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We have reached a 68.4% response rate for Franklin, there is still time to get beyond 80% (Franklin actually did 79.9% in the 2010 Census).
"The 2020 Census is underway and more households across America are responding every day. Over 70 million households have responded to date, representing 48.1% of all households in America. Make sure that you and your friends and family are included in this once-a-decade count. Help us spread the word: Everyone can respond to the 2020 Census online in one of 13 languages, with assistance available in many more. Please note: About 64 million households across the nation will receive a paper questionnaire in the coming days. If you receive mail after you have responded, you should disregard it. It was sent before we received your response."
FM #249 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 249 in the series. This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Town Clerk Teresa Burr and Assistant Clerk Nancy Danelo. We had our conversation via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period. We talk about how the Town Clerk’s office has become virtual continuing to provide most services. They are not currently providing notary public services or accepting marriage intentions at this time. Some other services may take time to turn around but are still being processed. The one service completion that is not being done at this time is to acknowledge the voter registrations done online or through the registry. Those records are still coming in but are not yet being acknowledged by the office. Our discussion includes a conversation on the two censuses underway. The annual Town census was in the process of being wrapped up when the shutdown occurred. If you have not yet completed the Town census please send it back or drop it in the white box on the corner of the building. The Federal 2020 Census is also underway and is important to complete. The recording runs about 12 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Teresa and Nancy https://www.hipcast.com/podcast/HN4DNTz7
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Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening. For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission. I hope you enjoy!
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FM #249 Town Clerk Teresa Burr; Asst Clerk Nancy Danelo 4/15/20 (audio)
Hi friends, I hope everyone is hanging in, especially with this dreary weather. I write with something fun: the next episode of Low Budget Beacon Hill! We're in a pandemic period for the long haul, so I hope this brings a little entertainment. In Episode 3, Rep. Maria Robinson and I went extra-low budget (I'm actually sitting on the floor the whole time) to shed some light on legislating in the time of coronavirus. Watch to the end for the most amusing parts. We've received plenty of questions from constituents about how the Massachusetts State Government has continued operating during the COVID-19 pandemic. We answer lots of important questions, including:
How are decisions made during a state of emergency?
How does the legislature vote and operate while practicing social distancing?
How does the COVID-19 response differ between the state and federal government?
Did you remember to clean out your child's lunchbox?
In addition, my team and I held our third virtual office hours today, with a packed schedule and detailed conversations with constituents from across the district. We've also been hard at work on the 2020 Vote By Mail Act… more on that below. ... Remember, there’s plenty for each of us to do to keep ourselves and our neighbors safe, like wearing a face covering when you go out in public. I’ve also donated blood and we’re participating in take-out Tuesday to help our local restaurants stay afloat! I’d love to hear what you’ve been up to … please join the social media conversation. As always, my team and I are here for you. Call us at 617-722-1555 or email me directly at becca.rausch@masenate.gov and one of us will get back to you as quickly as we can. Please follow me on Twitter and Facebook for real-time updates. Wishing you and your families strength, health, and resilience. Yours in service, Senator Becca Rausch
YouTube Link "Low-Budget Beacon Hill Episode 3: Legislating in the Time of Coronavirus" = https://youtu.be/Jf-VReAyoCs
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"@dannyhar562 is still hopeful for the senior class. He shares the work being done behind the scenes toward graduation and other events, on this week's Panther News! "
Due to the growing concerns regarding the COVID-19 virus, we will be conducting a remote/virtual Board of Health Meeting. In an effort to ensure citizen engagement and comply with open meeting law regulations, citizens will be able to dial into the meeting using the provided phone number (Cell phone or Landline Required) OR citizens can participate by clicking on the attached link (Phone, Computer, or Tablet required). The attached link and phone number will be active for the duration of the meeting for citizens to ask questions/voice concerns.
Good News, the Simplerecycling curbside clothing pink bag recycling starts again on Monday, April 27. Review our website https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste for more information. Simplerecycling is also available at https://simplerecycling.com/ Please help us out by recycling more clothes than ever before which helps the Franklin Solid Waste program.
We need your support now more than ever.
Thank You
Simplerecycling Curbside Clothing Program Resumes on Monday, April 27
