The school calendar for the 2012-13 school year.
The second page of the calendar contains the all important early release days
These calendar pages can also be found on the Schools website as follows:
School calendar for 2012-2013
http://franklindistrict.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinDistrict_SchoolCalDocs/12-13Calendar.pdf
Page 2 of the calendar showing the early release dates
http://franklindistrict.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinDistrict_SchoolCalDocs/Calendar2012-13Pg2.pdf
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Public Health Advisory
As posted on the Franklin, MA web page
David E. McKearney, R.S.
Public Health Director
Franklin Health Department
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has found additional mosquitoes infected with Eastern Equine Encephalitis in Braintree, Canton and Norwood. To date no EEE or WNV positive mosquitoes have been found in Franklin. As this unprecedented mosquito season continues, we again urge residents to take all steps necessary to prevent mosquito bites. Avoid outdoor activities during the peak hours of mosquito activity; generally between dawn and dusk. The use of a repellent containing up to 30% DEET, permethrin or picaridin provides protection against mosquitoes. Permethrin products should not be applied directly to the skin, but only used on clothing. We recommend that residents drain all standing water on their property. Birdbaths, buckets/pails, wheelbarrows and children’s inflatable pools all provide ideal breeding sites for mosquitoes.
The Norfolk County Mosquito Control Project has increased the frequency of vehicle-mounted spraying within the county, in an attempt to reduce mosquito populations.
Any resident wishing to have their property sprayed for mosquitoes may contact the Norfolk County Mosquito Control Project @ 781-762-3681.
The Franklin Health Department and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health will continue to closely monitor mosquito/virus activity in the county to ensure the residents are provided with up to date information.
If residents have any questions, you may contact the Franklin Health Department office @ 508-520-4905.
David E. McKearney, R.S.
Public Health Director
Franklin Health Department
Bakers compete in chocolate chip cookie showdown at St. Rocco's
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Dark chocolate chip and cherry, chocolate chip and cranberry, vanilla splash triple chocolate chip, banana oatmeal chocolate chip, even chocolate chip bacon pecan — bakers competing in this year's chocolate chip cookie contest Aug. 12 at the Feast of St. Rocco pulled out all the stops on the creativity side in hopes of earning bragging rights as the owner of the best chocolate chip cookie recipe in town.
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Friday, August 17, 2012
10th Norfolk Campaign - Stolle Singleton
The campaign signs are up and the primary coming up rapidly on Thursday, Sep 6. This is the last of a series to view the five campaign signs.
Stolle Singleton is one of three Republicans facing off in the primary.
For more on the Singleton campaign visit her web page http://www.votesingleton.com/
Related posts:
The primary is on a Thursday, yes - not a Tuesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/sep-6-primary-falls-on-thursday.html
The Republicans will face off in a debate on Tuesday, Aug 28th
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/08/10th-norfolk-republican-debate.html
Stolle Singleton is one of three Republicans facing off in the primary.
For more on the Singleton campaign visit her web page http://www.votesingleton.com/
Related posts:
The primary is on a Thursday, yes - not a Tuesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/sep-6-primary-falls-on-thursday.html
The Republicans will face off in a debate on Tuesday, Aug 28th
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/08/10th-norfolk-republican-debate.html
In the News: Open Meeting law, Sep 6 is Thursday
Interested in the ins and outs of the Open Meeting Law? The Attorney General's office will be hold four sessions this fall for public official, committee members and the general public. Registration details and schedule information contained in this link.
Open Meeting Law forums offered in the fall
Open Meeting Law forums offered in the fall
MassBudget: Health Care in the FY 2013 Budget
With the budget now largely in place, MassBudget is sharing a new report on planned Health Care spending for FY 2013. This includes the roughly $12.7 billion in funding for MassHealth and other programs that provide health care for low- and moderate-income Massachusetts residents.
In concert with that, we are also releasing a summary of the Health Reform initiatives in the FY 2012 supplemental budget which was enacted in July.
* These reports are part of a series of budget briefs published by the Massachusetts Medicaid Policy Institute (MMPI) and produced by the Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center in partnership with the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute.
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Thursday, August 16, 2012
10th Norfolk Campaign - Jeff Roy
The campaign signs are up and the primary coming up rapidly on Thursday, Sep 6. This is the fourth of a series to view the five campaign signs.
Jeff Roy is one of two Democrats facing off in the primary.
For more on the Roy campaign visit his web page http://jeffreyroy.com/
Related posts:
The primary is on a Thursday, yes - not a Tuesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/sep-6-primary-falls-on-thursday.html
The Democrats had their first debate on July 30. There is a follow up one scheduled for Medway on Aug 21.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/showed-just-how-closely-aligned-they.html
Jeff Roy is one of two Democrats facing off in the primary.
For more on the Roy campaign visit his web page http://jeffreyroy.com/
Related posts:
The primary is on a Thursday, yes - not a Tuesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/sep-6-primary-falls-on-thursday.html
The Democrats had their first debate on July 30. There is a follow up one scheduled for Medway on Aug 21.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/showed-just-how-closely-aligned-they.html
Do you have a question to ask the candidates?
Round two of the Democrat debate is coming up on Tuesday, Aug 21st. You did very well helping prepare the questions for the debate. If you listened to the debate, you would recognize that many of the questions were indeed asked and answered. If you have any questions remaining to ask, please use the form below to submit them. Alternatively, you can also send me an email.
I'll write up the questions you submit and I craft to post here before the debate. The questions are not as important as the answers. The answers are what should help the voters make a decision.
4th Norfolk Democrats debate - Round 2
The second debate between Peter Padula and Jeff Roy is scheduled for Medway on Aug 21st.
The first debate held on Monday, July 30 can be viewed online here
http://view.liveindexer.com/ViewIndexSessionSL.aspx?ecm=634806085517785000&indexSessionSKU=n0i8L3XRGsloBIb3aj/POA%3D%3D&siteSKU=L7qhQ46xin/r3Z0jcDVCNw%3D%3D
Democratic candidates for the 10th Norfolk District, Jeffrey Roy and Peter Padula, will hold a debate on Tuesday for August 21, 2012 at the Medway High School Auditorium located at 88 Summer Street, Medway. The debate will be from 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. and will be moderated by Mark Cerel.
The debate will be broadcast on cable television and the public is welcome to attend to meet the candidates.
The first debate held on Monday, July 30 can be viewed online here
http://view.liveindexer.com/ViewIndexSessionSL.aspx?ecm=634806085517785000&indexSessionSKU=n0i8L3XRGsloBIb3aj/POA%3D%3D&siteSKU=L7qhQ46xin/r3Z0jcDVCNw%3D%3D
MassBudget: The Minimum Wage and Job Creation
In a series of recent papers, MassBudget has found that:
Our new report, The Minimum Wage and Job Creation, finds no evidence that raising the minimum wage has impeded job growth in Massachusetts. Since 1995, Massachusetts has raised the minimum wage six times. And during that period, job growth has been stronger in industries with high concentrations of minimum wage workers than in industries with low concentrations of minimum wage workers.
The Minimum Wage and Job Creation considers not only recent changes in Massachusetts, but also the experience of other New England states and the most up to date economic studies.
See our EARLIER WORK ON THE MINIMUM WAGE, including an interactive chart that lets you compare various options for adjusting the minimum wage.
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Wednesday, August 15, 2012
10th Norfolk Campaign - Peter Padula
The campaign signs are up and the primary coming up rapidly on Thursday, Sep 6. This is the third of a series to view the five campaign signs.
Peter Padula is one of two Democrats facing off in the primary.
For more on the Padula campaign visit his web page http://padulaforrep.com/
Related posts:
The primary is on a Thursday, yes - not a Tuesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/sep-6-primary-falls-on-thursday.html
The Democrats had their first debate on July 30. There is a follow up one scheduled for Medway on Aug 21.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/showed-just-how-closely-aligned-they.html
Peter Padula is one of two Democrats facing off in the primary.
For more on the Padula campaign visit his web page http://padulaforrep.com/
Related posts:
The primary is on a Thursday, yes - not a Tuesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/sep-6-primary-falls-on-thursday.html
The Democrats had their first debate on July 30. There is a follow up one scheduled for Medway on Aug 21.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/showed-just-how-closely-aligned-they.html
Franklin Art Association to meet, Sept. 5
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via Wicked Local Franklin News RSS by GateHouse Media, Inc. on 8/14/12
The Franklin Art Association will begin its 2012-2013 season with a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 5, from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill St.Things you can do from here:
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012
10th Norfolk Campaign - John Jewell
The campaign signs are up and the primary coming up rapidly on Thursday, Sep 6. This is the second of a series to view the five campaign signs.
John Jewell is one of three Republicans facing off in the primary.
For more on the Jewell campaign visit his web page http://www.johnjewell.org/
Related posts:
The primary is on a Thursday, yes - not a Tuesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/sep-6-primary-falls-on-thursday.html
The Republicans will face off in a debate on Tuesday, Aug 28th
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/08/10th-norfolk-republican-debate.html
John Jewell is one of three Republicans facing off in the primary.
For more on the Jewell campaign visit his web page http://www.johnjewell.org/
Related posts:
The primary is on a Thursday, yes - not a Tuesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/sep-6-primary-falls-on-thursday.html
The Republicans will face off in a debate on Tuesday, Aug 28th
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/08/10th-norfolk-republican-debate.html
Franklin Police: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
If you tend to drink and drive, be even more careful as the Franklin Police are teaming up with other communities.
Franklin MOMS - Open House - Sep 6, 9:00 AM
The MOMS Club of Franklin invites Franklin mothers to attend their Open House on Thursday September 6, at 9:00 AM, at the Hockomock Area YMCA. The Y is located at 45 Forge Hill Road. The Y staff will provide games and entertainment for the children while Whole Foods of Bellingham makes a presentation on healthy eating habits for children. The Y's pool will be available for open swim after the event if weather permits. For additional information about the event, please contact Caitlin MacDonald at franklinnorthmoms@gmail.com.
Monday, August 13, 2012
10th Norfolk Campaign - Rich Eustis
The campaign signs are up and the primary coming up rapidly on Thursday, Sep 6. This is the first of a series to view the five campaign signs.
Rich Eustis is one of three Republicans facing off in the primary.
For more on the Eustis campaign visit his web page http://www.richeustis.com/
Related posts:
The primary is on a Thursday, yes - not a Tuesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/sep-6-primary-falls-on-thursday.html
The Republicans will face off in a debate on Tuesday, Aug 28th
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/08/10th-norfolk-republican-debate.html
Rich Eustis is one of three Republicans facing off in the primary.
For more on the Eustis campaign visit his web page http://www.richeustis.com/
Related posts:
The primary is on a Thursday, yes - not a Tuesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/07/sep-6-primary-falls-on-thursday.html
The Republicans will face off in a debate on Tuesday, Aug 28th
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/08/10th-norfolk-republican-debate.html
"a Town Council is like having Town Meeting twice a month"
The Milford Daily News reports on some area communities that have changed from a town meeting to a manager and elected council to govern.
Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x866123769/Officials-Change-led-to-greater-efficiency#ixzz23Px1QbT8
Franklin Town Administrator Jeffrey D. Nutting said many Bay State communities are still wrestling with "the never-ending debate over choosing between giving people a direct voice or governmental efficiency.''
Since revising its charter in 2010, Franklin is governed by nine Town Council members and an administrator whom they appoint.
"When communities debate this you always hear people's concern about losing their representative voices. The love of town meeting is an emotional issue. People say it's the purest form of democracy,'' he said. "But towns can't be run like they were 200 years ago. I just see the world is changing and I think this is the best way to deal with it.''
For Nutting, working in concert with Town Council has helped Franklin move quickly to offer businesses tax incentives to move to town, fine tune zoning changes and resolve unexpected problems.
Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x866123769/Officials-Change-led-to-greater-efficiency#ixzz23Px1QbT8
Franklin Public Library: Star Wars Symposium
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Sunday, August 12, 2012
Parmenter - Modular Units
Walked by the Parmenter School on Saturday to get pictures of the modular units before they get removed. According to the update at the School Committee meeting on Tuesday (8/7/12), the propane tank is scheduled to be removed first, then the units will come down. During the last week of August, the DPW will return the space below the modulars to useful land, seeding grass, etc.
What do the modulars look like?
From the outside, a walk around them produces the following views.
The tech department would probably not be happy to find that one of their computer cables was being used to hold the door open from time to time.
What do the modulars look like?
From the outside, a walk around them produces the following views.
The tech department would probably not be happy to find that one of their computer cables was being used to hold the door open from time to time.
Closing Day for St Rocco's
Today marks the closing of the Olympics in London and St Rocco's Festival here in Franklin.
Yes, the major reason for St Rocco's Festival is a fund raiser for St Mary's Church
Annual fun at St. Rocco's in Franklin
Yes, the major reason for St Rocco's Festival is a fund raiser for St Mary's Church
"considered high quality by all standards"
Towns with a higher bond rating are more likely to be able to pay off their loans, and as such are often given a lower rate of interest on their bonds.
"On smaller projects, a few (percentage) points isn’t going to matter too much," said Ballantine. "But if you’re building a high school, it can make a significant difference."
Much like there are three main credit bureaus for personal credit scores, there are three main bond rating agencies — Moody’s Investors Service, Standard and Poor’s, and Fitch Group.
Read more: http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x521655892/Despite-recession-area-municipal-bond-rates-in-good-shape#ixzz23KDAVE3B
Franklin has been able to maintain a very good bond rating with its overall budget management. This will be a major factor as the new high project goes out to bid for the bonds to finance the building. Of course, the timing for the actual construction bids will hopefully produce the lowest overall cost for the project as well.
Franklin is also aggressive in managing its debt to take advantage of the lowest ratings available. It was able to perform two refinancing exercises that substantially reduced the amount of interest that would be paid over the life of the bond. The most recent of these efforts was reported on during the FinCom meeting in April
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/04/live-reporting-fincom.html
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