Community Spotlight

Annual Tree Lighting Event: December 5, 2026 - 6:30 p.m. 

Get into the Christmas spirit by joining us for the City's Tree lighting ceremony on December 5, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at Franklin City Hall! Music, free cookies and hot chocolate will be served during the event.  Santa expected at 7 p.m. with tree lighting at 7:15 p.m.

Hosted by the Franklin Civic Celebrations Commission.

See complete details. 

2027 Mayor's Recommended Budget 

The 2027 Mayor's Recommended Budget was presented to the Common Council at their September 15, 2026 meeting. There, the Council received and forwarded the 2027 Mayor's Recommended Budget to the Finance Committee for review and recommendation to the Common Council. The 2027 Mayor's Recommended Budget was reviewed by the Finance Committee at 4 separate meetings. The Finance Committee submitted their recommendations and proposed changes to the Common Council at their October 20, 2026 meeting.  A public hearing and final adoption of the 2027 Mayor's Recommended Budget will take place at the November 17, 2026 Common Council Meeting. 
  

Emergency Notification System Update 

We are currently updating our community notification system. During this transition, the sign-up form is temporarily unavailable. We expect service to be restored soon, and the sign-up option will return once implementation is complete. Thank you for your patience.
  

TIF District 10 FAQ for Poth's General Redevelopment 

Please see Frequently Asked Questions pertaining to TIF District 10: Poth's General Redevelopment.
  

Economic Development Update: 2023-Mid-2025 

The City’s Economic Development team, City staff, and elected officials have been strong partners in attracting new development to Franklin and helping existing companies expand. This includes investing tax incremental financing funds into major projects across the city. Read more by visting the Economic Development Update 2023-Mid-2025 and Economic Development Update FAQs.  
  

Volunteers Needed to Fill Vacancies on City Boards/Commissions/Committees

Are you interested in serving on a City Board or Commission/Committee?  View the list of vacancies that currently exist on the various City Boards and Commissions/Committees.  If interested in filling one of these vacancies, please submit a Volunteer Fact Sheet form.
 

ROC Ventures Sound Monitors / ROC Sound Study May 2023