Category: Commissioners

  • County Employees Raise Money for Local Animal Shelters

    County Employees Raise Money for Local Animal Shelters

    Franklin County employees raised a total of $480.00 for local animal shelters last month. Through a County wellness initiative and direct donation, Franklin County’s Healthy Living Coordinator Vicki Kamler collected funds to distribute to two local animal shelters–Antietam Humane Society in Waynesboro and Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter in Chambersburg. The County Wellness Program, started in…

  • County to Refinance Bonds and Save on Interest Costs

    With interest rates at record lows, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners approved an ordinance to refinance bonds in the amount of $13,860,000. The refinance saves $381,000 in taxpayer dollars over the next two fiscal years. “Our strong financial position continues to help us secure very competitive rates for capital projects and bond refinancing,” said…

  • Franklin County Appointment to Franklin County Housing Authority Board

      FRANKLIN COUNTY APPOINTMENT TO FRANKLIN COUNTY  HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD Franklin County is currently accepting applications from interested individuals for one voluntary, non-paid position, with the FCHA.  Applications will be accepted until 4pm August 7, 2020.  For details call the Commissioners’ Office, 261-3812.   FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS CARRIE E. GRAY County Administrator/ Chief Clerk    

  • Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial Seeks Franklin County Representative

    The Franklin County Commissioners are requesting letters of interest from individuals to represent Franklin County as part of the Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial (AMERICA250PA) which aids in the planning and coordination of the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America in 2026.  To learn more about the initiative visit: https://www.america250pa.org/about-us. County…

  • Emergency Solutions Grant – CARES

    Franklin County is applying for an Emergency Solutions Grant – CARES (ESG-CV). These funds will enable local non-profit agencies to provide outreach, case management, essential services, emergency shelter, and rental/financial assistance to individuals/families that are homeless or in imminent danger of becoming homeless. The Franklin County Commissioners will review application information at their meeting on…

  • An Open Letter from the Franklin County Board of Commissioners

    As the Franklin County Board of Commissioners, we share the concerns of Franklin County residents who continue to feel the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. We, too, are frustrated with the restrictions surrounding this crisis. But, we do not believe it is in the best interest of our residents or our businesses to act against…

  • Commissioners Plan to Extend County Property Tax Payment Deadlines

    To help Franklin County residents concerned about making their county tax payments on time, the Board of County Commissioners discussed extending the payment discount period as well as the face value payment period for county and county library tax payments. “Extending the discount period would greatly help people who are trying to put out fires…

  • Commissioners to Temporarily Reduce Staffing in Response to Decreased Consumer Activity

    This afternoon the Franklin County Commissioners, in conjunction with the President Judge and independent elected officials, approved a temporary reduction in staffing across County and Court offices beginning at the close of business on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Approximately 25% of the workforce will be placed on furlough effective April 16. “First and foremost, our…

  • Jeff Sarver Named Franklin County’s Employee of the Month for March

    Jeff Sarver Named Franklin County’s Employee of the Month for March

    The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the Employee of the Month Award for March to Mr. Jeffrey Sarver. Mr. Sarver has been employed with Franklin County since January of 2013 and serves as a Deputy Sheriff. Employee of the Month selections are determined by the STAR Committee. For March, there were a total of eleven…

  • Commissioners Consider Selling Land on Franklin Farm Lane

    Commissioners Consider Selling Land on Franklin Farm Lane

    The Franklin County Commissioners are considering an agreement for the sale of 15 acres of land on Franklin Farm Lane. “The uses allowed in the agreement of sale fit with the county’s comprehensive plan and will bring well-paying jobs to Franklin County,” said Commissioner Chairman Keller. The buyer, Chambersburg PH, LP, contacted the county last…