Franklin, MA: Town Council - agenda for meeting August 14, 2024

FRANKLIN TOWN COUNCIL

Agenda & Meeting Packet

August 14, 2024 at 7:00 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. Upcoming Town Sponsored Community Events.

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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

a. July 17, 2024

4. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS - None Scheduled.

5. APPOINTMENTS

a. Annual Reappointments and New Appointments of Boards and Committees Members

i. See “Committee Appointments” in packet for names  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/5a_appointments.pdf

6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 7:00 PM

a. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-906: Changes to §185-3. Definitions, Mixed Use Development Definition

i. Legislation for Action #9a   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9a._-_bylaw_amendment_24-906.pdf

b. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-907R: Changes to §185-21 Parking, Loading and Driveway Requirements

i. Legislation for Action #9b   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9b._bylaw_amendment_24-907r.pdf

c. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-908: §185 Attachment 7. Part VI, Addition of Mixed Use Development to Use Regulation Schedule

i. Legislation for Action #9c    https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9c._-_bylaw_amendment_24-908.pdf

d. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-913: Zoning Map Changes from Business to Commercial I, an Area on Union Street Near Franklin Crossing

i. Legislation for Action #9d    https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/9d_2.pdf

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS - None Scheduled.

8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION

a. Presentation & Discussion: 4H Robotics Club

b. Discussion: Legislative Delegation - Senator Rebecca Rausch and Representative Jeffrey Roy

c. Discussion: Norfolk Registry of Deeds Update - Register William O’Donnell

9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION

a. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-906: Changes to §185-3. Definitions, Mixed Use Development Definition - Second Reading

(Motion to Approve Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-906 - ⅔ Majority Roll Call Vote)

b. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-907R: Changes to §185-21 Parking, Loading and Driveway Requirements - Second Reading

(Motion to Approve Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-907R - ⅔ Majority Roll Call Vote)

c. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-908: §185 Attachment 7. Part VI, Addition of Mixed Use Development to Use Regulation Schedule - Second Reading

(Motion to Approve Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-908 - ⅔ Majority Roll Call Vote)

d. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-913: Zoning Map Changes from Business to Commercial I, an Area on Union Street Near Franklin Crossing - Second Reading

(Motion to Approve Zoning Bylaw Amendment 24-913 - ⅔ Majority Roll Call Vote)

e. Resolution 24-51: Gift Acceptance - Fire Department ($100), Senior Center ($10,070), Veterans’ Services Department ($150)

(Motion to Approve Resolution 24-51 - Majority Vote)

f. Resolution 24-52: Revised 2024 Town Council Meeting Schedule

(Motion to Approve Resolution 24-52 - Majority Vote)   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/24-52_-revised_2024_tc_schedule_0.pdf

10. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

11. SUBCOMMITTEE & AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS

a. Capital Budget Subcommittee

b. Economic Development Subcommittee

c. Budget Subcommittee

d. Master Plan Committee

e. Davis-Thayer Reuse Advisory Committee

f. Police Station Building Committee

g. GATRA Advisory Board

12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

13. COUNCILOR COMMENTS

14. EXECUTIVE SESSION

a. To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property, if the Chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body.

15. ADJOURN

Note: Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes

Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

Agenda doc contains remote participation info -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_aug_14_2024.pdf

franklin, MA: Town Council - agenda for meeting August 14, 2024

Chris Flynn talks about video production sharing studio insights in this episode of our Producers Series (audio)

 FM #1257 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1257 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Chris Flynn. Chris is a videographer and currently the Studio Manager for Franklin TV. We had our discussion at the Franklin TV Studios on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

 

We talk about 

• Video editing tools, studio process, scheduling, etc.

• Nonprofit operation and special effects, enhancing creativity

• “Legend of Maul” one of his video projects  

• COVID allowed the introduction of ‘live sports’ and the ‘studio in a box’

• Multiple instances of live broadcast can happen with 3 YouTube channels; All Access, Education/Sports, and Government channels

• MIAA relationship developing show content, including playoff bracket release

• Broadcast of Thanksgiving football game from Fenway Park

• Scheduling studio space, community meetings, and coordination with outdoor sports (weather dependent) 

• Community meeting room getting busier with more regular us by local groups

• If interested in video production, share what you have produced, to further the conversation

• If interested in being part of your own show, we do have a fully functioning kitchen that works well for a cooking show

• Record some number of shows on a given day, edit, and broadcast over a 2-week time slot

• And last but not least, Chris’ backstory on how he got involved

If you are interested in doing a project in video or audio, contact the studio with your idea. Info@Franklin.tv

The recording runs about 53 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Chris. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1257-producer-series-chris-flynn-05-16-24/

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Franklin TV webpage -> https://franklin.tv/ 

FHS football vs. King Philip at Fenway Park Nov 2023 -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6NKgArCIwM 

MIAA playlist of shows -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbAODFjFPJ0zPcUN8EMTdBSUmfubROGsw 

Chris did the video for Jamie Barrett’s "The City Known As The Town Of Franklin" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBV8PWayZlo 

Franklin TV programming guide for Oct 11, 2020 touting the live broadcast efforts for school sports -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/10/franklin-tv-live-sports-events-part-2.html

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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"

Director Chris Flynn, hanging in there in the early days of live broadcasts during COVD

Franklin, MA: Economic Development Subcommittee - agenda for meeting Aug 14 at 5 PM

Economic Development Subcommittee

Agenda & Meeting Packet

August 14, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building

Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 355 East Central Street

Agenda

1. Listening Session with Economic Development Partners

a. 5:05 PM: 495 Partnership

b. 5:20 PM: Metrowest Visitors Bureau

c. 5:35 PM: Tri Valley Chamber of Commerce

d. 5:50 PM: Franklin Downtown Partnership

2. Adjourn

Agenda contains remote participation info ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/_2024-08-14_edc_agenda_1.pdf

Franklin, MA: Economic Development Subcommittee - agenda for meeting Aug 14 at 5 PM

Tri-County: Zero-Cost Training Culinary Arts Program

"Are you interested in starting a career in culinary? We have open spots in our Zero-Cost Culinary Arts Training program!  

Apply here: https://www.tri-county.us/o/tri-county-vocational-tech/page/zero-cost-training"

Zero-Cost Training Culinary Arts Program

Students will learn the entry-level requirements for entering the food service industry. This will include how to safely store, prepare, cook, and serve food products. Participants will develop and understand the required customer service skills to be part of a successful culinary operation.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

• Learn skillsets required to begin a career in the Culinary Arts Industry. Including essential employability and entrepreneurial skills. 
• Achieve Industry Certifications required for all aspects of the food industry
• Career Fair at completion of program with businesses seeking employees
• Learn entrepreneurial skills based on a Food Truck model industry that applies to all facets of the Culinary Arts profession.

Program runs Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 4 PM -  9:30 PM

www.tri-county.us

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Franklin TV: Our Open Board Meeting – and Good Eats - Aug 17

It’s a Block Party. August 17th at Our Studio

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 08/11/2023

This year our Annual Open Board Meeting will take place as our neighborhood block party at our 23 Hutchinson St. studios. Come one. Come all. Come Hungry.

Join us, This Saturday, August 17th at 3 PM.

If you plan to attend, please RSVP to: info@franklin.tv

It’s open to all Franklin businesses and residents. We’ll meet-and-greet and enjoy the day starting at 3:00pm. Enjoy some great food, music and fun. You can also tour our studios and learn about Franklin●TV and wfpr●fm. We’ll also review the past year’s progress and plans for the future. At our meeting you may cast a vote for new and/or renewing board positions.

Excerpt from FCCA bylaws: (Available on our website.)

Section 15. Election of Director by the Membership (a) Members shall be notified by the Clerk of the election of a director by the Membership at the Annual Meeting. Said notice shall be in accordance with the notice provisions of Section 4 of this Article IV. (b) Any eligible voting Member may be nominated for election to the position of Director by:

(i) Written notification to the Clerk no later than seven (7) days prior to Annual Meeting; or (ii) By nomination from the floor of the Annual Meeting made and seconded by no less than three (3) eligible voting members.

Thanks to our board members who contribute their time and energy to help make Franklin●TV all that a public access TV studio can be. If you would like to become involved either as a volunteer or to create your own TV or radio programs at Franklin●TV and wfpr●fm, just send an email to: info@franklin.tv with your contact information. You can also call us to discuss and explore your ideas. 508-541-4118.

Please join us at our Franklin●TV event. Again, it’s Saturday, August 17th starting at 3:00pm. Our brief open board meeting begins at 4:00pm. Come meet, greet, chow down, have fun, and learn all about local TV and radio in Franklin.

See you then.

And – as always –

Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm. 

And, thank you for watching.

 

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf   

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The Franklin Art Association's 2024 Season Begins on September 4, 2024

The Franklin Art Association invites all art lovers to join us at our first meeting of the 2024 season on Wednesday, September 4 meeting at 6:30 pm.  Refreshments will be served at the break.  Our meetings are held at the Franklin Senior Center and are always free to the public.

We will warmly greet Guest Demo-Artist, Kim Morin Weineck, our fine art painter for this month’s public demonstration. She will be giving a fine art gouache, step by step demonstration.  

The Franklin Art Association's 2024 Season Begins on September 4, 2024

Kim Weineck works in pastel, watercolor and gouache artist mediums. She belongs to local art associations and is a Signature Member of the Pastel Painters Society of Cape Cod. Kim’s work is widely collected and she has won numerous awards. She is a graduate with distinction from Massachusetts College of Art and Design; she enjoys teaching workshops around the country. Her work can be found at Gallery 9 in Norwood, Zullo Gallery in Medfield, the Design Center at Franklin Mill Store and other venues.  For more examples of her work see www.kimweineck.com. 

She lives in Norfolk, MA. with her husband and two daughters and is often inspired by local landscapes. 

The Franklin Art Association is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Franklin Cultural Council, Franklin Cultural District and www.franklinart.org.  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

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NYTimes.com: The Best and Worst States for Retirement

Best and Worst States for Retirement

From The New York Times: "The Best and Worst States for Retirement"

"A new study ranks the 50 states on metrics including affordability, health care costs and weather. The upshot: head south."

"If the rankings seem all over the literal and theoretical map, here are the factors Bankrate used to reach its conclusions, and how they were weighted: affordability (40 percent), overall well-being (25 percent), quality and cost of health care (20 percent), weather (10 percent), and crime (5 percent)."

Shared from -> (subscription maybe required)
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/08/realestate/the-best-and-worst-states-for-retirement.html?smid=em-share

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, August 10, 2024?

Saturday, August 10

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

10:00am Touch-Tractor-& a -Truck event (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

10:30am Ed Popielarczyk Magic Show (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm Chess Group (Franklin Public Library)

4:00pm The Groove Quartet (La Cantina Winery)

8:00pm Karaoke Night (La Cantina Winery)

8:00pm Karaoke Night (Raillery Public House)

**  NO  Town Meetings today   **

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

Update on the Kristi Kirshe Celebration - Aug 20, 2024 at 6 PM on the Town Common

An update from Franklin Recreation:

"Franklin's own Olympic hero, Kristi Kirshe, will be returning from Paris to Franklin, MA on Monday, August 19.  

We invite you to join us for a welcome home celebration on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the Franklin Town Common, located at 200 Main Street. 

The evening will feature a police escort by the Franklin Police, followed by a brief ceremony where Kristi will be honored with citations from State Representative Jeffrey Roy and the Franklin Town Council. 

Residents will have the opportunity to hear Kristi share her inspiring journey from Franklin Youth Sports through Franklin High School, Williams College, and her achievements with the United States Women’s Rugby Team during a question and answer session hosted by Myfm 101.3 Ray Auger.  

• Franklin TV will broadcast the whole ceremony on their YouTube channel 
• A photo session will follow immediately after the event

Please join us in welcoming home Kristi.

Update on the Kristi Kirshe Celebration - Aug 20, 2024 at 6 PM on the Town Common

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Franklin, MA: Franklin School Committee - Agenda for Aug 13, 2024

Franklin School Committee 

August 13, 2024 - 7:00 P.M.

Municipal Building – Council Chambers 

Agenda

“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.”

Call to Order Mr. Callaghan

Pledge of Allegiance

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills Mr. Callaghan

C. Payroll Mr. McNeill

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. Summer Learning Update

B. 2024 Annual Report Draft Review

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. FEF VOTES

I recommend: That Franklin Public Schools, a department of the Town of Franklin, Massachusetts, hereby agrees, subject to authorization of the Supreme Judicial Court pursuant to the provisions of Section 11A(d) of Chapter 180 of the Massachusetts General Laws, as amended, to accept the funds, assets and property of the FRANKLIN EDUCATION FOUNDATION, Inc. (the "Foundation") to be used for the purposes of supporting and benefitting the Franklin Public Schools that are under the direction of the Franklin School Committee, including without limitation, the promotion of the development of innovative curriculum, and to support key system-wide activities, such as enrichment experiences through programs, equipment and services, that enhance the quality of public education in Franklin schools; and to expend or use said funds, assets and property solely in furtherance of said stated purposes and in accordance with the authorization of the Supreme Judicial Court.

B. I recommend That the Superintendent of Schools is authorized to take all actions required or desirable to carry out the foregoing vote, including but not limited to signing an Assent to the Foundation's Motion for Entry of Interlocutory Order and, upon receipt of the donation, signing an Affidavit of Receipt. 

C. Policy First Reading / Elimination

I recommend eliminating Policy JJEA-Crowdfunding and moving GBEBD-Online Fundraising and Solicitations, Crowdfunding to a second reading as detailed. 

D. One-Time Funds Acceptance

I recommend the acceptance of one million dollars from the Town as one-time funds as detailed.

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. None

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes from your June 27, 2024 Special Meeting and July 9, 2024 regular meeting as detailed.

B. Remington Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $94.17 from Shutterfly for in-house enrichment for RMS as detailed.

C. Parmenter Gift

I recommend acceptance of the donation of school supplies (valued at

$1,000.00) from the Kids in Need Foundation for Parmenter Elementary School as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order

VIII.  Citizen’s Comments

IX. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

X. Adjournment

The agenda doc also contains remote participation information -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/franklin_school_committee_meeting_6.pdf

Franklin, MA: Franklin School Committee - Agenda for Aug 13, 2024

Master Plan Subcommittee meetings for the week of Aug 12, 2024

Master Plan Subcommittee meetings for the week of Aug 12

• Community Services, Facilities & Circulation (CSFC) Subcommittee

Event Date:  Monday, August 12, 2024 - 6:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/csfc_subcommittee_agenda_-_august_12th_2024.pdf

• Land Use & Zoning Subcommittee Meeting

Event Date:  Tuesday, August 13, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/landusezoningagenda_-_2024-08-13.pdf

Master Plan Subcommittee meetings for the week of Aug 12, 2024

Beaver Street Interceptor: Construction Update for the Week of August 12 - 16, 2024

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI)

 

 

 

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI ) Construction Update for the Week of August 12!

Monday (8/12) - Friday (8/16) the construction crew will be working on Grove Street from Rt. 140 south towards the MBTA train tracks between the hours of 7am - 4pm.  There will be limited lane closures on Grove Street during this time please follow posted detour signs for directions.

Also, starting on Monday there will be a crew setting up erosion control barriers in a wooded easement off Fisher Street.  No traffic disruptions are expected from this work. 

At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with installation of steel beam bracing on sheet piles. 

Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.

Beaver Street Interceptor: Construction Update for the Week of August 12 - 16, 2024

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

 

Beaver Street Interceptor Rehabilitation/Replacement Project

This project consists of the replacement and repair of Franklin's largest piece of sewer infrastructure,
originally constructed in 1914.

Shared from ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor

Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee: August Monthly Meeting - Aug 13

Hello!  

Tuesday night we will have our monthly meeting at Franklin.TV, 23 Hutchinson Street, Franklin at 7 PM. The meeting will be BYOB.  We'd love to see you there!

Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee

The minutes from our previous meeting can be found here on our web site.

The agenda for this month's meeting is here.

Among the items to be discussed will be the results of last month's survey which we received 51 suggestions from 32 responders.

51 suggestions from 32 responders

Warm regards,

Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee

https://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/

NYTimes.com: Childhood Vaccines Aren’t Just Saving Lives. They’re Saving Money

From The New York Times: "Childhood Vaccines Aren't Just Saving Lives. They're Saving Money."

Over the past three decades, routine immunizations have prevented 1.1 million deaths and saved the United States $540 billion, the C.D.C. estimated.

"There’s no way to put a price on the pain and suffering prevented by childhood vaccines. But as it turns out, you can pinpoint the savings to the country.

For nearly three decades, childhood vaccines — including those that target measles, tetanus and diphtheria — have saved the United States $540 billion in health care costs, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Routine childhood vaccinations have prevented approximately 508 million cases of illness, 32 million hospitalizations and 1,129,000 deaths, the agency estimated on Thursday."

Shared from -> https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/09/health/childhood-vaccines.html?smid=em-share

Direct link to CDC Report -> https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/73/wr/mm7331a2.htm

NYTimes.com: Childhood Vaccines Aren’t Just Saving Lives. They’re Saving Money

Town of Franklin: IFB - Phase 8 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project

IFB - Phase 8 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project

In accordance with MGL c. 30 section 39m, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to seek sealed bids for the Phase 8 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project.

Additional Information:  Phase 8 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/purchasing/bids/ifb-phase-8-sanitary-sewer-rehabilitation-project

Town of Franklin: IFB - Phase 8 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project

State tax sale weekend, yup, this one, this year, is SATURDAY & SUNDAY (810-8/11)

"The state’s annual sales tax holiday arrives this weekend, bringing some relief to shoppers and the chance to save on some big-ticket items.

On Saturday and Sunday, retail items under $2,500 will be exempt from the 6.25 percent Massachusetts sales tax.

Only items bought for personal use are eligible. Purchases by corporations or businesses, or by individuals purchasing an item for business use, will still be taxed.

Here’s what to know as you plan your weekend of shopping."

Continue reading about the sale tax weekend -> (subscription maybe required)

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/08/09/business/massachusetts-tax-free-weekend-holiday-2024-what-to-know/

State tax sale weekend, yup, this one, this year, is SATURDAY & SUNDAY (810-8/11)