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Dedham Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting

October 21, 2021

10 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

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

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT

Approve the consent agenda as presented, which included items related to the drainlayers (Dowling Corporation), block party, the September 3, 2020, meeting minutes, request for East Dedham Jingle...

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the consent agenda as presented, which included items related to the drainlayers (Dowling Corporation), block party, the September 3, 2020, meeting minutes, request for East Dedham Jingle Bell Fun Run on December 5, 2021, at 1:30 p.m., and gift acceptance of $2,500 for a bench at Manor Playground from the Crowley family. 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 consent agenda as presented, which included items related to the drainlayers (Dowling Corporation), block party, the September 3, 2020, meeting minutes, request for East Dedham Jingle Bell Fun Run on December 5, 2021, at 1:30 p.m., and gift acceptance of $2,500 for a bench at Manor Playground from the Crowley family. 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)

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

Take items not on the agenda

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to take items not on the agenda. 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. Coughlin to take items not on the agenda. 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: Coughlin, second: Sarah MacDonald)

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

ONE-DAY LICENSE REQUEST FROM DEDHAM CIVIC PRIDE

Approve the request from Dedham Civic Pride for a one-day license for their Beer and Wine Tasting Fundraiser on November 12, 2021, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Endicott Estate

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to approve the request from Dedham Civic Pride for a one-day license for their Beer and Wine Tasting Fundraiser on November 12, 2021, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Endicott Estate. 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. Coughlin to approve the request from Dedham Civic Pride for a one-day license for their Beer and Wine Tasting Fundraiser on November 12, 2021, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Endicott Estate. 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: Coughlin, second: Sarah MacDonald)

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

REQUEST FROM LOCAL FILM CREW

Approve the request from a local film crew to film in the area of 4 Prospect Street from October 22, 2021, to October 24, 2021

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Dr. Teehan to approve the request from a local film crew to film in the area of 4 Prospect Street from October 22, 2021, to October 24, 2021. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes SELECT BOARD MEETING, TOWN OF DEDHAM, OCTOBER 21, 2021 P,2 James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.

From the minutes

“A motion was made by Dr. Teehan to approve the request from a local film crew to film in the area of 4 Prospect Street from October 22, 2021, to October 24, 2021. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes SELECT BOARD MEETING, TOWN OF DEDHAM, OCTOBER 21, 2021 P,2 James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Teehan, second: Coughlin)

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

FOR UNO RESTAURANTS LLC, D/B/A UNO CHICAGO GRILL, 270 PROVIDENCE HIGHWAY

Close the public hearing

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to close the public hearing. 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 close the public hearing. 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)

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

Approve the change request for Uno Chicago Grill

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to approve the change request for Uno Chicago Grill. 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 Mr. MacDonald to approve the change request for Uno Chicago Grill. 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: James MacDonald, second: Coughlin)

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

UPDATED LANGUAGE FOR APPROVAL OF 2020 RE-PRECINCTING FOR DEDHAM

Approve the updated language regarding boundary descriptions for the 2020 Re-Precincting Map of Dedham

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to approve the updated language regarding boundary descriptions for the 2020 Re-Precincting Map of Dedham. The motion was seconded by Dr. Teehan. A roll cali 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. Coughlin to approve the updated language regarding boundary descriptions for the 2020 Re-Precincting Map of Dedham. The motion was seconded by Dr. Teehan. A roll cali 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: Coughlin, second: Teehan)

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

PROPOSED PAVEMENT MARKINGS AT 450 WASHINGTON STREET

Approve the proposed pavement markings at 450 Washington Street

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to approve the proposed pavement markings at 450 Washington Street. The motion was seconded by Dr. Teehan. 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. Coughlin to approve the proposed pavement markings at 450 Washington Street. The motion was seconded by Dr. Teehan. 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: Coughlin, second: Teehan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

OLD AND NEW BUSINESS

Endorse the concept for Ms. Stephanie Radner's grant application to the Dedham Cultural Council

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to endorse the concept for Ms. Stephanie Radner's grant application to the Dedham Cultural Council. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll cail 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 endorse the concept for Ms. Stephanie Radner's grant application to the Dedham Cultural Council. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll cail 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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. The motion was

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. The motion was seconded by Dr. Teehan. 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 adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. The motion was seconded by Dr. Teehan. 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: Teehan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (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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