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Traffic Safety Bureau
Sgt. James Raics
Traffic Safety Bureau 732-873-5533 Ext. 1089
The officers of the Traffic Safety Bureau handle day to day complaints and issues such as parking, speeding and other moving violations, view obstructions, work zones and roadway hazards. These officers are trained in various fields such as crash investigation and reconstruction, traffic engineering and specialized enforcement. The Traffic Safety Bureau also supervises township school crossing guards and tow services.
Currently, there are 4 officers assigned to the Traffic Safety Bureau, which includes, Officer Ryan Ellington, Officer Andre Tirado, Officer Robert Meyer and Officer Jelani Lanier.
⚠️ Fraudulent Email Alert – Beware of Scams Claiming to Be from Franklin Township
The Township of Franklin’s IT Department is alerting residents and local businesses to a fraudulent email circulating that falsely claims to be from the Franklin Township Planning Commission.
03/30/2026 10:51 PM
Lead Hazard Compliance & Certification for Franklin Township Landlords
New Jersey now requires lead inspections for pre‑1978 rentals. Franklin Township partnered with LEW Environmental to help owners comply. If you received a notice, check your status or schedule here: https://lewenvironmental.com/franklin-twp-somerset/
03/19/2026
Know Your Rights: Immigrants, Organizations and Businesses
Every person who lives in or visits New Jersey has rights regardless of their citizenship or immigration status.
01/28/2025 11:45 AM
NEW Open Public Records Act (OPRA) Portal Goes Live!
Franklin Township's NEW OPRA Request Portal goes live Tuesday, February 20th.
02/16/2024 5:30 PM
Easton Avenue Corridor Local Concept Development (LCD) Study
Somerset County is conducting a Local Concept Development (LCD) Study for the Easton Avenue Corridor in Franklin Township to investigate options for improving safety along Easton Avenue from Franklin Boulevard / Landing Lane to Worlds Fair Drive.
11/10/2023 12:40 AM
2023 General Election Information
Important voting information for the upcoming general election, including important dates, voter registration, voting methods, and more!
10/05/2023 2:04 PM
**NEW** Facebook Pages for Franklin Township, Franklin Police Department, and Franklin Recreation Department
The Township invites residents, businesses, & community organizations to join and follow the new Facebook pages: @FranklinTwpSomersetCty, @FranklinTwpPolice, & @FranklinTwpRecreation
07/14/2023 1:51 PM
Municipal and Police Facebook Pages are Down
We wanted to inform you that our municipal Facebook page @TownshipofFranklin AND police Facebook page @FTPDSomersetNJ are currently down due to technical issues.
05/08/2023 3:13 PM
FEMA Registration & Somerset County IDA Disaster Relief Resources
FEMA registration Sat 9/11 & Sun 9/12 8AM-6PM @Elizabeth Ave Firehouse 2 Wiley Dr|The County has put together an extensive list of resources. Visit So. Cty Ida Disaster Relief Resources page for details. https://www.co.somerset.nj.us/residents/disaster-health-safety-information/emergency-resources
09/10/2021 11:37 AM
Somerset County Announces Process for Administering Second Doses of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
Residents Who Received Their First Dose from Somerset County Will Be Emailed an Appointment for Their Second Dose
01/24/2021 4:22 PM
Water Main Installation
The routing of the new main will be from the intersection of John E Busch Ave. and 9th St, down 9th St. to Willow Avenue, then Willow Avenue to 15th St.
03/29/2019 4:46 PM
NEW! Tax & Water Payment Info Portal
02/08/2019 10:23 AM
New Traffic Pattern: EASTON AVE
11/09/2018 1:05 PM
Curbside Storm Debris Pickup - In Progress
03/09/2018 1:59 PM
Road Closure-Resurfacing Project of Bunker Hill Rd
Beginning 9/29 for 2-3 weeks Bunker Hill will be closed for resurfacing
09/26/2017 2:28 PM