Providing accurate and timely information about what matters in Franklin, MA since 2007. * Working in collaboration with Franklin TV and Radio (wfpr.fm) since October 2019 *
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Have you wondered where to start at tackling climate change? Time to Energize Franklin!
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
In this Making Sense of Climate episode we go from Franklin's flood plain, to the water cycle, to dealing with climate grief (audio)
This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Ted McIntyre, Franklin resident and climate activist via the Zoom conference bridge Tuesday, February 21, 2023. We were joined by the Town of Franklin Conservation Agent Breeka Li Goodlander and as you’ll hear, we had a great discussion.
In this episode we covered the following topics:
Welcome Breeka Li to episode
Breeka Li provides her "road to Franklin Conservation Agent"
Open Space & Recreation update process underway
Franklin is basically a flood plain source for the Charles River
Role of wetlands, fragility of cycle, point source, non-point source
Climate grief, Skype a scientist
The remedy for grief is to take action, to make a difference
This discussion continues our journey understanding the MA roadmap toward net zero and while it helps me “make sense of climate”, we hope it helps with your understanding as well.
If you have climate questions or Franklin specific climate questions, send them in and we’ll try to answer them in a future session.
Our recording runs about 45 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Ted and Breeka Li. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-954-making-sense-of-climate-24-02-21-23
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Links to articles referenced
Franklin Conservation page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation
Open Space & Recreation Plan update -> https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/pages/2023-open-space-and-recreation-plan-update
Breeka Li’s Linkedin page -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/bgoodlander/
The “Book of the Dead” that Breeki Li mentioned can be found https://therevelator.org/species-extinct-2022/
See the page that collects all the “Making Sense of Climate” episodes -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/02/making-sense-of-climate-collection.html
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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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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Reminder: School Committee meeting features a full agenda for Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Among the items on the School Committee meeting Tuesday evening are the following for Guests/Presentations:
A. Retiree Recognition
B. District Improvement Plan Update 2021-2022 https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/dip_outcomes_to_sc_2021-2022.pdf
C. Superintendent’s Evaluation – Presentation of Evidence https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/superintendents_evaluation_evidence_2021-2022.pdf
And longer list than recently seen of Discussion Action items
A. Superintendent’s Contract
The Chair recommends approval of a 3 year contract with Lucas Giguere as Superintendent of Schools - July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025. https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/dip_outcomes_to_sc_2021-2022.pdf
B. Policy - 2nd Reading/Adoption
I recommend adoption of policy ADF - Wellness Policy as discussed. https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_b_-_policy_2.pdf
C. Boys Basketball Trip
I recommend approval of the request of CJ Neely to take the Boys Basketball team to Orlando, Florida from December 26-30, 2022 to participate in the 2022 KSA Events Basketball Tournament as detailed. https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_c_-_basketball_trip_-_orlando.pdf
D. Performing Arts Trip
I recommend approval of the request of Dianne Plouffe to take students to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida from April 15-19, 2023 to perform as detailed. https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_d_-_performing_arts_trip.pdf
E. Spain Trip
I recommend approval of the request of Emily Chaisson & Laura Keenan to take students to Malaga & Granada, Spain from April 14-22, 2023 as detailed. https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_e_-_spain_trip.pdf
F. Proposed MASC Resolution Regarding Sanctuary Laws for Trans Students
I recommend the School Committee adopt the proposed MASC Resolution regarding sanctuary laws for trans students for formal consideration by the 2022 Massachusetts Association of School Committees Delegate Assembly in November as discussed. https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_f_-_resolution.pdf
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Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - May 24, 2022 - 7 PM |
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Medical Experts, Legislators, and Community Organizations Urge Baker to Curb COVID Transmission Amidst Contagious Variants, Holiday Season
Sign-on letter and public health policy proposal for Governor Baker proposes data-driven solutions to reduce COVID-19 transmission in schools, workplaces, and frontline communities
- Establish a statewide indoor masking policy in line with CDC recommendations, mandating county-based mask wearing predicated on local COVID-19 transmission risk
- Fund and staff daily mobile vaccination clinics in frontline communities disproportionately represented in COVID-19 cases
- Curb viral spread in workplaces through statewide workplace safety standards as well as paid sick time for employees experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, potential exposures, or temporary adverse effects from vaccination
- Protect against foreclosures, evictions and rent increases to decrease home crowding
- Reduce in-school transmission through universal masking and providing sufficient funding and staffing for contact tracing, opt-out pool testing, and remote learning options for infected children
- Support frontline communities and local boards of public health through culturally relevant outreach, technical and infrastructural assistance to boards of health and community health centers, and financial support for struggling residents, regardless of immigration status
- Agencia ALPHA
- Allston Brighton Health Collaborative
- Boston Immigrant Justice Accompaniment Network
- Brazilian Women’s Group
- Community Action Agency of Somerville, Inc.
- Center to Support Immigrant Organizing
- City Life/Vida Urbana
- Comité TPS Massachusetts
- Equity Now & Beyond
- Families for COVID Safety (FamCOSa)
- The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts
- GreenRoots
- Groundwork Lawrence
- Haitian Americans United, Inc.
- La Colaborativa
- La Comunidad, Inc., Everett
- Immigrant Service Providers Group/Health
- Immigrants’ Assistance Center, Inc. (IAC)
- Jamaica Plain Progressives
- Lundberg Health Advocates
- Massachusetts Climate Action Network
- Massachusetts Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health
- Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless
- Massachusetts Jobs with Justice
- Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition
- Massachusetts Nurses Association
- Massachusetts Public Health Association
- Massachusetts Voter Table
- Metrowest Worker Center - Casa
- New England United 4 Justice
- St. Mark Community Education Program
- Student Clinic for Immigrant Justice
- True Alliance Center, Inc.
- Union of Minority Neighborhoods
- United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1445
- We Got Us Empowerment Project
Senator Becca Rausch represents the Norfolk, Bristol and Middlesex District, comprised of Attleboro, Franklin, Millis, Natick, Needham, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Plainville, Sherborn, Wayland, Wellesley, and Wrentham. Senator Rausch serves as the Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources, and Agriculture and the Senate Vice Chair of the Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Letter to Gove Baker -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wt00R8mNnv4jYUBAiM9IftU5gFysodOy/view?usp=sharing
Action Plan -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oNhQXu1z-KJlHTCGvjPvFRONaEjd1rhp/view?usp=sharing
Curb COVID Transmission Amidst Contagious Variants, Holiday Season |
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Climate Action in Boston, Friday, October 29
- Start time: 3:45 pm, near Liberty Mutual, 157 Berkeley St Boston.
- Rally with youth and indigenous speakers.
- March to Chase - Downtown Crossing (arriving 4:30-4:45).
- Bank action led by youth.
- Action complete by 5:30.
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Climate Action in Boston, Friday, October 29 |
Friday, March 26, 2021
FM #500 - School Committee Meeting - 03/23/21 - P3 of 3 - Discussion action items to Closing
FM #500 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 500 in the series.
The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format: some of the School Committee members, Central Office personnel, and key guests were in the Council Chambers; the remainder, along with the public, were remote via conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
I’ve split the just almost three hour meeting into three logical segments:
- First - covers the school budget public hearing (approx. 1 hour and 27 minutes)
- Second - pick up the regular meeting and Jefferson presentation (approx. 43 mins)
- *** Third - from the discussion action items through to the end of the public meeting (approx. 39 minutes)
Let’s listen to this segment of the School Committee meeting of Mar 23, 2021
Budget presentation https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/fy22_public_budget_hearing_presentation_1.pdf
Jefferson presentation doc https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/jefferson_presentation_to_the_school_committee_3-23-21.pdf
Meeting packet folder https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/march-23-2021-school-committee-meeting-packet
My notes from the meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/03/recap-school-committee-meeting-mar-23.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).
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"
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FM #500 - School Committee Meeting - 03/23/21 - P3 of 3 - Discussion action items to Closing |
Thursday, February 11, 2021
FM #459 - School Committee Meeting (P2 of 3): Davis Thayer segment (audio)
This session shares the Franklin, MA School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, Feb 9, 2021.
The meeting was conducted in a virtual format: all of the School Committee members, Central Office personnel, along with the public were remote via conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
I’ve split the just over two hour and twenty minute meeting into three logical segments:
- First - covers the opening through the Annie Sullivan presentation (approx. 41 minutes)
- *** Second *** Discussion - Action items covering the Davis Thayer closing discussion and vote (approx. 43 mins)
- Third - from Discussion Only items through to the end of the public meeting (approx. 59 minutes)
The show notes contain links to the meeting agenda and to my notes. The meeting packet folder will hold the other documents released for the meeting (as we go to press, the Superintendent’s Report is not yet nor is the pool testing outline)
Let’s listen to this segment of the School Committee meeting of Feb 9, 2021
Audio file = https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/8a6ecf5d-28f9-472f-8ba0-ad4f10d7ebe3/fm-459-schoolcomm-mtg-20210209-p2of3.mp3
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Meeting packet folder
https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/february-9-2021-school-committee-meeting-packet
My notes from the meeting
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/02/school-committee-votes-to-close-davis.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).
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/
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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FM #459 - School Committee Meeting (P2 of 3): Davis Thayer segment (audio) |
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
School Committee votes to close Davis Thayer (without allowing public comment) and hears about pool testing
- With the weather (snowing), the meeting was conducted fully remote
- No surprise on the Davis Thayer (DT) vote to close the school. Putting emotions aside, it was the proper decision to come to. The SchComm could have handled the discussion better; at least allowing community comment. Not Tuesday night however
- They didn't address some of the timing questions raised by one member that could have been answered by the three ad hoc members (but wasn't). This lead to a weird amendment to change the timing on the closure. The amendment failed by a 5-2 vote. The same 5-2 vote was the formal decision to close the building
- The district will now be busy putting together the transition plan to move the DT students and faculty (most will but maybe not all, how many remains to be seen?) to the Keller/Sullivan complex for September
- There was discussion on putting together a 'steering committee' or something to ensure communication during the transition does go to all stakeholders (a novel concept, given the current performance by this committee)
- Oh, and yes, there is still a pandemic running around. Pool testing will be piloted and hopefully put into place with more then the 50% of the parents that initially said they would. If that goes well, then there could be a return to in person schooling before September. Stay tuned
- Glossed over in the other items, there is no realistic hope of getting K-1 back in person anytime soon (at least before pool testing).
- Legislative Forum scheduled for March 2
Photos captured during the meeting and shared via Twitter can be found in one album https://photos.app.goo.gl/GHCbJtDX2PjXdaDg7
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As with most meetings in this pandemic period, I took my notes via Twitter during the meeting reporting in real-time via the virtual session.
The Twitter hashtag can be found online #schcom0209
https://twitter.com/search?q=%23schcom0209&src=typeahead_click
- Real time reporting for School Committee meeting underway #schcom0209
- Meeting packet including the agenda and docs released for this session https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/february-9-2021-school-committee-meeting-packet #schcom0209
- #schcom0209 all 7 SchComm members now present. FHS student representatives provide an update. 4 seniors directing 1 act plays, rehearsal started this week, small cast per COVID performance guidelines. Looking to February break
- Superintendent report: 'Franklin freedom team' forming to address hate and bias, meeting monthly. More to come as the team work progresses. Unified basketball also part of Fall II season. #schcom0209 Leadership workshop for women. More details in Supt. report when published
- Congrats to FHS student art work (shared via Franklin Matters https://franklinmatters.org/2021/02/3-fhs-student-works-selected-for-maea.html?m=1) #schcom0209 spotlight for Annie Sullivan coming next
- Annie Sullivan presentation copy https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/asms-presentation #schcom0209
- Some slides to be shared here, follow the link provided for the full presentation copy https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/asms-presentation #schcom0209
- A sample of the morning announcement played via video clip with audio. #schcom0209
- #schcom0209 creative use of landing page for the school to get started
- Slides #schcom0209 (6th grade)
- And for 7th grade an example: #schcom0209
- #schcom0209 (slide)
- #schcom0209 (two slides)
- #schcom0209 and for 8th grade
- #schcom0209 and that is a day at Annie Sullivan
- #schcom0209 next up the discussion action items first the retirement of the Davis Thayer elementary school - doc with summary here -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_a_-_retirement_of_dt.pdf
- As hoc subcommittee chair Stokes basically reading the report as linked to https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/disc-retire-dt #schcom0209 stopping for other members to comment or SchComm members to comment/question, public invite likely coming later
- #schcom0209 FYI up over 170 participants via Zoom now
- #schcom0209 getting to the recommendations, one to close the school building for FY 2022 (i.e. Sep 2021) and two to study and set up a master plan. Motion to approve, seconded. Discussion before vote, SchComm members up first. Keenan raises question about timing and focus ...
- Keenan maybe missed that several of the options discussed timing and were put aside, discussion on amendment to the motion. Questions should get addressed before proceeding. Recommendation from subcommittee was unanimous #schcom0209
- Spencer speaking not as a mom (son at DT) but a SchComm member working for the student of all Franklin. #schcom0209 recommendations for redistricting to address the location issues of district outline
- Stokes also not speaking as DT mom, working for all Franklin students; Bergen for closure listing multiple reasons #schcom0209 economic efficiency, need the money for counseling, etc for SEL needs. School transition will work. Change is never easy
- possible amendment for changing the time for closure, so moved and seconded, vote fails 5-2 (Keenan and Spencer voting no) #schcom0209 Master plan includes more than redistricting, huge policy direction change, will take time (MSBA project timeline takes years)
- Supt answers the question raised on timing, worried about staff retention, #schcom0209 roll call vote 5-2 (Keenan and Spencer no) as before on amendment School approved for closure, no public comment before vote
- Motion to dissolve ad hoc subcommittee, seconded, roll call vote 7-0 #schcom0209 Moving to discussion only items
- https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/reopening_schools_status_update_feb_9_2020-2021.pdf
- Franklin now in yellow, #schcom0209 concerned with attendance patterns at FHS, those not going in with cohort are putting others who'd prefer to be there frustrated. $475K for COVID funding, 6 weeks of pilot pool testing Bandwidth increased to 10GB. Letter 2 Gov Baker ...
- To advocate for teacher vaccinations change in priority. #schcom0209 Q when do we think full in person? Awaiting new guidance from CDC and DESE to update in re: transportation, fall at this time maybe spring, but pool testing needed still in planning process
- Closer now with pool testing close but details need to be worked. #schcom0209 combined with vaccinations could bring back in spring sometime.
- Selected slides from presentation, not yet posted to schools page (but will be) #schcom0209
- More slides #schcom0209
- #schcom0209 concerned about administration logistics with the pool testing, preK-1 would have adult do testing, 2-12 would self administer under observation. 6' is still a barrier to bring students into school. Additional PPE and staffing a concern; volume a concern too
- Q on if we don't get much more than the 50% family participation, is that going to affect the educators position in regards to safety? Need to out more pressure on Gov Baker to adjust the priority for teachers #schcom0209 Q who will do transportation to the lab? Details ...
- Still being worked in the logistics planning. Site based leader to coordinate, plan not shared as details not shared as not all conversations have been had yet meeting Weds to continue, #schcom0209 Q have we started plan for teacher vaccinations?
- Hearing that it may not be in our preview, may be decided by the State and their rollout plans. #schcom0209 we have capacity here and could do it, just need the supply. Maybe more like 1700 tests/week (still a lot of samples).
- #schcom0209 recommendation for a communications task force/steering committee or ? something to ensure appropriate stakeholders are involved and all parties are given updates regularly. Now opening for public comments.
- 1- Q on UV upgrade and parts backordered, what's status? 2 - Disappointed that comments were listened to before decision and vote made. 3 - should have addressed timing better for the DT decision, I don't know of a plan yet as a staff member. #schcom0209
- 4 - Q what are you going to do to transition in a positive way? No plan yet. We're promised monthly updates and there were 2, wasn't two way communications. Stop talking at us, talk with us, these are our kids. #schcom0209
- March 3 budget Subcommittee meeting, forum on Mar 2, #schcom0209 policy meeting Feb 25, SWAC met this morning new webpage up. Nutrition resources, new bee hive coming next meeting Mar 16.
- Next meeting, #schcom9209. Budget coming March 9 Consent agenda motion to approve, second, via roll call passes 7-0 Motion to adjourn, second vote via roll call passes 7-0 Catch you all next time!
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School Committee votes to close Davis Thayer (without allowing public comment) and hears about pool testing |
Sunday, January 24, 2021
Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting - Agenda - Jan 26, 2021
A. Review of Agenda
B. Citizen’s Comments
"In the spirit of open communication, “the Committee will hold a public participation segment (also called Citizen’s Comments) about matters not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made…. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment…. The Committee will hear public comments related to an agenda item when the Chair deems appropriate during the Committee meeting. Topics for discussion during the meeting must be limited to those items listed on the Committee meeting agenda for that evening…. ” - from Policy BEDHC. FHS Student Representative Comments
D. Superintendent’s Report
A. HMMS School Highlight -- Ms. Rebecca Motte and Mr. Craig Williams
B. FHS Program of Study Update – Josh Hanna, Principal FHS
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/prog-studies-21-22
A. 2021-2022 School Calendar
I recommend approval of the 2021-2022 School Calendar as discussed.
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/disc-action-21-22-calendar
A. Reopening Status Update (January 22, 2021)
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/reopening-status-update-12221
A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Ad Hoc Supt. Evaluation, Ad Hoc Facilities Analysis, Budget, Community Relations/Public Schools Advocacy, Policy, Transportation)
B. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC, Substance Abuse Task Force, School Wellness Advisory Council, Franklin Racial & Social Justice Task Force)
A. To discuss any future agenda items
A. Approval of Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from the January 12, 2021 School Committee meeting as detailed.
B. Transfers
I recommend approval of the budget transfers as detailed.
C. Remington Middle School Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,324.00 from Read-A-Thon for in-house enrichment at Remington Middle School as detailed. https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/consent-c-rms
D. Parmenter Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,327.97 from the Parmenter PCC for supplemental supplies as detailed. https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/consent-d-parm-0
IX. Payroll Ms. Pond-Pfeffer
A) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A §21(a)(2) to conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel.
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Jan 20, 2021
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
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.
2. CITIZEN COMMENTS
Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to five 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
a. December 2, 2020
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
a. Bill Murphy
5. APPOINTMENTS
None Scheduled
6. HEARINGS - 7:10pm
a. PH Franklin d/b/a Public House - New All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License, 480 Franklin Village Drive, Franklin MA 02038
b. Street Acceptances - Crystal Drive, Woodhaven Drive, Dena Drive, Skyline Drive, Charles Drive, Baron Road, Cobblestone Drive, and Woodstock Circle
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
PH Franklin d/b/a Public House - 480 Franklin Village Drive, Franklin MA 02038, New All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
None Scheduled
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
- a. Capital Budget Subcommitte
- b. Budget Subcommittee
- c. Economic Development Subcommittee
- d. Town Administrator Evaluation Ad Hoc Subcommittee Report
- e. Stormwater Ad Hoc Committee Report
10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 21-07: Order of Acceptance of Baron Road, Cobblestone Drive and Woodstock Circle as Public Ways and Related Drainage Easements (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-07 - Majority Vote)
10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 21-08: Order of Acceptance or Crystal Drive, Woodhaven Drive, and Dena Drive as Public Ways, and Lot 21, Detention Area Lot (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-08 - Majority Vote)
10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 21-865: Chapter 153, Stormwater Management Article I, General Provisions - First Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 21-865 to a second reading - Majority Roll Call Vote)
10e. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 21-866: Chapter 153, Stormwater Management Article II, Soil Erosion and Sediment Control - First Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 21-866 to a second reading - Majority Roll Call Vote)
10f. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 21-867: Chapter 153, Stormwater Management Article III, Post Construction Stormwater Management - First Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 21-867 to a second reading - Majority Roll Call Vote)
10g. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 21-868: Chapter 185, Zoning Article V, Special Regulations - Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Bylaw Amendment 21-868 to the Planning Board - Majority Roll Call Vote)
11. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
COVID-19 Update
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION
None Scheduled
ADJOURN
Note:
Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes
Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting
Agenda doc (PDF) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/agendas/01-20-2021_town_council_agenda.pdf
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Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Jan 20, 2021 |