Saturday, July 22, 2023

Franklin, MA - Agenda for School Committee meeting - July 25 at 7 PM

Franklin School Committee 
July 25, 2023 - 7:00 PM
Municipal Building – Council Chambers 

Agenda
“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.”

Call to Order Ms. Spencer
Pledge of Allegiance 
Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business
A. Review of Agenda
B. Payment of Bills Mr. McNeill
C. Payroll Ms. Spencer
D. FHS Student Representative Comments
E. Superintendent’s Report
II. Guests/Presentations
A. none

III. Discussion/Action Items
A. Space Needs & Facilities Assessment Sub Committee
I recommend that the School Committee dissolve the Space Needs & Facilities Assessment Sub Committee as detailed  
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_a_-_dissolve_space_needs_committee.pdf
 
B. School Facilities Master Planning Subcommittee
I recommend that the School Committee establish a School Facilities Master Planning Subcommittee as detailed  
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_b_-_establish_master_plan_committee.pdf
IV. Discussion Only Items
A. none

V. Information Matters
A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your June 13, 2023 School Committee meeting as detailed.
B. Transfers
I recommend approval of the budget transfers as detailed.
C. Recurring NH Primary Field Trip
I recommend approval of the request to take FHS AP Government students to NH on February 12, 2024 for the Primary as detailed.
D. Oak Street Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $190.62 from the Oak Street PCC for Field Trips as detailed.
E. FHS Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,635.00 from the “Class of 1973” for supplemental supplies to offset Yearbook costs as detailed.
F. Parmenter Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totalling $592.46 from the Parmenter PCC for supplemental supplies as detailed.
G. Remington Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $4,695.00 from the Remington PCC for field trips as detailed.
H. Music Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,617.00 from music parents for in-house enrichment as detailed.
I. Districtwide Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $265.00 from BJ’s Wholesale Club for districtwide in-house enrichment as detailed.
VI. Good of the Order

VII. Citizen’s Comments

VIII. New Business
To discuss any future agenda items

VIII. Executive Session - to return to open session only for the purpose of adjourning
A. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, Section 21 (a) (3) for the purpose of discussing strategy as it relates to collective bargaining with the Franklin Cafeteria Union, as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Committee, as declared by the Chair.
X. Adjournment


Agenda doc ->

Document folder for this meeting ->

This Town Council Quarterbacking session condenses the 7/19/23 Council meeting from 3 hours to 40 minutes (audio)

FM #1024 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1024 in the series. 


This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer in our Town Council Quarterbacking session. This is one of the series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior night’s Town Council meeting. 


Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England, this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of July 19, 2023


  • ok, what just happened? 

  • What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?


We cover the following key topics


APPOINTMENTS

a. Agricultural Commission i. Nick Capoccia

b. Cultural District Committee i. Sue Cass ii. Patrick Conlan

c. Design Review Commission i. Amy Adams ii. Jim Bartro

d. Finance Committee i. Lauren Nagel

e. Franklin Cultural Council i. Carol Fletcher ii. John Ristaino

iii. Jean Wolf


Legislative Delegation visit: Senator Rebecca Rausch, Representative Jeffrey Roy


Bylaw Amendment 23-900R: Chapter 170, Vehicles and Traffic, Article IV, Stopping, Standing and Parking, §170-15 Parking Prohibitions and Limitations , D. Parking Prohibited, Downtown Parking Map Amendment - Second Reading  


Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

b.     Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-894: To Amend Chapter 185, Section 3 of the Code of the Town of Franklin to add Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Definition - Second Reading  


c. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-895R (As Further Revised): To Amend Chapter 185, Attachment 8, Use Regulations Schedule Part VII: Accessory Uses of the Franklin Town Code to Add Accessory Dwelling Residential Units - Second Reading


d. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 23-896: To Amend Chapter 185, Section 19 of the Code of the Town of Franklin to Add on Accessory Dwelling Unit Setbacks - Second Reading  


Resolution 23-45: Authorization for Intermunicipal Agreement with County of Norfolk for County of Norfolk to Provide Sealer of Weights and Measures Services to Town of Franklin  


Resolution 23-46: Acceptance of and Authorization for Town Administrator to Execute Conservation Restriction on Two Open Space Parcels at Brookview Condominium located off Pond Street 


Resolution 23-47: Gift Acceptance - Veterans’ Services Dept. ($600), Fire Dept. ($300)  


Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes. 


Our conversation runs about 42 minutes. Let’s listen to the Town Council Quarterbacking session recorded July 20, 2023.


Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1024-town-council-quarterbacking-07-20-23



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The agenda doc can also be found on the Town of Franklin page ->   

 https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/july_19_2023_tc_agenda.pdf


My notes in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nt4hKCkbmVavbV-XCPyr9d1lJTpsF3pK/view?usp=drive_link


Franklin TV meeting video ->   https://youtu.be/O8_1FbZyKJI


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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  


This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.


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The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.


I hope you enjoy!

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This Town Council Quarterbacking session condenses the 7/19/23 Council meeting from 3 hours to 40 minutes (audio)
This Town Council Quarterbacking session condenses the 7/19/23 Council meeting from 3 hours to 40 minutes (audio)

Jamie Barrett added to Birchwood Bakery schedule for Saturday, July 22 from 6 to 9 PM

"Just added! Saturday, July 22, 2023, from 6:00 - 9:00 PM at Birchwood Bakery + Kitchen in downtown Franklin, MA! 
Did you know that they now serve beer and wine, along with many other beverages, and all kinds of yummy food? 
I’ll be performing out on the patio! Weather looks like it’ll be perfect! C’mon out!!"

Shared from Jamie's Facebook posting -> 
https://www.facebook.com/663257343/posts/pfbid0WqQSD6EKcuXrrgq179kCh4DPgucLHg5ZJ2uSDiwcr2HtXF3b7EST6mvKGhQU64a4l/

Jamie Barrett added to Birchwood Bakery schedule for Saturday, July 22 from 6 to 9 PM
Jamie Barrett added to Birchwood Bakery schedule for Saturday, July 22 from 6 to 9 PM

FHS class of 1966 to celebrate 75th birthdays together in October

Via Janet Robinson's Facebook post 

"Mark your calendars. F.H.S. Class of 1966 classmates will celebrate our 75th birthdays on October 20, 2023 at the VFW in Franklin. A group email will be sent soon. 
Please pass party information on to fellow classmates you are in contact with who are not on Facebook. 
PM me to update your mail address you if do not receive the group invite. Looking forward to celebrating with you !"
https://www.facebook.com/groups/pantherpaw/permalink/6137531866355432/

FHS class of 1966 to celebrate 75th birthdays together in October
FHS class of 1966 to celebrate 75th birthdays together in October


Head's Up Franklinites! National Grid is going to be doing some tree trimming

Town of Franklin, MA (@TOFranklinMA) tweeted on Fri, Jul 21, 2023:
DPW Notice: North Eastern Tree will conduct preventative tree around National Grid's power lines over the next several months. 
Access a full list of streets scheduled for tree work here: https://t.co/VCVF0mOCV1 

Following is a list of streets scheduled to be included:
  • King St.
  • Lockewood Dr.
  • Wachusett St.
  • Susan's Way
  • Lawrence Dr.
  • Sandy Lane
  • Summer St.
  • Crocker Ave
  • Lewis St.
  • Cook St.
  • Hill AveEast Central St.
  • Glen Meadow Rd.
  • Squibnocket Rd.
  • Shawkemo Path
  • Woodchester Rd.
  • Marion St.
  • Florence St.
  • Uncas Brook Dr.
  • Uncas Pond Rd.
  • Old Birch St.
  • Jordan Rd.
National Grid is going to be doing some tree trimming
National Grid is going to be doing some tree trimming

Beyond hot takes: Reporting on a warming planet (audio)

Sabrina Shankman (@shankman) tweeted on Thu, Jul 20, 2023:
"It was such a pleasure to talk to @NewsLitProject about climate science, climate journalism, the difference between "global warming" and "climate change," and how this all got so politically charged to begin with."
Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/shankman/status/1682036999421841416

"NEW, timely podcast episode: We talked to @BostonGlobe climate reporter @shankman about reporting on a warming world. How does she effectively communicate about the science to the Globe's audience? Listen & subscribe where you get your podcasts or bit.ly/S3E7NLP"

 

Beyond hot takes: Reporting on a warming planet (audio)
Beyond hot takes: Reporting on a warming planet (audio)

Scammers impersonate delivery service support to rip off drivers and restaurants



Consumer Alerts from the Federal Trade Commission

By Larissa Bungo

You may have heard about food delivery services like DoorDash or Uber Eats: you order through a restaurant's website or a delivery service's mobile app and drivers deliver your food. We're hearing about a new scam targeting food delivery drivers and restaurants.

Read more ->  https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/07/scammers-impersonate-delivery-service-support-rip-drivers-and-restaurants



Scammers impersonate delivery service support to rip off drivers and restaurants
Scammers impersonate delivery service support to rip off drivers and restaurants

Friday, July 21, 2023

Franklin's Event Outlook: July 21, 2023 to July 27, 2023


Friday, July 21

1:00pm - Book Sale ($1/book) (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm - Rainforest Reptiles (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm - Franklin Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm - South 9 (food truck) (Franklin Town Common)

3:30pm - Kendo (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

6:00pm - Ayla Brown & Rob Bellamy (live music)  (La Cantina Winery)

6:00pm - Northeast Groove (live music) (Franklin Town Common)


Saturday, July 22

9:00am - Book sale ($1/book) (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:30am - Toe Jam Puppet Band (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm - Bag sale (books at $5/bag) (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm - Escape from the Rogue Planet (Registration req'd)

4:00pm - Patrick Durkin (live music) (La Cantina Winery)


Sunday, July 23

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)


Monday, July 24

10:00am - FSPA - Open House (Franklin School for Performing Arts - 38 Main St)

10:30am - Music at the Blissful Concert (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm - Comic Workshop for Kids with Maris Wicks (Franklin Public Library)


Tuesday, July 25

2:30pm - Rainbow Café (Franklin Senior Center)


Wednesday, July 26

1:00pm - Senior Scribblers (writing group) (monthly recording session at Franklin TV Studio)

5:30pm - Childhood 2.0 Movie Screening (Franklin Public Library)


Thursday, July 27

5:30pm - Comic Workshop with Maris Wicks (Franklin Public Library)

6:00pm - Open Mic Night (67 Degrees Brewery)

6:00pm - Charlie Rock (live music) (La Cantina Winery)



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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Find the full Community event calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events      https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26 


Franklin's Event Outlook: July 21, 2023 to July 27, 2023
Franklin's Event Outlook: July 21, 2023 to July 27, 2023