| G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS |
The listing of the license holders (with tax holds or not) can be found here
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
Live reporting: Annual License Renewals
Live Reporting: Tax Hearing
| . 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.
no comments
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| E. APPOINTMENTS | (No appointments listed) |
| F. HEARINGS |
Public Hearing - 7:10 pm
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| 2. Resolution 16-67: Classification Tax Allocation - Residential Factor motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 | |
| 3. Resolution 16-68: Classification Tax Allocation - Open Space Exemption motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 no exemption | |
| 4. Resolution 16-69: Classification Tax Allocation - Small Business Exemption motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 no exemption | |
| 5. Resolution 16-70: Classification Tax Allocation - Residential Property Exemption motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 no exemption |
Live reporting: Town Council - Dec 7, 2016
Present: Pellegri, Padula, Mercer, Vallee, Kelly, Pfeffer, Bissanti, Dellorco, Jones
Absent: none
Absent: none
| Agenda Item | Summary |
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| A. Approval of Minutes | A. November 16, 2016 Minutes motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 |
| B. ANNOUNCEMENTS |
Town Council Announcements
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| C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS |
Swearing in of Police Officers
Chief Lynch introduces two new officers
Jack Flynn
Tara Sousa
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| Chief Lynch introduces Jack Flynn and Tara Souza as new police officers. |
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| Town Clerk Teresa Burr conducts the official swearing in |
Chief Lynch retells the story of the police officer who racked the front yard while the two other workers took care of the leaves in the back yard. Over 300,000 views on Facebook.
"Just Louie being Lou"
David Down - recognized with a proclamation
(photo added later)
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| Councilor Bissanti reading the proclamation with Down family members |
FHS Skidmore, Kuzio, McGrath recognized for Hockomock Volleyball
HockomockSports.com has announced the awards for the 2016 Hockomock League Volleyball. The Franklin High School students recognized are shown here. The link at the bottom will take you to the full listing of awards.
Volleyball First Team
"Erin Skidmore – Franklin – Outside Hitter
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| Erin Skidmore – Franklin – Outside Hitter |
Franklin senior Erin Skidmore made plays all over the court for the Panthers in 2016. Not only was Skidmore a top attacking option at the net, she made plays defensively and serving. Skidmore led the Panthers with 180 kills and tied for the team-high in aces with 46. The senior was second on the team with 206 digs and added 15 blocks for the Panthers. “Erin worked hard in the offseason to improve her all around skills and that hard work paid off as she was our go-to player this year,” Franklin head coach Kate Horsmann said."
Volleyball Second Team
"Maddie Kuzio – Franklin – Defensive Specialist
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| Maddie Kuzio – Franklin – Defensive Specialist |
Franklin senior Maddie Kuzio anchored the Panthers defense from the libero position. In 2016, Kuzio was a reliable option for Franklin’s defense. The senior led Franklin with 473 serve receptions and 342 digs. She was second on the team with 43 assists and finished with 147 service points. “Maddie was a great anchor for our defense this season because she reads the ball really well and is fearless in keeping the ball in play,” Franklin head coach Kate Horsmann said."
Volleyball Underclassman of the Year
"Franklin sophomore Lauren McGrath has been selected as the 2016 HockomockSports.com Volleyball Underclassman of the Year. McGrath was the starting setter for the Panthers and helped guide Franklin back to the postseason.
As a setter, McGrath was responsible for getting the Panthers’ offense in motion. As just a sophomore, McGrath impressed at accomplishing that as Franklin finished with an overall record of 13-7.
“Lauren has good skills and is a terrific athlete; that makes for a good volleyball player,” Franklin head coach Kate Horsmann said. “What sets her apart is the energy and enthusiasm she brings to everything she does. She was the heartbeat of our team this year.”
McGrath finished with 359 assists to lead the Panthers. The sophomore also tied for a team-high in aces with 46. She also chipped in with 79 digs and 11 kills.
McGrath is the first Franklin volleyball player to win the HockomockSports.com Underclassman of the Year award and eighth Franklin player of any sport to win it (Victoria Stowell, girls soccer; Annie Walsh, field hockey; Jay Dieterle, boys basketball; Nick Santucci, baseball; Michael Sullivan and Eric Civetti; boys lacrosse; Kendall Reardon, girls lacrosse)."
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| Franklin sophomore Lauren McGrath: the 2016 HockomockSports.com Volleyball Underclassman of the Year |
Honorable Mention: Kat Kmetz (King Philip), Molly Turner (Stoughton), Kayli Fagan (Taunton)
For the complete listing of Hockomock Volleyball Awards
https://hockomocksports.com/awards/volleyball/2016-2/
Update on Make Change for Change - 100 backpacks ready to roll
"I wanted to update you on our charity news so that maybe you could share.... I think its a good thing to pass along and hopefully more people will make an effort to make the world a better place for ourselves and our children.
We are rolling out a "Backpack Brigade" which will deliver 100 comfort/survival backpacks to those in need this Christmas Eve. The backpacks have been filled with donations from the community and we have been working diligently to get these ready for delivery to Rosie's Place in Boston, local shelters, and to those individuals living on the streets this cold winter (this experience will be video taped for documentary purposes).
We are no longer in need of items for this year however we are accepting financial donations to reach our goal at our GoFundMe page: http://www.gofundme.com/makechange4change"
https://www.facebook.com/MakeChange4Change/posts/1247350031978133
Courtney Nappa, Founder
Make Change for Change Corp.
(TAX ID 47-5594566)
Cell: 774-270-0925
www.makechangeforchange.org
We are rolling out a "Backpack Brigade" which will deliver 100 comfort/survival backpacks to those in need this Christmas Eve. The backpacks have been filled with donations from the community and we have been working diligently to get these ready for delivery to Rosie's Place in Boston, local shelters, and to those individuals living on the streets this cold winter (this experience will be video taped for documentary purposes).
We are no longer in need of items for this year however we are accepting financial donations to reach our goal at our GoFundMe page: http://www.gofundme.com/makechange4change"
https://www.facebook.com/MakeChange4Change/posts/1247350031978133
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| https://www.gofundme.com/makechange4change |
Courtney Nappa, Founder
Make Change for Change Corp.
(TAX ID 47-5594566)
Cell: 774-270-0925
www.makechangeforchange.org
Finance Committee approves funding
In a preview of the funding measures coming before the Town Council on Wednesday, the Finance Committee heard the updates from Town Administrator Jeff Nutting and Deputy Administrator Jamie Hellen before voting to approve all three.
The three funding items
(be sure to scroll within the Storify widget to review all the entries)
Additional info on the Finance Committee can be found on their page in the Town of Franklin website http://www.franklinma.gov/finance-committee
The three funding items
- Technology – E Permitting Purchase
- Technology – Google Applications Purchase
- Turf Field Design and Development
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| Town Administrator Jeff Nutting and Deputy Administrator Jamie Hellen |
(be sure to scroll within the Storify widget to review all the entries)
LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin is on Wednesday, December, 7
Trade all your holiday stress for laughter on Wednesday, December 7th from 7:30pm to 8:30pm at he Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin.
Come and enjoy this unique exercise of guided laughter exercises combined with gentle breathing that brings more oxygen to the body's cells. This oxygen boost gives enhanced vitality, energy and a feeling of real well-being. Any age and any level of physical ability can participate in this uplifting experience!
New laughers are always welcomed! $5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating.
Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. www.letslaughtoday.com.
If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com.
Come and enjoy this unique exercise of guided laughter exercises combined with gentle breathing that brings more oxygen to the body's cells. This oxygen boost gives enhanced vitality, energy and a feeling of real well-being. Any age and any level of physical ability can participate in this uplifting experience!
New laughers are always welcomed! $5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating.
Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. www.letslaughtoday.com.
If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com.
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