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David Clough Announces Candidacy for Canton Select Board
CANTON, MA — David Clough, a former six-year member of the Canton Finance
Committee and a longtime advocate for municipal transparency, has officially announced his candidacy for the Canton Select Board. Clough is running on a platform focused on fiscal accountability, tax fairness, and restoring public trust in town leadership.
A Canton resident for more than a decade, Clough brings a unique perspective to local government as the owner of eVacuumStore.com, a successful national retail business.
His experience managing a high-volume operation—balancing logistics, customer service, and financial discipline—has shaped his practical, results-oriented approach to governance.
“I am running for Select Board because I believe Canton deserves a government that is efficient, transparent, and accountable,” said Clough. “Through my work in business and my years on the Finance Committee, I’ve seen firsthand how important it is to account for every dollar. I want to bring that same common-sense, performance-driven mindset to the Select Board.”
A Record of Principled Leadership Clough’s public service record reflects a consistent focus on protecting taxpayers and improving town operations. Key elements of his experience and platform include:
• Government Oversight: As a member of the Finance Committee, Clough was a consistent advocate for budget discipline, responsible long-term planning, and careful oversight of capital projects and major procurements.
• Championing Taxpayer Relief: Clough has been a leading voice for protecting Canton’s most vulnerable residents, including seniors on fixed incomes and young families—from the effects of rising property tax valuations. He has urged the Select Board to adopt the maximum allowable residential tax shift to ensure commercial properties contribute their fair share. He has also supported targeted relief measures such as small-business tax exemptions to help sustain local, independent businesses.
• Independent Advocacy for Transparency: Serving as Vice Chair of the Police Audit Committee, Clough has advocated for comprehensive and independent reviews of departmental policies, emphasizing that transparency and accountability are essential to maintaining public trust.
• Modernizing Town Government: Drawing on his technical and business background, Clough has supported efforts to modernize town operations, including electronic voting initiatives and expanded public access to municipal data.
Clough lives in Canton with his wife and two children. His campaign will focus on opening the doors of Town Hall, strengthening fiscal discipline, and fostering a culture of accountability across all municipal departments.
For more information about David Clough’s candidacy, platform, and vision for Canton, visit davidclough.com.