[Eastontowncrier] Town Crier May 18, 2018

[Easton Town Crier]

LOCAL GOVERNMENT NEWS AND NOTICES
Annual Town Meeting is Monday, May 21 at 7:00 PM - Warrant Available Now
Annual Town Meeting will take place on Monday, May 21, 2018 at 7:00 pm in the Oliver Ames High School Auditorium. Stay up to date with the Town Meeting process and view the warrant at our dedicated Town Meeting webpage<http://www.easton.ma.us/departments/town_clerk1/town_meeting_information.php>. If you have any questions about your voter status, please contact the Town Clerk's Office at (508) 230-0530.
>From the Board of Health
For the latest information on the ongoing E. coli outbreak associated with lettuce please follow this link to the CDC website https://www.cdc.gov/ecoli/2018/o157h7-04-18/index.html
Fiscal Year 2019 Budget for the Town of Easton and Easton Public Schools Now Available
The Town Administrator's Balanced Budget is now available in a comprehensive document that contains both the operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2019. The budget information is presented in a helpful and user friendly format that includes a citizen's guide to the budget, a budget summary for each department, and a glossary of common municipal finance terminology. A full copy of the Town's Fiscal Year 2019 Budget is available here<https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/Document/073fe50d-f24e-e811-80c0-001fbc00ed85/Annual%20Budget%20for%20Fiscal%20Year%20Starting%20July%2001,%202018.pdf>.
Notice from the Assessors:  Cyclical Inspections of Property
The Easton Assessors' Office is in the process of doing cyclical inspections of real estate properties throughout the town, as well as inspections for building permits and new sales. The inspections are being done during the next few months with inspectors going door-to-door throughout neighborhoods to do inspections of both the interior and exterior of properties. For more information, please go to Town of Easton/Assessors Department<http://www.easton.ma.us/departments/assessors/index.php>
Notice from the Assessors:  Commercial and Industrial Personal Property Inspections
The Easton Assessors' Office is in the process of doing Commercial and Industrial property inspections of personal property throughout the town. The inspections are being done during the couple of weeks with Data Collector, Renee Holloran, performing site inspections at both Commercial and Industrial properties. Renee is authorized by the Assessor's Department to inspect all properties for the purpose of collecting data.
For more information, please go to Town of Easton/Assessors Department<http://www.easton.ma.us/departments/assessors/index.php>
Bristol County Mosquito Control
Bristol County Mosquito Control will be accepting spray requests beginning on May 21, 2018. This mailbox will not be monitored until May 21, 2018 and no spray requests made will be honored before May 21, 2018. Email:  requestbristolmcp at comcast.net<mailto:requestbristolmcp at comcast.net> . Please include your first name, last name, full address, and zip code. Spraying will begin on May 29, 2018 weather permitting. For more information, visit https://www.mass.gov/service-details/adulticiding.
Town of Easton Employment Opportunities
The Town of Easton has the following employment opportunities open:
.  Recreation - Seasonal Positions
.  Communications Dispatcher - 32 hours per week
For more information, and full job posting, please visit Town of Easton Employment Opportunities<http://www.easton.ma.us/easton_residents/employment_opportunities.php>
Notice of Board and Committee Term Expirations and Vacancies as of June 30, 2018
Applications for appointments to Boards, Commissions, Committees and Councils will be accepted at the Board of Selectmen's Office, Town Office, 136 Elm Street, North Easton, MA 02356 until Friday, June 1, 2018. Incumbents with terms expiring on June 30, 2018 are open to re-appointment but in order to be considered also need to reapply by completing the online volunteer application form. The required volunteer application and list of vacancies may be accessed here<http://www.easton.ma.us/easton_residents/employment_volunteer_opportunities/index.php>. If you are interested in volunteering for one of these positions, please complete the fillable form<http://www.easton.ma.us/easton_residents/employment_volunteer_opportunities/index.php> and click "submit". If you have any questions please call the Selectmen's Office at (508) 230-0501.
Queset Sewer Construction
The Queset Sewer Project is now under construction. The project will provide sewer service to the Queset Sewer District which includes Washington from Roosevelt Drive to County Lane, and includes portions of Belmont Street, Plymouth Drive, and County Lane. For more information about the project please visit http://www.easton.ma.us/departments/dpw/Queset_Sewer.php. For the week of May 21st, the contractor will be installing gravity sewer on County Lane.
Now through August:  Free Easton Community
Easton Community Calendars covering September 2017 through August 2018 are now available at the Town Offices, Ames Free Library, Easton Historical Society, Frothingham Memorial Hall, and all Easton branches of North Easton Savings Bank. Town information, school events, and civic organization happenings are included. The FREE calendars are provided by North Easton Savings Bank, for the residents of Easton.
Meetings Next Week:  May 21 through May 25
Board of Selectmen, Annual Town Meeting, Library Board of Directors, Conservation Commission, Easton Housing Authority, Historical Commission, Recreation Commission, Council on Aging meetings are scheduled for next week. See full time, date, location, and agenda details on our helpful calendar app: Town of Easton Calendar<http://www.easton.ma.us/calendar_app/>. Questions relating to public meetings should be directed to the Town Clerk's Office at (508) 230-0530. Stay informed of all town board and committee business by signing up for email notifications with our Minutes on Demand service! Sign up here.<http://eastontownma.minutesondemand.com/EmailNotifications/Login>
May 22:  American Legion Post 7 Meeting
The American Legion Post 7 Easton, Ma invites any interested veterans to their next meeting on Tuesday May 22, 2018. The Meeting begins at 7PM and normally runs until 8PM at the VFW Hall 61 Rockland Street on the corner of Allen Road Easton, MA.
May 22:  Massachusetts Historical Commission Training
Chris Skelly, Local Government Director for MHC, is hosting an educational session about best practices for preserving historic resources at the local level. The event is primarily a training opportunity for Historical Commission volunteer board members from Easton and nearby towns. Residents interested in the legal tools and regulatory methods used to understand and protect local history are welcome to attend this event on Tuesday, May 22nd, beginning at 6:30 PM in the Mary Connolly Room on the Second Floor of the Easton Town Offices at 136 Elm Street.
May 24:  Coffee with Connor
Please join Connor Read for a cup of coffee and some conversation to share your thoughts and suggestions as he begins his first year as Town Administrator. Thursday, May 24th from 10:00-11:30AM located at Ames Free Library, Fireplace Room.
May 28:  Town Offices Closed for Memorial Day
The Town Offices will be closed on Monday, May 28 in observance of Memorial Day and remembrance of the sacrifices made by members of the US Armed Forces.
May 28:  Memorial Day Parade

The Memorial Day Parade will be on Monday, May 28th. People and groups form at 1:30 pm the Church Street Cemetery and the ceremonies start right at 2 pm. After the ceremony, the groups, bands and people form and march down Church Street to Depot Street to the Civil War Memorial where another ceremony will take place. We have two Parade Marshal's this year; they are Thomas Boteho and Martin Paul, both Vietnam Veterans. There will be two bands - The Oliver Ames High School Band and the Canton Legion Band. There will be Marchers, walkers, riders and color guard and selectmen along with other individuals. The speaker will be Ed Hands and others. Everyone is invited to come out and watch the parade.
The Public Health Nurse will be available for Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar screening for Easton Residents (on a walk in basis, no appointment needed) according to the following schedule:

·        Elise Circle Community Room - Tuesday, June 19 (9:30AM-10:30AM)

·        Town Hall (136 Elm St., Mary Connolly Room, 2nd Floor) - Monday, May 21 (3PM-4PM)

·        Parker Terrace Community Room - Tuesday, June 5 (9:30AM-10:30AM)

·        Frothingham Hall - COA (15 Barrows St) Thursday, June 14 (10:30AM-11:30AM)
To view the Easton Board of Health Public Health Nurse schedule for the entire year, please refer to Public Nurse Schedule<http://www.easton.ma.us/Public%20Nurse%20Schedule%20Town%20of%20Easton%202017.pdf>
COMMUNITY NEWS AND EVENTS
Year 2025 Easton will Celebrate 300th Birthday - Fund for Donating
Easton has a great 300th Birthday Celebration in the year 2025. A fund has been established by the Avery Lee Williams Family Trust to which donations may be made. This fund already has over $13,000.00 in it. To make such donation just send your check payable to the Town of Easton at the Town Treasurer's office, 136 Elm Street, North Easton, MA 02356 - be certain to put the words "330th Celebration Fund" on the miscellaneous line.
Sign up Now for a Community Garden Plot at Wheaton Farm
The Easton Agricultural and Conservation Commissions invite you to register for a plot at the community garden at Wheaton Farm. The gardens are located right by the Wheaton Farm parking lot on Bay Road just south of the junction with Prospect Street. Plots are available within a fenced enclosure with full sun, running water, and a storage shed. Rental for a ½ plot (10 by 20) is $55 for the season - all full-size plots (20 feet by 20 feet) have been reserved. For additional information, please download the Wheaton Farm Community Gardens Registration<https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.easton.ma.us/Wheaton_Farm_Community_Garden_regulations.pdf&sa=U&ved=0ahUKEwjmpNHCx5LTAhVCwiYKHXRTCE4QFggEMAA&client=internal-uds-cse&usg=AFQjCNHVW88dbm9XrB2-mN5gKri55doa_A> or contact the Easton Planning Department 508-230-0630. After tending your crops, you can also enjoy the over 1,000 acres of protected meadows, forests, marshes and waterways at Wheaton Farm.
Recreation Department Programs
The Recreation Department is accepting registrations for the Town Pool, Ultimate Frisbee and the Full Day Summer Program. Click here for more information:  http://www.easton.ma.us/departments/recreation_department/recreation_programs.php
Saturday's:  Volunteers Needed to Support the Farmer's Market at Oakes Ames Memorial Hall
The Easton Agricultural Commission has increased the number of special activities planned for the year-round Saturday Market. If you'd like to support these community events, please consider volunteering for a few hours on a Saturday morning. Events planned through the end of April include: kids planting activity; musician; food demonstration; Earth Day upcycling event and continuing the popular guided tours of the historic Hall itself. Contact Lesley at FarmersMarket at easton.ma.us<mailto:FarmersMarket at easton.ma.us> for more information. If you don't have the time to volunteer, there is no better way to show your support then to shop with our local vendors - Jordan Brothers Seafood; Foxboro (Meats and Cheese); Langwater Farm (Produce - accepts HIP); Bridgewater Village Bakery; Captivating Twists (Baked Goods); Rosie Bud Farm (Honey); Oakdale Farm (Produce - accepts HIP); and All Hands In (non-profit natural personal care products that provide for women survivors of human trafficking). Location:  Oakes Ames Memorial Hall, 3 Barrows Street, Easton from 10AM-2PM.
3rd Tuesday Every Month:  Sewing Machine One-on-One
Have you previously sewn on a sewing machine but find yourself without one?  Not to worry the Ames Free Library has a sewing machine available for your use in the Queset House. Schedule a time with Kathy Korona so that she can introduce you to the Necchi sewing machine. Once you have used the Necchi sewing machine in the 30-minute tutorial you can check out the machine for in library use. Sessions are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 3PM & 3:30PM, and are by appointment only. Please schedule your session on our website or call 508-238-2000, ext. 3. Event Location:  Queset House, 2nd Floor Makerspace.
May 19:  Last Spring Tour of the Historic Oakes Ames Memorial Hall during the Farmer's Market
Ed Hands and Fred Ames will give a tour of the interior, so you can learn more about the beautiful Oakes Ames Memorial Hall, 3 Barrows Street, North Easton. Fred and Ed will be giving tours at 11AM and 1PM. Coffee and treats provided while you wait for the tour to begin. Free Event.The Original Easton Farmers Market will be in the downstairs hall (as usual) selling their delicious produce, breads, local meats, and cheese during the market hours from 10AM-2PM until Memorial Day weekend when it heads outdoors. New vendors are starting - please come down and welcome Tyler Jones of Garden of Easton (seedlings and compost casting worms); Tiny Forest Soap Company; and Gourmet Bae Catering (muffins and cookies).
May 19:  2nd Annual Bike Rodeo
Save the date for our 2nd Annual Bike Rodeo on May 19th! Located at the Old Colony YMCA, 25 Elm Street, Easton from 12PM-2PM. Bring your bikes and helmets. Healthy Easton bike share bicycles will be available to test ride. Rodeo will be open to ages 5+, children must be accompanies by an adult. Bicycle and helmet safety inspection, learn the rules of the road, bicycle and helmet decorating, bicycle safety trivia wheel, bicycle obstacle course. This fun even will have music, vendors, healthy snacks, giveaways and more. Free bicycle raffle at 1:30PM; must be present to win. www.HealthyEaston.org<http://www.HealthyEaston.org> or Facebook.
May 20:  Easton MOMS Club 6th Annual Family Fun Fest
Sunday, May 20th from 10:00AM - 1:30PM Rain or Shine at Maplewood, 150 Foundry St. Indoor and outdoor activities include Toe Jam Puppet Band performances, Vinny the Bubble Guy, Mickey Mouse meet & greets, balloon twisting and face painter, touch-a-truck, pony rides, boating, rock climbing, pedal karts, gymnastics, and more! Free pizza and snacks included. Lots of raffle prizes and new this year, there will be a silent auction of autographed sports memorabilia (cash or PayPal only). Event admission includes all activities and food. Advance tickets can be purchased for $18/family at eventbrite.com/e/family-fun-fest-tickets-44571258835<http://eventbrite.com/e/family-fun-fest-tickets-44571258835> Tickets will be $25/family at the door. Proceeds will benefit the Ames Free Library, the Easton Recreation Department, and Foundation for Excellence in Education in Easton (FEEE). Special thanks to our platinum sponsors:  Harbor One Bank, SP Images, and Westwood-Mansfield Pediatric Associates."
May 20:  Easton Historical Society - Janice Hatchfield Lyttle
Sunday, May 20th at 2PM located at the Easton Historical Society, Janice Hatchfield Lyttle will be showing the Hand-written Hatchfield Family Tree which begins with the Mayflower. View this amazing document and enjoy refreshments. The Station will be open from 1-5PM. For additional information please call 508-238-7774.
May 22:  Annual Taste of Easton
The Easton Chamber of Commerce is holding the Taste of Easton & Business Expo at Stonehill College on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. With close to 50 participants, this event presents a great opportunity to sample some of the area's finest cuisine, and to check out the latest business products and services available in Easton. Tickets for the Taste of Easton are $20 in advance with a limited number available at the door for $25. Tickets can be purchased at both Bank of Easton branches; Roche Bros. and Shaw's in Easton; and online at www.tasteofeaston.com<http://www.tasteofeaston.com>. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Easton Food Pantry. For more information, please call the Easton Chamber office at (508) 238-2225 or visit the event website at www.tasteofeaston.com<http://www.tasteofeaston.com/>.
May 22:  Easton Wings of Hope - Communications/Outreach Volunteer Committee Meeting
Tuesday May 22nd from 6:30-8pm Old Colony YMCA, Easton branch (25 Elm Street, North Easton). Members of this committee will work together to help the coalition further cultivate its messaging as well as member recruitment efforts. If you are creative and wish to spread the word about EWoH, consider volunteering for this committee! Food will be provided. If you wish to attend this meeting, please e-mail lswenson at oldcolonyymca.org<mailto:lswenson at oldcolonyymca.org> by Monday, 5/21.
May 23:  Easton Wings of Hope - Youth Involvement Volunteer Committee Meeting
Wednesday, May 23rd from 6:30-8pm Old Colony YMCA, Easton branch (25 Elm Street, North Easton). This committee is for youth and adults alike! EWoH encourages Easton youth to come join the coalition and spread the word about youth substance abuse prevention! Those who are closely connected with Easton youth (teachers, coaches, community leaders, etc.) should join this committee, as well! Food will be provided. If you wish to attend this meeting, please e-mail lswenson at oldcolonyymca.org<mailto:lswenson at oldcolonyymca.org> by Monday, 5/21.
May 24:  Easton Wings of Hope - Events Volunteer Committee Meeting
Wednesday, May 24th from 6:30-8pm Old Colony YMCA, Easton branch (25 Elm Street, North Easton). Help EWoH organize and execute the various events it holds throughout the calendar year in the Easton Community! If you enjoy coordinating events or would simply like to donate your time for the set up/break down process, the coalition would love to hear from you! Food will be provided. If you wish to attend this meeting, please e-mail lswenson at oldcolonyymca.org<mailto:lswenson at oldcolonyymca.org> by Monday, 5/21.
May 24:  Military Appreciation Softball Game - Oliver Ames High School vs. Sharon High School
Please join us for an afternoon of competitive fun and camaraderie! Oliver Ames High School vs. Sharon High School Thursday, May 24th at 3:45PM located at the Walter Griffin Playground, Ames Street, Sharon, MA. Please bring Lawn Chairs, as seating is very limited. Easton Veterans' Services will be able to provide transportation on a limited basis. Please call Cory Ahonen, Veterans' Services Officer at 508.238.3160 if you would like to attend or for further information.
May 26:  The Original Easton Farmer's Market Goes Outdoors

The Original Easton Farmer's Market is open year-round on Saturday from 10:00AM-2:00PM and will set up in its outdoor location on Saturday May 26 located at the S-Curve on Depot Street near Shaw's Grocery Store. Some of our regular vendors leave us to open their farm stands (and will return to the market in autumn) and other vendors are arriving. Registration for the Summer Market is now open! If you, or someone you know, would like to be a vendor at our Winter Market, please contact FarmersMarket at easton.ma.us<mailto:FarmersMarket at easton.ma.us> for an application, or stop by Town Hall.
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