Canton's main governing board. Sets town policy, approves major contracts, and makes key appointments.
125 items across 8 meetings.
June 16, 2026 · agenda
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15-minute open public comment at the start of the meeting.
📍 Memorial Hall, 801 Washington Street
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Board to approve a contract for the Fire Chief, followed by a swearing-in ceremony.
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Update on a park dedication event and ongoing library construction.
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Board to consider releasing $1.6M from Special Education Reserve Funds to cover a projected FY26 budget shortfall.
💰 $1,600,000 from reserve funds
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Eversource (NStar) seeks permission to install one new utility pole (#295/13B) on Dan Road to serve 45 Dan Road.
📍 Dan Road / 45 Dan Road
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Discussion of the 2026 Scarecrow Stroll community fundraiser event.
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Board to discuss a rent adjustment for Prynne Hills (town-managed housing property).
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Board to discuss a rent adjustment for One Arboretum (town-managed housing property).
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Board to discuss a rent adjustment for Millside (town-managed housing property).
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Board to award the FY2027 stop-loss health reinsurance contract, which caps the town's liability on employee health claims.
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Board to accept and endorse an easement for Canton Reserve streets as a public way.
📍 Stillwater Road, Foundry Lane, Dalebrook Court
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Board to appoint Timothy Taylor as a Police Sergeant.
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Board to appoint Rachel Kimball as Assessing Technician.
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Board to approve a PAF for Public Health Nurse Kara Johnson.
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Board to approve the job description for a new Conservation Environmental Specialist position.
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Board to approve a $246,830 state Chapter 90 road-funds reimbursement for the Revere Court Replacement Easement Taking.
💰 $246,830 reimbursement
📍 Revere Court
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Board to approve a $30,380.78 Chapter 90 reimbursement for the Ames Avenue paving project.
💰 $30,380.78 reimbursement
📍 Ames Avenue
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Board to approve a $69,927.32 Chapter 90 reimbursement for the Blackman Road paving project.
💰 $69,927.32 reimbursement
📍 Blackman Road
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Board to consider a food-service license for The Rolling Scones, LLC doing business as The Alchemist Baker.
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One-day DJ permit for a wedding reception at Northern Spy Restaurant, June 20, 2026, 4 PM–11 PM (patio until 10 PM), contingent on Building, Police, and Fire approval.
📍 4 Rolling Mill Way
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Board to accept $75 in donations to the Department of Elder and Human Services in memory of Mary Moran and Peg Meissner.
💰 $75 in donations
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Board to accept $125 in donations to the Canton Fire Department from two private donors.
💰 $125 in donations
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Board to accept a $12,500 grant from Outfront Media designated for 120 Cedar Street.
💰 $12,500 grant
📍 120 Cedar Street
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Board to appoint Angela Mouradian to the Canton Cultural Council.
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Board to appoint Agnes Hagan to the Canton Housing Authority.
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Board to discuss pickleball facilities or related town policy.
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Board to address written testimony submitted for the Pappas Hearing; details not specified in agenda.
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Board to approve a formal policy governing town hiring and Personnel Action Form procedures.
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Board to approve cemetery commitments totaling $5,987.50.
💰 $5,987.50
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Vendor warrants totaling approximately $4.9M and payroll warrants totaling approximately $2.3M for the weeks of 06/04/26 and 06/11/26.
💰 Vendor: ~$4,907,319.19 total; Payroll: ~$2,295,629.47 total
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Interim Town Administrator to provide a routine update to the Board.
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Board announcements; next meeting June 30, 2026, 7:00 PM, Memorial Hall.
📍 Memorial Hall, 801 Washington Street
June 2, 2026 · agenda
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Closed session at 6:00 PM to discuss Police collective bargaining or litigation strategy.
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Fifteen-minute open public comment at 7:00 PM.
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Presentation of Kids' Camp photos.
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Board to present a 'Standing Together' community statement.
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Board reviews a proposed Zero Emission Vehicle First policy for town fleet or purchases.
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Board considers hiring a consultant for the Town Administrator search, funded by up to $20,000 in mitigation funds.
💰 Up to $20,000 from mitigation funds
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Review of updated personnel hiring policy and standardized PAF procedures.
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Three new Police Officers — Riley Brown, Jamal Robert, and Elizabeth Smith — up for appointment.
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Approval of a personnel action form for Assessing Director Mary Tynan.
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Lisa Carlton proposed for appointment as Assistant Treasurer/Collector.
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2.5% COLA proposed for all full- and part-time Personnel Board members.
💰 2.5% salary increase for Personnel Board members
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Proposed by-law updates clarify penalties for discharge/contamination violations and public utilities violations.
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Request to use $185,000 in mitigation funds to cover the added cost of constructing a retaining wall at the Hansen site.
💰 $185,000 from mitigation funds
📍 Hansen (site not further specified)
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Board considers approving a PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) agreement for the Hellenic Center.
💰 Tax revenue implications — PILOT amount not specified
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Board members to be appointed to Master Plan Implementation, Community Preservation, and By-Law Modernization committees (1-year terms each).
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Police Chief Daniels, Deputy Chief Cruz, and Lt. Rae appointed to DEI, CAASA, Permit Advisory, and Constable roles.
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Sonja Grauds proposed as School Committee rep on the Master Plan Implementation Committee.
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Agnes Hagan proposed as Canton Housing Authority rep on the Community Preservation Committee.
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Angela Chan and Christian Santiago Alicea proposed for appointment to the DEI Committee.
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Vahsaun Givans, Tyrishma Allen, and Joanne Connolly proposed for appointment to the Cultural Council.
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Approval sought for a 5K road race starting at Dunkin' offices on Royall Street on October 18, 2026, contingent on Police, Fire, Building, and Point32 approval.
📍 Royall Street (Dunkin' offices)
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Approval of a regional cooperative supply purchasing award for DPW through the Southeastern Regional Services Group.
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Approval of a regional cooperative paper purchasing contract for DPW.
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Approval of a regional cooperative contract for water and sewer treatment chemicals.
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Approval requested for a block party at 9 Helen Drive on June 12, 4:00–11:30 PM, contingent on Building, Police, and Fire approval.
📍 9 Helen Drive
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Routine approval of vendor warrants totaling ~$5.8M (weeks of 5/21 and 5/28) and payroll warrant of ~$2.14M (5/28).
💰 Vendor: $3,277,395.23 (5/21) + $2,526,210.61 (5/28); Payroll: $2,140,360.15 (5/28)
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Approval of final water/sewer billing commitment totaling $6,366.04.
💰 $6,366.04
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Approval of residential water/sewer billing commitment totaling $4,272,844.59.
💰 $4,272,844.59
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Routine approval of a cemetery lot perpetual care deed.
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Routine approval of Select Board meeting minutes from May 19, 2026.
May 19, 2026 · agenda
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Residents may address the Board on any topic (15 minutes).
📍 Memorial Hall, 801 Washington Street
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Board will reorganize — likely electing new officers for the coming term.
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Board interviews two finalists for Fire Chief; outcome affects leadership of Canton's fire department.
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Board considers accepting conveyance of Lot 8D land to the Town from Canton Holdings.
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Sets the Board's official meeting calendar for the second half of 2026.
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Authorizes $1,600 in donations to Elder & Human Services, including $1,000 from Victor Del Vecchio and Lisa Lopez for Physical Fitness Programming and four donations in memory of Mary Moran.
💰 $1,600 total in donations
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Liquor store at 100 Washington St. seeks approval to operate under new name Tri Town Liquors Fine Wine Beer.
📍 100 Washington Street
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One-day outdoor event with live band in the parking lot at 210 Sherman St., 4–8 PM, contingent on Building Commissioner, Police, and Fire Chief approval.
📍 210 Sherman Street
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Board approves routine town payroll and vendor payments totaling roughly $13.6M across four weeks ending May 14, 2026.
💰 Vendor warrants: $3,079,835.73 (4/30), $1,366,678.21 (5/7), $4,928,054.38 (5/14); Payroll: $2,051,124.31 (4/30), $2,161,035.44 (5/14)
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Board approves cemetery fee commitments totaling $5,687.50.
💰 $5,687.50
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Board approves cemetery lot and perpetual care deeds.
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Routine approval of prior Select Board meeting minutes.
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Interim Town Administrator Jennifer N. Kemalian provides an update.
May 11, 2026 · agenda
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Dozens of volunteers re-appointed across committees including Water & Sewer Rate Policy, ZBA, Conservation Commission, and Economic Development, effective May 7, 2026.
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New Sustainable Purchasing Policy would replace and modernize the existing Buy Recycled Policy.
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Annual Town Meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM at Canton High School Morse Auditorium — key vote opportunity for residents.
📍 Canton High School, 900 Washington Street, Canton, MA 02021
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Sean Fallon is being considered for appointment as Fire Captain.
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Joshua Gittings is being considered for appointment as Interim Town Engineer, a key role overseeing infrastructure projects.
April 28, 2026 · agenda
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Closed session to discuss collective bargaining strategy or litigation with AEA before the 7 PM public meeting.
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Fifteen-minute public comment period opens the 7 PM session.
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Board continues its hearing on proposed new water/sewer rates and rate structure, with implementation on bills issued starting July 1, 2026; Water Sewer Rate Policy Committee and its consultant will present recommendations.
💰 New water and sewer rates effective July 1, 2026 (FY2027 billing cycle)
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Board to consider re-appointments to various town boards and committees (list attached to agenda).
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Board to consider appointing Maureen Kelly as the town's Budget Analyst/Procurement Specialist.
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CHS Wellness Department's Champions of Wellness 5K road race would start at 9 AM at Canton High School campus, contingent on insurance, Police, and Fire approval.
📍 Canton High School Campus and Football Field
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Board to accept a $250 donation from B&G Restaurant Supply to the Beautification Committee for Canton Clean Up Day under MGL Ch. 44 §53A.
💰 $250 donation
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Board to accept a $62,500 grant from outdoor-advertising company Outfront Media tied to the Rt. 95, Cedar, and Shawmut billboard locations under MGL Ch. 44 §53A.
💰 $62,500 grant
📍 Rt. 95, Cedar, and Shawmut locations
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Board to review a new Sustainable Purchasing Policy that replaces and modernizes the existing Buy Recycled Policy.
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Routine approval of minutes from two prior Select Board meetings.
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Routine warrant authorization: $3,827,792.01 vendor payments and $2,172,930.16 payroll for the week of April 16, 2026.
💰 $3,827,792.01 vendor; $2,172,930.16 payroll
April 14, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Residents may address the board for up to 15 minutes.
📋 Proposed
Board to approve Michael Gifford Cruz's personal service contract as Deputy Police Chief of Administration and hold a swearing-in ceremony.
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Hearing on a Class II used-car dealer license application for Urban Motors at 1033 Turnpike St.
📍 1033 Turnpike St, Canton, MA 02021
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Board hears the Water Sewer Rate Policy Committee's recommended new rate structure, proposed to take effect July 1, 2026 (FY2027 bills).
💰 New rates effective FY2027 bills (as of July 1, 2026); amounts TBD at hearing
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Approval of a food-service license for Life's A Bagel at 29 Washington St.
📍 29 Washington Street
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Board to re-appoint members across numerous town boards and committees per attached list.
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Approval of revised job description for the Town Engineer position.
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Elizabeth Gray to be appointed to the Commission on Disabilities.
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Victoria Crossman to be appointed as Young Adult Services Librarian.
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Board to approve town employee insurance premium rates for Fiscal Year 2027.
💰 FY27 insurance premium rates — amounts not specified in agenda
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Board to accept gifts totaling $1,400 — including $1,000 in memory of Ralph Staples — donated to Elder and Human Services under MGL Ch. 44 §53A.
💰 $150 (Dorothy Tilley), $100 (Marjorie Weiner), $1,000 (Susan Staples), $50 (Rich Hegarty), $50 (Carol Munson), $50 (Dan and Shirley Kelley)
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Carnival at Trinity Episcopal Church, One Blue Hill River Rd, May 22–31, 2026 (selected evenings/afternoons), contingent on insurance and approvals from Building Commissioner, Police, and Fire Chiefs.
📍 One Blue Hill River Road
🔄 Postponed
Vote to declare a 2017 Ford Explorer surplus has been postponed.
📋 Proposed
Approval of cemetery commitments totaling $4,325.
💰 $4,325
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Vendor warrants of $1,496,776.56 (4/2/26) and $975,582.39 (4/9/26); payroll warrant of $1,992,623.09 (4/2/26) for board approval.
💰 $1,496,776.56 + $975,582.39 vendor; $1,992,623.09 payroll
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Approval of cemetery lot deeds and perpetual care agreements.
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Interim Town Administrator Jennifer Kemalian to provide an update.
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Update from the SCAP Committee on Canton's sustainability and climate action planning efforts.
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Board to formally appoint members to over 25 town committees, including Zoning Board of Appeals, Conservation Commission, Economic Development, and others per attached list.
March 31, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Residents may address the board for up to 15 minutes on any topic.
📍 Memorial Hall, 801 Washington Street, Canton, MA
📋 Proposed
Hearing on a Class II (used-car dealer) license application for Inversiones Lexis Auto Sales LLC at 437 Turnpike St, #212.
📍 437 Turnpike St, #212, Canton, MA
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Board to vote on a PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) agreement for the Hellenic Center, affecting municipal tax revenue.
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Board to appoint Jennifer Kemalian as Interim Town Administrator, Edwin Freitas as Interim Fire Chief, and Robert Martin as Interim Director of Central Maintenance.
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Board to appoint Michael Gifford Cruz as Deputy Police Chief of Administration.
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Board to approve updated job descriptions for Treasurer Collector and Budget Analyst, and appoint Susan Desjardins as Treasurer Collector.
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Board to appoint Sergeant Sean Becker as Constable.
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Board to accept $1,000 from Bank of Canton and $300 from Hebrew Senior Life as donations to the Beautification Committee under MGL Ch. 44 §53A.
💰 $1,300 in donations
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Renewal of seasonal wine and malt liquor license and common victualler license for K&K Kitchens dba Karen's Kitchen.
📍 2167 Washington St, Canton, MA
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Warrants totaling ~$7.86M: vendor warrants of $3,296,381.91 (03/19) and $2,563,257.14 (03/26); payroll warrant of $2,005,134.70 (03/19).
💰 $7,864,773.75 total
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Routine approval of prior Select Board meeting minutes.
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Town Administrator to provide an update to the board.
📋 Proposed
Next Select Board meeting is Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 7:00 PM, Salah Room, Memorial Hall.
📍 Memorial Hall, 801 Washington Street, Canton, MA