Frequently Asked Questions: FY 2026 Override -> Questions 13 -16

Frequently Asked Questions - shared from the Town of Franklin FY 2026 Override Information page. There are 40 and a form to ask another question if it is not already listed there -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/Faq.aspx?TID=41

13.Will early voting occur for this election?

Yes. Early Voting will commence on Thursday, May 15th through Friday, May 30th, during normal business hours which are Mon., Tues., Thurs. from 8AM to 4PM, Wednesday, 8AM to 6PM and Friday from 8AM to 1PM. There will also be one (1) weekend day which is scheduled for Saturday, May 24th, from 9AM to 3PM in the Clerk’s Office Only - Town of Franklin Municipal Building, 355 E Central St, Franklin, MA 02038.

14.Are Vote-by-Mail ballots available?

Yes, Vote-by-Mail or “absentee” ballots are available, but they must be requested by the voter. If you would like to receive a Vote-by-Mail application please contact the Clerk’s office at 508-528-7900 or click on the following link:  https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/elections/languages/vote-by-mail-applications.htm

15.What is the cost of a special election and who is paying for it?

The Town Clerk’s office will be able to absorb the cost of this special election, which is estimated to cost approximately $30,000.

16.Who can vote on the override?

All voters who are registered to vote in Franklin are eligible to vote. To verify your registration, use this link:  https://www.sec.state.ma.us/voterregistrationsearch/

Additional info can be found on the Town FY 2026 Override page ->    https://www.franklinma.gov/1089/Fiscal-Year-2026-Override-Information

Frequently Asked Questions: FY 2026 Override