Santa and Mrs. Claus at Franklin Police Station - Dec 8 |
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Thursday, December 5, 2024
Santa and Mrs. Claus at Franklin Police Station - Dec 8
Friday, November 29, 2024
You can help "Fill the Cruiser" today at BJs, Marshalls, & Raillery - Nov 29 from 9 AM to 3 PM
You can help "Fill the Cruiser" |
Thursday, November 28, 2024
Job Opportunities with the Town of Franklin in Fire Dept, Public Works, Police Dept & Assessors
Firefighter/Paramedic - Franklin Fire Department
Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works
Crew Leader / Lead Pesticide Applicator (Tuesday - Saturday) - Department of Public Works
Patrol Officer (academy trained) - Franklin Police Department
Appraiser - Board of Assessors
Updated 11/26/2024
If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.
Job Opportunities with the Town of Franklin in Fire Dept, Public Works, Police Dept & Assessors |
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Franklin Police Department welcomes Steve DeJoie
FPD welcomes Steve DeJoie |
"Please welcome Steve DeJoie to the Franklin Police Department! Officer DeJoie is not new to the Franklin area.
For the past decade Officer DeJoie has worked in various public safety roles including most recently as a Lieutenant with the Dean College Campus Police Department. He also previously worked for the Stonehill College Police Department and as a Special Police Officer for the Town of Wrentham.
Officer DeJoie is currently assigned to the Field Training Program but will join patrol once he’s up and running."
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Reminder & Updated Location Listing: Community Winter Coat Drive now through Dec 7
- Franklin Fire Dept., 40 West Central Street, Franklin, MA
- Franklin United Methodist Church, 82 West Central Street, Franklin, MA
- Hockomock YMCA, 45 Forge Hill Road, Franklin, MA
- Franklin Police Dept., 911 Panther Way, Franklin, MA
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Holiday Toy Drive underway by Franklin Police
Holiday Toy Drive underway by Franklin Police |
How can you donate?
Easy... We have added items to our Amazon wish list, where you can purchase and get them shipped directly to us. Link: https://a.co/86Wf4eE
Option 2: There is a box in the lobby of the station where you can hand deliver it.
Meanwhile, save some dates:
- November 29 - Annual Fill the Cruiser Event at Marshalls, BJ’s and the Raillery Public House. (9a-3p)
- December 8 - Santa and Mrs. Claus will take over the Chief’s Office for pictures (9a-12p)
For more information: Contact Officer Rosa at 508-528-1212 ext. 1556 or arosa@franklinma.gov
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Public Works, Board of Assessors, and Police Dept
Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works
Crew Leader / Lead Pesticide Applicator (Tuesday - Saturday) - Department of Public Works
Patrol Officer (academy trained) - Franklin Police Department
Appraiser - Board of Assessors
Updated 11/19/2024
If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities
Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Public Works, Board of Assessors, and Police Dept |
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Town Council approves Rescission of license transfer, accepts Bogan's Way, welcomes Fire Dept news hires & Police Dept promotions (audio)
FM #1305 This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1305 in the series.
This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council Meeting of Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024. 8 members were present in Council Chambers, Frongillo was absent.
Quick recap
After multiple citizen comments on a variety of topics the Council got to their agenda items
Fire Department - Swearing In of New Firefighter / Paramedics
Paul Schleicher Jr.
Michael Dumican
Corey Rafter
Steven Osorio
Shea Hurley
First time to have 60 firefighters on staff, need to keep up with the growing needs of the community. All 60 are licensed paramedics
The Police Department had 2 Promotions, Both sworn in by Town Clerk Nancy Danello
Lieutenant Michael Colecchi
Sergeant Cody Landry
Rescission of Prior Approval of Transfer of Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License, Heeru Corporation d/b/a DeVita’s Market. Jamie explains quick background on the recession as the "easy" way for the parties to resolve the issues they have, including allowing DaVita's to reapply for a renewal of the license Building code issues need to be resolved to enable the transfer. vote passes 8-0-1 (8 - yes, 0 - no, 1 absent)
Public hearing on Bogan's way; Order of Layout, Acceptance, and Taking of Bogans Way and Drainage Lot Parcel A and Easements. Planning did approve acceptance, Continuing to chip away on all the public streets in town Public hearing closed with no comments. vote passes 8-0-1 (8 - yes, 0 - no, 1 absent)
License Modification - Change of Manager of a Section 15 Retail Package Store License: Shaw’s Supermarkets, Inc. d/b/a Shaw’s. So moved, second, passes 8-0-1 (1 absent)
Franklin Children's Museum - Meghan Hagen & Erin Gallagher, joined by architect and Brad Chaffee, Camford Property Group. Presentation slides -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/4SqkayuitiSFjuzU8
Resolution 24-63: Gift Acceptance: Senior Center ($100) (Motion to Approve Resolution 24- 63 - Majority Vote). So moved, second Passes 8-0-1 (1 absent)
Resolution 24-64: Town Council Approval of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds ($8,304) (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-64 - Majority Vote). So moved, second Passes 8-0-1 ,1 absent)
Friendly 40B Policy Update introduced by Jamie in response to what has been heard from the community. After some discussion, when it wasn't really an item for discussion, it is not clear if it is in effect as proposed, or if it is being referred to a subcommittee and/or future agenda for further discussion. Editor's note: there should be a further review and potentially additional changes made to this. It is not a policy that is clearly understood and appreciated by either the Council or the community
Let’s listen to the meeting recording which runs just short of 3 hours. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1305-town-council-mtg-10-30-24/
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The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNbkQwNvQkA
The agenda doc can be found here -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/town_council_meeting_october_30_2024_packet_2.pdf
My notes captured during the meeting and now in one PDF file ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zqgR9Lc2lYE9H3f8WOor2CoM-XPxaUG3/view?usp=drive_link
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Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Board of Assessors, Public Works, Police Dept & Facilities
Job Opportunities
To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov. Please put the job title in the subject line of your email.
Appraiser - Board of Assessors
Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works
Crew Leader / Lead Pesticide Applicator (Tuesday - Saturday) - Department of Public Works
Patrol Officer (academy trained) - Franklin Police Department
Part Time and Substitute Custodians - Facilities Department
Updated 11/4/2024
If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities
Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Board of Assessors, Public Works, Police Dept & Facilities |
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Town Council approves Rescission of license transfer, accepts Bogan's Way, welcomes Fire Dept news hires & Police Dept promotions (video)
- After multiple citizen comments on a variety of topics the Council got to their agenda items
- Fire Department - Swearing In of New Firefighter / Paramedics
- Paul Schleicher Jr.
- Michael Dumican
- Corey Rafter
- Steven Osorio
- Shea Hurley
- First time to have 60 firefighters on staff, need to keep up with the growing needs of the community. All 60 are licensed paramedics
- The Police Department had 2 Promotions, Both sworn in by Town Clerk Nancy Danello
- Lieutenant Michael Colecchi
- Sergeant Cody Landry
- Rescission of Prior Approval of Transfer of Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License, Heeru Corporation d/b/a DeVita’s Market. Jamie explains quick background on the recession as the "easy" way for the parties to resolve the issues they have, including allowing DaVita's to reapply for a renewal of the license Building code issues need to be resolved to enable the transfer. vote passes 8-0-1 (8 - yes, 0 - no, 1 absent)
- Public hearing on Bogan's way; Order of Layout, Acceptance, and Taking of Bogans Way and Drainage Lot Parcel A and Easements. Planning did approve acceptance, Continuing to chip away on all the public streets in town Public hearing closed with no comments. vote passes 8-0-1 (8 - yes, 0 - no, 1 absent)
- License Modification - Change of Manager of a Section 15 Retail Package Store License: Shaw’s Supermarkets, Inc. d/b/a Shaw’s. So moved, second, passes 8-0-1 (1 absent)
- Franklin Children's Museum - Meghan Hagen & Erin Gallagher, joined by architect and Brad Chaffee, Camford Property Group. Presentation slides -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/4SqkayuitiSFjuzU8
- Resolution 24-63: Gift Acceptance: Senior Center ($100) (Motion to Approve Resolution 24- 63 - Majority Vote). So moved, second Passes 8-0-1 (1 absent)
- Resolution 24-64: Town Council Approval of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds ($8,304) (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-64 - Majority Vote). So moved, second Passes 8-0-1 ,1 absent)
- Friendly 40B Policy Update introduced by Jamie in response to what has been heard from the community. After some discussion, when it wasn't really an item for discussion, it is not clear if it is in effect as proposed, or if it is being referred to a subcommittee and/or future agenda for further discussion. Editor's note: there should be a further review and potentially additional changes made to this. It is not a policy that is clearly understood and appreciated by either the Council or the community
Fire Dept news hires pose with Town Council |
Police Dept promotions pose with Town Council |
Saturday, October 26, 2024
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, October 26, 2024 ???
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
Friday, October 11, 2024
Yes, the Town of Franklin has a Job Opportunity in Assessors, Public Works, Police Dept, & Facilities
Job Opportunities
To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov. Please put the job title in the subject line of your email.
Appraiser - Board of Assessors
Crew Leader / Lead Pesticide Applicator (Tuesday - Saturday) - Department of Public Works
Administrative Assistant - Department of Public Works
Heavy Motor Equipment Operator (Tuesday - Saturday) - Department of Public Works
Patrol Officer (academy trained) - Franklin Police Department
Junior Building Custodian - Facilities Department
Part Time and Substitute Custodians - Facilities Department
Updated 10/10/2024
If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities
Yes, the Town of Franklin has a Job Opportunity in Assessors, Public Works, Police Dept, & Facilities |
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Faith & Blue Touch-a-Truck and Car Seat Inspection scheduled for Sat, Oct 12 at New England Chapel
"Join us at New England Chapel (NEC) Franklin this Saturday from 10a-1p for our Faith & BlueTouch-a-Truck and Car Seat Inspection.
Faith & Blue Touch-a-Truck and Car Seat Inspection
We’ll have bounce houses, C&C Ice Cream Truck, and Franklin Fire Department.
We will be accepting donations for the Franklin Food Pantry.
Ben and Frankie can’t wait to see you there."