Franklin Public Schools: Sad News

On Jan 13, 2014 8:46 AM, "FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT" 

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Hello

The administration of the Franklin Public Schools received confirmation this morning that two of our elementary students passed away in a tragic accident on Sunday. 

This is a sad and tragic event and our thoughts, prayers and sympathy go out to the family, friends and all those affected.

We have a crisis team in place at the school. We will have counseling services available after school for parents, students and faculty. 

We ask that the community respect the privacy of the family at this time.

Respectfully,
Maureen Sabolinski

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name that rain garden project!

The Franklin DPW is partnering with the Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) to develop a rain garden project for the residents of Franklin. This program will offer a workshop to interested residents in which they will learn about rain gardens and how to reduce stormwater runoff by building their own.

Before the project gets underway, we need your help! Click the link below to vote for the slogan you feel best represents this project and Franklin's efforts to reduce stormwater runoff.

Vote Here!

Stay tuned for more information on the Franklin Rain Garden Project!

rain garden at Parmenter School

As posted on the official Franklin webpage
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_DPW/General_pages/Rain_Garden_Slogan

You can read more about the Charles River Watershed Association  http://www.crwa.org/

Update on trash/recycle schedule

Regular reader Renata received an email with this to share:

I just received an email from Chris White (DPW) - here is what it says: "Leave the trash and recycling in the carts at the curb, Waste Management is behind and trying to catch up ASAP." Please share with your friends/neighbors.

trash/recycling ready for pickup on Union St

 I would add that this week should be a 'normal' schedule while they are playing catch up.

NECN News report on Chestnut St

A link to the NECN news report on the situation with 2 children found 'unresponsive' at a home on Chestnut St here in Franklin

Pothole season

This info was updated here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/02/pothole-weather-reminder-to-use-dpw.html



With the changing weather, this is prime time for potholes. As announced previously, you can use your smart phone (and the built in GPS) to report a pothole. If you don't have a smart phone, you can also do so online.

You can follow this link from the DPW page
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_DPW/General_Pages/report_an_issue

or go directly to SeeClickFix.com and find the Franklin, MA page
http://seeclickfix.com/franklin_4


Walking on Saturday, I reported the pothole which is continuing to grow in front of the Rome Restaurant. Someone else reported it on Sunday.
http://seeclickfix.com/issues/887834-pothole?s=nearby

pothole by Rome Restaurant

You can also report problems with street lights and with traffic lights. It is anticipated other problems will be added to this system over time.

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Jan 14, 2014

Vision Statement

The Franklin Public Schools will foster within its students the knowledge and skills to find and achieve satisfaction in life as productive global citizens.

AGENDA

"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."

1. Routine Business
Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the December 10, 2013 School Committee Training Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Clement
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman

2. Guests/Presentations
a. Best Buddies Grants – Sue Streeter
b. Elementary Report Card Revisions – Joyce Edwards
c. 2014-2015 School Calendar Draft

3. Discussion Only Items
a. Policy – First Reading
1. KCDA – Memorial Commemorations Policy
b. Policy – Discussion
1. KI – Visitors to the School
c. Collaborative Updates

4. Action Items
a. I recommend acceptance of a check for $216.07 from PBC for the FHS Athletic Dept.
b. I recommend acceptance of a check for $250.00 from Maura Schaeffer Jobin for a FHS Scholarship.
c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1208.75 from the Parmenter PCC for field trips.
d. I recommend approval of the request of Paul Peri for the recurring field trip to Providence Place Mall on April 17, 2014 for Math at the Mall for RMS 8th graders.
e. I recommend moving Policy KCDA – Memorial Commemoration Policy as discussed to a second reading.
f. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Lueder’s for the FPS District.
g. I recommend moving K-5 Report Card revisions for adoption after public review.
h. I recommend acceptance of a check for $3,400.00 from Vicario Studio for in-house enrichment at FHS.
i. I recommend acceptance of the donation of 5 Dominoes Pizzas, 500 pencils & $100.00 Office Depot gift card from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society for Horace Mann Middle School.
j. I recommend acceptance of a check for $100.00 from Keller PCC for their 5th grade celebration.

5. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
School Committee Liaison Reports

6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.

7. Executive Session
Contractual Negotiations

8. Adjourn

Collaborative Update - 1


Collaborative Update - 2

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Jan 15, 2014

A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
November 13, 2013, November 20, 2013, December 4, 2013, and Executive Session Minutes of November 13, 2013

B. ANNOUNCEMENTS
This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by Franklin Matters.

C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS

D. CITIZEN COMMENTS

E. APPOINTMENTS
Appointment of Treasurer Collector
Citizens Committee Appointment
Finance Committee Appointment

F. HEARINGS
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 13-726: A Zoning Bylaw to Amend the Franklin Town
Code at §185, Attachment 9. Schedule of Lot, Area, Frontage Yard and Height Requirements – 7:10 PM

G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS

H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
“Lessons learned from Franklin Matters”, Steve Sherlock

I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS

J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 14-01: Appropriation: Spring Valley Estates/Brielle Way
2. Resolution 14-02: Purchase of Land off Cottontail Lane, Authorization and Appropriation – Requires 2/3 Vote
3. Resolution 14-03: Support for Legislation, H1586, An Act concerning electronic publication of certain legal notices
4. Resolution 14-04: Acceptance of Gift, Franklin Police Department
5. Bylaw Amendment 13-725: Chapter 170, Vehicles and Traffic – 2nd Reading
6. Bylaw Amendment 13-726: Zoning Bylaw Amendment §185, Attachment 9. Schedule of Lot, Area,
Frontage Yard and Height Requirements – 1st Reading
7. Bylaw Amendment 14-727: Chapter 47, Alcoholic Beverages – 1st Reading
8. Bylaw Amendment 14-729: Water Map Amendment – Uncas Avenue Extension – 1st Reading
9. Bylaw Amendment 14-730: Sewer Map Amendment – Uncas Avenue Extension – 1st Reading

K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

L. OLD BUSINESS

M. NEW BUSINESS

N. COUNCIL COMMENTS

O. EXECUTIVE SESSION – Negotiations, Litigation, Real Property, as May Be Required

P. ADJOURN


The documents released for this published agenda can be found here
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2014/011514.pdf