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Citizen Participation in Public Meetings

May 26, 2020 Budget Public Hearing- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGBsbT4981I&feature=youtu.be 

Meetings will be broadcast live on YouTube. View the meetings

This medium will allow for citizens to view and listen to the public meeting and pub...

Franklin County Agricultural Fair Canceled for 2020

After careful review and consideration, a decision has been made to cancel the 2020 Franklin County Agricultural Fair due to safety and health concerns associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Burn Ban Lifted

The countywide burn ban which has been in effect since April 4, 2020 will be lifted at 9:00AM on Friday, May 1, 2020. Countywide Burn Ban Press Release (PDF)

2020 Census

Please visit our 2020 Census page to see what an accurate count of residents can do for your community. The information the Census collects helps to determine how billions of dollars in federal funding are spent each year.

Large Container Schedule is Temporarily Suspended

Rocky Mount Green Box Site - Grassy Hill RoadDecember 23 - 26, 2019February 7 - 9, 2020March 20 - 22, 2020May 1 - 3, 2020June 12 - 14, 2020

Callaway Green Box Site - Ferrum Mountain RdFebruary 21 - 23, 2020May 15 - 17, 2020

Snow Creek Green Box Site - Snow ...

COVID COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS WITH CABLE 12

Citizens can access the livestream right from our website:  Cable 12 Live Streaming Covid-19

You are able to call (540) 489-8812 or leave your question in the live stream chat.

Franklin County Public Library to produce 3D-printed head frames for face shields

Franklin County Public Library is collaborating with the Franklin County Department of Public Safety to produce 3D-printed head frames for face shields to be worn by first responders.

Coronavirus Updates for Business

The Coronavirus is not just a health issue, but also an economic issue for businesses throughout the County, state, and nation. The news and impact of the health crisis is changing by the hour and local businesses are being inundated with information from...

FRANKLIN COUNTY BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT CONTINUES TO MOVE FORWARD

The Franklin County Broadband Authority and the Franklin County Board of Supervisors moves forward with Phase One of delivering broadband to its citizens utilizing grant funds awarded in January from the Virginia Telecommunications Initiative (VATI).

Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Proposed Budget Documents

Franklin County presents Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Proposed Budget Information

• Fiscal Year 2020 to 2021 Proposed Budget Presentation (PDF)
• Fiscal Year 2020 to 2021 Proposed Budget Book (PDF)

Vote from Home

Vote from home - 

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, voters may choose reason 2A - My disability or illness for Absentee Voting in the May 2020 elections. Please visit the Virginia Department of Elections for more information.

Primary Election for June 9, 2020

This is a notice from the Commonwealth of Virginia concerning the calling of a primary election to be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2020. Commonwealth of Virginia Notice calling for Primary Election for June 9, 2020 (PDF) 

Board of Supervisors/Broadband Meeting Info and Livestream

Out of an abundance of caution for public health, Franklin County has made the decision to cancel the Franklin County Broadband Authority meeting today. We will still hold the regular Board Meeting at 1:30 PM. The County has a livestream of the Board Meet...