Franklin (MA) Matters

This session of the radio show shares the Town Council meeting held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. All 9 members  of the Council participated in the Council Chambers. Quick recap:Proclamation: William “Ken” Norman - Ken was recognized with a Town proclamation and State House of Representative resolution for many years of service on the Board of Assessors (16 years) and many other committees.2024 Annual Alcohol License Renewals - all approved, 8 being held for payment and final inspection completionResolution 23-71: Town Council Approval of County ARPA Funds - Council approved application to Norfolk County for ARPA awards in the total amount of $1,359,000Police Dept - $559,000Sewer projects - $500,000Franklin Food Pantry - $100,000SAFE Coalition - $100,000YMCA Bernon Family Branch - $100,000ARPA Direct funds announced for$1M to reconstruct Baron Road$420,000 for replacement & construction of visitor bleachers at the high school fieldBylaw Amendment 23-902: A Bylaw to Amend t