Franklin resident Krishna Prasad (KP) Somally was presented a citation from State Rep. Jeffrey N. Roy (D-Franklin) at the State House for his exemplary work in community service. Somally has devoted years to serving individuals, families, students, and seniors and has created a reputation as a dependable member of the community. As a life-long learner and mentor, his list of community service accomplishments includes homeless outreach, free public notary services, serving meals to the needy, serving as a CPR instructor and volunteering with Telugu Association of North America (TANA). Prasad has spent time on the Franklin School Committee and also founded REFRESH, a program that helps international students understand the laws and cultural differences in order to navigate life in a new country with greater confidence. Somally is also a two-time U.S. Presidential Volunteer Award recipient and has received the Boston Mayor's Award and a Boston Cares Outstanding Volunteer Award.

Congratulations and thank you to KP for all he's done for the community!