Meeting Summary and Briefs: Frankfort Village Board for December 15, 2025

Frankfort Village Board Meeting | December 15, 2025

The Frankfort Village Board on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, concluded its 2025 legislative calendar with a series of significant approvals focused on infrastructure, financial stability, and long-term planning. The board authorized a $4 million tax levy with a projected rate decrease, commissioned a $65,000 downtown design study, and awarded a $399,763 contract for pond maintenance. The meeting also featured a transition in the police department, with a new officer sworn in and a veteran sergeant retiring. For detailed reports on the tax levy, downtown study, pond dredging, and police ceremonies, please see the standalone articles above.

New Meeting Format for 2026:
Village Clerk Katie Schubert announced that starting in January 2026, the village board will transition to a “one-night format.” Both the regular Village Board meeting and the Committee of the Whole meeting will be held on the same evening. The first meeting under this new structure is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, at 6 p.m.

Laraway Road Traffic Signal Agreement:
The board approved a resolution authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Will County for the maintenance and energy costs of four traffic signals on Laraway Road. The signals are located at the intersections of 116th Avenue, Wolf Road, Center Road, and 80th Avenue. Under the agreement, the county assumes responsibility for maintenance and major repairs, while the village reimburses the county at an initial rate of $170.55 per signal per month.

Holiday Office Closures:
Mayor Ogle informed residents that Village of Frankfort offices will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025, and Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. The 2026 Village Event Calendar is now available for viewing on the village website.

Bills Approval:
The board approved the payment of bills totaling $303,803.89 across various funds. The largest disbursement was $149,331.13 from the General Corporate Fund, followed by $96,746.38 from the Sewer and Water Operations and Maintenance Fund.

Public Comment on Development:
Frankfort resident Mark Wixs addressed the board during public comment to express concerns regarding proposed downtown developments. Wixs cited potential issues with gentrification and business “cannibalization,” specifically questioning the impact of a proposed new pizzeria on existing businesses located directly across the street. He urged the board to consider the broader impact of new commercial entries into the historic district.