How will you decide?

When you have an election ballot in front of you, you have a list of positions, a listing of candidates and a marker to fill in a circle next to one or more names. Or you may have a ballot question to answer yes or no. How do you decide to cast your vote?

To help you make your choice, I have offered to meet with all the candidates. My purpose is to hear directly from them about their background and their views on the issues Franklin faces that that they will work to resolve on our behalf.

This is not an endorsement of any candidate. This is an information sharing exercise.

I will ask the same set of questions of each candidate so that you should have some common ground to make your decision. The questions I propose to start with are as follows:

1 - Tell me a bit about yourself, your family and your life here in Franklin?

2 - What experience or background will help you to serve in this role? or What do you think makes you a good candidate to fulfill this role?

3 - What do you see as your role’s biggest challenge and do you have any suggestions on how we can resolve it?

If you have some suggestions, I’d like to hear them. I may find during the course of the interviews that I should tweak the questions. If I do that, I’ll post the updated questions here.


Election information
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2011/08/franklin-election-details-are-now.html

Drop off, Donate and Volunteer - Stuff Harvest

Stuff Harvest Fest

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2011 from 9:00am - 1:00pm

8 Aurora Street Providence, RI 02908 Map

A special event is coming up that may interest you - a great opportunity to bring in donations, volunteer and show your support of Free Geek Providence.

Stuff Harvest Fest is our name for a recycling/donation day organized in partnership with the Furniture Bank, a non-profit that takes in furniture and other household items to redistribute. It's a day when we can rescue those unwanted items from the dump and turn them into real treasures for needy families.

We will accept all kinds of household furnishings and electronics including beds, bureaus, tables, computers, laptops, PDAs, cell phones, mice, keyboards, and other peripherals,networking equipment, cabling, flat screens, CRT monitors, stereo equipment, telephones, cordless phones, wide screen / tube televisions, batteries (car or gel cells), and other appliances and just about anything else you wish to donate.

Free Geek Providence rescues computers from the landfill by restoring them with open source software and donating them to organizations and individuals who cannot otherwise afford them.

The Furniture Bank operates as a redistribution center by soliciting donations of good quality furniture and household items from individuals and businesses statewide. These items are passed on to qualified individuals and families who have been referred to our program by a member network of more than 85 social service agencies which include homeless and domestic violence centers, CAP agencies, drug/alcohol rehab programs and community centers.

A $10 disposal fee is charged for mini-fridges, household air conditioners and dehumidifiers. WE CANNOT ACCEPT hazardous materials, such as paint, firearms, mattresses, or any type of light bulb or disposable alkaline batteries.

Drop off, donate, volunteer - and make a difference!

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All Commuter Rail Lines/Routes Alert

All service on all Commuter Rail Lines/Routes has been suspended for Sunday, 8/28/2011 due to Hurricane Irene.  Full service is expected to resume on Monday, August 29, 2011.

Current updates can be found on http://www.mbta.com/

NationalGrid: Hurricane Irene Preparedness

National Grid has employees prepared to work around the clock to ensure reliable service throughout the storm.  We urge customers to take all necessary precautions to ensure their safety. An easy way to prepare is to have an emergency kit on hand. Visit our website to learn more about what we are doing and what you should do to prepare. If you would like to receive mobile updates from National Grid on the storm restoration efforts, Text Irene to 50101. Power outages can be reported online or by calling 1-800-465-1212 in New England and 1-800-867-5222 in New York. Unsubscribe | Update Profile * For text messages, standard carrier message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to cancel. Text HELP for help. This email was sent by: National Grid One MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY, 11201, U.S.A.

Big Y takes some action

When running along East Central St one morning this week, I found that it looks like the Big Y is finally starting to do something with their proposed location.

A public auction of the restaurant contents will be held on Aug 31, 2011. This is probably to help clear out the building so the remainder of the demolition steps can proceed.

Community Garden Walkabout - August 27th 9am-11am

Hello Everyone,


This Saturday August 27th the garden coordinator Chris Clay will be in the garden from 9am-11am to give tours of the garden for community members and answer any questions gardeners may have.  If you want to know what the spots on your tomato leaves mean, what that bug on your broccoli is, or anything else this is your chance to ask!


Cheers,


Chris Clay

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US Congressman Jim McGovern: Hurricane Irene: Be Prepared

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August 26, 2011 Unsubscribe Update My Profile Website | Jim McGovern | Services | 3rd District | Issues & Legislation | Media Center | Contact Jim Dear Friend, This weekend, as we prepare in Massachusetts and all along the East Coast for Hurricane Irene to hit land, there are some excellent resources to ensure you are ready for whatever comes our way. Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick has declared a State of Emergency for the Commonwealth; more information is available at Mass.gov. Be sure to print this article and information from the following resources, in the event you cannot access it after the storm. WHAT TO DO BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER THE STORM: Track the Storm: Track Hurricane Irene on NOAA's website, or follow them on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/usnoaagov) or Twitter (@usnoaagov) to get updates. Hurricane Checklist: Review the American Red Cross' Hurricane Safety Checklist to prepare for the next several days. Create an Emergency Kit:  Use this Ready.gov checklist to ensure you have all of the needed supplies at hand. Stay informed: Keep up-to-date with local authorities by listening to your local broadcast media, or by visiting Mass.gov and Ready.gov. Mobile FEMA: FEMA's Mobile site is an excellent way to stay up-to-date if you are away from home or unable to connect to the internet through your computer. Be prepared for power outages during and after the storm: The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) has the following tips for dealing with a possible power outage: Check flashlights and portable radios to ensure that they are working, and you have extra batteries on hand.  A radio is an important source of critical weather and emergency information during a storm. If your water supply could be affected by a power outage (a well-water pump system), fill your bathtub and spare containers with water.  Water in the bathtub should be used for sanitation purposes only, not as drinking water.  Pouring a pail of water from the tub directly into the bowl can flush a toilet. Set your refrigerator and freezer to their coldest settings (remember to reset them back to normal once power is restored).  During an outage, do not open the refrigerator or freezer door unnecessarily.  Food can stay cold in a full refrigerator for up to 24 hours, and in a well-packed freezer for 48 hours (24 hours if it is half-packed). If you have medication that requires refrigeration, check with your pharmacist for guidance on proper storage during an extended outage. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and guidelines when using a generator.  Always use outdoors, away from windows and doors. Carbon Monoxide fumes are odorless and can quickly accumulate indoors. Never try to power your house by plugging the generator directly into household wiring, a practice known as "backfeeding." This is extremely dangerous and presents an electrocution risk to utility workers and neighbors served by the same utility transformer. It also bypasses some of the built-in household circuit protection devices. In order to protect against possible voltage irregularities that can occur when power is restored, you should unplug all sensitive electronic equipment, including TVs, computers, stereo, DVR, VCR, microwave oven, cordless telephone, answering machine and garage door opener. (Review the process for manually operating your electric garage door.) Be extra cautious when you go outside to inspect for damage after a storm.  Downed or hanging electrical wires can be hidden by trees or debris, and could be live.  Never attempt to touch or move downed lines, and keep children and pets away from them.  Do not touch anything power lines are touching, such as tree branches or fences.  Always assume a downed line is a live line.  Call your utility company to report any outage-related problem. Be safe this weekend, and if you have neighbors who may need help getting prepared, please take a few minutes to check on them or help them with their efforts as well. Sincerely, Congressman Jim McGovern Contact Information Washington D.C. Office 438 Cannon HOB | Washington, DC 20515 | Phone: (202) 225-6101 | Fax: (202) 225-5759 District Offices: 34 Mechanic Street Worcester, MA 01608 Phone: (508) 831-7356 Fax: (508) 754-0982 255 Main Street Room 104 Marlborough, MA 01752 Phone: (508) 460-9292 Fax: (508) 460-6869 8 North Main Street Suite 200 Attleboro, MA 02703 Phone: (508) 431-8025 Fax: (508) 431-8017 371 S. Main Street Suite 102 Fall River, MA 02721 Phone: (508) 677-0140 Fax: (508) 677-0992 Update My Profile - Unsubscribe - Privacy Policy