Franklin Economic Development Commission reviews strategic-plan draft, business-awards logistics and approves $1,500 voucher

The Franklin Economic Development Commission met in early 2025 and was told the commission's consultant will present a full strategic plan and outline at the commission's February meeting. The commission also reviewed its business appreciation celebration — discussing nominees, possible mayoral recognition, venue options and timing — and approved a $1,500 voucher for Brooks Communications to be paid from last year’s budget. The commission entered a closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) to discuss potential commercial and industrial developments.

Commissioners began by confirming that a consultant will convert the existing discussion draft into a full report and plan outline and will present that material at the commission’s February meeting. The commission discussed that the completed plan should include tasks and assignments to achieve stated objectives; no formal vote was taken on the plan at this meeting. The record shows commissioners expected to review…