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Dedham Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting

September 12, 2024

18 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Dennis Teehan, Erin Boles Welsh, James MacDonald, Dimitria Sullivan

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

CONSENT AGENDA

Approve the consent agenda, which included the following e Drain layer approval (Mitchell Associate Construction Corp) e Reappointment of Anthony Zollo as Constable for a three-year term until...

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

Ona motion made by Ms. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. MacDonald, it was voted to approve the consent agenda, which included the following e Drain layer approval (Mitchell Associate Construction Corp) e Reappointment of Anthony Zollo as Constable for a three-year term until 2027 e Gifts o $5,000 to Youth Commission from Fidelity Charitable o $100 to Library from Donald and Ann Leona e Lincoln Street block party on October 21, 2024 e Approval of 268A exemption for Brian Leary e Request for Dedham Square Circle Trunk or Treat on October 26, 2024, with a rain date of October 27, 2024 ¢ Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting on December 6, 2024. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“Ona motion made by Ms. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. MacDonald, it was voted to approve the consent agenda, which included the following e Drain layer approval (Mitchell Associate Construction Corp) e Reappointment of Anthony Zollo as Constable for a three-year term until 2027 e Gifts o $5,000 to Youth Commission from Fidelity Charitable o $100 to Library from Donald and Ann Leona e Lincoln Street block party on October 21, 2024 e Approval of 268A exemption for Brian Leary e Request for Dedham Square Circle Trunk or Treat on October 26, 2024, with a rain date of October 27, 2024 ¢ Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting on December 6, 2024. Motion carried..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: James MacDonald)

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Approve taking two items that were not on the agenda

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve taking two items that were not on the agenda. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve taking two items that were not on the agenda. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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Approve the block party on Alpine and Winthrop Streets on October 6, 2024

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve the block party on Alpine and Winthrop Streets on October 6, 2024. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve the block party on Alpine and Winthrop Streets on October 6, 2024. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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Approve the Run for the Fallen canon volley on September 14, 2024

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve the Run for the Fallen canon volley on September 14, 2024. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve the Run for the Fallen canon volley on September 14, 2024. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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INTEREST FOR KINGS BOWL OF DEDHAM

Continue this public hearing to September 26, 2024

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was resolved to continue this public hearing to September 26, 2024. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was resolved to continue this public hearing to September 26, 2024. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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OF RECORD

Close the public hearing

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Ms. Sullivan, seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh, it was voted to close the public hearing. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Ms. Sullivan, seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh, it was voted to close the public hearing. Motion carried..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Welsh)

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Approve the all-alcohol restaurant license for Pie Company

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Ms. Sullivan, seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh, it was voted to approve the all-alcohol restaurant license for Pie Company. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Ms. Sullivan, seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh, it was voted to approve the all-alcohol restaurant license for Pie Company. Motion carried..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Welsh)

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Approve Mr. Jeffrey Cincotta as manager of record for Pie Company

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Ms. Sullivan, seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh, it was voted to approve Mr. Jeffrey Cincotta as manager of record for Pie Company. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Ms. Sullivan, seconded by Ms. Boles Welsh, it was voted to approve Mr. Jeffrey Cincotta as manager of record for Pie Company. Motion carried..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Welsh)

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INTEREST FOR KINGS BOWL OF DEDHAM

Continue this public hearing to a later date

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to continue this public hearing to a later date. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to continue this public hearing to a later date. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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DISCUSSION AND VOTE - AVERY SCHOOL SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECT

Support the Avery School Safe Routes to School Project

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to support the Avery School Safe Routes to School Project. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to support the Avery School Safe Routes to School Project. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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Close the public hearing

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to close the public hearing. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to close the public hearing. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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MANAGER

Approve the request for change of manager from Mr. Bernardo Domingues to Mr. Sophonias Gabremariam at BJ's Wholesale Club

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Ms. Boles Welsh, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve the request for change of manager from Mr. Bernardo Domingues to Mr. Sophonias Gabremariam at BJ's Wholesale Club. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Ms. Boles Welsh, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve the request for change of manager from Mr. Bernardo Domingues to Mr. Sophonias Gabremariam at BJ's Wholesale Club. Motion carried..” (Motion: Welsh, second: Sullivan)

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DISCUSSION AND VOTE - AVERY SCHOOL SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECT

Approve the request for the Common Victualer License for The Halal Guys

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve the request for the Common Victualer License for The Halal Guys. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve the request for the Common Victualer License for The Halal Guys. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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Approve the request for the Common Victualer License for Dave's Hot Chicken

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve the request for the Common Victualer License for Dave's Hot Chicken. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to approve the request for the Common Victualer License for Dave's Hot Chicken. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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Find the licensee Satellite Bottle Shop in violation of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34: sale and delivery of alcohol to a person under the age of 21 permitting any disorder...

Minutes, page 4

Adopt orderPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to find the licensee Satellite Bottle Shop in violation of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34: sale and delivery of alcohol to a person under the age of 21 permitting any disorder disturbance or illegality to take place in or on the licensed premises and a violation of Section 11 of the Rules and Regulations for Liquor Licensees in the Town of Dedham and to abide by caveats regarding employee training to serve alcohol. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to find the licensee Satellite Bottle Shop in violation of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138, Section 34: sale and delivery of alcohol to a person under the age of 21 permitting any disorder disturbance or illegality to take place in or on the licensed premises and a violation of Section 11 of the Rules and Regulations for Liquor Licensees in the Town of Dedham and to abide by caveats regarding employee training to serve alcohol. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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BOTTLE SHOP

Provide a written warning to Satellite Bottle Shop

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to provide a written warning to Satellite Bottle Shop. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to provide a written warning to Satellite Bottle Shop. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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COMMITTEE

Put all candidate names in nomination

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Ms. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. MacDonald, it was voted to put all candidate names in nomination. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Ms. Sullivan, seconded by Mr. MacDonald, it was voted to put all candidate names in nomination. Motion carried..” (Motion: Sullivan, second: James MacDonald)

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BOTTLE SHOP

Enter executive session

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · No count or names in the minutes

On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to enter executive session. Motion carried.

From the minutes

“On a motion made by Mr. MacDonald, seconded by Ms. Sullivan, it was voted to enter executive session. Motion carried..” (Motion: James MacDonald, second: Sullivan)

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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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