MassVoter.com← Dedham Select BoardDedham Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
April 1, 2021
11 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
EXCLUSION (HCVE)
Approve the amendments to the Traffic Calming Policy as presented by the Heavy Commercial Truck Exclusion Sub-Committee in a memo dated March 24, 2021
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the amendments to the Traffic Calming Policy as presented by the Heavy Commercial Truck Exclusion Sub-Committee in a memo dated March 24, 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 the amendments to the Traffic Calming Policy as presented by the Heavy Commercial Truck Exclusion Sub-Committee in a memo dated March 24, 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)
PUBLIC HEARING VERIZON NEW ENGLAND RE: BUSSEY STREET POLE(S)
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to close the public hearing. 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 close the public hearing. 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)
Approve the petition from Verizon New England to install a conduit on Bussey Street to provide services to new construction
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the petition from Verizon New England to install a conduit on Bussey Street to provide services to new construction. 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 the petition from Verizon New England to install a conduit on Bussey Street to provide services to new construction. 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)
EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT WITH JON BRIGGS AND BRENDAN STAMM
Approve the Eagle Scout project from Mr. Brendan Stamm at the Dolan Center Launch
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the Eagle Scout project from Mr. Brendan Stamm at the Dolan Center Launch. 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. Sullivan to approve the Eagle Scout project from Mr. Brendan Stamm at the Dolan Center Launch. 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: Sullivan, second: Coughlin)
PARKING UPDATE, PARKING POLICIES & WARRANT ARTICLE
Approve and adopt the amendments to the Town of Dedham traffic regulations including Schedule 1 attached to the packet in the form presented
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve and adopt the amendments to the Town of Dedham traffic regulations including Schedule 1 attached to the packet in the form presented. 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 and adopt the amendments to the Town of Dedham traffic regulations including Schedule 1 attached to the packet in the form presented. 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)
Approve the pilot program as outlined for curbside pickup through June 30, 2021, at which time the Board will follow up with Mr. Sisson for an update
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the pilot program as outlined for curbside pickup through June 30, 2021, at which time the Board will follow up with Mr. Sisson for an update. 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 pilot program as outlined for curbside pickup through June 30, 2021, at which time the Board will follow up with Mr. Sisson for an update. 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)
TRAFFIC REGULATION UPDATE (COLBURN STREET)
Amend Part 1 Schedule 1 of the Traffic Regulations to adopt a no parking any time restriction on the Easterly side of Colburn Street from Curve Street to Maverick Street
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to amend Part 1 Schedule 1 of the Traffic Regulations to adopt a no parking any time restriction on the Easterly side of Colburn Street from Curve Street to Maverick Street. 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 amend Part 1 Schedule 1 of the Traffic Regulations to adopt a no parking any time restriction on the Easterly side of Colburn Street from Curve Street to Maverick Street. 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)
OLD/NEW BUSINESS
Take an item not on the agenda
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take an item not on the agenda. 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 take an item not on the agenda. 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)
Support the creation and building of a parkette park within the Manor
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to support the creation and building of a parkette park within the Manor. 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 support the creation and building of a parkette park within the Manor. 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)
MOVE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AND ADJOURNMENT
Enter into executive session pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A Section 21(a) Exemption 3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on...
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to enter into executive session pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A Section 21(a) Exemption 3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the Chair so declares. 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 enter into executive session pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A Section 21(a) Exemption 3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the Chair so declares. 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)
Adjourn the regular portion of the meeting at 9:21 p.m. The motion was
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to adjourn the regular portion of the meeting at 9:21 p.m. 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 adjourn the regular portion of the meeting at 9:21 p.m. 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)
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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