Sunday, March 17, 2019

Town Council - Summary - Video Link - Feb 13, 2019

The Town Council met on Feb 13, 2019. I was able to participate remotely for a bit as I had a work conference call scheduled for 8 PM.

 The video replay of the meeting is available
http://view.earthchannel.com/PlayerController.aspx?PGD=franknma&eID=618

The official actions taken document
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/town_council_actions_taken_for_february_13_2019.pdf

 The agenda and docs released for the meeting
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/02/franklin-ma-town-council-agenda-feb-13.html

Dept of planning/community development Director Bryan Taberner does overview of proposed mixed business innovation zone
Dept of planning/community development Director Bryan Taberner does overview of
proposed mixed business innovation zone



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School Committee - Recap - Feb 19, 2019


The documents released for this meeting can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/february-12-2019-school-committee-packet-documents

screen capture of the homework presentation
screen capture of the homework presentation


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Saturday, March 16, 2019

Electronics recycling event at St Mary's Church on Sat - March 23

Electronics recycling event at St Mary's Church on Saturday, March 23, 9 AM - 2 PM

 Accepting:

 Any and all electronics and appliances, including TV’s, monitors, computers, printers, microwaves, AC’s, washers, dryers, lawn mowers and any item that has a plug.

 Our Costs:

 ● $5 each — Computers, DVD players, Laptops, Misc. Electronics, etc.
● $10 each — Microwaves & Small Appliances, Exercise Equipment,
Grills, Lawn Mowers & Snow Blowers (gas removed)
● $15 each — Computer Monitors, AC’s, Dehumidifiers, TV’s under 19"
● $20 each — Washing machines, Dryers, Stoves, Large appliances,
TV’s between 19” and 26"
● $25 each — TV’s between 27” and 32”, Large Refrigerators
● $30 each — TV’s between 32" and 35”
● $35 each — TV’s over 36”
● $40 each — Projection TV’s
● NO CHARGE: Cell Phones, Bikes, Car or Truck Batteries

 RAIN OR SHINE, CASH OR CHECK, ZERO LANDFILL Questions? Contact Jim Wood = J.wood36@yahoo.com

Download your copy as a reminder:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczVXh4YTcxS1RfU3VFMmtRWFZ1Tk1mekxIQ1hF/view?usp=sharing



Electronics recycling event at St Mary's Church on Sat - March 23
Electronics recycling event at St Mary's Church on Sat - March 23

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Affordable Housing Lottery - 35 Palomino Drive

Resale unit is 1541 square feet and includes 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, central air conditioning and a one car garage

 INFORMATION SESSION:
March 27, 2019 6:00 PM, Council Chambers, Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038.

 LOTTERY:
May 1, 2019, 6:00 PM, Municipal Building, Council Chambers

Affordable Housing Lottery - 35 Palomino Drive, Franklin, MA 02038
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/affordable_housing_lottery_-_35_palomino.pdf

Application
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/application_2019.pdf

35 Palomino Drive, Franklin, MA 02038
35 Palomino Drive, Franklin, MA 02038

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Narcan and CPR training - March 28

Narcan and CPR training
Thursday March 28 at the Franklin Senior Center
6:30-7:30 PM

 Cost: free

 Open to all ages
Those trained can take home Narcan

 Follow the event on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/634211777022850/?ti=ia

Narcan and CPR training - March 28
Narcan and CPR training - March 28

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LeVar Burton Continues his Legacy of Literacy



Reading Is Fundamental

Announcing a New Literacy
Resource for RIF
LeVar Burton Continues his Legacy of Literacy
March 2019

Happy National Reading Month! As an important supporter of RIF's work, I want you to know more about a truly transformational addition to RIF's literacy toolbox.

Earlier this month, I was joined by actor, director and literacy advocate LeVar Burton at the South by Southwest Education Conference (SXSW EDU) to announce his gift of literacy to a packed house. The event was attended by thought leaders and influencers in the education industry and was a perfect opportunity to announce the gift of Levar Burton Kids' awarding-winning Skybrary to Reading Is Fundamental.

Skybrary allows RIF to expand its suite of digital offerings for young readers with an interactive library of over 900 high-quality digital books and video explorations designed to engage young readers and foster a lifelong love of learning. 

The child-friendly resource allows kids to explore thematic collections of books and add books they are inspired by to a digital backpack. 
Each book includes audio, along with additional games, videos, and other activities that support the book.

The team at RIF is so thankful for this incredible resource and we are enthusiastically exploring ways we can extend access to Skybrary to those most in need. We look forward to sharing our plans with you.
LeVar is beautifully eloquent about literacy and the link to our conversation follows if you want to learn more.

Thank you for sharing a bit of National Reading Month with RIF and heartfelt thanks for everything you do to support children's literacy. RIF's work would not be possible without you.
Sincerely,
Alicia Levi
Alicia Levi
President and CEO
© 2019 Reading Is Fundamental | www.rif.org
750 First Street NE, Suite 920
Washington, DC 20002
development@rif.org | 1-877-RIF-READ
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Senate President Spilka Announces Staff Office Hours In Ashland on April 12

Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland) announced today that her staff will be hosting office hours at her district office on Friday, April 12, at 37 Pond Street, Ashland 01721, from 10:00-11:00 AM.

 Any constituent who would like to speak with Senate President Spilka’s staff is encouraged to stop by. 

 Appointments are encouraged by emailing Puja.Mehta@masenate.gov with their name, address, phone number and topic of conversation no later than Friday, April 5.
Senate President Spilka Announces Staff Office Hours In Ashland on April 12
Senate President Spilka Announces Staff Office Hours In Ashland on April 12
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