State Rep Jeff Roy provides a Legislative Update - 06/04/26 (video & audio)

FM #1757 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1757 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with State Representative Jeffrey Roy. We had our discussion virtually via Zoom on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

 

We talk about 

• His legislative work on the budget, timing of the legislative session

• Prior work on higher education, current work on manufacturing 

• Earmarks for Medway & Franklin including the World Cup Fan Zone

• Whole lot happening in Franklin now through the summer

The show notes include links to Jeff's legislative page and campaign page. 

The recording runs about 37 minutes, so let’s listen in.

Video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRLwLOShel8

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1757-representative-jeff-roy-a-legislative-update-06-04-26/

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Representative Roy’s House page - https://malegislature.gov/People/Profile/JNR1 

Jeff’s campaign page - http://jeffreyroy.com/ 

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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

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

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 it!

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FHS girls softball playoff run ends vs. Shrewsbury (video)

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Saturday, June 6, 2026

Softball = Division 1

#12 Franklin, 5 @ #4 Shrewsbury, 6 – Final

HockomockSports.com photo gallery of the game  (subscription required) -  https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2025-2026/Spring-2026/Franklin-Shrewsbury-Softball-06-06-26

Franklin TV video for replay = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBOpcB6iaJw

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-06-06-26/

FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com

Franklin TV: FHS Panthers Graduate

Another Lovely Poignant Evening

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 06/07/2026

Every graduation is a special event. This year our Panthers wrapped up another graduation, and the evening was spectacularly Summery.

FHS Class of 2026 graduation ceremony

Hats in the air, and a new group of FHS graduates become tomorrow’s successes.

Go, Panthers!

And – as always –

Thank you for watching.

Thanks for listening to wfpr●fm, 

and staying informed at Franklin●news

Link to the Franklin TV video of the graduation - https://www.youtube.com/live/I771n9tYbSI?&t=671  

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

Watch Listen Read all things that matter in Franklin MA

Finance Committee votes to recommend FY 2027 budget, a minor adjustment to round 2 of Capital Authorizations (video)

The Finance Committee met on Wednesday, June 3 as scheduled to review the updated FY 2027 budget and vote on it and the measures associated with it. All 9 members participated, 8 in Council Chambers and 1 remotely via Zoom. All votes were recorded via roll call.

The Franklin TV video is available for replay - https://www.youtube.com/live/FR_5FicbhCM?&t=208

Agenda doc - https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2346 

Recap:

Motion to recommend the adjusted FY 2027 budget $ 179,284,565 which uses free cash of $1m plus Second 

Clarification on going from $2.1 to $1.1 for use of free cash

Passes 9-0 via roll call

Resolution 26-27 MECC Stabilization Transfer to FY27 Operating Budget

Special purpose fund

Moved, second, passes via roll call 9-0

Resolution 26-28 Salary Schedule: Full Time Elected Official (Town Clerk)

State law requires separate vote

So moved, second, passes 9-0 via roll call

Resolution 26-29 Expenditure Limits For FY27 on Departmental Revolving Funds

State law requires, dedicated revolving funds for the purpose, expenses adjusted as needed 

So moved, second, passes 9-0 via roll call

Resolution 26-33 Capital Round 2

ma-franklin.civicplus.com

So moved, second,

Discussion on use of the auditors to provide some guidance on providing for the claims through June 30 but would be filed after July 1

Need the cash and a plan for an "oops"

Question on the code review for Parmeter, this was a recommendation from the Police Station Building Cmte in January

Q on the Senior Center sprinkler system, vendor selection underway

No money left for the fire truck? The bond anticipation note is in the budget, could be part of the free cash discussion next year 

Not really making capital investments with free cash, just buying time plugging holes here and there 

Motion to amend the resolution by the Parmenter code review and use that for fire truck stabilization account Amendment roll call passes 5 yes, 4 no 

Motion on the resolution as amended passes 8-1 via roll call

Resolution 26-34 Appropriation From Group Insurance Trust Fund

ma-franklin.civicplus.com

So moved, second, via roll call passes 9-0

Resolution 26-35 Ambulance Transfer and Appropriation

lead time is now 24 months, so the money already ready for it can place the order now for delivery later

So moved, second, passes 9-0 via roll call 

Resolution 26-23 Community Preservation Fund: Annual Appropriation and Reservation

So moved, second, clarification on the allocation per state requirement 

Passes 9-0 via roll call

Resolution 26-24 on amended Project Slate from CPC

So moved, second discussion Q on municipal housing trust allocation from CPA 

Finally the vote passes 9-0 via roll call

Resolution 26-30 Snow & Ice Stabilization Transfer to Operating BudgetFY26

So moved, second, passes 9-0 via roll call 

No FEMA funds expected

Resolution 26-31 Capital FY26 Stormwater Enterprise Fund Appropriation Move $90k for asset management grant

So moved, second, via roll call passes 9-0

0Discussion on the stabilization account balances Any changes to it would be through the fiscal policy which determines the allocations from free cash Timings can affect the balances Audit report is coming in July due to Town Council and schedules and other items

My Notes in one PDF - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-xvjEmKCCw_H0m67ex_Dz4l5l6VsorYr/view?usp=drive_link

Volunteers needed for the Inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament - June 14

via Franklin Fathers

Calling all Volunteers!

@franklinfathers is in need of volunteers on Sunday, 6/14, at our inaugural Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament.

We’ve got shifts available from 8AM set up to 4PM break down, so there’s a spot for everyone and plenty to do!

High schoolers — if you’re in need of hours for any reason, we’re happy to commit.

• Sign up via the Google Form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_kXGteo2WtVp9_P4StBpOURp-jFwKDlhXJW0C9CFD3aedog/viewform

• or email us at franklinfathersma@gmail.com

#community

#franklinma

Car wash fund raising effort to support the FHS Gymnastics Team - June 19

Car wash fund raising effort to support the FHS Gymnastics Team -  June 19

"COME SUPPORT FHS GYMNASTICS‼️‼️

06/19 @ Franklin Car Wash"

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DZLRrZcs2Y5/

Creative Corner: Summer is for Sewing!

Creative Corner: Summer is for Sewing! 

Summer is for Sewing!

Come create some fun projects with up and coming young textile artist Ryan OLeach.

Spots are limited to keep the class small for one on one instruction.

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1D13ELVVXw/

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday, June 7, 2026

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm
schedule for Sunday, June 7, 2026

Yes, Franklin has its own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a schedule full of the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

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

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, June 6, 2026 ???

Saturday, June 6

Restaurant Week (Day 7/7)

7:00am Fishing Derby (Franklin Rod & Gun Club)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

11:45am Reading of Wrentham/Franklin Declaration of Independence (Franklin Historical Museum)

12:00pm PorchFest 2026 - see schedule at Franklin.Porchfest.Info

12:00pm Fakes & Forgeries (Franklin Historical Museum)

7:00pm Ken Barney (live music) (Quarterdeck)

7:30pm ONCE (THE BLACK BOX)

8:00pm Karaoke at The Raillery (Raillery Public House)

For additional details on Library events ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

*** NO Town Meetings today   ***

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

Franklin PorchFest 2026 – Saturday, June 6, from 12 PM to 6 PM

Franklin PorchFest 2026 – This Saturday, June 6, from 12 PM to 6 PM

This year's PorchFest features more than 50 bands performing on over 30 porches throughout Franklin's Cultural District. Enjoy an afternoon of live music, discover new local talent, and experience the community spirit that makes PorchFest such a special event.

Start planning your day now! Visit Franklin.PorchFest.Info to view the performance schedule, porch locations, and music genres.

Admission is FREE, so grab your friends, family, and neighbors and join us for a day filled with music throughout Franklin! 

Visit Franklin.PorchFest.Info for the band's schedule and porch locations.

Related posts on PorchFest

• The Franklin PorchFest 2026 web page has the details you need to find & listen to good music  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/06/the-franklin-porchfest-2026-web-page.html

• Porchfest performers by time of performance on Saturday, June 6, 2026  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/06/porchfest-performers-by-time-of.html

• 2026 Franklin PorchFest schedule by porch by schedule by performers  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/06/m2026-franklin-porchfest-schedule-by.html

• Get a good seat behind the scenes at Franklin PorchFest by Volunteering !!!  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/06/get-good-seat-behind-scenes-at-franklin.html

2 School Committee meetings on Tuesday, Policy at 6 PM; full Committee at 7 PM

Two School Committee meetings scheduled for Tuesday. The Policy Subcommittee meets at 6 PM, then the full committee meets at 7 PM. The agenda docs for both meetings are listed here

• Franklin School Committee Policy Subcommittee Meeting

Tuesday, June 9 Time: 6:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-2355 

• Franklin School Committee Meeting

Tuesday, June 9 Time: 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-2356 

Call to Order Dr. Griffith

Announcements from the Chair

Pledge of Allegiance 

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills Mr. Callaghan

C. Payroll Dr. Griffith

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. FPS Operations and Facilities Update

B. FPS District AI Committee Progress Update

III. Citizen’s Comment

IV. Discussion/Action Items

A.   ACCEPT Board Appointment

I recommend the appointment of Superintendent, Lucas Giguere to serve as the Franklin representative to the 2026-2027 ACCEPT Board of Directors as discussed.

B.   Policy – 2nd Reading/Adoption

I recommend the adoption of Policy IMGB – Therapy/Emotional Support Dogs as discussed.

C.   Superintendent’s Evaluation Report

I recommend the approval of the Superintendent’s Report as discussed.

V. Discussion Only Items

A. Monthly Financial Report

VI. 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 May 26, 2026 meeting as detailed.

B.   FHS Scholarship

I recommend the acceptance of $1000.00, a Fidelity Charitable donation honoring the Fernando P. Baglioni Memorial as detailed.

C.   Lincoln 3-5 Gift

I recommend the acceptance of $2,972.72 from Shutterfly for supplemental supplies as detailed.

D.   FHS Gift

I recommend the acceptance of $15.94 from Ohiopyle for supplemental supplies as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order VIII.

IX. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

X. Executive Session

A. As per M.G.L. c. 30A, § 213. (3) To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares

XI. Adjournment

Sue Regan talks about working at the Town of Franklin Passport Acceptance Office (audio)

FM #1756 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1756 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Sue Regan, Passport Acceptance Agent. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Monday, June 1, 2026.

 

We talk about 

• Certification of the agent annually

• Schedule an appointment for new or renewal

• Bring the key certified documents required

• Photos available at the office

The show notes include the link to the Passport Acceptance Office page.

The recording runs about 25 minutes, so let’s listen in.

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1756-franklin-ma-passport-acceptance-office-06-01-26/

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Franklin Passport Acceptance Office page ->  

https://www.franklinma.gov/248/Passport-Acceptance-Office

Schedule an appointment ->  https://townoffranklinpassportacceptancefacility.as.me/schedule/9b4af9b0 

Passport Tip Sheet  https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/492/DS-11-Tip-Sheet-PDF

Passport Renewal Tip Sheet

https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/491/DS-82-How-To-Renew-Tip-Sheet-PDF 

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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

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

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 it!

------------------

You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Franklin High School Class of 2026 Graduation (video)

The Franklin TV live stream broadcast of the Class of 2026 graduation on Friday, June 5, 2026 is available for replay anytime -

 https://www.youtube.com/live/I771n9tYbSI?&t=626

Franklin High School Class of 2026 Graduation (video)

Boston Globe: "another example of local leadership combining neighborliness with civic boosterism"

Via the Boston Globe

"This Saturday, at least four Massachusetts communities will host a Porchfest of their own, including Newton, Medford, Franklin, and Dorchester (“Dorchfest”). Arlington and the Fenway neighborhood are coming up on June 20, and the second annual Cambridge Porchfest is set for July 11.

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In Norfolk County, the Town of Franklin (as it’s officially known, though it now has city government) will host its third Porchfest this weekend. Mixing private residences with municipal spaces in Franklin’s Cultural District, this Porchfest is another example of local leadership combining neighborliness with civic boosterism.

“What’s unique about us is we’re not only on porches but on town property,” said John Lopresti, chair of Franklin’s Cultural District Committee. They’ll have music on the Franklin Town Common, at the Historical Museum, and on the steps of the Franklin Public Library, the nation’s first.

“We wanted to expand it, really bring the beauty of Franklin [by] showcasing these historical assets,” Lopresti said."

Continue reading the article with this shared link - 

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/06/04/arts/porchfest-editions-massachusetts/?s_campaign=sharetool_copypaste_view

Franklin PorchFest schedule can be found - https://franklin.porchfest.info/map/#schedule

Are you ready for the Franklin Police Annual Golf Tournament - Aug 31, 2026 at Franklin Country Club ???

Mark your calendars for August 31, 2026 and join us at Franklin Country Club for a great day of golf, community, and giving back!

This isn’t just a tournament—it’s our ONLY annual fundraiser, and it directly supports so much in our community, including:

• Scholarships for Franklin High School seniors
• Local youth sports teams
• Events like the annual luncheon at the Senior Center
• Supplemental support for our holiday toy drive
• …and more

Scan the QR code OR register here:   https://birdease.com/35204

✔️ Register your foursome

✔️ Explore sponsorship opportunities

✔️ Make a donation if you’d like to support the cause

Whether you’re playing, sponsoring, or donating—every bit makes a difference right here in Franklin.

Grab your friends, swing for a cause, and help us continue giving back to the community we’re proud to serve 

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BVK9VG3wV/

Sunday Funday at Fairmount Fruit Farm - June 7 through August 30, 2026

Sunday Funday at Fairmount Fruit Farm - June 7 through August 30, 2026.  For additional details each week visit - https://www.fairmountfruit.com/

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, June 6, 2026

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm
schedule for Saturday, June 6, 2026

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

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