Franklin Opens Search For Town Board Volunteers

DATELINE — FRANKLIN

Franklin town officials are asking residents to step forward for a number of open seats on town boards and committees, according to a notice posted on the town website. The call comes as the July edition of the Franklin First newsletter also went live this week, rounding out a quiet stretch of town business.

TOWN HALL

The Town of Franklin is seeking residents interested in serving on town boards and committees, according to a notice posted to the town's website. The notice did not specify which boards have openings or how many seats are available, but interested residents are directed to the town's volunteer application process.

Separately, the July 2026 edition of the Franklin First newsletter is now posted online. The newsletter compiles updates, highlights and information from town departments for residents looking to stay current on municipal news.

ELSEWHERE IN THE NEWS

"555 King Street, 555 King Street, Franklin, MA , 02038 - CBRE": A commercial real estate listing shows a large office and industrial building at 555 King Street available for lease, with as much as 234,790 square feet on offer. The listing comes from commercial brokerage CBRE (read it at https://www.cbre.com/offices/corporate/austin/austin-property-search/details/US-SMPL-180413/555-king-street-555-king-street-franklin-ma-02038).

COMING UP

Franklin's civic calendar is active over the coming week. The Planning Board meets Monday, Aug. 10. On Wednesday, Aug. 12, both the Town Council and the Tri-County School Committee Nomination Committee are scheduled to meet. Thursday, Aug. 13 brings a busy slate: Town Council monthly office hours, the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust, and a Joint Budget Subcommittee meeting all appear on the calendar that day.

Compiled from official town feeds, community organizations, and local press. Outside reporting is attributed inline.