Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Nov 29, 2017

The published agenda and documents for the Franklin Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 29, 2017

(Note: where there are active links in the agenda item, it will take you to the associated document)

You can also find the full set of documents in one PDF (83 pages)

http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/november_29_agenda_0.pdf

Agenda Item	Summary
A. Approval of Minutes	A. Approval of Minutes - October 11, 2017, October 25, 2017
B. Announcements	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.
C. Proclamations/Recognitions	C. Proclamations/Recognitions
D. Citizen Comments	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	E. Appointments - Cultural District Committee
F. Hearings	F. Hearings - Public Hearing - 7:10 pm 1. Tax Classification Hearing
G. License Transactions	G. License Transactions
H. Presentations/Discussions	H. Presentations/Discussions - Snow and Ice Presentation - Brutus Cantoreggi
I. Subcommittee Reports	I. Subcommittee Reports
J. Legislation for Action	J. Legislation for Action 1. Resolution 17-70: Classification Tax Allocation - Residential Factor 2. Resolution 17-71: Classification Tax Allocation - Open Space Exemption 3. Resolution 17-72: Classification Tax Allocation - Small Business Exemption 4. Resolution 17-73: Classification Tax Allocation - Residential Property Exemption
K. Town Administrator's Report	K. Town Administrator's Report
L. Future Agenda Items	L. Future Agenda Items
M. Council Comments	M. Council Comments
N. Executive Session	N. Executive Session - None
O. Adjourn	O. Adjourn

You can also find the Franklin Council District appointment information here
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1K4qNSFXA1TrRiKDnVJkkPc0O4dmP5ewQ


The DPW update on snow and ice in advance of the winter season:

Franklin (MA) DPW Snow/Ice Presentation - 2017 from Franklin Matters

How much snow will we get this winter is an open question? How well prepared are we to deal with is will be answered at the Town Council meeting Wednesday, Nov 29

Turkey Trot 5K results - #givingTuesday - Franklin Food Pantry

The Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving morning was quite successful. 860 finished running and walking the course to raise money for the Franklin Food Pantry.

The complete results can be found online
http://my2.raceresult.com/86272/#1_90AFFD

or download the PDF version here
http://my2.raceresult.com/86272/RRPublish/pdf.php?name=Result%20Lists%7COVERALL%20RESULTS%20-%20TO%20PRINT&contest=1&lang=en

set up for the runner /walker arrivals and check ins

almost 1,000 ready to start

friends finishing together

"November 28 is #GivingTuesday. Following the retail events of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this national day of giving is a chance to give back to those in need. It is a chance to give hope to those who are struggling to have enough to eat. Having enough food gives hope to our clients that they will not be too hungry to focus on all the things that matter. 

Like getting homework done after school. Having the energy to job hunt. Being able to afford heat. Making friends. 

Every bag of groceries our clients bring home is full of hope. More than 1,000 people, including nearly 300 children, count on the Pantry during the year to help make ends meet. 

We hope to raise enough funds to fill 1,000 bags of groceries. You can give the gift of hope now with our #GivingTuesday online donation form. 

Thank you for helping our neighbors, your community. They are counting on us.

The online form to donate to the Franklin Food Pantry for #Giving Tuesday can be found here
https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E188424&id=9

“We’ve developed a pretty unique model to make sure everyone is successful"

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

"Dining out with children can often be a challenge but even more so when those children are autistic. 

Santa will be sitting down for lunch with the families of children with autism at the 45 Restaurant on Sunday Dec. 3, to give everyone to a chance to spend time with the big guy before Christmas. 

Local nonprofit, Autism Eats, will host the lunch at the 45 Restaurant on 45 Milford St., from noon to 2 p.m. The meal costs $21 for adults and $15 for children. Reservations are required, and space is limited. Payments are made online beforehand. 

The event will be held in a private section of the restaurant, and food will be set up buffet style, so there’s no waiting."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171125/opening-doors-to-autistic-children

Make your reservations online
https://bostonwebcreative.wufoo.com/forms/r1h0te2l0x42jv7/

Meet Santa at this very special Autism Eats-
Dell True Ability holiday lunch event - Dec 3

For more about the non-profit organization Autism Eats visit their webpage

http://www.autismeats.org/

With #givingTuesday approaching consider a donation to this cause

http://www.autismeats.org/#page_donate

“Now, the common is really decorated nicely”

You can get Santa twice this weekend. Saturday in Bellingham and Sunday in Franklin.  From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Santa Claus will take a quick jaunt through Bellingham Saturday evening before being delivered to the town common for a lighting ceremony involving hot cocoa, holiday songs and seasonal cheer. 

Santa’s journey will start at 5:25 p.m. at the Bellingham Middle School, and he will be escorted along South Main Street to the common. Local residents are invited to join the escort or view the procession along the route while students hand out candy canes. 

Santa’s quick trip to the common is organized by the Bellingham Lions Club. 

The lighting itself - which begins at 6 p.m. - is a tradition that dates back to the establishment of the town common 20 years ago. Town Common Trustee Chairwoman Joanne Arcand said the ceremony had grown a lot over the years."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171124/bellingham-town-common-lighting-set-for-saturday


Reminder: The Committee For Concerts on the Common presents The Annual Christmas on the Common Sunday, November 26, 2017 - 4:00 PM

Annual Christmas on the Common - Sunday, Nov 28 - 4:00 PM

Additional info on Franklin's event can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/11/annual-christmas-on-common-sunday-nov.html

Small Business Saturday - Nov 25, 2017

While American Express helps to celebrate Small Business Saturday, many of us know how important it is to shop local and #shopFranklin all year.

Small Business Saturday is a holiday shopping tradition that happens every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. 

Founded by American Express in 2010, this nationwide movement helps bring attention to the importance of supporting small businesses in communities across America.

There are plenty of small business to  wisely spread your dollars around.

View the Franklin map to see the small businesses identified by American Express

https://www.americanexpress.com/us/small-business/shop-small/maps/near=Franklin,MA,02038/cl=42.0697133,-71.38836350000001?linknav=us-open-shopsmall-globalheader-map&lang=en-US

Small Business Saturday - Nov 25, 2017

Franklin Garden Club - Annual Holiday Auction - Dec 5

For the first time, the Franklin Garden Club will open its annual Holiday Auction to the public. The event will take place on Tuesday, December 5, beginning at 6:00 PM. at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street, Franklin. 

 A Silent Auction will run from 6:00 – 7:00 PM followed by a live auction beginning at 7:15 PM. Appetizers and desserts will be served throughout the evening.

The auction will feature a wide variety of holiday items made by Franklin Garden Club members, as well as other donated articles. Items will include beautiful live flower and evergreen arrangements, holiday decorations, baked goods, and other types of home and garden items.

“The auction is a wonderful way to jump start your holiday decorating and purchase gifts for friends and family,” noted Janice Cederquist and Mary Anne Dean, co-presidents of the Garden Club.

All proceeds from the auction help to support the Club’s community activities, which include the awarding of a scholarship to a graduating high school student, the distribution of pine tree seedlings to Franklin first graders to mark Arbor Day, and maintenance of the Franklin Town Common Garden in partnership with the Town.

The Franklin Garden Club, founded in 1987, is a member of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts.

Franklin Garden Club - Annual Holiday Auction - Dec 5

Franklin Library: Paul Speidel Blues & Jazz Trio, Nov 29

The Paul Speidel Blues and Jazz Trio will be performing at the Franklin Public Library Wednesday, November 29 at 6:30 p.m. For over twenty years, Paul Speidel has been performing at major clubs and festivals in the Greater Boston area, such as Scullers, Ryles, Johnny D's, Acton Jazz Cafe, and many others. 

He taught Jazz and Blues in the Newton Public Schools during this time, and has presented music programs at public and private venues for just as long. Last year, he had the privilege of performing live on WBUR’s “Radio Boston” program to nearly 500,000 listeners, and has appeared on countless other area radio shows over the years. 

With nine CDs to his credit, Paul’s recordings have been critically recognized nationally, including a 3½ star review in Downbeat in 2011. His credits also include performances with Patti Page, Howard Alden, Jay Geils, Duke Robillard, James Montgomery and Shirley Lewis, to name just a few… 

“Speidel shines with calibrated, elevated playing that draws on his muse and on a congenital sense of what makes sense musically…Three and a half stars!” – Frank-John Hadley, Downbeat Magazine (July 2011) 

“Love it! One of the finest guitarists out there…So great having you on the show. You’re terrific!” (Jordan Rich, WBZ-1030, Boston) 

"Paul Speidel's guitar playing is impressive. He manages to mix blues and jazz and funk naturally and effortlessly. The band is tight and the songs are strong. If you haven't seen Paul, you're missing out on something special right here in Boston!” --Dana Marshall (DJ, Program Manager,WXRV 92.5-FM The River)

Franklin Library: Paul Speidel Blues & Jazz Trio, Nov 29

This was shared from the Franklin Library webpage
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/11/paul-speidel-blues-jazz-trio-wednesday.html


For more about Paul Speidel visit his webpage  http://www.paulspeidelband.com/