Oct 15, 2026Board meeting
Franklin County Legislature Regular Meeting
The board addressed various administrative and fiscal matters, including the presentation of employee longevity awards and authorization for several budgetary amendments related to the Office for the Aging, Social Services, STOP DWI program, and broadband initiatives. Key resolutions included setting public hearing dates for the 2027 tentative budget and a proposed local law to override the tax levy limit. The legislature also authorized contracts for senior heating assistance and town court coverage, amended the county's purchasing policy, established 2025 election apportionments, and approved staffing adjustments for the Highway Department, Sheriff's Office, and Public Defender's office.