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| underbrush cut back |
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| power line view |
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| new utility poles ready for use |
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
Power line utility work starting
On one of my 'reporting by walking around' excursions, I found that some of the shrubs and underbrush have been trimmed back to provide access to the power lines. Several utility poles are placed nearby. Whether they are adding poles or doing maintenance by replacing older poles with new ones, is not known at this time.
The poles are on the open space at the corner of Summer and King streets.
Monday, May 26, 2014
Memorial Day Benediction
The following is the benediction I will be giving at the War Memorial on the Franklin Town Common on Monday May 26th at the end of the Memorial Day Parade and the ceremony held at the Town Memorial to all the veterans of all the Wars to keep our country free.
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| Franklin World War I memorial - May 2009 |
Benediction
O Eternal Father in heaven, God of Mercy and love, we beg you to protect our loved ones who are fighting in defense of our country which we love so much.
Stretch out your protecting arm over all our men and women serving our great nation.
We implore you to have welcomed all who gave of the ultimate sacrifice into your heavenly presence.
Give our military now serving the courage to face the enemy that threatens the safety and well being of ALL your children around the globe, help them to overcome the powers of darkness that cause so much world strife.
O creator of all things, we beseech you to watch over the souls and bodies of all who are exposed to the horrors of war and the spiritual dangers that accompany it. Bless them and take care of them.
When they are lonely, let them know that you are near them.
If they are tired, give them strength. If they are wounded, give them comfort.
Bless them with faith and trust in you and bring them back to their family and friends who love them so dearly.
May you hasten the day when all your children will know a time of peace and brotherhood toward all.
AMEN
Pax et Bonum
Peace and All God's Goodness be with you
Rev. Fr. Bob Johnnene OFD
Mission Saints Sergius and Bacchus
Divine Mercy Old Catholic Parish
Independent Catholic Church of the Americas
Link to Fr. Bob's Weekly TV show
http://www.youtube.com/user/RevBobJohn
Our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FriarBobJohn
Mission Web Site www.missionstsergius.org
Franciscan Web Site www.franciscansdivinemercy.org
ICCA Seminary Link http://www.iccamericas.org/seminary/
Diocese Office: http://stjosephcupertino.com/index.html
Peace and All God's Goodness be with you
Rev. Fr. Bob Johnnene OFD
Mission Saints Sergius and Bacchus
Divine Mercy Old Catholic Parish
Independent Catholic Church of the Americas
Link to Fr. Bob's Weekly TV show
http://www.youtube.com/user/RevBobJohn
Our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FriarBobJohn
Mission Web Site www.missionstsergius.org
Franciscan Web Site www.franciscansdivinemercy.org
ICCA Seminary Link http://www.iccamericas.org/seminary/
Diocese Office: http://stjosephcupertino.com/index.html
Town Common looking good
When walking around this weekend I got to see that the Town Common was getting spiffed up. The lawns were being cut Saturday morning. Fresh mulch had been placed around the monuments and trees. It could have been a result of the DPW or the Downtown Partnership 'Beautification Day' efforts, either way it looks good.
The Memorial Day parade will finish at the Town Common with a service about noon time.
The full parade route can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/05/memorial-day-parade-route.html
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| fresh mulch around the trees and monuments |
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| Union St sidewalk lined with trees |
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| The World War I 'dough boy' keeps an eye on the monuments |
The full parade route can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/05/memorial-day-parade-route.html
Downtown red, white and blue
Thanks to the Franklin Downtown Partnership and a host of volunteers for decorating and planting this year. The mix of red, white and blue flowers hopefully will grow healthy and colorfully this year.
Additional photos from the Beautification Day can be found on the Downtown Partnership page
http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/2014/05/downtown-in-bloom.html
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| planter along railroad bridge railing |
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| planter along railroad bridge railing 1 |
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| planter along railroad bridge railing 2 |
Additional photos from the Beautification Day can be found on the Downtown Partnership page
http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/2014/05/downtown-in-bloom.html
With June comes hurricane season
The MA.GOV blog has info on preparation for hurricane season. The checklist of what to do now to avoid last minute problems.
The best time to prepare for a hurricane is well before you hear warnings on the radio. Hurricane Preparedness Week, May 25-31, is a time to get ready for whatever comes your way when New England hurricane season hits June 1 through November 30.
...Continue Reading Get Ready in the Calm before the Storm: Hurricane Preparedness
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| ma.gov web site |
Sunday, May 25, 2014
Memorial Day - Parade Route
- Parade begins at the Historical Museum on West Central Street at 10:45.
- Departs museum eastbound on West Central Street to Clark Square (the railroad overpass) at the junction of West Central and Main Streets.
- North on Main Street through the center of town to the Dean College gate where the parade will delay for a wreath laying at the Dean Memorial.
- North on Main to the corner of Main and School Street; then west on School Street to Union Street.
- South on Union Street to the corner of West Central and Union, turning west on West Central Street.
- Delay at Union Street Cemetery for a memorial, then continuing west on West Central Street to Beaver Street.
- East on Beaver Street to Saint Mary’s Cemetery where the parade will delay for another memorial.
- East on Beaver from Saint Mary’s Cemetery to the Town Common where the parade will terminate at approximately 12:00 noon
- Memorial Service will be held at the Town Common following the parade
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| BFCCPS marching band from the parade in 2013 |
You can download and print the route from this file
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - May 27
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."
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| Franklin Public Schools |
1. Routine Business
Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the May 13, 2014
School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Clement
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: none
2. Guests/Presentations
a. Davis Thayer Update – Evemarie McNeil
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczaTVwb0VVeDhuTW8/edit?usp=sharing
b. Keller Update – Julie Vincentsen
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczWk1uazZvQWQtMkk/edit?usp=sharing
c. MKEA – Joyce Edwards
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczVjFQVGRubjd0TVk/edit?usp=sharing
3. Discussion Only Items
a. Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan – Sally Winslow
b. New Policy – Second Readings
1. GBADA – Fingerprint-Based Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) Checks Made for Non-Criminal Justice Purposes.c. Policy Elimination – Second Readings
2. CB – School Superintendent
1. CBC – Superintendents Powers and Responsibilities
2. BDC – Appointed Committee Officials
4. Action Items
a. I recommend approval of budget transfers as detailed.
b. I recommend acceptance of checks totaling: $405.00 in memory of Joseph DeNapoli as follows:
1. Mary Picht - $50.00c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $4,438.50 from the Davis Thayer PCC for field trips.
2. Judith and Carl Beckett and Charles and Jo Dierling - $50.00
3. Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Rivolla - $50.00
4. Lois M. Scott - $25.00
5. Barbara Houston - $100.00
6. Mary Tarallo - $30.00
7. Paul and Judith Badavas - $50.00
8. Elizabeth Vassiliou - $50.00
d. I recommend adopting Policy GBADA – Fingerprint-Based Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) Checks Made for Non-Criminal Justice Purposes as discussed.
e. I recommend adopting Policy CB – School Superintendent as discussed.
f. I recommend elimination of Policy CBC – Superintendents Powers and Responsibilities as discussed.
g. I recommend elimination of Policy BDC – Appointed Committee Officials as discussed.
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
Note: additional information on the Mass Kindergarten Early Assessment can be found here
http://www.mass.gov/edu/birth-grade-12/early-education-and-care/mkea/
Mandatory Water Conservation Measures - June 2
Mandatory Water Conservation Measures
EFFECTIVE MONDAY JUNE 2, 2014
LAWN WATERING IS RESTRICTED TO ONE DAY PER WEEK ON TRASH DAY
- No lawn watering between the hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- No holiday delays for watering
- No lawn watering is permitted on other days of the week
See Town website for details = Water Conservation Information
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| Upper Union St water tower - Jun 2013 |
Franklin is BioReady(R): Franklin now Platinum-rated community for biotech
The Town of Franklin has improved its zoning bylaws, building codes and other business and industry-related criteria to raise its BioReady® ranking from Gold to Platinum, signifying Franklin's readiness to work with biotechnology companies interested in locating there.
"We are very excited to see Franklin reach the Platinum level of BioReadiness®," said Robert K. Coughlin, President and CEO of MassBio. "Franklin has proved its commitment to facilitating innovation and supporting industry growth in Massachusetts.""The Town of Franklin is honored to be a Platinum level BioReady® Community, and is very appreciative to the Massachusetts Biotechnology Council for the recognition," said Jeffery Nutting, Franklin's Town Administrator. "This award signifies the success of Franklin Town Council's continued efforts to promote a higher level of investment in the Town's industrial areas, increase employment options for the Town's residents, and increase the Town's commercial and industrial tax base."
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| MassBio |
MassBio and partner organizations across the state began the statewide BioReady® Communities Campaign in 2008 in order to provide background to municipal officials about the biotech industry and offer guidance on how to position municipalities as destinations for biotech laboratory and manufacturing facilities. To date, there are 77 BioReady® rated communities in the state.
Communities are ranked on a scale of Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum, and the system helps Massachusetts cities and towns market themselves to biotechnology companies looking to expand or relocate. As part of the campaign, the MassBio Economic Development Advisory Group (EDAG) developed criteria to both guide communities in their pursuit of biotech facility opportunities and rate them for BioReadiness® in order to provide each with a tangible marketing tool.
Other communities that have recently been awarded new or upgraded BioReady® ratings include Leominster (Platinum), Malden (Gold), Millis (Silver), and Brookline (Bronze).
To view full ratings criteria, visit MassBio's BioReady® Communities web page at http://www.massbio.org/economic_development/bioready_communities
About MassBio
MassBio, a not-for-profit organization that represents and provides services and support for the Massachusetts biotechnology industry, is the nation's oldest biotechnology trade association. Founded in 1985, MassBio is committed to advancing the development of critical new science, technology and medicines that benefit people worldwide. Representing over 620 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, research hospitals, and service organizations involved in life sciences and health care, MassBio works to advance policy and promote education, while providing member programs and events, industry information, and services.
Plants for sale - Community Gardens
Starting your garden? A variety of vegetable plants are available at the Community Garden.
The sale is scheduled Sunday from 9:00 AM to noon.
Where is the Community Garden? At the King St Memorial Park
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| a sample of plants for sale |
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| listing of plants and prices |
Where is the Community Garden? At the King St Memorial Park
Saturday, May 24, 2014
Team Fitness and CrossFit Franklin Announcements
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Team Fitness Franklin | 100 Franklin Village Drive | Franklin | MA | 02038
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Living History Exhibit at the Franklin Downtown Partnership's Annual Strawberry Stroll
As the country recognizes the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the Franklin Historical Museum will host a living history exhibit at the Franklin Downtown Partnership's Annual Strawberry Stroll on Thursday, June 12th.
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| Franklin Historical Museum |
Members of the U.S. Naval Landing Party, a Civil War reenactment crew, will exhibit a modified version of their living exhibit on the front lawn of the museum, with tents, bunks, uniforms and daily necessities of the soldiers from this historic time period.
Students, educators, history buffs, children and folks of all ages have a great opportunity to speak with the Civil War 'soldiers' and the event certainly will be enjoyed by all.
Additional information about the Franklin Historical Museum can be found on their webpage
http://franklinhistoricalmuseum.org/
Get Your Drink Pink Tickets Now!
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Pour Richard's Wine and Spirits | 14 Grove Street | Franklin | MA | 02038
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Friday, May 23, 2014
Franklin Public Schools: Blood Drive Information
A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Boston Children's Hospital
Blood Drive to support Oak Street student Noah Smith
June 7, 20140 9:00 am- 3:00 pm
Franklin United Methodist Church
82 West Central Street, Franklin
Make an appointment: https://www.halfpints.childrenshospital.org/
Code: FRMETHCH or call Susan Touhey 508-404-6914
Thank you for your support
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| Franklin Public Schools |
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Franklin Public Schools: Memorial Day Weekend Update
A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
"Heroism is latent in every human soul- However humble or unknown, they, (veterans) have renounced what are accounted pleasures and cheerfully undertaken all self-denials, privations, toils, dangers sufferings, sicknesses, mutilations, life-"
Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain
Civil War Hero at Gettysburg and President Bowdoin College
As Memorial Day approaches, please take a moment to thank the men and women who have served our country. We are indebted to them for their service and commitment. When you are gathering with family and friends this weekend please keep them in your thoughts and reflections.
Say Goodbye to Franklin HighAs we move to the close of the school year, we are preparing to move into the new FHS. To relive memories many members of the community have requested a final tour of Franklin High School. The HS will be open for tours on June 21 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Please stop by if you want to say a farewell to FHS.
Fundraising CautionWe were approached by one of our local business owners who let us know that an individual was seeking donations on behalf of our schools. The business owner contacted our office and be advised that this solicitation is fraudulent. The school department filed a complaint with the Police and they are investigating. Please do not respond to any requests to donate money on behalf of our schools. Thank You.
Franklin Public Schools
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