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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Frankfort public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Unified Development Code review
The city is rewriting its zoning code; the draft should go public in late April or early May with a July goal for legislative adoption.
General Obligation Bonds Series 2026B for downtown and parks
The city is moving to borrow about $12.05 million to fund downtown master plan and parks master plan projects — debt backed by the city's taxing power.
Flock automated license plate reader cameras
A resident urged the board to stop expanding, decline renewals, and remove the city's Flock surveillance cameras, citing privacy concerns and documented misuse elsewhere in Kentucky.
FY 2026-27 City Budget Revenue Appropriation
The rate drops from 19.5 to 18.8 cents per $100 of assessed value, offsetting higher property assessments so most homeowners' city tax bills should fall.
Broadway linear park and ORL grant
The board advanced a $1.25 million federal grant request for the Broadway linear park, with a ~$1.05 million local match, and discussed seeking community partners to reduce the city's share.
Flock license plate reader contract
The city will not renew its Flock camera contract after privacy concerns from residents. Commissioners said they'd reconsider if state or federal parameters are adopted.