New Episode - 2020 Blues Blast Music Awards show! Talking the Blues | https://t.co/Ch5pBX2ymR @FranklinMatters @tmonjar @BillyBranch1003
(https://twitter.com/TalkingtheBlue2/status/1287379617754624000?s=03)
Monday, July 27, 2020
Talking the Blues - new episode
Talking the Blues (@TalkingtheBlue2) tweeted at 9:29 AM on Sun, Jul 26, 2020:
Voices of Franklin: Pandemic Poetry by Faith Flaherty
Here is a couple of acrostic, pandemic poetry. An acrostic poem is a poem where certain letters in each line spell out a word.
Faith
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"Voices of Franklin" is open to all residents and reader of Franklin Matters. Details can be found https://www.franklinmatters.org/2011/03/introducing-voices-of-franklin.html
Faith
Contrary to fear, let’s relish our family time.
Ours to do what we always wanted:
Rest, read, do whatever enters our mind,
Only walk wherever our feet led.
No one to impress, no one to care.
Alone. We can go most anywhere!
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Can I throw kisses
Over fences and through doors,
Very heartfelt messages?
Isolated and alone, catch them,
Destined to outlast a virus.
"Voices of Franklin" is open to all residents and reader of Franklin Matters. Details can be found https://www.franklinmatters.org/2011/03/introducing-voices-of-franklin.html
numb - a short film // liv mcneil
"This is just a generalization of the feeling of isolation, not my personal feelings, I for sure haven't been enjoying quarantine, but some have it worse. We have all been going through stuff right now, especially with Black Lives Matter, my struggles are in no way comparable to some things people are going though right now. this is my own experience, some are a whole lot worse than mine. I'm just showing what I know.
This is a mini film, Numb by me. I did this for a school project but I'm really happy with how it came out, so I'm posting it here. This took me a combined 3 weeks or so. hope you enjoy! please feel free to share as much as you like, just please credit me and M83, the band who made the music.
This is a COVID-19 youth mental health resource hub if you've been negatively affected by isolation. https://jack.org/covid"
song: my tears are becoming a sea - M83
directed by, edited by, written by and starring me
YouTube link = https://youtu.be/iSkbd6hRkXo
Franklin radar picked up via Twitter
https://twitter.com/bill_klements/status/1287375353384783872?s=09
Sunday, July 26, 2020
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - July 29, 2020
The public will NOT be permitted to enter the building or participate in person. Only pre-approved participants on the meeting agenda will be allowed to enter the Building and participate in person. Residents can attend and participate via the “ZOOM” Platform.
A NOTE TO RESIDENTS: Due to the continued concerns regarding the COVID-19 virus and Governor Baker’s declared State of Emergency, we will be conducting a remote/virtual Town Council Meeting for all public access and participation. 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.
If residents are just interested in watching the meeting it will also be live-streamed by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast Channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29.
Link to access meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87066659039
Call-In Phone Number: Call 1-929-205-6099 and enter Meeting ID # 870 6665 9039--Then press #
1. 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.
2. CITIZEN COMMENTS
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
- None Scheduled
5. APPOINTMENTS
a. Board & Committee Appointments
6. HEARINGS
- None Scheduled
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
- None Scheduled
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
a. Town of Franklin Market Study & Economic Profile
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/8a._town_of_franklin_market_study_and_economic_profile.pdf
b. PACE Program Presentation: MassDevelopment
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/8b._pace_program_presentation_-_massdevelopment.pdf
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-42: Authorization to Participate in the Massachusetts Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Program (PACE Massachusetts) (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-42- Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10a._resolution_20-42_pace_massachusetts.pdf
10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-43: Gift Acceptance - Franklin Police Department, $250 (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-43 - Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10b._resolution_20-43_gift_acceptance_police_department.pdf
10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-44: Gift Acceptance - Franklin Historical Museum (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-44 - Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10c._resolution_20-44_gift_acceptance_historical_museum.pdf
10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-45: Easement - Overhead System (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-45 - Two Thirds Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10d._resoltuion_20-45_easement_-_overhead_system.pdf
10e. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-46: Easement - Underground Electrical Distribution System (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-46 - Two Thirds Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10e._resolution_20-46_easement_-_underground_electrical_system.pdf
10f. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-47: Solid Waste Prior Year Bill (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-47 - Two Thirds Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10f._resolution_20-47_prior_year_solid_waste_bill.pdf
10g. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 20-858: Zoning Map Changes on or Near Beaver and Oak Streets - Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 20-853 to the Planning Board - Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10g._zoning_bylaw_amendment_20-858_beaver_and_oak_streets.pdf
10h. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 20-855: Chapter 82, Water Fee Increase - Second Reading (Motion to adopt Bylaw Amendment 20-855 - Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10h._bylaw_amendment_20-855_water_fee_increase.pdf
11. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Note:
The full agenda doc (162 pages) can be found here
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/agendas/07-22-2020_town_council_meeting_agenda.pdf
This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/july-22-town-council-meeting
A NOTE TO RESIDENTS: Due to the continued concerns regarding the COVID-19 virus and Governor Baker’s declared State of Emergency, we will be conducting a remote/virtual Town Council Meeting for all public access and participation. 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.
If residents are just interested in watching the meeting it will also be live-streamed by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast Channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29.
Link to access meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87066659039
Call-In Phone Number: Call 1-929-205-6099 and enter Meeting ID # 870 6665 9039--Then press #
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
- a. May 6, 2020
- b. May 20, 2020
- c. June 3, 2020
- d. June 17, 2020
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
- None Scheduled
5. APPOINTMENTS
a. Board & Committee Appointments
- i. Agricultural Commission: Charles J. (CJ) Koshivas
- ii. Conservation Commission: Patrick Gallagher
- iii. Cultural Council: Joni Magee
- iv. Cultural Council: Pushpa Jangareddi
6. HEARINGS
- None Scheduled
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
- None Scheduled
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
a. Town of Franklin Market Study & Economic Profile
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/8a._town_of_franklin_market_study_and_economic_profile.pdf
b. PACE Program Presentation: MassDevelopment
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/8b._pace_program_presentation_-_massdevelopment.pdf
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
- a. Capital Budget Subcommittee
- b. Budget Subcommittee
- c. Economic Development Subcommittee
10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-42: Authorization to Participate in the Massachusetts Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Program (PACE Massachusetts) (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-42- Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10a._resolution_20-42_pace_massachusetts.pdf
10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-43: Gift Acceptance - Franklin Police Department, $250 (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-43 - Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10b._resolution_20-43_gift_acceptance_police_department.pdf
10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-44: Gift Acceptance - Franklin Historical Museum (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-44 - Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10c._resolution_20-44_gift_acceptance_historical_museum.pdf
10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-45: Easement - Overhead System (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-45 - Two Thirds Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10d._resoltuion_20-45_easement_-_overhead_system.pdf
10e. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-46: Easement - Underground Electrical Distribution System (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-46 - Two Thirds Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10e._resolution_20-46_easement_-_underground_electrical_system.pdf
10f. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 20-47: Solid Waste Prior Year Bill (Motion to Approve Resolution 20-47 - Two Thirds Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10f._resolution_20-47_prior_year_solid_waste_bill.pdf
10g. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 20-858: Zoning Map Changes on or Near Beaver and Oak Streets - Referral to the Planning Board (Motion to Refer Zoning Bylaw Amendment 20-853 to the Planning Board - Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10g._zoning_bylaw_amendment_20-858_beaver_and_oak_streets.pdf
10h. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 20-855: Chapter 82, Water Fee Increase - Second Reading (Motion to adopt Bylaw Amendment 20-855 - Majority Roll Call Vote)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10h._bylaw_amendment_20-855_water_fee_increase.pdf
11. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
- COVID-19 Update
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURN
Note:
- Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes
- Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting
The full agenda doc (162 pages) can be found here
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/agendas/07-22-2020_town_council_meeting_agenda.pdf
This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/july-22-town-council-meeting
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| Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - July 29, 2020 |
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - July 28, 2020
Vision Statement
The Franklin Public Schools will foster within its students the knowledge and skills to find and achieve satisfaction in life as productive global citizens.
Agenda
“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.”
Pledge of Allegiance
Moment of Silence
I. Routine Business
A. Review of Agenda
B. Citizen’s Comments
In the spirit of open communication, “the Committee will hold a public participation segment (also called Citizen’s Comments) about matters not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made…. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment…. The Committee will hear public comments related to an agenda item when the Chair deems appropriate during the Committee meeting. Topics for discussion during the meeting must be limited to those items listed on the Committee meeting agenda for that evening…. ” - from Policy BEDHC. FHS Student Representative Comments
D. Superintendent’s Report
II. Guests/Presentations
A. Franklin Public Schools Preliminary Reopening Plan 2020-2021
III. Discussion/Action Items
A. School Calendar 2020-2021
- I recommend adoption of the revised School Calendar for the 2020-2021 school year.
B. Policy - 1st Reading
- I recommend moving Policy FA - Facilities Development Goals to a second reading as discussed.
C. Policy – 2nd Reading/Adoption
- I recommend adoption of the following policies as discussed:
- EEA - Student Transportation Policy
- EEA-R - Transportation Policy and Responsibilities
- EEAG - Student Transportation in Private Vehicles
IV. Discussion Only Items
A. None
V. Information Matters
A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Ad Hoc Supt. Evaluation, Ad Hoc Facilities Analysis, Budget, Community Relations/Public Schools Advocacy, Policy, Transportation)
B. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC, Substance Abuse Task Force, School Wellness Advisory Council)
VI. New Business
A. To discuss any future agenda items
VII. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from the July 14, 2020 School Committee Meeting as detailed.
B. FHS Scholarships
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $10,633.22 for FHS scholarships as follows:
$10,000.00 from Stella Wilk’s estate
$633.22 from Ahold Delhaize USA
VIII. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen
IX. Payroll Ms. D’Angelo
X. Executive Session
A. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the FEA/RN, FEA/Cafeteria, FEA/ESP, FEA/Secretaries, FEA/Van Drivers as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the School Committee and the chair so declares.
XI. Return to Open Session
XII. Adjournment
The agenda doc in PDF format can be found
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/agenda-7-28-20
Documents released for this meeting can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/pages/july-28-2020-school-committee-meeting-packet
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| Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - July 28, 2020 |
Zooming into the Future, Part 3 This Time for Sure. (Sigh!)
by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 07/26/2020
Take two –
Live! On Wednesday July 29th – It’s our first Zoom meeting from Town Chambers.
We didn’t get there last week.
After a 3-hour power failure on Friday 7/17, most of our TV control room had stopped working. Disaster. We spent a few days rebuilding – resetting, replacing digital devices that failed. Last Wednesday evening we discovered more hidden failures. When tested earlier, some systems indicated that they were operating properly, but in fact were not. The meeting couldn’t proceed.
We have been in Chambers since last Wednesday – reinstalling, retesting, refining and improving the control room’s many functions. We will continue upgrading and testing – and retesting everything for our planned meeting this Wednesday.
Remote meeting apps – Zoom, Google, Skype or Webex – all introduce complexity. Their use must be easy for participants in Chambers or via the Internet. It must also be easy for the meeting managers and our TV control operators. It poses design issues that we must address for everyone. We will add improvements as we move forward.
And – as always –
Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.
And, thank you for watching.
The full Program Guide for Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio
http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
Or the Franklin Matters copy of this issue
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cz1JtNurXA3zICyQok5IuF4K899Tjp4f/view?usp=sharing
Take two –
Live! On Wednesday July 29th – It’s our first Zoom meeting from Town Chambers.
We didn’t get there last week.
After a 3-hour power failure on Friday 7/17, most of our TV control room had stopped working. Disaster. We spent a few days rebuilding – resetting, replacing digital devices that failed. Last Wednesday evening we discovered more hidden failures. When tested earlier, some systems indicated that they were operating properly, but in fact were not. The meeting couldn’t proceed.
We have been in Chambers since last Wednesday – reinstalling, retesting, refining and improving the control room’s many functions. We will continue upgrading and testing – and retesting everything for our planned meeting this Wednesday.
Remote meeting apps – Zoom, Google, Skype or Webex – all introduce complexity. Their use must be easy for participants in Chambers or via the Internet. It must also be easy for the meeting managers and our TV control operators. It poses design issues that we must address for everyone. We will add improvements as we move forward.
And – as always –
Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.
And, thank you for watching.
Note that we at Franklin TV are holding our own Zoom remote open annual meeting on August 3rd at 7PM. All are welcome to participate and learn about Franklin●TV and Franklin Public Radio, wfpr●fm.
The full Program Guide for Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio
http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
Or the Franklin Matters copy of this issue
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cz1JtNurXA3zICyQok5IuF4K899Tjp4f/view?usp=sharing
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| Zooming into the Future, Part 3 This Time for Sure. (Sigh!) |
Franklin Senior Center: Email Blast July 24, 2020
Hello Everyone!
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Next week we have 2 special events along with all of our regular programming!
Please join us for:
*We are excited to host Molly Rabuffo A Sound Renewal event, sponsored by Benchmark at Forge Hill, on July 27th at 10 AM. Molly Rabuffo is a singer, sound healing artist, and arts administrator.
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| Molly Rabuffo |
In this session, Molly will guide listeners through a 30-minute sound journey designed for deep relaxation and energetic clarity. By using various instruments like Biosonic tuning forks, a Shruti box, crystal singing bowls, chimes, and voice, Molly will provide a safe and supportive space for emotional, physical, and mental relief. Find a comfortable place to sit or lay down, plug in your headphones, close your eyes, and enjoy a moment of meditative stillness.
Following the sound journey, Molly will be available for 15 minutes to answer questions and listen to any reflections you may have about your experience. You may also reach out to her and learn more about her work at mrabuffo.com. Email adoggett@franklinma.gov to attend.
MEMORY CAFE - July 27th at 3 PM. Join us for the top tapping music of Ray Valente! Ray plays everything from Big Band to your favorites, get ready to sing along. Email adoggett@franklinma.gov for the link to attend. You don't want to miss this!
Staying Connected
Link to the Senior Center - https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc
Link to the Senior Center Calendar -https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/day/2020-07-07
Link to Franklin Matters - https://www.franklinmatters.org/
Link to the Town's webpage - https://www.franklinma.gov/
Tips
Tai chi for beginners
Senior Gold - Aerobic workout with GREAT toe tapping music with Paul Eugene
Music
Doo Wop - 50 top hits
Boogie Woogie Piano Tommy Johnson
Classic Rock - Greatest Hits from the 60's and 70's - An hour and a half of your favorite music!
Just for Fun
Virtual tours of some of the world's most stunning libraries
15 incredible abandoned homes
The Badlands National Park - Twenty minute film about the diverse resources and histories associated with Badlands National Park.
People who are at a whole other level of amazing with these skills and tricks!
Have you ever wanted to be hugged by a lion? Taigan Lion Park in Russia this happens!
Humor
Tony Dayo - Being a parent is harder than being a Navy Seal
Keeping Up Appearances Bloopers and outtakes
Guilty animals - funny videos of animals
Kindness Matters
102 year old dancer sees herself on film for the first time
Therapy dog saves a boys life
Attached you will find:
- Donna's fun packed activity sheets - Nursery Rhymes https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Lgwi8mDaFOYpe-W9U-f4AmvoMIMqbiXR/view?usp=sharing
- Hummingbird coloring page https://drive.google.com/file/d/10KmRmoWR5I8PrtZg-mD6IyOnTT-AkXLA/view?usp=sharing
Love, virtual hugs and good health to you all! We are still here for you! Please feel free to email Donna and I with questions, concerns or just to check in!
Ariel and Donna
Please feel free to share this email with anyone you think might enjoy it. If you want me to add someone to the email blast list just send me a message with their email in it.
REMEMBER:
When searching for information about the Coronavirus, COVID-19 please use caution! Unfortunately there are many false sites that contain viruses and malware that can threaten your computer. Many look like real sites. Your best bet is to go directly to the CDC, WHO or your local government page (links below).
MEMORY CAFE!
For those of you who attend our Memory Cafe events I invite you to learn more about attending a VIRTUAL Memory Cafe through Zoom! There are many options to choose from.
Ariel Doggett
Virtual Program Coordinator
Respite Coordinator
"We rise by lifting others" - Robert Ingersoll
There is no act of kindness too small
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| Franklin Senior Center: Email Blast July 24, 2020 |
"Unfortunately, the need is likely to be still greater"
"WITH COVID-19 DEATHS and infections remaining low here, enhanced federal unemployment benefits continuing through July, and the state’s emergency freeze on evictions still in effect, it’s possible to believe that Massachusetts is rebounding better than the rest of the country.
But this is only the eye of the hurricane. The second half of 2020 risks becoming an unfolding catastrophe unless state leaders take decisive action before the end of July.
The key is to stabilize housing, now.
So far, the 30,000 undocumented workers in the state who were laid off during the pandemic have borne the brunt of the crisis. Without access to federal assistance, their families have been in dire circumstances. They are scraping by through the heroic efforts of friends, families, neighbors, charitable groups, and churches.
But on August 1, the problem escalates exponentially, when enhanced federal unemployment benefits end for hundreds of thousands of workers. Even with most employees returning to work, perhaps 120,000 households in the state will have trouble making their housing payments. A survey from the MassINC Polling Group revealed that 29 percent of all renters surveyed had already missed a full or partial payment by the end of May. Young people, communities of color, service workers, and part-time employees have been hit particularly hard."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://commonwealthmagazine.org/housing/the-eye-of-a-housing-hurricane/?
"Everybody had to give up something here to get to a common good, right"
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200725/house-approves-sweeping-police-reform-bill-in-93-66-vote-after-35-hours-of-debate?rssfeed=true
The text of the legislation and amendments can be found online
https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4860
"And on the third day, after sessions that ran for a collective 35 hours, the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed a sweeping police reform and accountability bill that seeks to certify all law enforcement officers in the state and curb the use of force tactics by police.
The bill, representing the House’s attempt at addressing calls to counter systemic racism and force changes within law enforcement, largely stayed true to core principals the Black and Latino Legislative Caucus put forward early last month.
Republicans and a significant number of Democrats opposed the bill, but Democrats who control the House were able to pass it on Friday at 10 p.m. on a 93-66 vote.
The legislation will likely head next to six-member House-Senate conference committee for resolution, but the bill’s negotiators have a short window - seven days - to try to get a consensus bill to Gov. Charlie Baker, who had proposed his own police accountability bill. The Senate approved its bill on a 30-7 vote.
Formal legislative sessions, where controversial matters are settled, are set to end for 2020 on Friday, July 31."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200725/house-approves-sweeping-police-reform-bill-in-93-66-vote-after-35-hours-of-debate?rssfeed=true
The text of the legislation and amendments can be found online
https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4860
Saturday, July 25, 2020
DESE released guidance on 'Courses Requiring Additional Safety Considerations' and 'Remote Learning'
July 24 - DESE Releases Guidance on:
- Courses Requiring Additional Safety Considerations https://t.co/2uxffPxv0K
- Remote Learning - https://t.co/7FvkM0WLm3
pic.twitter.com/M1FH8HTlWB — M.A.S.S. (@massupt) July 24, 2020
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| DESE released guidance on 'Courses Requiring Additional Safety Considerations' and 'Remote Learning' |
You can get a copy of Remote Learning
Courses Requiring Additional Safety Considerations:
Talk Franklin: "Mid-summer in Franklin: What's going on and what's coming up!
FM #317 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 317 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my "Talk Franklin" conversation with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen and Communications Specialist Anne Marie Tracey. We had our conversation via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
We talk about: Current Town News
Audio file link: https://anchor.fm/letstalkfranklin/episodes/Mid-summer-in-Franklin-Whats-going-on-and-whats-coming-up-eh6o27
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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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Town of Franklin, MA (@TOFranklinMA) tweeted at 3:53 PM on Fri, Jul 24, 2020:
This session of the radio show shares my "Talk Franklin" conversation with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen and Communications Specialist Anne Marie Tracey. We had our conversation via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
We talk about: Current Town News
- Solar info sessions for NexAmp (Aug 25, Aug 26)
- Cannabis info session (Aug 6)
- Hazard mitigation plan (Jul 28)
- #Think Blue Franklin
- Spotlight on Senior Center
- Fire promotions event (Jul 22)
- School committee Jul 28
- Town Council meeting rescheduled Jul 29
- Travel executive order just issued
- Plastic bag prohibition scheduled for Aug 1/ waiver for Nov 1
- Concerts on the Common tonight
Audio file link: https://anchor.fm/letstalkfranklin/episodes/Mid-summer-in-Franklin-Whats-going-on-and-whats-coming-up-eh6o27
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State Budget for FY 2021 not likely until September
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200724/interim-report-flags-3b-gap-in-last-years-budget?rssfeed=true
August funding bill submitted by Gov Baker https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4869
The message for Gov Baker on H-4869 https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/HD5195
"Massachusetts tax collections in the fiscal year that ended June 30 are about $3 billion lower than what budget managers were expecting when they crafted the $43.3 billion state budget a year ago, according to preliminary data released Friday by the Department of Revenue.
Revenue officials said incomplete revenue collections for fiscal year 2020 so far total $27.276 billion, which is $2.417 billion or 8.1 percent less than fiscal year 2019 and $3.014 billion or 9.9 percent below the year-to-date benchmark.
But because the tax filing deadline was moved from April 15 to July 15 and DOR is still collecting fiscal 2020 taxes, the agency said the fiscal 2020 revenue total is expected to be updated over the next several weeks."
“Approximately 81 percent of the year-to-date shortfall is in non-withheld income tax, which is due in large part to the deferral of the deadlines for personal income tax returns and payments and the first two estimated payment installments to July 15, 2020,” Revenue Commissioner Geoffrey Snyder said. “DOR will be releasing a full FY2020 revenue report in September because recently enacted legislation requires the Comptroller to record income tax payments received between July 1 and August 31 as FY20 revenue. We will continue to closely monitor these delayed FY20 revenue collections.”Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200724/interim-report-flags-3b-gap-in-last-years-budget?rssfeed=true
August funding bill submitted by Gov Baker https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4869
The message for Gov Baker on H-4869 https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/HD5195
Weekly video update from FHS Principal Josh Hanna
Franklin High School Principal Josh Hanna writes:
https://youtu.be/YTx2cca8NRg
Click the link to offer questions / concerns to be shared in future updates.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdF9xbPGfZHC8RZZP2GdZCuek8nR1jW5WT9bfJMGblqIHhvQw/formrestricted
(Note the link to the form is currently restricted to those with an FPS email address. I expect this will change to enable parents and community to provide input.)
Franklin radar picked up via Twitter
https://twitter.com/MrHanna_FHS/status/1286803738041163777?s=09
Here is a link to a video update I plan on sharing on a weekly basis. Please click the link under the video and submit questions / concerns around our return to school. I hope you all are able to have a peaceful weekend.
https://youtu.be/YTx2cca8NRg
Click the link to offer questions / concerns to be shared in future updates.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdF9xbPGfZHC8RZZP2GdZCuek8nR1jW5WT9bfJMGblqIHhvQw/formrestricted
(Note the link to the form is currently restricted to those with an FPS email address. I expect this will change to enable parents and community to provide input.)
Franklin radar picked up via Twitter
https://twitter.com/MrHanna_FHS/status/1286803738041163777?s=09
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