Franklin (MA) Matters

This session of the radio show shares a special year end episode combining "Talk Franklin'' with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen, Deputy Administrator Amy Frigulietti and “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Thursday, December 21, 2023.  Topics for this sessionProclamation: 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 recons