City of Franklin, C.I.C. Meeting 4-23-2026

The City of Franklin Capital Investment Committee met on April 23, 2026, to discuss several procurement and capital project matters. Key procurement actions included approval of a new ordinance establishing a sidewalk fee-in-lieu program, enabling the city to begin spending approximately $800,000 collected for sidewalk improvements within designated quadrants. The committee also approved a five-year contract with Veolia for remote monitoring of water treatment plant membranes at an annual cost of about $11,000. Additionally, a resolution was considered to authorize condemnation for sewer easement acquisition related to the South Ville PUD subdivision, pending further negotiations with the Stream Valley HOA. Updates were provided on ongoing capital projects such as Liberty Hills Drive reopening, Liberty Park bridge and irrigation bids, and Columbia Avenue right-of-way acquisitions, with emphasis on maintaining project schedules and communication with stakeholders.