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Thursday, February 20, 2020
Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Two Fabulous Bands - Feb 29
SECOND SUNDAY SPEAKER: Phil Grove on woodturning - March 9
The SECOND SUNDAY SPEAKER SERIES, Join us in March for a thoughtful journey through the art of learning a new creative process.
Phil Grove will use his current investigation into woodturning to reveal the stages of learning a new skill, craft or art form in the internet era. His current works of taking logs and transforming them into beautiful and useful items such as hand-made, hardwood bowls will provide a real-life backdrop for the journey from incompetent to competent revealing the stages and their characteristics. He will also review the creativity boundary and how to achieve higher results through intention.
The interactive session is designed to help you with your own creative journey. Not only will you learn about the major steps of woodturning, but you will also get a view into the thought processes behind the scenes and how they change as one masters a creative skill.
Phil Grove is a member of the Central New England Woodturners and has been a maker for most his life mastering a range of materials and skills including plastics, wood, oil paints, photography, electronics (microprocessors), and web design.
Phil’s presentation is Sunday March 9th at 1:10 PM.
The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street. We are ADA compliant, admission is always free and donations are gratefully accepted.
Phil Grove will use his current investigation into woodturning to reveal the stages of learning a new skill, craft or art form in the internet era. His current works of taking logs and transforming them into beautiful and useful items such as hand-made, hardwood bowls will provide a real-life backdrop for the journey from incompetent to competent revealing the stages and their characteristics. He will also review the creativity boundary and how to achieve higher results through intention.
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The interactive session is designed to help you with your own creative journey. Not only will you learn about the major steps of woodturning, but you will also get a view into the thought processes behind the scenes and how they change as one masters a creative skill.
Phil Grove is a member of the Central New England Woodturners and has been a maker for most his life mastering a range of materials and skills including plastics, wood, oil paints, photography, electronics (microprocessors), and web design.
Phil’s presentation is Sunday March 9th at 1:10 PM.
The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street. We are ADA compliant, admission is always free and donations are gratefully accepted.
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| SECOND SUNDAY SPEAKER: Phil Grove on woodturning - March 9 |
Both FHS girls and boys hockey teams skate to win
Via HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the FHS winter sports action on Wednesday
Boys Hockey = Franklin, 4 vs. Weymouth, 0 – Final
Girls Hockey = Franklin, 7 vs. Leominster, 2 – Final
For other results around the Hockomock League:
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-02-19-20/
Boys Hockey = Franklin, 4 vs. Weymouth, 0 – Final
– Franklin scored twice in the first period and then once in each of the next two to skate to a 4-0 win over Weymouth in the first round of the Coach Melchiono Showdown. Tom Tasker got the Panthers on the board with a power play goal (assisted by Kyle Hedvig and Declan Lovett), while Kyle Hedvig (from Colin Hedvig and Joe LeBlanc) doubled the lead in the first. LeBlanc picked up his second assist, setting up Justin Abely in the second to make it 3-0.
Ben Jarosz scored his first career goal, unassisted, in the third period to cap the scoring. “[Ben] made the most of [his opportunity],” said Franklin coach Anthony Sarno, noting Jarosz’s hard work to earn a varsity spot after starting the year on JV. “Perfect example of a JV player never giving up and working hard no matter what.” Franklin will take on Marshfield in the tournament final on Thursday at 5:00.
Girls Hockey = Franklin, 7 vs. Leominster, 2 – Final
For other results around the Hockomock League:
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-02-19-20/
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| FHS girls and boys hockey teams skate to win |
Tri-County RVTHS Announces 2019-2020 School Year Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School has chosen the valedictorian and salutatorian for the 2019-2020 school year: Hannah Davis and Emily Foley. Both have demonstrated scholastic excellence and exceptional character this school year, representing Tri-County’s core values to work hard and strive for vocational, academic, and personal growth.
Emily Foley, of North Attleboro, has been named salutatorian for her strong academic performance and participation in extracurricular activities. Her current GPA is 4.36, taking multiple AP courses and studying engineering technology.
In her freshman year of high school, she achieved high honors from Tri-County, as well as recognition in the Continental Mathematics League. She was also named to high honors as a sophomore, was published in a statewide secondary school arts publication, The Marble Collection, and received the school’s Cougar Culture Award. She was recognized as an honors student as a junior. She is a member of the Women of Science Club and the Math Team.
Additionally, Foley was a member of the varsity soccer team and was named a two-time All-Star, and captain of the conference and state championship team her junior year. She is a member of the Track and Field and was named Distance Runner of the Year her freshman year. Foley is also the student representative on the School Committee at Tri-County.
Franklin resident Hannah Davis has been named valedictorian, finishing the year with a 4.50 GPA in her engineering technology program and in her Spanish 101 and 102 Dual Enrollment Courses.
Davis was recognized as High Honors her freshman, sophomore, and junior years and has received Biology, Chemistry, English, Business, and Cougar Culture Awards from Tri-County. In 2018, she joined the National Honor Society, and she currently leads the club as Vice President. She is a varsity cross country captain and a member of the varsity basketball and track and field teams.
Additionally, she is on the FIRST Robotics Team for which she won and TriForce 3236 Safety Award and was a finalist in the WPI District Competition in 2018. In 2019, she placed second in the Voice of Democracy Speech/Essay Contest.
Davis is an active member of the technical and career student organization, SkillsUSA, and won bronze in the State Leadership Competition in Exploratory Demonstration in 2016 and gold in the State Leadership Competition in Additive Manufacturing in 2017 and 2018. She participated in the National Leadership Competition in 2018 and placed 6th in Additive Manufacturing.
Tri-County wishes to congratulate Emily and Hannah for all of their hard work and tremendous academic success.
Emily Foley, of North Attleboro, has been named salutatorian for her strong academic performance and participation in extracurricular activities. Her current GPA is 4.36, taking multiple AP courses and studying engineering technology.
In her freshman year of high school, she achieved high honors from Tri-County, as well as recognition in the Continental Mathematics League. She was also named to high honors as a sophomore, was published in a statewide secondary school arts publication, The Marble Collection, and received the school’s Cougar Culture Award. She was recognized as an honors student as a junior. She is a member of the Women of Science Club and the Math Team.
Additionally, Foley was a member of the varsity soccer team and was named a two-time All-Star, and captain of the conference and state championship team her junior year. She is a member of the Track and Field and was named Distance Runner of the Year her freshman year. Foley is also the student representative on the School Committee at Tri-County.
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| From right to left, Tri-County 2019-2020 salutatorian Emily Foley, North Attleboro, Tri-County Superintendent-Director Stephen Dockray, and Tri-County 2019-2020 valedictorian Hannah Davis, Franklin |
Franklin resident Hannah Davis has been named valedictorian, finishing the year with a 4.50 GPA in her engineering technology program and in her Spanish 101 and 102 Dual Enrollment Courses.
Davis was recognized as High Honors her freshman, sophomore, and junior years and has received Biology, Chemistry, English, Business, and Cougar Culture Awards from Tri-County. In 2018, she joined the National Honor Society, and she currently leads the club as Vice President. She is a varsity cross country captain and a member of the varsity basketball and track and field teams.
Additionally, she is on the FIRST Robotics Team for which she won and TriForce 3236 Safety Award and was a finalist in the WPI District Competition in 2018. In 2019, she placed second in the Voice of Democracy Speech/Essay Contest.
Davis is an active member of the technical and career student organization, SkillsUSA, and won bronze in the State Leadership Competition in Exploratory Demonstration in 2016 and gold in the State Leadership Competition in Additive Manufacturing in 2017 and 2018. She participated in the National Leadership Competition in 2018 and placed 6th in Additive Manufacturing.
Tri-County wishes to congratulate Emily and Hannah for all of their hard work and tremendous academic success.
MassBudget: Governor's FY 2021 budget $74M short for low-income students; one-time revenue gains largely offset by planned phase-outs; and assumptions that MassHealth will remain stable
New MassBudget analysis finds delay or underinvestment for some essential benefits and programs
Governor's FY 2021 budget for K-12 funding falls short by $74 million for low-income kids
While the Governor's Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 budget proposes funding levels that mostly keep pace with the state's seven-year plan to overhaul funding for K-12 schools, it falls short in keeping one key area on track: support for students in low-income families.
In this critical area of the new school funding law - the Student Opportunity Act (SOA) - the Governor's FY 2021 budget only delivers on four percent of the necessary increase, leaving low-income students $74 million short. Under this budget proposal, state lawmakers would have to make up the remaining 96 percent of what's needed for low-income students over the next six years, according to a new MassBudget report, Opportunity Delayed: FY 2021 Governor's budget for K-12 funding falls short by $74M for low-income kids. http://massbudget.org/report_window.php?loc=FY2021%20Governor%27s%20Budget%20SOA%20Highlights.html
"The goal of the Student Opportunity Act is to update our state funding for public schools so every child can get an excellent education, regardless of their background. Slower progress on any part of this new law means state lawmakers will have to play catch-up later," said Colin Jones, senior policy analyst and author of the report. "Meanwhile, schools would not be able to consistently phase in enhancements to their programs on schedule."
Other MassBudget briefs analyzing the Governor's FY 2021 budget found that:
In revenue, the Governor's budget proposes one-time revenues that will largely be offset by scheduled losses.
The Governor balances his budget by adding about $498 million in mostly one-time tax and non-tax revenues. These one-time sources will not be available to help fund the budget in future years.
Meanwhile, $420 million in recurring revenue will be disappearing from the state's revenue stream because of recent and pending changes in law. The Governor's FY 2021 budget already accounts for these losses, but the losses will leave the state with that much less each year to invest in communities.
Details on the revenue picture in the budget can be found in FY 2021 GOVERNOR'S BUDGET: Revenue - Governor proposes one-time revenues, which will largely be offset by scheduled loss of recurring revenues. http://massbudget.org/report_window.php?loc=FY2021%20Governor%27s%20Budget%20Revenue%20Highlights.html
On MassHealth, the Governor proposes to hold steady.
The Governor's FY 2021 budget proposal does not include major health reform initiatives and assumes the MassHealth caseload will remain stable during the fiscal year. The proposal includes about $17.94 billion for a range of MassHealth programs and related spending. More than half of the MassHealth program spending is reimbursed by the federal government.
The Governor has proposed separate legislation to re-align overall health care spending to emphasize behavioral health and primary care.
For details on MassHealth funding in the budget, see FY 2021 GOVERNOR'S BUDGET: MassHealth and Health Reform - Governor proposes to hold steady. https://massbudget.org/report_window.php?loc=FY2021%20Governor%27s%20Budget%20MassHealth%20Highlights.html
The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) produces policy research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations focused on improving the lives of low- and middle-income children and adults, strengthening our state's economy, and enhancing the quality of life in Massachusetts.
http://massbudget.org/report_window.php?loc=FY2021%20Governor%27s%20Budget%20SOA%20Highlights.html
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| MassBudget: Governor's FY 2021 budget $74M short for low-income students |
Franklin to Elect State Convention Delegates - Mar 19
Registered Democrats in Franklin will hold a caucus to elect Delegates and Alternates to the 2020 Massachusetts Democratic State Convention. The Caucus will be held at the Elks Lodge, 1077 Pond Street, Franklin, MA on March 19 at 6:30 PM. Doors will open at 6:00 PM for registration. The caucus will begin at 6:45 PM.
This year’s state convention will be held May 30th at the Tsongas Center in Lowell, where thousands of Democrats from across the state will come together to discuss Party business and celebrate our successes as we prepare for upcoming elections.
The caucus is open to all registered and pre-registered Democrats in Franklin. Pre-registered Democrats who will be 16 by February 15, 2020 will be allowed to participate and run as a delegate or alternate. Franklin can elect 14 delegates and 4 alternates to the convention.
Youth, minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ individuals who are not elected as a delegate or alternate may apply to be an Add-on Delegate at the caucus or at www.massdems.org.
Those interested in getting involved with the Franklin Democratic Town Committee should contact Chair@FranklinDemocrats.com.
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| Franklin Democratic Caucus - Mar 19 |
The caucus is open to all registered and pre-registered Democrats in Franklin. Pre-registered Democrats who will be 16 by February 15, 2020 will be allowed to participate and run as a delegate or alternate. Franklin can elect 14 delegates and 4 alternates to the convention.
Youth, minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ individuals who are not elected as a delegate or alternate may apply to be an Add-on Delegate at the caucus or at www.massdems.org.
Those interested in getting involved with the Franklin Democratic Town Committee should contact Chair@FranklinDemocrats.com.
In the News: ISO rating improved for Franklin; Bellingham cinema exploring alcohol license
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
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https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200219/franklin-fire-dept-secures-improved-safety-rating
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https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200219/bellinghams-regal-theater-considers-6m-update-serving-alcohol
"Some homeowners will see their insurance rates decrease this spring when the Franklin Fire Department’s new ISO rating takes effect next month.
Previously holding a Class 3 rating since 2018, Chief James McLaughlin recently announced that the department has improved its ISO rating - also referred to as a “fire score,” or Public Protection Classification (PPC) - to Class 2. Determined by the Insurance Services Office Inc. (ISO), the rating indicates how prepared a department is in the case of fire and how quickly it would be able to put it out, he said.
Ratings are issued on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the best. Jersey City, New Jersey-based ISO provides statistical and claims-related information to serve insurers, regulators and other risk managers in the property-casualty insurance market.
Though the audit process to review a department’s ranking takes place every five years, McLaughlin called the ISO to question why the department’s rating was a 3 when he joined the department last July. A few months later, he was informed that its rating was improved upon further review, he said."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200219/franklin-fire-dept-secures-improved-safety-rating
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| "Franklin’s water supply was a factor in improving the Fire Department’s rating" |
"The serving of alcohol and a $6 million renovation could be coming to Bellingham’s Regal Cinema.
The news comes from recently released Bellingham selectmen minutes from the board’s Jan. 21 meeting. Regal Bellingham General Manager Josh Ferriera and attorney Andrew Upton discussed “the possibility of obtaining an All Alcohol Restaurant license,” according to the minutes.
Management at Regal Bellingham, in the Charles River Center shopping plaza near Interstate 495, directed comment to the company’s media inquiries line. Messages left at that number and at Upton’s Boston office and email address were not returned by the Daily News’ deadline.
“Regal in Bellingham is in the process of a $6M update to the cinema and would like to offer the option of purchasing an alcoholic beverage,” the minutes read."
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https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200219/bellinghams-regal-theater-considers-6m-update-serving-alcohol
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Franklin celebrates 242nd birthday at the Historical Museum - Mar 2
The Franklin Historical Museum will celebrate the town’s 242nd March 2 birthday with cake and a prize drawing. All residents of the town of Franklin who share the same birthday have been invited to join us on Sunday March 1st at 1:00 PM for the festivities.
Franklin was incorporated during the early years of our country’s war for Independence. Less than two years after our young country declared independence from the Crown, the West Precinct of Wrentham declared independence and became the town of Franklin, March 2nd, 1778.
As many people know, the town was originally to be known as Exeter, named after a town in England, possibly where many Wrentham residents originated from. But before the petition could be presented to the Dedham Court, our founding fathers changed the name to Franklin, to honor the great statesman Benjamin Franklin who had just secured support from France in our battle for independence from England.
The town has flourished and grown, first as a farming community, then a manufacturing town, and today is home to nearly 32,000 people. All residents are invited to stop by and share a piece of birthday cake, Sunday March 1st between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM.
The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street. We are ADA compliant, admission is always free and donations are gratefully accepted.
Franklin was incorporated during the early years of our country’s war for Independence. Less than two years after our young country declared independence from the Crown, the West Precinct of Wrentham declared independence and became the town of Franklin, March 2nd, 1778.
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| Franklin celebrates 242nd birthday |
The town has flourished and grown, first as a farming community, then a manufacturing town, and today is home to nearly 32,000 people. All residents are invited to stop by and share a piece of birthday cake, Sunday March 1st between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM.
The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street. We are ADA compliant, admission is always free and donations are gratefully accepted.
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| Franklin celebrates 242nd birthday at the Historical Museum - Mar 2 |
Franklin Downtown Partnership Invites New Members
The Franklin Downtown Partnership would like to invite businesses, community groups and residents to join the Partnership to help revitalize downtown Franklin and support local businesses.
The Partnership is well known for its popular community events including the Strawberry Stroll and the Harvest Festival but the non-profit group is involved in many more endeavors. The Partnership has assisted with design and infrastructure improvements, beautification efforts, and economic development and marketing initiatives.
“We’ve grown tremendously in the last few years,” said Partnership Executive Di-rector Lisa Piana. “We now have more than 280 members and we invite more people to join and get involved with the Partnership.”
Membership costs as little as $100 for Franklin businesses and $25 for residents. Benefits for members include networking opportunities, informational meetings, vendor opportunities at the Partnership’s large community events, and monthly newsletters filled with news about Franklin. Additionally, members can take advantage of thousands of dollars in member discounts offered by other Partnership members, including discounts for restaurants, services, and even car purchases!
Learn more about the Franklin Downtown Partnership by visiting
https://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/p/membership-info.html
Or download the membership form directly from here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0IfqIi2mi8tYkJpY1gtNFZXb2M/view
The Partnership is well known for its popular community events including the Strawberry Stroll and the Harvest Festival but the non-profit group is involved in many more endeavors. The Partnership has assisted with design and infrastructure improvements, beautification efforts, and economic development and marketing initiatives.
“We’ve grown tremendously in the last few years,” said Partnership Executive Di-rector Lisa Piana. “We now have more than 280 members and we invite more people to join and get involved with the Partnership.”
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| Downtown Partnership |
Membership costs as little as $100 for Franklin businesses and $25 for residents. Benefits for members include networking opportunities, informational meetings, vendor opportunities at the Partnership’s large community events, and monthly newsletters filled with news about Franklin. Additionally, members can take advantage of thousands of dollars in member discounts offered by other Partnership members, including discounts for restaurants, services, and even car purchases!
Learn more about the Franklin Downtown Partnership by visiting
https://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/p/membership-info.html
Or download the membership form directly from here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0IfqIi2mi8tYkJpY1gtNFZXb2M/view
The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a nonprofit, 501©3 organization made up of business owners, community leaders and residents working to stimulate economic development downtown and create a positive impact throughout the area.
For more information, email Lisa Piana at downtown.franklin@yahoo.com.
FYHA creates Coach Leo McGee Memorial Scholarship
"FYHA is pleased to announce the creation of the Coach Leo McGee Memorial Scholarship, which will be awarded annually to a graduating Franklin High School senior who is part of either the boys or girls hockey program.
The recipient will embody what Coach Leo was to FYHA: an unsung hero with a selfless attitude; a committed leader on and off the ice; and someone willing to help anyone, at any time
It is our hope that this award will keep Coach Leo's legacy a constant source of inspiration within the youth hockey community.
We are working with Coach Sarno and Coach Burke to identify the candidates for consideration this year. He/she can be a rostered player or someone who is involved in another capacity (e.g. a team manager or student assistant).
The recipient will be announced at FHS’ Awards Night in May.
If you are interested in contributing to the scholarship fund, tax deductible donations can be made via check and mailed to FYHA (see address below).
Please put “Coach Leo Scholarship” in the memo line.
Mailing Address:
FYHA
P.O. Box 71
Franklin, MA 02038"
This was shared from the Twitter thread:
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229929644209713154?s=20
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229930248579538944?s=20
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229930397976403969?s=20
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229930724356214785?s=20
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229931195225473025?s=20
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229931392999608321?s=20
The recipient will embody what Coach Leo was to FYHA: an unsung hero with a selfless attitude; a committed leader on and off the ice; and someone willing to help anyone, at any time
It is our hope that this award will keep Coach Leo's legacy a constant source of inspiration within the youth hockey community.
We are working with Coach Sarno and Coach Burke to identify the candidates for consideration this year. He/she can be a rostered player or someone who is involved in another capacity (e.g. a team manager or student assistant).
The recipient will be announced at FHS’ Awards Night in May.
If you are interested in contributing to the scholarship fund, tax deductible donations can be made via check and mailed to FYHA (see address below).
Please put “Coach Leo Scholarship” in the memo line.
Mailing Address:
FYHA
P.O. Box 71
Franklin, MA 02038"
FYHA is pleased to announce the creation of the Couch Leo McGee Memorial Scholarship, which will be awarded annually to a graduating Franklin High School senior who is part of either the boys or girls hockey program. @FHSPantherHocke @fhsvgockey @FHS_Puck @FranklinMatters pic.twitter.com/7z1ADL1Qkp— FYHockey (@FYHockey) February 19, 2020
This was shared from the Twitter thread:
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229929644209713154?s=20
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229930248579538944?s=20
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229930397976403969?s=20
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229930724356214785?s=20
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229931195225473025?s=20
https://twitter.com/FYHockey/status/1229931392999608321?s=20
FHS' Woelfel, Rudolph, and Lupien at State Individual meet - Feb 17
Catching up to share the performance info for FHS gymnasts who performed at the State Individual meet on Monday, Feb 17. Video clips from the @fhs_gymnastics are displayed here via Twitter:
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229436016198668288?s=20
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229436016198668288?s=20
The Twitter links:
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229436016198668288?s=20
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229590881595985921?s=20
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229590821663576066?s=20
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229592288571133952?s=20
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229593875850973184?s=20
https://twitter.com/KatCornetta/status/1229498856867581952?s=20
https://twitter.com/KatCornetta/status/1229519180313120769?s=20
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| L-R @CarolineWoelfel @katerudolph17_ @lexilupien |
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229436016198668288?s=20
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229436016198668288?s=20
Wishing these 3 the very best at State Individuals today! @katerudolph17_ @CarolineWoelfel @lexilupien @FHSSports @FranklinHS @HockomockSports @FranklinMatters @MetroWestSports @FHSPantherbook pic.twitter.com/fcYRTpAE1F— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) February 17, 2020
9.2 Vault @FHSSports @katerudolph17_ @FHSPantherbook @FranklinHS @HockomockSports @MetroWestSports pic.twitter.com/THzYqJrwle— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) February 18, 2020
So proud of this girl just missed placing in vault with a 9.2 and you are looking at the 4th BEST beam routine in the state with a 9.6! @fhs_gymnastics @HockomockSports @FHSPantherbook @MetroWestSports @FranklinHS @katerudolph17_ pic.twitter.com/NlLblsAq7H— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) February 18, 2020
So proud of @lexilupien missed placing by .5 (8.85) but amazing to see her hang right in with the BEST vaulters in the state! @FHSSports @FHSPantherbook @HockomockSports @MetroWestSports @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters #teammates 💙 pic.twitter.com/NfoVSxEQtd— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) February 18, 2020
So proud of @CarolineWoelfel missed placing by .5 (8.85) but amazing to see her hang right in with the BEST floor routines in the state! @FHSSports @FHSPantherbook @HockomockSports @MetroWestSports @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters pic.twitter.com/OL6SzJ5hVW— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) February 18, 2020
Nearing the end of the State Individual Gymnastics All-Around competition here in Tewksbury. Have videos but service won’t let me upload. Takeaways so far: Reading has a great floor exercise rotation, Franklin trying some great difficulty on uneven bars.— Kat Cornetta (@KatCornetta) February 17, 2020
Here are the top six on each event from the State Individual Gymnastics All-Around: pic.twitter.com/bKWGGsXrC1— Kat Cornetta (@KatCornetta) February 17, 2020
The Twitter links:
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229436016198668288?s=20
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229590881595985921?s=20
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229590821663576066?s=20
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229592288571133952?s=20
https://twitter.com/fhs_gymnastics/status/1229593875850973184?s=20
https://twitter.com/KatCornetta/status/1229498856867581952?s=20
https://twitter.com/KatCornetta/status/1229519180313120769?s=20
Attention Veterans: Accessing Urgent Care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
ACCESSING URGENT CARE
VA offers eligible veterans an urgent care benefit for the treatment of minor injuries and illnesses at retail and urgent care providers who are part of VA's contracted network. The urgent care benefit is offered to Veterans in addition to urgent care and same-day services VA provides through its medical facilities.
What type of care do urgent care providers provide?
Urgent care providers treat injuries and illnesses that require immediate attention but are not life-threatening, such as influenza, minor burns and skin infections.
Am I eligible for urgent care?
To be eligible for the urgent care benefit, you must (1) be enrolled in the VA healthcare system and (2) have received care through VA, from either a VA or community provider within the last 24 months.
How do I access urgent care?
If you're eligible, look up the nearest urgent care provider in VA's contracted network by using the VA's facility locator at: https://www.va.gov/find-locations/ and click on the link entitled "Find VA-approved urgent care locations and pharmacies near you." You can also call your local VA medical facility to find an in-network urgent care provider.
What do I do when I arrive?
Tell the urgent care provider you would like to use your VA urgent care benefit and confirm that they are part of VA's network. They will confirm your eligibility for the benefit. If there is an issue verifying your eligibility, call 1-833-4VETNOW (1-833-483-8669) or your local VA medical facility for assistance.
Will I have to pay any fees and/or co-payments out-of-pocket?
You may be charged a co-payment that is different from other VA medical co-payments.
Co-payments depend on your assigned priority group and the number of times you visit an urgent care provider in a calendar year. There is no limit on the number of times you can access urgent care.
Co-payments are NOT paid out-of-pocket at the time you receive care - they are billed separately by VA.
Can I use urgent care as a replacement for my primary care needs?
No. Urgent care is not a replacement for preventive health care or management of chronic and/or complex health conditions. You should work with your primary care provider for this type of care. If you go to an urgent care provider and receive non-covered services, you are responsible for the full cost of care.
Is urgent care prescription medication covered by VA?
VA will pay for or fill prescriptions resulting from your urgent care visit. Urgent care prescriptions for medication longer than a 14-day supply must be sent to VA to be filled. You can fill a 14-day supply of medication written by an urgent care provider at (1) a contracted pharmacy within the VA network, (2) a non-contracted pharmacy that is not part of the VA network, or (3) directly at VA. If a non-contracted pharmacy is used, you must pay for the prescription and then file a claim for reimbursement with your local VA medical facility.
Do I have to pay a co-payment for urgent care prescription medication?
You may be required to pay a co-payment for medication. These will be billed separately to you by VA as part of VA's normal billing process.
Does VA reimburse beneficiary travel for an urgent care visit?
VA reimburses beneficiary travel (BT) for eligible Veterans who must travel to receive community care. Payment is made for the distance to either the nearest VA or community medical facility that could have provided the care or services.
How do I find a VA medical facility?
Use VA's facility locator at: https://www.va.gov/find locations/
How do I find an in-network pharmacy?
Use VA's facility locator at: https://www.va.gov/find-locations/ and click on the VA-approved urgent care locations and pharmacies near you.
What services are covered?
Find a list of services at: https://www.gov/COMMUNITYCARE/programs/veterans/Urgent_Care.asp
Shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/veterans-services/news/accessing-urgent-care
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| Attention Veterans: Accessing Urgent Care |
Ask Franklin Matters: You ask the question, we'll get the answer!
New form to "Ask Franklin Matters" a question about the Town of Franklin. You ask the question, we'll get the answer!
Some of the questions may get queued for the regular Franklin Matters Radio show with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen.
** Anonymous questions are NOT likely to be answered **
Some of the questions may get queued for the regular Franklin Matters Radio show with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen.
Form link -> https://forms.gle/inzMdvBuQoaiM6ke6
** Anonymous questions are NOT likely to be answered **
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| Ask Franklin Matters: You ask the question, we'll get the answer! |
Town Council - Rep Roy - Office Hours - Feb 20 - 8:30 AM
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Town Council Office Hours
Franklin Senior Center
10 Daniel McCahill Road, Franklin, MA
Third Thursday/Monthly 8:30 AM
The Town Council will be holding monthly office hours at the Franklin Senior Center. One or more Councilors, along with the Town Administration, may be present for this standing time for seniors, their families and residents to ask questions, discuss issues of concern or just enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee!
Shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/2020_town_council_senior_center_monthly_hours.pdf
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Representative Jeff Roy
Franklin Office Hours
Franklin Office Hours
Franklin Senior Center
10 Daniel McCahill Road, Franklin, MA
Third Thursday/Monthly 8:30 AM
Have any questions or concerns about your state government? Please join me at office hours!
All office hours are open to any residents of Franklin and Medway who may have questions or concerns that they wish to bring to my attention. Walk-ins are welcome; no appointment necessary. James Gay, my staff director, will be accompanying me.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Follow the Facebook event
https://www.facebook.com/events/181589206267181/
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| Town Council - Rep Roy - Office Hours - Feb 20 - 8:30 AM |
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
FM #208 - Jamie Hellen on Municipal Aggregation
This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 208 in the series. We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).
During the Town Administrator’s Report segment of the Town Council meeting, Feb 12, 2020, there was a good piece of news. Municipal aggregation is finally here with a good deal.
What is municipal aggregation?
This is a good deal. More will be forthcoming on this as we get closer to Sep/Oct 2020. There will be additional information shared, info on how to opt out (accepting a rate other than the 10.5 cents confirmed for three years), etc.
Let’s listen to Jamie Hellen talk about the municipal aggregation deal at the Town Council meeting.
Additional info will be provided at the Town Council meeting on March 4, 2020.
Links to the archives for prior posts on municipal aggregation which was initially approved by the Town Council in 2016 are provided in the show notes
Audio file https://player.captivate.fm/episode/d8099baa-7dc9-49c7-b55a-cfdb619a52d2
From the archives:
Aggregation Plan released for Town Council meeting review and discussion
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/02/municipal-aggregation-program.html
Link to Municipal Aggregation docs on Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/administrator/pages/municipal-aggregation-documents
Embedded copy:
From the Town Council meeting where this was approved
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/03/live-reporting-legislation-for-action.html
Aggregation Presentation doc - March 9, 2016
https://www.slideshare.net/shersteve/franklin-community-choice-aggregation-program
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This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but I can't do it alone. I can always use your help.
How can you help?
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements.
Thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
During the Town Administrator’s Report segment of the Town Council meeting, Feb 12, 2020, there was a good piece of news. Municipal aggregation is finally here with a good deal.
What is municipal aggregation?
“It seeks to aggregate consumers in the Town to negotiate rates for power supply. It brings together the buying power of over 32,000 consumers. Furthermore, the Town seeks to better manage energy prices.On your electric bill, there are two sections, one for delivery services, and one for the cost of the electricity itself. With aggregation, Franklin has just signed a contract to deliver electricity at a cost of only 10.5 cents for three years. This is one, an improvement over the current rate (around .14 cents) and two, confirms the rate for three years.
Participation is voluntary for each eligible consumer. Eligible consumers have the opportunity to decline service provided through the Plan and to choose any Competitive Supplier they wish.“
This is a good deal. More will be forthcoming on this as we get closer to Sep/Oct 2020. There will be additional information shared, info on how to opt out (accepting a rate other than the 10.5 cents confirmed for three years), etc.
Let’s listen to Jamie Hellen talk about the municipal aggregation deal at the Town Council meeting.
Additional info will be provided at the Town Council meeting on March 4, 2020.
Links to the archives for prior posts on municipal aggregation which was initially approved by the Town Council in 2016 are provided in the show notes
Audio file https://player.captivate.fm/episode/d8099baa-7dc9-49c7-b55a-cfdb619a52d2
From the archives:
Aggregation Plan released for Town Council meeting review and discussion
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/02/municipal-aggregation-program.html
Link to Municipal Aggregation docs on Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/administrator/pages/municipal-aggregation-documents
Embedded copy:
From the Town Council meeting where this was approved
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/03/live-reporting-legislation-for-action.html
Aggregation Presentation doc - March 9, 2016
https://www.slideshare.net/shersteve/franklin-community-choice-aggregation-program
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This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but I can't do it alone. I can always use your help.
How can you help?
- If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
- If you don't like this, please let me know
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements.
Thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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| FM #208 - Jamie Hellen on Municipal Aggregation |
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