Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Aug 8, 2018

The published agenda and documents for the Franklin Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 8, 2018

(Note: where there are active links in the agenda item, it will take you to the associated document)

You can also find the full set of documents in one PDF

http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/august_8_2018_town_council_agenda_complete.pdf

Agenda Item	Summary
Town Council Meeting Agenda	Meeting of August 8, 2018 - 7:00PM
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS	a. This meeting is being recorder by Franklin TV and shows 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 angage 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	July 11, 2018
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS	a. Swearing in of Firefighters
5. APPOINTMENTS	Community Garden Committee- Crystle Chase
6. HEARINGS
6a. HEARINGS	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-815: Changes to Section 185, Attachement 9, Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements.
6b. HEARINGS	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-816: Changes to Section 185, Use Regulations Schedule Oarts I and VII, Attachment 2 and 8.
6c. HEARINGS	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-818: Maximum Building Height Dimensional Regulations.
6d. HEARINGS	Bylaw Amendment 18-819: Chapter 170 Vehicles and Traffic
7a. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS	Franklin BBC, LLC d/b/a British Beer Company- Change of Manager
7b. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS	Table and Vine, Inc. - Change of Manger
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
8a. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS	Facilities Department
8b. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS	Open Space Committee Discussion
8c. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS	Fourth of July Coalition
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS	a. Capital Budget Subcommittee b. Budget Subcommittee c. Economic Development Subcommittee
10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 18-45: Participation in Opioid and Engagement of Legal Counsel for that Purpose ( Motion to Approve Resolution 18-45 - Majority Vote (5))
10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-803R: Zoning Map Changes from Industrial, or Industrial & Single Family Residential IV, or Industrial & Rural Residential I, to Single Family Residential IV, or Industrial, or Rural Residential I, an Area On Or Near Fisher, Hayward and McCarthy Streets - 2nd Reading ( Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-803R -  ⅔ Majority Roll Call Vote (6))
10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-805: Changes to §185-21 Parking, Loading and Driveway Requirements - 2nd Reading (Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-805 - ⅔ Majority Roll Call Vote(6))
10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-810: Definitions. Small, Medium, Large Ground Mounted Solar Energy Systems, Accessory Use, and Accessory Building or Structure - 2nd Reading ( Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-810 - ⅔ Majority Roll Call Vote (6))
10e. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-811: Changes to §185-19. Accessory Building and Structures - 2nd Reading ( Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-811 -  ⅔ Majority Roll Call Vote (6))
10f. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning bylaw Amendment 18-812: Ground-Mounted Solar Energy System Use Regulations - 2nd Reading ( Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-812 -  ⅔ Majority Roll Call Vote (6))
10g. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-815: Changes to Section 185, Attachment 9, Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements-1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 18-815 to a 2nd Reading- Majority Vote (5))
10h. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-816: Changes to Section 185, Use Regulations Schedule Parts I and VII, Attachments 2 and 8 - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment to a 2nd Reading- Majority Vote (5))
10i. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-818: Maximum Building Height Dimensional Regulations - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-818 to a 2nd Reading - Majority Vote (5))
10j. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Bylaw Amendment 18-817: Amendment to Water System Map - 2nd Reading ( Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 18-817- Majority Vote (5))
10k. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Bylaw Amendment 18-819: Chapter 170, Vehicles and Traffic -1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 18-819 to a 2nd Reading- Majority Vote (5))
11. TOWN ADMINISTRATORS REPORT
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION	None Scheduled
14. ADJOURN

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Aug 8, 2018

Electronics Recycling Event - August 18

SATURDAY, August 18th - 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
St. Mary’s Church, 201 Main St, Franklin MA

Accepting:
Any and all electronics and appliances, including TV’s, monitors, computers, printers, microwaves, AC’s, washers, dryers, lawn mowers and any item that has a plug.

Our Costs:
● $5 each — Computers, DVD players, Laptops, Misc. Electronics, etc.
● $10 each — Microwaves & Small Appliances, Exercise Equipment, Grills, Lawn Mowers & Snow Blowers (gas removed)
● $15 each — TV’s under 19," Computer Monitors, AC’s, Dehumidifiers
● $20 each — Washing machines, Dryers, Stoves, Large appliances, TV’s between 19” and 26"
● $25 each — TV’s between 27” and 31,” Large Refrigerators
● $30 each — TV’s between 32" and 35”
● $35 each — TV’s over 36”
● $40 each — Projection TV’s
● NO CHARGE: Cell Phones, Tablets, Bikes, Car or Truck Batteries

RAIN OR SHINE, CASH OR CHECK, ZERO LANDFILL

Questions? 
Contact Jim Wood J.wood36@Yahoo.com

Electronics Recycling Event - August 18

Download the flyer
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczb085QVNCaDQxVmFDcVFSNS14dEJIUUE3THFV/view?usp=sharing

Franklin Almanac - Episode 10 (video) - from the archives

Re-posting the Franklin Almanac - Episode 10 (video) from the archives in August 2017. Polikseni has moved on to a regular weekend position with a TV station in Vermont.


Franklin Almanac Episode 10 with Host Polikseni Manxhari was originally broadcast on Aug 14, 2017.

• Introduction- 00:00-00:36
• Sara Ahern, Superintendent of Franklin Public Schools- 00:37-09:52
• Franklin Cultural Festival-09:53-15:17
• Operation Chill-15:18-21:00
• DARE Program-21:01-27:05
• Final Thoughts-27:06-28:30

Note: you might recognize someone as he talks about letting "magic happen" at the end of the Franklin Cultural Festival segment

https://youtu.be/7sDrKRgzaNw

Electric Youth and Future Shock pleased the crowd at the Town Common
on the opening night of the 3rd Annual Cultural Festival

Remember when - August 5, 2011

Friday, August 5, 2011

British Beer Company - ribbon cutting

The United Chamber of Commerce welcomed the British Beer Company (BBC) with a ribbon cutting ceremony this week. The British Beer Company opened in January in the former Applebee's location at the Franklin Village Mall. It is a very popular place with waits up to 90 minutes on Friday's nights.

British Beer Company - ribbon cutting

Continue reading in the archives

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2011/08/british-beer-company-ribbon-cutting.html

Changes to MassCEC's Woodstove Changeout and Air-Source Heat Pump Programs

Updates from MassCEC Clean Heating & Cooling

Dear Friends of MassCEC's Clean Heating and Cooling Programs, We have updates for you regarding our Woodstove Change-Out and Air-Source Heat Pump Programs. Enclosed are details on making the move to low-emission stoves as well as information about new ASHP rebate levels. Woodstove Change-Out Extended! The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) is extending the 2018 Woodstove Change-Out Program deadline to September 25, 2018. Any Massachusetts resident or business currently operating a non-EPA-certified wood stove or fireplace insert is eligible for a rebate of up to $1,750 when replacing an existing stove with an eligible model. Those that meet certain income requirements are eligible for rebates of up to $3,000. To date, 114 woodstoves have been changed out with our program and we've awarded $193,500 in rebates. If you own an old wood stove and would like to replace it with a new, low-emission EPA-certified wood or pellet stove, visit MassCEC's website to find out more. You will need to contact a local stove professional who can determine the eligibility of your old stove and submit a rebate application on your behalf after installing your new stove. Act now to make sure you don't miss this newly extended application deadline! MassCEC webpage                            https://masscec.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cfa86dfbf4982660c6328daa0&id=b97e9e9f13&e=952cc7b7a1 local stove professionals https://masscec.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cfa86dfbf4982660c6328daa0&id=81d573c207&e=952cc7b7a1 Air-Source Heat Pump Updates The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) is making some changes to our Residential Air-Source Heat Pump Program. This program provides rebates for the installation of qualifying air source heat pump systems at homes and small businesses in Massachusetts. The new standard rebate levels will range from $500 to $2,500. Homeowners that meet certain income requirements will be eligible for rebates of up to $4,000. Those replacing electric resistance heating with heat pumps are eligible for additional funds. The changes to the program can be found in our Program Manual. Any applications submitted after November 1 will be subject to the new rebate amounts. If you would like to install a heat pump in your home, visit MassCEC's website to find out more. You will need to contact an eligible installer who will discuss with you what heat pumps will satisfy your needs and complete the install. Thank you for your interest in our Commonwealth Woodstove Change-Out and Air-Source Programs! The MassCEC Woodstove Change-Out Team Massachusetts Clean Energy Center 63 Franklin St, 3rd Floor  Boston, MA 02110 Telephone:  617-712-1109 woodstoves@masscec.com masscec.com The MassCEC Air-Source Heat Pump Team Massachusetts Clean Energy Center 63 Franklin St, 3rd Floor  Boston, MA 02110 Telephone:  617-712-1109 ashp@masscec.com  masscec.com Massachusetts Clean Energy Center   Grow the state's clean energy industry while helping to meet the Commonwealth's clean energy and climate goals. Copyright © 2018 Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: 63 Franklin Street, 3rd Floor Boston, MA 02110 Phone: 617-315-9300 Fax: 617-315-9356

Massachusetts Clean Energy Center · 63 Franklin Street · 3rd Floor · Boston, MA 02110 · USA

Franklin Historical Museum: Maureen Taylor – The Photo Detective - Aug 12

Author, speaker, blogger, noted researcher and expert on solving photo mysteries, Maureen Taylor returns to the Franklin Historical Museum Sunday, August 12 at 1:15. The Wall Street Journal called her ‘the nation’s foremost historical photo detective’. 

Wedding Gown display

Join us for Maureen’s presentation ‘Telling the story of wedding photos’ as our speaker series once again relates to our summer Wedding Gown display. The 14 beautiful gowns will be on display until August 26th.

Immediately following the presentation, the public is invited to bring in their vintage family wedding photos (up to 3) to be scanned and become part of the museum’s permanent photo collection. 

All photos brought in for scanning must have a tie to Franklin through the Bride, the Groom or the location of the ceremony. Dig out those photos and let your family take their place in Franklin history.

The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street, is ADA accessible and admission is always FREE.

Senator Richard Ross: July 2018 Newsletter

Senator Richard J. Ross, State House Update, July 2018 View this email in your browser State Senator Richard J. Ross (R-Wrentham) proudly serving the Norfolk, Bristol and Middlesex District. State House Room 419 Boston, MA 02133 Ph: 617-722-1555 Fax: 617-722-1054 Email: richard.ross@masenate.gov Dear Friends, July has been a busy month here at the State House as we have been closing out our legislative session. My fellow Senators and I have been working on many pieces of legislation regarding veterans affairs, municipal police training,  economic development, and many other issues as well. The FY19 Budget has been signed by Governor Baker, and I suggest you review my FY19 Budget Round-Up, which includes information on funding for improvements across my district to help our towns and lessen the burden on you, the taxpayers. As always, please feel free to reach out to my office directly at (617) 722-1555 or email Richard.Ross@masenate.gov. Sincerely, ON THE HILL FY19 Budget Round-Up I am pleased that the budget signed by Governor Baker includes funding for many important programs and projects throughout my district. This funding will go a long way in improving the quality of education at our schools, providing transportation to our citizens, especially seniors, improving streets and dams, and fighting the opioid epidemic. There is more I wish we had done, as far as cost saving measures and letting taxpayers keep more of their hard-earned dollars, but our work continues. FY19 Earmarks 1. Attleboro Fire Safety – Provides $50,000 for a fire safety grant in Attleboro 2. Franklin Veterans War Memorial - Provides $50,000 for Franklin to construct a veterans memorial parkway on the town common 3.Franklin –King Street Park Improvements - Provides $200,000 for improvements to the King Street Memorial Park 4. Franklin downtown Partnership - Provides $25,000 for the Franklin Downtown Partnership 5. Millis Senior Transportation - Provides $50,000 for Millis to purchase a new senior van 6. Millis High School Auditorium - Provides $60,000 for Millis to renovate the High School auditorium 7. Natick Veterans Oral History Project - Provides $30,000 to the Veterans Oral History Project at Morse Library in Natick 8. Natick Recreational Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities - Provides $75,000 to Natick to support Camp Arrowhead which provides recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities statewide 9. Natick Opioid Task Force - Provides $60,000 for the Opioid Task Force in Natick 10. Natick Service Council for Veterans -Provides $25,000 for the Natick Service Council for Veterans substance abuse prevention efforts 11. Needham handicap Accessible Transport Van for Seniors - Provides $90,000 for Needham to purchase a handicap van for senior transportation 12. Needham Pedestrian Safety Improvements - Provides $200,000 for Needham to make certain public safety improvements 13. Needham Cutler Park Improvements - Provides $100,000 for maintenance and improvements to Cutler Park in Needham 14. Norfolk City Mills Dam Improvements - Provides $50,000 for Norfolk for improvements to the portion of Main Street traversing the City Mills Dam 15. North Attleboro Child Safety Grant - Provides $50,000 for the WWII Veteran Memorial Pool in North Attleboro 16. Wellesley Pedestrian Crossing Study - Provides $30,000 for Wayland to conduct a feasibility study on improving the crossing at Route 9/Worcester Street in Wellesley 17. Wellesley Protective Gear - Provides $24,000 for Wellesley to purchase personal protective gear and medical supplies for law enforcement 18. Wrentham Developmental Center Mitigations - Provides $100,000 to cities and towns hosting developmental centers or state schools 19. Tri-County Voc-Tech High School Handicap Activity Van for Disabled Students - Provides $50,000 for Tri-County to purchase a new handicap activity van 20. King Phillip Regional School Safety - Provides $100,000 to the towns of King Philip (through Wrentham) for school safety improvements The Newsletter was shortened for publication here. To review the full set of contents https://mailchi.mp/4d4d5cad3a11/please-read-my-july-2018-newsletter?e=c5417034e9

Franklin Almanac - Episode 9 (video) - from the archives

Re-posting the Franklin Almanac - Episode 9 (video) from the archives in July 2017. Polikseni has moved on to a regular weekend position with a TV station in Vermont.


Franklin Almanac Episode 9 with Host Polikseni Manxhari was published on Jul 24, 2017. It is available for replay on YouTube after being broadcast on the local Verizon and Comcast cable channels.

• Introduction- 0:00-0:35
• Franklin Legion 5k- 0:36-3:51
• Housing Threshold- 3:52-11:25
• Algonquin Pipeline- 11:26-18:54
• Franklin Farmers Market- 18:56-23:51
• Final thoughts and closing-23:52-25:20

https://youtu.be/2T9AmqOCIo8

two rows of vendors at the Franklin Farmers Market