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| Jane Curran at Jane's Frames, website photo |
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
Jane's Frames: A quick note from us
Monday, December 5, 2016
Public Hearing: EPA Brownfields Grant - Dec 6 - 5:00 PM
The Department of Planning and Community Development will be a holding Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 6th at 5:00PM for an EPA Brownfields Grant in regards to the former Nu-Style site at 87 Grove Street.
The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at the Town Hall.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/12/public-hearing-notice-for-87-grove-st.html
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/12/annual-report-2015-department-of.html
The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at the Town Hall.
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| Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central St |
Related posts on the NuStyle property
- A similar hearing was held almost one year ago
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/12/public-hearing-notice-for-87-grove-st.html
- From the 2015 Annual Report:
"Also during 2015 DPCD continued to work with other Town staff, consultants, and the EPA to move forward redevelopment of the Town’s “Nu-Style” Property. The Nu-Style Property at 87 Grove Street consists of two parcels totaling 1.2 acres. The property is contaminated with a variety of hazardous materials. Demolition of the main NuStyle building was completed within FY13; demolition was required in order to access and analyze soil and water under the building to assure that the full extent of soil and water contamination is known.
Preparing the site for redevelopment is expensive, and DPCD has sought funding and technical assistance from a variety of sources in recent years. DPCD secured EPA technical assistance to assess the quality of ground water at the Nu-Style site; several monitoring wells were drilled and two rounds of water samples were analyzed. In addition, the EPA performed indoor air quality assessment activities in an adjacent privately held building to assure contaminated soil and ground water on the Nu-Style property is not negatively impacting adjacent properties. Building II, a smaller dilapidated mill building on the back of the Nu-Style property became the focus of DPCD efforts during the second half of FY15."
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/12/annual-report-2015-department-of.html
Finance Committee - Agenda - Dec 6, 2016
The Finance Committee is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, Dec 6 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The full agenda document is attached below with the key items highlighted here:
Worthy of note is the balance of the budgetary savings accounts. These accounts are used to plan for actual or emergency expenses.
The "Rec Fields Stab" is money set aside to replace the FHS and Beaver St artificial turf fields. Coincidentally, one of the action items on this agenda is to use some money from the "Free Cash" to fund the design for those fields. The design is needed to put the work out to bid with an expectation to have the fields replaced during the period June-July 2017.
OPEB Obligation: Pay as you go 93,975,598 as of 6/30/15
- Technology – E Permitting Purchase
- Technology – Google Applications Purchase
- Turf Field Design and Development
Items for Discussion:
Town Administrator Updates- FY 17 Capital/FY 18 Budget,
- Multi-units development in Town
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| the new artificial turf field at FHS has good softness with its new infill although it is crumb rubber and is controversial |
The "Rec Fields Stab" is money set aside to replace the FHS and Beaver St artificial turf fields. Coincidentally, one of the action items on this agenda is to use some money from the "Free Cash" to fund the design for those fields. The design is needed to put the work out to bid with an expectation to have the fields replaced during the period June-July 2017.
Balances update 09/30/16
- Gen Stab 4,987,740
- PW Stab -0-
- Rec Fields Stab 870,105
- Traffic Stab 4,611
- Fire Truck Stab 486,407
- Property Acquis Stab 255,527
- Open Space 1,085,668
- Budget Stab 1,345,759
- OPEB Trust 2,262,251
- Free Cash 3,516,586
OPEB Obligation: Pay as you go 93,975,598 as of 6/30/15
S.A.F.E. Coalition Members presents Certificate of Appreciation to Franklin Resident Sam Pfeiffer for his Fundraising Efforts
Sam Pfeiffer, an 8th grade student at the Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School (BFCCPS), raised $280 for the S.A.F.E. Coalition as part of his Capstone project. The project aimed to help educate middle school students at his school about the ongoing opioid crisis, and raise funds to support those affected by Substance Use Disorder in the greater Franklin area.
Sam raised the money by organizing two separate events: a popsicle sale at BFCCPS in the spring and a lemonade stand sale at the school's annual back-to-school picnic, during which he handed out brochures and other supporting information provided by the S.A.F.E. Coalition to help increase awareness in the community.
The presentation was made November 22, 2016 during the S.A.F.E. Coalition Meeting at the Franklin Municipal Building.
In acknowledging the enormous action on Sam's part Jim Derick (President) said:
S.A.F.E. is a coalition of community partners who have come together to provide support, education, treatment options, and coping mechanisms for those affected by substance abuse disorder. We do so by empowering those affected, including their families, with the tools necessary to succeed on their journey to recovery. We understand that while I can't, we can.
For further information about the S.A.F.E. Coalition of MA please visit us on the Web (http://safecoalitionma.com) of on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/safecoalitionma/)
Sam raised the money by organizing two separate events: a popsicle sale at BFCCPS in the spring and a lemonade stand sale at the school's annual back-to-school picnic, during which he handed out brochures and other supporting information provided by the S.A.F.E. Coalition to help increase awareness in the community.
The presentation was made November 22, 2016 during the S.A.F.E. Coalition Meeting at the Franklin Municipal Building.
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| Shown in the picture are S.A.F.E. Board of Directors members Megan Lazarek (Member), Jennifer Knight (Vice President), Jim Derick (President), Sam Pfeiffer, Jordan Warnick (Secretary) and Steve Spiewakowski (Member) |
In acknowledging the enormous action on Sam's part Jim Derick (President) said:
Sam also received a letter of congratulations from Rep. Jeff Roy, who could not be present.
- 'If there were more Sam's involved, we would be able to bring the crisis under control…’ and … 'it brings in a new generation into the fight [sic against Substance Use Disorder].'
- 'It [sic, these funds alone] will support S.A.F.E. phone services for more than a year.’
S.A.F.E. is a coalition of community partners who have come together to provide support, education, treatment options, and coping mechanisms for those affected by substance abuse disorder. We do so by empowering those affected, including their families, with the tools necessary to succeed on their journey to recovery. We understand that while I can't, we can.
For further information about the S.A.F.E. Coalition of MA please visit us on the Web (http://safecoalitionma.com) of on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/safecoalitionma/)
Did you hear about photos with Santa?
Did you hear about photos with Santa?
You can follow the event on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/858818804253532/
"Come and have your picture taken with Santa!
Santa Claus himself will be here at the Police Department from 9am-1pm.
We will be collecting toys for our annual toy drive, so please bring in a new unwrapped gift. Thank you!"
You can follow the event on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/858818804253532/
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| Franklin Police Dept event photo on Facebook |
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| Franklin Police Station - post Halloween |
Boston school starting times
In the Saturday edition of the Boston Globe:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2016/12/02/boston-puts-brakes-changing-school-start-times-least-for-now/DFxNyhH5zCj3n27a4Xv1ZO/story.html
This is a follow up to an earlier story
https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2016/12/01/boston-considers-changing-school-start-times-save-busing-costs/hkB7hYljDz8eh561bGzuYO/story.html
Boston has three times for bus routes; 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30. They were looking to save money by switch some of the school star times so that more busses could run the three time slots. More planning and communication is needed before making any change.
"Boston school officials have decided against changing the start times for elementary, middle, and K-8 schools for next fall, saying they need more time to conduct an analysis and consult with the community, officials announced Friday night.
“There are no plans at this time to make changes to start and end times for the upcoming school year as it’s important that we take the time to work with the entire school community through this process,” the School Department said."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2016/12/02/boston-puts-brakes-changing-school-start-times-least-for-now/DFxNyhH5zCj3n27a4Xv1ZO/story.html
This is a follow up to an earlier story
https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2016/12/01/boston-considers-changing-school-start-times-save-busing-costs/hkB7hYljDz8eh561bGzuYO/story.html
Boston has three times for bus routes; 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30. They were looking to save money by switch some of the school star times so that more busses could run the three time slots. More planning and communication is needed before making any change.
Percent Franklin Voter Turnout 2003 - 2016 (updated with official results from Nov 8, 2016)
The "official" results from the November 8th were posted to the Town of Franklin webpage and as I updated my chart with the final numbers, I also realized that i had left out a key election in the last chart. I'll attribute that to a version control issue, I had updated an earlier version rather than the proper version.
Here is the most recent chart with the percent Franklin voter turnout for elections from 2003 - 2016.
Here is the most recent chart with the percent Franklin voter turnout for elections from 2003 - 2016.
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| percent Franklin voter turnout for elections from 2003 - 2016 (color coded by election) |
- The official results from Nov 8 were posted to the Town of Franklin page here
- The prior posting in November can be found here
Registration is now open for the 2017 Winter Session
"Registration is now open for the 2017 winter session at The Center for Adult Education and Community Learning,9 E. Central St., 218 Oak St, Franklin.
This winter participants can exercise, dance and paint, or play sports — badminton, basketball and volleyball. They can also enjoy food and wine demonstrations and tastings and explore the Italian language.
Classes in digital photography and financial planning will be offered.
The Kids’ Corner program will also expand. This program is a unique collection of afterschool activities for children with the goal of making learning fun. Classes are small, relaxed and designed to encourage children’s creativity. Children can explore art, cooking, science and yoga."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161204/registration-open-for-adult-ed-classes
- To view the catalog online
http://cms5.revize.com/revize/franklinlifelong/Winter%20for%20print%20brochure%2011%2015%20final%20no%20links.pdf
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| Community Entrance at Franklin High School, also to the Lifelong Learning offices |
Sunday, December 4, 2016
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Dec 7, 2016
The agenda for the Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 7, 2016. This was shared from the Town of Franklin website. The links in most cases go directly to the supporting documents.
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| Franklin's Town Common |
Hand-grown/Hand-made Craft Fair - December 10
"There will be a hand-grown/hand-made craft fair with all local farmers and vendors from Franklin and a few surrounding towns.
It will be held on the second story of An Unlikely Story Bookstore in Plainville next Saturday, December 10 from 10am to 3pm."
Note: organized by a Franklin couple who submitted this for posting
It will be held on the second story of An Unlikely Story Bookstore in Plainville next Saturday, December 10 from 10am to 3pm."
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| Hand-grown/Hand-made Craft Fair - December 10 |
Note: organized by a Franklin couple who submitted this for posting
A Celtic Christmas with Robbie O'Connell and Rose Clancy Dec 10
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In the News: Rotaract Club chartered at Dean College
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161203/franklin-rotary-club-charters-dean-college-rotaract-club
Photo was taken during the induction of individual members by Mr Sager.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/11/rotaract-club-established-at-dean.html
"Franklin Rotary Club has chartered a Rotaract club at Dean College. The 19 charter members, all Dean students, attended a recent Rotary Club meeting where they were formally inducted into Rotaract by Rotary District Gov. Steve Sager, from the Westborough Rotary Club; Franklin Rotary President Theodore Katsaros; and Carlos Aguilera, Franklin rotarian and the Rotaract Club adviser.
The students already have a list of projects they intend to do to help out in the Franklin community."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161203/franklin-rotary-club-charters-dean-college-rotaract-club
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| Rotaract Club established at Dean College |
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/11/rotaract-club-established-at-dean.html
Saturday, December 3, 2016
Budget Subcommittee Meeting - Agenda - Dec 7, 2016
The Budget SubCommittee is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, Dec 7 at 6:30 PM in room 205.
The posted agenda can be found here and viewed in the embedded PDF file below
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/budget_committee_meeting_12-7-16.pdf
Who are the members of the subcommittee?
The complete listing of the subcommittee and members can be found on the revised Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/pages/town-council-subcommittees-liaisons
The posted agenda can be found here and viewed in the embedded PDF file below
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/budget_committee_meeting_12-7-16.pdf
Who are the members of the subcommittee?
- Tom Mercer (Chair)
- Matt Kelly
- Deborah Pellegri
- Peter Padula
The complete listing of the subcommittee and members can be found on the revised Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/pages/town-council-subcommittees-liaisons
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| construction progress on the library - looking to get the exterior closed up for the winter |
Franklin Line notice - Forge Park Station platform
The mini high platform is closed at Forge Park/ 495 Station today due to track work. A portable lift is available.
Affected stops:
Last updated: Dec 03 2016 06:54 AM
Affected stops:
- Forge Park/495
Last updated: Dec 03 2016 06:54 AM
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| Franklin Line MBTA train arriving at Franklin Dean Station |
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