City of Franklin, BOMA Work Session 8-11-2026

The City of Franklin Board of Mayor and Aldermen work session on August 11, 2026, focused primarily on procurement and budget-related discussions concerning public safety compensation, commercial leasing, waste management contracts, and transportation project evaluation. The board reviewed a proposed update to the police department's compensation plan, including tiered salary increases for entry-level and lateral officers, a 3% adjustment for existing officers to address compression, and competitive benefits such as shift differentials and take-home vehicles. The fiscal impact was estimated at approximately $234,000 for the latter half of fiscal year 2027, with no additional board action required as it fits within the approved pay plan. Additionally, the board approved a lease template for commercial tenants in the City Hall Block redevelopment, authorizing the city administrator to execute leases and tenant improvement contracts, with tenant selection criteria emphasizing local and unique businesses. The session also included approval of a contract with Waste Management for sanitary landfill services related to biosolids disposal, and a presentation on a new transportation project evaluation process designed to prioritize capital projects based on multiple weighted criteria, with the board providing feedback on the methodology. Overall, the meeting addressed key procurement and budget decisions impacting city operations and infrastructure development.