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Monday, January 27, 2020
Register O'Donnell Promotes Registry of Deeds Internet Research
FTC Data Shows that the FTC Received Nearly 1.7 Million Fraud Reports, and FTC Lawsuits Returned $232 Million to Consumers in 2019
New data released by the Federal Trade Commission shows that FTC actions led to more than $232 million in refunds to consumers across the country in 2019.
A core part of the FTC's mission is to return money to consumers who are harmed by illegal business practices. Over the last four years, consumers have cashed more than $1 billion in FTC refund checks.
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| Refunds to Consumers |
The most common type of fraud reported to the FTC in 2019 was imposter scams; government imposter scams, in particular, were the most frequently reported, and up more than 50 percent since 2018. Of all reports received, the top categories were identity theft, imposter scams, telephone and mobile services, online shopping, and credit bureaus.
Refunds to Consumers
Consumer Sentinel Infographic: there were 3.2 million reports in 2019 in which consumers reported losing more than $1.9 billion to fraud.The FTC Act allows the FTC to seek refunds from companies whose actions harm consumers.
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| Consumer Sentinel Network |
For the first time, data about the FTC's refund program will be available online in an interactive dashboard, including state-by-state and case-by-case breakdowns of the amount refunded to consumers. The dashboard is available at ftc.gov/exploredata.
The FTC's Consumer Sentinel Network is a database that receives reports directly from consumers, as well as from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and a number of private partners. The network received 3.2 million reports in 2019, including nearly 1.7 million fraud reports as well as identity theft and other reports.
Consumers reported losing more than $1.9 billion to fraud in 2019, with nearly $667 million lost to imposter scams alone. While scammers target consumers using every possible method of communication, phone calls were the most common. A small percentage of consumers who reported they encountered a fraud over the phone said they actually lost money. When they did, the median individual loss was more than $1,000.
The FTC uses the reports it receives through the Sentinel network as the starting point for most of its law enforcement investigations, and the agency also shares these reports with more than 2,500 law enforcement users around the country. While the FTC does not respond to individual complaints, Sentinel reports are a vital part of the agency's law enforcement mission.
Refunds to Consumers
https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/cases-proceedings/refunds/data-refunds-consumers
FTC Data to Explore
https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2019
FSPA Musical Theater Program to present “Disaster!” - Feb 1-2
The Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) Musical Theater program will present “Disaster!” at THE BLACK BOX. This features an all-student youth cast on February 1 at 1:00 and 4:00 PM and an all-student teen cast on February 8 at 2:00 and 7:30 PM. Earthquakes, tidal waves, infernos, and the unforgettable songs of the '70s take center stage in Broadway’s side-splitting homage to classic disaster films.
With extensive programs in music, dance, and drama all housed under one roof, FSPA is uniquely positioned to offer an immersive interdisciplinary musical theater experience. Younger students explore the exciting world of musical theater with an introduction to basic skills in singing, acting, and dancing, while older and more advanced students build upon this foundation with increasingly challenging repertoire, technique, and scene work.
Musical theater history and audition technique round out the department’s hands-on, multi-disciplinary opportunities. Alumni of FSPA’s Musical Theater program have gone on to perform on Broadway, in national tours, regional theater, cruise ships, and other venues around the world.
For tickets to “Disaster!” and more information on FSPA’s offerings, visit www.FSPAonline.com or call 508-528-8668. Performed .
With extensive programs in music, dance, and drama all housed under one roof, FSPA is uniquely positioned to offer an immersive interdisciplinary musical theater experience. Younger students explore the exciting world of musical theater with an introduction to basic skills in singing, acting, and dancing, while older and more advanced students build upon this foundation with increasingly challenging repertoire, technique, and scene work.
Musical theater history and audition technique round out the department’s hands-on, multi-disciplinary opportunities. Alumni of FSPA’s Musical Theater program have gone on to perform on Broadway, in national tours, regional theater, cruise ships, and other venues around the world.
For tickets to “Disaster!” and more information on FSPA’s offerings, visit www.FSPAonline.com or call 508-528-8668. Performed .
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| FSPA Musical Theater Program to present “Disaster!” - Feb 1-2 |
Sunday, January 26, 2020
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Jan 28, 2020
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.
A G E N D A
“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.”
I. Routine Business
A. Review of Agenda
B. Citizen’s Comments
In the spirit of open communication, “the Committee will hold a public participation segment (also called Citizen’s Comments) about matters not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made…. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment…. The Committee will hear public comments related to an agenda item when the Chair deems appropriate during the Committee meeting. Topics for discussion during the meeting must be limited to those items listed on the Committee meeting agenda for that evening…. ” - from Policy BEDHC. FHS Student Representative Comments
D. Superintendent’s Report
II. Guests/Presentations
A. FHS Program of Study Update
B. Homework Update
III. Discussion/Action Items
A. 2020-2021 School Calendar
I recommend adoption of the proposed 2020-2021 School Calendar as discussed.
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/disc-action-calendar
B. Policy - First Reading
I recommend moving Policy EEAE – School Bus Safety to a second reading as discussed.
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/disc-b-policy
IV. Discussion Only Items
A. ACCEPT Annual Report
B. BICO Annual Report
V. Information Matters
A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Ad Hoc Supt. Evaluation, Ad Hoc Facilities Analysis, Budget, Community Relations/Public Schools Advocacy, Policy, Transportation)
B. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC, Substance Abuse Task Force, School Wellness Advisory Council)
VI. New Business
A. To discuss any future agenda items
VII. Consent Agenda
A. Minutes
a. I recommend approval of the minutes from the December 10, 2019 School Committee meeting as detailed.
b. I recommend approval of the revised minutes from the November 26, 2019 School Committee meeting as detailed.
B. FHS Scholarship
I recommend acceptance of three checks totaling $250.00 for the Jacqueline Schaeffer Memorial Scholarship as follows:
- Shanna Culloty Jobin $100.00
- Sean S. Jobin $100.00
- Maura C. Schaeffer $ 50.00
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $375.00 as detailed:
- $75.00 Leuders Environmental, Inc. for in-house enrichment
- $300.00 Anonymous donation to pay off lunch balances
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $3,798.15 as detailed:
- $2,798.15 from Lifetouch National School Studio for in-house enrichment
- $1,000.00 from Patriot’s Foundation for Athletic supplies
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,500.00 from music parents for in- house enrichment as detailed.
F. Remington Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,535.00 from Lifetouch for in-house enrichment at Remington Middle School as detailed.
G. JFK Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $2,574.00 from the JFK PCC as follows:
- $775.00 – Field Trips
- $1,799.00 – Supplemental Supplies
I recommend acceptance of the following donations totaling $6,902.34 for Parmenter Elementary School:
- $3,000.00 worth of Furniture from Cardi’s
- $992.34 from PCC for In-house enrichment
- $1,800.00 Anonymous donation to pay off lunch balances
- $1,110.00 from Hockomock Area YMCA for in-house enrichment
I recommend approval of the request of Leighanne Rudsit and Matthew Geisinger to take 2 jazz bands and 2 jazz combos to the University of New Hampshire on Saturday, March 14, 2020 for the annual Jazz Festival as detailed.
J. Jefferson Donation
I recommend acceptance of the donation of a Keurig Coffee Machine from Brody Nunley for the Jefferson teacher’s dining room as detailed.
VIII. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen
IX. Payroll Ms. D’Angelo
X. Executive Session
Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the FEA unit as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the School Committee and the chair so declares.
XI. Adjournment
Shared from the Town of Franklin School Committee agenda doc
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/scagenda_1-28-20.pdf
Other documents released before the meeting can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/pages/january-28-2020-school-committee-packet
Additional documents will be posted after the meeting.
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| Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Jan 28, 2020 |
Franklin MA: School Committee - Student Service Workshop - Jan 28, 2020
Franklin School Committee
January 28, 2020
Municipal Building – 3rd Floor Training Room
6:00 P.M.
This meeting will not be recorded*
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.
A G E N D A
“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.”
Call to Order
Student Services Workshop
Adjournment
*unless prohibited, the meeting will be recorded by Franklin Matters/Franklin TV for audio replay later
Agenda was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_1-28-20-studsvcwkshop.pdf
For more about Student Services, visit their page
https://www.franklinps.net/district/student-services
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| Franklin MA: School Committee - Student Service Workshop - Jan 28, 2020 |
Fire Dept removed from Civil Service, OPEB funding reviewed, large solar installations to be denied
The Town Council meeting on Wednesday, Jan 22, 2020 was significant in three major topic arenas.
One: the Fire Dept which historically (at least during my time reporting) has had trouble reaching a contract settlement with the Town has settled a three year contract (2019 to 2022) and agreed to be exempt from civil service. This should enable the Fire Dept and the Town to move forward to meet the challenges of rising call volume and appropriate staffing by removing some of the complications of civil service. The measure, though approved, does need State House legislation action to get a 'home rule' approved to make this effective.
Two: while the OPEB (Other Post Employment Benefits) account is still underfunded, the Town has taken measures to move to the 'top quartile' of its peers in funding percentage. The light can be seen at the end of the tunnel when in about 2030, the Pension funding dollars can be shifted to the OPEB account to help begin to make up the deficit towards fully funding the OPEB liability. So while OPEB is still underfunded, it is not the big heavy weight that is hanging over Franklin (1) as long as the Town continues to increase its funding (as it has) and (2) shifts the Pension money when it can (approx. 2030).
Three: two more of the zoning bylaw changes to clean up the plot lines were referred to the Planning Board. Separately, a change to the solar bylaw to remove the large commercial installations from the bylaw as permitted was also referred to the Planning Board. The Planning Board will hold public hearings on these measures, make any adjustments (if necessary) and then return them to the Town Council. The Council will also hold two public readings before voting on the 'final' language.
Additional details on these items can be found in my notes reported live during the meeting.
The Actions Taken document has not yet been published by the Town. A link to that will be added when it is.
The video will be available for replay by Franklin TV.
One: the Fire Dept which historically (at least during my time reporting) has had trouble reaching a contract settlement with the Town has settled a three year contract (2019 to 2022) and agreed to be exempt from civil service. This should enable the Fire Dept and the Town to move forward to meet the challenges of rising call volume and appropriate staffing by removing some of the complications of civil service. The measure, though approved, does need State House legislation action to get a 'home rule' approved to make this effective.
Two: while the OPEB (Other Post Employment Benefits) account is still underfunded, the Town has taken measures to move to the 'top quartile' of its peers in funding percentage. The light can be seen at the end of the tunnel when in about 2030, the Pension funding dollars can be shifted to the OPEB account to help begin to make up the deficit towards fully funding the OPEB liability. So while OPEB is still underfunded, it is not the big heavy weight that is hanging over Franklin (1) as long as the Town continues to increase its funding (as it has) and (2) shifts the Pension money when it can (approx. 2030).
Three: two more of the zoning bylaw changes to clean up the plot lines were referred to the Planning Board. Separately, a change to the solar bylaw to remove the large commercial installations from the bylaw as permitted was also referred to the Planning Board. The Planning Board will hold public hearings on these measures, make any adjustments (if necessary) and then return them to the Town Council. The Council will also hold two public readings before voting on the 'final' language.
Additional details on these items can be found in my notes reported live during the meeting.
The Actions Taken document has not yet been published by the Town. A link to that will be added when it is.
The video will be available for replay by Franklin TV.
- Live reporting: Return from Exec Session to Closing
- Live reporting - to Executive Session
- Live reporting: Legislation for action
- Live reporting: OPEB Update, etc.
- Live reporting: Town Council - Jan 22, 2020
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| Fire Dept removed from Civil Service, OPEB funding reviewed, large solar installations to be denied |
FHS wrestling team finishes in top 5 at Timberlane Invitational
Via HockomockSports.com, we share the results of FHS winter sports action on Saturday
Wrestling = Timberlane (NH) Invitational (Franklin, Mansfield)
– Both Franklin and Mansfield finished in the top five in the team standings at the Timberlane Invitational. The Panthers had one individual champion, a second place finish, five grapplers take third while the Hornets had two champions, one second place finish, and three wrestlers take fourth.
Franklin’s Dom Sackley won the 160 bracket, Mansfield’s Antonios Sevastos went 3-0 to take first at 126, and CJ Glaropoulos needed just 1:19 total to get three wins and take first at 170 for the Hornets.
Finishing second included Franklin’s Kenny Sauer (152) and Mansfield’s Noah Jellenik (220). Drew DiFilippo (120), Jake Carlucci (132), Alex Fracassa (145), Liam Cogavin (170), and Dylan Nawn (182) all finished third for the Panthers while Mansfield’s Noah Price (120), Will Stratton (145), and Ciaran Connolly (160) each finished fourth.
Girls Hockey = Franklin, 1 @ Norwood, 2 – Final
Boys Hockey = Franklin, 1 @ Canton, 3 – Final
Ryan Lanigan, founder and Editor-in-Chief of HockomockSports.com, provides the game recap:
"It was a championship theme inside the Canton Ice House on Saturday afternoon.
It started with a pregame ceremony honoring the 10th anniversary of Canton’s 2010 D2 State Championship squad and it ended with the 2020 Bulldogs clinching the program’s 10th straight Davenport division title with a 3-1 win over rival Franklin.
The Canton boys hockey team is the only program in the entire Hockomock League in any sport to win ten 10 straight division championships. The Bulldogs are the only team to win a Davenport title for boys hockey, winning every year of the decade since the league split into two divisions.
“It’s a great thing, we’re very lucky to be apart of something like this here in Canton,” said Bulldogs coach Brian Shuman, who quickly went from one rink to the other inside the Ice House, coaching a 6th/7th grade Canton youth team immediately following the Bulldogs’ win over Franklin. “All of these guys were watching our game before coming over here for their game, and all of our guys watched the teams before them.”
Continue reading the boys hockey game recap:
https://hockomocksports.com/canton-boys-hockey-franklin-clinch-10th-straight-davenport-title/
For a Photo Gallery from this game:
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2019-2020/Winter-2019-2020/Canton-Franklin-Boys-Hockey-01-25-20/
For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-01-25-20/
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| FHS Kyle Hedvig skates ahead of Canton (HockomockSports.com photo) |
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