MassVoter.com← Dedham Select BoardDedham Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
December 2, 2021
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The tax classification hearing was held jointly with the Board of Assessors; the Assessors’ votes are left out.
Present: Dimitria Sullivan, Sarah MacDonald, James MacDonald, Dennis Teehan, Kevin Coughlin
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve the consent agenda, which included items related to the drainlayers (recommended for approval Pat's Contracting, TID Trenches LLC
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the consent agenda, which included items related to the drainlayers (recommended for approval Pat's Contracting, TID Trenches LLC; Recommended for Denial Environs Solutions Inc.), Gifts ($50 from Dedham Art Association for the Endicott Estate and Elizabeth Games Trust $500, Donahue Real Estate for $100 for Dedham Youth Commission); Minutes (Open Session August 12, 2021, September 23, 2021, October 7, 2021, October 19, 2021, October 21, 2021); three-day i entertainment license for Liberty and Main (December 31, 2021 until January 2, 2022) and vote to extend New Year's Eve closing hour until 2:00 am. 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 approve the consent agenda, which included items related to the drainlayers (recommended for approval Pat's Contracting, TID Trenches LLC; Recommended for Denial Environs Solutions Inc.), Gifts ($50 from Dedham Art Association for the Endicott Estate and Elizabeth Games Trust $500, Donahue Real Estate for $100 for Dedham Youth Commission); Minutes (Open Session August 12, 2021, September 23, 2021, October 7, 2021, October 19, 2021, October 21, 2021); three-day i entertainment license for Liberty and Main (December 31, 2021 until January 2, 2022) and vote to extend New Year's Eve closing hour until 2:00 am. 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)
Accept an item that was not on the agenda
A motion was made by Dr. Teehan to accept an item that was not on the agenda. The i 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 Dr. Teehan to accept an item that was not on the agenda. The i 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: Teehan, second: Coughlin)
Approve a Hanukkah parade on December 4, 2021
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve a Hanukkah parade on December 4, 2021. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonaid 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 a Hanukkah parade on December 4, 2021. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonaid Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
PUBLIC HEARING: OFFICER CHANGE REQUEST (WHOLE FOODS)
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Dr. Teehan to close the public hearing. 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 close the public hearing. 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)
Kevin R. Coughlin Yes )
Accept the changes in officers and directors at Whole Foods Market
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to accept the changes in officers and directors at Whole Foods Market. 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 accept the changes in officers and directors at Whole Foods Market. 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)
Close the public hearing
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)
Endorse the recommendation of the Board of Assessors to continue the classification tax system for the Town of Dedham
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to endorse the recommendation of the Board of Assessors to continue the classification tax system for the Town of Dedham. 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 endorse the recommendation of the Board of Assessors to continue the classification tax system for the Town of Dedham. 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)
Endorse the recommendation of the Board of Assessors to keep the maximum tax shift of 1.75 for the Town of Dedham
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to endorse the recommendation of the Board of Assessors to keep the maximum tax shift of 1.75 for the Town of Dedham. 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 endorse the recommendation of the Board of Assessors to keep the maximum tax shift of 1.75 for the Town of Dedham. 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)
COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: STOP AND SHOP
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to close the public hearing. The motion was 2 seconded by Mr. Coughiin. 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 2 seconded by Mr. Coughiin. 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)
Take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the December 16, 2021 meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the December 16, 2021 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 take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the December 16, 2021 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)
COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: P.F. CHANG'S CHINA BISTRO
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Dr. Teehan 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 Dr. Teehan 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: Teehan, second: Coughlin)
Take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the December 16, 2021 meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the December 16, 2021 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. 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 Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the December 16, 2021 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. 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: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Dr. Teehan 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 Dr. Teehan 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: Teehan, second: Coughlin)
140. COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: PMA BEVERAGE SERVICES
Take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the December 16, 2021 meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the December 16, 2021 meeting. 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 take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the December 16, 2021 meeting. 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)
DISCUSSION AND VOTE: RENEWAL OF LICENSES FOR 2022
Approve the licenses listed, except for J&J Arms
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to approve the licenses listed, except for J&J Arms. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A, MacDonald Yes 7 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 licenses listed, except for J&J Arms. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dennis Teehan Yes Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A, MacDonald Yes 7 Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: James MacDonald)
ADJOURNMENT ?
Adjourn the meeting
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to adjourn the 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 Ms. MacDonald to adjourn the 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: Sarah MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
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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