EP 4 | Franklin Youth Center

On this episode Det. Brown and Ofc. Belvin sit down with Ken and Mike from Community in Connection to discuss the work they are doing at their Franklin location, 873 Hamilton St., their personal path of sobriety, and how connection with others was the lynch pin to long term success on their journey. Community in Connection Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083349687435Community in Connection Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/communityinconnectionCiC Website- https://communityincrisis.org/

On this episode Det. Brown and Ofc. Belvin sit down with the Director of the Garden State Track Club,  Chuck Schneekloth, to discuss the power of sports, community, and the upcoming Garden State 10 Miler Race in Colonial Park. Garden State 10 Miler Race Information and Registration:https://gardenstatetc.org/garden-state-10-miler/Garden State Track Club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gardenstatetrackclub/?hl=en

This episode Det. Brown and Ofc. Belvin sit down with Animal Control Officer Katie Nordhaus and Brian Hartman from the Franklin Township Animal Shelter to talk about what really goes on behind the scenes at the shelter - from heartwarming rescue stories to the daily challenges of caring for animals in need. They also break down how the community can get involved and make a real difference for local animals, one small act at a time.

Det. Brown and Ofc. Reid sit down with senior leadership from the Franklin Food Bank, Allie O'Brien and Derek Smith, for a powerful conversation about food insecurity in Franklin Township. They discuss the food bank's history, upcoming community events, and how residents can get involved to support their mission of ensuring no one in the township goes hungry.

On this episode, we’re joined by Officer Robert Meyer and Detective Lauren Gregory, the officers featured on our new recruitment billboard along Route 287 South in South Plainfield, NJ. Tune in as they share their personal journeys, what it means to serve Franklin Township, and details about the upcoming entry-level police exam on September 3, 2025.For more information and to register for the test, visit: https://www.policeapp.com/Entry-Level-Franklin-Township-Somerset-NJ-NJ-Police-Officer-Jobs/4036/

Det. Brown and Ofc. Belvin sit down with Youth Development Manager, Joel Painson, and Youth Resource Manager, Joe Jankowski, of the Franklin Youth Center to highlight several current and upcoming programs taking place at the center, and the impact of mentorship within the community.

Director Quovella Maeweather joined the FTPD in April 2020 and has made a lasting impact on both the agency and the community. Tune in as she discusses a range of topics—from officer wellness to the department’s expanding community-based programs.

Det. Brown and Ofc. Belvin sit down with Sgt. Rios and the Director of Somerset County Psychiatric Emergency Screening Services, Nicole Crowley, to discuss the ARRIVE Together Program at FTPD.

Join Franklin Township Police Department Public Safety Director Quovella Maeweather, Officer in Charge/Captain Lloyd Fredericks, Captain Vincent Wilson, and Captain Brandon Domotor for the first episode of the FTPD Podcast.