Representative Roy Announces Upcoming Office Hours - Franklin - Apr 18

State Representative Jeffrey Roy (D-Franklin) announced today that constituent office hours will be held in Franklin and Medway on the following days:

Franklin - Thursday April 18, 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM at the Franklin Senior Center 10 Daniel McCahill Street Franklin, MA

Medway - Friday May 3, 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM at Galante's Restaurant 320 Village St. Medway, MA

James Gay, his staff director, will be accompanying him.

Representative Roy stated that all office hours are open to any residents of Franklin and Medway who may have questions or concerns that they wish to bring to his attention. Walk-ins are welcome; no appointment necessary. He looks forward to hearing from you.

He also invites all constituents to call him at his State House office at (617) 722-2030, to stop by Room 43 in the State House, or to email him at Jeffrey.Roy@MAhouse.gov.

Representative Roy Announces Upcoming
Office Hours - Franklin - Apr 18

Real time reporting: Meeting closes out

11. TOWN ADMINISTRATORS REPORT Apr 27 - Earth Day at 9 at Beaver St Apr 27 - 4:00 PM ArtWeek Kickoff  - Tickets available via Random Smile website Facilities agreement formalized between Town and Schools
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS Dellorco - what's with the Keller Sullivan sprinklers? issue nationwide per Insurance Co, they are in doing clean up and another group doing investigation Pellegri - shouldn't we be notified when something like that (sprinkler) happens Kelly - issues with "again" sprinklers three times at Keller-Sullivan; no power at Horace Mann,  I don't blame the sprinkler head, I blame the facilities director; three strikes, hit the road, he has no credit in my book Mercer - cable issues for the School Committee meeting broadcast last night are apparently tied to a three hour timer set on the broadcast, the tape did continue so the rebroadcast will contain the full meeting Maple st development raising issues from residents to Council. The project is under the planning board domain at this point.The Council does not have a vote on this matter. The Council does want to hear from you, go to the Planning Board meeting on the 22nd. This is the first step of a long process.
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION	None Scheduled
15. ADJOURN motion to adjourn, seconded, passed 9-0

** Editors note: The web broadcast blinked a couple of times about 10:00 PM but did continue. I discontinued my viewing when the Start Times discussion ended about 10:15 PM.

Real Time Reporting: Legislation for Action

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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

Real time reporting: Veterans Agent - Dale Kurtz

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS	None
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS	Veterans Agent Presentation
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS	a. Capital Budget Subcommittee no updates b. Budget Subcommittee no update c. Economic Development Subcommittee no update

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
Town Council Meeting Agenda	Meeting of April 10, 2019
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
3a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES	March 13, 2019 motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0, 2 abstain
3b. APPROVAL OF MINUTES	March 20, 2019 motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0, 2 abstain
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS	None
5. APPOINTMENTS	None
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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Save the Date - HMEA incredABLE 5K - May 19

For more information and to register, visit HMEA on the web at

https://www.hmea.org/incredable-5k/

Taste of ArtWeek tickets now on sale!

Food trucks, beer & wine garden, live performances, craft fair, art show and more!

Food truck and beer garden tickets are now available online! For more information, the performance line up, or to purchase tickets, go to https://randomsmile.org/festival! Are you a crafter? We have just 4 booths left available in the craft fair! Download the fair information here. https://gallery.mailchimp.com/9f1ff188fa31b9964acfa8e2c/files/a7698baa-9618-429c-800d-7f7302757f37/Taste_of_ArtWeek_craft_fair_prospectus.pdf Copyright © 2019 Franklin Cultural Council, All rights reserved. Received this from a friend? Subscribe to our email list. Our mailing address is: 355 East Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038 Questions? Contact FCC Chair Stacey David at franklinculturalcouncil02038 [at] gmail.com

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. 

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:

"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/

FHS Panthers

Franklin Cultural District Invitation - May 10, 2019

                            We hope that you will be able to join us for this celebration!

Franklin Cultural District Invitation - May 10, 2019

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.

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