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Dedham Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting

January 10, 2019

16 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: James MacDonald, Brendan Keogh, Dennis Teehan, Michael Butler, Dennis Guilfoyle

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Election Wardens and Increase for Election Workers

Approve: The name remaining for consideration to the appointment is Cheryl Schoenfeld.

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Mr. Butler. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Mr. Butler. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Guilfoyle, second: Butler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Precinct 7 - Sheila Becker

Approve the Wardens in Precincts 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7 in accordance with the state statute

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Dr. Teehan moved to approve the Wardens in Precincts 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7 in accordance with the state statute; seconded by Mr. Keogh. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Dr. Teehan moved to approve the Wardens in Precincts 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7 in accordance with the state statute; seconded by Mr. Keogh. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Keogh)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the Wardens Precinct 3 in accordance with the state statute

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Mr. Butler moved to approve the Wardens Precinct 3 in accordance with the state statute; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, abstained, Mr. MacDonald, yes

Yes: Butler, James MacDonald, Keogh, TeehanAbstained: Guilfoyle

From the minutes

“Mr. Butler moved to approve the Wardens Precinct 3 in accordance with the state statute; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, abstained, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Butler, second: Teehan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Raise the pay of Election Workers as follows

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Mr. Keogh moved to raise the pay of Election Workers as follows. Wardens - $215 per day, Clerks $190 per day, Inspectors $170 per day; seconded by Mr. Butler. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, abstained, Mr. MacDonald, yes

Yes: Butler, James MacDonald, Keogh, TeehanAbstained: Guilfoyle

From the minutes

“Mr. Keogh moved to raise the pay of Election Workers as follows. Wardens - $215 per day, Clerks $190 per day, Inspectors $170 per day; seconded by Mr. Butler. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, abstained, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Keogh, second: Butler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Sandwich Board Signs

Approve: Near La Luce pastry shop

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

Mr. Butler moved approval; Seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Mr. Butler. Yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

The roll call names Michael Butler twice and does not give a vote for Dennis Teehan. Showing the result only.

From the minutes

“Mr. Butler moved approval; Seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Mr. Butler. Yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Butler, second: Teehan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Discussion & Vote Re: Annual Egg Drop

Approve: Department as well as Chief Spillane and Chief D'Entremont.

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Guilfoyle, second: Teehan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve: Annual Egg Drop

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Guilfoyle, second: Teehan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve Will Spofford as the Manager of Record for Shake Shack - Legacy Place

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval of Will Spofford as the Manager of Record for Shake Shack - Legacy Place; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval of Will Spofford as the Manager of Record for Shake Shack - Legacy Place; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Guilfoyle, second: Teehan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Hilton at Dedham

Call for hearings at a scheduled time to be determined

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Dr. Teehan moved to call for hearings at a scheduled time to be determined; seconded by Mr. Guilfoyle. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Dr. Teehan moved to call for hearings at a scheduled time to be determined; seconded by Mr. Guilfoyle. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Guilfoyle)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Maintain Approved Manager of Record

Call for a hearing to discuss the Change of Manager issues with Joe's American Bar & Grill

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Guilfoyle moved that the Board call for a hearing to discuss the Change of Manager issues with Joe's American Bar & Grill; seconded by Mr. Keogh. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Guilfoyle moved that the Board call for a hearing to discuss the Change of Manager issues with Joe's American Bar & Grill; seconded by Mr. Keogh. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Guilfoyle, second: Keogh)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Take an item not on the agenda

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Guilfoyle moved to take an item not on the agenda; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Guilfoyle moved to take an item not on the agenda; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Guilfoyle, second: Teehan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve: Maintain Approved Manager of Record

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Mr. Keogh. Mr. Guilfoyle informed all that as in the past, Mr. O'Neil will be looking for volunteers. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Mr. Keogh. Mr. Guilfoyle informed all that as in the past, Mr. O'Neil will be looking for volunteers. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Guilfoyle, second: Keogh)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Meeting

Approve: Meeting

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Mr. Keogh. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Mr. Keogh. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Guilfoyle, second: Keogh)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Fed. Corp. - Dedham

Approve: Corp. - Dedham J&L Musto Construction, Inc.

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Guilfoyle moved approval; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Guilfoyle, second: Teehan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Constable Re-appointment - Kevin Leary

Deny the request for reappointment as Constable

Minutes, page 11

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Butler moved to deny the request for reappointment as Constable seconded by Mr. Keogh. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Butler moved to deny the request for reappointment as Constable seconded by Mr. Keogh. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Butler, second: Keogh)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Adjourn the meeting

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mr. Guilfoyle moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by Mr. Butler. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes

From the minutes

“Mr. Guilfoyle moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by Mr. Butler. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Guilfoyle, second: Butler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

From the Dedham Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Agendas and Minutes page. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Stephen Acosta from Dedham Public Schools (School Committee page); Dimitria Sullivan and Erin Boles Welsh from Dedham Patch (2022 candidate profiles); Michelle Persson Reilly from her campaign website; James MacDonald from the Massachusetts School Building Authority staff page.

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