SAFE Radio (a product of the SAFE Coalition) will examine the disease of Substance Use Disorder. Each week the program will feature guests that are subject matter experts covering topics such as treatment options, coping strategies and recovery.The SAFE Coalition exists to provide pathways for support, education, coping mechanisms and treatment options for Substance use Disorder
Providing accurate and timely information about what matters in Franklin, MA since 2007. * Working in collaboration with Franklin TV and Radio (wfpr.fm) since October 2019 *
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Listen to SAFE Radio - WFPR
Friday, January 19, 2024
Reminder: An Evening with Spirit with Psychic Medium Cathy Ripley Greene - Jan 26
An Evening with Spirit with Psychic Medium Cathy Ripley Greene - Jan 26 |
Sunday, January 14, 2024
The Rainbow Connection: A 6-week Workshop at SAFE Coalition
Via Ted Cormier-Leger:
Parents, LGBTQ teens and Allies- here is an exciting new opportunity in Franklin thanks to my friends at the Safe Coalition.
Contact them directly for more information -> info@safecoalition.org
The Rainbow Connection: A 6-week Workshop at SAFE Coalition
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
An Evening with Spirit with Psychic Medium Cathy Ripley Greene - Jan 26
An Evening with Spirit with Psychic Medium Cathy Ripley Greene - Jan 26 |
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Town Council closes out calendar year multiple resolutions and recognition of Ken Norman (video)
Board of Assessors Chair Chris Feeley presenting the ToF proclamation to Ken Norman |
Ken posing with State Representative Jeff Roy |
- Proclamation: William “Ken” Norman - Ken was recognized with a Town proclamation and State House of Representative resolution for many years of service on the Board of Assessors (16 years) and many other committees.
- 2024 Annual Alcohol License Renewals - all approved, 8 being held for payment and final inspection completion
- Resolution 23-71: Town Council Approval of County ARPA Funds - Council approved application to Norfolk County for ARPA awards in the total amount of $1,359,000
- Police Dept - $559,000
- Sewer projects - $500,000
- Franklin Food Pantry - $100,000
- SAFE Coalition - $100,000
- YMCA Bernon Family Branch - $100,000
- ARPA Direct funds announced for
- $1M to reconstruct Baron Road
- $420,000 for replacement & construction of visitor bleachers at the high school field
- Bylaw Amendment 23-902: A Bylaw to Amend the Code of the Town of Franklin by Inserting Chapter 147, Snow and Ice, Removal Of - Second Reading - approved by 7-2 vote (Jones, Dellorco voted no)
- Bylaw Amendment 23-903: A Bylaw to Amend the code of the Town of Franklin at Chapter 82, Fees, Municipal Service - Second Reading - mattress fee raised to $65, unanimously approved (9-0)
- Resolution 23-72: Davis-Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee Charge - Extension of Committee Terms and Deadline to Make Final Report -
- Resolution 23-73: Revised 2024 Town Council Meeting Schedule
- Resolution 23-74: Receipts Reserved for Appropriation Transportation Network Companies (TNC) Ride Assessment Transfer and Appropriation - new MA General Law requirements for separate transaction to make this accounting for approx. $7,000 complete
- Resolution 23-75: Gift Acceptance - Police Dept. ($5,000), Veterans’ Services Dept. ($3,145) & Senior Center ($200) - community continues to be generous, thank you
- Resolution 23-76: Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per MGL Ch. 44,§53F3/4 - quarterly transfer also per MA General Law requirements to account for the fund transfer - for which Franklin TV & Radio very much appreciates as it allows them to provide the broadcast services for Town & School meetings, School sporting events, and for which community does benefit
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Tri-County Culinary Program provided catering for the recent SAFE Jack Frost Jubilee
Tri-County Culinary Program provided catering for the recent SAFE Jack Frost Jubilee |
The SAFE Coalition, Inc. is a Franklin-based non-profit that bills itself as a judgment-free community organization relentlessly committed to educating and supporting those affected by substance use disorder and mental health concerns across southeastern Massachusetts.
Friday, December 8, 2023
Jack Frost Jubilee - family fun today beginning at 4 PM (SAFE Coalition fund raiser)
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Reminder: Workshop on Mental Health & Suicide Awareness and Prevention - Dec 5
"Franklin SEPAC & SAFE Coalition Present A Workshop for Parents and Caregivers of Teens and Tweens on Mental Health & Suicide Awareness and PreventionRegister here:
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Workshop for parents and caregivers of teens and tweens on Mental Health, Suicide Awareness & Prevention - Dec 5
This is an in-person event.
Register here: https://forms.gle/wuMmwjzQK5ik7q9L8… Please note: this is open to all community members - your child does not need to be receiving special education for you to participate.
Workshop for parents and caregivers of teens and tweens on Mental Health, Suicide Awareness & Prevention - Dec 5 |
Thursday, November 23, 2023
#LOVEfranklin // Emergency Shelter Humanitarian Aid UPDATE (as of 11/22/23)
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
This Town Council Quarterbacking session condenses the Oct 18 Council meeting for you (audio)
- ok, what just happened?
- What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?
- 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
This Town Council Quarterbacking session condenses the Oct 18 Council meeting for you (audio) |
SAFE Coalition: Self-Care Saturdays scheduled through Nov 18, 2023
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Thursday, October 19, 2023
Town Council observes Police new hires, hears of SAFE Coalition updates & migrant housing updates (video)
(3) approval of the license changes to enable Bob Vozzella to expand into his new space and operate with his farmers licenses for wine and beer
(4) impactful and moving update from Jennifer Knight-Levine, CEO and cofounder of the SAFE Coalition on their work. The audio segment of her presentation along with the Q&A with the Council is shared separately. Her update includes the expansion of their work in meeting the needs of our community into handling the migrant housing needs -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/10/jen-knight-levine-updates-council-on.html
(5) Town Administrator Jamie Hellen's update on the migrant status will also be shared separately as an audio segment
a. Police Department - Swearing In of New Patrol Officersi. Officer Parker Lutherii. Officer Joseph Medinaiii. Officer Robert Youngiv. Officer Martin Zimeib. Police Department - Introductionsi. Kallie Montagano, Co-Response Program Managerii. Frankie, Therapy Dog
The expansion of La Cantina Winery is progressing & the license transfers were approved at this session |
Jen Knight-Levine updates Council on work of SAFE Coalition and the humane approach to dealing with migrant housing situation (audio)
FM #1082 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1082 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares a segment from the regularly scheduled Town Council meeting on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. The segment covers the guest presentation by Jen Knight-Levine of the SAFE Coalition.
Jen,CEO and co-founder of SAFE, provides some statistics on the work being done to meet the needs of the community initially in substance abuse and mental health, and recently expanding to take a humanitarian approach to the migrant housing situation developing here in Franklin.
The segment runs about 30 minutes including the Q&A with the Council members. Let’s listen to this segment of the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1082-town-council-mtg-segment-jen-knight-levine-10-18-23
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SAFE Coalition -> https://www.safecoalitionma.org/
Town Council agenda doc ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/10/franklin-ma-agenda-for-town-council.html
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How can you help?
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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
SAFE Coalition: psychic night fund raiser - Friday, Oct 20
SPOOKY SEASON FUNDRAISER!
JOIN US for a night with psychic medium Cait Duross!
Sunday, October 15, 2023
Franklin, MA: Agenda for Town Council Meeting October 18, 2023 at 7 PM
a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.
a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to three minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. The Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may askthe Town Administrator to review the matter.
a. Police Department - Swearing In of New Patrol Officersi. Officer Parker Lutherii. Officer Joseph Medinaiii. Officer Robert Youngiv. Officer Martin Zimeib. Police Department - Introductionsi. Kallie Montagano, Co-Response Program Managerii. Frankie, Therapy Dog
a. New Section 19B(n) Farmer-Winery Pouring Permit and Approval of Robert Vozzella as the Manager - La Cantina Winery Company, Located at 341 Union Street
i. License Transaction #7a.
b. New Section 19C(n) Farmer-Brewery Pouring Permit and Approval of Robert Vozzella as the Manager - La Cantina Winery Company, Located at 341 Union Street
i. License Transaction #7b.
c. License Modification: Alteration of Premises to combine Section 19B(n) Farmer-Winery Pouring Permit and Section 19C(n) Farmer-Brewery Pouring Permit to create a Section 19H Farmer-Winery / Farmer-Brewery Pouring Permit and Approval of Robert Vozzella as theManager - La Cantina Winery Company, Located at 341 Union Street
i. License Transaction #7c.
a. New Section 19B(n) Farmer-Winery Pouring Permit and Approval of Robert Vozzella as the Manager - La Cantina Winery Company, Located at 341 Union Streetb. New Section 19C(n) Farmer-Brewery Pouring Permit and Approval of Robert Vozzella as the Manager - La Cantina Winery Company, Located at 341 Union Streetc. License Modification: Alteration of Premises to combine Section 19B(n) Farmer-Winery Pouring Permit and Section 19C(n) Farmer-Brewery Pouring Permit to create a Section 19H Farmer-Winery / Farmer-Brewery Pouring Permit and Approval of Robert Vozzella as the Manager - La Cantina Winery Company, Located at 341 Union Street
a. Discussion: SAFE Coalition - Jennifer Knight-Levine, SAFE Coalition CEO & Co-Founder
a. Resolution 23-57: Gift Acceptance - Veterans’ Services Department ($3,205)(Motion to Approve Resolution 23-57 - Majority Vote)
a. Migrant Housing Update
a. Capital Budget Subcommitteeb. Economic Development Subcommitteec. Budget Subcommitteed. Master Plan Committeee. Davis-Thayer Reuse Advisory Committeef. Police Station Building Committeeg. GATRA Advisory Board
The expansion of La Cantina Winery is progressing |
Friday, September 15, 2023
Franklin Health Dept: September is National Recovery Month
Franklin Health Dept: September is National Recovery Month |
Sunday, September 10, 2023
SAFE Coalition coordinates "essential needs drive" Sep 15
SAFE Coalition coordinates "essential needs drive" Sep 15 |
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