The next phase of Franklin For All is ready! Our project consultants have created draft rezoning recommendations utilizing your feedback. Join us for a hybrid public forum at 6:30pm on Monday, May 16 at The Black Box or via Zoom. Weigh in on draft zoning recommendations and learn about next steps for the rezoning efforts. Doors open at 6:00pm.
Franklin for All is a study with the MAPC aimed at rezoning Franklin center for economic growth and diverse housing opportunities.
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Give the gift of Franklin this Mother's Day |
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With Mother's day right around the corner, consider, gifting Mom a Think Franklin First gift card! With over 40 participating businesses, mom is sure to use it towards something she'll love in the place she calls home! Stop by Dean Bank to get a physical card just in time for Mother's Day, or send her an e-gift card via our website.
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Franklin Fire raises the bar yet again! |
The Franklin Fire Department received the highest rating attainable from the ISO's Public Protection Classification program, making them the 9th Fire Department in the state and 15th Fire Department in New England to obtain an ISO Class 1 classification - which will be effective July 1, 2022.
Property owners are encouraged to inquire about the change in rating with their insurers, as it may affect insurance premiums on personal and commercial policies.
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Memorial Day Celebrations with the VSO
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The annual Memorial Day Breakfast will be on May 27 from 9am -11am at the Senior Center. This event will be catered by the talented students at Tri County High School. Reservations required. Call (508) 520-4945 to reserve your spot!
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Get ready for the Memorial Day Parade on May 30. The parade will start at Dean College at 10:30am and conclude on the Town Common, where a Memorial Day Ceremony will be held at 12pm. Veterans' wishing to participate can contact the Veterans' Services Office at (508) 613-1315.
- Don't forget to take a stroll through our Veterans' Memorial Walkway located on our beautiful Town Common by the War Memorial. The next installation of engraved bricks will be complete prior to Memorial Day.
Senior Center Happenings!
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Put on your dancing shoes and get ready for Live Music and Performance by Al Testa and the Classic Jazz Quintet on May 13 at 1pm. Please call to register.
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Wood Carving Expo on May 20 starting at 10am. The Wood Carving group is having an expo to show off their hard work. Come and see all the talent!
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Shredding Event (sponsored by D.A) - come one come all for your shredding needs! There will be a box truck in the parking lot May 24 from 10am- 1pm. No limit on shredding.
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Get ready for the new Rainbow Café! Are you an ally or member of the LGBTQ+ community? Come join us and likeminded folks for coffee, conversation, and friendship! First meeting is May 31 at 10am. Please call to register.
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Water Conservation Measures Effective June 6! |
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- No automatic lawn watering between the hours of 9am to 5pm.
- No holiday delays for watering.
- No lawn watering is permitted on other days of the week.
- Hand watering is permitted anytime.
A total of 1-inch of water once per week from rain and watering promotes the healthiest lawns. Non-compliance with these regulations could adversely affect public health and safety. Violators are subject to fines up to $200.
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As a requirement of our Water Management Act Permit the Town is required to enact annual summer Water Conservation Measures. The conservation measures are needed to limit the daily demand on the water system in order to ensure water levels in the Charles River Water Shed basin remain at acceptable levels and that adequate water is available to meet the public health and safety needs of the Town. This measure is necessary to maintain the water levels in the tanks for fire protection and normal consumption.
You can learn more about the need for Water Conservation Measures on the the DPW website or call us at 508-520-4910. Thank you for your cooperation!
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Storm Water & Rain Barrels
The Spring Residential Rain Barrel Program is currently open to residents - residents can order directly from The Great American Rain Barrel Company. The deadline to order is May 9 and pick up will be at the DPW on May 18 from 4-6pm. Order your rain barrel today!
The rain barrel program is one of many residential and commercial credit incentives to support Storm Water Utility.
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Officer Lagoa Receives Mental Health Award
Officer Tara Lagoa received an award from the Norfolk County CIT-TACC for her work in
responding to mental health emergencies. Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) is an advanced level of training for officers to help them recognize and assist those individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Officer Lagoa is one of the many CIT certified officers in Franklin. Congrats Officer Lagoa!
DARE Camp
The Franklin Police Department Safety Division is hosting its annual DARE Camp/Junior Police Academy July 11-15. The camp runs from 8am-1pm every day. The camp seeks to
develop leadership, problem solving, and decision-making skills. DARE camp will take place at the police station, Meadowlark Field, and will include a trip to Water Wizz. Eligible students must be entering grade 6, 7, or 8. Learn more about DARE camp here.
Connect with FPD
Facebook & Instagram: @franklinmapolice
Twitter: @franklinpolice
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FPS Superintendent Appointed
On April 26, the Franklin School Committee held a special meeting to discuss the internal candidate Lucas Giguere for the position of Superintendent of Franklin Public Schools. At this meeting, the committee unanimously voted to appoint current FPS assistant superintendent, Lucas Giguere to be the district's next Superintendent pending contract negotiations. Mr. Giguere has served as an assistant superintendent for the past four years and is excited to continue to serve the Franklin community with this new opportunity on the horizon.
22-23 School Calendar Now Available
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Stay tuned for a Ben Franklin Book Segment on PBS!
Inspired by the Ken Burns’s four-hour documentary on Benjamin Franklin, two-time award winning broadcast journalist, Pamela Watts will host a program on Rhode Island PBS Weekly about Benjamin Franklin’s book donation to the Franklin Public Library! This program will air on Sunday, May 8, at 7:30pm with an encore on Wednesday, May 11. The program will be available to stream on the Rhode Island PBS website shortly after.
Library Hours
The Franklin Public Library will be closed Sunday, May 29 and Monday, May 30 for Memorial Day. The Library’s regular hours are Monday through Thursday, 9am - 8pm, Friday and Saturday, 9am - 5pm, and Sunday 1:30 - 5pm.
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Calling All Creatives
Did you know that Franklin is 1 of 4 cultural districts in MetroWest? Leaders from our Cultural Council and Cultural District have partnered to host the MetroWest Arts & Culture Symposium May 14 from 9am-1:30pm at Franklin High School. Conversations will focus on “Community Connections through the Arts” and will feature Executive Director of the Mass Cultural Council, Michael Bobbitt as the keynote.
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Keep up with meetings, departments & committees. The schedule and links can be found on our website calendar.
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Arts, theater, dining, live music & more! Find out what's happening in town! Visit our website!
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Subscribe to our Town podcast and listen to bi-weekly episodes detailing news and updates about our town.
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Town of Franklin
355 East Central Street
Franklin, MA 02038 (508) 520-4949
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