BFCCPS Performs "Shrek The Musical" - March 3, 4

Please join us for our annual Spring Musical featuring students in grades 6-8. This year's show is SHREK THE MUSICAL! 

This is a wonderful way to see our incredible Fine and Performing Arts Department at work. 

Two shows will be held, March 3rd and 4th at the Horace Mann Auditorium.

http://bfccps.org/event/shrek-performances/

Franklin Public Schools: All Schools Opening at Regular Time on Tuesday, Feb 14

Hello

All Franklin Public Schools will open at the regular time Tuesday, February 14. DPW and Facilities have done exceptional work to clear roads and school parking lots. Many sidewalks around schools have been plowed and the rest will be done on Tuesday.

We will implement emergency busing for walkers where sidewalks have not been plowed. Bus lists are accessible on our web site.

As temperatures fall this evening some side streets may have some icy patches where snow has melted and water has pooled. Please drive carefully.

Thank You
Franklin Public Schools


Bus lists
http://franklindistrict.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinDistrict_BusOffice/transportation/bus%20routes%20fy17%20final.pdf

Parmenter Elementary School

"Water Ban measures apply to both public water supply users and private well users"

§ 179-1 Authority.

This article is adopted by the Town of Franklin under its police powers to protect public health, safety and welfare and implements the Town's authority to regulate, limit and prohibit water use. This article also implements the Town's authority under M.G.L. c. 40, § 41A, conditioned upon a declaration of Water Supply Emergency issued by the Department of Environmental Protection.

§ 179-2 Purpose.

The purpose of this article is to protect, preserve and maintain the public health, safety and welfare whenever there is in force a State of Water Supply Conservation or Water Ban by providing for enforcement of any duly imposed prohibitions, restrictions, requirements, provisions or conditions imposed by the Town or by the Department of Environmental Protection.

§ 179-3 Application and Exemptions.

Water Supply Conservation measures apply to public water supply users only. Water Ban measures apply to both public water supply users and private well users.

Commercial agricultural users and golf courses shall be exempt from all provisions of this article. The Town of Franklin is exempt from all provisions of this article to extent required to protect public assets.



Continue reading the proposal to change the water restrictions to include private wells




You can also find this document as part of the Town Council agenda for Feb15,2017
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/mai/files/discussion_-_water_use_restrictions.pdf

Some folks with wells are continuing to let their sprinkler systems water the grass last year, that could change this year if the Town Council adds private wells to the water restrictions as proposed

Franklin Municipal Offices will open at 9:00AM on Monday, February 13

Municipal Building Offices will have a one-hour delay in opening. Municipal Offices will open at 9:00AM on Monday, February 13th.

All Franklin Public Schools and after school activities are closed on Monday, February 13th.

Trash and Recycling will NOT be picked up Monday. It will be delayed one day, Monday will be picked up Tuesday, and so on...

Emergency Information can be found on our website here on the link on the homepage at http://www.franklinma.gov/home/pages/emergency-management-information

Call 911 if you there is an emergency!

http://www.franklinma.gov/home/urgent-alerts/february-13th-municipal-offices-1-hour-delay

Fletcher FIeld in the snow

Snow delays the trash/recycling schedule one day all week

"If you have not heard, Trash and Recycling will be delayed one day this week starting tomorrow Feb 13th, 2017. 

So...... if your normal pickup day is Monday, it is now Tuesday, 

Tuesday trash will be picked up on Wednesday, 

Wednesday on Thursday, 

Thursday's stuff will be picked up Friday, 

and if you're normally a Friday folk, your trash and recycling will be picked up on Saturday. 

For further information feel free to contact our office at 508 520  4910"

Franklin DPW photo

Register O'Donnell Reports Good Start to 2017 Real Estate Season

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Reports Good Start to 2017 Real Estate Season Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell reported a good but not spectacular start to 2017 Norfolk County real estate scene. While sales volume exhibited a modest increase, lending activity showed solid gains in both the number of mortgages recorded and the overall amount of money lent to home and business owners. During the month of January 2017, the total volume of residential and commercial real estate sales increased by 3% to $532 million from the previous January. The average sale price, again including both residential and commercial, did not show any statistical change from January 2016. The average sale price for the month was $678,916. Register O'Donnell noted, "While the number did not pop, Norfolk County did hold its own." On the other hand, lending activity was more robust in January than compared to one year ago with a total of 2,282 mortgages recorded, a significant 15% increase from the previous year. "What these numbers prove," stated O'Donnell, "is that consumers and business people continue to take advantage of relatively low interest rates in a historical context. Some of the increase in mortgage activity may also be tied to interest rates starting to creep up." In addition, total mortgage lending in January increased an eye-popping 131% to $1.7 billion. This figure was influenced by a $573 million mortgage taken out against Quincy property in early January. Norfolk County foreclosure activity was a mixed bag in January. The bad news was 30 foreclosure deeds were filed compared to 15 the previous January, a 100% increase. The good news was a significant decrease in the number of Notice to Foreclose Mortgage filings, the first step in the foreclosure process. A total of 41 Notice to Foreclose Mortgage filings were recorded in January compared to 97 in January, 2016. Register O'Donnell noted, "As I have stated many times, one foreclosure deed filing is one too many. However, I do continue to be encouraged by the trend lines relative to foreclosure activity. As we saw in the 4th quarter 2016, there continues to be a reduction in the number of Notice to Foreclose Mortgage filings, which could have been triggered by the state's low unemployment rate of 2.8%, the lowest in 16 years. "With that said, some of our neighbors do continue to face economic hardship. The Registry continues to partner with Quincy Community Action Programs at (617) 479-8181 x-376 and NeighborWorks Southern Mass at (508) 598-0950 to help anyone who has received a Notice to Foreclose Mortgage from a lender. Another option for consumers is to call the Massachusetts Attorney General's HomeCorps program at (617) 573-5333. I urge anyone who is facing a foreclosure issue to avail themselves of these excellent programs." However, a source of good news was Norfolk County homeowners continuing to avail themselves of the Homestead Act. "A Homestead," stated O'Donnell, "provides limited protection against the forced sale of an individual's primary residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000. I urge homeowners who have not recorded a Homestead against their primary residence to consider this valuable consumer protection tool." In conclusion, Register O'Donnell stated, "Overall, when considering all the indicators January was a good month for real estate activity in Norfolk County. The county held its own relative to property sales. Additionally, homeowners continue to avail themselves of the relatively low interest rates. As long as the economy remains sound, I am hopeful that the Norfolk County real estate market can gain further momentum." 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 and Instagram.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 email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831 Sent by registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org in collaboration with Try it free today

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MBTA: Commuter Rail notice for Monday, Feb 13

The commuter rail is operating on a regular weekday schedule Monday, 2/13. Please use caution traversing platforms and parking lots.

Franklin, Needham, Providence and Stoughton trains may experience delays of 10-20 minutes due to modified Amtrak operations.

Additionally, some Providence/Stoughton trains may not be able to stop at TF Green or Ruggles stations due to modifications to Amtrak switch usage during the storm. Ruggles passengers will be accommodated at no cost on the Orange Line from Back Bay. TF Green passengers may consider RIPTA service to Providence Station. Service alerts for individual trains will be sent advising of any changes as early as possible.

Last updated: Feb 12 2017 04:50 PM

The MBTA weather adivsory service
http://www.mbta.com/winter/commuter_rail_advisory/

Franklin Dean Station in the snow