Town Council Approves Shed License, Opens Budget Hearings
Franklin's Town Council opened public hearings on the proposed $171.6 million fiscal 2027 budget, relying on approximately $1.5 million in free cash to address a structural deficit. Town Administrator Jamie Hellen outlined a spending plan comprised of $152.5 million in general-fund operations and
Town Council · Meeting of May 20, 2026
Franklin's Town Council opened public hearings on the proposed $171.6 million fiscal 2027 budget, relying on approximately $1.5 million in free cash to address a structural deficit. Town Administrator Jamie Hellen outlined a spending plan comprised of $152.5 million in general-fund operations and $19.1 million in enterprise funds. The Franklin Public Schools requested $73.2 million, representing a 2.5 percent increase with no growth in staff positions, according to Superintendent Lucas Giguere.
Council members discussed proposed staffing additions and the Fire Department's potential third ambulance. The council approved a license modification for Franklin Shed on a 9-to-0 vote. Final budget votes are scheduled for June 10.
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Source: the Town Council meeting of May 20, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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