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Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Networking & Julia Cekala Charitable Foundation Event on February 19, 2014!
"start the ball rolling on gun legislation"
The MA House of Representatives task force on guns issued its report and recommendations.
Read the full article at: http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140203/NEWS/140209355#sthash.yrLZ4x6e.dpuf
All private firearms sales should be completed through a licensed dealer, live-fire training should be required for those seeking a license, and the state should comply in a limited capacity with the National Instant Background Check System, according to the long-awaited recommendations of a team of experts advising House Speaker Robert DeLeo on gun policy.
While concluding that Massachusetts "already has some of the strongest gun laws in the nation," DeLeo's Committee to Reduce Gun Violence offered 44 recommendations on Monday to reduce gun violence and gun suicide, to improve public safety, and to standardize gun licensure throughout the state.
"Virtually every gun begins as a legal gun, in the hands of someone who passed a background check," the task force wrote in a 23-page report, noting that most gun owners handle their weapons lawfully, and suicide is the leading cause of gun deaths.
Read the full article at: http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140203/NEWS/140209355#sthash.yrLZ4x6e.dpuf
Monday, February 3, 2014
Friendly reminder: Library Lovers Month - what is your favorite book?
There are only a few entries thus far... maybe you missed this the first time around. This will be open throughout the month of February. The Friends of the Library will post the results on their Facebook page. (If you haven't found them on Facebook, click here)
Entries will be accepted until Feb 28, 2014.
As you submit your entry, you'll have the opportunity to view the other entries.
To help celebrate February as "Library Lovers Month", the Friends of Franklin Library (FoFL) would like to know what your favorite book is, and why (just a couple of sentences). It can be a book you read recently, or one you read years ago. Maybe you have a favorite author you can tell us about. Who knows, maybe we'll each find a new book or author to enjoy!
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| Ben Franklin reading outside the Franklin Library |
Entries will be accepted until Feb 28, 2014.
As you submit your entry, you'll have the opportunity to view the other entries.
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"A business built on referrals" (Just ask a neighbor)
In the News: Feehan science fair
Bishop Feehan High School recently announced the winners of its annual Science Fair that included Franklin residents Sydney Maika, Christopher Chou and Marissa Fontaine.See more at: http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140203/NEWS/140209524#sthash.KNWU20gy.dpuf
Sunday, February 2, 2014
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Feb 5, 2014
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
January 22, 2014, Executive Session
B. 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 Franklin Matters.
C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
D. CITIZEN COMMENTS
E. APPOINTMENTS
F. HEARINGS
G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
Financial Forecast – Jeffrey Nutting
I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Bylaw Amendment 14-727: Amendment to Chapter 47, Alcoholic Beverages – 2nd Reading
2. Bylaw Amendment 14-729: Amendment to Chapter 179-9.1, Exhibit A, Water System Map - 2nd Reading
3. Bylaw Amendment 14-730: Amendment to Chapter 139-14, Exhibit A, Sewer System Map – 2nd 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
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| Franklin Municipal Building |
The set of documents released for this agenda can be found on the Franklin webpage here
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2014/020514.pdf
"It’s quite an important service"
The Milford Daily News has an article on regional transportation. In the article it mentions the GATRA bus that services Franklin.
You ca read the full article here:
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140202/NEWS/140209634/1994/NEWS/?tag=2#sthash.BOupOlAs.dpuf
Information on the Franklin Area Bus, can be found on the GATRA page here
http://www.gatra.org/index.php/routes/bellingham-franklin/franklin-area-bus/
The Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority, meanwhile, has bus routes that serve Franklin, Bellingham and Medway. Ridership on those three routes grew from about 27,400 in 2011 to 29,700 in 2012.
Mary Basilone, the mobility manager for the authority, said local leaders and her agency saw a need to transport commuters, seniors, college students and others and started routes to meet that demand.
She said her agency would like to improve connections with other regional transit authorities and enhance night and weekend service, but it needs funding to do so.
She acknowledged there are competing interests for transportation money as state leaders work to improve bridges and roads in addition to public transit.
You ca read the full article here:
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140202/NEWS/140209634/1994/NEWS/?tag=2#sthash.BOupOlAs.dpuf
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| In Aug 2009, the Franklin Area Bus was wrapped in Dean College colors |
Information on the Franklin Area Bus, can be found on the GATRA page here
http://www.gatra.org/index.php/routes/bellingham-franklin/franklin-area-bus/
Franklin Food Pantry: current needs
If you would like some donation ideas that can help to fill some gaps in our current supply:
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| Franklin Food Pantry, 43 West Central St |
Healthy Future Shelves
- Gluten Free
- Quinoa
- Dry spices and herbs
- Vinegar
- Olive or canola oil
Nonfood shelves
- Toothbrushes
- Shaving Cream/Gels
- Deodorant
- All Purpose Cleaners
Food shelves
- Canned Ravioli
- Canned Fruit
- Cereal
These items can be dropped off at the Food Pantry during our open hours Tue - Fri from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Or left in the box at the entrance to to Food Pantry. Please don't leave liquid items in the box when it is really cold. Thank you!
Franklin takes Hockomock Wrestling Chamionship
From HockomockSports.com:
On Saturday, the Franklin wrestling team added a team title at the Hockomock Championships to the league title that the Panthers had earned during the dual meet season. Franklin had five individuals bring home Hockomock titles and garnered 256 points as a team to hold off rival North Attleboro (225 points) to win the team crown at the meet, which was held at Oliver Ames.
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| Franklin Public Schools - home of the Panthers |
Stoughton finished in third place with 167 points and was the top Davenport team, beating out the host Tigers by 13 points.
Franklin head coach Carmine Callace noted that the Panthers had 13 of their 14 entrants place. The lone Franklin wrestler not to place was Pat Glynn, but he also picked up two wins by pin to help the team’s overall score.
“We do have a lot of depth; we do and that really helps,” Collace explained. “Today was a real team effort because we had some tough matches in the semis, but nobody got down on themselves and they all battled back.”You can read the full article here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/1/post/2014/02/hockomock-wrestling-championship-2014-blog.html
"How can I help get them off the streets?" (video)
For six years, Michael Leoni has documented the lives of homeless teenagers living in Los Angeles, interviewing nearly 400 for a film that he hopes shines a light on the problem.
Still unfinished, the film, "American Street Kid," depicts young people trying to survive life on the streets.
Through the course of filming — compiling hundreds of hours — the Franklin High School graduate found himself nearly homeless once and had to cope with the deaths of two of the teenagers he aimed to help.
Despite the adversity, Leoni, born Michael Leon, won’t stop until the film is released.
"It’s really, really, tough subject matter," Leoni said in a recent telephone interview from Los Angeles. "We’ve kept going, and now we’ve got to see the hope."
You can finish reading the full artcile here: http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140202/NEWS/140209631/1994/NEWS#sthash.isD2TXHS.dpuf
You can view the promo video here (7 minutes)
and find our more about American Street Kid here
http://www.americanstreetkid.com/
Saturday, February 1, 2014
Franklin Library: "Levers and Pulleys and Gears ... Oh My"
The Franklin Public Library is holding a new series of sessions for students in the 1st through 4th grades. "Levers and Pulleys and Gears ... Oh My!"
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| Franklin Public Library "Levers and Pulleys and Gears ... Oh My!" |
Registration for this is required, and you can do so at this link:
FSPA to Present the Hit Family Musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!
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Franklin Performing Arts Company uses Vendini for ticketing, marketing, and box office management.
Franklin Performing Arts Company - PO Box 16, Franklin, MA, 02038, (508) 528-8668
Vendini, Inc. - 660 Market Street, San Francisco, CA, 94104, 1 (800) 901-7173
View as a web page.
In the News: medical marijuana, Franklin actress
Milford site approved for medical marijuana dispensary
Franklin actress returns to local stage in 'Fox on the Fairway'
Milford made the cut for one of the first licensed medical marijuana dispensaries in the state on Friday, but five applicants from Framingham, one from Shrewsbury and a pair from Franklin came up stone cold.
The state Department of Public Health, through the Massachusetts Medical Use of Marijuana Program, on Friday granted 20 provisional licenses to non-profit companies chosen during a competitive selection process that began last summer. They were chosen from a pool of 100 applicants
Franklin actress returns to local stage in 'Fox on the Fairway'
When the Walpole Footlighters open the comedy, "Fox on the Fairway", on Feb. 7, Franklin's Anne-Marie Weaver will be returning to their stage after a 12-ear hiatus.
The comedy is by the master of farce, Ken Ludwig, author of "Moon Over Buffalo" and "Lend Me a Tenor." This laugh-filled romp will run weekends until Feb. 23 at The Footlighters Playhouse on 2 Scout Rd., East Walpole.
Friday, January 31, 2014
Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 1/31/14 - THU 2/6/14
1/31 FRI 9:30am-7pm Learning Express Franklin - donating 10% of sales to Munroe Fund.
1/31 FRI 6:30pm-8:30pm Art Night Uncorked @ Franklin Art Center.
2/1 SAT 8am-11am Girls Softball/Boys Baseball Walk-In Registrations. Elks Lodge, Franklin.
2/1 SAT 9am-5pm New England Bonsai Gardens Re-Opening. Bellingham, MA.
2/1 SAT 1:30pm-2:30pm Coffee (or tea) & Craft for Adults @ Franklin Public Library. Create a Valentine's Day wreath.
2/2 SUN 1pm FPAC Concert Series: Ben Rudnick & Friends. FREE admission. 38 Main St., Franklin.
2/4 TUE 1:30pm Conversations About Dementia. Call to sign up: 508-520-4945. Franklin Senior Center.
2/4 TUE 7pm Finance Committee Mtg., Franklin Municipal Building, Council Chambers.
2/5 WED 7pm Town Council Mtg., Franklin Municipal Building, Council Chambers.
2/6 THU 6:30pm Report Card Info Session for Parmenter & Jefferson Schools. Parmenter School Library.
For more details click HERE and select the event of interest.
If you know of an event or have a suggestions for the calendar, please email Renata at Renata@BetterLivingRE.com.
1/31 FRI 6:30pm-8:30pm Art Night Uncorked @ Franklin Art Center.
2/1 SAT 8am-11am Girls Softball/Boys Baseball Walk-In Registrations. Elks Lodge, Franklin.
2/1 SAT 9am-5pm New England Bonsai Gardens Re-Opening. Bellingham, MA.
2/1 SAT 1:30pm-2:30pm Coffee (or tea) & Craft for Adults @ Franklin Public Library. Create a Valentine's Day wreath.
2/2 SUN 1pm FPAC Concert Series: Ben Rudnick & Friends. FREE admission. 38 Main St., Franklin.
2/4 TUE 1:30pm Conversations About Dementia. Call to sign up: 508-520-4945. Franklin Senior Center.
2/4 TUE 7pm Finance Committee Mtg., Franklin Municipal Building, Council Chambers.
2/5 WED 7pm Town Council Mtg., Franklin Municipal Building, Council Chambers.
2/6 THU 6:30pm Report Card Info Session for Parmenter & Jefferson Schools. Parmenter School Library.
For more details click HERE and select the event of interest.
If you know of an event or have a suggestions for the calendar, please email Renata at Renata@BetterLivingRE.com.
Representative Roy Announces February Office Hours
Boston, MA -- State Representative Jeffrey Roy (D-Franklin) announced today that constituent office hours will be held in Franklin for the Month of February on the following day:
Franklin – Thursday, February 27th, 5:00-6:00 PM,
Franklin Municipal Building, Room 106 - 355 East Central Street Franklin, MA
Christopher Yancich, his legislative aide, will be accompanying him.
Representative Roy stated that all office hours are open to any residents of Franklin and Medway who may have questions or concerns that they wish to bring to his attention. Walk-ins are welcome; no appointment necessary. He looks forward to hearing from you.
He also invites all constituents to call him at his State House office at (617) 722-2400, stop by Room 134 in the State House, or email him at Jeffrey.Roy@MAhouse.gov.
In the News: medical marijuana, Tri-County robots
Medical marijuana license hopefuls will hear today
Franklin: Tri-County robotics team wins grant
Rina Cametti will be biting her nails today as she waits to learn if her new company will be one of the winners out of 180 other competitors vying for one of the state's new medical marijuana distribution licenses.
"I'm anxious to see the final decision," said Cametti, who started Baystate Medical Enterprises in Franklin to take advantage of the new law allowing limited distribution of medical pot. "I'm trying to be positive, but there are a lot of great applicants."
Franklin: Tri-County robotics team wins grant
The robotics team at Tri-County Vocational Technical High School has received a needed injection of funds to help propel its work on a robot designed to throw and catch a ball.
TE Connectivity, a Norwood manufacturer, has awarded Tri-County's team, founded in 2009, $13,750 through a corporate grant program. The company's manager of manufacturing, Bob Vozella, of Franklin, is a Tri-County graduate.
Thursday, January 30, 2014
Franklin Children's School preschool registration
Franklin Children's School preschool registration http://www.fcskids.com/
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| Franklin Children's School preschool registration |
State Grants Benefit Water Conservation Projects in Ashland, Franklin, Medway
EEA announces state grants for water conservation projects in Ashland, Franklin and Medway
(BOSTON, January 29, 2014) – Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rick Sullivan this week announced more than $1.1 million in grants to communities across the Commonwealth for water conservation and management projects, including over $222,000 locally in Ashland, Franklin and Medway.
"Conserving natural resources and improving access to clean, safe and affordable drinking water are critical issues in these communities and across the state," Senator Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) said. "These grants will help towns boost their water conservation efforts to best protect natural resources, while ensuring a sustainable, high-quality water supply going forward."
The grants are part of the EEA's Sustainable Water Management Initiative (SWMI), which seeks to improve degraded water resources and maintain healthy aquatic ecosystems. SWMI grants support projects that will improve the handling of wastewater and stormwater, conserve natural resources and ecosystem habitats, manage demand for water in municipalities and improve the water supply.
"Water resources are of great concern to residents of Franklin and Medway, particularly given our proximity to the Charles River," said Representative Jeffrey Roy (D-Franklin). "These grants will go a long way to enhancing water management in our area and the preservation of our waterways."
"I am pleased to see Franklin awarded this important grant," said Senator Richard Ross (R-Wrentham). "It will go great lengths toward improving efficiency in water management in the community."
"Ensuring we have clean water is an essential function of government," said Representative Tom Sannicandro (D-Ashland). "These grants are investing in clean water now so we have what we need 10, 20, 30 years down the road."
"In addition to advancing state and local water conservation partnerships across the region, this grant provides Medway with the resources to evaluate the source of water loss occurring in the town water system," said Representative John Fernandes (D-Milford). "Identifying and correcting that problem makes more water available for new and expanded development, which creates more revenue for the town."
The following local communities were awarded grants:
· Ashland: $67,455 for a wastewater analysis planning project to analyze the feasibility of constructing a wastewater treatment plant in Ashland.
· Franklin: $119,460 for regional evaluation of water management alternatives to reduce streamflow impacts in the Upper Charles River Watershed.
· Medway: $35,420 for a Demand Management Implementation Project that will conduct audits of both the Town's water system and the ten largest industrial, commercial and institutional water users served by the Town.
For more details on the SWMI grant program: www.mass.gov/eea/swm
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Live reporting - Zoning Workshop (part 2)
B. Areas for Discussion requested by Economic Development Committee
1. Increase areas for Multi-family Housing
why are discussing increasing areas for housing when we were discussing that this residential housing is costing us money
it is a difficult situation with the way the State is funding education.
about 1200 apartments and condos in Franklin
we have to fix zone 6 first, it doesn't really fit on the map, no one has asked for it
zone 6 had been stopped before because it was helping to drive the school population
multifamily zone doesn't discriminate between rental or condo
2. Increase areas for Commercial/ Business Developmentbrings up the RT 140 discussion again
what is the right area to increase commercial within the town
in the current industrial area downtown Thompson building, but then it is next to the train station and it is not prime for residential
Bernon Family trust owns the land near the town line past Garelick Dairy
be aware of issues where zones come together, home owners are used to the buffer
only 2% of the land is zoned commercial, 18% is zoned industrial, and 80% is zoned residential
re-write neighbor and put that on the map would address the need
what is the benefit of more commercial space? does it put more money in our pocket?
we need commercial/industrial more than residential. A property owner pays about $5K and one kid in the schools cost $10K
the only way you control what goes on in your neighborhood is to own the land
consider getting Garelick to Maple St to re-zone as commercial
discussion on Washington St property with industrial switched to residential
2. Other Proposed Zoning Changes
Commercial I Zoning District
- Amend the dimensional requirements for Commercial I in the Town’s Zoning By-law’s Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements
- Amend the Town’s Zoning Bylaw to require sufficient parking in the Commercial I zoning district.
zoning comparisons are hard to make from community to community, each has been so customized for the local requirements
consensus to leave C1 alone
meeting closed
Live reporting - Zoning Workshop
Present: Taberner, Dahlstrom, Vallee, Nutting, Pfeffer, Kelly,Williams, Padula, Halligan, other members of the Planning Board; some members of the Downtown Partnership, including Dean College
1. Proposed Zoning Map Changes
Alpine Row
discussion around changing some of the downtown section currently C1 to the Downtown Commercial zone, discussion around the three residences along Alpine, keeping them as they are as C1 and move along with the others to the downtown commercial zone
Josephine Street
the real question is should RT 140 be zoned commercial all the way... or do we keep the commercial where it is outside the direct downtown...
discussion on both sides for commercial and again for keeping it R4 (but cleaning up the lot lines)
if you re-zone it, it won't happen overnight.
if someone came in to buy the whole set, then they could come before the council to get a zoning change
Think of tomorrow, sometime that will be all commercial
1. Proposed Zoning Map Changes
Alpine Row
- Rezone properties along Alpine ROW currently zoned Commercial I to the Downtown Commercial Zoning District.
- Rezone properties currently zoned Commercial I along Alpine ROW to the General Residential V Zoning District
discussion around changing some of the downtown section currently C1 to the Downtown Commercial zone, discussion around the three residences along Alpine, keeping them as they are as C1 and move along with the others to the downtown commercial zone
Josephine Street
- Rezone properties along Josephine Street currently zoned Industrial to General Residential V.
discussion around some wet lands currently zoned industrial and suggestion to make it residential, shouldn't increase opportunity for residential due to the wet lands and lot size requirements. Two of the lots are already in the Town's hands as the owner didn't want to pay taxes on swamp
Cottage Street/Union Street Area
West Central Street, East of Beaver Street
Cottage Street/Union Street Area
- Rezone properties along Cottage Street and Union Street currently zoned Industrial and Business to Commercial I and or Commercial II.
West Central Street, East of Beaver Street
- Rezone properties along the south side of West Central Street from Beaver Street east (approximately .15 miles) to General Residential V.
proposed clean up of property lines, some are lingering from prior years clean up efforts. The zoning should align with the property lines
discussion on both sides for commercial and again for keeping it R4 (but cleaning up the lot lines)
if you re-zone it, it won't happen overnight.
if someone came in to buy the whole set, then they could come before the council to get a zoning change
Think of tomorrow, sometime that will be all commercial
Girls Softball - Boys Baseball Registration
Saturday, 8:30 to 11:30 at the Elks Club or online http://www.franklinyouthbaseball.com/
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| Girls Softball - Boys Baseball Registration |
Hockomock YMCA: one-day, free introductory classes - Feb 9th
The Hockomock Area YMCA will offer one-day, free introductory classes in swimming, sports, gymnastics, and enrichment on Sunday February 9th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at its branch on 45 Forge Hill Road in Franklin. These 30-minute classes will be taught by YMCA expert coaches and include programs in Sports like parent-child All-Star Kids and Football Rookies; parent-child swim classes as well as preschool and school age aquatics; and in Gymnastics, including Boys Super Heroes. Also in Arts & Enrichment, we are offering sampling classes in Me, Mommy & Music, Junior Chef, and Little Wizards. All in the community are invited to attend and sample a variety of the programs available year-round at the Hockomock Area YMCA’s full facilities in Foxborough, Franklin, and North Attleboro.
The Y is about youth development: we strive to help children and teens reach their full potential by helping them grow—physically, mentally and socially—from young children into engaged, active members of their communities.
“This event is a great way for kids who have never been in the water or in a sports class to get comfortable with the experience and to begin to develop life skills and interests,” says Jim Downs, VP of Operations at the Hockomock Area YMCA. “Or, if your child wants to try a new program, you’ll find dozens of options in a fun, supportive environment,” he adds.
Getting out on a winter afternoon – for a fun YMCA experience – brings huge rewards. Through Y programs, kids have the opportunity to find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and memories. And, of course, it’s fun too.
“Over the years, thousands of children have learned lifelong skills at the Y and we are proud to be able to continue to make events like this available,” Downs says. “It’s really part of the important role the Y plays in our community.”
Call or stop by to pick up a schedule of classes that will be offered for kids age 2-11. Signups will be available starting at noon the day of the event. For more information on the February 9th event or programs offered at the Y, please call 508-528-8708 or visit hockymca.org.
About Hockomock Area YMCA:
The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility. With over 33,000 members, half under the age of 18, their promise is to partner and collaborate with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities they are privileged to serve. Their programs and activities emphasize the development of the whole person in spirit, mind, and body and are available to all individuals regardless of their ability to pay.
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| explore the YMCA |
“This event is a great way for kids who have never been in the water or in a sports class to get comfortable with the experience and to begin to develop life skills and interests,” says Jim Downs, VP of Operations at the Hockomock Area YMCA. “Or, if your child wants to try a new program, you’ll find dozens of options in a fun, supportive environment,” he adds.
Getting out on a winter afternoon – for a fun YMCA experience – brings huge rewards. Through Y programs, kids have the opportunity to find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and memories. And, of course, it’s fun too.
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| Explore the YMCA |
Call or stop by to pick up a schedule of classes that will be offered for kids age 2-11. Signups will be available starting at noon the day of the event. For more information on the February 9th event or programs offered at the Y, please call 508-528-8708 or visit hockymca.org.
About Hockomock Area YMCA:
The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility. With over 33,000 members, half under the age of 18, their promise is to partner and collaborate with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities they are privileged to serve. Their programs and activities emphasize the development of the whole person in spirit, mind, and body and are available to all individuals regardless of their ability to pay.
Electric Youth to Rock Showcase Live
Electric Youth 2014 will debut at Showcase Live, Patriot Place, in Foxboro on Friday, February 28 at 7:30 p.m. This annual fan-favorite performance offers high-powered family entertainment with music for all ages. Accompanied by an eight-piece band of world-class musicians, EY will deliver a fully choreographed show with an extensive repertoire of classic rock and contemporary pop music. Hear the best of Aerosmith, The Beatles, Beyonce, Kelly Clarkson, Michael Jackson, Bruno Mars, Frank Sinatra and more. Don't miss this exciting evening of timeless hits and non-stop entertainment!
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| Electric Youth performing |
Ticket prices are $18 for Loge Seats and $28 for Premium Seating. Tickets can be purchased at www.electricyouth.com. Call (508) 528-8668 to reserve a table for large parties. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for dinner and best seat selection.
"the wrong type of butter can secretly ruin your health"
Vani Hari, the Food Babe, writes:
Click through to view the product choices for healthy butter
http://foodbabe.com/2014/01/20/is-butter-secretly-ruining-your-health/
Land O'Lakes has been a brand staple in my household so we'll be shopping for a new brand
Land O’ Lakes was a staple in my household growing up. We’d use the whipped butter like it was nobody’s business – my mom would use it on her infamous parathas (Indian stuffed flat bread), in countless desserts and to make homemade ghee. Once I found out what was really happening at Land O’Lakes, my Mom and I had a little chat. I explained to her that Land O’Lakes is owned by a pro-GMO company called Dean Foods. Land O’Lakes co-developed genetically engineered alfalfa, directly contributing to the GMO animal feed supply. I also explained that Land O’Lakes contributed nearly $100,000 to the “No on I-522 Lobby” – the bill to label GMOs in Washington State. This is all on top of the fact that Land O’Lakes is not organic, raises their cows with growth hormones linked to cancer, antibiotics and harmful pesticide ridden GMO feed. I told my Mom she has to stop buying Land O’Lakes if we are going to change this world!
Knowing all these facts, plus the health risks of consuming GMOs, my Mom finally asked “what butter can I buy?” Well there are many brands out there that are light years ahead of Land O’Lakes. Here’s a Butter Buying Guide that will help you (and my Mama) navigate the butter aisle next time you hit the market
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| Food Babe: Butter Choices |
Click through to view the product choices for healthy butter
http://foodbabe.com/2014/01/20/is-butter-secretly-ruining-your-health/
Land O'Lakes has been a brand staple in my household so we'll be shopping for a new brand
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Franklin, MA; School Committee - Agenda - Jan 28, 2014
1. Routine Business
Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the January 14, 2014 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Clement
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: none
2. Guests/Presentations
a. Remington Middle School Update – Paul Peri, Brian Wildeman
b. District Improvement Plan (DIP)-Progress Report – Joyce Edwards
c. PARCC Update – Joyce Edwards
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/demystifying-core-standards.html
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/franklin-schools-mcas-and-parcc-test.html
d. Capital Plan
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/franklin-schools-capital-budget-planning.html
3. Discussion Only Items
Fuel Up Grant and Play 60 – M. Sabolinski, S. Winslow, M. Goodman
Policy – First Reading
1. KCDA– Memorial Commemorations
4. Action Items
a. I recommend adoption of the 2014-2015 School Calendar as presented at the 1/14/14 School Committee meeting with any changes discussed.
b. I recommend approval of the budget transfers as detailed.
c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $3500.00 from Gen Youth Foundation for a “Fuel Up Grant” for Parmenter Elementary School.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $4000.00 from Gen Youth Foundation for a “Fuel Up Grant” for FHS.
e. I recommend acceptance of a check for $4000.00 from Gen Youth Foundation for a “Fuel Up Grant” for Davis Thayer.
f. I recommend acceptance of a check for $3900.00 from Gen Youth Foundation for a “Fuel Up Grant” for Horace Mann.
g. I recommend acceptance of the donation of $1088.00 from various parents for the Music Dept.
h. I recommend acceptance of the donation of $225.00 from various parents for the Music Dept.
i. I recommend acceptance of a check for $2260.00 from the Franklin Music Boosters for the Music Dept.
j. I recommend acceptance of a check for $325.25 from All-American Publishing for the FHS Athletic Dept.
k. I recommend approval of the request to take Parmenter students to the Veteran’s Auditorium in Providence, RI on April 8, 2014 for a performance.
l. I recommend moving KCDA – Memorial Commemorations Policy to a second reading.
m. I recommend adoption of the FY14 Capital Plan.
n. I recommend approval of the request of Tony Joseph to take Keller Elementary School 5th graders to Roger Williams Zoo, Providence, RI on April 29, 2014 as detailed.
5. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
School Committee Liaison Reports
6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.
7. Executive Session
Contractual Negotiations
8. Adjourn
Downtown Zoning Workshop - Weds - Jan 29, 2014 - 7:00 PM
Downtown Zoning Workshop
Wednesday, January 29th at 7:00 pm
Town Hall-training room
The following will be discussed:
A. Zoning Changes as Recommended in 2013 Master Plan Implementation Plan
1. Proposed Zoning Map Changes
Alpine Row
- Rezone properties along Alpine ROW currently zoned Commercial I to the Downtown Commercial Zoning District.
- Rezone properties currently zoned Commercial I along Alpine ROW to the General Residential V Zoning District
Josephine Street
- Rezone properties along Josephine Street currently zoned Industrial to General Residential V.
- Rezone properties along Cottage Street and Union Street currently zoned Industrial and Business to Commercial I and or Commercial II.
West Central Street, East of Beaver Street
- Rezone properties along the south side of West Central Street from Beaver Street east (approximately .15 miles) to General Residential V.
2. Other Proposed Zoning Changes
Commercial I Zoning District
- Amend the dimensional requirements for Commercial I in the Town’s Zoning By-law’s Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage, Yard and Height Requirements
- Amend the Town’s Zoning Bylaw to require sufficient parking in the Commercial I zoning district.
B. Areas for Discussion requested by Economic Development Committee
1. Increase areas for Multi-family Housing
2. Increase areas for Commercial/ Business Development
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"165 earning passing marks"
Milford Daily News reports that 230 candidates took the test last week to get on the list for the Franklin Police Dept. They are looking to hire one more police officer to bring their total to 45. The decision to hire will likely be approved as part of the FY 2015 budget cycle which will begin with Finance Committee budget hearings in Mar/Apr and commence with a Town Council decision in June.
See more at: http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140128/NEWS/140126580#sthash.KHY02puU.dpuf
Pleased with the turnout on test day, Semerjian said the candidates’ level of experience could vary.
"We may see people with extensive police experience, we may have part-time officers from other agencies, and we may have green candidates who have to be sent through the academy," he said.
Not until the department receives an OK from the council on its request to hire one officer will it begin reviewing and winnowing down the list of candidates who passed the exam, which remains valid for three years.
Already, the Police Exam Solutions test process has proven faster than the Civil Service system in terms of releasing results, Semerijian said. For results from the Civil Service exam, he said, the department would have faced up to a six-month wait.
See more at: http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140128/NEWS/140126580#sthash.KHY02puU.dpuf
Franklin Schools: Capital Budget planning
The school Committee is scheduled to discuss their capital budget submission to the town this evening. The budget is in two parts, one for facilities and one for technology.
Facilities
Technology
The full agenda for the meeting can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-jan_28.html
Facilities
Technology
The full agenda for the meeting can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-jan_28.html
Franklin Schools: MCAS and PARCC test schedule
The MCAS and PARCC test schedule for the Franklin schools is scheduled for discussion Tuesday evening at the School Committee meeting.
The full agenda for the meeting can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-jan_28.html
The full agenda for the meeting can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-jan_28.html
"Demystifying the Core Standards"
"Demystifying the Core Standards" is the title of the presentation scheduled for the School Committee meeting Tuesday, Jan 28, 2014
The full agenda for the School Committee meeting can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-jan_28.html
The full agenda for the School Committee meeting can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-jan_28.html
Monday, January 27, 2014
Crossroads at the Town Common
The light snow Saturday night into Sunday was still drifting about with Sunday's breezes. The sidewalks approaching the bandstand on the Town Common marked a crossroads on Sunday morning.
Stay warm!
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Stay warm!
Culinary Cabaret 2014
CALLING ALL FOODIES!
Don't Miss the Fantastic and Flavorful Culinary Cabaret 2014!
Mark your calendars for Culinary Cabaret 2014, to be held on Friday, March 7 from 7-10 p.m. at Clarke Luxury Showroom in Milford! The third annual signature food and wine event showcases the culinary and performing arts, featuring inspired cuisine and creative cooking demonstrations by area chefs and culinarians.
Culinary Cabaret
Electric Youth will headline the evening's entertainment. Savor fine wines and delicious appetizers and dishes from Artistry Kitchen, Culinary Underground, Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse, J & L Catering, Not Your Average Joes - Westborough, Prezo, Tavolino, Whole Foods Market, 3 Restaurant and more.
Clarke features a kitchen-theater classroom and gallery of designer kitchens, providing an award-winning setting and inventive backdrop to eat, drink, learn and celebrate. Enjoy a special evening out with family and friends!
Tickets are $75 and are available for purchase now at www.fpaconline.com. Proceeds will benefit Electric Youth and the ensemble's 2014 European concert tour, featuring a July 4th performance for U.S. troops.
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