Select Board – 1/5/21

Posted on January 4, 2021 | Comments Off on Select Board – 1/5/21
TOWN OF MEDFIELD MEETING NOTICE Posted in accordance with the provisions of MGL Chapter 39 Section 23A, as amended Due to the COVID-19 emergency, this meeting will take place remotely. Members of the public who wish to view or listen to the meeting may do so by joining via the web, or a conference call. 1. To join online, use this link: a. https://medfieldnet. zoom.us/j/81577342022?pwd=ZTV3VU1EMnRBOHJINGh6SS9wV3dvdz09 b. Enter Password: 060672 2. To join through a conference call, dial 929-436-2866 or 312-626-6799 or 253-215-8782 or 301-715-8592 or 346-248-7799 or 669-900-6833 a. Enter the Webinar ID: 815 7734 2022 b. Enter the password: 060672 The packet with meeting materials for this meeting is located at this link: https://www.town.medfield.net/DocumentCenter/View/4752/BOS-Meeting-Packet-January-5- 2021 Board of Selectmen Board or Committee PLACE OF MEETING DAY, DATE, AND TIME Remote Meeting held on Zoom Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 7:00 pm Agenda (Subject to Change) Call to Order Disclosure of video recording We want to take a moment of appreciation for our Troops serving around the globe in defense of our country Appointments 1. Public Hearing for Eversource for installation of one new pole to provide electric service for an electric vehicle charging station located at 478 Main Street Posted: 2. Fred Davis, Medfield Energy Committee to discuss the Medfield State Hospital Discussion (potential votes) 3. COVID-19 Status Update and CARES Funding Update Action Items 4. Aura at Medfield Regulatory Agreement – Local Initiative Program 5. Accept resignation of Bryan Syrett Consent Agenda Citizen Comment Town Administrator Updates Next Meeting Dates January 19, 2021 February 2, 2021 Selectmen Reports Informational Medfield ZBA Decision: Clark Tavern, 353-355 Main Street Massachusetts Administration & Finance Federal Funds Office Memo re: CARES Act Extension

Meeting materials here – http://www.town.medfield.net/663/Agenda-Packets

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Office Hours = next Friday, 8-9AM

Posted on December 31, 2020 | Comments Off on Office Hours = next Friday, 8-9AM

Select Board Office Hours will be next Friday 8-9AM

This month’s Select Board office hours will be Friday January 8, 2021 from 8-9AM, due both to New Years Day being tomorrow and the Massachusetts Select Board Association holding its annual meeting next Friday at 9AM,

I usually hold regular monthly office hours at The Center on the first Friday of every month from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. 

Residents are welcome to call me at that time at 508-359-9190 to talk about any town matters.

I can be reached via 508-359-9190 or this blog about Medfield matters https://medfield02052.wordpress.com, where any schedule changes will be posted. 

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New Years resolution = donate to the MFi!

Posted on December 31, 2020 | Comments Off on New Years resolution = donate to the MFi!

Still time to make a 2020 donation to the Mfi

Below is the first ever Medfield Foundation annual appeal, that went to about 3,300 homes. If you want to donate for 2020, just date your check today, or contribute on-line at https://www.medfieldfoundation.org/give.

Donor Information First Name Last Name Address City, State, Zip Phone Email I would like my donation to be anonymous I would like more information on becoming a Legacy Fund Founder My employer oers matching gifts to double the value of my donation Please complete reverse side Please make your checks payable to Medeld Foundation, Inc. All donations are tax deductible. Medeld Foundation is a 100% volunteer-run organization. 100% of this donation goes directly to support your cause. Gift Donation Form Medeld Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprot organization (Tax ID #04-3559057) which makes all donations to us tax-deductible. Make your donation by December 31 to ensure that it can be deducted from this year’s taxes. Gift Donation Form Angel Run Public Need Fund Donation $50 $100 $250 Other: Legacy Fund Founder Donation $5,000 Legacy Fund Founder $5,001 - $9,999 Partner Circle $10,000 - $24,999 Heritage Circle $25,000+ Legacy Circle Legacy Fund General Donation $50 $100 $250 Other: Founder Level donations may be paid over one to four years. Desired number of annual payments: Please complete reverse side Please return in the enclosed envelope Proceeds from our annual Angel Run benet Medeld residents in need. This year, more than ever, your donation is critical for our ability to continue our 15th year of supporting the local community. I would love to share that I am a single mom of four children... I’ve been out of work for three weeks, still waiting on my unemployment, and it is so nice to know that this program is there and helping so many. I can’t say enough good about this amazing program. God bless and thank you so very much. When you are told that there are people that care about their community to donate something they have that others don’t, it means so much. It really took a lot of pressure off me so I thank you with all my heart. . .my guardian angel. The Medeld Foundation Legacy Fund is an endowment created to support community driven projects to ensure a strong and vibrant Medeld, now and in the future. Friends of the Medeld Rail Trail First ever MFi Legacy Fund grant recipients The Friends of the Medeld Rail Trail was a recipient of a $5,000 grant, which they felt was key to showing community support as they applied for state funding. Since that time, the Rail Trail has received a total of $200,000 in additional grants from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation for the creation of the Medeld Rail Trail. Recently the Medeld Select Board signed a lease with the MBTA for the rail righ-of-way and construction on the project should begin in the spring of 2021. Visit them at medeld.baycolonyrailtrail.org Medeld Cares About Prevention (MCAP) was a recipient of a $5,000 grant to enlist the services of Bright Solutions Consulting to help them apply for a federal “Drug-Free Communities” grant. The grant request was successful and Medeld was awarded $625,000 to be used over a ve-year period to implement comprehensive strategies to reduce youth substance use in Medeld. Visit them at MedeldCares.org The Cultural Alliance of Medeld (CAM) was a recipient of a $10,000 grant from the MFi Legacy Fund. Under the guidance of Jean Mineo, The Cultural Alliance is working to develop an Arts Center at the Medeld State Hospital. The Medeld Select Board and the State of Massachusetts have approved a long-term lease with the Cultural Alliance which is now in the process of raising additional funds for the renovation and operations of the Arts Center from private resources. The MCAP coalition owes the success of the $625,000 DFC grant application to the Medfield Foundation Legacy Fund grant, which allowed MCAP to hire an experienced grant writer,” said Chelsea Goldstein-Walsh LICSW, of Medfield Outreach. “We are looking forward to launching a proactive and comprehensive effort to decrease youth substance use and promote wellness in the community. I don’t know what to say. You saved 3 people. Testimonials from some of the people helped through your donations . 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Medfield Helping Hands, a Medfield Foundation initiative

Posted on December 23, 2020 | Comments Off on Medfield Helping Hands, a Medfield Foundation initiative

Colleen Sullivan’s article in the Medfield Patch –

Please Consider Joining “Medfield Helping Hands”

The Medfield Helping Hands is a volunteer network that supports Medfield families in temporary crisis. Please Join!!!

Colleen M. Sullivan's profile pictureColleen M. Sullivan, Patch MayorVerified User BadgePosted Mon, Dec 21, 2020 at 9:00 pm ET|Updated Mon, Dec 21, 2020 at 9:03 pm ET
Katie Henebry, Kathleen Cahill and Laurie Nealon
Katie Henebry, Kathleen Cahill and Laurie Nealon (Courtesy photo)

Please Consider Joining “Medfield Helping Hands”

Although this time of year is stressful for most people it can be devastating for those struggling with a temporary crisis of some kind and this year with the added stresses of COVID-19, “Medfield Helping Hands” hopes to get more Medfield residents to join in helping their neighbors in need.https://72490c44d4a364f5c538a333c0a49828.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-37/html/container.html

Some people may remember this group when it was called “Medfield Angels” then it was became “Medfield Neighbor Brigade” and now it is the “Medfield Lotsa Helping Hands”. For many years this group of volunteers has been making meals for Medfield families dealing with a temporary crisis.

Joining simply means that you will be on an email list and receive notifications of local needs. Once you receive an email, you will log into your account and if possible sign up to help make and deliver a meal (you choose the date) based on the Volunteer Calendar provided.

The Medfield Helping Hands is a volunteer network that supports Medfield families in temporary crisis and they support other Medfield volunteer organizations as well.

Medfield residents, Katie Henebry, Kathleen Cahill and Laurie Nealon work with other organizations (Medfield Outreach and the Medfield Food Cupboard) to determine the needs in the community and they manage the Medfield Lotsa Helping Hands website.https://72490c44d4a364f5c538a333c0a49828.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-37/html/container.htmlSubscribe

To join, please visit https://lotsahelpinghands.com, then click on Join a Community. Under Community Name enter Medfield Helping Hands.

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Letter to MSBA today re PSR

Posted on December 23, 2020 | Comments Off on Letter to MSBA today re PSR

SEE THE MATRIALS AT:

Medfield Public Schools’ Dale Street School Project website at https://www.medfield.net/o/medfield-public-schools

and at the Town of Medfield’s website at
https: //www. town. medfield .net/AgendaCenter /Search/?term =&CIDs=69 ,&startDate=&endDate=&dateRange=&dateSelector=

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Eversource update on Christmas eve storm – expected winds over 70mph

Posted on December 22, 2020 | Comments Off on Eversource update on Christmas eve storm – expected winds over 70mph

From: communityupdates <community.update@eversource.com>
Date: Tue, Dec 22, 2020 at 2:56 PM
Subject: Eversource Storm Update- Southboro EOC- December 22nd, 2020
To:

Good afternoon,

Due to the forecast that calls for heavy rain and elevated wind gusts, Eversource will be declaring a Level 3 ERP on Thursday, December 24th. Please remember, safety to our crews is of the utmost importance. With expected wind gusts to be over 70mph, we cannot begin to assess damage and make repairs until the weather is safe for our crews.

A follow up email will be sent tomorrow afternoon with schedules of your dedicated Community Liaisons.

In the meantime, please continue to communicate with your Blue Sky Community Relations Specialist with any questions.

-MA Liaison Team

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MCSP funds another year of Interface Referral Service

Posted on December 19, 2020 | Comments Off on MCSP funds another year of Interface Referral Service

The raising of the funds to renew the Interface Referral Service annual membership (off of the town’s property taxes) was championed by MCSP stalwart Andreea Cazacu Hagood, MD.

This from the Medfield Patch –

MCSP funds another year of Interface Referral Service

The Medfield Coalition for Suicide Prevention is proud to announce the renewal of Interface Referral Service for 2020-2021.

By Colleen M. Sullivan, Patch MayorVerified User Badge
Dec 18, 2020 9:00 pm ET|Updated Dec 18, 2020 9:02 pm ET
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  • https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/321386/20201214/034720/styles/patch_image/public/interface-card-back___14154333211.jpgInterface Referral and Resource Card. (Courtesy photo)
Interface Referral and Resource Card.
Interface Referral and Resource Card.

MCSP funds another year of Interface Referral Service

The Medfield Coalition for Suicide Prevention (MCSP) is proud to announce successfully funding the renewal of Interface Referral Service for the Town of Medfield for 2020-2021. In a year as emotionally trying as 2020, MCSP hopes to increase the awareness of this valuable service for any resident of Medfield.

The William James INTERFACE Referral Service, offered through the Freedman Center, is a mental health and wellness referral Helpline available Monday through Friday, 9 am-5 pm, at 888-244-6843 (toll free). This is a free, confidential referral service for residents of participating communities. Callers from these participating communities are matched with licensed mental health providers from an extensive database, on average, within 2 weeks of their call to INTERFACE. Each referral best meets the location, insurance, and specialty needs of the caller.

MCSP would like to thank the following organizations for their support and generous contributions that allow for the continued service: Norwood Hospital/Steward Health Care, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital – Needham, and CHNA7 – Community Health Coalition of Metrowest.

In addition to the aforementioned health partners, there are others to thank. Several local businesses and many community members have supported programming that raises funds for the coalition; others have shown their support by making donations. Special thanks to long time supporters: Tracy Buckley of Medfield Yoga Studio, Burning Wheel Yoga, and Karen Johnson.

MCSP is an initiative of Medfield Foundation, Inc. (MFi), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization administered by Medfield Outreach. For more information, visit medfieldfoundation.org. To donate, visit the Medfield Foundation’s Network for Good page. When making a donation through Network for Good, please be sure to include the name of the coalition (Medfield Coalition for Suicide Prevention) in the designation of the online form.

The Medfield Coalition for Suicide Prevention welcomes you to join monthly meetings and learn more about what we do! If you’re interested please email medfieldoutreach@medfield.net to be added to MCSP’s email list. Be sure to check out our social media and website at www.facebook.com/medfieldcsp and www.medfieldcsp.org

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SB 12/22

Posted on December 18, 2020 | Comments Off on SB 12/22
TOWN OF MEDFIELD MEETING NOTICE Posted in accordance with the provisions of MGL Chapter 39 Section 23A, as amended Due to the COVID-19 emergency, this meeting will take place remotely. Members of the public who wish to view or listen to the meeting may do so by joining via the web, or a conference call. 1. To join online, use this link: a. https://medfieldnet. zoom.us/j/82095363190?pwd=b2hpMW9oSVk5ZGpSRmlwSjFhTjFBQT09 b. Enter Password: 171914 2. To join through a conference call, dial 929-436-2866 or 312-626-6799 or 253-215-8782 or 301-715-8592 or 346-248-7799 or 669-900-6833 a. Enter the Webinar ID: 820 9536 3190 b. Enter the password: 171914 Board of Selectmen Board or Committee PLACE OF MEETING DAY, DATE, AND TIME Remote Meeting held on Zoom Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at 6:00 pm Agenda (Subject to Change) Call to Order Disclosure of video recording We want to take a moment of appreciation for our Troops serving around the globe in defense of our country Appointments Discussion (potential votes) Action Items 1. Local Actions and Approvals Letter for the Preferred Schematic Report submission to the Massachusetts School Building Authority for the Dale Street School project Posted: 2. Proposal from Clean-Footprint for Alternative On Bill Credit Agreements for solar projects at the Kingsbury Club Consent Agenda Citizen Comment Town Administrator Updates Next Meeting Dates January 5, 2021 January 19, 2021 Selectmen Reports Informational

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$50K MassDevelopment grant for RFP assistance re MSH

Posted on December 17, 2020 | Comments Off on $50K MassDevelopment grant for RFP assistance re MSH

The town received a $50,000 state grant to assist with the RFP for the former Medfield State Hospital site. Here is the announcement letter that came yesterday, despiteits date. –

99 High Street Boston, MA 02110 Main: 617-330-2000 Fax: 617-330-2001 massdevelopment.com Charles D. Baker Governor Karyn E. Polito Lieutenant Governor Mike Kennealy Chairman Lauren A. Liss President and CEO December 8, 2020 Nicolas Milano Assistant Town Administrator Town of Medfield 459 Main Street Medfield MA 02052 nmilano@medfield.net Re: MassDevelopment Real Estate Services Award – Medfield State Hospital Reuse Dear Mr. Milano: We are pleased to inform you that the Town of Medfield’s application for technical assistance through MassDevelopment’s Real Estate Services Call for Proposals has been accepted for the FY2021 funding round for a budget not to exceed $50,000. Given this is a site-specific project, the repayment clause will apply in the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Medfield and MassDevelopment. This year’s overwhelming level of interest made the funding round highly competitive. Forty communities applied with a combined request of $1.5M in technical assistance. Ultimately, 9 projects were selected to move forward in FY2021. One of MassDevelopment’s Real Estate project managers will reach out to you in the next few weeks to discuss project start-up and next steps. If you have any questions in the meantime, please feel free to reach out to Christine Madore, Vice President, Real Estate Services at cmadore@massdevelopment.com or 617-330-2053. Sincerely, Cassandra McKenzie Executive Vice President, Real Estate MassDevelopment

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SBC’s Wheelock Neighborhood Traffic Questionnaire Open

Posted on December 16, 2020 | 1 comment

From Anna Mae O’Shea Brooke –

Wheelock Neighborhood Traffic Questionnaire Now Open!

The School Building Committee has released a traffic questionnaire intended, but not limited to, the Wheelock School Neighborhood. The data from this questionnaire is anticipated to be used to fine tune existing traffic calculations and adjustments, to understand additional concerns other than traffic increases, and to most importantly focus on developing mitigation strategies that would best serve the neighborhood and the future school development.

CLICK HERE for the Traffic Questionnaire open until January 8th at noon.

For more information about the Project and to subscribe to our email list, please visit medfield.net. Please also follow the Dale Street School Building Project on Facebook.

Any questions: email DaleStreetSchoolProject@gmail.com.

Thank you for your input and time!

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