Attending: Roche, Bartlett, Cameron, Hardesty, Nutting, Wilschek, Kelly, Ogden, Trahan,
Absent: Whalen, Zollo
Zollo sending info to Hardesty
Whalen acquiring data, Jeff to help with Town figures
The more data that is easily available, the better story we should be able to tell
Assumptions - these are the types that we would have. We already have the beginning of a model with assumptions already built into it. In some cases (i.e. the big ones only), we may pick a point to do a range, and explain the range, why, wherefores, etc. This range also allows a sensitivity analysis to be done on the numbers.
After 5-6 on the expense side and another 5-6 on the revenue side, there really isn't something that significant.
Kelly provided the Frequently Asked Questions. Many of which have been or at least can easily be answered, some will be addressed by the report. If any are left, they still should be answered via hand-out or other publication (i.e. I have offered to post the FAQ's with answers here).
The Governors proposal would increase a maximum of 2% in the hotel and the meals tax.
Franklin would stand to gain a total of about $1 million from the combined taxes.
Nutting: "I can't think of a year when the town did not have revenue growth. Even when they cut lottery, the school population growth was still generating Chapter 70 increases for Franklin."
We are almost ready to start the financial model. Year 1 in the model needs to be fiscal 2010.
HR Matters - provided previously, should be all set on this now. Did send this to Hardesty in softcopy.
This is where we have been, this where we are, this is where we are going. These are the three chapters of the story we need to tell.
Road discussion, even with our plan we are falling behind. We are using state money or water money to work the roads. If the water main work gets done, we do the road. If the water main doesn't need work, it won't get done. The Town hasn't budgeted for road repair since 2002 or 2003.
The underfunded liability for GASB 45 needs to be outlined.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
"It's a good, positive program"
Milford Daily News
FRANKLIN —
At the recommendation of Police Chief Stephen T. Williams, Town Council unanimously voted to suspend the liquor licenses of two establishments for serving teenagers working in a sting.
At hearings last night, the owners of Pepper Terrace Restaurant at 400 Village Drive and Cottage Street Pub & Grill at 158 Cottage St. said they did not dispute the facts in the police findings. They apologized for the offenses and promised to ensure their employees complied with serving laws.
Police conducted three types of compliance checks - underage stings, checking hot spots for parties with underage drinking and "shoulder taps," where undercover operatives hang out at a liquor store and ask someone to buy them alcohol - on Jan. 17, Williams said.
Read the full article on this item from Wednesday's town council meeting in the Milford Daily News here.
Why not have a Middle and High school mentor program?
Every one should have a mentor. Our youth would benefit greatly from a mentor relationship. At least one high school has a "Dream Mentor Program". It would be worth looking at to try and do something similar for our middle and high school students.
What is the Purpose of the Dream Mentor Program?Read more about the Dream Mentor Program here
The word “Dreams” provides a sense of comfort and confidentiality that is required when one is confiding trust and passion to another in hope reality can be achieved. The aim of the program will be to:
1. Fostering academic (thinking) development
2. Preparing students to be informed, caring, and productive citizens of society
3. Preparing students for higher education
4. Preparing students for the world of work.
Town Council Mtg Smry - 02/04/09
This is the collection of postings from the Town Council Meeting 2/4/09
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Live reporting - Administrator update/Council Comments
Administrator updates:
Nutting
Community builders working by the ice rink should have construction complete by the end of the year.
No immediate need to take action on the $300,000 cut by the state, this will be absorbed.
FY 2010 will be short about $5.2 million, there will be layoffs to account for that deficit. Early in March will be looking for the council to set direction on priorities.
Also provided an update on the hotel/meal tax which could account for approx. $850,000 for Franklin.
Whalen - Are we getting a report from Mike on the New Year's incident?
Nutting - pulling together the insurance numbers now, we can come back early in March with the full package.
Zollo - perhaps Nutting should make a presentation on where the numbers are coming from for the budget to help ensure accurate information.
Nutting - should be able to do so for the March 4th meeting
McGann - Veterans monument ordered and possible for arrival by Memorial Day
Doak - capital subcommittee report, I want to thank Brutus (DPW Director) for creative thinking to arrange for additional savings for the replacement of two pieces of equipment.
Mason - thank the various department heads for putting together reasonable requests. Thanks to Brutus and the DPW for a fine job keeping the roads clean. It has been a tough season but they have done well.
Nutting
Community builders working by the ice rink should have construction complete by the end of the year.
No immediate need to take action on the $300,000 cut by the state, this will be absorbed.
FY 2010 will be short about $5.2 million, there will be layoffs to account for that deficit. Early in March will be looking for the council to set direction on priorities.
Also provided an update on the hotel/meal tax which could account for approx. $850,000 for Franklin.
Whalen - Are we getting a report from Mike on the New Year's incident?
Nutting - pulling together the insurance numbers now, we can come back early in March with the full package.
Zollo - perhaps Nutting should make a presentation on where the numbers are coming from for the budget to help ensure accurate information.
Nutting - should be able to do so for the March 4th meeting
McGann - Veterans monument ordered and possible for arrival by Memorial Day
Doak - capital subcommittee report, I want to thank Brutus (DPW Director) for creative thinking to arrange for additional savings for the replacement of two pieces of equipment.
Mason - thank the various department heads for putting together reasonable requests. Thanks to Brutus and the DPW for a fine job keeping the roads clean. It has been a tough season but they have done well.
Live reporting - ABC hearings
Capt Steve Williams
Lt Lynch
Cottage St Pub
operative was presented a beer, money was placed on the table
Owner admits they failed, won't contradict the police report
Recommendation, 3 day suspension with 2 days held in abeyance
There is money left in the grant, more stings will be conducted in coming months
Discussion on time period for abeyance, 2 years or 1 year to be held.
Motion to accept either the 7th, 14th, or 21st as the day to observe the suspension
Owner has 48 hours to confirm which date with the Town Administrator.
Motion passed by 7-0 vote
Pepper Terrace
operative was asked age, did not verify license
Owner admits that the facts are as stated
Recommendation: This is a second offense, the prior 2 days have been held in abeyance. The 1st violation was 2007. This time should have a full 7 day suspension observed on consecutive days.
Motion for suspension to be imposed from the 7th to the 13th of February.
Motion passed by 7-0 vote
Lt Lynch
- Have a grant to conduct a periodic "sting" - visit establishment and see if you can get served without getting ID checked
- Monitor hot spots and parties
- "Shoulder tap" - position an underage person outside liquor store to see if they could get someone to buy liquor for them.
Cottage St Pub
operative was presented a beer, money was placed on the table
Owner admits they failed, won't contradict the police report
Recommendation, 3 day suspension with 2 days held in abeyance
There is money left in the grant, more stings will be conducted in coming months
Discussion on time period for abeyance, 2 years or 1 year to be held.
Motion to accept either the 7th, 14th, or 21st as the day to observe the suspension
Owner has 48 hours to confirm which date with the Town Administrator.
Motion passed by 7-0 vote
Pepper Terrace
operative was asked age, did not verify license
Owner admits that the facts are as stated
Recommendation: This is a second offense, the prior 2 days have been held in abeyance. The 1st violation was 2007. This time should have a full 7 day suspension observed on consecutive days.
Motion for suspension to be imposed from the 7th to the 13th of February.
Motion passed by 7-0 vote
Live reporting - Charles River Pollution Control
H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
The presentation: (thanks to Elaine Sistare for sending it)
Presenting:
Doug Downing
Al Wallace, Franklin representative
Elaine Sistaire
Also present:
Pat Hughes
Bob McRae
Paul Disimone (?), Medway rep
Significant budget increases due to
Franklin's portion of the operation is
68.2% - Operations & Maintenance wastewater assessment
67% - capital wastewater assessment
Nutting - the Council did vote for this in 1989, a couple of conflicts in advice have come in today so we are double checking with DOR. It may be back before you for a vote.
Actual plant capacity - 5.7 Million gallons per day
Franklin as part owner has excess capacity, we may be able to sell our excess capacity to generate additional revenue
The cost increase for Franklin's share would be a 20% increase over what we have as an assessment today. We do have time to plan for it per Jeff as this would only kick in for 2015 and beyond.
If we did not get into compliance, there would be a daily fine, approx $25,000 per day. Therefore it would not be an option to not be in compliance.
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- Charles River Pollution Control District
The presentation: (thanks to Elaine Sistare for sending it)
Presenting:
Doug Downing
Al Wallace, Franklin representative
Elaine Sistaire
Also present:
Pat Hughes
Bob McRae
Paul Disimone (?), Medway rep
Significant budget increases due to
- Capital
- Salary and benefits
- Chemical costs
- Maintenance Costs
Franklin's portion of the operation is
68.2% - Operations & Maintenance wastewater assessment
67% - capital wastewater assessment
Nutting - the Council did vote for this in 1989, a couple of conflicts in advice have come in today so we are double checking with DOR. It may be back before you for a vote.
Actual plant capacity - 5.7 Million gallons per day
Franklin as part owner has excess capacity, we may be able to sell our excess capacity to generate additional revenue
The cost increase for Franklin's share would be a 20% increase over what we have as an assessment today. We do have time to plan for it per Jeff as this would only kick in for 2015 and beyond.
If we did not get into compliance, there would be a daily fine, approx $25,000 per day. Therefore it would not be an option to not be in compliance.
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