Saturday, September 12, 2020

Town Clerk Teresa Burr resigns effective 9/18/20

 September 11, 2020

Thomas D. Mercer, Chair 
Town Council
355 East Central Street 
Franklin, MA 02138


Dear Mr. Chairman:

I am writing to inform you that I will be resigning my position as Franklin's Town Clerk, effective Friday, September 18, 2020.

I am resigning to re-establish confidence with the voters of this community in their elections. After the events of the past three months, this election season has been the most challenging election cycle in my career. I fully support our Town Clerk office staff and election workers to take my place and lead this community through future elections.

I want to assure every resident that my performance over the past few months for this election was not intentional, nor have I ever conspired to deprive any voter of their ability to cast a ballot and have that ballot counted as part of an election. Any oversights that I made during this election cycle are due to the many challenges this election has brought upon myself. I believe it is in the best interest of the community to have a new leadership team in place.

I thank the Town Council, town staff and citizens of this community for their support through the years. I will always cherish the opportunity you gave me for the previous 5 years to serve as your Town Clerk.

Sincerely,

Teresa M. Burr

Cc: Jamie Hellen, Town Administrator

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Today I received a letter of resignation from Town Clerk Teresa Burr. On behalf of the entire Town Council, I want to thank Teresa for her many successful years of dedicated service to the town. I fully support her personal decision to step aside and for the reasons stated. I wish her and her family all of the best in the future.

I want to assure the voters of Franklin that our current Town Clerk office staff, in conjunction with assistance from the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s team, will conduct a flawless election in November and beyond. While the events of the past two weeks have certainly caused some concern in town, I am confident in the ability of the Town Clerk office staff, our election workers, and collective town staff to support them as they work tirelessly toward November.

Thomas D. Mercer, 

Chair Franklin Town Council

Town Clerk Teresa Burr resigns effective 9/18/20
Town Clerk Teresa Burr resigns effective 9/18/20

PDF copy of Teresa Burr's letter 

Franklin Cultural District Partners' Meeting - Monday - Sep 14

Dear Cultural District Partners,

Below, please find  reminder information about the Cultural District Partners Meeting, scheduled for Monday, September 14th  at 7:00 PM. 

Attached you will find the agenda for the meeting. Please join us via Zoom. Our speaker for the meeting is Anne Marie Tracey, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the Town of Franklin/Franklin Schools.

Cultural District Partners Meeting 
Monday, September 14, 2020 ⋅7:00 – 8:30 pm 
Meeting ID: 824 8011 6280  

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Dial by your location +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) 
Meeting ID: 824 8011 6280
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kclpB6JDSu  

If you have any questions, please respond to this email.

Hope to see you all on Monday.

Regards,

Nancy
___________________________________________

Nancy Schoen
Chair, Franklin Cultural District

Agenda document

Franklin Cultural District Partners' Meeting - Monday - Sep 14
Franklin Cultural District Partners' Meeting - Monday - Sep 14 


Senior Center: Email Blast - 9/11/20

Hello Everyone!

Wishing all you Grandparents a very happy Grandparent's Day on September 13th!


Eighteen countries, in addition to the United States, celebrate some form of Grandparents Day as of 2020.  In 1969, a young boy wanted the nation to share his love and appreciation for his grandparents. Nine-year-old Russell Capper decided to take his dream straight to the top and wrote to the president at the time, Richard Nixon. He asked if there could be a special day just for the celebration of grandparents and for that day to be recognized as a national holiday.


Staying Connected

Link to the Senior Center - https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc

Link to the Senior Center Calendar -https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/day/2020-07-07

Link to Franklin Matters - https://www.franklinmatters.org/

Link to the Town's webpage - https://www.franklinma.gov/


*Schedule of Events is located at the bottom of this email.


Tips

Incorporating meditation into your bedtime routine is a great way to quiet your mind and relax your body to prepare for sleep. In fact, even leading sleep experts advocate the benefits of this practice for both reducing the amount of time it takes to fall asleep and improving the quality of sleep.  Enjoy these options for deep relaxation for sleep.

https://youtu.be/Uw3h_WNngYk Or https://youtu.be/vvldC6mzLvA 


Balance exercises with Cindy

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/74450200076606476/ 


Music

Choirs got talent - a compilation of some of the best choirs performing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYh7Ax5IaaY


D-Day Darlings - We'll meet again

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sThuGZcEtuU


Luciano Pavarotti and James Brown - Duet, "It's a Man's Man's Man's World"  WOW!!

https://youtu.be/GaB9F3R9cIY


Just for Fun

Felix Semper - Mind bending paper sculptures

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvGbmyzxXVc 

 

Virtual hike through the Redwood Forest

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOEGIGx8rr4

 

Stairway to heaven in Austria - Would you do this?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLZx0IfwU9g 


7 most wonderful Natural phenomena 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwBGvYpFStE&t=398s 

 

Hand clapping skit

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDvIo_LRIZ4 


Humor

Jeanne Robertson - What part of the South are you from?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1NvnDduZCs


Fred Klett - Women know things men don't

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntvyMfRPKBM 


Kindness Matters

Train passengers sing Under the Rainbow.  Would you join in if you were on the train?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xctzp0dp9uc


A dying Puppy's rags to riches story

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hecedoRF_nY 


Queen's Guard making a 5 year old's wish come true

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=argh8anOJQA 


Attached you will find:

  1. An apple a day activity page, word search and coloring page https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SigB9bl85jf8xiNdwoKU30DPBcqwMthQ/view?usp=sharing

  2. Paint by number cowboy https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mUzFFzQ1ofG3lkjZA8q4to9dJvDyXvcm/view?usp=sharing

  3. Crossword puzzle - homemade bread https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aYxq51g1e1RDehZNbLpJxzT0-iDTCZlS/view?usp=sharing



Happenings in September

  • September 18th - Karen Alves's Retirement party

  • Every Tuesday at 5:30 pm Join us for Quarantini time.  A fun social hour filled with friendly discussions.  Bring your favorite beverage, sit back and chat. Email adoggett@franklinma.gov for the zoom link to attend.

  • Memory Cafe - Sept. 14 & 21 at 2pm and Sept. 30th at 11am.

  • Curbside Cafe - Open M-F for curbside pick up lunches.  (call ahead or order online)

  • WED., SEPT 9: PRINCESS DIANA DOCUMENTARY at 1:00 p.m. on Zoom. Diana: In her Own Words will be presented on Zoom and you can watch from home! To join, email: adoggett@franklinma.gov 

  • MON., SEPT 14 at 11am: PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB discusses Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen -email: judymurphy @verizon.net to attend

  • TUES., SEPT 15: 50+ JOB SEEKERS NETWORKING presents: SELF-ASSESSMENT, CAREER PATHWAYS & AGEISM at 10:00 a.m., on Zoom. To register, go to: susan@sdkelly.com 

  • THURS., SEPT 17: SENIOR COFFEE HOUR WITH LOCAL & STATE OFFICIALS at 8:30 a.m. on Zoom. State Rep. Jeff Roy, Town Council members and T.A., Jamie Hellen will be available. To join, email: adoggett@franklinma.gov 

  • Tues. Sept. 22nd at 10am (note date change)- TALK FRANKLIN MATTERS with our favorite Franklinite, Steve Sherlock. Discuss Franklin and what is going on in our town. Via zoom, email adoggett@franklinma.gov for the link to attend. 

  • WED., SEPT. 23: MY LIFE, MY HEALTH Chronic Disease Self Management at 1:00 p.m., on Zoom

  • TUES., SEPT 29: 50+ JOB SEEKERS NETWORKING presents: TURN YOUR RESUME INTO A MARKETING TOOL at 10am email susan@sdkelly.com 

  • WED., SEPT 30: POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY with NURSE TRISH at 1:00 p.m. Positive emotions are linked with better health, longer life and greater well being. Learn ways to become more positive! This discussion will take place out-doors at the Center. Space is limited, call to sign up.


SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES:


MONDAYS:

BOREDOM BAG PICKUP: We can send you games, books, puzzles, dvds, embroidery kits, yarn or fabric!

TELE-BINGO on Mondays and Thursdays at 1:00 p.m., starts Sept. 14, by conference call. We will send you what you need to play Bingo over the phone. Prizes can be picked up or mailed to you. Conference call-in number is: 508-208-8603. Just call to sign up.

TUESDAYS:

CHAIR EXERCISE with Judith at 10:00 a.m. on Zoom. Email: judivperez@gmail.com 

CARDIO, STRENGTH & BALANCE CLASS with Judith at 11:00 a.m. on ZOOM. Email: judivperez@gmail.com 

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP (Conference Call) 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. Call the Senior Center for details to attend.

AUDIO BOOK CLUB (Conference Call) at 1:00 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Email mgunderson@franklinma.gov  or call the Senior Center to attend

QUARANTINI HOUR at 5:30 p.m. with Ariel on Zoom. Email: adoggett@franklinma.gov 

WEDNESDAYS:

BLOOD PRESSURE & SUGAR TESTING with Nurse Trish by appointment only.

ZUMBA GOLD with Judith at 11:00 a.m. on Zoom. Email: judivperez@gmail.com 

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTION & DONATIONS at 1:30 p.m. Please call to arrange pickup/drop off.

FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. Call for more info.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom. Link to Caregivers guide https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-senior-center-and-council-aging/pages/companion-caregivers-respite 

THURSDAYS:

CHAIR EXERCISE with Judith at 10:00 a.m. on Zoom. Email: judivperez@gmail.com 

CARDIO, STRENGTH & BALANCE CLASS at 11:00 a.m. on Zoom. Email: judivperez@gmail.com 

CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP at 10:00 a.m on Zoom. Email Matt Rovendro at:

mrovedro@yahoo.com 

FRIDAYS:

TOPS (TAKING OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS at 12:30

p.m., via Zoom. The group provides support and encouragement. Join us by emailing: pat-amour@yahoo.com


Metrowest Memory Cafe schedule  We are excited to be able to bring you a Memory Cafe EVERY MONDAY starting Sept. 14th! What better way to start off your week then with friendship and music!


  • Monday Sept. 14th at 2pm - "Time Out Cafe" hosted by Better Day - email adoggett@franklinma.gov for the link to attend. 


  • Monday Sept. 21st at 2pm - "Grateful Moments Cafe" hosted by Right At Home Boston metro West and Seniors Helping Seniors  - email adoggett@franklinma.gov for the link to attend. Sing along to your favorite 70s songs!


Musician Pam Steinfeld recreates the age of the singer/songwriter.  She brings the songs of James Taylor, Carole King, Carly Simon, Eagles, etc. to life - on guitar, piano, and vocals.  An award-winning singer/songwriter herself, Pam peppers the show with anecdotes about the artists, songwriters, and often lyrical meaning behind the songs.  Come join the party!


  • Wednesday Sept. 30th at 11am - Memory Cafe hosted by Franklin Senior Center.  Featuring the engaging, toe tapping, get up and dance, sing along with us music of Howie Newman.  Email adoggett@franklinma.gov for the link to attend ALL memory cafes if you aren't already on the list. (date changed due to Yom Kippur)


Love, virtual hugs and good health to you all!  We are still here for you!  Please feel free to email Donna and I with questions, concerns or just to check in!

Ariel & Donna


Please feel free to share this email with anyone you think might enjoy it.  If you want me to add someone to the email blast list just send me a message with their email in it. 


REMEMBER:

When searching for information about the Coronavirus, COVID-19 please use caution!  Unfortunately there are many false sites that contain viruses and malware that can threaten your computer.  Many look like real sites.  Your best bet is to go directly to the CDC, WHO or your local government page (links below).   

https://www.cdc.gov/ 

https://www.who.int/

https://www.franklinma.gov/home/urgent-alerts/coronavirus-information-portal-updates-here


MEMORY CAFE!

For those of you who attend our Memory Cafe events I invite you to learn more about attending a VIRTUAL Memory Cafe through Zoom!  There are many options to choose from.

https://www.memorycafedirectory.com/cafe-connect/



--
Ariel Doggett

Virtual Program Coordinator
Respite Coordinator

"We rise by lifting others" - Robert Ingersoll
There is no act of kindness too small

Senior Center: Email Blast - 9/11/20
Senior Center: Email Blast - 9/11/20


FHS Principal Hanna - Video Update - 9/11/20

FHS Principal Josh Hanna provides an update and responds to questions submitted since last week.

Link to video on YouTube  https://youtu.be/0zUWWFv3OQQ

Senior Center: Coffee Hour with Town Officials and Rep Roy - Sep 17

Attention Seniors! Please join us for a Coffee Hour on Thursday, Sep 17 at 8:30 AM! The Zoom links are found below.  This is a great opportunity to connect with local and state officials!

State Rep Jeff Roy, Town Administrator Jamie Hellen, and members of the Town Council. 

Topic: Senior office hours with Franklin officials
Time: Sep 17, 2020 08:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
 


Meeting ID: 840 4586 3217; Passcode: 335355
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Senior Center: Coffee Hour with Town Officials and Rep Roy - Sep 17
Senior Center: Coffee Hour with Town Officials and Rep Roy - Sep 17

In-Person Credit Card Payments Accepted at The Recycling Center!

 Effective today, 9/11/20, in-person credit card payments are accepted at the Recycling Center to purchase a FY'21 Recycling Center permit and pay any additional required fees.
No cash or checks will be accepted.


Please adhere to social distancing guidelines.

*Note: Additional fees and Recycling Center permits may still be purchased online through the Viewpoint Payment portal or by calling the DPW Administration office during regular office hours 
(508) 553-5500 or
(508) 520-4910.
Full information can be found here

 https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/three-ways-purchase-your-fy21-recycling-center-permit-pay-additional-fees
 

In-Person Credit Card Payments Accepted at The Recycling Center!
In-Person Credit Card Payments Accepted at The Recycling Center!

 

You can help to decorate Downtown for Fall 🍁

You can help to decorate Downtown for Fall
Attention Businesses: FDP Decorating Committee Needs Help to Make Franklin Look Great this Fall
We are encouraging businesses to decorate by September 20 to help celebrate the season.

Here are a few ideas and suggestions: Decorate the storefronts and windows with your brand and complement the decor with items that are reflective of the autumn season. If possible, include some decorative lighting, perhaps a string of white or clear lights. 



Fall Decorations - Buy Local
We recommend purchasing your autumn mums and decorations locally and supporting other Franklin businesses.

Franklin Agway has the following selection:
8" mums $6.99
12" Mums $24.99
5" Cabbage and peppers asters $5.99
Corn stalks $4
Straw bale $13

Hillside Nurseries and Fairmount Farm also have great selections.


Keep It Local - Support Franklin Businesses
before shopping anywhere else!


Volunteers Needed to Help Decorate Downtown Franklin
to help plant mums on Wed., Sept. 16 at 2 p.m. Contact Eileen Mason or Roberta Trahan if you can volunteer.


Holiday Happenings Coming Soon
Contact the FDP office if you are interested in being a sponsor.
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