City of Franklin, BOMA Work Session, 8-10-2026

The City of Franklin Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session on August 10, 2026, primarily focused on discussing updates to the compensation plan for sworn personnel in the Franklin Police Department. The meeting included detailed presentations on proposed salary adjustments aimed at maintaining competitive pay to attract and retain qualified officers amid a shifting regional law enforcement market. Key procurement-related decisions involved a tiered salary structure for lateral transfers based on experience, a $3,000 increase for entry-level officers, and a 3% adjustment for existing officers to address pay compression. The total fiscal impact for the remainder of FY 2027 was estimated at approximately $234,000, including fringe benefits. The board was presented with market comparisons against nine regional agencies, highlighting Franklin's competitive positioning, especially when factoring in shift differentials and specialized pay. The implementation plan aims to incorporate these changes into upcoming recruitment efforts within the approved pay plan framework, with no new budget appropriation required at this time.