Podcast appearances and mentions of Tom Mercer

Adam speaks with "Tall" Tom Mercer about how he is more than just a one trick pony in wrestling!

@ignitewrestlingpro  capped off 2024 in style as they presented Curtain Call 3! Smashing Mike Vs Chris Ares vs Jay Joshua Aluna Vs Chantal JordanNino Bryant vs Truman Roswell - NO DQ!! Turnbuckle Championship Match : Mark Trew & Kieron Lacey Vs Danny Black & Joe Lando Taylor James w Tom Mercer vs KM Lane Ignite Championship Adonis Payne vs Tommy Kyle Vs Spike Trivet Tickets for Chapter 4 are available here - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ignite-wrestling-pro-chapter-4-tickets-1086758577159

Welcome to the Temple Baptist Church - Fort Worth podcast! We exist to guide people to life change in Jesus Christ. For more information visit templebaptistchurch.net.

Speaker: Guest Speaker Pastor Tom Mercer of the Oikos MovementReference: Philippians 1:1-8Watch Online Every Sunday!Subscribe to the PodcastDownload the App Follow us on InstagramLike us on FacebookVisit our website for info, events, giving, and moreBeachpoint Church - Developing into authentic followers of Jesus Christ who love God, one another, and our world.

Tangible Takeaways 122 | Financial Freedom - Not What You Think? Speaker: Jackson Arnett, Tom Mercer

Welcome to Episode 104 of the eCom Ops Podcast! In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the world of e-commerce accounting with our special guest, Tom Mercer, from Bean Ninjas. Tom brings a wealth of experience, having worked with seven and eight-figure e-commerce businesses, and shares his journey from a globe-trotting accountant to a specialist in e-commerce finance.

Politics With Tom Speaker: Jackson Arnett, Tom Mercer

With the UK set to introduce the most significant changes to corporate criminal liability laws for a generation, how can companies prepare? Fraud is a hot topic currently. New technologies and an economic downturn have triggered a huge uptick in these criminal offences worldwide. With new UK legislation in the pipeline to bolster efforts to prevent (and prosecute) corporate fraud, companies are scrambling to prepare. In this podcast episode, we look at the elevated responsibilities, liabilities, and risks for organisations – spanning controls, governance, frameworks, and more. Along the way, we highlight the issues that should be top of mind for various company leaders, including board chairs and directors, senior managers, chief risk officers, audit committees, and general counsels. To tackle these issues, Ashurst's Ruby Hamid is joined by an expert panel of colleagues including Nisha Sanghani, Neil Donovan, Matt Russell and Tom Mercer. This is the first episode in a continuing mini-series about corporate crime and investigations. To make sure you don't miss future episodes, subscribe to Ashurst Legal Outlook on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

J.D.'s guet on this episode is Tom Mercer. Odds are, if you have worked in ministry, you have probably read at least one of Tom's many books. He gew up in a Christain homa and his father was a pastor. Tom had always thought he would go into the “family” business of ministry. However, he witnessed the mistreatment of his father by the church he was serving in, and decided he wasn't going to be a part of that. He left seminary and joined a friends marketing firm. It was a conversation with that Christian friend that finally made him realize he needed to get back to ministry. However, his time in marketing was not wasted. God has a way to make all things work together. Tom ultimately realized that the gospel needed to be represented (marketed) well “…conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ" (Phil 1:27). The rest is history. Tom has made his life's work encouraging Christ followers to represent the Gospel in a manner that will honor Jesus Christ and demonstrate the care and compassion God has for this world. Listen and be encouraged.

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Tom Mercer owner of Mercer Agency is new to the Grosse Pointe Woods business community! He's all about having his clients ask A LOT of questions to make sure they're going with the right insurance policy for their needs. We chatted about his journey getting into the insurance industry, his successes with his digital marketing, if he would make a deal with the devil AND how he flatlined and was brought back to life!!!

This session of the radio show shares the conversation with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen, Town Council Chair Tom Mercer, School Superintendent Lucas Giguere, and School Committee Chair Denise Spencer. We had our conversation at the Municipal Building on Tuesday June 27,2023. Tom Mercer joined via Zoom. Now that the major FY 2024 budget decisions are behind us, how we will go forward becomes the topic. The next steps start with the Joint Budget Subcommittee meeting scheduled for Aug 2. Over the next several months, lots of conversations, and discussions should result in a plan to go forward that the ad-hoc residents committee can then spread the word on for a potential override decision by the Town.The conversation runs about 54 minutes. Let's listen to the recording of the way forward discussion on Tuesday, June 27, 2023--------------Town FY 2024 budget page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget/webforms/fy-24-budget-materials School FY 2024 budget information -> https://www.franklinps.net/fy24budget --------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.How can you help?If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighborsIf you don't like something here, please let me knowThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot comThe music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.I hope you enjoy!------------------You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Ruby Hamid, co-lead in Ashurst's global corporate crime team is joined by Tom Mercer, Duncan Liddell, Ruth Buchanan and Matt Russell,  partners in Ashurst's corporate, competition, employment practices and Ashurst's Risk Advisory practice. In this episode, Ruby, Tom, Duncan, Ruth and Matt discuss the triggers they have seen in 2022 and how clients can manage investigation risk. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England, this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of Nov 2, 2022: ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?We cover the following key topicsElection Of OfficersLicense Transactions3 Restaurant change of ManagerTable & Vine change of managerTable & Vine transfer of license and change of addressNational Register Historic Districts In Franklin (rescheduled)Lead Service Line InventoryGift Acceptance - Veterans' Services Dept. ($1,845), Fire Dept. ($486)ParkingOur conversation runs about 25 minutes:Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes. Let's listen to this session of Town Council Quarterbacking recorded Oct 27, 2022--------------The agenda and documents for this session can be found -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/november_2_town_council_meeting.pdfWatch the Franklin.TV video replay on YouTube -> https://youtu.be/CqUQ6OxjMj4My notes in one threaded PDF documenthttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1JQqjOe3j5PayvvfeB5hnvURBbrcPfUUN/view?usp=share_link--------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.How can you help?If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighborsIf you don't like something here, please let me knowThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot comThe music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.I hope you enjoy!------------------You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This session of the radio show shares the Town Council Quarterbacking session with Chair Tom Mercer on Thursday morning, September 1, 2022.  The Town Council meeting was held on Wednesday, August 17. Our combined schedules delayed us getting together for this the only Town Council meeting in August. ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following agenda items 5. APPOINTMENTS  a. Cultural Council - Brianna Cummings  b. Cultural Council - Lauren Sanford  c. Design Review - Cassandra Bethoney  d. Design Review - Paul Lopez  e. Finance Committee - Stephanie Koke  f. Historical Commission - Scott Mason  g. Historical Commission - Janice Prentice  h. Historical Commission - William Lee - Associate  i. Housing Authority Tenant Seat - Christopher Lennon 7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS  a. Transfer of Section 12 Restaurant Common Victualer All Alcohol License and Approval of Arthur Tgibedes as the Manager - ACT Hospitality, Inc. d/b/a Box Seats, Located at 391 East Central Street  8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION  a. Discussion: Franklin Cultural Council - Kaye Kelly, Chair, Franklin Cultural Council https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8b._fcc_presentation.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8b._fcc_presentation.pdf) b. Presentation: Green Community Status - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator & Alecia Alleyne, Assistant to the Town Administrator   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8b._green_community_presentation_0.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8b._green_community_presentation_0.pdf)  9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION  a. Bylaw Amendment 22-881: Chapter 7 Affordable Housing Trust Fund: Add Vice Chair and Clerk Positions, 2nd Reading (Motion to Approve Bylaw Amendment 22-881 - Majority Roll Call Vote)  b. Bylaw Amendment 22-882: Chapter 4 Admin. of Govt.: Authorize Town Clerk to Make Format Changes, 2nd Reading (Motion to Approve Bylaw Amendment 22-882 - Majority Roll Call Vote)  c. Bylaw Amendment 22-883: Amendment to Water System Map, 1st reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 22-883 to Second Reading - Majority Vote)  The conversation runs about 34 minutes. Let's listen to my conversation with Tom. -------------- Meeting agenda =>     https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/august_17_2022_agenda.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/august_17_2022_agenda.pdf) YouTube video of meeting -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqNx065s430 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqNx065s430)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration withhttp://www.franklin.tv/ ( Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visithttps://franklinmatters.org/ ( Franklinmatters.org/) orhttp://www.franklin.news/ ( www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app;...

The Weight Of Justice Speaker: Jackson Arnett, Tom Mercer

This session of the radio show shares the Town Council Quarterbacking session with Chair Tom Mercer on Thursday morning, June 9, 2022.  The Town Council meeting was held on Wednesday, June 8. ·        ok, what just happened?  ·        What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS a. Proclamation - Franklin Flyers Youth Hockey Team b. Proclamation - Franklin High School Theatre Company License Transactions a. License Modification: Change of Hours - PH Franklin, Inc. d/b/a Raillery Public House, Located at 280 Franklin Village Drive, Franklin, MA 02038  b. New Farmer Winery-Farmers Market License - Crave Mead, LLC d/b/a Crave Mead, Located at 7 Main St., Unit 1, Blackstone, MA 01504  PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION a. Presentation/Discussion: North Grove Priority Development Area Redevelopment Concept - Urban Land Institute Technical Assistance Panel & MassDevelopment LEGISLATION FOR ACTION a. Resolution 22-32: Salary Schedule: Full-Time Elected Official - Town Clerk b. Resolution 22-30: FY22 Capital Plan Round 2  e. Resolution 22-39: Authorizing the Additional Borrowing of Money to Pay Additional Costs of the Beaver Street Interceptor Replacement Project  The conversation runs about 40 minutes. Let's listen to my conversation with Tom. -------------- Meeting agenda =>     https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_6-8-22_0.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_6-8-22_0.pdf)  Presentation on the Nu-Style property ->https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/franklin_presentation.pdf ( https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/franklin_presentation.pdf)  My notes ->  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c3eKOj6mOCpr1fos7dvk_N4zcoh-DyO3/view?usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c3eKOj6mOCpr1fos7dvk_N4zcoh-DyO3/view?usp=sharing)  My photos taken during the meeting are in one album   https://photos.app.goo.gl/6Rkh1UGK3MJ5Yz6S7 (https://photos.app.goo.gl/6Rkh1UGK3MJ5Yz6S7)  YouTube video of meeting -> https://youtu.be/xQgdpRxgGOU (https://youtu.be/xQgdpRxgGOU) Keep up with events in Franklin vai the Community Calendar https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration withhttp://www.franklin.tv/ ( Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visithttps://franklinmatters.org/ ( Franklinmatters.org/) orhttp://www.franklin.news/ ( www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

How Should Scripture Mold Our Perspective? Speaker: Jackson Arnett, Tom Mercer

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of April 13, 2022:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS a. Recognition: Roger Magalhaes - Recipient of The Immigrant Learning Center's Barry M. Portnoy Immigrant Entrepreneur Award in Outstanding Business Growth 6. HEARINGS - 7:00 pm a. Alcoholic Beverages Licensees – Failure to Pass Compliance Check i.      TM1 Solutions, Inc. d/b/a 7-Eleven 37380 - 664 Union Street ii.      Dharma Bhakti Corporation d/b/a Liquor World - 365 West Central Street iii.      Jimmy D's LLC d/b/a Jimmy D's - 338 Union Street 8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION a. Presentation: Community Planning: DHCD Multi-Family Housing Guidelines for MBTA Communities - Bryan Taberner, Director, Planning and Community Development 9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION a. Resolution 22-26: Acceptance of Easement of Property at 732 Washington Street (Motion to Approve Resolution 22-26 - Majority Vote) tease on EDC parking items coming to TC in May Our conversation runs about 26 minutes: Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes.  Let's listen to this recording of Town Council Quarterbacking April 13, 2022 -------------- Agenda document -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_-_april_13_2022.pdf ( https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_-_april_13_2022.pdf) My notes from the meeting  ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tjSu0nkX9nkLF7fc3WPim7NVwH2nznJr/view?usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tjSu0nkX9nkLF7fc3WPim7NVwH2nznJr/view?usp=sharing)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/) or http://www.franklin.news/ (www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of March 16, 2022:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics Recognitions/promotions Police Department - Sergeant Connor Crosman Police Department - Detective Laura Canavan New Hire: Police Department - Derek Mackey Storm water received 1st approval Capital plan Preliminary FY23 Budget Model Our conversation runs about 37 minutes: Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes.  Let's listen to Tom and I in this Town Council Quarterbacking session -------------- Town Council Agenda document ->  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/03/franklin-ma-town-council-agenda-march.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/03/franklin-ma-town-council-agenda-march.html)   Recording & Transcript -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/03/town-council-hears-about-storm-water.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/03/town-council-hears-about-storm-water.html)  My notes for the meeting -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HKbbsQfgbgIjPbUx7DbMGikfrXo2iI68/view?usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HKbbsQfgbgIjPbUx7DbMGikfrXo2iI68/view?usp=sharing)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/) or http://www.franklin.news/ (www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Do You Listen To The Good Shepard Speaker: Jackson Arnett, Tom Mercer

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of March 3, 2022:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSIONS a. Presentation: Other Post-Employment Benefits - Dan Sherman, Sherman Actuarial Services 9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION a. Resolution 22-15: Direction for Issuance of Request for Expressions of Interest for Town Property Containing “South Franklin Congregational Meeting House” Located at 762 Washington Street (Motion to Approve Resolution 22-15 - Majority Vote) b. Resolution 22-16: Authorization for Town Administrator to Negotiate and Execute New Agreement Between Town and Franklin Community Cable Access, Inc. for PEG Programming and Access Services (Motion to Approve Resolution 22-16 - Majority Vote) Subcommittee Reports a. Capital Budget Subcommittee – Mar 3, then to full Council likely March 16 b. Budget Subcommittee – Joint meeting – Mar 10 (Finance Cmte meeting - March 9) c. Economic Development Subcommittee – met Weds before COuncil meeting, Franklin For All forum Mar 7 The recording runs about 25 minutes: Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes.  Let's listen to this recording of Town Council Quarterbacking Mar 3, 2022 -------------- Town Council Agenda document ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_meeting_agenda_-march_2_2022.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_meeting_agenda_-march_2_2022.pdf)  My notes for the meeting ->  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V68RACg-cfE7DL80uaXkOSwQhTPWL2yC/view?usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V68RACg-cfE7DL80uaXkOSwQhTPWL2yC/view?usp=sharing)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/) or http://www.franklin.news/ (www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of February 16, 2022:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 5. APPOINTMENTS b. New Hire: Police Department - Tyler Brabham c. New Hire: Police Department - Joseph Burchill d. New Hire: Police Department - Michael Demers e. New Hire: Police Department - Conor Desmond 8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS a. Discussion: West Street Neighborhood Parking - Thomas J. Lynch, Chief of Police Lt Jason Riley b. Presentation: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - Sara Ahern, Superintendent of Schools https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/dei_presentation_february_8_2022_5.pdf d. Town Administrator Evaluation Ad Hoc Subcommittee Report 10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION a. Resolution 22-13: Adoption of Fiscal Policies (Motion to Approve Resolution 22-13 - Majority Vote) The recording runs about 38 minutes: Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes.  Let's listen to this recording of Town Council Quarterbacking Feb 16, 2022 -------------- Town Council Agenda document ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_meeting_agenda_2-2-22_2.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_meeting_agenda_2-2-22_2.pdf)   -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/) or http://www.franklin.news/ (www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of February 2, 2022:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS a. Proclamation: Priscilla Cornetta, Friends of Franklin b. Recognition / Promotion: Police Department - Deputy Chief James West c. Recognition / Promotion: Police Department - Lieutenant Eric Zimmerman d. Recognition / Promotion: Police Department - Sergeant Michael Colecchi 8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS a. Old South Church - Mike D'Angelo, Director of Public Facilities i. Old South Church Existing Conditions Report and Peer Review Study. September 2020.  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/20-0930_sfmh_existing_conditions_report_issued_2.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/20-0930_sfmh_existing_conditions_report_issued_2.pdf)  10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION a. Resolution 22-07: Creation of the Joint Budget Subcommittee b. Resolution 22-08: Adoption of Revisions to the Procedures Manual of the Franklin Town Council  e. Resolution 22-11: Acceptance of Private Road Covenant With Owner-Developer of Smits Estates, A Two-Lot Subdivision  f. Resolution 22-12: Order of Layout, Acceptance and Taking of Brandywine Road and a Portion of Charles Drive and Drainage and Utility Easements: Referral to the Planning Board  Executive session The recording runs about 38 minutes: Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes.  Let's listen to this recording of Town Council Quarterbacking Feb 2, 2022 -------------- Town Council Agenda document ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_meeting_agenda_2-2-22_2.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_meeting_agenda_2-2-22_2.pdf)   My notes for the meeting ->  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/02/town-council-meeting-feb-2-2022-audio.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/02/town-council-meeting-feb-2-2022-audio.html) -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/) or http://www.franklin.news/ (www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This session of the radio show shares the audio recording of the Ad Hoc committee for the Town Administrators review. The meeting was held on Wednesday, Jan 26, 2022 in the Council Chambers, live streamed and shared via cable and Zoom. We recorded this audio in the room.  Subcommittee Chair Glenn Jones opens the meeting. Councilors Robert Dellorco and Tom Mercer participate. Town Administrator Jamie Hellen, assistant Alecia Alleyne and HR Director Karen Bratt are also in the Chambers. The recording runs about 50 minutes, so let's listen to the Ad Hoc committee for the Town Administrators review meeting. -------------- Meeting agenda https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/01/town-administrator-evaluation-ad-hoc.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/01/town-administrator-evaluation-ad-hoc.html)  My notes from the meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/01/recap-procedure-review-completed-town.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/01/recap-procedure-review-completed-town.html)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/) or http://www.franklin.news/ (www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of January 5, 2022:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics Recognition of Franklin Library Association Town Council Goals Session 2022-2023 SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS Economic Development Subcommittee Legislation for action A gift acceptance Approval of a prior year invoice Executive Session, and recusal The recording runs about 22 minutes: Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes.  Let's listen to this recording of Town Council Quarterbacking Jan 6, 2022 -------------- Town Council Agenda document ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_mtg_agenda_-_jan_5_2022_0.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_mtg_agenda_-_jan_5_2022_0.pdf) -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/) or http://www.franklin.news/ (www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of December 15, 2021:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics Appointments Franklin Cultural District Committee: Katherine Botelho Franklin Cultural District Committee: Patrick Timmons Community Preservation Committee: Richard (Rick) Power 2022 Annual Alcohol License Renewals -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/7a._license_renewal_memo_list_motion.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/7a._license_renewal_memo_list_motion.pdf) Presentation - Human Resources: Karen Bratt, Human Resources Director The recording runs about 27 minutes: Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes.  Let's listen to this recording of Town Council Quarterbacking Dec 16, 2021 -------------- Town Council Agenda document ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/december_15_town_council_agenda.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/december_15_town_council_agenda.pdf) -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/) or http://www.franklin.news/ (www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Travis welcomes Tom Mercer to the show for their second conversation. Tom has been a pastor and leader for over 40 years. Travis & Tom continue discussing the Oikos principle. So many churches have bottlenecks that prevent them from doing what they say they are trying to do and that is reaching people. Getting people in the door to the church is one thing but introducing people to Jesus and helping them follow Jesus is something else altogether. Perhaps the reason why evangelism/discipleship is so messed up is that we are looking at the wrong examples today-we have become consumers getting people in the door, and have focused on the presentation and not the lifestyle that it is in the world. They discuss the 5 steps of the Oikos principle and how to apply them in our lives. It's a practical jam-packed conversation on how to go about winning our worlds. Learn more about Tom https://www.tommercer.com/ (here).

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of November 17, 2021:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics Housing Authority presentation/discussion Elk riders donation FY 2022 budget adjustments Host community agreements Future items   Town council subcommittees   Tax rate hearing   Community Preservation Committee The recording runs about 27 minutes: Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes. The link to my notes taken during the meeting is also provided. Let's listen to this recording of Town Council Quarterbacking Nov 22, 2021 -------------- Town Council Agenda document ->   https://t.co/io7khnmfMp?amp=1 (https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_meeting_agenda_nov_17_2021.pdf) My notes from the meeting  ->  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/11/recap-town-council-hears-about-waiting.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/11/recap-town-council-hears-about-waiting.html) SAFE Coalition presentation as mentioned in the discussion (Town Council meeting of 9/15/21) -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/09/franklin-ma-town-council-meeting.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/09/franklin-ma-town-council-meeting.html)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.   This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/) or http://www.franklin.news/ (www.franklin.news/) If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Travis welcomes Tom Mercer to the show! Tom has been a pastor and leader for over 40 years, Nate Bargatze, pastoring High Desert Church in Victorville, California. They discuss the Oikos Principle-a simple approach to rethink how we share and live out our faith. It's simple when we think about it. What's the number one factor is that God used to bring you to Him? Or maybe a better question is, who was the person who influenced you the most to become a believer? If statistics are right, then it is probably someone you knew well. What does that mean for us? Listen in and find out! Learn more about Tom https://www.tommercer.com/ (here).

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In this episode we go deep into the revolution that's sweeping the world, that of the Oat Milk revolution. Founded in 2006 by Tom Mercer from a stall at Waterloo East and now, over a decade on, MOMA Foods has recently won a great taste award for it's oat milk barista edition. Tom, whose market research strategy was nothing short of ingenious, discovered 4 years after MOMA's founding in 2010 that he had MS and incidentally lost vision in one of his eyes. This however didn't stopped Tom from growing a multimillion-pound business and kicking on. So, from humble beginnings on a market stall in East London, is Tom the Lord Sugar of the Oat world? Exclusive Content – Traffic cone through a window - https://bit.ly/3EwVK2C  Passion, objectivity and planning - https://bit.ly/3mAcoZc  Loss making for 7 years - https://bit.ly/3jUpgY7  For more exclusive content visit Oliver's YouTube - https://bit.ly/3GwYwXq Sponsored by Coronation Wealth Management LLP. Coronation Wealth Management, an Appointed Representative of St. James's Place Wealth Management, provides a wide range of services to their clients to help them build, grow, protect, or preserve their wealth.

In this episode we hear from Tom Mercer, Founder of MOMA Foods. Tom started his company in 2005 from a London railway arch, which remains its HQ to this day, with a mission of ‘making oats more awesome'. Disappointed by the lack of convenient and healthy breakfast choices for his morning commute he decided to solve this gap in the market and began selling oats from a makeshift stall in Waterloo station. Today, as one of the fastest-growing young food brands in the UK, MOMA now produces a range of 21 premium products stocked in leading supermarkets. Tom shares with us his advice on knowing when is the right time to leave full-time employment to commit 100% to your startup and tips for securing shelf space in UK supermarkets and online retailers. Tom's advice: Test your product to make sure it's as good as it can possibly be at the outsetBe objective about your product; just because you are enthusiastic about it does not mean it will necessarily be a commercial success.  So find the balance between objectivity and passionIf your product is a) good and b) commercially viable, you will succeed in getting retail spaceWhen running a company, keep good structures in place: daily / weekly / quarterly meetingsInteracting with colleagues on a daily basis - even via Zoom - is valuableSustainability and inclusivity should be assumed and not be one of your key selling points, unless you're doing something groundbreaking Always look for innovations to inspire youTrade shows are a great way to get feedback on your product plus they can reinforce your own belief in itIf you'd like to contact Tom you can reach him via LinkedIn . Head over to Speakpipe to leave your voice note for future guests too.LastPass the password-keeping site that syncs between devices.Google Workspace is brilliant for small businessesBuzzsprout podcast 'how to' & hosting directoryCanva has proved invaluable for creating all the social media assets and audio bites.For contracts check out Law Depot.Recorded, edited & published by Juliet Fallowfield, 2021 founder of PR for startups advisory Fallow, Field & Mason. Edited by Renale Mathurin. MUSIC CREDIT Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod.  Link & Licence

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of October 20, 2021:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics APPOINTMENTS - David Ogilvie: Fire Department, New Hire PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS American Rescue Plan Act: Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator 2020 Federal Census & Reprecincting Update: Nancy Danello, Acting Town Clerk and Kate Sjoberg, GIS Coordinator -  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10a._resolution_21-59_reprecincting.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10a._resolution_21-59_reprecincting.pdf)   and  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10a._reprecincting_maps.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10a._reprecincting_maps.pdf) 10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION - Resolution 21-60: Further Amending the Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-off Abatement Program (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-60 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10b._resolution_21-60_senior_tax.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10b._resolution_21-60_senior_tax.pdf) 10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION - Resolution 21-61: Further Amending the Veterans' Property Tax Work-off Abatement Program (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-61 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10c._resolution_21-61_vets.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10c._resolution_21-61_vets.pdf) 10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION -  Resolution 21-62: Acceptance of G.L. Chapter 59, Section 5C ½ and Increase in Certain Property Tax Exemptions Pursuant Thereto (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-62 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10d._resolution_21-62_property_tax_exemption_vets_0.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10d._resolution_21-62_property_tax_exemption_vets_0.pdf) The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 27 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda doc (including connection info) ->https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-23-21_town_council_agenda.pdf ( ) https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/october-20-town-council-agenda (https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/october-20-town-council-agenda)  ARPA Funding Status ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/_arpa_overview_fin_com_town_council.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/_arpa_overview_fin_com_town_council.pdf)  Census 2020 and Reprecincting presentation -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10a._resolution_21-59_reprecincting.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/10a._resolution_21-59_reprecincting.pdf) Town budget info ->https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget ( https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget)  School budget info ->https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-district-budget ( https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-district-budget)  ------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help....

How does God build the church and bring new people to faith?  He uses all of us. The fact is, virtually all Christians find faith through a close friend or family member. This is the first message in our new series, and we invited Tom Mercer in to kick things off. He helps us understand how the people you're close to, your front row, is your "Oikos" - a term found in the Bible.

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of October 6, 2021:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4.        PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONSa.        Franklin Cultural Council - 2021 Cultural Fest5.        APPOINTMENTSa.        Susan Younis - Municipal Affordable Housing Trustb.        Candice Narsasian - Cultural District Committeec.        Anne Bergen - Franklin TV Board of Directorsd.        Ken Norman - Franklin TV Board of Directors8.        PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONSa.        Franklin School Department Update to Town Council: Dr. Sara Ahern, Superintendent of Schools, Miriam Goodman, Business Manager10.     LEGISLATION FOR ACTIONa.        Resolution 21-54: A Resolution  Adopting the Town  of Franklin 2021  Housing Production Plan  (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-54 - Majority Vote)The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 28 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. ------------- Agenda doc (including connection info) ->https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-23-21_town_council_agenda.pdf ( ) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/10-06-21_town_council_agenda.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/10-06-21_town_council_agenda.pdf)  Franklin Public Schools presentation -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8a._school_presentation_town_council_school_update_10_6_2021.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8a._school_presentation_town_council_school_update_10_6_2021.pdf)   Town budget info ->https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget ( https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget)  School budget info ->https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-district-budget ( https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-district-budget)  ------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This shares my conversation with candidate for Town Council Tom Mercer.  This is one of a series of conversations with candidates for the Franklin Election on Nov 2, 2021. I do this to provide Franklin, MA voters with accurate and timely information that they can use to cast an informed vote.  Publication of the answers or interview responses does not constitute an endorsement of this or any candidate. We cover the candidate questions as previously developed with the community and shared with the candidates. Five of the questions are ‘general' in nature, the sixth is specific to the role of the candidate. In this case, for the Town Council. Our conversation runs about 21 minutes, so let's listen to my interview with Tom Mercer.  -------------- Candidate questions -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/09/election-2021-candidate-interview.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/09/election-2021-candidate-interview.html)  Contact info: Phone -> 508 528-9084 Email address -> tmercer@franklinma.gov  Election Collection 2021 ->  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/07/franklin-election-collection-2021.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/07/franklin-election-collection-2021.html)  ------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of September 15, 2021:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4.        PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS a.        Police Department: i.          Sergeant Lee Drake - Retirement ii.         Sergeant Louis Marguerite - Promotion 5.        APPOINTMENTS a.        Janice Prentice - Associate member, Historical Commission   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5a._appointment_-_prentice.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5a._appointment_-_prentice.pdf)  b.        Chuna Keophannga - Finance Committee   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5b._appointment_-_keophannga.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5b._appointment_-_keophannga.pdf)  c.         Tyrel Hansen - Finance Committee   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5c._appointment_-_hansen.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5c._appointment_-_hansen.pdf)  7.        LICENSE TRANSACTIONS a.        Franklin Shed, LLC d/b/a Franklin Shed, New Section 12 Restaurant, All Alcoholic Beverages, and approval of manager, located at 340 East Central Street, Franklin, MA.   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/7a._web_franklin_shed.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/7a._web_franklin_shed.pdf)  8.        PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS a.        SAFE Coalition, Jennifer Knight-Levine, Executive Director b.        Delcarte Conservation Area Weed Remediation, Jennifer Delmore, Conservation Agent https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8b._delcarte_weeds_pres.pdf ( https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8b._delcarte_weeds_pres.pdf) 10.      LEGISLATION FOR ACTION a.        Resolution 21-53: Gift Acceptance, Franklin Public Library $5,890, Veterans' Service Department $300, Fire Department $200 (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-53 - Majority Vote) b.        Bylaw Amendment 21-875: Chapter 82, Trash and Recycling Fee Increase - Second Reading (Motion to adopt Bylaw Amendment 21-875 - Majority Roll Call Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/10b._21-875_trash.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/10b._21-875_trash.pdf)  The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 25 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda doc (including connection info) ->https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-23-21_town_council_agenda.pdf ( ) https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/09/recap-introduction-retirement-promotion.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/09/recap-introduction-retirement-promotion.html)  Volunteer form -> http://franklinmaboards.vt-s.net/newcaf.php (http://franklinmaboards.vt-s.net/newcaf.php)  The report tab is configured for two reports, one on vacancies -> http://franklinmaboards.vt-s.net/vt.php (http://franklinmaboards.vt-s.net/vt.php)  And one on expiring terms ->...

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of September 1, 2021:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS a. Police Department: i. Nick Palmieri, Promotion to Sergeant ii. Jack Flynn, Promotion to Detective iii. Victoria McVicar, New Hire Introduction & Ceremonial Swearing in iv. Patrick MacDonald, New Hire Introduction & Ceremonial Swearing in 5. APPOINTMENTS a. Richard Johnson, Conservation Commission     6. HEARINGS - 7:10pm a. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 21-874: Amendment to Ch.185 Section 21 Parking, Loading, and Driveway Requirements proposed change to minimum parking requirements in Downtown Commercial and Commercial I zoning districts. 8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS a. Karen Maguire - Superintendent of Schools, Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical School Executive Session - Chap 61A for 215 Prospect St The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 29 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda doc (including connection info) ->https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-23-21_town_council_agenda.pdf ( ) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/9-1-21_town_council_agenda.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/9-1-21_town_council_agenda.pdf)   ------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS      Proclamation/Recognition: Dale Kurtz - Retirement, Veterans Service Officer Recognition: Bristol Savings Bank - Donation to the Fire Department  Recognition: Fourth of July Committee - Joe Carmignani & Paul Kortick 6. HEARINGS - 7:10pm         Zoning Bylaw Amendment 21-874: Amendment to Ch.185 Section 21 Parking, Loading, and Driveway Requirements (to be continued) 7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS            99 Restaurants of Boston, LLC d/b/a 99 Restaurant Pub #30130, Located at 847 West Central Street,  Franklin, MA 02038, Change of Manager 8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS            Department of Public Works: Trash & Recycling https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/8a._ppt_trash_fee_1.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/8a._ppt_trash_fee_1.pdf) Councilor Comments – Kelly resignation The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 23 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda doc (including connection info) ->https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-23-21_town_council_agenda.pdf (  )https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/08-18-2021_town_council_agenda_packet.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/08-18-2021_town_council_agenda_packet.pdf)  Agenda folder -> https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/august-18-town-council-agenda (https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/august-18-town-council-agenda)  Town Council recording (video by Franklin TV) -> https://franklintv.vod.castus.tv/vod/?video=ff2fcc25-3de0-4f4e-967e-731221d0fc5f&nav=programs%2FTown%20Council%2008-18-21 (https://franklintv.vod.castus.tv/vod/?video=ff2fcc25-3de0-4f4e-967e-731221d0fc5f&nav=programs%2FTown%20Council%2008-18-21)  I was out of town and missed the meeting so I have no notes to share. ------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS   a. Retirement: Patti Wyllie, Treasurer-Collector's Department  b. Retirement: Tommy Gundstrom, DPW  c. Recognition: Ndoumbe Ndoye, Franklin High School, Commonwealth Heroines Award Acknowledged – Chrissy Welton relocating to FL, hiring to backfill Transition planning Dean College all alcohol license Right of first refusal for Maple Hill, first use of CPA funds Town Administrator contract minor modifications and extension The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 28 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda doc (including connection info) ->https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-23-21_town_council_agenda.pdf (  ) https://t.co/uIW8mWFWYT?amp=1 (https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/_2021-07-21_town_council_agenda_2.pdf) Agenda folder ->https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/july-21-town-council-agenda ( https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/july-21-town-council-agenda)  My notes from the Town Council meeting ->https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/07/recap-town-council-approves-dean.html ( https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/07/recap-town-council-approves-dean.html)  Town Council audio recording -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/07/franklin-ma-town-council-meeting-audio.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/07/franklin-ma-town-council-meeting-audio.html)  ------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS   a. Police Department Recognition: Patrol Officer David Mellor b. Fire & Police Department Recognition: Winter Street Incident 5. APPOINTMENTS a. Annual Reappointments 7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS   · S&J Restaurant, LLC d/b/a Sierra's Brick Oven Pizza & Pub, New Common Victualer All Alcohol License and Approval of Manager, located at 648 Old West Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038. · Proof Restaurant, LLC d/b/a Proof, New Common Victualer All Alcohol License and Approval of Manager, located at 862 West Central Street, 2nd Floor, Franklin, MA 02038.  8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS  Open Meeting Law (OML) Complaint from Patrick Higgins: Failure to approve Town Council meeting minutes in a timely manner.  10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION Resolution 21-33: Expenditure - Recreation Department Expenses, Fletcher Fund (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-33 - Majority Vote) 10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION Resolution 21-34: Appropriation - Franklin Downtown Zoning and Marketing Capital Account (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-34 - Majority Vote) 10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION Resolution 21-35: FY21 Appropriation Transfers (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-35 - Majority Vote) 10e. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION Resolution 21-37: Termination of the Veteran's Services Agreement (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-37 Majority Vote) 10g. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION Zoning Bylaw Amendment 21-874: Amendment to CH. 185 Section 21 Parking, Loading, and Driveway Requirements - Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Bylaw Amendment 21-874 to the Planning Board - Majority Vote) The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 31 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Franklin Community Profile  =>   https://mecc.memberclicks.net/assets/2021CommunityProfiles/FRANKLIN.pdf (https://mecc.memberclicks.net/assets/2021CommunityProfiles/FRANKLIN.pdf) Agenda folder ->https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/june-23-town-council-agenda ( https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/june-23-town-council-agenda) Agenda doc (including connection info) ->https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-23-21_town_council_agenda.pdf (  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-23-21_town_council_agenda.pdf) My notes from the meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/06/recap-town-council-meeting-deserved.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/06/recap-town-council-meeting-deserved.html) -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was...

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS     a. Proclamation: Franklin High School BALTS – four students' initials make the acronym. b. Proclamation: M Wright, , retired firefighter living at Franklin Crossing. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS     •    La Cantina Winery, New Section 19C Farmer Brewery License & License Modification to Combine existing 19B and New 19C license to create a 19H Farmer Winery/Brewery License, 355 & 357 Union Street, Franklin, MA 02038 •    Table and Vine, License Modification - Change of Manager and Stock Transfer, 348 East Central Street Public Hearing    $4.6 purchase price for Maple Hill; proposal to use $1.6M from Pond St, finance the $3M balance via CPA funds; 2 more public hearings (at least) FinCom (6/16 – 6 PM) and Community Preservation Committee (6/17 – 5 PM) The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 25 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-9-21_town_council_agenda_1.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-9-21_town_council_agenda_1.pdf)  Maple Hill presentation doc with 3 options as discussed in this session https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/_maple_hill_rofr_open_space_update.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/_maple_hill_rofr_open_space_update.pdf)  My notes from the Town Council meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/06/recap-town-council-on-maple-hill-right.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/06/recap-town-council-on-maple-hill-right.html)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Mitch and Isaac open talking about gear they would like to get this year and gear that's on the "wish list". This week Ike addresses an issue that has some sweating just thinking about it....asking someone to come to church. He recently finished a book on this topic called "15 to 5" by Tom Mercer. Ike takes us through the steps this book has laid out while he and Mitch have some great discussion.

This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS   Brutus Cantoreggi, Public Works Director - American Public Works Association, Public Works Director of the Year Award 7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS      La Cantina Winery/La Cantina Brewery, Change of Category on their Farmer Series Pouring Permit from Wines to Wine and Malt Beverages, 355 Union Street, Franklin, MA 02038 8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS         a. Melanson & Heath - FY20 Audit b. Franklin TV - Pete Fasciano c. Anne Marie Tracey - Town Communications and Civic Engagement Update Maple hill – 120 days to react The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 33 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials)  https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/may-5-town-council-agenda (https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/may-5-town-council-agenda) My notes from the Town Council meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/05/recap-town-council-meeting-050521.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/05/recap-town-council-meeting-050521.html)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS   Brutus Cantoreggi, Public Works Director - American Public Works Association, Public Works Director of the Year Award 7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS      La Cantina Winery/La Cantina Brewery, Change of Category on their Farmer Series Pouring Permit from Wines to Wine and Malt Beverages, 355 Union Street, Franklin, MA 02038 8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS         a. Melanson & Heath - FY20 Audit b. Franklin TV - Pete Fasciano c. Anne Marie Tracey - Town Communications and Civic Engagement Update Maple hill – 120 days to react The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 33 minutes, so let’s listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials)  https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/may-5-town-council-agenda (https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/may-5-town-council-agenda) My notes from the Town Council meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/05/recap-town-council-meeting-050521.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/05/recap-town-council-meeting-050521.html)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with http://www.franklin.tv/ (Franklin.TV) and Franklin Public Radio (http://www.wfpr.fm/ (wfpr.fm)) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS   Diane Daddario, MD 8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS         a. Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick W. McDermott  ~25 mins b. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Actuarial Update - Dan Sherman  ~15 mins c. GATRA - Mark Sousa, Executive Director ~32 mins d. Downtown Commercial Zoning District & Commercial Zoning District 1 Parking requirements  ~55 mins 10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION a. Resolution 21-22: Authorization for Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Foxborough for the Town of Foxborough to Provide Emergency Motor Vehicle Technician Services (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-22 - Majority Roll Call Vote) The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 30 minutes, so let’s listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials in one PDF)  https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/april-14-town-council-agenda (https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/april-14-town-council-agenda)  My notes from the Town Council meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/04/recap-town-council-mtg-apr-14-2021.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/04/recap-town-council-mtg-apr-14-2021.html) -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics 4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS   Diane Daddario, MD 8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS         a. Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick W. McDermott  ~25 mins b. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Actuarial Update - Dan Sherman  ~15 mins c. GATRA - Mark Sousa, Executive Director ~32 mins d. Downtown Commercial Zoning District & Commercial Zoning District 1 Parking requirements  ~55 mins 10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION a. Resolution 21-22: Authorization for Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Foxborough for the Town of Foxborough to Provide Emergency Motor Vehicle Technician Services (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-22 - Majority Roll Call Vote) The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 30 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials in one PDF)  https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/april-14-town-council-agenda (https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/april-14-town-council-agenda)  My notes from the Town Council meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/04/recap-town-council-mtg-apr-14-2021.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/04/recap-town-council-mtg-apr-14-2021.html) -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics Public hearing on street acceptances DPW presentation Capital budget items Complete streets policy Two bylaws for First readings One bylaw for Adoption The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 35 minutes, so let’s listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials in one PDF)  https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/april-7-town-council-agenda (https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/april-7-town-council-agenda) DPW overview presentation doc https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/dpw_town_council_presentation_4_7_2021.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/dpw_town_council_presentation_4_7_2021.pdf) My notes from the Town Council meeting -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? We cover the following key topics Public hearing on street acceptances DPW presentation Capital budget items Complete streets policy Two bylaws for First readings One bylaw for Adoption The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 35 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials in one PDF)  https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/april-7-town-council-agenda (https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/april-7-town-council-agenda) DPW overview presentation doc https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/dpw_town_council_presentation_4_7_2021.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/dpw_town_council_presentation_4_7_2021.pdf) My notes from the Town Council meeting -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

In Season 2, Episode 12, Simon talks to Tom. Tom Mercer is the Founder of MOMA Foods, a London oat brand. Frustrated with the lack of quality breakfast on the market Tom decided to leave his job in the City and do something about it. MOMA was a genuine grassroots start-up – the first kitchen was under a railway arch in South London and the first retail outlet was a stall (made from a converted filing cabinet) in Waterloo station. MOMA is now the go-to premium porridge brand in the UK, the #1 bircher muesli brand, and a fast-growing player in burgeoning oat milk market Tom is from a farming family in Staffordshire, read Natural Sciences at Cambridge, and prior to MOMA worked as a management consultant for Bain & Co. In his personal life Tom is a proud husband and dad.

In Season 2, Episode 12, Simon talks to Tom. Tom Mercer is the Founder of MOMA Foods, a London oat brand. Frustrated with the lack of quality breakfast on the market Tom decided to leave his job in the City and do something about it. MOMA was a genuine grassroots start-up – the first kitchen was under a railway arch in South London and the first retail outlet was a stall (made from a converted filing cabinet) in Waterloo station. MOMA is now the go-to premium porridge brand in the UK, the #1 bircher muesli brand, and a fast-growing player in burgeoning oat milk market Tom is from a farming family in Staffordshire, read Natural Sciences at Cambridge, and prior to MOMA worked as a management consultant for Bain & Co. In his personal life Tom is a proud husband and dad.

In Season 2, Episode 12, Simon talks to Tom. Tom Mercer is the Founder of MOMA Foods, a London oat brand. Frustrated with the lack of quality breakfast on the market Tom decided to leave his job in the City and do something about it. MOMA was a genuine grassroots start-up – the first kitchen was under a railway arch in South London and the first retail outlet was a stall (made from a converted filing cabinet) in Waterloo station. MOMA is now the go-to premium porridge brand in the UK, the #1 bircher muesli brand, and a fast-growing player in burgeoning oat milk market Tom is from a farming family in Staffordshire, read Natural Sciences at Cambridge, and prior to MOMA worked as a management consultant for Bain & Co. In his personal life Tom is a proud husband and dad.

This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the recent Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 25 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials in one PDF)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/agendas/03-17-21_town_council_agenda_1.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/agendas/03-17-21_town_council_agenda_1.pdf)  My notes from the meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/03/recap-town-council-meeting-mar-17-2021.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/03/recap-town-council-meeting-mar-17-2021.html)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the recent Franklin Town Council meeting:  ok, what just happened?  What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 25 minutes, so let’s listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials in one PDF)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/agendas/03-17-21_town_council_agenda_1.pdf (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/agendas/03-17-21_town_council_agenda_1.pdf)  My notes from the meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/03/recap-town-council-meeting-mar-17-2021.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/03/recap-town-council-meeting-mar-17-2021.html)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit https://www.franklinmatters.org/ (Franklinmatters.org/)  or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting: ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 25 minutes, so let's listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials in one PDF)  https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/march-3-town-council-agenda (https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/march-3-town-council-agenda)   My notes from the meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/03/recap-of-town-council-meeting-mar-3.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/03/recap-of-town-council-meeting-mar-3.html)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting: ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 25 minutes, so let’s listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. -------------- Agenda document (and released supporting materials in one PDF)  https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/march-3-town-council-agenda (https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/march-3-town-council-agenda)   My notes from the meeting https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/03/recap-of-town-council-meeting-mar-3.html (https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/03/recap-of-town-council-meeting-mar-3.html)  -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or http://www.franklin.news (www.franklin.news)  If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided byhttp://www.eastofshirley.com/ ( Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley"). The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

FM #385 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 385 in the series. This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is the first of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England, this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting: ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers? The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents. Our conversation runs about 24 minutes, so let’s listen in. -------------- Town Council - meeting agenda and packet https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/november-4-town-council-agenda Town Council goals midterm update https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/web_1_goals_update.pdf -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? - If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors - If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

A brief summary of this episode

FM #273 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 273 in the series. This session shares the Franklin, MA Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, May 20, 2020. The meeting was conducted via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period. The Chair, Tom Mercer opens the meetings, all votes are via roll call, each person speaking is acknowledged by the Chair before speaking. Aside from an occasional bit of background from someone not muted properly, the meeting runs well. The recording runs about 2 hours and 50 minutes, so let’s listen to the Town Council meeting of May 20, 2020. -------------- We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm). This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help. How can you help? - If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors - If you don't like something here, please let me know Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy! ------------------ You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Tom Mercer started selling his home-made oat smoothies to commuters at Waterloo Station in 2005 and has since grown Moma into a highly successful brand whose products include a very popular instant porridge, oat milk and the best-selling bircher muesli in the country.

PJ Moon was our guest on LuncHour this week and we talked about the importance of having the right priorities in NextGen ministry. Mark 1:35-39 (Priorities over Urgency) My lack of clarity of priority created a culture of reaction, stifled creativity & collaboration, and suck away my vision to see. 3 Things I wish I would have done earlier that Jesus did: 1.Changed my Scorecard : Jesus was always showing the disciples that they were measuring the wrong things. •What is Success to you? •What do you measure? 2.Put more stock in my leaders : Jesus put all his stock with his leaders •They have the potential that you don’t •Care for them, don’t just use them •Simplify the language for them so they know what success is (5-3-1 Principle) 3.Less weekend consumed & more outward consumed : Jesus loved the local church, but spent most of his time outside of it. •We often are hitting walls that services can’t fix •Empower more leaders & free up your time Helpful Resources: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+ruthless+elimination+of+hurry&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI966g5O2I5wIVj4bACh0UbQFrEAAYASAAEgL3fvD_BwE&hvadid=345562847002&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9028263&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=b&hvrand=2901372174105330662&hvtargid=kwd-810588876197&hydadcr=17836_10948729&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_72cpey94jz_b Next Generation Leader by Andy Stanley: https://www.amazon.com/Next-Generation-Leader-Essentials-Future/dp/1590525396 Canoeing the Mountains by Tod Bolsinger: https://www.amazon.com/Canoeing-Mountains-Christian-Leadership-Uncharted/dp/0830841474/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=O3C270BS39VA&keywords=canoeing+the+mountains&qid=1579203104&sprefix=canoeing+the+%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExQzJVQUFBU044MFZWJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTIzMjI3MkIzMTFDV1FTUkdNUSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjA3MTYyMzdMUlkzMUtUUTRGTSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= 8 to 15, The World is Smaller than you think by Tom Mercer: https://www.amazon.com/World-Smaller-Than-You-Think/dp/0984036407/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=8+to+15%2C+The+World+is+Smaller+than+you+think+by+Tom+Mercer&qid=1579203119&sr=8-1 The Jesus Club by Brian Barcelona: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Club-Incredible-Stories-Schools/dp/0800798198

This episode marks the return of the “Entrepreneur In Focus” series with an exclusive interview between Nick and Tom Mercer, the founder of Moma Foods, a brand currently making waves internationally, and which began by selling their products from a converted filing cabinet, to hungry London commuters at train stations. If anyone can tell you what it’s truly like to go through the journey, to face down each challenge and take advantage of each opportunity, while also scaling up your business from humble beginnings, it’s Tom.   KEY TAKEAWAYS  Creating Moma Foods was the result of Tom identifying a gap in his own life; healthy breakfast on the go for people who have little time in the mornings. The first years of the business were spent with Tom working in every aspect of the business, including rising early and preparing the food, then taking it to the streets and selling it.    Optimism and belief, coupled with youth, determination and energy, is what Tom credits with keeping him going in the early days. It seems as though these qualities are vital to many entrepreneurs when starting out.   You need objectivity and realism when setting up a business. You need to be able to identify things that aren’t working, or pivot when things need to change.   Knowing when to pivot comes from a blend of natural insight and constant evaluation from metrics that each business should have built in from the start.   Passion is vital, and is hugely attractive when pitching. In terms of sales, Tom enjoys this side of the business because he’s passionate about the product, but equally he is keen to constantly innovate and disrupt.   The operations are the backbone of any business. Making sure you have effective processes in place are essential. Passion and innovation and creation are the kickstarters, but remember to implement processes as you go.   Physical health is becoming increasingly important to Tom. Suffering from MS, he now finds it important to take better care of his health, which allows him to work harder and keep him going.   Getting the right team around you is so important to effective scale-up. Without the right team it’s impossible to grow. Find the right people and free yourself up to do other things       BEST MOMENTS ‘It doesn’t really matter what happens to you in life. It’s what you do around it’ ‘You only fail if you give up’ ‘It’s important to look after yourself, so I try to eat healthily, exercise regularly and sleep more’ ‘I’m a glass half full person, so I never thought we’d fail’ ‘You have to change’ ‘Having a decent breakfast in the mornings can really impact your day'   VALUABLE RESOURCES   Nick’s Twitter Scale Up Your Business Podcast Moma Foods   ABOUT THE HOST  My name is Nick Bradley. I’m an entrepreneur, author, speaker and investor. My background is in growing and scaling VC and Private Equity backed businesses. Having successfully built, bought and sold a number of companies, and removed myself from day-to-day operations, my focus now is on helping entrepreneurs get to where they want to be, in business and in life. As well as investing in growth businesses and backing turnarounds - with the ultimate aim of creating value from significant capital events. I’m passionate about personal and professional development - showing up and being the best version of myself ... every day. My bigger vision is to help bring entrepreneurial skills, experience and mindset to people in developing nations - so they can follow their dreams, live life more on their terms - utilising entrepreneurship as a global force for good.   CONTACT METHOD https://twitter.com/nickcbradley nick@fielding.global www.fielding.global    

This recording is the of the Town Administrator Search Subcommittee held Wednesday, Nov 14, 2018. The subcommittee is comprised of Town Councilors Matt Kelly, Tom Mercer, Melanie Hamblen, and Debbie Pellegri. Karen Bratt, Human Resources Director for the Town of Franklin also participated.

On average, each of us has 8 to 15 people, whom God has supernaturally and strategically placed in our relational world so that He might use us to both demonstrate and discuss faith. The Greeks used one word to describe this personal world—OIKOS, or “extended household.” OIKOS is not an evangelism program. It's not an event. It's not an emphasis. The oikos principle is the heartbeat of Christ's Church. Jesus designed it, modeled it and taught us how to use it. Since then, it's been instrumental in bringing 95% of believers into the body of Christ. Tom Mercer has not only experienced the oikos principle firsthand, he has committed his life to helping the church understand and utilize this incredibly simple yet effective strategy for changing a world that just might be smaller than you think! Tom has been married to his wife Sheryl for thirty-seven years, and they have been blessed with three married children, who have in turn blessed us with the greatest core oikos imaginable—nine grandchildren. Tom received his formal education at Biola University and Talbot Seminary. He has been the Senior Pastor and primary teacher at the High Desert Church in Victorville, California since 1984. During that time, HDC has grown from 125 regular participants to over 12,000; from one campus to four. He has authored two books, 8 to 15: The World Is Smaller Than You Think and Common Sense Is the New Brilliance. These books highlight the oikos principle, which Tom believes is the simplest and most effective form of Kingdom growth that Jesus gave us.

This recording is of the Economic Development subcommittee of the Town Council. The meeting was held in Room 205 on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 beginning at 6:00 PM. The subcommittee is chaired by Tom Mercer. Members are Melanie Hamblen, Eamon McCarthy Earls, and Glenn Jones. Town Planning Director Bryan Taberner and Town Planner Amy Love also participated along with Town Administrator Jeff Nutting and Deputy Administrator Jamie Hellen. Resident and multi-small business owner Rich Frongillo participated for the sign discussion. The meeting runs just under an 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Have you ever wondered how your family looks at your faith journey? How important is it to share your faith with your family? Join Pastor Eric as he kicks off a new series titled "Family". This week he covers the Oikos concept as detailed in the book by Tom Mercer titled "8-15".

This recording is of the Franklin Town Government 101 event held on Saturday, January 27, 2018. The program featured Dr. Robert Krim, Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Framingham State University Franklin State Rep. Jeff Roy has previously held positions on the Franklin School Committee and Town Council a conversation and question and answer period with Town Council representative Tom Mercer and School Committee member Denise Schultz, moderated by Steve Sherlock of Franklin Matters Yes, I had the privilege to be the moderator for the discussion portion and I think we did well. If you bump into someone around town, hopefully you’ll be able to make a connection and have a civil discussion on what we need to do to advance Franklin as a community.

Mike Camoin and Tom Mercer talk about Upstate Independent Filmmakers Network and the Screening of the Documentary Hawk on March 8 at Prodctors at 7:00 pm. You will have a chance to meet with with Indie Film Guru Bob Hawk

We had something of a Breakfast bonanza this week on FoodTalk – It's a shame that the show is broadcast live in the afternoon because Sue Nelson and Paul Andrews tried two of the finest products to help prepare you for the day ahead.  While we were in the process of contacting Tom Mercer on the phone, we were also firing up the kettles in order to prepare the wonderful MOMA porridge that Tom created. You may have seen the luxury product in the main supermarkets, as Tom explains how he had the idea for the mix of fine and chunky oats and shares his predictions for future breakfast trends. One exception to our breakfast rule this week was our interview with Hayley Fyans from The Snaffling Pig. They have the tastiest pork products, but who says we can't make them a morning treat? For our next guest, the kettles were boiling again and by Jove we were smelling the coffee. Paula Lain came to our studio armed with a cafetiere and her amazing ‘Get in the Mood Coffee'. With flavours such as ‘Hectic Hamster', ‘Fancy Cat' and ‘Partied Out Panda', she is sure to have the coffee to match your mood. We'll be back next week for more FoodTalk but make sure you listen out for the first mention of the first ever ‘FoodTalk Awards' which will be coming this year…  

In Part 2 we delve deeper into the article itself (Weick and Roberts, 1993) in order to understand how a high reliability way of organizing can be implemented, what are the steps, and how rigid the rules and procedures have to be. Join us for a detailed and rich in examples discussion of these very key, yet academically under-explored aspects of organization studies.

Based around a classic work by Weick and Roberts (1993) on Collective mind in organizations - where the authors observed and analyzed the way people on the deck of an aircraft carrier function in a collective manner - this episode brings you a discussion of how concepts of High Reliability (see also Episode 11) flesh out in real life! Joining us for this episode is a very special guest - Commanding Officer of the aircraft carrier on which Weick and Roberts performed their study, Read Admiral (retired) Tom Mercer! Tom is an extraordinary individual and a highly experienced leader, bearing responsibility for a multidisciplinary organization of 6000 people working everything from munitions and aircraft to baking bread and producing television. This is a must listen for a grounded, empirically saturated representation of the theoretical concepts of High Reliability Organization, and general management as such, that we cover on this podcast!

In this Summary of Episode 11, our resident High Reliability expert, Dr Ralph Soule, gives an overview of the context, the study and some of the key problems facing high-risk and high-reliability approaches to organizational design. Ralph mentions that Bierly and Spender (1995) provide a description of submariner culture and how it comes about through formal in informal practices. The author’s note that submariner’s culture is risk-averse, shared between different ships, and the result of constant training in theory, operations, and responding to emergencies. The training emphasizes specific terminology, communication behaviors, formal hierarchy, and detailed knowledge of system design and performance. This is followed by Ralph drawing on his own extensive scientific and applied knowledge of operating high-risk systems to add that nuclear operator culture has many components not mentioned by Bierly and Spender such as:* Balancing strict compliance with orders and procedures with questioning attitude* Balancing respect for authority and knowledge with watch team backup* Transparency (internal and external assessments and audits, letters to the Admiral)* Critiques (where much tacit knowledge and assumptions are revealed, but often not written down)* High standards for technical skill (certifications and training)* Articulation of operator principles* Standard operation proceduresIf you would like to hear more from Ralph, or about High Reliability in general, do listen to our full episode. For those wishing to learn more, we are going to have another episode on High Reliability (Episode 21) with US Navy Admiral (retired) Tom Mercer.

Opower's new residential demand response program has yielded 23% savings in homes that have load control devices and peak rebate rates. Homeowners that have taken voluntary action--such as changing thermostat settings--have seen 5% savings. As a result, the company is expanding its program to include 1 million customers, said Tom Mercer, group product manager