Fair Commission Meeting 9-23-2026 - 6 PM

The City of Franklin, Wisconsin, Fair Commission met on September 23, 2026, to review the recent fair and discuss operations, vendor rules, and funding. Police reported 28 calls for service, two arrests, and an estimated cost of approximately $14,800; the amount was preliminary and did not include fire department costs. The commission reviewed $3,460 in donations for advertising and discussed pursuing larger corporate sponsors, potentially with promotional signage. Members also discussed a reported $41,000 fair budget allocation, three vendors who paid $200 late fees, and the $50 location fee charged to homegrown vendors. The porta-potty rate was locked for 2026 and 2027 if the service is used, though no contract amount was stated. No contract awards or purchasing approvals were made.