Monday, June 13, 2016

Franklin signs Community Compact


The Town of Franklin signed onto the Baker-Polito administration Community Compact program today in a ceremony at the Franklin Municipal Building. Franklin hosted today’s signing ceremony, which also include the Towns of Blackstone, Hopedale and Northbridge.

The Town of Franklin has signed on to embark on two projects:

EMS Pilot Initiative

The Town received a $25,000 grant to conduct an EMS Pilot initiative to study ways to improve public safety response systems for ambulance calls. The study will look to the town’s call volume and analyze alternative response methods to maximize ambulance availability for emergencies. 
The study will be conducted by the Collins Center for Public Management at the John W. McCormack School for Policy and Global Studies at the University of Massachusetts-Boston.


Civic Engagement Partnership

The Town Administration and other departments will be partnering with various state agencies to enhance customer service through a series of civic engagement best management practices from state agencies. This Partnership is augmenting the commitment from the Town of Franklin to enhance customer service through innovative technology and mobile features. 
The program will be a 12-month cohort designed at building capacity in town operations on a variety of topics such as crisis communications, innovative social media techniques, e-permitting and much more. While there is no direct money associated with this phase of the compact, the town will be eligible for future rounds of technology state grant funding after completing the program.

Lt. Governor Polito signing Compact with Town Administrator Jeff Nutting
Lt. Governor Polito signing Compact with Town Administrator Jeff Nutting

(from Left): Greg Casey, Chief of Staff Senator Richard Ross; Town Administrator Jeff Nutting; Deputy Fire Chief Paul Sharpe; Town Councilor Bob Dellorco; Lt. Governor Karyn Polito, Town Councilor  Deb Pellegri; Town Councilor Peter Padula; Town Councilor Matt Kelly; Dennis Giombetti, Office Senator Karen Spilka.
(from Left): Greg Casey, Chief of Staff Senator Richard Ross; Town Administrator Jeff Nutting; Deputy Fire Chief Paul Sharpe; Town Councilor Bob Dellorco; Lt. Governor Karyn Polito, Town Councilor  Deb Pellegri; Town Councilor Peter Padula; Town Councilor Matt Kelly; Dennis Giombetti, Office Senator Karen Spilka.

Local and Elected Officials from Franklin, Blackstone, Hopedale and Northbridge
Local and Elected Officials from Franklin, Blackstone, Hopedale and Northbridge

Some additional info can be found in the Milford Daily News

FHS athletes recognized as Hockomock League All Stars and Honorable Mentions for Tennis

The Hockomock League All Stars and Honorable Mentions were published by Hockomock Sports and the FHS athletes are shared here

"Below are the official Hockomock League Boys Tennis All Stars.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP = Griffin Fein, Sharon

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

  • Rahul Herur, Franklin
  • Eli Brooks, Franklin
  • Tom Mancini, Franklin
  • James Johnston, Franklin


HONORABLE MENTIONS = Derek Wu, Franklin"

For the full listing of All Star boys
http://hockomocksports.com/the-2016-hockomock-boys-tennis-all-stars-hms/



"Below are the official Hockomock League Girls Tennis All Stars.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP = Diana Prinos, Foxboro

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

  • Hannah Sweeney, Franklin
  • Anna Humphreys, Franklin


HONORABLE MENTIONS = Madison Derby, Franklin"


For the full listing of All Star girls
http://hockomocksports.com/the-2016-hockomock-girls-tennis-all-stars-hms/

FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers

Rep Roy: What's happening in the district - June 2016 newsletter




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Busy days in the district and on Beacon Hill

The year has seen a lot of activity in the 10th Norfolk District. In this issue of the State House Report, you'll find stories on a study tour in Belgium, our Life Sciences Day, opioid legislation, events in the district, and a visit by longtime WCVB-TV reporter Susan Wornick.

In the middle of all this activity, I am happy to report that I returned nomination papers to the Secretary of State's Office and I will be on the ballot in the fall seeking a third term as your State Representative. Our campaign kickoff event will take place on Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at 6 pm at the Black Box in Franklin. Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy III will be joining us to help launch the 2016 campaign, and I hope you can be with us as well.

It has been an honor and privilege to serve the residents of Franklin and Medway, and I would enjoy the opportunity, with your support and guidance, to continue to be your voice on Beacon Hill.

Thank you for your continued support.


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Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Promotes Homestead Act



Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

Register O'Donnell Promotes Homestead Act

Stating that for many people their house is the most important financial asset that they will ever have, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell today reminded homeowners about filing for Homestead protection. Under Massachusetts law, a Homestead recording provides for limited protection against the forced sale of an individual's primary residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000.

"Protecting one's primary residence is a key objective for all homeowners," noted Register O'Donnell. "If you own a home and it is your principle residence, one way to protect your home asset is to file a Homestead. The Homestead law also allows the filing of an Elderly Homestead defining elderly as a person who is 62 years of age or older."

Register O'Donnell further stated, "One of the major changes under the 2011 Homestead Law passed by the Massachusetts Legislature is that a valid Homestead cannot be terminated when refinancing a mortgage. Another clarification of the statute is that a Homestead can provide protections for a primary home kept in trust."

It is important to note there are certain debts that are exempted from protection under the Homestead Act, such as federal, state and local tax liens, as well as mortgages contracted for the purchase of a primary home and nursing home liens. Most other mortgages, debts, and encumbrances existing prior to the filing of the Declaration of Homestead, along with probate court executions for spousal and child support, are also exempted from Homestead protection.

Homestead recordings can be filed at the Registry of Deeds for a state imposed fee of $36.00. To find out more about the Homestead law, or to get a free application, please go online to the Registry's website at www.norfolkdeeds.org.

Register O'Donnell concluded, "It is important to make clear that a Homestead protects consumers against the forced sale of their primary owned residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000. While the debt is still owed, homeowners will at least have the comfort of knowing that with a Homestead filed at the Registry of Deeds, their primary residence cannot be forcibly sold to satisfy most debts."

To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds.

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High Street, Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or on the web at www.norfolkdeeds.org.


Register William P. O'Donnell
Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

phone: 781-234-3336

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831

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screen grab of Norfolk Deeds webpage
screen grab of Norfolk Deeds webpage

Sunday, June 12, 2016

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - June 14, 2016

The posted agenda for the School Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 14




"The key to learning"
"The key to learning"

FHS athletes take MVP in both boys and girls lacrosse

Hockomock Sports has published the Lacrosse MVP and All Stars. Franklin High School athletes took both the boys and girls MVP awards for 2016.


"Below are the official Hockomock League Boys Lacrosse All Stars.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP = Austin Kent, Franklin

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

  • Eric Civetti, Franklin
  • Austin Kent, Franklin
  • Packie Watson, Franklin
  • Jacob Alexander, Franklin
  • Sean Lockhart, Franklin


HONORABLE MENTIONS

  • Connor O’Rourke, Franklin


For the full Hockomock League listing
http://hockomocksports.com/2016-hockomock-boys-lacrosse-stars-hms/



"Below are the official Hockomock League Girls Lacrosse All Stars.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP = Kenzie Pleshaw, Franklin

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

  • Julia Jette, Franklin
  • Sam Jones, Franklin
  • Kenzie Pleshaw, Franklin
  • Kendall Reardon, Franklin
  • Emily Spath, Franklin


HONORABLE MENTIONS

  • Annie Walsh, Franklin


For the full Hockomock League listing
http://hockomocksports.com/the-2016-hockomock-girls-lacrosse-all-stars-hms/

FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers

Actions Taken at Town Council Meeting - June 8

The actions taken from the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, June 8. The PDF file contains active links to supporting documents in most cases. The committee appointment link is broken so I provided the one from the agenda. If there were any last minute updates, they may not be shown in this file. One glaring omission is that the Cultural Council has no members.

The video of the meeting is available for replay
http://view.earthchannel.com/PlayerController.aspx?PGD=franknma&eID=365




The list of annual committee re-appointments has an empty Cultural Council



  • Police Chief Stephen Semejian was recognized by the Town Council for his service. Chief Semerjian is set to retire at the end of the month.


Police Chief Stephen Semejian (Town of Franklin photo)
Police Chief Stephen Semejian (Town of Franklin photo)

Additional photos can be found on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1027224344034159&id=998859663537294


  • The Friends of Franklin Elders donated $50,000 towards the renovation of the Senior Center.


"A HUGE thanks to the Friends of Franklin Elders for their generous donation of $50,000 for the new senior center expansion and senior center programs." (Town of Franklin photo)
"A HUGE thanks to the Friends of Franklin Elders for their generous donation of $50,000 for
the new senior center expansion and senior center programs." (Town of Franklin photo)
Shared from the Town of Franklin Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/998859663537294/photos/a.1001220149967912.1073741829.998859663537294/1027492680673992/?type=3&theater