MassVoter.com← Dedham Select BoardDedham Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting
April 28, 2022
15 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: James MacDonald, Kevin Coughlin, Dennis Teehan, Dimitria Sullivan, Erin Boles Welsh
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- James MacDonald left the meeting for the MSBA statement-of-interest item because of a work conflict; Mr. Coughlin presided, and Mr. MacDonald then returned.
Every vote, in order
CONSENT AGENDA
Accept the anonymous gift of $500 from the Olde Colony Civil War Group
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to accept the anonymous gift of $500 from the Olde Colony Civil War Group. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken: , Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to accept the anonymous gift of $500 from the Olde Colony Civil War Group. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken: , Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Welsh)
Approve the Block Party on Fox Meadow Lane on June 25, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. The motion was
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the Block Party on Fox Meadow Lane on June 25, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan | Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the Block Party on Fox Meadow Lane on June 25, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan | Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Welsh)
Approve the closure of Fairview Street for the Mariposa Child Care Graduation on August 26, 2022
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the closure of Fairview Street for the Mariposa Child Care Graduation on August 26, 2022. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the closure of Fairview Street for the Mariposa Child Care Graduation on August 26, 2022. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Welsh)
Approve the Trenton Road Playground Grand
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the Trenton Road Playground Grand . Opening on May 21, 2022 with a rain date of May 22, 2022, The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the Trenton Road Playground Grand . Opening on May 21, 2022 with a rain date of May 22, 2022, The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Welsh)
Approve the one-day liquor license for DLIT Gala at the Endicott Library on May 14, 2022, from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. The motion was
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the one-day liquor license for DLIT Gala at the Endicott Library on May 14, 2022, from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the one-day liquor license for DLIT Gala at the Endicott Library on May 14, 2022, from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Welsh)
Approve the outdoor dining for Oscar's, Dedham House of Pizza, Café Tremezzo, Horse Thieves Tavern, Grateful Dedham Diner, Rapid Food, and Pancho's
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the outdoor dining for Oscar's, Dedham House of Pizza, Café Tremezzo, Horse Thieves Tavern, Grateful Dedham Diner, Rapid Food, and Pancho's. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken: . Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the outdoor dining for Oscar's, Dedham House of Pizza, Café Tremezzo, Horse Thieves Tavern, Grateful Dedham Diner, Rapid Food, and Pancho's. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken: . Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Welsh)
PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND VOTE FOR A NEW POLE
Continue this hearing at a future meeting of the Select Board
A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to continue this hearing at a future meeting of the Select Board. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes . Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to continue this hearing at a future meeting of the Select Board. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes . Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Welsh)
DISCUSSION AND VOTE: PRIDE FLAG RAISING CELEBRATION
Approve the LGBTQ+ flag raising ceremony in front of town hall on June 3, 2022
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the LGBTQ+ flag raising ceremony in front of town hall on June 3, 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to approve the LGBTQ+ flag raising ceremony in front of town hall on June 3, 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coughlin. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Coughlin)
PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND VOTE-CHANGE IN D/B/A
Close the public hearing
A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Sullivan)
Approve the change in D/B/A from Dedham Square Coffee House to Orchid Seven Fusion Bar and Grill
A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to approve the change in D/B/A from Dedham Square Coffee House to Orchid Seven Fusion Bar and Grill. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to approve the change in D/B/A from Dedham Square Coffee House to Orchid Seven Fusion Bar and Grill. The motion was seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Welsh)
RIVERDALE SCHOOLS
Authorize the superintendent of schools to submit the statement of interest for Greenlodge Elementary School located at 191 Greenlodge Street in Dedham
A motion was made by Ms. Welsh Boles to authorize the superintendent of schools to submit the statement of interest for Greenlodge Elementary School located at 191 Greenlodge Street in Dedham. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
Yes: Coughlin, Sullivan, Teehan, WelshJames MacDonald left the meeting for this item because of a work conflict (the minutes say so), so he is not counted.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Welsh Boles to authorize the superintendent of schools to submit the statement of interest for Greenlodge Elementary School located at 191 Greenlodge Street in Dedham. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Welsh, second: Sullivan)
Authorize the superintendent of schools to submit the statement of interest for Riverdale Elementary School located at 143 Nedham Street in Dedham
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to authorize the superintendent of schools to submit the statement of interest for Riverdale Elementary School located at 143 Nedham Street in Dedham. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
Yes: Coughlin, Sullivan, Teehan, WelshJames MacDonald left the meeting for this item because of a work conflict (the minutes say so), so he is not counted. The minutes name Dimitria Sullivan as both the mover and the seconder, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan to authorize the superintendent of schools to submit the statement of interest for Riverdale Elementary School located at 143 Nedham Street in Dedham. The motion was seconded by Ms. Sullivan. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Sullivan)
MOVE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Into executive session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and...
A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan that pursuant to MGL ¢c.30A sec 21(a) Exemption 3 to move into executive session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. The motion was seconded by Dr. Teehan. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Sullivan that pursuant to MGL ¢c.30A sec 21(a) Exemption 3 to move into executive session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. The motion was seconded by Dr. Teehan. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Teehan)
VOTE: AMERICAN FEDERATION AND STATE COUNTY MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES
Approve the memorandum agreement between the town of Dedham and the American Federation and State Country Municipal Employees, AFL CIO State Council 93, Local 362 town hall unit as discussed
A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to approve the memorandum agreement between the town of Dedham and the American Federation and State Country Municipal Employees, AFL CIO State Council 93, Local 362 town hall unit as discussed. The motion was seconded by Ms. Welsh Boles. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Abstained Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
Yes: Coughlin, James MacDonald, Teehan, WelshAbstained: Sullivan
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to approve the memorandum agreement between the town of Dedham and the American Federation and State Country Municipal Employees, AFL CIO State Council 93, Local 362 town hall unit as discussed. The motion was seconded by Ms. Welsh Boles. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Abstained Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Welsh)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn the meeting
A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Ms. Welsh Boles. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Coughlin to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Ms. Welsh Boles. A roll call vote was taken Dimitria Sullivan Yes Erin Boles Welsh Yes James A. MacDonald Yes Kevin R. Coughlin Yes Dennis Teehan Yes Motion passed unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Coughlin, second: Welsh)
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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