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Dedham Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting

July 30, 2020

10 recorded votes, 10 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Dennis Teehan, Dimitria Sullivan, James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Kevin Coughlin

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Discussion & Vote Re: Request for IAGB 2020 Flag Hoisting on August 15 th

Approve the request from IAGB (Indian Association of Greater Boston) to hoist the Indian Flag on August 14 or 15, 2020, commemorating India's 74th Independence Day, at Dedham Town Hall, that in...

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Mr. MacDonald moved approval of the request from IAGB (Indian Association of Greater Boston) to hoist the Indian Flag on August 14 or 15, 2020, commemorating India's 74th Independence Day, at Dedham Town Hall, that in accordance with proper protocol, the Indian Flag be flown in a separate flagpole to be provided by the proponent; Seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes

Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanThe roll call lists Kevin Coughlin as absent or not present for this vote, so he is not counted.

From the minutes

“Mr. MacDonald moved approval of the request from IAGB (Indian Association of Greater Boston) to hoist the Indian Flag on August 14 or 15, 2020, commemorating India's 74th Independence Day, at Dedham Town Hall, that in accordance with proper protocol, the Indian Flag be flown in a separate flagpole to be provided by the proponent; Seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Greater Boston) to hoist the Indian Flag on August 14 or 15, 2020, commemorating

Approve the request by Ms. Basu that the Town prepare a proclamation to be read at the event

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Mr. MacDonald moved approval of the request by Ms. Basu that the Town prepare a proclamation to be read at the event; Seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes

Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanThe roll call lists Kevin Coughlin as absent or not present for this vote, so he is not counted.

From the minutes

“Mr. MacDonald moved approval of the request by Ms. Basu that the Town prepare a proclamation to be read at the event; Seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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

Paintbar, 254 Legacy Place & Approval of Elyse Goodwin as Manager

Continue the Public Hearing to August 18, 2020

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

Mr. MacDonald moved to continue the Public Hearing to August 18, 2020; Seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes

Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanThe roll call lists Kevin Coughlin as absent or not present for this vote, so he is not counted.

From the minutes

“Mr. MacDonald moved to continue the Public Hearing to August 18, 2020; Seconded by Ms. Sullivan. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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

Manager

Close the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

Mr. MacDonald moved to close the Public Hearing; Seconded by Sarah MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes

Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanThe roll call lists Kevin Coughlin as absent or not present for this vote, so he is not counted.

From the minutes

“Mr. MacDonald moved to close the Public Hearing; Seconded by Sarah MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)

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

Approve the Transfer of the Alcohol Restaurant License issued to GC Friday's, Inc. d/b/a TGI Friday's, 750 Providence Highway, Dedham to TGI Friday's, Inc. d/b/a TGI Friday's, 750 Providence...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Ms. Sullivan moved approval of the Transfer of the Alcohol Restaurant License issued to GC Friday's, Inc. d/b/a TGI Friday's, 750 Providence Highway, Dedham to TGI Friday's, Inc. d/b/a TGI Friday's, 750 Providence Highway, Dedham; Seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes

Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanThe roll call lists Kevin Coughlin as absent or not present for this vote, so he is not counted.

From the minutes

“Ms. Sullivan moved approval of the Transfer of the Alcohol Restaurant License issued to GC Friday's, Inc. d/b/a TGI Friday's, 750 Providence Highway, Dedham to TGI Friday's, Inc. d/b/a TGI Friday's, 750 Providence Highway, Dedham; Seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Sarah MacDonald)

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

Approve new Officers, Directors & Stockholders for TGI Fridays Inc., D/B/A TGI Fridays

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Ms. Sullivan moved approval of new Officers, Directors & Stockholders for TGI Fridays Inc., D/B/A TGI Fridays; Seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes

Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanThe roll call lists Kevin Coughlin as absent or not present for this vote, so he is not counted.

From the minutes

“Ms. Sullivan moved approval of new Officers, Directors & Stockholders for TGI Fridays Inc., D/B/A TGI Fridays; Seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Sarah MacDonald)

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

Approve Julio Dos Santos as Manager of record for TGI Fridays

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Ms. Sullivan moved approval of Julio Dos Santos as Manager of record for TGI Fridays Seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes

Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanThe roll call lists Kevin Coughlin as absent or not present for this vote, so he is not counted.

From the minutes

“Ms. Sullivan moved approval of Julio Dos Santos as Manager of record for TGI Fridays Seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Sarah MacDonald)

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

POSITION OF BOS

The Select Board concur with the recommendations as presented by the Finance & Warrant Committee

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Mr. MacDonald moved that the Select Board concur with the recommendations as presented by the Finance & Warrant Committee; Seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes

Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanThe roll call lists Kevin Coughlin as absent or not present for this vote, so he is not counted.

From the minutes

“Mr. MacDonald moved that the Select Board concur with the recommendations as presented by the Finance & Warrant Committee; Seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Minutes - April 30, 2020

Approve: Approval of Drainlayers Minutes - April 30, 2020

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

Mr. MacDonald moved approval; Seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes

Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanThe roll call lists Kevin Coughlin as absent or not present for this vote, so he is not counted.

From the minutes

“Mr. MacDonald moved approval; Seconded by Ms. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes.” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)

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

Adjourn the meeting

Minutes, page 11

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

Ms. Sullivan moved to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Mr. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes

Yes: James MacDonald, Sarah MacDonald, Sullivan, TeehanThe roll call lists Kevin Coughlin as absent or not present for this vote, so he is not counted.

From the minutes

“Ms. Sullivan moved to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Mr. MacDonald. On the Vote Ms. MacDonald - Yes Dr. Teehan - Yes Ms. Sullivan - Yes Mr. Coughlin - absent Mr. MacDonald - Yes.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: James MacDonald)

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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