City of Franklin, BOMA Work Session, 6-9-2026

The City of Franklin Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session on June 9, 2026, addressing several procurement and infrastructure topics. Key procurement discussions included the rejection of all bids for stop-loss insurance (solicitation 2026-028) to allow amending the existing contract with the current vendor, and approval of monitoring services for wastewater flow to support capital project prioritization. The board also reviewed a proposed modification of standards for sidewalks related to a church development, debating deferral and material choices, ultimately favoring concrete sidewalks with a development agreement to ensure future construction. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the upcoming State Route 6 East Main Street bridge replacement over the Harpath River, funded by state transportation modernization act funds, with construction planned to start after a June 26 bid letting and complete by mid-2028. The project includes pedestrian and bike lanes, decorative lighting, and traffic management plans during construction. Additionally, the board discussed updates to the city’s procurement policy to mitigate risks in online purchasing and reviewed the establishment of the Armstead Infrastructure Development District, with staff recommending against approval based on current criteria but noting ongoing discussions with the applicant to address workforce housing and infrastructure commitments. Other topics included traffic pattern adjustments downtown, sidewalk capital improvement projects, and community fundraising approaches for the new City Hall park. The meeting featured multiple public and aldermanic comments emphasizing pedestrian safety, infrastructure connectivity, and community engagement in development projects.