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Sunday, May 23, 2021
P.A.W.S. Event Sunday! May 23, 2021
CDC Reports: masks and ventilation improved school COVID-19 case load; care in handling backyard poultry
"Schools in Georgia that required teachers and staff to wear masks and improved ventilation reported fewer COVID-19 cases, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study released on Friday.
The research, conducted by the CDC and the Georgia Department of Public Health, determined that COVID-19 incidence was 37 percent lower in schools that mandated masks for teachers and staff. Schools that implemented at least one ventilation strategy saw a 39 percent reduction in coronavirus cases among students and staff.
The ventilation improvements ranged from dilution methods, which refer to running fans and keeping doors and windows open, to filtration with or without purification. Schools that used dilution methods saw 35 percent less COVID-19 incidence, and others that used dilution and filtration methods together saw 48 percent fewer cases."
Continue reading the article online
"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an advisory on Thursday warning people against getting too close to backyard poultry, citing concerns that the chickens may be spreading salmonella.In an investigation notice, the CDC noted that backyard poultry owners should take precautionary measures when handling their animals after 163 confirmed cases of salmonella were reported in 43 states."Don’t kiss or snuggle backyard poultry, and don’t eat or drink around them," the CDC wrote. "This can spread Salmonella germs to your mouth and make you sick."
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"Where's The Toast?" Memory Cafe' with Tom Madden Monday, May 24 - 2 PM
Please Join us on Monday, May 24 at 2 PM as Tom Madden entertains us with songs from the 50's. Tom has been performing on vocals, keyboard, trombone and guitar and entertaining people for over 30 years.
This months Memory Cafe' is generously sponsored by Salmon at Medway. Please share this link with others who would enjoy an hour of music, socialization and entertainment.
If you would like a sneak preview at Tom's music you can go to his page with this link: http://www.tommaddenmusic.com/
We look forward to seeing you on Monday!
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| Memory Cafe' with Tom Madden Monday, May 24 |
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Ariel Doggett
Virtual Program Coordinator
Respite Coordinator
Supportive Day Coordinator
"We rise by lifting others" - Robert Ingersoll
There is no act of kindness too small
The Franklin Food Pantry is hiring a Client Services Coordinator
"Are you passionate about people and the community? The Franklin Food Pantry is looking for a Client Services Coordinator to join our team. Our vision is to build a community in which everyone in need has an improved quality of life through nutritious food and supportive resources. We are looking for a collaborative, team player who believes in our vision is adaptable and has a singular client focus.Reporting to the Director of Strategic Initiatives, the Client Services Coordinator is responsible for providing outstanding service to our clients while leading a shift of volunteers during pantry operations. This position is the primary point of contact for all volunteers and clients at the Pantry and exemplifies a positive attitude at all times fostering a welcoming, supportive environment for clients, volunteers, donors and co-workers.This is a part time, 20 hour per week position."
Shared from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1219015755/posts/10226221870312729/
Direct link to Indeed to apply https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=client%20services%20coordinator%20franklin%20food%20pantry&l=Franklin%2C%20MA&vjk=97a9ff36f8085198&fbclid=IwAR2dZBfr-9rbiWZUqKnoL_BuXPPbnSyMjdZlXkxghuelGRd0H6yf3tyDxK8
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Washington Post: "Explaining HIPAA: No, it doesn't ban questions about your vaccination status"
"As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continues to relax safety measures for people who are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus and the country begins to reopen, many employers, businesses, families and friend groups are finding themselves in the at-times uncomfortable position of having to ask about others’ vaccination statuses."
"HIPAA, also known as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, and its subsequently added Privacy Rule include provisions to protect a person’s identifying health information from being shared without their knowledge or consent. The law, though, only applies to specific health-related entities, such as insurance providers, health-care clearinghouses, health-care providers and their business associates."
Shared from The Washington Post: Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required) https://twitter.com/washingtonpost/status/1396178093463805952
Saturday, May 22, 2021
Public Hearing - 2021 Draft Housing Production Plan - June 2
Public Hearing - 2021 Draft Housing Production Plan
The Franklin Municipal Affordable Housing Trust will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, June 2 at 6:30 PM via the ” Zoom” platform to present the highlights of the Town’s 2021 Draft Housing Production Plan. Residents can visit the Town Website (franklinma.gov) and click on the Town Calendar for up to
date information on how to access the meeting. Residents can access the document at the Department of Planning and Community Development’s web site: www.franklinma.gov/planning-communitydevelopment.
date information on how to access the meeting. Residents can access the document at the Department of Planning and Community Development’s web site: www.franklinma.gov/planning-communitydevelopment.
Feedback from the general public is a critical component of the planning process. Written comments should be forwarded to the Department of Planning & Community Development, Housing Development Plan Comments, 355 East Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038-1352, or send by email to
planning@franklinma.gov.
planning@franklinma.gov.
The Public Comment period runs until 6/25/2021. If you have any questions,
please call 508-520-4907.
please call 508-520-4907.
Submitted by,
Maxine Kinhart
Department of Housing & Community Development
Department of Housing & Community Development
Shared from the Town of Franklin page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/notice_of_public_hearing_-_housing_production_plan.pdf
Direct link to plan -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/franklin_housing_production_plan_-_may_2021_public_draft.pdf
or view/download a copy of the plan here -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZrXMOVhhJyr8azMPeftcqIuoHRo7jmKR/view
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| Public Hearing - 2021 Draft Housing Production Plan - June 2 |
Head's up for Franklin Veterans - Memorial Day & ArtWALK
We are having a Memorial Day program on the Common on Monday, May 31 at noon after brief memorial ceremonies at Dean College, Union Street and St. Mary's Cemeteries. All are invited to the program at noon.There will not be a Memorial Day breakfast or parade this year.We are still looking for a few more volunteers to help us at the monuments on the Town Common at the ARTWALK on Fri & Sat. (Jun 11-12) (We will provide volunteers with info about each monument so they are able to answer visitors' questions.) Interested folks can sign up by calling our office.
Thank you!
Debra Martin
Franklin Veterans Services
10 Daniel McCahill Street
Franklin, MA 02038
Email: dmartin@franklinma.gov
T: 508.613.1315
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| Head's up for Franklin Veterans - Memorial Day & ArtWALK |
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