Franklin Town Council Approves New Police Chaplain and Officer Amidst Budget Concerns

Overview: The most recent Franklin Town Council meeting was marked by approvals of key public safety personnel and discussions regarding the municipal budget. The council appointed David P. Degan Jr. as the new Police Chaplain and Omar Alam as a full-time police officer, roles that garnered unanimous support. However, the meeting was not without controversy, as residents and council members engaged in a debate over the proposed expansion of the Municipal Budget to exceed the state-mandated cap, raising concerns over potential tax increases and fiscal conservatism.

Franklin Council Addresses Concerns Over Fairness and Discrimination

Overview: In a recent Franklin Town Council meeting, members addressed a variety of community concerns, with particular emphasis on ensuring fairness and preventing discrimination in local government decisions. The Council discussed the appointment of individuals to influential roles, ensuring due diligence in licensing processes, and the allocation of county funds for septic repairs aimed at aiding senior citizens.

Franklin Council Approves Settlement Amid Zoning Controversy

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Franklin Town Council approved a settlement agreement involving JC Company LLC, Gerald RJ Truster, and the Township’s Zoning Board of Adjustment. This resolution came as part of a broader discussion that included concerns over the selection process for zoning board members, the role of environmental input in planning decisions, and the demolition of unsafe structures along Deli Drive.

Franklin Town Council Approves New Salaries, Comments Spark Debate

Overview: In a recent Franklin Town Council meeting, members approved ordinance 0124, establishing new salaries and wages for municipal officials and employees. The meeting also saw heated public comments from a citizen accusing a public employee of slander, prompting a discussion about the accuracy of meeting minutes and the timeliness of their posting.

Franklin Town Council Debates Dollar Store Saturation, Approves New Police Corporal, and Discusses Boardwalk Project

Overview: Franklin Town Council’s latest meeting addressed a wide range of topics, from public safety to local development concerns. One notable issue that emerged was the debate over the proliferation of dollar stores within the township. Council members and residents expressed divergent views on whether the township should regulate the number of these stores. In personnel matters, Officer Scott Kraus was promoted to Corporal, and the year-end police report was reviewed, detailing crime statistics and efforts to reduce motor vehicle accidents. Further discussions involved the implementation of a boardwalk project and the acknowledgment of community efforts and achievements.