Franklin (MA) Matters

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council Meeting of Wednesday, June 5, 2024.  It was a long (almost 4 hours) session.We look to focus on ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?Topics for this session:Electric Youth high point of sessionVerizon cable contract renewalFarmers Market licenses for La Cantina, Blisspoint MeaderyPublic Hearing on King St business zoning proposalMoved to second reading by 5-4 voteFinal approval requires 6 Yes votesFriendly 40b approved by 5-4 voteStill needs to work through the permit process, etc.Zoning bylaws referral to Planning Board3 measures regarding MBTA complianceMixed use zoning definitionEDC recommendation changed on parking minimumsStill to come back to Council for discussion & voteTA Emergency shelter updateNo town funds spent for anythingSchools reimbursed from State for their additional support costsThe recording runs about 4 hours, so let’s listen to Town Council meeting of June 5, 2024--------------