One notable issue discussed was the initiative to install flags honoring veterans in the town. A commission member reported meeting with the Chamber of Commerce and other local groups, garnering significant support for the project. The member mentioned receiving best practices from Lucas, who spearheaded a similar program in Manville. The commission plans to bring the proposal to the town council for approval and emphasized the need for council support to move forward.

Another topic was the need for increased safety measures among residents. A speaker at the meeting urged community members to lock their cars and homes, sharing observations from overnight patrols where many garage doors and entryways were found unsecured. The speaker also promoted the upcoming session of the Citizen Police Academy, which aims to educate residents about police operations, although it currently does not include ride-alongs due to insurance constraints.

The meeting briefly touched on the significant need for low-income housing in Franklin, with one participant highlighting the disparity between the availability of luxury apartments and affordable housing options. The lack of affordable housing was flagged as a issue for the community.

Additionally, updates were provided on the Kmart Shopping Center redevelopment, which is set to be reviewed again by the zoning board in early October. Another construction project involving million-dollar homes was also mentioned as moving forward.