One-Night Only Fund-Raising Event For Today’s Special, Inc - April 15

ONE-NIGHT ONLY FUND-RAISING EVENT FOR TODAY’S SPECIAL, INC. AT THE BLACK BOX – SATURDAY, APRIL 15, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.

100% of donations go to opening our bakery!

Today’s Special, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization created by Michelle Carlucci for her son Harry, is hosting a one-night-only fund-raising event at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, MA. Our goal is to open a small bakery in Franklin that will provide much needed jobs to people of all abilities. Opening soon, with your help!

This one-night-only event will feature a live performance by Today’s Special’s own Ted Stefan, along with the music making skills of local favorites Steve Serra (Charity Case), and brothers Craig and Jeff Bernheart. We’re hoping to also have some surprise guests join us so stay tuned! With the help of our awesome friends at everybody's favorite King Street Cafe’, Today’s Special will provide a preview of the products that will be available at our bakery and in stores throughout the Commonwealth. There will be fun people of all ages at our booth so you can grab a t-shirt and some special treats while you meet our amazing friends and volunteers. Come on out, listen to the music, and like we say . . . . eat good · feel good · do good!

One-Night Only Fund-Raising Event For
Today’s Special, Inc - April 15

Tickets are a TAX-DEDUCTIBLE $50.00 and are available at todaysspecialinc.com by clicking GET INVOLVED and then UPCOMING EVENTS. Click on the Event and buy your tickets it's that easy! A confirmation e-mail will be sent and you will be added to the guest list. 

Tickets will also be available at the door on the evening of the event. THE BLACK BOX Theater is located at 15 West Central St, in downtown Franklin, MA and offers a full cash bar. Parking is free and available next to and behind the theater. Parking is also available on Main St.

Don’t miss your chance to come together to support a great cause and a great new 501(c)(3) organization. Today’s Special, Inc. is calling on you to join the Inclusion Revolution! We’ll see you April 15th! Don’t miss it!

Thank You!

This was shared from the Facebook event page
https://www.facebook.com/events/315297955551665/

Boston Globe selects FHS' CJ Neely as Division 1 Boys Basketball Coach of the Year

The Boston Globe published their All Scholastic Awards in the Sunday edition. The key highlight for Franklin was the recognition of FHS' CJ Neely as Division 1 Coach of the Year.

CJ Neely, Franklin (Boston Globe photo)

Coaches of the Year - Boys Basketball 

Division 1: CJ Neely, Franklin

In his third year at the helm, Neely made history with the Panthers as they won the program’s first Division 1 Central title and were state finalists (22-3). The Oliver Ames and Bates alum has a 57-13 record with Franklin.

For the remainder of the Globe All Scholastic selections
http://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/high-schools/2017/04/08/boys-basketball-boston-globe-all-scholastics/okGvmjWLSDbYUe3djrNMoN/story.html#Neely

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: Computer Seminar Reminder - May 11

Press Release ~ Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Computer Seminar Reminder

Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell reminds Norfolk County residents that the Registry will host a free informational computer seminar on land records research at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street in Dedham from 4:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M. on Thursday, May 11, 2016. The seminar is geared for both real estate professionals and the general public.     Register O'Donnell noted that the program will include a brief introductory presentation followed by a series of hands-on computer exercises. There will also be opportunities to ask both basic and advanced questions. Computer assisted land records are currently available both at the Registry and on the Internet at www.norfolkdeeds.org.    "These services have proven to be invaluable tools for our customers. We hope that this seminar will be both helpful and informative," said Register of Deeds Bill O'Donnell. There is no charge for the seminar, but anyone planning to attend is asked to register by calling Alicia Gardner at 781-461-6104 or by email to agardner@norfolkdeeds.org.  Please include your name, address, email and a daytime phone number when you register. "This seminar is filling up quickly, so I urge residents to sign up as soon as possible, " noted the Register.    To learn more about this and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on facebook.com/norfolkdeeds, follow us on twitter and instagram @norfolkdeeds.    The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street in Dedham. It is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County, amassing approximately a half of million land records, dating back to 1793. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org . Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Computer Seminar Reminder Thursday, May 11th ~ 4:30pm to 5:30pm email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-461-6116 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org STAY CONNECTED:

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831 Sent by registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org in collaboration with Try it free today Norfolk County Register of Deeds - screen grab

Clean out the closet: Give used shoes for the Charity Soles 4 Souls®

Here is something that the Franklin community can get behind – Postalcenter has teamed up with a Millis high school student who is collecting used shoes for the charity Soles 4 Souls®. 

There is a Postalcenter in Franklin that will collect until Apr 30: https://www.postalcenter.com/business-and-home-office/solesforsouls.aspx

https://www.facebook.com/postalcenter.franklin/

Land Use Workshop - Thursday, April 13

Land Use Workshop 

April 13, 2017 at 6:30 PM

355 East Central Street 

Council Chambers

Topics for Workshop

• COMMUNITY APPROACH TO HOUSING and Economic Development
1. Current Growth spurt? - see attached Memo
2. Residential VII ?
3. Commercial I
4. Commercial II
5. Height of issues in Cl, C2, Downtown and RS
6. Affordable housing

• lnclusionary Zoning - for affordable/or open space?

7. Open Space Acquisition Plan?


History
Master Plan Adopted by the Town Council in 2013 

Changes as a result of the Master Plan
• Change Industrial to R 5 at the end of Dean Ave (Thompson Press)
• Allow surface parking lots as primary use in Downtown
• Clean up zone lines in the Downtown
• Rural business (was Neighborhood Commercial) - Washington Street and Spring Street
• Change R4 to RS on West Central near Beaver Street

Zoning in Master Plan not addressed to date
• C-1 issues/options/location

Recent proposed changes not included in the Master Plan
1. Residential VII East Central Street - Citizen/Developer petition
2. Storage Facility moved from CII to industrial - In process
3. Medical Marijuana - State law passed - adopted
4. Recreation Marijuana - State law passed - adopted

Thompson Press building on Dean Ave - future site of 200+ condos

The original agenda document for the Land Use Workshop




The Master Plan can be found on the Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/planning-community-development/pages/master-plan

The 5 part Special Report on the development of the Residential VII zoning proposal can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/01/part-5-full-residential-vii-timeline.html

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - April 12, 2017

The agenda and associated documents for the Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 12. In the first column the agenda items (where there are links) will take you to the supporting documents. 

A. Approval of Minutes	A. Approval of Minutes - March 22, 2017
B. Announcements	B. Announcements: This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast Channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be also recorded by others.
C. Proclamations/Recognition	C. Proclamations/Recognition
D. Citizen Comments	D. Citizen Comments: Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to five 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.
E. Appointments - Franklin Cultural Council	E. Appointments - Franklin Cultural Council
F. Hearings	F. Hearings
G. License Transactions	G. License Transactions
H. Presentations/Discussions	H. Presentations/Discussions: Ligislative Delegation: Senator Karen Spilka, Senator Richard Ross, Representative Jeffrey Roy
I. Subcommittee Reports	I. Subcommittee Reports (provided during the meeting as needed)
J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 17-20: Chapter 61A. Non-Exercise of First Refusal Option -Property located at 4 Mount Street (Motion to Move Resolution 17-20: Majority Vote (5))	1. Resolution 17-20: Chapter 61A. Non-Exercise of First Refusal Option -Property located at 4 Mount Street (Motion to Move Resolution 17-20: Majority Vote (5))
2. Resolution 17-21: Compenation Plan, FY 2018 (Motion to Move Resolution 17-21: Majority vote (5))	2. Resolution 17-21: Compensation Plan, FY 2018 (Motion to Move Resolution 17-21: Majority vote (5))
3. Resolution 17-22:Town Council Apprval of the Resubmittal of Zoning Bylaw Amendment 16-755: Zoning Map Changes from Rural Residential I to Residential VII of an Area on Summer Street ( Motion to Move Resolution 17-22: Majority vote (5))	3. Resolution 17-22:Town Council Approval of the Resubmittal of Zoning Bylaw Amendment 16-755: Zoning Map Changes from Rural Residential I to Residential VII of an Area on Summer Street ( Motion to Move Resolution 17-22: Majority vote (5))
4. Bylaw Amendment 17-787: Amendment to the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 179, Water - 2nd Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 17-787: Majority Roll Call vote (5))	4. Bylaw Amendment 17-787: Amendment to the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 179, Water - 2nd Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 17-787: Majority Roll Call vote (5))
5. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 17-788: Definitions. Brewery, Distillery, or Winery with Tasting Room - Referral to Planning Board (Motion to Refer Bylaw Amendment 17-788 to the Planning Board (Majority Vote (5))	5. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 17-788: Definitions. Brewery, Distillery, or Winery with Tasting Room - Referral to Planning Board (Motion to Refer Bylaw Amendment 17-788 to the Planning Board (Majority Vote (5))
6. Bylaw Amendment 17-789: Amendment to Water System Map - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 17-789 to a 2nd Reading- Majority vote(5))	6. Bylaw Amendment 17-789: Amendment to Water System Map - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 17-789 to a 2nd Reading- Majority vote(5))
7. Bylaw Amendment 17-790: Amendment to Sewer System Map-1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 17-790 to a 2nd Reading- Majority vote(5))	7. Bylaw Amendment 17-790: Amendment to Sewer System Map-1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 17-790 to a 2nd Reading- Majority vote(5))
K. TOWN ADMINISTRATORS REPORT	(provided during the meeting)
L. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS	(provided during the meeting)
M. COUNCIL COMMENTS	(provided during the meeting)
N. EXECUTIVE SESSION	not currently scheduled
O. ADJOURN

Location of the Horace Mann statue to be unveiled May 7, 2017

FHS girls lacrosse tops Sharon 17 - 5

Girls Lacrosse

Sharon, 5 @ Franklin, 17 – Final 

– Sophomore Annie Walsh found the back of the net four times while adding one assist while Julia Jetta also recorded five points, scoring twice and setting up three more tallies to lead the Panthers. Caroline Lounsbury added four goals and Alex Field had five draws and two caused turnovers.

FHS Panthers

This was the only reported result across the Hockomock League on Saturday
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-040817/

Tri-County RVTHS Students Win First Place in the SkillsUSA Chapter Community Service Competition

Three Tri-County RVTHS SkillsUSA students won first place in the SkillsUSA chapter community service competition for high school students. Merna Amaya and Rosa Martines, both of North Attleboro, and Hanna Goudreau of Medway all who are grade 11 Medical careers students created a Kindness Matters campaign for the high school. 

The students will now go on to the SkillsUSA National competition. Kindness Matters is not just another “anti-bullying” campaign. Instead, it’s a pro-kindness message that shows students the power of their words and the power of kindness.

Kindness Matters is a campaign designed to reinforce thoughtful and caring acts among students and their peers. The Tri-County team created a campaign leading an effort to inform their peers about the signs and symptoms of suicide through Kindness Matters. Mema, Rosa and Hannah created several initiatives to promote the campaign. 

(from left) Rosa Martinez, Hanna Goudreau and Merna Amaya

They created Kisses for Kindness in which students were able to send other students inspirational messages in Hershey’s kisses; a Kindness Poster Contest promoting kindness and positivity; an SOS class that was held for Sophomores to teach them about signs of suicide and depression; Room for More which helps students who have no one to sit with at lunch be paired with other students; a Coping Skills Table at the school that displayed positive coping skills; posters were hung up in bathrooms with suicide hotline telephone numbers; and they also sent out surveys to parents on measuring depression with their children.

Kindness Matters is a campaign designed to change the way people interact with each other. It is the legacy of 13 year old Peyton A. James, who took his life after years of bullying. In this world of technology and constant communication, it’s often difficult to escape the ridicule that seems to be everywhere. 

The purpose of Kindness Matters is to change the dialogue that takes place between people every day. Kindness Matters is not just about bullying because not everyone is a “bully.” However, everyone can be a little bit kinder to others. By doing that, we can change the world.

“Random acts of kindness, big and small, can make a difference in someone’s life,” said Superintendent Stephen Dockray. “I am proud of the Tri-County students and this initiative for our school. It is our hope to inspire students to be more thoughtful and caring, knowing that one act of kindness can lead to making a difference in someone’s life.”

Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street in Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.

Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Monthly Meeting - April 11

View this email in your browser Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, April 11th The Rail Trail Committee will have a meeting on Tuesday, April 11 at 7:00 pm at the Franklin YMCA. Topics we will discuss include a proposed DCR Partnership Grant for trail signage and preparations for the 2017 Road Race on May 6.  Also, you can register for the road race at www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/race We look forward to seeing you.   Download this month's agenda (140 KB) Copyright © 2017 Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have opted in to stay informed about the Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Our mailing address is: Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee PO Box 68 Franklin, Ma 02038

"Resubmission requires that a majority of the Council present at a Town Council meeting approve the resubmittal"

TOWN OF FRANKLIN

RESOLUTION 17-22

TOWN COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE RESUBMITTAL OF

ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT 16-775

ZONING MAP CHANGES FROM RURAL RESIDENTIAL I TO

RESIDENTIAL VII OF AN AREA ON SUMMER STREET

WHEREAS, the Franklin Town Council failed to pass Zoning Bylaw Amendment
16-775 at its second reading on January 18, 2017, and

WHEREAS, the proposed bylaw amendment’s sponsor desires to resubmit it to
the Town Council, and

WHEREAS, Franklin Town Council Procedures Manual, Section VIII,
Resubmission requires that a majority of the Council present at a Town Council meeting approve the resubmittal,

NOW THEREFORE, the Franklin Town Council, hereby approves the resubmittal
of Zoning Bylaw Amendment 16-775 for consideration and action, pursuant to the provisions of G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 5, applicable to the reconsideration within two years of a proposed zoning bylaw amendment which has been unfavorably acted upon.

This Resolution shall become effective according to the rules and regulations of
the Town of Franklin Home Rule Charter.


The PDF of this agenda item can be found on the official Town of Franklin page
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/mai/files/17-22_resubmittal_of_zoning_bylaw_amendment_for_summer_st_0.pdf

Voices of Franklin: Sarah Mabardy on the proposal for Summer St rezoning

Dear Town Council,

As a Franklin resident, I am reaching out to express my opposition to the proposed zoning changes for the Summer Street property. While I appreciate a private land owner's desire to maximize personal gain from privately owned land, it is my opinion that the Franklin Town Council and Planning Board should not be complicit in making opportunistic changes that directly contradict the Franklin Master Plan and compromise Franklin's finite resources and infrastructure.

As outlined in Jeff Nutting's letter to council in October 2016 in response to this very subject, there are over 800+ units proposed in Franklin in the not so distant future. Administrator Nutting asks "Does the Town Council want to maintain the zoning plan adopted in the Master Plan or make changes to the plan?" I would amend this question to ask 'Does the Town Council represent the residents of Franklin in their desire to maintain the zoning plan adopted in the Master Plan or make changes to the plan?'

Please take this opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to serving the entire Franklin community in your role as an elected Town Councilor.

Thank you sincerely for your service and for your commitment to our city.

Sarah Mabardy
resident


The Jeff Nutting letter referred to:
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/10/jeff-nuttings-letter-to-town-council.html

Sarah's letter was shared from Facebook with her permission
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1551606135109407/permalink/1864863610450323/


The recap of the Residential 7 zoning was covered in a 5 part Special Series published earlier this year

Part 1

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/01/part-1-residential-vii-area-on-summer.html

Part 2

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/01/part-2-residential-vii-proposal-for.html

Part 3
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/01/part-3-residential-vii-processing.html


Part 4
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/01/part-4-following-residential-vii-bylaw.html

Part 5
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/01/part-5-full-residential-vii-timeline.html

Cook's Farm is being built  on RT 140 as the first Residential VII development in Franklin