Bottle and can drive - Franklin High School

Bottle and can drive to be held THIS Saturday, March 15th at the Franklin High School from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM (rain or shine). The bottle/can drive will help raise funds for the All Night Party.

Just in case you aren’t entirely familiar with the All Night Party, it is a substance free party that is hosted by parents at the high school for the graduating seniors. There are activities from 11 pm - 5:00 a.m. This event provides the graduate with non-stop activities, unlimited food and drinks and they have the opportunity to win fantastic prizes. This is such a wonderful event of which 90+% of the students attend and thanks to approximately 500-700 volunteers we are able to pull it off!

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Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Lori McKenna with Mark Erelli March 22

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Circle of Friends Coffeehouse 262 Chestnut St Franklin, MA  02038 Phone: 508 528 2541 > Map > Official Site > ReverbNation Profile LORI McKENNA at the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse with Mark Erelli March 22nd, $25 Lori McKenna Lori McKenna returns to the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse on Saturday, March 22nd at 8PM. Lori is a master at chronicling the small, difficult moments between romantic partners as they navigate their relationships. The Stoughton singer/songwriter has had great success in Nashville where her songs have been covered by Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, and many other artists. Lori released her 6th full-length studio record "Massachusetts" last year . Get your tickets before this show sells-out! "Poignant and profound poetry. She has an uncanny ability to paint stories of the human condition in a way that reminds us all that we are not alone." —Keith Urban   Mark Erelli opens the show and then joins Lori in her set. "No need to read between the lines when singer-songwriter Mark Erelli vents on "Delivered"...The prolific New England-based tunesmith makes his case with clarity and conviction. Even listeners who don't share Erelli's views might find it difficult to dismiss the quality of his songcraft or his ties to the likes of Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie." —Washington Post   Mark Erelli The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin's First Universalist Society. Concerts are presented in a smoke free and alcohol free environment at the Society's handicapped accessible Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, and begin at 8:00 PM; doors open at 7:30 PM. Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available. Admission is $25. Please call (508)528-2541 or visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information. UPCOMING SHOWS Sat Mar 22 14, 08:00 PM Lori McKenna, Mark Erelli Tickets: $25   Sat Apr 05 14, 08:00 PM Garnet Rogers, Archie Fisher Tickets: $20   Sat Apr 26 14, 08:00 PM Zoë Lewis Tickets: $20 Sat May 10 14, 08:00 PM Ellis, Joe Crookston Tickets: $20 > See More / Details

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In the News: library renovation, local aid increases

A multimillion-dollar overhaul is being considered for the Ray Memorial Library, including a new addition in the back of the building and an upgraded cooling and heating system. 

Civitects, a Wareham-based architectural company, has presented the Capital Improvement Committee with the results of a revised feasibility study for the library that details the $6.6 million project.

Try to read the full article here
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140313/NEWS/140318370/1994/NEWS


Note: the Milford Daily News is attempting to implement a 'paywall'. It is still not completely functional as there appear to be too many scripts running as they attempt to have their cake and eat it too. If they turned off all the pop up ads, their paywall might work effectively requiring someone to pay to read. As it is, I have been able to get by the pop ups (so far anyway).

The House budget committee plans to release its version of Gov. Deval Patrick’s $36.4 billion fiscal 2015 budget next month, with debate on it planned for the last week in April. After helping to raise taxes last year to support transportation system investments, House Speaker Robert DeLeo has ruled out tax hikes in this year’s budget. 

Under the agreement, the Chapter 70 program would receive $4.4 billion, its largest appropriation ever, and a $99 million increase over the current state budget. Every school district will receive a state aid increase of at least $25 per pupil. Unrestricted local aid under the joint resolution would increase by $25 million to $946 million. 

In his budget, filed in January, Patrick proposed a $100 million increase in Chapter 70 funding and no increase in unrestricted local aid.

Read the full article here
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20140312/NEWS/140318720/1994/NEWS

Franklin Schools: Weather Update

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT 

Hello 

We have been following weather forecasts and here is the latest report for your review.  Based on current predictions we will be having school. DPW will be treating roads so that should mitigate some of the icy conditions.  We advise parents of HS students who drive to consider dropping students off at school. Please be mindful that roads/ parking lots will be slick. 

FYI   If conditions change overnight there may be a need for a school delay. Thank you and apologies for having to continue to bother you with weather communications when it is almost Spring. Think Rain ! 

Regards,Maureen

 

Franklin Municipal Building

From Accuweather:WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON EDT THURSDAY...* LOCATIONS...MOST OF MASSACHUSETTS AND RHODE ISLAND EXCEPT FOR THE IMMEDIATE SOUTH COAST. THIS ADVISORY ALSO INCLUDES NORTHERN CONNECTICUT.* HAZARD TYPES...RAIN TRANSITIONS TO SNOW TONIGHT. A BRIEF PERIOD OF SLEET AND FREEZING RAIN IS ALSO POSSIBLE.* ACCUMULATIONS...SNOW ACCUMULATION OF UP TO 1 INCH...ALONG WITH AROUND A TRACE OF ICE.* TIMING...STEADY RAIN WILL OVERSPREAD THE REGION FROM WEST TO EAST THIS AFTERNOON. THE RAIN WILL CHANGE TO SNOW FROM NORTHWEST TO SOUTHEAST BETWEEN 10 PM AND 4 AM. A BRIEF PERIOD OF SLEET AND FREEZING RAIN IS POSSIBLE DURING THIS TRANSITION. SNOW SHOWERS WILL CONTINUE THURSDAY MORNING BEFORE TAPERING OFF DURING THE AFTERNOON.* IMPACTS...THE MAIN CONCERN IS FOR A FLASH FREEZE AS TEMPERATURES PLUMMET INTO THE TEENS AND LOWER 20S. UNTREATED SURFACES MAY QUICKLY FREEZE OVER AS MUCH COLDER AIR ARRIVES. A SMALL SNOW ACCUMULATION MAY HIDE SOME OF THE ICE. THE THURSDAY MORNING COMMUTE MAY BE ICY.

This e-mail has been sent to you by FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. To maximize their communication with you, you may be receiving this e-mail in addition to a phone call with the same message. If you wish to discontinue this service, please inform FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT either IN PERSON, by US MAIL, or by TELEPHONE at 508-613-1777.

The walk (photo essay) (part 2)

The walk on Saturday covered a lot of territory and the results have been split into separate posts. You can find the first section here  and continue the 'reporting by walking around' with me

the 'other' Dean tree

Dean College sitting in the center of Franklin is home to several good large trees. I have highlighted the largest one before. This one on the corner of Main St and Emmons St is also impressive.

tree shadows

One's path in the snow provides a contrast to the tree shadows cast in the early morning light

National Historic District

Yes, Franklin does have quite a bit of history and it has been recognized with a "National Historic District". The display on the Town Common provides highlights on the district.

snow melt reveals the Gettysburg Address

Fortunately, the snow has continued to melt so while the words were beginning to be revealed on Saturday, they are likely completely revealed now. And let's hope the storm that comes by later Weds into Thursday just gives us a dusting of snow.We have had enough already!

Davis Thayer field tree

The tree at the edge of the Davis Thayer field (along School St) provides a good photo in the sunlight

Key dates coming up at Davis Thayer

The 5th has already come and gone but the Auction will be held Saturday the 15th and then there is a fund raising event at the Franklin Grill on March 21st.

The middle part of the walk will be covered in another posting this week. I got out to the DelCarte Property and had some fun walking in the snow. Stay tuned!

"End Distracted Driving" Program - Comes to Franklin High School

 

 TRIAL ATTORNEYS BRING END DISTRACTED DRIVING

PROGRAM TO FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL

The Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys (MATA) will bring the "End Distracted Driving" (EDD) program to Franklin High School in Franklin, MA on Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.  

The EDD program was started by Philadelphia Attorney Joel Feldman, whose daughter was killed in 2009 by a distracted driver and who will be speaking at the Franklin High School presentation. 

Atty. J. Michael Conley, the President of MATA remarked: "The End Distracted Driving program is one of the most important ongoing initiatives that MATA has ever done. It reaches out to our most vulnerable drivers – high school students. The program is designed to raise awareness of the dangers in driving distracted and hopes to protect young drivers by educating them. What could be more important in our society?"  

MATA has adopted attorney Feldman's EDD program and continues to visit as many high schools and colleges as possible each year to impress upon students the many dangers of driving distracted. 

Representative Jeffrey Roy (D-Franklin), who was instrumental in bringing MATA and the EDD program to Franklin High School, said, "Distracted driving substantially increases the risk of an accident and young drivers are at the greatest risk. While we have laws in place, distracted driving remains a major health risk with deadly consequences. When I saw the End Distracted Driving program I knew that it had to be showcased in our area, as I think it is something all high school students should see".  

As of this date, MATA volunteers and Joel Feldman have presented the EDD program in over twenty high schools and colleges in Massachusetts.

Financial Audit Results

The annual financial audit was reviewed during the last Town Council meeting. It is effectively a 'good' audit. There are some minor issues to be worked on according to the management letter. The complete text of all three documents can be found here


The Annual Financial Statements (53 pages)




The Management Letter (6 pages)




Additional items not covered in the Management Letter (2 pages)




The notes from the Town Council discussion can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/03/live-reporting-audit-report.html

The video of the Town Council meeting can be viewed here
http://view.liveindexer.com/ViewIndexSessionSL.aspx?ecm=635302006607091250&indexSessionSKU=04Plyid7sgk9t4tfYKAX+A%3D%3D&siteSKU=L7qhQ46xin/r3Z0jcDVCNw%3D%3D

(skip ahead to about 34 minutes to catch the section on the audit)

Franklin Municipal Building