Live reporting: Presentation / Discussion

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS	Shaws Supermarkets- Change of Manager change of manager application, relatively straight forward move motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
8a. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS	Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School
8b. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS	Risk Assessment
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS	a. Capital Budget Subcommittee  b. Budget Subcommittee  c. Economic Development Subcommittee

Heather Zolnowski presenting on Charter School

(Updated 12/17/18 to add presentation doc copy)

Charter School Presentation to Town Council from Franklin Matters

Phase 1 doesn't include gymnasium
Phase 2 hopefully would be Jan 2021

approx 310 Franklin students across the grades

hopeful of opening Sep 2019

Live reporting: Town Council - Meeting - Dec 12, 2018

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

Agenda Item	Summary
Town Council Meeting Agenda	Meeting of December 12, 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	a. November 14, 2018 motion to approve, seconded passed 9-0
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS	None
5. APPOINTMENTS
5a. APPOINTMENTS	Board of Health - Ciera Maffei unusual requirement for Board of Health vote in conjunction with the full Council as this is a temporary appointment for an elected official motion to appoint, seconded vote via roll call, passed 10-0
5b. APPOINTMENTS	Zoning Board of Appeals - Philip Brunelli motion to approve, seconded,. passed 9-0
5c. APPOINTMENTS	Zoning Board of Appeals - Christopher Stickney motion to approve, seconded,. passed 9-0
6. HEARINGS	None

Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Dec 12

Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting

Municipal Building

355 East Central Street, Conference Room 205

Franklin, MA

December 12, 2018 5:45 PM

This meeting may be recorded by audio or video.

Discussion:

1. Brewery, Winery, Distillery Bylaw Issues - food requirement
2. Clark, Cutler, McDermott rezoning

Future Meetings:

3. 2013 Master Plan Update
4. Housing - Generally

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

This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/economic-development-subcommittee

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/edc_meeting_agenda_12-12-2018.pdf

Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Dec 12

FHS Chaudhury, Stowell selected to Best XI for Hockomock boys soccer

We share the HockomockSports.com boys soccer awards for FHS. Note: all photos from HockomockSports.com

HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM BEST XI

Nitin Chaudhury

Nitin Chaudhury – Franklin – Midfield
Franklin senior Nitin Chaudhury continued to be one of the most consistently good players on the pitch during the 2018 season. Not a flashy player or one for a lot of stats, Chaudhury does all of the small things right that can often go unnoticed. His work ethic was contagious and spread throughout the team, helping the Panthers record double-digit wins this season. “He’s an outstanding athlete, great leader, and the hardest worker on our team,” said Franklin coach Fran Bositis. “He set the tone for everyone else to follow.”

Sam Stowell

Sam Stowell – Franklin – Defense
Franklin junior Sam Stowell was a rock in the back for the Panthers during the 2018 season. Stowell is one of the more experienced defenders in the league despite being just a junior. The Panthers had one of the top defensive teams in the league, allowing just 20 goals this year, with Stowell in the heart of that group. Stowell was a big reason Franklin went 7-1-1 in its final nine games. “Sam is an excellent defender who was the leader of our defense and one of the primary reasons we were able to turn things around the second half of the season,” said Franklin coach Fran Bositis.




For all the awards for boys soccer
https://hockomocksports.com/awards/boys-soccer/2018-2/

FHS Paterson, Quinn recognized as 'players to watch'; Hockomock League girls hockey preview

Via HockomockSports we share the FHS information from the "Top 10 girls hockey players to watch" and the FHS girls hockey preview. 


REGAN PATERSON, SENIOR – FRANKLIN

The Panthers had a strong season in 2017-18 and Paterson’s return is a major reason why confidence is high that Franklin can put together another run at the postseason and also put together a challenge for the league title. One of the most skilled forwards in the league, Paterson has the rare ability to pick up the puck in the defensive zone and carry it through the opposition to create a scoring chance on the opposite end.  

She also showed the patience and confidence in possession to bring the puck backwards if it will open up space. Paterson led the league with 18 goals and 25 points in the regular season last winter and she was able to create scoring chances for a talented group of underclassmen forwards. If the Panthers are going to push Canton in the league this season (after handing the Bulldogs their only league loss last year), Paterson’s leadership and scoring will be key.

VICTORIA QUINN, SOPHOMORE – FRANKLIN

The Panthers have the potential to be one of the teams to watch out for in the league this season and a lot of that comes from the talented group of young forwards who stepped in an provided immediate contributions last year. Quinn was one of those rookies who stepped in an instantly proved that she belonged at that level, scoring 16 points on five goals and 11 assists, with her speed, tenacity, and ability to finish.  

Along with classmates Amanda Lewandowski (forward) and Libby Carter (defense), the freshmen combined for 16 goals altogether and helped the Panthers score 69 goals as a team, which was second best in the Hock. Quinn has the potential to pair up with Regan Paterson and provide one of the top scoring groups in the league again this year.

for the other players to watch around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-girls-hockey-players-to-watch-in-2018-2019/


FRANKLIN
2017-2018 Record: 14-4-4
2017-2018 Finish: Reached Div. 1 first round.
Coach: Margie Burke

Franklin had a very strong 2017-18 season, winning 14 games, including one in the postseason, and will try to build on that momentum to make another run at the postseason and to challenge inaugural league champ Canton at the top of the standings.

There is plenty of experience coming back to power the Panthers up the league standings. Senior Regan Paterson is one of the league’s top skaters and was the league’s top scorer last year with 18 goals and seven assists. Sophomores Victoria Quinn, Amanda Lewandowski, and Libby Carter (who was listed as a defenseman) will also provide offense after combining for 16 goals as freshmen. Junior Jordan Dwyer is also back up top after a 12-point season last year. While this a lot of youth in the forward lines, all saw time last season.

Defense will be one of the team’s strengths this season, with juniors Tina Pisano, Gina Vignone, and Gianna Cameron and senior Cassi Ronan all back to lead a veteran crew. One of the biggest changes for the Panthers will be in goal. Natalie Stott had an impressive freshman campaign but left to attend prep school, so Franklin will turn to sophomore Gabby Colace, who allowed only 0.56 goals against, saved 96 percent of the shots she faced, and had three shutouts as a freshman, and is ready to step into a bigger role. Senior Gianna Cornetta will also see time in net.

Franklin coach Margie Burke, who was honored with the National Ice Hockey Officials Association (NIHOA) Coach of the Year award last March, said, “I expect the hockey [in the league] to be very competitive again this year.”

Continue reading the girls hockey preview
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-2019-hockomock-girls-hockey-preview/

FHS Panthers

Both FHS girls and boys basketball teams top Milford

Via HockomockSports we share the results of the FHS sports action on Tuesday, Dec 11, 2018


Boys Basketball - Milford, 29 @ Franklin, 64 – Final
– After a slow first quarter for both teams (8-4 Panthers), Franklin built a 25-12 lead at halftime and kept that lead the rest of the way in a win over Milford. Franklin junior Chris Edgehill scored 17 of his game-high 25 points in the second half to keep the Panthers ahead while Jalen Samuels chipped in with 12 points. Franklin had five players score in a 17-point second quarter that helped create the separation. Senior Brendan White led the Hawks with 15 points.

Girls Basketball - Franklin, 61 @ Milford, 20 – Final
– Franklin jumped out in front early, leading 41-12 at halftime, and never looked back in both teams’ season opener. Ali Brigham scored 29 for the Panthers, who also got 10 points from Bea Bondhus and eight points from freshman Olivia Quinn in her varsity debut. Jillian Michelson scored seven points and Emma Lawrence had six for the Hawks.


For the other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-12-11-18/

FHS Panthers

In the News: tunnel planning underway for rail trail; school funding revamp looked for; Holiday buffet at Gerry's Place

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

"The state Department of Conservation has given the town the go-ahead to design a tunnel that will connect the walking trail system from Bellingham to Franklin. 

The completed tunnel would provide a continuous pathway from Grove Street in Franklin into the connecting trail in Bellingham. 

The tunnel under Prospect Street in Franklin is a critical element in the trail. 

Trail users now have to cross the road and ascend down a steep, dirt path to get back to the path. There are remnants of an old tunnel."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181211/franklin-readies-for-trail-improvements

tunnel planning underway for rail trail crossing on Prospect St

"A group of parents and advocates making their case for revamping the state’s school funding system on Monday nearly crossed paths with a top education official on his way to a budget office meeting. 

Members of Stand for Children Massachusetts delivered more than 1,700 letters to Gov. Charlie Baker, asking for what the group described as a more equitable school funding formula that would address rising and uncovered costs related to health care, English language learners and special education. 

As advocates stood outside Baker’s third-floor office discussing their request, Education Secretary James Peyser passed behind them, headed for the Executive Office of Administration and Finance. Peyser did not stop and talk with the group, telling reporters as he walked by that he was late for a meeting. 

“We’re in the middle of budget season,” Peyser said. “We’re obviously looking at everything and trying to do the best we can.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181212/activists-seek-revamp-of-state-education-funding

"There was no aroma of international favorites wafting through the kitchen at Tri-Country Regional High School just yet. But there was the promise of them. 

On Tuesday afternoon, culinary arts students began some early prep work ahead of The international holiday buffet - a much-anticipated tradition at the school. 

This is the fifteenth year students learning the art of cookery have taken on the task of researching holiday dishes from around the globe and then presenting their finished dishes for the public to enjoy. The buffet will be held at Tri-County’s student-run restaurant, Gerry’s Place, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181212/world-of-flavor-tri-county-students-prepare-for-annual-international-holiday-buffet

Tri-County Regional to Host Annual International Holiday Buffet on December 13