What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, December 8, 2024 ???

Sunday, December 8

• Winter Coat Drive (4 drop off locations)
• Franklin Art Association, Art Show & Sale (Norfolk Public Library)

MBTA shuttle bus on Franklin Line

10:00am Breakfast Buffet with Santa Claus (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

11:00am Winter Wreath Design Class (Fiori and Fern)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

1:15pm Second Sunday Speaker Series: WCVB Chronicle's Ted Reinstein (Franklin Historical Museum)

2:00pm Franklin Performing Arts Company presents The Nutcracker (Franklin High School)

**   NO  Town Meetings today   **

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

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:

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/upcoming

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

Master Plan Update Committee sets additional subcmte sessions and final review before bringing to Planning Board (audio)

FM #1333 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1333 in the series. 

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Master Plan Update Committee meeting held on Wednesday, December  4, 2024. 

Quick recap:

• The 'final' draft is to be updated with comments and potential feedback, subcommittees need to review and coordinate where there are some potential conflicts

• Planning Board is the ultimate approval at Town level (they should actually be preparing the report) although Town Council does have approval before submittal to State

• Discussion on the nature of changes, some are potential, not all need to be considered, respectfully; i.e. if a Planning Board chair makes a suggestion how is it handled? It depends...

• Discussion on adding a subcommittee meeting to the schedule to review/process the changes, use of spreadsheet rather than updating the live

• doc directly. The full committee will decide on the individual changes before they are made. For example, the pedestrian, walk ability changes even if the doc doesn't have the exact wording, when the work required gets is actually getting done, the final regulations will need to be ADA compliant to whatever is the current standard

• Discussion on scheduling joint subcommittee meetings to resolve some around overlap items (Housing, Land Use)

• Likely another full Committee session in January before bringing to Planning Board/ Town Council; discussion on processing inputs and turning around before getting to the Planning Board, discussion reiterates the Master Plan Committee is charged with development of the 10 year plan 

• Suggestion to give the Planning Board a 'redline' view of the final changes, could be easier for Planning Board for their review. 

• Consensus on the full Committee to meet Jan 15 to vote on changes, Planning Board would get the final copy redlined on the 27th; meeting starts at the same time, 6:30 PM

• Chair thanks everyone for the work done this far, wishes all great holidays, Motion to adjourn, second, passes 10-0 via roll call

The recording runs about 53 minutes, so let’s listen in.  Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1333-master-plan-update-cmte-mtg-12-04-24/

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The Franklin TV broadcast is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/3yl_-0_Uvgc?si=ycbQ7gKYW1H2J3b2&t=84

Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/master_plan_agenda_-december_4_2024-_with_minutes_to_approve.pdf 

My notes captured during the meeting -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NLCQrQ5sHv274HqRzT1G01isgi61QG4o/view?usp=drive_link 

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Master Plan Update Committee sets additional subcmte sessions and final review before bringing to Planning Board (audio)

Franklin TV: Pauly G & Vibe Spinning their Turntable show

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 12/08/2024

Pauly G (left) explaining the art on Boston’s album covers to Vibe (and to me.)

Paul Guarino and David ‘Vibe’ Butler are ramping and amping up more ‘Turntable’ shows. Each 2-hour program focuses on a great classic album and artist from the seventies rock era. They were prepping a program on our local band ‘Boston’.

Here, Pauly G is illustrating how the band’s ‘spaceship’ is a guitar. It’s more obvious when you turn the album upside-down.

turn the album upside-down

I did not know that. 

Mind blown.

I raved about their recent Peter Frampton show. I listened on my way to the studio. 

I pointedly noted, “Air guitar at highway speed? – not recommended.”

While our normal musical fare is jazz – ya gotta leave some room for classic rock. Turntable – It’s classic rock, done right.

And – as always –

Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm. 

And, thank you for watching.

 

The Turntable show is broadcast on wfpr.fm and on the Franklin area FM band at 102.9 -> Thursday’s at 9:00 AM, 12:00 noon, & 6:00 PM 

Each show features a playlist, you can find the collection here->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/08/the-turntable-show-playlist-collection.html

You can also listen to the episodes on Soundcloud ->    https://soundcloud.com/wfpr/sets/the-turntable-show 

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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Joint Subcommittee-Land Use & Zoning and Housing & Economic Development - Dec 10 - 6:30 PM

Land Use & Zoning Subcommittee and Housing & 

Economic Development Subcommittee

Joint Meeting Agenda

December 10, 2024 -  6:30 PM

Municipal Building, Room 106

Agenda

1. Discuss Public Comments

Agenda doc also includes remote participation info

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/20241210_landuse-zoning_and_housing-econdev_joint_agenda.pdf

Joint Subcommittee-Land Use & Zoning and Housing & Economic Development - Dec 10 - 6:30 PM

SCHOOL COMMITTEE: Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Dec 10 at 6:00 PM

FRANKLIN SCHOOL COMMITTEE

Policy Subcommittee Meeting

DATE: 12/10/24 TIME: 6:00 – 7:00 pm

3rd Floor Training Room

I. Attendance -

II. Distribution of Approved Policies

A. none

III. Discussion of Policies sent to School Committee

A. ACA - Nondiscrimination on the basis of Sex

B. ACA-R - Nondiscrimination on the basis of Sex Under Title IX including sex based harassment.

IV. Policy Revisions & New Policies - New Discussion Item

A. New Policies:

1. GBEB - Employee Conduct

2. JKAA - Physical Restraint of Students

3. JB - Equal Educational Opportunities

Agenda doc also includes remote participation info

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/events/franklin_school_committee_policy_subcommittee_meeting_0.pdf

SCHOOL COMMITTEE: Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Dec 10 at 6:00 PM

Hockomock Area YMCA schedules "Fun With Santa Event" Friday, Dec 13

Hockomock Area YMCA (@HockomockYMCA) posted  Fri, Dec 06, 2024:

"Fun With Santa Event! 🎅 Festivities include a meet & greet with Santa and photo opportunity, Holiday games & crafts (representing a variety of holidays), and a take home goodie bag.

Visit  https://bit.ly/HAYSantaFun to register."

Hockomock Area YMCA schedules "Fun With Santa Event" Friday, Dec 13

Shared from -> https://t.co/GmwK3pbNMP

Join "'Raise Your Barre" at La Cantina Winery - Dec 22

Join Raise Your Barre at La Cantina Winery for a day of fitness, wine, and fun!

Kick off your Sunday with a high-energy 45-minute POUND class led by Amy, followed by a relaxing glass of wine in the beautiful surroundings of La Cantina Winery. This event is perfect for everyone—whether you’re a POUND pro or a first-timer!

When: Sunday, December 22nd @ 11:30 AM (Doors open at 11:00 AM)

Cost: $40

Your Ticket Includes:

• A 45-minute POUND class with Amy

• One glass of wine (choice of white, rosé, or beer—red wine and flights available for purchase)

• One raffle entry for a chance to win a special gift basket featuring goodies from La Cantina Winery and Raise Your Barre (additional entries available at the event)

Event Details:

• Limited mats will be available, so please bring your own mat if you have one. All other equipment will be provided.

• Class can be done barefoot, in sneakers, or with grip socks.

• Stick around after class to enjoy more food and drinks from La Cantina Winery’s menu.

Grab your mat, invite a friend, and elevate your Sunday with an unforgettable mix of movement, wine, and connection. 

Purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ryb-pound-pour-la-cantina-winery-tickets-1094331156949?aff=oddtdtcreator

We can’t wait to Rock Out with you!

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DDDY3aKRAFH/

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, December 7, 2024 ???

Saturday, December 7

• Winter Coat Drive (4 drop off locations)
• Franklin Art Association, Art Show & Sale (Norfolk Public Library)

MBTA shuttle bus on Franklin Line

9:00am Christmas Fair (St John's Episcopal Church)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

9:00am Women's Faith Formation (St. Mary's Parish)

10:00am Collage Workshop (Franklin TV and Radio 102.9 FM)

10:00am Winter Farmers Market (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

12:00pm Sip, Shop, Stroll & Roll (multiple locations downtown Franklin) 

12:30pm Sour Dough Starter (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

3:00pm Celtic & Christmas Concert (Franklin Public Library)

4:00pm Orchard Sl'Hay Rides (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

5:00pm "So Proudly We Hail" (movie) (Franklin Historical Museum)

6:30pm Wicked Queer Game Night (Pete's Nerd Emporium)

7:00pm Community Concert: Holiday Carols, Cookies & Cocoa with Jamie Barrett (Franklin United Methodist Church)

7:30pm Franklin Performing Arts Company presents The Nutcracker (Franklin High School)

7:30pm Heather Pierson Trio - Charlie Brown Christmas (Circle of Friends Coffeehouse) 

8:00pm Karaoke (Raillery Public House)

8:00pm Viva Las Elvis (live music - ticketed event) (THE BLACK BOX)

**   NO  Town Meetings today   **

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

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:

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/upcoming

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

Winter Wonderland - Dec 12 from 4:30 to 7 PM at the Senior Center - Bring The Whole Family

Winter Wonderland - Dec 12

A Community Holiday Event

Come for an evening of holiday cheer! See an array of Christmas trees and holiday decor. Live entertainment with Elvis, cookies & hot cocoa, Franklin Fire Dept touch-a-truck, face painting, holiday craft-making for kids, raffle baskets, giveaways, and a visit from Santa & Mrs. Clause! 

The Senior Center gift shop will be open!

Download a copy of the flyer as a reminder or to share ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/15tfm_ItBSr5cJ5_-fzxLye7ztksml9xj/view?usp=drive_link

Franklin School Committee Agenda for meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Dec 10 at 7 PM

Franklin School Committee

December 10, 2024 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers

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                         Mr. Callaghan

Pledge of Allegiance

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills Mr. Callaghan

C. Payroll Mr. McNeil

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. Lifelong Learning Presentation

B. Reorganization Level-Based Presentation

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. Japan 2026 Field Trip Request

I recommend approval of the requests of Vickie Baima Emily Rosborough to take students to Japan from approximately February 13 - 22, 2026, as detailed. 

B. Hawaii 2026 Field Trip Request

I recommend approval of the requests of Jennifer Curley, and Mary Balliro to take students to Hawaii from approximately April 16 - 22, 2026 as detailed. 

C. Policy – Second Reading/Adoption

I recommend the adoption of the following policies as discussed:

● ACA – Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex

● ACA-R – Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex under Title IX Including Sex-Based Harassment

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. none

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes from your November 26, 2024 School Committee Meeting as detailed. 

B. Parmenter Gifts

I recommend the acceptance of $5,027.36 from the Parmenter PCC as follows:

• $2,964.36 Supplemental Supplies
• $2,063.00 Field Trips

C. JFK Gift

I recommend the acceptance of $925.00 from the JFK PCC for field trips as detailed. 

D. FHS Scholarships

I recommend the acceptance of $2,000.00 from Roberta Trahan for two FHS Scholarships as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order

VIII. Citizen’s Comments

IX. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

X. Executive Session

A. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 21, (2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel

XI. Adjournment

Agenda doc contains remote participation info ->

https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/5082504/SCAGENDA_12-10-24.docx.pdf

Franklin School Committee Agenda for meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Dec 10 at 7 PM

2 chances to get your Franklin Questions Answered in December

What is going on with .... ?

What happened to ....?

How come .... ?

Join Steve Sherlock, Franklin Matters & wfpr.fm Community Information Director (volunteer), 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.

When: Monday, Dec 16, 2024 at 6:30 PM  

Where: Franklin Public Library (Community Room) and via Zoom

  Or

When: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2024 at 11:00 AM  

Where: Franklin Senior Center (2nd floor conf room) and via Zoom

If you want the Zoom link, please use this form, or check with the Senior Center front desk, or email me:  https://forms.gle/Ur2r66T8L49UfWpG9

Download this flyer as a reminder ->    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H7UsI8zAd9SqIOPS_E2pg-SYV7uKR9Yg/view?usp=drive_link

2 chances to get your Franklin Questions Answered in December

Boston Globe: Mass. lawmaker, lobbyist's relationship raises ethics concerns

State Rep Jeff Roy comments on the article:

"My relationship with Jennifer Crawford started in 2023. Since then, she has not lobbied me on any issue. Looking for a path forward after the relationship started, we each independently sought the advice of outside legal counsel to properly navigate the professional/personal dynamic. We have adhered to the legal guidance received regarding this relationship and complied with all applicable rules and regulations governing lobbyists and legislators. I shared copies of the legal opinions I received and urge folks to read them to get a clear understanding of the issues involved and steps we took to adhere to the rules.  

I remain passionate about and committed to the work I do and will continue to follow high ethical standards and maintain the firewall between our personal and professional lives. "

Jeff

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"When State Representative Jeff Roy was sworn in for the sixth time last winter, he posed for a photo outside the House chamber with a high-powered lobbyist.

She wasn’t any ordinary guest.

She was Jennifer Crawford, a partner in the state’s highest grossing influence firm. He is the chairman of the House energy committee, with oversight over many bills and issues of keen interest to Crawford and her firm, especially a sweeping climate bill then chugging toward passage that was sprinkled with priorities for some of Crawford’s clients.

Mass. lawmaker, lobbyist's relationship raises ethics concerns

And the two are dating. The blossoming of their relationship is evident in photos on Facebook, and was officially and very quietly acknowledged by Roy in a letter to the House clerk that revealed he and a lobbyist at Smith, Costello & Crawford were in a personal relationship.

He didn’t name Crawford; he didn’t have to. The potential for conflict of interest is blatant, but it is all permissible in a state whose broad but porous ethics law requires only this minimal disclosure."

Continue reading the article online (subscription maybe required) ->

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/12/06/metro/massachusetts-chairman-house-committee-lobbyist-ethics/