Saturday, October 8, 2016

FHS girls soccer and volleyball posts wins on Friday

From Hockomock Sports we share the FHS fall sports results from Friday, Oct 7


*** Football = Franklin, 13 @ King Philip, 35 – Final

1st Quarter: (KP) Shane Frommer 62 yard punt return, XP good.
2nd Quarter: (KP) S. Frommer 15 yard rush, XP good.
3rd Quarter: (KP) S. Frommer 11 yard rush, XP good; (KP) Brendan Lydon 1 yard rush, XP good; (F) Jacob Wolowacki 1 yard rush, XP good.
4th Quarter: (KP) B. Lydon 5 yard pass to Brett Mazur, XP good; (F) J. Wolowacki 3 yard rush, XP no good.


*** Boys soccer = Stoughton, 3 @ Franklin, 2 – Final

– Franklin built a two goal lead in the first half but the Black Knights stormed back with three unanswered goals to grab the win. Farley Asmath and Nitin Chaudury netted goals off assists from Liam Kapples to put the hosts up 2-0. Stoughton answered as Noah Schulze scored on a free kick from 30 yards out and then tied the game before the break on Tyler Melo’s strike from outside the area. The Black Knights netted the game-winner with Melo finishing off a cross from Jordan Asnes. Stoughton head coach Aaron Salter said, “It was an excellent team performance today from every player.” Salter had specific praise for his back line as well as Melo and junior Brian Peoples.

*** Girls Soccer = Franklin, 4 @ Stoughton, 0 – Final

– Meghan Doherty, Miranda Smith, Sara Yelle and Molly Duncan scored the goals for the Panthers, while Calen Frongillo has a pair of assists and Emily Mastaj and Nadia Havens each had one.
FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers

*** Volleyball = Stoughton, 1 @ Franklin, 3 – Final

– Lauren McGrath helped set Franklin up for victory, notching 33 assists along with seven digs and three aces to lead the Panthers. Erin Skidmore had 15 kills and 11 digs, Maddie Kuzio had 21 digs and three aces, Lindsay McGowan contributed with seven kills, four digs, three aces and Meaghan Maguire finished with eight blocks and five kills for Franklin. For Stoughton, Riley Bagley had 43 digs while Val Whalen added 17 kills and sophomore Molly Turner had 20 assists.


For all the results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-100716/

Tri-County School Committee Honors Founding Member With ‘Emeritus’ Title

Franklin resident Robert J. Rappa was recently voted “Chairman Emeritus” by the Tri-County Regional School Committee in recognition of his decades-long commitment to the district.

Mr. Rappa, a member of the School Committee since the building first opened in 1977, announced plans to step down from his post this past spring after 40 years of dedicated service to the students of Tri-County. He was also a member of the Building Committee prior to construction of the school.

In a unanimous vote on September 21, the School Committee awarded Mr. Rappa the title of “Chairman Emeritus”, thereby ensuring that he maintains his ties to the school in perpetuity.

Founding School Committee members Robert J. Rappa, of Franklin, and Louis E. (Ted) Hoegler, of Walpole, pose for photo
Founding School Committee members Robert J. Rappa, of Franklin,
and Louis E. (Ted) Hoegler, of Walpole, pose for photo

In October 2015, the School Committee renamed the high school’s main office conference room in honor of Rappa and fellow founding School Committee member Louis E. (Ted) Hoegler, of Walpole. They continue to support Tri-County graduates with the Hoegler Rappa Scholarship Fund.

Mr. Rappa has made countless contributions to the Franklin community. He worked as the Town of Franklin’s Treasurer-Collector for many years before moving on to Keefe Insurance Agency, where he worked for 38 years. Mr. Rappa was also a member of the Board of Directors of the Dean Cooperative Bank.


"it is incumbent on you to make yourself as competitive as possible”

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"State officials joined students at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School for a Mass Insight kickoff event on Sept. 30. 
In attendance were state Reps. John Fernandes, D-Milford; Elizabeth Poirier, R-North Attleborough; and Jeffrey Roy, D-Franklin, and state Sens. Richard Ross, R-Wrentham; and Karen Spilka, D-Ashland. They joined nearly 200 advanced placement and pre-advanced placement students to kick off the program, which is aimed at increasing participation and performance in Tri-County’s AP courses. 
Addressing the audience, Spilka praised the students for taking on a challenging course load. 
“This is a big challenge, but it is really well worth it,” said Spilka. “Our 21st-century workforce depends on you; it is as simple as that.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161007/tri-county-regional-hosts-mass-insight-kickoff-event
Tri-County Regional Voc Tech
Tri-County Regional Voc Tech

In the News: Franklinites play in King Richards Faire, Ballot Question 4 to be debated

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Every year, come September and October, Franklinites Jamie Dellorco and Frank Dixon take on double lives. 
Five days a week, Dixon is a purchasing agent at Boston Medical Center, and Dellorco is a professional actress based in New York. But on autumn weekends, they become their alter egos and exist somewhere in the medieval period. 
The two are seasoned members of the cast at King Richard’s Faire, a popular fall tradition that plays out on several wooded acres in Carver. 
“There, I’m Heyo, the court jester,” says Dixon, who has been living his medieval half-life for about 23 years – 21 of them as HRM King Richard’s chief fool."


Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161007/medieval-life-for-them-two-from-franklin-are-principals-at-king-richards-faire



"The first of two debates on key ballot questions is scheduled Thursday at Regis College, featuring lawmakers on both sides of Question 4, which asks voters to decide whether to legalize recreational marijuana. 
The debate on Oct. 13 is free and open to the public, starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Upper Student Center Lounge at Regis. 
State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Acton, will speak in favor of passing Question 4, while state Sen. Jason Lewis, D-Winchester, will argue against passage of the question on the Nov. 8 ballot. 
Questions will be posed by attorney Carmenelisa Perez-Kudzma, Regis College's Legal Studies Program director, and Rick Holmes, opinion editor of the MetroWest Daily News. Kelley Tuthill, vice president of public relations and communications at Regis, will moderate the debate."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161007/regis-hosts-debate-thursday-on-question-4-legalizing-pot



Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Abbie Gardner and Jim Henry Oct 15



Oct 15 Abbie Gardner and Jim Henry
Nov 5  
Three rising stars -
             Matt Nakoa, Rachael Kilgour, and Kirsten Maxwell
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Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Abbie Gardner and Jim Henry Oct 15
Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Abbie Gardner and Jim Henry Oct 15
Abbie Gardner and Jim Henry
October 15th 8PM $20
Abbie and Jim have both appeared at the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse many times, but not together. You loved Abbie when she performed at the coffeehouse as a part of Red Molly.  Jim has appeared with Tracy Grammer, Eliza Gilkyson, and his own band The Surly Temple. This will be a magical night and we hope you can join us.  

Abbie Gardner, the fiery Dobro player with an infectious smile has been touring with Americana darlings Red Molly for the past eleven years. After gracing stages from Denver to Denmark, from Australia to Austin, the band decided to take an indefinite hiatus in 2015, so Abbie is striking out on her own!  No stranger to solo performing, she has three CDs to draw from, each with award-winning songs.  Tales of love and loss, both gritty and sweet, ride the back of her by-now familiar, formidable slide guitar licks. She channels Lucinda and Bonnie, but remains pure Abbie.

 "With a confidence that can only be earned, Gardner bursts out with a national steel guitar and a ballsy blues on the opening cut "Break It Slow." It's an unprecedented romp, fully of gnarly guitar lines and lyrics reminiscent of Lucinda Williams or Bonnie Raitt.." – Eli Peterson, Twangville

Jim Henry is an American folk singer/songwriter and world-class multi-instrumentalist. At center stage, whether as a solo artist or leading a band, Jim delivers his finely crafted original songs with a smooth, rich baritone voice and engaging story telling and humor.

As a sideman, on a variety of electric or acoustic guitars, or on mandolin or dobro, Jim can render emotional sensitivity in one moment then tear into a rock or country solo with such fire it's hard to catch your breath. He is a master of adding whatever is needed at any musical moment.

He has produced, recorded, played and traveled the world with Mary Chapin Carpenter, Paula Cole, Shawn Colvin, Alison Krauss, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Los Lobos, Alseep at the Wheel, Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings, The Weepies, Deb Talan, Eliza Gilkyson, Tracy Grammer, Susan Werner, The Boxcar Lilies...the list goes on and on.

Here is a video of them together. "Sad Farewell" Jim Henry and Abbie Gardner double dobro duo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTRmr9qfeO4
The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin's First Universalist Society. Concerts are presented in a smoke free and alcohol free environment at the Society's handicapped accessible Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, and begin at 8:00 PM; doors open at 7:30 PM. Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available. Admission is $20. Please call (508)528-2541 or visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information. 
Upcoming Shows
Nov 5     Three rising stars - Matt Nakoa, Rachael Kilgour, and Kirsten Maxwell
Nov 19   The Kennedys
Dec 3      Ellis Paul
Dec 10    A Celtic Christmas with Robbie O'Connell and Rose Clancy
Circle of Friends Coffeehouse · First Universalist Society · 262 Chestnut St · Franklin, MA 02038 · USA

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Friday, October 7, 2016

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 10/7/16 - THU 10/13/16

FRIDAY 10/7/16
10:30am   Knitting Circle for Adults @ Franklin Public Library (all skill levels welcome)
12-6pm   Franklin Farmers Market @ The Town Common
6:30pm   Art Night Uncorked @ Franklin Art Center
8pm   The Mark Poniatowski Situation  @ The Black Box

SATURDAY 10/8/16
1-4pm   Open Auditions for Holiday Performances at The Black Box
8pm   The Daybreak’s with special guest Copilot @ The Black Box

SUNDAY 10/9/16
7:30-10:30am   Sunday Morning Breakfast returns to Franklin Rod and Gun Club - open to public

MONDAY 10/10/16  Columbus Day - no school
10am   Papier-mache pumpkins @ Franklin Art Center
11am-6pm   Disney Silhouette Artist @ Franklin Art Center - reserve your spot
4pm   Krafty Mondays (ages 6-12) @ Franklin Public Library

TUESDAY 10/11/16
7pm   Yankee Quilters Guild Meeting @ St. John Episcopal Church
7:30pm   Franklin and Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Monthly Meeting @ Franklin YMCA. Public welcome.

WEDNESDAY 10/12/16
1-3pm   Family Paint @ Franklin Art Center
1pm   Magician Tommy James Halloween Safety Magic Show @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm   Creative Writing Group at Franklin Public Library
7:30pm   Franklin Newcomers Monthly Meeting @ ‘3’ Restaurant. Prospective members welcome.
7:30pm   The East - original play @ Dean College

THURSDAY 10/13/16
8:30-9:30am   Rep Roy Office Hours @ Franklin Senior Center
5-9pm   SAFE Coalition;s Substance Abuse Drop-In Center opened @ St. John’s Episcopal Church
5-7pm   Preschool Fair hosted by Franklin MOMs Club @ Bellingham Public Library
7pm   Bagels and Wine Tasting @ Franklin Liquors
7:30pm   The East - original play @ Dean College

For all the Town of Franklin Public Meetings click HERE.

For event details click HERE.

*If you have any suggestions or events for the calendar, please email Renata@BetterLivingRE.com

MassBudget: Cost of special business tax breaks nearly tripled since 1996




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The cost of special business tax breaks has nearly tripled since 1996 
A new study by the Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) shows that the cost to the state from special business tax break spending has nearly tripled, even after adjusting for inflation, from $370 million in 1996 to over $1 billion anticipated in this fiscal year.

The Commonwealth forgoes a large amount of potential revenue each year through spending on business tax breaks aimed at supporting economic development in Massachusetts. Although less often a focus of budget debates, spending on these tax breaks is no different in its bottom-line effect than direct spending through the state budget: law makers must offset each dollar from these special breaks with reductions to other public programs or increases to other forms of taxes.
Cost of special business tax breaks nearly tripled since 1996

The MassBudget report finds that the cost of special business tax breaks began to climb rapidly starting 20 years ago with incentives for the mutual fund industry, manufacturers, and others including the film industry and life sciences companies. And yet, despite the findings of a 2012 report from a state special commission that called for studying their effectiveness, most state business tax breaks have not faced a thorough examination.

Back in 2011, the Massachusetts Legislature established a Tax Expenditure Commission to "study carefully for the first time the various exemptions, deductions and credits in the Massachusetts tax code, and to recommend methods for measuring and reviewing their effectiveness." The Commission recommended an overall reduction in the number and cost of these special tax breaks. It also recommended: identifying the clear purpose of each special business tax break; creating clear metrics to gauge their impact; conducting a regular rolling review of whether to let these programs expire; and spelling out clear rules about when the Commonwealth would "clawback" forgone revenues from businesses that fail to deliver the jobs or other kinds of economic development for which the given tax break was originally awarded. Most of these recommendations have yet to be implemented.

MassBudget's new report tracks and explains the growth of special business tax break spending, and how it has resulted primarily from three major, industry-specific tax breaks including  for manufacturing companies, mutual fund companies, and tax breaks for movie production companies. The report examines these and a number of other recent tax breaks for businesses in Massachusetts.

Read the new report here (LINK).

The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) produces policy research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations focused on improving the lives of low- and middle-income children and adults, strengthening our state's economy, and enhancing the quality of life in Massachusetts.

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FHS field hockey and girls soccer teams win on Thursday

From Hockomock Sports we share the FHS fall sports results from Thursday, Oct 6


*** Field Hockey = Stoughton, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final 
– Kayla Marshall scored 10 minutes into first half on a pass from Annie Walsh and Brayden Downing with 10 minutes left in first half on another pass from Walsh to make it 2-0 at the break. Freshman Maeve Ledwith got her first career goal with 12 minutes left in the game on a pass from Erin Walsh. Christina Lucini and Sam Hertzberg combined for the shutout each making one save.


*** Girls  Cross Country = Attleboro, 48 @ Franklin, 15 – Final 
FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers
– Franklin had the top five finishes in the race, led by junior Nicole Clermont. Clermont won the race in 21:41 while classmates Kate Hartnett and Ella Gutkowski came in second and third in 21:42. Sophomore Katrina Walbert was fourth in 21:55 and junior Brianna Cummings crossed the finish line in 21:57 for fifth overall.

*** Boys  Cross Country
no results available


For all the results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-100616/





Newcomers Meeting = October 12

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes you to join us on Wednesday, October 12th at 7:30 at our monthly meeting. We meet upstairs at "3" Restaurant, 461 W. Central Street, Franklin. Light refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages are provided.

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends is a social club for residents of all ages and situations - not just those who are new to town. We meet the second Wednesday of the month, September through May. Additionally, we organize and offer numerous other events and gatherings throughout the year. 

For more information, visit www.franklinnewcomers.com. We're also on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/FranklinNewcomersFriendsClub/

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is a non-profit social and  charitable organization for residents of Franklin
The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is a non-profit social and 
charitable organization for residents of Franklin

"one downside to that forecast is no drought-busting rainfall"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"While many in New England are probably relieved that Hurricane Matthew will not be making a trek north and swamping the region with heavy rain and wind, one downside to that forecast is no drought-busting rainfall. 
For the fourth consecutive week, the U.S. Drought Monitor shows 52 percent of the state still gripped in an extreme drought. Nearly 90 percent of the state is in at least severe drought. Those statistics released Thursday morning are unchanged from previous weeks despite a wet and dreary weekend and cooler than average temperatures in the past week. Unfortunately, there was actually not much widespread significant rainfall. Last weekend, Boston had .74 inches of rain but Worcester only saw .16. 
According to the National Weather Service, Boston is 10.31 inches below normal for rainfall this year. Only 2.12 inches of rain has fallen since Sept. 1 which is 1.95 inches below normal. Worcester is only slightly better with an annual rainfall deficit of 9.24 inches. Since Sept. 1, 3.43 inches of rain has fallen which is 1.28 inches below normal for Worcester."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161006/extreme-drought-unchanged-in-massachusetts

US Drought Monitor Map; Massachusetts 10/6/16
US Drought Monitor Map; Massachusetts 10/6/16

Harvest Stroll - photo essay


early in the morning, before most were up and about, the streets were cleaned
early in the morning, before most were up and about, the streets were cleaned

early in the evening, right around supper time, Main St closed
early in the evening, right around supper time, Main St closed
Town Council Chair Matt Kelly served as master of ceremonies
Town Council Chair Matt Kelly served as master of ceremonies


Congressman Joe Kennedy represented the Federal side of the collaboration to pull the improvement plan together
Congressman Joe Kennedy represented the Federal side of the collaboration to pull the improvement plan together


Representative Jeff Roy
Representative Jeff Roy

Senators Karen Spilka and Richard Ross
Senators Karen Spilka and Richard Ross

and what we were waiting for, the ribbon did get cut!
and what we were waiting for, the ribbon did get cut!

Main St was full of folks all evening
Main St was full of folks all evening

not the best spot for a string instrument performance but the FHS students did well for an appreciative crowd
not the best spot for a string instrument performance but the FHS students did well for an appreciative crowd

even as the sun was setting, Main St was full
even as the sun was setting, Main St was full

Thursday, October 6, 2016

Emma Newton at 2016 Franklin Cultural Festival (video)

Turning back time (or #TBT) to that Saturday in July when THE BLACK BOX had two stages going for a full day of musical performances.

Here is a sample of Emma Newton's performance at THE BLACK BOX on the indoor stage. 




For more about Emma Newton visit https://soundcloud.com/emma_newton

Emma Newton performing at THE BLACK BOX
Emma Newton performing at THE BLACK BOX

FHS girls soccer and golf teams post wins on Wednesday

From Hockomock Sports we share the FHS fall sports results from Wednesday, Oct 5


*** Boys Soccer = Franklin, 1 @ Canton, 1 – Final
– Franklin’s Farley Asmath opened the scoring off an assist from Nitin Chaudhury to give the visitors a lead but Canton’s Ben Waterhouse tapped in Jake Verille’s free kick with 14 minutes to play in the first half to bring the Bulldogs level.

*** Girls Soccer - Canton, 0 @ Franklin, 2 – Final
– Halle Atkinson and Miranda Smith netted second half goals to lift the Panthers. Nadia Havens and Atkinson registered assists for Franklin.

*** Volleyball = Franklin, 1 @ Canton, 3 – Final
FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers
– Canton won the first two sets, lost the third but sealed the victory with a big win in the fourth set, 25-19, 25-15, 26-28, 25-12. Canton middles Casey Shea and Emma Murphy both had strong nights to lead the Bulldogs, putting down eights kills with just one error apiece, and combined for five blocks. Head coach Pat Cawley said Nicole Poole did a great job distributing the ball, finishing with 26 assists, 11 digs and three kills. Canton’s defense of Julia Panico, Maria Mackie, Erika Lum and Emily Lynch was strong throughout the night. Franklin’s Erin Skidmore had 13 kills, three aces and 10 digs, Maddie Kuzio finished with 34 digs, Lauren McGrath had 31 assists and Meaghan Maguire had six kills and a block for the Panthers.

*** Golf = Franklin, 179 @ Foxboro, 190 – Final


For all the results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-100516/

"It's a rare find in such condition"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"The Town Council heard on Wednesday evening a report on an extensive categorization and reorganization project that took place at the town historical museum during the summer. 
Historical Commission member Mary Olsson, as well as Allison Anderson, one of the two interns who worked on the project, gave a presentation to the council at its meeting. 
Anderson spoke of the conditions at the museum, noting that while there were many deficiencies, the institution has a great deal of potential."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161005/franklin-council-hears-historical-museum-report

an exhibit about Franklin's own 3-star general is available near the entrance to the main room of the Historical Museum
an exhibit about Franklin's own 3-star general is available near the entrance to the main room of the Historical Museum

Don't miss out on the Ladybug 5K - Saturday, October 15

This year's Ladybug 5K will be on Saturday, October 15th, starting from Kennedy School at 551 Pond St. In addition to the 5K, there will be kids races, games, face painting, and raffles. Fun, family friendly event.
  • Race registration and number pick up start at 8:30 AM
  • Kids race at 9:30
  • 5K at 10 AM
  • Cash prize for top male and top female overall in the 5K

Registration is available for the 5K, kids race and family pricing of $50 per family.

Participants can preregister at https://racewire.com/register.php?id=6650

For more details see our website at www.ladybug5k.com

The start of the Ladybug 5K in 2015
The start of the Ladybug 5K in 2015

Present permitting for Residential Ground-Mounted Solar Photovoltaic System installations are issued under zoning guidelines for garden sheds?

A copy of the Citizens Comment made to the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, Oct 5 was obtained after the meeting and shared here:


Dear Council Members and Officials,

Solar Photovoltaic Systems and other sustainability based energy solution are key components of our future. However, their installation and placement needs to be carefully managed for safety and the community characteristics Franklin offers its residents.

Present permitting for Residential Ground-Mounted Solar Photovoltaic System installations are issued under zoning guidelines for garden sheds? This according to my conversations with Building Commissioner- Lloyd Brown, when discussing a 40-Solar Panel Ground Mounted installation at 42 Prospect Street. The installation is on the side lot of 42 Prospect Street, Franklin's first designated scenic road, the lot borders my property. Under the garden shed guidelines no screening from the road is required nor protective fencing is necessary for safety to shield children and others from accessing the energized electrical components.
completed installation
completed installation

The 40-Solar Panel Ground Mounted installation at 42 Prospect Street was complete weeks ago and signed-off by the inspections and building department. Now all of a sudden the panels were removed, stacked neatly and modifications are being made? Possibly to add more panels? I have contacted the inspections and building department who indicated no work should be taking place but the work continues?

left: rework underway; right: before installation
left: rework underway; right: before installation

I urge the council, zoning board and town officials to consider specific zoning and permitting guidelines for Residential Ground-Mounted Solar Photovoltaic Systems that include; Solar panel quantity limitations, screening and setback requirements from roads and adjoining properties along with safety measures to protect children and others from accessing the electrified components.

I also encourage each of you to visit the 42 Prospect Street installation to understand the full impact undefined Residential Ground-Mounted Solar Photovoltaic Systems permitting guidelines are having on our community.

Sincerely,

Michael Swetz

Wednesday, October 5, 2016

Live reporting: Legislation through to Closing


I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
none

J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 16-58:Request for Legislation, Exempting all Positions in the Fire Dept from
Civil Service Law
motion tabled to Nov 2 meeting, seconded, passed 9-0

2. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 16-768: Districts Enumerated. Creation of Rural Business
Zoning District – Referral to Planning Board
motion to waive reading, seconded, passed 9-0
motion to refer to Planning Board, seconded, passed 9-0
proposed zoning change for Hillside Nursery area
they would like to expand to include a retail business
the set of bylaws are considered together
beer/wine sales not allowed

Any way to get joint public hearings with Planning Board and Town Council

Attorney Cerel to check on the past combined meetings that D Pellegri recalls and report back for next meeting


3. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 16-769: Definitions. Country Store – Referral to Planning
Board
motion to refer to Planning Board, seconded, passed 9-0
a country store with convenience items

4. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 16-770: Rural Business Zone Use Regulations – Referral to
Planning Board
motion to waive reading, seconded, passed 9-0
motion to refer to Planning Board, seconded, passed 9-0

5. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 16-771: Rural Business Zone Dimensional Regulations –
Referral to Planning Board
motion to waive reading, seconded, passed 9-0
motion to refer to Planning Board, seconded, passed 9-0

6. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 16-772: Rural Business Zone Sign Regulations – Referral to
Planning Board
motion to waive reading, seconded, passed 9-0
motion to refer to Planning Board, seconded, passed 9-0

7. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 16-773: Zoning Map Changes from Rural Residential 1 to
Rural Business an Area on Washington Street – Referral to Planning Board
motion to waive reading, seconded, passed 9-0
motion to refer to Planning Board, seconded, passed 9-0


K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
ribbon cutting at 4:00
aggregation was just approved this week, going out to bid, should have pricing within 2 weeks

300 Fisher St, community meetings being set up by EPA on this superfund site


L. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
would like to get discussion on a future agenda to review the ground level solar panels

adopt a resolution with the Council not in favor of a yes vote on Q4
in case it does go through, Council should re-address where they are located
the fear is that if the Q4 passes, then an agreement with a town and company would be tossed. We don't have an agreement, we have a zoning requirement
will look in to a zoning question

fire dept should have a presentation before the Town Council gets to vote

some people are moving their cars every two hours to comply, may need to address that

there are a lot of two hour signs downtown, it would be good to see it enforced to avoid the meters

complaints from some residents who now can't park in front of their house in the morning on East, Dean, and School St

do we have GATRA volume to see what stops are being used?


M. COUNCIL COMMENTS

Nov 18- Harlem Wizards at Tri-County
tickets now on sale, already half sold

This Conservation guy, we need to address this

We are not against a man doing his job, he just needs a little bedside manner

I did not get to comment, I believe by right there is some retail space available within the industrial use. Am I correct about the manufacturing space?
that is a future agenda item

The topping off ceremony was held at the Library on Tuesday, all the Councilor names were written on the girder that was hoisted with a small tree and flag

N. EXECUTIVE SESSION

O. Adjourn


You can find the full agenda and supporting documents as released on the Town webpagehttp://franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_News/024F0E17-000F8513