Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Live reporting: Legislation for Action


9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
a. Capital Budget Subcommittee
nothing now, will be getting going soon

b. Budget Subcommittee

c. Economic Development Subcommittee
preliminary discussion this evening, next meeting Dec 12 at 5:45

d. Town Administrator Search Committee
to be updated in another portion of the agenda
10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 18-65: Conditional Offer of Town Administrator Position to Current Deputy Town Administrator (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-65- Majority Vote (5))

Kelly - Chair of search committee
none of the applicants were from Franklin
(audio recording of the meeting is available and has been posted here previously)
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/11/town-administrator-search-subcommittee.html

recap of items mentioned during subcommittee meeting

Pellegri - ditto to everything Kelly said
assistants need to be developed for these roles

Hamblen - we're looking for a candidate with the best qualifications to fulfill the spot, Jamie gets Franklin, he has been around, volunteering even on the decoration effort recently

Jones - there is a logical path, some sense for what we do. When he was hired three years ago, he has worked closely with us, this is a person who is ready willing and able to make Franklin better. 

Padula - you have to earn this job, we are absolutely spoiled with the best in Jeff Nutting, people want to emulate Franklin, applaud this search committee for making this decision. He has a great attitude, he gets it. He has been on a three year job interview. I think we are through that and he fits the bill for us. I want this because he will make our job easier.

Dellorco - commend you for making this decision, it wasn't handed to him. He has got to be the best guy, I have been on the council 8 years, and I never call Jeff anymore, I call Jamie.

Earls - I have been impressed with his professionalism and wide range of experience; apprenticeship the last three years

Mercer - on the search committee this gave me some insights to what is out there. Three years ago, I was part of the committee that has hired Hellen. He has been mentored by the best and has done a great job. I am looking for someone who cares. Jamie cares about the community.

motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
via roll call 

Jamie does have some 'prepared' remarks


10f. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-821: Zoning Map Changes On Or Near Plain Street, Pond Street, and Palomino Drive - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-821 to a 2nd Reading-Majority Vote (5))

motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0

10g. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-822: Changes to §185-20. Signs - Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-822 to the Planning Board - Majority Vote (5))

motion to waive reading, seconded, passed 9-0
motion to refer to planning board, seconded, passed 9-0

10h. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-823: Changes To Sign District Regulations - Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-823 to the Planning Board- Majority Vote (5))

motion to waive reading, seconded, passed 9-0
motion to refer to planning board, seconded, passed 9-0

10i. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-824: Changes to Sign District Overlay Map- Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-824 to the Planning Board- Majority Vote (5))

motion to waive reading, seconded, passed 9-0
motion to refer to planning board, seconded, passed 9-0

10j. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 18-825: Chapter 47, Alcoholic Beverages- 1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 18-825 to a 2nd Reading - Majority Vote (5))

effectively a modification to the existing bylaw to enable THE BLACK BOX and other entertainment establishments to apply for an annual liquor license without having to do the single license per event that they have been doing.

motion to move to 2nd reading, seconded, passed 9-0

10k. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 18-828: Fees Bylaw Changes- 1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 18-828 to a 2nd Reading- Majority Vote (5))

a series of tweaks based upon feedback and items just missed previously, adding a fee waiver for Beaver St Recycling for those who qualify by income

motion to move to 2nd reading, seconded, passed 9-0



L-R Attny Mark Cerel, Deputy Admin Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator Jeff Nutting
L-R Attny Mark Cerel, Deputy Admin Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator Jeff Nutting

Live reporting: Snow Report

6a. HEARINGS
Tax Classification Hearing

6b. HEARINGS
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 18-821: Zoning Map Changes On Or Near Plain Street, Pond Street, and Palomino Drive

hearing opened, 

Kelly's prior questions not followed, not material to the change

hearing closed

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
None
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
a. Snow Update


Brutus Cantoreggi, Deacon Perrota, Carlos Rebelo

presentation copy to be added when available

shortage of contractors for snow removal, not just a Franklin issue, prevalent around the region and state

exploring options to address the insurance cost for the contractors as one of the real issues 

unable to clear roads within the time frames previously committed

Town has raised the rate, actually paying more than the State rate

last snow storm, we had 8", and 12 contractors; we could get by with some shortcuts as it was cold coming to warm and the warmth helped us. If it was cold to cold, we would have problems meeting requirements

Padula: "It will be a tough sell for the taxpayers with taxes going up"

Cantoreggi: "We talk a lot of pride in what we do, it is a fact of life that we are as good as how we clear the snow"

Rebelo: "We don't have a lot of extra trucks hanging around"

"It will get there but how long it will be to get good will take time"

screen grab of presentation page for the snow removal update to the Town Council
screen grab of presentation page for the snow removal update to the Town Council

Live reporting: Tax classification hearing


5. APPOINTMENTS
None
6. HEARINGSNone

Chris Feeley, chair of Board of Assessors
Kevin Doyle, Assessor; Chris Sandini, Comptroller

80.31 %   19.68%

motion to close hearing, seconded, passed 9-0

motion to move tax motions to now, rather than wait until later, seconded, passed 9-0

10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 18-66: Classification Tax Allocation - Residential Factor (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-66 - Majority Vote (5))

motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0

10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 18-67: Classification Tax Allocation- Open Space Exemption (Motion To Approve Resolution 18-67- Majority Vote (5))

motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0

10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 18-68: Classification Tax Allocation- Small Business Exemptio(Motion to Approve Resolution 18-68 - Majority Vote (5))

motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0

10e. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 18-69: Classification Tax Allocation- Residential Property Exemption (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-69 - Majority Vote (5))

motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0

Live reporting: Town Council - November 28, 2018

Present: Hamblen, Casey, Dellorco, Kelly, Mercer, Jones, Padula, Pellegri, Earls
Absent: none

Note: technical difficulties with Franklin TV results in the persistent beeping being heard, it is not something to be alarmed about. Updated post meeting - there was no recording or broadcast of this meeting. Fortunately, I did record the audio and that will be available later.

Agenda ItemSummary
Town Council Meeting Agenda
Meeting of November 28, 2018 - 7:00 PM
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS
a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast Channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.
2. CITIZENS 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.

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
None
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
a. Swearing in of Firefighters

two new Captains to be sworn in

Captain Charles Allen
Captain Thomas Carlucci


Citizens Comment
Dale Lippert, 8 Beth Road
did meet with Town Admin and lawyer on Monday
put back by treatment he received
town should buy the house and tear it down
their suggestion was to move the house up the hill, and move the septic system
other this would be to raise the house
third option was to tear up concrete and replace with rubble, effectively making the house a sump pump
sell the house, at a loss so someone could do one of the other items
The town will maintain the pump, so still on the hook

acknowledge member of the council who reached out to provide support and encouragement
acknowledge some of the former DPW workers, many of them have reached out to prove support


L-R: Teresa Burr, Captain Thomas Carlucci, Captain Charles Allen
L-R: Teresa Burr, Captain Thomas Carlucci, Captain Charles Allen


Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Nields Christmas Show - Dec 8





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Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Nields Christmas Show - Dec 8
The Nields Christmas Concert
and Sing-along


Dec 8 -  8 PM Adults $25, children $10
Tickets are a great Christmas gift.

Join The Nields plus Ben Demerath as they celebrate their long-awaited Christmas record. These friends have been singing carols together for decades, honing their arrangements at their annual local shows. If you love traditional and folk Christmas carols, this is the show for you! The Nields will also perform their original Christmas songs, "Merry Christmas, Mr. Jones," "A Christmas Carol" and "Jesus Was a Refugee."

The second set will be a sing-along where you can join in singing your favorite carols and get in the holiday spirit.
http://www.nields.com/music-content/joy-to-the-world/
The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin's First Universalist Society. Concerts are presented in a smoke free and alcohol free environment at the Society's handicapped accessible Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, and begin at 8:00 PM; doors open at 7:30 PM. Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available.  Please call (508)528-2541 or visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information.
Upcoming Shows
Jan 5       Joe Crookston
Jan 26     Dar Williams
Mar 9       Greg Greenway
Mar 23     Patty Larkin
Mar 30     Celtic Band RUNA
Apr 13     Tracy Grammer
May 11     Ordinary Elephant


Circle of Friends Coffeehouse · First Universalist Society · 262 Chestnut St · Franklin, MA 02038 · USA

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Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Nov 28, 2018

Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting

Municipal Building
355 East Central Street, Conference Room 205
Franklin, MA

November 28, 2018 
5:45 PM



This meeting may be recorded by audio or video.

Discussion:
1. Brewery, Winery, Distillery Bylaw Issues - food requirement

Future Meetings:
2. Clark, Cutler McDermott Rezoning
3. Housing - Generally

  • a.  R7 
  • a. Over 55 Housing Overlay 
  • b. Inclusionary Zoning Discussion 
  • c. Multi-Family Housing in Residential V and Commercial 1 
  • d. Downtown extension/C1/Village District Discussion 
  • e. Affordable Housing Plan

Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Nov 28, 2018
Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Nov 28, 2018

FHS girls and boys soccer with several representatives selected as All Stars

"Below are the official 2018 Hockomock League Girls and Boys Soccer All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league."


Girls HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP

  • Avery Snead, King Philip


HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

  • Sabrina Addi, Franklin
  • Breanna Atwood, Franklin
  • Anna Balkus, Franklin
  • Grace Gallo, Franklin


Honorable Mentions:

  • Hailey Toolin, Franklin



Boys HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP

  • Walisson de Oliveira, Milford


HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

  • Nitin Chaudhury, Franklin
  • Tim Duval, Franklin


Honorable Mentions:

  • Sam Stowell, Franklin



For the complete listing of girls all stars
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-girls-soccer-all-stars/

For the complete listing of boys all stars
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-boys-soccer-all-stars/

FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers