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| Economic Development Subcommittee meeting - Jan 31 at 5:45 pm |
FM #1128 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1128 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares the Town Council meeting held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. All 9 members of the Council participated in the Council Chambers.
Quick recap:
Approved a New Section 12 Restaurant Common Victualer All Alcohol License and Approval of Lisa Ann Truax as the Manager - L Truax King Street Cafe Inc. d/b/a King Street Cafe, Located at 390 King Street
Reviewed, took community input, and discussed adjustments to the work plan for the next 2 years. These Council "goals" are a mix of projects not completed in prior years (Historical Museum cupola), place holders for work coming (Objectives TBD from the Master Plan), and wordsmithing to better provide opportunity to accomplish the "aggressive" plan put forward by Town Administration
Community input could be summarized in 3 areas: affordable housing, addressing climate change, and finding a workable solution even if a flag policy can't be found
Agreed to an increase for the ambulance rates. This is done annually to ensure the Town recovers appropriate costs as well as maintain competitive rates vis a vi neighboring communities. This was the first reading, the second reading will likely be the next Council meeting
The Council also approved Acceptance of Parcel A, Drainage Lot, on Westerly Side of Maple Street
The recording runs just about 2 hours. It was edited to remove the “Zoom bombing” incident. Let’s listen to the Town Council meeting on Jan 3, 2024.
Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1128-franklin-ma-town-council-mtg-01-03-24--------------
The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DSJhP-o9mKE
Town Council agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/jan_3_2023_town_council_agenda.pdf
My full set of notes captured via Twitter during the meeting are collected in a single PDF for easier reading -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PAyli8_q5IIawWv8HKWNHeOP8mrfaFwi/view?usp=drive_link
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com.
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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| Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for Meeting - January 3, 2024 |
FM #1127 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1127 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Friday, January 5, 2023.
• ok, what just happened?
• What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?
Topics for this session
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
a. New Section 12 Restaurant Common Victualer All Alcohol License and Approval of Lisa Ann Truax as the Manager - L Truax King Street Cafe Inc. d/b/a King Street Cafe, Located at 390 King Street
8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION
a. Discussion: 2024-2025 Town Council & Town Administration Work Plan
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a._24-01_tc_and_ta_goals.pdf
b. Resolution 24-01: Adoption of 2024-2025 Town Council and Town Administration Work Plan (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-01 - Majority Vote)
9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
a. Bylaw Amendment 24-904: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, Fees, Municipal Service - First Reading
c. Resolution 24-02: Acceptance of Parcel A , Drainage Lot, on Westerly Side of Maple Street (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-02 - Majority Vote)
The recording runs about 28 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Tom on Friday, January 3, 2024. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1127-town-council-quarterbacking-01-05-24
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Town Council agenda for Jan 3, 2024 meeting ->
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/jan_3_2023_town_council_agenda.pdf
Town Council recap & video link -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/01/town-council-approves-all-alcohol.html
My notes captured via Twitter and collected in one PDF ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PAyli8_q5IIawWv8HKWNHeOP8mrfaFwi/view?usp=drive_link
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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| Tom Mercer recaps the Council Meeting of Jan 3 in this "Quarterbacking" session to start 2024 (audio) |
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| Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for Meeting - January 3, 2024 |
○ Municipal Building renovation○ Hire an Owner’s Project Manager (OPM) to lead the Police Station Building project○ Restore the Cupola in the Franklin Historic Museum and hire an architect to reevaluate the Museum floor plan to create more flexible exhibit spaces○ Replace High School visitor bleachers and sound system○ Design and build the Senior Center Pavilion (also install sign lighting)○ Update the design of the Remington-Jefferson renovation○ Support the King Street Memorial Park rehabilitation
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| 2024-2025 Town Council and Town Administration Work Plan (draft for review at Council Mtg 1/03/04) |
a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 9 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.c. Upcoming Town Sponsored Community Events
a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to three minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. The Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may askthe Town Administrator to review the matter.
a. New Section 12 Restaurant Common Victualer All Alcohol License and Approval of Lisa Ann Truax as the Manager - L Truax King Street Cafe Inc. d/b/a King Street Cafe, Located at 390 King Streethttps://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/6a._king_st._cafe_-_legal_ad.pdfi. See License Transactions #7a.
a. New Section 12 Restaurant Common Victualer All Alcohol License and Approval of Lisa Ann Truax as the Manager - L Truax King Street Cafe Inc. d/b/a King Street Cafe, Located at 390 King Streethttps://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/7a._license_transaction_-_king_st._cafe_new_section_12_all_alcohol_restaurant_1.pdf
a. Discussion: 2024-2025 Town Council & Town Administration Work Planhttps://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a._24-01_tc_and_ta_goals.pdfi. See Legislation for Action #9b.
a. Bylaw Amendment 24-904: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, Fees, Municipal Service - First Reading(Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 24-904 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote)https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9a._24-904_ambulance_fees.pdfb. Resolution 24-01: Adoption of 2024-2025 Town Council and Town Administration Work Plan (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-01 - Majority Vote)https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9b._24-01_tc_ta_work_plan.pdfc. Resolution 24-02: Acceptance of Parcel A, Drainage Lot, on Westerly Side of Maple Street (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-02 - Majority Vote)https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9c._24-02_drainage_lot_acceptance.pdf
a. Capital Budget Subcommitteeb. Economic Development Subcommitteec. Budget Subcommitteed. Master Plan Committeee. Davis-Thayer Reuse Advisory Committeef. Police Station Building Committeeg. GATRA Advisory Board
a. Considering the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property, because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Public Body.
FM #1097 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1097 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my recorded conversation with Franklin School Committee member Dave Callaghan. We had our conversation in the Franklin TV & Public Radio studio on Monday, November 6, 2023.
Our primary topic was a recap of the School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, Oct 24, 2023. We covered
Meeting recap, superintendent's goals and District Improvement Plan
Comprehensive School Facilities Planning Subcommittee meeting
Closing session of this term
The recording runs about 30 minutes so let’s listen to my “chalkboard chat” with Dave Callaghan. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1097-chalkboard-chat-05-callaghan-11-06-23
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Contact info for Dave Callaghan callaghand@franklinps.net
School Committee page => https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee
School budget -> https://www.franklinps.net/fy24budget
Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_10-24-23.pdf
Meeting packet folder -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/october-24-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet
Franklin TV video for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yFyTANzPoY
The “Chalkboard Chat” image was the result of a joint collaboration with Mickayla Callaghan. Thank you!
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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| Chalkboard Chat recaps the last School Cmte Mtg of the term - Oct 24, 2023 (audio) |
