MA House Committee Proposes Deep Funding Cuts for Arts, Humanities & Sciences

View this email in your browser House Committee Proposes Deep Funding Cuts for Arts, Humanities & Sciences Supporters Seek Increase through Budget Amendment (Boston, MA) - The House Committee on Ways and Means today released a state budget proposal that recommends $10 million for the arts, humanities, and sciences through the Massachusetts Cultural Council for the coming fiscal year. The Council's current state appropriation is $14 million. The Baker-Polito Administration proposed a modest, two percent increase in its FY18 budget released in January. The House Ways & Means proposed cut of 28 percent would thus force significant reductions to grants for nonprofit cultural organizations, local cultural councils, artists, education, and youth programs. Combined with expected funding reductions from the National Endowments for the Arts & Humanities, state budget cuts could dramatically reverse years of hard-won increases in public support for the cultural sector. "We consistently see new evidence of the public benefits of investing in our cultural life," said Anita Walker, Executive Director, Mass Cultural Council. "We should be debating how to strengthen those investments—for our economy, our communities, and our youth—instead of eliminating them." State Representative Cory Atkins of Concord, House Chair of the Joint Committee on Tourism, Arts, and Cultural Development, filed Amendment # 6 to the House Ways & Means budget to increase funding for the Mass Cultural Council to $16 million for FY18, which begins July 1. This amendment would allow the Council to continue to support core grant programs for nonprofits, communities, schools, and artists. The case for $16 million in state funding next year is online: our Fiscal Year 2018 State Budget Request and Case Statement for Increased Public Investment in Arts & Culture. The Council will work with MASSCreative, Mass Humanities, Mass Artists Leaders Coalition, and others to build support for this amendment by urging House members to sign on as cosponsors to Amendment #6. The full House will take up the FY18 state budget starting the week of April 24. The House process is one key step in the annual state budget process. The Senate will release its own budget proposal in May. The two chambers must then agree on a tax and spending plan before sending it back to the Governor, who may veto or approve the budget and/or specific line items. See our Advocacy Action Center for updates on the budget process and for the latest data on the nonprofit cultural sector's contributions to the Massachusetts economy and quality of life. About the MCC The MCC is a state agency supporting the arts, sciences, and humanities, to improve the quality of life in Massachusetts and its communities. It pursues its mission through a combination of grants, services, and advocacy for nonprofit cultural organizations, schools, communities, and artists. The MCC also runs the Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund in partnership with MassDevelopment. Copyright © 2017, All rights reserved. This e-mail was sent from Massachusetts Cultural Council Our mailing address is: Massachusetts Cultural Council • 10 St. James Ave., 3rd floor • Boston, MA 02116 • 617-858-2700

FHS spring sports team results for Tuesday

From Hockomock Sports we share the results of the spring sports action on Tuesday, April 11.


Baseball = Franklin, 2 @ Taunton, 5 – Final

– Taunton jumped out to an early lead, scoring four runs in the first inning and never looking back. The Tigers added another run in the fourth inning. Sophomore Jack Moynihan tossed a complete game, striking out six without issuing a single walk. He allowed seven hits with just one earned run. At the plate, Moynihan went 2-for-3 with an RBI while Matt Machado added two hits, Joe Manchester had a double and an RBI and Christian Simoes hit a home run.

Boys Tennis = Franklin, 2 vs. Hopedale, 3 – Final

Girls Tennis = Franklin, 1 @ Taunton, 4 – Final


For all the results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-041117/

FHS Panthers

Via the Twitterverse

Taunton 5 Franklin 2. Tough loss today to a solid Taunton team. Guys competed til the end. Next up: at Milford on Thurs (4/13) at 3:45pm.

— FHS Baseball (@FHSCoachZBrown) April 12, 2017

[Boys Sprg Varsity Tennis - Team] Hopedale Jr./Sr. HS defeats Franklin HS, 3 to 2.

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) April 12, 2017

Way to get your first W @FHSCoachWelch , Nice win by the Freshman, 4-3 for the opener. Nice to see all out at the ball park on a beauty day

— Kevin papa (@kevinjpapa) April 11, 2017

[Girls Sprg Varsity Tennis - Team] Taunton HS defeats Franklin HS, 4 to 1.

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) April 11, 2017

Empty Bowls Dinner Promotes Hunger Awareness “Somewhere, Someone’s Bowl is Empty”

With more than 1,000 individuals seeking food assistance from the Franklin Food Pantry, a movement is underway to educate the community about the level and impact of hunger in Franklin. A dinner featuring a simple meal of soup and bread will set the stage for community members to learn more about the true effects of hunger.

The 2nd Annual Empty Bowls Dinner on May 2, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Franklin High School will remind guests of the many “empty bowls” that exist in the lives of those who experience hunger. The awareness and fundraising event, co-hosted by the Franklin High School Empty Bowls Club and the Franklin Food Pantry, is a family-friendly event and caters to all ages.

Kimberleigh Bearce and daughter Emmaleigh enjoy a
mother-daughter outing for a good cause
as they make clay bowls 

“We hope attendees gain a better awareness of the impact of hunger in our community,” says Erin Lynch, executive director of the Franklin Food Pantry. “Reducing hunger leads to a healthier community. If you aren’t hungry, you can focus on helping your kids with their homework; you have more energy to look for a job; your kids do better in school. If we can work together to help our neighbors in need, our community will be stronger.”

Lynch said she is grateful for the partnership with the Franklin High School Empty Bowls Club. Students have been making ceramic bowls throughout the year to be used at the dinner. They have also hosted bowl-making events open to the community.

“Our students are excited to be part of such a meaningful effort,” said Brenna Johnson, FHS art teacher and advisor for the Empty Bowls Club. “In addition to making the bowls, they will volunteer the night of the event. They were a huge help at our first dinner held last year which was a sell-out success and attracted 250 people. We are thrilled to be able to accommodate 350 attendees this year!”

Event participants will choose a hand-painted, ceramic bowl to take home as a reminder that “somewhere, someone’s bowl is empty.” A silent auction will feature more elaborate pieces that have been created and painted by members of the FHS Empty Bowls Club and community members. Donations made via the Giving Wall will be used to purchase food for neighbors in need. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Franklin Food Pantry and will be used to fight hunger locally.

Tickets will be available for purchase on April 1 and must be bought in advance online at www.franklinfoodpantry.org. Seating is limited to 350 guests so tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on advance ticket sales, tickets may be available at the door. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children and students.

Empty Bowls is an international grass roots effort to fight hunger and raise funds to support local pantries. The Franklin Food Pantry and the FHS Empty Bowls Club work together to support the cause locally. For more information on the dinner, visit www.franklinfoodpantry.org or call 508-528-3115.

“Franklin is now at a crossroad again concerning proposed dwelling units”

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"The town will be seeking opinions this week from various board members and feedback from the public about the best uses of land. 

Town officials announced this month that there will be a land use workshop Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the council chambers of the municipal building. 

“We’re interested in getting feedback on a number of land use initiatives,” said Deputy Town Administrator Jamie Hellen. 

According to Hellen, the meeting’s agenda includes an array of topics, including the proper use of land in the town’s various zones. He noted, by way of example, that some had suggested changing building height restrictions - adding another floor by right - in certain areas in order to maximize space."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170411/land-use-workshop-thursday-in-franklin

The agenda and associated documents for the workshop can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/04/land-use-workshop-thursday-april-13.html

Thompson Press building on Dean Ave - future site of 200+ condos

In the News: Ahern signs contract; House budget increases local aid

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"In a brief ceremony during the committee’s regular meeting, members voted unanimously to approve and sign a contract with Ahern, currently an assistant superintendent in Holliston. 

Chairman Kevin O’Malley and Ahern signed the document, formally naming her as the next leader of Franklin Public Schools. 

O’Malley said the meeting was a momentous one, congratulating Ahern. 

“Your coming with us was much welcomed,” he told her. “We’ve been looking forward to it.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170411/franklin-signs-new-superintendent-to-contract

"Addressing healthcare, local aid and the state’s long-term financial health are among the priorities House Ways and Means Chairman Brian Dempsey listed in unveiling his committee’s $40.3 billion Massachusetts budget proposal for fiscal 2018. 

“It is fiscally responsible with targeted investments in programs and services our constituents need,” Dempsey, D-Haverhill, said Monday. 

Municipal governments and public schools would see increased funding from the state under the spending plan, which calls for $164 million more in local aid over the current fiscal year, a 2.7 percent increase. 

Chapter 70 aid, the main form of state funding for public school districts, would top $4.7 billion, an all-time high. That would provide $30 more per student than the fiscal 2017 budget. Gov. Charlie Baker’s budget proposal, by comparison, would have increased Chapter 70 funding by an average of $20 per student."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170411/schools-would-see-increased-funds-under-house-budget

Live reporting: School Safety Update

3. Guests/Presentations

b. School Safety Presentation - Peter Light, Dr. Maureen Sabolinski

School Safety Update from Franklin Matters

School Safety Presentation - Peter Light, Dr. Maureen Sabolinski

Live reporting: School Committee - Apr 11, 2017

Present: Douglas, Bergen, Bilello, Scofield, O'Malley,Schultz, Jewell
Absent: none

1. Routine Business

Citizen’s Comments
none

Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the March 23, 2017 Special Meeting March 28, 2017 Regular School Committee Meeting and the Executive Session Minutes from March 23, 2017.
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0

Payment of Bills Dr. O’Malley
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
1. Nicolas Gnaman
2. Alexander Chitarra
Correspondence: Budget to Actual 

2. Executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy as it relates to contract negotiations over the incoming Superintendent’s contract.

Roll call vote to enter into Executive Session

to return to public meeting

Returned to open session at 7:15 PM

Motion to move action item regarding approval of incoming superintendent’s contract to an early vote.
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0


Early Action Item:
L. I recommend approval of the incoming Superintendent’s contract.
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0

Welcome Dr Sara Ahern

contract being signed

Dr Sara Ahern signs the contract as new Superintendent of Franklin Public Schools #schcom0411 pic.twitter.com/wuzGNWaTiO

— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) April 11, 2017

Dr Sara Ahern signs the contract as new Superintendent of Franklin Public Schools

Culinary Cabaret 2017 - May 5

Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents Culinary Cabaret 2017 on Friday, May 5, from 7-10 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin. Hosted by Emmy Award nominee and television personality Bianca de la Garza, the sixth annual food and wine event showcases the culinary and performing arts. Featuring masterful dishes and gourmet specialties, the evening also includes a culinary-themed silent auction and entertainment by special guest artists of the Franklin Performing Arts Company and by the international touring ensemble, Electric Youth.

Bianca de la Garza anchored New England's highest-rated newscast at WCVB-TV. Her late night show, Bianca, aired in 20 million homes on CBS and ABC affiliates. Culinary Cabaret also welcomes author, event designer and entertaining expert Hilary Pereira, who will introduce her Splash Mixers – premium, all-natural and low-calorie mixers that simplify the art of making the perfect cocktail.

The signature event will once again showcase exceptional area chefs and restaurants to present an innovative evening of inspired appetizers, dishes and desserts. FPAC is pleased to collaborate with culinary partners including Tavolino, 3 Restaurant, J&L Catering, The Curry House, Beck’s Bistro Catering, Raven’s Vine & Tap, Fresh Start Market, The Little Shop of Olive Oils, David’s Tea, Cilla’s Coffeehouse, Dolce Dolce Bakery, Tri-County Culinary Arts and more.

Culinary Cabaret 2017 - May 5

Pour Richard’s Wine and Spirits will pair restaurant stations with representatives from vineyards and distributors, who will pour wines specifically chosen to complement the chef-prepared specialties. Reflecting Pour Richard’s “Never Drink Ordinary” motto, beverages will feature small producers, high quality and eclectic selection.

Tickets for Culinary Cabaret are $75 and are fully inclusive of the evening’s food, wine, beer and entertainment. Event proceeds support Electric Youth’s 2017 European concert tour to England, France, Italy and Switzerland. For more information, visit www.FPAConline.com. Tickets may be purchased online at www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or by phone at 508-528-3370.

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Apr 11, 2017

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."

the key to learning

1. Routine Business

Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the March 23, 2017 Special Meeting March 28, 2017 Regular School Committee Meeting and the Executive Session Minutes from March 23, 2017.
Payment of Bills Dr. O’Malley
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
1. Nicolas Gnaman
2. Alexander Chitarra
Correspondence: Budget to Actual 

2. Executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy as it relates to contract negotiations over the incoming Superintendent’s contract.

Roll call vote to enter into Executive Session

Return to open session

Motion to move action item regarding approval of incoming superintendent’s contract to an early vote.

Early Action Item:
L. I recommend approval of the incoming Superintendent’s contract.

3. Guests/Presentations

a. Signing of incoming Superintendent’s Contract
b. School Safety Presentation - Peter Light, Dr. Maureen Sabolinski

4. Discussion Only Items

• FY18 Budget
• Bi-County Collaborative Quarterly Report
• Policy – First Reading
• JJG – Community Sponsored Activities

5. Action Items

a. I recommend that we not accept any new school choice students for the 2017-2018 school year.
b. I recommend adoption of the FY18 Budget in the amount of $60,175,000.00 as discussed.
c. I recommend approval of the request of Mr. Peri that eligible DECA club student attend the International DECA Competition in Anaheim, CA from April 26-30, 2017 as detailed.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $300.00 from the Parmenter PCC for field trips.
e. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Steven Mollo for in-house enrichment at RMS.
f. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for in-house enrichment. 
g. I recommend acceptance of a check for $250.00 from the Keller PCC for scholarship/memorial as detailed.
h. I recommend moving Policy JJG – Community Sponsored Activities, to a second reading.
i. I recommend acceptance of a check for $449.30 from the Jefferson PCC for supplemental supplies.
j. I recommend acceptance of $2,000.00 from Music Parents for in house enrichment.
k. I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $2,575.00 for FHS as follows:
1. $1,000.00 from Special Olympics of MA for in-house enrichment
2. $1,575.00 from various for Robert Lima Scholarship

6. Information Matters

• Superintendent’s Report
a. MetroWest Health Survey Key Indicators Report

• School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
a. Policy – MaryJane Scofield

• School Committee Liaison Reports
a. Community Relations – Denise Schultz

7. New Business

• To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.

8. Motion to Adjourn 

– Dr. O’Malley

FHS Baseball, tennis, and softball teams top Oliver Ames

From Hockomock Sports we share the results of the spring sports action on Monday, April 10. The boys lacrosse lost in a close match to BC High while the baseball, softball, and both tennis teams beat their counterparts from Oliver Ames High School.

"In a battle between two Massachusetts lacrosse heavyweights on Monday afternoon at Beaver Street Field, BC High pulled out a hard-fought 8-7 win over Franklin. 

BC High dominated the first quarter and and halfway into the second period. After Charlie Pyne opened up the scoring with 9:55 left in the first quarter, BC High jumped out to a 4-0 lead at the end of the first quarter. 

That lead grew to 6-0 with 8:41 to go in the second quarter after a goal from Pat Jennings. BC High also got two goals out of both Pyne and Pat Bulger early on, who paced the Eagles along with goalie Peter DeSisto (ten saves). 

“We did a good job when we had some transition opportunities, capitalizing when we can, which is something we try to work on in all parts of the game, but it was working for us early in the half and it let us get a lead on them that we were lucky to have,” said BC High coach Steve Lydon about the Eagles’ hot start."

https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-boys-lacrosse-comeback-effort-comes-up-just-short-against-bc-high/

FHS Panthers

Baseball = Oliver Ames, 0 @ Franklin, 1 – Final
– Franklin emerged from a pitcher’s duel with a 1-0 win, scoring the lone run in the bottom of the sixth inning. Franklin lefty Jason Ulrickson went the distance, tossing a complete game shutout with just four hits allowed. He walked just one batter while striking out three. Ulrickson also had a solid day at the plate, going 2-for-3. Oliver Ames sophomore Tom Parker also had a strong performance, going five-plus innings with just three hits against and two walks. The sophomore struck out a pair while allowing just the one. Franklin senior Ryan Hodgkins scored the lone run of the game, coming home on a sacrifice fly to right field from Josh Macchi. The Panthers had a strong game defensively, led by sophomore shortstop Alex Haba, who had eight putouts.

Softball = Franklin, 13 @ Oliver Ames, 2 – Final

Boys Tennis = Franklin, 5 @ Oliver Ames, 0 – Final

Girls Tennis = Oliver Ames, 2 @ Franklin, 3 – Final

St Mary's Changes Grade One Education Program Location

This is an important message to inform all of our families of a change which will help to strengthen the Faith Formation of our young people. After much prayerful thought, advice, and discussion with Fr. Brian, teachers, and parents, we have decided to have our First Grade students come to class at the school building. 

Beginning September 2017 there will be no home program for Grade One (First Communion 1).

If you already have other children in our program, you will register your first grade student when you register your other children this summer, adding Baptismal information online.

New families of first grade students will have the opportunity to register online using the registration link that will be on the parish website this summer. You will also be able to add the necessary Baptismal information online.

At this time, if anyone is interested in joining our teaching team for Grade One and hopefully, Grade Two, please contact the Religious Education Office at 508-528-1450.

I hope by getting this information out to you early you will be able to make your plans for Religious Education for 2017/2018. If at any time you have questions, regarding Religious Education, please feel free to call me at 508-528-1450.

Thank you
Karen Ackles

St Mary's Parish, Franklin

In the News: Council to reconsider Summer St; State to reconsider school funding

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"The Town Council is scheduled this week to determine if the local government will re-consider a controversial Summer Street zoning change it earlier rejected. 

On the agenda for Wednesday’s council meeting is a vote on the resubmittal of the move, which would allow for denser development on the 11-acre property at 496 Summer St. by changing it from a “rural residential I” zone to a “single-family residential VII” one. 

If a majority of the council agrees to the reconsideration, the process would restart - the change would be referred to the Planning Board for approval, and the council would have to hold a public hearing and two readings. The change would still need a two-thirds approval by the council to take effect. 

The request was submitted by property owner Bruce Hunchard, who said he was legally allowed to seek a resubmittal, and that he had followed the rules in requesting the change. He noted that the single-family residential VII zone had been on the town’s books for several years."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170410/franklin-may-reconsider-zoning-move

"The state’s 24-year-old school funding formula comes up short by $1-2 billion when it comes to projecting the real cost of public education each year, according to a group of lawmakers and education experts who unveiled a new proposal Monday. 

State Sen. Sonia Chang-Diaz, D-Jamaica Plain, is the lead sponsor of S.223, a bill that would phase in an overhaul of the current K-12 funding formula. Over the past two-dozen years, rapidly rising costs for healthcare and special education have handcuffed school systems, leaving them with little left to spend elsewhere and sometimes forcing them to make cuts to programs that directly impact student services. 

“This is not schools asking for extra funding. This is not schools being frivolous,” Chang-Diaz said. “This funding formula has eroded ... Every year, we have been asking schools to do more and more with less.” 

Dozens of state lawmakers and education leaders gathered Monday at the Statehouse to name the bill a top legislative priority."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170410/lawmakers-say-state-formula-miscalculates-education-costs-by-1-billion

REMINDER: Franklin Odd Fellows: Speaker’s Forum Series Public Talk - Apr 13

Presenters: Robin Putnam, Research and Special Projects Manager
Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

Date/Time: April 13, 2017. 6:30 pm

Location: Franklin Public Library, Temporary Location
25 Kenwood Circle., Franklin, MA 02038

Agenda: 

1. Understanding Identity Theft - Manage your personal information and Safeguard your computer. Security freezes and fraud alerts. Reporting ID Theft and First Steps for Victims
2. Scams and Fraud Prevention – Work at Home Scams – Vacation and Travel Scams – Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Scams – Guidance for Businesses on Security Breaches – Fake Check Scams.
3. Credit Card Skimming Devices – How to spot and avoid them.
4. Q and A: Engage audience members in a question and answer period.

Franklin Odd Fellows

One-Night Only Fund-Raising Event For Today’s Special, Inc - April 15

ONE-NIGHT ONLY FUND-RAISING EVENT FOR TODAY’S SPECIAL, INC. AT THE BLACK BOX – SATURDAY, APRIL 15, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.

100% of donations go to opening our bakery!

Today’s Special, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization created by Michelle Carlucci for her son Harry, is hosting a one-night-only fund-raising event at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, MA. Our goal is to open a small bakery in Franklin that will provide much needed jobs to people of all abilities. Opening soon, with your help!

This one-night-only event will feature a live performance by Today’s Special’s own Ted Stefan, along with the music making skills of local favorites Steve Serra (Charity Case), and brothers Craig and Jeff Bernheart. We’re hoping to also have some surprise guests join us so stay tuned! With the help of our awesome friends at everybody's favorite King Street Cafe’, Today’s Special will provide a preview of the products that will be available at our bakery and in stores throughout the Commonwealth. There will be fun people of all ages at our booth so you can grab a t-shirt and some special treats while you meet our amazing friends and volunteers. Come on out, listen to the music, and like we say . . . . eat good · feel good · do good!

One-Night Only Fund-Raising Event For
Today’s Special, Inc - April 15

Tickets are a TAX-DEDUCTIBLE $50.00 and are available at todaysspecialinc.com by clicking GET INVOLVED and then UPCOMING EVENTS. Click on the Event and buy your tickets it's that easy! A confirmation e-mail will be sent and you will be added to the guest list. 

Tickets will also be available at the door on the evening of the event. THE BLACK BOX Theater is located at 15 West Central St, in downtown Franklin, MA and offers a full cash bar. Parking is free and available next to and behind the theater. Parking is also available on Main St.

Don’t miss your chance to come together to support a great cause and a great new 501(c)(3) organization. Today’s Special, Inc. is calling on you to join the Inclusion Revolution! We’ll see you April 15th! Don’t miss it!

Thank You!

This was shared from the Facebook event page
https://www.facebook.com/events/315297955551665/

Boston Globe selects FHS' CJ Neely as Division 1 Boys Basketball Coach of the Year

The Boston Globe published their All Scholastic Awards in the Sunday edition. The key highlight for Franklin was the recognition of FHS' CJ Neely as Division 1 Coach of the Year.

CJ Neely, Franklin (Boston Globe photo)

Coaches of the Year - Boys Basketball 

Division 1: CJ Neely, Franklin

In his third year at the helm, Neely made history with the Panthers as they won the program’s first Division 1 Central title and were state finalists (22-3). The Oliver Ames and Bates alum has a 57-13 record with Franklin.

For the remainder of the Globe All Scholastic selections
http://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/high-schools/2017/04/08/boys-basketball-boston-globe-all-scholastics/okGvmjWLSDbYUe3djrNMoN/story.html#Neely

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: Computer Seminar Reminder - May 11

Press Release ~ Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Computer Seminar Reminder

Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell reminds Norfolk County residents that the Registry will host a free informational computer seminar on land records research at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street in Dedham from 4:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M. on Thursday, May 11, 2016. The seminar is geared for both real estate professionals and the general public.     Register O'Donnell noted that the program will include a brief introductory presentation followed by a series of hands-on computer exercises. There will also be opportunities to ask both basic and advanced questions. Computer assisted land records are currently available both at the Registry and on the Internet at www.norfolkdeeds.org.    "These services have proven to be invaluable tools for our customers. We hope that this seminar will be both helpful and informative," said Register of Deeds Bill O'Donnell. There is no charge for the seminar, but anyone planning to attend is asked to register by calling Alicia Gardner at 781-461-6104 or by email to agardner@norfolkdeeds.org.  Please include your name, address, email and a daytime phone number when you register. "This seminar is filling up quickly, so I urge residents to sign up as soon as possible, " noted the Register.    To learn more about this and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on facebook.com/norfolkdeeds, follow us on twitter and instagram @norfolkdeeds.    The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street in Dedham. It is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County, amassing approximately a half of million land records, dating back to 1793. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org . Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Computer Seminar Reminder Thursday, May 11th ~ 4:30pm to 5:30pm email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-461-6116 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org STAY CONNECTED:

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831 Sent by registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org in collaboration with Try it free today Norfolk County Register of Deeds - screen grab

Clean out the closet: Give used shoes for the Charity Soles 4 Souls®

Here is something that the Franklin community can get behind – Postalcenter has teamed up with a Millis high school student who is collecting used shoes for the charity Soles 4 Souls®. 

There is a Postalcenter in Franklin that will collect until Apr 30: https://www.postalcenter.com/business-and-home-office/solesforsouls.aspx

https://www.facebook.com/postalcenter.franklin/

Land Use Workshop - Thursday, April 13

Land Use Workshop 

April 13, 2017 at 6:30 PM

355 East Central Street 

Council Chambers

Topics for Workshop

• COMMUNITY APPROACH TO HOUSING and Economic Development
1. Current Growth spurt? - see attached Memo
2. Residential VII ?
3. Commercial I
4. Commercial II
5. Height of issues in Cl, C2, Downtown and RS
6. Affordable housing

• lnclusionary Zoning - for affordable/or open space?

7. Open Space Acquisition Plan?


History
Master Plan Adopted by the Town Council in 2013 

Changes as a result of the Master Plan
• Change Industrial to R 5 at the end of Dean Ave (Thompson Press)
• Allow surface parking lots as primary use in Downtown
• Clean up zone lines in the Downtown
• Rural business (was Neighborhood Commercial) - Washington Street and Spring Street
• Change R4 to RS on West Central near Beaver Street

Zoning in Master Plan not addressed to date
• C-1 issues/options/location

Recent proposed changes not included in the Master Plan
1. Residential VII East Central Street - Citizen/Developer petition
2. Storage Facility moved from CII to industrial - In process
3. Medical Marijuana - State law passed - adopted
4. Recreation Marijuana - State law passed - adopted

Thompson Press building on Dean Ave - future site of 200+ condos

The original agenda document for the Land Use Workshop




The Master Plan can be found on the Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/planning-community-development/pages/master-plan

The 5 part Special Report on the development of the Residential VII zoning proposal can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/01/part-5-full-residential-vii-timeline.html