BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
The following Officers were duly elected at the annual organizational meeting of the Franklin Housing Authority held on April 23, 2015.
- George A. Danello, Chairman
- Christopher K. Feeley, Vice Chairperson
- Mark A. Teehan, Treasurer
- Diane Padula-O’Neill, Commissioner
- Peter L. Brunelli, Commissioner
FHA STAFF
- Lisa M. Audette, Executive Director
- Candice Day, Administrative Assistant
- Carole Blanchard, Office Assistant
- Michael Gilligan, Maintenance Supervisor
- Frank McAvoy, Maintenance Laborer
- James Brunelli, Maintenance Groundskeeper
- Anne Ayotte, Service Coordinator
Lisa Audette, Executive Director was elected president of MassNAHRO (Massachusetts Chapter of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials) making her the lead advocate for public housing in Massachusetts. As president, she will lead an organization that represents more
than 240 local housing authorities in Massachusetts and will preside over major changes in the delivery of housing services as a new public housing reform law is implemented.
Modernization of the Franklin Housing Authority Properties
A Contract for Financial Assistance from the Department of Housing & Community Development for the purpose of repairing components of the aged agency for their fiscal year ending June 30, 2015 was awarded to the FHA. Several projects were completed using this very timely and important funding including roofs, appliance replacement, electric panel replacement, installation of GFCI outlets and tree removal. Also, Franklin Housing Authority was awarded $24,795 in Health and Safety funds for flooring replacement in the community building.State Audit
The Auditor’s Office did an audit of the FHA for the period of April 1, 2010 through June 30, 2012. After 3 months of review, no findings were found. The Official Audit Report was issued on September 17, 2013 by the Office of the State Auditor, Suzanne M. Bump.FHA Property
The Franklin Housing Authority manages 161 units of State Aided Elderly/Disabled Housing, 33 units of low income Family Housing and an 8-unit Group Home. Additionally, the Housing Authority is responsible for a four bedroom congregate facility. This program provides a shared livingenvironment for its residents who maintain private bedrooms. Congregate housing is a shared living environment and was established for residents who are self-reliant, however may need limited support.
Franklin Housing Authority also owns two single family homes and one duplex in Franklin. These properties are reserved for lease to low-income persons and afford these families the opportunity to reside in a residential neighborhood. Additionally, Franklin Housing Authority is developing
another Chapter 689 housing facility. This housing will be reserved for clients of the Department of Development Services and will be located on Plain Street. Franklin Housing Authority expects to begin construction in late 2015.
Special Events Noted with Appreciation
• Rotary Club members served their annual spaghetti dinner to FHA residents and area seniors complete with all the fixings. John R. Padula was the head Chef and also provided some entertainment along with his brother Tony Dale. Rotary members cooked, served, entertained and picked up after. Rotarians always comment that the smiles and the kind words of appreciation received make their time and efforts very rewarding.Special Thanks
The Board of Commissioners, Staff and Residents of the Franklin Housing Authority wish to express their thanks and appreciation to the following:
• The Clergy, a continuous support and comfort in the time of need and always.
• Franklin Senior Association Members:
Suzanne Wade, PresidentThis Association plans pizza parties, holiday gatherings, morning coffee and donuts, card parties and many more events for the enjoyment of all Franklin Seniors.
Linda Doonan, Vice President
Joyce Hutchinson, Treasurer
Evelyn Pelletier, Secretary
• Chairman Bob Vallee and all of the Franklin Town Council Members, Town Administrator, Jeffrey Nutting and his staff for their continued support and assistance.
• Council on Aging, Veterans Agent, SHINE Program and Food Pantry for assisting residents with health care concerns and working with the Authority to recognize needs and provide activities, nourishment and specialized services.
• Franklin Police Department, Chief Semerjian and the entire Franklin Police Department for continuous concern, attention and response to the needs of the Authority and its Residents.
• Franklin Fire and Rescue, Chief Gary McCarraher and his department are always professional and respectful.
• Senator Karen Spilka, Senator Richard Ross, Representative Jeffery Roy for their relentless support of the Housing Programs and Bills with the best interest of our residents at heart.
• Governor Baker for his support of Massachusetts public housing.
• Norfolk County Sherriff’s Department and Sheriff Michael Bellotti for including FHA in their inmate community service program.
• Dean Bank and its’ President and CEO Kevin R. Goffe for the generous donation to our Senior Community Hall for the benefit of our residents.
Through the years, the community and the housing authority are finding ways to improve the quality of life for our area seniors and low-income families. With the support of the Commissioners and the community the Franklin Housing Authority continues to be a great, safe and affordable community living opportunity.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa M. Audette, PHM, MCPPO, Executive Director
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"Prior to November 1 of each year, the Town Clerk shall cause to be prepared and made available to the inhabitants of the Town an annual report for the preceding fiscal year which shall include: the annual Town budget, the reports of all Town officers, the records of all Town Council bylaw amendments and resolutions, an abstract of births, marriages and deaths, and the wages, salaries, or other compensation of all Town employees." [Added 5-2-2012 by Bylaw Amendment 12-681]
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