Village of Franklin,NY Municipality

04/23/2026

We apologize for the late notice.... The good news is that the Water Street project is nearing completion! However, the pavement is being sealed today and it is being requested that there is no traffic on it overnight while it cures. We appreciate everyone's patience during this project and apologize for any inconvenience this project has caused. For any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

04/16/2026

Please join us for the Annual Strides for Safety S.A.D.D. Run at Oneonta High School.
The more representation we have from Franklin at the run, the more comes back to the school to help support the After Prom Party held at Clark's Sports Center in Cooperstown!!
Walk or Run it all helps!
Thank you for your support of the FCS S.A.D.D. club.

04/14/2026

Reminder that lower Water Street is now an active construction zone. That section is closed, except for residents of the street. At this time, there is no access to trails for off road vehicles from Water Street.

After years of discussing and planning, the Water Street project is set to begin! Each year, water erodes the lower end of Water Street and a solution needed to be found. For the past 2 years, we have been working with an engineer for a solution and discussing/planning at most board meetings. We are happy to share that NY State does offer municipalities funds for road specific projects and the amount that Franklin has available will fully fund the project.

While there will be a disruption on that portion of Water Street (Center Street to turn around) for 2 to 3 weeks, we are confident that this will not only fix the damage that is exists but also prevent future damage. We appreciate everyone's patience during this project. Water Street will be closed except to residents during the duration of the project. If there are any questions regarding this project, please reach out to [email protected].

04/10/2026

After years of discussing and planning, the Water Street project is set to begin! Each year, water erodes the lower end of Water Street and a solution needed to be found. For the past 2 years, we have been working with an engineer for a solution and discussing/planning at most board meetings. We are happy to share that NY State does offer municipalities funds for road specific projects and the amount that Franklin has available will fully fund the project.

While there will be a disruption on that portion of Water Street (Center Street to turn around) for 2 to 3 weeks, we are confident that this will not only fix the damage that is exists but also prevent future damage. We appreciate everyone's patience during this project. Water Street will be closed except to residents during the duration of the project. If there are any questions regarding this project, please reach out to [email protected].

04/07/2026

The annual water quality report.

04/06/2026

Today in Local History:

April 6, 1836 - Village of Franklin incorporated.
A late nineteenth-century view of Franklin is included.

03/26/2026

3 public hearings this Monday, April 13, 2026. Addition of public hearing for RAN for Water Street repairs.

02/19/2026

The next Village election is March 18, 2026 at Village Hall, 141 Water Street. Voters must be registered voters within Village limits.

01/29/2026

🚨 JOIN FRANKLIN FIRE DEPT 🚒
We’re looking for volunteer firefighters and EMS members to join our team.
No experience needed — all training provided.

📅 Stop by any Monday
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
See the station, meet the members, and learn how you can serve your community.

Step up. Give back. Be the difference.

01/26/2026

Let's help our fire fighters out and make sure if there's a hydrant near your house, that it's accessible. This would save valuable time in the event of an emergency.

01/24/2026

The Village of Franklin has implemented a mass communication system to notify all residents of urgent information. Alerts can be delivered via text, email or phone call.

If you have questions about the system, please email [email protected]. Please share this info with neighbors that are not on social media.

https://embeds.regroupcloud.com/orgs/villageoffranklinny/signup_embed

01/24/2026

As we are all preparing for this snowstorm, we wanted to share a few reminders and information.
If we receive the snowfall amounts predicted, it will be difficult to keep sidewalks and streets completely clear. To aide us in keeping roads as clear as we can, there is no on street parking on Village streets.

The Village will be plowing during the storm but are unable to plow 24/7, we ask for patience while we clean up from this storm. Please have patience with each other as we all clear our sidewalks as well.

In the event of a prolonged power outage, the Franklin Fire & Rescue is prepared to open as a warming and charging station. They have facilities to warm food and will have coffee on! Thank you to the Franklin Fire Department for looking out for the community in so many ways! We will share this information in the event that a warming station is needed.

Please share updates with neighbors that may not be on social media. I will share information very soon about the mass communication system that's been implemented and how residents can sign up.

Stay safe, stay warm