In the News: No rush to get a ReadID

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

"Massachusetts residents planning to renew their driver’s licenses in the new year may want to consider getting a Real ID, as 2019 marks the final year before the long-anticipated IDs will be required for domestic flights and to enter federal buildings. 

Getting the new IDs, however, isn’t quite as simple as before. 

The state started issuing the new identification cards in March 2018 and through November the Registry of Motor Vehicles had issued 474,406 Real IDs, according to a spokeswoman with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. But not everyone is jumping at the opportunity. 

Nearly 689,000 residents opted to stick with the standard ID during the same time period, and while it’s difficult to know exactly why residents choose one ID over the other – especially considering the cost is the same – getting a Real ID is definitely more complicated."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181209/no-rush-to-real-id-in-massachusetts

Check the MA RMV site for info on the ReadID process and documentation requirements
https://www.mass.gov/decision-tree/real-id-real-answers-a-tool-to-help-you-determine-if-you-need-a-real-id

No rush to get a ReadID

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Dec 11, 2018

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.

A G E N D A

“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
a. Review of Agenda
b. Citizen’s Comments

i. In the spirit of open communication, “the School Committee will hear public comment not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee Meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment” – from Policy BEDH

c. FHS Student Representative Comments
d. Superintendent’s Report

2. Guests / Presentations
a. Report Cards – Dr. Sara Ahern and Dr. Joyce Edwards

3. Discussion / Action Items
none

4. Discussion Only Items
a. BICO FY18 Annual Report

5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Budget; Community Relations; Policy; Transportation; Public Schools Advocacy; Ad Hoc Superintendent’s
Evaluation)
b. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC; Substance Abuse Task Force; School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]; School Start Times Advisory
Committee [SSTAC], MASC)

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

7. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your November 27, 2018 School Committee Meeting.
b. Chamber Chorus Trip
I recommend approval of the request of Olivia Goliger for the recurring trip to Providence College on February 1, 2019 to participate in an invitational HS Choral Festival as detailed.
c. Boys Ice Hockey Team Trip
I recommend approval of the request of Chris Spillane to take the Boys Ice Hockey Team to Barnstable, MA from February 21 – 22, 2019 for a Hockey Tournament as detailed.
d. Parmenter Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $900.00 from the Parmenter PCC for field trips as detailed.
e. JF Kennedy Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $675.00 from the JFK PCC for field trips as detailed.

8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen

9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas

10. Correspondence 
– Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman

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

12. Adjournment

The agenda for the Dec 11 meeting
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_12-11-18.pdf

Documents released for the Dec 11 meeting
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/december-11-2018-school-committee-packet-documents

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Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Dec 12, 2018

The published agenda and documents for the Franklin Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 12, 2018.  

(Note: where there are active links in the agenda item, it will take you to the associated document)

You can also find the full set of documents in one PDF

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/town_council_agenda_for_december_12_2018.pdf

Agenda Item	Summary
Town Council Meeting Agenda	Meeting of December 12, 2018 - 7:00 PM
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS	a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast Channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.
2. CITIZENS 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	a. November 14, 2018
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS	None
5. APPOINTMENTS
5a. APPOINTMENTS	Board of Health - Ciera Maffei
5b. APPOINTMENTS	Zoning Board of Appeals - Philip Brunelli
5c. APPOINTMENTS	Zoning Board of Appeals - Christopher Stickney
6. HEARINGS	None
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS	Shaws Supermarkets- Change of Manager
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
8a. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS	Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School
8b. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS	Risk Assessment
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS	a. Capital Budget Subcommittee  b. Budget Subcommittee  c. Economic Development Subcommittee
10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 18-70: Appropriation Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per M.G.L Ch.44, §53F3/4 (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-70 - Majority Vote (5))
10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Resolution 18-71: Town Council Meeting Schedule for 2019 (Motion to Approve Resolution 18-71 - Majority Vote (5))
10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Bylaw Amendment 18-826: Chapter 170, Vehicles and Traffic- 2nd Reading (Motion to adopt Bylaw Amendment 18-827 Majority Roll Call Vote (5))
10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION	Bylaw Amendment 18-827: Amendment to the Water System Map - 2nd Reading (Motion to adopt Bylaw Amendment 18-827 Majority Roll Call Vote (5))
11. TOWN ADMINISTRATORS REPORT
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION	Purpose #2: to conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations and/or to conduct contract negotiations with non-union personnel, namely: new Town Administrator Jamie Hellen, on compensation and other terms and conditions of his employment agreement.
15. RECONVENE	Reconvene in Open Session if necessary, re: vote to offer employment agreement, specifying compensation and other employment terms and conditions to the new Town Administrator Jamie Hellen.
16. ADJOURN

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The Financial Risk Assessment Report

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/mai/files/8b._franklin_finl_risk_assessment_report_final_1_1.pdf

Franklin's Holiday Happenings - Sunday, Dec 9

The event listing for Today's Holiday Happenings coordinated by the Franklin Downtown Partnership.

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Intermission, 36 (Rear) Main Street - Serving holiday beverages & muffins

1:00 PM to 4:00 PM: La Cantina Winery 357 Union Street  - Wine Tasting

1:15 PM: Historical Museum - Second Sunday Speakers Series, James Johnston

2:00 PM: Franklin High School - FPAC’s Humbug!

4:00 PM to 9:00 PM: The Rome - Delicious Cheese Pizza for $5.00, Dine in only

Sunday's events can be found online
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19Ndcl9U6s9jFPH-NKNNn0LYDUdLA1Ivv/view?usp=sharing

The full month of events coordinated by the Franklin Downtown Partnership
https://drive.google.com/file/d/137vx-sBkoRV-nAzqhVzYK5TYpuUJGUAI/view

Franklin's Holiday Happenings - Sunday, Dec 9

FHS wrestlers take first at Mount Hope Holiday Tournament

Via HockomockSports we share the results of the FHS sports action on Saturday, Dec 8, 2018


Wrestling
Mount Hope Tournament (Franklin, Stoughton)
– At the annual Sharon Lombardo Holiday Tournament, Franklin took home the championship and Stoughton was fourth overall. Franklin placed first with 211.5 points with four champions and five finalists. Stoughton had two finalists and had 118.5 points. 

Franklin’s Jake Carlucci (113, dec. 8-7), Jordan Carlucci (132, pin 0:34), Ken Sauer (138, dec. 5-3), and Dominic Sackley (170, pin 3:09) won individual titles while Drew DiFilippo (106), Adam Colella (160), Caleb MacLean (160), Dylan Nawn (182), and Ben Jacoby (195) each finished second. 

Stoughton’s Thomas Ratcliff (170) and Carlvin Laguerre (285) each had second place finishes.


For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-12-08-18/

FHS Panthers

Save the Date: January 8 - Social Emotional Learning Forum

Greetings, Please join me and the Social Emotional Alliance for Massachusetts (https://sel4ma.org/) for a Social Emotional Learning Forum on Tuesday, January 8 from 6:00-7:00 PM at the Warren Conference Center and Inn at the Hayden Lodge located at 529 Chestnut Street, Ashland 01721. Registration begins at 5:30 PM. RSVP to the Social Emotional Learning Forum The forum is part of my MetroWest Kids Initiative to promote the benefits of social emotional learning and examine opportunities for effective implementation in schools throughout Massachusetts. As Senate President, I pledge to remain dedicated to helping schools create a positive climate, while fostering the development of social and emotional skills for adults and students.   Use #MetroWestKids to promote the event on social media and share this event widely with your network! I will keep you informed as the event approaches, and appreciate you saving the date for this informative discussion! If you have any other concerns or comments, please do not hesitate to call my office at (617) 722-1500 or email Puja Mehta at Puja.Mehta@masenate.gov.  Warm Regards, Senate President Karen E. Spilka 2nd Middlesex and Norfolk   Link to RSVP   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/senate-president-karen-e-spilkas-social-emotional-learning-forum-tickets-53300217385

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Consumer Alerts: Contact lens seller turns a blind eye to the law

Contact lens seller turns a blind eye to the law by Colleen Tressler Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Cosmetic contacts lenses – also known as costume or decorative contact lenses – can change the way your eye looks without correcting your vision.  While they may seem like just another fashion accessory, the fact is all contacts require a prescription. Anyone who sells you lenses without getting a copy of your prescription or verifying your prescription information with your prescriber is selling them illegally. Read more  https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2018/12/contact-lens-seller-turns-blind-eye-law?utm_source=govdelivery This is a free service provided by the Federal Trade Commission.

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