Commissioner (at-large)· 2021-01-01 – 2026-12-31 (first took office January 1, 2021 per Ballotpedia Frankfort Kentucky; re-elected Nov. 8, 2022 and Nov. 5, 2024 per Ballotpedia certified results; commissioners serve two-year terms beginning January 1 following election per KRS § 83A.040 subsec. 4 - text read on FindLaw -; current term ends December 31, 2026; Nov. 3, 2026 election results not yet certified)
Leesa Unger
Frankfort
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Top issues during term (20)
FY 2026-27 City Budget Revenue Appropriation
Lower rate but higher assessments mean about $162,000 more total revenue for the city.
Flock license plate reader contract
The city will stop paying for the Flock system, redirecting those dollars elsewhere.
Unified Development Code review
E-911 dispatch service agreement with Franklin County
Equipment quote of $1.6–$1.7 million that could rise $300,000–$400,000 if not decided by year's end.
Flock automated license plate reader cameras
Unclear — any early contract termination or removal costs were not stated.
Flock license plate reader cameras
The contract costs about $57,000 a year, and terminating early would forfeit the remaining prepaid months.
General Obligation Bonds Series 2026B for downtown and parks
$12.05 million in new general obligation debt maturing through December 1, 2056, secured by a pledged tax.
Broadway linear park and ORL grant
Roughly $1.05 million city-side match, with hopes of shrinking it via donations and partners.
Gas franchise ordinance and fee
New 3% fee on Columbia Gas revenues flowing into the general budget.
Weekend transit gaps and Ride United program
$10,000 city grant funding the program's launch.
College Park historic designation
Surveys cost roughly $18,000, potentially offset 60% by a CLG grant; homeowners could recoup 30% of qualifying rehab costs.
New aerial ladder truck for fire protection
Final price $504,721.51, fully paid, down from a $1,607,594 contract price after discounts and credits.
$12.05 million bond issue for downtown and parks projects
$12.035 million over 30 years, paid from the insurance premium tax rather than the general fund.
East Frankfort Park community plaza and LWCF grant
$500,000 city match from insurance premium tax bond funds if fully awarded.
FY2027 employee health insurance renewal
About $296,000 more for the plan, split between the city and employees.
Neglected and abandoned properties program
Riverfront development committee
Short-term rental concentration in South Frankfort
Short-term rental rules can affect property values and neighborhood character on the affected street.
Logan and Todd streets intersection safety
Duckers townhome development on Village Drive
Construction costs and a sewer force main relocation are key factors shaping whether the project moves ahead.
Decisions during term (50)
Recorded while Unger was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Motion to not renew Flock camera contract
ORL grant application for Broadway linear park project
Rezone 207 Paul Sawyier Drive from RB to SC
Rezone 300 Paul Sawyier Drive from RB to SC
Rezone 307 Paul Sawyier Drive from RB to SC (Three Movies LLC)
Rezone 501 High Street from SG to RH (Franklin County)
Rezone 19.4 acres at 2600 Lakeview Road — tabled
Flock camera contract termination
Consent Calendar (items 1-10)
Architectural Review Board appointment — Samuel C. Devine
Frankfort Housing Authority appointment — Quentin Coleman
Ordinance No. 12, 2026 Series — pedestrian access on arterial roadways
Ordinance No. 13, 2026 Series — 2026 property tax rate
Ordinance No. 14, 2026 Series — 2027 motor vehicle tax rate
Resolution No. 16, 2026 Series — $998,894 Cleaner Water Grant (Lower PC3)
Order No. 13, 2026 Series — Parks surplus equipment
Resolution No. 17, 2026 Series — Frankfort Bird City Initiative
Resolution No. 18, 2026 Series — Bee City USA affiliate
Zone map amendment application — 772 Wilkinson Blvd.
Resolution No. 14, 2026 Series — 2027 State Revolving Loan for $2,000,000 (Mero Flood Station Renewal and Mero Sanitary Pump Station)
Voting record (35)
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ORL grant application for Broadway linear park project
terminate the Flock contract ASAP
Flock camera contract termination
Opposed to the surveillance system itself and the overwhelming community opposition