Mayor's Office - Franklin County, TN

04/03/2026

Franklin County Government Buildings will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026 in observance of Good Friday.
This includes Solid Waste and Convenience Centers. They will reopen on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at normal hours.

03/26/2026

We received a sweet surprise—a heartfelt thank you letter from a wonderful group of 4th graders after the Mayor visited to read with them during Read Across America Week! 📚❤️

Students took the time to sign their name, making it even more special. Moments like these remind us how meaningful it is to connect with our students and support a love of reading.

Thank you for the warm note—you truly made our day!

03/26/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE
FRANKLIN COUNTY'S SOLID WASTE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY

MARCH 28, 2026 (8AM TO 1 PM)
AT FRANKLIN COUNTY SOLID WASTE
419 JOYCE LANE
WI******ER TN 37398

03/23/2026

03/17/2026

The Franklin County Mayor’s Office was proud to host a Grant Writing Workshop today, bringing together community leaders, nonprofits, and local partners to strengthen our ability to secure funding for impactful projects.

Participants gained valuable insight into identifying funding opportunities, crafting competitive applications, and building stronger proposals that benefit our communities. Investing in these skills helps ensure Franklin County continues to grow and thrive through strategic partnerships and resources.

Thank you to Chelle Daniels and Dave Capka for leading and also to everyone who attended and contributed to making today’s workshop a success!

03/13/2026

Mayor Chris Guess recently had the pleasure of spending time with some of our youngest learners while reading to students at Head Start. 📚

Sharing a love of reading at an early age is so important, and it was a joy to see the excitement and curiosity on the students’ faces as they followed along with the story. Moments like these remind us how important it is to support and encourage education from the very beginning.

Thank you to the teachers and staff at Head Start for the great work you do every day helping prepare our children for a bright future! 🌟

03/13/2026

On Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Mayor Chris Guess was honored to do a Proclamation signing at the TN Day of Hope prayer breakfast!
Community commitment reminds us that no one has to walk the path of recovery alone.
Together, we are making a difference. Let’s keep this momentum going as we continue to support one another and spread awareness throughout the year.

03/10/2026

Mayor Guess was honored to be asked to speak this morning at the Franklin County Chapter of Home Builders Association breakfast. He shared his vision for the future growth in our county. With continued collaboration between local leaders and building community, we're excited about the opportunities ahead to support smart development and quality housing for our residents.

03/10/2026

Below you will find the calendar for the County Meetings for March 2026.

03/04/2026

Mayor Chris Guess was proud to host a Mayor’s Roundtable meeting with surrounding county mayors to discuss the issues that matter most to our communities.

Leaders from across the region came together to share ideas, compare challenges, and collaborate on solutions related to economic development, infrastructure, and public safety.

When neighboring counties work together, we all grow stronger. Thank you to each mayor who took the time to participate and invest in the future of our region. Collaboration like this keeps Franklin County moving forward!

03/02/2026

Mayor Chris Guess had a great time visiting the 4th and 5th graders at North Lake Elementary this week! 📚

He read Sophia Valdez, Future Prez by Andrea Beaty — a fun and inspiring story about using your voice, standing up for others, and making a difference in your community.

After the story, Mayor Guess talked with students about how our local, state, and federal government works and how everyday citizens can be involved. The students asked thoughtful questions and showed a real interest in leadership and civic responsibility.

It’s always encouraging to see young leaders in the making right here in Franklin County! 👏