"Learn about the journey of one of our own Brianna Boothe from student to co op employee to instructor.
Along the way Ms. Boothe gives plentiful advice and guidance, all born out of her experiences in and around the TC community."
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"So much to see and do at the Senior Center this week!
Celebrate the solar eclipse with us!
Movies, crafts, music and more."
Franklin Senior Center full calendar -> https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month
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| Senior Center events for the week of April 8 |
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| Rep Jeff Roy works with members of the Empty Bowls Club to create a ceramic piece |
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. Upcoming Town Sponsored Community Events
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.
a. March 13, 2024 https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/march_13_2024_tc_meeting_minutes.pdf
a. Design Review Commission - Priya Natarjanhttps://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/5a._design_review_commission_-_priya_natarjan.pdf
a. License Modification - Change of Officers & Change of Stock Interest of a Section 15 Retail Package Store License: Table & Vine, Inc. Located at 348 East Central St., Franklin, MA 02038i. License Transaction #7a.https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/7a._1_license_transaction_-_table_vine_change_of_officers_stock_interest_-_google_docs.pdfb. New Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License and Approval of Michael Gannon as the Manager - Shikshapatri Corporation d/b/a Dacey’s Market & Deli, Located at 353 Lincoln St., Franklin, MA 02038i. License Transaction #7b.https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/7b._1_license_transaction_-_new_section_15_all_alcohol_license_-_daceys_-_google_docs.pdf
a. License Modification - Change of Officers & Change of Stock Interest of a Section 15 Retail Package Store License: Table & Vine, Inc. Located at 348 East Central St., Franklin, MA 02038b. New Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License and Approval of Michael Gannon as the Manager - Shikshapatri Corporation d/b/a Dacey’s Market & Deli, Located at 353 Lincoln St., Franklin, MA 02038
a. Franklin Town Council Support for Proposed GL Chapter 40B Affordable Housing Project at 444 East Central Street Pursuant to DHCD’s Local Initiative Program (LIP): Friendly 40Bi. Town Administrator Memo, 40B Process Outlinehttps://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a_1_-_presentation_friendly_40b_stobbarts.pdfii. Project Presentationhttps://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a._2_central_st_residences_tc_presentation_041024_v17_pdf_final.pdfiii. Current Project Planshttps://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a._3_csr_preliminary_plans_update_tc_040324.pdfiv. Town Board/Committee and staff comment lettershttps://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a._4_letters.pdfv. Related articles on the need for housinghttps://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/8a._articles.pdf
a. Resolution 24-16: Franklin Town Council Support for Proposed GL Chapter 40B Affordable Housing Project at 444 East Central Street Pursuant to DHCD’s Local Initiative Program (LIP): Friendly 40B (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-16 - Majority Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9a._resolution_24-16_-_444_east_central_st._friendly_40b_-_google_docs.pdf
b. Resolution 24-17: Local Acceptance of GL Chapter 166 Section 32A (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-17 - Majority Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9b_0.pdf
c. Resolution 24-18: Gift Acceptance - Veterans’ Services Department ($2,250), Senior Center ($1,500) (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-18 - Majority Vote)https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9c._gift_acceptance_-_vets_dept._sr._ctr_historical_museum.pdf
a. Capital Budget Subcommitteeb. Economic Development Subcommitteec. Budget Subcommitteed. Master Plan Committeee. Davis-Thayer Reuse Advisory Committeef. Police Station Building Committeeg. GATRA Advisory Board
a. To review and approve minutes from March 13, 2024 Town Council Executive Session
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| Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda for meeting Wednesday, April 10, 2024 |
"It’s finally back: episode two of the T-co Topical is out now!
On this episode, we discuss our final production of the season, Peter and the Starcatcher!
Additionally, we look back on Legally Blonde and Flowers for Algernon, look forward to the Ocean State Star Awards, and get ready for our next adventure as FHSTC!"
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| FHS Theater Co shares T-co Topical - episode 2 (audio) |
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| Can you be a volunteer driver for the Franklin Office of Meals on Wheels? |
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| Wahlburgers at the Plainridge Park Casino |
"Come join us!
Painting Venus at The Curry House
Have a night out with some friends, support a good cause
and local business.
Seating is limited The Curry House
From the Raillery Public House:
"Start out your April vacation with Elsa!"
Make your reservation online for the Raillery -> https://raillerypub.com/
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| Elsa scheduled to appear at the Raillery Public House - April 15 |
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| Master Plan Update Cmte: Sustainability Subcommittee Agenda for April 16, 2024 |
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| Sign up to perform with the Franklin Public Schools Music Department at PorchFest - June 1 |
The contractor has made great progress this week, so starting Monday April 8th Old West Central between Rt. 140 to Pond Street will be back open to two way traffic. The dead end section of Old West Central serving Ledgewood Condominiums and Franklin Crossing will continue to be closed at Tri-County Drive. Those residents will continue to use the right hand turn only detour onto Rt 140 by the
Dunkin Donuts.
For Monday only, the entrance to Tri-County Drive at Old West Central will remain closed. All Tri-County traffic will need to enter and exit via the Pond Street Entrance.
We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.
BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov
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| Interactive construction detour map & updates |
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor
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| ‘Call for Artists’ for public Sculpture Park |
The arts and culture sector plays a vital role in enriching the fabric of the Franklin community as we strive to build a vibrant and inclusive municipality. Investing in arts and culture initiatives is essential for driving economic development, strengthening social cohesion, and nurturing a sense of identity among community members.
A. Review of AgendaB. Payment of Bills Mr. CallaghanC. Payroll Mr. McNeillD. FHS Student Representative CommentsE. Superintendent’s Report
A. Horace Mann Highlights
A. FY25 Budget VoteI recommend approval of the FY25 School Budget in the amount of$81,319,261.00 as discussed. https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_a_-_fy25_budget_vote.pdf
B. School Choice VoteI recommend that the School Committee not accept new School Choice students for the 2024-2025 School year as discussed.
C. Policy – 2nd Reading / AdoptionI recommend adoption of policy JFABB – Admittance of Foreign Exchange Students as discussed.
A. Approval of MinutesI recommend approval of the minutes from the March 19, 2024 SchoolCommittee Meeting as detailed.B. FEF GiftI recommend acceptance of a check for $3,500.00 from the Franklin Education Foundation for supplemental supplies as detailed.C. Keller GiftI recommend acceptance of a check for $6900.00 from the Keller PCC for Field Trips as detailed.D. Music GiftsI recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $455.00 from Music parents as detailed:$40.00 Parent In-house enrichment$415.00 Parents Field TripE. Oak St. Recurring Prov. Children’s Museum Field TripI recommend approval of the request of Brad Hendrixson to take 1st graders to the Providence RI Children’s Museum on May 2, 2024 as detailed.F. Oak St. Recurring RW Zoo Field TripI recommend approval of the request of Brad Hendrixson to take 2nd graders to Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, RI on June 6, 2024 as detailed.G. ASMS GiftI recommend acceptance of a check for $3,760.00 from the ASMS PCC for field trips as detailed.
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| Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for the meeting scheduled for April 9, 2024 at 7 PM |
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| Franklin, MA: School Committee subcommittee meetings - April 9 & April 10 |
