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22 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Dennis Guilfoyle, Dennis Teehan, James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Dimitria Sullivan
Absent: None
Approve: Street
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: Minutes: 3-14-19, 4-8-19, 5-8-19, 5-20-19 and 7-11-19
Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, Abstained; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, Abstained; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes. FOR THE RECORD - Ms. Sullivan & Ms. MacDonald abstained
Yes: Guilfoyle, James MacDonald, TeehanAbstained: Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan
“Dr. Teehan moved approval; seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, Abstained; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, Abstained; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes. FOR THE RECORD - Ms. Sullivan & Ms. MacDonald abstained.” (Motion: Teehan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Approve the FY'20-FY'22 Recommended Pavement Improvements
Dr. Teehan moved approval of the FY'20-FY'22 Recommended Pavement Improvements; 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 of the FY'20-FY'22 Recommended Pavement Improvements; 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)
Close the hearing
Mr. MacDonald moved to close the hearing; 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 close the hearing; 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)
Take this matter up at the next Board meeting to render whatever decisions have been made
Mr. MacDonald moved that the Board take this matter up at the next Board meeting to render whatever decisions have been made; 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 take this matter up at the next Board meeting to render whatever decisions have been made; 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)
Adopt the Engineering Departments recommendations with the understanding that Engineering will reach out to residents on the abutting streets, including residents on Intervale Road, furthermore...
Ms. MacDonald moved that the Board adopt the Engineering Departments recommendations with the understanding that Engineering will reach out to residents on the abutting streets, including residents on Intervale Road, furthermore, that the Board amend part 1 of schedule 9 of the traffic regulations to eliminate the yield sign for the southbound travel lane of Intervale Road as it intersects with Fox Meadow Lane and amend part 1 schedule 8 of the traffic regulations for the Town of Dedham, to adopt stop sign for the southbound traveling Lane of Intervale Road at its intersection with Fox Meadow Lane; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Ms. MacDonald moved that the Board adopt the Engineering Departments recommendations with the understanding that Engineering will reach out to residents on the abutting streets, including residents on Intervale Road, furthermore, that the Board amend part 1 of schedule 9 of the traffic regulations to eliminate the yield sign for the southbound travel lane of Intervale Road as it intersects with Fox Meadow Lane and amend part 1 schedule 8 of the traffic regulations for the Town of Dedham, to adopt stop sign for the southbound traveling Lane of Intervale Road at its intersection with Fox Meadow Lane; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Teehan)
Approve: Request for Outside Service at Moose Lodge - 8/24 1-7 pm)
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: Referred to Engineering for Study and Report
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)
Find that the licensee, The Dedham Midway Corp
Ms. MacDonald moved to find that the licensee, The Dedham Midway Corp. d/b/a The Midway Steakhouse, 269 Washington St.,did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's Rules & Regulations [sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age], 204 CMR 2.05 (2) [permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality of any kind to take place in or on the licensed premises], and/or the rules and regulations for holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses in the Town of Dedham, #23 [sale or delivery to a person under 21 years of age] as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report; 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 to find that the licensee, The Dedham Midway Corp. d/b/a The Midway Steakhouse, 269 Washington St.,did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's Rules & Regulations [sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age], 204 CMR 2.05 (2) [permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality of any kind to take place in or on the licensed premises], and/or the rules and regulations for holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses in the Town of Dedham, #23 [sale or delivery to a person under 21 years of age] as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report; 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)
A written warning be issued regarding the all Alcohol Restaurant License issued to The Dedham Midway Corp
Ms. MacDonald moved that a written warning be issued regarding the all Alcohol Restaurant License issued to The Dedham Midway Corp. d/b/a The Midway Steakhouse, 269 Washington St.; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. Sullivan. Yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Ms. MacDonald moved that a written warning be issued regarding the all Alcohol Restaurant License issued to The Dedham Midway Corp. d/b/a The Midway Steakhouse, 269 Washington St.; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. Sullivan. Yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Teehan)
Find that the licensee, Shake Shack Legacy Place Dedham LLC d/b/a Shake Shack, 226 Legacy Pl.,did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's Rules &...
Ms. MacDonald moved to find that the licensee, Shake Shack Legacy Place Dedham LLC d/b/a Shake Shack, 226 Legacy Pl.,did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's Rules & Regulations [sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age], 204 CMR 2.05 (2) [permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality of any kind to take place in or on the licensed premises], and/or the rules and regulations for holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses in the Town of Dedham, #23 [sale or delivery to a person under 21 years of age] as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report; 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 to find that the licensee, Shake Shack Legacy Place Dedham LLC d/b/a Shake Shack, 226 Legacy Pl.,did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's Rules & Regulations [sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age], 204 CMR 2.05 (2) [permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality of any kind to take place in or on the licensed premises], and/or the rules and regulations for holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses in the Town of Dedham, #23 [sale or delivery to a person under 21 years of age] as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report; 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)
A written warning be issued regarding the all alcohol restaurant license issued to Shake Shack, 226 Legacy Pl
Ms. MacDonald moved that a written warning be issued regarding the all alcohol restaurant license issued to Shake Shack, 226 Legacy Pl; 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 that a written warning be issued regarding the all alcohol restaurant license issued to Shake Shack, 226 Legacy Pl; 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)
Find that the licensee, High Street Dining, Inc. d/b/a Centre Deli/Market and Deli After Dark, 545 High St ,did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's...
Mr. MacDonald moved to find that the licensee, High Street Dining, Inc. d/b/a Centre Deli/Market and Deli After Dark, 545 High St ,did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's Rules & Regulations [sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age], 204 CMR 2.05 (2) [permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality of any kind to take place in or on the licensed premises], and/or the rules and regulations for holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses in the Town of Dedham, #23 [sale or delivery to a person under 21 years of age] as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report; 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 to find that the licensee, High Street Dining, Inc. d/b/a Centre Deli/Market and Deli After Dark, 545 High St ,did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's Rules & Regulations [sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age], 204 CMR 2.05 (2) [permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality of any kind to take place in or on the licensed premises], and/or the rules and regulations for holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses in the Town of Dedham, #23 [sale or delivery to a person under 21 years of age] as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report; 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)
The All Alcohol Restaurant License issued to High Street Dining, Inc., d/b/a Centre Deli/Market and Deli After Dark, 545 High Street, be suspended for a period of (1) day, said (1) day originally...
Mr. MacDonald moved that the All Alcohol Restaurant License issued to High Street Dining, Inc., d/b/a Centre Deli/Market and Deli After Dark, 545 High Street, be suspended for a period of (1) day, said (1) day originally imposed and held in Abeyance as the result of a compliance failure on May 29, 2018 and that an additional two (2) day suspension be imposed for the compliance failure on April 11, 2019, one (1) day to be served and one (1) day to be held in Abeyance for a period of twelve (12) months, said twelve (12) months to expire July 25, 2020. This action results in a suspension of the All Alcohol Restaurant License issued to High Street Dining, Inc., d/b/a Centre Deli/Market and Deli After Dark for a period totaling two (2) days, said two (2) days to be served on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 and Thursday, August 8, 2019; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. Sullivan. Yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved that the All Alcohol Restaurant License issued to High Street Dining, Inc., d/b/a Centre Deli/Market and Deli After Dark, 545 High Street, be suspended for a period of (1) day, said (1) day originally imposed and held in Abeyance as the result of a compliance failure on May 29, 2018 and that an additional two (2) day suspension be imposed for the compliance failure on April 11, 2019, one (1) day to be served and one (1) day to be held in Abeyance for a period of twelve (12) months, said twelve (12) months to expire July 25, 2020. This action results in a suspension of the All Alcohol Restaurant License issued to High Street Dining, Inc., d/b/a Centre Deli/Market and Deli After Dark for a period totaling two (2) days, said two (2) days to be served on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 and Thursday, August 8, 2019; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. Sullivan. Yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)
Find that the licensee, Halfway Café, Inc. d/b/a Halfway Café, 174 Washington Street, did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's Rules & Regulations...
Mr. MacDonald moved to find that the licensee, Halfway Café, Inc. d/b/a Halfway Café, 174 Washington Street, did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's Rules & Regulations [sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age], 204 CMR 2.05 (2) [permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality of any kind to take place in or on the licensed premises], and/or the rules and regulations for holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses in the Town of Dedham, #23 [sale or delivery to a person under 21 years of age] as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. Sullivan. Yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved to find that the licensee, Halfway Café, Inc. d/b/a Halfway Café, 174 Washington Street, did violate Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 and the Town of Dedham's Rules & Regulations [sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age], 204 CMR 2.05 (2) [permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality of any kind to take place in or on the licensed premises], and/or the rules and regulations for holders of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses in the Town of Dedham, #23 [sale or delivery to a person under 21 years of age] as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. Sullivan. Yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)
The All Alcohol Restaurant License issued to Halfway Café, Inc. d/b/a Halfway Café, 174 Washington Street, be suspended for a period of (1) day, said (1) day originally imposed and held in...
Mr. MacDonald moved that the All Alcohol Restaurant License issued to Halfway Café, Inc. d/b/a Halfway Café, 174 Washington Street, be suspended for a period of (1) day, said (1) day originally imposed and held in Abeyance as the result of a compliance failure on May 29, 2018 and that an additional two (2) day suspension be imposed for the compliance failure on April 11, 2019, one (1) day to be served and one (1) day to be held in Abeyance for a period of twelve (12) months, said twelve (12) months to expire July 25, 2020. This action results in a suspension of the All Alcohol Restaurant License issued to Halfway Café, Inc. d/b/a Halfway Café for a period totaling two (2) days, said two (2) days to be served on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 and Thursday, August 8, 2019; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. Sullivan. Yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved that the All Alcohol Restaurant License issued to Halfway Café, Inc. d/b/a Halfway Café, 174 Washington Street, be suspended for a period of (1) day, said (1) day originally imposed and held in Abeyance as the result of a compliance failure on May 29, 2018 and that an additional two (2) day suspension be imposed for the compliance failure on April 11, 2019, one (1) day to be served and one (1) day to be held in Abeyance for a period of twelve (12) months, said twelve (12) months to expire July 25, 2020. This action results in a suspension of the All Alcohol Restaurant License issued to Halfway Café, Inc. d/b/a Halfway Café for a period totaling two (2) days, said two (2) days to be served on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 and Thursday, August 8, 2019; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. Sullivan. Yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)
Take an item not on the agenda
Mr. MacDonald moved to take an item not on the agenda; 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 to take an item not on the agenda; 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)
Approve: HALFWAY CAFE' SANCTION(S)
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)
Accept the Search Committee's report
Ms. MacDonald moved that the Board accept the Search Committee's report; 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 that the Board accept the Search Committee's report; 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)
Close the hearing
Ms. MacDonald moved to close the hearing; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. Sullivan. yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Ms. MacDonald moved to close the hearing; seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald, yes, Dr. Teehan, yes, Ms. Sullivan. yes, Mr. Guilfoyle, yes, Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Teehan)
Approve the applicant's request
Ms. MacDonald moved approval of the applicant's request; 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 of the applicant's request; 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)
Enter Executive Session: Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch.39, Sec
Ms. MacDonald moved that the Board enter Executive Session: Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch.39, Sec. 23B Exemption 3 (potential litigation/Ames) and Exemption 6 (real property/Striar); seconded by. Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Ms. MacDonald moved that the Board enter Executive Session: Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch.39, Sec. 23B Exemption 3 (potential litigation/Ames) and Exemption 6 (real property/Striar); seconded by. Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald)
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