October 27, 2026
Dear Youth Sports and High School Athletics Parents,
We are reaching out to address two ongoing concerns involving the use of the Franklin Middle School and Franklin High School grounds during youth sports practices, games, and high school athletic activities: unauthorized parking and littering.
First, we continue to see vehicles parking in the rear section of the Franklin Middle School parking lot, specifically in the area designated as a playground and basketball court. Despite posted signage and the placement of wooden sawhorses to prevent access, vehicles are still moving these barriers and parking in the restricted area.
This creates a potentially dangerous situation for children, athletes, and others using the playground and basketball courts. This area is no longer an authorized parking area, and the barriers must not be moved. All parents, coaches, and visitors must use designated parking spaces when attending practices, games, or other athletic activities.
If this behavior continues, the Town will need to take additional enforcement measures, including issuing parking tickets and potentially towing unauthorized vehicles at the owner's expense.
Additionally, we have growing concerns about the amount of litter being left throughout the school grounds. Trash and debris are being left behind in parking lots, on athletic fields, and around the playground and basketball court areas. This is unacceptable and reflects poorly on our sports programs and community.
We all share a responsibility to leave these facilities in the same condition in which we found them. We ask that parents remind their children to dispose of all trash properly and encourage everyone to take a few extra moments to clean up after practices and games. Coaches and team representatives are also encouraged to reinforce these expectations with their players.
The Franklin Public School grounds are shared community spaces, and it is important that we treat them with respect. Our goal is to provide a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all children, athletes, and residents.
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us address these concerns before further enforcement measures become necessary. We appreciate your support in keeping our facilities safe, clean, and enjoyable for everyone.
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