Franklin Matters: 2024-11-03

Saturday, November 9, 2024

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, November 9, 2024 ???

Saturday, November 9

7am Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)

9am Newcomers & Friends Annual Craft Fair (Tri-County RVTHS)

9am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

10am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10am Recycle Your Political Signs (Franklin Historical Museum)

10am Poetry & Conversation (Franklin Public Library)

11am Franklin LGBTQ Alliance Group Hike (DelCarte Open Space)

1pm Mickey Mouse Birthday Bash (Franklin Public Library)

2:30pm Chess Group (Franklin Public Library)

6pm Fundraising Gala (THE BLACK BOX)

7pm CANCELED - Chestnut St Review (First Universalist Society Franklin)

8pm Karaoke (Raillery Public House)

** NO Town Meetings today **

What's happening today in Franklin?

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Why are there multiple calendars?

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Library calendar of events -> calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/upcoming

The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

Getting Festive in Downtown Franklin - Saturday, Nov 23 at 8:30 AM

The Franklin Downtown Partnership and the Franklin Garden Club are joining forces to decorate the downtown for the holidays on Saturday, November 23 from 8:30 AM to 11 AM. The FHS Boys and Girls Hockey teams will be on hand to help install wreaths, bows and greenery.

The effort is organized by Eileen Mason, Franklin Garden Club member and FDP member. Please email Eileen Mason at emason4234@gmail.com to let her know you can help.

Students: if you have community service hours to satisfy, this is the perfect opportunity to earn your hours. You will get a note documenting your service.

Thank you to the Franklin DPW for their help in cleaning out the containers on the bridges and providing new potting soil.

“We’re a group of volunteers dedicated to making the downtown area festive during the holiday season,” Mason said. “The decorations make Franklin even more inviting to residents and visitors, and help draw people downtown to enjoy our local shops and restaurants.”

Stay up to date and follow the Franklin Downtown Partnership on Instagram and Facebook at:

Getting Festive in Downtown Franklin - Saturday, Nov 23 at 8:30 AM

The Franklin Downtown Partnership (FDP) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization made up of more than 350 business owners, residents, and community leaders working to revitalize downtown Franklin. Residents can join the Downtown Partnership for $25. The Partnership manages events like the Strawberry Stroll and the Harvest Festival, and initiatives such as spring beautification, streetscape design, greenspace, alley murals, and sculpture projects. For more information go to www.franklindowntownpartnership.org

Franklin, MA: Agenda for School Committee Meeting Tuesday, Nov 12, 204 at 7 PM

Franklin School Committee

November 12, 2024 - 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers

Call to Order Mr. Giguere

Organizational Meeting

Election of Chair
Election of Vice Chair

Pledge of Allegiance

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills TBD

C. Payroll TBD

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. Franklin Middle Schools Highlights

B. Reorganization Update Presentation

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. Policy - 2nd Reading/Adoption

I recommend adoption of the following policies as discussed:

● AC - Nondiscrimination

● ACAB - Harassment, Including Sexual Harassment

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 October 22, 2024 School Committee meeting as detailed.

B. FHS Gift

I recommend acceptance of $1050.00 from the Franklin Volleyball Boosters and Franklin Soccer Boosters for field trips as detailed.

C. Keller Gift

I recommend the acceptance of $2320.44 from the Keller PCC for field trips as detailed.

D. Remington Gift

I recommend the acceptance of $1000.00 from the Remington PCC for in-house enrichment as detailed.

E. Oak Street Gift

I recommend the acceptance of $2000.00 from the Oak Street PCC for field trips as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order

VIII. Citizen’s Comments

IX. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

X. Executive Session

A. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21, (2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective

bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel

XI. Adjournment

Agenda doc contains remote participation info

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/fps_meeting_1.pdf

Franklin, MA: Agenda for School Committee Meeting Tuesday, Nov 12, 204 at 7 PM

Chalkboard chat reviews the redistricting decisions (audio)

FM #1310 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1310 in the series.

This session shares my conversation with School Committee Chairperson Dave Callaghan. This is a new episode of our continuing “Chalkboard Chat” series. We had our discussion in person at the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Monday, November 4, 2024. We recapped the School Committee meeting of Oct 22, 2024.

We cover

Approval of the Davis Thayer exemption for the Redistricting approved at the earlier October meeting
The implementation work that now begins in earnest
The budget work continues with Joint Budget revelation of $3.7M shortfall

The recording runs about 30 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1310-chalkboard-chat-with-dave-callaghan-11-04-24/

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Contact info for Dave Callaghan -> callaghand@franklinps.net

School Committee Meeting

Agenda for Oct 22, 2024 session -> https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/4941932/SCAGENDA_10-22-24.pdf
Franklin TV video of session -> https://www.youtube.com/live/ff3Vn-2hi0g?si=0REBBEJdliJoXiyW&t=186
My notes for the SchCmte Mtg 10/08/24 in one PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F633bBHQYfntqvuKD_XocZBsiRQouF1j/view?usp=drive_link

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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.

How can you help?

If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

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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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Chalkboard chat gets inside the redistricting decisions (audio)

Playoff runs end for FHS volleyball & football (video) teams on Friday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Friday, November 8, 20

Football

Division 1 = #9 Franklin, 21 @ #8 Methuen, 35 – Final

1st Quarter: (F) Will Tirrell 4-yard rush, Owen Essam XP good.

2nd Quarter: (M) Shane Eason 1-yard rush, XP good; (M) S. Eason 8-yard rush, XP good; (F) Cole Sidwell 42-yard rush, O. Essam XP good; (M) S. Eason 1-yard rush, XP good.

3rd Quarter: No scoring.

4th Quarter: (M) S. Eason 16-yard rush, XP good; (M) S. Eason 5-yard rush, XP good; (F) Justin Bianchetto 8-yard pass to Stephon Reed, O. Essam XP good.

Franklin TV broadcast available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ujKhg7uimU

Volleyball

Division 1 = #9 Franklin, 0 @ #1 Newton North, 3 – Final

– Franklin pushed top-seeded Newton North to the limit but ultimately fell 3-0 (22-25, 22-25, 17-25). The Panthers were busy defensively with 20 digs from Makayla Kuykendall (eight kills), 17 digs from Faith Edgehille, and 11 digs from Brooke Daniels (20 assists). Junior Olivia Alberti was strong at the net with seven kills and six blocks.

For other results around the Hockomock League -> (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-11-08-24/

Playoff runs end for FHS volleyball & football (video) teams on Friday

Board of Health approves new agreement, hears of coat drive, supports Norwood Hospital (audio)

FM #1309 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1309 the series.

This session of the radio show shares the Town of Franklin Board of Health Meeting held on Wednesday, Nov 6, 2024. The meeting agenda listed it being conducted via Google meet and with no location shown, it was assumed to be virtual. However, the Board and Health Dept members apparently were present together.

Quick Recap:

Vote on IMA for the Public Health Excellence for Shared Services Grant, discussion that the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) previously used is being replaced State documentation (IMA) with an advisory board, C Liberty is asking board to approve, confident of it being good to go, Town Administrator and others have concurred in changes. So moved, pass 3-0 via roll
Blood pressure kits being set up for Library of Things as part of American Heart Assoc program, coordinating support, including an Ask the Nurse evening monthly for folks to confirm the basics. First library in MA to do this, coordinate with Senior Ctr nurse also
Community coat drive, homelessness advertorial for Nov. Milford has been doing a drive the past 20 years. Partnering with FUMC, drop off at Y, Church, or fire station. Coat giveaway on Dec 14th, From 10 AM to 2 PM
Inspector out doing one at this time so not participating in this session Nurse update: did get more COVID test kits at Senior Ctr. Only 2 flu cases this far, it hits differently every season. Central Park terrace part of regular activities. Exhibit at Senior Expo. Kids flu clinic held, left over vaccines used via house visits
Norwood hospital support memo discussed, to be drafted and then signed by Board members individually

Motion to adjourn, second passes via 3-0

The meeting runs about 22 minutes. Let’s listen to the Board of Health meeting Nov 6, 2024. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1310-chalkboard-chat-11-04-24/

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The Board of Health agenda can be found ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/11-6-24.pdf

My notes collected in a Twitter thread PDF ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-45Dt7pUp8ebdcsV5UUopzVxEgOTiPkk/view?usp=drive_link

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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.

How can you help?

If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Town of Franklin Board of Health meeting agenda for scheduled session Nov 6 at 5 PM (virtual)

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Update for the Week of November 11

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project

BSI Construction Update for the Week of November 11th!

Thank you to all the Veterans for your service!

Monday (11/11) - Wednesday (11/13): Beaver Street from RT. 140 (West Central Street) to the Franklin Recreation Center will be closed, see interactive map for location.
The road closure will be from 7am to 4pm, Monday thru Wednesday.

Those needing to access the businesses/properties and the Recycling Center located on that section of Beaver Street will be detoured over to Grove Street. Starting Monday 11/11, those needing access to Franklin Glass and the Franklin Recreation Center will enter Beaver Street via Rt. 140. Please follow all posted detour signs and be prepared for delays. Note that all businesses on Beaver Street remain open and accessible, please follow posted signs for access.

On Thursday 11/14 and Friday 11/15, the Construction Crew will be on Rt. 140 in front of Dunkin' Donuts. A single lane closure will be in place between 7am to 4pm.

Also on Friday 11/15, the Construction Crew will be in front of 664 Old West Central. Old West Central/Pond Street will be closed starting at Rolling Ridge to where Old West Central and Pond Street meet. The detour via Hilltop and Rolling Ridge will be in place. Please use caution in this area and follow the posted speed limit signs.

At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with concrete form placement and rebar tying for the pump station foundation walls.

Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Update for the Week of November 11

We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.

BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov

Dean College unveil new advanced scientific equipment and facilities

new advanced scientific equipment and facilities

Dean College is excited to unveil new advanced scientific equipment and facilities thanks to generous grants from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center and the George I. Alden Trust.

Learn more about the upgrades: https://t.co/pLk1wmTQu9

Shared from -> https://t.co/WEbZz7QEDm

Concerts on the Common presents Santa & Mrs. Claus Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 4 PM

Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 4 PM

It’s that time of year to mark your calendars again!

Santa on the Common is Dec 1, 2024 this is the Sunday after Thanksgiving.

Santa and Mrs. Clause will arrive by fire truck, Jingles the Elf and DJ Mike will entertain while you wait.

We have also added Venmo for donations this year! Don’t forget to bring your letters to Santa with your address so you can get return letter. Can’t wait to see you all…..

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1B3Z9BhSWi/

Rearrange beliefs or rearrange universe ??

Passing the thanks along to Tamsen Webster who in turn, thanked Scott Monty for this quote:

Rearrange beliefs or rearrange universe ??

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DCCZxCKOsKP/

Did you get tickets for the Unique Pebble Art Class at La Cantina ??

via La Cantina Winery:

Join Us for a Unique Pebble Art Class
Unique Pebble Art Class at La Cantina

Create your own masterpiece using natural treasures from New England shores — think beautiful sea glass, driftwood, and more! This class is a perfect way to make a one-of-a-kind holiday gift or simply enjoy a creative night with friends.

📅 When: November 20th 6:00PM
📍 Where: La Cantina Winery

Spaces are limited! Reserve your spot and make something truly special. 🖼️🍷 https://lacantinawinery.square.site/