No delay in the trash and recycling schedule this week

There is no delay in the trash and recycling schedule this week. Yes, today is Martin Luther King Day and a holiday with Town offices and the Library closed. 

This is NOT one of the holidays that brings a delay in the schedule. If your trash is scheduled for Monday, today is the day.

Additional info on the trash and recycling schedule can be found on the Town of Franklin webpage  https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste 

Franklin Residents: Trash and Recycling pick up schedule - no delay this week

 

Dr Martin Luther King, Jr "I have a Dream"

On this day, we can take some time to review the famous words of Martin Luther King Jr. from his "I have a dream" speech.




For more about Dr Martin Luther King https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Luther_King_Jr._Day
From the National Archives, a PDF with the text https://www.archives.gov/files/press/exhibits/dream-speech.pdf
The wikipedia entry on the "I have a Dream" speech https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Have_a_Dream

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Jan 22, 2020

Agenda

1. ANNOUNCEMENTS
a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast Channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.

2. CITIZEN COMMENTS
a. 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.

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. December 18, 2019
b. January 8, 2020

4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
- None Scheduled

5. APPOINTMENTS
Franklin Cultural Council: Theodore D. Cormier-Leger

6. HEARINGS
- None Scheduled

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
- None Scheduled

8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
OPEB (Other Post Employment Benefits) Presentation

9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
a. Capital Budget Subcommittee
b. Budget Subcommittee
c. Economic Development Subcommittee

10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Zoning By-Law Amendment 20-849: Changes to Ground-Mounted Solar Energy System Use Regulations, And Use Regulations Schedule Updates-Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 20-849 to the Planning Board - Majority Vote)

10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Zoning By-law Amendment 20-850: Zoning Map Changes On Or Near Highland, Maple and Lincoln Streets- Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 20-850 to the Planning Board - Majority Vote)

10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Zoning By-law Amendment 20-851: Zoning Map Changes On Or Near Oak Street and Dailey Drive- Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 20-851 to the Planning Board - Majority Vote)

10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-08: 2020 - 2021 Town Council Goals (Motion to approve Resolution 20-08 - Majority Vote)

11. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Collective Bargaining

I request a motion that the Board vote to convene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining, because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Board.
15.RETURN TO OPEN SESSION FOLLOWING EXECUTIVE SESSION: LEGISLATION FOR ACTION, CONTINUED
15a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION - Continued
Resolution 20-06: Request for Legislation- Exempting all Positions in the Fire Department from Civil Service Laws (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-06 - Majority Vote)

15b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION - Continued
Bylaw Amendment 20-852: Chapter 82 Municipal Service Fees- 1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 20-852 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote)

15c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION - Continued
Resolution 20-07: Ratification of the Franklin Permanent Firefighter Association Local 2637 Contract (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-07 - Majority Vote)

ADJOURN

Note:
Two - Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes
Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/january-22-town-council-agenda

The full agenda can be found on the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/january-22-town-council-agenda

The documents released for this meeting can be found in one PDF
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/2020-01-22_agenda_web.pdf

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Jan 22, 2020

"it’s definitely been quite a ride here"

Josh Perry, Managing Editor of HockomockSports.com, provides an update on the collegiate career of FHS grad, Ryan Spillane:

"Looking forward to his junior season at St. Anselm, Ryan Spillane was expecting to see a larger role for the Hawks. The former Franklin High standout had played in 23 games as a sophomore, scoring a pair of goals and recording three assists, and he had high hopes of even more ice time and even more production as a junior.

Unfortunately, a hamstring injury in September would cost Spillane the entire year. He has worked hard to not only get back on the ice but to become a regular contributor for a team with its sights set on bringing home the NE-10 title.

“By the beginning of the summer I was ready to get back on the ice and get in shape,” Spillane explained. “By the time the season came, I felt like I was ready to go, back in game shape like I was two years ago. It’s nice to be back on the ice.”

It is always hard for an athlete to sit and watch his team play, but Spillane praised his coaches, teammates, and the training staff at St. Anselm for keeping him involved and for getting him back on the ice for this season."

Continue reading about Ryan:
https://hockomocksports.com/franklins-ryan-spillane-skates-into-final-shift-at-st-as/

Former Franklin standout Ryan Spillane has battled back from an injury to have a strong senior season at St. Anselm. (St. Anselm Athletics)

FHS wrestling team wins 3 matches at Algonquin Quad

Via HockomockSports.com and Twitter, we share the results of FHS winter sports action on Saturday.

Girls Hockey = Franklin, 2 @ Medway, 3 – Final

Wrestling = Algonquin Quad (Franklin 3-0), wins over Framingham, Westford Academy, and Algonquin

Nice 45-24 win over Framingham. Pins by Fracasa, Jacoby, Walker, Leofanti. @FHSSports

— Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) January 18, 2020

39-34 win over Westford Academy. Pins by Sauer, Sackley, Nawn, and Leofanti. @FHSSports

— Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) January 18, 2020

Nice 58-13 win over Algonquin. Pins by Leaman, DiFilippo, Brambson, Jawando, Sauer, Sackley, Nawn, Walker, and Leofanti. Great work by the team today. @FHSSports

— Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) January 18, 2020

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-01-18-20/

And via Twitter:
https://twitter.com/FranklinMatters/lists/fhs-sports

FHS wrestling team wins 3 matches at Algonquin Quad

Attention Franklin Residents: Stormwater Survey

Stormwater Survey

Interested in winning a free rain barrel just in time for Spring?! 

Fill out the survey below (it only takes 5 minutes!) and you'll be entered to win a rain barrel from The Great American Rain Barrel Company! 

The Town of Franklin is interested in gauging public knowledge in stormwater to help develop outreach and educational programs. With your participation, we can more accurately inform residents of the struggles we face regarding pollution and stormwater prevention. Thank you for your help!

https://forms.gle/RMmuDsYxgpmfJg7e6

Attention Franklin Residents: Stormwater Survey

If you haven't heard about storm water, you are about to hear more this year. It is on the "watch list" for 2020  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/01/franklin-issue-on-2020-watch-list_6.html

Franklin Downtown Partnership: General Meeting - Feb 6

The next general meeting of the Franklin Downtown Partnership will be held on Thursday, February 6 at 8:30 AM at the Dean College Campus Center. 

What’s Next for the Former Clark-Cutler-McDermott Property?
One of the topics for the next general meeting (February 6) will be an update on the future of the Former Clark-Cutler-McDermott (CCMcD) Property. Rick Kaplan, president of RE/MAX Executive Realty’s Commercial Division, will provide a short presentation on preliminary plans for the property.

We look forward to seeing you!

For other info on the Franklin Downtown Partnership visit their page
https://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/

The scale booth at the former Clark-Cutler-McDermott (CCMcD) property