Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Live reporting: Closing, etc.


K. Town Administrator's Report(updates provided during meeting)

DelCarte playground still having a problem even after coverage
did a deal with the company to get a total replacement with a new one and coverage for another unit if needed

Company will replace at their expense, no cost to Franklin
concern about the timing of the replacement given their record

the current tree was formed from a special concrete and just not lasting

L. Future Agenda Items
would like opportunity to revisit wording of the online training section of the TIp training

M. Council Commentswhen I made my comments on the COrnetta's application, it was a nice clean job, very complete

purchase of property on Union and Cottage St
Vallee curious on how this came up again?
the propoerty is apparently under a purchase agreement

before it was a five acre lot, and now it is less
could not do much with it if we got it anyway

Jones
Franklin Almanac episode 3
all poles to be installed at PIsani Field, lights were donated to and they are coming

high school fields are on schedule, will be ready to go April 1
'
compliments on the hard work to get all the work done and ready for Spring

Dellorco
great job on the fields

Bissanti
great job on the Senior Center
inspired by the attendence and turn out

Pfefffer
had an article the day before, but missed the day of
wonderful programs, blood pressure, games, chair exercises
new parking lot, furnature and colors are bright and cheerful

Kelly
Secretary of Elders Affairs appeared acknowledged everyone wants a senior center like ours, how do we do it?
we are taking good care of our seniors
N. Executive Session(not scheduled)
O. Adjourn

motion to adjourn, passed 8-0

the cover did not help this winter, as noted in the meeting, the whole playground unit at DelCarte unit is to be removed and
replaced by the vendor with no cost to the Town

Live reporting: Town Council - March 1, 2017

Present: Padula, Mercer, Vallee, Kelly, Pfeffer, Bissanti, Dellorco, Jones
Absent: Pellegri



A. Approval of Minutes
February 15, 2017 Meeting Minutes
B. Announcements
This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon channel 29. This meeting may also be recorded by others.
C. Proclamations/Recognitions(none scheduled)
D. Citizen Comments
Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to five 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 ask the Town Administrator to review the matter.
E. Appointments
Franklin Cultural Council

motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0

F. Hearings(none scheduled)

skipping ahead to action items as we weren't at 7:10 for the public hearing
G. License Transactions - 7:10 PM
returned to this item at 7:21 PM

1. BJ's Wholesale Club - Transfer of License
Moremax holds the liquor licenses for BJ in MA, currently holds six licenses
also operate in other states and hold licenses elsewhere
70-80 years of experience with the licenses, no disciplinary actions during that time
will correct application page to say "No" on issues with former licenses
BJ active in community, supports local charities
BJ is headquartered in MA
Jay Charbonneau, General Manager, would be the license holder
limited selection of items, mostly beer by cases, wine by individual bottle; not your normal liquor store,nothing cold, no six packs for sale, no nips or pints
 
alcohol purchase available to anyone, not just Club members
used to be a limit on number of licenses per business, now 7 soon to be 9

there is stip training required by bylaw
there is a loss prevention operation that would be involved

passing of an era for the Brunelli's operation

BIssanti expressing concerns about the potential for abuse in the large warehouse environment

I appreciate the Councilors concern, this adds to our business and we do take it seriously

motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0 

2. Alumni Restaurant - Change of Beneficial Interest, Transfer of Stock

Richard Cornetta, attorney for the client
7 years, manager for the time period, transfer of shares
from mother to daughter
no real change in operations, no deficiencies in application


motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0 

H. Presentations/Discussions(none scheduled)
I. Subcommittee Reports(updates provided during meeting as necessary)
J. Legislation for Action
1. Resolution 17-08: Amendment to the 2017 Town council Meeting Schedule (Motion to Move Resolution 17-08: Majority vote - (5))

motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0

2. FY 2017 Capital Plan (overview, not requiring a vote)

3. Resolution 17-09: Appropriation Purchase of Fire Truck Replacement - Engine #3 (Motion to Move Resolution 17-09: 2/3 vote (6))

Engine 3 will leave the fleet, 
focus group putting bid requirements together before posting


motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0

4. Resolution 17-10: Appropriation Capital FY 17 (Motion to Move Resolution 17-10: Majority vote (5))

long listing of individual items, follow link for details

motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0


5. Resolution 17-11: Appropriation Water Enterprise Capital FY 17 (Motion to Move Resolution 17-11: Majority vote (5))

motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0

6. Resolution 17-12: Appropriation Sewer Enterprise Capital FY 17(Motion to Move Resolution 17-12: Majority vote (5))

motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0

7. Resolution 17-13: Salary Schedule Full-Time Elected Officials (Motion to Move Resolution 17-13: Majority vote (5))

motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0

8. Resolution 17-14: Transfer from Water Enterprise and Rescind  Borrowing Authority (Resolution No. 14-16 Appropriation Funding Sources) (Motion to Move Resolution 17-14: Majority vote (5))

paying down the bond authorization per plan

motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0

9. Resolution 17-15: Supplementation of Prior Resolutions of the Town Authorizing Borrowing to Allow for the Application of Premium(s) Received to Project Costs (Motion to Move Resolution 17-15: Majority vote (5))

motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0

10. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 17-786: Storage Facility Bylaw - 2nd Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw 17-786 - Roll Call - 2/3 Majority vote (6))

motion to approve, seconded, via roll call passed 8-0 (Pellegri absent)


“The Sustainable-Enough Garden” - March 7

“The Sustainable-Enough Garden” will be the featured program at the March 7 meeting of the Franklin Garden Club. The meeting will take place at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill, from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public, including those interested in becoming a member of the Garden Club.

Featured speaker will be Rebecca Warner of Newton, an area gardener with 30 years’ experience, who will discuss her journey toward sustainable gardening and the methods she now uses that fit within the time she has to garden and her environmental goals. Club members will be able to learn from her experiences to set their own goals for gardening sustainably.

Warner’s talk will cover the following topics: simple, sustainable methods for making compost, improving soil, and making mulch from easily obtained materials found lose to home; time-saving ways to prepare beds for annuals and vegetables and why turning the soil is unnecessary and counterproductive; and an easy recipe for making an environmentally friendly potting mix to use for containers. Slides will be used to illustrate the topics to be discussed.

Warner has authored a book, The Sustainable-Enough Garden, in which she discusses how she has changed her gardening practices over the past few years from composting to mulching, lawn care to irrigation. Her weekly blog can be viewed at http://thesustainable-enoughgarden.blogspot.com.

The Franklin Garden Club, a member of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts, offers educational programs, maintains the garden at the Franklin Common, provides an annual scholarship to a high school graduate, and helps elementary students celebrate Arbor Day.

Native flowers feed native insects
Native flowers feed native insects


Franklin School for the Performing Arts Slates Summer Programs for Children and Teens

Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) announces a summer session of theater programs, ballet intensives and one-week creative camps, along with voice, instrumental and dance classes. The summer session runs from June 26 to August 22, with registration beginning March 6.

FSPA Summer Theater provides the opportunity for hands-on immersion in a Broadway Boot Camp, cabaret show, play or musical theater production, with enrollment for one to five weeks. The Cabaret week (July 17-21) focuses on repertoire choices, song interpretation and presentation, and concludes with a cabaret style revue at THE BLACK BOX theater in downtown Franklin. The three-day Broadway Boot Camp (July 24-26) brings Broadway headliners to FSPA for song and dance master classes and coaching on individual performance skills. A weeklong drama program (August 14-18) presents a straight play, while a two-week musical theater program (July 31-August 11) stages a major book musical at THE BLACK BOX.
FSPA
FSPA

Summer Ballet Intensives feature a final showing at THE BLACK BOX, along with extracurricular classes in Alexander Technique, nutrition and injury prevention. The four-week Intermediate/Advanced Intensive (July 3-28) and three-week Young Intensive (July 10-28) provide training in classical ballet technique, pre-pointe/pointe, modern, dance history and character dance, with partnering, variations and choreography offered at the advanced level.

Among FSPA’s weeklong performing arts camps, Broadway Camp (grades K-5) teaches vocals, choreography and scene work, with a chance to showcase skills in a final ensemble performance. Acting Camp (grades K-4 and 5-7) explores character development and improvisation. Camp ProVoice (ages 7-9 and 10-13) focuses on individual performance skills with music from Broadway, movies and TV musicals, as well as pop and rock hits, culminating in a performance of solos, duets and small ensembles. Jazz and Tap Camp (grades 4-7) combines age- and level-appropriate dance with a creative summer experience. For young beginner dancers, Dance Discovery (ages 5-9) teaches basic dance vocabulary and positions, floor exercises and simple steps, with a focus on musicality and rhythm. Creative Kids Camp engages and entertains campers ages 5-8 with drama games, theater activities, singing, dancing and crafts. The youngest campers, ages 3-5, are invited to the summer Little Music School Experience with FSPA’s Little Music School Director, Kim Rezendes.

For summer registration, call FSPA at (508) 528-8668. For further information, including a summer session brochure with full program descriptions, dates, faculty, and tuition, call or visit online at www.FSPAonline.com.

FHS hockey plays on Friday against Brockton


Boys Hockey


D1 South
#4 Franklin (13-7-1) will play #13 Brockton (5-12-3) on Friday, 3/3 at 6:00 at Gallo Arena in Bourne.

https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-hockey-playoff-seeds-matchups-2017/

FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers






Register NOW: 21st Annual Spring Training Clinic - March 18

21st Annual Spring Training Clinic
Ages 7 thru 13

Learn from Franklin High School Baseball Head Coach Zach Brown, his Coaching Staff and Varsity Players!
FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers

All players will participate in drills and receive instruction on hitting, fielding and throwing techniques.

PREPARE FOR FYBO SEASON!

This event is sponsored by the FHS Baseball Boosters Club, providing equipment, scholarships and support for FHS Baseball teams. Thank you for supporting our teams!







The Hockomock Area YMCA Announces Spring Weight Loss Program

As warmer weather approaches, many people dread the thought of the swimsuit season because of poor food and exercise choices throughout the winter. But it’s not too late to evaluate food and exercise habits and adopt healthier ones in a conscious effort to live healthier and happier, and look great this summer!

The Hockomock Area YMCA is excited to announce that registration is open for their spring session of Weigh to Change, a 10-week wellness program, at all 3 full-facility branches located in Foxboro, Franklin, and North Attleboro following the success of their fall program where 65 members lost a total of 626 lbs. and 644.2 inches.

Weigh to Change is a 10-week weight loss wellness program which offers support and education in both areas of fitness and nutrition. By combining physical training and better nutrition, participants will benefit in the most successful way to achieve weight loss. Participants will be challenged and motivated throughout the session with personal training, nutrition guidance, group work outs, and friendly challenge competitions.
Hockomock Area YMCA
Hockomock Area YMCA

The spring program begins April 3rd and will run through June 9th. For more information and to register visit any Hockomock Area YMCA Member Service Desk or online at hockymca.org. Specifically the Weigh to Change Program includes:

  • Weekly individual 30-minute personal training session
  • Individual nutrition counseling with nutritionist
  • Minimum of three weekly group training sessions offered solely for the spring WTC group.
  • Weekly nutrition and physical challenges
  • Two Nutrition workshops
  • Styku 3-D body scan
  • Entry into a spring local road race

The cost of the program is $499 for Hockomock Area YMCA Members and $749 for Hockomock Area YMCA Program Members (over an $800 value).

Anyone interested in more information about this program is encouraged to attend one of the following Information sessions at the following Hockomock Area YMCA locations:
  • Bernon Family Franklin Branch (45 Forge Hill Rd): Sat, 3/18 at 10:30am or Wed, 3/22 at 6:00pm.
  • Invensys Foxboro Branch (67 Mechanic Street): Wed, 3/15 at 6:30pm or Sat, 3/25 at 9:00am.
  • North Attleboro Branch (300 Elmwood Street): Tues, 3/14 at 6:00pm or Sat, 3/25 at 8:00am.

Or contact one of the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Health and Wellness Directors at the following locations:

Healthy lifestyles are achieved through the nurturing of mind, body and spirit, well-being and fitness. At the Hockomock Area YMCA, healthy lifestyles are more than just working out. In addition to fitness facilities, the Hockomock Y provides educational programs to promote good health and support physical, intellectual and spiritual strength.


About Hockomock Area YMCA:
Where Cause Meets Community. At the Hockomock Area YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.

Our YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities we are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit hockymca.org.

In the News: sustainable gardening; Tri-County Children's open house; big band brunch; Beauty and the Beast


"The Sustainable-Enough Garden" will be the featured program at the March 7 meeting of the Franklin Garden Club at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill, 7–9 p.m. 
The meeting is open to the public, including those interested in becoming a member of the club. 
The featured speaker will be Rebecca Warner of Newton, an area gardener with 30 years of experience who will discuss her journey toward sustainable gardening and the methods she now uses that fit within the time she has to garden and her environmental goals. Club members will be able to learn from her experiences to set their own goals for gardening sustainably."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170228/franklin-garden-club-to-hear-sustainable-gardening

"The Tri-County Regional Children's Center, 147 Pond St., Franklin, will host its annual open house and registration events for the 2017-2018 school year this week. 
The first open house will be held on Thursday, March 2, from 12:15 to 1:45 p.m. The second open house will be held on March 3, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. 
Parents are encouraged to bring their children so they can participate in many of the same activities they'll enjoy as preschool students. 
The preschool program is open to children who are 3 years old by Sept. 15, 2017, and no older than 5 years old by Dec. 31, 2017."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170228/open-house-set-at-tri-county-childrens-center


"THE BLACK BOX, downtown Franklin's theater, music, and event venue, will present a big band brunch with the renowned Kenny Hadley Big Band on Sunday, March 5. 
The critically acclaimed 16-piece ensemble, led by drummer Kenny Hadley, boasts musicians with performance ties to big band legends Woody Herman, Count Basie, Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, Buddy Rich and more. The band has shared the stage with such notables as the Count Basie Orchestra and the Duke Ellington Orchestra and has hosted guest soloists including Clark Terry and Louie Bellson."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170228/franklin-black-box-jazz-to-present-kenny-hadley-big-band

"The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will present Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" at THE BLACK BOX, 15 West Central St., downtown Franklin, in March. 
Show times are March 11, 17, and 18 at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees on March 12 and 19 at 2 p.m. 
The musical is a family favorite with an unforgettable cast of characters and an irresistible score. Based on the Academy Award- winning animated feature film, the stage version includes the movie's memorable songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for more than 13 years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170228/fpac-to-stage-disneys-beauty-and-beast


Senator Ross: February 2017 State House Update



Senator Richard J. Ross, State House Update, February 2017
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State Senator Richard J. Ross (R-Wrentham) proudly serving the Norfolk, Bristol and Middlesex District.

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Dear Friends,

As we get closer to spring, the FY18 budget is a topic of interest, as is local funding and fiscal responsibility. This month the legislature voted in favor of a legislative pay raise - a measure I did not support, for a benefit I will not accept. We have many tough choices before us, but this was an easy one in light of so many budgetary challenges.

In this month's newsletter you will find my thoughts on the legislative pay raise, useful 2017 tax season tips, and updates pertaining to local grants.

Once again, I am hosting Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Credit Seminars across the district. The remaining dates into March can be found below.

As always, do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. It's an honor to serve you.


Sincerely,
Declining the Legislative Pay Raise
In January, the Senate voted on legislation to raise members' salaries and pay; a bill that would cost $6.5 million over the remaining months of fiscal 2017, and as much as $18 million in fiscal 2018. The bill passed in a 31-9 vote and I confidently voted no. This bill, increasing the pay for all 200 legislators and the state's six constitutional officers and judges, was introduced only one week prior to its vote. While some believed this pay adjustment was long overdue, it came at a time when municipalities struggle for local aid, school districts need more funding, and budget cuts are frequent.

Following the vote, Governor Baker made the decision to veto the legislature's decision. In an effort to override the Governor's veto, the legislature faced yet another vote to approve this pay raise. I stuck with my original opposition of the increase and voted against the override of Governor Baker's veto. Unfortunately, the legislature successfully overrode the veto and confirmed an increase in legislative pay.

Not only did I vote against the increase, but I have also chosen to not accept the raise. My decision to decline the legislative pay increase was an easy one. The millions of dollars going towards these stipends would have made a great difference for the people of the Commonwealth. I am determined to continue advocating for the priorities of my district, even more so in areas such as economic development and local aid. Similarly, as the legislature and the Baker administration work to finalize the FY18 budget, I hope that government transparency and cost efficiency are further prioritized.


Senator Ross Announces Office Hours in March
Senator Ross and his staff will be holding office hours at locations throughout the Norfolk, Bristol and Middlesex District to provide constituents with an opportunity to meet Senator Ross and discuss any matters of importance to them. Constituents may contact Senator Ross' office at (617) 722-1555 or by email at richard.ross@masenate.gov to register for a meeting in advance whether in the district or at the State House in Boston.         
 
Monday, March 6th
Needham Community Center, 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham
10:00am-11:00am
Monday, March 13th (Staff)
Wayland Town Hall, 41 Cochituate Road, Wayland
11:00am-12:00pm
Monday, March 20th
Wrentham Senior Center, 400 Taunton Street, Wrentham
10:00am-11:00am
Tuesday, March 28th
Plainville Senior Center, 9 School Street, Plainville
10:00am-11:00am

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