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Public works department 

40 CHURCHILL AVENUE

Monday - Friday
7:00 AM - 2:45 PM

 Carl Hauck, Public Works Manager
732-873-2500 Ext. 6383

PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING
732-873-7299 or 732-249-7800


National Trails Day

Members of the Trails Advisory Committee will lead a nature walk with a focus on the area's habitat and birding
Post Date:05/07/2026 3:48 PM

The Franklin Township Trails Advisory Committee invites you to celebrate:

National Trails Day

Saturday, June 6th
10:00 Am
Negri-Nepote Native Grasslands Preserve 260 Skillmans Lane

Members of the Trails Advisory Committee will lead a nature walk with a focus on the area's habitat and birding (approximately 1 mile)

  • Dress appropriately for hiking and weather conditions
  • Tick, insect, and sun protection is strongly recommended
  • Event is held rain or shine

To register, please visit Franklin Rec Desk

Questions? _FranklinTrails@franklinnj.gov

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Mission Statement
Project Medicine Drop

  • Pothole

    • Which potholes get fixed first?

    • Is every dip, crack or break in the street considered a pothole?

    • What is the solution to potholes?

    • What causes a pothole?

    • Where do we report when there is a pothole?

    • How do I know if what I am reporting can be repaired as a pothole or not?

    • The Township says it fills potholes promptly, but the pothole is still there. What’s going on?

    • You filled a pothole, but a few days later, there it was again. Why don’t your repairs last longer?

    • Why are there so many potholes in our streets?

  • Public Works

    • Replacing Recycling Totes

    • Where can I find the current recycling schedule?

  • Stormwater Management

    • Who can I contact for further information and details about stormwater management?

    • What are the penalties/repercussions for non-compliance?

    • Who can perform the maintenance?

    • When is the maintenance performed?

    • What is a stormwater maintenance plan?

    • What is a stormwater management plan?

    • How much is the stormwater management permit fee?

    • Is the stormwater maintenance permit issued one time?

    • How do I obtain a stormwater management permit?

    • What is a stormwater maintenance permit?

    • What is required by the program and the Township?

    • Who enforces the program?

    • What mandates the Stormwater Maintenance Program?

    • What is the Stormwater Maintenance Program?

  • Water Main

    • Will my water service be disrupted?

    • Will residents be notified before the contractor begins work?

    • Will my water service line be replaced?

    • My water is too hot or too cold. What do I do?

    • Where are the water mains being installed?

    • Why is the Town coming into my neighborhood to replace or rehabilitate the water pipes?

    • Can I park my car on the street?

    • I came home at the end of the day and my water is discolored and/or I have reduced pressure. What should I do?

    • I have not seen any work being completed for several days but the improvements do not appear to be completed. Has work stopped?

    • In the event of an emergency will police cars, fire trucks and ambulances be able to get to my home during construction?

    • My yard has been damaged during construction. Who will repair the damage?

    • What are work hours for the construction crew?

    • Where will the tractors and other equipment be parked during non-working hours?

    • Who do I contact if I have questions or concerns?

    • Why does the Town and its contractors flush water pipelines?

    • Will I lose access to my driveway during construction?

    • Will my street be repaired when the project is finished?

    • Will my water pressure change as a result of this work?

    • Will public services such as trash collection be completed during construction?

  • Water Utility

    • What is a curb stops? How should I protect them?

    • Who should I call when I have a water emergency outside of your office hour?

    • I have a question about my drinking water, who should I call?

    • What should I do when the Boiling Water Advisory is removed?

    • What should I do when a Boiling Water Advisory is issued?

    • What should I do when I receive a door tag from Franklin Township Water Utility?

    • My water bill shows an unusual high usage, what should I do?

    • Why do I smell sewage in my drinking water?

    • What should I do when Franklin Township Water Utility staff requests to enter my residence?

    • Who owns the water meter?

    • Why did I receive a notice from Franklin Township Water Department indicating the replacement of my water meter?

    • Where does my drinking water come from? What is the source of my drinking water?

    • What do I do when I receive a door tag from the Water Utility?

    • Is there an early voting period in New Jersey?