Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Monday, Mar 7, 2022

• wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Monday

9 AM 12 PM and 6 PM Talkin’ the Blues – Jim Derick & Todd Monjur
2 hours of awesome blues music, info, interviews

11 AM 2 PM and 8 PM A More Perfect Union – with Dr. Michael Walker-Jones,
Representative Jeff Roy and Dr. Natalia Linos

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 26) = MONDAY

7:59:00 am Mass Department of Public Health: CO-VID 19

8:00:00 am SAFE Coalition: Kyle Brodeur

9:00 am Concerts on the Common: Heather Deary & Carolyn Rae

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Scones

12:30 pm Sandhya: Donuts

1:00 pm Comfort Food: Comfort Food

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Fall 2019 show 4

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 3

3:30 pm Physician Focus: Unequal Treatment: Disparities in Health Care

4:00 pm The Only Cure Is Education

4:30 pm Extended Play Sessions: Season 10 Show 4 - Dicenso Clark

5:30 pm Senior Connection: Kitchen Gadgets Pt. 1

6:00 pm Veterans' Call: Veterans' Treatment

7:30 pm Frank Presents: State House Pt. 3

8:30 pm The Black Box: Beth Leavel

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 96, Verizon 28) = MONDAY

7:00 am Public School Event: Lifelong Winter Music 2021

8:30 am Public School Event: Concert Hour Day 1

10:00 am Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 1 03-14-18

2:30 pm SAFE Coalition: Kyle Brodeur

3:30 pm The Only Cure Is Education

4:00 pm It Takes A Village: Philip Hulbig

5:00 pm FHS Girls Varsity Hockey: v Andover 03-04-22

6:30 pm U. S. Army: Jazz Ambassadors 04-01-19

8:00 pm FHS Varsity Swimming: v Taunton 01-13-22

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 11, Verizon 29) = MONDAY

8:00 am Planning Board: 02-28-22

11:00 am Economic Development: 03-02-22

2:00 pm Planning Board: 02-28-22

7:00 pm Franklin for All: LIVE, Chambers, Registration is required. Go to:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUrdeutpzwvHdyO2z-d4dc6OS0py3faxZR7

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf  

Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm)

Finance Committee Agenda - March 9, 2022 - 6:30 PM

Finance Committee Meeting

Agenda & Meeting Packet

March 9th, 2022 - 6:30 PM

Agenda

1. Call to Order

2. Public Comment

3. Approval of Minutes

a. February 9, 2022

4. Presentation: Department of Public Works

5. Stabilization Fund Balances as of 3-2-2022

6. Adjourn

Agenda doc with remote connection info ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/3-9-22_fin_com_meeting_agenda_0.pdf

Finance Committee Agenda - March 9, 2022 - 6:30 PM

Franklin TV: Finding Ben Franklin, Part 6

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 03/06/2022

The Review:

Our original quest for Ben in 2012 was simply to address the need to reasonably reproduce his likeness on signage and TV by creating a proxy of the Town Seal. When blown up on an HDTV screen – not a visually pleasing representation

Our approach was simple; work with the most public image. Ben’s engraving on the hundred dollar bill was our source as an image in the public domain.

However, the U.S. mint’s printing is intended to make reproduction (counterfeiting) difficult. Our 2012 engraved image (right) has these reproduction limitations. When we reduce its resolution or its size it falls apart.

Our 2022 Ben quest took us to the source of the Mint’s version – the Duplessis portrayals. We started with a blank canvas – to reinterpret, repaint and reconstruct Ben’s likeness from scratch for modern digital publication in many forms.

Our modern interpretation of Ben Franklin is slightly younger. His image has been reilluminated, and his countenance is a bit less formal, more approachable. Our last step will be to reduce all of this detail and nuance to the limits of a notary seal. The Reveal (so far):

And – as always –

Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.

And, thank you for watching. 

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf    

 

Finding Ben Franklin, Part 6

FHS gymnastics take 2nd place in MIAA State Championships

"Here at the #MIAA 2022 Gymnastics State Championships! Thank you Algonquin HS for hosting!! #gameonMIAA" https://t.co/0NICkuu8wp 

MIAA Gymnastics Championships Final:

• 1) Masconomet, 149.325
• 2) Franklin, 144.9
• 3) Wilmington/Bedford, 142.45
• 4) Reading, 141.275
• 5) Burlington, 140.1
  

 

Here at the #MIAA 2022 Gymnastics State Championships

Kat Cornetta's recap of the Championships in the Boston Globe:

"Masconomet had a 3.65 lead going into its final rotation, floor exercise, and built on it with a wide variety of routines. From Emma Quirk’s balletic turn to Brandt’s tribute to Paula Abdul that featured an opening double pike, their skills kept the title firmly in grasp.

Franklin senior Emma White was the day’s most dynamic gymnast, and it propelled the Panthers to second place and earned her the all-around title with a 38.925. White earned a 9.8 on balance beam, with a flawless tumbling series, followed by a moonwalk for good measure. A spirited floor exercise rotation for Franklin was capped by perfect routines by both Kate Rudolph and White, with White hitting both a double back and double pike to earn a 9.75.

“It’s unbelievable what they have been able to accomplish,” Franklin coach Paula Lupien said. “They continue to elevate their skills every time they step into the gym. They did everything they possibly could have today, and I couldn’t ask anything more out of them.”

Continue reading the editorial online (subscription may be required)

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/03/05/sports/masconomet-marches-with-another-girls-gynmastics-state-championship/

FHS team poses with 2nd place trophy

MIAA tweets -> https://twitter.com/MIAA033/status/1500197465236152320  and 

https://twitter.com/MIAA033/status/1500232768806080516

Kat Cornetta's tweet with overall results ->   https://twitter.com/KatCornetta/status/1500227862892326917

MIAA video of Emma White on uneven bars ->  https://twitter.com/MIAA033/status/1500202310810677249

FHS boys hockey tops Wellesley to advance in D1 playoffs

Via HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the FHS winter sports action on Saturday: 

Boys Hockey - Division 1 = #19 Franklin, 6 @ #14 Wellesley, 2 – Final 

– Dylan Marchand scored a hat trick, helping the Panthers jump out to a 5-0 lead that it would never relinquish, booking a spot in the Round of 16 and a rematch with Hingham. Domenic Lampasona opened the scoring for Franklin after nearly seven minutes and Marchand added a pair of goals in the next two minutes to break the game open. Marchand completed his hat trick a minute into the second and then Ryan Sicchio pounced on a rebound for a power play goal to make it 5-0. Wellesley would get on the board before the end of the period, jumping on a rebound after a pair of stellar saves by Cole Pouliot-Porter. Franklin cleared off a major penalty, but late in the third (again after a couple of Pouliot-Porter saves) Wellesley would add a second. Only seconds later, Ben Jarosz found an empty net to seal the victory. 

For a Photo Gallery from this game -> 

https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-03-05-22/

MIAA bracket for D1 hockey ->

http://miaa.statebrackets.com/tmenu.cfm?tid=5780

FHS players celebrate at the end of the game

Franklin Athletics: Playoff Basketball Doubleheader returns Tuesday, March 8

MIAA Basketball Tournament - Round of 16, Tuesday, March 8

• FHS Girls host Lincoln Sudbury at 5 PM
• FHS Boys host Catholic Memorial at 7:15 PM

ALL tickets MUST be purchased on GOFAN. (NO CASH) https://t.co/kJxNhDI8OM

Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/FHSSports/status/1500127234941722633

FHS Panthers

Heard the buzz about Franklin High School Theatre Company's production of Cave Dream?

It's not to be missed! Get your tickets online to guarantee your seat today. Cave Dream Presented By Franklin High School Theatre Company Mar 18 2022, 7:00 PM BUY TICKETS Franklin High School 218 Oak Street Franklin, MA 02038 Visit here for more information TICKETING BY https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/franklin-high-school-theatre-company/cave-dream-34655

On The Stage · 254 West 54th Street, 13th Floor · New York, NY 10019 · USA

Sign up for the Shamrock Walk for Refugees - March 19 - 9 AM

We are less than 3 weeks away from the big event!

Here are a few reminders/notes as we get closer to the event:

• Check-in begins at 8 AM, with walking starting at 9 AM. If you have friends that are still thinking about walking, there will be same-day registration (starting at 8 AM)! 
• EVERYONE, young or old is invited to register! There is no set distance, but expect to walk 30-60 minutes TOTAL!
• The event will take place at the Franklin High School Outdoor Track off of Oak Street. Please park as close to the track as possible – there will be shamrock signs to help you navigate to the track.

Please remember to reach out to family and friends for pledges. They can use the same website, https://walkforrefugees.org/ and donate as much or as little as they want. Make sure they put your name when donating. As you increase the number of pledges you increase the number of raffle tickets you will receive the day of the event. There are some pretty AMAZING raffle prizes (see the sponsor list at the end)!
 
Thank you for supporting such a wonderful cause! We appreciate your support and look forward to walking with you, whether it be in-person or virtually!
 
Shamrock Walk for Refugees Organizers (Team Franklin NST)
 

Sign up for the Shamrock Walk for Refugees - March 19

Our GRACIOUS sponsors:

• Active Recovery Boston
• Bellingham Palace
• Capstan Atlantic
• Crossfit Tri-County
• Elizabeth's Bagels
• Franklin Nutrition
• Jersey Mike's
• Park Street Books
• Shaw's
• Sheryl & Patrick Perez
• TB12 

Listen to the recording with Neighborhood Support Team members Jerika Lowry and Adam Calvert as they provide details on how they organized to support the Afghan family living here and how this fund raising will help the cause -> 

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/02/inside-shamrock-walk-for-refugees.html 

FM #745 - Town Council Meeting - 03/02/22 (audio)

 FM #745 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 745 in the series. 

This session shares part of the Franklin, MA Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. 

The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format: members of the Town Council and Town Administration personnel were in the Council Chambers, some members of the public participated in person, some via the Zoom conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.

The recording runs about one hour and thirty minutes (1:30 )

The show notes contain links to the meeting agenda. Let’s listen to the Town Council meeting of March 2, 2022 Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-745-town-council-meeting-03-02-22

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Agenda document ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_meeting_agenda_-march_2_2022.pdf  

My notes from the meeting  ->  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V68RACg-cfE7DL80uaXkOSwQhTPWL2yC/view?usp=sharing 

Town Council Quarterbacking with Chair Tom Mercer ->  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/03/town-council-quarterbacking-with-tom.html

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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 www.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 #745 - Town Council Meeting - 03/02/22 (audio)

Kurbo by WW charged with collecting kids’ personal info without parents’ permission

Kurbo by WW charged with collecting kids' personal info without parents' permission by Amy Hebert, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Advertised as a weight management service for kids, teens, and families, the Kurbo by WW app and website let kids as young as 8 track their weight, food intake, activity, and more.  The problem?  Many parents didn't know their kids were using it, while the app and website were collecting and keeping information about kids without their parents' permission. Shared from -> https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2022/03/kurbo-ww-charged-collecting-kids-personal-info-without-parents-permission?utm_source=govdelivery

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Meeting Agenda - Mar 8, 2022 - 7 PM

Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting

Municipal Building - Council Chambers (Virtual Link in Agenda)

Call to Order Ms. Spencer

Pledge of Allegiance

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Citizen’s Comments

In the spirit of open communication, “the Committee will hold a public participation segment (also called Citizen’s Comments) about matters 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…. The Committee will hear public comments related to an agenda item when the Chair deems appropriate during the Committee meeting. Topics for discussion during the meeting must be limited to those items listed on the Committee meeting agenda for that evening…. ” - from Policy BEDH

C. FHS Student Representative Comments

D. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. FY23 Superintendent’s Recommended Budget  ->   https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/fy23_superintendents_recommended_budget_0.pdf

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. Policy 2nd Reading-Adoption

I recommend Adoption of Policy GDQD - Suspension and Dismissal of Support Staff Members as discussed.   https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_a_-_policy_2nd_read-adoption_0.pdf

B. Policy 1st Readings

I recommend moving the following policies to a second reading as discussed:  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_b_-_policy_1st_readings.pdf

• EBCFA - Face Coverings
• JICFB - Bullying Prevention & Intervention
• BEDB – Order of Business
• BEDH - Public Participation at School Committee Meetings

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. FY23 Budget Discussion -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-district-budget/pages/1-fy-2023-budget

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Supt. Evaluation, Budget, Community Relations/Public Schools Advocacy, Policy and Space Needs & Facilities Analysis Sub Committee)

B. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC, (SATF) Substance Abuse Task Force, (SWAC) School Wellness Advisory Council, SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council), DEI Committee (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion).

VI. New Business

A. To discuss any future agenda items

VII. Consent Agenda

• A. Approval of Minutes - I recommend approval of the minutes from the February 8, 2022 School Committee meeting and February 16, 2022 Special School Committee Meeting as detailed.
• B. FEF Gift - I recommend acceptance of a check for $12,000.00 from the Franklin Education Foundation as discussed.

VIII. Payment of Bills Ms. Spencer

IX. Payroll Ms. Stokes

X. 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.

b. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with non-union personnel. 

c. Executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(1) to consider an Open Meeting Law complaint against public officers, namely the members of the School Committee, filed with the Committee by Kyle Thompson and dated February 3, 2022.

XI. Adjournment

Link to Agenda document -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_3-8-22.pdf

Link to meeting packet -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/march-8-2022-school-committee-meeting

FY23 Superintendent’s Recommended Budget

Massachusetts House Passes Legislation To Boost Offshore Wind Development, Reduce Carbon Emissions

In an effort to meet the Commonwealth’s climate goals of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, the House of Representatives today (03/03/2022) passed legislation to further develop the offshore wind industry in Massachusetts. The legislation will also modernize Massachusetts’ electrical grid and energy storage infrastructure, and create thousands of new jobs. 

“I’m immensely proud of the steps that the House took today to ensure Massachusetts remains at the forefront of renewable energy development,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (D-Quincy). “Not only will this legislation help us reduce our carbon emissions and combat climate change, it will also spur economic development, modernize our energy infrastructure, and create thousands of new jobs in the process. I want to thank Chairman Roy for his hard work in advancing this legislation, as its passage today was undoubtedly a critical step in the right direction.” 

“I am thrilled that today the House passed legislation crucial to the development of a strong offshore wind industry in Massachusetts,” said Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (D-Franklin), House Chair of the Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy. “Massachusetts waters have the greatest offshore wind potential out of the contiguous U.S., and this legislation will ensure that the Commonwealth is prepared to harness that energy while also creating a just and robust local economy, educational opportunities for our residents, and critical upgrades to our energy infrastructure without causing undue harm to our coastal habitats or maritime industries.”  

“An Act advancing offshore wind and clean energy” (H.4515):  (https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4515)

• Makes the Massachusetts offshore wind bidding process more competitive by removing a current price cap that requires bids to be less expensive than previous procurements that has deterred companies from participating in the procurement process. Future procurements would now include economic development, employment, and environmental and fisheries mitigation benefits. 
• Invests hundreds of millions of dollars over the next decade in infrastructure, innovation, job training, supply chain capacity, and transmission upgrades. The legislation consists of tax incentives, grants, loans, and other investments.  
• Requires utility companies to proactively upgrade the transmission and distribution grid to improve reliability and resilience and accommodate the anticipated significant shift to renewable forms of energy. 
• Invests in long-term energy storage to help the Commonwealth’s transition to renewable energy.
• Provides thousands of good-paying jobs with a focus on ensuring access and opportunity for everyone.  
• Creates a DESE high school offshore wind credential training pilot program through which DESE would reimburse school districts for each student that obtains the credential.

The legislation creates parity between electric and natural gas, imposing a charge for natural gas consumers to support renewable energy, similar to the charge electric customers currently pay. At a little over $1 a month for the average customer, this is estimated to collect $23 million a year over the next 10 years to support the Commonwealth’s transition to clean energy. By diversifying Massachusetts’ energy portfolio, Massachusetts will become more energy independent and less reliant on imported natural gas that is susceptible to volatile price spikes, thereby helping to stabilize ratepayer bills in the long term. 

“An Act advancing offshore wind and clean energy” (H.4515) passed the House of Representatives 144-12. It now goes to the Senate for their consideration.  

Link to the legislation -> https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4515

Links to coverage of this legislation:

• https://commonwealthmagazine.org/energy/offshore-wind-bill-sails-through-house/
• https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/03/02/opinion/offshore-wind-is-future-massachusetts/
• https://www.wgbh.org/news/politics/2022/03/03/house-pushes-for-massachusetts-to-become-the-center-of-u-s-wind-production
• https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/03/02/business/race-offshore-wind-jobs-mass-is-falling-behind-so-now-what/

Massachusetts House Passes Legislation To Boost Offshore Wind Development, Reduce Carbon Emissions

Reminder! Learn about zoning in Franklin Monday, Mar 7, 2022 at 7 PM

Franklin for All Public Forum Monday, March 7, 7 p.m.

Join the Town of Franklin and MAPC for our first public forum on Monday, March 7 at 7PM! This will be a hybrid meeting that takes place in the Council Chambers at Town Hall (please note the change in location) and over Zoom. Click the link below to register and tell us if you plan to attend in person or remotely. Register for the March 7 Forum www.mapc.org/franklin-for-all

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