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Friday, August 10, 2012
Franklin Public Library: Animal World
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Franklin Public Schools: Class sizes by school
August, preparing for schools to open this September. What will be the class sizes around the Franklin school district? The information as presented to the School Committee on Tuesday is shown here.
These numbers can also be found on the Franklin Schools web page here
http://franklindistrict.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinDistrict_News/019309C3-000F8513
You can also view the School Committee meeting from Tuesday where these numbers were discussed.
http://view.liveindexer.com/ViewIndexSessionSL.aspx?ecm=634800882920015000&indexSessionSKU=9nH/HANkgO8EKZ7iG4dGYQ%3D%3D&siteSKU=L7qhQ46xin/r3Z0jcDVCNw%3D%3D
These numbers can also be found on the Franklin Schools web page here
http://franklindistrict.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinDistrict_News/019309C3-000F8513
You can also view the School Committee meeting from Tuesday where these numbers were discussed.
http://view.liveindexer.com/ViewIndexSessionSL.aspx?ecm=634800882920015000&indexSessionSKU=9nH/HANkgO8EKZ7iG4dGYQ%3D%3D&siteSKU=L7qhQ46xin/r3Z0jcDVCNw%3D%3D
"$100 fine for first offenders, up from $25"
If there is trouble with enforcement of the existing dog feces law, how will increasing the fine help? I missed the Town Council meeting last night but wish I had been able to ask that question (if no one else did).
And for all the items that were on the agenda, the dog bylaw is what gets into the paper first? Not the new contract for Town Administrator? Or the report from the Citizens Committee?
Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x866122448/Franklin-council-takes-up-dog-bylaw-proposal#ixzz232Wwod1l
The full agenda for Wednesday's Town Council meeting and accompanying document can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/08/franklin-ma-town-council-agenda-aug-8.html
And for all the items that were on the agenda, the dog bylaw is what gets into the paper first? Not the new contract for Town Administrator? Or the report from the Citizens Committee?
The town intends to strike the previous leashing bylaw and replace it with a longer one titled, "Regulation of Conduct." The section on leashing was largely unchanged.
The bylaw proposal, presented to Town Council for the first time on Wednesday night, states that the chief of police will have the authority to order a dog muzzled or confined for a period of time if it bites a person or another pet or chases a vehicle, bicycle or pedestrian in a public setting. Council was expected to vote on the measure Wednesday night after discussion.
"We are trying to be proactive," said Town Attorney Mark Cerel, who rewrote the bylaw proposal with help from former Police Chief Steve Williams and Cindy Souza, the animal control officer for Franklin and Bellingham. "We don’t want to have any issues in the future with vicious dogs."
Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x866122448/Franklin-council-takes-up-dog-bylaw-proposal#ixzz232Wwod1l
The full agenda for Wednesday's Town Council meeting and accompanying document can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2012/08/franklin-ma-town-council-agenda-aug-8.html
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Aug 8, 2012
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
– March 7, 2012
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS
This meeting is being recorded by Verizon, Comcast, and Franklin Matters
C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
D. CITIZEN COMMENTS
E. APPOINTMENTS
Design Review Commission - Doug Newton
Zoning Board of Appeals - Sean P. Slater
F. HEARINGS
G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
- Citizens Committee
I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 12-42(Amended):Authorization for DPW Garage/Storage Building
2. Resolution 12-63: Town Administrator’s Employment Agreement
3. Bylaw Amendment 12-686:Amendment to Chapter 165, Transient Vendors- 1st Reading
4. Bylaw Amendment 12-690: Amendment to Chapter 8, Council on Aging – 1st Reading
5. Bylaw Amendment 12-691:Amendment to Chapter 75, Dogs – 1st Reading
6. Bylaw Amendment 12-692: Amendment to Water System Map – 1st Reading
7. Bylaw Amendment 12-693: Amendment to Sewer System Map – 1st Reading
K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
L. OLD BUSINESS
M. NEW BUSINESS
N. COUNCIL COMMENTS
O. EXECUTIVE SESSION – Negotiations, Litigation, Real Property, as May Be Required
P. ADJOURN
The set of documents for this agenda were posted to the Franklin, MA web page here
http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2012%20docs/080812.pdf
Business Tax Breaks in Massachusetts
Tax breaks are a form of spending. Money that the state spends on tax breaks is money that it can't spend on education, infrastructure, or other forms of economic development.
Our new report, Business Tax Breaks in Massachusetts, describes the various types of business tax breaks in Massachusetts and shows how much the state spends on each. It focuses most directly on what we call special business tax breaks, meaning those tax breaks which: 1) apply to businesses, and 2) have as their most basic rationale the effort to bolster economic development.*
We find that:
To accompany this report, we are also releasing a two-page Factsheet which describes the major findings.
* Other kinds of business tax breaks include those designed to minimize double-taxation and those which mirror the federal tax code.
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Wedding dresses weren't always white
The Milford Daily News has an article on the wedding dress exhibit currently showing at Franklin's Historical Museum. Wedding dress through the ages are displayed so you can see the changes and development.
Franklin's Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central St.
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/location-and-hours.html
Read more of the article here: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x866121845/Franklin-exhibit-traces-gowns-through-the-years#ixzz22weB6k19
"In Victorian times, everything was covered, whereas now — how do I put this diplomatically — everything is exposed," she said.
In contrast to the symbolic bride of the present, who practically glows as she walks down the aisle in her milky white gown, Ferguson said gowns for much of the 1900s were beige or off-colored.
Pure white gowns did not emerge until the 1960s, she said.
Franklin's Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central St.
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/location-and-hours.html
Read more of the article here: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x866121845/Franklin-exhibit-traces-gowns-through-the-years#ixzz22weB6k19
Singleton Gains Endorsements
FRANKLIN—Matt Kelly and Glenn Jones, two members of Franklin's Town Council, have announced their official endorsement of Stolle Singleton for State Representative in the 10th Norfolk District. Stolle, a Franklin resident, is running in the Republican Primary on Thursday, September 6th.
"I am deeply honored to have the support of Matt and Glenn, who have both given so much to Franklin in their roles as Town Councilors," said Stolle Singleton. "It is a privilege to call these gentlemen my friends and their expertise regarding the needs of the Franklin community, as public servants, engaged citizens, and family-men, will be invaluable throughout my campaign and beyond."
On the endorsement, Matt Kelly said, "Stolle has a proven track record at the State House as a policy advisor and will continue to keep Franklin and Medway moving forward as our next State Representative. She is dedicated to Franklin, Medway and the Commonwealth and I believe she is the best candidate in this race because she will ensure that our communities have an experienced voice to represent the interests of our residents in the Massachusetts House."
"I am happy to endorse Stolle Singleton as she is by far the best choice for Franklin and Medway," said Glenn Jones. "Stolle is a dedicated, energetic, and flexible advocate who has first-hand experience on Beacon Hill and will work tirelessly as a full-time legislator to secure the many needs of our communities."
Stolle Singleton has spent the past two years working as a policy analyst for the 33-member Republican Caucus in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. During her time at the State House, she authored over 17 pieces of legislation and numerous amendments to state budgets and bills, some of which were signed into law. Previously, she interned in former Massachusetts Senator Scott Brown's Office and the Office of Legislative Education.
Stolle's legislative experience will enable her, from day one, to be an effective leader in crafting policies to restore our economy, maintain our local aid, and bring accountability to State Government.
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
School Committee: Action items
4. Action Items
a. I recommend acceptance of the donation of a $100.00 Office Depot gift card and 5 large one-topping pizza’s from the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for the HMMS for raising $2,067.47 for Pennies for Patients. motion to accept, passed 6-0
b. I recommend acceptance of the donation of a Selmer Liberty Tenor Sax from the McLean Family valued at $1200.00 for the Remington Middle School. motion to accept, passed 6-0
c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $282.66 from Wells Fargo (Douglas Lee) for the FHS. motion to accept, passed 6-0
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Stephanie & Michael Quinn for the FHS Schaeffer memorial scholarship. motion to accept, passed 6-0
e. I recommend acceptance of a check for $25.00 from Judi Hershman for the FHS Schaeffer memorial scholarship. motion to accept, passed 6-0
f. I recommend acceptance of a check for $10.00 via Just Give as an anonymous donation from Capella University for FHS scholarships. motion to accept, passed 6-0
g. I recommend acceptance of the donation of CPR Mannequins valued at 1109.00 from Roberta Trahan for the District. motion to accept, passed 6-0
h. I recommend acceptance of a check for $20.00 from Sheila Hooper for the FHS Schaeffer memorial scholarship. motion to accept, passed 6-0
i. I recommend approval of the Elementary and Middle School’s Handbooks as presented. motion to accept, passed 6-0
If you are not registered for the bus, it is too late!
Real-time reporting: School Committee (via cable broadcast)
Per the transportation update at Tuesday's School Committee meeting, the school transportation process started in April with a registration deadline of June 30. The second payment was due July 9th. Reminders went out to the parents/families who needed to complete their payments. There are still about 50 accounts that need to get completed. High school and middle school buses are currently full. No additional registrations are being accepted.
Once school begins in Sep, ridership on the routes will be measured and if additional capacity is available, there may be adjustments by the end of Sep.
The bus routes are scheduled to be posted to the School's website by the end of next week.
Bus passes for the Charter School will be available Aug 21 and for the other Franklin students Aug 27th.
Bus fees are $325 per student with a cap at three students paying within one family ($975).
Students K-6 who live outside of 2 miles from school are eligable for a 'free' ride. Students at middle school and high school and all other K-6 less than 2 miles can register for 'pay to ride'.
There are approx 1500 in the 'pay to ride' program currently with another 500+ in the 'free ride' program.
Per the transportation update at Tuesday's School Committee meeting, the school transportation process started in April with a registration deadline of June 30. The second payment was due July 9th. Reminders went out to the parents/families who needed to complete their payments. There are still about 50 accounts that need to get completed. High school and middle school buses are currently full. No additional registrations are being accepted.
Once school begins in Sep, ridership on the routes will be measured and if additional capacity is available, there may be adjustments by the end of Sep.
The bus routes are scheduled to be posted to the School's website by the end of next week.
Bus passes for the Charter School will be available Aug 21 and for the other Franklin students Aug 27th.
Bus fees are $325 per student with a cap at three students paying within one family ($975).
Students K-6 who live outside of 2 miles from school are eligable for a 'free' ride. Students at middle school and high school and all other K-6 less than 2 miles can register for 'pay to ride'.
There are approx 1500 in the 'pay to ride' program currently with another 500+ in the 'free ride' program.
Attention: Businesses and Organizations - Registration is Open for the Franklin Harvest Festival
Franklin's Harvest Festival is set for Sunday, September 30, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Franklin Downtown Partnership is already planning for this fun event, which they expect will draw about 5,000 visitors to town. Organizers have set a registration deadline of August 20 for crafters, vendors, artists and community groups who want to participate in this year's festival.
The Harvest Festival will be held rain or shine, and booth space is limited. The booth fee for non-Partnership members is $125, and the food vendor fee is $175. A late charge of $25 will be added for registrations received after August 20 if there is booth space still available.
Event details and registration forms can be downloaded from the Partnership's website, www.franklindowntownpartnership.org. This year's booth chairperson, Mary Graff, can be contacted at mgraff@berryinsurance.com. Co-Chair Jeanne Sherlock is planning the entertainment and children's area fun and can be reached at jeannes@hockymca.org.
Sponsors are still needed to fund this festival. As a non-profit organization, the Downtown Partnership depends on sponsors to fund this and other efforts, including Beautification, the Strawberry Stroll and the Holiday Stroll.
Area Sikhs: Shootings 'a sad teachable moment'
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Simran Kaur believes ignorance might have motivated the gunman who killed six people at a Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Wis., on Sunday. "I think it was a hate crime," she said Monday at the Sikh temple in Milford.
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Boston Heart Walk - Sep 15 - help the Baby Beats!
From the Amante Family:
You can find the fund raising page here
Welcome to the fundraising page for team Baby Beats. We have been raising money for the Heart Association since 2002! Just two weeks after Damian's third open heart surgery we attended our first Heart Walk in New York.
Funds donated to the Heart Association go toward life saving research, techniques and equipment.
Damian has directly benefited from projects that were funded by the Heart Association.
We celebrate Damian and the victory over his struggles by raising money to support this important organization.
Please support our team by donating to the Heart Association! Thank you!
You can find the fund raising page here
Monday, August 6, 2012
Uncas Pond
Having heard of Uncas Pond here and here, I decided a needed to go exploring to find it. Sunday was humid. I needed a little extra incentive to run in the heat. I decided that since Uncas Pond was off Summer St, I'd go find it. Finding it would give me an excuse to stop for pictures (and rest as well).
The water looked inviting but it was behind a securely locked fence so I didn't venture forth.
Updated 8/6/12 7:00 PM
The Franklin Rod and Gun Club is located at the end of Florence St. Access to the pondappears to be via the Club property or one of the neighboring private properties actually is available from a dirt parking lot on the left of Florence as you approach the end of the road.
Access is outlined on this photo:
My thanks to Franklin Matters reader Rich for the correction and photo!
For more information on the Franklin Rod and Gun Club, you can visit their website http://franklinrodandgun.org/
BTW - According to their web page, they are still looking to find "Declan F". Declan won the 12 and under trophy for their recent tournament and left without getting the trophy!
The water looked inviting but it was behind a securely locked fence so I didn't venture forth.
Updated 8/6/12 7:00 PM
The Franklin Rod and Gun Club is located at the end of Florence St. Access to the pond
Access is outlined on this photo:
My thanks to Franklin Matters reader Rich for the correction and photo!
For more information on the Franklin Rod and Gun Club, you can visit their website http://franklinrodandgun.org/
BTW - According to their web page, they are still looking to find "Declan F". Declan won the 12 and under trophy for their recent tournament and left without getting the trophy!
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