Live reporting: Town Council - June 5, 2019

Present: Hamblen, Casey, Dellorco, Kelly, Mercer, Jones, Padula,. Pellegri, Earls
Absent:  

Agenda Item	Summary
Town Council Meeting Agenda	Meeting of June 5, 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. none
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES	Meeting of May 8, 2019 motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS	Electric Youth Performance

You can also find the full set of documents in one PDF

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/town_council_agenda_6-5-19_0.pdf

(Note: where there are active links in the agenda item, it will take you to the associated document)

Franklin●TV Annual Meeting, June 13, 2019

The time is approaching for our annual open board meeting. This year our meeting will be at our 23 Hutchinson St. studios on Thursday, June 13th at 7:00 PM and is open to all Franklin businesses and residents. 

We’ll meet-and-greet and enjoy refreshments starting at 6:30 PM. You can tour our studios, meet our current board and staff, and learn about Franklin●TV and wfpr●fm. We’ll also review our progress during the past year and discuss plans for the future.

At our open meeting you may cast a vote for new and/or renewing board positions. There will be a vote by all in attendance to extend term(s) of office for current board member(s). This year we will vote to extend John Milot’s board position for an additional three years.

Excerpt from FCCA bylaws: (Available on our website.)

"Section 15. Election of Director by the Membership (a) Members shall be notified by the Clerk of the election of a director by the Membership at the Annual Meeting.  

Said notice shall be in accordance with the notice provisions of Section 4 of this Article IV. (b) Any eligible voting Member may be nominated for election to the position of Director by: (i) Written notification to the Clerk no later than seven (7) days prior to Annual Meeting; or (ii) By nomination from the floor of the Annual Meeting made and seconded by no less than three (3) eligible voting members."

Our facility enables us to provide full production support for Franklin residents and groups who wish to create TV and radio programs. Thanks to our board members who contribute their time and energy to help make Franklin●TV all that a public access studio can be.

If you would like to become involved either as a volunteer or as a producer of your own TV or radio programming at Franklin●TV and wfpr●fm, just send an email to: info@franklin.tv with your contact information. You can also call us for more information. 508-541-4118.

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 
05/12/2019

Franklin●TV Annual Meeting, June 13, 2019

INTERFACE, a Town of Franklin sponsored service for mental health

The Town of Franklin, in association with William James College, provides a service for mental health information and provider referrals. Please click the file below for more information about this service.

Wondering About Mental Health Services?

• What services exist in and around your community?
• How do you navigate the mental health system in Massachusetts?
• Where can you find information about topics related to mental health?

Find answers at the William James College INTERFACE Referral Service
interface.williamjames.edu

William James College INTERFACE Referral Service works to increase awareness of mental health issues impacting children, families, and adults and to facilitate access to appropriate services. 

Visit the website to learn more about anxiety, depression, divorce, substance abuse, suicide and much more. In addition, helpline services are available in:  Franklin

Additional information contained in the flyer
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/20190530094515580.pdf

William James College INTERFACE Referral Service

This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/police-department/news/interface-town-franklin-sponsored-service-mental-health

Tri-County recognizes 239 at 40th Graduation Ceremony

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School officially gave 239 diplomas to the Class of 2019 during the school’s 40th graduation ceremony held on Sunday, June 2, at 12 PM.

Joining Superintendent-Director Stephen Dockray at the stage were School Committee Chair David Bento, of Medfield, School Committee Vice Chair Brian Mushnick, of Norfolk, Principal Michael Procaccini, Vocational Director Cathie Rebelo, Director of Special Education John Martin, Class Valedictorian Nathaniel Clarke of North Attleboro, Class Salutatorian Maia Lavigne of North Attleboro, and Class President Michael Hulbig of North Attleboro.

“While today is a day to celebrate with family and friends, in the next few weeks you will begin a new set of challenges,” Superintendent-Director Stephen Dockray said. “As you begin this next journey in your lives, dream big, work hard and be passionate in whatever career path you choose.”

During his valedictory speech, Clarke addressed his classmates by asking them to give a round of applause to the audience for helping them to graduate and for taking the time to celebrate the day.

Clarke spoke of his love of competitive bowling and the perfect score. “The highest possible score is 300 and I’ve fell short of that by a single pin.” He further explained, “When things don’t go your way, when you try your hardest and give it your all, you don’t quit. You try again. It’s only a matter of time until that metaphorical “one pin” falls and you achieve your goals.”

During the ceremony, several students were awarded local scholarships and tool awards totaling $80,000 that were available only to Tri-County students. Similar to scholarships, tool awards are given by local businesses, civic organizations and families to aid students entering the workforce with the purchase of tools of the trade.

One of the biggest scholarships given out at graduation was the Dean College scholarship given annually to one Tri-County graduate. Julia Farrell of Medfield, has been awarded a $34,000 tuition scholarship to Dean College for the 2019-2020 academic year. The scholarship is renewable for up to 4 years/8 semesters of attendance at Dean College. This is the twenty-first year that Dean College is awarding the scholarship to a Tri-County Regional student.

Many Tri-County graduates will further their education by attending a university or post-secondary education, others will enter the workforce, and six Tri-County graduates plan to enter into the U.S. Military.

Congratulations to the Class of 2019

CIS Students in the graduating Class of 2019

The graduating Class of 2019

The graduating Class of 2019
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HbE50hyNkLtoP6seY83X4VB2zPXISZfV/view?usp=sharing

Both FHS boys lacrosse and tennis teams top Mansfield in playoffs

Via HockomockSports, we share the results of the FHS sports playoff action on Tuesday, June 4, 2019


Boys Tennis = D1 South = #9 Franklin, 3 @ #8 Mansfield, 2 – Final
– Franklin sophomore Liam Marr earned one of the biggest wins of his career, knocking off league MVP Luke Nickerson at first singles to help the Panthers earn the win. Marr battled to a 6-4, 1-6, 6-3 win at first singles. Rohan Herur added a 6-2, 6-3 win at second singles, and the team of Saketh Saripalli and Vayshnav Malhotra picked up a 6-3, 7-5 win at first doubles.

Boys Lacrosse = D1 South = #15 Mansfield, 8 @ #2 Franklin, 19 – Final
Josh Perry, Managing Editor of HockomockSports.com, provides the game recap:

"Franklin entered the postseason with just two losses (both in double overtime) and with its highest-ever seed (No. 2). The Panthers rolled through a perfect league campaign, going 10-0 in the Hockomock, while compiling both the league’s best attack and its stingiest defense. 

So, all the pressure was definitely on the Panthers when they opened up the state tournament at Pisini Stadium on Tuesday night against division rival Mansfield. The Hornets were playing with house money, having won the final three games of the regular season to qualify for the playoffs and having lost to Franklin by 20 goals a month ago. 

When Jake DiSangro scored with just under six minutes left to go in the opening quarter, cutting the Franklin lead to 2-1, the Hornets bench exploded and there was a fleeting moment where an upset seemed possible. 

But, the Panthers responded with two goals in 29 seconds and rattled off seven straight goals to close out the quarter with a 9-1 lead. Franklin never looked back, going up by 14 at halftime, and, despite Mansfield scoring the game’s final five goals, comfortably advancing to the second round with a 19-8 victory."

Continue reading the lacrosse recap
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-boys-lacrosse-powers-past-mansfield-in-playoff-opener/

For a photo gallery from this game.
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2018-2019/Franklin-Mansfield-Boys-Lacrosse-6-4-19/

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-06-04-19/

Matt Lazzaro (4) goes behind his back to score one of his seven goals on Tuesday night in a big win over league rival Mansfield in the tournament opener. (Josh Perry/HockomockSports.com)

FHS softball scheduled to play Wellsely on Thursday in D1 South playoffs

Softball = D1 South

#11 Franklin (14-6) will host #22 Wellesley (8-8) on Thursday at 4:00.


For other Hockomock League softball seeds
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-softball-playoff-seeds-matchups-2019/

For the MIAA bracket  http://miaa.statebrackets.com/tmenu.cfm?tid=5265

FHS softball scheduled to play Wellsely on Thursday in D1 South playoffs

"RUN -- A short course in what it takes to run for elected town office in Franklin" (presentation copy)

As a follow up to the program offered on June 1 at the Franklin TV studio by Franklin in Focus, the presentation materials for "RUN -- A short course in what it takes to run for elected town office in Franklin," are now available for downloading on the home page of Franklin in Focus www.franklininfocus.org

Run: a short course by Franklin In Focus from Franklin Matters

Or get your copy directly from the Franklin In Focus page
https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/2fc87e_d8cae55a092f4a2fbe2ecb4f7e3895dc.pdf

"RUN -- A short course in what it takes to run for elected town office in Franklin" (presentation copy)

Zoning Board of Appeals: Public Hearing - June 6

Notice is hereby given that the Town of Franklin Board of Appeals will hold a Public hearing on June 6, 2019 in the Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street, Franklin, MA At: 7:40 PM

Applicant: Madison Place Holdings
Address of Subject Property: 120 Union Street (278-207-000-000)
Petition Type: Variance

To Allow: Applicant is seeking to construct two, single family townhouses that are 14’from the right side yard setback where 20’ is required, 14.6’ from the left side yard setback where 20’ is required, 12.1’ from the rear set back where 20’ is required and 39.7% of maximum impervious coverage where on 35% is allowed. The building permit is denied without a variance from the ZBA.

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/120_union_street_-_legal_ad.pdf

120 Union Street (278-207-000-000)

existing plot lines and setbacks

proposed plot lines and setbacks

owner info

Franklin Downtown Partnership: Strawberry Stroll - June 14, 2019

The Franklin Downtown Partnership’s annual Strawberry Stroll is scheduled in downtown Franklin on Friday, June 14 and is expected to be the largest Stroll in its 17-year history. Come to the family-fun event and enjoy live bands, sidewalk sales and activities from 4 PM to 8 PM Main Street and Dean Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic during the Strawberry Stroll. The rain date is Saturday, June 15.

Franklin Downtown Partnership:
Strawberry Stroll - June 14, 2019

“The Strawberry Stroll is our opportunity to invite people to come together downtown and have fun experiencing the local businesses throughout our community that are unique to this area,” said Scott Martin, president of the Franklin Downtown Partnership and event chairperson. “The mix of activities, crafters and entertainment we have for this year’s festival will make this community event special for all ages, while showcasing what shopping and dining downtown offers.”

For the first time, the FDP is inviting residents to wear straw hats to the Stroll to honor Franklin’s straw hat manufacturing history!

For the second year in a row, Dean Bank has organized Dancing on Dean, a fun dance party featuring two local bands: Matt Zajac and The Northeast Groove.

Read all the details of the Strawberry Stroll here 
https://files.constantcontact.com/ceff47be401/1ca5267a-4ba9-42a6-a728-39b90f317aef.pdf

and view the performance schedule here
https://files.constantcontact.com/ceff47be401/214b2b97-14b6-4358-8f35-1395c2d71e85.pdf

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin is on Wednesday, June 12

Bring more laughter into your life by attending Let’s Laugh Today on Wednesday, June 12th from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. 

Laughter Yoga is a body/mind practice for well-being that involves deep breathing and a few stretches, playful laughter exercises (no jokes or comedy), clapping and deep relaxation. It has many benefits besides the joy of laughter. It can strengthen the immune system, combat the negative effects of stress, and is a powerful antidote to depression and anxiety. 

Any age and any level of physical ability can participate in this uplifting experience! They do not meet in Franklin in July and August, so get your laughs in this month! 

$5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating. Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Master Trainers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. See www.letslaughtoday.com for opportunities to laugh in other towns. 

If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com.

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin
is on Wednesday, June 12

FHS girls lacrosse rolls 20-1 in opener

Girls Lacrosse = D1 East = #15 North Attleboro, 1 @ #2 Franklin, 20 – Final

Joe Clark, HockomockSports.com Reporter, provides the game recap:

"The first round of the MIAA Division I East Tournament pitted two Hockomock League opponents against each other in #2 Franklin and #15 North Attleboro. Franklin took the first matchup between the two on April 10th, and history repeated itself on Monday afternoon at Pisini Field in Franklin, as the Panthers won by a score of 20-1. 

Franklin got off to a quick start, with Kelsey McCallum netting the Panthers first goal less than a minute into the game. Stella Regan followed that up with a goal of her own a few seconds later, and then Kenzie Baker (five goals) scored three straight goals to put Franklin up 5-0 less than five minutes into the game. Franklin’s quick start could be attributed to their success on the draw, as they won 21 out of the 24 total draws. 

“We always want to come out hard and set the tone early, starting with draws, we’ve been really working on that in practice, just winning draws and the ground ball battle and then taking care of our shots, and we definitely did that today,” said Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino about her team’s start. 

The rest of the first half was all Franklin, as the Panthers scored another five goals within eight minutes to increase the lead to 10-0 with 12:16 to go in the first. It could’ve been a larger lead for Franklin if it weren’t for a great save with 14:39 to go by North Attleboro goalie Faith Graveline."

Continue reading the recap
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-runs-past-rocketeers-in-playoff-opener/

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-06-03-19/

For a photo gallery of this game
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2018-2019/Spring-2019/Franklin-North-Attleboro-Girls-Lacrosse-6-3-19/

Franklin continued its dominance against Hockomock League teams, rolling to a 20-1 victory over
North Attleboro in the first round of the playoffs. (Josh Perry/HockomockSports.com)

In the News: Franklin PMC Kids Ride; “A Berry Fine Art Show”

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

Franklin PMC (Pan Mass Challenge) Kids Ride

"The Franklin PMC (Pan Mass Challenge) Kids Ride will be held from 8 a.m. to noon June 16, one of more than 35 PMC Kids Rides throughout the New England area. 

The Franklin PMC Kids Ride will start and finish at the Jefferson School, 628 Washington St. 

Kids can select from a 3, 6 or 10-mile course. They will also enjoy an after-ride celebration with music, games, food and more. Younger participants, not yet on two wheels, can participate in the Tikes and Trikes course in a contained area at the school. This area has several stations and activities for the little ones, including a car wash, gas station, snack stand, craft table, face painting and more. 

There is a $10 registration fee and a $30 fundraising minimum for all riders. Riders can ride solo, start a team or join a team."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190603/strongfranklin-pmc-kids-ride-plannedstrong

Franklin PMC (Pan Mass Challenge) Kids Ride (courtesy photo)

“A Berry Fine Art Show”

"The Franklin Art Association will hold its Spring/Summer Fine Art Exhibition and Sale, “A Berry Fine Art Show,” from June 14-16 at the Rockland Trust Annex, 44 Main St. 

The show, which is free and open to the public, will kick off on Friday from 4-8 p.m., coinciding with Franklin Downtown Partnership’s Strawberry Stroll. 

The Fine Art Exhibition and Sale includes works in oil, acrylic, water media, photography, pastel, charcoal and mixed media. In addition to the exhibited works, small works and unframed art will be available for purchase."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190603/strongfranklin-art-association-to-hold-springsummer-fine-art-exhibition-strong

SAFE Coalition: Community Meeting - June 4 at 7 PM

Please join us tomorrow evening, Tuesday, June 4, at 7 PM at the Franklin Municipal Building for our monthly community meeting, where we will be discussing issues and solutions in your community. 

All are welcome!

Sincerely,

Steve Spiewakowski
Secretary, SAFE Coalition

SAFE Coalition - local support for substance abuse

Franklin Garden Club Plant Sale at Farmer’s Market - June 7

The Franklin Garden Club will hold a plant sale from 12:00 – 6:00 PM at the first Franklin Farmer’s Market of the year on June 7 at the Town Common. A variety of reasonably priced annual and perennial plants will be available for purchase, along with flower arrangements made by club members. Proceeds will benefit the club’s scholarship fund and other community activities.

Club Co-Presidents Susan Childers and Janice Cederquist stated, “While the recent rainy weather may have delayed many from planting, June is the perfect time to plant annuals in either gardens or pots, as the weather is getting warmer and plants will begin to thrive. Our sale provides a convenient way to purchase plants or a beautiful flower arrangement to enjoy at home or use as a gift that will brighten the day for someone else. “

Franklin Garden Club  Plant Sale at Farmer’s Market - June 7

What is the public hearing for 19-837 about?

Why does the public hearing have no documents associated with it?

1 - This is a continuation of an action from the April 10 meeting that started earlier this year with the introduction of 19-837 on the March 13 meeting agenda
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda-items/10l-legislation-action-1

2 - The Actions taken on the March 13 meeting confirm that the item was referred to the Planning Board.
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/files/town-council-actions-taken-march-13-2019

l. 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- Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 19-837 to the Planning Board- Majority Vote (5)) 

ACTION : The Council made a motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 19-837 to the Planning Board . Approved 4-3 (No: Hamblen, Dellorco, Kelly) 

3 - My notes from the March 13 meeting show:

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- Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 19-837 to the Planning Board- Majority Vote (5)) 

Joel D'Errico with story on the proposal for the propertyAttny Cerel alerted the Council that there is a suit against the Planning Board and they should be cautious in their response to Mr D'Errico
Mr Marguerite speaks in favor of the R5, he has a deal with Mr D'Errico

motion to approve, seconded, passes 4-3 (simple majority due to the presence of 7)Hamblen, nDellorco, nKelly, n
Casey, Jones, Mercer, Earls all yes

You can find the notes from the March 13 meeting here
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/03/live-reporting-legislation-for-action.html

4 - The agenda for the April 10 meeting includes the item coming back from the Planning Board to the Town Council for their public hearing
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/april-10-town-council-agenda

Due to the pending litigation, the hearing was opened and then continued to the June 5 agenda  https://twitter.com/FranklinMatters/status/1116116051367010306

5 - So what did happen at the Planning Board?
The public hearing was held at the meeting on April 8. The Planning Board minutes show discussion and eventual approval of the motion to change from Res V to Res IV by 4-0.
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/minutes/april_8_2019.pdf

6 - What is the background on the property and why is there pending litigation? I provided a detailed recap of the zoning and proposal in April
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/04/what-is-story-with-278-280-300-west.html

Will the public hearing be held? Or will it be continued again due to the litigation which may or may not be resolved at this time?

What is the story with 278-280-300 West Central St? In March the property
was still partially covered with snow

The full agenda and documents released for the meeting
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/06/franklin-ma-town-council-agenda-june-5.html