Live reporting: Public Hearing

6. HEARINGS	7:10 PM - Resolution 18-51 Cable Television License Renewal.
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS	motion to open the hearing, seconded, passed 9-0 John Harrington, attorney for Verizon used to be 10 year license, this time a 5 year term do get HD for public access Approx $60K for capital investment mostly like the current license fully paid capital and other monetary requirements from old contract during the interim period Q - What can we do to keep the pricing going up? A - subscriber fee reduced from $1.80 to 1.01 competition among the programming and other providers is fierce at least there is a choice in Franklin, in most communities you don't get a choice increased the capital grant in lieu of the shorter term I read the same things you do, 5G is a future but tough to predict when Verizon will get there, will require local agreements deal we have is better than other communities has gotten it was a spirited negotiation, and I thank you for your participation
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS	Franklin Elks Lodge fund raiser for the Veterans Walkway $2,136 great pleasure to present to Town to keep construction going for the walkway dig on Thursday, granite next week
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS	a. Capital Budget Subcommittee nothing tonight b. Budget Subcommittee meeting before this one, another one Jan/Feb; used 1.5 for balencing and put about 800K back into c. Economic Development Subcommittee nothing tonight

Live reporting: Town Council - Sep 26, 2018

Present: Hamblen, Casey, Dellorco, Mercer, Kelly, Jones, Padula, Pellegri, Earls
Absent: none

Agenda Item	Summary
Town Council Meeting Agenda	Meeting of September 26, 2018- 7:00 PM
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS	a. This meeting is being recorder by Franklin TV and shows on Comcast Channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.
2. CITIZEN COMMENTS	a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to five minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda.  The Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments.  The Town Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES	September 5, 2018 Minutes motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS	Swearing in of Firefighter new fire fighter sworn in Greg Casavant (?)
5. APPOINTMENTS	Cultural Council Kaye Kelly motion to approve, seconded, passed 9-0

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Joe Jencks October 6

Singer/songwriter formerly with Brother Sun

Joe Jencks with Katherine Rondeau Oct 6 View this email in your browser Joe Jencks with special guest Katherine Rondeau Oct 6 - 8 PM - $20 Joe Jencks is an international touring musician, award-winning songwriter, and celebrated vocalist known for his performances of musical beauty, social consciousness and spiritual exploration. Joe has released fifteen CDs over a twenty year musical career. Having penned several #1 Folk-songs including the ever relevant Lady of The Harbor, Jencks has become a fan favorite throughout North America, and is the co-founder of Brother Sun. Merging conservatory training with his Irish roots and working-class upbringing, Joe delivers engaged musical narratives filled with heart, soul, groove and grit. Blending well-crafted instrumentals and vivid songwriting, Jencks serves it all up with a lyric baritone voice that has the edgy richness of a good sea-salt caramel. http://www.joejencks.com/ "The key to the future is people joining in. The music of Joe Jencks captures this essential spirit. Joe is a fantastic singer who carries on the traditions." ~ Pete Seeger Katherine Rondeau will open the show. Passionate and full of conviction, with a big voice and an even bigger spirit, Katherine is a singer-songwriter with an unforgettable style. A New Jersey native, Katherine's roots-inspired sound is an organic blend drawing inspiration from folk, blues, and mountain music. https://www.katherinerondeau.com/ The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin's First Universalist Society. Concerts are presented in a smoke free and alcohol free environment at the Society's handicapped accessible Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, and begin at 8:00 PM; doors open at 7:30 PM. Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available. Tickets for this shows are $20.  Please call (508)528-2541 or visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information. Upcoming Shows Oct 20      Bettman and Halpin Nov 3       Susan Werner with Jim Henry and Ruby Nov 17     Eliza Gilkyson Dec 8       The Nields Holiday Show and Singalong Jan 5        Joe Crookston Jan 26      Dar Williams

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse · First Universalist Society · 262 Chestnut St · Franklin, MA 02038 · USA

HMEA Career Opportunities - September 27

HMEA Recruitment is offering Walk In Interviews – September 27 from 10 AM - 2 PM.

Pre-Registration is suggested, but not required.
A great time to earn your recruitment bonus for referring family and friends.

Full time, Part time and Per diem shifts available for ALL SHIFTS!
These positions require a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Experience in the field is a plus, but is not required.

Individuals with C.N.A, PCA and HHA certification or a degree in Human Services, Psychology, and Sociology are encouraged to apply.

A qualifying criminal background check, driving record, and a valid driver's license are also required.

What is HMEA?

Our Mission

"To teach, support and empower people with developmental disabilities and their families to live meaningful lives of their choice."

Our Vision

"A world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated, and where everyone contributes."

HMEA History

"Originally incorporated in 1961, HMEA was first known as the Wrentham Research Foundation. Located on the grounds of the Wrentham Developmental Center, our primary mission was to conduct research in the field of mental retardation. Studies included prevention, treatment, best practices, and staff training. With the enactment of Chapter 766, special education services became our primary focus. The agency assisted public schools to develop appropriate programs and also directly provided services to children with significant challenges on the grounds of the institution."

Continue reading the HMEA history and more on their web page
https://www.hmea.org/

HMEA Career Opportunities - September 27

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczZGh6Tzk0OElVeC1vbVhBejNjWjZhRzI1cm5n/view?usp=sharing

FHS golf posts a win vs. OA in Tuesday's rain

Via HockomockSports, we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Tuesday, Sep 25, 2018.


Golf = Oliver Ames, 173 @ Franklin, 172 – Final 
– Franklin senior captain Matt D’Errico earned medalist honors, leading the Panthers to a one-stroke win over visiting Oliver Ames. D’Errico carded a low-round of 40 while captain Jack Paterson shot a 42. Olvier Ames’ Thomas Walsh and Nolan Donze each shot a 43.

Boys Cross Country = Franklin @ Mansfield – Postponed to Thursday, 9/27.

Girls Cross Country = Franklin @ Mansfield – Postponed to Thursday, 9/27.


For the other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-25-18/

FHS golf post win vs. OA in Tuesday's rain

MassBudget: Massachusetts' progress towards health insurance for all stalls

Some continue to encounter obstacles

September 24, 2018 Massachusetts' progress towards health insurance for all stalls Massachusetts continues to lead the nation in making sure all its residents have health insurance, but progress has stalled. Further, some communities of color continue to encounter obstacles to getting health insurance and still see higher levels of uninsurance compared with the state overall. The new Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) brief, Losing Momentum: March towards health insurance for all Massachusetts residents stalls, finds that 19,000 fewer Massachusetts residents had health insurance in 2017 than in 2016 - a 0.3 percentage point decrease. A similar trend emerges when breaking the data down by race and ethnicity, and Latinx and Black or African American residents faced higher rates of uninsurance in 2017, suggesting obstacles to coverage. About 4.8 percent of Black or African American residents had no health insurance while 5.5 percent of Latinx residents had no health insurance - almost double the percentage of all residents without health insurance, 2.8 percent. Read the full report here. The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) produces policy research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations focused on improving the lives of low- and middle-income children and adults, strengthening our state's economy, and enhancing the quality of life in Massachusetts. MASSACHUSETTS BUDGET AND POLICY CENTER 15 COURT SQUARE, SUITE 700 BOSTON, MA 02108

Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center, 15 Court Square, Suite 700, Boston, MA 02108 Sent by nberger@massbudget.org in collaboration with Try it free today

http://massbudget.org/report_window.php?loc=Losing%20Momentum%20%20March%20towards%20health%20insurance%20for%20all%20Massachusetts%20residents%20stalls.html

Reminder: 8th Annual Friends of the Poor Walk - Sep 29

The St. Mary’s St. Vincent de Paul will be holding its 8th Annual Friends of the Poor Walk. The Walk, 1 ½ or 3 miles, is our only fund raiser. SVdP members offer help to all Franklin residents in their time of need. Your support enables us to provide this assistance. Last year we were able to help 186 families.

Registration will begin between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM in the Benjamin Franklin Charter School parking lot on Pleasant Street and then the walk will begin there at 9:00 AM rain or shine. 

Please walk with us in fellowship and contribute to our drive with generosity. To make this Walk better than ever, go to www.fopwalk.org where you can either join the Walk or make a donation.

Join together, with family and friends

to make our Walk better than ever!

8th Annual Friends of the Poor Walk
Sponsored by St. Mary’s St. Vincent de Paul Society
September 29, 2018
8:30 AM  - 11:00 AM

8th Annual Friends of the Poor Walk - Sep 29

In the News: FHS trip to Europe approved; FHS students hear independent candidate for Senate

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"For the first time since 2014, the school department is allowing students to travel abroad. 

The School Committee granted permission Tuesday for Franklin High School to pursue its planning for a trip to Europe. 

High School history teacher Michael Walsh said the trip will be 10 heavy-hitting days, visiting places such as Berlin, Prague, Krakow and Budapest, and making stops at historic locations like Auschwitz. 

“The School Committee seemed as if it was just hitting pause on travel,” Walsh said. “The China trip (in 2014) went off without a hitch, and I think, for us, we haven’t been pushing travel recently.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180925/franklin-school-committee-approves-europe-trip

The School Committee did vote 7-0 to approve this trip
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/09/live-reporting-discussion-action-items.html

"U.S. Senate candidate Shiva Ayyadurai is neither a Democrat nor a Republican. And that’s what teacher Michael Walsh had in mind when he invited him to speak to his AP government politics students. 

Ayyadurai, an Indian-born scientist and entrepreneur who is running as an independent against incumbent Democrat Elizabeth Warren and Republican Geoff Diehl, made a stop at Franklin High School on Tuesday afternoon, speaking to two Advanced Placement senior classes about his stance on today’s politics and how young voters should approach the next election. 

“You guys, I would argue, are the tip of the spear in the independents’ movement,” said Ayyadurai, 54. “I want everyone here to get out there and vote, if you can, and we’re here to teach you more.” 

Walsh said the importance of bringing an independent candidate on campus to express his views is paramount to his coursework, and to understanding more than just the Republican and Democratic perspectives in the political world."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180925/us-senate-candidate-visits-with-franklin-students

For more details about Shiva as an independent candidate  https://shiva4senate.com/

Mike Walsh introducing Dr Shiva (photo via @r_raugusta)

Excited to hear Dr. Shiva speak to or AP Gov students about his experiences campaigning for MA Senate. Thanks @MockWalsh for coordinating and introducing. @va_shiva pic.twitter.com/Aa4DGxLn8Y

— RAugusta (@r_raugusta) September 25, 2018

In the News: Article 1 Ballot Question; first gubernatorial debate set for Oct 9

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Nora Watts wakes up at 4:50 a.m. on days she’s working. 

The 66-year-old gets up, dresses and goes to the gym because she wants to ensure she’s in-shape enough to perform her duties as a nurse at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. 

“I’m not a spring chicken anymore,” Watt said. “I want to make sure I stay strong and healthy.” 

The job has become more difficult and more dangerous in recent years, Watts said, in part because nurses – like herself – are being asked to care for more patients at a time than Watts believes is responsible."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180925/nurses-hospitals-split-on-ballot-measure-in-massachusetts

For an independent review of the Article 1 question and issues covering both sides  https://www.cirmass.org/the-2018-citizens-statement

an independent review of the Article 1 question and issues covering both sides

"The first gubernatorial debate between Gov. Charlie Baker and Democratic challenger Jay Gonzalez will take place in two weeks on the night of Oct. 9, with WBZ-TV host Jon Keller as moderator, according to campaign officials familiar with debate negotiations between the two candidates. 

The televised debate at 8 p.m. will be one of three debates this cycle, and represents a potential turning point for Gonzalez, who continues to trail Baker in the polls and fundraising while also suffering from low name recognition. 

Days after the primary, Baker’s campaign announced that he had agreed to three televised debates against his general election opponent. Gonzalez had been pushing for more debates, and Baker received some criticism for turning down invitations to debate in western Massachusetts."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180925/first-governor-debate-planned-for-oct-9

Attention - Franklin Residents: Job Opportunities

Job Opportunities

• Police Patrol Officer - candidates must be graduates of the Full-time Basic Massachusetts Police Training Committee (MPTC) Academy or equivalent
• Firefighter/Paramedics - The Town of Franklin's Fire Department is in the Massachusetts Civil Service system. 
  • If you are currently a Firefighter/Paramedic in a Civil Service community and are interested in working for Franklin, send a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov. 
  • Please note: new hires must have and maintain a paramedic certification and complete an Associate's Degree within 5 years of the date they are hired.   

To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov.  Please put the job title in the subject line of your email.  

If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.
http://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/files/application-employment-town-franklin

Attention - Franklin Residents: Job Opportunities

Live reporting: Consent Agenda to Closing

7. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your September 11, 2018 School Committee meeting.
b. Elementary School Improvement Plans
I recommend adoption of the Elementary School Improvement Plans for the following schools as presented:

• F. X. O’Regan Early Childhood Development Center
• Davis Thayer Elementary School
• Jefferson Elementary School
• Helen Keller Elementary School
• John F. Kennedy Elementary School
• Oak Street Elementary School
• Gerald M. Parmenter Elementary School

c. Oak Street Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,232.00 from the Oak St. PCC for field trips as detailed.
d. Keller Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $3,891.00 from the Keller PCC for field trips as detailed.
e. RMS Recurring Field Trip
I recommend approval of the recurring field trip request of Mr. Fitzgerald to take 25 RMS students to Mt. Monadnock in Jaffrey, NH on October 20, 2018 as detailed.

motion to accept consent agenda, seconded, passed 7-0

8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen

9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas

10. Correspondence - none

11. Executive Session
a. Strategy with respect to collective bargaining.

motion to enter executive session not to return to open meeting
passed 7-0


12. Adjournment

The documents released for this agenda can be found on the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/september-25-2018-packet-documents

Live reporting: Information Matters

4. Discussion Only Items

5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports 
Budget
pre-meeting for the Joint Budget Subcommittee meeting scheduled for Weds

Community Relations
past coffee at Senior Center, a real fun meeting to have
next up at Oct 3, FHS Library
homework policy theme

meeting to talk about social media, newsletter
tie to the Senior Center, calendar linking to the community
at the Harvest Festival - Oct 13
looking for shift help from 11-4 to help man the booth

Policy
next meeting Oct 17, 7:00

Transportation

Public Schools Advocacy
meeting Tue, Oct 2 at Franklin TV

Ad Hoc Superintendent’s Evaluation

b. School Committee Liaison Reports 
Joint PCC
importance of volunteers, hot days at Davis Thayer - how to deal with, work underway
importance of school councils

Substance Abuse Task Force
meeting in Nov

School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]
met at FHS, reviewed the calendar for the year, to establish new goals
looking to expand some goals for continuity and equity sake
looking for strong goals rather than multiple goals
same three goals as District and looking to link with SEL goals to avoid redundancy

School Start Times Advisory Committee [SSTAC]
survey coming out
research says to change, options to be reviewed
busing would be required under the proposals
busing could be more efficient per the bus company, three tiers would be done with less buses total if start times were enough apart


MASC
delegate resolution to bring forward for discussion


6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items

next meeting to be a workshop format
committee self evaluation

superintendent goals
official enrollment as of Oct 1