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Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Lifelong Community Learning:: Fall 2021Kids' Corner Cooking Classes
Shade Sail installed at Community Garden
Good Afternoon,
I'm happy to announce that our shade sail project has been completed and is now installed at the Community Garden. The area will be used for gardeners to enjoy lunch, read a book or just relax after tending to the garden.
We are lucky to have some incredible volunteers from the New England Chapel that worked for two days to install this structure. If you would like to send an email of appreciation to Dena Gauthier (dena@nechapel.org), and/or Robert Heriot (bheriot09@gmail.com), I'm sure they would appreciate it.The shade structure will typically be put up around Memorial Day in May and taken down around Veterans Day in November.
Thank you,
Ryan Jette
Director of Recreation
Franklin Recreation Department
275 Beaver Street
Franklin, MA 02038
Office: (508) 613-1667
Director of Recreation
Franklin Recreation Department
275 Beaver Street
Franklin, MA 02038
Office: (508) 613-1667
Mobile:(508) 400-4099
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| Shade Sail at Community Garden 1 |
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| Shade Sail at Community Garden 2 |
Boston Globe: "Caring for new moms shouldn’t depend on who pays the bill"
"Hollywood celebrities brought the issue of postpartum depression out of the shadows, but that does little to help the moms in poverty who are trying to cope with an infant and feelings of overwhelming sadness at the same time.Their struggle is a far lonelier one, made more difficult by federal Medicaid rules that limit the medical treatment covered by that insurance to 60 days past the birth of the child — despite a strong body of evidence that for many women the symptoms may not appear for months and can last for a year or more.There are efforts in Washington to change the rule, and Massachusetts is among several states that have applied for a federal waiver that would allow its MassHealth program to offer coverage for a full 12 months past a birth. But there’s been no action on either so far."
Continue reading the article online. (Subscription maybe required)
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| From left: State Senator Michael J. Rodrigues, Senate President Karen E. Spilka, and Senator Julian Cyr unveil the Mental Health ABC Act on Jan. 6, 2020.PAT GREENHOUSE/GLOBE STAFF/BOSTON GLOBE |
Monday, September 20, 2021
FM#604 - Town Council Quarterbacking - 09/15/21 (audio)
FM #604 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 604 in the series.
This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England, this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of September 15, 2021:
ok, what just happened?
What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?
We cover the following key topics
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
a. Police Department:
i. Sergeant Lee Drake - Retirement
ii. Sergeant Louis Marguerite - Promotion
5. APPOINTMENTS
a. Janice Prentice - Associate member, Historical Commission https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5a._appointment_-_prentice.pdf
b. Chuna Keophannga - Finance Committee https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5b._appointment_-_keophannga.pdf
c. Tyrel Hansen - Finance Committee https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5c._appointment_-_hansen.pdf
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS
a. Franklin Shed, LLC d/b/a Franklin Shed, New Section 12 Restaurant, All Alcoholic Beverages, and approval of manager, located at 340 East Central Street, Franklin, MA. https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/7a._web_franklin_shed.pdf
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
a. SAFE Coalition, Jennifer Knight-Levine, Executive Director
b. Delcarte Conservation Area Weed Remediation, Jennifer Delmore, Conservation Agent https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8b._delcarte_weeds_pres.pdf
10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
a. Resolution 21-53: Gift Acceptance, Franklin Public Library $5,890, Veterans’ Service Department $300, Fire Department $200 (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-53 - Majority Vote)
b. Bylaw Amendment 21-875: Chapter 82, Trash and Recycling Fee Increase - Second Reading
(Motion to adopt Bylaw Amendment 21-875 - Majority Roll Call Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/10b._21-875_trash.pdf
The show notes include links to the meeting agenda and associated documents.
Our conversation runs about 25 minutes, so let’s listen in to my quarterbacking session with Tom Mercer. Audio file => https://player.captivate.fm/episode/9ff2fbfe-abca-4e0b-893e-e69b66a08c5c
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Agenda doc (including connection info) ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/09/recap-introduction-retirement-promotion.html
Volunteer form -> http://franklinmaboards.vt-s.net/newcaf.php
The report tab is configured for two reports, one on vacancies -> http://franklinmaboards.vt-s.net/vt.php
And one on expiring terms -> http://franklinmaboards.vt-s.net/et.php
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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| FM#604 - Town Council Quarterbacking - 09/15/21 (audio) |
Franklin TV: Wine & Blues - Because, hey! Wine & Blues
by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 09/19/2021
So, what say we start with a little wine?
Our amazing wine experts Mark Lenzi of franklinliquors.com and Kim Simone of vinitaswineworks.com have been talking wine for almost 4 years now. Every single episode of The Wonderful World of Wine is a ‘spirited’ adventure (rimshot).
This year their podcast is nominated as a national finalist for a People’s Choice Podcast Award (Fingers crossed).
You can listen to Mark & Kim on wfpr●fm 102.9 – Wednesdays at 10:00 AM / 1:00 PM / 7:00 PM.
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| Franklin TV: Wine & Blues - Because, hey! Wine & Blues |
This week Jim Derick and Todd Monjar get even more serious Talkin’ bout the Blues. They will be expanding their authoritative blues program to two hours. I’m down with that. Check it out – Mondays at 9:00 AM / 12:00 noon / 6:00 PM.
So, pour a glass, turn up the earbuds – and chill. Because, hey! – Wine & Blues.
And – as always –
Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.
And, thank you for watching Franklin TV
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf or for archive purposes
Franklin Area Nonprofit Network (FANN) Meeting Agenda - Monday, Sep 20, 2021 – 7:00 PM
Franklin Area Nonprofit Network (FANN)
FANN Meeting Agenda
Monday, September 20, 2021 – 7:00 PM
1. 700 PM - Call to order, review agenda and any housekeeping Steve Sherlock
2. Introductions
715 PM open
720 PM open
725 PM open
730 PM open
3. 7:35 PM (or 7:10ish) Review and approval of Mission, Vision and Core Values https://www.franklinareanonprofitnetwork.org/2021/08/fann-steering-committee-has-two-updates.html
4. 7:45 PM (or 7:20ish) Round table on outlook for each group; what items are you working on to add to the community calendar of events?
Link to meeting day of week preference -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/06/quick-survey-results-wednesday-evening.html
Action: To submit a community or cultural event, please use this form:
https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6
5. 8:00 PM (or 7:35ish) Steering Committee, Actions, Next Month agenda, Wrap Up Bo Kinney/Steve Sherlock
4. 820 PM (0r 7:45ish) Adjourn
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Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 885 2661 6859
Passcode: wfpr1029
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The Franklin Area Nonprofit Network page is now live and functioning.
https://www.franklinareanonprofitnetwork.org/
Check out the listing of nonprofits https://www.franklinareanonprofitnetwork.org/p/area-non-profits.html
Use the form to make updates, changes, or additions
https://www.franklinareanonprofitnetwork.org/p/directory-addchange.html
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| Franklin Area Nonprofit Network (FANN) Meeting Agenda - Monday, Sep 20, 2021 – 7:00 PM |
Register O’Donnell Highlights Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center
Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell reminds consumers if they have a Registry question, the answer is just a phone call away by dialing the Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101. The department is open Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 4:30PM.
“The Customer Service Center is a one-stop shop for Norfolk County homeowners and institutional users who have land related document questions,” said O’Donnell. “These questions can vary such as confirming the current ownership of a particular property, or verifying if a discharge of a property’s mortgage has been filed after the loan has been paid off. We are glad to help with any inquiry, whether you come through our doors or call us by phone.”
Register O’Donnell further noted, “The department can also inform customers about the various cost for filing and receiving land documents. Upon a customer’s request -whether it’s by visiting us here at the Registry or by a direct mail request - we can provide copies of documents to you for a fee of $1.00 per page, plus an additional $1.00 per document to cover the cost of postage.”
The Registry only accepts cash or check payments. In addition, the Customer Service Center staff is happy to answer questions about the Homestead Act, a law which provides limited protection against the forced sale of a homeowner’s primary residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000.
O’Donnell went on to say, “For many, trying to ascertain information about land documents can be a very frustrating and intimidating experience. Please know our trained customer service staff is well-versed in all areas of land document research. By utilizing our state-of-the-art land document research system, which is also available via www.norfolkdeeds.org, people can get answers to their property questions.”
Notary services are also offered by the Customer Service Center. “All staff members are notary publics. We are more than glad to notarize any land document provided the person requesting the service appears before us and presents satisfactory proof of identification by showing either their driver’s license or passport,” said O’Donnell.
In conclusion, Register O’Donnell stated, “Providing first-class customer service is a core objective of the Registry’s mission to serve the public. We strive to ensure our customers have a positive experience when interacting with us. The bottom line is: We are glad to be of service to you.”
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
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| Register O’Donnell Highlights Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center |
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