MassVoter.com← Dedham Select BoardDedham Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
December 16, 2021
24 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Dimitria Sullivan, Sarah MacDonald, James MacDonald, Kevin Coughlin
Absent: Dennis Teehan
Every vote, in order
CONSENT AGENDA
Approve the consent agenda, which included items related to the drainlayers, gifts ($6,000 from Friends of Dedham Public Library to Dedham Public Library for Media Room furnishings and $300 from...
A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to approve the consent agenda, which included items related to the drainlayers, gifts ($6,000 from Friends of Dedham Public Library to Dedham Public Library for Media Room furnishings and $300 from Fairbank Garden Club for Upkeep at Endicott Estate), Carl Drive and Wesley Street Block Party (December 18, 2021), Greenlodge School Winter Carriage Ride (December 20, 2021), and minutes. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to approve the consent agenda, which included items related to the drainlayers, gifts ($6,000 from Friends of Dedham Public Library to Dedham Public Library for Media Room furnishings and $300 from Fairbank Garden Club for Upkeep at Endicott Estate), Carl Drive and Wesley Street Block Party (December 18, 2021), Greenlodge School Winter Carriage Ride (December 20, 2021), and minutes. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Sarah MacDonald)
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the 2022 pavement plan presented
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to approve the 2022 pavement plan presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to approve the 2022 pavement plan presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
Endorse the TAC recommendation and use funding as required
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to endorse the TAC recommendation and use funding as required. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to endorse the TAC recommendation and use funding as required. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
COMPLAINGE FAILURE HEARING: RISTORANTE MASSIMO
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
Take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: GENKI ENTERPRISES
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: James MacDonald)
Take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: LIBERTY AND MAIN BISTRO
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: CAFFE NERO
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 Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
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 Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: LIBERTY AND MAIN BISTRO
Take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
40, COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: TERRI'S MARKET
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A, MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A, MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
41... COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: HORSE THIEVES TAVERN
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 Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
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 Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
Take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: DEDHAM WINGS
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 Dimitria Sullivan Yes , James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
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 Dimitria Sullivan Yes , James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
41... COMPLIANCE FAILURE VIOLATION HEARING: HORSE THIEVES TAVERN
Take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roil call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to take this matter under advisement for a ruling at the January 6, 2022 meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roil call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
DISCUSSION AND VOTE: SANCTIONS FOR STOP & SHOP, P.F. CHANG'S AND HILTON
Find that the licensee, Package Center d/b/a Stop & Shop Supermarket #416, violated Massachusett's general law Chapter 138, Section 34, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to find that the licensee, Package Center d/b/a Stop & Shop Supermarket #416, violated Massachusett's general law Chapter 138, Section 34, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age; 204 CMI 2.05, permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality to take place in or on the licensed premise and on the rules and regulations for rules and holders of alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Dedham; and #11, alcohol management or service training in #21, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to find that the licensee, Package Center d/b/a Stop & Shop Supermarket #416, violated Massachusett's general law Chapter 138, Section 34, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age; 204 CMI 2.05, permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality to take place in or on the licensed premise and on the rules and regulations for rules and holders of alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Dedham; and #11, alcohol management or service training in #21, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Find that the Wine and Malt packer store license issued to Packaging Center Inc d/b/a Stop & Shop Supermarket #416 be suspended for a period of one day
A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to find that the Wine and Malt packer store license issued to Packaging Center Inc d/b/a Stop & Shop Supermarket #416 be suspended for a period of one day. In said one day, to be held in abeyance for a period of 12 months, said 42 months to expire December 16, 2022. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes , Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. MacDonald to find that the Wine and Malt packer store license issued to Packaging Center Inc d/b/a Stop & Shop Supermarket #416 be suspended for a period of one day. In said one day, to be held in abeyance for a period of 12 months, said 42 months to expire December 16, 2022. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes , Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Find that the licensee, P.F Chang's China Bistro Inc, doing business as P.F. Chang's China Bistro, violated Massachusett's general law Chapter 138, Section 34, sale or delivery of alcohol to a...
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to find that the licensee, P.F Chang's China Bistro Inc, doing business as P.F. Chang's China Bistro, violated Massachusett's general law Chapter 138, Section 34, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age; 204 CMR 2.05, permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality to take place in or on the licensed premise and on the rules and regulations for rules and holders of alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Dedham; and #21, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
The minutes name Sarah MacDonald as both the mover and the seconder, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to find that the licensee, P.F Chang's China Bistro Inc, doing business as P.F. Chang's China Bistro, violated Massachusett's general law Chapter 138, Section 34, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age; 204 CMR 2.05, permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality to take place in or on the licensed premise and on the rules and regulations for rules and holders of alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Dedham; and #21, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald)
Find that all alcohol licenses issued to P.F Chang's China Bistro Inc, doing business as P.F. Chang's China Bistro, be suspended for a period of one day
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to find that all alcohol licenses issued to P.F Chang's China Bistro Inc, doing business as P.F. Chang's China Bistro, be suspended for a period of one day. In said one day, to be held in abeyance for a period of 12 months, said 42 months to expire December 16, 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes SELECT BOARD MEETING, TOWN OF DEDHAM, DECEMBER 16, 2021 P,8 Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to find that all alcohol licenses issued to P.F Chang's China Bistro Inc, doing business as P.F. Chang's China Bistro, be suspended for a period of one day. In said one day, to be held in abeyance for a period of 12 months, said 42 months to expire December 16, 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes SELECT BOARD MEETING, TOWN OF DEDHAM, DECEMBER 16, 2021 P,8 Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: Coughlin)
Find that the licensee, PMA Beverage services d/b/a the Hilton at Dedham place, violated Massachusett's general law Chapter 138, Section 34, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years...
A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to find that the licensee, PMA Beverage services d/b/a the Hilton at Dedham place, violated Massachusett's general law Chapter 138, Section 34, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age; 204 CMR 2.05, permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality to take place in or on the licensed premise and on the rules and regulations for rules and holders of alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Dedham; and #21, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to find that the licensee, PMA Beverage services d/b/a the Hilton at Dedham place, violated Massachusett's general law Chapter 138, Section 34, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age; 204 CMR 2.05, permitting any disorder, disturbance or illegality to take place in or on the licensed premise and on the rules and regulations for rules and holders of alcoholic beverage licenses in the town of Dedham; and #21, sale or delivery of alcohol to a person under 21 years of age. The motion was seconded by Ms. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Sarah MacDonald)
Find that all alcohol licenses issued to PMA Beverage services d/b/a the Hilton at Dedham Place be suspended for a period of four days
A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to find that all alcohol licenses issued to PMA Beverage services d/b/a the Hilton at Dedham Place be suspended for a period of four days. In said four days, to be held in abeyance for a period of 12 months, said 12 months to expire December 16, 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to find that all alcohol licenses issued to PMA Beverage services d/b/a the Hilton at Dedham Place be suspended for a period of four days. In said four days, to be held in abeyance for a period of 12 months, said 12 months to expire December 16, 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: James MacDonald)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn the meeting
A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. MacDonald to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. MacDonald. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Sarah MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Sarah MacDonald, second: James 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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