Tuesday, July 19, 2016

#FranklinPride - Camille Farnan

Also appearing on the Franklin radar via a tweet from @mockwalsh comes this info about a Franklin actress...


'Lazarus Rising' is finally out. I play Eric Roberts' wife, a very small, fun role. Out on Netflix & iTunes soon! pic.twitter.com/juzX51iChk
'Lazarus Rising' is finally out. I play Eric Roberts' wife, a very small, fun role. Out on Netflix & iTunes soon! pic.twitter.com/juzX51iChk

Take the challenge! Obstacle course on Town Common July 20

Take the challenge! Go the the Town Common 10:30 AM Wednesday morning (July 20) to take the obstacle course challenge offered by the Franklin Public Library.


This was shared from the Franklin Library Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/FranklinPublicLibrary/photos/a.419269774832125.1073741826.391178297641273/1070157019743394/?type=3&theater

Monday, July 18, 2016

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - July 19, 2016

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."

the key to learning
the key to learning

1 - Routine Business

Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes - I recommend approval of the following minutes:

  • June 28, 2016 Regular School Committee Mtg.
  • June 14, 2016 Executive Session
  • June 28, 2016 Executive Session

Payment of Bills - Dr. O’Malley
Payroll  - Mrs. Douglas
Correspondence: none

2 - Guests/Presentations

Contract Signing for:

  • Cafeteria Workers
  • Secretaries
  • Van Drivers

School Lunch Prices – Miriam Goodman

3 - Discussion Only Items

Appointments to Collaborative’s Boards

4 - Action Items


  1. I recommend approval of assigning Dr. Maureen Sabolinski to the ACCEPT Board of Directors for the 2016-2017 school year.
  2. I recommend approval of assigning Dr. Maureen Sabolinski to the BICO Board of Directors for the 2016-2017 school year.
  3. I recommend acceptance of a check for $400.00 from John Ombelets and Elizabeth John for a FHS Scholarship.
  4. I recommend acceptance of a check for $646.62 from Lifetouch for in-house enrichment at ECDC.
  5. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from Davis Thayer PCC for supplemental supplies.


5 - Information Matters

Superintendent’s Report

School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
none

School Committee Liaison Reports


6 - New Business

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

7 - Executive Session

Personnel Update

8 - Motion to Adjourn

– Dr. O’Malley


In the News: Zoning bylaw change makes progress, drummers studio holds summer camp

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"A bylaw change that would allow for less paperwork for certain building renovations and alterations has moved forward, though the Town Council must make its final decision at a future meeting. 
The council at its meeting last week gave preliminary approval to a limited site plan requirement. The change would allow those with buildings constructed before the town required site plans to do certain alterations without going through the expense of a full site plan. 
Town officials have noted that full site plans cost a great deal, as they require engineering work and notification of neighbors. This, they said, may dissuade building owners from making improvements. 
Town Planning Director Bryan Taberner, speaking to the council, cited the problems faced when Aubuchon Hardware was looking to move into the Horace Mann Shopping Plaza. Only a late discovery of needed documents, he said, kept the project moving."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160717/franklin-moves-closer-to-limited-site-plan-requirements
The consolidation of Aubuchon Hardware from its two locations into one at the Horace Mann Plaza is an example of the bylaw change being reviewed. The development of the Ficco's-Kegan property is also slowed waiting on this change according to word on the street.



"The Drummers’ Studio, 244 E. Central St., will host a special two-day Summer Drum Camp for kids with “no prior drum experience” on Aug. 3 and 4. The new drummers will cover topics such as stick technique, music reading, basic beats, fills and songs. 
The Drummers’ Studio Summer Open Houses will be held Aug. 6 and 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. TDS plays host to many drumming activities including: workshops, drum camps, clinics, drum factor field trips, concerts, recitals and more. TDS also plays host to some of the world’s elite drummers."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160716/drummers-studio-to-host-camps-open-houses

First Annual Golf Tournament! - SAFE Coaltion

Please join us for our first annual golf tournament! 

All proceeds from this event will support the SAFE Coalition and allow us to continue with to assist our community with Substance Use Disorder education, prevention, treatment and support services.

Franklin Country Club, Monday 8/22/16 to benefit SAFE.
  • 9:00 a.m. shotgun start. $150 per person
  • $600 per foursome
  • Prizes, raffles
  • Fee includes barbecue lunch following golf

For additional info on the SAFE Coalition http://safecoalitionma.com/

Sunday, July 17, 2016

"consequences that could have deep financial costs"

From the Franklin, MA radar comes the news about the bankruptcy filing by Clark-Cutler-McDermott:

"General Motors Co. resolved a dispute with financially troubled auto-parts supplier Clark-Cutler-McDermott Co. in a deal that averts a potential production shut down of some of GM North American operations. 
The agreement, approved by a federal bankruptcy court judge in Massachusetts on Wednesday, allowed GM to purchase equipment and inventory that the auto maker said it must have to avoid any production interruptions. 
CCM, which produced 175 parts for GM and is the Detroit auto maker’s only supplier of certain interior and acoustic insulation parts, also received court approval to terminate its contract with GM, clearing the path for CCM to sell its closed operations. 
The 115-year-old company has been a General Motors “Supplier of the Year” four times in the last seven years, but said the relationship soured as it absorbed losses of $12 million since 2013. The Franklin, Mass., company filed for bankruptcy protection on July 7, saying it was losing $30,000 a day as a result of its contract with GM."

Continue reading the full article online
http://www.wsj.com/articles/gm-reaches-deal-with-bankrupt-supplier-clark-cutler-mcdermott-1468440356

http://www.clarkcutlermcdermott.com/
http://www.clarkcutlermcdermott.com/


"He doesn't really think he's looking for drugs"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"Axe, the Franklin Police Department's K9 dog, is a boundless fount of energy - he runs, jumps and plays with evident enthusiasm. 
Though the Belgian Malinois dog can be - as K9 Officer Michael Gilboy put it - "a super hyperactive 2-year-old," he is also a well-trained and disciplined member of the force. Axe completed in late June the Boston Police K9 Academy's narcotics detection course, a six-week program. 
"He was trained to find narcotics hidden in vehicles, in rooms and outside," Gilboy said."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160715/canine-with-keen-nose


Michael Gilboy and Axe, Franklin Police Department's newest K9 officer. Daily News and Wicked Local Staff Photo/ Allan Jung
Michael Gilboy and Axe, Franklin Police Department's newest K9 officer.
Daily News and Wicked Local Staff Photo/ Allan Jung