City of Franklin City Council City Council Workshop
The meeting focused on a public hearing regarding the Trestle Bridge Project, evaluating options for a pedestrian connection between the Winnipesaukee River Trail and Mill City Park. Discussion topics included an overview of the bridge's structural history, 2020 inspection findings regarding truss deterioration and foundation issues, and historic preservation status. Three alternatives were presented and compared: rehabilitating the existing historic railroad trestle, constructing a new glulam trestle, or building a new steel bridge. The presentation covered the federal funding process, maintenance requirements for each alternative, and project cost considerations.
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City Of Franklin City Council City Council Meeting
The City Council meeting included public hearings on the purchase of a replacement fire engine for the Fire Department, proposed amendments to the Wetlands Ordinance regarding septic tank distance requirements, and proposed amendments to the Violations and Penalties section of the City Ordinance. Key business items included the review of corrective actions for past meeting minutes, consideration of adopting tax deeds for various properties, and a request for the sale of city-owned land on East Bow Street.
Jul 6, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Meeting Minutes
The City Council meeting addressed various municipal operations and legislative amendments. Public hearings were conducted regarding the purchase of a fire department engine, revisions to wetland ordinances, and modifications to violation and penalty structures. The council received legislative updates from a state representative and reports from the City Manager and School Superintendent. Key actions included the approval of tax lien deeds, a sales agreement for a replacement fire engine, the sale of city-owned land, a lease agreement with the local amateur radio club, and funding resolutions for specific pending projects. A proposal to establish a charter commission was rejected, and the council authorized the rescheduling of a public hearing for the Trestle Bridge Project.
Jun 30, 2026·Board meeting
Franklin City Council Budget Workshop
The City Council held a workshop to review fiscal year 2027 budget proposals for multiple departments, including Planning and Zoning, Finance, the City Manager's office, Library, Parks and Recreation, Assessing, Information Technology, City Hall, and Insurance. Key discussions focused on restructuring the Planning and Zoning department to integrate with the Fire Department, the shift from a full-time Human Resources position to contracted services, payroll software modernization needs, and legal and administrative oversight. The council also addressed nuisance abatement, debt service planning, and potential grant opportunities for local projects.
