Springfield: 1st MassDOT "Your Vision Our Future" Meeting

According to the published schedule for these meetings, it looks like the closest meeting will be in Framingham.

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Springfield: 1st MassDOT "Your Vision Our Future" Meeting

via Commonwealth Conversations: Transportation by Klark Jessen on 9/26/12

MassDOT will kick off a series of statewide public meetings tomorrow, Thursday, September 27, in Springfield, engaging with residents, community leaders and business owners to discuss the future of transportation in the Commonwealth.

The meeting is scheduled as follows:
Thursday, September 27, 6-8 pm, Springfield Technical Community College One Armory Square, Building 2, Scibelli Hall Theater, Springfield

Legislation passed in August requires the Department to host at least six public meetings in advance of developing a long-term financing plan for the state's transportation system next year. To ensure that all regions of the Commonwealth are represented, MassDOT will hold 15 meetings.

Representatives from each division of MassDOT – RMV, Highway, Aeronautics and MBTA/Rail and Transit – will be available to answer questions and provide information.
An informational website is available at: http://www.mass.gov/massdot/yourvisionourfuture

Those who are unable to attend the meetings but wish to submit comments can do so at yourvisionourfuture@dot.state.ma.us

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Franklin High School: Update to School Committee

While I was unable to attend the School Committee meeting on Tuesday, I want to thank Superintendent Maureen Sabolinski for sending this document along to share with you.


FHS Update 9-25-12 Final

"sighs of relief from town officials"

The constructions bids for the new Franklin High School were opened and ended up $1.1M under the estimated cost.

"The builder has an excellent reputation," said Superintendent Maureen Sabolinski. "And the price was very good, very good for the community. It’s very fulfilling." 

Town Administrator Jeffrey Nutting said going with the model school program rather than repairing the town’s 41-year-old high school, which town officials initially discussed doing, was the better choice. 

"I think the numbers proved today that what we were asking the citizens to support was the right decision," Nutting said. "I think we are going to have an awesome education facility for the next 50 years or so." 

As long as the bid came in at or below the estimated budget, he said, "We were going to be happy. Now that it’s well below the estimate, that’s good for the state and good for the tax payers of Franklin."

Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x1238767627/Bids-for-new-Franklin-High-School-below-budget#ixzz27ZBgVDWO


The collection of posts on the new high school can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2011/12/collection-high-school-building-project.html

In the News: Harvest Festival

Zentangle demo planned at Franklin Harvest Fest

by GateHouse Media, Inc.

FSPA plans performances, character club at Harvest Festival

by GateHouse Media, Inc.

The weather outlook isn't great for Sunday. The Festival will be held rain or shine so let's all hope and pray for some sunshine!

Additional information on the Harvest Festival can be found on the Downtown Partnership webpage
http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/

FHS SOCCER - FIVE GUYS FUNDRAISER - THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4th 4:00PM - 10:00PM (FLIER)

The Franklin High School Soccer Boosters are holding their annual FIVE GUYS Fundraiser

Thursday, October 4th, from 5:00PM - 10:00PM at the FIVE GUYS Restaurant in Franklin Village.

A portion of the receipts for the evening will be graciously donated by FIVE GUYS to the FHS Soccer Boosters organization, which supports the Franklin High School Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshman Boys and Girls Soccer Teams.

Please come out this Thursday night to enjoy a great meal at Five Guys and support the Franklin High School Soccer Teams at the same time!

Thank you in advance; your support is greatly appreciated.

Franklin Newcomers and Friends - Oct 3rd

New to town or just looking for something new? Kids? No kids? Wanting to meet new people?

When
Wednesday, October 3rd, 7:30pm, Union Street Grill, 371 Union Street, Franklin MA

We are NOT just for Newcomers!

The Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club is a social and charitable organization for residents of Franklin, Massachusetts. We like to have fun, learn new things, and give back to the community through fundraisers and volunteer opportunities. We meet monthly from September through May, often with a themed event (speakers, lively programs), and provide other activities throughout the month to facilitate friendship and fellowship. The Franklin Newcomers also host an annual Craft Fair every year in November, which has become a tradition in town.

Please join us for our next monthly meeting on October 3rd at 7:30pm, Union St Grill, 371 Union Street, Franklin, to learn more about the Club. We will be having a cupcake decorating demonstration by one of our members! You can also sample some appetizers. Cash bar available. Bring a friend! We look forward to meeting you for a great night!

For additional information on the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club visit their webpage
www.franklinnewcomers.com

Dean College presentation to Town Council

Dean College's presentation document used last Wednesday evening at the Town Council meeting is now available for your review.



You can view the presentation via the on-demand webcast here (Dean starts about 20 minutes into the meeting)  http://view.liveindexer.com/ViewIndexSessionSL.aspx?ecm=634841170883675000&indexSessionSKU=hpiBdI5nlsn7qlgtQh+I7Q%3D%3D&siteSKU=L7qhQ46xin/r3Z0jcDVCNw%3D%3D