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Franklin Awarded $500,000 EPA Brownfields Cleanup Grant

Continued Environmental Assessment and Remediation Work at the Nu-Style Property to Unlock Opportunities for Redevelopment with $100,000 Contribution from the Town of Franklin.

Franklin, MA – The Town of Franklin has been awarded $500,000 by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through the Brownfields... more ››

Town Council Meeting - June 21st, 2023

Town Council Meeting - June 21st, 2023

The Town Council will meet on June 21st, 2023 at 7pm. 

Franklin Municipal Building CLOSURE - June 19th, 2023

Franklin Municipal Building CLOSURE - June 19th, 2023

The Franklin Municipal Building will be CLOSED on Monday, June 19th, 2023 in observance of Juneteenth. We will reopen on Tuesday, June 20th... more ››

Stormwater Utility Fee Implementation July 1, 2023

Stormwater Utility Fee Implementation July 1, 2023

Stormwater Utility Credit Application Available Now

Starting July 1st, 2023, the Town will shift from funding Stormwater services through the town’s general fund, to a more equitable and... more ››

Strawberry Stroll - Rescheduled for Rain Date June 10, 2023

Strawberry Stroll - Rescheduled for Rain Date June 10, 2023

The Strawberry Stroll, hosted by the Franklin Downtown Partnership, has been MOVED due to inclement weather. The Strawberry Stroll will now... more ››

Weekend Fun in Franklin - Strawberry Stroll - June 9, 2023

Weekend Fun in Franklin - Strawberry Stroll - June 9, 2023

The Franklin Downtown Partnership will be hosting the Strawberry Stroll THIS FRIDAY, June 9th, 2023 from 4pm - 8pm Downtown. Live music... more ››

Nason Street Playground Ribbon Cutting

Nason Street Playground Now Open - Featuring Accessibility Updates

On May 31st, 2023, Town staff and community members gathered for a Dedication ceremony at the Nason Street Henry "Ski" Faenza Playground,... more ››

DPW Notice - Water Conservation Measures Now in Effect

DPW Notice - Water Conservation Measures Now in Effect

In accordance with the Town’s Water Management Act Permit issued by the State, the following Water Conservation Measures are in effect as... more ››

Town Council Meeting - June 7th, 2023

Town Council Meeting - June 7th, 2023

The Town Council will meet on June 7th, 2023 at 7pm. 

Notice from the Department of Public Works

DPW Reminder - Curbside Trash Pick-up: one day delay for the entire week due to Memorial Day

Reminder for next week's curbside trash pick-up (May 29th - June 2nd)! If your regular collection day is Monday, it will now be on Tuesday... more ››

Franklin Municipal Building CLOSURE -  May 29th, 2023

Franklin Municipal Building CLOSURE - May 29th, 2023

The Franklin Municipal Building will be CLOSED on Monday, May 29th, 2023 in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 30th... more ››

Spring Health Fair - May 24th, 2023

Spring Health Fair: Fun-filled Event for All Ages! - May 24th, 2023

Join us TONIGHT, Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 for a free and fun filled evening at our 1st annual Spring Health Fair at the Franklin Public... more ››

Town Council Meeting - May 25th, 2023

Town Council Meeting - May 25th, 2023

Proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Public Hearing

The Town Council will meet on May 25th, 2023 at 7pm. 

Town Council Meeting - May 24th, 2023

Town Council Meeting - May 24th, 2023

Proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Public Hearing

The Town Council will meet on May 24th, 2023 at 7pm. 

Finance Committee Meetings - May 8th, May 10th and May 11th of 2023

Finance Committee Meetings - May 8th, May 10th and May 11th of 2023

The Finance Committee will hold a series of meetings May 8th, 2023 - May 11th, 2023. These meetings will review various aspects of the... more ››

Economic Development Subcommittee - May 3rd, 2023

Economic Development Subcommittee - May 3rd, 2023

The Economic Development Subcommittee will meet on May 3rd, 2023 at 5:30pm.

Town Council Meeting - May 3rd, 2023

Town Council Meeting - May 3rd, 2023

The Town Council will meet on May 3rd, 2023 at 7pm.

Open Space and Recreation Plan

3 Days Left to Complete the Open Space and Recreation Plan Citizen Survey!

Survey Closes April 30th, 2023

Franklin Residents! Time is ticking to complete the ... more ››

Capital Budget Subcommittee Meeting - April 26th, 2023

Capital Budget Subcommittee Meeting - April 26th, 2023

The Capital Budget Subcommittee will meet April 26th, 2023.

Town Council Meeting - April 25th, 2023

Town Council Meeting - April 26th, 2023

The Town Council will meet on April 26th, 2023 at 7pm.

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