Franklin (MA) Matters

This session of the radio show shares the Economic Development Subcommittee meeting held on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Chair: M Hamblen, C Frongillo, P Sheridan, G Jones (absent)Town Administration: J Hellen, B TabernerBrief recapThe previous sidewalk snow removal bylaw was repealed as unenforceable in 2017The sidewalks covered by the Town in their snow removal plan have not been updated in yearsSmall sections were discussed and proposed to add to the Town removal coverage (along 140 near the Westerly Apts., the East/West Streets neighborhood, the Alpine/Milliken neighborhood)Discussion on the parameters for clearing, when to have completed, etc. were reviewed, also the need for marketing and education to build a culture of "we can do this" and take care of the neighbors who are unable to do so.The Town staff will work on the revisions as discussed, basic text of the prior bylaw is a good start to work with, add the map (new areas), etc.Motion to adjournThe recording runs 57 minutes, so let’s listen to