10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION |
Resolution 19-27: Appropriation & Borrowing Well 3 & 6 Water Treatment Plant (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-27- Two-Thirds Majority Roll Call Vote (6))
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
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10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION |
Resolution 19-28: Grove Street Water Treatment Plant (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-28 - Majority Vote (5))
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
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10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION |
Resolution 19-29: Appropriation Sewer Enterprise Fund Beaver Street Interceptor (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-29 - Majority Vote (5))
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
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10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION |
Resolution 19-30: Acceptance of Gift- Veterans Services (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-30 - Majority Vote (5))
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
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10e. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION |
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 19-837: Zoning Map Changes from General Residential V to Single Family Residential IV an Area on or Near West Central Street- 1st Reading (Motion to Move Zoning Bylaw Amendment 19-837 to a 2nd Reading- Majority Vote (5))
carried to future meeting
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10f. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION |
Bylaw Amendment 19-838: Amendment to the Franklin Town Code at Ch. 153 Stormwater Management-1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 19-838 to a 2nd Reading- Majority Vote (5))
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
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10g. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION |
Bylaw Amendment 19-839: Municipal Service Fees- Recycling Sticker Rate Increase- 2nd Reading (Motion to Adopt Bylaw Amendment 19-839- Majority Roll Call Vote (5))
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
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10h. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION |
Bylaw Amendment 19-840: Municipal Service Fees- Curbside Trash/Recycling Rate Increase- 2nd Reading (Motion to Adopt Bylaw Amendment 19-840 - Majority Roll Call Vote (5))
motion to adjust annual rate from 240 to 248
motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
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Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Real Time Reporting: Legislation for Action
Real time reporting: Veterans Agent - Dale Kurtz
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS |
None
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8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS |
Veterans Agent Presentation
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9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS |
a. Capital Budget Subcommittee
no updates
b. Budget Subcommittee
no update
c. Economic Development Subcommittee
no update
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Veterans agent Dale Kurtz providing an update to the Council on the services delivered to the veterans of Franklin #tc0410 pic.twitter.com/5EOL88498K— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) April 10, 2019
More bricks being installed for Memorial Day, still on sale until all sold. Will be installed also on Veterans Day in Nov. #tc0410 pic.twitter.com/fInFBVP7Wd— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) April 10, 2019
Real Time Reporting: Town Council - Apr 10, 2019
Agenda Item | Summary |
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Town Council Meeting Agenda |
Meeting of April 10, 2019
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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.
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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.
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3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES | |
3a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES |
March 13, 2019
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0, 2 abstain
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3b. APPROVAL OF MINUTES |
March 20, 2019
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0, 2 abstain
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4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS |
None
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5. APPOINTMENTS |
None
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6. HEARINGS |
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 19-837: Zoning Map Changes from General Residential V to Single Family Residential IV an Area on or Near West Central Street
hearing opened, then continued to June 5 due to pending litigation by a developer with a proposal for the property that would be changed by this measure
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Zoning bylaw public hearing opened and then continued to June 5 due to pending litigation with the Planning Board and subject developer #tc0410 pic.twitter.com/KtOSVqbTmI— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) April 10, 2019
Attention Residents: Upcoming Construction - Lincoln St, Chestnut St
Pavement milling on Lincoln St (from Skyline to the Medway town line) will begin 4/10/2019, followed by Chestnut Street (from Pleasant St to Celinda Dr) on 4/11/2019. Paving is expected to be completed within a few weeks.
Construction at the intersection of Marvin Ave at Beaver St and Reid St at Beaver St will begin on 4/11/2019 and 4/12/2019; this project is expected to last several months.
Construction at the intersection of Marvin Ave at Beaver St and Reid St at Beaver St will begin on 4/11/2019 and 4/12/2019; this project is expected to last several months.
Upcoming Construction - Lincoln St, Chestnut St |
Library Book Sale - April 12-13
The Book Sale is scheduled for Friday, April 12, 1:00-5:00 PM. It will continue on Saturday, April 13, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The Bag Sale will be 1:00-4:00 PM.
Shared from the Library page
https://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2019/04/franklin-public-library-book-sale.html
Library Book Sale - April 12-13 |
Shared from the Library page
https://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2019/04/franklin-public-library-book-sale.html
Community Garden build day - April 13
The next Build day is scheduled for April 13 at the Community Garden, King St Fields. Some of the garden beds not redone during the 2017 fall season still need to be redone.
Currently scheduled for 9:00 - 4:00 or earlier if completed earlier.
Currently scheduled for 9:00 - 4:00 or earlier if completed earlier.
Community Garden build day - April 13 |
All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast - Apr 14
All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast
Apr 14
7:30 - 11:00 AM
Pancakes - Scrambled Eggs - Sausage - Home Fries
(drinks are included)
Adults - $8 Kids (4 -12) - $4
(3 and under eat free)
FRANKLIN ROD and GUN CLUB
53 Florence Street
Franklin, MA 02038
Please visit www.franklinrodandgun.org for more info
Download a copy of the flyer here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zah6YdFe-IFngqZknj5OSdT7yKsjcUAP/view?usp=sharing
All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast - Jan 13 |
Franklin Library: Pat Patriot joins reading time - April 11
Pat Patriot is tackling story time April 11 at 10:30 AM.
Shared from the Library page
https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/patriots-story-craft-thursday
Franklin Library: Pat Patriot joins reading time - April 11 |
Shared from the Library page
https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/patriots-story-craft-thursday
Reminder: HMEA incredABLE 5K - May 19
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
Taste of ArtWeek tickets now on sale!
Food trucks, beer & wine garden, live performances, craft fair, art show and more!
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The Franklin Underground, The DayBreakers and CoPilot - Apr - 12
THE BLACK BOX Local Artists Series will present The Franklin Underground, The DayBreakers, and CoPilot on Friday, April 12 at 8 PM.
Born out of infectious grooves and a shared love of soulful performance, the four-piece band, The Franklin Underground, features a unique musical style at the intersection of rock, funk, blues, and indie/alternative.
CoPilot is a Massachusetts-based group made up of powerhouse vocalist Maggie Quealy, charismatic frontman Ry McDonald, bassist Austin Beverridge, and drummer Dylan Allwine. Together, CoPilot crafts a musical experience.
The DayBreakers are a five piece band led by lead singer/guitarist Kyle Murphy and bassist Matt Schairer. Fueled by two songwriters with contrasting approaches, The DayBreakers craft their distinct sound through a blend of folk rock melodies, blues guitar muscle, and rock and roll grit.
This downtown Franklin music, theater, and event venue features a full bar. Tickets for the concert are available at www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or by calling the box office at 508-528-3370.
Born out of infectious grooves and a shared love of soulful performance, the four-piece band, The Franklin Underground, features a unique musical style at the intersection of rock, funk, blues, and indie/alternative.
CoPilot is a Massachusetts-based group made up of powerhouse vocalist Maggie Quealy, charismatic frontman Ry McDonald, bassist Austin Beverridge, and drummer Dylan Allwine. Together, CoPilot crafts a musical experience.
The DayBreakers are a five piece band led by lead singer/guitarist Kyle Murphy and bassist Matt Schairer. Fueled by two songwriters with contrasting approaches, The DayBreakers craft their distinct sound through a blend of folk rock melodies, blues guitar muscle, and rock and roll grit.
This downtown Franklin music, theater, and event venue features a full bar. Tickets for the concert are available at www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or by calling the box office at 508-528-3370.
The Franklin Underground, The DayBreakers and CoPilot - Apr - 12 |
FHS senior Jackie Cherry selected as the HockomockSports.com Player of the Week
Via HockomockSports.com we share the good news:
Continue reading the write up on Jackie Cherry
https://hockomocksports.com/player-of-the-week-jackie-cherry-franklin-softball/
"Franklin senior Jackie Cherry has been selected as the HockomockSports.com Player of the Week, presented by Morse Insurance, for March 31 through April 6. Cherry is the 24th player chosen as Player of the Week for the 2018-19 school year and the first player in the spring season.
Cherry, a senior pitcher, opened the season with a no-hitter against defending division champion King Philip, providing the perfect start for a Panthers squad aiming to get back into postseason contention this spring. Franklin beat the Warriors 2-0 and Cherry was able to shut down one of the most potent lineups in the Hock."
Continue reading the write up on Jackie Cherry
https://hockomocksports.com/player-of-the-week-jackie-cherry-franklin-softball/
Player of the Week: Jackie Cherry, Franklin Softball (HockomockSports.Com photo) |
FHS both girls and boys lacrosse teams top Milford
Via HockomockSports, we share the results of the FHS sports action on Monday, Apr 8, 2019
Boys Lacrosse = Milford, 1 @ Franklin, 20 – Final
Girls Lacrosse = Franklin, 16 @ Milford, 1 – Final
– Kelsey MacCallum scored three goals and had one assist while Sara Carney found the back of the net twice to pace the Panthers to a win on the road.
For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-04-08-19/
Boys Lacrosse = Milford, 1 @ Franklin, 20 – Final
Girls Lacrosse = Franklin, 16 @ Milford, 1 – Final
– Kelsey MacCallum scored three goals and had one assist while Sara Carney found the back of the net twice to pace the Panthers to a win on the road.
For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-04-08-19/
FHS Panthers |
Tri-County Students to Perform “Antigone” = Apr 12-13
Antigone, a Greek tragedy by Sophocles, will be performed this weekend on Friday, April 12, and Saturday, April 13 at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School in the high school’s auditorium at 7:00 PM.
Antigone is a tale of rebellion, loyalty, pride, and love. A rebellious young lady goes up against her stubborn uncle to defend her family and what she knows is right.
Tickets are free for Tri-County students and faculty, and $5.00 for general admission to be purchased at the door. Doors open a half-hour prior to each performance.
Students performing are Kara Ghisalbert, a senior from North Attleboro; Teagan LeBlanc, a freshman from Millis; Elizabeth Sicard, a junior from Seekonk; Madison Jacobs, a junior from North Attleboro; Brandon Lodi, a junior from North Attleboro; Michael Hulbig, a senior from North Attleboro; Andrew Highcove, a freshman from Blackstone; Izzy Fryar, a senior from Plainville; Jessica Nguyen, a sophomore from North Attleboro; and Julie O’Connor, a senior from Attleboro.
Antigone is a tale of rebellion, loyalty, pride, and love. A rebellious young lady goes up against her stubborn uncle to defend her family and what she knows is right.
Tickets are free for Tri-County students and faculty, and $5.00 for general admission to be purchased at the door. Doors open a half-hour prior to each performance.
Students performing are Kara Ghisalbert, a senior from North Attleboro; Teagan LeBlanc, a freshman from Millis; Elizabeth Sicard, a junior from Seekonk; Madison Jacobs, a junior from North Attleboro; Brandon Lodi, a junior from North Attleboro; Michael Hulbig, a senior from North Attleboro; Andrew Highcove, a freshman from Blackstone; Izzy Fryar, a senior from Plainville; Jessica Nguyen, a sophomore from North Attleboro; and Julie O’Connor, a senior from Attleboro.
Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street in Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.
From left-right are: Kara Ghisalbert, Teaghan LeBlanc, Elizabeth Sicard, Madison Jacobs, Brandon Lodi, Michael Hulbig, and Andrew Highcove |
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