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
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