isa was unanimously appointed to the Young Adult Associate position. Joan Schottenfeld was named chair of the Design Committee.

• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes – unanimous
• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes – unanimous
• Approved amendment to Materials and Services Policy – unanimous
• Appointed Rubiyah Isa as Young Adult Associate – unanimous
• Named George Comeau and Betty Chelmow to Nomination Committee – decision
• Design Committee chair changed to Joan Schottenfeld – announced
• Adjourned meeting at 9:27 PM – unanimous

Finance Committee

The committee approved a motion to authorize the Select Board to file a Home Rule Petition to move Canton’s municipal elections to the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, with a 5‑1‑1 vote. It also approved Articles 24, 25 and 26, designating Stillwater Road, Dalebrook Court and Foundry Lane as public ways, each passing unanimously (7‑0). The meeting included an audit exit conference and updates on reserve balances, pension liabilities, OPEB funding, and ARPA expenditures.

• Authorize Select Board to file petition to move municipal election date (5‑1‑1)
• Accept Stillwater Road as a public way (7‑0)
• Accept Dalebrook Court as a public way (7‑0)
• Accept Foundry Lane as a public way (7‑0)

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee accepted the minutes of the November 25, 2024, December 2, 2024, and February 3, 2025 meetings. The votes were unanimous for the first two and 7‑0‑1 (one abstention) for the February meeting. The committee then adjourned the April 7 meeting.

• Approved minutes of 11/25/24 meeting (8-0-0)
• Approved minutes of 12/2/24 meeting (8-0-0)
• Approved minutes of 2/3/25 meeting (7-0-1, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Police Audit Committee

The Police Audit Committee voted on four motions regarding past meeting minutes. A motion to accept amended minutes for 9/19/24 failed 2‑3. The original 9/19/24 minutes were accepted 3‑2. Minutes for 10/7/24 and 10/18/24 were each approved by a 3‑2 vote. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Motion to accept amended 9/19/24 minutes failed (2-3)
• Motion to accept original 9/19/24 minutes passed (3-2)
• Motion to approve 10/7/24 minutes passed (3-2)
• Motion to approve 10/18/24 minutes passed (3-2)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the March 19, 2025 minutes with a 6‑0‑1 vote. It then recommended that the Town adopt Article 15 Motion 5, allocating $255,000 from the Community Preservation Fund to the Affordable Housing Trust (vote 5‑2). Finally, it recommended adoption of Article 15 Motion 10, allocating $123,000 for the Ponkapoag Schoolhouse bell tower and façade preservation (vote 7‑0).

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Recommended adoption of Article 15 Motion 5 – $255,000 affordable housing fund (5-2)
• Recommended adoption of Article 15 Motion 10 – $123,000 Ponkapoag Schoolhouse preservation (7-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the March 5, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0‑0 vote and the March 12, 2025 minutes with a 4‑0‑1 vote. Members discussed FY26 municipal operating budget requests but took no action on those items. Voting on Articles 24, 25, and 26 was deferred until the Planning Board provides its recommendations.

• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Deferred voting on Articles 24, 25, 26 until Planning Board recommendations