The Franklin Municipal Planning Commission on Oct. 23 voted to recommend Resolution 2025-69, endorsing the Creekside master plan and supporting preservation, interpretation and improved connectivity for the Thomas Shute House surrounding property.

City staff described the filing as a city applicant and asked the commission to recommend approval to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. Commissioners moved and seconded a recommendation to BOMA and approved the resolution by roll call; all present members voted in favor.

The motion as presented asked the commission to endorse the parks plan and the preservation goals for the historic Thomas Shute House and its surrounding property. No members of the public spoke on the item at the meeting.

The commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen for final consideration.