Franklin, MA: School Committee - Meeting Agenda for Aug 22, 2023 |
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Saturday, August 19, 2023
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Meeting Agenda for Aug 22, 2023
Notice from the Department of Public Works: Phase 7 Sewer Lining Project Starts Week of August 21, 2023
Notice from the Department of Public Works:
Starting Monday, August 21st, 2023, the Town's contracted vendor; Inland Waters Inc. will conduct cleaning and CCTV inspection of the sewer lines on the following streets ...
- Alpine Row
- Beaver St.
- Chestnut St.
- Church St.
- Corbin St.
- Crescent St.
- Cross St.
- Emmons St.
- Fales St.
- Garden St.
- Highland St.
- Hillside Rd
- Horace Mann Elementary Parking Lot
- Josephine St.
- Main St.
- Milliken Ave.
- Moore Ave.
- Oak St.
- Pleasant St.
- Queen St.
During this part of the lining there will be minimal disruption to sewer service. If you experience any issues please call the DPW at 508-553-5500.
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/notice-department-public-works-phase-7-sewer-lining-project-starts-week-august-21st-2023
Notice from the Department of Public Works: Phase 7 Sewer Lining Project Starts Week of August 21st, 2023 |
Multi-town moving memorial vigil - Aug 31
Multi-town moving memorial vigil - Aug 31 |
Mass. seal, motto commission asks for public input on new design
survey on seal, flag |
The Guardian: 2 articles on PFAS
Drinking water of millions of Americans contaminated with ‘forever chemicals’
"Drinking water consumed by millions of Americans from hundreds of communities spread across the United States is contaminated with dangerous levels of toxic chemicals, according to testing data released on Thursday by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).The data shows that drinking water systems serving small towns to large cities – from tiny Collegeville, Pennsylvania, to Fresno, California – contain measurable levels of so-called “forever chemicals”, a family of durable compounds long used in a variety of commercial products but that are now known to be harmful.The water of as many as 26 million Americans is contaminated, according to an analysis of the new EPA data performed by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a Washington DC-based non-profit."
New data shows that about one-in-10 drinking water systems contain the two most notoriously dangerous forever chemicals. Photograph: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images |
"The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) office responsible for protecting the public from toxic substances has changed how it defines PFAS for a second time since 2021, a move critics say they fear will exclude thousands of “forever chemicals” from regulation and largely benefit industry.Instead of using a clear definition of what constitutes a PFAS, the agency’s Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics plans to take a “case-by-case” approach that allows it to be more flexible in determining which chemicals should be subjected to regulations.Equipment used to test for PFAS in drinking water.Among other uses for the compounds, the EPA appears to be excluding some chemicals in pharmaceuticals and pesticides that are generally defined as PFAS, current and former EPA officials say, and the shift comes amid fierce industry opposition to proposed limits on the chemicals."
The Guardian: "Revealed: WHO aspartame safety panel linked to alleged Coca-Cola front group"
"In May, the World Health Organization issued an alarming report that declared widely used non-sugar sweeteners like aspartame are likely ineffective for weight loss, and long term consumption may increase the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and mortality in adults.A few months later, WHO declared aspartame, a key ingredient in Diet Coke, to be a “possible carcinogen”, then quickly issued a third report that seemed to contradict its previous findings – people could continue consuming the product at levels determined to be safe decades ago, before new science cited by WHO raised health concerns.That contradiction stems from beverage industry corruption of the review process by consultants tied to an alleged Coca-Cola front group, the public health advocacy group US Right-To-Know said in a recent report."
Friday, August 18, 2023
Franklin's Event Outlook: August 18, 2023 to August 24, 2023
Friday, August 18
1:00pm - Book Sale ($1/book) (Franklin Public Library)
Franklin Farmers Market |
2:00pm - Franklin Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)
2:00pm - Thrift Threads thrift shop (Franklin Federated Church)
3:00pm - Hogwash BBQ (food truck) (Franklin Town Common)
3:30pm - Bus-14 (live music) (Franklin Town Common)
6:00pm - Jamie Barrett (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)
6:00pm - Tyler Zajac (live music) (La Cantina Winery)
6:00pm - The Reminiscents (live music) (Franklin Town Common)
8:00pm - Movie Night: "The Incredibles" (Franklin Town Common)
Saturday, August 19
9:00am - Book sale ($1/book) (Franklin Public Library)
Birchwood Bakery & Kitchen |
10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
12:00pm - Pangea Cuisines (food truck) (67 Degrees Brewery)
1:00pm - Bag sale (books at $5/bag) (Franklin Public Library)
3:00pm - Franklin TV - Block Party & Open Board Meeting
4:00pm - Moxie (live music) (La Cantina Winery)
5:00pm - Michael Rivelis (live music) (Birchwood Bakery & Kitchen)
La Cantina Winery |
Sunday, August 20
7:30am - All you can eat Breakfast (Franklin Rod & Gun Club)
10:00am - FUSF Service "Trees: Bridges to Spirit" (First Universalist Society of Franklin)
1:00pm - Cornhole Tournament (Franklin Odd Fellows fundraiser at Bellingham Sportsmans Club)
1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
2:00pm - The Fourtet (live music) (La Cantina Winery)
Monday, August 21
6:00pm - A Silent Voice (movie night) (Franklin Public Library)
Tuesday, August 22
11:00am - Books to Go (Horace Mann Middle School)
2:30pm - Rainbow Café (Franklin Senior Center)
Wednesday, August 23
10:00am - FSPA Open House
1:00pm - Senior Scribblers (writing group)
Thursday, August 24
6:00pm - Open Mic Night
6:00pm - Charlie Rock (live music)
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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 School district calendar is found https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26
Franklin's Event Outlook: August 18, 2023 to August 24, 2023 |
Franklin Food Pantry Welcomes New Board Members: Barton, Baur, Harrington, & Stott
Amber Baur is a demonstrated strong senior leader with more than 30 years in operations, service management, and employee development. She earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees in business administration. She finds great joy in helping others through volunteering at the Franklin Food Pantry, coaching Franklin Youth Soccer, and being a docent at Southwick’s Zoo. She and her family reside in Franklin.
David Stott is Senior Vice President, General Counsel at Sensata Technologies, an NYSE-listed industrial technology company. He practiced corporate law with private law firms in New York City, London, and Houston. David previously served on the Governance Committee of the Food Pantry Board. He and his family reside in Franklin.
About the Franklin Food Pantry, Inc.The Franklin Food Pantry, Inc. offers supplemental food assistance and household necessities to more than 1,300 individuals per year. The Franklin Food Pantry is not funded by the Town of Franklin. As a private, nonprofit organization, we depend on donations from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other strategic partners.
We are grateful for our many partnerships, including that with the Greater Boston Food Bank, that allow us to achieve greater buying power and lower our costs. Donations and grants fund our food purchases, keep our lights on, and put gas in our food truck. Programs include home delivery, a weekend backpack program for Franklin school children in need, mobile pantries, emergency food bags, and holiday meal packages.
The Pantry is located at 341 W. Central St. in Franklin, Massachusetts on Route 140. Visit www.franklinfoodpantry.org for more information.
Franklin Public Schools, MA: Now hiring for a variety of positions districtwide
FPS is hiring for a variety of positions districtwide.
We are seeking substitute teachers, adjustment counselors, educational support professionals and more.
View the full list of employment opportunities here: https://t.co/AXtem0Mwfn
Shared from -> https://t.co/NMG2VxZi84
Franklin Public Schools, MA: Now hiring for a variety of positions districtwide |
The Great Zucchini Races - Friday at the Farmer Market - Aug 18
1. Best decorated2. Best use of veggies3. Funniest name4. Your favorite overall
Senator Rausch To Host Community Town Halls; in Franklin on Oct 16
Southern RegionMonday, September 18, 2023, 6 PMMilford Town Hall, 52 Main St, MilfordNorthern RegionMonday, October 2, 2023, 6 PMNeedham Town Hall, 1471 Highland Ave, NeedhamSouth Central RegionMonday, October 16, 2023, 6 PMFranklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill St, FranklinCentral RegionMonday, October 30, 2023, 6 PMNorfolk Library, 2 Liberty Ln, Norfolk
Conservation Commission Meeting RESCHEDULED from August 24 to August 22
The August 24, 2023 Conservation Commission Meeting has been rescheduled to August 22, 2023 at 7:00 PM in the Room 326A (Third Floor Training Room) of the Town Hall at 355 East Central Street. This decision was made at the August 10, 2023 Conservation Commission Meeting.
As such, there will be no meeting of the Franklin Conservation Commission held on August 24, 2023.
The next Conservation Commission Meeting following August 22, 2023 will be held on September 7, 2023 at 7:00 PM at the Franklin Town Hall Council Chambers at 355 East Central Street. An Agenda for that meeting will be posted prior to the date it is scheduled for with more details, including a link to attend remotely.
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/news/conservation-commission-meeting-rescheduled-august-24-august-22
Conservation Commission Meeting RESCHEDULED from August 24 to August 22 |
Davis Thayer Reuse Committee hears & discusses multiple options for the building (audio)
FM #1040 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1040 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares the audio for the Davis Thayer Reuse Committee meeting held on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 in the Council Chambers.
The committee heard and discussed many ideas for possible reuse of the former school building. Police station, community arts center, housing, and recreation headquarters were among the key items mentioned. Splitting the land into 2 parcels was suggested. Another was to build a new municipal building in addition to the police station and sell off the current municipal building was a new idea.
Multiple parties apparently being invited to the next meeting proposed for Sep 19 at 7 PM. Police Chief, arts and recreation, and housing trust representatives among the key participants suggested to provide insights to the discussion.
Arrangements being finalized for movers to clear the facility to enable open houses for the community (and committee) to view the building, Open houses likely to be scheduled in October.
The recording runs about 80 minutes, so let’s listen to the Davis Thayer Reuse Committee meeting. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1040-davis-thayer-reuse-cmte-mtg-08-15-23
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The meeting agenda ->
The draft facility condition report ->
The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/HRdzWScNZCA
My notes captured via Twitter during the meeting are in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nQU6e9arZuu33HTFtMjnY_eVf084AKBU/view?usp=drive_link
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Child car seat installed or inspected in Whitinsville on Saturday
Child car seat installed or inspected in Whitinsville on Saturday |
"This Saturday, join our partners from @MassStatePolice at the MSP Museum and Learning Center in Whitinsville to have your child's car seat installed or checked for FREE!"
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