MassVoter.com← Dedham Select BoardDedham Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
November 4, 2021
12 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
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve the consent agenda as presented, which included items related to the drainlayers, block party, minutes, gift acceptance of $150 from the Endicott Estate from Daughters of the American...
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the consent agenda as presented, which included items related to the drainlayers, block party, minutes, gift acceptance of $150 from the Endicott Estate from Daughters of the American Revolution, and the approval of GL 268A exemption for Kathleen Megan. 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 approve the consent agenda as presented, which included items related to the drainlayers, block party, minutes, gift acceptance of $150 from the Endicott Estate from Daughters of the American Revolution, and the approval of GL 268A exemption for Kathleen Megan. 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)
Take items not on the agenda
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)
Approve a liquor license for Motherbrook Arts Community Center on Friday, November 5, 2021
A motion was made by Dr. Teehan to approve a liquor license for Motherbrook Arts Community Center on Friday, November 5, 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 Dr. Teehan to approve a liquor license for Motherbrook Arts Community Center on Friday, November 5, 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: Teehan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Accept a general donation of $1,275 and a donation i for trees to be planted at the Manor Playground of $8,450
A motion was made by Dr. Teehan to accept a general donation of $1,275 and a donation i for trees to be planted at the Manor Playground of $8,450. 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 Dr. Teehan to accept a general donation of $1,275 and a donation i for trees to be planted at the Manor Playground of $8,450. 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: Teehan, second: James MacDonald)
DISCUSSION AND VOTE: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Remove the taxi stand sign at 22 Eastern Avenue
A motion was made by Dr. Teehan to remove the taxi stand sign at 22 Eastern Avenue. 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 Dr. Teehan to remove the taxi stand sign at 22 Eastern Avenue. 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: Teehan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
FAILURES
The alleged liquor licenses violation hearings for PF Chang's, Hilton at Dedham Place, IL Massimo, Genki, Liberty & Main Bistro, Cafe Nero, Terri's Market, Horse Thieves Tavern, Hooters, and Stop...
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald that the alleged liquor licenses violation hearings for PF Chang's, Hilton at Dedham Place, IL Massimo, Genki, Liberty & Main Bistro, Cafe Nero, Terri's Market, Horse Thieves Tavern, Hooters, and Stop and Shop be scheduled for a future meeting. 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 that the alleged liquor licenses violation hearings for PF Chang's, Hilton at Dedham Place, IL Massimo, Genki, Liberty & Main Bistro, Cafe Nero, Terri's Market, Horse Thieves Tavern, Hooters, and Stop and Shop be scheduled for a future meeting. 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)
AGREEMENT
Authorize the town manager to execute a license agreement for use of Dedham Health and Athletic Center for the 2021 Fall Annual Town Meeting
A motion was made by Dr. Teehan to authorize the town manager to execute a license agreement for use of Dedham Health and Athletic Center for the 2021 Fall Annual Town Meeting. 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 Dr. Teehan to authorize the town manager to execute a license agreement for use of Dedham Health and Athletic Center for the 2021 Fall Annual Town Meeting. 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: Teehan, second: Sarah MacDonald)
FALL ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
Concur with the Finance and Warrant Committee on the articles not passed
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to concur with the Finance and Warrant Committee on the articles not passed. 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 Finance and Warrant Committee on the articles not passed. 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 Finance and Warrant Committee and approve the requested appropriate
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to concur with the Finance and Warrant Committee and approve the requested appropriate. 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 concur with the Finance and Warrant Committee and approve the requested appropriate. 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)
In concurrence with the Finance and Warrant Committee's recommendations
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald in concurrence with the Finance and Warrant Committee's recommendations. 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 in concurrence with the Finance and Warrant Committee's recommendations. 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)
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting into executive session
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to move the meeting into executive session. 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. MacDonald to move the meeting into executive session. 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: James MacDonald, second: Teehan)
Adjourn the meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to adjourn the meeting. 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 meeting. 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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