Save the Date - HMEA incredABLE 5K - May 19

Save the Date - HMEA incredABLE 5K - May 19

For more information and to register, visit HMEA on the web at

https://www.hmea.org/incredable-5k/

HockomockSports.com Indoor Track and Wrestling results from Saturday, Feb 9

Via HockomockSports, we share the Indoor Track and Wrestling results from Saturday, Feb 9, 2019


Indoor Track

The Hockomock League Championships were held at the Reggie Lewis Center on Saturday morning. 
Below are the team results and the top eight finishes for each event. 
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-league-indoor-track-championships-2019/

Click here for complete results from Athletic.net.
 https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/MeetResults.aspx?Meet=351377&show=all

Click here for a photo gallery from this event.
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2018-2019/Winter-2018-2019/Hockomock-Indoor-Track-Championships-02-09-19/


Wrestling

Franklin’s Drew DiFilippo earned the D1 Central sectional title at 106 with a 7-0 decision. He scored all seven of his points in the first round, earning a takedown and then a pair of near falls. Jake Carlucci picked up a 7-4 win in the 113 final, using an escape and a late reversal to seal the title. Jordan Carlucci dominated in the 132 final, scoring nine straight points after the match was tied at 2-2 early on, and Ken Sauer won the 138 championship with an impressive 9-1 decision, only allowing an escape late in the third period. Dominic Sackley was the fifth Panther to win a title, using an escape and takedown in the second, and a takedown in the third to secure a 7-1 decision. And Matt Leofanti scored an upset in the 220 final, using a second period takedown and a third period escape to upend the top seed, 3-1. Caleb MacLean (160) and Riley Downing (285) earned second, Alex Fracassa (126) and Dylan Nawn (182) were both third, and Ben Jacoby (195) was fourth.

For all the wrestling results from Saturday around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-mansfield-north-attleboro-claim-sectional-titles/

Panther Wrestling - Sectional CHAMPIONS!!! Both Carlucci’s, Sauer, Difilippo, Sackley and Leofanti took first. MacLean and Downing 2nd. Nawn and Fracassa took 3rd. Jacoby 4th. #PantherPride

Register O'Donnell Sworn In As Assistant Recorder of Land Court

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Sworn In As Assistant Recorder of Land Court In order to execute a critical part of his official duties as Norfolk County Register of Deeds, William P. O'Donnell was recently sworn in as the county's Assistant Recorder of the Land Court by Chief Justice Gordon Piper of the Massachusetts Land Court. Register O'Donnell, who was elected to a third full term in office last November, explained the role of Assistant Recorder of the Land Court. "Massachusetts has two classifications of property: recorded land and registered land. The Massachusetts Land Court is responsible for resolving disputes involving land or real property. Once the case is resolved by the Land Court, I, as Register of Deeds, am responsible for overseeing the recording and safe keeping of these registered land documents in Norfolk County. This is why the Register of Deeds is required to be sworn in as an Assistant Recorder of the Land Court." In the case of Norfolk County, approximately 80% of the property is classified as recorded land and the remaining 20% is considered registered land or "Land Court property." Register O'Donnell noted, "Whether the land in question is recorded or registered land, I take my responsibilities as an Assistant Recorder of the Land Court very seriously. The citizens of Norfolk County can be assured that the county's approximately 8.5 million land documents are being recorded accurately, efficiently and are available online for viewing via our state-of-the-art computer system. "Finally, I want to thank Chief Justice Piper, the Court's Associate Justices and their staffs for their graciousness and kind remarks extended to me at my swearing-in ceremony. The level of cooperation and mutual respect exhibited between the state and county has been critical to achieving our goals with regard to the recording and safekeeping of registered land documents." 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 is located at 649 High Street, Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@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

Register O'Donnell Sworn In As Assistant Recorder of Land Court

Franklin SEPAC: Autism & Creating a Fulfilling Life for the Family and Child with Special Needs

Autism & Creating a Fulfilling Life for the Family and Child with Special Needs

Join us as we welcome author, journalist, public speaker and special needs parent Susan Senator. Susan is the mother of three boys, the oldest of whom has severe autism. Using her experiences and speaking from the heart, Susan speaks about the impact that autism has had on her family. 

She has authored books including: Making Peace with Autism, Autism Adulthood, and The Autism Mom's Survival Guide. Susan speaks around the country and maintains a blog and website, www.susansenator.com.

When: Thursday, February 28 at 7:00 PM
Where: Third floor Training Room of the Franklin Municipal Building, 255 East Central Street, Franklin, MA.

This event is free and open to the public.

If you have any suggestions for workshops or social events for the kids, please send us an email at franklinsepac@gmail.com .

WWW.FRANKLINSEPAC.ORG

Franklin SEPAC: Autism & Creating a Fulfilling
Life for the Family and Child with Special Needs

Last Day of the Fundraiser. Help FHS DECA meet their goal

Thank you for supporting Franklin High School DECA

Thank you for supporting  Franklin High School DECA Thank you for your support on our way to our $5,500 goal! $5,034 of $5,500 How else can you help? Become an Active Supporter and spread the word on Facebook, Twitter, or through your own email contacts. From the fundraiser page you can help spread the word about Franklin High School DECA. https://www.snap-raise.com/fundraisers/franklin-high-school-deca-2019 Thanks for your donation.

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Feb 12, 2019

The meeting was rescheduled to Feb 19 due to the snowy weather Tuesday evening

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. Dementia Friendly Community – Maggie Gundersen & Karen Alves
b. Homework Update – Dr. Joyce Edwards & Homework Study Group Representatives

3. Discussion / Action Items
a. Approval of Amego (Private Special Education School)
I recommend the appointment of Paula Marano, Interim Director of Student Services, as the Committee’s designee to review Amego’s application and bring a recommendation to the School Committee.
b. Policy – First Reading
I recommend approval to move Policy DGA – Authorized Payroll Signatures to a second reading at the next meeting as discussed.

4. Discussion Only Items
a. FY20 Budget Discussion
b. BICO Quarterly Update
c. Revised School Committee Presentation Schedule

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 January 22, 2019 School Committee Meeting as detailed.
b. HMMS Donation
I recommend acceptance of the donation of exercise balls, fish bowls and various items valued at approximately $500.00 from Adam Jacoby, Interactions Company for Horace Mann Middle School as detailed.
c. JFK PCC Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,049.83 from the JFK PCC for Supplemental Supplies at JF Kennedy as detailed.
d. BJ’s Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $430.00 from BJ’s Wholesale Club for district wide in-house enrichment as detailed.
e. Athletics Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $844.02 from All-American Publishing for in-house enrichment for FHS Athletics Dept. as detailed.
f. Franklin Music Parents Gift
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $4,268.00 from Franklin music parents for in-house enrichment for the FPS Music Department as detailed.
g. Davis Thayer Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,000.00 from the DT PCC for field trips as detailed.
h. FHS Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,719.80 from Lifetouch for in-house enrichment at FHS as detailed.

8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen

9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas

10. Correspondence 
– Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman

11. Executive Session

a. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the FEA/RN unit as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the School Committee and the chair so declares.

12. Adjournment

The agenda PDF can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/scagenda_2-12-19.pdf

Documents released for the agenda can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/february-12-2019-school-committee-packet-documents

screen shot of budget presentation at Jan 22 meeting

FHS Indoor Track - individual results from Hockomock Championship meet

Via HockomockSports and Athletic.net, we share the results of the FHS Indoor Track team at the Hockomcok Championships, Feb 9, 2019

** Indoor Track (@ Reggie Lewis Center) = Hockomock League Championships, 8:30 AM
Boys take 2nd and girls 4th in the Championship meet

Varsity - Mens
1. Mansfield 90
2. Franklin 68
3. Stoughton 59
4. Sharon 57
5. North Attleboro 51
6. Milford 43.5
7. King Philip 43
8. Oliver Ames 30
9. Attleboro 26.5
10. Taunton 21
11. Foxboro 13
12. Canton 5


Varsity - Womens
1. Mansfield 92
2. North Attleboro 84
3. Taunton 68
4. Franklin 65
5. Sharon 60
6. Milford 52
7. King Philip 22
7. Oliver Ames 22
9. Foxboro 17
10. Stoughton 9
10. Canton 9
12. Attleboro 7



Franklin's individual performance results for the Indoor Track meet:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R4sGADnZDQzzpMrD4Xoxn7No0xBDJNBB/view?usp=sharing

FHS Panthers

FHS Gymnastics results - Saturday, Feb 9

Via HockomockSports and Twitter, we share the results of the FHS gymnastics team on Saturday, Feb 9, 2019


** Gymnastics = Hock Meet @ Metro South, 3:30

Today was a BLAST! Well done girls!! @FHSSports @FHSPantherbook @HockomockSports @FranklinMatters @MetroWestSports @FranklinHS pic.twitter.com/k2vhcPO2Ca

— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) February 9, 2019

Floor Exercise (All-Around)
1. Lily Goulding, Mansfield – 9.50
T5. Lauren Picanzi, Oliver Ames – 9.05
T5. Kaleigh DeMarco, North Attleboro – 9.05
T5. Kate Rudolph, Franklin – 9.05

Floor Exercise (Specialist)
1. Jackie Costello, Mansfield – 9.35
T5. Caroline Woelfel, Franklin – 8.85
T5. Paige Moore, North Attleboro – 8.85

Bars (Specialist)
1. Kira Goldman, Mansfield – 9.50
5. Sadie Rondeau, Franklin – 8.50

Vault (All-Around)
1. Erin Hurley, Mansfield – 9.70
4. Emma Owens, Franklin – 9.20


For the listing published by HockomockSports,com
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-gymnastics-meet-2019-results/

FHS gymnasts

FHS wrestling take Sectional Championships; girls hockey post win over Stoughton

Via HockomockSports and Twitter, we share the results of the FHS sports action on Saturday, Feb 9, 2019


** Girls Hockey = Franklin, 5 @ Stoughton, 3 – Final

5-3 WIN vs Stoughton!!! Officially HOCK CHAMPS‼️ goals by Ronan(2), Paterson(2), and Macleod 🎉🚨🥅 hardest worker belt to Macleod!!! #LetsGo #HockChamps pic.twitter.com/1REovnKrwN

— FHS Girls Hockey (@fhsvgockey) February 9, 2019

** Wrestling = D1 Central Sectionals (@ Newton South), 10:00 AM
FHS takes 1st place in Sectional

Panther Wrestling - Sectional CHAMPIONS!!! Both Carlucci’s, Sauer, Difilippo, Sackley and Leofanti took first. MacLean and Downing 2nd. Nawn and Fracassa took 3rd. Jacoby 4th. #PantherPride pic.twitter.com/oHl1pkUjCJ

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) February 9, 2019

Panther Wrestling - Sectional CHAMPIONS!!! Both Carlucci’s, Sauer, Difilippo, Sackley and Leofanti took first. MacLean and Downing 2nd. Nawn and Fracassa took 3rd. Jacoby 4th. #PantherPride

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-02-09-19/

ArtWeek applications close Feb 22

This newsletter was shortened for publication here. To view the full contents
https://mailchi.mp/8eac7368e2f5/the-fcc-is-bringing-artweek-to-franklin-399643

ArtWeek, a statewide art festival, will be in Franklin April 26-May 5. The FCC is looking for artists & businesses to participate.

Be part of ArtWeek 2019! Application deadline is Feb. 22! ArtWeek is a 10-day festival, April 26 - May 5, 2019, featuring unique and unexpected arts and cultural experiences that are participatory, interactive, or offer behind-the-scenes access to artists or the creative process.  Anyone can host a Franklin ArtWeek event...and while the venue has to be in Franklin, the hosting organization does not!   Successful events are often partnerships between artists and venues, such as a theater or dance performance in a restaurant, or an art workshop in a retail space. We are happy to help you find a partner for your ArtWeek event, which is a great way to promote your business to the community!   So let's talk money... ArtWeek events must be open to the public (though you can limit the number of attendees through ticket sales or other means), but they don't have to be free. All events must be under $50, and you keep all revenue. Want to host a free event? Well, that's certainly encouraged too!  There is no cost for you to participate in ArtWeek, and the ArtWeek organization will help promote your business and event for FREE! Learn More http://www.artweekma.org/ Ready to participate? If so, follow the link below to apply directly to ArtWeek for your event to be part of the fun! It's a short form and easy to fill out – we promise! The deadline is Feb. 22. Be sure to let us know if you're hosting an event, so that we can add you to our special ArtWeek Franklin printed calendar. We can't wait! Still have questions? Visit ArtWeek's FAQ's for more info, or email us.                           So where do you sign?? ArtWeek Application http://www.artweekma.org/get-involved-support/create-an-artweek-event-for-2019/

Both FHS girls and boys basketball teams post wins, girls take Hockomock title

Via HockomockSports and Twitter, we share the results of the FHS sports action on Friday, Feb 8, 2019

Boys Basketball = Franklin, 67 @ Taunton, 49 – Final
– After an even first quarter, Franklin controlled the final three periods to secure a win on the road over Kelley-Rex rival Taunton. Tied at 12-12 through eight minutes, Franklin created a 30-23 lead heading into the halftime break. The Panthers then extended the lead to 49-33 after three and never looked back to get the win. Franklin junior Chris Edgehill scored 17 of his game-high 22 points in the second half, Jalen Samuels added 14 points, and both Jake Macchi and Will Harvey (all points in the first half) finished with 10 points apiece. Dante Law had a team-high 10 points for the Tigers.

Girls Basketball = Taunton, 37 @ Franklin, 82 – Final
– Franklin clinched the outright league title with the win. It’s the first title since 2013 for the Panthers. Eleven different players scored for the Panthers in the win led by Ali Brigham with 20 points. Bea Bondhus added 16 and Meghan O’Connell had 13 in the win. Sonya Fernandez was Taunton’s top scorer with 12.


For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-02-08-19/

Senior night at FHS girls varsity basketball @FHSSports

Be sure to view the video embedded in this tweet about senior Taylor Padula

Here’s an amazing story about what it means to be a team! #Franklin High Senior Taylor Padula, who has Down Syndrome, gets the start in tonight’s Girl’s Varsity Basketball game 🏀 🏆 @boston25 pic.twitter.com/InYgxUJwuE

— Nicole Oliverio (@NicoleOliverio) February 9, 2019

https://twitter.com/NicoleOliverio/status/1094077257172291586

Senior night at FHS girls varsity basketball @FHSSports pic.twitter.com/mzPOlyh6jv

— Gigi Zub (@ggzub) February 8, 2019

Franklin Cultural District Partners Meeting - Monday, Feb. 11, 2019

Dear Cultural District Partners,

The Franklin Cultural District Committee would like to remind you about the upcoming February quarterly Cultural District Partners meeting. The meeting will be held on Monday, February 11 at 7:00 PM in the Franklin Senior Center.

At this meeting the committee will provide an update on the district's website development, share our marketing initiatives, review the FCD goals and then brainstorm about potential cross partnership activities for the future. We look forward to continuing our work together to promote the arts as well as the economic growth of downtown Franklin.

We hope to see you all on February 11.

Sincerely,

The Franklin Cultural District Committee


The agenda for the meeting  was posted previously
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/02/franklin-cultural-district-partners.html

Franklin Cultural District Partners Meeting - Feb 11

When one door closes, another opens

From the Milford Daily News, article of interest for Franklin

Incontro Closes Suddenly

"Prospective customers pulled at locked door handles at the Incontro Restaurant on Thursday afternoon, unsure why they were shuttered during lunch hours. 

The once popular Italian restaurant shut down suddenly on Wednesday, but the reason for its closing is unclear. 

Jim Clark, owner of Incontro and partial shareholder of Rock N’ Coal Pizza and Sports Bar in Bellingham and Millis, said that Incontro will not reopen in the original Franklin location, but he hinted that the restaurant isn’t dead yet. 

“This was kind of sudden to me and we don’t have any immediate plans at the moment,” he said. “We’ll see how things play out.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190208/franklin-incontro-restaurant-abruptly-closes

Milford Daily News photo

Special Permit for "Distillery with tasting room in addition to the existing restaurant"

In accordance with the Town of Franklin Zoning By-Laws, the Franklin Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, February 25, 2019 at 7:30 PM in the Town Council Chambers of the Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street, for a Special Permit & Site Plan Modification application titled "Proposed Site Conditions for Glen Pharmer Distillery" prepared and submitted to the Franklin Department of Planning & Community Development on February 4, 2019 by Brookdale Mill Realty, LLC, 860 West Central st, Franklin, MA 02038. 

The site is located at 860 West Central Street in the Business Zoning District (Assessors Map 271, Lot 019). The purpose of the Special Permit is to allow Distillery with Tasting Room in addition to the existing restaurant, under CH 185, Attachment 3, Use Regulations, Schedule, Part Il, 2.9.

From the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/public_hearing_notice_38.pdf

"they were not interested in incurring the expense associated"

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

"The age-old problem about the Franklin commuter train’s late night horns has resurfaced after a Facebook post last week. 

Allen Murphy recently moved from Norton to Franklin Crossing Road. 

“For the first little while we didn’t notice it (the train), but having been there for almost two months now, most nights it’s loud,” Murphy said. “And geographically, we’re not even really that close.” 

He said there have been times when conductors sit and idle the train and blow the horn at very early hours of the morning. He said when he goes to bed he has about three hours of silence before the horn starts to blow again, waking him up a few times every night."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190209/franklin-neighbors-annoyed-by-late-night-train-horns

"they were not interested in incurring the expense associated"

“I just think that Franklin is just the best fit for me now”

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

"Robert “Brutus” Cantoreggi has decided to stay on as Franklin’s public works director after opting out of an offer to become town administrator in Norfolk. 

He was in contract negotiations with Norfolk and set to take the job there next month. But after consulting with his family and hearing how upset some Franklin residents were about his possible departure, he had a change of heart. 

“I really think it’s best for my family that I stay in Franklin,” said Cantoreggi, who lives in Millis. “It’s just a job I love, and sometimes that’s how it works. I’m just more comfortable staying here in Franklin.” 

Cantoreggi said he would remain Franklin’s DPW director “as long as they want to keep me.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190208/dpw-director-brutus-cantoreggi-to-stay-in-franklin

Jan 15, 2019
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/01/hell-do-great-job-over-there.html

Feb 5, 2019
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/02/in-news-cantoreggi-remains-in-franklin.html

DPW Director Robert (Brutus) Cantoreggi (far left) presenting
at the Town Council meeting of Dec 20, 2017