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

FHS volleyball: “This is the youngest team we have had"

With the return to school, the fall sports season resumes and Hockomock Sports has posted their Hockomock League outlook for volleyball.

FRANKLIN

• 2015 Record: 15-5 (Kelley-Rex Division Champions)
• 2015 Finish: Reached D1 Central/West Quarterfinal
• Coach: Kate Horsmann

FHS Panthers

"Coming off the program’s second Kelley-Rex division title in the past five seasons, Franklin will be relying on youth to stay near the top of arguably the most competitive division in all of the Hockomock League’s sports. Senior Erin Skidmore (28 kills in 2015) is making the transition from the middle to the outside and will be a go-to attacking option at the net. At 6’3, junior Meaghan Maguire saw valuable time last year and will be a defensive leader at the net. The Panthers will look to sophomore setter Lauren McGrath to step in to set up the offense. 

“This is the youngest team we have had since I started coaching,” head coach Kate Horsmann said. “We have five sophomores who could all be impact players for us this season. The outcome of our season will really depend on how quickly they adjust to the speed of the varsity game and how quickly we gel as a unit.”

Read the full outlook on Hockomock League volleyball
https://hockomocksports.com/2016-hockomock-volleyball-preview/

Rep Roy: What's happening in the district - September 2016 newsletter

This is our regularly monthly newsletter. If you are not yet a subscriber, you can get on our email list by clicking here. View this email in your browser Primary election on Thursday On Thursday, September 8 (yes, we will be voting on a Thursday), the State Primary election will take place throughout Massachusetts. In our District, the polls open at 6 am in Franklin at the High School and at 7 am in Medway at the Middle School. I will be on the ballot and ask for your vote for as the Democratic nominee for State Representative in the 10th Norfolk District. Even though many of the races on Thursday's ballot are uncontested, it's important to have your voice heard at the ballot box. Our government was designed for citizen participation, and voting is one of the opportunities to engage in the democratic process. If you don't vote, other people are going to make the decisions for you. From the opening bell to poll closing at 8 pm, we'll be out there holding signs at both locations. I hope that you will stop by to say hello on your way in. Thank you for your continued support and I look forward to seeing you on Thursday. Copyright © 2016 State Rep Jeff Roy, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you either contacted our office or indicated you wanted to keep updated on the 10th Norfolk District and things going on at the State House. Our mailing address is: State Rep Jeff Roy State House Room 527A Boston, MA 02133

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The Love Dogs come to play THE BLACK BOX - Sep 17

THE BLACK BOX New England Artist Series presents The Love Dogs, featuring rockin’ rhythm and blues, on Saturday, September 17 at 8 p.m. With barrelhouse boogie-woogie piano, stinging Fender guitar, and a red-hot horn section of trombone and alto, tenor and baritone saxes, The Love Dogs also showcases a swinging rhythm section that Blues Review magazine called “the best in the business” and a charismatic front man with one of the biggest blues voices around. 

Based out of Boston, the septet just celebrated its 20th year. Combining elements of jump blues, New Orleans R&B, and early rock ‘n’ roll, The Love Dogs have played juke joints, festivals and concert halls across the U.S. and Canada and on both sides of the Atlantic. They’ve released four CDs. Many of the cuts have been blues radio favorites and several of the Dogs’ signature original songs have been used in feature films and on television.

The New York Post says, “Even though the music could make Leonardo’s David dance, it’s the songwriting that separates these dogs from the rest of the pack.”

Voted “Best New England Band” by Blues Audience magazine, The Love Dogs is part Rat Pack party, part 20th century musical encyclopedia, and part revival meeting.

The Love Dogs

The band’s lineup, featuring some of the Northeast’s best players, consists of Eddie “Duato” Scheer (lead vocals), Alizon Lissance (keyboards, vocals), Myanna (alto/tenor sax, vocals), Glenn Shambroom (guitar, baritone sax), Randy Bramwell (bass, vocals), Steve Brown (drums, vocals), Mario Perrett (tenor sax, vocals), and Mark Paquin (tenor sax, trombone). 

Tickets are $20 and may be purchased at www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or at the door. A cash bar is available. The home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC), THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin. For more information, call (508) 528-3370.

• For more about The Love Dogs, visit their webpage   

http://www.thelovedogs.com/the_band/

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Sep 7, 2016

A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

• August 10, 2016

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
– Swearing in of Fire Lieutenant – Removed from Agenda

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
• Franklin Advisory Committee

F. HEARINGS
Alcoholic Beverages Licensees – Failure to Pass Compliance Check – 7:10

• Acapulco’s
• Joe’s American Bar and Grill

G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
License Hearings - 7:10

• Rare Hospitality d/b/a LongHorn Steakhouse – Change of Manager
• 99 Restaurant – Change of Manager

H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS -
• Preventive Maintenance
• Charter Review
1995
2010


I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS

J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 16-52: Appropriation: Plain Street Legal Settlement
2. Resolution 16-53: Settlement of Claim Relating to Town-Owned Tax Title Land on Plain Street – Exhibit 1 (separate link)

K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

L. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

M. COUNCIL COMMENTS

N. EXECUTIVE SESSION

O. ADJOURN

Franklin Municipal Building

The agenda doc here contains the links to the details supporting documents

http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2016%20Complete/Agenda.doc

“We’ve got a bunch of great athletes that are pretty good soccer players"

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

FRANKLIN

2015 Record: 12-7-1
2015 Finish: Reached D1 South Quarterfinal
Coach: Fran Bositis

"Franklin has some big holes to fill around the field but returning nearly a dozen varsity players is a good start. Around 10 returning players saw valuable varsity minutes last season and that is something the Panthers will rely on. 

FHS Panthers

The Panthers have to find replacements for midfielders Austin Kent and Nick Parent, along with defender Dan Geraci and goalie Henri Guilmette. However, Franklin doesn’t need to find any replacements for its strikers with both Farley Asmath and Kevin Hall back this year. Hall was second on the team with seven goals a season ago and Asmath is speedy, strong player that could add a lot to the attack. Hatim Brahimi (five goals, three assists in 2015) is one of the top returning players in the league and will lead the midfield for the Panthers this season. Franklin’s defense will consist of a rotation of five or six players, including Wesley Kozil and Noah Scafati. Senior Joe Kroon and junior Fred Beckmann will battle for the starting goalie spot. 

“We’ve got a bunch of great athletes that are pretty good soccer players that work really hard,” head coach Fran Bositis said."

For the Complete Kelly Rex Boys Soccer outlook
https://hockomocksports.com/2016-kelley-rex-boys-soccer-preview/

Reminder: Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Sep 14

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club kicks off their 2016/2017 season on Wednesday, September 14th. We invite any resident of Franklin, or a surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, to join us at "3" Restaurant, 461 West Central Street, Franklin. 

Complimentary appetizers and beverages are provided and a cash bar is available. We meet upstairs at 7:30 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We run September through May but hold many other casual events to stay connected throughout the year. 

The club is an opportunity for residents of all ages and situations - not just those new to town - to socialize and learn about our community. Our September meeting is a social gathering so it's a great opportunity to come and make new friends or catch up with old ones. 

For more information visit www.franklinnewcomers.com.

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is a non-profit social and
charitable organization for residents of Franklin

Reminder: Franklin Art Association - September 7

The Franklin Art Association will meet on Wednesday, September 7, 2016 from 6:30 to 9:00PM at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street in Franklin. 

Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 followed by a short business meeting and a demonstration by oil painter and pastelist, Colleen Vandeventer of Attleboro.

Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org.

Faneuil Hall 12 x 24 Oil - Colleen Vandeventer

"giving the gift of a carefully and thoughtfully prepared meal"

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

"Being a chef is more than just knowing the correct technique for dicing an onion, how to create a béchamel, or what the difference is between blanching and shocking a bunch of asparagus spears. 

It’s also – perhaps most importantly -- about knowing the ingredients, how to choose the freshest and best, understanding how they work together, and knowing where they come from. 

That’s where the garden at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School in Franklin comes in – the pride and joy of culinary arts instructor and garden coordinator Nancy Haney."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160905/franklin-lessons-from-garden-at-tri-county

cherry tomatoes in the Tri-County garden (photo provided by Tri-County)

Nancy Haney check out tomatoes from the Tri-County garden (photo provided by Tri-County)

Related posts on the Tri-County garden

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/08/despite-drought-tri-countys-garden-tops.html

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/01/the-tri-county-insider-january-7.html