Frankfort Village Board
Frankfort Park District in Dispute with Five Oaks HOA Over Park Development Rules
The Frankfort Park District is taking legal steps to untangle itself from the development rules of the Five Oaks homeowners association, asserting that as a public body, it “cannot be dictated by the HOA” on how a park parcel within the subdivision is developed. The issue came to light during the park board’s June 10,…
Read MoreFrankfort Park District Kicks Off Busy Summer Season with Races and New Events
The Frankfort Park District is in full summer swing, with a packed schedule of programs and events that includes an expanded day camp, new community parties, and the 25th anniversary of its popular road race. During the June 10 board meeting, staff highlighted the success of recent and upcoming activities. The Recreation Team reported that…
Read MoreFrankfort Board Approves New Wendy’s on Route 30 With Numerous Modifications
A new Wendy’s restaurant is set to be built at the northwest corner of U.S. Route 30 and Frankfort Square Road after the Frankfort Village Board unanimously approved the project during its Monday night meeting. The board granted a major change to the Cappel Commons Planned Unit Development (PUD), along with special use permits for…
Read MoreHistoric Downtown Frankfort Property Granted Deck and Patio Variances
The owners of a historic mixed-use building in downtown Frankfort have received approval for six zoning variances to construct a new paver patio and a second-floor rear deck. The Frankfort Village Board unanimously approved the request for the property at 122 Kansas Street at its meeting on Monday. The applicant, Logan Plantz of 122 Kansas…
Read MoreFrankfort Approves $1.3 Million in Bills, Including Annual Insurance Payment
The Frankfort Village Board authorized over $1.3 million in payments at its meeting Monday, with nearly half of the total amount covering the village’s annual insurance premiums. Trustees unanimously approved the schedule of bills totaling $1,308,224.37. Trustee Adam Borrelli explained the composition of the substantial figure, highlighting the largest single expenditure. “About half of that…
Read MoreMeeting Briefs: Frankfort Village Board for June 2, 2025
Wendy’s Project Approved with Multiple Variances: The Village Board gave final approval for a new Wendy’s restaurant at U.S. Route 30 and Frankfort Square Road. The project required a major change to the Cappel Commons development plan and included 10 variances for items such as a larger trash enclosure, reduced setbacks, and extended drive-thru hours until…
Read MoreFrankfort Park Board Holds Closed-Door Talks on Five Oaks HOA Dispute
The Frankfort Park District Board of Commissioners entered into a closed executive session on Tuesday, May 27, to discuss pending litigation concerning the Five Oaks Park parcel, signaling a deepening dispute with the neighborhood’s homeowners association. The special meeting was convened with a single action item on the agenda: “Approve Settlement with Five Oaks HOA.”…
Read MoreFrankfort Township Approves Employee Raises, Details Major Infrastructure and Service Projects
Frankfort Township employees will receive a 2.5% cost-of-living pay increase after the Board of Trustees unanimously approved the adjustment at its Monday, May 19 meeting. The move came as Supervisor Nick George detailed a slate of significant ongoing projects, including the continuous remodeling of senior housing units, upgrades to township facilities, and plans to solicit…
Read MoreNew High-End Bar ‘Ace & Vine’ Gets Green Light from Township Board
A new bar focused on high-end liquor and an extensive wine collection is one step closer to opening in Frankfort Township after the Board of Trustees voted to recommend a special use permit for its liquor license. During its May 19 meeting, the board heard a proposal from agent Erin Gallagher on behalf of Ace…
Read MoreGolf Carts Not Permitted on Township Roads, Supervisor Clarifies
Residents hoping to drive golf carts on roads in unincorporated Frankfort Township are out of luck, as the practice is illegal under state law, Supervisor Nick George clarified at the township’s May 19 board meeting. The issue was raised during public comments by Frankfort Square resident Greg Grant, who asked the board about the process…
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