Welcome to the Town of Franklin, NC
Incorporated 1855Welcome to the Town of Franklin. We invite you to explore our website for the latest information for residents, businesses, and visitors. Information is updated on a regular basis with announcements and other events happening in and around Franklin. Town Council meeting agendas & minutes, Town of Franklin sign & zoning ordinances, Public Notices and other information can also be found on FranklinNC.com.
Mayor's WelcomeMessage from Mayor Jack Horton
Thank you for visiting the Town of Franklin online. The purpose of this site is to keep the citizens, businesses and visitors of Franklin informed with a wide variety of information. Franklin is a slice of small town America that is rich in culture and history. Yet, we embrace the future with a business friendly community and work to provide amenities that help our Town grow. If you’re visiting discover all that Franklin has to offer.
PAYMENT HOURS HAVE CHANGED8:30am to 4:55pm Monday - Friday
The Town of Franklin Town Hall payment hours are changing effective Monday, October 3, 2022. Due to accounting system changes, payments at the window will be accepted from 8:30 a.m. until 4:55 p.m. Monday through Friday. The drop box will remain available for payments before and after hours and on weekends.
The window will be open and staff will still be available to assist customers beginning at 8:00 a.m. but payments cannot be taken prior to 8:30 a.m.
Lakeside Drive Lane ClosureBeginning April 17
The Town of Franklin has been made aware that the next section of waterline to be replaced by contractor, Buckeye Bridge, LLC, will be on Lakeside Drive in the lane adjacent to Hardee’s. Work will begin on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 after the normal school drop off hours. This is a project that will last for several days and will impact traffic patterns for East Franklin Elementary School. There will still be access to the school utilizing Dan Street and Watauga Street in the morning and afternoons.
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