Showing posts with label DPW. Show all posts
Showing posts with label DPW. Show all posts

Monday, September 25, 2023

Reminder - Annual "Touch a Truck" scheduled for Oct 14 from 10 AM to 2 PM

Join us at the Franklin DPW Yard for a fun Fall day filled with family friendly activities on Saturday, October 14th, 10 AM to 2 PM
This is a free event!
Reminder - Annual "Touch a Truck" scheduled for Oct 14 from 10 AM to 2 PM
Reminder - Annual "Touch a Truck" scheduled for Oct 14 from 10 AM to 2 PM

Friday, September 22, 2023

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Facilities, DPW, & Charles River Pollution Control District

To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov.  Please put the job title in the subject line of your email. 
Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Facilities, DPW, & Charles River Pollution Control District
Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Facilities, DPW, & Charles River Pollution Control District

Saturday, September 16, 2023

DPW sewer line work street schedule for week of 9/18/23

Phase 7 - Sewer Lining Project Continues Next Week! 

Green Mountain Pipeline Services are scheduled to be out working on the following streets next week:
  • Monday, Sept. 18 ~ Main St.
  • Tuesday, Sept. 19 ~ Main St., Corbin St. and Emmons St.
  • Wednesday, Sept. 20 ~ Elwood Rd., Washington St. and Oak St.
  • Thursday, Sept. 21 ~ Beaver St.. and Church St.
Residents will be notified if there will be any disruption to their service.


DPW sewer line work street schedule for week of 9/18/23
DPW sewer line work street schedule for week of 9/18/23

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

DPW update on sewer line maintenance for week of Sep 11, 2023

"Phase 7 - Sewer Lining Project continues this week!

Green Mountain Pipeline Services are scheduled to be out working on the following streets this week:
  • Monday, Sept. 11: Garden St. and Ledge St.
  • Tuesday, Sept. 12: Hill Ave and Washington St.
  • Wednesday, Sept. 13: Cleveland Ave., Washington St. and Hill Ave.
  • Thursday, Sept. 14: Washington St. and Harmon Rd.
Residents will be notified if there will be any disruption to their service."

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CxDVk1MMDgN/
DPW update on sewer line maintenance for week of Sep 11, 2023
DPW update on sewer line maintenance for week of Sep 11, 2023

Sunday, September 10, 2023

DPW shares a crack sealing video - one step in a road maintenance process

"Yeah black squiggly lines!
This is called “crack sealing!” It is the most cost-effective way to extend the life of a roadway if done at the right time.
Everybody knows about potholes, and how they form; you get a crack in the road water gets in there, freezes, and next thing you know, the asphalt breaks apart. This simple procedure sprays a liquid emulsion asphalt into the crack so pothole does not form in the winter months.
Have an excellent Public Works day!"
Watch the 14 second video of the crack sealing operation -> https://fb.watch/mUZemVl_zx/

In 2014, kids in the neighborhood (I assume whether big or little, or both) made a mosaic of the crack seal painted on Blueberry Lane. Additional photos ->    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/give-us-crack-seal-well-make-mosaic.html

crack seal on Blueberry Lane - 3
crack seal on Blueberry Lane - 3

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

DPW layouts the multi-year infrastructure project costs to the Town Council (audio)

FM #1043 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1043 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares the Town Council meeting held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. 8 members of the Council were present in the Council Chambers; Jones was absent, Hamblen covered as clerk for the meeting.


Quick recap:

One appointment to the Agricultural Commission was approved. Daniel Morse moved from an associate role to a full seat. Likely a future appointment coming for a new associate.


Two PUBLIC HEARINGS were conducted. These previously were reviewed by the Economic Development Subcommittee and forwarded with unanimous approval. Both measures passed by 8-0-1 (8 for, 0 against, 1 absent)

a. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-898: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend the Franklin Town Code at Chapter 185, Attachment 9, Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements  

b. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-899: Marijuana Use Overlay District, A Zoning Bylaw Amendment to the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 185, Section 5, Zoning Map  


Presentation: DPW Project Updates - Brutus Cantoreggi, DPW Director

The presentation doc can be found here ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/pages/councl_update_aug_23.pdf 

i. Current Project Updates

ii. Pavement Management Program & Sidewalk Plan   

iii. Water Tank Master Plan


Discussion: Proposition 2 ½ Operating Override. As noted during the Joint Budget Subcommittee meeting, Jamie provided an overview on the Prop 2 ½ process. Attorney Cerel provided an overview of the more pertinent nuances of what could be done, and importantly what can’t be done.

i. Process - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator  

ii. Campaign & Political Finance and Ethics Laws - Mark Cerel, Town Attorney 


The recording runs 3 hours and 8 minutes. Let’s listen to the Town Council meeting on July 19, 2023.  Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1043-town-council-mtg-08-16-23



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The agenda doc can also be found on the Town of Franklin page -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_-_aug_16_2023.pdf


My notes in one PDF file -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/17mCqfZ5ZEaL6jBcpFEFFOrqh8NrW6noP/view?usp=drive_link 


Town Council Quarterbacking with Chair Tom Mercer ->

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/08/this-town-council-quarterbacking.html


Franklin TV meeting video -> https://www.youtube.com/live/vlYIlCbc4hs 


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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"


DPW team presenting to the Town Council 08/16/23
DPW team presenting to the Town Council 08/16/23

DPW layouts the multi-year infrastructure project costs to the Town Council
DPW layouts the multi-year infrastructure project costs to the Town Council

Sunday, August 20, 2023

This Town Council Quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer covers the Aug 16, 2023 Council meeting (audio)

FM #1042 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1042 in the series. 


This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of August 16, 2023


  • ok, what just happened? 

  • What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?


We cover the following key topics

APPOINTMENTS a. Agricultural Commission   i. Daniel Morse  


PUBLIC HEARINGS 

a. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-898: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend the Franklin Town Code at Chapter 185, Attachment 9, Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements  

b. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-899: Marijuana Use Overlay District, A Zoning Bylaw Amendment to the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 185, Section 5, Zoning Map  


Presentation: DPW Project Updates - Brutus Cantoreggi, DPW Director

i. Current Project Updates

ii. Pavement Management Program & Sidewalk Plan   

iii. Water Tank Master Plan


Discussion: Proposition 2 ½ Operating Override

i. Process - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator  

ii. Campaign & Political Finance and Ethics Laws - Mark Cerel, Town Attorney  


Near Future outlook

  • Police Station Building Committee meeting – 8/23 – 6 PM  (Council Chamber)

  • Master Plan Committee – 8/23 6:30 PM (3rd floor)

  • Dean College President Ken Elmore will provide an update at next session


Our conversation runs about 38 minutes. Let’s listen to this session of Town Council Quarterbacking recorded Aug 17, 2023. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1042-town-council-quarterbacking-08-17-23



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The complete agenda doc  ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_-_aug_16_2023.pdf

The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/vlYIlCbc4hs 

The PDF with my Twitter thread of notes is available here https://drive.google.com/file/d/17mCqfZ5ZEaL6jBcpFEFFOrqh8NrW6noP/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!

------------------


You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"


This Town Council Quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer covers the Aug 16, 2023 Council meeting (audio)
This Town Council Quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer covers the Aug 16, 2023 Council meeting (audio)

Saturday, August 19, 2023

Franklin, MA: Job Opportunities with Building & Inspections, Facilities, Finance, Library, Public Works,

Notice from the Department of Public Works: Phase 7 Sewer Lining Project Starts Week of August 21, 2023

Notice from the Department of Public Works:

Starting Monday, August 21st, 2023, the Town's contracted vendor; Inland Waters Inc. will conduct cleaning and CCTV inspection of the sewer lines on the following streets ...

  • Alpine Row
  • Beaver St.
  • Chestnut St.
  • Church St.
  • Corbin St.
  • Crescent St.
  • Cross St.
  • Emmons St.
  • Fales St.
  • Garden St. 
  • Highland St.
  • Hillside Rd
  • Horace Mann Elementary Parking Lot
  • Josephine St.
  • Main St.
  • Milliken Ave.
  • Moore Ave.
  • Oak St.
  • Pleasant St.
  • Queen St.

During this part of the lining there will be minimal disruption to sewer service. If you experience any issues please call the DPW at 508-553-5500.

Shared from ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/notice-department-public-works-phase-7-sewer-lining-project-starts-week-august-21st-2023

Notice from the Department of Public Works: Phase 7 Sewer Lining Project Starts Week of August 21st, 2023
Notice from the Department of Public Works: Phase 7 Sewer Lining Project Starts Week of August 21st, 2023

Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Economic Development Subcommittee - August 16, 2023 at 5:45 PM

Economic Development Subcommittee 
Agenda & Meeting Packet
August 16, 2023 - 5:45 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building
2nd floor, Council Chambers
355 East Central Street


Agenda:
1. Review proposed sidewalk snow removal bylaw


You may access the agenda and links for the meeting here:    https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/_2023-08-16_edc_agenda_.pdf

taken in 2017 on a walk Sunday morning, approx. 12 hours after the storm ended

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for August 16, 2023 Meeting

Franklin Town Council
Agenda & Meeting Packet
August 16, 2023 - 7 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building
2nd floor, Council Chambers 355 East Central Street 


1. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.
b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.
2. CITIZEN COMMENTS
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 ask the Town Administrator to review the matter.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - None Scheduled.
4. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS - None Scheduled.

5. APPOINTMENTS
a. Agricultural Commission
i. Daniel Morse  
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/5a._appointment_-_dan_morse.pdf
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 7:00 PM
a. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-898: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend the Franklin Town Code at Chapter 185, Attachment 9, Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements  
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/6a._23-898_-_grv.pdf
i. Legislation for Action Item #9a
b. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-899: Marijuana Use Overlay District, A Zoning Bylaw Amendment to the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 185, Section 5, Zoning Map  
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/6b._23-899_-_marijuana_overlay_district.pdf
i. Legislation for Action #9b
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS - None Scheduled.

8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION
a. Presentation: DPW Project Updates - Brutus Cantoreggi, DPW Director
i. Current Project Updates
ii. Pavement Management Program & Sidewalk Plan   
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8aii._franklin_ma_-_pavement_management_report_-_final_draft_8.3.2023.pdf
iii. Water Tank Master Plan
b. Discussion: Proposition 2 ½ Operating Override
i. Process - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator  
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8b._i_-_override_discussion.pdf
ii. Campaign & Political Finance and Ethics Laws - Mark Cerel, Town Attorney  
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8bii._1_-_discussion_memo_-_ethics_-_mark_1.pdf
9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
a. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-898: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend the Franklin Town Code at Chapter 185, Attachment 9, Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements - First Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 23-898 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote)  
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9a._bylaw_amendment_23-898_-_grv.pdf
b. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-899: Marijuana Use Overlay District, A Zoning Bylaw Amendment to the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 185, Section 5, Zoning Map - First Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 23-899 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote)  
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9b._-_bylaw_amendment_23-899_-_marijuana_overlay_district.pdf
c. Resolution 23-48: Appropriation of $35,000 from Statewide Opioid Settlement Fund (Motion to approve Resolution 23-48 - ⅔ Majority Vote)  
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9c._23-48_-_opioid_funding_35k.pdf
10. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

11. SUBCOMMITTEE & AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS
a. Capital Budget Subcommittee
b. Economic Development Subcommittee
c. Budget Subcommittee
d. Master Plan Committee
e. Davis-Thayer Reuse Advisory Committee
f. Police Station Building Committee
g. GATRA Advisory Board
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

13. COUNCIL COMMENTS

14. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled.

15. ADJOURN

Note: Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes
Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

The agenda doc also contains remote participation info -> 

Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for August 16, 2023 Meeting
Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for August 16, 2023 Meeting