Franklin Matters

Wednesday, February 5, 2020

In the News: kindergarten registration for Franklin Public Schools

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

"Initial kindergarten registration for Franklin Public Schools will take place Tuesday, Feb. 11 and Wednesday, Feb. 12 in the third floor training room at the Franklin municipal building, 355 East Central St., Franklin.

Hours on Feb. 11 will be 9 a.m.-1 p.m., and on Feb. 12 they will be 1-6 p.m.

After Feb. 12, 2020, kindergarten registration will be processed at the superintendent’s office, also in the municipal building, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

For a kindergarten registration packet, go to: https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/fps_reg._req._2020-2021.pdf

A link to the necessary documentation for registration can be found at: https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/fps_reg._req._2020-2021.pdf"

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200204/franklin-schools-slate-kindergarten-registration

In the News: kindergarten registration for Franklin Public Schools

Franklin Residents: Curbside Clothing Continues to be Huge Success

Curbside Clothing Continues to be Huge Success

We need your support

Almost 40,000 pounds of clothing was collected in November and December of 2019 alone!

We encourage everyone's support to recycle these materials in your curbside free PINK BAGS.

Need more PINK BAGS? Go to www.simplerecycling.com and order more if you are out.

When your clothing is picked up new bags are left behind.

There is an additional collection bin at the Franklin Recycling Center.

This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/curbside-clothing-continues-be-huge-success

Franklin Residents: Curbside Clothing Continues to be Huge Success

Tuesday, February 4, 2020

Franklin Voters: 2020 PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY - Info

2020 PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY

TUESDAY, MARCH 3rd 2020
Franklin High School: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

EARLY VOTING

FRANKLIN TOWN HALL – TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE
FEBRUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 28

*DURING REGULAR OFFICE HOURS:*

MONDAY, TUESDAY & THURSDAY, 8 AM – 4 PM
WEDNESDAY, 8 AM – 6 PM, FRIDAY, 8 AM – 1 PM

LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE

CHANGE PARTY AFFILIATION

Wednesday, February 12, 2020
Town Clerk’s Office till 8:00 PM
Or online www.registertovotema.com

Download a copy of this as a reminder:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SS9wDi-U88EX43s0pSCgY-VQpaDq_lxp/view?usp=sharing

Franklin Voters: 2020 PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY - Info

Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Feb 5, 2020

Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting

Municipal Building

355 East Central Street, 3rd Floor Training Room Franklin, MA

February 5, 2020 - 5:30 PM

Announcements:
This meeting may be recorded by audio or video.

Discussion:

1. EDC Goals Prioritization Review.

2. Lot Line Clean up #3: Areas near Pleasant, Chestnut & Brook Streets.

Get a copy of this agenda on the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/2020-02-05_edc_agenda.pdf

Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Feb 5, 2020

Franklin Newcomers and Friends meeting - Feb 12

Come join your friends and neighbors at the Franklin Newcomers and Friends monthly Meeting. Meet us upstairs at "3" Restaurant on Wednesday, February 12 at 7:30 PM.

No need to be a newcomer to the area . . . and no need to RSVP. Come join us and have fun while you make connections in your community. We are a multi-generational club offering a wide range of activities for all ages with an emphasis on fun and camaraderie. We are a member driven organization and are always excited to welcome new faces and new ideas.

Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, are welcome to join us the 2nd Wednesday of the month (occasionally we switch Wednesdays to accommodate holidays or speakers). We run our meetings September through May. We meet at “3” Restaurant, 461 W. Central Street, Franklin, upstairs in a private room. Complimentary hot appetizers and beverages are provided and a cash bar is available.

Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year. Look for us on our website www.franklinnewcomers.com, or on our Facebook page or on Meetup.com, Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club.

Franklin Newcomers and Friends meeting - Feb 12

Jazz Cafe - FHS cafeteria - Feb 7

Jazz Cafe

Annie Sullivan, Horace Mann and Remington Middle Schools

and

Franklin High School Jazz Bands

Franklin High School Cafeteria
Friday, February 7, 2020, 7:00 p.m.

Adults $10.00, Children/Students and Seniors $5.00
(Family of up to 5 guests - $25.00, all additional guests - $5.00)

Light refreshments will be served

Come join us for an evening of great music!

Jazz Cafe - FHS cafeteria - Feb 7

"conceived to raise awareness about the appeal of municipal jobs as a career choice for candidates of all ages"

Via the MA Municipal Association (MMA) comes this article and intro to a good resource:

"At its Annual Meeting on Jan. 24, the MMA unveiled its MassTown Careers campaign, an initiative aimed at attracting a new generation of workers to careers in the state’s 351 cities and towns.

Facing a wave of retirements and a highly competitive job market, cities and towns confront a growing challenge in filling a diverse range of jobs, including in the areas of management, finance, information technology, public works and more.

MassTown Careers was conceived to raise awareness about the appeal of municipal jobs as a career choice for candidates of all ages. The heart of the campaign is video testimonials featuring Massachusetts municipal employees highlighting the wide range of available jobs and the many rewards of working for cities and towns.

“I’m passionate about doing work that is truly important to my community, my family, and myself,” says Carolyn Kosnoff, assistant town manager for finance in Lexington, one of the municipal employees interviewed for the project.