Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Sep 4, 2013

A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
– June 5, 2013

B. ANNOUNCEMENTS
This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by Franklin Matters.

C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS

D. CITIZEN COMMENTS

E. APPOINTMENTS
● Design Review Commission

Claudine Silverman
Robert J. Tobin Jr.

● Conservation Commission

Dayna Gill
Ravi Pendkar 

F. HEARINGS
• Zoning Bylaw Amendment 13-718: Changes to §185-7. Compliance Required

• Violation of M.G.L. 138 §34: Sale, Delivery of Furnishing of an Alcoholic beverage to a person under the age of 21 – Postponed to September 4, 2013- 7:10 PM

Ichigo Ichie
Village Mall Liquors

G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
• Residence Inn by Marriott-Franklin-Change of Manager
• Artistry Kitchen Franklin, LLC –New License

H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS

I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS

J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Bylaw Amendment 13-719: Changes to Chapter 185. Attachment 9. Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements – Referral to Planning Board
2. Bylaw Amendment 13-720: Changes to Chapter 185-4. Districts Enumerated. – Referral to Planning Board
3. Bylaw Amendment 13-721: Changes to Chapter 185-5. Zoning Map. - Referral to Planning Board
4. Bylaw Amendment 13-722: Changes to Chapter 185-50. Residential VII Zoning District – Referral to Planning Board
5. Bylaw Amendment 13-723: Changes to Chapter 185 Use Regulation Schedule, Parts I through Parts VII.- Referral to Planning Board
6. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 13-718: Changes to Chapter 185-7. Compliance Required- 1st Reading
7. Resolution 13-62: Local Acceptance of G.L. Chapter 60A, Section 1, Paragraph 8
8. Resolution 13-63: Local Acceptance of G.L. Chapter 60A, Section 9
9. Resolution 13-64: Council on Aging – Outreach Coordinator
10. Resolution 13-65: Ratification of Town Administrator’s Contract
11. Resolution 13-66: Authorization for Disposition (Sale) of Town-Owned Land (Vacant Parcel Between Old West Central and West Central Streets)

K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

L. OLD BUSINESS

M. NEW BUSINESS

N. COUNCIL COMMENTS

O. EXECUTIVE SESSION
– Negotiations, Litigation, Real Property, as May Be Required

P. ADJOURN

The documents associated with this agenda can be found on the Franklin webpage
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2013/090413.pdf

Networking Event - Sep 18 - Twenty8

The United Regional Young Professionals Organization (YPO) is hosting a night of networking at Twenty8 Food and Spirits located in the Renaissance Boston Patriot Place Hotel & Spa in Patriot Place, Foxboro on Wednesday, September 18, 2013. Networking will be from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. and light appetizers will be provided. The YPO will also be raffling Door Prizes. 

The cover charge is $5.00 with pre-registration on the YPO website or $10 at the door. Don’t miss the opportunity to make connections, build relationships and showcase your business with your peers.

Young Professionals Organization

Twenty8 Food and Spirits has quickly become one of the hottest dining spots in Foxboro, MA. The ambiance is sophisticated yet fun while the menu features New England favorites with a trendy twist. Come dine on your favorite comfort foods chicly redesigned and served in an eclectic, electric setting. The ambiance is sophisticated yet fun while the menu features New England favorites with a trendy twist. 

The YPO consists of a diverse group of young professionals who have an interest in social and business networking, community involvement and professional development. 

You may register for this event on the YPO’s website unitedregionalypo.org or by contacting 508-488-YPO1 (9761).

Bottle and Can Drive - FHS Boy's Hockey - Saturday, Sep 7

The FHS Boy's Hockey Bottle and Can drive 

Saturday, Sep 7th

Pirelli Veterans Arena

8:30 AM to 2:00 PM

“We don’t shut down during the summer”

Milford Daily News reports on the activities on campus during the summer for schools like Framingham State and Dean College.

“The summer’s a busy time on college campuses,” said Dave Drucker, dean of students at Franklin’s Dean College. 

At Dean, freshman orientations begin in June. The college holds four separate sessions for students and parents. 

“We really orientate our students to what life is going to be like at Dean,” Drucker said. “We work very closely with the families about what that transition will be like for students. We try to forge a partnership to work with them through the first year to commencement.”

Read more: http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1155158606/Summer-a-busy-time-of-year-for-area-colleges#ixzz2ddOHECz0

Visit  Dean College on the internet at http://www.dean.edu/

One change Dean made on their campus this summer was the addition of wrought iron fencing in places where it didn't already exist to complete the look.

new wrought iron fencing at Dean College

Reminder: set up your A+ schools account

The Stop & Shop A+ rewards start accumulating with your October purchases. You can link your Stop & Shop rewards card to one or more Franklin schools as of Sep 1.


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Over $9,000 in total awards to Franklin schools for 2012-2013 school year
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/07/stop-shop-bonusbucks-rewards-franklin.html

How to set up your card for a school or two
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/stop-shop-update.html
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/09/stop-shop-can-help-your-franklin-school.html

In the News: Back to school

Milford Daily News does an interesting round up of the area school districts and what changes occurred during the summer.

School districts in MetroWest and the Milford area opened classes for the school year last week or will begin this week after Labor Day. In many districts, the new year means changes including new hires for teachers and administrative jobs, buildings that have been renovated, as well as programs and classroom tools that have been added. The following is a catalog of stories outlining the major changes at each area school district.

Construction progress at the new high school building is what is covered in Franklin's summary. Read the full article here: http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x1155158556/Its-back-to-school-time#ixzz2ddRCM2p8

What's Happening at Pour Richard's

What's Happening at Pour Richard's Home of Never Drink Ordinary Local Events Franklin Farmer's Market Fridays 12-6 PM Have you been to the Farmer's Market this summer? It is looking GREAT! Lots of farms, plus bakeries, local honey, a cheese and meat purveyor, and a knife sharpener. (I am definitely bringing mine tomorrow!) Whether you're trying to eat healthier, like to support local businesses, or just have an interest in great fresh food, you should stop by the Common tomorrow. Harvest Festival is October 6th! Franklin Downtown Partnership is a wonderful organization. Among the many projects they take on, the Harvest Festival is a great opportunity for family fun. We will have a booth at the festival, and hope to see you there. Opportunity: A Royal Pair    Who holds more power, the King or the Queen? In chess, the loss of the King ends the game. But the Queen has superior mobility and range; without his Queen, the King is stripped of much of his power and worth.  In wine, the answer is simpler: Both, but for different reasons.   Renieri Estate is owned by Marco Bacci, a man so fanatical about details that, when one of the estate's five historic oak trees was struck by lightning, he had all the labels re-designed to show the tree lying on its side.  That attention to detail extends to the wines, of course. Re (the King) is a Bordeaux-style blend of Merlot, Cabernet, Cabernet Franc, and Petite Verdot. It is flashy and brash, with big flavors of blackberry, licorice, and spice, a big tannic structure and a long, lingering finish.  Regina (the Queen) is more of a mystery. She'll draw you in with a fragrant nose, tantalize you with lush berry, plum, and spice flavors, and then perplex you with a long, brooding finish. 100% Syrah. One of the best and most interesting wines I've drunk this year.  Both rated 94+ by multiple critics. Very limited. 2009 Re de Renieri Compare at $40 Pour Richard's $32.00 2009 Regina de Renieri Compare at $48 Pour Richard's $40 Matched Pair (One of each)  $65 Order by replying to this email. Wines arrive on or about September 12. One or both would make an exceptional gift for the wine lover on your list.  LNO Updates   Next Thursday's LNO is shaping up beautifully! September 5's 120 minutes of 'me time' will include the following: We will be sampling foods from Foxboro Meat and Cheese, a purveyor of raw milk cheeses from the own Ayrshire herd. This is a family-owned and operated farm, and we're happy to introduce our customers to such a great local producer! Chris Warner of White Oak Cottages in Westwood will be speaking about their unique approach to elder care. He'll be available for questions afterwards. Theresa Duggan of Art and Discord Studios is an interesting, innovative photographer. She'll be bringing many of her current works, but also showcasing a new technique of vintage-style tintypes. We have a few of her pieces on display in the store, or check out her website Here. It's a good bet we will scare up some delicious wine, too. There are also rumors of an excellent new craft cocktail.. Hope to see you there! rsvp to ann@pourrichardswine.com with 'LNO' in the subject line. Please share this email with friends who are interested in exceptional wine, beer, and spirits. (It's bad karma to keep all the good stuff for yourself.) Ann Williams and John Wass Pour Richard's Wine and Spirits (508) 520-9163 This is the fine print text where you might tell your customers how the item will be shipped and, for example, if they are overseas that there will be additional shipping charges and must contact you. This Friday: Goose Island Belgian-Style Ales, 5-8 PM  Pepe Nero, Pere Jacques, Matilda, and Sofie

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