The Porchlight June/July 2024
Important Reminders for Residents
- Rent is due on the 1st
- Late fees apply after the 10th, 5th for Reddick Street
- Detainer warrants will be filed on
current month balances- Pest control services are the 3rd
Tuesday of every month
Important Contact Numbers
Call 211 for non-emergent assistance
Dial 911 for emergencies
Summer Safety
Summer is in full swing and that means children will be out of school and enjoying our beautiful weather!
Summer Safety Tips:
- Please remember to be extra vigilant and watch for children who may inadvertently be in the roadway.
- No speeding! Reduce your speed and ensure you are following all speed limit postings and regulations.
- Parents, this is good time to review summer road safety with your children. Please remind your children that they should always remain mindful of traffic and avoid playing in the streets.
We love our kids and want everyone to have a fun, safe summer!
FHA Office Closures
Juneteenth - June 19th
Independence Day - July 4th & 5th
Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program
The FSS program is designed to assist residents with increasing their earned income and reducing their dependency on welfare. All Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher participants are eligible to participate in this program. A great incentive of the program is the establishment of an escrow account.
The primary goal is to find and/or maintain employment, save money, budget, and increase credit scores. FSS also provides information regarding credit agencies, credit scores, banking, mortgage, realtors, Habitat for Humanity, and various agencies. Most FSS participants are working towards becoming a homeowner. Some participants are taking a career path and furthering their education by obtaining certificates or degrees.
FHA want success for all residents and believes that each family can be successful at accomplishing their goals, focus on their needs, and have the determination to succeed.
If you want to become a participant of this program, please schedule an appointment with Becky McDonald by email or call 615-794-1247 ext. 231.
We are excited to get you on the road towards self-sufficiency.
Click here to email Becky McDonald and get started!
There will be an Understanding Your Credit course on June 25, 2024, from 5:50-6:30 at the Community Center.
If you are interested in this course, click here to email Becky McDonald or call 615-794-1247 ext. 231.
The Future is Ours (FOURS) Scholarship Program
Do you have a high school student?
Upon high school graduation, would your student be in need of additional funds for higher education?
If you answered yes, to one or both questions above the Franklin Housing Collaborative Future is OURS Scholarship Program is for you!
Who is eligible?
- All high school students graduating with a high school diploma living within the FHA, Park Street, Reddick Apartments are eligible.
- The student must be listed on a current lease
- Earn minimum cumulative points throughout their four-year high school career.
- Enroll in and attend a U.S. post-secondary institution directly after high school graduation.
What is the Purpose of the FHC FOURS Scholarship Program?
The purpose of this program is to help fill the financial gaps that other awarded grants and scholarships may not cover toward a student's college education. The funds are available to be used during the time a student is enrolled in some form of higher education (2yr, 4yr, or trade school). All students successfully completing the program are granted a minimum of $1,000 per year of higher education and up to $5,000 per year.
If you would like to enroll in the FSS program or the have a high school student in 9th grade up to 12th grade that would like to participate in the FOURS Scholarship Program contact Beck McDonald at 615-764-1247 ext. 231 or email Becky by clicking here.
Education & Training Opportunities
Begin Anew offers GED training,
computer classes, and ELL. Class locations are held at 1350 West Main Street, Franklin, TN. Please call 615-977-8908 for the women's program or 615-687-0953 for men's program. For more information, please visit the Begin Anew's website at www.beginanew.org.Workforce Essentials offers High School Equivalency Diploma (Hi-set), computer classes, and ESL. Class location is 118 Seaboard Lane, Franklin, TN. For more information on their courses, please call Workforce Essentials at 615-790-3311 or visit their website at workforceessentials.com.
Columbia State Community College is a 2-year college, located at 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin, TN. For more information on courses, please contact their office at 615-790-4400 or visit their website at www.columbiastate.edu/campuses/williamson.
Employment Opportunties
American Greetings, Franklin, TNStore Merchandiser, Part-timeStarting Pay: $12.60/hr18 years or olderNo experience necessary.Graceworks Ministries, Inc., Franklin, TNFront Desk Intake SpecialistFull-timeSalary: $40,000 - $42,500Walmart, Franklin, TN
Stocking & Unloading
Full-time and Part-time opportunities$14 - $26/hrMellow Mushroom, Franklin, TNServerFull-time & Part-time opportunities
Click here for more information.Dollar Tree, Franklin, TN
Sales Floor AssociateFull-time
Click here for more information.To find additional opportunities for employment in the area, click here to visit Indeed.com.
Local Activities & Events
Movies in the Park
2024: June 14, 21, 28; July 12,19
Bring a chair or pack a blanket and come to the Park for an evening movie! This free summer movie series will begin at 8PM or at sunset. Check the City of Franklin's website or Facebook page (City of Franklin, TN) for locations and updates.
Franklin on the Fourth
July 4, 2024
Patriotic festival in Downtown Franklin, sponsored by the Franklin Lions Club, with arts, crafts, food, and entertainment.
Fireworks
Harlinsdale Park
6pm - 9pm
Enjoy an incredible fireworks display at the Park at Harlinsdale Farm. There will be music, games food trucks, and concessions.
Bluegrass Along the Harpeth
Bluegrass Along the Harpeth
Town Sqaure - City of Franklin
July 26 - 27, 2024
(Fourth weekend in July)
Musical festival featuring Bluegrass music, fiddling, buck dancing, crafts, food and more.