(Unofficial Results) - Franklin, MA: Special Election Prop 2 1/2 Override results - June 11, 2024 No by 236 votes

Town Clerk Nancy Danello release the unofficial override results Tuesday evening at Franklin High School.

Yes = 5542

No = 5778

Blanks = 5

Total = 11,325

Percent voters 45.5%

Total voters = 24,891

Total residents = 33,389

Unofficial Totals sheet ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/13uTbAyfiS4eKWCwDvGHM8gVnsQNFxmuN/view?usp=drive_link

Audio link to results annouced by Town Clerk Nancy Danello -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1234-franklin-ma-unofficial-special-election-results-06-11-24

Franklin, MA: Special Election Prop 2 1/2 Override results - June 11, 2024

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, June 11, 2024?

Tuesday, June 11

6:00am - 8:00pm   Special Election ($6.8M Override)
5:00pm  Student Public Art Release - "The Traveling School of Fish" (Sculpture Park)

6:00pm  Family Game Night (Franklin Public Library)
7:00pm  Musical Bingo (Raillery Public House
7:00pm  Yankee Quilters Meeting: quilt artist Betsy Habich (Emma's Quilt Cupboard)

** Town Meetings today

 

• Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Meeting

Event Date:  Tuesday, June 11, 2024 - 10:00am  
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/municipal_affordable_housing_trust_june_11_2024.pdf

• Design Review Meeting Agenda

Event Date:  Tuesday, June 11, 2024 - 7:00pm (virtual meeting)
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/drc_agenda_6-11-2024.pdf

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

There is a Cultural events calendar upon which other community events are layered to create the Community calendar.

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

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events    

https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

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

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

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26

Special Election ($6.8M Override) today, voting at FHS up to 8 PM

One question:

"Shall the town of Franklin be allowed to assess an additional 6.8 million dollars in real estate AND personal property  taxes for the purposes of the operating budget for which monies from this assessment will be used for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024?"

Sample ballot ->    https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/news/specimen_ballot_6-11-2024_0.pdf

The override collection of posts with information to help you cast an informed vote on or before June 11 8 PM -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/whats-this-about-possible-override-for.html

Special Election ($6.8M Override) today, voting at FHS up to 8 PM

Student Public Art Installation scheduled for June 11 at 5 PM

Student Public Art

 

 

"Please come out to welcome the student public art installation. They all have spent months creating, cutting and painting the fish.

We would love your support to thank them for beautifying our town and learning the value of art in public spaces."

 

Get your Franklin questions answered, in person or remotely - Wednesday, June 12 at 11 AM

What is going on with .... ? 

What happened to ....? 

How come .... ?

Join Steve Sherlock, Community Information Director, for Franklin Matters & Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm),  for an informal and informative Q&A session. 

What is the session about?

• Steve provides some updates on what's happened in the past month in the first 10-15 minutes, then opens the floor to answer whatever questions you have.

Note: Usually the 3rd Wednesday of the month (that would be June 19) but because the Senior Center is closed for Juneteenth, we are a week earlier than normal.

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 11:00 AM  

Where:  via Zoom or in person at the Senior Center

If you want the Zoom link, please use this form or check with the Senior Center front desk:      https://forms.gle/HB74knJdvL4zLh4p7

Download this flyer as a reminder or to share ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/13fRzIrkVbH4zUEkT4eypll_4iS0F5-dj/view?usp=drive_link

Get your Franklin questions answered, in person or remotely - Wednesday, June 12 at 11 AM

Davis Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee seems to reach consensus on land lease, keeping building (video)

The Davis Thayer Reuse Advisory Committee met on Monday, June 10, 2024 as scheduled. They had not met pending receipt of Expression of Interest in the building/property. Five were confirmed received by the due date, May 31. 

After much discussion including hearing briefly from 3 of the 5 who happened to be present, the committee reached consensus on keeping the building intact, exploring a lease arrangement for the land, liking the mixed use proposals that may include housing.

The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WV5S5rdihD0

The agenda and links to the proposals and appraisal:

1. Property Appraisal Review

a. Real Property Appraisal Report, Shepherd Associates, LLC - May 1, 2024   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/1a._2024_davis-thayer_real_property_appraisal_report.pdf

2. Expressions of Interest

a. Matthew Zajac  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/matthew_zajac_davis_thayer_music_mecca_proposal_1.pdf

b. Dean College  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/rei_davis_thayer_letter_of_interest_proposal_narrative_and_project_description_-_dean_college.pdf

c. Pennrose, LLC  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/pennrose.pdf

d. HFA and TMC Properties  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/tmc_hfa_davis_thayer_submission_email.pdf

e. Camford Property Group, Inc.  

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/camford_property_group.pdf

My notes in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/18sdxZAwZejdks44Wd9QcQCw5HhQ7IErC/view?usp=drive_link

 

Davis Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee has 5 Expressions of Interest to consider - June 10 at 7 PM

 

Franklin (MA) School Committee Special Meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024 - 7:00 PM

Franklin Public Schools

Franklin School Committee

School Committee Special Meeting

June 12, 2024 - 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – 3rd Floor Training Room

A G E N D A

"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."

● Call to Order

● FY25 Budget

● Adjourn

Agenda doc contains remote participation info ->   https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/sc_special_mtg._agenda_-_6_12_24.pdf

Franklin (MA) School Committee Special Meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024 - 7:00 PM

Master Plan Public Hearing scheduled for June 12 at 6:30 PM

Town of Franklin - Master Plan Committee
June 12, 2024 6:30 PM

 

 

Public Hearing Outreach – Draft Goals

 

The agenda doc doesn't provide any more clues as to what the draft goals might be for discussion> it does provide info on remote participation for this session ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-june_12_2024.pdf 

Master Plan Public Hearing scheduled for June 12 at 6:30 PM

WHY we (Ken Ojukwu) are voting YES for FRANKLIN! (video)

The next in the series of "WHY we are voting YES for FRANKLIN!" features Ken Ojukwu. He urges all to vote Yes 4 Franklin -> https://youtu.be/xP-0CtLEZ3g?si=bQdty17NdOVj8z2y

More information can be found on the One Franklin page ->    https://onefranklinma.com/

Find all the videos in one place -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf2FLFpUmJcnbXDRElNtW0VhgP6CHXnCq

The "override collection" has been updated. You can review all the information shared to make an informed vote on June 11 -> https://buff.ly/3Vm2hJi

Superintendent's Evaluation Subcommittee schedules meeting - June 12 at 6 PM

Franklin Public Schools
Franklin School Committee
Superintendent’s Evaluation Subcommittee
June 12, 2024 - 6:00 to 7:00 PM

 

Municipal Building – 3rd Floor Conference Room (not training room)

A G E N D A

"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."

 

● Discussion of Superintendent Evaluation Submissions of the School Committee Members

 

Agenda doc does not provide a remote participation option ->

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/supteval-agenda_-_6_12_24.pdf

 

Superintendent's Evaluation Subcommittee schedules meeting - June 12 at 6 PM

Consider donating a blood sample for COVID research and earn some money

COVID research

Via MRN Diagnostics: 

Read all about our COVID-19 research collection and others like it at www.mrndx.com/clinicalollections to see how you may qualify.

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C74i73Zq77p/

We talked with MRN Diagnostics CEO Dr. Greg Chiklis in October 2023 about the work his company (based here in Franklin) does. You can listen here -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/10/take-part-in-mrn-clinical-trial-to.html

Yoga on the beach: begins Sunday, June 30 at Beaver Pond

Free Yoga class on the beach

 

Franklin Recreation offers a Free Yoga class on the beach at Beaver Pond Sunday mornings beginning June 30, 2024.

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/ZjFKs15kF7V7vB2z/ 

Applause starts summer hours Tuesday, June 11

"We are opening the curtain to our SUMMER HOURS! 

Beginning tomorrow, June 11 we will be open Tuesday through Sunday, 12 PM to 8 PM. 

Come see us as you celebrate your end of school year or take an evening stroll for a post dinner gelato with the family! Summer has arrived and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!"

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C8Cvrjrx7P6/

Applause starts summer hours Tuesday, June 11

50+ Networkers - Beginning of week events update

1) Practice Interviewing Session

    June 12th; 3pm - at the Framingham Public Library

   We meet on the lower level.

2) June 12th - Monthly meeting of my private peer to peer networking group

    New start time:  12 Noon. (1 hr)

    If interested in joining, just let me know and I will explain the cost and benefits.

3) Save the date:  Friday June 21st - Life Coach Kevin Dickie will present "Your Confident Mindset" at the Metrowest Networkers Group."

4) Save the date: August 26th.

    I will present for the Tewksbury Library Networking Group.

--

Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

CPRW; NCOPE

Certified Interview Coach

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

50+ Networkers - Beginning of week events update

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Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Tuesday, June 11, 2024

• wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Tuesday

9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM  Jazz Journey – with Pamela Hines
2 hours. An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era

11:00 AM 2 PM and 8:00 PM SAFE Radio– Jim Derick and Dr. Anne Bergen Addressing issues of Drug Abuse Disorder 

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = TUESDAY

7:30 am     Once Upon A Town: Bob Catalano
9:00 am     Mental Health: Raeleen Sullivan
10:00 am     Frank Presents: Michael Videira
12:00 pm     Brook'n'Cookin: Tai Salad
12:30 pm     Cooking with Linda: "Marry Me" Chicken
1:00 pm     Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza
1:30 pm     Fallen Heroes Pt 3
2:00 pm     New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 2
3:00 pm     Candlepin New Generation: Show 7
3:30 pm     Riffing on Main Street: Steve Sherlock
4:30 pm     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes May 2024
5:30 pm     ArtWeek: Theater in the Open
6:00 pm     Senior Connection: Disabilities Commission
7:00 pm     The Black Box: Newsies
8:30 pm     Endless Konnections: Legrand Lindor
9:30 pm     Tri County Graduation 2024

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel           (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = TUESDAY

7:00 am     Public School Event: Lifelong Music Pt. 2 05-13-19
9:00 am     Public School Event: Horace Mann Winter Music 2021
10:30 am     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes May 2024
11:30 am     Tri County Graduation 2024
2:00 pm     Mental Health: Raeleen Sullivan
3:00 pm     FHS Senior Awards 2024
5:30 pm     All-Town Showcase 2024: Band
7:00 pm     FHS Boys Varsity Lacrosse v Catholic Memorial 06-05-24
9:00 pm     FHS Girls Varsity Lacrosse: v Westwood 06-13-23

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = TUESDAY

8:00 am     School Committee 05-28-24
12:00 pm     Master Plan Committee 05-29-24
2:00 pm     School Committee 05-28-24

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Monday, June 10, 2024?

Monday, June 10

8:00am  FPAC Golf Fund raiser (New England County Club)

10:00am Senior Olympics Opening Ceremony (Senior Center)

1:15pm  "Movie Matinee: Catch Me if You Can" (Senior Center)

4:00pm  Cruise Night in Franklin (Sierra's Brickoven Pizza)

** Town Meetings today

• Davis-Thayer Building Reuse Advisory Committee Meeting

Event Date:  Monday, June 10, 2024 - 7:00pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/_2024-06-10_davis-thayer_reuse_agenda_1.pdf

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

There is a Cultural events calendar upon which other community events are layered to create the Community calendar.

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

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events    

https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

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

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

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/39/2023-12

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26

watch for the 4th of July Celebration mailer via the Post Office this week

Check your mailbox this week! Fourth of July Celebration kicks off Wednesday July 3rd. 

Check out this flyer or visit www.franklin4th.com for everything you need to know!

Food, games, rides, music, and fireworks

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/C799n-rxCl0/

watch for the 4th of July Celebration mailer via the Post Office this week

watch for the 4th of July Celebration mailer via the Post Office this week 1

The Town of Franklin is conducting a Survey to upgrade the town website, please provide your input!

Franklin Website Upgrade Community Survey

The Town of Franklin is updating their website, and we need your help!

The administrative team is working on constructing a new more accessible website for the Franklin community. As part of this project, we're seeking valuable insight from the community through a survey that will ask various questions about your opinions on the current website. This is in order to make the most accessible, informative, and user-friendly experience for the next version of the website. 

Please click the link below to fill out the Community Survey:

https://forms.gle/gfQr7p2qRvNDCX5R8

We greatly appreciate your input!

Shared from ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/franklin-website-upgrade-community-survey

The Town of Franklin is conducting a Survey to upgrade the town website, please provide your input!