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Wednesday, September 2, 2020
Franklin Residents: September 2020 E-Newsletter
“The most important thing to do now is to count all the votes"
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"As Sept 2 dawned, the race for the 4th Congressional District House seat showed no sign of ending.
According to the Associated Press tabulation, fewer than 1,000 votes separated the top two Democrats, former Brookline city councilor Jesse Mermell and Newton City Councilor Jake Auchincloss. Mermell had led for much of the evening, with the gap between the two dwindling as more towns reported.
As of 12:45 a.m., 76 percent of the towns had reported results; outstanding were: Bellingham, Berkley, Dover, Franklin, Lakeville, Milford, North Attleboro, Norton, Raynham, Rehobeth and Seekonk.
In a statement issued shortly shortly before 1 a.m, Mermell’s campaign acknowledged the tight race."
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Related article from Commonwealth Magazine
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“We must pass a Green New Deal”
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
U.S. Sen. Edward Markey of Massachusetts defeated U.S. Rep. Joe Kennedy III in Tuesday’s hard-fought Democratic primary, harnessing support from progressive leaders to overcome a challenge from a younger rival who is a member of America’s most famous political family.
Kennedy, who represents Milford, won the town with 58.18% of the votes in the Democrats’ primary.
It was the first time a Kennedy has lost a race for Congress in Massachusetts.
Markey appealed to voters in the deeply Democratic state by positioning himself as aligned with the liberal wing of the party. He teamed up with a leading progressive, New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, on the Green New Deal climate change initiative — and at one point labeled Kennedy “a progressive in name only.”
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Related article from Commonwealth Magazine
"When people stopped wearing masks in 1919 there was a resurgence"
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"Just as Linda Hixon and Shawn Driscoll were finishing their book, “The Grip: The 1918 Pandemic and a City Under Siege,” last winter, another pandemic hit.
They believe that after more than 100 years have passed, the United States should have learned more about how to protect itself from COVID-19.
“I’d have to say we’ve learned nothing from the 1918 pandemic,” Hixon said. “We should have and we can, but we didn’t.”
Driscoll said the 1918 flu pandemic should have taught everyone that local, state and federal governments need to work together to implement safety measures, and decide when to shut down and reopen businesses and schools. But somehow it didn’t.
“I don’t think we’re truly taking the lessons that need to be learned from 1918-19 and applying them to the 21st century,” he said."
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Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Franklin Residents: Job Opportunities in Facilities and DPW
Job Opportunities
To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov. Please put the job title in the subject line of your email.
- Junior Custodian - Franklin Public Schools Facilities Department
- Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works
- Water Operations Person (L4) - Department of Public Works
- Recycling Center Laborer - Department of Public Works
- Substitute Custodian
If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment (https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/application_for_employment_-_town_of_franklin.pdf) instead.
To receive notifications of all job opportunities in the Town of Franklin, subscribe here (https://www.franklinma.gov/subscribe).
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Voices of Franklin: Six Combine Voices for Markey
Voting in the Massachusetts Primary Election closes at 8:00 p.m. on September 1. A few Franklin residents explain why they support Ed Markey as U.S. Senator in this primary.
These respondents are impressed by Sen. Markey’s record as a legislator. Karen Landers notes that he has long been known for his leadership and productivity. He entered national politics in 1974. In the succeeding 46 years he has been re-elected more than 20 times, first to the House (1974-2013) and subsequently to the Senate (2013 to present). Clearly the Democrats in Massachusetts have recognized him as an effective congressman.
These Franklin voters also admire Markey’s character. They see in him a strong and visionary leader, and author of the Green New Deal, which may be the most important legislation before the Congress in our time. Yet they also like his unpretentious, blue-collar origins and his personal modesty. Karen Landers and Mara Downie found themselves standing beside Markey in the crowd at the Youth Climate Strike in Boston last year. They noticed that he came to support the young strikers, not to grab the limelight.
Markey’s causes resonate with these voters. As Sue Cass puts it, Markey “has been indefatigable, participating on diverse committees and authoring or sponsoring hundreds of bills on diverse subjects, always focusing on improving American circumstances.” More particularly, these voters applaud the senator’s support of racial justice, net neutrality, gun control, health care for all, women’s rights, the COVID-19 Relief Bill, and especially the Green New Deal with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. This bill addresses the twin crises of climate change and economic inequality.
There are also strategic reasons to support Markey. Jayson Joyce admires him because, in drafting the COVID-19 Relief Bill with Kamala Harris and Bernie Sanders, Markey brought both wings of the Democratic party to the table. Likewise, the senator commands inter-generational support from both ends of the age spectrum, from young Gen Z voters to aging Baby Boomers. According to Joyce, Markey is a visionary leader who constantly challenges the status quo. Or as Chorr-yi Chin puts it, Markey legislates with compassion for all, including future generations. Colin Cass thinks it’s naive to trust what politicians say. He judges them by what they actually do. He believes that Markey “is committed to action on the most pressing issues of our time.”
Finally, there is the uniqueness of this moment. As Joyce says, during this pandemic when many people have lost their jobs and their health insurance; when economic depression threatens and many are facing evictions, foreclosures, and heavy debts, the moment calls for strong leadership and moral authority. Or as Chin puts it, “The demands of today require somebody who understands the hardships we face.”
Ed Markey has spent his life as a prolific, principled, and successful legislator. This man has earned his place as our senator, and the voters of Massachusetts should keep him in office.
Sports Buzz: Coaches Corner with Franklin Coach Eian Bain
Tweet from jay horrigan (@jphref) announces an
All new Sports Buzz and a Coaches Corner with Franklin Coach Eian Bain. Enjoy.
Video link = https://t.co/8FvrNaSDsl
Coach Bain 8-30 from Jay Horrigan on Vimeo.
Households May Receive Follow-Up Visits From 2020 Census Takers
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Talking the Blues: #18. Stevie Ray Vaughan Remembered
"Stevie Ray Vaughan - October 3, 1954 - August 27, 1990. This week marks the 30th year of the passing of Stevie Ray Vaughan and the world has been at a loss since. Vaughan became a blues rock virtuoso in a short period of time and left a legacy that others have followed.
This week we focus on his music, his story and his legacy. We listen to Stevie's music as the music of some of the artists that influenced him including Jimmy Rogers, Albert Collins, Albert King and Jimi Hendrix.
There is a little bit of something for everyone. RIP Stevie - Rock on!"
Talking the Blues is broadcast on the internet at wfpr.fm and 102.9 on the local Franklin area radio dial on Thursday at 11:00 AM/2:00 PM/8:00 PM. The show repeats on Saturday at 5:00 PM.
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| Talking the Blues: #18. Stevie Ray Vaughan Remembered |
“This pandemic ... is precisely the kind of civil defense emergency"
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"With the Supreme Judicial Court expected to hear arguments in a little over a week over a lawsuit challenging Gov. Charlie Baker’s COVID-19 executive orders, Attorney General Maura Healey has filed a lengthy defense of the governor and the legality of his actions to control the coronavirus.
Baker has been sued by a group of business owners, religious leaders and others over the numerous executive orders he has issued since declaring a public emergency on March 10 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The orders have included everything from forced business and school closures to size limits on indoor and outdoor gatherings.
The plaintiffs claim that Baker overstepped his legal authority, but Healey argued in a briefing filed with the SJC that Baker acted well within the scope of the Civil Defense Act to protect the public from the coronavirus.
“The CDA gives the Governor extensive authority to protect the Commonwealth during a civil defense emergency,” Healey wrote. “The Act defines ‘civil defense’ broadly, and responding to the current pandemic falls within its scope because COVID-19 is a ‘natural cause’ that threatens the public health and welfare of the Commonwealth’s residents.”
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Civil Defense Act https://www.mass.gov/lists/emergency-preparedness-laws-and-regulations
or directly to the doc with this link https://www.mass.gov/doc/chapter-639-of-the-acts-of-1950-civil-defense-act-mema-law/download
or directly to the doc with this link https://www.mass.gov/doc/chapter-639-of-the-acts-of-1950-civil-defense-act-mema-law/download
Related article on the AG filing in support of Gov Baker
What is Rhode Island doing to re-open schools?
From the Boston Globe, an article of interest for Franklin:
"What Governor Gina Raimondo announced Monday was effectively an extension of the biggest project affecting students and parents in Rhode Island: the reopening of schools. She said districts have until Oct. 13 to start in-person learning -- the day after Columbus Day.But she made clear her plan is flexible. The districts that are ready to go can open with in-person learning on Sept. 14, but the more apprehensive superintendents – and there are plenty – have an extra month to gradually allow students to move from distance learning to in-person learning.
“We’re going to give this a try, and like everything we’ve done together over the past six months, if it doesn’t work, we’ll adjust,” Raimondo said during a press conference on Monday. “If we have problems, we’ll deal with it, but we owe it to our children to get them back into school.”
Raimondo has been clear for weeks that she believes schools should reopen to all students as soon as possible for two key reasons: 1. We don’t know this for sure, but it’s reasonable to assume that in-person learning is more effective than distance learning. 2. She wants Rhode Island’s economy to continue reopening, and that’s nearly impossible if parents have to stay home with their children all day."
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https://www.bostonglobe.com/2020/08/31/metro/raimondos-school-reopening-plan-buys-districts-more-time-make-call-in-person-learning/?
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2020/08/31/metro/raimondos-school-reopening-plan-buys-districts-more-time-make-call-in-person-learning/?
Related article on re-opening in RI
School districts express concerns
In the News: task force formed to tackle car thieves; primary may see record turnout
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"Several area communities have been targeted by two apparent separate groups of car thieves, and now a task force is seeking to catch the suspects.
Hopkinton Police said a task force made up of themselves, Holliston, Sherborn, Franklin, Medway, Millis and Wrentham police departments, as well as the Massachusetts State Police, are searching for the suspects.
“Our detectives have been monitoring this for quite some time,” Hopkinton Chief Joseph Bennett said Monday.
The task force was set up about three weeks ago. The car thefts, as well as car break-ins, have been occurring for about three months, Detective Sgt. Scott van Raalten said."
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https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200831/two-groups-of-car-thieves-are-targeting-area-from-hopkinton-to-franklin-now-seven-area-police-departments-have-set-up-task-force-to-catch-them?rssfeed=true
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200831/two-groups-of-car-thieves-are-targeting-area-from-hopkinton-to-franklin-now-seven-area-police-departments-have-set-up-task-force-to-catch-them?rssfeed=true
“I think we all know this has been an extraordinary year for virtually everything about our lives, and elections are no different,” Galvin, the state’s elections overseer, said at a State House press conference.
“We’re having an election tomorrow, I think under the most unusual circumstances.”
On the eve of a primary election in which ways to participate have been reshaped around the COVID-19 pandemic, Galvin provided a turnout forecast -- he expects 1.2 million to 1.3 million votes, once all are tallied -- and laid out the ground rules for voters."
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Monday, August 31, 2020
Franklin, MA: Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Sep 2 - 5:45 PM
Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting
Agenda & Meeting Packet
September 2, 2020
5:45 PM
Agenda & Meeting Packet
September 2, 2020
5:45 PM
Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building
2nd floor, Council Chambers 355 East Central Street
2nd floor, Council Chambers 355 East Central Street
The public will NOT be permitted to enter the building or participate in person. Only
pre-approved participants on the meeting agenda will be allowed to enter the Building and participate in person.
Residents can attend and participate via the “ZOOM” Platform.
Agenda
1. COVID-19 Phase 3 Update
a. Microenterprise grant update
1. COVID-19 Phase 3 Update
a. Microenterprise grant update
2. Market Analysis & Market Position Marketing Discussion & Work Plan
Connection info for this meeting contained in the agenda doc
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| Franklin, MA: Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Sep 2 - 5:45 PM |
Franklin, MA: Board of Health - Agenda - Sep 2 - 5:00 PM
1) Reading and Acceptance of August 5, 2020 meeting minutes
2) OLD BUSINESS
• Chairman opens the floor for any other old business
3) NEW BUSINESS
• Emergency Drive Through Dispensing Site Presentation
• Penalty Provision
• Annual Report
• Arbovirus Update
4) HEALTH DIRECTOR’S REPORT
• Chairman opens the floor for any other new business
5) CITIZENS COMMENTARY
6) ADJOURNMENT
Agenda doc online includes the connection information
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| Franklin, MA: Board of Health - Agenda - Sep 2 - 5:00 PM |
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