Franklin, MA
Friday, July 16, 2010
Main St Construction
In case you missed the notice that construction on Main St began this week, you would find the following signs as you approached the Post Office heading to Dean College and the Library.
Franklin, MA
Franklin, MA
Massachusetts ballot questions announced by secretary of state
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via The Milford Daily News News RSS by GateHouse Media, Inc. on 7/15/10
Expect to hear a lot in the coming months about Questions 1, 2 and 3. Massachusetts voters in November will decide the fate of questions slashing the sales tax rate to 3 percent from 6.25 percent, overturning last summer's new tax on retail alcohol sales and repealing the state's comprehensive permit law known as Chapter 40B.
Secretary of State William Galvin on Thursday announced the numbers attached to each question.
- The alcohol sales tax repeal question will be Question 1,
- The comprehensive permit law repeal is Question 2 and
- The initiative petition to reduce the sales tax to 3 percent will be Question 3.
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Thursday, July 15, 2010
MBTA New Commuter Rail Locomotive Purchase
Local commuters on the Franklin Line will have some light at the end of the tunnel for better service in 2013.
The MBTA Board of Directors has approved the purchase of 20 new diesel electric locomotives for commuter rail service. The $114.6 million contract with Motive Power Inc. of Boise, Idaho will deliver the new locomotives beginning in 2013.
The acquisition of new locomotives is a high priority for the MBTA and is a critical element in improving commuter rail performance and service.
The MBTA operates a fleet of 80 revenue service locomotives, the oldest of which were manufactured between 1978 and 1980. Overhauled in 1989, these locomotives were programmed for retirement in 2005. The purchase will allow the MBTA to remove the 20 oldest and least reliable locomotives from service, eliminating associated armature and traction motor failures.
In addition to realizing increased reliability, the MBTA will significantly reduce locomotive emissions. The new units will be required to meet "Tier 3" emission standards as regulated by the EPA. Advancing the delivery of this cleaner technology will reduce fuel consumption by approximately 730,000 gallons per year and will reduce the following in emissions per year; particulate Matter – 26 tons, Hydrocarbons – 38 tons, and Oxides of Nitrogen – by 924 tons. The reduction in fuel consumption will save an estimated $1.5 million annually. Visit MBTA on the web to learn more and purchase commuter rail tickets.
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MBTA New Commuter Rail Locomotive Purchase
via Commonwealth Conversations: Transportation by Klark Jessen on 7/15/10
The MBTA Board of Directors has approved the purchase of 20 new diesel electric locomotives for commuter rail service. The $114.6 million contract with Motive Power Inc. of Boise, Idaho will deliver the new locomotives beginning in 2013.The acquisition of new locomotives is a high priority for the MBTA and is a critical element in improving commuter rail performance and service.
The MBTA operates a fleet of 80 revenue service locomotives, the oldest of which were manufactured between 1978 and 1980. Overhauled in 1989, these locomotives were programmed for retirement in 2005. The purchase will allow the MBTA to remove the 20 oldest and least reliable locomotives from service, eliminating associated armature and traction motor failures.
In addition to realizing increased reliability, the MBTA will significantly reduce locomotive emissions. The new units will be required to meet "Tier 3" emission standards as regulated by the EPA. Advancing the delivery of this cleaner technology will reduce fuel consumption by approximately 730,000 gallons per year and will reduce the following in emissions per year; particulate Matter – 26 tons, Hydrocarbons – 38 tons, and Oxides of Nitrogen – by 924 tons. The reduction in fuel consumption will save an estimated $1.5 million annually. Visit MBTA on the web to learn more and purchase commuter rail tickets.
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New MBTA trains to be added to Framingham, Franklin lines
Facts At a Glance: Massachusetts Ranks 31st in Taxes in FY 2008
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Franklin, MA: new recycle process video
The DPW have posted a new video on the Franklin, MA website You can view it here, or navigate the the DPW Recyle page to download a copy of your own to view.
http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_Recycling/index
The video depicting the automated pick up process can be found here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaCm59t0nbU
Note: The truck picks up one kind of barrel each time it comes by. Once for recycling (Yellow cover) and once for trash (Black cover).
http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_Recycling/index
The video depicting the automated pick up process can be found here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaCm59t0nbU
Note: The truck picks up one kind of barrel each time it comes by. Once for recycling (Yellow cover) and once for trash (Black cover).
Franklin, MA: road construction update
Main Street and Lincoln Street from Emmons Street to Moore Avenue will be under construction starting July 15, 2010 to October 2010 for the construction of a new water main. Motorist should expect delays and detours during this time.
Originally posted on the Franklin, MA website here
http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_News/015BA046-000F8513
Have you done any travel out of the state of MA this summer? We are lucky to only have a few roads under construction this summer. Why? Franklin continues to save money and avoid repairs until government funding becomes available because Franklin taxpayers can't find a way to pay for their own road repair.
Oh and this is government funding (capital and road improvement grants) that would not have been available for operational expenses like teachers or police dispatchers.
Originally posted on the Franklin, MA website here
http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_News/015BA046-000F8513
Have you done any travel out of the state of MA this summer? We are lucky to only have a few roads under construction this summer. Why? Franklin continues to save money and avoid repairs until government funding becomes available because Franklin taxpayers can't find a way to pay for their own road repair.
Oh and this is government funding (capital and road improvement grants) that would not have been available for operational expenses like teachers or police dispatchers.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Reminder: Don't Forget to Attend the July 14th Wine Tasting!
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Franklin, MA: Town committee/board openings
The following Boards have vacancies. If you are interested please complete a committee appointment request form which can be obtained from the Town Clerk’s office located on the first floor of the Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street or downloaded from the Town Clerk’s web page.Click here for form
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This was originally posted on the Franklin, MA website here
http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_News/015B9553-000F8513
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Third Thursday - July 15th
The Franklin Downtown Partnership will host its next Third Thursday event July 15 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with two participating merchants spotlighting artists and others celebrating Christmas in July.
Jane’s Frames, 11 East Central Street, will host an Artist’s Reception beginning at 4 p.m. featuring fine art photography by Cariappa Annaiah. Also that evening, Jean Blake White will be hosting an exhibition of her artwork at Café Dolce, where she’ll be on hand to talk about her work and the Franklin Art Association. As usual, there also will be live music for visitors to enjoy.
Emma’s Quilt Cupboard on Main Street and Part Paints N’ Pottery on East Central Street will be celebrating Christmas in July. At the pottery studio visitors can paint Christmas ornaments while enjoying gingersnaps and mulled cider.
Also that evening the Franklin Historical Museum will be open for tours from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and other businesses will feature specials as well. Come learn about Franklin history and enjoy downtown.
The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a group of community leaders, business owners and residents whose mission is the economic revival of Franklin’s downtown.
The public is invited to the Partnership’s next general meeting on Thursday, July 15, at 8:30 a.m. at Dean College.
The next scheduled events are Third Thursday, August 19th and the Harvest Festival, September 26th. The deadline for festival crafters registration is August 15th.
For more information please contact Executive Director Lisa Piana at (774)571-3109 or downtown.franklin@yahoo.com.
Franklin, MA
Jane’s Frames, 11 East Central Street, will host an Artist’s Reception beginning at 4 p.m. featuring fine art photography by Cariappa Annaiah. Also that evening, Jean Blake White will be hosting an exhibition of her artwork at Café Dolce, where she’ll be on hand to talk about her work and the Franklin Art Association. As usual, there also will be live music for visitors to enjoy.
Emma’s Quilt Cupboard on Main Street and Part Paints N’ Pottery on East Central Street will be celebrating Christmas in July. At the pottery studio visitors can paint Christmas ornaments while enjoying gingersnaps and mulled cider.
Also that evening the Franklin Historical Museum will be open for tours from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and other businesses will feature specials as well. Come learn about Franklin history and enjoy downtown.
The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a group of community leaders, business owners and residents whose mission is the economic revival of Franklin’s downtown.
The public is invited to the Partnership’s next general meeting on Thursday, July 15, at 8:30 a.m. at Dean College.
The next scheduled events are Third Thursday, August 19th and the Harvest Festival, September 26th. The deadline for festival crafters registration is August 15th.
For more information please contact Executive Director Lisa Piana at (774)571-3109 or downtown.franklin@yahoo.com.
Franklin, MA
Monday, July 12, 2010
Franklin Area Blogs: Lydia, oh, Lydia!
In the whole group of the Franklin Area Blogs, there is one where humor is king, rather queen; Lydia Oh Lydia!
Lydia's blogger description tell us that she is
The most recent updates from Lydia can be found in the Franklin Area Blogs section, along the far right column here on Franklin Matters.
Click through to visit Lydia when you need that laugh and let Lydia know you heard about her here!
Enjoy!
Franklin, MA
Lydia's blogger description tell us that she is
"a fat eccentric suburban soccer mom takes you along on all her hilarious adventures. She along with her crazy kids, and an odd cast of characters raise hell in their quiet idyllic New England town. Lydia is a brilliant satirist...She is the crazy suburban mom you wished lived next door! No need to shave your legs before you read this blog. Lydia Dustin's blog Lydia Oh Lydia Copyright © Blog All rights reserved. Republication or redistribution of content, text, or image is strictly prohibited without prior written consent. The Lydia Oh Lydia Blog was launched by Lydia Dustin Kirchthurn in October, 2008."When you need a laugh, you only need to turn to Lydia.
The most recent updates from Lydia can be found in the Franklin Area Blogs section, along the far right column here on Franklin Matters.
Click through to visit Lydia when you need that laugh and let Lydia know you heard about her here!
Enjoy!
Franklin, MA
Sunday, July 11, 2010
wind power
out in Illinois, along i39 and IL ST 30, wind turbines amongst the corn and soybean fields are a glorious sight to see.
The turbine at St Mary's Abbey stands alone. These turbines are amongst dozens.
Franklin, MA
The turbine at St Mary's Abbey stands alone. These turbines are amongst dozens.
Franklin, MA
Franklin Area Blogs: scouts, reverend, and chiropractor services
We are getting to the 'one-of' kind of blogs that populate the remainder of my listing of Franklin Area Blogs.
First up is the Cub Scouts with Franklin Cub Scout Pack 126
Rev Charley Eastman, of the Franklin Federated Church, writes at Federated Rev
Dr Dan Van Roon, who runs a chiropractic service (yes, the same one who created a stir recently when he tried proposing to move to a new location at the corner of RT 140 and Jordan Road), writes frequently at Van Roon Chiropractic
The most recent updates from each of these blogs can be found in the Franklin Area Blogs section, along the far right column here on Franklin Matters.
Click through to visit them from time to time and let them know you heard about them here!
Enjoy!
Franklin, MA
First up is the Cub Scouts with Franklin Cub Scout Pack 126
Rev Charley Eastman, of the Franklin Federated Church, writes at Federated Rev
Dr Dan Van Roon, who runs a chiropractic service (yes, the same one who created a stir recently when he tried proposing to move to a new location at the corner of RT 140 and Jordan Road), writes frequently at Van Roon Chiropractic
The most recent updates from each of these blogs can be found in the Franklin Area Blogs section, along the far right column here on Franklin Matters.
Click through to visit them from time to time and let them know you heard about them here!
Enjoy!
Franklin, MA
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