Franklin, NC Public Notices

TOWN OF FRANKLIN, NC PUBLIC NOTICES

September 19, 2-23 - 3:45PM

Boil Water Advisory Cancelled

As of Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 3:45 p.m. the lab testing has confirmed that water is safe to drink with no contaminants and that there is no longer a need for the boil water advisory.  We wish to thank the Town of Franklin water/sewer crews who worked to repair the line, and thank those who have been impacted for their patience and understanding.  Also, to the media, thank you for sharing the information with citizens. 

September 16, 2023 - 2:19PM

Water Restored to Iotla Street

Water service has been restored on Iotla Street.  The boil water advisory will remain in effect until at least Tuesday morning due to the timing of the required testing.  

September 16, 2023

WATER LINE BREAK IOTLA STREET and BOIL WATER ADVISORY

There has been a water line break on Iotla Street which is impacting water service on Iotla Street from Church Street to White Oak Street.  No additional connecting streets should be impacted including Main Street.  Crews are on site to repair this line; however, at this time, we are unsure of how long these repairs will take.  Water service may be interrupted during the repair.   A break in an aged 10-inch line was the cause of the leak. 

When service is restored, there may be air in the lines causing sputtering of water when first turned on, cloudy or brown water, and potentially contain dirt or small particulates.  Residents are encouraged to run water from an outside spigot or in the bathtub to eliminate air from the lines quickly. 

Due to the nature of this repair, the Town is issuing a boil water advisory for when service is resumed in this area.  This boil water advisory does not affect other areas in town.   

Here is information related to the Boil Water Advisory:

There are two levels of notices: a Boil Water Advisory and a Boil Water Notice. Here is the difference:
A Boil Water Advisory is voluntarily issued when water contamination is possible. During an advisory we recommend that customers vigorously boil water for at least 1 minute before consumption or drink bottled water.

A Boil Water Notice is required by law to be issued when contamination is confirmed in the water system.  The Town of Franklin has issued a BOIL WATER ADVISORY for those impacted in East Franklin.

Event that initiated the boil water advisory
A water line break that required the water system to be turned off for greater than an hour and the pipe has to be opened to the environment which could allow dirt and groundwater into the system.

What should you do during a boil water advisory?
Boil tap water vigorously for a least one minute before using it for drinking, cooking, or any consumption. This includes water used for dental care, making ice, food preparation, or any other consumption purposes.
It is not necessary to boil water for showering, laundry, or other non-consumptive uses.

How long will the advisory last?
Water should be boiled from the time the advisory is issued and continue until The Town of Franklin officially lifts the advisory. During the time the advisory is in effect, the Public Works Department will have an outside laboratory perform an analysis to determine if the water is safe and meets all standards. The advisory will remain in effect until we receive the lab results, which should be on Tuesday.

Residents are reminded not to call 9-1-1 for this particular outage as it is being actively repaired. 

 

August 5, 2022 - Electric Vehicle Charging Station Now Operational at Town Hall

The Town of Franklin partnered with Duke Energy to install a level 3 fast-charging station in the town hall parking lot. Town Planner/IT Director Justin Setser worked closely with Duke to have the installation done without cost to taxpayers.

This is a fast-charging station and the cost is set through Shell Recharge via the Green Lot App. The fees are paid via a credit card scanning system and the Town does not receive any funding from the stations. “The need for EV charging was brought to our attention and we felt that the location would be beneficial for downtown visitation,” Setzer said.

There are two charging stations available with one indicated for handicapped accessibility. The charge time is dependent upon a vehicle’s battery status at the time of charging.

Sunny Side Disc Golf Course Rules

The Town of Franklin announces rules for Sunny Side Disc Golf Course ...

1. Use of disc golf course is first come first serve.
2. Please pick up all trash and place in trash receptacles.
3. Use of disc golf course after dark is prohibited.
4. Pick Up after pets.
5. Do not throw discs toward vehicles.
6. Amplification equipment is prohibited.
7. No alcohol on the premise. This is strictly prohibited. All violators will be prosecuted.
8. No concealed weapons are allowed on the premise.

NOTICE OF WATER VIOLATION

FRANKLIN, TOWN OF HAS NOT MET MONITORING REQUIREMENTS

We are required to monitor your drinking water for specific contaminants on a regular basis. Results of regular monitoring are an indicator of whether or not our drinking water meets health standards. During the compliance period specified in the download below, we (did not monitor or test or did not complete all monitoring or testing for the contaminants listed and therefore cannot be sure of the quality of your drinking water during that time.

No action on your part is needed at this time.

» Download Full PDF Document

Hazard Mitigation Plan Survey

Macon and Clay Counties, the Towns of Franklin, Hayesville and Highlands, along with other participating stakeholders, are now working to update the region’s multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The purpose of this Plan is to identify and assess our community’s natural hazard risks and determine how to best minimize or manage those risks. Upon completion, the Plan will represent a comprehensive multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan for the two-county region.

This survey questionnaire provides an opportunity for you to share your opinions and participate in the mitigation planning process. The information you provide will help us better understand your hazard concerns and can lead to mitigation activities that should help lessen the impact of future hazard events.

Click here to participate in the survey »

Town Planning Board/Board of Adjustment Vacancies

The Town of Franklin is currently seeking to fill three vacancies on the Town Planning Board/Board of Adjustment. Seats open are: one in-town resident seat, one in-town Alternate resident seat and an ETJ resident seat. Download an application below in PDF format.

» Application for Appointment to Boards & Authorities (PDF)

The Board of Adjustment meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 4:00 p.m. and the Planning Board meets the 3rd Monday of every month at 4:00 p.m. The meetings are held in the Town Hall Board Room. A time commitment of approximately 2 hours a month is necessary. A resume and current address is required. For more information or to express an interest in serving on the board, please contact Town Planner, Justin Setser at (828) 524-2516.

Reserving Town Facilities & Requesting Street Closures

The Town of Franklin, NC receives many requests to reserve Memorial Park and the Gazebo on the Square for special events.

To reserve Memorial Park » Click Here
To reserve the Gazebo on the Square click here to » Download Gazebo Reservation Form (PDF Format)

Some events require street closures. All street closings must be presented to the Town Council for approval. All requests must be submitted to the Town Manager one week prior to the scheduled Town Council meeting. The Franklin Town Council meets the first Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Boardroom located at 95 East Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734.

To request a road closure for a special event click here to » Download Road Closure Request Form (PDF Format)