MassVoter.com← Dedham Select BoardDedham Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
November 19, 2020
9 recorded votes, 0 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
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve the tree and wreath sale by the Dedham community house
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the tree and wreath sale by the Dedham community house. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the tree and wreath sale by the Dedham community house. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
Approve the drain layers by Welch Corp
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the drain layers by Welch Corp. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the drain layers by Welch Corp. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
Human Rights Commission: Mr. Joseph Borsellino spoke about the Human Rights
Approve the resolution to declare October 2020 as Filipino American month
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the resolution to declare October 2020 as Filipino American month. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the resolution to declare October 2020 as Filipino American month. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Sullivan)
2021 License Renewals
Approve all licenses issued by the Board as the licensing authority for the calendar year of 2021
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve all licenses issued by the Board as the licensing authority for the calendar year of 2021. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve all licenses issued by the Board as the licensing authority for the calendar year of 2021. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Extend outdoor dining until December 31, 2020
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to extend outdoor dining until December 31, 2020. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to extend outdoor dining until December 31, 2020. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)
Concur with the Financial Committee on the articles, excluding 10, 14, 29 and 30
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to concur with the Financial Committee on the articles, excluding 10, 14, 29 and 30. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to concur with the Financial Committee on the articles, excluding 10, 14, 29 and 30. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: James MacDonald)
Concur with the Financial Committee on 10, 14, 29 and 30
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to concur with the Financial Committee on 10, 14, 29 and 30. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to concur with the Financial Committee on 10, 14, 29 and 30. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Instruct Ms. Nancy Baker and Mr. Leon Goodwin to send a letter on behalf of the Select Board in support of article 14 and to send it as soon as possible
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to instruct Ms. Nancy Baker and Mr. Leon Goodwin to send a letter on behalf of the Select Board in support of article 14 and to send it as soon as possible. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to instruct Ms. Nancy Baker and Mr. Leon Goodwin to send a letter on behalf of the Select Board in support of article 14 and to send it as soon as possible. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: James MacDonald)
MOVE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Into executive session pursuant to MGL chapter 38, section 21-A, exemption 3, to discuss strategy regarding litigation if in an open meeting they have a detrimental effect to the public body, if...
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to move into executive session pursuant to MGL chapter 38, section 21-A, exemption 3, to discuss strategy regarding litigation if in an open meeting they have a detrimental effect to the public body, if the Chair so declares. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to move into executive session pursuant to MGL chapter 38, section 21-A, exemption 3, to discuss strategy regarding litigation if in an open meeting they have a detrimental effect to the public body, if the Chair so declares. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)
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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