- Live reporting - Closing
- Live reporting - Administrators Report
- Live reporting - Action items
- Live reporting - Master plan
- Live reporting - Open Space
- Live reporting - bylaw hearing - part 2
- Live reporting - bylaw hearing
- Live reporting - Action items
- Live reporting - license transfer
- Live reporting - Town Council
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Town Council Mtg Smry 11/18/09
The collection of live reporting posts from the Town Council meeting on Weds 11/18/09 are
In the News - bylaw, aid cuts
Director Bryan Taberner and Assistant Town Planner Nick Alfieri told council the proposed amendment is meant to define and clarify acceptable home occupations.
"We haven't totally changed this, we basically changed the format and some of the words so it's more enforceable," Alfieri said.
The amendment defines a home occupation as a "home-based (business) owned and operated by a full-time resident of a single- or two-family house which can be conducted without the need for a commercial space."
Franklin officials pose home business revision
from The Milford Daily News News RSSMilford superintendent Robert Tremblay and Franklin superintendent Maureen Sabolinski both said they make "conservative" estimates in their budgets for reimbursements. Neither district was significantly affected by the circuit breaker cuts.
BOOSTERS PUCK DROP BASH
FHS Boys Hockey Booster Club
Tickets are NOW ON SALE for the BOOSTERS PUCK DROP BASH!
Cost is $20 per person.
We decided to change things up this year and replace Comedy Night with a social event. The night will include: DJ Bobby Costello, fabulous raffle items, cash bar, appetizers & dessert.
The fundraiser will be held on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4th at the Franklin Elks, 1077 Pond St from 7pm-midnight.
Please contact Gina Williams at gw13@comcast.net or any Booster member for tickets.
We hope to see you on December 4th!! For more info, visit www.fhspantherhockey.org
Anchorage Road
Public Informational Meeting - Anchorage Road Reconstruction
A public informational meeting will will be held in the Town Council Chambers on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 6:30 pm. This meeting will cover the reconstruction and timetable for the project. If you need additional information, please feel free to contact me at (508) 553-5520.
Robert A. Cantoreggi
Director of Public WorksWednesday, November 18, 2009
Live reporting - Closing
New business
Kelly - open hours for Franklin residents, Friday's 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Powderly - update a booklet on what money is available for emergency funds for citizens
Pfeffer - Can we get an accounting on free cash for last year and this year? I would have thought free cash would have been less under the tight budget we have had.
Nutting - there are two factors, one from town budgets that haven't used all their allocated amounts but also from additional revenues that may have been under forecasted.
Zollo - If this class is emblematic of the education being provided to the students at FHS, then the high school is doing well for our students.
Pfeffer - Walgreens is coming along, they are going to maintain it.
Nutting - Yes, they own it, we have an easement to it. They will maintain it.
Jones - FEF Casino fund raiser on Friday night, a great cause
Dec 8th special state primary election 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The full election will be on Jan 19th for the US Senate spot to replace Sen Kennedy.
McGann - I saw 5 coyotes in my yard before coming up to the meeting.
Kelly - open hours for Franklin residents, Friday's 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Powderly - update a booklet on what money is available for emergency funds for citizens
Pfeffer - Can we get an accounting on free cash for last year and this year? I would have thought free cash would have been less under the tight budget we have had.
Nutting - there are two factors, one from town budgets that haven't used all their allocated amounts but also from additional revenues that may have been under forecasted.
Zollo - If this class is emblematic of the education being provided to the students at FHS, then the high school is doing well for our students.
Pfeffer - Walgreens is coming along, they are going to maintain it.
Nutting - Yes, they own it, we have an easement to it. They will maintain it.
Jones - FEF Casino fund raiser on Friday night, a great cause
Dec 8th special state primary election 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The full election will be on Jan 19th for the US Senate spot to replace Sen Kennedy.
McGann - I saw 5 coyotes in my yard before coming up to the meeting.
Live reporting - Administrators Report
Likely to come back with some budget cuts, Veterans budget is running short, we'll need to front money for the special elections, we will likely get reimbursed for this.
To address the East Street water issue, there are iron water mains in the area. The water is safe to drink.
With declining water revenues due to declining water usage, we'll come back in January with a water/.sewer update.
Q - can that be camera'd?
A - No, we don't have one that small. It is only a 5/8 or 1 inch connection from the main that runs about 25 foot into his house.
Q - How long has this been?
A - It has been like this for year, it got worse when the Fire Station was cut into the main.
Mark Cerel out six to eight weeks for minor surgery
Bath house being constructed at Beaver St, the materials were donated and the labor will be provided by Tri-County
BJ's donated the money to put in the parking lot for the SNETT trail.
Express Line new issue is out. If you haven't subscribed, please do so. The Town website has a sign up process.
Tax rate hearing at next meeting
Gazebo is done, railings need to be painted.
To address the East Street water issue, there are iron water mains in the area. The water is safe to drink.
With declining water revenues due to declining water usage, we'll come back in January with a water/.sewer update.
Q - can that be camera'd?
A - No, we don't have one that small. It is only a 5/8 or 1 inch connection from the main that runs about 25 foot into his house.
Q - How long has this been?
A - It has been like this for year, it got worse when the Fire Station was cut into the main.
Mark Cerel out six to eight weeks for minor surgery
Bath house being constructed at Beaver St, the materials were donated and the labor will be provided by Tri-County
BJ's donated the money to put in the parking lot for the SNETT trail.
Express Line new issue is out. If you haven't subscribed, please do so. The Town website has a sign up process.
Tax rate hearing at next meeting
Gazebo is done, railings need to be painted.
Live reporting - Action items
picking up on the action items started earlier
Motion to approve, passed 8-0, 1 abstain
Endorsement of Five Year Financial Outlook
WHEREAS, The Town Council, elected on November 3, 2009, hereby endorses the Five Year Financial Outlook (FY 2010 to FY 2014), as presented in the final report of the Long-Range Financial Planning Committee, dated October 15, 2009. This endorsement is based on the belief in the following:
• The information regarding the Town’s finances (past, present, and future) appears fair and balanced, free from discernable bias and complete in all material respects.
• Franklin has been prudent and resourceful in its spending and allocation of resources
• The report confirms the ongoing fiscal concerns that Town officials have been communicating.
• The Town faces a structural deficit that we can reasonably expect to continue for the foreseeable future; accordingly, projected deficits in the future could be significant.
• The question of school/municipal services or higher property taxes will be an ongoing concern for the community to address.
• Town officials and residents should view this matter with urgency and continue to address the Town’s financial challenges using proactive methodology.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE TOWN COUNCIL endorses the Five Year Financial Outlook (FY 2010 to FY 2014), as presented in the final report of the Long-Range Financial Planning Committee, dated October 15, 2009.
This Resolution shall become effective according to the rules and regulations of the Town of Franklin Home Rule Charter.
Motion to approve, 9-0
Motion to move to second reading, passed 9-0
2. Resolution 09-72: Acceptance of Gift – Senior CenterKelly abstaining as Rotarian and writer of the grant
Motion to approve, passed 8-0, 1 abstain
3. Resolution 09-73: Endorsement of the Five Year Financial Outlook ReportThe text of the resolution is as follows:
Endorsement of Five Year Financial Outlook
WHEREAS, The Town Council, elected on November 3, 2009, hereby endorses the Five Year Financial Outlook (FY 2010 to FY 2014), as presented in the final report of the Long-Range Financial Planning Committee, dated October 15, 2009. This endorsement is based on the belief in the following:
• The information regarding the Town’s finances (past, present, and future) appears fair and balanced, free from discernable bias and complete in all material respects.
• Franklin has been prudent and resourceful in its spending and allocation of resources
• The report confirms the ongoing fiscal concerns that Town officials have been communicating.
• The Town faces a structural deficit that we can reasonably expect to continue for the foreseeable future; accordingly, projected deficits in the future could be significant.
• The question of school/municipal services or higher property taxes will be an ongoing concern for the community to address.
• Town officials and residents should view this matter with urgency and continue to address the Town’s financial challenges using proactive methodology.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE TOWN COUNCIL endorses the Five Year Financial Outlook (FY 2010 to FY 2014), as presented in the final report of the Long-Range Financial Planning Committee, dated October 15, 2009.
This Resolution shall become effective according to the rules and regulations of the Town of Franklin Home Rule Charter.
Motion to approve, 9-0
4. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 09-637: Amendment to Chapter 185-3. Definitions – 1st Readingmotion to waive the reading, passed 9-0
Motion to move to second reading, passed 9-0
5. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 09-638: Amendment to Chapter 185-39. Uses Accessory to Dwelling – 1st Reading
Motion to move to second reading
Motion to move to second reading, passed 9-0
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