Franklin County Supervisors Set Agenda for Feb. 17 Meeting

Board to consider claims, family farm applications, and contracts for weed and shrub control, among other items.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Franklin County Board of Supervisors will hold their regular meeting on Tuesday, February 17th at the Franklin County Courthouse. The agenda includes approving claims, acting on 65 family farm applications and 16 disallowances, and considering contracts for ditch and roadway weed/shrub control and a courthouse electrical services upgrade.

Why it matters

As the governing body for Franklin County, the Board of Supervisors' decisions on these agenda items will impact local residents, businesses, and the overall management of county resources and infrastructure.

The details

Under new business, the supervisors will review and approve claims, act on 65 family farm applications and 16 disallowances as recommended by the county assessor, and consider approving contracts for ditch and roadway weed and shrub control as well as a payment in lieu of taxes from the North Iowa Regional Housing Authority. They will also vote on a resolution to approve a contract and bond for a courthouse electrical services upgrade.

  • The Franklin County Board of Supervisors will meet on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

The players

Franklin County Board of Supervisors

The governing body for Franklin County, Iowa responsible for overseeing county operations, budgets, and policies.

Franklin County Assessor

The county official who assesses property values and makes recommendations on applications for the family farm property tax credit.

North Iowa Regional Housing Authority

A regional organization that provides affordable housing options and makes payments in lieu of taxes to local governments.

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What’s next

After the February 17th meeting, the Board of Supervisors will publish the approved meeting minutes and any resolutions or contracts that were finalized.

The takeaway

This routine county board meeting covers a range of administrative and financial matters that are important for maintaining Franklin County's infrastructure, services, and support for local agricultural operations and affordable housing.