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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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

Starting Soon. Register Now

NEW Opportunity Coming Soon Don't Miss Out REGISTER TODAY For more class options & additional details: Click here www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter!

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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

Our Franklin SEPAC discussion can create the adjacent possible for you - 02/07/23 (audio)

FM #938 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 938 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with two Franklin Special Education Parents Advisory Council (SEPAC) board members; Arielle Shearer and Patty Middelmann. 

We discuss the creation of SEPAC which dates back to the education reform efforts in the early 1990’s where each community getting special education funding in MA needs to have this committee to work with the School District.

Our wide ranging discussion centers around education and accommodations for special needs kiddos, some of the many ways on how the support group helps other parents, and that the group is also open to the entire community as we are “interested parties.”

The audio recording runs about 36 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Arielle and Patty about SEPAC and how you might get involved. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-938x-franklin-sepac-discussion-call-to-action-02-07-23

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Franklin SEPAC links & information

Website -> http://www.franklinsepac.org/ 

Facebook ->  https://www.facebook.com/franklinsepac 

Mailing List and Survey -> https://forms.gle/TYuAJLeqvLzKNbNb8 

SEPAC September Flyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cEFAFNI_Cwg7uz45nFCwPYy6kunR8c0I/view?usp=share_link 

Franklin SEPAC Spring Letter  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qcis7TW6uxBML1xkEUI_t-tu2AxRSYz5/view?usp=share_link 

Contact Email: FranklinSEPAC@gmail.com 

504 plan info -> https://www.understood.org/en/articles/504-plans-a-guide-for-teachers 

Federal IDEA legislation  ->  https://sites.ed.gov/idea/about-idea/ 

MA Behavioral Help Hotline -> https://www.masshelpline.com/

The "adjacent possible" comes from this book mentioned during the conversation:  Steven Johnson - Where do Good Ideas Come from (TED Talk) -> https://www.ted.com/talks/steven_johnson_where_good_ideas_come_from 

Where do Good Ideas Come from Book link -> https://www.amazon.com/Where-Good-Ideas-Come-Innovation-ebook/dp/B0046ZRZ30

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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"

Our Franklin SEPAC discussion can create the adjacent possible for you - 02/07/23 (audio)

FHS girls indoor track team bring home Hockomock League title

Via HockomockSports.com and Twitter, we share the results of the winter sports competition for Franklin High School on Thursday, February 9, 2023. We also provide the link to the full set of Hockomock League results below.

Indoor Track = Hockomock League Championships (@ the TRACK at New Balance) – Results and a large photo gallery coming on Friday.

Franklin girls and Mansfield boys are the team winners for the league championship. Full results and photos at some point on @HockomockSports  #hockomock  https://twitter.com/R_Lanigan/status/1623861595527909379

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

MA Senate Passes Comprehensive Rules Package

Today (2/09/23), the Massachusetts State Senate passed a comprehensive rules package updating the Senate and joint rules to incorporate the best practices learned during the COVID-19 pandemic. This package reflects the societal shift toward hybrid operations while building on the Senate’s commitment to transparency, inclusivity, and equity.

To maintain accessibility to state government, the Senate voted to include language in both the Senate and joint rules codifying the use of hybrid hearings by joint and Senate committees. This change will allow increased public participation and ensure that those who cannot be present in the State House can still participate in the legislative process.

Keeping in line with the emergency remote voting procedures adopted during the pandemic, the Senate also voted to continue the option of remote participation, which will allow members to take part in Senate sessions even when they have extenuating circumstances. These changes build on the best practices that were developed during the pandemic, and they also promote greater inclusivity.

“I am proud of the Senate for its commitment to increased transparency, inclusivity, and equity as reflected in this rules package,” stated Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “We have learned the lessons of the COVID-19 pandemic, and this rules package ensures that operations in the Senate continue to reflect the reality of work and civic engagement in the digital age. I’d like to thank Senator Lovely for her leadership and all of my Senate colleagues for their contributions.”

“The rules package released today takes the lessons learned during this unprecedented time and incorporates them into the Senate’s practices and procedures,” said State Senator Joan B. Lovely (D-Salem), Chair of the Temporary Senate Committee on Rules. “By continuing remote participation options for hearings, publishing committee votes, and allowing public access to testimony, we can create better pathways for people across our Commonwealth to access and participate in state government. I would like to thank Senate President Spilka for her leadership, my fellow committee members, and all my Senate colleagues for putting forth a rules package that is reflective of the Senate’s shared goals to meet the needs of our constituents."

The Senate’s rules package also includes robust transparency and diversity measures related to committee proceedings. Under the Senate’s joint rules package, joint committee votes will be required to be posted on the Legislature’s website, as is currently the practice with Senate committee votes. In addition, joint committees will be required to make testimony publicly available upon request, while allowing for the redaction of sensitive information. In addition, committees soliciting expert testimony will be required to make every effort to ensure that such testimony comes from a diverse group of individuals.

The Senate rules adopted today are now in effect for the remainder of the 193rd legislative session. The joint rules passed by the Senate will be reconciled with a proposal by the House of Representatives.

MA Senate Passes Comprehensive Rules Package