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Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Franklin Lifelong Learning: Decorating Holiday Cupcakes - Dec 2
In the News: MCAS 2.0, Clerk recount Thursday, Sen Spilka visits Franklin, Methodist Church events
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151117/NEWS/151116385/1994/NEWS
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151117/NEWS/151116015/1994/NEWS
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151117/NEWS/151116182/1994/NEWS
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151117/NEWS/151116064/1994/NEWS
After test-driving the PARCC exam for two years, Massachusetts will instead opt for a new hybrid exam beginning in 2017.
“This is going to be one of the most important policy decisions I think any group in the commonwealth will make for many years to come,” Board of Elementary and Secondary Education Chairman Paul Sagan said.
The board voted 8-3 Tuesday to adopt Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Mitchell Chester’s proposal to develop a new standardized test that incorporates elements of both PARCC and MCAS. Chester touted the new exam as a “next-generation MCAS” and “MCAS 2.0.”
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151117/NEWS/151116385/1994/NEWS
The votes cast in the town election earlier this month will be recounted Thursday to definitively name the winner of the town clerk race.
Current Town Clerk Deborah Pellegri said candidate Diane Padula-O'Neill has formally requested the reconsideration after coming up 32 votes shy in the Nov. 3 count.
The recount will take place at 10 a.m. at the Franklin Municipal Building, Pellegri said.
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151117/NEWS/151116015/1994/NEWS
State Sen. Karen Spilka visited the Franklin Downtown Partnership office recently, viewing the progress being made on the Downtown Roadway and Streetscape Improvement Project and discussing the FDP’s work on a number of downtown initiatives.
Franklin Downtown Partnership Executive Director Lisa Piana and Planning and Community Development Director Bryan Taberner reviewed the Streetscape construction project’s progress to date. They also shared plans for new development and improvements to the downtown, such as a new retail building, park, and Horace Mann statue at the corner of Emmons and West Central streets.
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151117/NEWS/151116182/1994/NEWS
Franklin United Methodist Church, 82 W. Central St., will host the following Christmas events.For information, call the church at 508-528-1092.
- Caroling: 2:30 p.m. Dec. 6.
- Quiet time service, or Blue Christmas service: 7 p.m. Dec. 17.
- Christmas Pageant: 10 a.m. Dec. 20.
- Christmas Eve services: 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. Dec. 24.
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151117/NEWS/151116064/1994/NEWS
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Nov 18
The agenda for the Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Nov 18th can be found here
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
C. ANNOUNCEMENTS
- 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.
D. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
E. CITIZEN COMMENTS
F. APPOINTMENTS
G. HEARINGS
H. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
I. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
J. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
K. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
L. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
M. OLD BUSINESS
N. NEW BUSINESS
O. COUNCIL COMMENTS
P. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Q. ADJOURN
The associated documents for the Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Nov 18th can be found here
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2015%20Complete%20With%20Documents/111815.pdf
- 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.
- Franklin Community Cable Access, Inc.- Board of Directors
- Liaisons -SAFE Board
- Communications
- OPEB, Dan Sherman
- Resolution 15-36R (Revised) Salary Schedule Full-Time Elected Officials
- Resolution 15-71- Acceptance of Deed of Land Off Daniels Street (Parcels B and C in Tanglewood Estates Subdivision) for Conservation Purposes
- Resolution 15-73 -Acceptance of Easement on Property at O Greystone Road
- Resolution 15-74 -Adoption of Town Council Procedures Manual
The associated documents for the Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Nov 18th can be found here
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2015%20Complete%20With%20Documents/111815.pdf
Franklin Municipal Building |
Downtown Project Update #17 - major construction downtown is finished for this year
The major construction of the downtown is finished for this construction year. They anticipate coming back in the spring (April?) and being finished by the end of July. The construction next year will include finishing up the curbing and paving East Central Street from the RR Bridge to Ruggles Street, redoing the RR Bridge to accommodate two-way traffic and full depth reconstruction on Main Street from the RR Bridge to Emmons Street. The traffic island on the bridge will be much smaller once the project is complete.
Over the next few weeks, there will be general clean-up of the area, temporary hot top in areas that are gravel, removal of all the equipment at 150 Emmons Street and elsewhere, temporary striping and crosswalks, and installation of the period lighting, etc. Please be reminded that there is a two-hour parking limit on East Central Street where the parking meters were removed.
new STOP sign at the corner of Emmons and West Central Sts |
Attention: The crosswalk on West Central Street that is used by Dean College has been relocated closer to the intersection on Emmons and West Central Street. When the new lights are activated next year, there will be a push to walk light but in the meanwhile, there are temporary stop signs at the intersection of Emmons and West Central. Please stop and look to make sure there are no pedestrians in the crosswalk prior to turning right from Emmons to West Central.
If anyone has a question, please feel free to reach out to the DPW Director, Brutus Cantoreggi or Town Engineer, Michael Maglio at 508-553-5500 or Jeffrey Nutting, Town Administrator at 508-520-4949.
Climate Movement Weekly Update: Spectra Stops Construction Until Spring
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In the News: Children's Center open house, menorah lighting, food drive at St Mary's
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151116/NEWS/151116774/1994/NEWS
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151116/NEWS/151116697/1994/NEWS
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151116/NEWS/151116690/1994/NEWS
Dean College’s Children’s Center, 144 School St., will host an open house from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 11
Parents of children 2 to 6 years-old are encouraged to bring their child to explore the school and learn about the program. Applications are now accepted for five-day morning, two-day morning, three-day morning preschool programs and the four-day Pre-K program. Preschool begins January and September 2016.
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151116/NEWS/151116774/1994/NEWS
Temple Etz Chaim invites the community to join the congregation as they light the oil lamps on their Chanukah Menorah for the sixth night of Chanukah at Erev Shabbat services on Friday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. The menorah lighting, followed by Shabbat services, will be held at the Temple building at 900 Washington St., Franklin.
The lighting takes place outdoors, so dress appropriately.
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151116/NEWS/151116697/1994/NEWS
The St. Vincent DePaul Society of St. Mary’s Parish will hold its monthly food collection from Dec. 5-6.
The Society is asking for paper products, such as paper towels, boxes of tissues and toilet paper.
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151116/NEWS/151116690/1994/NEWS
Monday, November 16, 2015
MIAA Eastern Mass. Cross Country Championships - Nov 14
From Hockomock Sports we share the results of the Eastern Mass Cross Country Championships run at the Wrentham Development Center on Saturday, Nov 14.
1. Lincoln-Sudbury – 77
6. Franklin – 137
15. Mansfield – 399
Individuals
1. Margie Cullin, Needham – 17:30.37
12. Nicole Clermont, Franklin – 19:16.91
16. Brittany Robinson, Franklin – 19:38.65
25. Katherine Hartnett, Franklin – 20:05.76
27. Julie Romano, Mansfield – 20:09.43
28. Sabrina Roche, Franklin – 20:10.72
52. Megan MacVicar, Mansfield – 21:00.31
58. Ella Gutkowski, Franklin – 21:09.16
74. Nicole Mucciarone, Franklin – 21:34.52
96. Claire Maroney, Mansfield – 22:24.98
103. Carly Rondeau, Franklin – 22:35.32
113. Nicole Penney, Mansfield – 23:11.70
122. MaryRose Corkery, Mansfield – 23:54.49
1. Wellesley – 50
2. Mansfield – 73
11. Franklin – 296
Individuals
1. Thomas D’Anieri, Wellesley – 15:42.34
3. Jack Crawford, Mansfield – 16:11.95
6. Jake Affanato, Mansfield – 16:31.37
11. Nick Rispoli, Mansfield – 16:55.31
19. Ryan Spelman, Franklin – 17:12.71
24. Kevin Crawford, Mansfield – 17:24.63
29. Kalin Petrov, Mansfield – 17:28.96
31. Niegel Dabare, Mansfield – 17:31.05
43. Jimmy Robbins, Franklin – 17:40.31
57. Jeff Wu, Franklin – 17:56.66
61. Collin Rice, Mansfield – 18:01.96
78. Robert Moreau, Franklin – 18:20.79
104. Chris Danksewicz, Franklin – 18:52.48
119. Tyler Marchinoi, Franklin – 19:09.59
123. Evan St. Germaine, Franklin – 19:15.52
For all the Hockomock results
http://www.hockomocksports.com/emass-cross-country-hockomock-results-times/
Division 2 - Girls
Teams1. Lincoln-Sudbury – 77
6. Franklin – 137
15. Mansfield – 399
Individuals
1. Margie Cullin, Needham – 17:30.37
12. Nicole Clermont, Franklin – 19:16.91
16. Brittany Robinson, Franklin – 19:38.65
25. Katherine Hartnett, Franklin – 20:05.76
27. Julie Romano, Mansfield – 20:09.43
28. Sabrina Roche, Franklin – 20:10.72
52. Megan MacVicar, Mansfield – 21:00.31
58. Ella Gutkowski, Franklin – 21:09.16
74. Nicole Mucciarone, Franklin – 21:34.52
96. Claire Maroney, Mansfield – 22:24.98
103. Carly Rondeau, Franklin – 22:35.32
113. Nicole Penney, Mansfield – 23:11.70
122. MaryRose Corkery, Mansfield – 23:54.49
photo from the boys varsity race at Hockomock Championships, Oct 31, 2015 |
Division 2 - Boys
Teams1. Wellesley – 50
2. Mansfield – 73
11. Franklin – 296
Individuals
1. Thomas D’Anieri, Wellesley – 15:42.34
3. Jack Crawford, Mansfield – 16:11.95
6. Jake Affanato, Mansfield – 16:31.37
11. Nick Rispoli, Mansfield – 16:55.31
19. Ryan Spelman, Franklin – 17:12.71
24. Kevin Crawford, Mansfield – 17:24.63
29. Kalin Petrov, Mansfield – 17:28.96
31. Niegel Dabare, Mansfield – 17:31.05
43. Jimmy Robbins, Franklin – 17:40.31
57. Jeff Wu, Franklin – 17:56.66
61. Collin Rice, Mansfield – 18:01.96
78. Robert Moreau, Franklin – 18:20.79
104. Chris Danksewicz, Franklin – 18:52.48
119. Tyler Marchinoi, Franklin – 19:09.59
123. Evan St. Germaine, Franklin – 19:15.52
For all the Hockomock results
http://www.hockomocksports.com/emass-cross-country-hockomock-results-times/
Jingle Bell Run to benefit the Santa Foundation
Norfolk Community League Hosts Jingle Bell Run, a 5K run and walk to benefit the Santa Foundation
On Saturday, December 5th, the Norfolk Community League welcomes runners and walkers to the H. Olive Day School (232 Main Street, Norfolk) for the annual Jingle Bell Run, a 5K run and walk to benefit The Santa Foundation.
The Santa Foundation is a Franklin area 501c3 charity who is helping 700 families have a happier holiday season with gifts and giftcards. For more information about the Santa Foundation, visit TheSantaFoundationInc.org.
screen grab of Jingle Bell Run for Santa Foundation |
The Jingle Bell Run race day registration and number pickup begins at 9:30 a.m., and fees to register increase on December 1. To register now, visit jinglebellrun5k.racewire.com. All proceeds benefit the Santa Foundation.
To register by mail, to volunteer, or any other questions, please email Tanja McGuckian at mt_mcguckian@verizon.net.
Amahl and the Night Visitors - Nov 22
The Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) Music Department presents the beloved holiday classic, Amahl and the Night Visitors, a one-act opera by Gian Carlo Menotti with an original English libretto by the composer. Featuring students from FSPA’s voice program, the performance will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin, on Sunday, November 22 at 2 p.m.
Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA)
The inspiring story is of a crippled shepherd boy, Amahl, who offers his crutch as a present to the Christ child, is healed, and joins the Three Kings on their way to Bethlehem. With a compassionate message about faith, love and charity, this enchanting and family-friendly story perfectly captures the spirit of the season.
Featured roles will be performed by Franklin’s Amanda Wylie (Amahl), Jason Barney (King Kaspar) and Tatiana McAlpine (The Page), as well as Nicholas Steiner (King Melchior) of Millis and Joey Soares (King Balthazar) of Hopedale. The ensemble cast includes Lily Barney, Dora Ebbeling, Anya Fox, Kelly Irwin, Catherine LeClair, Ria Mathur, Grace Olah, Michaela Olah, Daniel Vaccarezza, Katharine Waples, Caitlin Woodcock, Katie Wylie, Jaiden Wyner, Lyndsey Wyner, Melissa Wyner and Delaney Zolnowski of Franklin; Ellie Skalaski of Medway; Elina Tavarez of Millis; Abby McDonough of Norfolk; Griffin Wilkins of Walpole; and Susauna Wickstrom of Wrentham.
Mariko Matsumura directs the production. Soprano Shauna Martin, of FSPA’s voice faculty, performs the role of Mother. Pianist Synthia Sture accompanies the vocalists.
THE BLACK BOX Theater, 15 West Central St
Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. To purchase tickets, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call (508) 528-8668. Visit www.FSPAonline.com for more information about FSPA, including class schedule and course catalog.
Register O'Donnell Promotes Annual Toys for Tots Drive
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screen grab of Norfolk Deeds webpage |
WHISKEY TASTING - British Beer Company - Nov 19
WHISKEY TASTING
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19th 6:30pm-8:30pm
screen grab of British Beer Company webpage |
Join us for a free guided whiskey tasting hosted by Matt Pugliese, brand representative, pouring Maker's Mark, Knob Creek, Basil Hayden, and Laphroaig 10
Featuring $5 Maker's Mark, Knob Creek, and Basil Hayden Old Fashioneds Crafted By Jessica and Ryan
Sponsored by Jim Beam
MUST BE 21 or OLDER TO PARTICIPATE
In the News: public records, Bye Bye Birdie
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin
Read the full article online here (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151115/NEWS/151116941/1994/NEWS
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151116/NEWS/151116903/1994/NEWS
Holding out hope for legislative action on a public records overhaul, Secretary of State William Galvin said he and his allies are working to gather signatures for a similar initiative petition by Wednesday's deadline.
"It's a hustle because it's 64,000 and some change," Galvin told the News Service on Friday. Asked if he would meet the requirement, Galvin said, "I hope. I also hope I don't need them."
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151115/NEWS/151116941/1994/NEWS
Liam Devine, of Franklin, will have a principal role in Dean College’s “Bye Bye Birdie” from Nov. 18 to Nov. 22.
“Bye Bye Birdie,” set in the 1960s, tells the story of Conrad Birdie, an Elvis-like rock-’n’-roll singer and his hapless agent Albert Peterson. The rock singer travels to a small Ohio town to make his “farewell” television performance and kiss his biggest fan before he is drafted. Songs include “Put on a Happy Face” and “A Lot of Livin’ to Do.”
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151116/NEWS/151116903/1994/NEWS
Sunday, November 15, 2015
Town Council reorganizes; Kelly Chair, Pfeffer Clerk, no Vice-Chair yet (audio)
This is the audio recording for the Franklin, MA Town Council meeting of Nov 12, 2015. This is the first meeting of the new council.
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The Oath of Office
Do you Councilors promise to uphold constitutional government and the laws of the Commonwealth of MA and the Town of Franklin?
(I do)
Do you promise to so conduct your public and private life as to be an example to your fellow citizens?
(I do)
Do you promise to import to your position those standards of quality and integrity that the conduct of your office shall be above reproach and to merit public confidence in your community?
(I do)
Do you promise to be ever mindful of your neutrality and impartiality rendering equal service to all and to extend the same treatment you wish to receive yourself?
(I do)
I (name) do solemnly swear and affirm that I will perform the duties incumbent upon me as Town Councilor for the Town of Franklin in good health, and to the best of my abilities, so help me God.
Town Council getting sworn in by Town Clerk Deborah Pellegri |
The notes taken live during the meeting can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/11/live-reporting-town-council-november-12.html
Open Space and Recreation Plan - public meeting Nov 14
Charles River Meadowlands - proposal
One of the documents handed out during the public meeting for the Open Space and Recreation Plan update held at the Franklin Library on Saturday, Nov 14.
This was the topic of Alan R Earls input. Alan is the former chair of the Franklin Open Space Committee.
Thanks to Alan for allowing this document to be shared.
When I walked the Pond St property in October, I was in and among some of the land he references with this proposal.
The full set of photos and the audio I recorded while on the walk can be found here http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/10/reporting-by-walking-around-pond-st.html
This was the topic of Alan R Earls input. Alan is the former chair of the Franklin Open Space Committee.
Thanks to Alan for allowing this document to be shared.
When I walked the Pond St property in October, I was in and among some of the land he references with this proposal.
Mine Brook as it wends its way along the wetlands between i495 and Pond St |
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