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WORK SESSION February 9, 2026
FRANKFORT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 3:00 P.M. (EST)
PRESENT: Commissioner Rob Richardson
Commissioner Kelly May
Commissioner Katima Smith-Willis
Mayor Layne Wilkerson (4)
ABSENT: Commissioner Leesa Unger (1)
Following roll call, Mayor Wilkerson called the Work Session to order.
Citizen Comments
Marchele Jenkins, Executive Director of the Capital City Activity Center, Franklin County Center on Aging, expressed her thanks to the City staff for
their support to the Senior Center and seniors in our community during the winter weather. Parks helped deliver Meals on Wheels, along with
Emergency Management, Police and Fire.
Pam Howell spoke about the City purchasing the Old Y and shared information about a grant for $500,000.00. Laura Milam, City Attorney, stated
that we are aware of that particular grant and currently the City is in the middle of a Phase I prior to purchasing the building.
Aaron Ashcraft expressed his interest in the Riverfront Development Plan and also spoke about Capitol View Park.
Staff Reports
Frankfort Civic Proud America 250 Celebration
Blair Hecker, Madi Buckley and Rebecca Hall with Special Projects showcased the Frankfort Civic Proud America 250 Celebration “Frankfort
Rocks” video and song. There will be a celebratory event on July 3, 2026 to Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with events at Liberty Hall and
Ward Oates, activities and music.
Eric Cockley – Development Code Rewrite
Eric Cockley, Director of Planning and Community Development, stated that work continues with the Development Code Rewrite working with the
consultants on a weekly basis. The current goal is to get information to the Board of Commissioners in July. On February 26, 2026 there will be
an Open House at the Paul Sawyier Library for the community that starts at 5:30 pm.
Jason Monroe – E911 Interlocal Update
Jason Monroe, City Manager, gave the Board of Commissioners an update on the E911 Interlocal Agreement with Franklin County from 1991. Mr.
Monroe is currently negotiating contributions from the county for 45%.
Discussion Items
Sasaki Presentation – Sasaki Team
Zachary Chrisco, Lanmuzhi Yang and Mary Anne Ocampo representing Sasaki introduced themselves and are excited for the opportunity to bring
the riverfront to the community and tourists to reconnect with the river.
Finance Quarterly Update – Amber Moreland
Amber Moreland, Finance Director, gave a quarterly update on finances. Good news, revenue is up and expenses are down.
Proposed Parks Committee Order – Shawn Pickens
Shawn Pickens, Director of Parks and Recreation, suggested that Parks form a Park Committee. This committee would receive additional input
and to better inform the Board of Commissioners. The proposed committee would include the Parks Director, Parks Deputy Directors, City
Manager, Finance Director and two (2) members of the Board of Commissioners. The Board of Commissioners would like this item added to the
February voting meeting agenda.
FPD Annual Report – Derrick Napier
Derrick Napier, Police Chief and Scott Tracy, Assistant Police Chief, presented the Frankfort Police Department Annual Report to the Board of
Commissioners.
Solid Waste Discussion – Sara Anderson
Sara Anderson, Director of Public Works, continued the conversation of privatizing the Solid Waste Services and if the City will charge a fee or not.
The RFP’s that were received have a deadline of 90 days which means a decision should be reached by April 1st. Ms. Anderson stated that this
issue will also be brought before the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee. The Board of Commissioners would like this item to be on the
March voting meeting agenda.
Action Items
First Reading
“AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 52.01, 52.02 and 52.04 OF THE CITY OF FRANKFORT CODE OF ORDINANCES REGARDING
SEWER SERVICE PROVISION AND FEES” was presented, read, and sponsored by Commissioner Richardson. Summary: This ordinance amends
Sections 52.01, 52.02, and 52.04 to a) establish a requirement for capacity review of all new requests for sewer service over 400 gallons a day; b)
require a capacity review fee of $500 for properties located outside the City limits, which is refundable upon successful annexation; c) require those
properties outside of the City limits that share a boundary with these limits to request voluntary annexation into the City prior to receiving sewer
service or sewer service improvements; d) establish new administrative fees based on number of water meters installed for properties located
outside the City limits and connecting to City sewer; and e) establish new sewer rates for customers inside Franklin County but outside the City limits
(“County”) at additional 10% on top of the base rate, and customers outside of Franklin County (“Out of County”) at an additional 15% on top of the
base rate.
Discussion of Tentative Agenda
The Board of Commissioners requested the following items to be on the February Regular Meeting Agenda: Second Reading of the Sewer
Ordinance and the Parks Committee Order.
New Business
Commissioner Smith-Willis stated Happy Black History Month. Ms. Smith-Willis would like to plan a Juneteenth City Celebration Event and
requested support from the Board of Commissioners.

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Commissioner Smith-Willis said thank you to Kristie Powe and Ronnie Robinson for their businesses. Ms. Smith-Willis also recommended the
formation of a KSU/City of Frankfort Committee.
Mayor Wilkerson thanked the City staff for their work during the winter weather.
It was moved by Commissioner Smith-Willis, seconded by Commissioner Richardson, that the meeting adjourn. The question was put upon the
motion and was adopted by voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 5:30 p.m.
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Mayor
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City Clerk