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Friday, October 17, 2014
WMRC: Friday Night High School Football - Franklin vs North Attleboro
Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 10/17/14 - THU 10/23/14
FRI 10/17 6:30pm Art Night Uncorked - Franklin Art Center
FRI 10/17 7:30pm Peter Pan Musical at The Black Box (15 W. Central St., Franklin)
SAT 10/18 9am-4pm Book Sale at Franklin Public Library
SAT 10/18 9am Annual Yard Sale at Franklin Federated Church
SAT 10/18 9:30am LadyBug 5K and Kids Fun Run and activities at J F Kennedy School, Pond Street, Franklin.
SAT 10/18 10am Neighbor Brigade’s Pam's Run in Wayland
SAT 10/18 10:30am Stony Brook Sanctuary in Norfolk celebrating 50th anniversary
SAT 10/18 7:30pm Peter Pan Musical at The Black Box (15 W. Central St., Franklin)
SUN 10/19 9am-12pm Bag Sale at Franklin Public Library
SUN 10/19 2pm-5pm Purrfect Cat Shelter Fundraiser at Pour Richard’s
SUN 10/19 2pm Peter Pan Musical at The Black Box (15 W. Central St., Franklin)
For all the Town of Franklin Public Meetings click HERE.
For event details click HERE.
*If you have any suggestions or events for the calendar, please email Renata@BetterLivingRE.com
Our little town is complete with a new kid on the block
From Lisa Buccella:
Show schedule and tickets can be purchased on line here
http://www.theblackboxonline.com/event-2014-07-28-mon-jul-2/?lang=en
Our little town is complete with a new kid on the block! Yes, THE BLACK BOX is an amazing new performance venue at 15 W Central Street. So far, there has been a fabulous gala with an extended tent for additional space and a really cool, old-school feel jazz evening with an audience of college students, seniors, youth right along with adults of all ages. Head to the website for more information!
This weekend (and next), you can see Broadway's timeless musical Peter Pan at THE BLACK BOX! The soaring, magical adventure will be presented with a live professional orchestra and the spectacular aerial effects of Flying by Foy!
The TONY® Award-winning musical, an adaptation of J.M. Barrie's celebrated classic play and novel, features beloved characters and memorable songs. Peter Pan, Tinker Bell and the Darling children invite you to a journey along on this high-flying, swashbuckling fantasy adventure to Neverland. Discover pirates, lost boys and one very hungry crocodile! Clap your hands and believe - and follow Peter, "Second star to the right and straight on 'til morning!"
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http://www.theblackboxonline.com/event-2014-07-28-mon-jul-2/?lang=en
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Taste of the Region Oct. 28
Make plans today to attend The United Regional Chamber of Commerce's annual Taste of the Region on Tuesday, Oct. 28 in Franklin. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Tri-County Regional Vocational High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin, you can sample food from restaurants throughout the region and bid on exciting silent auction items.
New this year are prizes for Best Sweet, Best Savory and Best Presentation. Some of the food establishments that will be participating include: Artistry Kitchen, Making Whoopie, Willow Tree Poultry, Edible Arrangements in Foxboro, The British Beer Company in Franklin, Commonwealth BBQ, Ambrosia Tavern, Cracker Barrel, Chili's Grill & Bar in Plainville, and Twelve Fine Food & Spirits. The event sponsor for Taste of the Region is Middlesex Savings Bank.
United Regional Chamber of Commerce
Taste of the Region tickets cost $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Call 508-222-0801 for tickets.
In the News: taxing marijuana stalled, recycling grant received
The town’s plan to charge a local sales tax on medical marijuana has become a pipe dream, at least until the next Legislative session.
Franklin officials had petitioned legislation to allow the town to impose a 5 percent local sales tax on the retail and wholesale sale of medical marijuana.
But lawmakers effectively killed the bill late last month along with a similar version filed by the town of Dennis, deciding to put both on hold for further study. A bill petitioned by Fairhaven met the same fate in July.
The three failed attempts by the towns to tax medical marijuana indicate that the Legislature is not ready to take on the potentially contentious issue.Continue reading the article in the Milford Daily News here (subscription maybe required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20141017/NEWS/141017037/1994/NEWS
Franklin received $7,500 to expand its existing recycling program to collect carpet materials at municipal recycling stations. Franklin also received a $1,000 grant for outreach and educational materials for the town’s drop-off recycling program.
The grants, funded through the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection’s Sustainable Materials Recovery Program, are intended for recycling, composting and reuse activities to limit the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators.
Continue reading the article in the Milford Daily News here (subscription maybe required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20141016/NEWS/141017097/1994/NEWS
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Trick or treat, but no alchohol
The liquor licenses for the British Beer Company and the 99 Restaurant were suspended for three days during the Town Council meeting on Wednesday. One day will be served on Friday, Oct 31, Halloween. Two days will be held in abeyance for two years as these are first time offenses.
The bartender who served the minor was fired immediately from the 99. The bartender at British Beer was suspended for a week, re-did the training required and is now back working. Both organizations took immediate action in recognition of their failure to pass this test.
The Town Council heard from Franklin's legislative representation. Senators Karen Spikla and Richard Ross and Representative Jeff Roy had time on the agenda to provide a brief update on how they coordinate and collaborate to help Franklin at the State House. They also took time to recognize the service to Franklin by former councilor Glenn Jones.
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| from left to right: Senator Spilka, Glenn Jones, Rep Jeff Roy, Senator Richard Ross |
Jones, you may recall, announced his resignation at the last Council meeting to avoid a conflict of interest with his new position teaching at Tri-County Regional Voc Tech.
Police Chief Stephen Semerjian introduced some of the new police officers and recognized one who will be retiring soon.
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| Chief Stephen Semerjian introduces new police officers to the Town Council |
DPW Director Robert Cantoreggi and Engineer Mike Maglio also presented information on the Lincoln/Daniels St construction project. Work remains to be done but the major push to complete the section in front of the school contributed to the feeling that once that section was done, nothing was really happening.
Among the key legislative items was the creation of a building committee for the build-out of the second floor of the Senior Center. The group appointed effectively reunites those who served on the original building committee.
Additional details on these and other items from the meeting can be found in these links reported during the meeting on Wednesday.
FHS Sports results from Wednesday, Oct 15
Franklin High School soccer teams won in their Hockomock League action on Wednesday.
For the complete set of results around the Hockomock League, check Hockomock Sports
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/hockomock-schedule-scoreboard-101514
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Boys Soccer
Franklin, 1 @ Attleboro, 0 - Final - Adam Moessing scored the lone goal of the game for the Panthers on assists from Billy Dorion and Nate Zaccardi with 26 minutes left in the game.
Girls Soccer
Attleboro, 0 @ Franklin, 6 - Final
Field Hockey
Mansfield, 0 @ Franklin, 0 - Final - Franklin junior goalie Samantha Jones and senior Emily Jeffries played well according to head coach Lisa Cropper.
For the complete set of results around the Hockomock League, check Hockomock Sports
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/hockomock-schedule-scoreboard-101514
The Inevitable Course of Life
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"This is a black eye for us."
Milford Daily News reports on the liquor license suspensions:
Continue reading the article in the Milford Daily News here
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20141016/NEWS/141017530/1994/NEWS
While the Milford Daily News reports on the license suspensions, you can find out all about the remainder of the almost 2 hour meeting here
Town Council on Wednesday handed down liquor license suspensions to two New England restaurant chains that served alcohol to teenagers working undercover with the police department.
The British Beer Company and the 99 Restaurant & Pub — chains that combined have more than 100 locations across New England — failed the police department’s annual compliance check last month.
For the past few years, Franklin police have received a state grant that provides money for underage drinking enforcement, including the checks that run similar to drug stings. During a typical check of a business, the teens attempt to purchase an alcoholic beverage using their real Massachusetts driver’s licenses.
Continue reading the article in the Milford Daily News here
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20141016/NEWS/141017530/1994/NEWS
While the Milford Daily News reports on the license suspensions, you can find out all about the remainder of the almost 2 hour meeting here
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Live reporting: Closing items
K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
additional signage for school signs, $60K
looking to get the money for SNETT trail to be released by the Governor
bringing before you some Fiscal 2015 budget adjustments
reminder on Question 5
for road improvements, funds can only be spent on roads
a permanent increase in taxes
will star to address the $50M backlog of road repairs
about $130 per year per household, don't skip the ballot questions
L. OLD BUSINESS
Pfeffer - the folks appointed tonight were all on the first building committee, want to finish the building
M. NEW BUSINESS
TV studio to see the progress on the building
the generator, and the other items being stored from the old high school
The old South Church
uncertainty on what the building can be used for some work required, 1856
what can the town use it for?
need to know the actually and official status
if the building is under the historical society, what does it really mean
it is the oldest church in Franklin
we can give you a written reponse
we have a copy of the deed to the town, are the owner of the building
the deed is not the best written
one should have a lot more info
there are a lot of pieces of the puzzle to be figured out
why when a published author speaks at the Library
the Library trustees have a long standing policy prohibiting the sale for profit
They should go talk to the Library Board
N. COUNCIL COMMENTS
the recycling center is going well, over 70 last two Sundays
stroke awareness program well received at the Senior Center
Friends of Franklin Elders provided the refreshments
the cable show taped it and it will be available for replay
extras trucks will be going around, bags will also be available
Franklin Housing Trust is putting together a modular house with Tri-County school
good work by them, it was true and stayed true when moved
it will be part of the lottery next year
Condolences to the Cusson family on the loss of their daughter
P. ADJOURN
motion to adjourn, passed
The documents released for this agenda can be found here
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2014/101514.pdf
Live reporting: Legislation
Public Hearing to determine whether it is in the public interest to accept Grace Lane and Nina Lane – 7:10
Planning Board held hearing and made recommendation as well
roads finished, 100% complete, recent subdivisions
made the presentation to the town to accept the roads
hearing closed
J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 14-60: Order of Layout, Acceptance, and Taking of Grace Lane and Related Drainage Lotmotion to accept, passed via roll, unanimous (6-0)
2. Resolution 14-61: Order of Layout, Acceptance, and Taking of Nina Lane and Related Drainage Lot and Easement
motion to accept, passed via roll, unanimous (6-0)
3. Resolution 14-62: Local Licensing Authority’s Approval of Package Store Licensees’ Notifications of Change in Hours to Permit Earlier Sunday Openings
motion to accept, passed via roll, unanimous (6-0)
Cerel - legislature passed to allow opening on Sundays, licensees need to file paperwork, it is a fomality, rather than doing separate enactments (13 separate) this will authorize the clerk to sign off
allows for opening at 10 instead of 11
4. Resolution 14-63: Creation of a Senior Center Building Committee
motion to accept, passed via roll, unanimous (6-0)
announcement of the Committee members
Karen Alves, Tom Mercer, Ken Norman, Judith Pond Pfeffer, Nancy Rafter, and Paul Remington
5. Bylaw Amendment 14-742: Amendment to Chapter 185-§4. Districts Enumerated – Referral to Planning Board
motion to refer to the Planning Board, passed 6-0
all three changes are technical corrections, no substantial change, just wording for consistency
5. Bylaw Amendment 14-743: Amendment to Chapter 185-§20. Signs – Referral to Planning Board
motion to refer to the Planning Board, passed 6-0
6. Bylaw Amendment 14-744: Amendment to Chapter 185 - §31. Site Plan and Design Review - Referral to Planning Board
motion to refer to the Planning Board, passed 6-0
live reporting - Public Hearing - Liquor license compliance
Stephan Semerjian, Chief of Police
introducing new police officers
(photo to be added)
Sargent Alan Thibeault going to retire
one of the old guard, came through some difficult times, weathered the storm and did it well, doesn't like the attention, lifelong Franklin resident
Chairman Vallee reads proclamation for Sargent Thibeault
Padula - I grew up next to Alan
had some trouble spinning his wheels on the high school grass
Alan helped him
Alcoholic Beverages Licensees – Failure to Pass Compliance Check – 7:10
• 99Restaurant
conducted Sep 26th with underage license check, 3 were not open, 2 did fail the operation
9:00 PM under cover operative entered, asked for a Bud Lite received and paid for the drink without carding
99 representatives do not dispute the facts
Operations director, we always take precaution, it is embarrassing as it is Boys and Girls Club fund raising month; bartender fired immediately (part of their policy)
all servers re-took class and exam, working to ensure it never happens again
had not occurred in the 7 years of operation; sympathetic and apologetic
I stand humble before you
recommendation 1 day suspension, 2 days held in reserve for a period of two years
Padula - Clarification on section of policy that applies to the sting operations
Bissanti - the compliance check notification is sent?
Yes, we knew
The bartender completely failed to do that, put a black eye on the restaurant, he lost his job
Vote via roll, unanimous
• British Beer Company
now that the package is given with the license renewal, we don't do another notification (we used to)
asked for Bud Lite, paid for it with a $20 received the change
also a first offense, recommendation like for 99
3 day suspension, 1 day to be served; 2 days held in abeyance
we do acknowledge that we were stung
we are a family establishment, we have been in business for 17 years it is our first offence, not proud of our first offense
it is an embarrassment for our company
each pub is our own individual family, the leaders take ownership
The bartender was suspended immediately, for a week
has retaken the course and is back at work
has been a good employee and has not had any other cause for
we love Franklin and plan on being here for a long time
Padula - they are taken steps, they are apologetic, they are good corporate partners
Pfeffer- thank you for the suspension and for not firing the bartender
Padula - motion to serve on October 31 with two days held,
vote via roll call, unanimous
Live reporting - Special Presentation
H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
Senator Richard Ross
Senator Karen Spilka
Representative Jeffrey Roy
Presentation of a Senate Citation for Glenn Jones
in recognition for his service to Franklin
has been tirelessly working on economic development
Glenn will be back, his heart is in all of these issues
his students are reaping the benefits of his time
(photos to be added)
Senator Ross congratulations on working together for the past four years
working together with Senator Spilka to bring things back to Franklin
$1.5M for the SNETT trail work among recent accomplishments
listing of items done for Franklin, in the future when you have things coming down the pike, let us know, keep us informed and we'll help you
it is never an embarrassment to represent Franklin
Sen Spilka
thank you, surprising that it has been nine years representing Franklin
thank you for the close relationship that we have
Trying to work with Best Buddies, Franklin has a special spot with this program
these are programs that enrich every bodies life
Franklin may be the first community to go from elementary through higher ed coordinating with the schools and Dean College
Commission on Status of Women, nine member commission
can decide for themselves the agenda and areas to target
very exciting, we rely on policy recommendations from groups like these
applications are due Sep 1
Rep Roy
it has been an honor and a privilege to represent Franklin as a team
Richard read off the laundry list of things we have delivered together
by working together collaboratively we are able to get a whole lot accomplished
the formula will be reviewed, to look at how schools and education is funded in MA, hopefully to see some increases in Chapter 70 money
thanks for the great presentation of Franklin when the Governor was able to visit, it sends a strong message about what the community is, I continue to hear positive things from that day
Senator Richard Ross
Senator Karen Spilka
Representative Jeffrey Roy
Presentation of a Senate Citation for Glenn Jones
in recognition for his service to Franklin
has been tirelessly working on economic development
Glenn will be back, his heart is in all of these issues
his students are reaping the benefits of his time
(photos to be added)
Senator Ross congratulations on working together for the past four years
working together with Senator Spilka to bring things back to Franklin
$1.5M for the SNETT trail work among recent accomplishments
listing of items done for Franklin, in the future when you have things coming down the pike, let us know, keep us informed and we'll help you
it is never an embarrassment to represent Franklin
Sen Spilka
thank you, surprising that it has been nine years representing Franklin
thank you for the close relationship that we have
Trying to work with Best Buddies, Franklin has a special spot with this program
these are programs that enrich every bodies life
Franklin may be the first community to go from elementary through higher ed coordinating with the schools and Dean College
Commission on Status of Women, nine member commission
can decide for themselves the agenda and areas to target
very exciting, we rely on policy recommendations from groups like these
applications are due Sep 1
Rep Roy
it has been an honor and a privilege to represent Franklin as a team
Richard read off the laundry list of things we have delivered together
by working together collaboratively we are able to get a whole lot accomplished
the formula will be reviewed, to look at how schools and education is funded in MA, hopefully to see some increases in Chapter 70 money
thanks for the great presentation of Franklin when the Governor was able to visit, it sends a strong message about what the community is, I continue to hear positive things from that day
Live reporting: Town Council - October 15, 2014
Present: Padula, Mercer, Kelly, Vallee, Pfeffer, Bissanti
Absent: Williams, Feldman
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
September 3, 2014
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS
This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by Franklin Matters.
C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
none
D. CITIZEN COMMENTS
none
Presentation - DPW on Lincoln St
Brutus Cantoreggi, DPW Director
roadwork bid in May, contractor got notice to proceed in June
180 days to proceed
we could put it out for being done in 60 days but the bid would be far higher and cost more
Aggregate Industries won the bid, have been here before
Focused on getting the road repaired in front of the school, they did that
and then the road slowed down
discovered the culverts at Winterberry that needed to be replaced
The work needed to be coordinated with the gas company to get a line lowered to allow the culvert to get replaced
I have worked with the Project Manager and I'll not beat around the bush, I have worked with better.
The road will be completed
The dip in the road.is due to the flatness of the road, need to keep the water off the roadway
Could have put more catch basins in but that costs money
One of the issues we had on Lincoln was the school, how do we calm the traffic?
You narrow the road, notified the residence of a pubic hearing in May
we did remove some sections of the dividers to meet with criticisms
the area is not actually done yet, it will be layered with some visual indicator
The contractor will be prepping the work tomorrow and be doing it soon
The contractor last year was for the water lines, this contractor was for the repaving
there is a penalty clause in the contract
we do document the various issues
Mercer - keeping documentation on contractors, have you thrown someone out in the contractor
Cantoreggi - yes, we did this year
Mercer - it is important to know that there are ways and you need the documentation
their communication was an issue, we needed updates, the PM could have been better, their work is good
Kelly: What about the dividers?
The divider is on the DPW, that is our design
we got no push back on this, this is to create the boulevard effect, it would slow the traffic down; they could see that.
we worked with folks on the curb cuts themselves, we put sand bags out there so they could see for themselves
Kelly: Snow - what is the plan for ice and snow down there?
It will be a resin product, about a half inch that goes down
Bissanti - mentioned the communication problem, a liaison between their PM and use
Cantoreggi - we have someone out there almost daily
Bissanti - was weather an issue?
Cantoreggi - no, not really. They are within their contract now
Absent: Williams, Feldman
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
September 3, 2014
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS
This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by Franklin Matters.
C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
none
D. CITIZEN COMMENTS
none
Presentation - DPW on Lincoln St
Brutus Cantoreggi, DPW Director
roadwork bid in May, contractor got notice to proceed in June
180 days to proceed
we could put it out for being done in 60 days but the bid would be far higher and cost more
Aggregate Industries won the bid, have been here before
Focused on getting the road repaired in front of the school, they did that
and then the road slowed down
discovered the culverts at Winterberry that needed to be replaced
The work needed to be coordinated with the gas company to get a line lowered to allow the culvert to get replaced
I have worked with the Project Manager and I'll not beat around the bush, I have worked with better.
The road will be completed
The dip in the road.is due to the flatness of the road, need to keep the water off the roadway
Could have put more catch basins in but that costs money
One of the issues we had on Lincoln was the school, how do we calm the traffic?
You narrow the road, notified the residence of a pubic hearing in May
we did remove some sections of the dividers to meet with criticisms
the area is not actually done yet, it will be layered with some visual indicator
The contractor will be prepping the work tomorrow and be doing it soon
The contractor last year was for the water lines, this contractor was for the repaving
there is a penalty clause in the contract
we do document the various issues
Mercer - keeping documentation on contractors, have you thrown someone out in the contractor
Cantoreggi - yes, we did this year
Mercer - it is important to know that there are ways and you need the documentation
their communication was an issue, we needed updates, the PM could have been better, their work is good
Kelly: What about the dividers?
The divider is on the DPW, that is our design
we got no push back on this, this is to create the boulevard effect, it would slow the traffic down; they could see that.
we worked with folks on the curb cuts themselves, we put sand bags out there so they could see for themselves
Kelly: Snow - what is the plan for ice and snow down there?
It will be a resin product, about a half inch that goes down
Bissanti - mentioned the communication problem, a liaison between their PM and use
Cantoreggi - we have someone out there almost daily
Bissanti - was weather an issue?
Cantoreggi - no, not really. They are within their contract now
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