Live reporting: Legislation for Action

J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 16-52: Appropriation: Plain Street Legal Settlement
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0

2. Resolution 16-53: Settlement of Claim Relating to Town-Owned Tax Title Land on Plain Street – Exhibit 1 
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0

complicated situation around a tx tile taking of a property many years ago where the process was deemed to be unlawful and a heir of the original property owner has come forward to make the claim of restitution

Live reporting: Town Council - Sep 7, 2016

Present: Pellegri, Padula, Mercer, Vallee, Kelly, Pfeffer, Bissanti, Dellorco, Jones
Absent:  none



A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
August 10, 2016
motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0

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

Pellegri arrives ***

C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS

D. CITIZEN COMMENTS
– Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to five 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.

E. APPOINTMENTS
Conservation Commission
Nicolas Schuler
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0

Franklin Advisory Committee
Diane Jardine
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0

FHS girls soccer outlook, boys soccer players to watch

With the return to school, the fall sports season resumes and Hockomock Sports has posted their Kelly-Rex Division outlook for girls soccer and the top players to watch for boys soccer.

FRANKLIN

2015 Record: 17-1-2 (Kelley-Rex Division Champions)
2015 Finish: Reached D1 South Quarterfinal
Coach: Tom Geysen

"The Class of 2016 won a state title, two Div. 1 South titles, went to three straight South finals, and won the Kelley-Rex division four times. That is quite a legacy for the program and, while he has a number of new faces to try and incorporate into the lineup, head coach Tom Geysen is confident that this year’s Panthers will be team to contend with by the end of the season. 

One reason for optimism is the combination of sophomore Halle Atkinson and junior Jess Krouschl up front (once Kroushl comes back from a niggling injury). Both players saw time in the attack last season and showed the potential to be a strong pairing with one as the forward or playing as the wings. The forwards will be helped by energetic midfielders Molly Duncan and Ellie Teixeira, two more players who saw plenty of playing time down the stretch in 2015. 

Defensively, Franklin returns one half of its back four. Nadia Havens will continue as an outside back, while Abby Gibson, who stepped in to have a strong season on the outside last fall, will move in as one of the centerbacks. Junior Kat Robbins will take over from Dani Lonati between the pipes. 

Geysen said, “We’re thin and we’re green…It’s a work in progress. But, by the end of the season I think we’ll give people a test.”

Find out about all the other teams in the Kelly-Rex girls division
https://hockomocksports.com/2016-kelley-rex-girls-soccer-preview/

FHS Panthers

HATIM BRAHIMI, SENIOR – FRANKLIN

"The Panthers have a lot of new pieces in the lineup this season but Hatim Brahimi’s presence in the midfield will help make that transition easier. Speaking of transition, Brahimi is one of the best in helping a team move from defense into an attack. He’s solid with the ball at his feet and is able to spring teammates into open space. If a teammate is making a run into the final third, expect Brahimi to be able to deliver, whether it be on the ground or in the air, and even in the tightest of spaces. He’s confident with the ball at his feet and takes his time in the midfield, without forcing things. In the final third, Brahimi can be a tough to deal with because of his ability to find teammates or finish himself."

Read about the other players to watch for boys soccer
https://hockomocksports.com/boys-soccer-ten-players-to-watch-in-2016/

In the News: Council to consider charter, MassPike electronic tolling explained

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"The Town Council is scheduled to discuss the town charter, and may decide to formally review the document. 

The council, which is meeting Wednesday, Sept. 7, is slated to consider the results of previous charter revisions. 

Council members have suggested a commission go through the document and suggest changes, citing certain issues - like the terms and elections of councilors - that could cause problems in the future. Since all nine councilors are elected at the same time because the town does not stagger terms, officials have said they fear a council comprised of all new members."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160906/franklin-council-to-consider-charter-review

"According to the DOT, a trip from the New York border to Boston along the turnpike that currently costs $6.60 will go down to $6.15 under the proposed structure for a state-issued E-ZPass holder. 

But if fees the state proposes for drivers who don't travel the turnpike with an E-ZPass are approved by the board next month, motorists will pay a 60-cent mailing and processing fee after a camera captures their registration information from their license plate and sends them a bill. Additionally, drivers without E-Z Pass will pay an additional 30 cents per gantry for each gantry they pass under. 

Otto Lies of Holden said he often has relatives visit from out of state, and asked why they should have to pay what could amount to a few dollars more per trip for not going through the work of getting a free E-ZPass transponder. He said he didn't have a problem with the mailing fee, or perhaps even a single levy of the 30-cent gantry fee.

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160906/automated-tolls-explained-at-worcester-hearing

Devices on new gantries above the Massachusetts Turnpike will soon collect tolls. For now, they’re capturing data on driving speeds.- ARAM BOGHOSIAN FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE

Ladybug 5K - Saturday, October 15

This year's Ladybug 5K will be on Saturday, October 15th, starting from Kennedy School at 551 Pond St. In addition to the 5K, there will be kids races, games, face painting, and raffles. Fun, family friendly event.

• Race registration and number pick up start at 8:30 AM
• Kids race at 9:30
• 5K at 10 AM
• Cash prize for top male and top female overall in the 5K

Registration is available for the 5K, kids race and family pricing of $50 per family.

Participants can preregister at https://racewire.com/register.php?id=6650

For more details see our website at www.ladybug5k.com

The start of the Ladybug 5K in 2015

Register O'Donnell Promotes Homestead Act

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Promotes Homestead Act Stating that for many people their house is the most important financial asset that they will ever have, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell today reminded homeowners about filing for Homestead protection. Under Massachusetts law, a Homestead recording provides for limited protection against the forced sale of an individual's primary residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000. "Protecting one's primary residence is a key objective for all homeowners," noted Register O'Donnell. "If you own a home and it is your principle residence, one way to protect your home asset is to file a Homestead. The Homestead law also allows the filing of an Elderly Homestead defining elderly as a person who is 62 years of age or older." Register O'Donnell further stated, "One of the major changes under the 2011 Homestead Law passed by the Massachusetts Legislature is that a valid Homestead cannot be terminated when refinancing a mortgage. Another clarification of the statute is that a Homestead can provide protections for a primary home kept in trust." It is important to note there are certain debts that are exempted from protection under the Homestead Act, such as federal, state and local tax liens, as well as mortgages contracted for the purchase of a primary home and nursing home liens. Most other mortgages, debts, and encumbrances existing prior to the filing of the Declaration of Homestead, along with probate court executions for spousal and child support, are also exempted from Homestead protection. Homestead recordings can be filed at the Registry of Deeds for a state imposed fee of $36.00. To find out more about the Homestead law, or to get a free application, please go online to the Registry's website at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Register O'Donnell concluded, "It is important to make clear that a Homestead protects consumers against the forced sale of their primary owned residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000. While the debt is still owed, homeowners will at least have the comfort of knowing that with a Homestead filed at the Registry of Deeds, their primary residence cannot be forcibly sold to satisfy most debts." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and/or Instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High Street, Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or on the web at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831 Sent by registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org in collaboration with Try it free today

Norfolk Deeds consumer alert webpage

High School Fair at BFCCPS - Sep 13

Meet with representatives and students from a variety of private and independent high schools in the Metrowest area, Boston, Worcester, and northern Rhode Island. This year representatives and students from the Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School and Norfolk Aggie will be in attendance. 

This free event is open to BFCCPS 8th graders as well as members of the surrounding communities. Please note that the student’s parent or guardian must be in attendance in order to gain admission to the event. Please contact Mrs. McCoy with any questions.

Date:  September 13

Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

High School Fair at BFCCPS - Sep 13

http://bfccps.org/event/2016-hsfair/

• Bishop Feehan
• Boston Trinity Academy
• BU Academy
• Catholic Memorial School
• Commonwealth School
• Dana Hall
• Fontbonne Academy
• Milton Academy
• Montrose School
• Moses Brown School
• Mount Saint Charles
• Noble and Greenough
• Norfolk Aggie
• Providence Country Day School
• Rivers
• Saint John’s High School
• Saint Sebastian’s School
• St. Mark’s School
• Stoneleigh-Burnam School
• Tabor Academy
• The Lincoln School
• The Wheeler School
• Tri-County
• Ursuline Academy
• Walnut Hill School
• Xaverian Brother’s High School
• Portsmouth Abbey