City of New Franklin, Mo

04/13/2026

CITY HALL
WILL BE CLOSED
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
FOR A LUNCH MEETING

Thank you for your understanding.

04/04/2026

If you pay your water bills online through Court Money, You now have to put the NF- in front of your account number. If you have an issue with this just let me know and I will help walk you through it. We had a software update, so this is new.

03/30/2026

🚨 City Hall Morning Closure – April 1st 🚨

City Hall will be CLOSED on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 from 8:30–11:00 AM for staff training.

💳 Need to make a payment?
Please use the drop box located at the front entrance.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

02/21/2026

Road closed on Merchant Street between South Howard and Pearl Street. Will give more updates when available.

02/20/2026

📢 CITY BRUSH PILE NOTICE

The city brush pile is for limbs and small branches only.

NO COMMERCIAL DUMPING

🚫 DO NOT place:
Construction debris
Lumber
Boxes
Trash
Any non‑vegetation materials

These items cannot be processed and create safety hazards.

Thank you for helping keep our community clean and our services running smoothly! 🌳

02/18/2026

Due to elevated fire risk today and tomorrow, the City of New Franklin has issued a burn ban effective immediately and lasting until further notice.

All outdoor burning is prohibited, including:
• Brush or debris burning
• Burn barrels
• Fire pits or campfires
• Any open‑flame burning

Please use extreme caution with any activities that could create sparks or heat. Safety is our priority—thank you for helping protect our community.

Updates will be shared as conditions change.
Stay safe, New Franklin!

02/17/2026

Our billing software will be updated at the end of February. If you wish to continue receiving email or text msg notifications regarding your account, please provide your current phone number and email address so that we can send you the invitation. You may contact me by email at [email protected] or call the office at 660-848-2288.

02/12/2026

Tonight’s council meeting was canceled as we do not have a quorum. We apologize for the short notice.

02/12/2026

02/11/2026

Thursday, February 12, 2026 @ 6 pm

02/04/2026

Friendly Reminder

Weekly Pickup Guidelines
Day & Time: Every Friday, have all trash out by 5:30–6:00 AM. Collection typically finishes by 11 AM–12 PM.

Containers: All trash must be bagged, bundled, or placed in an approved trash can. Each container should not exceed 40 pounds.

Extra Items: On the first Friday of each month, residents may place one bulk item for pickup. If multiple items need collection, contact RTS Waste Services LLC at 660-784-2474 for pricing.

Service Limitations: This service does not include recycling or yard waste. Residents are responsible for alternative disposal of recyclables or yard materials.

Reporting Issues
- If trash is missed or there is a service problem, notify City Hall immediately to ensure prompt resolution. Timely reporting helps avoid collection delays.

Tips for Residents
-Use strong bags or secure lids to prevent spillage or littering during collection.

-Place containers at the curb or designated pickup area to ensure they are accessible to collection staff.

-Plan bulk item disposal ahead of time to comply with the one-item rule or arrange special pickup with RTS Waste Services.

Following these guidelines will ensure that trash collection runs smoothly and avoids missed pickups or service issues.

01/23/2026

Safety first! Some good information. Also, remember our snow routes. Please make sure your vehicles are clear of routes. City Services will be out pushing snow if we get enough.

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