Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Apr 29, 2014

Vision Statement
The Franklin Public Schools will foster within its students the knowledge and skills to find and achieve satisfaction in life as productive global citizens.

AGENDA
"The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law."

1. Routine Business
Franklin Public Schools
Franklin Public Schools

Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the April 8, 2014 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Clement
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: none

2. Guests/Presentations
a. Jefferson Update – Linda Ashley
b. FHS Update – Peter Light
c. Alumni Survey

3. Action Items
a. I recommend approval of transfers as detailed.
b. I recommend acceptance of the donation of a Casio Celviano AP-45 Digital Piano (valued at approximately $250.00) from Doug and Laura Newton for the FPS Music Program.
c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $282.66 from Wells Fargo for in-house enrichment at FHS.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $6.00 from Hannaford Supermarkets for in-house enrichment at ECDC.
e. I recommend acceptance of a check for $258.31 from Follett Educational Services for supplemental curriculum materials for Jefferson Elementary School.
f. I recommend approval of the recurring field trip request of Nancy Schoen to take music students to Canobie Lake Park in Salem New Hampshire on June 13, 2014 as detailed.
g. I recommend approval of the request of Beth Wittcoff to take students to see a Pawtucket Red Sox game in RI on June 10, 2014 as detailed.
h. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,300.00 from the Keller PCC for in-house enrichment at Keller Elementary.
i. I recommend acceptance of a check for $836.50 from the Davis Thayer PCC for field trips.
j. I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,000.00 from the ASMS PCC for Supplies at ASMS.

4. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
School Committee Liaison Reports

5. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.

6. Adjourn

Elks Care Elks Share 5K Road Race/Walk - May 10

The Second Annual
Elks Care Elks Share 5K Road Race - Walk
to benefit the
Franklin Food Pantry and Wounded Warrior Project


SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2014
FRANKLIN ELKS
1077 Pond Street
FRANKLIN, MASSACHUSETTS

Registration: 9:00 AM Start: 10:00 AM

Help support the Franklin Food Pantry and Wounded Warrior Project


Franklin Food Pantry
Franklin Food Pantry

· Post race refreshments, giveaways, raffles, and prizes
· T-SHIRTS available to runners that register online. While supply lasts.
· REGISTER NOW to get your T-SHIRT!!!






· Run or Walk Route - 5K loop of paved roads
Wounded Warrior Project
Wounded Warrior Project
· Awards given to top three male and female finishers in each age group
· Professional Race Timing by RaceWire
· Giveaways, raffles, and prizes









Video of the race start from May 2012:




Online registration fee $25.00 https://www.franklinelks5k.racewire.com

More info on Web Site http://franklinelks5k.com/

Follow us http://www.facebook.com/FranklinElksAnnual5K

Tastebuds Fresh Marketplace says: "Thanks to All"


Hi Steve, 
Thanks for all of your support for Tastebuds Fresh Marketplace Grand Opening last Saturday. It was a complete success.  
If you could mention in your blog, Donna and I would like to thank the people of Franklin who have graciously welcomed us to the community and participated beyond our expectation during our grand opening celebration. We look forward to being of service for many years to come. 
Dave and Donna Lanni

Tastebuds Fresh Marketplace508 631 3984

Tastebuds Fresh Marketplace
Tastebuds Fresh Marketplace

Related posts:
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/03/tastebuds-fresh-marketplace-now-open.html

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/04/tastebuds-fresh-marketplace-grand.html

Franklin Downtown Partnership Hires Communications Coordinator


Franklin Downtown Partnership
Franklin Downtown Partnership
The Franklin Downtown Partnership recently hired Terri Frank as the non-profit organization's Communications Coordinator. Frank, a resident of Franklin, has worked as a volunteer for the Partnership for the past five years. 
In addition to her PR and website responsibilities, her new duties will include acting as Coordinator for the new Franklin Map/Brochure, which will be published early this summer. She will also be the Crafter Chairperson for the FDP's Harvest Festival, set for October 5. 
Terri Frank can be reached at terrifrank1@gmail.com.

Update: Remington/Jefferson Exterior

An update from the Facilities Dept via Town Administrator Jeff Nutting regarding the exterior photos of the Remington/Jefferson school building that were shared here on Sunday:

-Steve 
As a followup to your pictures the other day about the water at the RJ please see memo from Facilities

thanks
jeff

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

Hi Jeff, 
Mike and I walked the entire exterior of Rem/Jeff. As pictured in Franklin Matters, there are a number of areas where water sheds from the roof onto the brick and leaves a staining of moss/mold. Fortunately, this mold is exterior and not capable of penetrating the interior of the building. However, it does leave an unsightly appearance on the affected areas. For some reason, the roof was designed to shed water as it currently does.As the weather changes and gets warmer, the brick will begin to dry out and the staining will become less noticeable. We will power wash the brick. 
Thanks 
Dana



While waling Sunday also in rain but much lighter, I snapped these photos of Parmenter and Davis Thayer. Both of these buildings have the roof extending over the building wall a good 10-12 inches. As indicated in Dana's email, that appears to be the 'root' cause.


Parmenter roof showing the overhang
Parmenter roof showing the overhang
Davis Thayer roof showing the overhang
Davis Thayer roof showing the overhang


Monday, April 28, 2014

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - May 1, 2014 (FY 2015 budget hearing and vote)


A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

B. ANNOUNCEMENTS – This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by Franklin Matters.

C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS

D. CITIZEN COMMENTS

E. APPOINTMENTS

F. HEARINGS
- 7:10 PM Budget: FY 2015 Budget Hearing – 2nd Reading

G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS

H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS

I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS

J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 14-31: Adoption of FY 2015 Budget

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

Franklin Municipal Building - 355 East Central St
Franklin Municipal Building - 355 East Central St
The documents as released for this agenda can be found on the official Franklin webpage here
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2014/050114.pdf

or here



Franklin's Community Gardens - ready for growing

In the rain Saturday, I stopped by the Community Garden. It was quiet and empty. Signs of preparation for the growing season were around.

Franklin Community Gardens
Franklin Community Gardens

worthy caution
worthy caution

garden beds ready for planting
garden beds ready for planting

garden beds ready for planting
garden beds ready for planting - 2

rain barrel and shed
rain barrel and shed

Fresh mulch was added. It ha snot completely been spread out yet so some piles remain.

For additional info on the community gardens, visit their page on the Franklin website
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_BComm/garden

From their section of the Annual Report
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/annual-report-2013-community-garden.html

Where are the community gardens?
In the King St Memorial Field

Baseball: Franklin tops King Phillip 11-3


Franklin (4-4) scored nine runs in the final two innings, including an eight-run explosion in the top of the seventh, to come from behind and pick up a big 11-3 win over Kelley-Rex rival King Philip (4-6) on Sunday in Wrentham. 
Panthers pitcher Zane Byrne, making his first start of the season, gave up three runs on four hits in the bottom of the first but settled down and finished with six scoreless innings allowing only one more hit and three more base runners. 
Franklin High School Panthers
Franklin High School Panthers
“We were fighting against ourselves early and Zane was a little excited in his first start and was a little off, but I was really proud of how he and the team settled in, righted the ship, and started to play good baseball,” said Franklin coach Zach Brown. “It was a much-needed win against a high quality opponent.”

Read the full article in Hockomock Sports
http://www.hockomocksports.com/1/post/2014/04/byrne-franklin-rally-for-division-win-at-king-philip.html


Sunday, April 27, 2014

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Apr 30, 2014


A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

B. ANNOUNCEMENTS – This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by Franklin Matters.

C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS

D. CITIZEN COMMENTS

E. APPOINTMENTS

F. HEARINGS
- 7:10 PM Budget: FY 2015 Budget Hearing – 1st Reading

G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS

H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS

I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS

J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 14-26: Establishment of a Council on Aging Senior Center Activities Program Revolving Account for Fiscal Year 2015.
2. Resolution 14-27 Establishment of a Use of Facilities Account for Fiscal Year 2015
3. Resolution 14-28: Establishment of a Council on Aging Supportive Day Program Revolving Account for Fiscal Year 2015.
4. Resolution 14-29: Establishment of a Fire Department Fire Rescue Training Revolving Account For Fiscal Year 2015.
5. Resolution 14-30: Salary Schedule Full Time Elected Officials

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

Franklin Municipal Building - 355 East Central St
Franklin Municipal Building - 355 East Central St

The documents released for this meeting agenda can be found on the official Franklin webpage here
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2014/043014.pdf

or here


new kind of 'green' ?? - (photo essay)

While walking in the rain on Saturday, I was able to capture some photos of the Remington Jefferson building. Some parts of the building remained dry in the light rain. Some parts did not.

back side of building (gym)
back side of building (gym)


facing the Jefferson playground area
facing the Jefferson playground area


close up of the window sill and below show in the photo above
close up of the window sill and below show in the photo above


wet corner, close up it is ugly
wet corner, close up it is ugly (see below)
close up of the wet corner
close up of the wet corner

Jefferson side of building
Jefferson side of building


as good as water is, it does cause damage
as good as water is, it does cause damage

4th Annual Franklin & Bellingham SNETT Road Race 5k Run, 1 or 3 Mile Walk

Help the Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Committee and get in some exercise at the same time.

When:  Saturday, May 3  10:00 AM 
Where: 431 Washington St 
Register:  http://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/race/register

4th Annual Franklin & Bellingham SNETT Road Race
4th Annual Franklin & Bellingham SNETT Road Race


Google map for the race location (former Putnam property)




Saturday, April 26, 2014

Indian Rock (video)

On my walk I diverged to explore what I believe is Indian Rock. It is supposed to be located off Jordan Road and off Indian Lane. Further off Indian Lane, there is another side street that according to Google maps is called King Phillip Road. (There is no street sign on the corner however.) At the end of this cul-de-sac, there are well worn trails to the rock.

looking down from Indian Rock
looking down from Indian Rock


looking up to Indian Rock
looking up to Indian Rock








Warren Reynolds posted about his visit to Indian Rock here
http://www.02038.com/2008/12/indian-rock-franklin-ma/


For Franklin parents (video)

In this TED Talk, Jennifer Senior says:
"We are now so anxious to protect our kids from the world's ugliness that we now shield them from "Sesame Street." I wish I could say I was kidding about this, but if you go out and you buy the first few episodes of "Sesame Street" on DVD, as I did out of nostalgia, you will find a warning at the beginning saying that the content is not suitable for children. (Laughter) Can I just repeat that? The content of the original "Sesame Street" is not suitable for children."



For the full transcript of Jennifer's talk
http://www.ted.com/talks/jennifer_senior_for_parents_happiness_is_a_very_high_bar/transcript

All Joy and No Fun
All Joy and No Fun

Who is Jennifer? 
Maybe you have read her articles in New York Magazine or perhaps her new book "All Joy and No Fun"
http://www.ted.com/speakers/jennifer_senior

Downtown Partnership - Networking Luncheon - May 2


Networking Luncheon 
Friday, May 2nd 1:00 pm 
Franklin Downtown Partnership
Franklin Downtown Partnership
Dean College Dining Hall$6.50 
Come enjoy meeting other Franklin Downtown Partnership members 
Please e-mail Joel Carrara at jcarrara@printsmartoffice.com

Friday, April 25, 2014

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 4/25/14 - THU 5/1/14

FRI 4/25   9am-11:30am   DCR Healthy Heart Trail with Franklin YMCA
FRI 4/25   6:30pm   Art Night Uncorked - Franklin Art Center

SAT 4/26   10am-2pm   Prescription Drug Take-Back, Franklin PD
SAT 4/26   11am-2pm   Tastebuds Fresh Marketplace Grand Opening Celebration
SAT 4/26   8pm   Concert: Zoe Lewis with Heather Pierson, First Universalist Society Franklin

SUN 4/27   4pm-6pm   Ice Skating Fundraiser for Relay For Life, Pirelli Arena in Franklin

MON 4/28   3:30pm   iStories at Franklin Public Library
MON 4/28   7pm   Planning Board Meeting, Franklin Municipal Building
MON 4/28   7pm   Library Board Meeting, Franklin Public Library

TUE 4/29   7pm   School Committee Meeting, Franklin Municipal Building

WED 4/30   4pm-8pm   FSPA Open House
WED 4/30   6:30pm   Estate Planning Basics Workshop, Tri-County RVTHS
WED 4/30   7pm   Town Council Budget Hearings, Franklin Municipal Building

THU 5/1   8:30am   Downtown Partnership Meeting, Dean College Campus Center
THU 5/1   7pm   Town Council Budget Hearings, Franklin Municipal Building

NOTE: Earth Day Clean Up in Franklin is rescheduled to Saturday, May 3rd due to expected rain.

For more details on above events click HERE and select the event of interest.

*If you have any suggestions or events for the calendar, please email Renata@BetterLivingRE.com