Frankfort Class of 2020 Graduation
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Tonight, July 14: City of Frankfort To Hold 1st of 6 Meetings Of Proposed Annexation of Jefferson to I-65
Tonight, July 14, 2020, the City of Frankfort will host the first of a series of public meetings to discuss the proposed annexation of State Road 28 West and answer questions from the public.
Anyone with questions regarding the proposed annexation is encouraged to attend. There are a total of 6 public meetings scheduled as required by Indiana law.
The City is requesting that anyone attending these meetings wear a face mask.
Meetings will be held at the following locations on the dates and times noted:
• 7/14/2020 – Frankfort Neighborhood Center, 259 S. Third St, Frankfort @ 6pm
• 7/16/2020 – Community Schools of Frankfort, 2400 E Wabash St, Frankfort @ 10am
• 7/20/2020 – Frankfort Public Library, 208 W Clinton St, Frankfort @ 6am
• 7/23/2020 – Frankfort Neighborhood Center, 259 S Third St, Frankfort @ 10am
• 7/28/2020 – Frankfort Public Library, 208 W Clinton St, Frankfort @ 6pm
• 7/30/2020 – Frankfort Municipal Utilities, 1000 Washington Ave, Frankfort @ 10am
City officials may impose reasonable restrictions on the number of attendees to control audience density in consideration of the existing COVID-19 national emergency. Members of the public can view the meeting live via the City of Frankfort YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCym71Fy2wWAOJJcopEG6nNA.
Questions may also be submitted by e-mailing the Community Development Director at info@frankfort-in.gov or by mail to 301 E. Clinton Street, Frankfort, IN 46041.
Below are maps of the proposed annexation area.
City of Frankfort Announces Cancellation of Hispanic Heritage Festival
Following consultation with county health officials, the city of Frankfort has decided to cancel the last city organized festival planned for this year.
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has been a key factor in determining festival cancellations. The city had previously announced the cancellation of all city organized festivals and events through July 4.
Until now, a decision had not been made regarding the Hispanic Heritage Festival planned for September 19. While COVID-19 is not impacting Indiana and Clinton County with the same intensity as other areas of the country, city leaders believe there is still a need to exercise caution.
Mayor Judy Sheets remarked, “We would like to keep our infection rate low. While we all miss these traditional opportunities to come together as a community, I believe that limiting large social gatherings is a small thing we can do to protect our city and our residents.”
Community Development Director Annie Bacon, who helped organize last year’s Hispanic Heritage Festival, adds, “This decision was not made lightly. Last year’s festival was a tremendous success, and we were looking forward to providing a Hispanic Heritage Festival again this year. However, our primary focus is on keeping our community safe. That includes our staff, volunteers, vendors, and festival attendees. Minimizing crowd size or trying to implement social distancing while hosting a festival are not feasible options at this time.”
Plans for city events and festivals in 2021 are underway. City leaders plan to host the Hispanic Heritage Festival next year on September 18.
City of Frankfort Asks Community To Wear Masks
Governor Holcomb is asking all Hoosiers to mask up—and remember that wearing a face mask can protect others from contracting the virus.
The City of Frankfort is committed to reducing the risk of spreading COVID-19 by asking all members of our community to wear a mask when around others.
Even though Indiana is beginning to get back on track, we must stay vigilant and #INthistogether in order to keep our state healthy and prevent a second surge of COVID-19.
REMEMBER:
• You could spread COVID-19 to others even if you do not feel sick
• Masks are meant to protect other people in case you are infected.
• Everyone should wear a face mask in public settings, especially when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain.
• Continue to keep 6 ft between yourself and others. A cloth face mask is not a substitute for social distancing.
Please commit to helping our community by wearing a mask and #MaskUpHoosiers!
City of Frankfort Releases July 4 Parking Restrictions & Traffic Patterns at TPA Park
Frankfort Police Department will be working diligently on July 4 to ensure the safety of all pedestrians and drivers watching the Jaycees fireworks display from TPA Park.
Locations marked “no parking” indicate areas at risk of flammable firework debris falling from the sky. Please obey these signs to avoid injury or damage to vehicles. Citations will be issued for violators parking in these areas.
Fireworks are scheduled to start at 10 PM. Due to the fireworks display, the back side of the golf course will be off-limits to pedestrian traffic. Officers will be posted at various intersections near the park to facilitate the flow of traffic out of the park following the fireworks display. Certain intersections will have traffic restrictions to ensure the safety of drivers and pedestrians.
Police Chief Scott Shoemaker asks residents to be patient when exiting the park saying, “While we will have officers working at intersections to keep traffic flowing it will still take time to empty the park. We ask everyone to watch out for pedestrian traffic and be patient as they leave TPA Park.”
Following the fireworks display, traffic on Burlington Ave will be directed south to County Road 100 where drivers will be able to proceed west or east on 100 N. Officers will also be stationed at State Rd 75 and 100 E/Maish Road to keep traffic flowing. Drivers will be able to turn north or south on State Rd 75 and 100 E/Maish Road.
As a reminder, individuals are not allowed to light fireworks in TPA Park or consume alcohol. If firefighters or police officers see anyone with fireworks or alcohol, these items can be confiscated.
No Trash Collection for Frankfort on Friday, July 3; Double Pick Up on Thursday, July 2
With Friday, July 3 being a City holiday, Frankfort Street Department crews will not collect trash that day. Crews will do a double pick up on Thursday, July 2 for residents in the southeast and northeast quadrants of the City.
Trash may be picked up earlier than what it normally might be for some households, so to ensure trash is collected, residents should have it set out by 7:00 a.m. on Thursday morning.
Frankfort July 4th Fireworks Law
Frankfort residents’ fireworks are only allowed to be legally set off on one’s own property from 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. June 29 – July 3 and those same hours July 5 – 7. On Saturday, July 4, they can be set off on residents’ own property from 10:00 a.m. – midnight.
“Other than those dates, it is illegal for residents to light fireworks anywhere within the City limits,” Frankfort Fire Chief John Kirby said. “No fireworks should hit neighboring residences or other structures surrounding the home of where fireworks are being used.”
The City of Frankfort’s ordinance regarding fireworks follows the State of Indiana Code.
Anyone with concerns about fireworks in their neighborhood before or after these dates should contact the Police Department at 765-654-4431 to report the problem.
Frankfort’s annual Fourth of July fireworks show will take place Saturday, July 4 in TPA Park at dusk. All city parks, playgrounds, and park restrooms will be open to residents on July 4.
4th of July Fireworks at Frankfort TPA Park
The City of Frankfort announced the annual 4th of July Fireworks show will take place on July 4th at the TPA park at dusk.
City of Frankfort Building Services Department Highlights “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” Program
Frankfort senior citizens, disabled veterans, and physically challenged residents can benefit from the City of Frankfort Neighbors Helping Neighbors program that is designed to help these community members with improvements to their yards and the exterior of their homes.
Residents who are 65 years and older, disabled veterans, and citizens who have physical challenges that prevent them from taking care of their property can call the Department of Building Services at (765) 654-5278 to schedule an appointment. Home visits will be scheduled and completed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Similar to the firefighters and police officers conducting safety checks at seniors’ homes, the Building Services Department will conduct exterior evaluations of yards and houses and make helpful suggestions regarding mowing, brush trimming, and minor maintenance needs. Following this evaluation, the Department of Building Services will make arrangements for a team of community volunteers to mow the yard, trim back shrubs, or make minor repairs.
Residents who want to participate in this program and individuals interested in being a volunteer can contact Don Stock at (765)654-5278.
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Small Area of Frankfort
UPDATE: The Boil Advisory Has Been Canceled as of Tuesday, June 16.
On Monday, June 15, Frankfort Water Works issued a boil water advisory for a water main break repair. This advisory impacts 20 residential customers in the area of Jefferson St, Crescent Ct, and Fudge Ave. Affected customers were notified to boil water for drinking, cooking, and/or oral hygiene purposes. Customers will be notified when the boil water advisory is lifted.
For more information, please contact Frankfort Water Works at (765) 654-5556.