Master Plan Update Cmte discusses the Implementation Plan updates & timeline (audio)

FM #1285 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1285 in the series. 

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Master Plan Update Committee meeting held on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. 10 members participated, 8 in the Council Chambers (Jones, Hamblen, Carlucci, Halligan, Hagen, Williams, Powers), 2 remote (Lange, Hunchard), absent (Frongillo, Gallagher, Stelzer, ?).

Quick recap:

• The Master Plan Update Committee met as scheduled on Wednesday evening, Oct 2, 2024. Much of the meeting worked through the details of how to process the comments etc. coming back from the Town departments on the proposed implementation plan. 

• Ultimately reaching agreement to work on the next update in subcommittee sessions to be scheduled over the next 2 weeks so the comment reviews etc. and updates can be sent back to Amy Love by Oct 20 or Oct 21 so that can be consolidated for review by the committee at their next full meeting Oct 23.

• The community will get to see the 'final' master plan doc proposal early in November and have time for review and comment. Details on what forums or formats the feedback will be taken were not specifically determined. Likely to be similar to what had been done for other efforts (like the Open Space Plan).

• The timeline then would have the committee incorporate the community feedback in December, to present the 'final' version to the Planning Board and Town Council at meetings in January 2025.

The recording runs about 50 minutes, so let’s listen in.  Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1285-master-plan-update-cmte-mtg-10-02-24/

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Franklin TV video of the meeting -> https://www.youtube.com/live/eVglFJNI7bk?si=UFd_rSVJ1fVAvNqn&t=175 

Meeting agenda

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_oct._2_2024_with_minutes_to_approve.pdf 

My notes taken via the Zoom session ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yW315JS648TXnm1gxSGdS-Ht_mwP1TM-/view?usp=drive_link 

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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/  or www.franklin.news 

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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Master Plan Update Cmte discusses the Implementation Plan updates & timeline (audio)

FPAC announces non-equity auditions for "To Tell a Story About the Earth"

AUDITION ALERT! 

FPAC is thrilled to present To Tell a Story About the Earth, a new play by Miranda Rose Hall in development by LubDub Theatre Co January 10-12 at THE BLACK BOX! 

After a disastrous first production, a fledgling theater company has decided to call it quits. But when the local librarian requests a new performance for Earth Day, the young artists have a decision to make, and questions abound: what’s the deal with this weird fish? Who built the room we’re standing in? Isn’t there supposed to be a storm tonight? Part scripted play, part guided introduction to devising methods, part environmental investigation, and part fill in the blank, To Tell a Story About the Earth prompts ensembles everywhere to create and share an original show about the natural world close to home.

Commissioned by Concord Theatricals
Developed by LubDub Theatre Co

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DAn_dkzRWSj/

Additional audition details in the images displayed:

FPAC announces non-equity auditions for "To Tell a Story About the Earth"

FPAC announces non-equity auditions for "To Tell a Story About the Earth" 1 

Franklin, MA: School Committee agenda for meeting Tuesday, Oct 8 at 7 PM

Franklin School Committee

October 8, 2024  7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers

Call to Order Mr. Callaghan

Pledge of Allegiance 

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills Mr. Callaghan

C. Payroll Mr. McNeill

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. MS School Improvement Plan

B. FHS School Improvement Plan

III. Discussion/Action Items

A.   MS 2024-25 School Improvement Plan Approval

I recommend approval of the Middle Schools’ 2024-25 School Improvement Plan as presented.

B. FHS 2024-25 School Improvement Plan Approval

I recommend approval of the Franklin High Schools’ 2024-25 School Improvement Plan as presented.

C.   2025-26 Elementary Boundary Line Vote

I recommend approval of the 2025-26 Elementary Boundary Line as presented.

D. 2025-26 Davis Thayer Consideration Vote

I recommend consideration be given to the 25 former Davis Thayer students and their siblings enrolled in FPS K-5 elementary schools during the 2025-26 school year.

E.   MASC Resolutions

I recommend adoption of the following MASC Resolutions as discussed:

1. Increase Compulsory Attendance Age

2. Safe Storage Of Firearms

3. Aligning Taxing Authority With The Required Local Contribution

4. Fully Adjusting Chapter 70 Aid For Inflation

5. Equitable Funding For Non-Regional School Districts With High Transportation Costs

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. Staffing Update

B. Transportation Update

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes from your September 24, 2024 School Committee meeting as detailed.

B. JFK/Parmenter recurring Field Trip - Veteran’s Auditorium

I recommend approval of the request of Mary MacMurray to take Music students to the Veteran’s Auditorium, Providence, RI on May 21, 2025 (JFK) and May 23, 2025 for a concert as detailed.

C. JFK Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,325.00 from the JFK PCC for field trips as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order

VIII. Citizen’s Comments

IX. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

X. Executive Session

A. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21 3. To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental

effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares

XI. Adjournment

Agenda doc also contains remote participation info -> 

https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/4900497/SCAGENDA_10-8-24.pdf

Franklin, MA: School Committee agenda for meeting Tuesday, Oct 8 at 7 PM

FBRTC: October Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, Oct 8 at 7 PM

Meeting Tuesday night at Franklin.TV. We'd love to see you there

View this email in your browser FBRTC: October Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, Oct 8 at 7 PM

October Monthly Meeting Hello!   Tuesday night (October 8) we will have our monthly meeting at Franklin.TV, 23 Hutchinson Street, Franklin at 7 PM. The meeting will be BYOB.  We'd love to see you there! The minutes from our previous meeting can be found here on our web site. The agenda for this month's meeting is here.   Warm regards, Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee

Copyright © 2024 Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have opted in to stay informed about the Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Our mailing address is: Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee PO Box 68 Franklin, Ma 02038

Lt John Ryan retires after 32 years of service with Franklin Police Dept

"Today (Oct 4, 2024), we said goodbye to Lieutenant John Ryan as he retires from the Franklin Police Department.  

Lt Ryan is retiring after 32 years of dedicated service. Lt, your contributions to the department have been invaluable, and you will be greatly missed by all.  

Wishing you all the best as you embark on this new chapter—most importantly…enjoy the golf course!"

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/K9fPrgsksMJo9k6A/

Lt John Ryan retires after 32 years of service with Franklin Police Dept

Townwide curb event - Saturday & Sunday, Oct 5 & Oct 6

via Stacy Cobb: 

"The Town-Wide Curb Event is tomorrow Saturday & Sunday. Please make sure your address is on the list if you plan on participating.  

You can find the list on the event page. We have over 130 addresses participating this year.  

Thanks everyone!!"

Facebook event page with listing -> https://www.facebook.com/events/536121935450564/?active_tab=discussion 

Direct link to street listing -> https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-6-8IQGr88EM2Cu_xCW5FYcWm4GqoWe_xqRlrHwdtnE/edit?gid=0#gid=0

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/9MrKt7h5DNbAXd4a/

Townwide curb event - Saturday & Sunday, Oct 5 & Oct 6

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: construction updates for week of Oct 7 to 11

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project

 

 

 

BSI Construction Update for the Week of October 7th!

Monday (10/7) - Tuesday (10/8): There will be a construction crew working in the area of West Central St and Forge Pkwy at the entrance to BJ's between the hours of 7am-4pm. Please follow detour signs.

Tuesday (10/8) - Friday (10/11): There will also be a construction crew working on Grove Street from Rt. 140 south towards the MBTA train tracks between the hours of 7am - 4pm. Grove Street will be open and reduced to a single lane.

At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue with concrete form placement of the pump station foundation.

Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: construction updates for week of Oct 7 to 11

We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.

BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor-project

Franklin TV schedules Trunk or Treat event for Oct 25 from 4 to 8 PM

Franklin TV schedules Trunk or Treat event

 

"Come join us at the Franklin TV station for some trunk or treating, & have us take a photo & video in front of our green screen!

COME IN COSTUME!

23 Hutchinson Street 4 - 8 PM"

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/yAxTtkP28ecQ2zuu/

Tri-County construction underway

Tri-County construction underway

via Tri-County Regional Voc Tech HS 

"Phase 1 of our new school construction is officially underway!  

This marks the beginning of a transformative journey towards creating a state-of-the-art learning environment for our students.

Stay tuned for updates as we build a brighter future, one brick at a time!"

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DAqi_q5JNTn/

Possible change in fluoridation practices with recent legal ruling

"For decades, drinking water fluoridation opponents were often portrayed as a fringe element and conspiracy theorists, but a federal ruling in the US may put an end to the practice and marks a pivotal point in their campaign to convince the public and policymakers of the substance’s dangers for infants’ developing brains.

Armed with a growing body of scientific evidence pointing toward fluoride’s neurotoxicity, public health advocates say the legal win shows they are overcoming “institutional inertia” and the unwillingness of federal public health agencies to admit they may have been wrong.

Possible change in fluoridation practices with recent legal ruling

The order last week requiring the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to begin the process of strengthening fluoride regulations represents a “landmark” legal win that has long been in the making, said Stuart Cooper, director of the Fluoridation Action Network advocacy group.

“After many years of them ignoring us and defending fluoridation, we had an opportunity to get a fair and balanced adjudication in courts,” Cooper said."

....

“The key takeaway for the public and public health community from this ruling is that it does not conclude with any certainty that fluoridated water is injurious to public health.” 

Shared from -> (subscription maybe required) 

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/oct/04/fluoridation-water-epa-risk-assessement

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, October 4, 2024 ???

Friday, October 4

7:00am Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)

10:00am Senior Expo 2024 (Franklin Senior Center)

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm Franklin Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

2:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

3:00pm Dom Debaggis (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

4:00pm 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

6:30pm Jamie Barrett (live music) (Bog Iron Brewing, Norton)

**  NO Town Meetings today   **

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/upcoming

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

From Spooky Slime to Paranormal Investigations the Library has a lot happening in October (audio)

FM #1284 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1284 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion virtually on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

 

We talk about 

• Reviewed the regular open hours, and month ending holiday times

• Open on Sundays 

• Closed Monday, Oct 14 for Indigenous People's Day (Columbus Day)

• Book sale weekend September 18 & 19

• Library events for October 2024

• Kiddos, or “littles”

• Teens

• Adults

• Family events

The show notes include links to the Library page and to the calendar of events where registration for some of the events is required/recommended..

The recording runs about 30 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1284-franklin-library-oct-2024-event-highlights-10-02-24/

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Mitzi Gousie’s email -> mgousie@minlib.net 

Franklin Public Library page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library 

Library Calendar of Events ->  http://www.eventkeeper.com/mars/xpages/F/FRANKLIN/ekp.cfm 

October newsletter -> https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/october-2024-franklin-library-news-events 

October press release -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/10JGFZKsJgjc-obZrT16bSemdLluIL1NG/view?usp=drive_link 

Knitting Conversation -> 

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/sue-and-anne-talk-about-yarn-project.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/  or www.franklin.news 

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"

From Spooky Slime to Paranormal Investigations the Library has a lot happening in October (audio)