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Showing posts with label Franklin For All. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Franklin For All. Show all posts
Sunday, March 13, 2022
Take the Franklin For All survey between now and April 1!
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Heard about the Franklin For All Forum? the audio and transcript are now available
FM #748 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 748 in the series.
This shares the Franklin For All Forum that was held on Monday, March 7, 2022.
The meeting was held in the Council Chambers. It was hosted by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) via Zoom and broadcast via Franklin TV as well as live streamed.
This recording runs about 2 hours and 25 minutes. Let’s listen to the Franklin For All Forum held Mar 7, 2022. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-748-franklin-for-all-forum-03-07-22
NEW: A transcript of the recording is available. The transcript is part of a pilot by Franklin Matters using the transcription service provided by Otter.ai https://otter.ai/ (Note: if there should be a more accurate spelling of your name, please let me know and I can update the online copy. For those whose name could not be determined via the recording, please let me know.)
Transcript => https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WEsjmEFESie06Bx4bAOSxhMbhpY45gsL/view?usp=sharing
Links to the meeting information and my notes captured during the Forum are in the show notes.
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**** Visioning Survey **** The survey is open for your input -> https://mapc.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bDBzodBPnt8a5Ce
Franklin For All project page -> https://www.mapc.org/resource-library/franklin-for-all/
My notes captured via Twitter and shared in summary form
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iojwdwbOUUfrvfnwuy_xn59P8yVws5Jq/view?usp=sharing
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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 www.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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| QR code takes you to the Franklin For All page |
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| QR code takes you to the Franklin For All visioning survey |
Franklin For All - Visioning Survey Launched - Respond by April 1
Franklin For All - Visioning Survey Launched
Survey closes Friday, April 1, 2022
On March 7th, 2022, the Town of Franklin held a public forum to formally introduce the Franklin for All project, answer questions and engage with the community.
To ensure every Franklin stakeholder has an opportunity to provide feedback, we have launched a visioning survey that will be open till April 1, 2022. The data collected in this survey will be used by our project consultants at the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) to create zoning recommendations that would serve our collective vision for our downtown. The survey is anonymous and all questions are optional.
To learn more about Franklin For All, visit our project webpage: https://www.mapc.org/resource-library/franklin-for-all/
Access the survey here: https://mapc.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/preview/SV_1SW9jOR99Rzvevk?Q_CHL=preview&Q_SurveyVersionID=current
The slideshow presented at the public forum on March 7, 2022 -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WHYDFaj-ZMlMF2ChexFaUy7qAfykLjvW/view?usp=sharing
There will be additional public engagement opportunities to comment on the draft zoning recommendations in the upcoming months. Want to stay informed on additional opportunities to provide feedback? Sign up for our email list and follow along with us on social media for all the latest Franklin For All updates!
Shared from Town of Franklin page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/franklin-all-visioning-survey-launched
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| Franklin For All - Visioning Survey Launched - Respond by April 1 |
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Recap: Franklin For All Forum gets some input amid questions on MPAC and expressions of fear
Quick recap:
- The Franklin For All Forum was a hybrid event hosted technically by MAPC in the Council Chambers. Some technical issues needed to be worked out so the meeting was slow starting
- There were approx. 40-50 in room, another 100+ via Zoom, some other number (unknown) likely watching via cable or live stream
- The Forum was meant to allow for (1) Q&A on the process and (2) input from Franklin residents to help develop a vision for downtown
- EDC Plus Steering Committee Chair Melanie Hamblen provided some homework assignments (walk around Franklin, sign up for newsletter, checkout Franklin For All page, let's all be open and treat comments with respect)
- Emma Battaglia, MAPC Project Manager, provided an overview of the project and objectives. She announced the release of the survey to enable input which will be open for at least a couple of weeks. A draft of initial zoning recommendations will come forward for review and discussion
- The EDC Plus committee will hear and review, possibly propose something to the Town Council. Assuming the proposal includes zoning changes, the zoning changes would go to the Planning Board for their review (including 2 public hearings) before coming back to the Council. The Council would also hold a public hearing and have two readings of the changes before a final vote. Bottomline - plenty of time to review and discuss whatever changes do come from this study
My notes taken via Twitter are collected in the PDF here. The audio (and possible transcript of the audio) should be available in a couple of days.
The PDF can also be found -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iojwdwbOUUfrvfnwuy_xn59P8yVws5Jq/view?usp=sharing
The survey is open for your input -> https://mapc.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bDBzodBPnt8a5Ce
Visit mapc.org/franklin-for-all for additional information on Franklin For All and for ongoing updates on the planning process. You can also sign up for email updates at mapc.ma/franklin-for-all-news. Email planning@franklinma.gov if you have questions about this project or additional ideas for enhancing Franklin Center
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| Recap: Franklin For All Forum gets some input |
Monday, March 7, 2022
Franklin looks at big week with a number of reveals (downtown zoning?, school budget?, storm water?, town budget?)
This is very important week for Franklin.
The week starts with the Franklin For All Forum Monday night, the discussion on what changes if any should be made to downtown gets into full gear. MAPC has been conducting some focus group meetings with key stakeholders. The results of those discussions remain to be seen. Monday is touted to be a review of the current zoning and building downtown to get us to where we are. Meeting info -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/events/373166
Tuesday, at the scheduled School Committee meeting, the community gets to hear the Superintendent’s recommended school budget for the FY 2023 fiscal year. The docs were released in advance for review. Meeting agenda -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_3-8-22.pdf
Wednesday, the community can listen to the DPW update for the Finance Committee. Apparently, within the details of the presentation are the rationale for implementing the talked of “storm water utility fee”. Meeting agenda -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/3-9-22_fin_com_meeting_agenda_0.pdf
Thursday, the Joint Budget Committee, formally charged now with fostering discussion among the Town Council, Finance Committee, and School Committee gets to see the first release of the FY 2023 Town of Franklin budget. The numbers are still preliminary at this point but the ballpark should be good enough for a discussion on how to address the multiple priorities the Town (and Schools) face. Agenda not yet released (should be sometime Tuesday) https://www.franklinma.gov/joint-budget-subcommittee/events/372166
The meetings are open for in person or remote participation, check the Town Calendar, School Calendar, or Franklin Matters for agenda documents.
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| Franklin looks at big week with a number of reveals (downtown zoning?, school budget?, storm water?, town budget?) |
Saturday, March 5, 2022
Reminder! Learn about zoning in Franklin Monday, Mar 7, 2022 at 7 PM
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Town Council Quarterbacking with Tom Mercer - 03/03/22 (audio)
FM #744 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 744 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 March 3, 2022:
ok, what just happened?
What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?
We cover the following key topics
PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSIONS
a. Presentation: Other Post-Employment Benefits - Dan Sherman, Sherman Actuarial Services
9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
a. Resolution 22-15: Direction for Issuance of Request for Expressions of Interest for Town Property Containing “South Franklin Congregational Meeting House” Located at 762 Washington Street (Motion to Approve Resolution 22-15 - Majority Vote)
b. Resolution 22-16: Authorization for Town Administrator to Negotiate and Execute New Agreement Between Town and Franklin Community Cable Access, Inc. for PEG Programming and Access Services (Motion to Approve Resolution 22-16 - Majority Vote)
Subcommittee Reports
a. Capital Budget Subcommittee – Mar 3, then to full Council likely March 16
b. Budget Subcommittee – Joint meeting – Mar 10 (Finance Cmte meeting - March 9)
c. Economic Development Subcommittee – met Weds before Council meeting, Franklin For All forum Mar 7
Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes. The recording runs about 25 minutes.
Let’s listen to this recording of Town Council Quarterbacking Mar 3, 2022
Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-744-town-council-quarterbacking-with-tom-mercer-03-03-22--------------
Town Council Agenda document ->
My notes for the meeting ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V68RACg-cfE7DL80uaXkOSwQhTPWL2yC/view?usp=sharing
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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 your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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| OPEB consultant Dan Sherman participated remotely |
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Listen in as we "Talk Franklin" with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen & Lily Rivera
FM #740 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 740 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my "Talk Franklin" conversation with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen and Marketing Communication Specialist Lily Rivera. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge.
Conversation around the following topics:
Schools DEI presentation
Town Council agenda
Presentation = OPEB analysis – Dan Sherman
Old South meeting house expression of interest
Cable contract with Franklin TV
Jen Delmore – not coming back from maternity leave
March 7 - Franklin For All
March 8 - Sch Committee
March 9 - Finance Committee
March 10 - Joint Budget Committee
The recording runs about 32 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Jamie and Lily. Audio file -> https://anchor.fm/letstalkfranklin/episodes/Working-towards-a-more-perfect-union-in-Franklin-e1f32dm/a-a7g9ruo
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Town Council meeting 3/02/2022 agenda -> including remote connection info ->
Franklin For All web page -> https://www.mapc.org/resource-library/franklin-for-all/
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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 your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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| Listen to Steve Sherlock "Talk Franklin" with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen |
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