Yes, Sunday afternoon promptly at 4:00 PM
A good time was had by all!
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Santa on the Town Common: 4:00 PM
Santa is scheduled to arrive at the Town Common this afternoon at 4:00 PM.
Photo from 2010. Additional photos can be found here:
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2010/11/santa-arrives-on-franklin-town-common_29.html
The video of Santa's arrival in 2010 can be found here:
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2010/11/santa-arrives-on-franklin-town-common.html
Photo from 2010. Additional photos can be found here:
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2010/11/santa-arrives-on-franklin-town-common_29.html
The video of Santa's arrival in 2010 can be found here:
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2010/11/santa-arrives-on-franklin-town-common.html
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - 11/30/11
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS
- This meeting is being recorded by Verizon, Comcast, and Franklin Matters.
C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
D. CITIZEN COMMENTS
E. APPOINTMENTS
F. HEARINGS - Annual Tax Classification Hearing – 7:10 PM
G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 11-65:Classification Tax Allocation– Residential Factor
2. Resolution 11-66:Classification Tax Allocation – Open Space Exemption
3. Resolution 11-67:Classification Tax Allocation – Small Businesses Exemption
4. Resolution 11-68: Classification Tax Allocation – Residential Property Exemption
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 full set of documents published for this meeting can be viewed/downloaded here (PDF)
Ai3 Architects
Ai3 Architects has been selected for the design of the new Franklin High School because of their work on the 'model school' program that the MSBA invited Franklin to join.
What does Ai3 do?
Visit their website to find more information on the firm's profile
http://ai3architects.com/firm-profile/fp_about_us
They have a set of case studies on projects they did, including Whitman-Hanson High School
http://ai3architects.com/case-studies/cs_whitman_hanson_high_school
The Ai3 site also showcases their portfolio of 8 high schools, 8 middle schools and 7 elementary schools.
http://ai3architects.com/portfolio
What does Ai3 do?
Visit their website to find more information on the firm's profile
http://ai3architects.com/firm-profile/fp_about_us
They have a set of case studies on projects they did, including Whitman-Hanson High School
http://ai3architects.com/case-studies/cs_whitman_hanson_high_school
The Ai3 site also showcases their portfolio of 8 high schools, 8 middle schools and 7 elementary schools.
http://ai3architects.com/portfolio
Celebrate the Holidays with Dinner & A Show
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"A Christmas Carol - The Musical" Opening Soon!
Hi Steve-
Here is something else you might be interested in. This show is right at the Orpheum in Foxboro and is going to be awesome, complete with actual "snow" and people"flying!" For those that can't afford to make the trip to the Wang for the Rockettes, it is another great option for a holiday show. My daughter Heidi Gleichauf, 15 and a sophomore at Franklin High School is playing the part of Emily, Scrooge's fiance. She is the only cast member from Franklin, but adults and children from Norfolk, Foxboro, Mansfield, Plainville etc. comprise the rest of the all-ages cast.
Here is a description of the show:
Charles Dickens' classic gets the full Broadway treatment by the Broadway team of Alan Menken ("Beauty and the Beast", "Little Mermaid"), Lynn Ahrens ("Ragtime", "Seussical") and Mike Ockrent ("Crazy For You", "Me and My Girl."). A story we all know and love set to music overflowing with Holiday feelings to carry in our hearts all year long.
Called by The New York Times "a tonic for adults, and for children a transfixing journey", this spectacular musical extravaganza is filled with the magic of the holiday season, exuberant dances, flying ghosts and the sights and sounds of Dickensian London. "A Christmas Carol" retains its emotional power and pure joy, thanks to the marvelously-told story by Ockrent and Ahrens, and the Menken/Ahrens score filled with beautiful melodies and emotional lyrics.
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The Un-Common Theatre Co | P.O. Box 161 | Mansfield | MA | 02048 |
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Franklin High School Winter Concert and Silent Auction December 7th
The Franklin High School Winter Concert promises to be a warm and festive evening for music students, their families and the community this year. The concert begins at 7:00 PM on Wednesday December 7th and is being held at the Thomas D. Mercer auditorium at Horace Mann Middle School, 214 Oak Street. Performances by the Franklin High School Orchestra, Concert Band and Wind Ensemble under the direction of Leighanne Rudsit will be featured, as well as the Chorus and Select Chorus directed by Michael Sansoni. Concert goers will enjoy a selection of classic and contemporary pieces with a holiday spirit, and the winners of the Franklin Music Boosters 2011-2012 music scholarships will be recognized.
The Franklin Music Boosters, Inc. will be hosting a silent auction and reception beginning at 6:30 and during intermission, when refreshments will also be served. Many generous area businesses as well as music students and their families have donated items for the auction and refreshments. Donations are still being accepted. Area businesses and individuals who wish to donate please contact Cindy Gleichauf, 508-397-5204 or cindygleichauf@gmail.com.
Franklin Music Boosters, Inc. is a parent organization which supports the entire Franklin Public School Music Program grades 6-12. Through volunteer support and fundraising, the Music Boosters help provide transportation for performance trips, competitions and outings; sponsor concerts and special events; finance the purchase of musical equipment and uniforms; fund private lessons and scholarships, as well as support the music department with volunteer help.
For more information about getting involved with the Franklin Music Boosters, contact Amy Czuba, amyczuba@gmail.com.
DLS reports on average single-family property taxes and values in FY11
In preparation for the tax rate hearing being held Wednesday, Nov 30th at the Town Council meeting, this is some good background reading.
Sent to you by Steve Sherlock via Google Reader:
via Commonwealth Conversations: Revenue by Robert Bliss on 11/18/11
The Division of Local Services in its publication City and Town yesterday reported on average single-family tax bills and property values for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2011.
Given the fiscal confines of the state's property tax limitation law, Proposition 2 1/2, it was not surprising to see that the average property tax bill increased a modest 3.35 percent in FY11.
Proposition 2 1/2 allows for annual tax levy growth of 2 1/2 percent, plus additional property tax revenue coming on line from new growth and/or Proposition 2 1/2 overrides. The rate of increase in average property tax bills in FY10 was 3.3 percent.
And given the relative stability in property values -- Massachusetts has not experienced anything like the steep drop in property valuation seen in states such as Florida or California -- it was not surprising to see a decline in single family property valuation in Massachusetts of 3.23 percent.
As the City and Town story reports, Massachusetts has indeed seen a decline in average single family home valuation since the housing bubble burst in 2008, but the tumble downward has been quite gentle compared with other locales.
The story includes a chart with comparison data for tax bills, valuations, and rankings for the state's cities and towns.
More historic information is available in DLS' Municipal Data Bank in the event readers want to explore trends going back to 1981.
The DLS story makes the point that as property valuations increase, tax rates go down, but when those same valuations go down, as they have in recent years, tax rates go up. There are still many homeowners in Massachusetts who assume that when home valuations go down, property taxes go down as well. However, under Proposition 2 1/2, tax levies are allowed to increase regardless of the direction of property valuations.
Given the fiscal confines of the state's property tax limitation law, Proposition 2 1/2, it was not surprising to see that the average property tax bill increased a modest 3.35 percent in FY11.
Proposition 2 1/2 allows for annual tax levy growth of 2 1/2 percent, plus additional property tax revenue coming on line from new growth and/or Proposition 2 1/2 overrides. The rate of increase in average property tax bills in FY10 was 3.3 percent.
And given the relative stability in property values -- Massachusetts has not experienced anything like the steep drop in property valuation seen in states such as Florida or California -- it was not surprising to see a decline in single family property valuation in Massachusetts of 3.23 percent.
As the City and Town story reports, Massachusetts has indeed seen a decline in average single family home valuation since the housing bubble burst in 2008, but the tumble downward has been quite gentle compared with other locales.
The story includes a chart with comparison data for tax bills, valuations, and rankings for the state's cities and towns.
More historic information is available in DLS' Municipal Data Bank in the event readers want to explore trends going back to 1981.
The DLS story makes the point that as property valuations increase, tax rates go down, but when those same valuations go down, as they have in recent years, tax rates go up. There are still many homeowners in Massachusetts who assume that when home valuations go down, property taxes go down as well. However, under Proposition 2 1/2, tax levies are allowed to increase regardless of the direction of property valuations.
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Help my kids school - PLEASE. It just takes a second to help
PLEASE!! I need more help!! We are #11 in the Pepsi Challenge and need to be in the TOP 10 to win.
As many of you may already know, my children's school is trying to raise money for a new Inclusive Playground. Our current one is deteriorating quickly despite the efforts of our DPW to keep it maintained. In deciding to rebuild we have designed a new Inclusive one, where all children of all abilities can play together.
I am asking for your help - it only takes a few seconds and cost you nothing. I am just asking that you vote for our project in the Pepsi Refresh Challenge. We are in the running for $50,000 and just need to reach the TOP 10 to win. We are currently at #17. We started at 43, moved quickly to 22, then 19, 17 and now we are at 11!! We need more votes and support!!!
Go to the Pepsi Website - If you click on this link it should take you directly to us - www.refresheverything.com/kennedyplayground - There is a wonderful video that the KennedyKids are in!
ALSO you can vote a 2nd way by Texting in a vote - TEXT 109738 to 73774
Vote EVERYDAY until Nov 30th to help us!
Any and all help would be appreciated. If you could ask friends and family to help too, we would really appreciate it! Anyone 13 and older can vote! Please help my kids school!!! Our website is www.kennedyplayground.com if you would like to learn more about this project.
Thank you
Sandy Brown
Kennedy Playground Committee
Second Annual Giving Tree to benefit The Santa Foundation
The United Regional Young Professionals Organization (YPO), a group of young professionals having an interest in social and business networking, community involvement, and professional development; is proud to announce their second annual Giving Tree collection efforts for The Santa Foundation.
With the holidays quickly approaching and the giving season upon us, the YPO has created a Giving Tree collection drive to benefit The Santa Foundation. The tree has been set up at the Hampton Inn in Franklin, MA where patrons can collect an ornament to donate new hats, mittens or scarves for all ages. Can’t get to the Hampton Inn? Don’t worry; picking up an ornament isn’t required to donate.
Patrons can drop off all unwrapped donations to the Hampton Inn, 735 Union Street, Franklin, MA or to the United Regional Chamber of Commerce office at 42 Union Street, Attleboro, MA. Donations must be returned by December 9, 2011. Members of the YPO will deliver all of the items collected to The Santa Foundation after this date.
The Santa Foundation in Franklin, MA was established over 25 years ago to fulfill one goal - to provide gifts for families in need at Christmas time. 100% of all contributions, cash and gifts received go directly to local families in need. In 2010 alone, The Santa Foundation assisted over 700 families.
Back row, Left to right: Lori Suher, Phil Hickey, Chris Pintarich, Victoria Faunce
Front Row, Left to Right: Ron Groves, Amanda Culhane, Santa, Jen Osojnicki and Kaitlyn Pintarich
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