

An imaginative, fair and courteous leader, August focused on protecting Franklin's soils and water quality and on keeping the community rural and beautiful. In 2002 he became Franklin's only resident inducted into the New Jersey Elected Officials Hall of Fame. From 1964-97, he sat on Franklin's Township Committee and was Mayor eleven times.

It is in Pittstown in Franklin Township in Hunterdon County New Jerseyįor over 40 years August Knispel, lifelong Franklin resident and farmer, served the Township, Hunterdon County and his dairy profession in positions of leadership. This historical marker was erected by Franklin Township, NJ. In gratitude for his lifetime of service, Franklin honors August with this straight, true, strong and steadfast stone that echoes the qualities of his character. , For over 40 years August Knispel, lifelong Franklin resident and farmer, served the Township, Hunterdon County and his dairy profession in positions of leadership.
