2025 Override Timeline

Since the failed override, the town has taken steps toward greater transparency, but not by choice—it was forced by engaged residents who asked the hard questions, challenged the process, and demanded accountability.

Here's a look at how community pressure shaped Franklin's actions in 2025:

January 3, 2025 - One Franklin reestablishes their account with a new chair and a new treasurer. However, Ruthann O'Sullivan is still on the School Committee and the JBSC. While Ken Ojukwu is now on the Finance Committee.

January 30, 2025 - First Joint Budget Subcommittee. Session #ONE

February 12, 2025 - Second JBSC. Session #TWO

February 19, 2025 - Third JBSC. Session #THREE

March 4, 2025 - Fourth JBSC. Session #FOUR

March 8, 2025 - Fifth JBSC. Session #FIVE

March 12, 2025 - Sixth JBSC. Session #SIX. JBSC agrees to ask Town Council to vote on a Special Election.

March 19, 2025 - Town Council agrees to a June 3rd Special Election date.