There is expectation that a full agenda will be published soon. It was not yet posted to the calendar, nor the Town Council agenda page, as we go to press.
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Sunday, February 18, 2024
Franklin, MA: Town Council public hearing scheduled for rezoning 2 parcels
Sunday, February 11, 2024
Public hearing notice: Planning Board to hear about Autumn Hill Condominiums - Mon, Feb 26
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
GATRA's Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, Jan 25 at 2:30 PM at Franklin Senior Center
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GATRA's Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, Jan 25 at 2:30 PM |
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Town of Franklin: Conservation Commission - Public Hearing - NOI - 121 Grove St - Jan 11, 2024
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
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
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
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 askthe Town Administrator to review the matter.
a. Franklin Tax Classification Hearingi. Legislation for Action Items: 4a, 4b, 4c, 4d, 4e
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)
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
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
Uncas Ave Extension - Site Plan and Special Permit Application - Planning Board - Public Hearing - Oct 16 |
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Zoning Bylaw Amendment - 23-901 - King Street area Rezone from SFRIII to B
Zoning Bylaw Amendment - 23-901 - King Street area Rezone from SFRIII to B |
Sunday, August 20, 2023
Notice of Intent - 3 Mount Street - Conservation - Sep 7 at 7:10 PM
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Public Hearing Notice: Upper Unions St Solar Project - Sep 11
Thursday, July 27, 2023
Maplegate Solar South - Site Plan - Planning Board - Aug 21 at 7:05 PM
Maplegate Solar South - Site Plan - Planning Board - Aug 21 at 7:05 PM |
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Notice of Public Hearing: Bylaw Amendment 23-900 - Downtown Parking District Map Amendment
Notice of Public Hearing: Bylaw Amendment 23-900 - Downtown Parking District Map Amendment
Saturday, June 24, 2023
Comment process for the draft Open Space & Recreation Plan discussed in public hearing #3 - 06/20/23 (audio)
FM #1017 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1017 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares the third and final Public Hearing held to gather input on the Town of Franklin Open Space & Recreation Plan (OSRP).
The hearing covered some of the details around the process:
The draft has been issued for comment
Comments are open through July 12
Additional detail on the survey results are being formatted to add to the draft. This won't change the goals or objectives, just provide the additional supporting evidence for such.
The conversation runs about 70 minutes. Let’s listen to the OSRP Public Hearing #3 Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1017-open-space-recreation-plan-public-hearing-3-06-20-23
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Conservation page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation
The draft plan can be found online -> https://www.franklinma.gov/system/files/uploads/2023_osrp_draft_for_comment_0.pdf
Comments on the plan can be submitted ->
https://forms.gle/SJZKH43xj6JkAVPX8
The summary of the plan -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/06/2023-open-space-recreation-plan-summary.html
The goals & objectives -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/06/2023-open-space-and-recreation-plan.html
The public hearing video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/wbA8tRvhO6M
My notes captured via Twitter and found in one PDF ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MYo-a8rFxsoyCa8XVnbVnfSRmwMeVSqy/view?usp=drive_link
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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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Open Space & Recreation Plan - Summary |
Friday, June 23, 2023
Public Hearing Notice: 5 Hemlock Lane - Site Plan and Special Permit Application - Planning Board
5 Hemlock Lane - Site Plan and Special Permit Application - Planning Board
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Open Space & Recreation Plan public hearing #3 video available for replay
- The draft has been issued for comment
- Comments are open through July 12
- Additional detail on the survey results are being formatted to add to the draft. This won't change the goals or objectives, just provide the additional supporting evidence for such.
Monday, June 19, 2023
Open Space & Recreation Plan - Public Hearing #3 - June 20, 2023 - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
1. GENERAL BUSINESS1.1 Public Hearing 3: Town staff will present a draft of the 2023 OSRP and will be seeking feedback from the community.
Thursday, June 15, 2023
The DRAFT 2023 Open Space and Recreation Plan - Open for Public Comment through July 12, 2023
The DRAFT 2023 Open Space and Recreation Plan - Open for Public Comment through July 12, 2023 |
For additional info, please visit the Open Space & Recreation Plan page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/pages/2023-open-space-and-recreation-plan-update
The DRAFT 2023 Open Space and Recreation Plan |
Thursday, May 4, 2023
Board of Health discusses potential changes to tobacco regulations, Health Fair set for May 24 (audio)
This session of the radio show shares the Town of Franklin Board of Health Meeting held on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. All three board members participated in person; Harris, Cochrane, & Chair Sweet. Health Dept staff present were in the 3rd floor training room.
Quick Recap:
Chair Bridget Sweet opens meeting with roll call of participants all in person; motion to approve mins of Apr, second, passes 3-0
Old business, tobacco sales regulations discussion on cap, currently at 32, permitted at 21 (?) Reduce, or maintain. No interest in reduction at ...
This time. #boh0503 3 of the 22 are adult only, could have dual caps, i.e. one for full sales, one for adult only. Desire for more info on what the neighboring communities are doing. Qs on 3,13,16,17 for checklist. consensus on unified approach for fines
Level of discretion at Health Dept Director action, should there be more of a graduation clause? i.e. first time one set amount, second more, third more, etc... #boh0502 re: consistency of enforcement shall does better than may
Currently do not have a permit for catering, may consider for future. Discussion on food truck, trailer permit for year vs. time of event #boh0502 discussion on mobile, temporary vs catering, issue with catering going to another town, other local may not want
Discussion on protocol for notification of fee change, hearing notification cost, combine tobacco and body works for one hearing #boh0502 health fair, 5/24 3-6 PM flyers being spread, on Weds at the Library
Health inspection report, 14 inspects, 14 reinspection, Council meeting 4/12 - health nurse report, numbers better around for COVID and flu, vaccine recommendation has been updated #boh0502
Fundraiser for Gaspar family 5/10 at George's. Motion to adjourn, second, passes 3-0
The meeting runs about 52 minutes. Let’s listen to the Board of Health meeting May 3, 2023. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-988-tof-board-of-health-mtg-05-03-23
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The Board of Health agenda can be found ->
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/events/boh_5.3.23_agenda_and_packet.pdf
My notes collected in a Twitter thread PDF ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O8wbpzBkx6blhpAw3Di2eZ_eRZ5Gg_fz/view?usp=share_link
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
Board of Health discusses potential changes to tobacco regulations, Health Fair set for May 24 (audio) |