Monday, February 8, 2021

FM #454 Town Council Mtg - 02/03/21 P1 of 3 (audio)

FM #454 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 454 in the series.

This session shares the Franklin, MA Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, Feb 3, 2021.

The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format: most members of the Town Council, selected guests, and Town Administration personnel were in the Council Chambers, one member of the Council was remote along with the public via Zoom conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.

I’ve split the full two hour forty five minutes meeting into three logical segments segments:

  • First - covers the opening through Finance and borrowing update (53 minutes)
  • Second - covers the  stormwater utility fee (1 hour and 12 minutes)
  • Third - covers the SubCommitte reports through to the close of the meeting (approx. 40 mins)

The show notes contain links to the meeting agenda including documents released for this agenda.

Let’s listen to this segment of the Town Council meeting of Feb 3, 2021

Audio file = https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/87474f53-5502-4719-9873-025065e917e1/fm-454-tc-mtg-20210203-p1of3.mp3


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Agenda document (and released supporting materials in one PDF)
https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/agendas/2-3-2021_town_council_meeting_agenda_0.pdf

Finance presentation
https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/tc_borrowing_debt_presentation.pdf

Stormwater proposal doc for discussion

https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/8b._storm_water_presentation.pdf

My notes from the meeting
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/02/town-council-meeting-recap-020321-town.html  

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
 
How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
  • If you don't like something here, please let me know

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 #454 Town Council Mtg - 02/03/21 P1 of 3 (audio)
FM #454 Town Council Mtg - 02/03/21 P1 of 3 (audio)


FM #453 Town Council 'Quarterbacking' - 02/03/21 (audio)

FM #453 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 453 in the series.

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting: ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?

The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents.

Our conversation runs about 38 minutes, so let’s listen in.  Audio link = https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d74075ea-f5a9-41ec-a8a0-a8068827dcb5/fm-453-tc-quarterbacking-20210203.mp3

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Agenda document (and released supporting materials in one PDF)
https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/agendas/2-3-2021_town_council_meeting_agenda_0.pdf

Finance presentation
https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/tc_borrowing_debt_presentation.pdf

Stormwater proposal doc for discussion
https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/8b._storm_water_presentation.pdf

My notes from the meeting
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/02/town-council-meeting-recap-020321-town.html  

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
 
How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
  • If you don't like something here, please let me know

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!

------------------

You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

 

FM #453 Town Council 'Quarterbacking' - 02/03/21 (audio)
FM #453 Town Council 'Quarterbacking' - 02/03/21 (audio)

"recommendation that the DT facility be closed for FY22"

"After completing a comprehensive closing study for the Davis Thayer School, the Ad Hoc Facilities Analysis subcommittee has voted to present this final report to the Franklin School Committee with our recommendation that the DT facility be closed for FY22.
Additionally, we also recommend that the Franklin School Committee establish a standing subcommittee focused on creating a Master Facilities Plan to address other facility needs in the district."

Respectfully submitted,
 
The Davis Thayer Facilities Analysis Sub-Committee:
Elise A. Stokes
Mary Jane Scofield
Judith Pond-Pfeffer
 
 
The full recommendation document and action item for the School Committee discussion on Tuesday, Feb 9, 2021:
 
Full School Committee agenda for Tuesday, Feb 9, 2021
 
Davis Thayer Facility Analysis page
  
"recommendation that the DT facility be closed for FY22"
"recommendation that the DT facility be closed for FY22"


3 FHS Student works selected for MAEA juried Recognitions Exhibit


"Three students from FHS were accepted into the MAEA juried Recognitions Exhibit: Kashish Singh, raku fired organic form; Millie Chalk, altered metallic teapot; and Katie Sawyer, a teapot set.
 
Congratulations! We are all so proud of you! @FHSPantherbook @MassArtEd @FranklinHS  "
 
Shared by Brenna Johnson, (Art Educator at Franklin High School, Advisor of The Empty Bowls Club, Co-Advisor of NAHS, Supporter of all things Franklin): https://t.co/7ztmuSYfvm
 
Follow the link to Twitter for a more full size photo of each of the items
https://t.co/7ztmuSYfvm 
 
3 FHS Student works selected for MAEA juried Recognitions Exhibit
3 FHS Student works selected for MAEA juried Recognitions Exhibit


Temple Etz Chaim: Virtual 3K Walk, Run or Ride FUNdraiser - March 11 - 14

Temple Etz Chaim of Franklin, MA is pleased to announce our Virtual 3K Walk, Run or Ride FUNdraiser. This year, we're welcoming walkers, runners and bicyclists from near and far to join us in our social distancing 3K. All proceeds from this event will help support Temple Etz Chaim as we support our local community.

Join us Thursday, March 11th through Sunday, March 14th to get out and get in your steps. Use your iphone, fitbit, pedometer, google maps, or any other tracking device to measure your distance.  Walk, run or bike as an individual, with your family, or join a larger team remotely, and submit your results here.  
 
We're also encouraging participants to get on Facebook and tag us @TempleEtzChaimMA (https://www.facebook.com/TempleEtzChaimMA) showing us your favorite way to get active and healthy while staying safe.

For race questions or for more info, please contact Cindy Heilweil at sisterhood@temple-etzchaim.org or Margot Rivelis at boarddirector3@temple-etzchaim.org

 
 
For additional info and to register:
 
Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/TECFranklin/status/1358419028973412352



Temple Etz Chaim: Virtual 3K Walk, Run or Ride FUNdraiser - March 11 - 14
Temple Etz Chaim: Virtual 3K Walk, Run or Ride FUNdraiser - March 11 - 14

50+ Program - Two special events this week

The 50+ Program has an exciting line-up of special events and Session #3 of our Workshop Series for you this week.
 
You don't want to miss two Special Events this week:
 
Wed, Feb 10 - 4-530 PM: Starting Your Own Business at Any Age with Guest Speaker, Rick Terrien.  
Rick, an Encore Purpose Prize winner and author, will discuss his "field guide" titled Ageless Startup. Learn how you can bridge from employee to entrepreneur, from semi-retiree to business owner. Presented by Founders Over 55 and Encore Boston Network.
**Registration is Required: REGISTER HERE
 
 
Thu, Feb 11 - 10-12 Noon: Add 2 Rs to Your Job Search: Resiliency and Resourcefulness. 
Finding work isn't easy. That's why the savviest job seekers rely on the "2 Rs" -- Resourcefulness & Resilience -- to keep moving forward. Join us for thought-provoking insights and research-based tools, drawn from some unlikely sources, that can give your job search the boost you're looking for. Presented by 50+ Job Seekers Networking Groups & Encore Boston Network
**Registration is Required: REGISTER HERE
 

Topic #3 (Using STARS) of our 12 topic interactive series also starts this coming Tuesday.
If you have not yet registered for the 50+ program, you can register at www.50plusjobseekers.org. After registering, you will be sent a link for joining the interactive series. If you are registered, you should have received a link that you are to use going forward.

Thank you,

Ed Lawrence
SUPPORT - Two special events this week
SUPPORT - Two special events this week


FHS Gymnastics - details on meet results vs. King Philip


"Please read what these girls are doing it's impressive!! This team really is INCREDIBLE! 
#undefeated @FHSSports @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters @R_Lanigan @BostonHeraldHS @MetroWestSports @BGlobeSports @HockomockSports @MyFM1013 @KatCornetta @FHSTrainingRoom @fhsgymboosters" https://t.co/tmFCJFGKeg
 

FHS Gymnastics - details on meet results vs. King Philip
FHS Gymnastics - details on meet results vs. King Philip 1

FHS Gymnastics - details on meet results vs. King Philip 2
FHS Gymnastics - details on meet results vs. King Philip 2

FHS Gymnastics - details on meet results vs. King Philip 3
FHS Gymnastics - details on meet results vs. King Philip 3