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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Frankfort public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Weekend transit gaps and Ride United program
United Way's Ride United program, backed by a $10,000 city grant, will use Lyft rides to fill gaps when buses don't run on weekends, with a 48-hour advance booking number coming.
New aerial ladder truck for fire protection
The city's new aerial ladder truck arrived at Station 3 after nearly two years, replacing a truck downtown, at a final cost of about $504,721 fully paid.
East Frankfort Park community plaza and LWCF grant
A proposed $1 million community plaza next to the new pickleball courts — restrooms, shade, game courts — funded half by a $500,000 federal grant, half by bond money. Commissioners discussed scaling it back if the grant comes in smaller.
FY2027 employee health insurance renewal
City and employee health premiums rise about 9% next year, but a new pharmacy vendor should cut generic copays from $15 to $10 and keep international sourcing for expensive drugs.
Neglected and abandoned properties program
Code enforcement ran 756 active cases this year — most started proactively, not by complaint — and three foreclosures are underway under the neglected property program.
Gas franchise ordinance and fee
Frankfort wants its first gas utility franchise — Columbia Gas would pay 3% of gross revenues annually for a 10-year franchise, with possible increases to 5%.
Riverfront development committee
A new committee with at least two elected officials will push riverfront development forward, with the order up for approval at the October voting meeting.
College Park historic designation
The city may pursue National Register status for College Park, the first Frankfort subdivision developed by Black residents (1958). It's honorary and unlocks preservation tax credits of 30% on qualifying rehab work.