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40 CHURCHILL AVENUE

Monday - Friday
7:00 AM - 2:45 PM

Carl Hauck, Public Works Manager
732-873-2500 Ext. 6383

PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING
732-873-7299 or 732-249-7800

Current News

04/03/2015 7:49 PM
The Boil Water Advisory previously in effect for water customers of Home Street has Been Lifted
The boil water advisory previously in effect for Franklin Township Water Customers on Home Street has been lifted.
03/11/2015 12:06 PM
Bridge Repairs on Amwell Road (County Route 514)
03/10/2015 10:54 AM
Recyling Pickup in Canal Walk and Somerset Run
Starting March 13th Recycling Pick-ups in Canal Walk and Somerset Run Developments will now be on Fridays.
03/09/2015 8:51 AM
Boil Water Advisory for GIfford Rd Has Been Lifted
02/20/2015 3:53 PM
Franklin Township Trails Advisory Committee Volunteer positions available
The Trails Advisory Committee is seeking to fill two(2) Committee Member positions.
02/12/2015 11:32 AM
Road Closure: Route 518 between Canal Rd and Carroll Place-UPDATE
Updated information on the Route 518 road construction-The scheduled road closing has been delayed
02/04/2015 10:47 AM
Explore Wilderness right in the heart of Franklin Township
The 2015 walks begin March and continue through Spring and Summer months. Walks are free to the public
01/26/2015 9:00 PM
Don't crowd the plow!
Winter Weather Preparedness
12/11/2014 9:47 AM
NJ DEP reminds residents to help stop illegal dumping.
11/19/2014 4:43 PM
UPDATE-Boil Water Advisory Lift
10/21/2014 2:38 PM
Department Of Environmental Protection Urges Motorists To Be Extra Cautious With Deer Mating Season Underway
10/10/2014 4:26 PM
Updated:Somerset County purchases land from Trap Rock in Franklin Township
10/02/2014
Fall Leaf Clean-up Help to Elderly & Disabled Residents
The Somerset County Office of Volunteer Services will have volunteers available in November to rake leaves for elderly and disabled homeowners around the county who have no other means to do yard work.
09/24/2014 4:39 PM
Road Closure-Weston Canal between Cottontail Lane and Randolph Rd
09/22/2014
Geocache High Tech Treasure Hunt

Mission Statement

As we navigate the uncharted waters of the new millennium, we need to harness technology. We will strive to use new technology to maintain and improve the Township's infrastructure in order to enhance the quality of life of Township residents. We shall strive to support Township residents by providing services in a timely and in a cost efficient manner. We shall provide potable water of unquestionable quality and sufficient quantity. We shall endeavor to educate Township officials, employees and residents as to the many aspects of Public Works.

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Event	Date/Time
Convenience Center Open	07/03/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 07/03/2023 7:30 AM 07/03/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	07/17/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 07/17/2023 7:30 AM 07/17/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	08/07/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 08/07/2023 7:30 AM 08/07/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	08/21/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 08/21/2023 7:30 AM 08/21/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	09/05/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 09/05/2023 7:30 AM 09/05/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	09/18/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 09/18/2023 7:30 AM 09/18/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	10/09/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 10/09/2023 7:30 AM 10/09/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	10/23/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 10/23/2023 7:30 AM 10/23/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	11/06/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 11/06/2023 7:30 AM 11/06/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	11/27/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 11/27/2023 7:30 AM 11/27/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	12/04/2023 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 12/04/2023 7:30 AM 12/04/2023 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	01/06/2024 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 01/06/2024 9:00 AM 01/06/2024 1:00 PM
Convenience Center Open	04/13/2024 8:00 AM - 2:45 PM 04/13/2024 8:00 AM 04/13/2024 2:45 PM
Convenience Center Open	04/08/2024 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 04/08/2024 7:30 AM 04/08/2024 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	02/10/2024 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 02/10/2024 9:00 AM 02/10/2024 1:00 PM

Pothole
- Which potholes get fixed first?
- Is every dip, crack or break in the street considered a pothole?
- What is the solution to potholes?
- What causes a pothole?
- Where do we report when there is a pothole?
- How do I know if what I am reporting can be repaired as a pothole or not?
- The Township says it fills potholes promptly, but the pothole is still there. What’s going on?
- You filled a pothole, but a few days later, there it was again. Why don’t your repairs last longer?
- Why are there so many potholes in our streets?
Stormwater Management
- Who can I contact for further information and details about stormwater management?
- What are the penalties/repercussions for non-compliance?
- Who can perform the maintenance?
- When is the maintenance performed?
- What is a stormwater maintenance plan?
- What is a stormwater management plan?
- How much is the stormwater management permit fee?
- Is the stormwater maintenance permit issued one time?
- How do I obtain a stormwater management permit?
- What is a stormwater maintenance permit?
- What is required by the program and the Township?
- Who enforces the program?
- What mandates the Stormwater Maintenance Program?
- What is the Stormwater Maintenance Program?
Water Main
- Will my water service be disrupted?
- Will residents be notified before the contractor begins work?
- Will my water service line be replaced?
- My water is too hot or too cold. What do I do?
- Where are the water mains being installed?
- Why is the Town coming into my neighborhood to replace or rehabilitate the water pipes?
Water Utility
- What is a curb stops? How should I protect them?
- Who should I call when I have a water emergency outside of your office hour?
- I have a question about my drinking water, who should I call?
- What should I do when the Boiling Water Advisory is removed?
- What should I do when a Boiling Water Advisory is issued?
- What should I do when I receive a door tag from Franklin Township Water Utility?
- My water bill shows an unusual high usage, what should I do?
- Why do I smell sewage in my drinking water?
- What should I do when Franklin Township Water Utility staff requests to enter my residence?
- Who owns the water meter?
- Why did I receive a notice from Franklin Township Water Department indicating the replacement of my water meter?
- Where does my drinking water come from? What is the source of my drinking water?
- What do I do when I receive a door tag from the Water Utility?
- Is there an early voting period in New Jersey?

40 CHURCHILL AVENUE

Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 2:45 PM

Carl Hauck, Public Works Manager 732-873-2500 Ext. 6383

PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING 732-873-7299 or 732-249-7800

Leaf Pickup

Christmas Tree Pickup

Mulch Request Form

Recycling Information

Convenience Center Information

Water Utility

Street Resurfacing Projects

Road Opening Application

Potholes

Hazardous Tree

Contact Us

The Boil Water Advisory previously in effect for water customers of Home Street has Been Lifted

Bridge Repairs on Amwell Road (County Route 514)

Recyling Pickup in Canal Walk and Somerset Run

Boil Water Advisory for GIfford Rd Has Been Lifted

Franklin Township Trails Advisory Committee Volunteer positions available

Road Closure: Route 518 between Canal Rd and Carroll Place-UPDATE

Explore Wilderness right in the heart of Franklin Township

Don't crowd the plow!

NJ DEP reminds residents to help stop illegal dumping.

UPDATE-Boil Water Advisory Lift

Department Of Environmental Protection Urges Motorists To Be Extra Cautious With Deer Mating Season Underway

Updated:Somerset County purchases land from Trap Rock in Franklin Township

Fall Leaf Clean-up Help to Elderly & Disabled Residents

Road Closure-Weston Canal between Cottontail Lane and Randolph Rd

Geocache High Tech Treasure Hunt

Pothole

Which potholes get fixed first?

Is every dip, crack or break in the street considered a pothole?

What is the solution to potholes?

What causes a pothole?

Where do we report when there is a pothole?

How do I know if what I am reporting can be repaired as a pothole or not?

The Township says it fills potholes promptly, but the pothole is still there. What’s going on?

You filled a pothole, but a few days later, there it was again. Why don’t your repairs last longer?

Why are there so many potholes in our streets?

Stormwater Management

Who can I contact for further information and details about stormwater management?

What are the penalties/repercussions for non-compliance?

Who can perform the maintenance?

When is the maintenance performed?

What is a stormwater maintenance plan?

What is a stormwater management plan?

How much is the stormwater management permit fee?

Is the stormwater maintenance permit issued one time?

How do I obtain a stormwater management permit?

What is a stormwater maintenance permit?

What is required by the program and the Township?

Who enforces the program?

What mandates the Stormwater Maintenance Program?

What is the Stormwater Maintenance Program?

Water Main

Will my water service be disrupted?

Will residents be notified before the contractor begins work?

Will my water service line be replaced?

My water is too hot or too cold. What do I do?

Where are the water mains being installed?

Why is the Town coming into my neighborhood to replace or rehabilitate the water pipes?

Water Utility

What is a curb stops? How should I protect them?

Who should I call when I have a water emergency outside of your office hour?

I have a question about my drinking water, who should I call?

What should I do when the Boiling Water Advisory is removed?

What should I do when a Boiling Water Advisory is issued?

What should I do when I receive a door tag from Franklin Township Water Utility?

My water bill shows an unusual high usage, what should I do?

Why do I smell sewage in my drinking water?

What should I do when Franklin Township Water Utility staff requests to enter my residence?

Who owns the water meter?

Why did I receive a notice from Franklin Township Water Department indicating the replacement of my water meter?

Where does my drinking water come from? What is the source of my drinking water?

What do I do when I receive a door tag from the Water Utility?

Is there an early voting period in New Jersey?

Monday - Friday
7:00 AM - 2:45 PM

Carl Hauck, Public Works Manager
732-873-2500 Ext. 6383

PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING
732-873-7299 or 732-249-7800