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FM #1832 - Rep Roy & Senator Rausch Update to Town Council - 09/16/26
This session shares key segments of the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. 9 members participated in Chambers, 1 left not feeling well.
The key segments of the meeting recording are divided into 4 parts
Part 1 - Franklin Food Pantry Update - Tina Powderly, Executive Director, Franklin Food Pantry; presentation slides https://photos.app.goo.gl/2f1TjPBcXfMxVthM8
Part 2 - State Rep Roy and Senator Rausch with a legislative update
Part 3 - Jen Levine with an update from the SAFE Coalition...
FM #1831 - Franklin Food Pantry Update to Town Council - 09/16/26
This session shares key segments of the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. 9 members participated in Chambers, 1 left not feeling well.
The key segments of the meeting recording are divided into 4 parts
Part 1 - Franklin Food Pantry Update - Tina Powderly, Executive Director, Franklin Food Pantry; presentation slides https://photos.app.goo.gl/2f1TjPBcXfMxVthM8
Part 2 - State Rep Roy and Senator Rausch with a legislative update
Part 3 - Jen Levine with an update from the SAFE Coalition...
FM #1830 - Franklin Public Library October 2026 Highlights - 09/22/26
This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion virtually on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
We talk about
Reviewed the regular open hours, book sale and holiday scheduling for the monthSunday hours (1:30 to 5 PM) returned on September 13Closed for the holiday Oct 12Book sale weekend Oct 23 & Oct 24 Library event highlights for October 2026In calendar order rather than by category this time aroundRegistration for those events required should be done through the Town website, Library page. There are nefarious folks trying to convince folks...
FM #1829 - Franklin Senior Ctr - Oct 2026 Event Highlights - 09/16/26
This session shares my conversation with Jillian Rochat, Activities Coordinator and Mary Hynes, Executive Assistant. We had our discussion in the FranklinTV & Radio Studio on Wednesday, Sep 16, 2026.
We talk about
All the key event highlights for Oct 2026Senior Expo scheduled for Oct 2, programs canceled for the afternoon of Oct 1 to prepare for the ExpoExpo is scheduled from 10 AM to 1 PM on FridayTax workoff program forms available at front desk or online Nov 30The show notes include links to the Senior Center page, the calendar of events, and to subscribe to the monthly newsletter.
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This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM. 6 of the 7 members were present in Council Chambers, 1 participated remotely.
Quick recap
While the District Improvement Plan was reviewed last meeting, this session gets to the next level down, the school level plans. They started with ECDC, the Elementary k-2, then 3-5, then middle school and high school. Each administrator(s) presented the key 4 four goals. After all the initial presentations were made, the committee then in reverse order asked questions or commented on what was presented (high school, middle school, 3...FM #1827 - Franklin (MA) 250th Anniversary Celebration Discussion - 09/18/26
This session shares my conversation with Jayson Joyce, Chair of the 250th Anniversary Celebration Committee. We had our conversation in the Franklin TV Studio on Friday, September 18, 2026.
The recording runs about 39 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Website - https://franklin250.org/
Email - chair.250@franklinma.gov
Presentation to Town Council Sep 16, 2026 https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/10976/11e-PRESENTATION---250th-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.
...FM #1826 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 09/20/26
This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of September 20, 2026.
The outlook for the week ahead September 20 through September 26, 2026The look back at the week that was September 13 through September 19, 2026--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2026/09/7-meetings-on-tap-this-week-leading-to.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...
FM #1825 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte Mtg - 09/08/26 - Part 3 of 3
This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM. All 7 of the members were present in Council Chambers.
Quick recap
District Improvement plan updates by Central office departmentsPart 1 (includes meeting opening)Teaching & LearningStudent ServicesPart 2Business/Finance Human ResourcesLifelong Community LearningPart 3 (includes meeting closing)Operations (Transportation & Food Services)TechnologyLet’s listen to Part 3
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Franklin TV video available for replay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtMItnThh5E
The meeting agenda can be found - https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Ag...
FM #1824 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte Mtg - 09/08/26 - Part 2 of 3
This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM. All 7 of the members were present in Council Chambers.
Quick recap
District Improvement plan updates by Central office departmentsPart 1 (includes meeting opening)Teaching & LearningStudent ServicesPart 2Business/Finance Human ResourcesLifelong Community LearningPart 3 (includes meeting closing)Operations (Transportation & Food Services)TechnologyLet’s listen to Part 2
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Franklin TV video available for replay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtMItnThh5E
The meeting agenda can be found - https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Ag...
FM #1823 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte Mtg - 09/08/26 - Part 1 of 3
This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM. All 7 of the members were present in Council Chambers.
Quick recap
District Improvement plan updates by Central office departmentsPart 1 (includes meeting opening)Teaching & LearningStudent ServicesPart 2Business/Finance Human ResourcesLifelong Community LearningPart 3 (includes meeting closing)Operations (Transportation & Food Services)TechnologyLet’s listen to Part 1
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Franklin TV video available for replay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtMItnThh5E
The meeting agenda can be found - https://www.franklinma.gov/Ag...
FM #1822 - Horace Mann Legacy Mtg - 09/14/26
This session shares the exclusive audio from the Horace Mann Legacy Subcommittee Meeting held on Monday, September 14, 2026. The meeting was held in the 3rd floor training room.
The recording runs about 90 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Meeting agenda
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09142026-2500
My notes in one PDF
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JBG7tGJHNGX8qAaOMWUGBDQb-NCa6Xr3/view?usp=drive_link
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FM #1821 - Chalkboard Chat - 09/10/26
This session shares my conversation with School Committee Chair Paul Griffith. We had our discussion virtually via Zoom on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Our conversation covered the following topics from the School Committee meetings of August 11, August 25, and September 8, 2026. Across the 3 meetings we covered the following topics:
Lifeline learning activities for summerHiring statusTransportation updateHandbook and policies updatedDistrict Improvement Plan reviewed, feedback providedOur conversation runs about 35 minutes. Let’s listen
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August 11 meeting recap & links
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/08/school-committee-gets-multiple-updates_0343394204.html
August 25 meeting recap & links
https://ww...
FM #1820 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 09/13/26
This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of September 13, 2026.
The outlook for the week ahead September 13 through September 19, 2026The look back at the week that was September 6 through September 12, 2026--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2026/09/full-week-of-meetings-features-packed.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...
FM #1819 - Franklin Fire 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Svc - 09/11/26
This session of the radio show shares the Franklin Fire Dept 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Services. Franklin Firefighters Local along Franklin Police Dept conducted the services at the headquarter fire station, downtown Franklin, September 11, 2026.
Speakers in order
Master of Ceremony - Josh ImpeyChaplain Bob PoitrasState Representative Jeff Roy and State Senator Becca RauschDeputy Police Chief West, and Police Chief TJ LynchFire Chief Charles AllenMusical performances of the National Anthem, Amazing Grace, and Taps performed by Franklin High School students guided by Dianne Plouffe
The conversation runs about 40 minutes. Let’s listen in...
FM #1818 - Town Council Quarterbacking - 09/04/26
This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Councilor Max Morrongiello. We had our conversation in person at the Franklin TV & Radio Studios on Friday, September 4, 2026. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of September 2, 2026.
We focus on two questions:
ok, what just happened?What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?We cover the following key topics
Approval of Police Chief James WestExcess sewer capacity sold to Medway, MillisTown properties, presentation by Kate Hinckley GIS, then discussion on the key decisions; siting the Police Station, then what...FM #1817 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte - Policy Subcmte Mtg - 09/08/26
This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee Policy Subcmte meeting held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. All 3 members (Dave Callaghan (Chair), Al Charles, Reis Hansen) participated in the session held in the 3rd floor training room. Superintendent Giguere, Dr Tina Rogers, and Dr Bob Dutch also participated.
Quick recap:
Discussion on the recent release of new model policies, procedures and guidance by the Healey-Driscoll Administration today to help K-12 schools and child care programs respond to civil immigration enforcement, protect confidential information and implement the PROTECT Act ahead of the 2026–2027 school year. The District already had internal pr...FM #1816 - Franklin (MA) Town Council Mtg - P3 of 3 - 09/02/26
This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. 7 members participated in Chambers, 2 remotely so all votes were via roll call.
The meeting recording is divided into 3 parts
Part 1 - opening through to Police Chief appointment (approx. 90 minutes)
Part 2 - other appointments, excess sewer capacity discussion and Legislation for action (approx. 50 minutes)
Part 3 - presentation on TOwn of Franklin properties by Kate Hinckley, GIS and discussion on the key decisions to be made; Police station site, then...
FM #1815 - Franklin (MA) Town Council Mtg - P2 of 3 - 09/02/26
This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. 7 members participated in Chambers, 2 remotely so all votes were via roll call.
The meeting recording is divided into 3 parts
Part 1 - opening through to Police Chief appointment (approx. 90 minutes)
Part 2 - other appointments, excess sewer capacity discussion and Legislation for action (approx. 50 minutes)
Part 3 - presentation on TOwn of Franklin properties by Kate Hinckley, GIS and discussion on the key decisions to be made; Police station site, then...
FM #1814 - Franklin (MA) Town Council Mtg - P1 of 3 - 09/02/26
This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. 7 members participated in Chambers, 2 remotely so all votes were via roll call.
The meeting recording is divided into 3 parts
Part 1 - opening through to Police Chief appointment (approx. 90 minutes)
Part 2 - other appointments, excess sewer capacity discussion and Legislation for action (approx. 50 minutes)
Part 3 - presentation on TOwn of Franklin properties by Kate Hinckley, GIS and discussion on the key decisions to be made; Police station site, then...
FM #1813 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 09/06/26
This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of September 6, 2026.
The outlook for the week ahead September 6 through September 12, 2026The look back at the week that was August 30 through September 5, 2026--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2026/09/labor-day-gives-us-long-weekend-and.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...
FM #1812 - High School Entrepreneurs - SNND Events - 08/31/26
This session of Franklin Matters shares my conversation with Saumy Jani and Andrew Bairos. As freshmen at FHS, they created SNND Events to make money and have been successful doing so. We had our conversation via Zoom on Monday, August 31, 2026.
Discussion items:
How they startedHow they networked and expandedAdvice for other students, start earlyThe conversation runs about 18 minutes. Let’s listen in
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SNND Events web page - https://snndevents.com/
Instagram page - https://www.instagram.com/snndevents/
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We are now pr...
FM #1811 - Commission On Disability Mtg - 09/03/26
This episode shares the Franklin Commission on Disability Meeting held on Sep 3, 2026 at the Franklin Senior Center. The meeting was interrupted by a fire alarm at the Senior Center. The group managed to practice a safe exit and added planning for disability accommodations (as needed) for Town facilities and public events to their list of topics.
Quick recap:
Discussion on a backup clerk for this session, initially John, then Julie took notes.Update on the accessibility working down at the Town level, becoming more formal, coordinating multiple departments as needed, likely meeting quarterly to work on...FM #1810 - Joint Budget Subcmte Mtg - 08/13/26
This session shares the Joint Budget Subcmte Meeting held on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
TA Jamie Hellen provides a budget update https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/10586/3a-MEMO---FY27-Update-and-Five-Year-Forecast- five year forecast more accurate based on the process https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/10582/03b-1-Five-Year-Fiscal-Forecast---Control-Summary-Forecast Discussion on goals https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/10588/04-JBSC-2026-27-Goals Consensus developed around three goals;, in my kitchen English wording - (1) education/awareness of the Town finances (2) alignment on the structural deficit for 3 years (3) potential solutions or strategy to resolve such deficit in that time. Additional wordsmithing being done by the committee...FM #1809 - Franklin Fodd Pantry & Hunger Action Month - 08/28/26
This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Tina Powderly, Executive Director of the Franklin Food Pantry. We had our conversation in person in the community room at The Franklin Food Pantry on Friday, August 28, 2026.
Discussion items:
Hunger Action Month, nationwide program by Feeding AmericaInfographic confirms volume increasesMany ways to help, take a tour, volunteer, donate items, money, etc.Plans for expansion to meet the growing needThe conversation runs about 32 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Franklin Food Pantry web page -> https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/
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FM #1808 - Franklin (MA) Board Of Health Mtg - 09/02/26
The Franklin, MA Board of Health met on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 5 PM as scheduled. All three members were present in the 3rd floor training room with the full representation of the Health Department members.
Quick recap:
Approval of minutes for June, so moved, second, passes 2-0-1 (1 absent, in route to meeting)Updates from all departments gathered weekly for Town communications efforts, Director to share with Board what she sharesMotion to accept MHOA as agent for tobacco checks, etc. new Memo of Understanding (MOU), second, passes 3-0 (Daddario arrived)Update on Kratom, actioned by Federal agency...FM #1807 - School Cmte Mtg - 08/25/26
This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM. 6 of the 7 members were present; 1 participated remotely (O'Sullivan) (hence all votes were via roll call), 1 member absent (Callaghan).
Quick recap
New administrators and Central office personnel were introduced and photos taken to share with the communityHuman Resources provided a hiring update, in a better position now with 17 openings than the prior 3 years, some of the openings are in the process of being fulfilledReview of the changes to the school handbooks for the high school, middle school, elementary and ECDC. Mostly minor...FM #1806 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 08/30/26
This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of August 30, 2026.
The outlook for the week ahead August 30 through September 5, 2026The look back at the week that was August 23 through August 29, 2026--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2026/08/september-opens-with-host-of-meetings.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...
FM #1805 - Voices Of Franklin - 08/18/26
This session shares the Voices of Franklin session held on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at the Franklin Senior Center. Yes, there can be important conversations between the generations. This shares the first of a series of "Voices of Franklin.”
Coordinated by Franklin Interact Club, Franklin Rotary Club, Franklin Senior Center, and Franklin Recreation. Held at the Franklin Senior Center and the audio recording was made by Franklin TV.
About a dozen seniors and about 15 high school students gathered for a few games, some lunch (and conversation) then, the center piece discussion of the day.
A de...
FM #1804 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte Mtg - 08/11/26
This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM. 6 members of the Committee participated, 6 in person, 1 remote.
Quick recap
The Superintendent Report provides updates on multiple items; planning for Sept, transportation, hiring status (positions open, a better view to be provided next time), work on facilities progressing. Ms Melotti out on maternity leave, Dr Bob Dutch back to fill in while she is out, important school start dates on webpage - https://www.franklinps.net/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars/ Joint presentation and updates on summer learning from Student Services and...FM #1803 - Franklin Senior Center Sept 2026 Event Highlights - 08/19/26
This session shares my conversation with Chasity Cheng, Deputy Director and Jillian Rochat, Activities Coordinator. We had our discussion in the Franklin Senior Center on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
We talk about
All the key event highlights for Sept 2026Change in fitness class on Tue/Thu to ensure safety of participants, limited to first 35 Senior Center Yard Sale - Saturday, Sept 12Nominations for Stella Jeon Silver Spirit Award close Sept 22First Senior Center Art Gallery - Sep 24Senior Expo scheduled for Oct 2, programs canceled for the afternoon of Oct 1 to prepare for the ExpoThe show...
FM #1802 - Franklin Public Library Sept 2026 Event Highlights - 08/22/26
This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion virtually on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
We talk about
Reviewed the regular open hours, book sale and holiday scheduling for the monthSunday hours (1:30 to 5 PM) return on September 13Book sale weekend Sep 18 & Sep 19 Library event highlights for September 2026In calendar order rather than by category this time aroundRegistration for those events required should be done through the Town website, Library page. There are nefarious folks trying to convince folks otherwise via Facebook...
FM #1801 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 08/23/26
This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of August 23, 2026.
The outlook for the week ahead August 23 through August 29, 2026The look back at the week that was August 16 through August 22, 2026--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2026/08/last-week-of-august-light-on-meetings.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...
FM #1800 - Talk Franklin - 08 /17/26
This session of the radio show shares our “Talk Franklin” discussion with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen. We recorded our conversation virtually via Zoom on Monday, August 17, 2026.
Key topics
Mid-summer statusTown Council & contract extensionA validated budget for FY 2027Joint Budget working on a strategyMore topics comingSept 2Town available land and facilitiesSept 16Legislative update with Senator Rausch & Rep RoyPresentations by Food Pantry, SAFE Coalition, 250th CelebrationSept 3Police station building committeeEconomic Development Split tax workshopsUMass students study on downtownThe recording runs about 37 minutes. Let’s listen to our conversation.
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Town of Frankl...
FM #1799 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 08/16/26
This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of August 16, 2026.
The outlook for the week ahead August 16 through August 22, 2026The look back at the week that was August 9 through August 15, 2026--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2026/08/a-relatively-quiet-week-ahead-lets.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...
FM #1798 - Talking With Super Kids - 08/04/26
Two young authors came to the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 to talk about their new book, “Super Kids”. You get to meet TJ Bowser and Christopher Charles and hear their story about this book, the first of a series.
We talk about
Their goalTheir collaborative writing processAnd to “not give up”Our conversation runs about 15 minutes.
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You can buy the book on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H6CN33PZ
The book/authors website https://sites.google.com/view/superkids-book/super-kids...
FM #1797 - Franklin (MA) Town Council Mtg - 08/12/26
This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The Council conducted this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. All 9 members participated in Chambers.
The Council voted to enter Executive Session immediately and about 4 hours later returned to open session, voting to return to open session before the recording was enabled.
This post Executive Session portion was successfully broadcast to cable subscribers and to YouTube but unavailable for Zoom.
Recap:
There was only one action item on the agenda, to negotiate the Town Administrator contract in Executive...
FM #1796 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte - Policy Subcmte Mtg - 08/11/26
This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee Policy Subcmte meeting held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. All 3 members (Dave Callaghan (Chair), Al Charles, Reis Hansen) participated in the session held in the 3rd floor training room. Dr Tina Rogers and Paula Marano also participated.
Quick recap:
comment for discussion on page 3 of the restraint policy, suggestion to better clarify the separation of what is or isn't allowed by state and or here in Franklin; should be run by P Marano to confirm discussion on proposed adult meal price from $4.75 to $5.75at FHS higher utilization and a good...FM #1795 - Horace Mann Legacy Subcmte Mtg - 08/10/26
This session shares the exclusive audio from the Horace Mann Legacy Subcommittee Meeting held on Monday, August 10, 2026. The meeting was held in the 3rd floor training room.
The recording runs about 75 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Meeting agenda
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-2436
My notes in one PDF
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w37wBgM4rHwGkXX5ZF6Kdod5ujkWMLXR/view?usp=drive_link
Horace Mann Statue unveiled in 2017. The dedication post contains the audio of the event, including the FS...
FM #1794 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 08/09/26
This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of August 9, 2026.
The outlook for the week ahead August 9 through August 15, 2026The look back at the week that was August 2 through August 8, 2026--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/
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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...
FM #1793 - Franklin Commission On Disability Mtg - 08/06/26
This episode shares the Franklin Commission on Disability Meeting held on August 6, 2026 at the Franklin Senior Center. 8 of the 9 members were present, (M Furilla absent).
Quick recap:
Discussion brainstorming ideas for potential use of their annual budget along with the use of the fees accumulated from parking fines paid by those violating accessibility spaces.Approved use of funds ($100) to obtain membership in Downtown Partnership to gain booth space for the Harvest FestivalDiscussion on purchase of Disability Pride Flag, would also need to adjust the current flag bylaw (https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/1107/2024-Town-Council-Flag-Policy-PDF?bidId=)Discussion...