Meeting Summary and Briefs: Village of Frankfort for March 2, 2026

Village of Frankfort Meeting | March 2, 2026

The Frankfort Village Board met on Monday, March 2, 2026, quickly moving through a routine consent agenda that included a total of $517,767.86 in bill approvals, before focusing on community updates and legislative concerns. The board formally approved a new four-year collective bargaining agreement with the Public Works and Utilities union (IUOE Local 150) and spent considerable time praising local students for their participation in the annual Student Government Day. Board members also utilized the meeting to issue stark warnings regarding proposed state legislation they argue threatens local zoning authority.

Brief Title: 2026 Official Zoning Map Adopted
The Village Board unanimously accepted the Plan Commission’s recommendation to adopt the Village of Frankfort 2026 Official Zoning Map. The Illinois Municipal Code requires corporate authorities to publish an updated map annually by March 31. According to a memo from Director of Community and Economic Development Michael J. Schwarz, the map reflects a single zoning amendment from the 2025 calendar year: the rezoning of The Reserve of Copper Creek property. The 25.9-acre site, located at the southeast corner of Locust Street and Utah Street, was rezoned from R-4 Attached Single-Family Residential to R-3 Attached Two-Family Residential.

Brief Title: IDOT Highway Construction Resolution Approved
The Board unanimously adopted Resolution #26-04, an administrative requirement from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for calendar years 2026 and 2027. Trustee Daniel Rossi explained that the bi-annual resolution authorizes construction activities within state highway rights-of-way, streamlining the permitting process so the village doesn’t need to adopt a separate resolution for every minor project. Most importantly, Rossi noted, it enables the state to expedite the review and approval of emergency municipal work, such as emergency water main break repairs on state routes.

Brief Title: Frankfort Hosts Annual Student Government Day
Eighth-grade students from Hickory Creek Middle School took over Village Hall earlier in the day for the annual Student Government Day. Students toured the village administration building, fire district, police station, wastewater treatment plant, and public works facilities before enjoying a working lunch at Aurelio’s Restaurant. The day culminated in a mock Village Board meeting. Mayor Keith Ogle praised Student Mayor Olivia Antonelli, while Trustee Adam Borrelli commended Aidan Edwards for representing his seat well. Trustee Jessica Petrow also noted her pride in watching her daughter, Harper, sit on the board for the simulated meeting.

Brief Title: Police Prepare for Special Olympics Polar Plunge
Members of the Frankfort Police Department are gearing up to brave the freezing waters for a good cause. Mayor Keith Ogle announced that department personnel, competing under the moniker “Team Frigid Badges,” will participate in the Manteno Polar Plunge on Saturday, March 7. The annual event raises funds in support of Special Olympics Illinois. Ogle and the trustees extended their sincere appreciation to the participating officers for proudly representing the department.

Brief Title: Spring on the Green Set for March 22
Residents are invited to celebrate the changing of the seasons at the annual “Spring on the Green” event, scheduled for Sunday, March 22, from noon to 2:00 p.m. at Breidert Green. Co-sponsored by the Village of Frankfort and the Frankfort Park District, the family-friendly event will feature a live DJ, games, and a balloon artist. Complimentary hot cocoa and cookies will be provided for attendees.