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Staff reports strong public participation in Franklin's comprehensive plan process; draft expected spring

Franklin City Planning Commission · December 17, 2025
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Summary

City staff said work with consultant HWC is on schedule and public engagement exceeded expectations, with more than 300 participants across surveys, focus groups and events; a draft comprehensive plan is expected March—1pril for commission review.

Planning staff updated the commission on progress in the city's comprehensive plan effort with consultant HWC, saying staff has met monthly with the consultant and public participation has been robust.

Joanna reported more than 300 participants engaged through an online survey, focus groups, the farmers market and other outreach, and that staff will receive a draft plan around March or April. After commission review, the plan will be forwarded to City Council for further consideration.

Staff described the input as valuable and said the project remains on schedule. Commissioners expressed satisfaction with the turnout compared with earlier processes that drew few participants.