Franklin Rail Trail
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The presentation was added to the meeting notes of 8/19/09 and here to save clicking back into the August files.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Citizens Rail Trail presentation added to meeting notes
This was the presentation developed for and viewed at the Franklin Citizens Rail Trail Committee meeting on 8/19/09. The presentation was developed by Bill DiSantis.
The presentation was added to the meeting notes of 8/19/09 and here to save clicking back into the August files.
The presentation was added to the meeting notes of 8/19/09 and here to save clicking back into the August files.
Take a ride on the Franklin Area Bus
Did you know that you can have it stop for you along the route?
This September, why not take some time to ride the bus. For $1, it can be a real bargain.
One of the buses on the Franklin Area route has been wrapped to help advertise for Dean College. The bus (pictured below) was recently seen on its route along King St.
For more information (and schedule) on the Franklin Area Bus follow this link (PDF).
This September, why not take some time to ride the bus. For $1, it can be a real bargain.
One of the buses on the Franklin Area route has been wrapped to help advertise for Dean College. The bus (pictured below) was recently seen on its route along King St.
For more information (and schedule) on the Franklin Area Bus follow this link (PDF).
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Live reporting - Public Land Use Committee
Attending: Liz Fester, Mark Anderson, Tim Twardowski
Missing: Jim Estabrook, Ray Willis
Beth Dahlstrom, Town Planner
Brian Taberner, Director, Planning and Community Development
Members of the Franklin Citizens Rail Trail Committee
Dave Dennison, Allan Sawyer, David Labonte, Karl Svendsen
Ron Clough, DCR
Franklin Rail Trail - part of the Titanic Trail
This presentation was based upon the one prepared by Bill DiSantis and edited by Carl Svendsen for this meeting.
Wadsworth Village, near Spring Street crossing, a historical site
How the trail would be finished off is somewhat dependent upon the requirements for the funding organization. Hard pack would be desirable.
Bellingham has a subcommittee to their Conservation Committee doing the same thing that the FCRTC is doing.
FCRTC is a grass roots organization coordinating with DCR.
Meeting with the Rotary Club to look for additional funding.
Dan O'Brian, a trail planner on the DCR staff
It is a feasible project. What you need is creation of a management plan. The plan would be two-fold, (1) development of the trail and (2) the on-going maintenance.
If you can avoid the MassHighway process which requires multiple dollars and multiple years. If you go with a fully engineered 12 foot way, that's one thing. If you are agreeable to go with the lesser option, then maybe the Town can provide some assistance.
The Town Planner and others within the Town can help the FCRT Committee
Ultimately looking at a 10 foot paved section with a yellow line down the middle and an adjacent 5 foot section hard pack for horse or jogger traffic.
Look into the ATT easement for an opportunity for sponsorship or opportunity for maintenance that could be leveraged.
Beth Dhalstrom and Dave Labonte to compare dates to find an acceptable meeting time in September to continue this discussion.
Election "Line up card"
Table below shows the positions available for election this November. Check for the updated version here
The Candidates column initially showed just the incumbents.
Those who have confirmed taking out papers are marked with a * and bold.
New candidates have their name in bold with -new.
The existing position holders who have not yet taken out papers are listed for reference to keep track of the "line up card"
So what does this tell us?
We need more candidates! The only election competition is for the Board of Health position.
The Candidates column initially showed just the incumbents.
Those who have confirmed taking out papers are marked with a * and bold.
New candidates have their name in bold with -new.
The existing position holders who have not yet taken out papers are listed for reference to keep track of the "line up card"
So what does this tell us?
We need more candidates! The only election competition is for the Board of Health position.
| Name | # of Openings | Candidates | Term of Office |
| Board of Assessors | 1 Position (For 4 years) | Robert Avakian* | 2009 to 2013 |
| Board of Health | 1 Position (For 4 years) | Bruce Hunchard* Koren Kanadanian-new | 2009 to 2013 |
| Planning Board | 2 Position (For 4 years) | Anthony Padula* | 2009 to 2013 |
| * 1Vacant | Joseph Halligan-new | 2009 to 2013 | |
| Planning Board (Associate) | * 1 vacant position (For 4 Years) | 2009 to 2013 | |
| Town Council | 9 Positions (For 2 Years) | Joseph McGann | 2009 to 2011 |
| Deborah Bartlett | |||
| R. Scott Mason* | |||
| Christopher Feeley | |||
| Judith Pond Pfeffer* | |||
| Thomas Doak - not running again | |||
| Shannon Zollo* | |||
| Robert Vallee* | |||
| Stephen Whalen | |||
| Glenn Jones- new Daniel Ballinger-new | |||
| School Committee | 7 Positions (For 2 Years) | Cora Armenio | 2009 to 2011 |
| Susan Rohrbach* | |||
| Paula Mullen* | |||
| Edward Cafasso* | |||
| Roberta Trahan | |||
| Matthew Kelly | |||
| Jeffrey Roy* |
Did you know that development of the rail trail is an objecitve?
Two public hearings that included mapping activities were held at the Franklin Town Hall on March 13 and 20, 2008. Although no requests were made, translation services and assistance to disabled populations would have been provided to ensure all populations could participate in the OSRP planning process. See Appendix E for minutes of these Public Hearings. Among the thoughts expressed by the Franklin citizen attendees were their desire to acquire chapter 61B land in the north end of town if it becomes available, as well as Mt. St. Mary's Abby and the Schmidt Farm. They felt town-owned land could be used for alternative uses such as low income housing, and the public should be educated on CPA prior to presenting it on a future ballot. Citizens expressed a desire to increase the number of bike paths and trails in town, increase access to the SNETT and State Forest, identify and preserve priority habitats, as well as implement "Smart Development" concepts and initiatives.
Read more from the Open Space and Recreation Plan on the Town web site here (PDF)
Members of the Franklin Citizens Rail Trail Committee will be participating in the Public Land Use Committee meeting Tuesday evening at 6:30 PM in Room 205 in the Municipal Building.
In the News: some candidates, police grant
On the election front:
Franklin candidates starting to take out papers
from The Milford Daily News News RSS by Angel Roy/Daily News staff
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An update on the grant that the Police just received:
Franklin crosswalks to become safer through grant
Limited - bicycle/skateboard safety helmets available
The Franklin Police Department Safety Division has a limited number of bicycle/skateboard safety helmets available.
Various sizes, no charge, first come first served.
If interested, contact CSO Sergeant Spillane by clicking here.
Franklin Police Department Receives Grant
Franklin Police Department Receives Pedestrian, Bicycle and Moped-Type Safety Enforcement and Equipment Grant Award
Franklin, MA -The Franklin Police Department was awarded $7,490.52 in federal grant funding as part of the 2009-2010 Pedestrian, Bicycle and Moped-Type Safety Enforcement and Equipment Grant Program from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS). This program provides overtime funds for targeted enforcement of pedestrian, bicycle, and moped laws, equipment, and materials. The EOPSS awarded 16 of these grants totaling $100,000 in federal highway safety fundsJ
"We are pleased to receive these funds to enhance our pedestrian, bicycle and mopedtype enforcement activities in Franklin" said Sgt. Chris Spillane of the Franklin Police Department. "Any loss on our roadways is one too many and this program will help to reduce the instances of pedestrian, bicycle and moped crashes with motor vehicles."
According to the Massachusetts Crash Data System, in 2007 there were 66 pedestrian fatalities and 1,273 non-fatal injuries along with 11 pedalcyclist fatalities and 800 nonfatal injuries on Massachusetts roadways. Additionally, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2007, pedestrians made up 15% of motor vehicle-related fatalities in Massachusetts, compared to the national average of 11 % in
2007. Similarly, in 2007, pedalcyclists made up 2.5% of all motor vehicle-related fatalities in Massachusetts, compared to the national average of 1.7%.
For more information on this program go to wvvw.mass.gov/highwaysafety and click on 2009-2010 Pedestrian, Bicycle and Moped-Type Safety Enforcement and Equipment Grant.
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For additional information you can also contact Sgt. Chris Spillane at 508-528-1212
Franklin, MA -The Franklin Police Department was awarded $7,490.52 in federal grant funding as part of the 2009-2010 Pedestrian, Bicycle and Moped-Type Safety Enforcement and Equipment Grant Program from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS). This program provides overtime funds for targeted enforcement of pedestrian, bicycle, and moped laws, equipment, and materials. The EOPSS awarded 16 of these grants totaling $100,000 in federal highway safety fundsJ
"We are pleased to receive these funds to enhance our pedestrian, bicycle and mopedtype enforcement activities in Franklin" said Sgt. Chris Spillane of the Franklin Police Department. "Any loss on our roadways is one too many and this program will help to reduce the instances of pedestrian, bicycle and moped crashes with motor vehicles."
According to the Massachusetts Crash Data System, in 2007 there were 66 pedestrian fatalities and 1,273 non-fatal injuries along with 11 pedalcyclist fatalities and 800 nonfatal injuries on Massachusetts roadways. Additionally, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2007, pedestrians made up 15% of motor vehicle-related fatalities in Massachusetts, compared to the national average of 11 % in
2007. Similarly, in 2007, pedalcyclists made up 2.5% of all motor vehicle-related fatalities in Massachusetts, compared to the national average of 1.7%.
For more information on this program go to wvvw.mass.gov/highwaysafety and click on 2009-2010 Pedestrian, Bicycle and Moped-Type Safety Enforcement and Equipment Grant.
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For additional information you can also contact Sgt. Chris Spillane at 508-528-1212
Monday, August 31, 2009
Town Council - 9/2/09 - Agenda
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS
C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
D. CITIZEN COMMENTS
E. APPOINTMENTS
F. HEARINGS
G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
H. DISCUSSIONS
I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
L. OLD BUSINESS
M. NEW BUSINESS
N. COUNCIL COMMENTS
O. EXECUTIVE SESSION – Negotiations, Litigation, Real Property, as May Be Required
P. ADJOURN
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS
C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
D. CITIZEN COMMENTS
E. APPOINTMENTS
- Election Workers 2009-2010
- Finance Committee (Linda Poole Huempfner)
F. HEARINGS
G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
- Change of Manager – Joe’s American Bar & Grill
H. DISCUSSIONS
I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
- Resolution 09-57: Dissolution of Franklin Housing Partnership
- Resolution 09-58: Change of Name, Franklin Commission for Persons with Disabilities
K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
L. OLD BUSINESS
M. NEW BUSINESS
N. COUNCIL COMMENTS
O. EXECUTIVE SESSION – Negotiations, Litigation, Real Property, as May Be Required
P. ADJOURN
Do you know when Franklin's open space bylaw was created?
Franklin adopted its "Open Space Development" bylaw in 1987, Franklin Zoning Chapter 185-43. It applies to parcels in the Rural Residential I and II, and Residential VI zoning districts. It allows such parcels to be developed with the same number of lots as would be allowed with a conventional plan, but with one half the area, frontage, and yard requirements mandated by the underlying district. At least 25% of the parcel area must be reserved as open space and either conveyed to the Town or have recorded a restriction enforceable by the Town providing that the land remain as open space. By 1993, ten subdivisions had been approved for development in this manner resulting in the preservation of 236.57 acres of open space.
Read more in the Open Space and Recreation Plan found on the Town web site here (PDF)
Sunday, August 30, 2009
FM #45 - Summer Recap
This is FM #45, a recap of the summer months July/August. Give me about 10 minutes and I'll let you know what matters in Franklin MA.
Time: 11 minutes, 25 seconds
MP3 File
Session Notes:
This is #45 in the series for Franklin Matters. Give me about 10 minutes and I'll let you what matters in Franklin, MA.
June came, school ended, you left Franklin for your summer respite. Hopefully you had a good time away.
It is the end of August and you're back in Franklin. School begins on Tuesday, September 1. Oh my, how time does fly! Perhaps you're wondering what happened while you were away.
If you were, I think the highlights would be covered by the following recap:
July
Jul 1 - The Town Council meeting was dominated by a presentation and discussion by the Charter Commission. The Council created a sub-committee to work on bringing the language of the report into something to put before the State Legislature who could approve it. With their approval, then the folks of Franklin would have a chance to vote on the changes proposed. One of the changes was to make the Treasurer's position an appointed one (instead of elected as it is today). The current Town Clerk position would remain an elected position (although the committee did make some valid arguments for making this an appointed position as well). What seemed to be the most controversial was the discussion on moving the Town Council to staggered terms. In the end because the Charter Commission could not come up with an agreement on how to implement it, they decided it wasn't necessary. Keep this on the radar. I believe the Town Council would still have to approve the final submission to the State Legislature when the sub-committee has done their work.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/town-council-mtg-070109.html
Jul 15 - The Town Council meeting was significant in that museum renovation funding was approved and the local meal and hotel tax options now offered by the State were approved. This is the first non-property tax revenue that has become available for the Town. It is estimated to raise about 1 million dollars for a full year. We won't be realize the full amount this first year but it will help going forward. Vallee was the only councilor voting against both measures. He had argued previously for enabling a revenue stream for the Town but in the end voted against as it was the wrong thing to do with the current economic conditions. The Dept of Planning and Community Development presentation is worth viewing. The presentation on the Water situation is also worth viewing. Approval of the funding for the museum was controversial, some arguing it was not a good time. In the end, because it was a good time to get the work done cheaply, the money was approved by a 7-1 vote (that Bartlett was the one voting against was a surprise).
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/town-council-mtg-smry-071509.html
Jul 16 - Shades N Place opened it's new showroom
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/how-do-you-go-from-stained-glass-to.html
Jul 16 - Third Thursday was held downtown
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/how-do-you-go-from-stained-glass-to.html
Jul 22 - The School Committee meeting left some questions unanswered. We left the Jun 23rd meeting with 60+ teachers notified and yet the final number ended up as 12 (all the librarians and a few others). How did we get there? I caught up with Jeff Roy to help figure out where I had missed the boat in following the numbers through the budget discussion.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/when-can-level-funded-budget-increase.html
The full School Committee meeting notes can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/06/school-committee-mtg-062309.html
Jul 27 - The Summer School art show was captured in a slide show
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/summer-art-institute-slide-show.html
Jul 31 - Yes, it is an election year this time around for Franklin. We will elect a Town Council, School Committee and sundry other positions this November. The full listing and key dates can be found here. There are still open slots for Town Council as four have been confirmed in taking out papers to run (incumbents Vallee, Mason, Pfeffer and new comer Glenn Jones). Tom Doak has acknowledged that he will not seek re-election.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/this-is-election-year-for-franklin.html
August
Aug 1 - The PanMass Challenge rode through Franklin with a water stop at the Remington-Jefferson complex. A slide show of some of the event featuring local riders can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/pmc-franklin-water-stop.html
Aug 5 - The Town Council meeting was barely held as five councilors were present, just enough for a quorum. The only legislation passed was local ordinances that allowed the Board of Assessors to index the Senior exemptions officially. They had in fact been indexing but due to a change in legislation, the local authorization to do so had not officially been granted.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/town-council-mtg-smry-080509.html
Aug 11 - The School Committee meeting approved the recommendations from the Strategic Planning Committee. The School Department is now operating under an updated mission statement, vision, and core values. School handbooks dominated much of the discussion as they reflect some changes to bring some more consistency to the operations of the individual schools.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/school-committee-mtg-081109.html
Changes at the high school are covered in detail on Principal Peter Light's blog
http://franklinhighschool.wordpress.com/2009/07/31/fhs-update-and-amendment-to-the-program-of-studies/
Aug 19 - The Town Council was a shorter meeting than the one on the 5th with a skinny agenda. Only two councilors were missing.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/town-council-mtg-smry-081909.html
Aug 19 - With a short Council meeting, I was able to attend and record notes for the Franklin Citizens Rail Trail Committee meeting. This committee is working to enhance the portion of the SNETT that starts in Franklin and runs through to the Douglas State forest.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/citizen-rail-trail-committee-meeting.html
The Citizens Rail Trail Committee brochure is available for viewing and download.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/franklin-citizens-rail-trail-committee_22.html
The Boston Globe covered the efforts of the committee in this article
http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2009/08/30/franklin_bellingham_join_effort_for_regional_recreational_trail/?rss_id=Boston+Globe+--+Globe+West
Aug 20 - Third Thursday was celebrated again. The Brothers McCann drew a good crowd to the breezeway alongside of Cafe Dolce.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/third-thursday-82009.html
Aug 25 - The second School Committee meeting of the month had some interesting policy discussions. The School's Legal representation was present for the discussion on the electronic use policy revisions proposed. Bottom line, there is more work to be done to bring the wording into agreement with the intent of the group. The initial District Improvement Plan was presented for review and ultimately accepted. The District Improvement Plan document is available within the meeting notes. Renee Danho, from Dean College, introduced a new program to help foster the collaboration between the School District and Dean. The presentation copy is available within the meeting notes.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/school-committee-mtg-082509.html
Around town you may have noticed that the Four Corners building is gone and work is well underway on the new Walgreens. The new turn lanes were added to the intersection of King/140 (or East Central)
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/new-turn-available-at-king140.html
The annual St Rocco's Festival enjoyed some good hot summer weather for a change.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/scenes-from-st-roccos.html
Did I miss something?
If you have something to add, please let me know.
If you have a question, please feel free to ask. I'll do my best to answer it.
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This podcast is provided as a public service to my fellow citizens and voters of Franklin, MA.
If you like what you hear and read, please let your neighbors know. Subscription is free.
An informed electorate will cast a good vote this November!
------------
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and East of Shirley. The piece is titled "Ernesto,
Time: 11 minutes, 25 seconds
MP3 File
Session Notes:
This is #45 in the series for Franklin Matters. Give me about 10 minutes and I'll let you what matters in Franklin, MA.
June came, school ended, you left Franklin for your summer respite. Hopefully you had a good time away.
It is the end of August and you're back in Franklin. School begins on Tuesday, September 1. Oh my, how time does fly! Perhaps you're wondering what happened while you were away.
If you were, I think the highlights would be covered by the following recap:
July
Jul 1 - The Town Council meeting was dominated by a presentation and discussion by the Charter Commission. The Council created a sub-committee to work on bringing the language of the report into something to put before the State Legislature who could approve it. With their approval, then the folks of Franklin would have a chance to vote on the changes proposed. One of the changes was to make the Treasurer's position an appointed one (instead of elected as it is today). The current Town Clerk position would remain an elected position (although the committee did make some valid arguments for making this an appointed position as well). What seemed to be the most controversial was the discussion on moving the Town Council to staggered terms. In the end because the Charter Commission could not come up with an agreement on how to implement it, they decided it wasn't necessary. Keep this on the radar. I believe the Town Council would still have to approve the final submission to the State Legislature when the sub-committee has done their work.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/town-council-mtg-070109.html
Jul 15 - The Town Council meeting was significant in that museum renovation funding was approved and the local meal and hotel tax options now offered by the State were approved. This is the first non-property tax revenue that has become available for the Town. It is estimated to raise about 1 million dollars for a full year. We won't be realize the full amount this first year but it will help going forward. Vallee was the only councilor voting against both measures. He had argued previously for enabling a revenue stream for the Town but in the end voted against as it was the wrong thing to do with the current economic conditions. The Dept of Planning and Community Development presentation is worth viewing. The presentation on the Water situation is also worth viewing. Approval of the funding for the museum was controversial, some arguing it was not a good time. In the end, because it was a good time to get the work done cheaply, the money was approved by a 7-1 vote (that Bartlett was the one voting against was a surprise).
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/town-council-mtg-smry-071509.html
Jul 16 - Shades N Place opened it's new showroom
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/how-do-you-go-from-stained-glass-to.html
Jul 16 - Third Thursday was held downtown
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/how-do-you-go-from-stained-glass-to.html
Jul 22 - The School Committee meeting left some questions unanswered. We left the Jun 23rd meeting with 60+ teachers notified and yet the final number ended up as 12 (all the librarians and a few others). How did we get there? I caught up with Jeff Roy to help figure out where I had missed the boat in following the numbers through the budget discussion.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/when-can-level-funded-budget-increase.html
The full School Committee meeting notes can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/06/school-committee-mtg-062309.html
Jul 27 - The Summer School art show was captured in a slide show
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/summer-art-institute-slide-show.html
Jul 31 - Yes, it is an election year this time around for Franklin. We will elect a Town Council, School Committee and sundry other positions this November. The full listing and key dates can be found here. There are still open slots for Town Council as four have been confirmed in taking out papers to run (incumbents Vallee, Mason, Pfeffer and new comer Glenn Jones). Tom Doak has acknowledged that he will not seek re-election.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/07/this-is-election-year-for-franklin.html
August
Aug 1 - The PanMass Challenge rode through Franklin with a water stop at the Remington-Jefferson complex. A slide show of some of the event featuring local riders can be found here
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/pmc-franklin-water-stop.html
Aug 5 - The Town Council meeting was barely held as five councilors were present, just enough for a quorum. The only legislation passed was local ordinances that allowed the Board of Assessors to index the Senior exemptions officially. They had in fact been indexing but due to a change in legislation, the local authorization to do so had not officially been granted.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/town-council-mtg-smry-080509.html
Aug 11 - The School Committee meeting approved the recommendations from the Strategic Planning Committee. The School Department is now operating under an updated mission statement, vision, and core values. School handbooks dominated much of the discussion as they reflect some changes to bring some more consistency to the operations of the individual schools.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/school-committee-mtg-081109.html
Changes at the high school are covered in detail on Principal Peter Light's blog
http://franklinhighschool.wordpress.com/2009/07/31/fhs-update-and-amendment-to-the-program-of-studies/
Aug 19 - The Town Council was a shorter meeting than the one on the 5th with a skinny agenda. Only two councilors were missing.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/town-council-mtg-smry-081909.html
Aug 19 - With a short Council meeting, I was able to attend and record notes for the Franklin Citizens Rail Trail Committee meeting. This committee is working to enhance the portion of the SNETT that starts in Franklin and runs through to the Douglas State forest.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/citizen-rail-trail-committee-meeting.html
The Citizens Rail Trail Committee brochure is available for viewing and download.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/franklin-citizens-rail-trail-committee_22.html
The Boston Globe covered the efforts of the committee in this article
http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2009/08/30/franklin_bellingham_join_effort_for_regional_recreational_trail/?rss_id=Boston+Globe+--+Globe+West
Aug 20 - Third Thursday was celebrated again. The Brothers McCann drew a good crowd to the breezeway alongside of Cafe Dolce.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/third-thursday-82009.html
Aug 25 - The second School Committee meeting of the month had some interesting policy discussions. The School's Legal representation was present for the discussion on the electronic use policy revisions proposed. Bottom line, there is more work to be done to bring the wording into agreement with the intent of the group. The initial District Improvement Plan was presented for review and ultimately accepted. The District Improvement Plan document is available within the meeting notes. Renee Danho, from Dean College, introduced a new program to help foster the collaboration between the School District and Dean. The presentation copy is available within the meeting notes.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/school-committee-mtg-082509.html
Around town you may have noticed that the Four Corners building is gone and work is well underway on the new Walgreens. The new turn lanes were added to the intersection of King/140 (or East Central)
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/new-turn-available-at-king140.html
The annual St Rocco's Festival enjoyed some good hot summer weather for a change.
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2009/08/scenes-from-st-roccos.html
Did I miss something?
If you have something to add, please let me know.
If you have a question, please feel free to ask. I'll do my best to answer it.
------------
This podcast is provided as a public service to my fellow citizens and voters of Franklin, MA.
If you like what you hear and read, please let your neighbors know. Subscription is free.
An informed electorate will cast a good vote this November!
------------
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and East of Shirley. The piece is titled "Ernesto,
In the Globe - Rail trail, kindergarten
The Franklin Citizens Rail Trail Committee's effort to get funding to work on the SNETT is the subject of this article in the Boston Globe West section today:
Plans for regional trail are gaining ground
from Boston Globe -- Globe West by Rachel Lebeaux, Globe Correspondent
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From the Boston Sunday Globe Magazine section comes this article on kindergarten
Pressure-cooker kindergarten
A new emphasis on testing and test preparation -- brought on by politicians, not early education experts -- is hurting the youngest students.
Did you know?
A stated common vision facilitates decision-making for everyone, Town and State officials as well as developers and private landowners. This update of the 2001 plan is intended to help provide that vision. The 2008 OSRP is being prepared with attention to Franklin specifically, rather than a three-town region as in the past because Franklin has become a thriving suburban community in need of specific open space and recreation planning guidance. Coordination and cooperation in planning between Town Departments and government agencies may lead to improved resources throughout the Town. The 2008 Open Space and Recreation Plan will act as a policy guide for the decision and policy makers of Franklin, resulting in improved management and enhancement of recreational opportunities and preservation of much of the Town’s significant open space.
The Open Space and Recreation Plan can be found on the town web site here (PDF)
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Franklin Area Climate Team - active blog
I have been working with the Franklin Area Climate Team to update their blog and enhance the communications around their efforts.
Become a fan and loose weight (CO2 weight)
11 Steps to save money and reduce your energy use
Cutting through the hype (video)
350 is the number!
The Franklin Area Climate Team (FACT) is a locally organized group committed to fighting the climate crisis by promoting carbon-reducing practices in our homes and communities. We are an ever-expanding group of citizens from Bellingham, Foxborough, Franklin, Norfolk, Plainville, Wrentham, and other area towns.
Consider visiting the Franklin Area Climate Team site to find information on climate change, energy savings, and more about the world-wide effort to reach 350:
11 Steps to save money and reduce your energy use
Cutting through the hype (video)
350 is the number!
Consider subscribing to the Franklin Area Climate Team blog to keep up with their activities. You can subscribe to receive updates via email or RSS feed.
Franklin Kindergarten Schedule
For some reason the correction in the printed version of this weeks Franklin Gazette STILL gets the information wrong. The correct information is listed below.
- Orientation for all kindergarten students at each elementary school on Sep 1
- 1/2 the kindergarten class comes to school on Sep 2
- The other 1/2 of the kindergarten class comes to school on Sep 3
- The full kindergarten class comes to school on Sep 4
You will be notified in a letter as to your first day of kindergarten. The beginning of the alphabet will be on Tuesday and the end of the alphabet will be Wednesday. All kindergarten students first full day together will be Friday.
Why the split schedule for kindergarten?
This schedule helps to ease the new students into the kindergarten routine.
Odd Fellows - Yard Sale
The Franklin Odd Fellows will be hosting a Yard Sale at 330 West Central St. at the Odd Fellows Lodge property. Date will be August 30, 2009 and the time will be 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
What: Yard Sale
Where: Franklin Odd Fellows
When: August 30th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
What: Yard Sale
Where: Franklin Odd Fellows
When: August 30th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Friday, August 28, 2009
Financial Planning Committee - no show
The Town website said there was a meeting. This notice outside the Town Clerks door said there was a meeting. But while folks were continuing to arrive for a Zoning Board of Appeals meeting in the Council Chambers, Room 205 remained empty. So I left. Nothing else to report about this committee at this time.
Phase one of rail trail to open Sat.
While the Franklin Citizens Rail Trail Committee is beginning work on the section in Franklin, this appeared in the Globe West edition on Thursday:
Sent to you by Steve Sherlock via Google Reader:
via Boston Globe -- Globe West by Jennifer Fenn Lefferts, Globe Correspondent on 8/26/09
After nearly 25 years of planning, funding constraints, environmental obstacles, and privacy concerns among abutters, the first phase of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail will officially open Saturday. Things you can do from here:
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Thursday, August 27, 2009
New turn available at King/140
There is a new left turn/drive straight lane alongside a right turn only lane when you travel King Street approaching 140.
This picture shows the lane markings with no cars blocking the view (yes, a lucky bit of timing).
An even luckier bit of timing shows this picture with a red light for the King St traffic. The right lane is making a right turn as the West bound 140 traffic is turning on to King St while the East bound 140 traffic is sitting at their red light.
The pedestrian and traffic light island was shortened to widen the intersection allowing the three lanes (one going out King St to i495, and the two lanes heading from King towards Chestnut St).
This is part of the traffic preparations for the Walgreens to open on the corner later this year.
This picture shows the lane markings with no cars blocking the view (yes, a lucky bit of timing).
An even luckier bit of timing shows this picture with a red light for the King St traffic. The right lane is making a right turn as the West bound 140 traffic is turning on to King St while the East bound 140 traffic is sitting at their red light.
The pedestrian and traffic light island was shortened to widen the intersection allowing the three lanes (one going out King St to i495, and the two lanes heading from King towards Chestnut St).
This is part of the traffic preparations for the Walgreens to open on the corner later this year.
Farmers Market: Nourse Farm
One of the farms frequently found at the Farmers Market on the Town Common is Nourse Farm. This photo from June depicts Samantha Nourse explaining the process for their fruits and pies.
The strawberry picking season is over but you should find something good at the Nourse Farm table each week at the Farmers Market.
Visit the Nourse Farm web site for more information on their organic growing process. They also offer tips and tricks for growing your own garden.
Buy local!
The strawberry picking season is over but you should find something good at the Nourse Farm table each week at the Farmers Market.
Visit the Nourse Farm web site for more information on their organic growing process. They also offer tips and tricks for growing your own garden.
Buy local!
The Farmers Market is held each Friday until October
on the Town Common from noon to 6:00 PM.
on the Town Common from noon to 6:00 PM.
Senior Center Activities - Sep 2009
The Senior Center has a whole lot of things happening. Take a gander through the listing for September!
The first page alone covers activities from the Men's Club, to having your hearing screened, to card games, to driver training, and to credit counseling.
If you can't find something to do, maybe you can get something together for next time!
If your parents are living in Franklin, do they utilize the Senior Center (assuming they qualify by being over 60). If they don't use the Senior Center, I would be curious to understand why.
The first page alone covers activities from the Men's Club, to having your hearing screened, to card games, to driver training, and to credit counseling.
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If you can't find something to do, maybe you can get something together for next time!
If your parents are living in Franklin, do they utilize the Senior Center (assuming they qualify by being over 60). If they don't use the Senior Center, I would be curious to understand why.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
School Committee Mtg 08/25/09
The collection of live reporting posts from the School Committee meeting on Tuesday, August 25th can be found here:
- Live reporting - closing items
- Live reporting - Superintendents report
- Live reporting - Action items
- live reporting - budget transfers, School Business...
- Live reporting - discussion only items
- Live reporting - District Improvement Plan
- Live reporting - presentations: legal update
- Live reporting - Presentations
- Live reporting - School Committee
In the News - town/gown coordination, foster children
Dean to work with Franklin schools on new degree program
from The Milford Daily News News RSS byThis was covered in the live reporting from the School Committee meeting on August 25th here
All of the topics covered at the School Committee meeting can be found here
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Spreading warmth to foster children
from The Milford Daily News Homepage RSS byDON’T DRINK THE WATER!
A Powerful Presentation on How to Stay Safe During Water Emergencies
Geoff Ventura, Environmentalist and Owner of Green Solutions, will be hosting two FREE presentations on the Water Emergencies, and what the public can do to protect themselves in the future.
Presentations will be held Saturday, August 29 at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday, September 2 at 6:30 p.m. at Milford High School, Milford, MA.
The presentations will examine:
Call 617.328.6300 for reservations as space is limited.
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Green Solutions was founded in 2008 to provide consumers with safe, eco-friendly products for every day living. Green Solutions is a “sister company” to WholeBody Solutions, a holistic wellness center founded by Dr. Ann Doggett, D.C., L.D.N in 1989.
www.wholebodysolutions.org
For more information on this topic or to schedule an interview with Geoff Ventura, please call Maggie Ryan Flaherty at 617.328.6300 or e-mail Maggie at Maggie@wholebodysolutions.org
Geoff Ventura, Environmentalist and Owner of Green Solutions, will be hosting two FREE presentations on the Water Emergencies, and what the public can do to protect themselves in the future.
Presentations will be held Saturday, August 29 at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday, September 2 at 6:30 p.m. at Milford High School, Milford, MA.
The presentations will examine:
- Micro-organisms in your water (viruses, bacteria, parasites)
- Chemicals in your water (chlorine, chloramines, pesticides)
- Heavy metals in your water (lead, arsenic, mercury)
- Brita Systems, Ionization, Reserve Osmosis Systems
- Affordable water purification systems for homes and businesses
Call 617.328.6300 for reservations as space is limited.
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Green Solutions was founded in 2008 to provide consumers with safe, eco-friendly products for every day living. Green Solutions is a “sister company” to WholeBody Solutions, a holistic wellness center founded by Dr. Ann Doggett, D.C., L.D.N in 1989.
www.wholebodysolutions.org
For more information on this topic or to schedule an interview with Geoff Ventura, please call Maggie Ryan Flaherty at 617.328.6300 or e-mail Maggie at Maggie@wholebodysolutions.org
Community Health Council 9/3/09
The next meeting of the Community Health Council will be held on September 3, 2009. They will meet from 6:30 - 8:00 PM in the Municipal Building in the 3rd floor training room.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Live reporting - closing items
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports - none
School Committee Liaison Reports - none
6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.
An update on the facilities work done in the District during the summer. Yes, it will be ready for a future meeting.
7. Executive Session
Contractual Negotiations - motion to enter, not to return
8. Adjourn
School Committee Liaison Reports - none
6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.
An update on the facilities work done in the District during the summer. Yes, it will be ready for a future meeting.
7. Executive Session
Contractual Negotiations - motion to enter, not to return
8. Adjourn
Live reporting - Superintendents report
5. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
A - we are awaiting our last acceptance of one teacher that we are hoping they will show up for orientation
Q - These are teachers that are new to the district
A - Yes, they are recalls, or backfills, we have had more turn over than we thought we would. I also heard of one more retirement today but have not seen the paperwork for that yet.
Superintendent’s Report
- Dean College Partnership - covered earlier
- District Improvement Plan - covered earlier
- Personnel - new personnel orientations starting tomorrow
- District calendar - looked at the overall district time lines, others will be filled in as the year progresses
- Coordinated Program Review - meeting on Sep 10th to begin the orientation of the State review. More details will be available at that time, it will consume us for the next six months
- Annual Town Report - completed and submitted
A - we are awaiting our last acceptance of one teacher that we are hoping they will show up for orientation
Q - These are teachers that are new to the district
A - Yes, they are recalls, or backfills, we have had more turn over than we thought we would. I also heard of one more retirement today but have not seen the paperwork for that yet.
Live reporting - Action items
4. Action Items
- I recommend approval of the Budget Transfers as detailed. Motion to accept - passed 6-0
- I recommend acceptance of the FHS Class of 2009 Gift of four large screen televisions for disseminating school-wide announcements at the FHS. Motion to accept - passed 6-0
- I recommend approval of the District Improvement Plan (DIP) as detailed. Motion to accept - passed 6-0
live reporting - budget transfers, School Business Administrator review
Budget transfer
One question on budget transfers, the $7K was for the purchase of software to eventually move to a paperless check process for all the school employees. The purchase has been made, training is scheduled for later in September.
School Business Administrator review
Miriam has been here for a year now and has done an excellent job. The automation in place and on the planning cycle.
161 parents have registered 171 students and have deposited 10,170 dollars for student lunches in the first 2 days of operation.
Armenio - to reiterate what Sue had said earlier. You have brought much needed credibility back to the schools.
Roy - you have been great in answer questions, if you don't know, you says so and then get the answer. I hear from others within the Town Hall of your good work. Thank you for that on behalf of the community.
Sabolinski - She was here 10 days and she presented the budget to the Town Council. She had such a command of the budget, it was amazing.
One question on budget transfers, the $7K was for the purchase of software to eventually move to a paperless check process for all the school employees. The purchase has been made, training is scheduled for later in September.
School Business Administrator review
Miriam has been here for a year now and has done an excellent job. The automation in place and on the planning cycle.
161 parents have registered 171 students and have deposited 10,170 dollars for student lunches in the first 2 days of operation.
Armenio - to reiterate what Sue had said earlier. You have brought much needed credibility back to the schools.
Roy - you have been great in answer questions, if you don't know, you says so and then get the answer. I hear from others within the Town Hall of your good work. Thank you for that on behalf of the community.
Sabolinski - She was here 10 days and she presented the budget to the Town Council. She had such a command of the budget, it was amazing.
Live reporting - discussion only items
3. Discussion Only Items
Policy - First Readings – (covered in section with legal counsel earlier in the meeting)
Policy - First Readings – (covered in section with legal counsel earlier in the meeting)
- GBAB Acceptable Use Policy
- GBAB-E1 Acceptable Use Agreement 6-12
- GBAB-E2 Acceptable Use Agreement K-5
- JT Electronic Device Policy
- JU Electronic Communication Policy
Live reporting - District Improvement Plan
c. District Improvement Plan
Left to Right in the photo are Maureen Sabolinski, Michele Kingsland-Smith and Sally Winslow.
The current plan as reviewed during the meeting is attached:
The plan this year was developed with the Strategic Plan in mind. Next year, there will be a formal team effort reflecting input from across the district to develop the update for this plan.
The Annual Yearly Performance (AYP) is increasing.
Student learning objectives are outlined to monitor the achievement.
Reading specialists worked to identify data points for students at specific levels across the district.
Looking at a Colorado growth model that will provide some data on the cohort growth rather than just data points from the test scores.
Based upon a look at the predictive data piloted with the State, the data helped to drive some staffing decisions.
- Maureen Sabolinski
- Sally Winslow
- Michele Kingsland-Smith
Left to Right in the photo are Maureen Sabolinski, Michele Kingsland-Smith and Sally Winslow.
The current plan as reviewed during the meeting is attached:
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The plan this year was developed with the Strategic Plan in mind. Next year, there will be a formal team effort reflecting input from across the district to develop the update for this plan.
The Annual Yearly Performance (AYP) is increasing.
Student learning objectives are outlined to monitor the achievement.
Reading specialists worked to identify data points for students at specific levels across the district.
Looking at a Colorado growth model that will provide some data on the cohort growth rather than just data points from the test scores.
Based upon a look at the predictive data piloted with the State, the data helped to drive some staffing decisions.
Live reporting - presentations: legal update
b. Legal Update
A - Cyber bullying has become a big concern, an increase in harassment amongst students. Schools are including cyber bullying in with harassment to allow the schools to handle them. The case law is fairly grey, it is still evolving.
Q - Can you give a sense of some of the type of incidents that you have seen?
A - Several instances of one student texting photos to other students. Student setting up a false Facebook account. Thes ethings are happening outside of school but it comes back into the school as that is where the folks are talking about it.
Q - Electronic communications was one where I had the most concern. The line "staff teachers, coaches shall not respond to text messages from students". I was uncomfortable with something that potentially we would be in violation of. Social media is happening, how can we move that way appropriately and not prohibit it.
A - Inappropriate conduct starts with friending on Facebook.
Q - We need to figure out a way
A - if the teacher is acting as an agent of the school, it could be view by law as such, but the site is not under control of the district. I would be concerned with the boundary violations. Could have a retention issue with student/teacher communications.
Great discussion - will add the recording of this later as this is not being resolved tonight but will continue to be worked out over time.
- Paige Tobin
A - Cyber bullying has become a big concern, an increase in harassment amongst students. Schools are including cyber bullying in with harassment to allow the schools to handle them. The case law is fairly grey, it is still evolving.
Q - Can you give a sense of some of the type of incidents that you have seen?
A - Several instances of one student texting photos to other students. Student setting up a false Facebook account. Thes ethings are happening outside of school but it comes back into the school as that is where the folks are talking about it.
Q - Electronic communications was one where I had the most concern. The line "staff teachers, coaches shall not respond to text messages from students". I was uncomfortable with something that potentially we would be in violation of. Social media is happening, how can we move that way appropriately and not prohibit it.
A - Inappropriate conduct starts with friending on Facebook.
Q - We need to figure out a way
A - if the teacher is acting as an agent of the school, it could be view by law as such, but the site is not under control of the district. I would be concerned with the boundary violations. Could have a retention issue with student/teacher communications.
Great discussion - will add the recording of this later as this is not being resolved tonight but will continue to be worked out over time.
Live reporting - Dean College
2. Guests/Presentations
a. Dean College Community Partnership
The presentation document Renee talked to:
Looking to target some high school students, parents of all students across the district, and potentially any professional staff that would like to obtain an Associate Degree.
looking for future offering on the Dean Campus for continuing educational and professional development. It could save some travel time for the teachers instead of going to Bridgewater St, Framingham St or elsewhere.
Dean also uses Moodle which is now being used in the Franklin Schools.
This presentation is one option of many to bring the town-gown relationship closer.
a. Dean College Community Partnership
- Renee Danho, Dean of Continuing Studies
The presentation document Renee talked to:
Franklin Public Schools - PROgram
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Looking to target some high school students, parents of all students across the district, and potentially any professional staff that would like to obtain an Associate Degree.
looking for future offering on the Dean Campus for continuing educational and professional development. It could save some travel time for the teachers instead of going to Bridgewater St, Framingham St or elsewhere.
Dean also uses Moodle which is now being used in the Franklin Schools.
This presentation is one option of many to bring the town-gown relationship closer.
Live reporting - School Committee
Attending: Armenio, Cafasso, Mullen, Roy, Rohrbach, Trahan
Missing: Kelly
1. Routine Business
Missing: Kelly
1. Routine Business
- Citizen’s Comments - none
- Review of Agenda - add review of School Business Administrator as last of Discussion only items
- Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the August 11, 2009 School Committee Meeting. Motion to Approve - Passed 5-0 1 abstain
- Payment of Bills - Mr. Kelly
- Payroll - Ms. Armenio
- FHS Student Representatives
- Correspondence: none
Core values (video)
Spend less than ten minutes to view this video by Amanda Baggs.
The core values of the Franklin Public Schools were just revised to be expressed as follows:
Student Achievement
All students are entitled to academic excellence, appropriate facilities and quality materials and instruction.
Social / Civic Expectations
Students will become engaged, responsible citizens who respect the dignity and diversity of all individuals and cultures.
School Climate
Through our words and our actions, we create a culture of civility, thoughtfulness, appreciation and approachability.
School / Community Relationships
An active commitment among family, community and schools is vital to student learning.
Community Resources for Learning
We partner with all members of the community to exchange ideas, solve problems and build a comprehensive educational experience.
My viewpoint in the video is that of an autistic person. But the message is far broader than autistic people. It is about what kinds of communication and language and people we consider real and which ones we do not. It applies to people with severe cognitive or physical disabilities, autistic people, signing deaf people, the kid in school who finds she is not taken seriously as a student because she does not know a lot of English, and even the cat who gets treated like a living stuffed animal and not a creature with her own thoughts to communicate. It applies to anybody who gets written off because their communication is too unusual.For more on Amanda Baggs check out this wikipedia entry
The core values of the Franklin Public Schools were just revised to be expressed as follows:
Student Achievement
All students are entitled to academic excellence, appropriate facilities and quality materials and instruction.
Social / Civic Expectations
Students will become engaged, responsible citizens who respect the dignity and diversity of all individuals and cultures.
School Climate
Through our words and our actions, we create a culture of civility, thoughtfulness, appreciation and approachability.
School / Community Relationships
An active commitment among family, community and schools is vital to student learning.
Community Resources for Learning
We partner with all members of the community to exchange ideas, solve problems and build a comprehensive educational experience.
Yard Sale - Franklin Odd Fellows
The Franklin Odd Fellows will be hosting a Yard Sale at 330 West Central St. at the Odd Fellows Lodge property. Date will be August 30, 2009 and the time will be 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
What: Yard Sale
Where: Franklin Odd Fellows
When: August 30th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
What: Yard Sale
Where: Franklin Odd Fellows
When: August 30th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
School Opening Info
Need to see the bus schedules?
You can find them on the Franklin Public School's web page here (PDF)
What is the kindergarten schedule?
You will be notified in a letter as to your first day of kindergarten. The beginning of the alphabet will be on Tuesday and the end of the alphabet will be Wednesday. All kindergarten students first full day together will be Friday.
Why the split schedule for kindergarten?
This schedule helps to ease the new students into the kindergarten routine.
What does the full school calendar look like?
Check out the Franklin Public School's web page here (PDF)
Questions?
Check Central Office's website for answers on multiple topics.
Check each school web page for information.
If your question isn't answered there, please contact your students school.
You can find them on the Franklin Public School's web page here (PDF)
What is the kindergarten schedule?
- Orientation at each elementary school on Sep 1
- 1/2 the class comes to school on Sep 2
- The other 1/2 of the class comes to school on Sep 3
- The full class comes to school on Sep 4
You will be notified in a letter as to your first day of kindergarten. The beginning of the alphabet will be on Tuesday and the end of the alphabet will be Wednesday. All kindergarten students first full day together will be Friday.
Why the split schedule for kindergarten?
This schedule helps to ease the new students into the kindergarten routine.
What does the full school calendar look like?
Check out the Franklin Public School's web page here (PDF)
Questions?
Check Central Office's website for answers on multiple topics.
Check each school web page for information.
If your question isn't answered there, please contact your students school.
Monday, August 24, 2009
SAMPLE A TASTE OF THE REGION
Sample the variety of delicacies offered from around the region at The United Regional Chamber of Commerce’s annual Taste of the Region event. This fun-filled food festival features an eclectic mix of more than twenty restaurants serving dishes sure to tease everyone's taste buds. Enjoy wonderful music and bid on exciting items in a silent auction.
The Taste of the Region is on Oct. 27 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin.
Tickets are available now at The United Regional Chamber offices and cost $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Call 508-528-2800, 508-222-0801 or 508-695-6011 for more information.
The United Regional Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, business support organization with offices in Attleboro, North Attleborough and Franklin, serving the communities of Attleboro, Bellingham, Blackstone, Foxborough, Franklin, Mansfield, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Norton, Plainville, Rehoboth, Seekonk and Wrentham.
School Committee - Agenda - 8/25/09
Call to order Mr. Roy
Pledge of Allegiance
Moment of Silence
1. Routine Business
2. Guests/Presentations
a. Dean College Community Partnership
3. Discussion Only Items
Budget to Actual
Policy - First Readings –
4. Action Items
5. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
School Committee Liaison Reports
6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.
7. Executive Session
Contractual Negotiations
8. Adjourn
Pledge of Allegiance
Moment of Silence
1. Routine Business
- Citizen’s Comments
- Review of Agenda
- Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the August 11, 2009 School Committee Meeting.
- Payment of Bills - Mr. Kelly
- Payroll - Ms. Armenio
- FHS Student Representatives
- Correspondence: none
2. Guests/Presentations
a. Dean College Community Partnership
- Renee Danho, Dean of Continuing Studies
- Paige Tobin / MaryJo Reedy
- Maureen Sabolinski
- Sally Winslow
- Michele Kingsland-Smith
3. Discussion Only Items
Budget to Actual
Policy - First Readings –
- GBAB Acceptable Use Policy
- GBAB-E1 Acceptable Use Agreement 6-12
- GBAB-E2 Acceptable Use Agreement K-5
- JT Electronic Device Policy
- JU Electronic Communication Policy
4. Action Items
- I recommend approval of the Budget Transfers as detailed.
- I recommend acceptance of the FHS Class of 2009 Gift of four large screen televisions for disseminating school-wide announcements at the FHS.
- I recommend approval of the District Improvement Plan (DIP) as detailed.
5. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
- Dean College Partnership
- District Improvement Plan
- Personnel
- Coordinated Program Review
- Annual Town Report
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
School Committee Liaison Reports
6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.
7. Executive Session
Contractual Negotiations
8. Adjourn
In the News - FHS discipline
There is s School Committee meeting on Tuesday, August 25 at 7:00 PM. The item that the Milford Daily News carries today comes from the School Committee meeting on August 11th.
You can find the complete meeting notes for August 11th here
You can find the complete meeting notes for August 11th here
Alternative discipline program to be used at Franklin High
from The Milford Daily News Homepage RSS bySunday, August 23, 2009
In the Globe - Development effort
State helps towns push development
Bryan Taberner didn’t waste time waiting for an economic recovery to put Franklin on a path to bolster its commercial tax base.Helen Keller/Anne Sullivan - video clip
With the Keller-Sullivan School complex in our midst, finding this video clip of Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan from the 1930's is a treat.
Enjoy!
Hat tip to @Starbucker and the folks at BoingBoing.net for sharing this treasure.
Enjoy!
Hat tip to @Starbucker and the folks at BoingBoing.net for sharing this treasure.
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