Reminder: Franklin DPW's 2025 Hydrant Painting Event open until August 1, 2025

It's time for the Franklin DPW's 2025 Hydrant Painting Event!

For more information, including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit: https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/1160/2025-Hydrant-Painting-Event

The Franklin DPW hydrant painting contest comes around again

The Franklin DPW hydrant painting contest comes around again

It's time for the Franklin DPW's 2025 Hydrant Painting Event!

For more information, including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit: https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/1160/2025-Hydrant-Painting-Event

The Franklin DPW hydrant painting contest comes around again

3rd Annual Hydrant Painting Contest Winners Announced by DPW

Via the Franklin DPW:

"We had a great time at our DPW Touch a Truck event today! Thank you to those who stopped by and a big thank you to those who participated in our third annual Hydrant Painting Contest.

Congratulations to this years winners!

1. Under the age of 12 - Koi Fish Pond - Rachel Redfern

2. 12 to 17 - Mosaic - Violet Wiernicki and Sarah Clark

3. 18 and over - Boston Hydrant - Thomas Grimaldi

4. Judges' Choice - R2D2 - Jay Hanson

Please visit the story map to see all the amazing hydrants that were painted around Town - https://storymaps.arcgis.com/.../97211a8b1a5b4454b5a74fc7...

#keepfranklinflowing #TouchATruck2024 #franklinma

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3rd Annual Hydrant Painting Contest Winners Announced by DPW

Reminder: DPW Touch a truck Saturday from 10 to 2; map available for parking, etc.

"Join us this weekend! Looks like it is going to be a beautiful Fall day!!  

We have plenty of parking available. Please see the map below!"

map available for parking

Reminder: DPW Touch a truck Saturday

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Vote for your favorites in Franklin's Third Annual Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

Franklin's Third Annual Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITES BY LIKING THE PICTURES!!

For additional pictures and locations please visit the Storymap:

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/97211a8b1a5b4454b5a74fc7831c128b?

The pictures with the most likes between October 7, 2024 and October 18, 2024 will be awarded prizes in the following categories:

Franklin's Third Annual Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

• Under the age of 12
• 12 to 17 years old
• 18 and over
• Judges’ Choice

Winners will be announced at the DPW Touch a Truck event on Saturday October 26, 2024 at noon.

Join us at the 25 Public Works Way from 10 AM to 2 PM on October 26, 2024 for family fun and food trucks.

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Franklin DPW's 2024 Hydrant Painting Event in Final Days - last day for entry = Sep 20

Franklin DPW's 2024 Hydrant Painting Event

last day for entry = Sep 20

The DPW is holding a hydrant painting event!  Last minute entries will be accepted up to Sep 20, 2024

Voting will begin on the DPW Facebook page between October 7 and October 18, 2024. The picture with the most likes received on the Facebook post will be declared a winner in the following categories:

• Under the age of 12   
  
• 12 to 17
• 18 & Over
• Judges' Choice

Winner will be announced at the DPW Touch a Truck event on October 26.  

For more information (rules & regulations), click the link ->    https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/news/town_of_franklin_2024_hydrant_painting_event_1_0.pdf

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It's time for the Franklin DPW's 2024 Hydrant Painting Event! Applications due Aug 2

Yes, that time of year has rolled around again.

Pick out a hydrant, define a design, submit your application by Aug 2, and wait patiently! Notification happens after August 7.

For more information, including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit: https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/news/franklin-dpws-2024-hydrant-painting-event?

Or download the rules, application here -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/news/town_of_franklin_2024_hydrant_painting_event_1.pdf

It's time for the Franklin DPW's 2024 Hydrant Painting Event!

Franklin DPW Hydrant painting contest opens up for 2024

It's time for the Franklin DPW's 2024 Hydrant Painting Event!

For more information, including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit:  https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/news/franklin-dpws-2024-hydrant-painting-event

Franklin DPW Hydrant painting contest opens up for 2024

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DPW hydrant contest winners announced at Touch a Truck event Saturday Oct 14

We had a great time at our DPW Touch a Truck event this past weekend! Thank you to those who participated in our second annual Hydrant Painting Contest and congratulations to this years winners!

1. Under the age of 12 - FFD Dalmatian - Emma S.

2. 12 to 17 - Tiger - Aarav G.

3. 18 and over - Sponge Bob - Rylee F.

4. Judges' Choice - 60s Hippie - Kelly F.

Please visit the storymap to see all the amazing hydrants that were painted around Town - https://storymaps.arcgis.com/.../440ac43851c74ad9ab58685f...

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DPW hydrant contest winners announced at Touch a Truck event Saturday Oct 14

Franklin's Second Annual Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITES BY LIKING THE PICTURES!!

In August the Department of Public Works announced the Town of Franklin's second annual fire hydrant painting contest. The project was designed to draw attention to the hydrants, promote upkeep and public awareness of the water system and foster engagement with the ultimate goal of encouraging a sense of pride in the infrastructure among residents.

From October 6, 2023 to October 12, 2023 residents can vote for their favorite fire hydrant art on the DPW's  Facebook Post . Winners will be announced at the DPW Touch a Truck event on Saturday October 14, 2023. 

Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

For pictures and locations please visit the Storymap -> 

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/440ac43851c74ad9ab58685fc40e9686

The pictures with the most likes between October 6, 2023 and October 12, 2023 will be awarded prizes in the following categories

• Under the age of 12 
• 12 to 17 years old
• 18 and over
• Judges’ Choice

Join us at the 25 Public Works Way from 10 AM to 2 PM on October 14, 2023 for family fun and food trucks.

Vote by "liking the photo" on the Facebook page ->   https://www.facebook.com/FranklinDPW/posts/pfbid02QYFQThEwPqM6HsNYQKnQ9Y3b2VUVNumqw7d3As7Ah2CCdaCN1CL9AY1dbDLhwjnml

Police reminder on vandalism of hydrant painting contest: "Don’t touch things that aren’t yours"

via Franklin Police Dept: 

"The Franklin Department of Public Works is currently conducting its annual fire hydrant painting contest throughout town. There have been over 30 entries to this contest this year. Each contestant submitted an application to the DPW with their proposed design. There are 3 age brackets for this contest, 18 & over, 12-17, and under the age of 12. Winners of this contest are announced at the upcoming Touch a Truck event hosted by the DPW on October 14th.

Although you may see people painting area fire hydrants this is not an invitation to do so on your own time. This is all being done with the approval of the DPW. Unfortunately, others have decided to ruin this event and have vandalized 2 painted hydrants in town, one belonging to a child under the age of 12. All non-approved painting of public hydrants is vandalism and destruction of public property. Don’t touch things that aren’t yours."

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Police reminder on vandalism of hydrant painting contest: "Don’t touch things that aren’t yours"

Franklin's finest "Touch a Truck" event scheduled for Saturday, Oct 14 from 10 AM to 2 PM

Police, Fire, and Department of Public Works vehicles on display

Sand box, food, information booths and more...

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Franklin's finest "Touch a Truck" event scheduled for Saturday, Oct 14

Franklin Department of Public Works - 2nd Annual Hydrant Painting Contest - submit designs by Aug 11, 2023

"The Franklin Department of Public Works is hosting their 2nd annual Fire Hydrant Painting Contest! Residents are encouraged to submit their designs by 8/11/2023. 

Learn more and access the application here: https://t.co/F2EHshXyaM"

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2nd Annual Hydrant Painting Contest - submit designs by Aug 11, 2023

You can help your neighbors and the Fire Dept by Adopting a hydrant!

With the Town's Adopt-A-Hydrant program, you can select a hydrant near you to clear following a snow storm! By adopting a hydrant you can...

◼️ Assist the Fire Department in the event of an emergency by alleviating time spent searching for a clearing hydrants buried in snow.

◼️ Support your neighbors by letting DPW know if a hydrant is located near a neighbor who is unable to clear a hydrant on their property and we will label them as "high priority" on our adopt a hydrant webpage.

◼️ Earn community service hours for your community service group or as an individual.

Check out this link to learn more about our Adopt-A-Hydrant program!  

https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/adopt-hydrant

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You can help your neighbors and the Fire Dept by Adopting a hydrant! 

Reporting by walking around: Photos this week 11/21 - 11/25/22

Found a couple of the hydrants from the painting contest conducted earlier this year.  DPW page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/water-sewer-division/pages/join-fun-and-enter-franklins-fire-hydrant-painting-event

hydrant from the painting contest 1

hydrant from the painting contest 2

A 10-unit apartment building under construction on Chestnut St

Project documents reviewed by the Planning Board

https://www.franklinma.gov/planning-board/pages/122-chestnut-street

A 10-unit apartment building under construction on Chestnut St

Some trees along the shoreline at DelCarte were removed, new trees are planted and picnic tables are arranged.

trees along the shoreline at DelCarte were removed

Friendly reminder on the Christmas Fair coming up next weekend at St John's Episcopal Church.

Friendly reminder on the Christmas Fair

Friendly reminder on the Tree lighting and Santa's arrival to the Town Common at 4 PM on Sunday, Nov 27, 2022

Friendly reminder on the Tree lighting and Santa's arrival to the Town Common

DPW hydrant painting contest winners

We had a great time at our DPW Touch a Truck event this past weekend! Thank you to those who participated in our first ever Hydrant Painting Contest and

congratulations

to this years winners!

1. Most Creative - Ice Cream Cone - Courtney F.

2. Judges Choice - Strawberry - Nolan and Maggie

3. Most Detailed - Construction Worker - Gavin & Kathy R.

4. Most Whimsical - Dog - Ganesh V.

5. Most Patriotic - Franklin Sport - Versprille Family

Please visit the storymap to see all the amazing hydrants that were painted around Town - https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/1cc8a88584a84a6c9465dc68412d041c

Franklin Matters photos of the Touch a Truck event can be found in this album

https://photos.app.goo.gl/Jgnyej96faCAGhWz8

Most Patriotic - Franklin Sport - Versprille Family

Most Whimsical - Dog - Ganesh V

Most Detailed - Construction Worker - Gavin & Kathy R.

Judges Choice - Strawberry - Nolan and Maggie

Most Creative - Ice Cream Cone - Courtney F

Reminder: Would you like to paint a Town of Franklin fire hydrant? Registration due Aug 12, 2022

Fire Hydrant Painting Event Rules

The design should be appropriate for a public space and should not be political in nature, or be offensive in any way.

Potential design themes include:

• Designs inspired by the Historic Places, People and Events in Franklin
• Designs with a whimsical or humorous twist that will make viewers smile
• Context-sensitive designs that would uniquely connect a particular fire hydrant with its immediate surroundings
• Colorful, abstract designs

The public and private space immediately around the fire hydrant should be kept clean and neat when not directly working on the fire hydrant. Please respect the property.

Registration is open until Aug. 12, 2022. Proposed designs must be submitted for approval during this period, along with a completed application. Applicants will be notified by Aug. 19, 2022.

Painting of fire hydrants can begin upon notification of your assigned hydrant and must be completed by Sept. 30, 2022.

Paint only on the assigned fire hydrant. The caps must be able to open after the paint dries. You must provide your own exterior paint or sealant. Nothing can be attached to the fire hydrant.

If words are included in your design, all words must be approved as a part of the design.

You may use stencils, air brush with masking tape, or freehand your design.

You must apply the design submitted in this application. If you desire to make changes, you must seek approval from the Town of Franklin prior to changing your design.

If rules are not followed your hydrant will be painted over.

Judging will take place between Oct. 3 and Oct. 7, 2022. Winners will be announced at the DPW Touch a Truck event on Oct. 15, 2022 for most whimsical, most patriotic, most creative, and judges’ choice.

Any questions should be addressed to: Doug Martin, Town of Franklin Water & Sewer Superintendent at 508-553-5500 or domartin@franklinma.gov.

Town of Franklin will be basing their decision to approve applications for painting based on creativity, originality, imagination, and appropriateness. All decisions on applications are final. 

By participating in the Fire Hydrant Design Event you acknowledge that the Town of Franklin and its affiliates are not responsible in any way for any injury or property damage directly or indirectly associated with this event.

By signing you acknowledge that participants are aware of all rules, guidelines and criteria associated with this event

For more information including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit:   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/pages/town_of_franklin_2022_fire_hydrant_painting_event_0.pdf

Would you like to paint a Town of Franklin fire hydrant? 

Would you like to paint a Town of Franklin fire hydrant? Register by Aug 12, 2022

Fire Hydrant Painting Event Rules

The design should be appropriate for a public space and should not be political in nature, or be offensive in any way.

Potential design themes include:

• Designs inspired by the Historic Places, People and Events in Franklin
• Designs with a whimsical or humorous twist that will make viewers smile
• Context-sensitive designs that would uniquely connect a particular fire hydrant with its immediate surroundings
• Colorful, abstract designs

The public and private space immediately around the fire hydrant should be kept clean and neat when not directly working on the fire hydrant. Please respect the property.

Registration is open until Aug. 12, 2022. Proposed designs must be submitted for approval during this period, along with a completed application. Applicants will be notified by Aug. 19, 2022.

Painting of fire hydrants can begin upon notification of your assigned hydrant and must be completed by Sept. 30, 2022.

Paint only on the assigned fire hydrant. The caps must be able to open after the paint dries. You must provide your own exterior paint or sealant. Nothing can be attached to the fire hydrant.

If words are included in your design, all words must be approved as a part of the design.

You may use stencils, air brush with masking tape, or freehand your design.

You must apply the design submitted in this application. If you desire to make changes, you must seek approval from the Town of Franklin prior to changing your design.

If rules are not followed your hydrant will be painted over.

Judging will take place between Oct. 3 and Oct. 7, 2022. Winners will be announced at the DPW Touch a Truck event on Oct. 15, 2022 for most whimsical, most patriotic, most creative, and judges’ choice.

Any questions should be addressed to: Doug Martin, Town of Franklin Water & Sewer Superintendent at 508-553-5500 or domartin@franklinma.gov.

Town of Franklin will be basing their decision to approve applications for painting based on creativity, originality, imagination, and appropriateness. All decisions on applications are final. 

By participating in the Fire Hydrant Design Event you acknowledge that the Town of Franklin and its affiliates are not responsible in any way for any injury or property damage directly or indirectly associated with this event.

By signing you acknowledge that participants are aware of all rules, guidelines and criteria associated with this event

For more information including event rules, application and frequently asked questions, please visit:   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/pages/town_of_franklin_2022_fire_hydrant_painting_event_0.pdf

Would you like to paint a Town of Franklin fire hydrant?