School Committee - Recap - Sep 10, 2019

The recap of the School Committee meeting held Sep 10, 2019 is summarized as follows:

The three middle schools collaborated to present the highlights of their individual improvement plans. There is more consistency across the district as shown in the plans.

The high school followed to share their improvement plan updates. There is similarity with some programs continuing across the district to the high school. Some programs are also continuing to evolve as they develop with each of the schools.

The high school also presented plans to eventually recognize the students for biliteracy achievement. Student with another language as their primary and achieving levels of mastery in both their primary and English languages. Going the other way, students with mastery in English who also master another language would also be recognized. More work to develop the program is underway with possible first recognition for the graduates in the class of 2021. 

The proposal to study the implications of closing Davis Thayer was approved. The study will take time before coming back with some real numbers and scenarios for decision.

Additional details can be found in my notes reported live during the meeting. Links provided below.

Middle Schools Improvement Plan Presentation from Franklin Matters

FHS: Seal of Biliteracy Proposal from Franklin Matters

Superintendent's Report
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/superintendents_report_to_school_committee_september_10_2019.pdf


Live Reporting: Information Matters to closing
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-information-matters-to.html

Live reporting: Discussion Action Items - Improvem...
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-discussion-action-items.html
 
Live reporting: School Committee - Sep 10, 2019
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-school-committee-sep-10.html


Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Sep 10, ...
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-sep.html

Retirement of Facilities: Recommendation for Furth...
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/retirement-of-facilities-recommendation.html

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: Register O'Donnell Sees Spike in Lending Activity

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Sees Spike in Lending Activity Continuing a recent trend seen in Norfolk County, Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell reported a significant 25% increase year over year in the number of mortgages recorded during the month of August. This activity stood in contrast to a small decline seen in the number of properties sold countywide during the month. "Regarding mortgage activity," noted O'Donnell, "a total of 3,014 mortgages were recorded compared to 2,418 during the previous year. Total mortgage dollar borrowing for August was $1.6 billion, an eye popping 72% increase year over year. The total borrowing figure was impacted by a $110 million mortgage taken out against a property in Crown Colony, Quincy." Register O'Donnell also mentioned that consumers and commercial property owners are acting favorably on low interest rates, and are willing to refinance existing mortgages and utilize home equity loans for home improvement and other capital and personal needs. On the other hand, August of 2019 saw a slowdown when it came to properties sold in the county. There were only 1,834 properties sold in Norfolk County, a 5% decrease year over year based in comparison to the August 2018 numbers. However, the average property sale, including both residential and commercial transactions during the past August, was $959,518. Total dollar volume for sales in Norfolk County for that period was $1.2 billion. These numbers reflect a substantial increase compared to August 2018. Register O'Donnell noted, "There's no question reductions in real estate inventory are driving up prices. With that said, the increases seen in average sales price and total sales volume were greatly impacted by a $270 million apartment complex transaction of The Commons at Windsor Gardens in Norwood." In addition to the lending numbers, another area that showed continued and significant improvement was Norfolk County foreclosure activity. There was a 59% decrease in the number of foreclosure deeds recorded at the Registry in August. In addition, Notice to Foreclose Mortgages, the first step in the foreclosure process, was down by 33%. "While the eastern Massachusetts economy continues to perform well, some of our neighbors, through no fault of their own, are experiencing economic hardship. I am proud of the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds partnership with Quincy Community Action Programs at (617) 479-8181 x-376 and NeighborWorks Housing Solutions at (617) 770-2227 x-346. These organizations have staff that can provide counsel to anyone who has received a Notice to Foreclose Mortgage from a lending institution. Additionally, another available option is to contact the Massachusetts Attorney General's Consumer Advocacy and Response Division (CARD) at (617) 727-8400," noted O'Donnell. Homestead recordings experienced a small reduction in August of 4% from the prior year. "A Homestead," noted the Register, "is a consumer safeguard that provides limited protection against the forced sale of a homeowner's primary residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000." Register O'Donnell concluded, "A lack of available real estate inventory continues to play a leading role in the reduced numbers of real estate transactions. We are seeing some prospective homeowners being priced out of the Norfolk County market and having to look elsewhere, such as Worcester County. I do not see any wavering of real estate prices in the foreseeable future. Conversely, low interest rates are continuing to fuel lending activity in the real estate market. These lending numbers also tell us that Norfolk County remains a vibrantly strong economy." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and/or Instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street in Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website www.norfolkdeeds.org. 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. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

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Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: Register O'Donnell Sees Spike in Lending Activity

In the News: What are the symptoms of EEE?

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

The Daily News and the Standard-Times of New Bedford asked readers what their questions are about the EEE virus, its threat to animals and humans, and the best ways people can protect themselves from it.

In response, we received more than 50 questions and, after eliminating duplicates, sent them to the state Department of Public Health to be answered. The answers below are grouped by general topic. All answers are from Dr. Catherine Brown, state epidemiologist with the Bureau of Infectious Disease and Laboratory Sciences at DPH, unless otherwise noted.

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190915/state-epidemiologist-answers-residents-questions-about-eee

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Sep 18, 2019

The published agenda and documents for the Franklin Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, 2019.

You can also find the full set of documents in one PDF

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/september_18_full_tc_agenda.pdf

 

(Note: where there are active links in the agenda item, it will take you to the associated document)

This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/september-18-town-council-agenda

Agenda Item	Summary
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS	a. 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	a. 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. September 4, 2019
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS	a. Franklin Police Department Retirement: Daniel McGlynn     Franklin Police Department Promotion: Nick Palmieri     Franklin Police Department New Hire: John Godino & David Ricci b. Franklin Fire Department EMS Lieutenant: William Blanchard
5. APPOINTMENTS	None Scheduled
6. HEARINGS	a. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 19-837: Zoning Map Changes From General Residential V to Single Family Residential IV an Area on or Near West Central Street - Public Hearing 7:10 PM
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS	None Scheduled
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS	a. Historical Museum Presentation b. DPW Presentation - Tree Removal Update & Clothing Recycling Program
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS	a. Capital Budget Subcommittee b. Budget Subcommittee c. Economic Development Subcommittee
10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 19-63: Appropriation Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per M.G.L Ch.44, §53F3/4 (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-63: Majority Vote (5))
10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Bylaw Amendment 19-845: Chapter 170, Vehicles and Traffic - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 19-845 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote (5))
11. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION	None Scheduled
ADJOURN

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Sep 18, 2019

Destination Imagination: Information Session - Sep 30

What is Destination Imagination?

Destination Imagination is an educational non-profit that prepares children for a future that is rapidly evolving. DI does this through a project-based learning experience that applies the Creative Process across 7 different Challenge types – Technical, Scientific, Engineering, Fine Arts, Improvisational, Service Learning, and Early Learning – allowing second grade through high school level students to acquire and practice the skills needed to thrive in school, future careers, and beyond.

DI participants learn:

• Self-confidence and Perseverance
• Team Building
• Creative and Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Risk Taking
• Project Management

Parents, do you want to learn more about this after-school program? Come find out at our information meeting on Monday Sep 30 at the Franklin Library Community Room at 6 PM. 

The best way to learn about DI is to come to this meeting, but if you are unable to attend the meeting, please contact us at di.franklin.ma@gmail.com and we will provide you more information.

Download the flyer
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fryjXJmEB6EYZjyP_uqfS1WW29MJVdRO/view?usp=sharing

Destination Imagination - get ready! - Sep 30

FHS football tops Andover 28-25

Via HockomockSports.com and Twitter we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Saturday, Sep 14, 2019

Football = Franklin, 28 @ Andover, 25 – Final


For the other results around the Hockomock League on Saturday
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-14-19/

Via the Twitterverse:
 

14-10 at the half - Franklin! Hard fought first half. Gasbarro to Davis 2x, Parker XP’s are good! Cole L big hits on D, JB Briggs big play on special teams! Let’s finish!🏈 🚣‍♀️🏈!!

— FHSFootballGridiron (@fhs_gridiron) September 14, 2019

21-18 Franklin. We have a battle in Andover! Let’s go Panthers!

— FHSFootballGridiron (@fhs_gridiron) September 14, 2019

28-25 Franklin! 4th down 45 yard TD Gasbarro to Nally! 2:31 left!!!

— FHSFootballGridiron (@fhs_gridiron) September 14, 2019

FHS football tops Andover 28-25

 

LiveARTS: Victor Romanul Concert on October 6

Presents Victor Romanul, Violin Lisa Romanul, Piano in a benefit concert supporting LiveARTS concert series and music in the community Performing works by Beethoven, Bach, Brahms, and Foote Violinist Victor Romanul started performing at the age of 7. Victor, along with his three brothers traveled and performed extensively as the Romanul Quartet. After studying with Ivan Galamian, Joseph Silverstein, and Jascha Heifetz, Victor joined the Pittsburgh Symphony as a second violinist at the age of 21. During his first week there he won the position of Associate Concertmaster, remaining for six years. Eventually he joined the Boston Symphony. Victor has given numerous solo and concerto performances, and specializes in virtuoso music of the solo violin. Sunday, October 6 3:00 PM First Universalist Society in Franklin 262 Chestnut Street Franklin, Massachusetts. Tickets $50 for adults, $40 for seniors, students by donation Tickets available at the door or on our website – liveartsma.org The building is completely accessible. Doors open at 2:30 PM Parking is free. For more information about LiveARTS, please call 774-571-7920 or visit our website. Copyright © 2019 LiveARTS, Franklin, Massachusetts, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at a LiveARTS concert or at FUSF. Our mailing address is: LiveARTS, Franklin, Massachusetts 283 Prospect Street Franklin, MA 02038

In the News: Going to the CDC for help on EEE; commuter rail $10 weekend fare popular

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

"The prevalence of Eastern equine encephalitis in Massachusetts this year has prompted Gov. Charlie Baker to float the idea of broader prevention efforts next year and two MetroWest area members of Congress to ask the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for information about funding and other assistance.

The state Department of Public Health on Friday announced an eighth confirmed case of EEE, in a man in his 50s from northeastern Bristol County. One human case of another mosquito-borne illness, West Nile virus, and eight confirmed cases of EEE in animals have also been logged so far this year.

Public health officials have been advising residents to continue taking precautions to avoid mosquito bites - wearing bug spray, long sleeves and pants, and staying inside between dusk and dawn - even as the weather gets cooler in September.

On Thursday, U.S. Reps. Joseph Kennedy III and Katherine Clark wrote to CDC director Dr. Robert Redfield, noting that hundreds of mosquitoes across Massachusetts have tested positive for the virus and the number of confirmed human cases in the state “has already exceeded the national average of cases reported to the CDC annually.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190914/baker-us-reps-plan-for-broader-eee-prevention-efforts

"The commuter rail’s $10 unlimited weekend pass has quickly become a popular option for travelers with more than half a million sold since it was introduced in May 2018, though it remains unclear how much the ticket type has affected overall ridership, officials said.

Keolis, which is under contract to operate the MBTA commuter rail network for the next three years, announced Tuesday that customers purchased 584,000 weekend tickets over the past 16 months.

The company did not provide exact numbers linking the new option to financial growth, but said in its press release that commuter rail revenue has increased 25% over the last four years.

Keolis also said it would be difficult to quantify overall weekend ridership before and after the new pass was piloted and then made permanent, but that the $10 unlimited ticket contributed to some growth."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190913/keolis-weekend-passes-add-rail-revenue

Franklin Line notice Weekday Shuttle Service for off peak trips

Weekdays, September 16 - October 3, from 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM, shuttle buses will replace Franklin Line service between Forge Park/495 and Franklin due to track maintenance.

This necessary tie job replacement project will improve service and reliability on the Commuter Rail. Additional weekdays may be added as work progresses on the Franklin Line.

Please note the pickup/drop off locations for shuttle buses:

• Franklin: Please board in the main station parking lot near the shelter.
• Forge Park/495: Please board at the end of the driveway to the parking lot.

Affected trips:

• 703 (8:04 am from South Station)
• 710 (9:22 am from Forge Park/495)
• 705 (9:40 am from South Station)
• 712 (10:55 am from Forge Park/495)
• 707 (11:00 am from South Station)
• 714 (12:20 pm from Forge Park/495)
• 709 (12:20 pm from South Station)
• 716 (1:35 pm from Forge Park/495)
• 711 (1:35 pm from South Station)
• 718 (2:57 pm from Forge Park/495)

Last Updated: Sep 12 2019 03:12 PM 
https://mbta.com/schedules/CR-Franklin/timetable
 

Franklin Line notice Weekday Shuttle Service for off peak trips

Franklin residents have stepped up to create a choice for voters

The candidate listing has grown this week. There have been a total of 40 people who have stepped up to draw nomination papers. 5 subsequently withdrew their name leaving 35 candidates. 

23 of the candidates have returned their papers and 20 of those have had their signatures certified to be on the ballot Nov 5. 

The remaining 12 candidates need to turn in their papers by Tuesday, Sep 17 and have the Town Clerk certify the signatures. 

Franklin voters will have a choice for most positions up for election.

COMMITTEE/BOARD/POSITION OPENINGS	Candidates	Positions
BOARD OF ASSESSORS - 2 SEATS  (4Yr.Term)	2	2
BOARD OF HEALTH -2 SEATS  (4 Yr.Term)	3	2
CONSTABLE - 3 OPENING       (4Yr.Term)	4	3
PLANNING BOARD - 3 SEATS   (4Yr.Term)	3	3
SCHOOL COMMITTEE - 7 SEATS   (2Yr.Term)	11	7
TOWN CLERK - 1 Position    (4Yr.Term)	1	1
TOWN COUNCIL  - 9 SEATS      (2Yr.Term)	11	9
Totals	35	27

The last day to return papers is Tuesday, Sep 17.

The listing of the 35 candidates who have taken out papers to run for the open positions on the Franklin Biennial Election is provided via Town Clerk, Teresa Burr. 20 of the candidates have had their papers certified to confirm their ballot entry.

The listing will be updated weekly to provide the 'scorecard' of who's taken papers, who's turned them in, etc.

Download your copy from here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x3icT0ng70NyfDFIGTT1yyUHH5u63JdU/view?usp=sharing

All precincts vote on Nov 5, 2019 in one location, Franklin High School

Franklin TURKEY TROT Registration Open

Franklin Turkey Trot Registration is OPEN! 

Please visit www.franklinturkeytrot.org for race information and registration.

Free t-shirts will be given to the first 150 participants to REGISTER online. After the free shirts are gone, shirts will be available for purchase for $10 until November 1st.

If you have any questions, please email franklinturkeytrot@gmail.com.

See you at the race!

Franklin TURKEY TROT Registration Open

Franklin Cultural District Partners Meeting - Agenda - Sep 18

Hello Franklin Cultural District Partners,

The September Franklin Cultural District Partners meeting will be next Wednesday, September 18th at the studio of Franklin Cable TV and Radio. 

Meeting details are as follows:

Franklin Cultural District Partners Meeting
Wednesday, September 18, 2019 = 7:00 PM
Franklin Cable TV and Radio Station, 23 Hutchinson Street, Franklin


There is on site parking and the building has universal access.
Below you will find the agenda for this meeting.

We hope to see all Franklin Cultural District Partners at the meeting next week.

Best regards,
Nancy Schoen

____________________

Nancy Schoen
Chair, Franklin Cultural District Committee
nschoenfranklinculture@gmail.com
https://www.franklinculture.org/


Download your copy of the agenda here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczbWRuVE9nV3A1S3QwOUFNRXBXTm9nejVJN193/view?usp=sharing

Franklin Cultural District Partners Meeting Agenda - Sep 18

FHS boys soccer top Canton 3-0

Via HockomockSports.com we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Friday, Sep 13, 2019

Boys Soccer = Canton, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final
– Franklin opened the scoring less than 10 minutes into the contest and added two goals in a 10-minute span in the second half to knock off visiting Canton. Lucas Moura put the Panthers ahead on an assist from Ben Moccia in the 7th minute. Trevor O’Neill doubled the lead for the hosts in the 54th minute on an assist from Jacob Cummings. Junior Ethan Cain capped the scoring five minutes later with a goal in the 59th minute.


For the other results around the Hockomock League on Friday
https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-09-13-19/

FHS boys soccer top Canton 3-0

Funding Approved for SNETT Tunnel in Franklin

Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (D-Franklin), Senator Becca Rausch (D-Needham), and Representative Mike Soter CR-Bellingham) are pleased to announce that funding for the Prospect Street tunnel along the Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT) has been approved this week and the project will go out to bid in the fall. A total of $1.3 million, over two fiscal years, will be funded from the Department of Conservation and Recreation's (DCR) Trails Capitol Project.

"The Southern New England Trunk.line Trail serves as an important corridor that offers exceptional outdoor recreational opportunities while also connecting communities together throughout the region," said Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Kathleen Theoharides. "The Baker-Polito Administration is proud to provide essential funding for the rail trait's Prospect Street tunnel project, which will be managed by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, and appreciates the dedication and hard work of the Town of Franklin's legislative delegation."

SNETT trailhead on Grove St

Franklin's legislative delegation has been actively working on this funding since 2014 in order to expand the connectivity of this trail and connect it to the rest of the SNETT. The SNETT, one of the longest trails in Massachusetts, travels 22 miles from Grove Street in Franklin all the way to the Douglas State Forest. The trail is popular to bicyclists, cross-country skiers, equestrians, and hikers and connects with other trail lines, reaching as far as Worcester, MA, Providence, RI and Palmer, MA.

"Well-maintained, accessible recreational trails have a significant positive impact on quality of life across the state," said Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). "This funding will make significant improvements to the connectivity and accessibility of SNETT, encouraging people to get outdoors, be active and connect with the region."

"As an avid bike rider, this project has always been near and dear to my heart," said Rep. Roy. "I have been advocating for the SNETT because it not offers great recreational potential as a multi-use trail and brings communities together. It also gives life to abandoned railways and provides communities a way to offer open space to its residents. I am thrilled to see that the Governor and DCR are supporting this project and look forward to seeing more residents on the trail."

An impediment at Prospect Street emphasizes the need for a tunnel. At that point one mile into the trail there is steep terrain causing users to leave the trail, trespass on private property, and traverse a steep incline to get to the other side. Many years ago, the old railroad tracks right-of­ way ran under a bridge at Prospect Street. But the bridge was eliminated, and the railroad right­ of-way was filled in, creating this major obstacle.

In 2013, then DCR Commissioner Jack Murray visited the site with members of the Legislature, engineers, Franklin town officials, rail trail committee members, and conservationists to discuss options. And in 2016, Matthew Beaton, the Massachusetts Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs, rode the trail with Rep. Roy (D-Franklin), local officials, and committee members to see firsthand whether a tunnel fit in with the Governor's priorities.

bikers on the SNETT

Rep. Soter (D-Bellingham) stated, "I'm thrilled to see this project finally move towards reality. This has been in the works for years now and I cannot express enough how happy I am to see this project through as the State Representative of the 8th Worcester District. The Southern New England Trunkline Trail is an outstanding project that promotes environmental stewardship and healthy living for the residents of Bellingham and the surrounding communities."

Senator Becca Rausch (D- Needham) said, "One of the best parts of our pocket of the Commonwealth is its natural beauty. This project not only improves lives in our area by fixing a problem spot for accessibility, but also serves as a draw to others to come visit our region. I'm so proud to support the tremendous work of my colleagues at the state and local levels who have brought this trail to reality."

"I want to thank our state legislative delegation and the Franklin-Bellingham Rail Trail Committee for all of their tireless work to get these resources to provide better access to the SNETI trail," said Franklin Town Administrator Jamie Hellen. "On behalf of our entire staff and the Franklin DPW, we have been honored to work on this exciting project. There is no question this is a very big deal and we are committed to continuing to work on expansion of the SNETT in the future."

"The Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee (FBRTC) is proud to be the community advocate for the SNETT and the funding of the Prospect Street tunnel project," said Marc Kaplan, FBRTC president. "The tunnel project solves a major impasse on the SNETT and creates a seamless connection between the towns of Franklin and Bellingham. The completed project helps realize our mission of making a universally accessible trail for all ages and abilities and will improve the quality of life for residents. We would like to thank Representatives Roy and Soter and Senators Spilka and Rausch, as well as Franklin and Bellingham Town administrators for their leadership to secure funding for this important project, and the OCR for their tireless work and direct assistance in developing the SNETT rail trail."

The project will go out to bid in November 2019 and the project should be complete by the summer of 2020.

Franklin Democratic Town Committee Votes To Endorse The Green New Deal

The Franklin Democratic Town Committee approved a motion to endorse The Road To The Green New Deal at their September 9 monthly meeting voicing their support of the principles of the Green New Deal, which include:a rapid decarbonization of the economy and government investment in green jobs and infrastructure.

The Committee has been working hard to promote awareness among Franklin voters of the impact of the Climate Crisis on our environment and citizen's health. The Committee has six active sub-committees, including a Forum Committee chaired by Richard Halpern that chose as its first activity to cosponsor a climate crisis forum: "Franklin 2050:The Climate Crisis." 

The Climate Crisis forum will be held October 17 from 7 - 9:00 pm at the Elks Lodge,1077 Pond Street. Speakers will include Marjorie Decker, State Representative, 25th Middlesex District, FDTC member Ted McIntyre, PhD, Board Member, Mass Climate Action Network (MCAN), and Carolyn Barthel from 350 Mass for a Better Future, Carolyn Barthel, Coordinator and Steering Team, 350 Massachusetts For A Better Future.

"Franklin 2050:The Climate Crisis" is free, but seating is limited. Registration is recommended. Pre-registration is available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/franklin-2050-the-climate-crisis-tickets-65325208457

Franklin 2050:The Climate Crisis

Reminder: Franklin Line train replaced by bus shuttle to Readville for weekend

Weekends, Sept 7- Nov 24, Franklin Train service is replaced by free buses between Forge Park/495 and Readville for a Fairmount Line connection while PTC is installed. There will be no service at Back Bay, Ruggles, Endicott, Islington and Norwood Depot.

Please visit https://www.mbta.com/FRKwork for more details about bus shuttle schedules. Visit MBTA.com/PTC for more information on how this project will improve commuter rail safety and travel.

There will be no Franklin line service at Back Bay and Ruggles stations on weekends. Please travel to South Station to reach a Franklin Line station. If you are traveling inbound, please board a Worcester/Framingham line Train for direct connection to Back Bay or a Providence/Stoughton line Train for a direct connection to Back Bay or Ruggles.

We also recommend the subway: board the Red Line at South Station and transfer to the Orange Line at Downtown Crossing to reach Back Bay or Ruggles.

Due to proximity of adjacent stations, bus shuttles will not serve Endicott, Islington and Norwood Depot stations:
-Endicott station customers, please use Readville or Dedham Corp stations.
-Islington station customers, please use Dedham Corp station.
-Norwood Depot customers, please use Norwood Central or Dedham Corp station.

8:40pm and 10:40pm departures from Forge Park as well as 11:20pm departure from South Station will be accommodated by a bus for the entire trip between South Station and Forge Park (including the portion between South Station and Readville).

Additional weekends may be added to the train service suspension between Forge Park/495 and Readville as work progresses on the Franklin line.

Thank you for your patience while we improve the signal system on your Commuter Rail line.

For more information: https://www.mbta.com/FRKwork


Last Updated: Sep 06 2019 11:40 AM 

Reminder: Franklin Line train replaced by bus shuttle to Readville for weekend