Community Spotlight

Check Property Tax Bills to Ensure Lottery & Gaming Credit is Applied

The Wisconsin Department of Revenue put out a press release on December 18, 2024 reminding residents to check their property tax bills to ensure the Lottery and Gaming Credit is applied (if applicable). This credit provides property tax relief to taxpayers who qualify and is displayed as a reduction of property taxes due on the tax bill. The City of Franklin follows extensive procedures to ensure that all residents who have an application on file received the Lottery and Gaming Credit for 2024.  See qualifications and how to apply.
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Franklin Signs Contract for Purchase of Two New Fire Trucks for the Franklin Fire Department

On December 17, the City of Franklin signed an agreement to purchase two new fire apparatuses for Franklin Firehouse 1 at a cost of $3.2 million. The ladder truck and fire engine will be built by Wisconsin-based Pierce Manufacturing, a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation. Delivery of the two trucks will take approximately three years, and will not only carry firefighting tools, but will also be fully equipped to provide advanced life support (ALS) paramedic care. “If our ambulances are out on calls and an additional emergency arises, having all of the paramedic equipment on board will certainly save lives,” said Fire Chief James Mayer.  Read complete press release.
 

Economic Development Community Survey Results

Thank you to those who completed the Economic Development Community Survey!  Your input is greatly appreciated and will help in developing a Strategic Plan for the City's economic development goals.  We encourage you to view the survey results and reports that were generated from the survey.      
 

Residential Brush Drop-Off & Recycling Center Closed Until Further Notice 

PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE DPW BUILDING EXPANSION, THE RESIDENTIAL BRUSH DROP-OFF/RECYCLING CENTER YARD, LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE PUBLIC WORKS GARAGE AT 7979 W. RYAN ROAD, IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.  This includes the gated area for brush drop-off, recycling drop-off, and used motor oil, antifreeze, and oil filters.  Wood chips will remain available at this time, but may be re-evaluated during the construction process.

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.
 

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