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Detective Sergeant ReBecca Lea
732.873.5533 | CRBPrograms@franklinnj.gov
935 Hamilton Street, Somerset, NJ 08873
The Franklin Township Police Department Community Relations Bureau (CRB) serves as a liaison between law enforcement and the community, promoting understanding, trust, and collaboration through various programs, initiatives, and outreach efforts aimed at enhancing public safety and building positive relationships.
- 07/14/2023 1:51 PM
**NEW** Facebook Pages for Franklin Township, Franklin Police Department, and Franklin Recreation Department
The Township invites residents, businesses, & community organizations to join and follow the new Facebook pages: @FranklinTwpSomersetCty, @FranklinTwpPolice, & @FranklinTwpRecreation
- 08/16/2022 5:36 PM
Franklin Township Police Citizen's Academy for Adults - EXTENDED DEADLINE
The Franklin Township Police Community Relations Bureau Citizen's Academy starts September 7th. Application Deadline is September 2nd. https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/FTPD_CitizensAcademy
- 06/14/2024 1:21 PM
2024 Summer Franklin Times Sneak Peek
Want a sneak peek of your 2024 Summer issue of the Franklin Times? Visit https://franklintwpnj.org/newsletter
- 06/10/2024
Franklin Township Police Youth Academy Application Deadline Extended!
The Franklin Township Police Youth Academy applications deadline is extended to June 13th and ALL Middle School grades are included! https://franklintwpnj.org/youthpoliceacademy
- 06/09/2024 12:00 PM
Biking with Cops Program is Back in Summer 2024
The Franklin Township Police CRB 'Biking with Cops' program is back! Applications now open for High school students and older - Selected Tuesdays beginning June 25th. Sign up today... https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/bikingwithcops
- 06/08/2024
Second Annual Youth Fishing Derby is June 15th
Franklin Township Police Second Annual Fishing Derby for ages 9-14 will be held June 15th from 10AM - 2PM at the Mettlers Pond, Colonial Park. RAIN OR SHINE
- 06/04/2024 12:26 PM
Franklin Township Community Relations Bureau: Cooking with Cops
The Franklin Township Police CRB is excited to announce the continuation and expansion of its popular "Cooking with Cops" program. This initiative is designed to bring together youth and police officers in the kitchen, fostering positive relationships while teaching valuable culinary skills.
- 05/23/2024 1:47 PM
New Location for the Community Food Distribution Day
Community Food Distribution Day is the first Wednesday, of every month beginning at 11AM, while supplies last at First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens, 771 Somerset Street.
- 04/02/2024 2:00 PM
NJ Motor Vehicle Mobile Unit Added An Additional Day Due to High Demand!
The NJ Motor Vehicle Commission agency on wheels will be at the Municipal Complex April 15th from 9AM-2PM Register: https://telegov.njportal.com/njmvcmobileunit
- 01/30/2024 7:42 PM
Free Tax Preparation
United Way of Northern New Jersey and its partners are offering FREE tax preparation services for low- and moderate-income households. Tax filing opens February 1st
- 01/30/2024
2024 Winter Franklin Times Sneak Peek
Want a sneak peek of your 2024 Winter issue of the Franklin Times? Visit https://franklintwpnj.org/newsletter
- 01/26/2024
The Brush Hour: Art with a Cop Initiative
The Brush Hour: Art with a Cop Initiative 🎨Unlock your creativity and build connections for high school students filled with artistic exploration and camaraderie!
- 01/23/2024 11:30 AM
Tradesman Program with Police: Registration Open!
The Franklin Township Police Community Relations Bureau is holding the next 8-week course beginning February 8th to teach students between the ages of 13-18 years old, tool familiarization and tradesmen skills. Register by 2/5 https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/tradesman_Program
- 01/09/2024 11:52 AM
Important Notice: Evening Programs and Meetings Cancellations for January 9th
Important Notice: evening programs and meetings are canceled tonight, January 9, due to anticipated inclement weather
- 01/09/2024
Chess with Cops
The Franklin Township Police Department is excited to bring back the Chess with Cops Program. Please note changes to the program. Apply today at https://franklintwp.recdesk.com
- 12/27/2023
Canvas Connections Program: Art with a Cop Initiative
Canvas Connections Program: Art with a Cop Initiative 🎨Unlock your creativity and build connections for high school students filled with artistic exploration and camaraderie!
- 12/05/2023 2:07 PM
Franklin Police Spreading Holiday Cheer
Franklin Police Spreading Holiday Cheer, Saturday, December 16th between 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM at CRB, 935 Hamilton Street.
- 10/26/2023
Public Safety Cadet Program Applications Now Open
The Franklin Township Police Department Public Safety Cadet Program Applications are now open. The program begins January 2024. Apply at https://franklintwpnj.org/cadet-program.
- 09/27/2023 2:40 PM
National Coffee with a Cop Day: Wednesday, October 4
The Franklin Township Police Department will be participating in the National Coffee with a Cop Day at several locations throughout Franklin on Wed., October 4th. Enjoy this time to discuss any topics of concern with your local Franklin officers.
- 09/21/2023 9:00 PM
NJMVC is Coming to Franklin!
The NJ Motor Vehicle Commission agency on wheels will be at the Municipal Complex October 3rd from 10AM-2PM https://forms.gle/SGyEqeoPg7FrYtiE7
- 09/21/2023 5:00 PM
Tradesman Program with Police: Registration Open!
The Franklin Township Police Community Relations Bureau is holding the next 8-week course beginning October 10th to teach students between the ages of 13-18 years old, tool familiarization and tradesmen skills. Register today https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/tradesman_Program
- 09/13/2023 5:00 PM
Cooking with Cops
Cooking with Cops is designed to bring youth and police together in the kitchen hosted by the Community Relations Bureau. Sign up today https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/CookingwithCops
- 09/13/2023 3:18 PM
Chess with Cops
The Franklin Township Police Department is excited to bring back the Chess with Cops Program for 6th-8th graders. Apply today at https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/ChessWithCops
- 09/11/2023 3:36 PM
Peer Recovery Pop Up
Franklin Township Police partnered with Community in Connection to bring you a Peer in Recovery Pop Up, Thursday, September 21st from 3-7 PM at the Community/Senior Center
- 09/06/2023
Bicycle Rodeo: September 30th
The rescheduled Bicycle Rodeo is Saturday, September 30th from 10am-12pm at the FMS-Hamilton Campus
- 09/06/2023
2023 Fall Franklin Times Sneak Peek
Want a sneak peek of your 2023 Fall issue of the Franklin Times? Visit https://franklintwpnj.org/newsletter
- 07/28/2023
National Night Out in Franklin is Tuesday, August 1st
National Night Out (NNO) is a township wide event to bring together law enforcement and citizens while promoting awareness, safety, and neighborhood unity through games, activities and music.
- 07/18/2023 3:39 PM
Save the Date! Franklin Day Festival September 23rd
The 8th annual Franklin Day will be held at Colonial Park on September 23, 2023 from 12PM-5PM. Sponsorship opportunities are available, along with applications for exhibitor tables and food vendors now available online at https://franklintwpnj.org/franklinday
- 07/12/2023
R.A.D. Self-Defense Program for Women
R.A.D. Systems is a basic self-defense program for age 16+ women offered at the CRB Building, 935 Hamilton Street, 6 classes starting July 22nd. Sign up at https://Franklintwpnj.org/crb
- 06/06/2023
Tradesman Program with Police: Registration Open!
The Franklin Township Police Community Relations Bureau is holding the next 8-week course beginning June 20th to teach students between the ages of 13-18 years old, tool familiarization and tradesmen skills. Classes fill-up fast and are limited!
- 03/10/2023 5:45 PM
R.A.D. Self-Defense Program for Women
R.A.D. Systems is a basic self-defense program for age 16+ women offered at the CRB Building, 935 Hamilton Street, 6 classes starting April 11th. Sign up at https://Franklintwpnj.org/crb
- 03/10/2023 3:18 PM
Chess with Cops
The Franklin Township Police Department is excited to announce the Chess with Cops Program for 6th-8th graders. Apply today at https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/ChessWithCops
- 01/24/2023 6:36 PM
Free Youth Basketball Program
The Franklin Township Police CRB resumes the free basketball program to youth 10 and up beginning February 7, 2023 Sign up @ https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/PD_Basketball. Youth Center membership is required.
- 01/23/2023 2:16 PM
Franklin Times Newsletter Delayed
The Franklin Times Winter 2022/2023 print newsletter is delayed, but you can view the newsletter online at https://franklintwpnj.org/newsletter
- 01/12/2023 5:49 PM
Cooking with Cops
Cooking with Cops is designed to bring youth and police together in the kitchen hosted by the Community Relations Bureau. Sign up today https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/CookingwithCops
- 12/09/2022 7:23 PM
Franklin Police Spreading Holiday Cheer!
The Franklin Township Police will be distributing food, new toys, household items and new and used clothing and coats to Franklin residents on December 17th between 9am-1pm at the CRB building.
- 11/04/2022 2:56 PM
Franklin Police Spreading Holiday Cheer
The Franklin Police is collecting new toys and gently used or new clothes for residents in need.
- 10/03/2022 4:40 PM
Franklin Days Series Finale Recap
The Franklin Days Series Finale was held on September 24th. Enjoy the photos that were taken that day.
- 09/16/2022 5:49 PM
Cooking with Cops
Cooking with Cops is designed to bring youth and police together in the kitchen hosted by the Community Relations Bureau. Sign up today https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/CookingwithCops
- 09/07/2022 12:53 PM
Public Safety Cadet Program Applications Now Open
The Franklin Township Police Department Public Safety Cadet Program Applications are now open. The deadline is September 30th and the program begins October 6th. Visit franklintwpnj.org/crb for details on the program. https://franklintwpnj.org/cadet-program for the application.
- 08/29/2022 1:51 PM
First Annual National Night Out Recap
National Night Out is an annual community event, celebrated on the 1st Tuesday in August, throughout the country, to promote police-community partnerships and neighborhood cooperation.
- 08/16/2022 5:00 PM
CRB Tradesman Course Registration Now Open!
The Franklin Township Police Community Relations Bureau is holding an 8-week course to teach students between the ages of 13-18 years old, tool familiarization and tradesmen skills. Session begins September 6th Classes fill-up fast and are limited!
- 07/07/2022 12:00 PM
Biking with Cops- Applications Open!
The Franklin Township Police CRB biking with cops applications now open for High school students and older every- Mondays beginning June 27th. Sign up today... https://franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/f/bikingwithcops
- 05/06/2022 2:04 PM
Youth Police Academy Application Extended!
The Franklin Township Youth Police Academy online applications are still open with an extended deadline of June 10th. Apply now at https://franklintwpnj.org/youthpoliceacademy
- 05/06/2022 12:06 PM
UPDATE: Bicycle Rodeo-Franklin Township Children's Bicycle Safety Event
Does your child need a bicycle helmet? FREE bicycle helmet giveaway at the bicycle rodeo June 11th 10AM-12PM at FMS. Please register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/333825620417
- 04/22/2022 3:00 PM
Food Pantry at the CRB Building
Franklin Township partnered with Somerset County 4-H Center adding a free food pantry at the CRB parking lot, 935 Hamilton Street. Take what you need and leave what you can.
- 04/11/2022 1:34 PM
CarFit Program
CarFit Program: Helping Mature Drivers Find Their Safest Fit
- 02/10/2022 3:07 PM
Citizen's Academy Application Now Open
Citizen's Academy is a program ran by the Franklin Township Police Community Relations Bureau designed for adults to learn about law enforcement.
- 01/25/2022 3:00 PM
Franklin C.A.N. Meet & Greet
A Program where Franklin Cops and the Autism Community Network Please register with Sgt. Lea. to attend the Meet & Greet https://www.franklintwpnj.org/CRB