Franklin Matters

Monday, November 27, 2017

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: Register O'Donnell Warns Homeowners About Deed Scam

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

Register O'Donnell Warns Homeowners About Deed Scam

Continuing his efforts to combat consumer fraud, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell is once again advising county residents to disregard a direct-mail solicitation offering them a certified copy of their property deed for an outrageous fee of anywhere from $59.50-$83.00.

Register O'Donnell stated, "There is a California company that continues to send direct-mail solicitations to unsuspecting homeowners asking them to send a check for $83.00 in order to receive a copy of their deed. If a consumer knew that the Registry of Deeds would provide them the same certified copy of a property deed for a charge of only $1.00 per page, plus an additional $1.00 for postage, they would never agree to pay such an outrageous fee for service. The average price for a mailed homeowner's deed by the Registry (usually two pages) is $3.00."

"These solicitations," noted O'Donnell, "are labeled Recorded Deed Notice and request that the homeowner forward a check in the amount of $83.00 for a copy of their deed. The Registry has been contacted by many who have received this solicitation. Do not fall for this scam."

Register O'Donnell concluded, "As I stated in a recent WHDH-TV Channel 7 news report with reporter Hank Phillippi Ryan, while the practice may be legal, it's certainly not ethical. From my perspective, this is a scam being perpetrated against hard working Norfolk County residents, many of whom are first-time homeowners or elderly. Consumers are interpreting these notices as a bill, since they are affixed with a due date. I again urge in the strongest terms that Norfolk County citizens not let themselves fall prey to these types of misleading deed scam advertisements."

To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds.

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street, Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.

Register William P. O'Donnell

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org

phone: 781-234-3336

web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street,Dedham,MA 02026-1831

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Sunday, November 26, 2017

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Nov 29, 2017

The published agenda and documents for the Franklin Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 29, 2017

(Note: where there are active links in the agenda item, it will take you to the associated document)

You can also find the full set of documents in one PDF (83 pages)

http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/november_29_agenda_0.pdf

Agenda Item	Summary

A. Approval of Minutes	A. Approval of Minutes - October 11, 2017, October 25, 2017
B. Announcements	B. Announcements - This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon channel 29. This meeting may also be recorded by others.
C. Proclamations/Recognitions	C. Proclamations/Recognitions
D. Citizen Comments	D. Citizen Comments - Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to five minutes on a matter that is not on the Agenda. The Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter.
E. Appointments	E. Appointments - Cultural District Committee
F. Hearings	F. Hearings - Public Hearing - 7:10 pm 1. Tax Classification Hearing
G. License Transactions	G. License Transactions
H. Presentations/Discussions	H. Presentations/Discussions - Snow and Ice Presentation - Brutus Cantoreggi
I. Subcommittee Reports	I. Subcommittee Reports
J. Legislation for Action	J. Legislation for Action 1. Resolution 17-70: Classification Tax Allocation - Residential Factor 2. Resolution 17-71: Classification Tax Allocation - Open Space Exemption 3. Resolution 17-72: Classification Tax Allocation - Small Business Exemption 4. Resolution 17-73: Classification Tax Allocation - Residential Property Exemption
K. Town Administrator's Report	K. Town Administrator's Report
L. Future Agenda Items	L. Future Agenda Items
M. Council Comments	M. Council Comments
N. Executive Session	N. Executive Session - None
O. Adjourn	O. Adjourn

You can also find the Franklin Council District appointment information here
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1K4qNSFXA1TrRiKDnVJkkPc0O4dmP5ewQ

The DPW update on snow and ice in advance of the winter season:

Franklin (MA) DPW Snow/Ice Presentation - 2017 from Franklin Matters

How much snow will we get this winter is an open question? How well prepared are we to deal with is will be answered at the Town Council meeting Wednesday, Nov 29

Turkey Trot 5K results - #givingTuesday - Franklin Food Pantry

The Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving morning was quite successful. 860 finished running and walking the course to raise money for the Franklin Food Pantry.

The complete results can be found online
http://my2.raceresult.com/86272/#1_90AFFD

or download the PDF version here
http://my2.raceresult.com/86272/RRPublish/pdf.php?name=Result%20Lists%7COVERALL%20RESULTS%20-%20TO%20PRINT&contest=1&lang=en

set up for the runner /walker arrivals and check ins

almost 1,000 ready to start

friends finishing together

"November 28 is #GivingTuesday. Following the retail events of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this national day of giving is a chance to give back to those in need. It is a chance to give hope to those who are struggling to have enough to eat. Having enough food gives hope to our clients that they will not be too hungry to focus on all the things that matter.

Like getting homework done after school. Having the energy to job hunt. Being able to afford heat. Making friends.

Every bag of groceries our clients bring home is full of hope. More than 1,000 people, including nearly 300 children, count on the Pantry during the year to help make ends meet.

We hope to raise enough funds to fill 1,000 bags of groceries. You can give the gift of hope now with our #GivingTuesday online donation form.

Thank you for helping our neighbors, your community. They are counting on us.

The online form to donate to the Franklin Food Pantry for #Giving Tuesday can be found here
https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E188424&id=9

“We’ve developed a pretty unique model to make sure everyone is successful"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Dining out with children can often be a challenge but even more so when those children are autistic.

Santa will be sitting down for lunch with the families of children with autism at the 45 Restaurant on Sunday Dec. 3, to give everyone to a chance to spend time with the big guy before Christmas.

Local nonprofit, Autism Eats, will host the lunch at the 45 Restaurant on 45 Milford St., from noon to 2 p.m. The meal costs $21 for adults and $15 for children. Reservations are required, and space is limited. Payments are made online beforehand.

The event will be held in a private section of the restaurant, and food will be set up buffet style, so there’s no waiting."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171125/opening-doors-to-autistic-children

Make your reservations online
https://bostonwebcreative.wufoo.com/forms/r1h0te2l0x42jv7/

Meet Santa at this very special Autism Eats-
Dell True Ability holiday lunch event - Dec 3

For more about the non-profit organization Autism Eats visit their webpage

http://www.autismeats.org/

With #givingTuesday approaching consider a donation to this cause

http://www.autismeats.org/#page_donate

Saturday, November 25, 2017

“Now, the common is really decorated nicely”

You can get Santa twice this weekend. Saturday in Bellingham and Sunday in Franklin. From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Santa Claus will take a quick jaunt through Bellingham Saturday evening before being delivered to the town common for a lighting ceremony involving hot cocoa, holiday songs and seasonal cheer.

Santa’s journey will start at 5:25 p.m. at the Bellingham Middle School, and he will be escorted along South Main Street to the common. Local residents are invited to join the escort or view the procession along the route while students hand out candy canes.

Santa’s quick trip to the common is organized by the Bellingham Lions Club.

The lighting itself - which begins at 6 p.m. - is a tradition that dates back to the establishment of the town common 20 years ago. Town Common Trustee Chairwoman Joanne Arcand said the ceremony had grown a lot over the years."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171124/bellingham-town-common-lighting-set-for-saturday

Reminder: The Committee For Concerts on the Common presents The Annual Christmas on the Common Sunday, November 26, 2017 - 4:00 PM

Annual Christmas on the Common - Sunday, Nov 28 - 4:00 PM

Additional info on Franklin's event can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/11/annual-christmas-on-common-sunday-nov.html

Small Business Saturday - Nov 25, 2017

While American Express helps to celebrate Small Business Saturday, many of us know how important it is to shop local and #shopFranklin all year.

Small Business Saturday is a holiday shopping tradition that happens every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

Founded by American Express in 2010, this nationwide movement helps bring attention to the importance of supporting small businesses in communities across America.

There are plenty of small business to wisely spread your dollars around.

View the Franklin map to see the small businesses identified by American Express

https://www.americanexpress.com/us/small-business/shop-small/maps/near=Franklin,MA,02038/cl=42.0697133,-71.38836350000001?linknav=us-open-shopsmall-globalheader-map&lang=en-US

Small Business Saturday - Nov 25, 2017

Franklin Garden Club - Annual Holiday Auction - Dec 5

For the first time, the Franklin Garden Club will open its annual Holiday Auction to the public. The event will take place on Tuesday, December 5, beginning at 6:00 PM. at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street, Franklin.

A Silent Auction will run from 6:00 – 7:00 PM followed by a live auction beginning at 7:15 PM. Appetizers and desserts will be served throughout the evening.

The auction will feature a wide variety of holiday items made by Franklin Garden Club members, as well as other donated articles. Items will include beautiful live flower and evergreen arrangements, holiday decorations, baked goods, and other types of home and garden items.

“The auction is a wonderful way to jump start your holiday decorating and purchase gifts for friends and family,” noted Janice Cederquist and Mary Anne Dean, co-presidents of the Garden Club.

All proceeds from the auction help to support the Club’s community activities, which include the awarding of a scholarship to a graduating high school student, the distribution of pine tree seedlings to Franklin first graders to mark Arbor Day, and maintenance of the Franklin Town Common Garden in partnership with the Town.

The Franklin Garden Club, founded in 1987, is a member of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts.

Franklin Garden Club - Annual Holiday Auction - Dec 5

Franklin Library: Paul Speidel Blues & Jazz Trio, Nov 29

The Paul Speidel Blues and Jazz Trio will be performing at the Franklin Public Library Wednesday, November 29 at 6:30 p.m. For over twenty years, Paul Speidel has been performing at major clubs and festivals in the Greater Boston area, such as Scullers, Ryles, Johnny D's, Acton Jazz Cafe, and many others.

He taught Jazz and Blues in the Newton Public Schools during this time, and has presented music programs at public and private venues for just as long. Last year, he had the privilege of performing live on WBUR’s “Radio Boston” program to nearly 500,000 listeners, and has appeared on countless other area radio shows over the years.

With nine CDs to his credit, Paul’s recordings have been critically recognized nationally, including a 3½ star review in Downbeat in 2011. His credits also include performances with Patti Page, Howard Alden, Jay Geils, Duke Robillard, James Montgomery and Shirley Lewis, to name just a few…

“Speidel shines with calibrated, elevated playing that draws on his muse and on a congenital sense of what makes sense musically…Three and a half stars!” – Frank-John Hadley, Downbeat Magazine (July 2011)

“Love it! One of the finest guitarists out there…So great having you on the show. You’re terrific!” (Jordan Rich, WBZ-1030, Boston)

"Paul Speidel's guitar playing is impressive. He manages to mix blues and jazz and funk naturally and effortlessly. The band is tight and the songs are strong. If you haven't seen Paul, you're missing out on something special right here in Boston!” --Dana Marshall (DJ, Program Manager,WXRV 92.5-FM The River)

Franklin Library: Paul Speidel Blues & Jazz Trio, Nov 29

This was shared from the Franklin Library webpage
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/11/paul-speidel-blues-jazz-trio-wednesday.html

For more about Paul Speidel visit his webpage http://www.paulspeidelband.com/

Friday, November 24, 2017

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 11/24/17 - THU 11/30/17

FRIDAY 11/24/17
7:30pm Flashback Friday @THE BLACK BOX

SATURDAY 11/25/17
10-1pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
7:30pm Christmas Handbell Concert @ Franklin Federated Church

SUNDAY 11/26/17
7:30-10:30am Sunday Breakfast @ Franklin Rod and Gun Club
1-4pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
4-6pm Annual Christmas on the Town Common - visit with Santa and Jingle Elves

MONDAY 11/27/17
10:30am Move Along (ages 0-5) @ Franklin Public Library
7pm Learn to Cope Franklin Chapter Meeting @ FUSF

TUESDAY 11/28/17
10:30am Get Ready for Kindergarten (ages 3-5) @ Franklin Public Library
1pm Three TED Talks @ Senior Center

WEDNESDAY 11/29/17
10am Th Constitution with Gary Highlander @ Senior Center
10:30am Terrific Toddlers (ages 18months to 3 years old) @ Franklin Public Library
4pm Construction Junction! @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm Christian Zen Weekly Meditation @ McMahon Guest House (1061 Upper Union Street)
6:30pm Learn About Franklin Arts Academy Program at FHS (grade 8-10 students and families welcome) @ FHS
6:30pm Paul Speidel Blues and Jazz Trio @ Franklin Public Library

THURSDAY 11/30/17
9:30am Baby Tummy Time! (ages 0-18 months) @ Franklin Public Library
10am Tinkergarten - FREE trail class @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
10:30am Story and Craft (ages 3 to 6) @ Franklin Public Library
1pm Make Lovely Holiday Cards @ Senior Center
6:30pm Make a Terrarium Class @ Pour Richard’s Wine and Spirits
6:30pm Community Forum with Superintendent Dr. Ahern @ Municipal Building (3rd floor). All are welcome.
7pm Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA

Guide to Holiday Lights and Events (includes Franklin, MA) click HERE.

For the Town of Franklin Public Calendar click HERE.

For all other events and Franklin happenings click HERE.

Submit an event for the Community Calendar, please use this FORM

DPW provides an update on the snow/ice plan for winter

The Franklin DPW is scheduled to provide their annual update to the Town Council and community on the snow and ice preparations for this winter.

The document released for the November 29, 2017 meeting is shown below

Franklin (MA) DPW Snow/Ice Presentation - 2017 from Franklin Matters

The full agenda for the Town Council meeting Nov 29 can be found online
http://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/november-29-town-council-agenda

KP tops FHS in Thanksgiving Day game

From HockomockSports we share the results of the FHS football game vs. King Philip on Thanksgiving.

Franklin, 0 @ King Philip, 28 – Final
1st Quarter: (KP) Brendan Lydon 1-yard rush, Cole Baker XP good.
2nd Quarter: (KP) B. Lydon 12-yard pass to Jack Piller, C. Baker XP good; (KP) B. Lydon 37-yard pass to David Morganelli, C. Baker XP good.
3rd Quarter: (KP) Ryan Halliday 3-yard rush, C. Baker XP good.
4th Quarter: No scoring.

For all the results around the Hockomock League on Thanksgiving
https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-11-23-17/

FHS Panthers

#GivingTuesday is right around the corner! Help FPAC light the stage!

Please support FPAC and help us light the stage!

After Black Friday and after Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday allows each of us to step into the giving season with opportunities to support organizations that touch our lives throughout the year.

Please support the Franklin Performing Arts Company as we continue to bring professional, family friendly entertainment to your backyard. Your gift to FPAC will allow us to purchase much needed lighting equipment to better light the stage for the year of performances ahead!

Currently we are required to rent equipment to supplement what is now installed in THE BLACK BOX. FPAC's Giving Tuesday goal is $3,000 with which a spotlight, several instruments and lamps will be purchased.