Showing posts with label FY 2027. Show all posts
Showing posts with label FY 2027. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Reminder: Franklin Town Council will meet on Wednesday, June 10 to determine the FY 2027 operating budget

Reminder: The Franklin Town Council will meet on Wednesday, June 10, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Franklin Municipal Building.

The Council is scheduled to vote on the proposed FY 2027 Operating Budget. The adopted budget will guide Town spending and support services, programs, and operations in the coming fiscal year.

View the agenda https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/06/franklin-ma-agenda-for-town-council-fy.html


Residents are encouraged to attend in person, join remotely via Zoom, or watch live on Franklin Town Hall TV.

Find the explanation on the recent changes to the FY 2027


The list of resolutions mostly for the budget on the Agenda for June 10

5. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
a. Resolution 26-25: Adoption of the FY2027 Budget Appropriations
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-25 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9762/5a-Complete

b. Resolution 26-26: Amendment to FY2027 Budget - Council on Aging
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-26 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9763/5b-Complete

i. Control Sheet & Voting Document (clean version)
ii. Staff Memorandum
iii. Control Sheet & Voting Document (notes version)
iv. Resolution - Adoption of Revised Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
v. Revised Appendix A - Town Administrator Revised Budget

c. Resolution 26-27: MECC Stabilization Transfer to FY27 Operating Budget
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-27 - Majority Vote)

d. Resolution 26-28: Salary Schedule: Full-Time Elected Official (Town Clerk)
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-28 - Majority Vote)

e. Resolution 26-29: Expenditure Limits for FY2027 on Departmental Revolving Funds (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-29 - Majority Vote)

f. Resolution 26-33: Capital Round 2  (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-33 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9757/5f-Complete

g. Resolution 26-32: Free Cash to Fire Truck Stabilization Transfer  (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-32 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9767/5g-Complete

h. Resolution 26-34: Group Insurance Trust Fund Transfer  (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-34 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9768/5h-Complete

i. Resolution 26-31: Capital FY26 Enterprise Funds  (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-31 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9769/5i-Complete

j. Resolution 26-35 - Ambulance Transfer & Appropriation  (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-35 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9770/5j-Complete

k. Resolution 26-23: Community Preservation Fund: Annual Appropriations and Reservation (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-23 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9771/5k-Complete

l. Resolution 26-24: FY27 Community Preservation Appropriation of Funds - Capital (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-24 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9772/5l-Complete

m. Bylaw Amendment 26-952: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, §82-6, Schedule of Service Fees - Second Reading
(Motion to Approve Bylaw Amendment 26-952 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9773/5m-Complete

n. Bylaw Amendment 26-953: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 170, Article X: Winter Storm Overnight Parking Ban - First Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 26-953 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9774/5n-Complete
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Monday, June 8, 2026

Max helps to recap 3 Town Council meetings in this Quarterbacking session (audio)

FM #1759 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1759 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Councilor Max Morrongiello. We had our conversation in person at the Franklin TV & Radio Studios on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meetings of May 12 (with School Committee) and the 2 budget hearings (May 20, May 21). Yes, we skipped over the May 13 Council meeting. Oops!



We focus on two questions:

  • ok, what just happened? 

  • What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?

We cover the following key topics

  • Joint meeting with School Committee, strategic plan

  • Budget discussions, questions and answers 

  • Final numbers coming up for the June 10, and then June 17 session

  • June is full of events


The conversation runs about 32 minutes. Let’s listen in

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1759-town-council-quarterbacking-06-02-26/

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Franklin TV videos for replay 






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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

  • And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do


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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Sunday, June 7, 2026

Franklin, MA: Agenda for Town Council - FY 2027 budget discussion and vote - June 10 at 6 PM

Franklin Town Council
Agenda & Meeting Packet
June 10, 2026 = 6:00 PM



1. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
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.

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. In compliance with G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 20 et seq, the Open Meeting Law, the Council cannot engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Council may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter. Nothing herein shall prevent the Town Administrator from correcting a misstatement of fact.

3. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 6:00 PM
a. Transfer of License, Pledge of License & Pledge of Inventory - Om Devitas Market Inc. d/b/a DeVita’s Market, Located at 198 East Central St., Franklin, MA

4. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
a. Transfer of License, Pledge of License & Pledge of Inventory - Om Devitas Market Inc. d/b/a DeVita’s Market, Located at 198 East Central St., Franklin, MA
b. License Modification - Change of Officers - The Chateau Restaurant of Franklin, Inc. d/b/a The Chateau Restaurant, Located at 466 King St., Franklin, MA
c. Farmer-Brewery Farmers Market License - Rushford and Sons Brewhouse, LLC  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9761/4c-Complete

5. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
a. Resolution 26-25: Adoption of the FY2027 Budget Appropriations
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-25 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9762/5a-Complete

b. Resolution 26-26: Amendment to FY2027 Budget - Council on Aging
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-26 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9763/5b-Complete

i. Control Sheet & Voting Document (clean version)
ii. Staff Memorandum
iii. Control Sheet & Voting Document (notes version)
iv. Resolution - Adoption of Revised Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
v. Revised Appendix A - Town Administrator Revised Budget

c. Resolution 26-27: MECC Stabilization Transfer to FY27 Operating Budget
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-27 - Majority Vote)

d. Resolution 26-28: Salary Schedule: Full-Time Elected Official (Town Clerk)
(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-28 - Majority Vote)

e. Resolution 26-29: Expenditure Limits for FY2027 on Departmental Revolving Funds (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-29 - Majority Vote)

f. Resolution 26-33: Capital Round 2  (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-33 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9757/5f-Complete

g. Resolution 26-32: Free Cash to Fire Truck Stabilization Transfer  (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-32 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9767/5g-Complete

h. Resolution 26-34: Group Insurance Trust Fund Transfer  (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-34 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9768/5h-Complete

i. Resolution 26-31: Capital FY26 Enterprise Funds  (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-31 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9769/5i-Complete

j. Resolution 26-35 - Ambulance Transfer & Appropriation  (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-35 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9770/5j-Complete

k. Resolution 26-23: Community Preservation Fund: Annual Appropriations and Reservation (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-23 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9771/5k-Complete

l. Resolution 26-24: FY27 Community Preservation Appropriation of Funds - Capital (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-24 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9772/5l-Complete

m. Bylaw Amendment 26-952: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, §82-6, Schedule of Service Fees - Second Reading
(Motion to Approve Bylaw Amendment 26-952 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9773/5m-Complete

n. Bylaw Amendment 26-953: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 170, Article X: Winter Storm Overnight Parking Ban - First Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 26-953 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9774/5n-Complete

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

The agenda doc (and supporting documents) also contains remote participation info - https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-2357 

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State Rep Jeff Roy provides a Legislative Update - 06/04/26 (video & audio)

FM #1757 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1757 in the series. 


This session shares my conversation with State Representative Jeffrey Roy. We had our discussion virtually via Zoom on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

 

We talk about 

  • His legislative work on the budget, timing of the legislative session

  • Prior work on higher education, current work on manufacturing 

  • Earmarks for Medway & Franklin including the World Cup Fan Zone

  • Whole lot happening in Franklin now through the summer


The show notes include links to Jeff's legislative page and campaign page. 


The recording runs about 37 minutes, so let’s listen in.

Video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRLwLOShel8

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Representative Roy’s House page - https://malegislature.gov/People/Profile/JNR1 


Jeff’s campaign page - http://jeffreyroy.com/ 


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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

  • And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do


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 it!

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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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Finance Committee votes to recommend FY 2027 budget, a minor adjustment to round 2 of Capital Authorizations (video)

The Finance Committee met on Wednesday, June 3 as scheduled to review the updated FY 2027 budget and vote on it and the measures associated with it. All 9 members participated, 8 in Council Chambers and 1 remotely via Zoom. All votes were recorded via roll call.


The Franklin TV video is available for replay - https://www.youtube.com/live/FR_5FicbhCM?&t=208


Recap:

Motion to recommend the adjusted FY 2027 budget $ 179,284,565 which uses free cash of $1m plus Second 
Clarification on going from $2.1 to $1.1 for use of free cash
Passes 9-0 via roll call

Resolution 26-27 MECC Stabilization Transfer to FY27 Operating Budget
Special purpose fund
Moved, second, passes via roll call 9-0

Resolution 26-28 Salary Schedule: Full Time Elected Official (Town Clerk)
State law requires separate vote
So moved, second, passes 9-0 via roll call

Resolution 26-29 Expenditure Limits For FY27 on Departmental Revolving Funds
State law requires, dedicated revolving funds for the purpose, expenses adjusted as needed 
So moved, second, passes 9-0 via roll call

Resolution 26-33 Capital Round 2
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So moved, second,
Discussion on use of the auditors to provide some guidance on providing for the claims through June 30 but would be filed after July 1
Need the cash and a plan for an "oops"
Question on the code review for Parmeter, this was a recommendation from the Police Station Building Cmte in January
Q on the Senior Center sprinkler system, vendor selection underway
No money left for the fire truck? The bond anticipation note is in the budget, could be part of the free cash discussion next year 
Not really making capital investments with free cash, just buying time plugging holes here and there 
Motion to amend the resolution by the Parmenter code review and use that for fire truck stabilization account Amendment roll call passes 5 yes, 4 no 
Motion on the resolution as amended passes 8-1 via roll call

Resolution 26-34 Appropriation From Group Insurance Trust Fund
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So moved, second, via roll call passes 9-0

Resolution 26-35 Ambulance Transfer and Appropriation
lead time is now 24 months, so the money already ready for it can place the order now for delivery later
So moved, second, passes 9-0 via roll call 

Resolution 26-23 Community Preservation Fund: Annual Appropriation and Reservation
So moved, second, clarification on the allocation per state requirement 
Passes 9-0 via roll call

Resolution 26-24 on amended Project Slate from CPC
So moved, second discussion Q on municipal housing trust allocation from CPA 
Finally the vote passes 9-0 via roll call

Resolution 26-30 Snow & Ice Stabilization Transfer to Operating BudgetFY26
So moved, second, passes 9-0 via roll call 
No FEMA funds expected

Resolution 26-31 Capital FY26 Stormwater Enterprise Fund Appropriation Move $90k for asset management grant
So moved, second, via roll call passes 9-0

0Discussion on the stabilization account balances Any changes to it would be through the fiscal policy which determines the allocations from free cash Timings can affect the balances Audit report is coming in July due to Town Council and schedules and other items



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Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Reminder: Very important Finance Committee meeting on the FY 2027 budget and CPA funding

The Finance Committee will meet on Wednesday, June 3, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Franklin Municipal Building.

Residents are encouraged to follow the discussion and stay informed on Town finances and budget-related matters.

The agenda doc also contains remote participation info

Attend remotely via Zoom using the information provided in the agenda packet.

To be broadcast to FRANKLIN TOWN HALL TV for Comcast 9 / Verizon 29 subscribers and to YouTube https://bit.ly/FTV-TownHall


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Among the items on the agenda are a review of proposed Community Preservation Act funds for a number of projects

4. Community Preservation Act

a. Resolution 26-23 Community Preservation Fund: Annual Appropriation and Reservation  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/9623/3c-FY27-CPA-Reservations-Resolution-26-23-1

i. 05-18-2026 CPC Agenda Packet   https://franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-2318
These projects were discussed the Community Preservation Committee meeting May 18, 2026. You can watch the video replay here - https://www.youtube.com/live/VK4JHlQ0FPo?&t=74

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Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Town Administrator Jamie Hellen walks us through the changes to the updated FY 2027 budget (audio)

FM #1751 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1751 in the series.


This session of the radio show shares our “Talk Franklin” discussion with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen. We recorded our conversation in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Thursday, May 28, 2026.  


Key topics

  • Updates to the FY 2027 budget

  • Health care overview

  • Final stretch for budget approval

    • Finance Cmte Jun 3

    • Town Council Jun 10

    • Town Council Jun 17


The recording runs about 1 hour & 5 minutes. Let’s listen to our conversation.

Audio link - https://open.spotify.com/episode/4PJREAiffxNX7eUUsa18hn



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Summary memo on budget changes - https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/05/town-administrator-memo-to-finance.html 


Town of Franklin page -  https://www.franklinma.gov/ 


FY 2027 budget page - https://www.franklinma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=577 


Community calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar 



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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

  • And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do


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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