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Wednesday, December 4, 2019
MassBudget: Businesses Avoid $1.4 Billion in 2019 Tax Amid Decades-Long Decline in Corporate Income Tax Share
Register O'Donnell Reminds Residents About Toys for Tots Drive
Press Release - Register O'Donnell Reminds Residents About Toys for Tots Drive
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How Do I Take the 2020 Census? (video)
This Public Service Announcement lets us know about the different modes of responding to the census. Prepared by the 2020 US Census.
For more about the 2020 Census https://2020census.gov/en.html
YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/bcE5wXH17Os
For more about the 2020 Census https://2020census.gov/en.html
YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/bcE5wXH17Os
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
SimpleRecycling clothing and more cancelled today - Dec 3
SimpleRecycling clothing and more cancelled today
Due to inclement weather Simple Recycling has cancelled all of today's routes. We will continue our regular route as scheduled tomorrow.
Any resident who chooses to leave their bag out from today, may go www.simplerecycling.com to report a missed pickup. We will retrieve their bags at our earliest convenience.
SimpleRecycling clothing and more cancelled today - Dec 3 |
Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Dec 4, 2019
Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting
Municipal Building
355 East Central Street, 3rd Floor Training Room Franklin, MA
December 4, 2019
6:00 PM
Announcements:
This meeting may be recorded by audio or video
Discussion:
1 - Plastic Bag Ban Proposal
The agenda doc can also be found on the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/economic-development-subcommittee/events/234913
Prior EDC meetings
- October 23, 2019 meeting (audio recording and notes)
- Quick Summary Aug 14 (audio recording)
- June 12, 2019 meeting (audio recording)
Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Dec 4, 2019 |
Town of Franklin: Online Payments, Permits and Licensing Center
Town of Franklin Online Payments, Permits, and Licensing Center
The Town of Franklin website is a great resource for information and can save you time and a trip! Click on the "Payments & Permits" icon on our homepage to find links to our online payment portal, our online licensing center, forms, documents and more.
Or go directly -> https://www.franklinma.gov/files
Town of Franklin: Online Payments, Permits and Licensing Center |
Franklin Residents: Town Offices to Open at 10:00 AM - Dec 3, 2019
FHS' Casey, Guiliano, Hawkins named as 2019 Hockomock League Girls Cross Country All Stars
HockomockSports.com has announced the official 2019 Hockomock League Girls Cross Country All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
Hockomock League All Stars
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-girls-cross-country-all-stars/
Hockomock League MVP
- Abby Hassman, Foxboro
Hockomock League All Stars
- Sydney Hawkins, Franklin
- Sarah Guiliano, Franklin
- Caitlyn Casey, Franklin
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-girls-cross-country-all-stars/
FHS' Casey, Guiliano, Hawkins named as 2019 Hockomock League Girls Cross Country All Stars |
FHS' Brogan, Calitri, Harrington, Walmsley named 2019 Hockomock League Boys Cross Country All Stars
HockomockSports.com has announced the official 2019 Hockomock League Boys Cross Country All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
Hockomock League All Stars
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-boys-cross-country-all-stars/
Hockomock League MVP
- Michael Griffin, King Philip
Hockomock League All Stars
- Tyler Brogan, Franklin
- Nicholas Calitri, Franklin
- Declan Walmsley, Franklin
- Cam Harrington, Franklin
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-boys-cross-country-all-stars/
FHS' Brogan, Calitri, Harrington, Walmsley named 2019 Hockomock League Boys Cross Country All Stars |
“it is with regret that we have closed the Firehouse Subs permanently"
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"Fans of Firehouse Subs in Franklin Village Plaza will need to look elsewhere for a sandwich fix now that the shop is closed.
Customers this week were met with papered-over windows, a blank spot above the door where the shop’s sign was hanging, and a typed note on the door informing them of the shop’s permanent closure.
It is unclear when the shop shut its doors. Word was still spreading among customers as of Monday, with expressions of surprise shared on social media.
John MacLennan, of Plainville, said he noticed the sub shop was closed over the Thanksgiving holiday. The shop was still open as recently as Nov. 25."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20191202/franklin-firehouse-subs-closes/1
Firehouse Subs |
Franklin Public Schools: School Closed Due to Weather 12/3/19
Tuesday December 3, 2019
We have been monitoring the storm closely and have been in contact with our DPW department, who has been working long hours on snow removal and road treatment during this long duration event.
Due to the snowfall overnight and forecast for accumulating snow to last to mid-morning and continued snow showers until noon, the Franklin Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, December 3, 2019.
Hockey practice this morning will also be cancelled.
The district and school offices will open at 10:00 AM.
Please take extra care to stay safe.
Sincerely,
Franklin Public Schools
Franklin Public Schools: School Closed Due to Weather 12/3/19 |
Best Buddies: Inclusion is everywhere.
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Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). bestbuddies.org/giving-tuesday | ||||
Best Buddies International 100 SE 2nd Street, Suite 2200 Miami, FL 33131 Phone: (305) 374-2233 |
FTC Consumer Alerts: Top tips for avoiding scams at the holidays
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Monday, December 2, 2019
Franklin Public Schools - Decision on schools delay or whatever to be made in AM
December 2, 2019
Dear Franklin Families and Faculty/Staff,
We continue to follow the weather forecast carefully. Current predictions call for snow picking up overnight and continuing into the morning hours. There is some uncertainty in the storm’s intensity and timing, which could reduce snow totals.
Therefore, a decision about a delayed school day or cancellation will not be made until the early morning hours. Notification is usually sent between 5:00 and 5:30 AM.
Sincerely,
Franklin Public Schools
Franklin Public Schools - Decision on schools delay or whatever to be made in AM |
Franklin Public Schools: No Afterschool/Evening Activities for Monday Dec 2, 2019 due to the weather
Monday, December 2, 2019 - 1:00 PM
Dear Franklin Families and Faculty/Staff,
We continue to monitor weather conditions and the forecast calls for snow to continue in our area through the afternoon and into the evening with falling temperatures.
As a result of the forecast, all afternoon and evening activities for Franklin Public Schools will be cancelled today, Monday, December 2, 2019.
Sincerely,
The Franklin Public Schools
Franklin Public Schools: No Afterschool/Evening Activities for Monday Dec 2, 2019 due to the weather |
Franklin Schools - Opening on time Monday, Dec 2
Monday, December 2, 2019
Dear Franklin Families and Faculty/Staff,
We have been monitoring weather conditions and the forecast for today very carefully. Additionally, we have been communicating with both DPW and Facilities regarding the treatment of the roads and snow removal around our schools. Based on the current conditions, Franklin Public Schools will open on time on Monday, December 2, 2019.
Given that some sidewalks may be slippery, emergency busing will be in effect in the morning and students walking or waiting along routes will be offered rides by our drivers.
Sincerely,
The Franklin Public Schools
Dear Franklin Families and Faculty/Staff,
We have been monitoring weather conditions and the forecast for today very carefully. Additionally, we have been communicating with both DPW and Facilities regarding the treatment of the roads and snow removal around our schools. Based on the current conditions, Franklin Public Schools will open on time on Monday, December 2, 2019.
Given that some sidewalks may be slippery, emergency busing will be in effect in the morning and students walking or waiting along routes will be offered rides by our drivers.
Sincerely,
The Franklin Public Schools
Franklin Schools - Opening on time Monday, Dec 2 |
FHS' Bonnet-Eymard, Jackson named to 2019 Hockomock League Volleyball All Stars
HockomockSports.com has announced the official 2019 Hockomock League Volleyball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-volleyball-all-stars/
Hockomock League MVP
- Taylor Harris, Canton
- Allyson Bonnet-Eymard, Franklin
- Bridget Jackson, Franklin
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-volleyball-all-stars/
FHS' Bonnet-Eymard, Jackson named to 2019 Hockomock League Volleyball All Stars |
FHS' Paterson, Faro named 2019 Hockomock League Golf All Stars
HockomockSports.com has announced the official 2019 Hockomock League Golf All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league
Hockomock League MVP
Hockomock League All Stars
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-golf-all-stars/
Hockomock League MVP
- Chris Lavoie, Canton
Hockomock League All Stars
- Jack Paterson, Franklin
- Quinten Faro, Franklin
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-golf-all-stars/
FHS' Paterson, Faro named 2019 Hockomock League Golf All Stars |
Register O’Donnell Promotes Protection Against Real Estate Fraud
Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell today reminded Norfolk County homeowners of a free on-line Consumer Notification Service offered by the Registry of Deeds to protect county property owners against fraud.
“The Federal Bureau of Investigation, (F.B.I.),” noted Register O’Donnell, “continues to assign resources to combat property/deed and mortgage fraud. Many jurisdictions across the country have reported unscrupulous individuals recording fraudulent land documents making it appear they own another person’s home or property. Fortunately, we have not seen this type of crime take place in Norfolk County. My intent here is not to upset county property owners but to make sure my office is out front helping consumers protect their home.”
Any owner of real property in the twenty-eight communities comprising Norfolk County can join the approximately 1,100 homeowners already utilizing the service by signing up for the Consumer Notification Service free of charge by doing the following: Go to the Registry’s website www.norfolkdeeds.org, and click on the Consumer Notification Service Get Consumer “Alerts” button to complete the initial registration. From there, follow the remaining sign-up instructions.
Once you have signed up for the service, each subscriber will be able to input two names, individual or business, and the corresponding city or town in Norfolk County for monitoring. They can monitor their real estate records for such activities as changes in deeds, mortgages, mortgage discharges, non-mortgage liens, Homesteads or other land documents that might be recorded against the property. O’Donnell stated, “The process to sign-up for the service is user friendly and will only take a few minutes of your time. While the program will not prevent the fraud, it will allow residents to find out about it in a more timely manner.”
If a document is recorded against one of the names inputted for monitoring, the subscriber will be alerted via email, usually within 24 hours. The person can check the Registry’s on-line land research records at www.norfolkresearch.org as an option. If a subscriber believes a fraudulent land record has been recorded against their property, they should then immediately contact the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101. After talking with a Registry employee, the subscriber will be given a list of public safety referrals by the Registry.
Register O’Donnell concluded, “Our core mission here at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is to make sure the recording of land documents is accomplished in a secure, accurate and accessible manner. I also want to be proactive in taking any and all steps to minimize the effects of fraudulent activity related to land document recordings. The Registry’s Consumer Notification Service provides a level of protection to the program’s subscribers against dishonest individuals who commit real estate or land document fraud. After all, the biggest asset most of us have is our home. I urge people to sign up for this free program.”
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 in 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 www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.
“The Federal Bureau of Investigation, (F.B.I.),” noted Register O’Donnell, “continues to assign resources to combat property/deed and mortgage fraud. Many jurisdictions across the country have reported unscrupulous individuals recording fraudulent land documents making it appear they own another person’s home or property. Fortunately, we have not seen this type of crime take place in Norfolk County. My intent here is not to upset county property owners but to make sure my office is out front helping consumers protect their home.”
Any owner of real property in the twenty-eight communities comprising Norfolk County can join the approximately 1,100 homeowners already utilizing the service by signing up for the Consumer Notification Service free of charge by doing the following: Go to the Registry’s website www.norfolkdeeds.org, and click on the Consumer Notification Service Get Consumer “Alerts” button to complete the initial registration. From there, follow the remaining sign-up instructions.
Once you have signed up for the service, each subscriber will be able to input two names, individual or business, and the corresponding city or town in Norfolk County for monitoring. They can monitor their real estate records for such activities as changes in deeds, mortgages, mortgage discharges, non-mortgage liens, Homesteads or other land documents that might be recorded against the property. O’Donnell stated, “The process to sign-up for the service is user friendly and will only take a few minutes of your time. While the program will not prevent the fraud, it will allow residents to find out about it in a more timely manner.”
If a document is recorded against one of the names inputted for monitoring, the subscriber will be alerted via email, usually within 24 hours. The person can check the Registry’s on-line land research records at www.norfolkresearch.org as an option. If a subscriber believes a fraudulent land record has been recorded against their property, they should then immediately contact the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101. After talking with a Registry employee, the subscriber will be given a list of public safety referrals by the Registry.
Register O’Donnell concluded, “Our core mission here at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is to make sure the recording of land documents is accomplished in a secure, accurate and accessible manner. I also want to be proactive in taking any and all steps to minimize the effects of fraudulent activity related to land document recordings. The Registry’s Consumer Notification Service provides a level of protection to the program’s subscribers against dishonest individuals who commit real estate or land document fraud. After all, the biggest asset most of us have is our home. I urge people to sign up for this free program.”
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 in 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 www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.
Register O’Donnell Promotes Protection Against Real Estate Fraud |
Sunday, December 1, 2019
FPAC presents The Nutcracker - Dec 7 & 8
The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will kick off December with the holiday classic: The Nutcracker, presented December 7 and 8 at the Franklin High School Auditorium. Experience all the festive magic and colorful splendor of The Nutcracker as FPAC stages its cherished annual production of the holiday classic with live orchestra, special guest artists, and more than 100 area dancers.
The Nutcracker remains a highly anticipated and treasured part of the FPAC season - a popular holiday tradition for more than 20 years. The world-famous ballet, set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, delights the imaginations of audiences young and old with a professional production at a reasonable price.
Tickets are available at www.FPAConline.com or by calling the box office at 508-528-3370
The Nutcracker remains a highly anticipated and treasured part of the FPAC season - a popular holiday tradition for more than 20 years. The world-famous ballet, set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, delights the imaginations of audiences young and old with a professional production at a reasonable price.
Tickets are available at www.FPAConline.com or by calling the box office at 508-528-3370
FPAC presents The Nutcracker - Dec 7 & 8 |
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Dec 4, 2019
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. 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
- None
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
- None
5. APPOINTMENTS
- None
6. HEARINGS
Franklin Tax Classification Hearing
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/mai/files/12-4-19_memo_tax_rate_hearing.pdf
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
a. 99 Restaurants of Boston, change of Officers/Directors/LLC Managers & Change of Ownership Interest, 847 West Central Street
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
- None
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
a. Capital Budget Subcommittee
b. Budget Subcommittee
c. Economic Development Subcommittee
10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 19-80: Tax Classification Residential Factor (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-80 - Majority Vote (5))
10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 19-81: Tax Classification - Open Space Exemption (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-81 - Majority Vote (5))
10c. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 19-82: Tax Classification Small Business Exemption (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-82 - Majority Vote (5))
10d. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 19-83: Tax Classification Residential Property Exemption (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-83 - Majority Vote (5))
10e. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 19-84: Gift Acceptance - Franklin Public Library, $10,500 (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-84 - Majority Vote (5))
10f. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 19-85: Gift Acceptance - Franklin Senior Center, $250 (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-85 - Majority Vote (5))
10g. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 19-86: Town Council 2020 Meeting Calendar (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-86 - Majority Vote (5))
10h. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 19-87: Appropriation of Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per M.G.L Ch.44, §53F3/4 (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-87 - Majority Vote (5))
10i. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Resolution 19-88: Ad Hoc Stormwater Utility Fee Study Committee (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-88 - Majority Vote (5))
10j. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
Bylaw Amendment 19-846: Chapter 153 Stormwater Management - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw 19-846 to a 2nd Reading - Majority Vote (5))
11. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION
- None Scheduled
ADJOURN
The full set of documents released for this agenda can be found
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/december-4-town-council-meeting
in PDF form
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/12-4-19_tc_full_agenda.pdf
rain garden at Parmenter managing the storm water when it rains |
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