Live reporting: Legislation for action

0a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 18-18 (Corrected) Appropriation Loan Order (Borrowing Authorization) (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-18 - Two-Thirds Majority Roll Call Vote (6)) motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call re-vote due to a typo on prior motion previous meeting
10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 18-44: Acceptance of Gift to the Council on Aging (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-44- Majority Vote (5)) motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call
10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 18-46: Appropriation of Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per MGL ch. 44, §53F3/4 (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-46- Majority Vote (5)) motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call
10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 18-47: Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-off Abatement Program (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-47- Majority Vote (5)) program matches volunteers with skills and various Town Depts, about 90 seniors utilizing the program this year. Used as clerical help, and with Recreation, Fire Dept, Police, Senior Center and schools... motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call
10e. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 18-48: Acceptance of Gift to the Franklin Police Department(Motion to Approve Resolution 18-48 - Majority Vote (5)) motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call
10f. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 18-49: Acceptance of Gift to the Franklin Fire Department (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-49 - Majority Vote (5)) motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call
10g. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 18-50: Acceptance of Gift to the Franklin Fire Department (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-50 - Majority Vote (5)) motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call
10h. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-815: Changes to 185, Attachment 9, Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-815 to a 2nd Reading - Majority Vote (5)) motion to move to 2nd reading, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call
10i. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-816: Changes to §185, Use Regulations Schedule Parts I and VII, Attachments 2 and 8 - 2nd Reading (Motion to Adopt Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-816 - Two Thirds Majority Roll Call Vote (6)) poultry use regulation modifications; for permit, then Board of Health regulations come to play Hamblen, recused motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-0-1 (recused) via roll call Pellegri votes yes commenting that if residents had been here to speak against, she might have voted no
10j. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-818r: Maximum Building Height Dimensional Regulations- 2nd Reading (Motion to Adopt Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-818r - Two-Thirds Majority Roll Call Vote (6)) adding buildings up to 60' may be permitted by special permit, different heights in different sections motion to table for next meeting (9/26) , seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call
10k. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-820: Zoning Map Changes on or near King Street, Summer Street, Lawrence Drive, and Uncas Ave - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-820 to referral to the Planning Board- Majority Vote (5)) motion to change two plots to Res IV, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call S Sherlock interjected that the motions were for approval to readings when the EDC meeting said this was a referral to the Planning Board motions were withdrawn, the amendment is good, but the new motion is for referral to planning board. Residents have not yet been notified of this potential change motion to referral to the Planning Board as amended, seconded, passed 9-0 via roll call
10l. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Bylaw Amendment 18-819: Amendment to Chapter 170, Vehicles and Traffic - 2nd Reading (Motion to Adopt Bylaw Amendment 18-819 - Majority Roll Call Vote (5)) parking corrections to address the parking in the neighborhood near the Dean housing, to improve public safety and to allow the trash to be picked up Jill Mercer Bedoya, opposition to parking changes now marked parking spots, where before these were unknown as available; where parking is now allowed on both sides near the fire station, there is not two way traffic, nor could the fire truck fit 2nd resident from the neighborhood: 2 hour parking is not going to work, Dean students are only just back and there are already problems, explore other areas were residential parking only, no overnight parking; no issues with the kids themselves Nutting - we don't have resident parking, don't have technology or staff to do so; sufficient parking spaces available; if it posted, then the car needs to be moved, without posting, they can park anytime Chief Lynch - a lot of this is a compromise, no signs our concern is really with the overnight parking This is a start, we had agreed that we'd give Dean 30 days to see what happens after the signs go up. The signs are not up yet, so we need to get there. It is a compromise and may need to be tweaked motion to approve, seconded, passed 8-1 via roll call  (Casey no)

Live reporting: Subcommittee reports

8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS

none

9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS

a. Capital Budget Subcommittee capital request for school handicap van to fill in for service, current need, renting on a daily basis until purchase approved coming to a future meeting as an agenda item b. Budget Subcommittee meeting 9/18 with Town Admin, to prep for meeting 9/26 at 5:30 c. Economic Development Subcommittee met this evening, plot line changes brought forward, other items being discussed

Live reporting: Public Hearings

5. APPOINTMENTS
6. HEARINGS	7:10 PM
6a. HEARINGS	Zoning Bylaw 18-820: Zoning Map Changes on or near King Street, Summer Street, Lawrence Drive and Uncas Ave. changing zoning to bring plot lines in alignment with zoning so that the properties are in one zone, no real significant changes to property owners motion to close hearing 9-0 via roll call
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
7a. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS	Santa Fe Burrito Grill LLC- New License-Public Hearing 7:10pm motion to approve new license, seconded, passed previously but due to some technicalities it is being redone Hector Angel, manager of the Grill, capacity of 63 motion passed 9-0 via roll call
7b. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS	Table and Vine, Inc. - Manager Change motion passed 9-0 via roll call
7c. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS	BBRG TR, LLC d/b/a Joe's American Bar and Grill-  Change of Manager and Change of Beneficial Interest. motion passed 9-0 via roll call

Live reporting: Town Council - Sep 5, 2018

Present: Hamblen, Casey, Dellorco, Mercer, Kelly, Jones, Padula, Pellegri, Earls (via phone remote)

all votes via roll call this evening

Absent: none

Agenda Item	Summary
Town Council Meeting Agenda	Meeting of September 5, 2018 - 7:00PM
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS	a. This meeting is being recorded 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 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
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES	August 8, 2018 Minutes motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0  via roll call
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS	Police Officers - Retiring and New 4 retiring, 4 new hires to fill in the spots Photos to be added Change of #1 badge from retiring Officer Fiori to Office Lawrence (?)

five minute recess

Excitement tonight in Franklin. New fire truck outside, 4 retirees and 4 new hires for Police inside pic.twitter.com/16YAVAhDxz

— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) September 5, 2018

FHS girls and boys soccer preview from HockomockSports.com

HockomockSports.com has published their Kelly-Rex Division Preview for both girls and boys soccer. The recap for Franklin High School is shared here. The links for the preview of the other teams in the Kelly-Rex Division are below.

FRANKLIN Girls Soccer

2017 Record: 10-8-2
2017 Finish: Reached Div. 1 South first round.
Coach: Tom Geysen

Franklin battled injuries throughout the 2017 season and those injuries tested the Panthers depth, but heading into a new season head coach Tom Geysen is confident that this year’s squad can withstand the rigors of Hockomock play. The Panthers will be tested early, with King Philip, Mansfield, and Canton in the opening four games.

Versatility will be a key for the Panthers this season with players capable of slotting into different positions. One of those players is junior Anna Balkus, who can play up top or drop back into the midfield depending on the formation. Sophomore Sydney St. Marie will also play up top and Geysen said that she has shown real progress from last year. Junior Carly Alston will be in the heart of the midfield, while senior Halle Atkinson will give Franklin an outlet on one wing and sophomore Erin Qualie, fresh off an impressive rookie campaign, will be on the other. Defensively, Franklin will count on third-year center back Grace Gallo, fellow senior Maddie Stewart, and junior Sabrina Addi, who moved from the midfield to defense last fall. Athletic junior Breanna Atwood will jump into goal and continue Franklin’s run of strong goalkeepers.

“We have a good nucleus of kids coming back and kids moving around to new positions,” said Geysen. “There are a lot of freshmen with potential to develop into strong players. Everyone had a good attitude and has been working hard.”

For all the Hockomock League girls soccer in the Kelly-Rex Division https://hockomocksports.com/girls-soccer-2018-kelley-rex-division-preview/

FRANKLIN Boys Soccer

2017 Record: 5-9-4
2017 Finish: Missed playoffs
Coach: Fran Bositis

After going through some growing pains throughout the 2017 season, the Panthers are looking to make it back to the state tournament.

It all starts with the Panthers’ three senior captains, who will be relied upon to help Franklin compete in a very talented Kelley-Rex division.

Nitin Chaudhury, Nick Barry, and Sam Stowell are all veteran players and will be joined by 10 other returners from last year’s team that got better as the season went on. The Panthers must replace talented goalie Freddie Beckmann but head coach Fran Bositis is expecting good things from junior Jack Rudolph because of his excellent athletic ability.

Chaudhury will once again be the engine of the team from the midfield position while Stowell is back for his third year in the heart of the Panthers’ defense. Jacob Cummings will be another weapon for Franklin in the midfield while senior Tim Duval and junior Donny Tappin return up top.

“As always we are looking forward to competing in the very competitive Hockomock League,” Bositis said.

For all the Hockomock League boys soccer in the Kelly-Rex Division https://hockomocksports.com/2018-kelley-rex-boys-soccer-preview/

Taunton’s Colby Fernandes and Franklin’ Nitin Chaudhury battle for possession last season. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)

Franklin, MA: Capital Budget Subcommittee - Agenda - Sep 5

Capital Budget Subcommittee Meeting

Municipal Building

355 East Central Street, Room 205

Franklin, MA

September 5, 2018 6:40 PM

Discussion:
1. Discussion on immediate need: new school special education van


This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/capital_budget_subcommittee_agenda.pdf

Franklin, MA: Capital Budget Subcommittee - Agenda - Sep 5

Ronan - FHS field hockey "Player to Watch"

HockomockSports.com has published their Field Hockey Players to Watch listing for the 2018 fall season. Franklin High School Field Hockey has a player on the listing.


CASSI RONAN, SENIOR – FRANKLIN
Ronan was the key to Franklin’s resurgence from a difficult start to the 2017 season to taking second in the Kelley-Rex division and push eventual South (and league champion) King Philip to double overtime in the second round of the state tournament. Ronan, one of the top stickhandlers in the league, showcased her all-around game to get the Panthers back into the playoffs. She scored team highs in goals (20) and assists (10) and consistently created scoring chances for the Franklin attack, while also chipping in with defensive work in the midfield to limit counterattacks from the opposition. Ronan will be counted on again this fall, under a new coaching staff, to once again keep control of games for the Panthers and try to get Franklin back on top of the league.

For all the Hockomock League Field Hockey players to watch
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-field-hockey-players-to-watch-in-2018/

Ronan - FHS field hockey "Player to Watch"

SAFE Coalition: 9/5/18 Meeting cancellation

The Community Forum scheduled for Wednesday night 9/5 has been cancelled. Sorry about the late notice.

The next Community Forum is Wednesday, October 3 at Franklin Municipal Bldg 3rd Floor.

SAFE Coalition: 9/5/18 Meeting cancellation

Franklin Liquor: Upcoming September Events

Franklin Lifelong Learning Event

Exploring French wines

September 25 - 7 PM

Lets take a tasting tour around France.

This is a sit down tasting/education event held in the Franklin Liquors wine room.
We will discuss regions, laws and explore unique wines from Champagne to the Southwest. Don't let wines from France confuse you, learn what grapes grow best where and so much more!

Register -> https://bit.ly/2LQGDuc

Franklin Wine Club Event

September 27 - 7 PM

Exploring Portugal

Host: Augusto Gabriel

At this sit down event we will taste and talk about the Portuguese wine regions.
Exploring its history as well as the indigenous grape varieties and the rules and laws of Portuguese wine .

About Augusto
Assistant Sales Manager, MS Walker imports, Wines of Portugal
Augusto was born in Portugal and has resided in the United States for over 30 years.
Working with wines of Portugal for over 16 years. Gabriel has traveled throughout all the Portuguese wine regions. He has met, discussed, and studied this wine sector, in detail with leading wine personalities across the country.
He is recognized in the wine industry circles as one of the leading Portuguese wine personalities.

Register -> https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/254384026/

Franklin Liquor: Upcoming September Events

In the News: Primary results

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

"In a political stunner, incumbent Democratic U.S. Rep. Michael Capuano lost Tuesday’s primary to Ayanna Pressley, a Boston city councilor who is virtually assured of becoming the first black woman to serve Massachusetts in Congress. 

Republican Gov. Charlie Baker won his party’s nomination for a second term, defeating Scott Lively, a conservative minister and staunch supporter of President Donald Trump who frequently called Baker — a frequent critic of the president — a RINO, or Republican in Name Only. Baker will face Democrat Jay Gonzalez. 

Democratic U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren sailed through the primary unopposed. She’ll face Geoff Diehl, a state representative who served as co-chair of Trump’s 2016 campaign in the state and defeated two other Republicans for his party’s nomination."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180904/primary-roundup-ayanna-pressley-unseats-incumbent-mike-capuano-other-big-news

"Three Democrats battled it out in Tuesday’s Democratic Primary in the Norfolk, Bristol and Middlesex District. 

Early returns showed Needham lawyer Becca Rausch had a 2,900-vote lead over challengers Jackie Katz and Kris Alexsov, according to the Rausch campaign late Tuesday night. All precincts reported except for Norfolk and Franklin. 

The winner faces incumbent Sen. Richard Ross, R-Wrentham, in November. Ross has held the seat since 2010."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180904/rausch-wins-democratic-race--will-take-on-incumbent-gop-sen-richard-ross

In the News: Primary results

The unofficial Franklin results can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/09/unofficial-results-for-franklin-primary.html