Showing posts with label public hearing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label public hearing. Show all posts

Friday, July 12, 2024

Master Plan Update Cmte conducts public hearing, gets feedback to consider (audio)

FM #1244 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1244 in the series. 


This session shares the Franklin (MA) Master Plan Update Committee Public Hearing held on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. 10 members participated, 9 in chambers, 1 remote (for a portion of session, she did join in person - Williams), 3 were absent (Gallagher, Hagen, Halligan).


Quick recap:

  • Overview presentation coordinate by Chair Jones, and each subcommittee chair, before getting into the public portion

  • Presentation doc was not included with the agenda very few (outside of the committee) likely had time to preview the goals before the session

  • Good input from the multiple commenters both in person and participating remotely

  • Next meeting for the committee scheduled for July 24 to incorporate the feedback from this session, and then begin work on the objectives (which have not yet been revealed) to assign them to responsible Town departments, etc.


The recording runs about 77 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1244-master-plan-update-cmte-public-hearing-07-10-24



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The Franklin TV video is available for replay ->  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qK0miWgTjaU 


Agenda doc  -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-_july_10_2024.docx.pdf    


Presentation doc ->  

https://www.franklinma.gov/master-plan-update-committee/files/draft-goals-presentation 


My notes in one PDF ->  

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nF1FzxJfke50IOjftj5Xqum8QFtSDozP/view?usp=drive_link 


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Master Plan Update Cmte conducts public hearing, gets feedback to consider (audio)
Master Plan Update Cmte conducts public hearing, gets feedback to consider (audio)

Thursday, July 11, 2024

Master Plan Update Cmte conducts public hearing, gets feedback to consider (video)

The Franklin Master Plan Update Committee conducted a public hearing on Wednesday, July 10. While they only shared the high level goals, the objectives that drive the goals were teased but not revealed, there were a number of worthy comments to add to the items under consideration.

The Franklin TV video can be found here -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qK0miWgTjaU


The presentation doc (note the doc differs slightly from that shared via the broadcast) -> https://www.franklinma.gov/master-plan-update-committee/files/draft-goals-presentation


Master Plan Update Cmte conducts public hearing, gets feedback to consider (video)
Master Plan Update Cmte conducts public hearing, gets feedback to consider (video)


Sunday, July 7, 2024

Master Plan - Agenda for July 10, 2024 Public Hearing at 6:30 PM

Town of Franklin
Master Plan Committee 
July 10, 2024 - 6:30 PM

Town Council Chambers - 2nd Floor

Agenda 
 1. Public Hearing Outreach - Draft Goals

Master Plan - Agenda for July 10, 2024 Public Hearing at 6:30 PM
Master Plan - Agenda for July 10, 2024 Public Hearing at 6:30 PM

Monday, July 1, 2024

Master Plan Update Committee schedules a Public Hearing for July 10, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Public Hearing for July 10, 2024
Public Hearing for July 10, 2024

The Master Plan Update Committee will be holding a public hearing on July 10, 2024.

The public hearing will take place at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall Council Chambers.



Shared from ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/master-plan-public-hearing-july-10-2024



Note: For those concerned about growth, traffic, etc. The goals and objectives will be released at this session for review and comments. These goals and objectives will determine what the Town of Franklin will do over the next 10 years to enhance life here.

Friday, June 14, 2024

Town of Franklin: Notice of Public Hearing - Transfer & Change of Location for 2 Licenses - June 26, 2024

The two public hearing are scheduled for the June 26, 2024 Town Council meeting.

I did stop by to check in with Ann Williams, Pour Richard's owner to find out the story. Due to life changes, she will be selling her business, and swapping licenses with BJ's. The new owner of Pour Richard's will have the license BJ's currently operates with (beer & wine). BJ's will end up with the current Pour Richard's license (all alcohol).
 


NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
FRANKLIN, MA

Transfer and Change of Location of a Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License From NDO Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Spirits
to Mormax Corporation d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club


The Franklin Town Council will hold a Public Hearing on an application by Mormax Corporation d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club, located at 100 Corporate Drive, Franklin, MA for a transfer to it of a Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License presently held by NDO Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Spirits and exercised by it at its place of business located at 835 West Central Street, Suite 2, and a relocation of said license to Mormax Corporation Inc. d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club’s place of business located at said 100 Corporate Drive.

This hearing will take place during the Town Council’s public meeting on June 26, 2024 beginning at 7:00 PM and will provide an opportunity for public input. Location: Municipal Building, 2nd floor Council Chambers, 355 E. Central St., Franklin and will also be available via the “ZOOM” platform. Residents can visit the Town website (Franklinma.gov) calendar on and after June 21, 2024 for updated meeting information. For questions, please call the Town Administrator’s Office at (508) 520-4949.

Submitted by,
Julie McCann
 
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
FRANKLIN, MA
 
Transfer and Change of Location and Pledge of Collateral of a Section 15 Wine and Malt Beverages Package Store License From Mormax Corporation d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club to Rye's Wine Incorporated d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Provisions

The Franklin Town Council will hold a Public Hearing on an application by Rye's Wine Incorporated d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Provisions, a duly organized Massachusetts corporation with a principal place of business at 25 King Street, Wilmington, MA 01887, for a transfer to it of a Section 15 Wine &Malt Beverages Package Store License, presently held by Mormax Corporation d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club and exercised by it at its place of business located at 100 Corporate Drive, Franklin, MA 02038,and a relocation of said license to Rye's Wine Incorporated d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Provisions’ place of business located at said 835 West Central Street, Suite 2, Franklin, MA 02038, and a Pledge of Collateral of said license.

This hearing will take place during the Town Council’s public meeting on June 26, 2024 beginning at 7:00 PM and will provide an opportunity for public input. Location: Municipal Building, 2nd floor Council Chambers, 355 E. Central St., Franklin and will also be available via the “ZOOM” platform. Residents can visit the Town website (Franklinma.gov) calendar on and after June 21, 2024 for updated meeting information. For questions, please call the Town Administrator’s Office at (508) 520-4949.

Submitted by,
Julie McCann

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-06-26_-_ryes_wine_-_license_transfer_-_legal_ad_-_website.pdf
 
 
Notice of Public Hearing - Transfer & Change of Location for 2 Licenses - June 26, 2024
Notice of Public Hearing - Transfer & Change of Location for 2 Licenses - June 26, 2024


Thursday, June 13, 2024

June 12, 2024 Master Plan Committee Postponed to July 10, 2024

June 12, 2024 Master Plan Committee Postponed

The June 12, 2024 Master Plan Committee meeting has been postponed. The new date for the hearing will now be  July 10, 2024 at 6:30PM.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/june-12-2024-master-plan-committee-meeting-postponed-updated-meeting-date

June 12, 2024 Master Plan Committee Postponed to July 10, 2024
June 12, 2024 Master Plan Committee Postponed to July 10, 2024

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Master Plan Public Hearing scheduled for June 12 at 6:30 PM

Town of Franklin - Master Plan Committee
June 12, 2024 6:30 PM

 
 
Public Hearing Outreach – Draft Goals
 


The agenda doc doesn't provide any more clues as to what the draft goals might be for discussion> it does provide info on remote participation for this session ->

Master Plan Public Hearing scheduled for June 12 at 6:30 PM
Master Plan Public Hearing scheduled for June 12 at 6:30 PM

Thursday, June 6, 2024

Master Plan Update Cmte schedules a Public Hearing for June 12 at 6:30 PM

What should be changed to improve Franklin over the next 10 years? 
 
The goals and objectives for the Master Plan should be available for review and comment. 


Master Plan Update Cmte schedules a Public Hearing for June 12 at 6:30 PM
Master Plan Update Cmte schedules a Public Hearing for June 12 at 6:30 PM

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Franklin Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 14, 2024

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - FRANKLIN, MA

Community Preservation Committee (CPC)

The Franklin Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:00 PM. This annual public hearing is required by statute, and will involve a discussion of Franklin’s needs, possibilities and resources regarding community preservation and the use of Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds to address these issues, as permitted by the CPA, and will provide an
opportunity for public input.

This hearing will be held in person in the Training Room on the 3rd Floor of the Franklin Municipal Building located at 355 East Central Street and remotely via the “ZOOM” platform. Residents can visit the Town Website (Franklinma.gov) calendar on and after May 10, 2024 for updated information. If you have any questions, please call the Town Administrator’s Office at (508) 520-4949.

Submitted by,
Julie McCann

Franklin Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Franklin Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Public Hearings scheduled by Planning Board & Town Council for King St parcel zoning change from residential to business

Franklin Planning Board
Public Hearing Notice

In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 5, notice is hereby given that the Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, May 6, 2024 at 7:00 PM and the Town Council will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, June 5 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street (also available to be attended remotely) to consider amending Chapter 185, Section 5 of the Code of the Town of Franklin.

ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT 24-905 
Zoning Map Amendment 24-905 (formerly 24-901) would amend the Town’s existing Zoning Map (Chapter 185, Section 5, of Franklin Town Code) by changing parcels 313-061-000 and 313-062-000 parcels from the Single Family Residential III zoning district to the Business zoning district.

Please contact the Department of Planning & Community Development at (508) 520-4907 if you require further information or if you need to make arrangements to provide translation services for the hearing impaired, or for persons with language barriers.

Copies of the plan and supporting documentation may be reviewed in the Department of Planning & Community Development during regular office hours.

Greg Rondeau, Chairman 
Franklin Planning Board 

Tom Mercer, Chairman
Franklin Town Council



Public Hearings scheduled by Planning Board & Town Council for King St parcel zoning change from residential to business
Public Hearings scheduled by Planning Board & Town Council for King St parcel zoning change from residential to business

Friday, April 12, 2024

Public Hearing scheduled by the Planning Board for the Tri-County RVTHS new building - May 6

In accordance with the Town of Franklin Zoning By-Laws, the Franklin Planning Board will hold a public hearing at the Town Hall (and can also be attended remotely) on Monday, May 6, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the Town Council Chambers of the Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street, for a Site Plan application titled “Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School” prepared by Stephen Powers of Samiotes Consultants Inc., Southborough, MA and submitted to the Department of Planning & Community Development on April 9, 2024, by the Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical School District, Franklin, MA.

The property is located in the Rural Residential II Zoning District (Assessors Map 259 Lot 004) at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School on 147 Pond Street. The Applicant is proposing the redevelopment of the existing school campus for a new school building and associated reconfigured vehicular and athletic areas.

Please note: This will be your only written notice of this public hearing. Should the Planning Board vote to continue this Public Hearing, the date and time will be posted on the Planning Board’s website under Agendas.

Please contact the Department of Planning & Community Development at (508) 520-4907 if you require further information or if you need to make arrangements to provide translation services for the hearing impaired, or for persons with language barriers.

Copies of the plan and supporting documentation may be reviewed in the Department of Planning & Community Development during regular office hours.

Greg Rondeau, 
Chairman

Public Hearing scheduled by the Planning Board for the Tri-County VTHS new building - May 6
Public Hearing scheduled by the Planning Board for the Tri-County VTHS new building - May 6

Sunday, February 18, 2024

Sunday, February 11, 2024

Public hearing notice: Planning Board to hear about Autumn Hill Condominiums - Mon, Feb 26

In accordance with the Town of Franklin Zoning By-Laws, the Franklin Planning Board will hold a public hearing at the Town Hall (and can also be attended remotely) on Monday, February 26, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the Town Council Chambers of the Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street, for a Special Permit and Site Plan application titled “Autumn Hill Condominiums” prepared by Legacy Engineering LLC, Millis, MA, and submitted to the Department of Planning & Community Development on February 2, 2024, by Suejo Corp., Wrentham, MA.

The property is located in the Rural Residential I Zoning District (Assessors Map 302 Lot 6 and 8) at 488 and 496 Summer Street. The applicant is proposing to construct a 44-unit senior village with inclusionary housing. The applicant is applying for two (2) special permits, (1) Chapter 185, section 48: Senior Village Overlay District and (2) Chapter 185, section 51: Inclusionary Housing.

Please note: This will be your only written notice of this public hearing. Should the Planning Board vote to continue this Public Hearing, the date and time will be posted on the Planning Board’s website under Agendas.

Please contact the Department of Planning & Community Development at (508) 520-4907 if you
require further information or if you need to make arrangements to provide translation services for
the hearing impaired, or for persons with language barriers.

Copies of the plan and supporting documentation may be reviewed in the Department of Planning & Community Development during regular office hours.

Greg Rondeau, 
Chairman

Shared from 

The plans as submitted can be found 


Wednesday, January 24, 2024

GATRA's Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, Jan 25 at 2:30 PM at Franklin Senior Center

"Many of our clients rely on GATRA to visit The Pantry. 
Come share your experiences with the service at GATRA's Public Hearing at @TOFranklinMA Senior Center 10 Daniel McCahill St. on January 25 at 2:30 PM. 
Click here for more info: https://t.co/AkEl0oaWIL"
Shared from -> https://t.co/0Q7mKwepK5

Also coordinated as part of the Master Plan Community Services, Facilities & Circulation (CSFC) Subcommittee https://www.instagram.com/p/C2bXOVuOoml/

GATRA's Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, Jan 25 at 2:30 PM
GATRA's Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, Jan 25 at 2:30 PM



GATRA's Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, Jan 25 at 2:30 PM at Franklin Senior Center
GATRA's Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, Jan 25 at 2:30 PM at Franklin Senior Center

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Town of Franklin: Conservation Commission - Public Hearing - NOI - 121 Grove St - Jan 11, 2024

Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Ch. 131, s.40 (Wetlands Protection Act), the Franklin Conservation Commission will hold a Hybrid Public Hearing on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 7:10 PM for a Notice of Intent filed by Christopher Lucas of Lucas Environmental, LLC, Quincy, MA on behalf of Robert Hewitt of Fairfield Grove Street LLC, Braintree, MA.

Proposed work includes the construction of a multi-building residential development with associated parking, utilities, and stormwater management. Approximately 3,180 square feet (sf) of work is proposed within Bordering Vegetated Wetlands (BVW) and Isolated Vegetated Wetlands (IVW), with 63,480 sf of work occurring within the 25-foot “No Disturbance”  zone of BVW and IVW, and 453,500 sf of work occurring within the 100-foot Buffer Zone of BVW. Additionally, 320 feet of work along Inland Bank is proposed. 

The Project is located at 121 Grove Street, Map 294 and 295 Lots 7 and 1, in the Industrial Zone.

The hearing will provide an open forum for the discussion. This meeting will be done remotely via the “ZOOM” platform and “In-person” in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street. Residents can visit the Town Website (Franklinma.gov) and click on the Town Calendar for up to date information on how to access the meeting.

All records and files for this project can be viewed at the Conservation Office located on the first floor of the Franklin Municipal Building.

Any person or organization so wishing will be afforded an opportunity to be heard.

The hearing location is accessible to persons with physical disabilities. If you require a translator or accommodations for a hearing impairment, contact the Conservation Department at the Municipal Building or by calling (508) 520-4929.

Meghann Hagen
Conservation Chair

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Notice of Public Hearing - New Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages License - L Truaxx King Street Cafe Inc. dba King Street Cafe

The Franklin Town Council will hold a Public Hearing on an application by L Truax King Street Cafe Inc. d/b/a King Street Cafe, located at 390 King St., Franklin for a new Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages License. 

This hearing will take place during the Town Council Public  meeting beginning at 7:00 PM on January 3, 2024 and will provide an open forum for discussion. Location: Municipal Building, 2nd floor Council Chambers, 355 E. Central St., Franklin and will also be available via the “ZOOM” platform. 

Residents can visit the Town website (Franklinma.gov) calendar on and after December 29, 2023 for updated meeting information. 

Please call the Town Administrator’s Office at (508) 520-4949 if you require further information.

Submitted by,
Julie McCann 

Notice of Public Hearing - New Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages License - L Truaxx King Street Cafe Inc. dba King Street Cafe
Notice of Public Hearing - New Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages License - L Truaxx King Street Cafe Inc. dba King Street Cafe


Sunday, November 19, 2023

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


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

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Franklin Tax Hearing - Notice of Public Hearing - Property Tax Classification - Nov 21 at 6 PM

The Franklin Town Council will hold a Public Hearing in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street, Franklin, MA on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 6:00 PM on the issue of allocating the local property tax levy among the 5 property classes for the Fiscal Year 2024. The hearing will provide an open forum for the discussion of local property tax policy. 

Interested taxpayers may present oral or written information on their views.

Prior to the setting of the tax rate, the Town Council must adopt a Residential Factor following which the Council selects the percentage of the levy to be borne by Commercial, Industrial and Personal Property.

Citizens are welcome to attend public meetings in person. Additionally, citizens will be able to
continue to participate remotely via phone OR Zoom. Residents can visit the Town Website
(Franklinma.gov) on and after November 17, 2023 and click on the Town Calendar for up to date information on how to access the meeting. If you have any questions, please call the Town
Administrator’s Office at (508) 520-4949.

Submitted by,

Julie McCann
Operations Assistant to the Town Administrator



Franklin Tax Hearing - Notice of Public Hearing - Property Tax Classification
Franklin Tax Hearing - Notice of Public Hearing - Property Tax Classification

Friday, September 22, 2023

Uncas Ave Extension - Site Plan and Special Permit Application - Planning Board - Public Hearing - Oct 16

In accordance with the Town of Franklin Zoning By-Laws, the Franklin Planning Board will hold a public hearing at the Town Hall (and can also be attended remotely) on Monday, October 16, 2023 at 7:00 PM in the Town Council Chambers of the Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street, for two Special Permit and Site Plan applications prepared by GLM Engineering Consultants, INC, Holliston, MA, and submitted to the Department of Planning & Community
Development on September 11, 2023, by J. Walsh Corporation, Walpole, MA.

The properties are located in the Single Family IV Zoning District, off of Uncas Avenue Extension (Parcel ID 285-078-008 and 285-078-009). The applicant is proposing to construct two triplex units, one on each lot. The applicant is applying for two (2) Special Permits under Chapter 185 Attachment 7, Part 6.1: Residential multifamily or apartment use in the Single Family Residential IV District.

Please note: This will be your only written notice of this public hearing. Should the Planning Board vote to continue this Public Hearing, the date and time will be posted on the Planning Board’s website under Agendas.

Please contact the Department of Planning & Community Development at (508) 520-4907 if you require further information or if you need to make arrangements to provide translation services for the hearing impaired, or for persons with language barriers.

Copies of the plan and supporting documentation may be reviewed in the Department of Planning & Community Development during regular office hours.

Greg Rondeau, 
Chairman


Uncas Ave Extension - Site Plan and Special Permit Application - Planning Board - Public Hearing - Oct 16
Uncas Ave Extension - Site Plan and Special Permit Application - Planning Board - Public Hearing - Oct 16