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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

05/27/2022 12:50 PM
Join the Battle. Beat the Bug. Stop the Spread of the Spotted Lanternfly.
Join the battle. Beat the bug. We encourage all Franklin Township residents and visitors to review the links to learn more about this "bad bug" and how to stop the spread of the Spotted Lantern Fly.
05/17/2022 2:24 PM
National Trails Day-June 4th
The Franklin Township Trails Advisory Committee invites you to join us for a Nature Walk to celebrate NATIONAL TRAILS DAY, Saturday, June 4th at 9:30AM
04/21/2022 3:06 PM
Press Release from New Jersey Amercian Water
Temporary Scheduled Treatment Change to End in Central and Northern Parts of the State Served by New Jersey American Water
12/16/2021 7:17 PM
NEW Website Launch!
It is time for a new look! If you encounter issues with the site, please try a few of the new features. Continuous improvements will be made.
10/26/2021 6:10 PM
Bike and Pedestrian Safety Refresher
Watch the videos to see how to safely navigate as a bicyclist or pedestrian. Videos are brought to you by RideWise.
09/21/2021 9:07 AM
The Franklin Times is Back
The Fall 2021 issue of the Franklin Times brings you the latest information on meetings, services, financial relief programs, events, and more.
09/16/2021 5:07 PM
Rutgers Prep Students Clean Up the Environment
Rutgers Prep students organized a school wide community service event to pick up litter along the D&R Canal.
06/24/2021 4:30 PM
NEW DUAL STREAM PROGRAM-Expanding Tote Area Continues
Expanding Recycling Tote Area in Franklin Township. Click the link for more details. (Recycling Tote Area Zone 4EFG &7-6 - Franklin Twp)
05/18/2021 11:59 AM
Franklin Township Offices Opening May 19th
All municipal buildings are open to the public beginning Wednesday, May 19th at regular business hours. All residents will be required to wear masks at all times while in the building.
03/15/2021 4:30 PM
NEW DUAL STREAM PROGRAM-Expanding Tote Area Continues
Expanding Recycling Tote Area in Franklin Township. Click the link for more details. (Recycling Tote Area Zone 2A, F- K - Franklin Twp)
03/12/2021 12:09 PM
EPA Recommends Homeowners Test Well Water Annually
EPA Recommends Homeowners Test Well Water Annually
12/30/2020 9:50 PM
Recycling Pickups To Be Delayed in Franklin and South Bound Brook
Due to the holiday and a very high volume of recyclables, some recycling pickups scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 31 in Franklin and South Bound Brook will be delayed.
12/14/2020 9:00 AM
Snow Parking Ordinance
With the exception of Ambrose Street, Brookline Avenue, Phillips Road and Home Street, parking of vehicles on any street within the Township during snow emergencies is prohibited
10/21/2020 9:37 AM
NEW BUG IN TOWN
The Spotted Lantern Fly is an invasive non-native insect. Residents are encouraged to eliminate these insects and their egg masses if possible. Help keep this pest from spreading!
10/19/2020 11:03 AM
ANNUAL CURBSIDE LEAF COLLECTION
Township logo leaf bags or stickers are no longer required. Pickup Schedule: Zone 1: Week of November 2, November 16, and November 30; Zone 2: Week of November 9, November 23, and December 7

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.

Project Medicine Drop

Have an Event? Submit Your Event Online

Event	Date/Time
Convenience Center Open	12/02/2024 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM 12/02/2024 7:30 AM 12/02/2024 11:30 AM
Convenience Center Open	12/07/2024 8:00 AM - 2:45 PM 12/07/2024 8:00 AM 12/07/2024 2:45 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

Join the Battle. Beat the Bug. Stop the Spread of the Spotted Lanternfly.

National Trails Day-June 4th

Press Release from New Jersey Amercian Water

NEW Website Launch!

Bike and Pedestrian Safety Refresher

The Franklin Times is Back

Rutgers Prep Students Clean Up the Environment

NEW DUAL STREAM PROGRAM-Expanding Tote Area Continues

Franklin Township Offices Opening May 19th

NEW DUAL STREAM PROGRAM-Expanding Tote Area Continues

EPA Recommends Homeowners Test Well Water Annually

Recycling Pickups To Be Delayed in Franklin and South Bound Brook

Snow Parking Ordinance

NEW BUG IN TOWN

ANNUAL CURBSIDE LEAF COLLECTION

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