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- Gloucester County
- 7/29/25
- 08/03/2025
- 22 Minutes
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Overview: The Franklin Township Council meeting was marked by discussions on surging liability insurance costs, perceived budget discrepancies, and a debate over administrative salaries. Residents raised concerns about the financial strain on township resources and questioned the fairness of financial contributions from neighboring municipalities benefiting from Franklin’s services.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 7/8/25
- 07/14/2025
- 10 Minutes
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Overview: At the recent Franklin Town Council meeting, discussions centered on addressing environmental concerns related to contaminated properties, including a former gas station and a site on Carman Avenue. The council is exploring grant opportunities to fund testing and potential cleanup efforts, while also considering the implications of property ownership in relation to contamination liability.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 5/19/25
- 05/27/2025
- 46 Minutes
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Overview: In a meeting of the Franklin Township Council, a significant proposal was unveiled for expanding the township’s preschool program. This initiative aims to transition from a half-day to a full-day program by September 2025, potentially serving approximately 360 students over five years. The program would be funded by the Preschool Expansion Aid (PEA), provided the township secures this state funding. The council discussed various logistical challenges, including staffing, infrastructure, and community involvement, emphasizing the importance of a swift implementation to capitalize on early childhood developmental benefits.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 5/6/25
- 05/09/2025
- 30 Minutes
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Overview: The Franklin Town Council convened to address several issues, including approving a variance request from Citywide Holdings LLC for reduced lot frontage on two properties in the Franklinville Village District, despite public concerns about increased density and parking. The council also approved a variance for a large private garage proposed by a local resident, Steven Cox.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 3/11/25
- 03/27/2025
- 19 Minutes
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Overview: The Franklin Town Council meeting focused on the opening of a new playground, ongoing safety initiatives, and community concerns about local infrastructure projects. The council approved several resolutions, including tax exemptions and bond releases, while also addressing public questions regarding a warehouse meeting and gas line work.
