Last Spring, over 500 Dedham, Massachusetts residents signed a petition opposing the creation of a Hooters on Route One in Dedham at the site of the former Summer Shack. Acknowledging the strong objections from its constituents, in addition to the company's hiring practices and possible sports bar saturation in the area, the Dedham Board of Selectmen voted to deny the request for a liquor license transfer to Dedham Wings LLC (doing business as Hooters). This decision was overruled by the state Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission, and the license has been granted; however, the opposition to having a Hooters in this location has continued to grow. We, the undersigned, request that Dedham Wings LLC abandon their plan to open a Hooters franchise in Dedham in the face of ongoing and increasing opposition from this community.
The Hooters concept does not align with the values or strategic vision associated with historic Dedham. A Hooters franchise located in Dedham will negatively impact residents’ quality of life and tarnish the reputation of this historic town. According to the Hooters website: “Being a Hooters Girl is an honor bestowed upon only the most entertaining, goal oriented, glamorous and charismatic women. Hooters Girls have that special gift for making every guest feel welcome. She’ll have of all kinds of opportunities – like appearing in the annual Hooters Swimsuit Calendar. She is an American icon the world over. A waitress she is not.” Despite claims of being a fun family restaurant, the subtext of this establishment centers on the exploitation and objectification of women. This is not the type of business the residents of Dedham envision for their town.
By signing this petition, I am stating my opposition to the planned opening of a Hooters franchise in Dedham, Massachusetts, and I shall not be a patron of the location should it open.
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Dedham is a family oriented community. Let's not denegrate our wives, mothers, and daughters with a high profile sexist business. We deserve better.
I agree with Tom B as well. It will be good to finally have a Hooters south of Boston. Currently the closest one is in Saugus or Shrewsbury. Depending on your exact location.
I agree with Tom B. a lot of people are in FAVOR of Hooters. It has already been through the petition process and you lost. Quiet down while we take in the scenery with beers and wings.
I think I speak for many Dedham residents when I say I AM in favor of this establishment.
I am very disappointed to hear that this establishment is determined to come to Dedham, despite our objections.
No Hooters in Dedham!
Dedham resident against an ugly restaurant that represents an ugly and disrespectful mindset.
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Last Spring, over 500 Dedham, Massachusetts residents signed a petition opposing the creation of a Hooters on Route One in Dedham at the site of the former Summer Shack. Acknowledging the strong objections from its constituents, in addition to the company's hiring practices and possible sports bar saturation in the area, the Dedham Board of Selectmen voted to deny the request for a liquor license transfer to Dedham Wings LLC (doing business as Hooters). This decision was overruled by the state Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission, and the license has been granted; however, the opposition to having a Hooters in this location has continued to grow. We, the undersigned, request that Dedham Wings LLC abandon their plan to open a Hooters franchise in Dedham in the face of ongoing and increasing opposition from this community.
The Hooters concept does not align with the values or strategic vision associated with historic Dedham. A Hooters franchise located in Dedham will negatively impact residents’ quality of life and tarnish the reputation of this historic town. According to the Hooters website: “Being a Hooters Girl is an honor bestowed upon only the most entertaining, goal oriented, glamorous and charismatic women. Hooters Girls have that special gift for making every guest feel welcome. She’ll have of all kinds of opportunities – like appearing in the annual Hooters Swimsuit Calendar. She is an American icon the world over. A waitress she is not.” Despite claims of being a fun family restaurant, the subtext of this establishment centers on the exploitation and objectification of women. This is not the type of business the residents of Dedham envision for their town.
By signing this petition, I am stating my opposition to the planned opening of a Hooters franchise in Dedham, Massachusetts, and I shall not be a patron of the location should it open.
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Dedham is a lovely, friendly, wonderful town in which to raise my granddaughter. She'd go to Riverdale Elementary, just like her Mom did. Not, however, if Dedham allows as disgusting a business the likes of a Hooters. We will move. Been in Riverdale 13 years myself. My granddaughter's wonderful mother grew up here. Went to Riverdale and Dedham High. If Hooters opens IN DEDHAM, we will move.
Dedham is a family oriented community. Let's not denegrate our wives, mothers, and daughters with a high profile sexist business. We deserve better.
I agree with Tom B as well. It will be good to finally have a Hooters south of Boston. Currently the closest one is in Saugus or Shrewsbury. Depending on your exact location.
I agree with Tom B. a lot of people are in FAVOR of Hooters. It has already been through the petition process and you lost. Quiet down while we take in the scenery with beers and wings.
I think I speak for many Dedham residents when I say I AM in favor of this establishment.
I am very disappointed to hear that this establishment is determined to come to Dedham, despite our objections.
No Hooters in Dedham!
Dedham resident against an ugly restaurant that represents an ugly and disrespectful mindset.
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Dedham is a lovely, friendly, wonderful town in which to raise my granddaughter. She'd go to Riverdale Elementary, just like her Mom did. Not, however, if Dedham allows as disgusting a business the likes of a Hooters. We will move. Been in Riverdale 13 years myself. My granddaughter's wonderful mother grew up here. Went to Riverdale and Dedham High. If Hooters opens IN DEDHAM, we will move.