Town of Franklin: Finance Committee - Agenda - June 15, 2022

Finance Committee Meeting

Agenda & Meeting Packet

Wednesday, June 15, 2022 - 6:30 PM

Agenda

1. Call to Order

2. Public Comments

3. Approval of Minutes

a. May 9, 2022

b. May 11, 2022

c. May 12, 2022

4. Community Preservation Act:

a. CPA Master Plan Version 2

i. Resolution 22-36: FY23 CPA Reservations (Budget)

ii. Resolution 22-37: FY23 CPC Appropriation of Capital Funds (Project Recommendations)

iii. Resolution 22-38: CPC Appropriation of Funds - Debt Service Maple Hill Land

5. Stabilization Fund Balances - 3 Year Comparison

6. Future Agenda Items

7. Reorganization for July 1st, 2022

8. Adjourn

Agenda doc contains remote connection information

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/06-15-2022_finance_committee_agenda.pdf

Town of Franklin: Finance Committee - Agenda - June 15, 2022

FHS Students - Project Rain Check deadline extended to May 16

"FHS! We have extended the submission deadline for Project Rain Check to Monday, May 16 at 4 PM!  

Learn more and make your submission here: http://bit.ly/3MsCVBD"

Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/FranklinHS/status/1524040482875133955 

FHS Students - Project Rain Check deadline extended to May 16

FORWARD Bill - Projects by Municipality -> Franklin slated for $681K in ARPA grants

FORWARD Bill - Projects by Municipality Executive Office for Administration and Finance Last week, Governor Baker filed House bill 4720, An Act investing in Future Opportunities for Resiliency, Workforce, and Revitalized Downtowns (FORWARD). The legislation includes $2.3 billion in funding from the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and over $1.256 billion in capital bond authorizations to strengthen state infrastructure, create jobs, and invest in municipalities across the Commonwealth.   The FORWARD bill will make investments in all 351 cities and towns in the Commonwealth. Please click here to find a detailed list of the statewide and local projects included in the FORWARD legislation, organized by municipality.   It includes hundreds of projects identified by communities or stakeholders, usually through existing popular programs like MassWorks, that are deliverable within the tight timeframe required by federal ARPA regulations. ARPA funding must be authorized by 2024 and fully expended by 2026.    NOTE: If your community has a project listed from the last round of the Community One Stop for Growth and that project remains a priority for your city or town, please proceed with submitting a One Stop application for this project in the current FY23 One Stop round. Until the legislation is passed, funding for these projects is not guaranteed and submitting a One Stop application would ensure that the project is reviewed and considered for funding through the normal, competitive application process.                For a detailed overview of all the programmatic authorizations in the bill, please click here.

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The Franklin section as an image is shown below as copied from https://www.mass.gov/doc/arpa-investments-by-community-v20/download 

The $220K MassWorks grant was confirmed previously. I don't recall hearing the other two grants as confirmed.

Franklin slated for $681K in ARPA grants

FORWARD Bill - Projects by Municipality

DLS Seeking Project Manager

DLS Financial Management Resource Bureau Seeks Project Manager   DLS is seeking qualified candidates for a Project Manager position within our Financial Management Resources Bureau. The Project Manager promotes best practices in municipal finance by providing consulting services to cities and towns across Massachusetts. To encourage efficient and effective municipal financial management, this individual works collaboratively with team members; conducts in-depth interviews with local officials and employees; analyzes complex data and information; prepares guidance on municipal finance policies and procedures; writes comprehensive reports; and provides technical assistance and training. In addition to being familiar with the workings of local government, the successful candidate will be a strong writer, analyst, and public speaker with excellent attention to detail. Experience in a municipal finance role is highly desirable. This is a telework position with periodic travel.   To review a complete job description and apply for the position, please click here.

Veterans History Project Hosts Panel on Post-Traumatic Stress and Music

Veterans History Project Hosts Panel on Post-Traumatic Stress and Healing Power of Music The Library of Congress Veterans History Project (VHP) will observe Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month with a panel discussion on Wednesday, June 23, as part of a virtual program titled "Post Traumatic Stress & Music: The Healing Power of Song." The discussion will debut at 8 PM ET through the Veterans History Project Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/vetshistoryproject) where panelists and a moderator will be available to answer questions and address remarks in the comments section. Click here for more information. (https://www.loc.gov/item/prn-21-031/veterans-history-project-hosts-june-panel-on-post-traumatic-stress-and-the-healing-power-of-song/2021-06-16/)

Franklin (1) in the news for the UVGA lamps, (2) could we consider Amherst's example to help with engagement?

From the Mass Municipal Association (MMA) we find to share:

1 - "Franklin installs ultraviolet lamps to destroy coronaviruses"

"Using technology both visible and hidden, the town of Franklin has improved the air quality in its municipal and school buildings and reduced the chances of people catching COVID-19."

Continue reading online -> https://www.mma.org/franklin-installs-ultraviolet-lamps-to-destroy-coronaviruses/

2 - "Amherst launches online engagement platform"

"The town of Amherst has developed a new prong in its online engagement strategy with the launch of a new interactive platform, Engage Amherst.

The March launch comes a year after the COVID-19 pandemic forced cities and towns across the state to pivot from in-person meetings and hearings to remote, online engagement with residents."

Continue reading online -> https://www.mma.org/amherst-launches-online-engagement-platform/

Projects underway out and around Franklin

In no particular order these are photos and links to the Planning Board documents for the approved projects underway in and around Franklin.

Amego on Washington St 
https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/pages/washington-street-amego-inc

Amego on Washington St

Bus facility on Panther Way

https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/pages/panther-way

Bus facility on Panther Way

Mixed use development (residential, retails, coffee shop) 340 East Central St (Rt 140)

https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/pages/340-east-central-street-mixed-use

 340 East Central St

Mixed use development (residential, retails, coffee shop)

On Sunday's walk, the auto dealer building is half gone

What was proposed as Fairfield Residences on Dean Ave (now Station 117)  https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/pages/dean-ave-fairfield-residents

Fairfield Residences on Dean Ave (now Station 117)

I have written in other places about my 'following the money' by focusing on the Finance Committee, the School Committee and the Town Council. In so doing, I do acknowledge leaving the whole "planning process" (Planning Board, Design Review, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Conservation Commission) out of the coverage. Frankly, I have only so much time. Someday, maybe if the 'cloning thing' works, I can do both. In the meantime, I'll repeat the offer:

If you have interest in reporting on any one (or more) of the planning process meetings, I'll gladly help you get set up. You do need the interest and a basic capability to write what you hear about and see. It does take time but does provide its rewards. 

PS - If I missed a project that you have a question about, let me know.

CommonWealth Magazine: "With ‘cliff’ looming, T stalls for time"

"MBTA officials are planning to put off the release of a new, five-year capital plan until June 2022, a move that reflects the financial uncertainty caused by the coronavirus and also the political calculus of a governor running out of funding options for the T’s ambitious capital spending program.

 It may sound like a minor issue, but good government types recommend setting out capital spending targets in five-year increments. The Government Finance Officers Association says a multi-year plan is the best way to ensure proper development and management of capital assets and send a message to contractors that the money for projects is in the pipeline. “A capital plan should cover a period of at least three years, preferably five or more,” the association says."

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/the-download/with-cliff-looming-t-stalls-for-time-2/

Learn more about the MBTA's capital projects https://www.mbta.com/projects/building-better-t-2020

tree clearing along the Franklin Line to prepare for the PTC improvements

Pantherbook: "DECA Engages Future Business Leaders from Home"

From Pantherbook we share the following:  

"Are you interested in business? Want to be an entrepreneur? Do you just want to try something new? Then DECA is just right for you! 

What is DECA? 

DECA stands for Distributive Education Clubs of America. It’s an organization that helps students enter the world of business and get to know more about it. Franklin’s DECA organization appeals to anybody who is interested in any field of business. In DECA, students either create a written project or compete in a role play. Both events require persistence and hard work. The topics for these projects vary from Finance to Entrepreneurship to Sports and Entertainment and more.

“It is not an easy club, but if you put in the effort, then you will succeed and have fun as well!” said Mr. Carmo. Mr. Carmo teaches business and other subjects at FHS and runs DECA as well. "

Continue reading the article on Pantherbook

https://franklinpanthers.us/clubs-activities/2020/10/11/deca-engages-future-business-leaders-from-home/

DECA States 2020 (pantherbook image)

Commonwealth Magazine: "Pollack accepts upgraded at-grade throat proposal"

From CommonWealth Magazine we share an article of interest for Franklin:

"STATE TRANSPORTATION Secretary Stephanie Pollack embraced a new all at-grade proposal for the so-called throat section of the I-90 Allston interchange that locates a bike and pedestrian path and a tiny portion of Soldiers Field Road in the Charles River.

The latest at-grade proposal, backed by the city of Boston and the business group A Better City, cleared a major hurdle when Pollack approved it as one of three alternatives to be reviewed by state and federal regulators. One of the three alternatives will be selected as the preferred alternative in the coming weeks.

Backers of the at-grade approach say momentum is building for their design, largely because it doesn’t erect an elevated highway as a wall between BU and the river and provides a large bike and pedestrian path and a refurbished river bank.

“Both A Better City and the city of Boston see this as a victory,” said Rick Dimino, the president and CEO of A Better City. “We see no reason why it shouldn’t move forward as the preferred alternative.”

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/transportation/pollack-accepts-upgraded-at-grade-throat-proposal/

 

Visit Mass DOT for additional info on the i90 Allston project  

https://www.mass.gov/allston-multimodal-project  or this update

https://www.mass.gov/service-details/recent-developments-and-next-steps-for-the-allston-multimodal-project

 

 

Picture shows elevated Massachusetts Turnpike between BU and Charles River with Soldiers Field Road at grade. (via Commonwealth Magazine)

New water treatment plant for Wells 3 & 6 under construction

"The new Water Treatment Plant and reconstruction of two wells to provide cleaner and better water to residents and businesses is coming along great! The steel shell is up. Project is currently on time and on budget! Thanks Franklin DPW and the entire staff for gettin’ it done!"

New water treatment plant for Wells 3 & 6 under construction

Franklin radar picked up via Twitter
https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1281617511465791489?s=09

Other DPW projects underway at this time are shared in this Facebook post:



For additional info on the overall water supply status, if you haven't listened to the Town Council discussion on water rates, this segment of the meeting is available and provides a bunch of info
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/06/fm-308-water-rate-and-conservation.html

South Station Air Rights Project - Construction Anticipated to Restart on May 18

• South Station Air Rights Project

Work on the South Station Air Rights Project is planned to resume on May 18. Once the schedule impacts of the COVID-19 delays can be determined, a new construction timeline will be established.

Please note that Suffolk Construction, the contractor for the South Station Air Rights Project, and its subcontractors will be maintaining full compliance with the City of Boston’s COVID-19 Safety Policies to ensure the safety of not only work crews but members of the traveling public.

• New Construction Zone to be Established

Beginning on May 18, Suffolk Construction will begin establishing a construction zone adjacent to Track 13. The contractor recently installed a new sidewalk for pedestrians to access the train platforms directly from Dorchester Avenue, providing a more direct connection for those rail passengers looking to access the Fort Point Channel area.

If you are a passenger who will be using the sidewalk from Dorchester Avenue to the rail platform, you will need to use the newly painted crosswalk to enter the station (near the end of Tracks 11 and 12). Beginning Monday, May 25, passengers will no longer have direct access to Track 13 from the alley between South Station and the Post Office, as this will be part of the construction zone.


The newsletter was shortened for publication here. To view the ful contents
https://mailchi.mp/89560e626169/south-station-air-rights-project-open-house-on-january-6442724?e=3a8a5c15a9 

South Station Air Rights Project - Construction Anticipated to Restart on May 18

"Community Arts will be adding another layer"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"You won’t need 20/20 vision to see the artistry of Franklin next year when the town launches its first visual art installation project, painting its town buildings with collaborative art pieces created by residents of all ages. 

The end product – which will be a surprise up until it’s mounted – will reflect the culture and character of Franklin, said Anne Marie Tracey, Marketing and Communications Specialist at Franklin Public Schools (FHS) and the town of Franklin. 

Late last week, the town of Franklin announced the project – called Franklin Community Arts – with the goal to permanently display at least five pieces of collaborative artwork around in town buildings, like the Town Hall, library, and the Senior Center, said Tracey. Each two-dimensional painting or mixed-media piece will involve 32 to 40 participants, and once combined, mounted and framed, the final image will result in a large-scale visual piece with the subject matter relating to Franklin and/or its artists. 

Each project will require two workshops to complete, said Tracey. The first workshops are scheduled in January and will be geared towards children ages 10-14. The workshops are free and are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Another set of workshops will be scheduled for late February/early March and will involve a different age group of artists working on another collaborative piece for display in a different location, she said, the trend continuing with each piece."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20191225/visual-arts-installation-project-coming-next-year-to-franklin

https://franklinrecreation.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcs

Step by step process for the website navigation:

Step by step process for the website navigation

https://www.franklinma.gov/home/pages/franklin-community-arts-project

Franklin Community Arts Project - first workshops for children ages 10 - 14

Franklin Community Arts Project

The Town of Franklin is excited to share a new visual arts installation project, Franklin Community Arts. Our first workshops are scheduled in January!

Community Arts is a town-wide visual art installation project, with the goal of displaying collaborative visual projects throughout the Town of Franklin. These projects will be created by our community, art for us, by us. All ages will contribute to these projects over the course of the program, with different opportunities for involvement being made available for each creative piece.

These projects will be put on permanent display in our Town buildings and listed, along with a description of the artists and the story behind the final image, as part of the Community Arts Tour of Franklin.

The Process:
Each piece will be created during Community Arts Workshops offered at different locations and to different groups. Each piece will involve artistic contributions from 32 - 40 participants. The pieces will be two-dimensional paintings/mixed media pieces. Once combined, mounted and framed, the final image will result in a large scale piece, with the subject matter having a direct connection to Franklin and/or its location/artists. Since each piece is collaborative, the final image will be a surprise, even to the artists who work to create it! Each piece will be unveiled once installed and all artists and the community will be invited to the event.

The Purpose:
The long-term goal of Community Arts is to contribute to the culture of our Town by working together to celebrate the arts and what makes our community special and unique. We are engaging our community in the process and inviting them to join us in celebrating and beautifying our town.

A Franklin Community Arts Tour Guide (both online and by pamphlet) will be created to show our residents and town visitors where to find these pieces, as well as a description of each, the artists involved and the story behind the image. The Franklin Community Arts Project aims to create talking points, build excitement towards the next addition, foster community pride and engage visitors in our public facilities.

The first two workshops are for children ages 10 - 14. Additional age ranges will be the focus of future workshops.

February workshops coming soon!

https://franklinrecreation.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcs

Step by step process for the website navigation:

Step by step process for the website navigation

https://www.franklinma.gov/home/pages/franklin-community-arts-project

725 Union St - Home 2 Suites by Hilton

Now that the Chateau Restaurant is open, folks have noticed construction in the lot next to them. What is it going to be? Another hotel. 

construction underway at 725 Union St

This one per the site plans (see links below) a "Home 2" suite style hotel by Hilton.   https://www.hilton.com/en/home2/

original plan
https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/files/hotel-site-plans
 
revised plan (1/14/19)
https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/files/725-union-street-revised-11419

application
https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/files/725-union-street-application
 
color rendering
https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/files/hotel-color-rendering
 

All links from the Planning Board page for Approved Projects
https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/pages/projects

725 Union St - Home 2 Suites by Hilton

 

Two key MBTA projects delayed with commuter rail impact

On the MBTA front, there are two reports with delays in projects

"The MBTA’s $700 million effort to convert to all-electronic fare collection is behind schedule, a blow to a high-profile project that the agency has cast as a near silver-bullet solution to many of its service problems and pricing limitations. 

Officials declined to specify how long it will now take to implement the fare system, originally scheduled for completion in 2021, nor are they saying exactly what has gone wrong. But the delays apparently involve technology issues with the T’s vendor, as well as difficult policy decisions, such as how to conduct random fare checks that the new system will require."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2019/05/03/key-mbta-fare-system-delayed/MLo5h5jRYQROLxyhhPypFP/story.html

And earlier last week, there was also a delay announced with the implementation of the new PTC system.

"Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority officials are worried the agency will miss a key deadline to install a federally required safety system on the commuter rail, with testing of the long-planned system delayed by an equipment issue. 

The new positive train control system, known as PTC, uses a high-tech network to ensure trains don’t collide. The $459 million project was supposed to be fully installed and operational by the end of next year, but hardware and software problems could threaten that timeline, officials told the MBTA’s governing board Monday. 

The key problem is faulty equipment, built by the international conglomerate Siemens, a subcontractor on the project, that is designed to relay information about train locations and speeds."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2019/04/29/equipment-problems-hampering-key-safety-project-mbta-commuter-rail/kVFOmAsBpODDQosSiLZ6mL/story.html


How does the automated fare collection system work for commuter rail?

"on the commuter rail, passengers would tap into the system before they board trains and tap out when they reach their destination, so the T can calculate the distance-based fares."

https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2017/11/19/the-mbta-has-million-plan-change-way-you-pay-for-rides/f1QQZDfPHnozcyBGyHSWPI/story.html?p1=Article_Inline_Text_Link

Two key MBTA projects delayed

On this date: Mar 8, 2013: Downtown Project finally getting to bid

Stepping back into the archives for March 8, 2013 we find that the Downtown Project is about to go to bid in the fall. Yes, hard to believe is has already re-routed traffic for a couple of years now. It took a while to prepare for and really didn't take that long to complete once it started.

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The Downtown Project is making some planning progress as reported in the Milford Daily News:

"Almost ten years in the making, the project aims to bring business back to the heart of town, in part through several cosmetic and safety improvements. 

Construction — slated to begin next fall after the project goes out to bid in August — will include: converting one-way traffic on Main Street and West Central Street to two-way; fixing roadways and sidewalks; upgrading lighting; and installing interconnected traffic signals and calming devices. 

With a total length of more than a mile, the work, the bulk of which should wrap up in the spring of 2014, will encompass a large swath of the downtown."

Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x1433793532/Franklin-plans-for-downtown-improvement-project#ixzz2MwW3XNm8

Additional information on the project can be found on the Downtown Partnership webpage
http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/p/downtown-project.html

The post from March 8, 2013
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/03/how-construction-would-affect-businesses.html

updated lane markings were part of the Downtown Project finish work

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School: Grade Eight Students Complete Capstone Projects

Congratulations to the 43 members of the Grade Eight class at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School that presented their Capstone Presentations on January 24 and 25.

Beginning in seventh grade, students develop, plan and initiate a self-designed, service-learning project. During their eighth grade year, students complete their project and present their work to a faculty panel and wider school community at the capstone assembly. 

Students receive guidance through this process as part of our advising program, however complete the project outside of school and requires parental help and support every step of the way.

“Capstone best exemplifies the mission of our school, the pillars of our school. The Capstone project isn’t possible without all four of those pillars working together.

Without all your experience with community service, you would not know how a student can make a difference in their world. Without a rigorous classical education you would not have the skills to meet people, write letters, to interact with people and actually conduct this hard and interesting service project.

Without character education you wouldn’t have the empathy and understanding to identify the needs, or the social skills to do some of the work that you’ve done.

Lastly, our fourth pillar, parents are a big part of this too. They instilled the values and the trust in you that we’ve tried to continue as a school. Their support of this project, and those other three pillars has brought you here today.

What you have achieved here as individuals has ripples for our school, positive repercussions for the lives of those you’ve worked with that will carry on and be your legacy for a very long time.” – Joe Perna, BFCCPS Head of School

Student projects included work with local veteran’s organizations, food pantries, homeless shelters, and animal shelters. Students also raised awareness for issues such as plastic pollution, access to clean drinking water, children’s literacy and food allergies and much more.

One student student worked with the Norfolk County Bee Keeper’s association and became a beekeeper; he will maintain a hive on behalf of BFCCPS in an effort to promote the importance of protecting honeybees!


With the support of their advisers, fellow classmates and of course their parents these students presented a four to five minute speech to an audience of over 200 guests! We are so incredibly proud of you all.

On Thursday we were joined by Mr. Tim Nicolette, Executive Director of the Mass Charter School Organization, State Representative Jeffrey Roy and Mr. Jamie Hellen Franklin Town Administrator

On Friday we were treated to a visit by BFCCPS Alumna Amanda Mullaney. Amanda graduated 8th grade at BFCCPS in 2007; she recently passed the Bar Exam and is now employed as an Assistant District Attorney for the Norfolk County District Attorney's Office.

It was so inspiring to hear Amanda speak about the love and satisfaction we all can can get from helping other people and serving our community. What an exceptional role model for our Grade Eight students.

Learn more about the BFCCPS Capstone Project on our website here: http://bfccps.org/community-service/capstone/

Photo galleries from the each day are linked here: 
Capstone Presentations: Day One  https://photos.app.goo.gl/hiGUivyh4paWdbHQ8
Capstone Presentations: Day Two  https://photos.app.goo.gl/fpdvZd3bWKy8UvWy9

Eagle Scout Project: Indian Rock trail clearing and kiosk construction

Eagle Scout Project

for

Ian Arnold

Saturday, November 5th

8:30am-2:30pm

Raindate: Sunday, November 6th

Project: Indian Rock trail clearing and kiosk construction

What to Wear: Class B shirt, long pants, troop hat, and work boots

What to Bring: Gloves, water bottle, loppers, clippers, bow saw, weed whacker,
gas powered leaf blowers, shovels, metal rakes, leaf rakes

Directions:

1. Route 140 heading towards Wrentham
2. Left on Chestnut Street
3. Right on Jordan Road
4. Left on Indian Lane
5. Left on King Philip Road
6. Drive to end of cul-de-sac

Lunch will be provided.
Please RSVP to Ian Arnold at: ianmarnoldis@gmail.com

Boy Scout Troop 126, Franklin

What Has The Franklin Downtown Partnership Been Doing For 15 Years?

You've visited, walked by or driven past these places and things for years, yet have you ever stopped to think how they came to be? 

Here are some of the projects and events the Franklin Downtown Partnership has created or been involved with since 2001:

1 - The multi-year $7.25 million Streetscape Improvement Project 

2 - The Franklin Commons Development

3 - The Cake Bar patio on East Central Street

4 - The Summer Street patio area and green space

5 - The green space sitting area on West Central Street

6 - The design of the green space in front of the Historical Museum

7 - The bronze statue of the straw hat boy in front of the Historical Museum

8 - The park benches in downtown

9 - The downtown changeable gateway signs

10 - The new trash and recycling barrels

11 - The downtown holiday decorations and lights 

12 - Beautification and flowers throughout the downtown

13 - The launch and early management of the Farmers’ Market

14 - The Food Elves “12 Days of Donating” campaign

15 - The Franklin downtown map and brochure

16 - Emmons Street development property

17 - The 150 Emmons Street green space and Horace Mann Statue 

18 - Franklin High School scholarships

19 - On-going Economic Development 

20 - The Annual Strawberry Stroll

21 - The Annual October Stroll

22 - The Annual Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting

23 - Progressive Dinner and Third Thursday Events

24 - On-going community outreach and business support

25 - Won’t you join us this year for our next exciting downtown project?

• This was shared from the Franklin Downtown Partnership webpage

http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/2016/08/what-has-fdp-been-doing-for-15-years.html