Frankfort public meetings in 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation of the draft Fiscal Year 2024 Audit and hold the second reading and vote on a sewer rate ordinance. The ordinance amends Chapter 52 to establish per-month sewer charges per 1,000 gallons increasing from $12.03 in 2025 to $17.46 in 2030, with annual increases thereafter. It also adjusts industrial surcharges and septic hauler fees.

• Presentation of draft FY2024 Audit by Cherry Bekaert
• Second reading and potential adoption of ordinance amending sewer rates
• Sewer rates set at $12.03/1,000 gal in 2025, rising to $17.46/1,000 gal in 2030
• Industrial cost recovery surcharge set at $0.30 per 1,000 gallons
• Septic hauler fees: $50/1,000 gal domestic, $75/1,000 gal grease, $100/1,000 gal sludge

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to hear the draft FY 2024 audit and voted unanimously to adopt Ordinance No. 26, 2024 Series, which sets sewer rates with annual increases from 2025 through 2030 and adjusts industrial and septic hauler charges. The audit was presented but not finalized.

• Adopted sewer rate ordinance with annual increases from $12.03 (2025) to $17.46 (2030) per 1,000 gallons (5-0)
• Set industrial cost recovery surcharge at $0.30 per 1,000 gallons
• Set excessive strength surcharges at $0.30/lb BOD and $0.25/lb TSS
• Set septic hauler charges at $50/1,000 gallons for domestic sewage and $75/1,000 gallons for grease
• Created new $100/1,000 gallons charge for sludge from commercial/industrial establishments
• Required Board approval for sewer rate increases of 10% or more

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners will decide on several contracts and ordinances, including a new ladder truck for the fire department, a sewer extension for Duckers Mobile Home Park, and a janitorial services contract for city facilities. The meeting also includes a second reading of an ordinance amending short-term rental regulations.

• Award janitorial services contract to EcoBrite Services, LLC for $9,438.03/month (315 W 2nd St, 300 W 2nd St, 314 W 2nd St, 800 Louisville Rd)
• Approve $1,607,594 ladder truck purchase from Sutphen (600 W 2nd St)
• Authorize sewer extension contract with Duckers MHP, Inc. for Duckers Mobile Home Park
• Second reading of ordinance amending short-term rental zoning regulations
• Approve $92,687.50 AFG grant application for fire department equipment

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a consent agenda including a janitorial services contract, a solid waste hauling contract, a new fire truck purchase, a sewer extension, and a grant application. They also adopted ordinances on short-term rentals, the city flag, salary schedules, and $8.18M in bonds, plus resolutions for a parks equipment surplus and a meeting center RFP. All votes were 5-0.

• Adopted short-term rental ordinance (5-0)
• Approved $1.6M fire truck purchase from Sutphen (5-0)
• Awarded janitorial contract to EcoBrite (5-0)
• Awarded solid waste contract to Republic Services (5-0)
• Authorized $8.18M general obligation bonds (5-0)
• Approved sewer extension with Duckers MHP (5-0)
• Adopted flag and salary schedule ordinances (5-0)
• Approved RFP for meeting and event center (5-0)

Board of Ethics

The Frankfort Board of Ethics will hold a special meeting via video conference to approve minutes from its November 13 meeting and to adopt written findings from a preliminary inquiry conducted under City Ordinance Section 39.17. The board may also enter closed session for deliberations on individual adjudications.

• Adopt written findings pertaining to a preliminary inquiry (City Ordinance 39.17)
• Approve minutes of the November 13, 2024 special meeting
• Possible closed session under KRS 61.810(1)(j) for quasi-judicial deliberations
• Meeting conducted via GoToMeeting with public viewing at City Hall Commission Chamber

Human Rights Commission

The Frankfort Human Rights Commission is meeting for general business, including approving past minutes, receiving officer and committee reports, and discussing old and new business. No specific substantive items or public hearings are listed on the agenda. Action will be taken.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider an Interlocal Agreement Establishing a Regional Industrial Development Authority. Action may be taken on the proposal.

• Interlocal Agreement Establishing a Regional Industrial Development Authority

Architectural Review Board

The Frankfort Architectural Review Board will hold a regular meeting to consider five new-business items: two conditional-use permits and three certificates of appropriateness. The board will also hear a chairperson report, staff updates, and citizen comments.

• Conditional Use Permit for a Bed & Breakfast Home at 511-513 Capital Avenue
• Certificate of Appropriateness for vinyl windows at 710 Woodland Avenue
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a two-story rear addition at 304 Wilkinson Street
• Conditional Use Permit for a Non-Owner-Occupied Short-Term Rental at 304 Wilkinson Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness to enlarge window and install French doors at 522 Steele Street

Board of Commissioners

At this combined work session and regular meeting, the Board will discuss sewer rates and a sewer extension contract, and vote on first readings of ordinances including short-term rental regulations and an $8.18M general obligation bond for streetscape improvements. Consent items include a $286,920 engineering contract and right-of-way purchases for the Westridge Road extension project.

• Sewer rate presentation by Kenny Hogsten
• Professional services contract with QK4 for $286,920 for sewer projects
• Right-of-way purchases for Westridge Rd/Vandalay Dr project: Parcel 4 for $86,718.58 and Parcel 5T for $22,900.23
• First reading of ordinance establishing short-term rental regulations, including a $250 annual fee and caps on non-owner occupied units
• First reading of ordinance authorizing up to $8.18M in general obligation bonds for roadway and streetscape improvements

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing to consider adoption of the new Comprehensive Plan, after a previous 4-3 vote failed to secure a majority of the full commission. A public hearing is also scheduled for a zone map amendment from Benson Bluff LLC to rezone 203 Rouse Avenue from Commercial Industrial (IC) to General Industrial (IG). New business includes an amended sign package for First Watch at 200 Limestone Drive and a modification of subdivision standards for Tierney Storage LLC.

• Continuation of public hearing on adoption of the new Comprehensive Plan (previously voted 4-3).
• Public hearing: Benson Bluff LLC requests rezoning 203 Rouse Avenue from IC to IG.
• Amended sign package plan for First Watch restaurant at 200 Limestone Drive.
• Modification of subdivision standards for Tierney Storage LLC (PVA #087-00-00-035.14).
• Approval of bills including $1,500 legal fee and $325 legal ads.

Board of Ethics

The Frankfort Board of Ethics is meeting to conduct a confidential preliminary inquiry per City Ordinance Section 39.17. The board may enter closed session to discuss matters that could lead to employee discipline or quasi-judicial deliberations. Possible action on the inquiry may be taken in open session after the closed portion.

• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2024
• Closed session for confidential preliminary inquiry under ethics code
• Possible action on the preliminary inquiry in open session

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent calendar that includes several sewer infrastructure contracts, grant applications, and police department promotions. Notable actions include approving a $54,500 contract for easement acquisition, a $25,300 amendment for pump station design, a $79,950 contract for SCADA upgrades, purchasing gearboxes for $52,021, renewing a grant-writing contract for $90,000, and submitting applications for a $500,000 Brownfield Assessment Grant and a $200,000 Quick Response Team Grant. Additionally, four police officers are being promoted.

• Police promotions: Todd Smither and David Ingle to Lieutenant, Scott Tracy to Assistant Police Chief, Shane Music to Captain
• Sewer extension contract with Haddix Construction for Copperleaf Subdivision (496 ft of pipe, six manholes)
• Professional services contract with OHM Advisors for easement acquisition for Prevention Park project ($54,500)
• Purchase of two direct-drive gearbox systems for oxidation ditches from Crush Bearings & Drives ($52,021)
• Renewal of grant-writing contract with Sustainable Strategies DC ($90,000 for 12 months)

Board of Ethics

The Frankfort Board of Ethics will meet on October 17, 2024, to discuss and approve minutes from prior meetings and approve a new Statement of Financial Interests. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy items or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from May 30, 2024 and June 5, 2024
• Approval of new Statement of Financial Interests

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several tax rate ordinances for 2024 and 2025. The meeting includes discussions on cannabis ordinances, short-term rentals, and abandoned properties, alongside several infrastructure contract approvals.

• Proposed $9,299,347.00 construction contract with Basham Construction for Home Depot & Poplar Creek Pump Station
• Proposed 2024 ad valorem tax rate of 19.7 cents per $100 valuation
• Proposed 2025 motor vehicle tax rate of 22.7 cents per $100 valuation
• Contract amendment of $227,889.00 for Cornerstone Engineering for McClure Building sidewalk repairs
• Funding application to KYTC for resurfacing Schenkel Lane, Kings Daughters Drive, Hiawatha Trail, and C. Michael Davenport Boulevard

Human Rights Commission

The Frankfort Human Rights Commission will meet on October 1, 2024, to discuss general business, including approval of past minutes, a Fairness Officer report, committee reports, old and new business, and upcoming events. The meeting is primarily procedural with no specific legislative or financial actions noted.

• Approval of past minutes
• Fairness Officer Report
• Committee Reports
• Discussion of old and new business
• Confirmation of next meeting on December 3, 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners will hold second readings on several ordinances, including rezoning two properties on Taylor Avenue from Two Family District to Limited Commercial District, adopting design guidelines for the Special Capital District, and prohibiting the sale of dogs and cats by retail pet stores. The consent calendar includes approval of a $15.15 million grant application for the High/Holmes Streets Corridor Phase 2 project, a $73,795 service truck body purchase, and a $40,073 engine replacement for a garbage truck, as well as a new contract with the Franklin County Humane Society and a lease for a future farmers' market site.

• Second reading to rezone 604 and 612 Taylor Avenue from Two Family District to Limited Commercial District
• Second reading to prohibit retail pet store sales of dogs and cats with a $500 fine per violation
• Consent item: application for $7,575,000 USDOT grant for High/Holmes Streets Corridor Phase 2 reconstruction
• Consent item: $73,795 purchase of a service truck body for Public Works
• Consent item: $40,073.87 engine replacement for garbage truck #53

Architectural Review Board

The board will decide on a conditional use permit for Sarah Begin to operate a specialty retail store at 511 W. Broadway. They will also consider certificates of appropriateness for solar panel installation at 201 Logan Street and a parking pad at 511 Marshall Court. Staff updates and citizen comments are also on the agenda.

• Conditional use permit for specialty retail at 511 W. Broadway (Sarah Begin)
• Certificate of appropriateness for solar panels at 201 Logan Street (Pure Power Solar, LLC for Goebeler)
• Certificate of appropriateness for parking pad at 511 Marshall Court (Tom & Jill Midkiff)
• Administrative approvals for 8 no-exterior-effect projects including 407 W. Campbell fence, 418 Capital Ave. wall repair, 229 Shelby St. garage repair, 412 Logan St. exterior repairs, 509 Marshall Ct. fence, 315 St. Clair window replacement, 206 W. Main change of use
• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2024 meeting

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will review a request for a fence height variance in the city and three conditional use permits for the county. These include proposals for a campground and two short-term rentals.

• Fence height variance request for 602 Kentucky Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for a campground at 1198 Manley-Leestown
• Conditional Use Permit for a short-term rental at 534 Devils Hollow Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a short-term rental at 321 Secretariat Way

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss property and park tax rates and a traffic calming policy. The body is also reviewing grant applications for a fire training tower and energy efficiency improvements for disadvantaged community tracts.

• Partnership Agreement with Bluegrass Community Action Partnership for an EPA Community Change grant up to $20M
• Authorization to apply for a $140,000 Kentucky Fire Commission Training Facility Grant for a drill tower
• Four resolutions for the KY Waters Funding Program regarding Lower Prevention Park, Signal Ridge, Willow Pump Station, and Emerging Contaminants
• Discussion of Real and Personal Property Tax Rate and Parks Rates
• Executive session to discuss candidates for the Chief of Police position

Planning Commission

The Frankfort-Franklin County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to take public input and consider adopting the new Comprehensive Plan. The 171-page document replaces the previous plan adopted in 2001 and last updated in 2016, and was developed over two years with extensive community engagement. The plan outlines a 20-year vision with themes including land use, transportation, natural resources, and identity.

• Public hearing to consider adoption of the new Comprehensive Plan (171-page document)
• Plan replaces the 2001 Comprehensive Plan (last updated 2016)
• Plan covers themes: Identity & Character, Natural Resources, Transportation & Infrastructure, Land Use, and Implementation
• Developed through two-year process with over 900 public responses, 11 public meetings, and 25 advisory committee meetings

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for Chief of Police. A portion of the meeting may be closed under state personnel law. After the executive session, the board may return to open session and take action on hiring.

• Executive session per KRS 61.810(1)(f) for candidate interviews
• Possible vote on hiring a Chief of Police in open session

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to interview and discuss candidates for the Chief of Police position. The board voted unanimously to enter closed session for personnel discussions, then returned to open session and adjourned without taking any public action on the appointment.

• Entered executive session to interview police chief candidates (voice vote)
• Returned to open session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the position of Chief of Police. The meeting will include a closed executive session per KRS 61.810(1)(f) for personnel discussions, followed by a return to open session where action may be taken regarding the hiring.

• Executive session to interview candidates for Chief of Police under KRS 61.810(1)(f)
• Possible vote on hiring a Chief of Police in open session
• Special meeting called by Mayor Layne Wilkerson

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to interview and discuss candidates for the Chief of Police position. The board voted to enter executive session for personnel discussions and later returned to open session, but no appointment or other action was taken. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Entered executive session to interview police chief candidates (voice vote)
• Returned to open session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will recognize retiring Police Officer Tom Schmidt, hear a presentation from The Grand Theatre, and consider a consent calendar that includes purchasing several vehicles, extending an odor control contract, amending the MS4 agreement, awarding a janitorial contract, and authorizing golf cart purchases. All consent items are recommended for approval.

• Recognition of Police Officer Tom Schmidt retiring after 24 years of service
• Presentation by The Grand Theatre on fiscal year update and future plans
• Purchase of Ford F-550 chassis for garage service truck ($68,413)
• Purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 with crane for Sewer Department ($182,335.04)
• Contract extension with Aulick Chemical Solutions for odor control services (third renewal, price increase to $2.60/gallon)

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including purchases of a Ford F-550 service truck, three Chevrolet Silverado trucks for the Sewer Department, a contract extension for odor control, a janitorial services contract, golf carts for Juniper Hill, and other items. They also adopted a salary ordinance with a 3.5% cost of living increase and new job titles, and approved resolutions for the Versailles Road Corridor project and the High/Holmes Streets grant application. A motion to suspend expenses on the Broadway Bridge failed.

• Approved consent agenda including $68,413 Ford F-550 service truck, $182,335 Silverado 5500, two $59,445 Silverado 2500s, odor control contract extension, $34,611.75 Stantec MS4 amendment, $1,968/month janitorial contract, $200,000 golf cart purchase, $84,900 SCBA package, and personnel items (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 13, 2023 Series amending salary schedules with 3.5% COLA and new job titles (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 10, 2024 Series approving $124,926 Qk4 professional services agreement for Versailles Road Corridor (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 11, 2024 Series approving High/Holmes Streets RCP grant application with $7,575,000 federal request and $7,575,000 match (5-0)
• Reappointed Chuck Geveden to Board of Park Commissioners (5-0)
• Appointed Jeremy S. Richerson to Board of Zoning Adjustment (5-0)
• Removed Holmes Street lease item for update (voice vote)
• Motion to suspend Broadway Bridge expenses failed (2-2, Commissioner Unger recused)

Architectural Review Board

The Frankfort Architectural Review Board will meet on August 20, 2024, to consider three new business items: a Certificate of Appropriateness for a columbarium and garden enhancements at Church of the Ascension (311 Washington St.), a Conditional Use Permit for a short-term rental at 324 W. Main St., and a Certificate of Appropriateness for a hanging sign at 202 W. Main St. The board will also review administrative approvals for various properties and approve minutes from the July 16 meeting.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for a columbarium and garden enhancements at 311 Washington Street (Church of the Ascension)
• Conditional Use Permit for a short-term rental at 324 W. Main Street (ABS Properties, LLC)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a hanging sign at 202 W. Main Street (M & M Real Estate Ventures LLC)
• Administrative approvals for window repair, roof replacement, and other minor work at six properties

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners holds a work session to discuss and potentially approve several items. Key actions include a $100,000 NEA Our Town grant application for a 2026 concert, a contract with ConsultEcon for a convention center study, and a first reading of a salary ordinance. Discussion items cover short-term rental regulations, sports associations, and an ordinance on selling dogs and cats. Staff also provide updates on the Clinton Street Transit Center and Broadway Bridge.

• $100,000 NEA Our Town grant for a July 4, 2026 concert with Lexington Philharmonic at Ward Oates and Liberty Hall; requires $50,000 local match
• Professional services contract with ConsultEcon to update a 2018 market study and assist with RFP for a new convention/conference center
• First reading of ordinance amending salary schedules with 3.5% COLA, new job titles, and pay band adjustments
• Discussion of potential ordinance regulating short-term rentals
• Discussion of ordinance regarding the selling of dogs and cats

The Board of Commissioners approved submitting a $100,000 NEA Our Town Grant application for a 2026 concert and approved a professional services contract with ConsultEcon for convention center consulting. They also discussed a draft ordinance to restrict pet store dog/cat sales and heard updates on the Transit Center and Broadway Bridge.

• Approved NEA Our Town Grant application for $100,000 (5-0)
• Approved ConsultEcon contract for convention center consulting (5-0)
• Approved Steve Watson attending State inspection of Transit Center (5-0)
• Moved to executive session for litigation discussion (voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider the adoption of the new Comprehensive Plan and review several zoning map amendments. The body will also discuss modification of standards for properties in the city and county.

• Public hearing for adoption of the new Comprehensive Plan
• Zone map amendment request for 1501-1507 Twilight Trail from Industrial Commercial to Rural Limited Commercial
• Zone map amendment request for 827 Cardwell Lane from Rural Residential B to Rural Low Density Multifamily
• Modification of standards request for 120 Fortune Drive regarding design and parking
• Payment of bills including $3,000.00 for Ed Logan and $1,171.80 for Planetizen Courses

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss general business. The agenda consists of procedural items, including reports from the Fairness Officer and various committees.

• Fairness Officer Report
• Committee Reports
• Discussion of old and new business

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a consent calendar that includes a professional services contract with QK4, Inc. for design of a gravity sewer tunnel and replacement at Signal Ridge, responding to a cliff failure that endangered the existing sewer. Other consent items cover purchases of multiple police vehicles, a garbage truck, a vacuum truck, and an application for an NEA arts grant. The meeting also features retirements from the police and fire departments and routine personnel actions.

• Professional services contract with QK4, Inc. for $277,850 to design Signal Ridge Gravity Sewer Tunnel and Sewer Replacement
• Purchase of a rear loader garbage truck from Municipal Equipment Inc. for $262,292.56
• Purchase of a vacuum truck from Brown Equipment Company for $551,994.59 ($531,994.59 with trade-in)
• Purchase of five 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility patrol vehicles totaling $326,889.60
• Application for a 2024 NEA Grants for Arts grant of $174,000 for murals and sculptures downtown

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included purchases of a rear loader garbage truck, a vacuum truck, five police patrol vehicles, two Ford Escapes, and a K-9 patrol vehicle, along with a professional services contract for sewer design. They also adopted a pavement management plan, approved the original design for Fire Station One, and appointed Derrick Napier as interim Police Chief. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda including vehicle purchases and sewer design contract (5-0)
• Adopted Pavement Management Plan (Order No. 11, 2024 Series) (5-0)
• Approved original design for Fire Station One without corner addition (5-0)
• Appointed Derrick Napier as interim Police Chief effective 8/1/24 (Order No. 12, 2024 Series) (5-0)
• Reappointed Steve Pewitt to Board of Park Commissioners (5-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Frankfort Architectural Review Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for five proposed signs for the Delegate Hotel/Cypress & Oak at 106 E. Broadway Street. The board will also hear a chairperson report on administrative approvals granted between June 11 and July 8, staff updates, and citizen comments. The meeting begins with roll call and approval of the June 18, 2024 minutes.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for five signs for Delegate Hotel/Cypress & Oak at 106 E. Broadway Street (PVA Map 061-42-11-023.00)
• Chairperson report on administrative approvals granted June 11–July 8 (properties: 519 Ann, 319 Ewing, 415 Shelby, 509 Logan, 218 W. Campbell, 206 E. Todd)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider approving the goals and policies for the community’s Comprehensive Plan rewrite. They will also vote on an agreement with the YMCA of Central Kentucky to use Harrod Field in Capitol View Park for youth soccer. Discussion items include a pavement management plan and Fire Station One.

• Approval of Comprehensive Plan Goals & Policies
• Memorandum of Agreement with YMCA of Central Kentucky for Harrod Field
• Four hours paid blood donation leave for full-time city employees
• Discussion of Pavement Management Plan
• Discussion of Fire Station One

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing proposed text amendments to City and County zoning ordinances. The commission also held public hearings for rezoning requests on Taylor Avenue and Hawkeegan Drive.

• Rezoning 604 and 612 Taylor Avenue from RD to CL
• Creation of a Rural Heritage Mixed Use District (HD)
• New design guidelines for the Special Capital (SC) District
• Rezoning 110 and 112 Hawkeegan Drive from RR to RB
• Modification of standards for garage construction on Fields Avenue

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a special meeting via video teleconference. The session includes a second reading of an ordinance to appropriate revenue for the City of Frankfort for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

• Second reading of an ordinance appropriating revenue for Fiscal Year 2024-2025

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution for a $19,725,000 loan for the Sewer East Frankfort Interceptor Project. The agenda also includes an ordinance to make part of Hawkins Drive a one-way street and a $914,004 agreement amendment for the Holmes Street Corridor project. Additionally, the Board will review transit service contracts and personnel actions.

• Ordinance making Hawkins Drive from West Second Street to Taylor Avenue a one-way street
• $19,725,000 loan resolution for the Sewer East Frankfort Interceptor Project
• $914,004 agreement amendment with Strand Associates for Holmes Street Corridor project
• Contract renewal with BGCAP for Non-Emergency Medical Transport services
• Declaration of a 2006 Chevrolet 3500 Van as surplus property for auction

Architectural Review Board

The Frankfort Architectural Review Board will consider requests for certificates of appropriateness at 442 Stanley Street and 309 Steele Street. The board will also review documentation regarding the nomination of the Capital Plaza Hotel to the National Register of Historic Places.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for window and door replacements at 442 Stanley Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for porch expansion at 309 Steele Street
• Review of Capital Plaza Hotel nomination to the National Register of Historic Places

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a possible override of the Planning Commission's recommendation regarding several properties on Taylor Avenue. The discussion involves rezoning specific lots from Two Family District to Limited Commercial District. Action will be taken during this special meeting.

• Rezoning 619 and 625-627 Taylor Avenue from RD to CL
• Rezoning 608 Taylor Avenue from RD to CL

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2024/2025 budget and short-term rentals. The board is also considering an application for a federal grant to fund a new police officer position. Additionally, officials will vote on rezoning properties on Taylor Avenue.

• COPS Hiring Grant application for one Community Policing officer ($125,000 over three years)
• Rezoning 619 and 625-627 Taylor Avenue from RD to CL
• Rezoning 608 Taylor Avenue from RD to CL
• Ordinance amending FY 2023-2024 revenue appropriations

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will meet to deliberate on adopting and issuing a written advisory opinion pursuant to City Ordinance Section 39.21. The board may enter a closed session for individual adjudications.

• Adoption and issuance of a written advisory opinion pursuant to City Ordinance Section 39.21

Human Rights Commission

The meeting agenda consists of procedural items and general business discussions. The session includes a report from the Fairness Officer and various committee reports.

• Fairness Officer Report
• Committee Reports

Board of Ethics

The Frankfort Board of Ethics is holding a special meeting to approve revised Statements of Financial Interests and minutes, and to deliberate on and potentially issue a written advisory opinion under City Ordinance Section 39.21. The board may enter closed session for deliberations on individual adjudications, with possible action taken in open session.

• Approval of minutes for April 18, 2024
• Approval of revised Statements of Financial Interests
• Deliberations on a written advisory opinion under City Ordinance Section 39.21
• Possible closed session per KRS 61.810(1)(j) for quasi-judicial deliberations

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget. Action may be taken on the budget during this session.

• Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget discussion
• Special meeting called by Mayor Layne Wilkerson
• Meeting held at City Hall, 315 West Second Street

Architectural Review Board

The Frankfort Architectural Review Board will evaluate exterior modifications against local historic preservation standards during its May 21 meeting. Upcoming items include a conditional use permit and design approval for an office expansion at the Republican State Central Committee headquarters, a request to alter a rear porch at 105 Watson Court, and a board recommendation on nominating Green Hill Cemetery to the National Register of Historic Places. These reviews determine whether proposed changes comply with preservation guidelines for properties in designated historic districts. The agenda also covers routine administrative approvals and citizen comments.

• Conditional use permit and Certificate of Appropriateness for an office expansion at 105 W. Third Street to 109–113 W. Third Street on behalf of the Republican State Central Committee of Kentucky Headquarters Trust
• Certificate of Appropriateness request by Nicole Konkol for rear porch alterations at 105 Watson Court (PVA Map No. 061-24-09-003.00)
• Board review and eligibility recommendation for nominating Green Hill Cemetery to the National Register of Historic Places
• Administrative approvals for minor exterior work, including roof replacements at 113–115 Mero Street and window restoration at 407 Wapping Street

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, with action items including second readings of two ordinances to rezone properties on Taylor Avenue from Two Family District to Limited Commercial District, and a first reading to make Hawkins Drive one-way. The consent calendar includes approvals for a right-of-way purchase, EV charging station conversion, a dump truck purchase, and several other contracts. The board will also consider rejecting all bids for the Parcel A convention center RFP and applying for a $20 million EPA community change grant.

• Rezoning 619, 625-627 Taylor Ave from RD to CL (second reading)
• Rezoning 608 Taylor Ave from RD to CL (second reading)
• Hawkins Drive one-way ordinance (first reading)
• Reject all Parcel A RFP bids for convention center
• Apply for $20M EPA Community Change grant for solar project

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Frankfort/Franklin County Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on May 14, 2024, to consider two conditional use permits: one to convert a fire-damaged single-family home at 131 Elizabeth Street into a duplex, and another to allow a childcare center at 1 Hudson Hollow Road. A fencing variance request for 209 Joshua Court was pulled from the agenda. The board will also approve minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit for duplex at 131 Elizabeth St (PVA 085-21-06-016.00), applicant Joseph Cox of Alliance Roofing and Contracting
• Conditional Use Permit for childcare center at 1 Hudson Hollow Rd (PVA 049-00-00-031.04), applicant Rainbow Childcare Center LLC
• Fencing height variance for 209 Joshua Court (PVA 073-40-02-037.34) — pulled from agenda
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to hear staff reports and discuss several items, including an update on the Parcel "A" RFP, the cost of public EV charging stations, and the Riverview Dock. Discussion items include updates from YesArts and the CARES Coalition, a proposed Styrofoam and plastic ban, and Comp Plan goals and policies. The board will also consider an action item to certify an emergency for procurement purposes at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. The meeting may be held via video teleconference, and an executive session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation regarding a construction dispute.

• Parcel "A" RFP update
• Public EV charging station use and cost update
• Riverview Dock update
• Styrofoam and plastic ban discussion
• Emergency procurement order for Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) sewer

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a Comprehensive Plan update and hold public hearings regarding a new Rural Heritage Mixed Use District and three specific land-use requests. The body will also review several payment requests for legal and advertising services.

• Proposed text amendment to establish §155.151 Rural Heritage Mixed Use District (HD)
• Zone map amendment request from RD to CL for 604 Taylor Avenue
• Zone map amendment request from RD to CL for 612 Taylor Avenue
• Development Plan request for a restaurant at 103 Brighton Park Blvd
• Payment of bills including Ed Logan ($1,500.00) and HMB ($3,032.50)

Human Rights Commission

The Frankfort Human Rights Commission will meet on May 7, 2024, to approve minutes, hear reports from its Fairness Officer and committees, and address old and new business. This agenda is procedural boilerplate that lists standard commission tasks but provides no details on specific actions, contracts, or ordinances scheduled for this meeting. Residents may attend at the Municipal Building or via Zoom.

• No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezoning items are detailed on this agenda

Zoning Update Committee

The Zoning Update Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss updates to the Special Capital Zoning District Design Guidelines, including partial drafts, and to consider amending the zoning ordinance to allow an alternative regulation for zoning map amendments under KRS 100.2111. The agenda also includes citizen comments. The meeting is for discussion only; no final decisions are listed.

• Discussion of update to Special Capital Zoning District Design Guidelines
• Discussion of amending zoning ordinance for alternative regulation for zoning map amendment process per KRS 100.2111
• Citizen comments

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on April 22, 2024, with action items including second readings of ordinances to amend the Entertainment Destination Center boundaries and employment/discipline procedures, plus first readings of two Taylor Avenue rezonings from Two Family to Limited Commercial. The board will also consider several consent calendar items, including a $40,000 PVA payment, a budget amendment for a Stryker stretcher, a $46,730 truck purchase, and grant applications for a drone, police wellness, and transportation projects.

• Second reading: ordinance to include western boundary of South River EDC at Second Street and Taylor Avenue
• Second reading: ordinance clarifying City Manager disciplinary authority and employee appeal process
• First reading: rezone 619 and 625-627 Taylor Avenue from RD to CL
• First reading: rezone 608 Taylor Avenue from RD to CL
• Approve $40,000 payment to Franklin County PVA for 2023 tax roll

Board of Ethics

The Frankfort Board of Ethics is meeting via video teleconference to discuss and approve Statements of Financial Interests, approve the minutes from its January 18, 2024 meeting, and conduct general business. All items on the agenda may be acted upon. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes for January 18, 2024
• Approval of Statements of Financial Interests
• New Business
• Meeting held via GoToMeeting video teleconference

Architectural Review Board

The Frankfort Architectural Review Board will meet on April 16, 2024, to consider several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. These include window replacements at 214 E. Campbell Street and a new storefront system at 214 W. Main Street. The board will also review a request for a rear addition at 211 E. Campbell Street.

• Window replacement at 214 E. Campbell Street
• Rear addition at 211 E. Campbell Street
• Storefront system replacement at 214 W. Main Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will continue public hearings on the Comprehensive Plan's Goals and Policies and two zoning amendments for KT Holdings, LLC. The body will also consider development plans for a restaurant, bank, and car wash.

• Public hearing on adoption of Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies
• Zone map amendment for 50.597 acres at 850 Hickman Hill Road from Rural Residential 'A' to Agricultural
• Zone map amendment for 4.576 acres at 850 Hickman Hill Road from Rural Residential 'A' to Rural Residential
• Development plan for restaurant and bank at 1301 US HWY 127 South
• Final development plan for car wash at 452 Versailles Road

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will consider a request for a building setback variance to allow a detached garage at 6 Richardson Court. The agenda also includes requests for conditional use permits to operate short-term rentals at 813 Hanly Lane and a campground at 249 and 267 Strohmeier Road.

• Variance request: building setback for a detached garage at 6 Richardson Court
• Conditional Use Permit: short-term rental operation at 813 Hanly Lane
• Conditional Use Permit: campground operation at 249 and 267 Strohmeier Road

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing grant applications for a fire safety training trailer, a new hazmat truck and trailer, and a police mobile command center. They will also discuss the comprehensive plan, a new fire station, and ordinance changes.

• FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant for a Lion 27' Smart Fire Safety Training Trailer, total $266,545.00, with a 5% match of $13,327.25
• KOHS grant for a new hazmat truck and trailer, estimated $300,000.00, with $1,000.00 annual maintenance
• KOHS grant for a Police Mobile Command Center, not to exceed $500,000.00
• Discussion: Comp Plan, New Fire Station, Board of Commissioners Playbook Ordinance, and amended orders for contracts and grant applications

Human Rights Commission

The Frankfort Human Rights Commission will meet to approve minutes, review reports, and address general business. The agenda contains only standard procedural items with no specific policy changes, contracts, or public hearings scheduled.

• Approve past meeting minutes
• Review Fairness Officer and Committee Reports
• Address old and new business
• Confirm next meeting for May 7, 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners will consider a consent calendar with several contracts and purchases, including a five-year lease for 52 police mobile data computers totaling $223,236, a $42,476 police vehicle purchase, and an audit fee increase from $43K to $48K. They will also vote on six special event agreements, a $31,500 storage facility construction, and sewer-related contracts. Action items include second readings of ordinances on flood damage prevention, budget amendments, and meeting schedule changes, plus a first reading on Entertainment Destination Center boundaries.

• Lease 52 Panasonic FZ-55 computers for police, $223,236 over 5 years
• Purchase 2024 Honda Odyssey for police, $42,476
• Increase audit fee from $43K to $48K with Cherry Bekaert
• Approve 6 special event MOUs including Bourbon on the Banks
• Adopt ordinance adding $5,265,000 to Transit Center Fund

Architectural Review Board

The Frankfort Architectural Review Board will consider two conditional use permit applications from 3 Feathers KY LLC. These requests involve operating short-term rentals at properties located at 113-115 and 117-119 Mero Street.

• Conditional Use Permit for short-term rental at 113-115 Mero Street
• Conditional Use Permit for short-term rental at 117-119 Mero Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held several public hearings regarding zone map amendments for various properties. The body also discussed the ongoing Comprehensive Plan update and addressed a request for a subdivision modification at 452 Versailles Road.

• Public hearing for Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies adoption
• Zone map amendment for 608 Taylor Avenue from RD to CL
• Zone map amendment for 619.5 and 625/627 Taylor Avenue from RD to CL
• Zone map amendment for 850 Hickman Hill Road (two requests) from RA to AG and RR
• Subdivision modification request for 452 Versailles Road

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a $9.85 million grant application for the Singing Bridge rehabilitation project. The board will also consider appointments to the Architectural Review Board and receive updates on local foods, a flag initiative, and a buffalo run project. Action may be taken on agenda items.

• Approve $9,850,000 grant application for Singing Bridge rehabilitation (80% federal, 20% local-state share)
• Appoint Patti Cross to Architectural Review Board (term expiring 9-12-24)
• Appoint Lori Macintire to Architectural Review Board (term expiring 9-12-26)
• Discussion: Local Foods Grant Presentation by Kara Keeton
• Discussion: Events Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) by Blair Hecker

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several items including grant applications for historic preservation and fire equipment, as well as multiple service contracts for police, parks, and public works. Discussion includes infrastructure improvements for sewer systems and landscaping maintenance for the downtown area.

• $10,800 CLG Grant application for Montrose Park historic survey
• Police uniform contract award to Freedom Tactical
• Purchase of one 2024 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicle
• Award of towing contract to Carey's Towing
• $86,682 downtown landscaping maintenance contract with Inside Out Design

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting for a strategic planning retreat. They will discuss policies, procedures, code of conduct, and goals for the board, and may take action. The meeting is also available via video conference and Facebook Live.

• Discussion of policies, procedures, and code of conduct led by Andrew Hartley and Jason Monroe
• Strategic planning session with Penny Peavler on areas of focus and top-line strategies
• Special meeting held at Capital City Museum Library, 325 Ann Street
• Video teleconference participation allowed per KRS 61.826

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will elect officers and adopt its 2024 work plan and meeting calendar. The board will also consider a resolution to support a grant application for a survey of approximately 60 properties in Montrose Park. Additionally, several property owners have requested approvals for exterior modifications.

• Resolution to support a grant for a survey of Montrose Park
• Request for copper gutters at 212 Washington Street
• Request for a driveway and detached garage at 104 Wilkinson Street
• Request for a projecting sign at 232 W. Main Street
• Presentation on the Capital Plaza Hotel historic nomination

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Frankfort/Franklin County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a regular meeting on February 13, 2024, to consider three new business items: a variance to reduce a residential setback from 80 to 25 feet, a conditional use permit for a short-term rental, and a conditional use permit for a home daycare. The board will also review and possibly approve the 2024 meeting calendar. The agenda includes only these items and standard procedural matters.

• Variance to reduce setback from 80 to 25 feet at 209 Devils Hollow Road (John Fint)
• Conditional Use Permit for short-term rental at 2065 Mount Zion Road (Brooklyn and Melissa Gowen)
• Conditional Use Permit for home daycare at 567 Hopi Trail (Melissa Clatos)
• Review and possible approval of 2024 BZA meeting calendar

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting in lieu of a routine work session. The agenda includes staff reports on environmental and public works programs, as well as presentations regarding regional marketing and a DEI audit.

• Environmental Ambassador Program staff report
• Public Safety and Public Works and Infrastructure Committee proposal
• Additional funding request for DBL
• Commerce Lex Regional Marketing Plan presentation
• Executive session regarding Fire Chief position candidates

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss general business. The agenda includes reports from the Fairness Officer and various committees.

• Fairness Officer Report
• Committee Reports
• Approval of past minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to hear a staff presentation on Downtown Parks and Master Plan Project priorities. The meeting may include discussion and action on the topic. It will be held in person and via video teleconference, and broadcast on Facebook Live.

• Staff presentation on Downtown Parks and Master Plan Project priorities
• Special meeting called by Mayor Layne Wilkerson
• Meeting held at City Hall, 315 West Second Street, Frankfort, KY

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a special work session to discuss board training, the 2024 work plan, and the Certified Local Government annual report. The meeting is for discussion purposes; no public comment is scheduled.

• Board Member Education and Training regarding design review and historic districts
• Development of the Draft 2024 Work Plan and subcommittee assignments
• Review of Certified Local Government Grant Application staff recommendation
• Review of 2023 Historic Preservation accomplishments
• Discussion of the Board's role in National Register of Historic Places designations

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners will consider a consent calendar with multiple contracts and agreements, including E911 services, sewer construction amendments, and a new fire science program with Franklin County CTC. The meeting is a video teleconference with the primary location at City Hall.

• RAVE Mobile Safety contract: $21,950/year plus $2,500 setup for emergency mass notification and Smart911
• RCS Communications 911 service renewal: $26,863.32 for one year
• Amendment #1 to Lagco sewer contract: reduce by $171,832.78, extend time by 72 days
• HMB Professional Services Amendment No. 3: $133,000 for Old Lawrenceburg Pump Station design
• Purchase of 500 96-gallon trash/recycle carts: $31,215 from Rehrig Pacific

Board of Ethics

The City of Frankfort Board of Ethics will meet via video teleconference to elect a chair, approve new Statements of Financial Interests, and approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda also includes general business items, with all items subject to action.

• Election of chair
• Approval of minutes for 10/19/23, 11/1/23, and 11/15/23
• Approval of new Statements of Financial Interests
• New business

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to elect officers and adopt the 2024 meeting calendar. The board will also consider a request to install a copper half-round gutter on a historic property.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request: Install copper half-round gutter at 212 Washington Street
• Election of Board Officers
• Adoption of the 2024 ARB Meeting Calendar

Planning Commission

The Frankfort/Franklin County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the draft Goals and Policies for the Comprehensive Plan rewrite, which outline the vision for growth, housing, transportation, and resource protection. The commission will also vote on the 2024 meeting calendar, accept the 2023 audit, and continue a public hearing on a zone change request for 1120 Duckers Road. Two new zone change requests are also scheduled for public hearings.

• Public hearing on adoption of Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies (draft 11.15.23)
• Continued public hearing: zone map amendment from Rural Residential to Limited Commercial for 1.504 acres at 1120 Duckers Road
• Public hearing: zone map amendment from General Industrial to Highway Commercial for 2.36 acres at 2311 Lawrenceburg Road
• Approval of payments totaling $48,140.59, including $25,262.39 to McBride Dale Clarion and $4,000 audit fee to Charles T Mitchell Co.
• Adoption of 2024 Planning Commission meeting calendar

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Frankfort/Franklin County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a regular meeting on January 9, 2024, to consider five items: a manufactured home placement, two building setback variances, and two conditional use permits for short-term rentals. The agenda also includes approval of the November 14, 2023 minutes. No other business is proposed by staff.

• Manufactured home at 723 Augusta Street (PVA 061-14-05-002.00)
• Setback variance at 104 Coldstream Drive (PVA 049-40-02-016.00)
• Setback reduction from 80 to 20 feet at 209 Devils Hollow Road (PVA 049-00-00-020.00)
• Short-term rental conditional use at 1313 and 1327 Ninevah Road (PVA 064-00-00-054.00)
• Short-term rental conditional use at 1426 Mount Zion Road (PVA 008-00-00-013.00)

Board of Commissioners

The Frankfort Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss several items, including an updated strategic planning process, a fire department memorandum of understanding, and a range of topics from the Frankfort Plant Board to affordable housing. The meeting is a video teleconference, with the primary location at City Hall. No final votes are expected; items may be referred to staff or brought to a future voting meeting.

• Updated Strategic Planning Process presentation by Blair Hecker and Rebecca Hall
• Fire Department MOU with Franklin County Career and Technical Center
• Singing Bridge Improvement Project wrap-up by Stantec
• Affordable Housing Task Force discussion
• Sewer Service Extension discussion