The next Franklin Downtown Partnership general meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 14 at 8:30 AM on the Dean College campus.
This was shared from the Franklin Downtown Partnership page
http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/2018/06/fdp-general-meeting-june-14.html
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Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Proposed Shade Structures for DelCarte Open Space
The Conservation Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 14 will hear about some plans for construction and enhancements to the DelCarte open space. According to the abutters letter and an image of the map showing the work area, the work will be done in and around the existing playground.
For more info, attend or tune into the meeting Thursday, June 14 at 7:15 PM
The agenda for the meeting can be found online
http://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/events/138433
or directly here
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/june_14_meet_0.pdf
For more info, attend or tune into the meeting Thursday, June 14 at 7:15 PM
The agenda for the meeting can be found online
http://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/events/138433
or directly here
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/june_14_meet_0.pdf
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Proposed Shade Structures for DelCarte Open Space |
Last Call to Celebrate Norfolk Deeds Registry’s 225th Birthday
It’s still not too late to mark on your calendar the date of Wednesday June 20th so that you can be part of a celebration as the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds celebrates its 225th birthday. The event, which is free to the public, will be held from 4:00 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. at the Registry of Deeds located at 649 High Street in Dedham Center.
“It was on June 20, 1793 that Norfolk County and the Registry of Deeds came into existence thanks to a bill signed into law by then Governor John Hancock,” noted Register of Deeds William O’Donnell. “As some residents of Norfolk County will proudly tell you, next to his being the lead signer of the Declaration of Independence, this was probably the second most important signature in John Hancock’s life.”
The Register further stated, “This celebration as John Adams would say will be filled with “pomp and parade.” We will have patriotic music sung by retired state trooper Dan Clark. Special appearance will be made by John Adams, John Hancock and his lovely wife Dorothy Quincy. The Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office will present an honor guard and there will be food and refreshments.”
The event will celebrate the history of Norfolk County with the exhibits of 45 notable land records, including those of the 4 United States Presidents born here: John Adams, John Quincy Adams, John F. Kennedy and George H.W. Bush. Additionally, the evening will also focus on the land record of an individual from each one of the county’s twenty-eight communities. “This is an eclectic group of people that have made significant contributions in the areas of science, the arts, politics, environment, law, military and medicine. Additionally, there will be exhibits listing Nobel Prize winners and Governors who were Norfolk County residents,” noted Register O’Donnell
A booklet of the notable land exhibits will be given to each person attending the event. Anyone with questions about this event, please email ksirois@norfolkdeeds.org or call the registry of deeds at 781-461-6117.
“It was on June 20, 1793 that Norfolk County and the Registry of Deeds came into existence thanks to a bill signed into law by then Governor John Hancock,” noted Register of Deeds William O’Donnell. “As some residents of Norfolk County will proudly tell you, next to his being the lead signer of the Declaration of Independence, this was probably the second most important signature in John Hancock’s life.”
The Register further stated, “This celebration as John Adams would say will be filled with “pomp and parade.” We will have patriotic music sung by retired state trooper Dan Clark. Special appearance will be made by John Adams, John Hancock and his lovely wife Dorothy Quincy. The Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office will present an honor guard and there will be food and refreshments.”
The event will celebrate the history of Norfolk County with the exhibits of 45 notable land records, including those of the 4 United States Presidents born here: John Adams, John Quincy Adams, John F. Kennedy and George H.W. Bush. Additionally, the evening will also focus on the land record of an individual from each one of the county’s twenty-eight communities. “This is an eclectic group of people that have made significant contributions in the areas of science, the arts, politics, environment, law, military and medicine. Additionally, there will be exhibits listing Nobel Prize winners and Governors who were Norfolk County residents,” noted Register O’Donnell
A booklet of the notable land exhibits will be given to each person attending the event. Anyone with questions about this event, please email ksirois@norfolkdeeds.org or call the registry of deeds at 781-461-6117.
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Last Call to Celebrate Norfolk Deeds Registry’s 225th Birthday |
In the News: MA House releases health care bill; 3 Democrats running for Ross' seat
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180612/rep-roy-bill-addresses-healthcares-growing-cost
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180612/democrats-vying-for-ross-senate-seat-agree-on-education-immigration
"A House-controlled committee on Tuesday advanced a 127-page health care bill that includes $450 million in assessments on hospitals and insurers, a fee on urgent care clinics, creates consumer protections against out-of-network billing, adds new reporting requirements for MassHealth and urges an acceleration of digital health initiatives.
The 11 House members of the Health Care Financing Committee voted in a poll Tuesday to recommend the bill coming out of committee, while the seven Senate members of the joint committee either reserved their rights or did not respond to the poll, according to the committee.
The bill has been in development for months and serves as an initial counterproposal from House leaders to the health care bill approved by the Senate in November.
“This legislation has been carefully crafted to consider the variety of stakeholders who have shared their priorities with this committee. However, this bill is ultimately shaped around improving the experience for consumers and working towards addressing the growing cost burden of healthcare on the Commonwealth,” Rep. Jeffrey Roy, the committee’s vice chairman, said in a statement. “Because at its heart, the Massachusetts approach to health reform is not about squeezing out efficiencies and cutting cost, it is transforming how we seek to pay for care to promote cost-effective, value driven services in a way that makes the healthcare system more accessible and effective for all of us.”
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180612/rep-roy-bill-addresses-healthcares-growing-cost
"The three Democrats vying to challenge incumbent Republican Sen. Richard Ross touched on a number matters at a forum Tuesday, including climate change, education and the opioid crisis.
Kris Aleksov, Jackie Katz and Becca Rausch are seeking the Democratic nomination for the Norfolk, Bristol and Middlesex state Senate seat. The district includes part or all of Natick, Franklin, Wayland, Millis, Wellesley, Attleboro, Needham, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Plainville, Sherborn and Wrentham."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180612/democrats-vying-for-ross-senate-seat-agree-on-education-immigration
FTC Scam Alert: Work from Home Business Scam Sidelined
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Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Live reporting: to Closing
7. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your May 22, 2018 School Committee meeting.
b. FHS Scholarships
I recommend acceptance of 6 checks totaling $2,715.00 for FHS Scholarships as follows:
c. Davis Thayer Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $744.18 from the DT PCC for Supplemental Supplies as detailed.
d. FHS Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $2,406.33 at FHS as detailed:
e. Parmenter Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from a Parmenter parent for supplemental supplies at Parmenter as detailed.
f. Keller Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $520.04 for Keller Elementary School as detailed:
g. J.F. Kennedy Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $2,293.64 for JF Kennedy Elementary School as detailed:
motion to approve consent agenda, seconded, passed 7-0
8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen
called out for notice a line items for transportation of those who are homeless amounts to $50,000
9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas
10. Correspondence – Budget to Actual, Miriam Goodman, School Business Administrator
11. Executive Session
a. Negotiations with Non-Union Personnel
motion to adjourn to executive session not to return to open meeting
12. Adjournment
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your May 22, 2018 School Committee meeting.
b. FHS Scholarships
I recommend acceptance of 6 checks totaling $2,715.00 for FHS Scholarships as follows:
- ASMS PCC $500.00 ASMS Alumni Scholarship
- Carol Merchant $115.00 Circle of Friends/Best Buddies Scholarship
- Attleboro Arts Museum $100.00 Sponsor Title Award/Scholarship
- Franklin Food Pantry $500.00 Empty Bowls Club (2 - $250.00 Scholarships)
- Friends of the Franklin Library $1,000.00 FHS Scholarship
- John and Elizabeth Ombelets $500.00 Mock Trial Scholarship
c. Davis Thayer Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $744.18 from the DT PCC for Supplemental Supplies as detailed.
d. FHS Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $2,406.33 at FHS as detailed:
- Ahold $ 413.33 for supplemental supplies
- Class of 1968 $1,993.00 for in-house enrichment
e. Parmenter Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from a Parmenter parent for supplemental supplies at Parmenter as detailed.
f. Keller Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $520.04 for Keller Elementary School as detailed:
- Keller PCC $250.00 Field trips
- O’Connor Portrature $270.04 In-house enrichment
g. J.F. Kennedy Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $2,293.64 for JF Kennedy Elementary School as detailed:
- JFK PCC $ 262.50 Field trips
- JFK PCC $2,031.14 Supplies
motion to approve consent agenda, seconded, passed 7-0
8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen
called out for notice a line items for transportation of those who are homeless amounts to $50,000
9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas
10. Correspondence – Budget to Actual, Miriam Goodman, School Business Administrator
11. Executive Session
a. Negotiations with Non-Union Personnel
motion to adjourn to executive session not to return to open meeting
12. Adjournment
Live Reporting: Discussion only, information matters
4. Discussion Only Items
a. SWAC (School Wellness Advisory Committee)
5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
Budget
Community Relations
- coffee at Library at 6:30 PM
next meeting in Sep at school year start
Policy
Public Schools Advocacy
planning underway, at Farmers Market June 22
also to add a date in Sep/Oct
a forum being planned for the fall to review ballot questions for the Election in November
Joint PCC
missing data for 2 schools but apparently very consistent
backpack program by Y coming up again, bins to be in buildings around town
School Start Times
2 main topics
1 - scientific research and impacts where it has been changed; just from a sleep research perspective there is a need
four choices; all at 8:30, different times, K after, no change
2 - communications to public
utilize the multiple chanlels available
not to meet again until the fall
subcommittee meeting ongoing
School Committee workshop Aug 7 (likely at Dean)
Substance Abuse Task Force
School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC] (see report above)MASC (Denise to attend)
foundation budget recommendation to change, S2525 has passed the Senate, sits in the House and awaiting a vote there
6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items
personnel presentation
hiring and recruitment practices
annual report looking for guidance, what to include
policies to bring forward
Live reporting: Discussion - Action Items
3. Discussion / Action Items
a. Collaborative Board Appointments
- ACCEPT Collaborative - I recommend the appointment of Dr. Sara Ahern to the ACCEPT Collaborative Board for the 2018-19 school year.
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0
- BICO Collaborative - I recommend the appointment of Dr. Sara Ahern to the BICO Board for the 2018-19 school year.
b. Appoint of Assistant Superintendent of Schools
I recommend Dr. Ahern’s selected candidate to be appointed as Assistant Superintend
Lucas Giguere, recommended as Asst Superintendent
current Principal at Bellingham High School
70 applicants; selected 8 for interviews and from there chose 3 finalists to whittle down to the recommendation here
initiatives at Bellingham, similar to what's needed here
multi-tiered levels of support introduced at BHS
has been at BHS for 3 years, prior a vice principal at FHS and other positions within Franklin
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0
c. Attendance Area – The Westerly
I recommend that students residing at Woodview Way, at the Westerly Apartments be assigned to the Jefferson/Remington district within Franklin starting in 2018-2019.
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0
d. Policy – First Readings
I recommend moving the following policies to a second reading as discussed:
- JQA – Financial Assistance Policy
- JQA-R – Financial Assistance Application & Procedures
- EFD – Meal Charge Policy
- EFD-R – Meal Charge Policy & Procedures
- JFAA-R – School Admission/Residency
e. MASC Summer Institute
I recommend the approval of Denise Schultz’s attendance at the MASC Summer Institute in July, 2018.
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0
f. Travel Expense Approval
I recommend that the Committee approve my acceptance of paid travel expenses for the purpose of attending the Study Tour and Educational Leadership Symposium in Helsinki, Finland and Berlin, Germany July 8 to July 16, 2018.
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0
Live reporting: School Committee - June 12, 2018
Present: Feeley, Linden, Douglas, Scofield, Bergen, Schultz, Zub
Absent: none
1. Routine Business
a. Review of Agenda
no adjustments
b. Citizen’s Comments
seniors have graduated
d. Superintendent’s Report
Commend and congratulate the high school for the graduation, it was a great community event; dignified and moving, congrats to all behind the scenes to make it happen
Culmination of senior week events; thanks to all the organizations for the scholarships, totaled over $140,000
Students recognized for NCTE as "promising young writers", 2 from Annie Sullivan
Project 351 Ambassador sent a handwritten note to provide an update
last school committee meeting of the school year, will meet on June 26
2. Guests / Presentations
a. Recognition
for Peter Light, who will not be in attendance at the next meeting
b. Community Group Updates
applications are out now, can be worked on over the summer and are due in October
$30,000 available for grants next year
can award grants for multiple years but need to show progress
Fundraising
FPS vs. Harlem Wizards - 11/16/18 the new date, no tickets on sale yet
Trivia Bee usually in Mar/Apr - didn't run this year due to lack of volunteers
wine tasting event at La Cantina
Paint night at Horace Mann
How can I help?
money always helps, but sweat equity is also desirted
a large re-tweeter of FPS accounts
acting as a big fan
c. Athletics Recap – Tom Angelo, FHS Athletic Director
30 varsity team, 56 teams including frosh and JV, largest in Hockomock League
$800,000 expenses; coaches, official, event workers, police details, equipment fees, uniforms, etc. and transportation ($141,000 this year)
ice rentals, gymnastics, and pool time
we win things and awards cost money...
user fees of $389,000
varsity coaches go through an evaluation with Tom at the end of each season
coaches are on a one year contract
Play in the large division of the Hockomock League, Kelly-Rex
Unified Sports presented at the MIAA Conf to share on the success of the program
28 fall captains going to Foxboro to the conference on Thursday morning
33 chemical health violations prior to 29 to 10, year over year improvement
captains have bought in, coaches have bought in
needed to change the culture, the expectations are being set
Our DPW is incredible, they do wonderful supporting us
also Ryan Jette, Recreation dept is great to work with
the feeder programs are great, we all work together
3. Discussion / Action Items
Absent: none
1. Routine Business
a. Review of Agenda
no adjustments
b. Citizen’s Comments
i. In the spirit of open communication, “the School Committee will hear public comment not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee Meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment” – from Policy BEDHc. FHS Student Representative Comments
seniors have graduated
d. Superintendent’s Report
Commend and congratulate the high school for the graduation, it was a great community event; dignified and moving, congrats to all behind the scenes to make it happen
Culmination of senior week events; thanks to all the organizations for the scholarships, totaled over $140,000
Students recognized for NCTE as "promising young writers", 2 from Annie Sullivan
Project 351 Ambassador sent a handwritten note to provide an update
last school committee meeting of the school year, will meet on June 26
2. Guests / Presentations
a. Recognition
for Peter Light, who will not be in attendance at the next meeting
b. Community Group Updates
- SEPAC – Jennifer Hiscoe, Sara Mulcahey
programs for pre-K through to transition to adulthood
"the only way we can take care of our children is to take care of ourselves"
monthly workshops, always free and always open to whomever would like to come
started a sunshine fund this year
funding two scholarships for FHS grads next year
once a month meet at Cole's Tavern for support
Jennifer talked about her daughter Allison who is served as an out of district placement
she was adopted from Russia
has a sensory processing disorder among other things
moved to Franklin from CT as it had the best special education program
started at ECDC, now in Oak St Reach program
now attending a school in Lexington, one of only 33 children in the school
she started reading this year, making great progress
touchy story about visiting Russia thinking it would be a happy thing but in fact was creating anxiety for Ali
- FEF – Kit and Lisa Brady
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Kit Brady presenting on the FEF activities and funding |
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one slide with a sample of grants awarded |
$30,000 available for grants next year
can award grants for multiple years but need to show progress
Fundraising
FPS vs. Harlem Wizards - 11/16/18 the new date, no tickets on sale yet
Trivia Bee usually in Mar/Apr - didn't run this year due to lack of volunteers
wine tasting event at La Cantina
Paint night at Horace Mann
How can I help?
money always helps, but sweat equity is also desirted
a large re-tweeter of FPS accounts
acting as a big fan
c. Athletics Recap – Tom Angelo, FHS Athletic Director
30 varsity team, 56 teams including frosh and JV, largest in Hockomock League
$800,000 expenses; coaches, official, event workers, police details, equipment fees, uniforms, etc. and transportation ($141,000 this year)
ice rentals, gymnastics, and pool time
we win things and awards cost money...
user fees of $389,000
varsity coaches go through an evaluation with Tom at the end of each season
coaches are on a one year contract
Play in the large division of the Hockomock League, Kelly-Rex
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Tom Angelo, Athletic Director |
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winter sports highlights |
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year summary |
28 fall captains going to Foxboro to the conference on Thursday morning
33 chemical health violations prior to 29 to 10, year over year improvement
captains have bought in, coaches have bought in
needed to change the culture, the expectations are being set
Our DPW is incredible, they do wonderful supporting us
also Ryan Jette, Recreation dept is great to work with
the feeder programs are great, we all work together
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a plug for the athletic information webpage |
3. Discussion / Action Items
Franklin Youth Baseball awards four scholarships
Franklin Youth Baseball was honored to present this year’s scholarships to four outstanding young men. Three FYBO scholarships ($750 each) were given to Joseph Clark, Tyler Langevin, and Jason Collins. The Bill Capen Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) was awarded to Brendan Ryan.
Congratulations and best of luck in the future.
Franklin Youth Baseball can be found online http://franklinyouthbaseball.com/
Congratulations and best of luck in the future.
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Franklin Youth Baseball was honored to present this year’s scholarships |
Attention Franklin Residents: the Town Clerks Office will be closed at 1 pm on June 13 and 14
The Town Clerk's Office will be closing this Wednesday, June 13 and Thursday, June 14 at 1:00 PM.
Sorry for any inconvenience.
Teresa M. Burr
Town Clerk
Sorry for any inconvenience.
Teresa M. Burr
Town Clerk
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Welcome to the Franklin Town Clerk’s webpage |
"hopefully a loss like this motivates us to work harder in the offseason"
Joe Clark, HockomockSports.com Student Reporter, provides the recap as the FHS girls lacrosse team can't get by Concord-Carlisle in the D1 East semi-final game.
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-ousted-by-concord-carlisle-in-d1-east-semifinals/
"A year ago, Franklin beat Concord-Carlisle in the D1 East Final. This year the teams met a round earlier, in the semi-final, and not only were the stakes different, but the result was as well, as Concord-Carlisle pulled off a 14-10 win in a back and forth game that featured four ties and five lead changes.
“They knocked us on our butts last year, they physically took it to us, but I think it was a learning experience for us, we really had something to prove today and I think we did an outstanding job,” said Concord-Carlisle coach Paul Morrison.
Franklin started out the game strong, with two good goal opportunities early, but two great saves by Natalie Slade turned the Panthers away. They were eventually able to capitalize, with goals from Kelsey MacCallum and Katie Jones giving Franklin a 2-0 advantage early on.
But, when C-C switched to Fallon Vaughn on the draw, the Patriots went on a huge run of draw controls, taking a 9-3 advantage in that category at the end of the first half. After MacCallum put Franklin up 3-1, Concord-Carlisle went on a four-goal run from 9:08 to 7:22 in the first half."Continue reading the article online
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-ousted-by-concord-carlisle-in-d1-east-semifinals/
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FHS Panthers |
Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, June 12
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"The dynamic adds a unique layer of growing pains for marijuana"
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180611/alcohol-roadmap-for-marijuana-in-massachusetts
"If you’re curious about the future of legal marijuana in Massachusetts, the liquor industry might offer some guidance.
Like marijuana, the manufacturing, sale and transport of alcohol were once illegal. The 13-year period, known as Prohibition, ended in 1933, and there are similarities between the years that followed and what’s happening today with the rollout of adult-use marijuana, also known as recreational marijuana.
“There are some really interesting parallels between the end of Prohibition and the legalization of marijuana,” said Stephanie Schorow, author of “Drinking Boston: A History of the City and Its Spirits.”
Today, more than 74 Massachusetts municipalities have banned retail sales of adult-use marijuana, preventing retailers -- often referred to as “pot shops” -- from opening within city or town limits. The same thing happened after Prohibition, as cities and towns decided to remain “dry,” meaning alcohol sales were not allowed."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180611/alcohol-roadmap-for-marijuana-in-massachusetts
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MA Cannabis Control Commission webpage |
Monday, June 11, 2018
FM #145 - Economic Development Subcommittee - June 6, 2018 (audio)
This internet radio show or podcast is number 145 in the series for Franklin Matters.
This recording is of the Economic Development Subcommittee meeting that was held on Wednesday, June 6, 2018. The meeting began at 5:45 PM in the 3rd Floor Training Room.
The primary discussion was around how to revise the zoning bylaw to improve opportunity for residents to obtain a permit and maintain some poultry. Part of the discussion was confusion around the competing regulations. The meeting was focused on the zoning bylaw which the Town Council governs. There are also regulations from the Health Department which are separate and which may also require some changes but are created and governed by the Board of Health.
The meeting itself runs about 58 minutes. I did take notes during the meeting but the conversation was so active, I did not tweet out for fear of missing something. The audio should be clear enough to understand. Bryan Taberner was recording the notes officially for the meeting so folks usually announced themselves as they spoke.
The conclusion of the meeting was to proceed with a revision to the current zoning bylaw. It will come before the Council, get referred to the Planning Board (for two public hearings and a decision) and then come back to the Town Council for a public hearing, two readings and a decision. The first appearance before the Council might be in September.
Without further ado, here is the audio recording.
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Reference Links
Chapter 185, Attachment 2 is the section of the zoning bylaw discussion for poultry
A search of the Town Code for the applicable governance revealed the following:
https://ecode360.com/documents/FR1096/FR1096-185b%20Use%20Reg%20Sched%20Part%20I.pdf#search=poultry
The Board of Health regulations can be found in Chapter 193
https://ecode360.com/10435803
If the above doesn’t work, try to search for Poultry on the Town Code page
https://ecode360.com/search/FR1096?query=poultry
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This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but I can't do it alone. I can use your help.
How can you help?
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements.
Thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark and Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes = search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
This recording is of the Economic Development Subcommittee meeting that was held on Wednesday, June 6, 2018. The meeting began at 5:45 PM in the 3rd Floor Training Room.
The primary discussion was around how to revise the zoning bylaw to improve opportunity for residents to obtain a permit and maintain some poultry. Part of the discussion was confusion around the competing regulations. The meeting was focused on the zoning bylaw which the Town Council governs. There are also regulations from the Health Department which are separate and which may also require some changes but are created and governed by the Board of Health.
The meeting itself runs about 58 minutes. I did take notes during the meeting but the conversation was so active, I did not tweet out for fear of missing something. The audio should be clear enough to understand. Bryan Taberner was recording the notes officially for the meeting so folks usually announced themselves as they spoke.
The conclusion of the meeting was to proceed with a revision to the current zoning bylaw. It will come before the Council, get referred to the Planning Board (for two public hearings and a decision) and then come back to the Town Council for a public hearing, two readings and a decision. The first appearance before the Council might be in September.
Without further ado, here is the audio recording.
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Reference Links
Chapter 185, Attachment 2 is the section of the zoning bylaw discussion for poultry
A search of the Town Code for the applicable governance revealed the following:
https://ecode360.com/documents/FR1096/FR1096-185b%20Use%20Reg%20Sched%20Part%20I.pdf#search=poultry
The Board of Health regulations can be found in Chapter 193
https://ecode360.com/10435803
If the above doesn’t work, try to search for Poultry on the Town Code page
https://ecode360.com/search/FR1096?query=poultry
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This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but I can't do it alone. I can use your help.
How can you help?
- If you like this, please tell your friends and neighbors.
- If you don't like this, please let me know.
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements.
Thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark and Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes = search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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