MassVoter.com← Dedham Select BoardDedham Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
18 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: Part of this meeting was held jointly with the Dedham Housing Authority; the Authority’s votes are left out.
Present: Dennis Guilfoyle, Dennis Teehan, James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Dimitria Sullivan
Absent: None
Close the Public Hearing
Ms. MacDonald moved to close the Public 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 Public 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 license being issued to Caff'e Nero
Mr. MacDonald moved approval of the license being issued to Caff'e Nero; 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 approval of the license being issued to Caff'e Nero; 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)
Approve Gavadier Cruz as Manager of Record for Caffe' Nero Legacy Place
Mr. MacDonald moved approval of Gavadier Cruz as Manager of Record for Caffe' Nero Legacy Place; 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 approval of Gavadier Cruz as Manager of Record for Caffe' Nero Legacy Place; 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)
Approve the brunch provision for Caffe' Nero, service at 10 AM on Sundays
Mr. MacDonald moved approval of the brunch provision for Caffe' Nero, service at 10 AM on Sundays; 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 approval of the brunch provision for Caffe' Nero, service at 10 AM on Sundays; 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)
Put all candidates into nomination
Dr. Teehan moved to put all candidates into nomination; seconded by Mr. MacDonald. Nominees John Wagner Cathy Cardinale Carol O'Neil Brian Keeney On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Dr. Teehan moved to put all candidates into nomination; seconded by Mr. MacDonald. Nominees John Wagner Cathy Cardinale Carol O'Neil Brian Keeney On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: James MacDonald)
Authorize this group to move forward with the exploration of the potential for a Park at 96 Trenton Rd
Mr. MacDonald moved to authorize this group to move forward with the exploration of the potential for a Park at 96 Trenton Rd; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. Dr. Teehan stated he believes the Town should consider providing some financial support for this project On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
“Mr. MacDonald moved to authorize this group to move forward with the exploration of the potential for a Park at 96 Trenton Rd; seconded by Ms. Sullivan. Dr. Teehan stated he believes the Town should consider providing some financial support for this project On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, yes; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, yes; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)
Approve: October 20, 2019 Taft Lane September 27, 2019 5 - 11pm Clark and Eleanor Street October 31, 2019 4 - 9pm
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: Signage
Mr. 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
“Mr. 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: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)
Approve: Regular BOS Minutes July 25, 2019 August 8, 2019
Mr. MacDonald moved approval; 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 approval; 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 the lease
Mr. MacDonald moved approval of the lease; 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 approval of the lease; 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)
Find the licensee, Uno Restaurants, LLC D/B/A Uno Chicago Grill, 270 Providence Hwy., did violate Massachusetts Gen
Mr. MacDonald moved to find the licensee, Uno Restaurants, LLC D/B/A Uno Chicago Grill, 270 Providence Hwy., did violate Massachusetts Gen. Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 [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 person under 21 years of age as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report; 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 find the licensee, Uno Restaurants, LLC D/B/A Uno Chicago Grill, 270 Providence Hwy., did violate Massachusetts Gen. Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 [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 person under 21 years of age as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report; 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)
A warning be issued regarding the all alcohol restaurant license issued to Uno Restaurants, LLC D/B/A Uno Chicago Grill
Mr. MacDonald moved that a warning be issued regarding the all alcohol restaurant license issued to Uno Restaurants, LLC D/B/A Uno Chicago Grill; 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 a warning be issued regarding the all alcohol restaurant license issued to Uno Restaurants, LLC D/B/A Uno Chicago Grill; 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)
Find the licensee, P F Chang's China Bistro, Inc. D/B/A P F Chang's China Bistro, 410 Legacy Pl., did violate Massachusetts Gen
Ms. MacDonald moved to find the licensee, P F Chang's China Bistro, Inc. D/B/A P F Chang's China Bistro, 410 Legacy Pl., did violate Massachusetts Gen. Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 [sale and 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 rules and regulations for holders of alcoholic beverage licenses in the Town of Dedham, #23 [sale or delivery to person under 21 years of age] as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report; 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 find the licensee, P F Chang's China Bistro, Inc. D/B/A P F Chang's China Bistro, 410 Legacy Pl., did violate Massachusetts Gen. Laws Chapter 138, Section 34 [sale and 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 rules and regulations for holders of alcoholic beverage licenses in the Town of Dedham, #23 [sale or delivery to person under 21 years of age] as outlined in the April 11, 2019 Police Report; 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)
The all alcohol restaurant license issued to PF Chang's China Bistro, Inc. D/B/A PF Chang's China Bistro, 410 Legacy Pl., be suspended for a period of one (1) day, said one (1) day originally...
Ms. MacDonald moved that the all alcohol restaurant license issued to PF Chang's China Bistro, Inc. D/B/A PF Chang's China Bistro, 410 Legacy Pl., be suspended for a period of one (1) day, said one (1) day originally imposed and held in abeyance as a result of the 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 (12) months, said 12 (12) months to expire September 26, 2020. This action results in a suspension of the all alcohol restaurant license issued to PF Chang's China Bistro Inc. D/B/A PF Chang's China Bistro four. Totaling two (2) days, said two (2) days to be served on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, and Thursday, October 10, 2019; 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 all alcohol restaurant license issued to PF Chang's China Bistro, Inc. D/B/A PF Chang's China Bistro, 410 Legacy Pl., be suspended for a period of one (1) day, said one (1) day originally imposed and held in abeyance as a result of the 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 (12) months, said 12 (12) months to expire September 26, 2020. This action results in a suspension of the all alcohol restaurant license issued to PF Chang's China Bistro Inc. D/B/A PF Chang's China Bistro four. Totaling two (2) days, said two (2) days to be served on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, and Thursday, October 10, 2019; 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, rebel restaurants, Inc. DBA Temezcal tequila 660 Legacy Pl., did violate Massachusetts Gen
Dr. Teehan moved to find that the licensee, rebel restaurants, Inc. DBA Temezcal tequila 660 Legacy Pl., did violate Massachusetts Gen. laws chapter 138, section 34 [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 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 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
“Dr. Teehan moved to find that the licensee, rebel restaurants, Inc. DBA Temezcal tequila 660 Legacy Pl., did violate Massachusetts Gen. laws chapter 138, section 34 [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 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 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: Teehan, second: Sullivan)
The all alcohol restaurant license issued to Rebel Restaurants, Inc. DBA Temezcal Tequila, 660 Legacy Pl., be suspended for a period of two (2) days, one (1) day held in abeyance for a period of...
Dr. Teehan moved that the all alcohol restaurant license issued to Rebel Restaurants, Inc. DBA Temezcal Tequila, 660 Legacy Pl., be suspended for a period of two (2) days, one (1) day held in abeyance for a period of 12 months, said 12 months to expire September 26, 2020, and one day to be served, said date to be Thursday, October 10, 2019; seconded by Mr. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, abstained; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, abstained; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
Yes: Guilfoyle, James MacDonald, TeehanAbstained: Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan
“Dr. Teehan moved that the all alcohol restaurant license issued to Rebel Restaurants, Inc. DBA Temezcal Tequila, 660 Legacy Pl., be suspended for a period of two (2) days, one (1) day held in abeyance for a period of 12 months, said 12 months to expire September 26, 2020, and one day to be served, said date to be Thursday, October 10, 2019; seconded by Mr. MacDonald. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, abstained; Dr. Teehan, yes; Ms. Sullivan, abstained; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: Teehan, second: James MacDonald)
Enter into an agreement as outlined with Leon Goodwin
Mr. MacDonald moved to enter into an agreement as outlined with Leon Goodwin seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, abstained; Dr. Teehan, yes Ms. Sullivan, abstained; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes
Yes: Guilfoyle, James MacDonald, TeehanAbstained: Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan
“Mr. MacDonald moved to enter into an agreement as outlined with Leon Goodwin seconded by Dr. Teehan. On the Vote: Ms. MacDonald, abstained; Dr. Teehan, yes Ms. Sullivan, abstained; Mr. Guilfoyle, yes; Mr. MacDonald, yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Teehan)
Adjourn the meeting
Dr. Teehan moved to adjourn the meeting; 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 to adjourn the meeting; 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)
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