Board of Health - Agenda for Meeting, Weds, Jan 3 at 5:00 PM

BOARD OF HEALTH AGENDA

January 3, 2024 - 5:00 PM

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

● Reading and acceptance December 6, 2023

NEW BUSINESS

● BOH Scheduled Meetings for 2024

● Humanitarian Crisis Update

● Reduced Oxygen Packaging Policy

● Topic of the month

● Metacomet shared service grant regional inspector report

● Metacomet shared service grant public health nurse report

● Metacomet shared service grant epidemiologist report

CITIZENS COMMENTARY

ADJOURNMENT

Agenda doc contains remote participation info ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/boh_agenda_1.3.24_-_google_docs.pdf

Board of Health - Agenda for Meeting, Weds, Jan 3 at 5:00 PM

Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for Meeting - January 3, 2024

FRANKLIN TOWN COUNCIL

Agenda & Meeting Packet

January 3, 2024 7:00 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 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. 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

6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 7:00 PM

a. New Section 12 Restaurant Common Victualer All Alcohol License and Approval of Lisa Ann Truax as the Manager - L Truax King Street Cafe Inc. d/b/a King Street Cafe, Located at 390 King Street  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/6a._king_st._cafe_-_legal_ad.pdf

i. See License Transactions #7a.

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS

a. New Section 12 Restaurant Common Victualer All Alcohol License and Approval of Lisa Ann Truax as the Manager - L Truax King Street Cafe Inc. d/b/a King Street Cafe, Located at 390 King Street  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/7a._license_transaction_-_king_st._cafe_new_section_12_all_alcohol_restaurant_1.pdf

8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION

a. Discussion: 2024-2025 Town Council & Town Administration Work Plan  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a._24-01_tc_and_ta_goals.pdf

i. See Legislation for Action #9b.

9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION

a. Bylaw Amendment 24-904: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, Fees, Municipal Service - First Reading

(Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 24-904 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote)  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9a._24-904_ambulance_fees.pdf

b. Resolution 24-01: Adoption of 2024-2025 Town Council and Town Administration Work Plan (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-01 - Majority Vote)  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9b._24-01_tc_ta_work_plan.pdf

c. Resolution 24-02: Acceptance of Parcel A, Drainage Lot, on Westerly Side of Maple Street (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-02 - Majority Vote)  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9c._24-02_drainage_lot_acceptance.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

a. Considering the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property, because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Public Body.

15. ADJOURN

Note: Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes

Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

The agenda doc contains supporting documentation as well as remote participation info ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/jan_3_2023_town_council_agenda.pdf

Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for Meeting - January 3, 2024

Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for December 20, 2023 meeting

Franklin Town Council

Agenda & Meeting Packet

December 20, 2023 - 7 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.

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

a. November 1, 2023  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/3a._november_1_2023_tc_meeting_minutes_-draft_for_review.pdf

b. November 15, 2023  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/3b._november_15_2023_tc_meeting_minutes_-draft_for_review.pdf

c. November 21, 2023  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/3c._november_21_2023_tc_meeting_minutes_-draft_for_review.pdf

4. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS

a. Proclamation: William “Ken” Norman

5. APPOINTMENTS - None Scheduled

6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 7:00 PM - None Scheduled

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS

a. 2024 Annual Alcohol License Renewals

i. See attached “2024 Town of Franklin Alcohol Licenses Renewals”  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/7a._license_renewals_2024.pdf

 

8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION - None Scheduled

9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION

a. Resolution 23-71: Town Council Approval of County ARPA Funds

(Motion to Approve Resolution 23-71 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9a._23-71_arpa_funds.pdf

b. Bylaw Amendment 23-902: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin by Inserting Chapter 147, Snow and Ice, Removal Of - Second Reading

(Motion to Approve Bylaw Amendment 23-902 - Majority Roll Call Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9b._23-902_snow_removal.pdf

c. Bylaw Amendment 23-903: A Bylaw to Amend the code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, Fees, Municipal Service - Second Reading

(Motion to Approve Bylaw Amendment 23-903 - Majority Roll Call Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9c._23-903_mattress_fee.pdf

d. Resolution 23-72: Davis-Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee Charge - Extension of Committee Terms and Deadline to Make Final Report

(Motion to Approve Resolution 23-72 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9d._23-72_davis_thayer_extension.pdf

e. Resolution 23-73: Revised 2024 Town Council Meeting Schedule

(Motion to Approve Resolution 23-73 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9e._23-73_-revised_2024_tc_schedule.pdf

f. Resolution 23-74: Receipts Reserved for Appropriation Transportation Network Companies (TNC) Ride Assessment Transfer and Appropriation

(Motion to Approve Resolution 23-74 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9f._23-74_-_tnc_ride_assessment_transfer_and_appropriation_1.pdf

g. Resolution 23-75: Gift Acceptance - Police Dept. ($5,000), Veterans’ Services Dept. ($3,145) & Senior Center ($200) (Motion to Approve Resolution 23-75 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9g._1_-_23-75-_gift_acceptance_-_pd_vets_sr._ctr._1.pdf

h. Resolution 23-76: Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per MGL Ch. 44,§53F3/4 (Motion to Approve Resolution 23-76 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9h._-_23-76_-_peg_comcast_verizon.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

Agenda doc also contains remote participation info ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_-_dec_20_2023.pdf

Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for December 20, 2023 meeting

Comprehensive Facilities Planning Subcommittee - agenda for Jan 3, 2024 meeting

Franklin Public Schools

Franklin School Committee

Comprehensive Facilities Planning Subcommittee

January 3, 2024 - 5:00 PM

Municipal Building 3rd Floor Training Room

1. McKibben Demographic Report

2. Vision RFP Outcomes

3. Facilities Analysis RFP Outcomes

4. Review of Timeline

The agenda doc contains remote participation info ->  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/comprehensive_facilities_planning_subcom-1_3_24.pdf

Comprehensive Facilities Planning Subcommittee - agenda for Jan 3, 2024 meeting

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Meeting Dec 12, 2023

Franklin School Committee

December 12, 2023 - 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers

Call to Order       Mr. Callaghan

Pledge of Allegiance

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills Mr. Callaghan

C. Payroll Mr. McNeill

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. FHS Cheerleaders – State Champions!

B. Food Services Highlights

C. Lifelong Learning Presentation

D. Snow Presentation

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. none

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. none

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes from your November 28, 2023 School

Committee meeting as detailed.

B. Oak St. Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $4,300.00 from the Oak St. PCC for field

trips as detailed.

C. 40% Club - Student Activity Account

I recommend creating a student Activity Account for the 40% Club at FHS.

D. Recurring Vet’s Auditorium Field Trip - Parmenter/JFK

I recommend approval of the request of Mary MacMurray to take music students

to the Veteran’s Auditorium, Providence, RI, on May 23 (Parmenter) and May 24

(JFK), 2024 to see a concert and perform with the musicians as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order

VIII. Citizen’s Comments

IX. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

X. Adjournment

Agenda doc (also contains remote participation info)

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_12-12-23.pdf

Meeting packet folder ->  https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/december-12-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Meeting Dec 12, 2023

Franklin, MA: Board of Health meeting scheduled for 5 PM, Wednesday, Dec 6

BOARD OF HEALTH AGENDA

December 6, 2023 - 5 PM

The Board of Health will be conducting the Board of Health meeting at 355 East Central St, Conference Room, 3rd floor at 5:00 p.m. The Public has the option of attending the meeting live at the Town Hall or dial into the meeting using the provided phone number (Cell phone or Landline Required) OR citizens can participate by copying the link (Phone, Computer, or Tablet required).

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

• Reading and acceptance November 1, 2023 draft meeting minutes

NEW BUSINESS

• Reorganization - Board of Health members

• Discussion on the Bylaw to amend the code for the Town of Franklin, Chapter 139, Sewers

• Local upgrade approval for 6 Bunny Drive - increase in the maximum allowed cover over System Components

• Metacomet shared service grant regional inspector rep01t

• Metacomet shared service grant public health nurse rep01t

• Metacomet shared service grant epidemiologist report

CITIZENS COMMENTARY

ADJOURNMENT

Agenda doc contains remote participation info ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/boh_agenda_and_packet_12.6.23.pdf

Franklin, MA: Board of Health meeting scheduled for 5 PM, Wednesday, Dec 6

Davis-Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee - Agenda for Nov 28 at 7 PM

Davis-Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee

Agenda & Meeting Packet

November 28, 2023 - 7:00 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building

3rd floor, Training Room

355 East Central Street

Agenda:

1. Town Administrator Updates

• a. Expression of Interest
• b. Appraisal
• c. Kaestle Boos Study

2. Continued discussion of potential future uses and Open Houses

 

The agenda doc has the remote participation info ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/_2023-11-28_davis-thayer_reuse_agenda_.pdf

The Artsy Box creation by Molly Dee brightens up the corner near Davis Thayer

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Meeting Tuesday, Nov 28, 2023

Franklin School Committee 

November 28, 2023 - 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers

Call to Order Mr. Callaghan

Pledge of Allegiance 

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills Mr. Callaghan

C. Payroll Mr. McNeill

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. Parmenter Elementary School Highlights Presentation

B. FHS National Art Honor Society Trip Proposal

C. District Assessment Presentation

III. Discussion/Action Items

A.   FHS National Art Honor Society Trip Proposal

I recommend approval of the request of Diane Plouffe and Amy Edson to take Art students to the MassMoca (Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and the Clark Museum in North Adams, MA from March 15-16, 2024 as presented.

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. none

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes from the November 14, 2023 School Committee meeting as detailed.

B. Keller Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $2609.86 from O’Connor Studios for in house enrichment at Keller Elementary as detailed.

C. FHS Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $356.67 from Ohiopyle Prints for Supplemental Supplies for FHS as detailed.

VII. Citizen’s Comments

VIII. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

IX. Adjournment

Agenda doc ->  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_-11-28-23_.pdf

Meeting Packet folder -> 

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/november-28-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet

School Committee - Agenda for Meeting Tuesday, Nov 28, 2023

Master Plan Update Committee & Subcommittee schedules for week of 11/27 - 11/30

Monday, November 27, 2023 - 7:00pm

• Land Use and Zoning Subcommittee

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/landusezoningagenda_-_2023-11-27.pdf

Tuesday, November 28, 2023 - 7:00pm

• OSRP and NCHR Subcommittee

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/osrp_and_nchr_subcommittee_agenda_-_november_28th_2023.pdf

Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - 5:00pm

• Community Services, Facilities & Circulation (CSFC) Subcommittee

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/csfc_subcommittee_agenda_-_november_29th_2023.pdf

 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - 6:30pm

• Master Plan Update Committee

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-november_29_2023.pdf

Link to the Master Plan Update Committee page ->     https://www.franklinma.gov/master-plan-update-committee

Master Plan Update Committee & Subcommittee schedules for week of 11/27 - 11/30

Franklin, MA Town Council schedules tax rate public hearing - Nov 21 at 6 PM

FRANKLIN TOWN COUNCIL

Agenda & Meeting Packet

November 21, 2023 - 6:00 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 9 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others. 

b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.

c. Town sponsored event announcements

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. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 6:00 PM

a. Franklin Tax Classification Hearing

i. Legislation for Action Items: 4a, 4b, 4c, 4d, 4e

4. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION

a. Resolution 23-66: Tax Classification Residential Factor

(Motion to Approve Resolution 23-66 - Majority Vote)

b. Resolution 23-67: Tax Classification Open Space Exemption

(Motion to Approve Resolution 23-67 - Majority Vote)

c. Resolution 23-68: Tax Classification Small Business Exemption

(Motion to Approve Resolution 23-68 - Majority Vote)

d. Resolution 23-69: Tax Classification Residential Property Exemption

(Motion to Approve Resolution 23-69 - Majority Vote)

e. Resolution 23-70: Tax Classification Senior Means Tested Exemption

(Motion to Approve Resolution 23-70 - Majority Vote)

5. ADJOURN

Note: 

Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes

Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/november_21_2023_town_council_tax_hearing_agenda.pdf

Franklin, MA Town Council schedules tax rate public hearing - Nov 21 at 6 PM

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Nov 14, 2023 meeting

Franklin School Committee

November 14, 2023 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers

Call to Order            Mr. Giguere

Organizational Meeting

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair

Pledge of Allegiance

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills TBD

C. Payroll TBD

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. FHS Highlights

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. Policy 2nd Reading/Adoption

I recommend adoption of the following policies as discussed:

HA – Negotiations Goals

HB – Negotiations Legal Status

HF – SC Negotiating Agents  

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_a_-_policy_2nd_read-adoption_3.pdf

B. Boys Varsity Lacrosse Trip

I recommend approval of the request of Lou Verrochi, Chris Baker & Kevin McCarthy to take the Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team to Long Island, NY on April 15-17, 2024 to participate in 3 Lacrosse Games as detailed.  

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_b_-_lacrosse_trip.pdf

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. BICO Quarterly Report  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/bico-quarterly_report_-_september_2023.pdf

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes of the October 24, 2023 meeting as detailed.

B. Parmenter Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $3571.70 from the Parmenter PCC for field trips as detailed.

C. Music Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $1640.00 from Music Parents for in-house enrichment as detailed.

D. Keller Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $3499.10 from the Keller PCC for field trips as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order

VIII. Citizen’s Comments

IX. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

X. Adjournment

The agenda doc contains remote participation info ->  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_11-14-23.pdf

The meeting packet folder can be found ->

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/november-14-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Nov 14, 2023 meeting

Master Plan Update Committee scheduled to meet Wednesday, Nov 8 at 6:30 PM

Master Plan Committee

Agenda

November 8, 2023 - 6:30 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building

3rd Floor Training Room

355 East Central Street

Agenda

1. Meeting Minutes:

2. Subcommittee Updates

3. Update – Existing Conditions & Inventory (BETA/Barrett)

4. Finalize Survey

a. Deadline (30 days from launch)

b. Incentives/Raffle Prizes

5. Tabling and outreach for Survey

6. Story Map ideas

The agenda doc also contains remote participation info ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-november_8_2023.pdf 

Master Plan Update Committee scheduled to meet Wednesday, Nov 8 at 6:30 PM

Comprehensive Facilities Planning Subcommittee scheduled for Nov 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Franklin Public Schools

Franklin School Committee

Comprehensive Facilities Planning Subcommittee

November 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Municipal Building 3rd Floor Training Room

A G E N D A

"The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact, be discussed, and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law."

● Demographic Analysis - Update

● Facilities Assessment Request for Proposal - Update

● Educational Visioning Request for Proposal - Update

● Future Expectations for next term

Agenda doc ->   https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/comprehensive_facilities_planning_subcom-11_1_23.pdf

Note: second month where this meeting is scheduled for the same room, same time as the Board of Health. So if going in person, be aware of the conflict. If coming in remote, recognize the meeting might start late if the conflict is only resolved at the time of the meeting.

Comprehensive Facilities Planning Subcommittee scheduled for Nov 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Economic Development Subcommittee to discuss 40R - November 1, 2023 AT 5:30 PM

Economic Development Subcommittee

Agenda & Meeting Packet

November 1, 2023 - 5:30 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building

Council Chambers, 2nd Floor

355 East Central Street

Agenda:

1. Discussion: 40R  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/40r_overlay_dist_memo_and_bylaw.pdf

The agenda doc also includes remote participation info -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/_2023-11-01_edc_agenda_.pdf

In addition to the document included in the agenda, you can review the video presentation at the prior EDC meeting -> (skip to about 49 minutes to get the 40R segment)    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/10/economic-development-cmte-hears-about.html

And from the discussion in Dec 2022 ->    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/12/economic-development-plus-cmte-mtg.html

Economic Development Subcommittee to discuss 40R - November 1, 2023 AT 5:30 pm

Town of Franklin: Board of Health Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Nov 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM

BOARD OF HEALTH AGENDA

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 - 5 PM 

The Board of Health will be conducting the Board of Health meeting at 355 East Central St, Conference Room, 3rd floor at 5:00 PM. The Public has the option of attending the meeting live at the Town Hall or dial into the meeting using the provided phone number (Cell phone or Landline Required) OR citizens can participate by copying the link (Phone, Computer, or Tablet required).

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

● Reading and acceptance October 4, 2023 draft meeting minutes

NEW BUSINESS

● CHNA - Grant

● Status on Emergency Shelter

● Local Upgrade Approval - 20 Earls Way

● Metacomet shared service grant regional inspector report

● Metacomet shared service grant public health nurse report

● Metacomet shared service grant epidemiologist report

CITIZENS COMMENTARY

ADJOURNMENT

Agenda doc includes remote participation info ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/boh_agenda_11.1.23_-_google_docs.pdf

Town of Franklin: Board of Health Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Nov 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Franklin, MA: Agenda for Town Council meeting Nov 1, 2023 at 7 PM

FRANKLIN TOWN COUNCIL

Agenda & Meeting Packet

November 1, 2023 - 7:00 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 9 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

a. September 20, 2023  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/3a._september_20_2023_tc_meeting_minutes_-draft_for_review.pdf

b. October 11, 2023  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/3b._october_11_2023_tc_meeting_minutes_-draft_for_review.pdf

4. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS - None Scheduled.

5. APPOINTMENTS

a. 2023 Election Workers

i. See Exhibit 1 of Appointment Transaction in agenda packet for list of names  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/5a._appointments_-_election_workers.pdf

b. Conservation Commission

i. Roger Trahan  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/5b._con_com_appointment_roger_trahan.pdf

c. Fire Department - Swearing In of New Firefighters/Paramedics

i. Kenneth Cotnoir

ii. Douglas Jasper

iii. Christopher Rose

iv. Ovidiu Ticlea

6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 7:00 PM - None Scheduled.

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS - None Scheduled.

8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION

a. Town Charter Presentation - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator & Mark Cerel, Town Attorney  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a._charter_presentation.pdf

9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION - None Scheduled.

10. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

a. Migrant Housing Update

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

Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_-_nov_1_2023.pdf

ribbon cutting at Schmidt Farm to acknowledge the open space purchase with CPA funds

Franklin School Committee closes out this session on Tuesday, Oct 24 (video)

The Franklin School Committee met on Tuesday Oct 24, 2023 as scheduled. It was the final session of this term for the four members not returning.

The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yFyTANzPoY

Agenda doc-> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_10-24-23.pdf

Meeting packet folder -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/october-24-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet

Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting, Oct 24, 2023 at 7 PM