Beaver Street Interceptor: Construction Updates for week of June 17 - June 21

 

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Construction Update 

for the Week of June 17th!

Monday (6/17) - Friday (6/21) the construction crew will be moving over to Rt. 140 at Grove Street to start construction of the new sewer main that will be crossing from Grove St, through Rt. 140 onto West Central Street. Expect lane closures on Rt. 140 at the Grove Street intersection as this work progresses.  

Also, there will be a limited crew working inside sewer manholes on Old West Central from Pond Street to Tri-County Drive (behind Starbucks).  Only lane shifts might be required and access to the adjacent medical buildings and residences along this area will not be impacted.

At the Franklin Recreation Center, the construction of the new Beaver Street Interceptor Pump Station will continue this week. There is a new way in and out of the Recreation Center, please follow the posted signage. During times of drop off and pickup backup onto Beaver Street may occur.

Please reference the interactive map below and posted signs for details and updates.

Beaver Street Interceptor: Construction Updates for week of June 17 - June 21

We appreciate the public's continued support and understanding and will
continue to communicate regularly via social media, our dedicated email list, and the construction map below as work progresses.

BEAVER STREET INTERCEPTOR HOTLINE: 508-553-5526
(PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL)
EMAIL: BSI-info@franklinma.gov

Beaver Street Interceptor Rehabilitation/Replacement Project

This project consists of the replacement and repair of Franklin's largest piece of sewer infrastructure,
originally constructed in 1914.

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/beaver-street-interceptor

Social Security Matters: "Learn 5 Ways to Help Prevent Elder Abuse"

"Each year, June 15 – World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) – promotes awareness about elder neglect and abuse.

In the United States, an estimated 1 in 10 adults over the age of 60 experience some form of abuse each year.

Social Security Matters: "Learn 5 Ways to Help Prevent Elder Abuse"

Nearly 80% of Social Security beneficiaries are 65 and older, and we want to do what we can to protect them.

Here are 5 ways to help prevent your loved ones and other older adults from becoming victims of abuse:"

Follow the link to find the 5 tips -> https://blog.ssa.gov/learn-5-ways-to-help-prevent-elder-abuse/

 

 

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, June 14, 2024?

Friday, June 14 -  Flag Day

9:00am  Fallen Hero: Timothy J. Hayes (Veterans Walkway, Town Common)

10:00am  Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm  Library book sale (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm  Franklin Farmers Market (Town Common)

3:00pm  Kendo (live music) (Town Common)

8:00pm  Karaoke Friday Night at the Winery (La Cantina Winery)

9:00pm  David Weber (live music) (3 Restaurant)

 

 

** NO   Town Meetings today

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

In this episode we go from elections, to sustainability, to local action as Ted helps me make sense of climate (audio)

FM #1237 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1237 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Ted McIntyre, Franklin resident and climate activist. We met to record at the Franklin TV & Radio studio on Tuesday, June 11, 2024.  

We continued making sense of climate by working our way from good weather to Mexico’s election of the first woman president (also a climate scientist) to the pros/cons advocating for a “Sustainability Director”, to local activity in lieu in action by government bodies, to the potential of the MA climate omnibus containing an authorization of nuclear power as ‘clean’ and touched on a few other topics along the way. 

This discussion continues our journey understanding the MA roadmap toward net zero and while it helps me “make sense of climate”, we hope it helps with your understanding as well. 

If you have climate questions or Franklin specific climate questions, send them in and we’ll try to answer them in a future session.  

The conversation runs about 49 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Ted.

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1237-making-sense-of-climate-46-06-11-24

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Articles referenced along the path of our discussion:

Sabrina Shankman article on sustainability director

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/06/theres-secret-for-mass-cities-and-towns.html

Claudia Sheinbaum

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claudia_Sheinbaum

C40 - Michael Bloomberg

https://www.bloomberg.org/environment/supporting-sustainable-cities/c40-cities-climate-leadership-group/ 

Pemex - The Mexican oil Company (not PetroMex as mentioned in our conversation)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pemex

Seabrook Station is still operating with a license authorized through 2050 (2nd largest to Millbrook in CT)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seabrook_Station_Nuclear_Power_Plant

Geothermal microdistrict in Framingham

https://www.thinkgeoenergy.com/networked-geothermal-heating-pilot-to-go-online-in-framingham-massachusetts/

MIT spinoff to develop drilling for geothermal power

https://energy.mit.edu/news/mit-spinout-quaise-energy-working-to-create-geothermal-wells-made-from-the-deepest-holes-in-the-world/

** See the page that collects all the “Making Sense of Climate” episodes -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/02/making-sense-of-climate-collection.html 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit www.franklin.news/ or  www.Franklinmatters.org/ 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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Fallen Hero Recognition: Sergeant Timothy J. Hayes, U.S. Army - June 14, 2024 - 9 AM

There is a Fallen Hero Recognition event today (6/14/24) at 9 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor Sergeant Timothy J. Hayes, U.S. Army. 

This program will include the placing of a Memorial Wreath for the day, the playing of Taps, a salute from those present, and a reading of whatever history  may be available for that veteran.  This is a way of keeping the memory of that veteran alive.

Fallen Hero: Sergeant Timothy J. Hayes, U.S. Army

Sgt Timothy J. Hayes, U.S. Army was born on October 14, 1914, the son of Daniel and Margaret Hayes.  

Sgt Hayes was graduated from Franklin High School in 1932 and was the husband of the former Eleanor McGrory. The couple was married in Franklin on May 16, 1943 and lived at 62 Cross Street. 

Sgt Timothy Hayes served in the regular army prior to Pearl Harbor and was called back into service when war against Japan broke out. Sgt Hayes was sent to England in October of 1943 for several months to undergo rigorous airborne unit training as a paratrooper in preparation for the D-Day invasion.  

The Normandy assault was in two phases, an air assault landing of airborne troops shortly after midnight and an amphibious landing of Allied Infantry and armored divisions along the coast of France commencing at 6:30 am.  

Sgt. Timothy Hayes was in the 502nd Parachute Infantry Regiment, Company D deployment drop and on June 14, 1944 died of wounds received in combat during the D-Day invasion.  

Sgt Timothy J. Hayes was 29 years old at the time of his death and rests eternally in the Normandy American Cemetery in France.

Originally posted ->  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/fallen-hero-sergeant-timothy-j-hayes-us.html 

For the schedule of Fallen Hero recognitions 

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/honoring-our-franklin-veterans-who-died.html

 

For the full published series of Fallen Heroes you can visit this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html

Photo album of the Fallen Hero pillars along the Veterans Walkway

https://photos.app.goo.gl/oRGdmq9krLNEBnjJ7 

One man's quest to find out about Sgt Hayes

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/12/one-mans-quest-to-find-out-about-sgt.html

Fallen Hero: Sgt Timothy Hayes

Franklin High School Announces Class of 2024 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Superintendent Lucas Giguere is pleased to announce that Anna David is the valedictorian of the Franklin High School Class of 2024, while Jennifer Soohoo is the salutatorian.

Anna David (left) is the valedictorian and Jennifer Soohoo (right) is the salutatorian of the Franklin High School Class of 2024. (Photo Courtesy Franklin Public Schools)

Anna David

"Anna David embodies excellence in every sense of the word," said Franklin High School Guidance Secretary Julie Bellan. "Throughout her time here at Franklin High School, she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence, leadership and service to her community. Her enterprising spirit has allowed her to take risks and face challenges head-on throughout her time at Franklin High School, where she has consistently pushed the boundaries of her intellect and curiosity."

After completing all math and computer science courses offered at FHS, David took multiple advanced college courses during her time as a high school student. David has held leadership positions as president of the Robotics Club, president of the Math Team, member of the National Honor Society and robotics group leader of the Science National Honor Society. She has also worked to initiate a school-sponsored science fair and a local chapter of the International Robotics Honor Society.

Additionally, Anna leads multiple community-based robotics teams; the International Robotics Honor Society, 4-H ALARM Robotics and Sense and Sound Robotics.

Anna has sought out opportunities to further her skills, including a paid internship at the University of New Hampshire and its InterOperability Laboratory. The internship involved research and the completion of a project relating to advanced engineering, computer science and robotics. The previous summer, she participated in the Beaver Works Summer Institute at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and had the opportunity to take a class on autonomous drones.

Jennifer Soohoo

"Jennifer Soohoo's academic career at FHS has been nothing short of impressive," said Superintendent Giguere. "She has continuously put forth her best effort, as evident through the various Advanced Placement courses she has challenged herself with, and her ability to think critically has allowed for her to not only excel within the classroom but outside of it. She is a strong self-advocate who is not afraid to ask questions, and a student who truly leads by example."

Soohoo demonstrated a willingness to serve as a role model and leader by being an active member of the Franklin community, participating in Best Buddies, Empty Bowls, Math National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Unified Music Club, Unified Track and Varsity Volleyball.

In her senior year, Soohoo took on additional leadership roles as the social media coordinator for Best Buddies and the treasurer for Empty Bowls.

Soohoo is greatly interested in the medical field. She has loved the sciences since she was young and wants to positively impact the lives of those around her. Her excellence in academics, passion for helping others and hard work has earned her acceptance into the Honors Program at the University of Connecticut, where she plans to study biology.

She hopes to continue to be an active member of her college's campus community in order to learn new skills, meet new people, and further her interests.

 

FHS' Dumas named MVP for Hockomock League Girls Outdoor Track

2024 Hockomock League Girls Outdoor Track All Stars

Below are the official 2024 Hockomock League Girls Outdoor Track All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

Hockomock League MVP
Sarah Dumas, Franklin

Hockomock League All Stars
Sarah Dumas, Franklin
Lily DeForge, Franklin
Elizabeth Hopkins, Franklin
Ella Chandaria, Franklin

Honorable Mentions
Anna Cliff, Franklin

https://hockomocksports.com/2024-hockomock-league-girls-outdoor-track-all-stars/

2024 Hockomock League Boys Outdoor Track All Stars

Below are the official 2024 Hockomock League Boys Outdoor Track All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

Hockomock League MVP
Dmitrius Shearrion, Taunton

Hockomock League All Stars
James Scott, Franklin
Quinn Hardt, Franklin
Bryce Dragsbaek, Franklin

Honorable Mentions
Jaret Schmidt, Franklin

https://hockomocksports.com/2024-hockomock-league-boys-outdoor-track-all-stars/

 

FHS' Dumas named MVP for Hockomock League Girls Outdoor Track

 

FHS' Daniels, Tolonen, Essam, Taylor, Gorgas, & Reis recognized for Hockomock League Tennis

2024 Hockomock League Girls Tennis All Stars

Below are the official 2024 Hockomock League Girls Tennis All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

Hockomock League MVP
Hannah Farber, Oliver Ames

Hockomock League All Stars
Brooke Daniels, Franklin
Sydney Tolonen, Franklin
Chloe Essam, Franklin
Brooke Taylor, Franklin

https://hockomocksports.com/2024-hockomock-league-girls-tennis-all-stars/


2024 Hockomock League Boys Tennis All Stars

Below are the official 2024 Hockomock League Boys Tennis All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

Hockomock League MVP
Neema Khosravani, Mansfield

Hockomock League All Stars
Jay Gorgas, Franklin

Honorable Mentions
Daniel Reis, Franklin

https://hockomocksports.com/2024-hockomock-league-boys-tennis-all-stars/

 

FHS' Daniels, Tolonen, Essam, Taylor, Gorgas, & Reis recognized for Hockomock League Tennis

Dads, Cabs, & Cars Father’s Day Event at La Cantina June 16 at noon

Dads, Cabs, & Cars Father’s Day Event at La Cantina

Via La Cantina Winery

"Dads, Cabs, & Cars Father’s Day Event

Join us this Father’s Day at 12:00 PM for an unforgettable car show at La Cantina Winery!

Bring your antique car and celebrate with us. Let’s make this a special day for all the amazing dads out there!

Don’t miss out – see you there "

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/eAvDEXWgQB8yqmr2/

Reminder to register for the Summer Exercise and Wellness classes via Lifelong Learning

"Don’t miss our Summer Exercise and Wellness classes!

Go to bit.ly/3ROow7h for details and to register."

 Shared from ->  @fpslifelonglearning: https://www.instagram.com/p/C8IgEfqJzdO/

Reminder to register for the Summer Exercise and Wellness classes via Lifelong Learning

Master Plan Update Cmte: Housing Subcommittee - June 18 at 5:15 PM

Housing Subcommittee

Event Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024 - 5:15pm

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/housing_economic_development_subcommittee_-_06182024.pdf

 

 

Master Plan Update Cmte: Housing Subcommittee - June 18 at 5:15 PM

 

Town of Franklin: Invitation for Bid - Supply and Delivery of Grocery Items

Supply and Delivery of Grocery Items

In accordance with MGL c.30B, it is the intention of the Town to enter into a contract for the 2024 - 2025 school year with a supplier and distributor of grocery items for the Franklin Public Schools.

Additional Information:  Supply and Delivery of Grocery Items

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/purchasing/bids/ifb-supply-and-delivery-grocery-items-school-nutrition-program

Town of Franklin: Invitation for Bid - Supply and Delivery of Grocery Items

Town of Franklin: Notice of Public Hearing - Transfer & Change of Location for 2 Licenses - June 26, 2024

The two public hearing are scheduled for the June 26, 2024 Town Council meeting.

I did stop by to check in with Ann Williams, Pour Richard's owner to find out the story. Due to life changes, she will be selling her business, and swapping licenses with BJ's. The new owner of Pour Richard's will have the license BJ's currently operates with (beer & wine). BJ's will end up with the current Pour Richard's license (all alcohol).

 

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
FRANKLIN, MA

Transfer and Change of Location of a Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License From NDO Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Spirits
to Mormax Corporation d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club

The Franklin Town Council will hold a Public Hearing on an application by Mormax Corporation d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club, located at 100 Corporate Drive, Franklin, MA for a transfer to it of a Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License presently held by NDO Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Spirits and exercised by it at its place of business located at 835 West Central Street, Suite 2, and a relocation of said license to Mormax Corporation Inc. d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club’s place of business located at said 100 Corporate Drive.

This hearing will take place during the Town Council’s public meeting on June 26, 2024 beginning at 7:00 PM and will provide an opportunity for public input. Location: Municipal Building, 2nd floor Council Chambers, 355 E. Central St., Franklin and will also be available via the “ZOOM” platform. Residents can visit the Town website (Franklinma.gov) calendar on and after June 21, 2024 for updated meeting information. For questions, please call the Town Administrator’s Office at (508) 520-4949.

Submitted by,
Julie McCann
 

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-06-26_-_bjs_-_license_transfer_-_legal_ad_-_website_1.pdf

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
FRANKLIN, MA

 

Transfer and Change of Location and Pledge of Collateral of a Section 15 Wine and Malt Beverages Package Store License From Mormax Corporation d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club to Rye's Wine Incorporated d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Provisions

The Franklin Town Council will hold a Public Hearing on an application by Rye's Wine Incorporated d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Provisions, a duly organized Massachusetts corporation with a principal place of business at 25 King Street, Wilmington, MA 01887, for a transfer to it of a Section 15 Wine &Malt Beverages Package Store License, presently held by Mormax Corporation d/b/a BJ’s Wholesale Club and exercised by it at its place of business located at 100 Corporate Drive, Franklin, MA 02038,and a relocation of said license to Rye's Wine Incorporated d/b/a Pour Richard’s Wine & Provisions’ place of business located at said 835 West Central Street, Suite 2, Franklin, MA 02038, and a Pledge of Collateral of said license.

This hearing will take place during the Town Council’s public meeting on June 26, 2024 beginning at 7:00 PM and will provide an opportunity for public input. Location: Municipal Building, 2nd floor Council Chambers, 355 E. Central St., Franklin and will also be available via the “ZOOM” platform. Residents can visit the Town website (Franklinma.gov) calendar on and after June 21, 2024 for updated meeting information. For questions, please call the Town Administrator’s Office at (508) 520-4949.

Submitted by,
Julie McCann

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-06-26_-_ryes_wine_-_license_transfer_-_legal_ad_-_website.pdf

 

 

Notice of Public Hearing - Transfer & Change of Location for 2 Licenses - June 26, 2024

Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Friday, June 14, 2024

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

9:00a/12:00p /6:00p Chapters – Jim Derick  Insightful, life-affirming stories and interviews

10:00a/1:00p/7:00p Music to Lift the Spirit - Jim Derick & Frank Falvey

11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm Senior Story Hour – Senior Center Scribblers Group

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

7:00 am     Metrowest Symposium: Sharing Identity on Social Media
8:30 am     Frank Presents: Michael Videira
9:00 am     Frank Presents: Corey Shea
10:00 am     Riffing on Main Street: Steve Sherlock
11:00 am     Senior Connection: Disabilities Commission
12:00 pm     Brook'n'Cookin: Tai Salad
12:30 pm     Cooking with Linda: "Marry Me" Chicken
1:00 pm     ArtWeek: Theater in the Open
1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza
2:00 pm     New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 2
3:00 pm     Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes May 2024
4:00 pm     Celebrate with Pride: Sioo
8:30 pm     Endless Konnections: Legrand Lindor
9:30 pm     Circle of Friends: Garnet Rogers

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

7:00 am     Public School Event: Horace Mann Winter Music 2021
8:30 am     Mental Health: Raeleen Sullivan
9:30 am     Tri County Graduation 2024
11:00 am     FHS Varsity Softball: v St. Paul Diocesan 06-01-24
1:30 pm     All-Town Showcase 2024: Band
3:00 pm     Arts Advocacy: How-Tos
4:00 pm     FHS Senior Awards 2024
8:30 pm     FHS Graduation 2024

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

8:00 am     Zoning Board of Appeals 05-23-24
2:00 pm     Zoning Board of Appeals 05-23-24

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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