Coronavirus Information Portal (Updates Here!)
The Town of Franklin is keeping up to date with the latest information related to the novel Coronavirus as it becomes available. This site will be updated regularly with information from Local, State and Federal agencies. Please check back frequently.
March 27, 2020, Most recent update at 2:30 PM
CURRENT NEWS
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/covid-19_response_command_center_sitrep_03.26.20.pdf
Massachusetts Announces State Income Tax Filing Deadline Being Extended to July 15
Governor Baker orders schools and non-emergency childcare centers to close until May 4th. (March 25)
Baker-Polito Administration Announce COVID-19 Advisory Board (March 25)
Governor Baker issues closure of all non-essential business effective Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at noon.
List of Essential Businesses
TOWN OF FRANKLIN UPDATES
- Town Administrator Update: Closure of Facilities until May 4th (March 27) New
- Franklin Senior Center Update (March 27, 2020) Please find the attached memo of updates, resources, and support New
- Coronavirus Customer Service Updates Department by Department (Last updated March 27, 2020)
- Franklin Public Schools Coronavirus Updates Portal (Updated Regularly)
- Board of Health confirms the first COVID-19 case in Franklin (March 22, 2020)
- Trash and Recycling pickup will continue to be picked up on their normal schedule. The Beaver Street Recycling Center will be closed through May 4th. Curbside clothing recycling is canceled until further notice.
- All municipal parks and playgrounds will be CLOSED to the public. All Franklin Public School grounds and facilities are also closed to the public. Nature trails are OK to use.
- As of March 18, 2020, drive-through window service will be suspended.
- White dropbox - residents can drop off payments by check and money order only, census forms, etc. in the white dropbox (mailbox) located on the side of the municipal building.
- Permitting and Online Payments (property and real estate, water/sewer/trash, excise taxes) can also be found online:
Community Resources
The Town of Franklin recognizes the enormous impact the COVID-19 closures and restrictions are having on our community. Please find a variety of helpful resources below.
Unemployment Resources
- Business & Employee Support During COVID-19 Outbreak - Updated 3/26
- Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance
- Information on Unemployment & COVID-19
- Unemployment Application
- MEMA Resources & Guidance for Businesses
- Milford Regional Medical Center COVID-19 Screening Assessment & Hotline
- Franklin Food Pantry has updated its hours of operation and its processes. As of March 31, Franklin Food Pantry will ONLY be open on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30-12:30 pm AND 1:30-4:00 pm. Click for additional details.
- Hockomock YMCA assistance
- Citizen's Planning & Housing Association
- GATRA Critical service information and contacts
- Neighbor Brigade (Franklin Chapter)
- Project Bread can help callers with SNAP applications over the phone. The number is 800-645-8333 and they are open 8:00 am -7:00 pm, Mon-Fri and 10:00 am -2:00 pm on Saturdays throughout the crisis.
- Maintaining Emotional Health & Well-being During the COVID-19 Outbreak
- Protecting your Mental Health During the Outbreak
- Combating Isolation and Loneliness
- Managing Stress and Anxiety
- Coping with Fear and Stress during the COVID-19 Outbreak
- Mental Health Crisis Support
- Finding Trusted Information Sources and Avoiding Scams
- Multilingual Resources
- Stigma & Discrimination Prevention
Important Links & Best Practices
All employees and residents should read the CDC guidelines for personal hygiene and social distancing. These are the most important things any employee/resident can do to help stop the spread and transmission of the coronavirus (or any virus!).
- Massachusetts Department of Public Health
- Center for Disease Control (CDC)
- www.Mass211.org provides up-to-date information Massachusetts residents are urged to use 2-1-1 for information, resources, and referrals regarding COVID-19. Operators are staffing this hotline 24/7 and translators are available in multiple languages. Residents with questions can dial 2-1-1 from any landline or cellphone or use the live chat option on the Mass 211 website.
- Text alerts to stay informed. Text COVIDMA to 888-777
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Update from the ABCC - No On-Premises Alcohol Consumption
- Best Practices for Prevention and Treatment
- Information for Deaf & Hearing Impaired
- How to Stop the Spread of Germs (CDC Video)
- Workplace, School and Home Best Practices
- USDA Guidance regarding food safety
- What to do if you are sick (CDC)
- How to prevent COVID-19 with social distancing (CDC)
- Steps to prevent illness
- How to protect yourself
- Flattening the Curve Information from Sturdy Memorial Hospital
- State of Massachusetts Assemblage Guidance from Governor Baker (March 15th)
- Large gathering Information from the CDC (March 15th)
- How to clean your smartphone (and other computer hardware)
Prior Department Messages
- Messages from Superintendent Dr. Sara Ahern (March 8th, Feb 28th)
- Franklin Police Response to COVID-19 (March 13, 2020)
- Franklin Police Quick Reference Guide to COVID-19 response
- State Fire Marshall Update on Licensing & Inspections
- Council on Aging COVID1-19 update (March 16, 2020)
- Letter from Town Administrator, Jamie Hellen and the Superintendent of Schools, Sara Ahern regarding facilities closure (March 16, 2020)
- Letter from Town Administrator, Jamie Hellen and the Superintendent of Schools, Sara Ahern regarding Coronavirus
- A letter from the Superintendent of Schools, Sara Ahern Regarding Coronavirus and School closings
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