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  • 1/13 9:15pm   To anyone at a sports class at HOD Fri. afternoon, my son is missing his winter coat, LL Bean, burgundy and grey, size 5/6. I think someone may have taken it home by mistake. Please contact me through the webmaster if you have any info.
    - SG

  • 1/13 9:12pm   It's a simple solution Norfolk, time to get rid of this wasteful tax extortion program called the CPC, we need this self serving money grabbing program to go away. I for one will keep the pressure on until town meeting and election time I encourage all who want the 3% additional tax you pay every year too this self serving slush fund to *cease and desist!! Let's do it Norfolk we don't need the CPC!!*
    - DM

  • 1/13 9:11pm   We are so greatful to the DPW who came to our rescue after a large tree fell across our driveway on Friday. They responed quickly and did a excellent job taking the tree away and cleaning up the limbs etc.
    - JC

  • 1/13 9:03pm   Can anyone recommend any Norfolk-based volunteer opportunities for MLK Day next Monday, January 16? Our family are looking for something to do for the national Day of Service. Thanks!
    - IP

  • 1/13 9:02pm   I am looking for someone to help my 5th grade Girl Scout troop with jewelry making. Most of the girls have tools, beads and kits but have never had anyone formally teach them how to do things such as crimping. We could truly use someone that will give them the detailed instructions they need to be able to become more proficient and skilled at jewelry making. If you could possibly help, please email me at diana_tohe@comcast.net.
    - DL

  • 1/13 9:01pm   I am looking for a private SAT/ACT tutor for my son. Does anyone of one?
    - EMM

  • 1/13 8:59pm   MB, I'm really into techno. Maybe I could help you out. I too am a teenager in high school and as well as playing piano classically for 14 years I have recently been writing my own techno music at home. Maybe I could help out in giving some pointers in the right direction or something. Please let me know if this sounds of interest to you; please have the webmaster contact me. [Use box360@norfolknet.com - Wm.]
    - MW

  • 1/13 8:57pm   Last year the Town of Norfolk received $192,200 or 39% from the state as a "match" of the Community Preservation funds raised locally. I did make a mistake saying almost all funds were matched. This amount has decreased because there are so many more towns participating in the program and because the number of real estate transactions statewide, is so reduced. Even $192,200 is a lot of money. Hopefully the match % will go up when the real estate market recovers. However the number of communities participating will probably not go down as most towns really appreciate the matching funds even if they aren't 100%. Very few towns have reduced their tax percentage as that reduces the match % even more.
    The Town bought Highland Lake and 44 surrounding acres to preserve what remains of the large privately owned park that was open there in the early 1900's. The land was being offered for development. I don't recall the number of approved house lots that were part of the parcel but there were several. The goal of the CPC was to preserve the park and to reopen it for public access and use. We are hoping to provide public access, parking, trails, signage, for passive recreation. We are still working on details for an entrance from Campbell St. that will have a walkway, a detailed interpretive sign, and limited parking spaces. Yes, the land has been being used but up until the town bought it, it was all private property.
    Someone said on this forum "there will always be open space in Norfolk." Really? What kind of open space, just the little pieces no one wants? Are we thinking of the really desirable land that adds character and value to the look and feel of Norfolk for everyone who lives in this town? These parcels are fast disappearing, ie being built on. I hope all citizens will support keeping the CPC fully funded at 3%
    Lastly, people over 60 years old can be exempt from paying the CPC tax. For a single person the income limit is $57.820. For married people the income limit is $66,080. To apply for this exemption, and to see more details, see the Assessors office.
    - BP

  • 1/13 8:55pm   Does anyone know of a small hall (like a Knights of Columbus) in the Norfolk/surrounding town area that can be rented for a few hours on a Saturday for a small b-day party?
    - SG

  • 1/13 8:54pm   The Assessor's page of qVirtualNorfolk.org has some informative postings including ``A Brief Explanation of the Tax Rate Increase for Fiscal Year 2012.'' Property tax adjustments are available for at least the Blind, Seniors, Surviving Spouses and Veterans. Abatement applications must be received by the Assessors Office on or before February 1.
    - DLJ

  • 1/13 7:28pm   To PB - Nothing would have been built at Highland Lake because the plot of land is not buildable we purchased. The CPC Fund / our tax dollars purchased unbuildable land. The Town has no funds to take care of the Highland Lake land so it sits like it did before but now it does not collect any revenue.
    In regards to the Frisbee Golf feasibility study that was not an attack on Frisbee Golf. I was pointing out they paid for a feasibility study to see if we could put one in at the Town Dump. Which if the CPC knew the CPA Laws a little better, they would have realized legally they couldn't even build one there with CPC money. So in the end they just wasted our tax dollars needlessly and ordered the study anyway. If you want additional information on this topic refer to their minutes.
    I also want to call out the poster who stated we save money if we have no development in 2012 in Norfolk. That is a bold face [inaccuracy]. We are in a fiscal crisis in this Town. We have nothing left to shed in regards to the Police and Fire. We have a stable overhead that we incur whether we have the current amount of residents and commercial entities or a moderate increase. Spreading costs / taxes over more households on existing roads or against additional commercial entities will lower taxes plain and simple.
    Another item I would like to point out is at the last CPC Meeting the CPC unanimously voted to reimburse a land owner for their legal fees that is donating unwanted and unbuildable land to the Town of Norfolk. Why? That serves us as a tax payer no purpose. Are they friends of someone on the board?
    A $400,000 home in Norfolk has a $1,700+ tax bill each quarter. Yet we have people who fight to keep in place an *Optional Property Tax* that is for a slush fund that has proven to be wasteful and spends fool heartedly.
    Lastly in regards to Gumps Farm. Purchasing a large plot of land in the center of Town to put ``Affordable Housing'' on is not what happened. That plot of land was purchased because Gumps was going under and came to the Town. Then the developer of the nice new subdivision on the Wrentham side of town doesn't want Affordable Housing near the new subdivision they are building so they stuck it at Gumps. The CPC was just the piggy bank used to keep the affordable housing on that side of the train tracks.
    - MJG

  • 1/13 7:27pm   To: KB There are federal loan programs available to students of all ages. Start here: studentloans.gov. Of course there are also private loans, but do your research before you commit to any type of funding. Good luck in your academic endeavors!
    - JT (JT11)

  • 1/13 7:26pm   PB: yes, Highland Lake was slated for some degree of development (7 house lots I recall) that would have sharply limited public access. I too would support additional measures for enhanced access.
    - JT

  • 1/13 7:25pm   MJS: Good news, the CPA, as adopted by Norfolk, already includes an exemption for Seniors! And, if you are seeking or advocating for further relief from property taxes, the Town (and its Council on Aging) offers and promotes additional tax breaks for seniors.
    - JT

  • 1/13 7:24pm   PB - Like ALL government entities if they have the money the WILL spend it ...solution take away the money.
    - PC

  • 1/13 7:23pm   It has been about one year now since we adopted a cat from the Norfolk Shelter. He was the last cat left in the cage and we fell in love with him instantly. Did we ever hit the jackpot! He is what I call the "purrfect" cat. His name is rather unusual. We named him--Kit. If you are contemplating adopting a cat, or a dog, the shelter right here in Norfolk is the place to go. Hilary is tops in the field and takes very good care of all who need her. We are very grateful to have visited her. We exited the shelter with the "purrfect" cat.
    - WC

  • 1/13 7:22pm   PB: My husband collects and refurbishes/fixes antique violins . You can reach him at 508 520 9803.
    - AB-G

  • 1/13 7:20pm   At Monday night's meeting re the casino situation, Dan Winslow gave another wonderful talk to encourage resistance to the casino. It's a shame more people didn't come...
    - AB-G

  • 1/13 7:19pm   A while back someone recommend a dog groomer at the Petsmart in Bellingham. If you're still on the Net, could you confirm that and also let me know if there was someone specific whom you liked. Thanks
    - AB-G

  • 1/11 4:10pm   Hi there, my name is Mark McGuckian. I'm a local carpenter who takes a lot of pride in my work. My jobs range from decks, trim work, window installs, built-ins and all interior finnish work. If you are interested in hiring me to do some work, I'd be more than happy to help out. I don't charge what a contractor would charge because I know how most people don't have much money right now. You can contact me on 508 440 5119. Thank you, and I hope to hear from you soon
    - MM

  • 1/11 4:09pm   Perhaps folks who are going through the college financial aid process can answer this question. I want to enroll in school to become a certified horticultural therapist. I need help with the tuition, plus airfare and hotel, etc. Are the same financial aid vehicles and programs available to college-age students also available to adults? Where should I start, besides the school itself?
    - KB

  • 1/11 4:07pm   Can anyone recommend someone to re-string and possibly refinish a violin. It is an antique and has sentimental value. Thanks in advance.
    - PB

  • 1/11 4:06pm   I'd like to suggest that any tax paying resident, especially the elderly, who cannot make ends meet, Occupy Town Hall until their taxes are free of the Community Preservation obligation.
    - MJS

  • 1/11 4:05pm   Can anyone tell me what would have happend if the CPC did not buy Highland Lake. Was it in danger of devolpment, large house boats maybe... Before the CPC bought people would fish there, people would walk their dogs there, even ice fish. Now that I think about it, all those fun things can and are still being enjoyed there. Soooo why did the CPC buy it and what have they done to improve access for us
    - PB

  • 1/11 4:04pm   Does anyone know of someone local who teaches kids to play the keyboard? I have a teenage son who plays in the marching band and concert band at school but wants to learn the keyboard for fun. He is not interested in classical piano. He would be much more interested in learning to play "techno" music on the keyboard.
    - MB

  • 1/11 4:01pm   AB-G: I don't think I can give a concrete answer on the question as you posted it. But I'll attempt:
    If an animal is abandoned, and it is deemed to be healthy and does not pose a threat (showing aggression, bite history, etc) then we will go ahead and give it vaccinations, routine medical work (dental, blood profiles, etc), spay/neuter it and put it through rescue if we cannot adopt it out through our resources. There are hundreds of rescues available in New England alone, and in our ACO "corner" we also have rescues that are there just for AC shelter dogs such as PILOT, Pound Hounds for ACO's, MAC (Massachusetts animal coalition), etc. There are also shelters run by the MSPCA and ARL Boston, foster home situations, and we network shelter to shelter, ACO to ACO to see who has room and who could find a fit for that particular animal. At our disposal, if we have an animal that we are not sure will pass a temperament test, we can access a certified behaviorist/trainer to ascertain if the animal is suitable for adoption. There is a huge network in MA of people who donate their time and expertise.
    MA law mandates that all stray dogs be held 10 days as it affords their owners a chance to find them. After ten days they are property of the town and then decisions are made as to what will be best for them. However, this law only applies to dogs. In some cases we've had dogs this past year (Happy, a 14 year old abandoned beagle/basset hound, and Max, a 16 year old German Shepherd surrender) leave on day 11 for their new homes with their new owners knowing in advance their limitations and these adopters have taken these animals in with open arms knowing they were providing them their "golden years" home. We've had other dogs stay much longer (such as Rosie, a 2 yr old English Mastiff) who was abandoned in Norfolk and had to be treated three courses for giardia. Her hold was 45 days if I remember correctly. She found a home with a great family in NH through networking with the town's veterinarians. She stayed here because giardia is considered zoonotic; there's a health risk to other animals sending her to another shelter/rescue, and what she needed was just TLC and then off to her new home.
    Cats are not covered under state law but not being pro active towards them is a huge mistake. Many towns still will not pick up stray cats and that in turn will over populate the area with litter after litter. Being proactive in spay/neuter/vaccinate of strays and or feral cats helps keep disease and over population at bay. If we bring in domestic cats, they will be combo tested, vaccinated, and altered and adopted out on the same guidelines as our dogs. We will not adopt out feral cats. However, if we have grant money for feral cats, or if we can get on the same schedule with the spay wagon, or STOP clinics, we will trap the day before the clinics, combo test, vaccinate, alter and re release the ferals. They can live their lives but no more reproducing. All cat programs are funded through the animal gift account, grants, and through the help of other 501(c)3's. They do not receive funding through the municipal budget as there are no laws that protect them under Ch. 140.
    If an animal has poor quality of life that cannot be stabilized and has been diagnosed by a veterinarian we will not allow that animal to continue to suffer. Likewise, if an animal is deemed to be a threat to the public by means of aggression, vicious disposition, bite history, etc we will not adopt that animal out.
    - HC, Norfolk Animal Control

  • 1/11 4:00pm   Several posts have raised questions regarding state prison mitigation money for Norfolk. As I announced at the Spring Town Meeting, I succeeded in having the mitigation payment reinstated in the state budget for the first time in several years. I will try to repeat that success in the upcoming year's budget. According to the DOC, Norfolk received payment in the amount of $88,804.45 on November 28, 2011. Please feel free to contact me at dan@danwinslow.com if you have any questions about this or other state issues.
    Respectfully,
    - Dan Winslow, State Representative

  • 1/11 3:58pm   Hi, I have a white toddler bed that was never used and in great condition. I am asking $35. Please email at lauriejt12@gmail.com. Mattress not included.
    - LT

  • 1/9 4:08pm   A reminder that Norfolk Baseball's Winter Training Clinics start this Saturday and are filling up fast. The clinics are held at Extra Innings in Wrentham and are taught by Extra Innings professional instructors with help from Norfolk Baseball volunteers. Clinics run for 6 consecutive weeks starting this Saturday January 14th and focus on hitting, throwing and fielding. The clinics are an excellent opportunity for players to shake off the winter rust and get ready for tryouts and the spring season. All athletes participating in the clinics will receive a 2012 Winter Training T-shirt. Click here for more information. To register, click here or on the Register Online page at www.norfolkbaseball.com. Please direct any questions to TrainingDirector@norfolkbaseball.com.
    Registration is also open for our spring T-Ball, Little League and Babe Ruth seasons. To register, click here or on the Register Online page. Remember that payment for all Norfolk Baseball programs is due when registering. Families registering multiple players for spring season programs will automatically receive a $25 discount for each subsequent registration.
    - DL, Norfolk Baseball

  • 1/9 4:05pm   Youth Girls skis & boots and Youth Girls snowboard and boots for sale! Please contact me for more information. klenkalex@comcast.net.
    - KK

  • 1/9 4:04pm   Hilary, what happens to the animals that no one claims and that no one adopts?
    - AB-G

  • 1/9 3:54pm   Does anyone need a full time nanny for summer 2012? My name is Taylor Blake. I am 18 years old and I will be graduating KP High School this May. You can visit my profile at www.sittercity.com. All you have to do is go to the bottom of the page and click "Find Babysitters & Nannies" and then put in Norfolk's zip. If you are interested, please email me at tayb923@hotmail.com. Thanks!
    - TB

  • 1/9 3:53pm   THANK YOU: My mom came a long way for a family celebration, after the time in the car she wanted for a walk. She remembered that beautiful huge grassy vista we enjoy, so we went. Along the way she dropped a fancy scarf. She said "oh it's gone forever," I said "no, the people here are so kind and love this place too - I bet it will be hanging off a branch by the trailhead by tomorrow. It was! Someone made a branch into a pole and lay it there. Thank you Norfolk! It was a present and she felt bad to have lost it so soon.
    - MN

  • 1/7 6:25pm   Need pictures? I'm a Norfolk photographer who is out of work and looking to make some side scratch. I specialize in real estate and hyper-realistic landscape photography, but can do people, objects, etc to suit your needs. I am flexible in pricing and can produce prints up to 24"x36" if needed. www.AndyCalnan.com for examples, please email me and we can discuss your project. clamroll@gmail.com
    - AC

  • 1/7 6:23pm   A question for those in the know ~ my tax bill jumped by about 15% over last quarter which seems like an outrageous increase quarter over quarter within the same fiscal year. Can someone enlighten me as to why this is happening?
    - MM

  • 1/7 6:21pm   Don't forget to go to the Casino meeting at 7 on Monday night at the Olive Day School.
    - JHR

  • 1/7 6:20pm   Last call for tickets. King Philip Pride Softball fundraiser Bus Trip to Foxwoods Casino. Sat 1/28/2012 (no football!) bus leaves PAL athletic complex in Plainville at 4pm. $50 per ticket includes Luxury Peter Pan coach Bus ride (you can bring drinks/food on bus- just no glass), $10 food voucher, $10 keno voucher. Bus Leaves Foxwoods at 11pm to return home. It could be your lucky night! Please email me ASAP if interested. pamandy@comcast.net
    - PB

  • 1/7 6:19pm   You're right, JT. Nobody should knock Frisbee Golf unless they've tried it. It adds a bit of fun and camaraderie to the usual walk in the woods - and it's a game where your kids have a good chance of beating you.
    - AL

  • 1/7 6:16pm   February 1st is the last day to register for the Spring 2012 season. Please register your children for Norfolk Lions Youth Soccer today!
    Registration for Norfolk Lions Youth Soccer SPRING 2012 is now being accepted - Registration is ON-LINE only.
    All games are played in Norfolk on Sunday afternoons. NLYS is open to boys and girls age 3 (by September 1, 2011) thru grade 12. You do not have to live in Norfolk to join in on the fun!
    This Spring season we will be placing U9 (grades 2 & 3) players onto ALL Girl and ALL Boy teams.
    Visit the website www.norfolklionssoccer.com to register.
    Registration DEADLINE is February 1, 2012 - (after February 1st, players will be added to a Wait List and will only be placed onto a team, with a $50 Late Fee, should a space on a team become available) - Avoid disappointment and Register Early!
    Financial Assistance is available - for more information email norfolklionssoccer@verizon.net
    Like Us at Norfolk Lions Youth Soccer on Facebook.
    - HK

  • 1/7 6:15pm   The Norfolk Public Library offers a wide variety of FREE after-school programs for kids of all ages. Upcoming programs include improvisational theater games, a Chinese New Year celebration, floral arranging, crafts, book discussion groups, and more! Many programs require registration. To learn more or to register for programs, please visit [Library Youth Services page]
    - Amy Lang, Youth Services Librarian, Norfolk Public Library

  • 1/7 6:12pm   The Open Burning season will be starting on Sunday, January 15th. You may start filing for your permit Saturday, January 7th.
    To obtain your free permit, the Department will again be using the on-line permit process. You may go to the Town's website and click on the "Online Burning Permit Available 1/7" link, posted just below the Town Seal. Once you have completed the Permit application, we would remind you to print a copy of the Permit as a reference. This is important when you call the day you wish to burn as your Permit Number will be needed for the Department's records.
    Should you be unable to apply for your permit on-line, please come to the Public Safety building. A dedicated computer will again be made available in the lobby. If assistance is needed to file the Permit, please ask to speak with the on-duty firefighter staff, who will be glad to help out.
    Please note last year the DEP added the air quality index to the daily authorization to burn. Each day the on-duty fire officer checks the DEP site to ensure we as the Department can authorize open burning given atmospheric conditions.
    I would encourage anyone with questions or comments regarding open burning to please call the station, 508-528-3207 and ask to speak with me.
    The Department wishes everyone a safe open burning season.
    - Coleman C. Bushnell, Fire Chief, Norfolk Fire Department

  • 1/5 5:55pm   LL, you prove my point in your first sentence, regarding the sweeping and patching of roads for the PAN/MASS Challenge. The town should be maintaining our roads for the safety of the town residents. It is those residents who pay the taxes to keep the roads safe. Seekonk, Needham, and North Streets have a great deal of "local" bicycle traffic every day (in good weather). My question was... why, only when PAN/MASS riders are using our streets, do they get much needed repairs? What message does that send to the town taxpayers, who suffer the dangerous bumps and cracks on those streets on a daily basis? Who makes the ultimate decision that the roads are not enough of a safety hazzard for taxpayer-bicyclists, but need safety improvements when PAN/MASS is coming to town ? Either the roads are safe for bicycles, or they're not. Should repairs only be made when an important group of (mostly) non-Norfolk residents is going to use them for a few hours?
    I too believe that PAN/MASS is a wonderful, important event. I am a generous donor. I agree with your point that these streets would be in even worse condition, if not for PAN/MASS. My point is that any decision to spend money on road safety repairs, should be made in the interest of town residents. Otherwise, it gives the appearance of catering only to outsiders.
    Lastly, I know, as we all do, that our roads are deteriorating. We don't have the funds to fix them all at once. There is no easy fix, as we learned a few years ago when we voted for extra taxes which were to be used strictly for road repair/maintenance. Even those funds were not going to effect a fast fix, but they would have given us more money for better maintenance. Those funds are now just going into the general fund. Our Selectmen should be allocating ALL of those funds to road repairs, as promised to taxpayers. To make the excuse that "Oops, we didn't know that those funds couldn't be earmarked for roads, so now we can use them for anything", is just plain wrong. They still have the ability apply those $$ to road maintenance if they choose to. As a taxpayer, that would be my choice, because it's the "right thing to do".
    - JR

  • 1/5 5:54pm   A senior black lab with an electronic collar was picked up today at the corner of Diamond and Union. If you own him please call Animal Control at (508) 440 2816.
    On a separate note, I no longer am hosting a web page for animal control through Verizon due to expense and the amount of time it took to update. Norfolk Animal Control and Shelter is now on Facebook. If you'd like to see what's going on in our world, see what animals are up for adoption, lost animals that I've picked up, fund raisers, Norfolk animals in the media, pet tips, micro chip clinics, etc, please like us on Facebook. Our link is: [facebook link] or search for us Norfolk Massachusetts Animal Control and Shelter.
    - HC, Norfolk Animal Control

  • 1/5 5:53pm   Are you looking for a MATH TUTOR for your K-8 student? Please visit my website for more information. [page link References available upon request. Email andraj22@yahoo.com or call 857-231-1827
    - AC

  • 1/5 5:52pm   Saw on Fox News this morning that Trader Joes will be opening at Patriots Place this year! Great news!!
    - RC

  • 1/5 5:51pm   MG, I am not gonna tout my bona fides on this forum but, suffice to say, I can assure you that I know a thing or two about municipal budgets; and I am confident that you are quite wrong in your assertion that residential development is a net positive. Curious about your assertion about Gumps dragging on for years. The purchase is a year old and will result in four affordable houses, open space, recreational opportunities and a community garden. You also seem to forget that we purchased Highland Lake, which has tremendous recreational, conservation and historical value. And, if our CPC is smart and aggressive, we can pursue and preserve at least two valuable farms and several large developable swaths of forest, for which a 3 percent CPA surcharge would be vital. In addition to the savings we'd realize, we'd be preserving our environment, quality of life and local heritage. Looking at other similarly situated towns that have robust preservation programs, we'd also be enhancing our respective home values. And as to frisbee golf, I'm not sure I'd want to spend public dollars on it, but don't knock it til you try it!
    - JT

  • 1/5 5:50pm   SH - So very sorry to read of your loss of Ben. Know that many of us are thinking of your and your family.
    - KT

  • 1/5 5:49pm   Sorry to interject such a trivial matter when the wheels are coming off, but a while back someone was looking for a good haircut, and I had said she wouldn't find that around here. However, there's a salon called Maryann Geyser, right next to the Job Lot in Medway where I got an excellent cut from Heather, the best one I've had in a year. She was very attentive and gave me just what I asked for. The salon itself is spacious and very well appointed. They even give you cookies and coffee or tea!
    - AB-G

  • 1/5 5:48pm   Yard cleanups. Winter pruning. Brush removal. Dump runs. Discounted winter rates. Call Steve for estimate 508-541-7813
    - CD

  • 1/5 5:47pm   The Norfolk Cultural Council is sponsoring a Juried Art Competition at the Norfolk Public Library March 3rd to March 31st. A reception with awards, art, music and refreshments will be held on March 10th from 5-7PM. The competition is open to all artists; cash awards will be presented for the top ten pieces of art. A non-refundable entry fee ($15 for one entry, $20 for a maximum of two entries) made payable to the Norfolk Cultural Council is required to be considered for the juried competition. Applications may be sent with the payment (check or money order) from January 16th through and including February 3rd. Artists will be notified of their accepted artwork for the juried competition by February 9th via email or phone. Further information and an application may be requested by contacting norfolk2012@gmail.com.
    - RT

  • 1/5 5:46pm   To MG: If you are upset about land that the Town purchased with CPC funds, then your beef is not with the CPC, but with the majority of residents who voted to purchase the land. I am not aware of any swamp land that the Town purchased, could you be more specific. CPC maintains a list of properties in Town it feels would best preserve the Town's character. It is a short list. There is no land grab.
    I applaud you for getting involved, there are too many people who do nothing but complain and never get involved. For as long as I have lived here, development has always been an issue. The reason Norfolk is mostly residential is because that's the way most folks here like it.
    - DC

  • 1/5 5:45pm   The Norfolk Board of Selectmen, jointly with Representative Dan Winslow, will hold an informational meeting to discuss the impact of a casino on Norfolk. This meeting will be held at the H. Olive Day School Gymnasium, 232 Main Street, Norfolk on Monday, January 9, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.
    All residents are invited to attend.
    - JH, Town of Norfolk

  • 1/5 5:44pm   Our Board of Selectmen will have a casino discussion with the public January 9 at 7 PM in the H. Olive Day School Gym.
    - DLJ

  • 1/5 5:43pm   The shelter has gone to the birds. Literally. Is anyone missing a white crested black Polish hen? I picked one up today down by Old Coach and Lafayette. Very friendly and hanging out in the shelter. If you own, or know who may own, please call my officer 508 440 2816. Thank you!
    - Hilary Cohen, Norfolk Animal Control

  • 1/4 5:15pm   Craft Drop-in at Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary; saturdays in January. Ages: all ages. Cost: $1 per person.
    Stop by the Nature Center any time between 10am and 2pm and make your own craft from recycled/reused materials! Make a different craft each session, collect them all!
    Thank you,
    - Marla Cohen, Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary

  • 1/4 5:14pm   JT - I agree with you in regards to the viability of a CPC and the overall benefit to a town as it relates to taxes when a CPC spends wisely, and I would say that the majority would agree as well, hence we passed the CPC tax based in part of reasons you stated.
    The CPC meeting minutes show they are looking to build 3 houses on the property now known as Gumps? I will vote to reduce the tax in May. With the remaining 1% the CPC can continue to fund the small projects for the various requests they get from town boards and committees. We are not voting to abolish the CPC but to reduce the tax.
    BP of the CPC posted on 1/2 "The fund has grown because nearly all the funds raised have been matched by the state". I take issue with that statement. The state has NOT been matching funds for over 4 years. Meaning we USED to get 3% from the State when they were matching, the % has declined dramatically since 2007. If your bored out of your skull go to [commpres.env.state.ma.us page] and start to read.
    - LS

  • 1/4 5:13pm   SH, So sorry to hear about Ben. We have two dogs, and are very attached to them, even when they are being naughty, which is often! It's always tough losing a pet (best friend), but especially in those circumstances. May I make a friendly suggestion; don't wait too long to get another dog. There is nothing to feel guilty about, and there are plenty of dogs out there in need of a home. When we lost our dog of 16 years, it wasn't long before we got Zoe (a beautiful yellow lab puppy who is now 6), and we have no regrets. Sorry for your loss.
    - PMM

  • 1/4 5:12pm   Dear KE, AB-G and PN (and anyone else that I missed),
    Thanks so much for your words of comfort regarding Ben. Only other dog lovers would understand the grief. Your kindness is much appreciated.
    - SH

  • 1/4 5:11pm   To JT: First let me quote you "I would be the first to argue that our CPC should be more proactive in securing valuable lands." To anyone who doesn't really see what the CPC is about this is it. It isn't about affordable housing, it isn't about historical perseveration, it is about "tak(ing) prime lands out of play for development" with your tax dollars.
    Why is the CPC's land grab a problem our tiny Town?
    1. JT and CPC Supporters have no idea how our Town budget works. In our Town budget or any Municipal budget other than Detroit, Michigan a certain amount of growth is factored in. If you halt growth, you increase the tax burden on those who are currently paying them. We are in the neighborhood of 94% residential so that means your Property Taxes will continue to go up at the MAXIMUM amount which does not even meet inflation, so further Town services have to be cut each year.
    2. Modest development does not cost the Town extra dollars; in fact it brings in revenue. The roads are built, fire/police at this time is a fixed cost, the schools we have already incurred costs on/paying for and enrollment is down. However, permits, development fees, additional tax paying entities all bring in more revenue. This is basic economics.
    The CPC isn't going anywhere, the people of Norfolk have an opportunity to roll back the 3% tax to 1% in the May election this year, so it will still collect money an also still has over $400,000 in the bank.
    And for DC: I have been to meetings for the CPC and most recently I volunteered on the Gumps Farm planning committee (I did this strictly to be a voice of reason to push against the purposed band shell and public restrooms, both items we cannot afford to maintain). I am speaking from firsthand experience. The mantra is always what can we buy next or how can we spend what we have.
    Since 2001 the CPC has been collecting 3% on our property taxes, and what do we have to show for it? We purchased land that no one wanted that could never be built (swamp land) that used to have tax revenue coming in from it, we tore up the center of Town with both the Grange and Gumps which have dragged on for years and will continue, we ordered countless feasibility studies including the now famous Frisbee Golf at the town dump survey, etc.
    I for one am tired of empty promises that giving my money to a group of people will save our Town, the only thing I see happening is it will bankrupt it. Before a response is given in support of the CPC please understand it is not going away it will still be there collecting 1% if the measure is passed. We have laid of public sectors employees over and over, cut services and cannot maintain what we currently have in Town, why should the CPC be immune to cuts as well?
    - MG

  • 1/4 5:10pm   On January 9th at 7 PM in the H Olive Day cafeteria ( where we vote) there will be an informational meeting regarding the casino sitution in Foxboro.
    Remember that within an 8 mile radius of the proposed location of the casino complex, most if not almost all the homes are in Norfolk and South Walpole, not Foxboro. Please attend!
    - AB-G

  • 1/4 5:09pm   JT, I couldn't disagree with you more. At the end of the day CPC needs to be disbanded. They serve no purpose in Norfolk. As one post stated Norfolk's location is not a magnet for commercial development, as a result there will always be open space in Norfolk. I like the idea that the tax be optional, if you want to pay the extra 3% in property taxes it's your right, if you don't why should I be forced to do so. These are hard times and monies are tight this recession will plague this country for many years to come I don't want to pay the 3% additional property taxes to the CPC. Norfolk is in this financial mess because our government officials including the Advisory Board another board that needs house cleaning couldn't control their thirst for tax and spend the past decade, resulting in the high taxes Norfolk residents are faced with for years to come. What we should have been doing is putting monies away for times like this!!
    - DM

  • 1/4 5:08pm   Please let EF know that I would love to let the rabbits live indoors but due to my severe allergies I am unable. This is the only way my girls can have the bunnies. We belong to a 4H club with other rabbit owners whose rabbits are all housed outdoors so we can learn the best ways to handle the situation.
    I do allow the girls to bring them in to exercise and play. I just cannot touch them or be in the same room. Thank you for your thoughts EF.
    - PRB

  • 1/4 5:07pm   There is an online petition which is being circulated through Foxboro, Walpole, Norfolk, and Wrentham which asks Mr. Kraft to withdraw the proposal. Here is the link. [petition link] If you agree, please sign and forward it an email to your friends too. Thank you!
    - SD

  • 1/4 5:06pm   To MG and others- While I don't know the details of all the CPC activities and understand that we're all struggling financially in this economy (and a frisbee park sounds strange - is that for real?), I urge you to not be hasty in pushing for the elimination of this tax. MG commented that the CPC indicated they want to purchase Jane and Paul's farm when they retire. I certainly hope the town does. Because if a developer buys it, our town will not be the same. Hundreds and hundreds of homes could be built on that land, changing the fabric of our town and neighborhoods, and demanding more town services (police, fire, schools) which we would all end up paying for in new taxes anyway. I agree that certain recent purchases are a mystery (I still don't understand what the Grange is for, and I hate to see Gumps looking the way it is), but perhaps there is a long term strategy for preserving this town that's best served by keeping the CPC tax intact.
    - JT

  • 1/4 5:05pm   KE: Everything you say is probably true. Nevertheless, I think Mr. Kraft has the earned the right to put forward his proposal before we shoot it down.
    - RM

  • 1/3 8:14pm   As many of you know, there are some efforts being made by Robert Kraft and Steve Wynn to build a resort casino on the land across from Patriot Place. This land borders neighborhoods in Norfolk and South Walpole, both of whom would be greatly impacted by such a project. Beyond these residents, surrounding towns would be impacted by an increased demand on services such as police, fire and school systems without any of the financial reward that Foxboro will receive. Casinos bring temporary jobs during the construction phase but are then known to provide mostly low paying positions to locals thereafter. The Foxboro Selectmen voted 3-2 last week to end discussions with Kraft and Wynn, and to reinforce that message a petition is circulating asking them to look elsewhere for a location to build. If you have a moment and are so inclined, please click on the link and sign the petition. A message will be delivered to Mr. Kraft stating that a casino is not wanted in this area. I appreciate your support. [petition page]
    - KE

  • 1/3 8:13pm   MJG & MD: I think you're being a little harsh on the CPC. Look at all they've accomplished in five and a half years with our tax dollars with the Grange (and they actually contemplated asking for more money for that...)
    - PA

  • 1/3 8:12pm   SH -- I am so sorry for your loss. We have two beloved dogs and I am in tears reading your post. My thoughts are with you and your family.
    - KE

  • 1/3 8:11pm   Looking for someone to fix cracks in basement floor and seal coat/paint it.
    - DWL

  • 1/3 8:10pm   How awful to have lost your Ben like that; I am so, so sorry. When they're sick, you can say goodbye, but when they go lost, I suppose the only consolation is to at least have their remains rather than to never know their fate... Yes, he is most definitely in a better place.
    - AB-G

  • 1/3 8:09pm   Norfolk Democrats to elect delegates to state convention: These elected convention delegates vote on candidates for 2012 U. S. Senate Democratic primary.
    Democrats in Norfolk will be holding a caucus at The Norfolk Town Library at 139 Main Street, Norfolk, MA 02056 on February 11, 2012 at 12:30 to elect 5 delegates and 3 alternates to the 2012 Massachusetts Democratic Convention, where Democrats from across Massachusetts will select candidates to compete for the Democratic nomination for U. S. Senate. The convention will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield.
    This is going to be an exciting year as we build on our recent successes and prepare for the elections in 2012 commented Massachusetts Democratic Party Chairman John Walsh. Caucuses are the first step in building a community organizing strategy for victory. They give people an opportunity to become part of the local effort.
    The caucus is open to all registered Democrats in Norfolk, and the Democratic Committee warmly welcomes participants. Delegates will be divided equally between men and women, and all ballots will be written and in secret. In the spirit of inclusion, youth, minorities, and people with disabilities who are not elected as delegates or alternates may apply to be add-on- delegates. Details on the rules can be found at www.massdems.org.
    The committee normally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at the Norfolk town Library. For more information on the caucus or the committee please contact Jim Giebfried at jrgieb@juno.com
    - JG

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  • 1/3 8:07pm   MN, As to the prison mitigation money, neither the math nor the timeline supports the conclusion that the decline in prison mitigation money caused a big "jump" in your taxes. Nevertheless, when "our" Rep. Winslow is done dodging questions about his hypocrisy over local casinos, I too am hopeful that he will resume efforts to restore the prison mitigation money.
    As to commercial tax revenue somehow "balancing" taxes, I wouldn't quite hitch my wagon to that cart. As we know, Norfolk's location does not lend itself to being a magnet for commercial development. And while some incremental growth could be accommodated, don't expect a panacea. Look at Mansfield, which has had major commercial development but still can't find a way to fund its schools or basic gov't functions.
    As to the CPA haters, I would be the first to argue that our CPC should be more proactive in securing valuable lands and other projects but, even discounting the plain quality of life improvements that we enjoy from the CPC, it can be readily demonstrated that, when used properly, a 3% surcharge is more than offset by the savings realized when we take prime lands out of play for development. That is, given increases in costs for school, roads, police, fire, water (etc.) associated with new development, we are ahead of the game if we maximize our CPA funds (and the State match). And, then, when factoring in the multitude of benefits that we enjoy from having more open space, more historical resources and more affordable housing, a robust and fully funded CPA is a must, in my humble opinion. I encourage everyone to vote to save it this May.
    - JT

  • 1/3 8:06pm   I have some rotted wood on the exterior of my house that needs to be replaced. Any recommendations will be greatly appreciated. Thank you,
    - TSD

  • 1/3 8:05pm   I just bought a new 27 ton log splitter. If any Norfolk residents want to rent it for $50 per day please call me. I will drop it off and pick it up. Thanks, Rob 508-989-7913
    - RA

  • 1/3 8:04pm   Does anyone know what the CPC has bought since 2001? I would love to know what I'm spending my money on, and I would love to take my family to these locations so we can enjoy the land we are "saving."
    - PB

  • 1/3 8:02pm   Stop sign down on Diamond St. & Union St., Jan. 2nd. 2012. Starting the year out ... right?
    Okay, this looks about right. Well, usual anyway.... Sad. Speeding cars on a narrow little scenic side street filled with pavement cracks and small animals scurrying out of the way of irresponsible drivers, and even neighbors, like me, trying to take a mellow walk... and what do I find? Yeah... someone was actually going fast enough to take this stop sign down!! Hey folks, 30 miles an hour is obviously too fast for someone!!
    Slow the .... down, will you, PLEASE! What's the matter? Are you in such a hurry that you cannot take in the view and at least look where your car is going? Pretty pathetic way to start the New Year!! Someone do something about this!!
    - PRR

  • 1/3 7:59pm   MJG, if you dont like the things CPC spends money on, attend their meeting and provide input. I don't disagree with you about the frisbee golf, but that idea likely came from someone who attended the meeting. I bet that person did not think it was a waste of his/her tax dollars. What would you like to see the CPC money spent on?
    I place a high value on open space and support the CPC tax for that reason. I moved to Norfolk 20 years ago because it reminded me of where I grew up in western North Carolina. Every time we develop a vacant piece of land, we lose open space and displace the wildlife that lives there. Look what happened to Shire Industrial Park. The land was clear cut and divided into commercial lots. Most of those lots are still vacant and the owner is not paying taxes on them.
    Whether you were born here or moved here, my guess is that you like the Town's character the way it is. I don't care if Norfolk is the next Dover, but I don't want it to become the next Dedham.
    - DC

  • 1/3 7:58pm   To BP - How exactly does buying unbuildable land that can never be developed that currently has tax revenue benefit or preserve the Town? How did paying for a Frisbee Golf feasibility study on the Town Dump (which by the way couldn't be done anyway because it violates the CP Law) benefit or preserve the Town? How does at your most recent meeting unanimously voting to reimburse legal costs associated with someone trying to get rid of unwanted land benefit or preserve the Town?
    At the last Town Meeting CPC Board Members are recorded asking if commercially zoned property on Route 1A can be purchased by the CPC. CPC Members are recorded at the Town Meeting stating they want to pay for Jane and Paul's retirement by purchasing their farm. How far do we really want to take this? How many hundreds of thousands of dollars does our tiny town want to fork over to purchase land in the name of preservation? If this is path we have taken we should just all sell our backyards to the CPC at top dollar and make the town mow them.
    - MG

  • 1/3 7:57pm   To PRB--why not house your rabbits indoors? If spayed/neutered, they can easily be litter box trained, they are impeccably clean, and if given lots of toys, will actually play and be quite social (my guys love baby keys and stacking blocks). I have 3 rabbits living in an upstairs bedroom and they wander other parts of the home during the day. They are safe from predators, escapes, fly strike (maggots) and weather extremes. They never go outside--they have all they need indoors with a mainly hay diet and fresh greens during the week and ample run around time. They are aged 7.5, 9 and 10 and are still going strong. If you are interested in learning more about making a transition to the indoors (it's really easy), have the Wm give you my e-mail address. If there are other animals in the home, they can do fine with them. My cat was more afraid of my rabbits than the rabbits were of him.
    - EF

  • 1/3 7:55pm   SH: Sorry to hear about Ben. Our family (including two young children), kept a watchful eye out every day looking around as we ran errands and such around town. We had hoped to see him and bring him home. Our thoughts are with you.
    - PN

  • 1/2 7:44pm   Re: "The Big Enchilada" rather than sifting small parts of our budget & tax burden and those we voted yes for (new school) - what is going on with the 3/4 of a million we lost from the state for "prison mitigation"? Aside from the Freeman construction bump, that's when my taxes really jumped. I heard our Winslow made some inroads w the Patrick admin, is that just being polite? For a town w very very little commercial tax revenue, we seem vulnerable to any big hit. I imagine a downtown sewer project would be daunting number$ for for us to take on? I do realize the town changes as all towns do. With Rt 115 finally done, what's the 5 or even 10 year plan to balance the taxes. I don't see Southwood being developed anytime soon. Just curious about that stuff. One more thought: even if I don't ever agree w you, please come to town meeting. Last meeting one vote was something like 29/36 - my side lost but I was more embarrassed for us as a town that so few cared. Thanks for your time.
    - MN

  • 1/2 7:42pm   The CPC or Community Preservation Committee's purpose is to preserve the look and feel of our town for ourselves and future citizens. This means preserving farms, woods lakes and views around town. How much development do we want in Norfolk, how much land do we want to preserve? Many years ago, as a result of excellent town planning, Norfolk leaders instituted zoning that helped to preserve our still fairly rural town. The CPA legislation that is the law of Massachusetts allows towns to voluntarily set aside funds to be spent on only land preservation, Historic preservation, creation of affordable housing and recreation. This is also excellent town planning. The money can't be taken to be used for police, fire, education, or general government. This is the good part or the bad part depending on your point of view. It allows town voters to have some funds, and to accumulate funds for conservation and preservation purposes.
    Norfolk passed the Community Preservation Act in 2001 and Norfolk has accumulated some funds to put toward these purposes. The fund has grown because nearly all the funds raised have been matched by the state and because we have been careful how we recommend spending it. Some of the projects have been voted down at Town meeting; the CPC doesn't spend any money without a vote of the town. If you are in favor of being able to control the future of your town, you should support the CPC 3% tax in the future. Someone said this was a good ole boys club serving special interests? what? special interests like conservation, preservation, housing and recreation, maybe that's what he meant. It was also suggested that this cause is supported only by the wealthy. What? Affordable housing isn't just for the wealthy and preserving our existing old architecture isn't just for the wealthy, having open space protected and recreation for all isn't just for the wealthy.
    The committee is made up of volunteers from 4 different boards in town and representatives from each district. The CPC meets on the 3rd Wednesday at town hall. We look for your support and we welcome your input.
    - BP, CPC

  • 1/2 7:41pm   MJG, I AGREE WITH YOU 100%! The CPC tax must go. When I got my property tax bill I got dizzy. This town is out of control, there is already talk of a push for a new public safety building. This is a small town with NO commercial tax base to speak of. The small number of residential homes cannot support the big ideas of a liberal town government. I for one am going to sell my property as soon as I can get a decent price. I can rent a luxury apartment and pocket $7000 in property taxes per year. The idea of retiring and staying in my home is longer an option.
    - MG

  • 1/2 7:39pm   Items that need a new home:
    Used Pearl Drum set with Zildjian cymbals (200$)
    Large Armoire (White washed original--wood) (Best Offer)
    Large cut glass punch bowl with platter and 12 cups and ladle
    Schwinn Air-dyne exercise bike (Best offer)
    Thomasville TV cabinet (cherry) with glass case and shelves for either side (about 57" tall and 7 feet wide) (Best offer)
    White Pali four drawer baby chest of drawers (Free)
    Patio table (round glass) and 4 chairs (Best offer)
    Two color TVs with built in DVD players (Toshiba 22" and Magnavox 19") Both in great working condition. (Free)
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    - JN

  • 1/2 7:32pm   The King Philip Parents' Network will hold a kick-off planning meeting for the 2012 All Night Party on Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 (snow date January 19th) in the KP High School library at 7:00 p.m. The All Night Party is a 22-year-old tradition that keeps graduates safe on the night of graduation. Over 100 parent volunteers are needed to help decorate, set-up and chaperone the party. Raffle tickets will be sold at the meeting for prizes such as front row seats and premiere parking at graduation. For more information about the All Night Party, please visit the KP Parents' Network website at kpparentnetwork.org.
    - GA

  • 1/2 7:26pm   Hi, Sadly, we found Ben's body yesterday and have brought him home. I want to thank all our neighbors - Rob and Sue, Myles and Elizabeth, Steve and Lorraine and Dan and Erika for all their love, help and support.
    A special thanks to Zack and Carl Ziegler and Chris Shea, who discovered Ben and helped us retrieve his body and bring him home.
    And a most special thanks to Hillary Cohen, our Animal Control Officer, who did so much to help us. She was in frequent contact and full of good ideas. She was supportive and did so much to get the word out on our missng boy.
    Ben is safe and at peace now and thanks to all who helped us so much
    - SH

  • 1/2 7:23pm   The following is a reprint of a letter that was sent two years ago to the editors of The Boomerang and The Sun Chronicle:
    To the Editor:

    For the past nearly sixteen years, it has been my responsibility within the school district to recommend and implement routine and emergency maintenance procedures and capital projects at our town's two elementary school buildings. Our record in respect to the above has been thoroughly examined (read scrutinized) by the Massachusetts School Building Authority.

    The district is proud of the fact that, in calculating the reimbursement rate for the proposed replacement of the Freeman Centennial School, the Authority chose to award us one Incentive Point in the category of "Best Practices for Routine and Capital Maintenance". Each Point is equal to 1% of the project cost, and in this case amounts to some $325,000 that the state will be providing due solely to our past maintenance practices.

    We feel that this independent affirmation of the effectiveness of our maintenance and capital program is at odds with suggestions that the Freeman Centennial has not been properly maintained in recent years.

    Toby Lyons
    Supervisor of Buildings
    Norfolk Public Schools

    - TL

  • 1/2 7:09pm   One way to avoid the big special interest crowd attendance at town meeting is to use a lottery system to determine the order of items to be discussed. No one will know what time to show up for the controversial ones. Quite inconvenient, but effective and fair.
    - MJS

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  • 1/1 8:58pm   For DR: Good for you! As for the tax rates, I laughed ruefully. My neighbor says he heard someone at a TM say they wanted N to be "more Doveresque". So I guess we surpassed them in one ( and only one) respect. Oh, if only I could have afforded to buy in Medfield when I rented there. As for the sidewalks... talk about the Bridge to Nowhere! Just how many people are going to be walking back and forth across 115 @ 1A, or on the new partial sidewalks? Recreational walkers? I don't see them. They could more pleasantly and safely walk around the fields on 115.
    For MJG: I didn't get the sunscreen reference at first either. I think he/she means that it's something so important, you buy it no matter whether or not you can afford it.
    For DM, so right you are about the General (slush?) Fund as well as your other points. Money's supposed to stay in there only a year, unless it goes for something else, is that right? (I assume you are prepared for a salvo from one or more indignant town officials.) Re TM, it is so true that the specials interests do show up in droves, as is their right, and have their way (then jump up and walk out) because there is such poor attendance! This MUST stop.
    Which brings me, last buit not least, to my friend TEM, about whom I was wondering just the other day, not having seen your posts recently (I am NOT being sarcastic). I was interested to learn the compostion of the approximate 50%. It would be good to know how that breaks down. Do you have that? I knew that there are many corporations which pay no Fed tax, notably among them GE, the CEO of which spends a lot of time at the White... well, you know. Actually, as far as paying one's taxes, as a retired municipal employee (not worker) I pay no state tax since I never had a payroll tax to pay and earned no SS benefit there . Had I paid at another where I earned the 14 quarters, I still would receive only a small amount of SS, due to my lavish pension (now I AM sarcastic).
    Well, at least the sun is out today. Happy New Year; may it be better than the last!
    - AB-G

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    - SN

  • 1/1 8:47pm   Does anyone have an outside rabbit cage they are not using. We are looking to replace the hutch our bunny escaped from. Thank you!
    - PRB

  • 1/1 8:46pm   Happy New Year!

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