Wrentham

A Statement from King Philip Superintendent Paul Zinni and Wrentham Police Chief William McGrath

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Monday, Oct. 7, 2019

For Immediate Release

Media Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

A Statement from King Philip Superintendent Paul Zinni and Wrentham Police Chief William McGrath

WRENTHAM — King Philip Regional School District Superintendent Paul Zinni and Wrentham Police Chief William McGrath would like to issue the following statement regarding this week’s homecoming varsity football game:

“It has come to our attention that at the Friday night, Oct. 4, varsity football game between King Philip and Mansfield, several King Philip students in the student seating section exhibited poor sportsmanship and behavior that violates local laws and the student handbook, including underage drinking.

Some of the students were acting unruly and chanting vulgarities toward the opponents and their fans. When a KPHS staff member tried to go intervene and speak to a particular student, a group of students shouted obscenities at the staff member. In addition, the staff member was unable to walk up the stands because of overcrowding and people sitting on the bleacher stairs.

Following the game, empty alcohol containers were found where the students had been sitting.

Superintendent Zinni and Chief McGrath would like to notify the community that this type of behavior is not acceptable and can put students and others at risk.

Therefore, at this week’s homecoming game against Attleboro High School, there will be an increased police presence along with additional school staff. They will be monitoring the stands for the illegal consumption of alcohol.

Any student found in possession or under the influence of alcohol may be subject to legal and administrative consequences. Please note, as part of the student handbook, school administrators can breathalyze any student at a school event when they suspect that they may be under the influence of alcohol.

As a safety reminder, the stairs on the bleachers must remain clear at all times. This will also be strictly enforced at Friday’s game to ensure safety, along with seating capacities.

As everyone knows, Warrior pride runs deep throughout the Tri-Town area. Rooting for KP and having fun at the football games is something we all look forward to. But the behavior of the students at last week’s game was unacceptable and unsafe. It is our job to ensure that all KP activities and events are safe and enjoyable for all who attend.”

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Wrentham Fire Department to Receive Over $1 Million Grant to Hire 6 New Firefighters

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For Immediate Release

Friday, Sept. 20, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Wrentham Fire Department to Receive Over $1 Million Grant to Hire 6 New Firefighters

WRENTHAM — Chief Antonio Marino and Town Administrator Kevin Sweet are pleased to announce that the Wrentham Fire Department was awarded an over $1 million grant to fund the hiring of six new firefighters for the department.

Distributed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response Grants (SAFER) provides funding for fire departments to help increase and maintain the number of firefighters able to respond to emergencies in the community.

“Having the ability to hire six new firefighters will help immensely in bringing our fire department up to the proper and adequate staffing levels that we need to best serve our community,” Chief Marino said. “We are extremely fortunate and thankful to have been selected for this grant.”

The grant covers a period of three years in which Wrentham Fire will use the funds to recruit and retain an additional six full-time career firefighters. The awarded $1,004,828 will cover approximately 75 percent of the salaries and benefits in the first two years and 35 percent of the same costs in year three. Any contractual increases in years two  and three are the responsibility of the town. At the closing of the grant the funding for the new positions will be the responsibility of the town.

“I would like to acknowledge Chief Marino and Captain Ken Jefferson who sought much needed funding for a staff shortage,” Town Administrator Sweet said. “Chief Marino has shown a continued dedication to address the increasing service demands of our community for the short-term and long-term. Chief Marino will be joining us on Oct. 1 for a fire department update and further discussion about this grant and funding needs.”

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State Officials Announce Aerial Spraying for EEE in Wrentham

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Town of Wrentham
Kevin Sweet, Town Administrator
79 South St.
Wrentham, MA 02093

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

State Officials Announce Aerial Spraying for EEE in Wrentham

WRENTHAM — Town Administrator Kevin Sweet would like to notify residents that state officials announced yesterday that aerial mosquito spraying will be done in Wrentham and other Norfolk County communities over the next week.

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) currently lists the risk level for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in Wrentham as “moderate.” As of Wednesday, there have not been any samples that have tested positive for the virus in Wrentham.

EEE is a rare but serious illness spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. While EEE can infect people of all ages, people under 15 or over 50 years of age are at the greatest risk for serious illness.

“While Wrentham’s risk level is currently considered ‘moderate,’ we still would like to see residents use precautions and avoid mosquito bites whenever possible,” Town Administrator Sweet said. “As of Tuesday, there were 36 communities at critical risk, 42 at high risk and 115 at moderate risk for the EEE virus in Massachusetts. This is an issue that nearly every community in the state is currently dealing with. We will be keeping a close eye on how things progress in our region and residents will be notified if there are any further updates regarding Wrentham.”

To view a searchable map of where aerial spraying will occur click here.

Town Administrator Sweet recommends the following safety precautions offered by the MDPH to protect yourself and your loved ones:

Avoid Mosquito Bites

  • Be aware of peak mosquito hours: The hours from dusk to dawn are peak biting times for many mosquitoes. Consider rescheduling outdoor activities that occur during the evening or early morning. If you are outdoors at any time and notice mosquitoes around you, take steps to avoid being bitten by moving indoors, covering up and/or wearing repellent.
  • Clothing can help reduce mosquito bites: Although it may be difficult to do when it’s hot, wearing long sleeves, long pants and socks while outdoors will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.
  • Apply insect repellent when you go outdoors. Use a repellent with DEET, permethrin, picaridin, IR3535 or oil of lemon eucalyptus according to the instructions on the product label. DEET products should not be used on infants under two months of age and should be used in concentrations of 30 percent or less on older children. Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of age. Permethrin products are intended for use on items such as clothing, shoes, bed nets and camping gear and should not be applied directly to your skin.

Mosquito-Proof Your Home

  • Drain standing water: Many mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Limit the number of places around your home for mosquitoes to breed by either draining or getting rid of items that hold water. Check rain gutters and drains. Empty any unused flowerpots and wading pools and change water in birdbaths frequently.
  • Install or repair window and door screens: Some mosquitoes like to come indoors. Keep them outside by having tightly-fitting screens on all of your windows and doors.

The other Norfolk County communities where aerial spraying will be done include: Bellingham, Franklin, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, Medfield, Walpole, Foxborough, Sharon, Norwood, Westwood, Dover, Needham and Wellesley.

Information about EEE and reports of current and historical EEE virus activity in Massachusetts can be found on the MDPH website at www.mass.gov/dph/mosquito.

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Town of Wrentham Appoints Chad Lovett as New Director of Facilities and Capital Planning

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Town of Wrentham
Kevin Sweet, Town Administrator
79 South St.
Wrentham, MA 02093

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Town of Wrentham Appoints Chad Lovett as New Director of Facilities and Capital Planning

WRENTHAM — Town Administrator Kevin Sweet is pleased to announce that Chad Lovett has been appointed Wrentham’s new Director of Facilities and Capital Planning.

Lovett has an extensive background as a leader in facilities and construction management. He has over 20 years of experience in construction management and previously worked in the private sector as a national Director of Facilities and Maintenance, Director of Construction and Maintenance, Project Manager and Drafter/Planner.

In his work, Lovett provided facilities leadership for a large multi-site grocery chain spread throughout the United States, directed over $55 million in annual facilities spending over 160,000 work orders, managed the development and deployment of an electronic work order management system, oversaw implementation of preventative maintenance programs and managed regulatory compliance.

Lovett is certified as a Retail Facilities Management Professional (RFMP) and holds an unrestricted Massachusetts Construction Supervisor license. In addition, he served five years on the Finance Committee of his former hometown of Abington, including a year as its Chairman.

“Chad’s career has been dedicated to facilities and construction management, giving him the significant level of experience that he now brings to the Town of Wrentham,” Town Administrator Sweet said. “We are excited to welcome Chad to this role and look forward to seeing how he will benefit the town.”

Lovett began in his new role on Monday, Aug.12.

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