Franklin voters - sample ballot for Nov 3 election

The sample ballot for the election on Nov 3.

Aside from the candidates for the elected offices, there is only one ballot question. The question is seeking permission from the voters to NOT implement an excise tax on farm equipment. In the discussions before the Town Council, it would cost the town more to try and collect the tax than they would actually collect.

As usual, the polls will open at 6:00 AM and close at 8:00 PM. All voting is done at Franklin HIgh School. If you can't get there absentee ballots are available in the Town Clerks office during open hours up to noon time on Monday, Nov 2.

election day - Nov 3

All the other information published on the election is one place: the Election Collection
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/08/election-collection-nov-3-2015.html

Real time reporting: School Committee - Oct 27, 2015

The Storify summary of the School Committee meeting.

The FHS School Improvement Plan

Franklin High School - main entrance

The other presentations from the meeting:

School Safety
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/10/real-time-reporting-school-safety-update.html


Student Services
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/10/real-time-reporting-student-services.html

Downtown Project Update #13

The curbing will be placed on East Central Street from Cottage Street to Summer Street and Sidewalks completed by the end of next week (weather permitting). 

Paving will take place on Emmons Street, West Central Street and Summer Street at night later this week but most likely next week. The project should begin to wind down in November. 

If anyone has a question please feel free to reach out to the DPW Director, Brutus Cantoreggi or Town Engineer, Michael Maglio at 508-553-5500 or Jeffrey Nutting, Town Administrator at 508-520-4949.

West Central St Sunday morning in the rain

FHS boys soccer tops and girls soccer ties North Attleboro

Both FHS soccer teams played against North Attleboro on Tuesday with the boys taking the 1-0 win and the girls giving up their first goal in the season in a 1-1 tie. Thanks to Hockomock Sports for the results to share.

FHS Panthers

Boys Soccer

Franklin, 1 @ North Attleboro, 0 – Final 

– Franklin’s Nick Parent scored in the second half off an assist from Aaron Frongillo for the lone goal of the game.

Girls Soccer

North Attleboro, 1 @ Franklin, 1 – Final 

– Alexis Stowell scored the goal for the Panthers off an assist from Emily Mastaj. Hana Caster scored from a Shannon Kingsley corner 12 minutes into the game. It was the first goal that Franklin has allowed this season.

For all the results around the Hockomock League on Tuesday
http://www.hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-102715/

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Promotes Suits for Success Program

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Promotes Suits for Success Program Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell today reaffirmed the Registry's commitment to supporting the successful Suits for Success program in partnership with Interfaith Social Services of Quincy and Father Bill's and MainSpring of Quincy and Brockton. "By just looking in your closet or bureau, you can make a world of difference in someone's life," noted O'Donnell. Business appropriate clothing donations received through the Suits for Success program assist these organizations in providing clothes to men and women who are actively seeking employment. There have been approximately 3,000 pieces of clothing given to the Registry of Deeds in behalf of the program since 2009. Register O'Donnell stated, "Men and women who are attempting to re-enter the workforce need to make a good initial impression, whether it's the first day on the job or in an interview. Having the right clothing can really build up someone's confidence and self-esteem. I hope local residents and the business community will consider making a clothing donation to this worthy endeavor. It is truly needed." Business appropriate attire for men and women will be accepted. Suggested donations include suits, dress shirts and ties for men and dresses, suits, blouses, skirts and pants for women. All clothing should be ready to wear, in-style, clean, pressed and on hangers. To contribute, individuals need to bring their donated clothes to the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street in Dedham between the hours of 9-5, Monday through Friday. For more information about the Suits for Success program, or to schedule a drop-off time, please contact Alicia Gardner at (781) 461-6104 or by email agardner@norfolkdeeds.org. Register O'Donnell concluded by saying, "There are many wonderful stories about people donating clothing throughout the years: whether it is a person who may have just retired and no longer will be wearing their business apparel, a wife who is looking for just the right place to donate her late husband's suits, or someone doing some "spring cleaning." It really is a win-win situation for everyone." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High Street, Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or on the web at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Forward email Norfolk County Registry of Deeds | 649 High Street | Dedham, | MA | 02026-1831

MassBudget: FAQ - Paid Family & Medical Leave

FAQ: Paid Family & Medical Leave   To help parents balance work and family obligations, three states have enacted Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) laws in recent years. These laws, which are common in the rest of the world, allow workers to take paid time off to care for a new born child, or an ill parent, or when they have a serious illness. MassBudget's new fact sheet FAQ: Paid Family and Medical Leave describes these laws and employer policies. It explains what PFML is, how it works, how it affects families and businesses, and how it relates to other policies like Earned Paid Sick Time. To read MassBudget's report, please click HERE. The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) produces policy research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations focused on improving the lives of low- and middle-income children and adults, strengthening our state's economy, and enhancing the quality of life in Massachusetts. MASSACHUSETTS BUDGET AND POLICY CENTER 15 COURT SQUARE, SUITE 700 BOSTON, MA 02108

Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center | 15 Court Square | Suite 700 | Boston | MA | 02108

Senior Center: Memory Cafe

Our Memory Cafe for November will be held on November 19th from 3:00 to 4:30 at the Franklin Senior Center. It is open to the community and free of charge.

Caregivers are invited to attend with their loved one for refreshments, socialization and November's Cafe will feature painting small birdhouses for the winter months!

Please join us! Call Elaine Owens at 508-520-4945 at the Franklin Senior Center for more information or to register for the Cafe.

Franklin Senior Center