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This session of the radio show shares the Town Council Meeting held Wednesday, Sep 3, 2025. 8 members were present to begin the session (Pellegri absent), one member during the long session (Chandler)Discussion items: PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONSa. Proclamation: Hunger Action Monthb. Police Departmenti. Retirement Recognition & Proclamation: Police Sergeant Michael Campanelliii. Promotion Recognition: Police Sergeant Joseph MacLeanc. Retirement Recognition & Proclamation: Fire Chief James McLaughlin5. APPOINTMENTSa. Fire Chief - Chuck Allenb. Community Preservation Committee - Richard Johnson c. Cultural Councili. Ryan Hanleyii. William Leeiii. Caryn ParnellPRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSIONa. Franklin Food Pantry Update: Tina Powderly, Executive Directorb. Norfolk County Sheriff's Office Update: Patrick McDermott, Norfolk County Sheriffc. Legislative Update: Senator Rebecca Rausch and Representative Jeff Roy9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTIONa. Resolution 25-50: Adoption of Local Initiative Program “Friendly 40B” Policy (Tabled from July 23, 2025 Town Council Meeting) b. Bylaw Amendment 25-942: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 170, Vehicles and Traffic - Second Reading c. Resolution 25-56: Acceptance of Gifts - Veteran's Services ($750), Senior Center ($100) d. Resolution 25-57: Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per MGL Ch. 44 §53F3/4 The meeting recording runs about 4 hours and 10 minutes (the recess audio was removed to shorten the elapsed time). Let's listen in--------------Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5ILK2Y6yTw The agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09032025-1891 My notes captured in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/12XGRErMbkxyGIwR7fA0nqhhzqnrsJ-mV/view?usp=drive_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 knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough 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"....

This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of September 3, 2025.We focus on two questions:ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?Discussion items: PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONSa. Proclamation: Hunger Action Monthb. Police Departmenti. Retirement Recognition & Proclamation: Police Sergeant Michael Campanelliii. Promotion Recognition: Police Sergeant Joseph MacLeanc. Retirement Recognition & Proclamation: Fire Chief James McLaughlin5. APPOINTMENTSa. Fire Chief - Chuck Allenb. Community Preservation Committee - Richard Johnson c. Cultural Councili. Ryan Hanleyii. William Leeiii. Caryn ParnellPRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSIONa. Franklin Food Pantry Update: Tina Powderly, Executive Directorb. Norfolk County Sheriff's Office Update: Patrick McDermott, Norfolk County Sheriffc. Legislative Update: Senator Rebecca Rausch and Representative Jeff Roy9. LEGISLATION FOR ACTIONa. Resolution 25-50: Adoption of Local Initiative Program “Friendly 40B” Policy (Tabled from July 23, 2025 Town Council Meeting) b. Bylaw Amendment 25-942: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 170, Vehicles and Traffic - Second Reading c. Resolution 25-56: Acceptance of Gifts - Veteran's Services ($750), Senior Center ($100) d. Resolution 25-57: Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per MGL Ch. 44 §53F3/4 The conversation runs about 29 minutes. Let's listen in--------------Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5ILK2Y6yTw The agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09032025-1891 My notes captured in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/12XGRErMbkxyGIwR7fA0nqhhzqnrsJ-mV/view?usp=drive_link Background on “assessment center” https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/assessment-and-selection/other-assessment-methods/assessment-centers/--------------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 knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit

The Dallas County Republican Party could decide this month if it will hand-count tens of thousands of ballots that will be cast in its March 3 gubernatorial primary, a monumental proposal that elections experts say is prone to inaccuracies and logistical issues. In other news, the annual mandatory Texas STAAR test for millions of public school students would be gone in two years under legislation sent to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk late Wednesday; the town of Fairview is pushing back on McKinney's expanding airport, creating a citizen's task force to draft a plan to minimize the project's potential harm to the environment, property values and the town's quality of life; and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints inched closer to breaking ground on its Fairview Texas Temple Tuesday after the Town Council voted to approve a parcel map for the divisive building, which has pitted the small Collin County town in a stand-off for nearly two years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Town Council have agreed best option for the Petersfield Pond Appeal for quality prizes for a Brain Tumour Research raffle The ladies came out in force for the first rugby training session of the season …and we have a roundup of local job opportunities. To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 4 September, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Town Council have agreed best option for the Petersfield Pond Appeal for quality prizes for a Brain Tumour Research raffle The ladies came out in force for the first rugby training session of the season …and we have a roundup of local job opportunities. To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 4 September, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Zoning Board of Appeals meeting conducted via Zoom Only on Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 5 PM. All three members of the Board were present. The transcript provides additional details on the short meeting. Quick recap:Mistake made with the vote to take the matter “under advisement”. The vote eas 2-1 which should have been successful. The Chair was looking for a 3-0, hence “it” failed. There was another vote in the prior meeting but that shouldn't have occurred.The first vote on the measure to grant the variance was tonight. Motion made. Friendly modification to round from 22.1 to 22. Accepted.Vote passes 3-0, Meeting adjourns after some additional remarks by the Chair in light of comments he heard when he viewed the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, Sep 3.The recording runs about 6 minutes, so let's listen in.--------------ZBA agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09042025-1895 Franklin TV YouTube for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ClJoJ3ue4w Transcript -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QEN2Q-hSSNyAo7KHEes-15wvuyEeWfVX/view?usp=drive_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 knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share, and show you what, and how we do what we doThrough 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"

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. All 9 members of the committee were present. Quick recap:In the first of 2 long updates, discussions, the Council ultimately approved the restoration of the 3rd ambulance by adjusting the expense budget by $114K, authorizing the hiring of 2 firefighter/paramedics, and including half of the anticipated ambulance revenue in the budget to balance for the $231,152 shortfall in State funding that came after the State finalized their budget in JulyIn the 2nd, key decision, the Council voted 7-2 to NOT accept a private donation to provide funding for the health & wellness nurse at the Senior Center. There are 2 actions out of this: one for the Town Administrator to find another way to fund and restore the position, and 2 - to draft a policy for the Town on donations and acceptable uses. As noted during the discussion, the School District has such a policy, the Town does notPer legal advice, the Town Council can not rescind the 40b approval vote for the 444 East Central development. Residents are encouraged to continue to participate in both the Zoning Board of Appeals and Conservation Commission meeting as the project moves through the process. There is no short cut to this long process.Franklin Ridge project is likely to put shovel in the ground before year end (a delay from what was announced earlier this year). In another year, the operator will begin outreach and info session for the resident application process. Federal income guidelines will be followed but 70% of the units to be prioritized for Franklin residentsAdditional items will be added to the recap with the publication of the meeting audio and also covered in the Town Council Quarterbacking session when shared in a couple of days.The recording runs about 3 hour & 15 minutes--------------Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-E1pOkLizKc Agenda doc can be found -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132025-1852 My full set of notes in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UPwTkHaZv3OVhfIpt5HqxFs-k7-sfa5S/view?usp=drive_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 knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough 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 @...

On this month's episode of This Ol' Dungeon, we are digesting Boot Hill's BH3, “Ballots and Bullets.” This adventure sets the PCs in the middle of the mining town, Promise City, where elections for Marshal, Mayor, and Town Council are about to take place. The PCs have 10 weeks to help their supported faction win these elections amid both fair and unfair practices and a lot of potential gun-play. The module itself is like many a political candidate, promising much…but does it deliver? We have a lot of fun talking about this one, and were given some great listener questions about making fantasy campaign games work as well as which board games we love to play.  At the end, we give out the information for being a part of our quiz-portion (Geek Credit) that we are trying to start back up. Basically, if you have a good multiple choice, geek-oriented question, you can send it to thisoldungeonquiz@gmail.com. if we use it on the show, you will get a shot at winning fantastic RPG prizes!  Thanks for listening folks, and we will catch you in September with a bit of Mechwarrior!

Petersfield Town Council agreed £15,000 for additional aeration equipment at The Heath Pond. This is include installation of 12 callbrated disc diffusers, connected via self sinking tubing to avoid disruption to fishing, boating or netting activities. Volunteer Senior Fishing Bailiff spoke at the meeting and said it will bring long term benefits. It will balance the pond and should prevent the blue green algae from blooming. Shine Radio's Julie Butler and new reporter Marcus Fairweather find out moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 13ú lá de mí Lúnasa, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1976 tháinig sé amach go raibh na praghsanna ag ardú dhá oiread is tapúla I gcomparáid leis an Bhreatain. I 1993 tháinig an Roinn Oideachais amach ag rá go raibh an rabhadh I gcoinne scrúdaithe chun dul isteach chuig scoil ag bogadh chuig scoileanna a raibh daoine ag íoc chun freastail ar. I 2002 tharla timpiste san Aonach Urmhumhan nuair a thit 10 míle volta ESB chuig an talamh. Bhí sé suite taobh amuigh de shiopa Gough, O'Keefe agus Naughton agus bhí péintéir ag maisiú an siopa ag an am. I 2003 bhí caingean dlí a bheith I ndán idir Comhairle Baile an tAonach Urmhumhan agus Comhairle Chontae Thiobraid Árann de bharr comhrá a bhí idir comhairleoir agus bainisteoir an chontae. Bhí na comhairleoir ag bagrach go raibh siad chun caingean dlí a bheith ann de bharr an cíos don Comhairle Baile ó shuíomh stadach. Sin Anastacia le I'm Outta Love – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 2000. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1992 chan Neil Diamond a chéad oíche ó 6 I Madison Square Garden I Nua Eabhrac. I 2007 tharraing Amy Winehouse amach as dhá cheolchoirm de The Rolling Stones sa Ghearmáin de bharr cloíteacht. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh Alfred Hitchcock sa Bhreatain I 1899 agus rugadh aisteoir Sebastian Stan sa Rómáin ar an lá seo I 1982 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sé. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 13th of August, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1976: It was reported that prices in Ireland were rising roughly twice as fast as in Britain. 1993: The Department of Education revealed last night that the move against entrance tests will extend to fee paying schools 2002 - A SERIOUS accident was averted in Nenagh, when a 10,000-volt ESB cable was knocked from its mounting and fell to the street below. The accident occurred when a mechanical hoist came in contact with the cable and knocked it to the ground. The hoist was located outside Gough, O'Keefe and Naughton's drapery shop and was being used by painters who were decorating the facade of the building at the time.   2003 - Legal action was looming between Nenagh Town Council and North Tipperary County Council following heated exchanges between councillors and the county manager. Councillors were threatening to take legal action over rent due to the Town Council from a halting site constructed by the County Council on a site at Dublin Road. Nenagh.  That was Anastacia with I'm Outta Love – the biggest song on this day in 2000 Onto music news on this day In 1992 Neil Diamond played the first of six sold-out nights at Madison Square Garden in New York. 2007 Amy Winehouse pulled out of two Rolling Stones gigs in Hamburg Germany citing exhaustion And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – Alfred Hitchcock was born in the UK in 1899 and actor Sebastian Stan was born in Romania on this day in 1982 and this is some of the stuff he has done. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Thursday, August 14, 2025. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of August 13, 2025.We focus on two questions:ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?Discussion items: PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONSa. Proclamation: John “Jay Bird” Simonsb. Proclamation: Saumy Jani & Andrew BairosAPPOINTMENTSa. Appointments and Reappointments of Town Board and Committee MembersLICENSE TRANSACTIONSa. Pledge of License of a Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant License: Santa Fe Burrito GrillLegislation for actionFY26 Budget Update - Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator Model B recommended by FinCom; passed 9-0Resolution 25-53: Acceptance of Gift to the Town of Franklin to Restore Part-Time Health and Wellness Nurse Position (Motion to Approve Resolution 25-53 - Majority Vote) failed by 7-2 vote; action to find a way to fund via another method; also to develop a policy for the Town on donations and how to be usedResolution 25-54: Approval of the Installation of a Sign on Public Property in Recognition of Nello P. Bassignani; passed 9-0Bylaw Amendment 25-942: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 170, Vehicles and Traffic - First Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 25-942 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote) moved to second by 9-0 voteResolution 25-55: Acceptance of Gifts - Senior Center ($1,571), Library ($970), Historical Museum ($90) (Motion to Approve Resolution 25-55 - Majority Vote); passed 9-0TOWN ADMINISTRATORS REPORTa. Franklin Ridge Senior Housing Complex Updateb. National Grid Smart Meter Announcementclosed with Executive Session on multiple itemsThe conversation runs about 38 minutes--------------Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-E1pOkLizKc Agenda doc can be found -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08132025-1852 My full set of notes in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UPwTkHaZv3OVhfIpt5HqxFs-k7-sfa5S/view?usp=drive_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 knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or

Audio recording of Frodsham Town Council Events Committee Meeting 3 held on Tuesday 5th August 2025

For the first time ever you can watch a Dunbracken show on Youtube, recorded in wonderful 4K quality:https://youtu.be/O8j4nqiRDekThe Live Show 1st Half - The Town Council hold the monthly town meeting, and we see many, many scenes all across Dunbracken.Featuring:Patrick Meier, Laura Conlon, Gerard Donnelly, Kieran Sands, Amelia Price, Niall McKenna, Jane McKeever, Marcus Keeley, Aaron Marshall, Eddie Goodwin, JR McCormick, Aidan Kelly, Debbie McCormack & Tiff Minson.Recorded on June 28th 2025, live from the Accidental Theatre, Belfast.

8/13/25: Amherst Town Council Pres Lynn Griesemer: follow the money. Hampshire County Sheriff Patrick Cahillane: drugs in our community. Prof Brian Adams w/ Karen Foster & Nicole Rochefort: All Out Adventures' upcoming Kayakathon. Filmmakers Larry Hott & Roger Sorkin: political films & the American Resilience Project.

This session shares the Finance Committee meeting very briefly conducted Monday, August 11, 2025. The Committee opened with 3 new members and the Chair absent, for his first time, so 8 of 9 present. One member was initially remote, then he came into Chambers so roll call votes were not required. The room had changed from the posted agenda so the Studio personnel were not present to broadcast as normal. The Owl was used to enable video and audio for those participating via Zoom. The recording of that can be processed for broadcast later by Franklin TV.Quick recap:After a lengthy presentation and discussion, the Committee voted to recommend Option B for the Town Council to discuss and determine their vote on the FY 2026 budget adjustment.The State budget finalized in July authorized $231,152 LESS than the Town had put in the budget and adjusted after the failed override.Option A would have split the difference in making further cuts to both Town and School budgetsOption B make some minor cuts but also by restoring 2 firefighter/paramedics is forecast to also bring in $249K in revenue to offset the adds and ‘balance' the budget againNote the numbers presented on the option B slide still net to an add of $18k to the budget (maybe that will get corrected before the Council meeting Wednesday)--------------Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08112025-1822 FY26 Budget Amendmentsa. Town Administrator Memo https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/6478/Town-Administrator-Memo b. FY26 Control Sheet Model A & B Comparison https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/6434/FY26-Control-Sheet-Model-A-and-B-Comparison c. FY26 Budget Voting Doc Model A & B Comparison https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/6433/FY26-Budget-Voting-Doc-A-and-B-Comparison d. Budget Voting Resolution Model A https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/6489/General-Fund-Appropriation-Transfers-and-Adjustments-Resolution-25-52---Option-A e. Budget Voting Resolution Model B https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/6492/General-Fund-Appropriation-Transfers-and-Adjustments-Resolution-25-52---Option-BMy notes for the meeting captured in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DkU4mNB3P894CmvRaaqTJQXWhFPhYdB6/view?usp=drive_link -------------We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (

Audio recording of Frodsham Town Council Amenities & Planning Committee Meeting 2 held on Monday 14th July 2025

Audio recording of Frodsham Town Council Meeting 2 held on Monday 28th July 2025

This session shares my conversation with Town Clerk Nancy Danello and Deputy Town Clerk Dyan Fitzgerald about the 2025 Biennial Election to be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Our conversation covers:Candidate nomination papers available as of August 4 during office hours in Clerk's OfficeAppointment requestedCandidate nomination papers due back by Sept 15Withdrawal if needed, completed by Sep 22Last day to register to vote is October 25Early voting schedule to be published laterOffice closed on Tuesday November 4 to run the election at Franklin High School gymnasiumNovember 4 election voting hours from 6 AM to 8 PMUnofficial results expected around 9 PMNovember election for a 2 year term of office for the Town Council and School Committee. For a 4 year term: Town Clerk, Planning Board, Board of Assessor, Board of HealthOur conversation recording runs about 25 minutes, so let's listen in --------------Town Clerk page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/333/Town-Clerk-Elections-DivisionNovember election timeline -> https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6245/Important-dates-to-remember- Seats up for election in November -> https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6240/Seats-Available -------------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 knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough 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"

This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Monday, July 28, 2025. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of July 23, 2025.We focus on two questions:ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?Discussion items: Fire Department - Swearing In of New Firefighter / Paramedic i. Jeffrey Wolcott, a backfill for an existing & funded positionAnnual Reappointments and New Appointments of Boards and Committees Members i. See “Committee Appointments” in packet for member namesABCC TransactionsNew Section 12 Restaurant All Alcoholic Beverages License and Approval of Xiao Xia Zhang as the Manager - Kojo Asian Fusion LLC d/b/a Kojo, Located at 28 East Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038.License Modification - Change of Location of a Section 15 Wine and Malt Beverages Package Store License: The Little Shop of Olive Oils Inc. d/b/a The Little Shop of Olive Oils,, Located at 5 Main St., Franklin, MA 02038Legislation for ActionResolution 25-27: FY26 Community Preservation Appropriation of Funds - Capital. Friendly 40bResolution 25-49: Franklin Town Council Support for Proposed GL Chapter 40B Affordable Housing Project at 202 Washington Street Pursuant to DHCD's Local Initiative Program (LIP)Residential Commercial Kitchensj. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 25-938: Residential Commercial Kitchens - A Zoning Bylaw to Amend Chapter 185, Section 3 of the Code of the Town of FranklinZoning Bylaw Amendment 25-939: Residential Commercial Kitchens - A Zoning Bylaw to Amend the Franklin Town Code at Chapter 185, Attachment 8, Use Regulations Schedule Part Vii: Accessory Uses - Referral to the Planning BoardNew Service FeeBylaw Amendment 25-940: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, Fees, Municipal Service, by Adding a New Service Fee: Residential Commercial Kitchen - First Reading. Moved to 2ndResolution 25-50: Adoption of Local Initiative Program “Friendly 40B” Policy, Motion to Amend, fails 4-5Motion to table and deliberate at a future meeting, Seconded. Nondebatable - Via roll call, passes 5-4 to be tabled for later date (Yes - Sheridan, Frongillo, Pellegri, Hamblen, Mercer; No - Cormier-Leger, Chandler, Jones, Dellorco)Crossing Neighborhood Zoning DistrictZoning Bylaw Amendment 25-929: Creation of the Crossing Neighborhood Zoning District - A Zoning Bylaw Amendment to the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 185, Section 4,Districts Enumerated - Referral to the Planning Board Motion to referral, second Next 6 votes all relate to this one, all 6 moved to Planning Board, to return to Council likely in SeptemberEV Charging StationsBylaw Amendment 25-936: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 73, Departmental Revolving Funds (EV Charging Stations) Bylaw Amendment 25–937: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82,Fees, Municipal Service (EV Charging Stations) Acceptance of GiftsResolution 25-51: Acceptance of Gifts - Senior Center ($1,646), Veterans' Services ($400), Fire Department ($1,025), Police Department ($1,000), Recreation (AED)TOWN ADMINISTRATORS REPORTResearch forthcoming on alcohol license handling. Options for other than the Council Local aid cut $231,000 from final State budget; Further pressure next year, Aug 11 Finance CmteRaeleen Gallivan has a new...

The chock full agenda for the only July meeting of the Franklin Town Council kept the group active until almost 11 PM (6 PM start).All 9 councilors participated initially. Councilor Frongillo recused himself during the Crossing Neighborhood discussion and did not return for the remainder of the session. Councilors Dellorco and Hamblen were commended twice by Chair Mercer for coming to the meeting in person (from their vacation) to allow the group to avoid roll call on every vote (not just the bylaw acceptance that requires it whether remote or not)The Franklin TV video for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Dc10zX_m3kThe agenda docs and supporting material -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232025-1829 -------------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 knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough 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"

In this episode of the Mount Pleasant Podcast, host Bill Macchio sits down with Mount Pleasant, SC Mayor Will Haynie, who is seeking a third term and continues to be driven by a strong desire to serve the community. His re-election bid has already garnered significant support, with five Town Council members endorsing his campaign. Understanding the unique structure of Mount Pleasant's local government is key to appreciating Mayor Haynie's role. Unlike the "Mayor Council" forms of government found in nearby Charleston, North Charleston, Goose Creek, and Holly Hill—where the mayor handles day-to-day staff operations, including hiring, firing, and budget presentation—Mount Pleasant operates under a "Council Form." Here, the Mayor collaborates closely with the Town Administrator, who manages the daily intricacies of town services, from waste collection to deploying police to curb speeding in different areas. Mayor Haynie's tenure has been guided by his "Palmetto Principal," a commitment to protecting, planning for, and restoring Mount Pleasant since his first day in office. A significant achievement under his leadership has been the strategic management of growth and development, which remains the town's top issue. Mount Pleasant successfully reduced its annual growth rate from approximately 14% to a more sustainable 2%, a deliberate effort to better manage the town's expansion. Don't forget to listen through to the end to hear other stories and details from Mayor Haynie as he talks about running for this third term as Mount Pleasant, South Carolina's Mayor.

Audio recording of Frodsham Town Council Events Committee Meeting held on Tuesday 1st July 2025

Councillor Chris page tells Mike Waddington he's very impressed with the response to the fire in Lavant Street. He commends the Emergency Services and Utility companies that attended speedily. And he also the staff at the Town Council and East Hants who offered help and he showed me some of the many messages he received from people who offered beds, rooms and an Air BnB flat (that was used by an evacuated family with two children). I spoke to a family whose mother had been safely evacuated but said a lot of damage had been done to the flat and was very upsetting for them. There was a Fire Officer there who was helping families like this retrieve belongings and making sure they had places to stay and Chris's help was asked for and he swung into action. There is a cordon on Lavant and Chapel Streets which means a number of businesses are closed. Structural engineers are to attend to survey the damage from the fire and the impact of the water necessarily used, so he area will be sealed off until then. Businesses close to the cordon are open; I spoke to Adam at Maia's Flowers who explained the effects for them. he also said business neighbours were in touch with each other and believed the damage to some was 'devastating.' The Petersfield Fire Service told me: "the team worked hard in challenging conditions. Incidents like these remind the public why we need a community run fire station, which ensures they get a fire appliance when they need it as early as possible." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Wednesday June 25th, the Town of Boone Council voted to adopt the Boone Next Comprehensive Plan. This document will drive future vision, development ordinances, transportation projects, and economic development strategy for years to come.On this week's Mind Your Business, we talk with Boone Mayor Tim Futrelle about the process that led to the approval of Boone Next. We also discuss what comes next as Town Council and staff work to begin to implement the priorities outlined in this plan. Stick around for the very end of the program for Mayor Futrelle's thoughts on the Town of Boone's FY26 budget, which was also approved by Town Council recently. Mind Your Business is written and produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. This podcast is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Catch the show each Thursday morning at 9AM on WATA (1450AM & 96.5FM) in Boone.Support the show

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 27, discussing town news and events. She discussed the council's hiring of Ted Voorhees as the new Town Manager, effective August 11. She also discussed Karen Stegman's final meeting on the Town Council, as she prepares to move to Carrboro. She also talked about money being issued from recent voter-approved bonds, and more. The post Chapel Hill: New Town Manager, Karen Stegeman’s Last Meeting, Bond Money appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

This session (1474) shares the Polco Community Survey results discussion during the Town Council Meeting of Wednesday, June 18, 2025. 8 of the members started the meeting in Council Chambers (1 arrived before the Executive Session started).This session (1473) shares “everything but” the Polco Community Survey results discussion of the Franklin (MA) Town Council on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. The meeting opens Chief McLaughlin's retirement announcementCitizen commentsElectric Youth performance & proclamationAppointments, Farmers license for La Cantina WineryLegislation for actionCouncil CommentsExecutive SessionApproval of contracts# 1474 = The survey discussion recording runs about 1 hour and 10 minutes# 1473 = The “everything but” survey discussion recording runs about 1.5 hours --------------The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/RpRNbG1tXVw?&t=188 Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182025-1788Community Survey Report -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/5956/8a-Polco-Survey-Final-ReportPresentation doc -> https://franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5945/Polco---The-NCS-Presentation-Franklin-MA-2025 Town presentation doc by Town Administrator Jamie Hellen -> https://franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5946/Town-of-Franklin---The-NCSPresentation All the details in the survey are posted on one Town page -> https://franklinma.gov/974/National-Community-SurveyMy complete set of notes captured during the meetinghttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1bUOaCgv7a1pv5MHGIqweTwmKy2MkAEjW/view?usp=drive_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 knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or

This session (1473) shares “everything but” the Polco Community Survey results discussion of the Franklin (MA) Town Council on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. 8 of the members started the meeting in Council Chambers (1 arrived before the Executive Session started). The meeting opens Chief McLaughlin's retirement announcementCitizen commentsElectric Youth performance & proclamationAppointments, Farmers license for La Cantina WineryLegislation for actionCouncil CommentsExecutive SessionApproval of contractsThis session (1474) shares the Polco Community Survey results discussion during the Town Council Meeting of Wednesday, June 18, 2025.#1473 = The “everything but” survey discussion recording runs about 1.5 hours #1474 = The survey discussion recording runs about 1 hour and 10 minutes--------------The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/RpRNbG1tXVw?&t=188 Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182025-1788Community Survey Report -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/5956/8a-Polco-Survey-Final-ReportPresentation doc -> https://franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5945/Polco---The-NCS-Presentation-Franklin-MA-2025 Town presentation doc by Town Administrator Jamie Hellen -> https://franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5946/Town-of-Franklin---The-NCSPresentation All the details in the survey are posted on one Town page -> https://franklinma.gov/974/National-Community-SurveyMy complete set of notes captured during the meetinghttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1bUOaCgv7a1pv5MHGIqweTwmKy2MkAEjW/view?usp=drive_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 knowAnd if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We'll share and show you what and how we do what we doThrough this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or

This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Friday, June 20, 2025. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of June 18, 2025.We focus on two questions:ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?Discussion items: Fire Chief McLaughlin reads his statement announcing his retirement on or before Oct 1, 2025. Electric Youth made their annual 'bon voyage' appearance to perform an a cappella number fittingly "Time of my Life" from the Dirty Dancing movieAppointment to the Council on Aging: Elizabeth Sawyer, approvedAppointment to the Disability Commission: Cheryl Fisher, approvedMotion made and approved to create the Franklin 250 Celebration CommitteeLa Cantina was approved for their Farmers Market licenseThe Community Survey results were released and explained. Results can be compared with over 500 communities. Good response rate, among the best at 20%, effectively a better representation of the sense of the community with the random sample selection. Paid via Federal grant money as a pilot program. No definitive timeline for a next survey. Likely a discussion later this year on what the results can be used forResolution 25-39: FY25 Budget Transfers. Balancing the books better before they close out June 30. Out of $150m budget balancing on $40k is amazingCouncil enters Executive Session shortly after to discuss contract negotiation. They returned approx. 15 minutes later to approve 7 motions certifying the contract with Town side bargaining units. All received the same 2.5% COLA that the School teachers agreed to, for a 3 year termThe conversation runs about 30 minutes--------------The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/RpRNbG1tXVw?&t=188 Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182025-1788 Community Survey resultsReport -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/5956/8a-Polco-Survey-Final-Report Presentation doc -> https://franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5945/Polco---The-NCS-Presentation-Franklin-MA-2025Town presentation doc by Town Administrator Jamie Hellen -> https://franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5946/Town-of-Franklin---The-NCSPresentationAll the details in the survey are posted on one Town page -> https://franklinma.gov/974/National-Community-SurveyMy complete set of notes captured during the meeting

Martin Smith replaces JC Chrissy on the Town Council. A Liberal Democrat, he works as a physio in the NHS (working in Borden). He tells Mike Waddington why he stood and why the Festival Hall development is something he’s interested in. He enjoys sport - liking golf, swimming, tennis and horse riding, but fears he won't have as much time with this public role and his job in the NHS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three of the seven seats on Mountain Village Town Council are up for election this June. Three of the seven candidates running join for a discussion on the issues facing the community and region. Guests include: Michael Kirn, Jonathan Greenspan, and Heather Knox. To hear from Alline Arguelles, Bradford Hewitt, Harvey Mogenson, and Huascar (Rick) Gomez, who are also running for council, tune in to "Off the Record" from June 10, 2025.

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 12, discussing town news and events. She discussed her experience at the Mexico vs. Turkiye soccer friendly at Kenan Stadium on Tuesday; she outlined the town council's meeting from earlier in the week, including a preview vote on the budget; she discussed Karen Stegman's legacy on the Town Council as she is set to depart later this month. She also previewed upcoming community events and more. The post Chapel Hill: Budget Vote, International Soccer, Karen Stegman appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

Three of the seven seats on Mountain Village Town Council are up for election this June. Four of the seven candidates running join for a discussion on the issues facing the community and region. Guests include: Alline Arguelles, Bradford Hewitt, Harvey Mogenson, and Huascar (Rick) Gomez. To hear from Michael Kirn, Jonathan Greenspan, and Heather Knox, who are also running for council, tune in to "Off the Record" on June 17, 2025.

Matt Crawford speaks with candidate for Lieutenant Governor of California Janelle Kellman about her career and political aspirations. As the Mayor of Sausalito, member of the Town Council, and across ten years serving on the Sausalito Planning Commission, Janelle solved many of the same challenges facing California today. Janelle looks to take action with economic policies that directly improve the affordability of living in our state - job creation, supporting small business, workforce development, and balancing California's budget - so all can continue to live in our great state!

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 5. She discussed the upcoming Mexico vs. Turkiye soccer friendly coming to Kenan Stadium on Tuesday, June 10. She talked about the impact on downtown, parking recommendations, and more. She also discussed the Town Council's budget meeting last night, with the budget on pace to be passed in the next couple of weeks. She updated the search for a new long-term Town Manager, with an announcement expected sometime soon. She also previewed upcoming community events including Gun Violence Awareness Day, and more. The post Chapel Hill: Mexico vs. Turkiye Soccer, Budget Updates, Town Manager Search appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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Alans next guest's story begins in County Clare, but it has wound its way to her becoming Mayor of the hometown of none other than William Shakespeare! Dani Hunter hails from Shannon but is now Mayor of Stratford-upon-Avon Town Council in the UK, the birthplace of the legendary playwright, and poet. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Shannon native, Mayor of Stratford-upon-Avon Town Council, Dani Hunter. Photo(C): ShotByJude.com

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 23, discussing town news and events. She discussed a couple of ribbon cuttings for park improvements, including new inclusive playground equipment at Baldwin Park. She discussed feedback received from the community at the Town Council's recent public hearing; the next steps on the Downtown Area Plan, and more. She also discussed upcoming community events including the Freight Train Blues Series. The post Carrboro: Park Improvements, Budget Public Hearing, Downtown Area Plan appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

After sunny, pleasant weather in the middle of the week, rain chances are returning to North Texas Thursday afternoon. Storms are also likely to develop in the afternoon along the Red River, moving south across the region during the late afternoon and evening. These storms have a 50% chance of developing in the Dallas area, bringing hail and damaging winds as their greatest threats. The threat of a tornado will be low but not zero. In other news, A deal on a sweeping plan to pump $8.5 billion to Texas public schools has been struck. A compromise between the Texas House and Senate will maintain the lower $55 per-student increase to the basic allotment but adds an additional $500 million for fixed costs to the plan; Dallas officials do not have a price tag for the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, and they won't have one until next year; Fairview residents have filed an appeal challenging the Town Council's approval of a permit allowing the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to build a temple in their town. The Town Council voted 5-2 April 30 to approve the permit for a temple with a 120-foot spire after a year of contentious debate, a threatened lawsuit and a previous denial of the church's permit request. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's newscast: Despite pushback and a split vote, Basalt's Town Council moved forward with a bold new fee on short-term rentals — one that could cost owners thousands each year; the X Games will return to Aspen for the 25th consecutive year in January 2026; and after a major gas spill on their land, the Southern Ute Tribe is demanding stronger action from the pipeline company responsible for the contamination. Tune in for these stories and more.

On this Special Episode of the Mormon Newscast, the battle for Fairview’s future isn’t over. On April 29th, the Fairview Town Council takes center stage as the LDS Church's controversial temple proposal moves from planning to politics. Will the Council uphold the town's building codes—or bend to pressure from one of the world's wealthiest religious… Read More »LDS Church v. Fairview Town Council: The Decision The post LDS Church v. Fairview Town Council: The Decision appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.

Our Main story tonight centers around Fairview, Texas, where the Planning Zoning Committee approved the LDS Temple with a bunch of provisions. And now its up to the Town Council — led by Mayor Henry Lessner — to vote on the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendations regarding the controversial proposed Mormon temple. After weeks of… Read More »Will the Mormon Temple Get Approved? – Showdown in Fairview The post Will the Mormon Temple Get Approved? – Showdown in Fairview appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 11, discussing town news and events. She talked about the recent Town Council work session, in which the looked at the budget big picture. She also discussed recent open streets events that closed Weaver Street to vehicle traffic, and talked about the long-term possibility of that becoming permanent. She also responded to the number and scope of bills introduced to the General Assembly, and more. The post Carrboro: Budget Talks, Weaver Street Reimagined, Response to General Assembly appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

Bronson Town Council Seat 1 incumbent Robert Partin and Seat 5 incumbent Tyler Voorhees discussed growth and issues in their April 1 election.

3/12/25: Amherst Town Council Pres Lynn Griesemer: layoffs in schools. Todd Gazda, Ed Collab Dir: the future of DEI. GCC Prof Brian Adams w/ Karen Foster, Ex. Dir, All Out Adventures: "The Polar Plunge." Rosie Caine & Cady Coleman play LIVE in studio -- Wild Irish Shenanigans

Host Pete Muldoon talks to newly-elected Town Council member Devon Viehman about housing, family needs in Jackson and some off-the-wall ideas about how to bring revenue into the community.

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On this episode of Mormonish Podcast, Rebecca and Landon discuss two letters sent to the town of Fairview Texas indicating that the church intends to sue the town over the proposed LDS temple.The church had made a statement last week that they still intended to submit an application to the town council that would then go to a vote in Planning & Zoning and Town Council.What does this new development mean for the town of Fairview? We'll try to get to the bottom of it all!***How to DONATE to Mormonish Podcast: If you would like to help financially support our podcast, you can DONATE to support Mormonish Podcast here: Mormonish Podcast is a 501(c) (3) https://donorbox.org/mormonish-podcast ****WE HAVE MERCH! **** If you'd like to purchase Mormonish Merch, you can visit our Merch store here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/mormonishmerch We appreciate our Mormonish viewers and listeners so much! Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to Mormonish Podcast! Contact Mormonish Podcast: mormonishpodcast@gmail.com #mormonish #lds #mormon #exmormon #postmormon #religion #news, #ldschurch #comeuntochrist #churchofjesuschrist #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #byu #byui #josephsmith #comefollowme #polygamy #bookofmormon #becauseofhim #hearhim #ldstemple

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