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Shade Tree Commission
The Franklin Township Shade Tree Commission promotes the conservation and stewardship of trees throughout the Township by advising township officials regarding planting, care and maintenance of trees on township-owned lands. The Commission will assist Franklin Township residents by increasing awareness of the benefits of arboriculture and providing advice and information regarding the selection, planting and care of trees.
Community Forestry Management Plan Certificate
Plan Extension to 12/31/2025
Tree Ordinances
Think Twice...Drink Twice
Nearly 1 million plastic bottles are purchased every minute around the globe and only 25% of plastic water bottles get recycled a year.
Post Date:09/25/2019 9:59 AM
According to Reuters Graphics, nearly 1 million plastic bottles are purchased every minute around the globe.
As a certified Sustainable Jersey member, Franklin is dedicated to helping Franklinites who visit the Municipal Complex reduce their dependency on disposable plastic bottles.
The Township is in the process of installing rapid bottle filling stations
in their municipal facilities.
Show us how you live sustainably! Post your photos of how you keep
Franklin green by tagging us
@twpoffranklin_nj on Instagram!
Only 25% of plastic water bottle get recycled each year.
Refill to reduce landfill