NEW RESIDENTS

On behalf of the mayor, aldermen, administrators, and staff of the City of Franklin, we welcome you and hope that you will feel at home in Franklin, TN. Click here for information that may be useful in your transition to Franklin.

VISITING FRANKLIN
Downtown Franklin, comprised of a beautiful 15 block historic district, offers visitors a great American main street town and 200 years of rich history. Visitors will find commemorative brick sidewalks, beautiful landscape, and lovely Victorian architecture. Read more...

CITY OF FRANKLIN RECRUITING FOR CITY ADMINISTRATOR

• Job Posting

ELECTION INFORMATION
Early voting starts 7/18/08:

• Williamson County Election Commission notice of early voting period

NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING FOR CAROTHERS PARKWAY

The City of Franklin will be holding a Public Hearing in reference to the proposed improvements for Carothers Parkway from the Falcon Creek Subdivision to the Highlands at Ladd Park Subdivision, on Tuesday, 7/29/2008 at 5 PM in the City Hall Board Room. The improvements include constructing a 4-lane median divided roadway and a bridge crossing of the Harpeth River. The purpose of this Public Hearing is to receive comments from the public concerning the proposed improvements to the Carothers Parkway Project. The public is encouraged to attend this meeting. Anyone requesting accommodations due to disabilities should contact Tracy Harness at 615-791-3216 prior to the meeting.

NEW SOLID WASTE COLLECTION RATES
Solid Waste is one of the many services provided to the citizens of Franklin. Current service rates do not cover the full cost of providing this service. The General Fund subsidizes residential solid waste service by allocating funds each year to cover the difference between revenue generated and the expense of operating the service. In FY 2009, the subsidy is projected to be $3.2 million. To help offset the true cost for garbage and refuse collection, rates have increased effective 7/1/08. This amount will be reflected on your bill received in August. The new residential rates for once per week curbside service are $9 per month for the first container; $3 per month for each additional container. Commercial solid waste collection rates have also been increased. Please call our Solid Waste Department at 615-794-1516 for new commercial rates.

When preparing your solid waste collection, please remember:

• Only City-provided Containers will be serviced. Privately-owned trash cans will not be emptied.
• All household refuse must be BAGGED and placed INSIDE your container. Household refuse outside of the 90-gallon container will not be picked up.
• Brush and limbs, cut by the homeowner, will be collected if the length of branches is no longer than six (6) feet. Trunks or limbs of trees measuring six (6) inches or more in diameter must be cut into pieces no longer than two (2) feet.
• Cardboard boxes must be broken down and laid flat at curbside, at least three (3) feet from the rollout container.
• Yard waste (including leaves) and grass clippings must be placed in biodegradable paper bags at least three (3) feet from the rollout container.
• Residential bulk service will still be provided at no additional fee. This includes:
  • “White goods” including stoves, refrigerators, freezers and window air conditioners, not installed by a commercial establishment
  • Bulky items, including furniture, small appliances (microwaves, televisions), lawnmowers (with the fluids drained) and mattresses

There are special services available for elderly or disabled residents. For information on these programs, please call 615-794-4572. For questions on the rate increase, please call the Solid Waste Department at 615-794-1516.

SUMMER FAMILY EVENTS AT PINKERTON PARK AND ASPEN GROVE PARK

Families are encouraged to come out to the City’s Parks throughout the summer and enjoy movies, music, and other events that are all free and family-oriented.

• Aspen Grove Park, 7/26/08, Jessica Miller will perform.
• Pinkerton Park: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory on 7/25/08. In August, the movies presented will include Snow Buddies (8/9) and Ratatouille (8/23).

“We’re thrilled to partner with Franklin City Parks for their Movie in the Parks series; this program so closely aligns with our desire to present and celebrate family-friendly entertainment,” said Greg Fritz, SVP of Marketing at Big Idea. “Our newest VeggieTales DVD Big River Rescue is a great summertime show that’s filled with lots of adventure, some fun new songs, and a great lesson in helping others that children and adults are sure to love.” For detailed information about the concerts and movies, click here or call 615-794-2103.

CHANGES IN YOUR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION

Beginning 6/1/08, our department will begin servicing residential customers as defined in the City of Franklin Municipal Code (Title 17: Refuse & Trash Disposal). A copy of the Code is available, in its entirety, within the "Government" tab of our website. To summarize, the following rules will now be enforced:

• Only City-provided Containers will be serviced. Privately-owned trash cans will not be emptied.
• All household refuse must be BAGGED and placed INSIDE your container. Household refuse outside of the 90-gallon container will not be picked up.
• Grass clippings must be BAGGED in BIODEGRADEABLE PAPER BAGS and placed at least two (2) feet from your rollout container.

Efficiency of our automated and semi-automated daily operations depends on help from you, our customer. If you have any questions, please contact our office at 615-794-1516, between the hours of 7 AM and 4 PM (M-F), visit our Solid Waste FAQ page, or you may e-mail your question to solidwaste@franklin-gov.com.