From passive houses to planning and zoning, Ted helps me Make Sense of Climate in this session (audio)

FM #940 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 940 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Ted McIntyre, Franklin resident and climate activist via the Zoom conference bridge Tuesday, February 7, 2023.  

In this episode we covered the following topics: 

• Cold, weather incidents

• Bill McKIbben reference of book “End of Nature”  

• Passive House (or Haus) technology

• Wu revamps Boston planning

• Ties to Franklin efforts on “Franklin For All” project and inclusionary zoning

• Master Plan, determining the action plan for Franklin’s future 

This discussion continues our journey understanding the MA roadmap toward net zero and while it helps me “make sense of climate”, we hope it helps with your understanding as well. 

If you have climate questions or Franklin specific climate questions, send them in and we’ll try to answer them in a future session.  

The conversation runs about 36 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Ted McIntyre as he helps me ‘make sense of climate’

Audio file ->  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-940-making-sense-of-climate-23-02-07-23

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Links to articles referenced:

Polar vortex and climate change ->  https://scied.ucar.edu/learning-zone/climate-change-impacts/why-polar-vortex-keeps-breaking-out-arctic

Bill McKibben book -> https://www.amazon.com/End-Nature-Bill-McKibben-ebook/dp/B00MKZBT2G/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= 

Passive House (or Haus) -> https://www.wbur.org/news/2023/01/25/sustainable-energy-heat-winter-home-maine 

Distillery House in Boston was mentioned as a passive house example ->  https://www.distillerynorth.com/

Wu changing Boston  redevelopment processes -> 

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/economy/michelle-wu-is-ready-to-remake-the-system-for-remaking-boston/ 

See the page that collects all the “Making Sense of Climate” episodes -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/02/making-sense-of-climate-collection.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

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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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https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-clean-energy-and-climate-plan-for-2025-and-2030

Both FHS girls and boys basketball teams top North Attleboro on Friday

Via HockomockSports.com and Twitter, we share the results of the winter sports competition for Franklin High School on Friday, February 10, 2023. We also provide the link to the full set of Hockomock League results below.

Boys Basketball = North Attleboro, 49 @ Franklin, 67 – Final 

– Franklin sank four of its 11 three-pointers in the opening eight minutes to stake an early lead and the Panthers never looked back in a big win over visiting North Attleboro. Andrew O’Neill hit a pair, Justin Allen had one of his four triples, and Nick Scala tossed another in to take a 16-7 lead after one, and the Panthers never surrendered that lead. Bradley Herndon got going in the second with six of his 11 points and junior Sean O’Leary had a third of his 12 points in the second as Franklin took a 31-15 lead into the locker room. Allen had a team-high 14 points, O’Neill and O’Leary finished at 12 points apiece, and Herndon had 11 points. North senior Jack Munley and sophomore Jonnie Obuchowski each had nine points.

Girls Basketball = Franklin, 66 @ North Attleboro, 48 – Final 

– Katie Peterson scored a career-high 28 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and dished out three assists to lead Franklin to the road win that keeps the Panthers atop the Kelley-Rex by a game heading into Tuesday’s showdown with second-place Attleboro. Peterson got the visitors off to a strong start, burying a pair of threes and scoring 10 points in the first. Bridget Leo and Chloe Fales also knocked down threes for Franklin, which took a 24-8 lead after one. Peterson hit her third three and had four points in the second to help the Panthers extend the lead by two, 35-17, going into the locker room. After scoring only 17 points total in the first meeting, North found another gear offensively in the third. Despite Peterson scoring another eight points, North cut the lead by a couple, scoring 18 in the quarter. Maryellen Charette had five points and Ava McKeon, Sam Faria, and Ella McLaughlin each drilled threes for the Rocketeers. Peterson added six more in the fourth, including a drive midway through the quarter to set her new high mark. Sam Sweeney matched Peterson with five in the final eight minutes. Caelyn Leonard scored 11 (going 6-of-7 from the line), Bridget Leo added nine points and four assists, and Chloe Fales had six (all in the first). Sweeney and Charette each scored 10 and McLaughlin had nine, while McKeon and Katie Corsetti both finished with eight points for North.

For a Photo Gallery from this game -> https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2022-2023/Winter-2022-2023/North-Attleboro-Franklin-Girls-Basketball-02-10-23

For other results around the Hockomock League

https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-02-10-23/

Katie Peterson readies herself for a free throw (HockomockSports.com photo)

FHS girls indoor team takes First, boys take Third in Hockomock Championships (with top finisher results)

GIRLS TEAM RESULTS

1. Franklin – 115.50

2. Oliver Ames – 70.50

3. Mansfield – 61

4. Stoughton – 54

5. King Philip – 42

6. Milford – 32

7. Canton – 31

8. Taunton – 30

9. North Attleboro – 20.50

10. Sharon – 19

11. Attleboro – 16

12. Foxboro – 15.50

300M

1. Shayla Ford, Stoughton – 40.51

6. Sophia Cuneo, Franklin – 44.57

600M

1. Madison Bruno, Franklin – 1:40.76

1000M

1. Gwenyth Holland, Franklin – 3:06.07

1 Mile

1. Katie Sobieraj, Oliver Ames – 5:11.00

3. Meghan Griffith, Franklin – 5:46.93

55M Hurdles

1. Sarah Dumas, Franklin – 8.69

3. Ella Chandaria, Franklin – 9.05

5. Vera Hansen, Franklin – 9.33

4×200 Relay

1. Mansfield (Abigail Scott, Meghan Driscoll, Elyssa Buchanan, Chloe Guthrie) – 1:47.15

3. Franklin (Cassidy Carmignani, Ella Chandaria, Vera Hansen, Alexandra Pond) – 1:49.77

4×400 Relay

1. Franklin (Olivia Costa, Sophia Cuneo, Anna Cliff, Lainey Costa) – 4:18.67

4×800 Relay

1. Oliver Ames (Jenna Gilman, Molly Capece, Taegan Hodges, Katie Sobieraj) – 9:51.99

2. Franklin (Gwenyth Holland, Allison Powderly, Meghan Griffith, Madison Bruno) – 10:01.89

High Jump

1. Sara Dumas, Franklin – 5-00.00

4. Vera Hansen, Franklin – 4-09.00

Long Jump

1. Kiyanni Simas, Milford – 17-05.50

6. Sarah Dumas, Franklin – 16-04.00

Shot Put

1. Lily DeForge, Franklin – 37-03.00

4. Elizabeth Hopkins, Franklin – 33-08.50

8. Darby Nicholson, Franklin – 30-07.00

BOYS TEAM RESULTS

1. Mansfield – 88

2. North Attleboro – 70

3. Franklin – 53

4. Oliver Ames – 52

5. Attleboro – 47

6. Taunton – 38

T7. Stoughton – 35

T7. King Philip – 35

T7. Sharon – 35

10. Foxboro – 32

11. Milford – 19

12. Canton – 2

300M

1. Dmitrius Shearrion, Taunton – 35.01

3. Luke Sidwell, Franklin – 36.21

600M

1. Grady Sullivan, Mansfield – 1:25.67

2. Trey Lovell, Franklin – 1:26.37

3. Jake Vaccarezza, Franklin – 1:26.51

1 Mile

1. Brendan Thomas, Oliver Ames – 4:23.90

4. Jonathan Pink, Franklin – 4:52.69

7. Bradford Morin, Franklin – 4:53.37

8. Will Boozang, Franklin – 4:53.98

55M Hurdles

1. Alexander Gong, Sharon – 8.05

6. Jaret Schmidt, Franklin – 8.60

4×200 Relay

1. Mansfield (Myles Brown, Jack Reed, Nolan Clarke, Nate Kablik) – 1:33.40

7. Franklin (Luke Sidwell, Joshua Dunlap, Trey Lovell, Bryce Dragsbaek) – 1:37.75

4×400 Relay

1. Franklin (Fraser Baird, Aidan Orr, Jake Lorenzo, Jake Vaccarezza) – 3:32.93

4×800 Relay

1. Oliver Ames (Alexander Pierce, Brendan Thomas, Aidan Dupill, Ryan Sarney) – 8:31.27

4. Franklin (Jonathan Pink, Will Boozang, Andrew Scotland, Aidan Bisbett) – 8:56.21

High Jump

1. Nathan Shultz, North Attleboro – 6-03.00

5. Christopher Botchis, Franklin – J5-09.00

Long Jump

1. Nathan Shultz, North Attleboro – 22-03.00

8. Quinten Hardt, Franklin – 19-03.50

The HockomockSports.com post can be found ->

https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-league-indoor-track-championships-2023/

The full set of meet results (prelims and finals) can be found ->

http://live.lancertiming.com/meets/83/events

Girls take first at the Hock League meet! Nice team effort!

Finance Committee hears from the Town permitting departments and reviews the stormwater credit manual (audio)

FM #939 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 939 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the Finance Committee meeting held on Wednesday, Feb 8, 2023. 

Five members of the Finance Committee participated (4 absent); present in the Council Chambers were M Hamilton, N Corbosiero, Chair G Conley, N Riley, T Hansen. 

The Finance Committee continued their 'deep dive' series to hear about the permit organizations within the Town of Franklin and their first view of the stormwater credit manual currently in draft. 

These departments account for the "local receipts" portion of the Town revenue stream. The departments in order of presentation were Building & Inspections, Community Planning and Development (including Conservation) and Health.

Interesting to note that while MA general law does not require us to have a police or fire department, it does mandate these other departments.

The meeting recording runs 1 hour and 56 minutes, so let’s listen to the Finance Committee meeting Feb 8, 2023. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-939-franklin-ma-finance-cmte-mtg-02-08-23

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Meeting agenda -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/fin_com_agenda_-_feb_8_2023.pdf 

Draft stormwater credit manual -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/draft_stormwater_utility_credit_manual_rev_3_10.24.22_watermark.pdf 

Franklin TV Video link ->  

https://www.youtube.com/live/cWmkflTkiMs?feature=share 

My notes in one PDF (including screen grabs of the presentations)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a-PEcRqSbqUS-9YEEv4tAgGBb32ksUOo/view?usp=share_link 

Link to Finance Committee => https://www.franklinma.gov/finance-committee 

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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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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

multiple views of Derek Adams and Kate Sjoberg talking about storm water

Panther TV: PantherNews for Feb 10, 2023

On this week's news: 

A recap of Panther Pride Night, coverage of the Robotics team's latest competition, and where to find a "hug in a mug!" @FHSPantherbook @FranklinHS @FranklinPSNews @FranklinMatters 

https://t.co/gmeGns6c8t via @YouTube

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/fhspanthertv/status/1624073345644826626

Register now for the "Cupcake Decorating for Adults" class scheduled for March 1

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Cancellation of February 15th Memory Cafe

Hello All,

I regret to inform you that we are cancelling our "Where's The Toast" Memory Café scheduled for Feb. 15th at 1pm.  Unfortunately the Franklin Senior Center experienced a leak in the sprinkler system during the terrible cold snap resulting in some water damage.  Our Senior Center will remain closed next week as they continue to assess and repair the damage.  

We look forward to seeing you all March 15th at 1pm as Steve McGovern entertains us all with songs we love to sing and dance along to.

Thank you for your understanding,

Ariel

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Ariel Doggett

Respite Coordinator

Supportive Day Coordinator

Cancellation of February 15th Memory Café

Supplier and Distributor of Milk for the Franklin Public Schools - Invitation to Bid

Supplier and Distributor of Milk for the Franklin Public Schools

In accordance with MGL c.30B, it is the intention of the Town to enter a contract for the 2023-2024 school year, with two (2) one-year Town options to renew, with a supplier and distributor of milk products for the Franklin Public Schools. 

Additional Information:  Supplier and Distributor of Milk for Franklin Public Schools

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/purchasing/bids/supplier-and-distributor-milk-franklin-public-schools

Supplier and Distributor of Milk for the Franklin Public Schools - Invitation to Bid

Franklin's Event Outlook: Feb 10, 2023 to Feb 16, 2023

There are a lot of events to choose from this weekend and in the week ahead. Dean College has a couple of events open to the Community to celebrate Black History Month. FSPA has student performances at THE BLACK BOX. Next Thursday is multi-choice night among art, wine, and a fund raiser (likely including beverages along with wine)

One caution to the schedule; Stay tuned for updates on the Senior Center, I had a good source saying the café will be open but it implied that the building won't be fully open. If so, a couple of events listed here may be virtual only instead of hybrid.

Friday, February 10

5:30pm - Laura May Band (live music)  (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:00pm - Valentine’s Paint & Sip (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:30pm - FSPA performs "The Addams Family" (ticketed performance) (THE BLACK BOX)

Saturday, February 11

10:00am - Winter Farmers Market (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

1:00pm - Girl Scouts World Thinking Day  (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm - Adult Paint Party  (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm - FSPA performs "Family Reunion" (ticketed performance) (THE BLACK BOX)

2:30pm - Women Lead Slave Revolts with Dr. R Hall –Virtual  (Franklin Public Library)

4:00pm - FSPA performs "Family Reunion" (ticketed performance) (THE BLACK BOX)

5:30pm - Sudden Odd Behavior (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)

6:00pm - The Colgate 13 w/Electric Youth to open show (live music)  (Dean College)

7:30pm - FSPA performs "The Addams Family" (ticketed performance) (THE BLACK BOX)

Sunday, February 12

12:00noon - Super Bowl Sunday Brunch (67 Degrees Brewery)

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

1:15pm - CANCELED Second Sunday Speaker: Dean Prof R A Lawson (Franklin Historical Museum) -> Updated 2/11/23 -> Due to a death in the Lawson family, the event scheduled for Sunday, Feb 8, 2023 has been canceled and will be rescheduled. We extend our condolences to the Lawson family for their loss.

Monday, February 13

6:30pm - Uprooted: The Journey of Jazz Dance - film & discussion (Dean College)

Tuesday, February 14 - Valentine's Day

7:00pm - FBRTC Meeting (67 Degrees Brewery)

7:00pm - Yankee Quilters (Emma’s Quilt Cupboard)

Wednesday, February 15

11:00am - Franklin Q&A (hybrid event) (Franklin Senior Center)

1:00pm - Senior Scribblers (writing group) (Franklin Senior Center)

6:00pm - Evening Salon to Celebrate the Legacy of Bayard Rustin (Dean College)

6:30pm - Senator Edward M. Brooke (Franklin Public Library)

Thursday, February 16

8:30am - Town Council Office Hours (Franklin Senior Center)

6:00pm - Art Association Gallery - Reception (Escape Into Fiction)

6:00pm - Pours for the Pantry (Pour Richards Wine & Spirits)

7:00pm - Wine Barre 02038 (Intermission Café)

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The Franklin Art Association Art Gallery remains open during business hours at Escape into Fiction (Main St, Franklin)

Find the full Community event calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

The Cultural calendar displays only the cultural events      https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/pages/calendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26 

Community Calendar

An Artsy Box Project comes to Franklin! - Deadline for submissions is February 15

The Franklin Cultural District committee are thrilled to share that the Mass Cultural Council and Town of Franklin have provided funding to support a new form of public art on identified utility boxes! 

The Artsy Box Project invites you to share your interpretation of Franklin’s incredible beauty and diversity. 

Selected artists would receive a stipend between $500-$1,000 (dependent upon location) to cover time, transportation, supplies, artistic development and labor. 

Submissions will be reviewed and accepted until February 15 at 3 PM. Please follow this Artsy Box link to review the submission guidelines. We look forward to receiving your submissions. 

Three of the boxes are shown here: 

An Artsy Box Project comes to Franklin

The Artsy Box Project guidelines & submission form -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/13kpI3aoez8LMJHwKKtn37v-HUBxaDkFC/view?usp=share_link