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Wednesday, June 24, 2020
A Message from Karen on Racial Justice
Town Council is scheduled to vote on an increase in Franklin's water rate
From The Guardian, coincidentally a study on water rates in the US. The Town Council is scheduled to vote on an increase in Franklin's water rate Wednesday night, June 24.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/jun/23/millions-of-americans-cant-afford-water-bills-rise
5d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 20-855: Chapter 82, Water Fee Increase - First Reading (Motion to move Bylaw Amendment 20-855 to a second reading - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5d._20-855_water_fees.pdf
Get a copy of the Legislation for action here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HFE0DFHlQre7pU-_xUyefUGqmf-38Qps/view?usp=sharing
"Millions of ordinary Americans are facing rising and unaffordable bills for running water, and risk being disconnected or losing their homes if they cannot pay, a landmark Guardian investigation has found.Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
Exclusive analysis of 12 US cities shows the combined price of water and sewage increased by an average of 80% between 2010 and 2018, with more than two-fifths of residents in some cities living in neighbourhoods with unaffordable bills.
In the first nationwide research of its kind, our findings reveal the painful impact of America’s expanding water poverty crisis as aging infrastructure, environmental clean-ups, changing demographics and the climate emergency fuel exponential price hikes in almost every corner of the US."
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/jun/23/millions-of-americans-cant-afford-water-bills-rise
5d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 20-855: Chapter 82, Water Fee Increase - First Reading (Motion to move Bylaw Amendment 20-855 to a second reading - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5d._20-855_water_fees.pdf
Get a copy of the Legislation for action here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HFE0DFHlQre7pU-_xUyefUGqmf-38Qps/view?usp=sharing
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| construction underway on Grove St to replace the pump station for wells 3-6 |
Franklin Residents: a message from the Treasurer/Collector on bill pay options
The FY2021, 1st Quarter Real Estate, and Personal Property Tax Bills will be mailed out on July 1, 2020. The due date for these bills is August 3, 2020.
A few reminders for payment options:
Thank you!
A few reminders for payment options:
- You can pay online at https://www.franklinma.gov/files/
- If you choose to mail your payment, please be sure to include the remittance copy with your check.
- If you use your Online Banking to pay your bills, please remember to reference the bill number(s) you are paying.
- The dropbox/drive up is available at the Municipal Building as well.
Thank you!
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| a message from the Treasurer/Collector on bill pay options |
FTC Issues Staff Report on Made in USA Workshop, Seeks Comment on Related Proposed Rulemaking for Labeling Rule
Rule would apply to unqualified Made in USA claims made on product labels
The Federal Trade Commission today issued a staff report on an FTC workshop on Made in USA claims that was held last fall, and a notice of proposed rulemaking for a Made in USA Labeling Rule (proposed Rule).
The proposed Rule will apply to product labels making Made in USA and other unqualified U.S.-origin claims. The proposed Rule incorporates guidance set forth in the Commission's previous Decisions and Orders and its 1997 Enforcement Policy Statement on U.S. Origin Claims (https://www.ftc.gov/public-statements/1997/12/enforcement-policy-statement-us-origin-claims).
Consistent with this guidance, the proposed Rule will prohibit marketers from including unqualified Made in USA claims on labels unless: 1) final assembly or processing of the product occurs in the United States; 2) all significant processing that goes into the product occurs in the United States; and 3) all or virtually all ingredients or components of the product are made and sourced in the United States.
The proposed Rule also covers labels making unqualified Made in USA claims appearing in mail order catalogs or mail order advertising. The proposed Rule does not supersede, alter, or affect any other federal or state statute or regulation relating to country-of-origin labels. The proposed Rule will make civil penalties available to deter violations.
"Whether a product is actually 'Made in the USA' is an important issue for consumers, manufacturers, retailers, and American workers," said Andrew Smith, Director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection. "We welcome comments from all stakeholders to inform our rulemaking effort."
According to the staff report, the Made in USA workshop last fall sought to enhance the agency's understanding of consumer perception of Made in USA claims and consider whether the Made in USA enforcement program can be improved. Public comments and input from the workshop's panelists addressed three general topics: consumer perception of Made in USA claims, concerns about the FTC's current enforcement approach, and potential changes to the FTC's enforcement strategy.
According to the staff report, only one panelist provided survey evidence on how consumers understand Made in USA claims. Citing a 2013 study, the panelist noted that almost three in five Americans agree that "Made in America" means that all parts of a product, including any natural resources it contains, originated in the United States, and a third of consumers believe that 100 percent of a product must originate in a country for that product to be called "made" in that country.
The staff report states that this evidence supports the guidance in the FTC's Enforcement Policy Statement on U.S. Origin Claims that at least a significant minority of consumers are likely to be deceived by an unqualified Made in USA claim for a product incorporating more than a trivial amount of foreign content.
The Commission vote to issue the staff report was 5-0. The Commission vote approving publication of the proposed Made in USA Labeling Rule in the Federal Register was 4-1, with Commissioner Noah Joshua Phillips voting no and issuing a dissenting statement (https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/public_statements/1577103/p074204musaphillipsstatementrev.pdf) . Commissioner Rohit Chopra issued a separate statement (https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/public_statements/1577107/p074204musachoprastatementrev.pdf), as did Commissioner Christine S. Wilson (https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/public_statements/1577099/p074204musawilsonstatementrev.pdf).
The proposed Rule will be published in the Federal Register shortly. Instructions for submitting comments appear in the published document. The FTC will consider all timely and responsive public comments it receives in accordance with those instructions. Once processed, comments will be posted on Regulations.gov (https://www.regulations.gov/).
The Federal Trade Commission works to promote competition, and protect and educate consumers. You can learn more about consumer topics and file a consumer complaint online or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP (382-4357). Like the FTC on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, read our blogs, and subscribe to press releases for the latest FTC news and resources.
Shared from
https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/press-releases/2020/06/ftc-issues-staff-report-on-made-in-usa-workshop
The Federal Trade Commission today issued a staff report on an FTC workshop on Made in USA claims that was held last fall, and a notice of proposed rulemaking for a Made in USA Labeling Rule (proposed Rule).
The proposed Rule will apply to product labels making Made in USA and other unqualified U.S.-origin claims. The proposed Rule incorporates guidance set forth in the Commission's previous Decisions and Orders and its 1997 Enforcement Policy Statement on U.S. Origin Claims (https://www.ftc.gov/public-statements/1997/12/enforcement-policy-statement-us-origin-claims).
Consistent with this guidance, the proposed Rule will prohibit marketers from including unqualified Made in USA claims on labels unless: 1) final assembly or processing of the product occurs in the United States; 2) all significant processing that goes into the product occurs in the United States; and 3) all or virtually all ingredients or components of the product are made and sourced in the United States.
The proposed Rule also covers labels making unqualified Made in USA claims appearing in mail order catalogs or mail order advertising. The proposed Rule does not supersede, alter, or affect any other federal or state statute or regulation relating to country-of-origin labels. The proposed Rule will make civil penalties available to deter violations.
"Whether a product is actually 'Made in the USA' is an important issue for consumers, manufacturers, retailers, and American workers," said Andrew Smith, Director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection. "We welcome comments from all stakeholders to inform our rulemaking effort."
According to the staff report, the Made in USA workshop last fall sought to enhance the agency's understanding of consumer perception of Made in USA claims and consider whether the Made in USA enforcement program can be improved. Public comments and input from the workshop's panelists addressed three general topics: consumer perception of Made in USA claims, concerns about the FTC's current enforcement approach, and potential changes to the FTC's enforcement strategy.
According to the staff report, only one panelist provided survey evidence on how consumers understand Made in USA claims. Citing a 2013 study, the panelist noted that almost three in five Americans agree that "Made in America" means that all parts of a product, including any natural resources it contains, originated in the United States, and a third of consumers believe that 100 percent of a product must originate in a country for that product to be called "made" in that country.
The staff report states that this evidence supports the guidance in the FTC's Enforcement Policy Statement on U.S. Origin Claims that at least a significant minority of consumers are likely to be deceived by an unqualified Made in USA claim for a product incorporating more than a trivial amount of foreign content.
The Commission vote to issue the staff report was 5-0. The Commission vote approving publication of the proposed Made in USA Labeling Rule in the Federal Register was 4-1, with Commissioner Noah Joshua Phillips voting no and issuing a dissenting statement (https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/public_statements/1577103/p074204musaphillipsstatementrev.pdf) . Commissioner Rohit Chopra issued a separate statement (https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/public_statements/1577107/p074204musachoprastatementrev.pdf), as did Commissioner Christine S. Wilson (https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/public_statements/1577099/p074204musawilsonstatementrev.pdf).
The proposed Rule will be published in the Federal Register shortly. Instructions for submitting comments appear in the published document. The FTC will consider all timely and responsive public comments it receives in accordance with those instructions. Once processed, comments will be posted on Regulations.gov (https://www.regulations.gov/).
The Federal Trade Commission works to promote competition, and protect and educate consumers. You can learn more about consumer topics and file a consumer complaint online or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP (382-4357). Like the FTC on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, read our blogs, and subscribe to press releases for the latest FTC news and resources.
Shared from
https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/press-releases/2020/06/ftc-issues-staff-report-on-made-in-usa-workshop
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| FTC Issues Staff Report on Made in USA Workshop |
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Franklin Residents: Beech St construction June 25
Good morning Franklin,
DPW will be working with a contractor to install a pipe across Beech St this Thursday, June 25. The work will be near the brook crossing, close to house number 33. Beech St will be closed to thru traffic and the work should only take one day.
A detour will be set up directing traffic onto Pine St and Pond St.
Thank you!
DPW will be working with a contractor to install a pipe across Beech St this Thursday, June 25. The work will be near the brook crossing, close to house number 33. Beech St will be closed to thru traffic and the work should only take one day.
A detour will be set up directing traffic onto Pine St and Pond St.
Thank you!
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| Franklin Residents: Beech St construction June 25 |
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - June 24, 2020
Agenda: Meeting Date June 24, 2020
A NOTE TO RESIDENTS:
Due to the growing concerns regarding the COVID-19 virus, we will be conducting a remote/virtual Town Council Meeting. In an effort to ensure citizen engagement and comply with open meeting law regulations, citizens will be able to dial into the meeting using the provided phone number (Cell phone or Landline Required) OR citizens can participate by clicking on the attached link (Phone, Computer, or Tablet required). The attached link and phone number will be active for the duration of the meeting for citizens to ask questions/voice concerns.
Link to access meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84282580447
Call-In Phone Number: Call 1-929-205-6099 and enter Meeting ID # 842 8258 0447 --Then press #
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. 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 others.3. 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.
4. APPOINTMENTS
Annual Reappointments
5. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
5a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-33 : Expenditure Limits for FY 2021 on Departmental Revolving Funds Established by Franklin Town Code Chapter 73, as provided in G.L. Chapter 44 Section 53E1/2, as Amended (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-33 - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5a._20-33_revolving_funds.pdf
5b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-38: Acceptance of G.L. Ch. 60, Section 15B and the Establishment of a Tax Title Collection Revolving Fund for Treasurer-Collector (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-38 - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5b._20-38_tax_title_revolving_fund.pdf
5c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-39: Establishment of the Metacomet Emergency Communication Center (MECC) Stabilization Fund (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-39 - Two Thirds (⅔) Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5c._20-39_mecc_stabilization_fund.pdf
5d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 20-855: Chapter 82, Water Fee Increase - First Reading (Motion to move Bylaw Amendment 20-855 to a second reading - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5d._20-855_water_fees.pdf
5e. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-40: Salary Schedule: Full-Time Elected Official - Town Clerk (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-40 - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5e._20-40_clerks_salary.pdf
5f. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-41: Ratification of the Memorandum of Agreement between the Franklin Police Association employees and the Town of Franklin (Motion to approve Resolution 20-41 - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5f._20-41_police_association_contract.pdf
5g. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-35: FY20 Capital Plan Round 2 (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-35 - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5g._20-35_fy20_capital_plan_round_2.pdf
5h. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-32: FY20 Appropriation Transfers (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-32 - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5h._20-32_fy20_appropriation_transfers.pdf
5i. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-34: Authorize Town Administrator to Grant Temporary Expansion Licenses (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-34 - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/5i._20-34_authoroze_ta_to_grant_temp._expansion_licenses.pdf
6. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
8. COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Note:
- Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes
- Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting
The agenda and released docs in one PDF format
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/agendas/06-24-20_town_council_agenda.pdf
All docs also found on the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/june-24-town-council-meeting-remote
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| Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - June 24, 2020 |
COVID-19 Health Equity Advisory Group Recommendations
DPH Commissioner Monica Bharel convened the COVID-19 Health Equity Advisory Group to advise DPH on the needs of communities and populations disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read the group’s recommendations: http://ow.ly/A61U50Adk8k #covid19MA
For more info on the Health Equity Advisory Group
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/covid-19-health-equity-advisory-group
Read the group’s recommendations: http://ow.ly/A61U50Adk8k #covid19MA
For more info on the Health Equity Advisory Group
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/covid-19-health-equity-advisory-group
Franklin Public Schools: Summer Reading and Summer Math Information
Below are summer reading & math learning links, by grade level,
for all Franklin Public Schools students, who will be entering Grades 1 -
12 in the fall.
Elementary Schools
Elementary Summer 2020 Reading Grades 1 - 5 (multi page document)
Elementary Summer 2020 Math
Middle Schools
Middle School Summer 2020 Reading
Summer Math parent letter for student's transitioning from Grade 5 to 6
Summer Math parent letter for student's transitioning from Grade 6 to 7
Summer Math parent letter for student transitioning from Grade 7 to 8
High School
Franklin High School Summer 2020 Reading
Elementary Schools
Elementary Summer 2020 Reading Grades 1 - 5 (multi page document)
Elementary Summer 2020 Math
Middle Schools
Middle School Summer 2020 Reading
Summer Math parent letter for student's transitioning from Grade 5 to 6
Summer Math parent letter for student's transitioning from Grade 6 to 7
Summer Math parent letter for student transitioning from Grade 7 to 8
High School
Franklin High School Summer 2020 Reading
All links shared from the Town of Franklin schools page
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| Franklin Public Schools: Summer Reading and Summer Math Information |
FM #305 Town Council Budget Hearing 02 6/18/20 (audio)
FM #305 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 305 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares the second of two Franklin (MA) Town Council budget hearings. Both budget hearings were held outdoor at the FHS football field (Pisini Stadium). Both hearings were broadcast live via WFPR.FM radio (102.9 on the local dial). The outdoor meetings were conducted to observe all the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
The show notes contain links to the agenda and document packet for this hearing. They also contain my notes captured during the meeting.
The recording runs approx 2 hours and 15 minutes, so let’s list to the second budget hearing for FY 2021 held June 18
Audio file = https://www.hipcast.com/podcast/HBPJG917
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FY 2021 budget info
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget/pages/fy2021-budget-materials
Agenda for budget hearing #2
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/06/franklin-ma-town-council-budget-hearing_17.html
Notes from the budget hearing #2
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/06/town-council-budget-hearing-2-recap.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I 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"
This session of the radio show shares the second of two Franklin (MA) Town Council budget hearings. Both budget hearings were held outdoor at the FHS football field (Pisini Stadium). Both hearings were broadcast live via WFPR.FM radio (102.9 on the local dial). The outdoor meetings were conducted to observe all the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
The show notes contain links to the agenda and document packet for this hearing. They also contain my notes captured during the meeting.
The recording runs approx 2 hours and 15 minutes, so let’s list to the second budget hearing for FY 2021 held June 18
Audio file = https://www.hipcast.com/podcast/HBPJG917
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FY 2021 budget info
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget/pages/fy2021-budget-materials
Agenda for budget hearing #2
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/06/franklin-ma-town-council-budget-hearing_17.html
Notes from the budget hearing #2
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/06/town-council-budget-hearing-2-recap.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We 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 something here, please let me know
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I 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 #305 Town Council Budget Hearing 02 6/18/20 |
FM #304 Town Council Budget Hearing 01 6/17/20 (audio)
FM #304 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 304 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares the first of two Franklin (MA) Town Council budget hearings. Both budget hearings were held outdoor at the FHS football field (Pisini Stadium). Both hearings were broadcast live via WFPR.FM radio (102.9 on the local dial). The outdoor meetings were conducted to observe all the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
The show notes contain links to the agenda and document packet for this hearing. They also contain my notes captured during the meeting.
The recording runs approx 3 hours and 15 minutes, so let’s list to the first budget hearing for FY 2021 held June 17
Audio link = https://www.hipcast.com/podcast/HWlgqYM7
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FY 2021 budget info
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget/pages/fy2021-budget-materials
Agenda for budget hearing #1
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/06/franklin-ma-town-council-budget-hearing.html
Notes from the budget hearing #1
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/06/real-time-reporting-town-council-budget.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I 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"
This session of the radio show shares the first of two Franklin (MA) Town Council budget hearings. Both budget hearings were held outdoor at the FHS football field (Pisini Stadium). Both hearings were broadcast live via WFPR.FM radio (102.9 on the local dial). The outdoor meetings were conducted to observe all the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
The show notes contain links to the agenda and document packet for this hearing. They also contain my notes captured during the meeting.
The recording runs approx 3 hours and 15 minutes, so let’s list to the first budget hearing for FY 2021 held June 17
Audio link = https://www.hipcast.com/podcast/HWlgqYM7
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FY 2021 budget info
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget/pages/fy2021-budget-materials
Agenda for budget hearing #1
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/06/franklin-ma-town-council-budget-hearing.html
Notes from the budget hearing #1
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/06/real-time-reporting-town-council-budget.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We 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 something here, please let me know
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I 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 #304 Town Council Budget Hearing 01 6/17/20 |
Social Security and AARP Work to Slam the Scam
"AARP is helping SSA and its Office of the Inspector General warn you about scammers using Social Security in coronavirus (COVID-19) scams. AARP has a new webinar available for free (registration required), advising the public that scammers’ tactics continue to evolve, and they are now using coronavirus to try to scare us. Don’t be fooled!Continue reading the article online
Scammers may contact you by phone, letter, text, or email impersonating government officials to trick you into providing money or personal information. They may tell you Social Security is going to stop your benefits because its offices are closed, or ask you to pay a fee to receive extra benefits due to the pandemic. Scammers may even pose as COVID-19 contact tracers working to stop the spread of the virus and ask for payment or your Social Security Number. Don’t be fooled!"
https://blog.ssa.gov/social-security-and-aarp-work-to-slam-the-scam/
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| Social Security and AARP Work to Slam the Scam |
NPR: "Amid Confusion About Reopening, An Expert Explains How To Assess COVID-19 Risk"
Via NPR, we find this article share worthy:
https://www.npr.org/2020/06/17/879255417/amid-confusion-about-reopening-an-expert-explains-how-to-assess-covid-risk
This hit the Franklin radar via Twitter:https://twitter.com/TracyNovick/status/1274871454111334400?s=09
"Across the country, states are loosening the restrictions that had been put in place to curb the spread of COVID-19 — with varying results. New cases are decreasing in some states, including New York, Michigan and Colorado, while case numbers and hospitalizations have swelled recently in several states, including Texas, Arizona and Florida.Continue reading the article online
"Since the very first day of this pandemic, I don't think [we've been] in a more confused position about what's happening," epidemiologist Michael Osterholm says. "We just aren't quite sure what [the coronavirus is] going to do next."
Osterholm is the founder and director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota. His 2017 book, Deadliest Enemy: Our War Against Killer Germs, was recently republished with a new foreword about COVID-19. Mark Olshaker is the book's co-author.
From the earliest days of the pandemic, the coronavirus has often been treated as a political issue rather than a public health issue — and much has been made of President Trump's refusal to wear a mask in public. But Osterholm says that the risks from COVID-19 supersede partisanship."
https://www.npr.org/2020/06/17/879255417/amid-confusion-about-reopening-an-expert-explains-how-to-assess-covid-risk
This hit the Franklin radar via Twitter:https://twitter.com/TracyNovick/status/1274871454111334400?s=09
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A server wears a protective face mask while attending to
customers amid the COVID-19 pandemic in Bethesda, Md., on June 12. Sarah Silbiger/Getty Images
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School Committee: Policy Sub Committee Meeting - June 24
Policy Sub Committee Meeting
Virtual Meeting
June 24, 2020 - 6:00 PM
A G E N D A
“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may, in fact, be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.”
I.Electronic Distribution of Approved Policies
- 1.EBAB - (New) Pest Management
- 2.EBC - Emergency Plans
- 3.Policy Distribution Folder
- 1.None
- 1.ECAF - Security Cameras in Schools (NEW)
- 2.Continued Review of Policies
Conference bridge info contain in agenda doc
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/6-24-20_policy_posting_agenda.pdf
In the News: "New design floated for Allston highway/transit megaproject"
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200622/new-design-floated-for-allston-highwaytransit-megaproject
Mass DOT materials for the Allston Multimodal Project
https://www.mass.gov/lists/allston-multimodal-project-2020-meeting-materials
Fact sheet for June 22 meeting
https://www.mass.gov/doc/allston-multimodal-project-fact-sheet/download
"In the wake of widespread pushback against earlier proposals, state transportation officials floated a new design Monday for a landmark Allston infrastructure project that they will consider alongside two other options as a key deadline approaches.Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
The more than $1 billion Allston Multimodal Project may represent the most significant highway work in Massachusetts in a generation, but planning for up to a decade of construction, accomplishing goals for four different modes of travel, and minimizing impacts on the hundreds of thousands of daily commuters that pass through the narrow stretch of land connecting Boston to the west has been fraught with difficult choices.
Deliberations have been underway for years about how best to balance the project’s goals of replacing the structurally deficient viaduct carrying the Turnpike, straightening a curved section of the road, allowing for construction of a commuter rail West Station and freeing space for pedestrians and neighborhoods.
Because the 12 lanes of crowded roadway, commuter rail tracks and walking paths are crammed into only 204 feet of space between Boston University and the river, construction will impose major disruptions on some if not all of the modes of travel through the area."
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200622/new-design-floated-for-allston-highwaytransit-megaproject
Mass DOT materials for the Allston Multimodal Project
https://www.mass.gov/lists/allston-multimodal-project-2020-meeting-materials
Fact sheet for June 22 meeting
https://www.mass.gov/doc/allston-multimodal-project-fact-sheet/download
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Reader's Digest: "13 Things You Shouldn’t Do at Reopened Restaurants"
In the Reader's Digest listing of things you shouldn't do at a restaurant during this pandemic, our Franklin Board of Health Chair, Bridget Sweet is quoted:
https://www.rd.com/food/things-you-shouldnt-do-at-reopened-restaurants/
Shared from the Town of Franklin Twitter account:
https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1275066058617966599?s=09
Ignore individual restaurant guidelinesContinue to read the full Reader Digest article
While most restaurants will follow the same guidelines, specific restaurants may have certain parameters in place that you, as a guest, should respect and follow. "Upon your arrival, if the restaurant wants to take your temperature or requires you to use hand sanitizer upon entry, allow this to happen," Bridget Sweet, Executive Director of Food Safety, College of Food Innovation & Technology, Johnson & Wales University, tells Reader's Digest. "Restaurants are trying to protect you as well as their staff. If the establishment requests that you wait in your vehicle until your table is ready, do so." Here are 9 etiquette rules you still have to follow during the novel coronavirus pandemic (https://www.rd.com/culture/etiquette-rules-follow-coronavirus/).
https://www.rd.com/food/things-you-shouldnt-do-at-reopened-restaurants/
Shared from the Town of Franklin Twitter account:
https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1275066058617966599?s=09
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