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29 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Dennis Guilfoyle, Dennis Teehan, James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Dimitria Sullivan
Absent: None
Close nominations
Dr. Teehan moved to close nominations; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Ms. Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved to close nominations; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Ms. Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sullivan)
Choose Dennis Guilfoyle as Chairman of the Board
Mr. MacDonald stated that all those in favor of Mr. Guilfoyle as Chair of the Board say yes, On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, abstained, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.
Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanAbstained: GuilfoyleDr. Teehan nominated Mr. Guilfoyle for Chairman; seconded by Ms. MacDonald (the minutes, just before this roll call).
“Mr. MacDonald stated that all those in favor of Mr. Guilfoyle as Chair of the Board say yes, On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, abstained, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes..” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Nominate Dr. Teehan for Vice Chair of the Board
Mr. MacDonald moved to nominate Dr. Teehan for Vice Chair of the Board; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, abstained, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
Yes: Guilfoyle, James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, SullivanAbstained: Teehan
“Mr. MacDonald moved to nominate Dr. Teehan for Vice Chair of the Board; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, abstained, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Approve: Approval of Military Friends Run for the Fallen (9/14/19)
Mr. MacDonald moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
The roll call lists Michael Butler and Brendan Keogh, who were not on the board on this date, and gives no vote for Sarah MacDonald and Dimitria Sullivan. Showing the count only.
“Mr. MacDonald moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Mr. Keogh, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Mr. Butler, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Approve: Approval of Jack & Eric's Pirate Lemonade Stand
Mr. MacDonald moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Approve subject to confirmation from the Building Commissioner to the Planning Board
Mr. MacDonald moved approval subject to confirmation from the Building Commissioner to the Planning Board; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved approval subject to confirmation from the Building Commissioner to the Planning Board; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)
Approve: LLC d/b/a Uno Chicago Grill, 270 Providence Highway
Mr. MacDonald moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Approve (the minutes do not say what, beyond the agenda item)
Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. Mr. MacDonald stated that he is voting for this only because Ms. Betts had been on the job only four days when the violation happened. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. Mr. MacDonald stated that he is voting for this only because Ms. Betts had been on the job only four days when the violation happened. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Endorse and support the project, as well as placement of a sign at the East Dedham Firehouse and Colburn Street and that the Mother Brook 375 Committee work with Town Manager (Chief Procurement...
Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board endorse and support the project, as well as placement of a sign at the East Dedham Firehouse and Colburn Street and that the Mother Brook 375 Committee work with Town Manager (Chief Procurement Officer) seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes
The roll call does not give a vote for James MacDonald. Showing the count only.
“Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board endorse and support the project, as well as placement of a sign at the East Dedham Firehouse and Colburn Street and that the Mother Brook 375 Committee work with Town Manager (Chief Procurement Officer) seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. Sullivan, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. MacDonald, yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Teehan)
Amend Part 1, Schedule No. 5 of the Traffic Regulations to adopt a "No Right Turn, Monday thru Friday, 4 PM to 7 PM, Local Traffic Only" turn prohibiting traffic heading Southbound on Highland...
Dr. Teehan moved that the Board amend Part 1, Schedule No. 5 of the Traffic Regulations to adopt a "No Right Turn, Monday thru Friday, 4 PM to 7 PM, Local Traffic Only" turn prohibiting traffic heading Southbound on Highland Street at the intersecting public roadways of Pacella Drive and Chute Road. Amend Part 1, Schedule No. 6 of the Traffic Regulations to adopt a "No Left Turn, Monday thru Friday, 4PM to 7PM, Local Traffic Only" turn prohibiting traffic heading Northbound on Highland Street at the intersecting public roadways of Chute Road and Pacella Drive; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved that the Board amend Part 1, Schedule No. 5 of the Traffic Regulations to adopt a "No Right Turn, Monday thru Friday, 4 PM to 7 PM, Local Traffic Only" turn prohibiting traffic heading Southbound on Highland Street at the intersecting public roadways of Pacella Drive and Chute Road. Amend Part 1, Schedule No. 6 of the Traffic Regulations to adopt a "No Left Turn, Monday thru Friday, 4PM to 7PM, Local Traffic Only" turn prohibiting traffic heading Northbound on Highland Street at the intersecting public roadways of Chute Road and Pacella Drive; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sullivan)
Call for violation hearings for Auld sod pub, Halfway Café, Hilton at Dedham Pl., Pizzeria Uno, Shake Shack, Midway, Temazcal, PF Chang's, Center Deli and the Community Theatre, at a date to be...
Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board call for violation hearings for Auld sod pub, Halfway Café, Hilton at Dedham Pl., Pizzeria Uno, Shake Shack, Midway, Temazcal, PF Chang's, Center Deli and the Community Theatre, at a date to be determined seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board call for violation hearings for Auld sod pub, Halfway Café, Hilton at Dedham Pl., Pizzeria Uno, Shake Shack, Midway, Temazcal, PF Chang's, Center Deli and the Community Theatre, at a date to be determined seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Concurrence with the Finance and Warrant Comm
Mr. MacDonald moved concurrence with the Finance and Warrant Comm. On Article 2 seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved concurrence with the Finance and Warrant Comm. On Article 2 seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Teehan)
Approve Article 3, with the exception of line item 136 which will be voted on at Town meeting
Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board approve Article 3, with the exception of line item 136 which will be voted on at Town meeting; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, recused; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes Mr. MacDonald, yes
Yes: Guilfoyle, James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, TeehanDimitria Sullivan recused (the minutes say so) and is not counted.
“Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board approve Article 3, with the exception of line item 136 which will be voted on at Town meeting; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, recused; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Concur with the Finance and Warrant Committee's recommendation for Article 18
Dr. Teehan moved that the Board concur with the Finance and Warrant Committee's recommendation for Article 18; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved that the Board concur with the Finance and Warrant Committee's recommendation for Article 18; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sullivan)
Take a position on article 19 on Town meeting floor
Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board take a position on article 19 on Town meeting floor; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board take a position on article 19 on Town meeting floor; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Concur with the finance and warrant committee's recommendation for articles not passed
Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board concur with the finance and warrant committee's recommendation for articles not passed; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board concur with the finance and warrant committee's recommendation for articles not passed; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Teehan)
Approve: For the Dedham Heritage Rail Trail
Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Approve: Block Party Winfield Street Saturday, June 15, 2019 - Rain Date June 24 12 pm - 8 pm
Ms. MacDonald moved approval; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Ms. MacDonald moved approval; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Sullivan)
Approve: Inc. 269 Ballardvale Street Wilmington, MA 01887 Celtic Landscaping, Inc. 121 Shawmut Road Canton, MA 02021
Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sullivan)
Approve: 1 Day Liquor License Dedham Historical Society - Annual Soiree Saturday, May 18, 2019 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, Mammone by yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
The roll call does not give a vote for Sarah MacDonald. Showing the count only.
“Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, Mammone by yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sullivan)
Approve: John of Damascus Saturday, June 15, 2019 7pm 12am Saturday, June 29, 2019 6pm to 11 pm
Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. Ms. MacDonald pointed out that there was no licensee name on either application. Ms. Baker stated that she will remind Gail Kurker to include a licensee on future applications. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. Ms. MacDonald pointed out that there was no licensee name on either application. Ms. Baker stated that she will remind Gail Kurker to include a licensee on future applications. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Approve: Bay State Learning - John Ireland Saturday, June 8, 2019 7pm - 11pm Dedham community House 671 High St., Dedham, MA
Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sullivan)
Approve: La Passe Dance Company (Fred Astaire) Annual Showcase Sunday, May 19, 2019 4pm- 11pm
Ms. Sullivan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Ms. Sullivan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Approve: Minutes March 28, 2019 April 12, 2019
Mr. MacDonald moved approval; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, recused; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, recused; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
Yes: Guilfoyle, James MacDonald, TeehanSarah MacDonald and Dimitria Sullivan recused (the minutes say so) and are not counted.
“Mr. MacDonald moved approval; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, recused; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, recused; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Teehan)
Approve taking an item not on the agenda
Ms. MacDonald moved approval of taking an item not on the agenda; seconded by Mr. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Ms. MacDonald moved approval of taking an item not on the agenda; seconded by Mr. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: James MacDonald)
Approve: Request from the Dedham Country Day School's fourth grade class for their "Fun Run" on Friday, May 10, 2019, at 1pm
Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Approve taking in item not on the agenda
Ms. MacDonald moved approval of taking in item not on the agenda; seconded by Mr. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Ms. MacDonald moved approval of taking in item not on the agenda; seconded by Mr. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: James MacDonald)
Approve: Request from the Dedham School of Music to place an upright piano in Dedham Square from June until the end of October.
Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Mr. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Mr. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: James MacDonald)
Adjourn the Meeting
Mr. MacDonald moved to adjourn the Meeting; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved to adjourn the Meeting; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Teehan)
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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