Franklin, MA: Voter Information for Election - 2012

I prepared this for the voters in Franklin, MA

June 8th - special election - get out and vote!

Preparation and discussion for the special election in Franklin, MA on June 8th is underway. The comment boxes on individual items in the Milford Daily News can be interesting reading.

A series of 'frequently asked questions' are being addressed on Franklin Matters. If there are additional questions, please feel free to ask. We'll do our best to get them answered.  The first of the "FAQs" can be found here:
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/05/frequently-asked-questions-why-should-i.html

The summary of important links regarding the June 8th vote can be found here:
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/05/budget-override-collection-fy-2011.html

Voting is Patriotic (USA)

Voting is Patriotic (USA), originally uploaded by farlane.

Not just patriotic, is it a democratic society's duty.

Please get out and vote today!

If the world could vote

From Rosa Say's Tumblr post:

Be part of the world vote!

Love that someone put this together, for there is no doubt all our elections right now - not just the American ones - affect the entire world.

Vote before you view the results…

Franklin: register to vote by May 21st

If you are of age, please register to vote.
Visit the Town Clerks office at the Municipal Building.
You would need to register to vote by May 21st.

If you are going to be out of town on June 10th, you can pick up an absentee ballot at the Town Clerks office.

If you can't visit the Town Clerks office in person, you will need to write a letter explaining why you are out of town on the 10th (attending school, traveling on business, etc.). An email is not sufficient, they need your signature for the records so an "old fashioned" either hand written or typed note will do the trick.

Spread the word to register to vote. Franklin Schools need the money from this override.

If you need details on the Town Budget or School budget, visit the Town web site

The School Committee blog

Or Franklin Matters

Change This!

The latest proposals on Change This! are up and the voting closes on November 20th. You have time to review and vote for the proposal you'd like to see.

What are proposals?

Proposals are ideas for manifestos submitted by others like you. If you see one you'd love to read, vote for it!

How do I vote?

It is easy, go to the proposal page. Read the introduction to the proposal. If you like it, then click the vote button right there.


Where do I find out more about ChangeThis?

A good place would be their Frequently Asked Questions page.

All in favor!

Franklin, listen up

Your local school board makes the decisions that determine how your community's children are educated and how your tax dollars are spent. Voting for school board members is a simple but powerful way to support student success and strengthen your community.

Every child enrolled in your school district is a reason for you to vote in school board elections. The overall quality of your local schools, both now and in the future, rests with decisions made by the board of education. You want the best and the brightest of your fellow citizens in charge.

The Center for Public Education has a nice flyer with information on how to prepare yourself to vote. Since we are facing an election this November with all the School Committee and Town Council spots up for grabs, the time to get informed is now.

Click through to take a copy of the flyer for yourself. It is PDF file, virus free and equally important FREE for the taking.

You Have Everything to Gain—or Lose
Everyone—not just parents—has a stake in the success of public schools. When schools are strong and students succeed, everyone benefits.
• Good schools are good business—they attract employers, strengthen the local economy, and enhance property values.
• Good schools ensure our students will be prepared to keep our nation competitive in a global economy.
• Good schools keep the American Dream alive with an opportunity for every child to receive a world-class education.
• Good schools keep the quality of life in a community high by producing citizens who pay taxes and obey the law.
• Good schools teach students from all backgrounds how to live and participate in our democracy.

Election slate set for November

Michael Morton has the rundown of the candidates for each position coming up this election.

Please be aware of the candidates, their positions, their issues, etc. so that you can make an informed decision when you walk into the voting booth in the field house to cast your ballot.