Frankfort 2026 Voter Guide: Everything You Need To Know

Here's everything you need to know to cast your vote, from voter registration to polling places to mail-in voting to what's on the ballot.

Vote By Mail Drop Box Available At Frankfort Library For Nov. 3 General Election

Ballot envelopes in the drop boxes are collected daily and returned to the Will County Clerk's Office for processing.

Will County Sample Ballots Now Available Online

The sample ballots will show your races, candidates and other contests that you will vote for.

Frankfort Village Hall, Frankfort Library Serve As Early Voting Sites For Nov. 3 Election

Early voting begins Oct. 19 at both sites.

Frankfort Moves Forward On Multi-Use Path Plans In Prestwick Subdivision

The Village is seeking grant funding for the project, which would construct a path from Prestwick to the Old Plank Road Trail.

Frankfort Township To Ask Voters About Illinois Voter ID Laws

Frankfort Township is one of several townships in Will County asking about voter ID laws.

Frankfort Fire District To Ask Voters For Limiting Rate Increase

The referendum will be placed on the Nov. 3 ballot.

New Restaurant Plans Move Forward In Frankfort

The new restaurant would open in the Brookside Commons Office Centre off of Lincoln Highway.

New Deputy Chief Sworn In For Frankfort Police Department

Another officer was also promoted to sergeant at Monday's meeting.

Frankfort Renews 3-Year Agreement For License Plate Reading Cameras

The agreement is for three Flock cameras along Laraway Road.

Frankfort Honors Retiring Village Administrator For 40 Years Of Service

Rob Piscia has served as the Village Administrator since 2017.

Frankfort Board OKs 2027 Budget

The 2027 budget shows revenues of $45,413,200 and expenditures of $61,836,900.

Vote By Mail Drop Box Available At Frankfort Public Library

Tthere are 10 secure ballot drop boxes across Will County, including one at the Frankfort library, 21119 S. Pfeiffer Road.

Frankfort 2026 Primary Election Guide: Who's Running, What You Need To Know

The Illinois primary is March 17. Here's everything you need to know to cast your vote.

Baseball, Softball Training Facility Approved In Frankfort

The facility will be appointment-only.

Frankfort Public Library, Village Hall Will Serve As Early Voting Sites For March Primary

Early voting sites in Frankfort will open on March 2.

New Micro-Event Space Approved By Frankfort Board

The new micro-event space would host private events and specialty workshops.

Frankfort Pantry Receiving Funds Via State's 'Missing Money' Program

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs is returning $100,000 in missing money to food pantries throughout the state.

Frankfort Board Approves $65K Downtown Study

The study will focus on Kansas Street.

Frankfort Board Changes Start Time Of Village Board Meetings

Also, the Board approved its 2026 meeting schedule.

Final Plans Approved For The Reserve Of Copper Creek In Frankfort

The project is a 55-unit mixed residential development that is on the property formerly occupied by the Borg Warner facility.

Frankfort Board Approves Phase 2 Of Crystal Brook Of Frankfort Subdivision

Phase 2 of the subdivision consists of 116 lots.

Frankfort Board Approves 3-Year Contract For Holiday Lights, Decorations

The contract includes holiday lights and decorations for Village Hall, police department, Breidert Green and the Route 30/45 entrance sign.

Frankfort Board Approves Dance Studio Special Use Permit

Southwest Synergy Dance operates a location in Tinley Park, and this would be a second location for the business.

Frankfort Won't Transition To Lake Michigan Water

The Frankfort Village Board voted to continue using its current well water supply.

Plans For 2 Multi-Use Paths In Frankfort Move Forward

The cost of the design phase will be $77,500.

$7.85 Million Secured For Park Improvements For Frankfort Park District

The Park District said that a majority of the funding will be directed toward Commissioner Park.

Frankfort Looks To Sell Surplus Property At White, Elwood

The Village may be looking to sell surplus real estate that it owns at the northwest corner of White and Elwood streets.

Frankfort Hosts Public House Discussing Water Supply

The Village is also offering a Lake Michigan water survey to residents to share opinions.

Frankfort Board Approves Employment Agreement With Village Administrator

Village Administrator Rob Piscia has served in the position since 2017.

New Pedestrian Crossing Signage Approved For Pfeiffer, Colorado

The intersection was evaluated for the potential enhancements due to "resident apprehension" about pedestrian safety.

Traffic Control Plans Approved For Frankfort Subdivisions

These locations will see get new stop signs and more.

Missing Persons Investigations Bill Heads To Governor's Desk

The bill streamlines missing persons investigations and requires law enforcement to set timelines and follow-up actions.

Franchise Restaurant Plans Move Forward In Frankfort

The new restaurant is planned for Route 30 and Frankfort Square Road.

Frankfort Awarded $1.6 Million Grant For Trail Project

The Village said the project will expand the current trail that ends at Pfeiffer Road and Sauk Trail.

Residential Development Plans On Former BorgWarner Site Approved

The development is on a vacant 25.9-acre parcel at 300 S. Maple St., which is the site of the former BorgWarner facility.

State Sen. Hastings Helps Secures $465K For Pre-Apprenticeship Program

HIRE360 - Will County, a non-profit that connects community members with opportunities in the trades, will receive the money.

Incumbents Projected To Keep Seats On Frankfort Board: Results

Current Mayor Keith Ogle leads, with 2,240 votes, over challenger Justin Ozinga, who has 1,618 votes.

Frankfort Voters To Choose Mayor, Trustees: April 1 Election

There are two candidates running for mayor and four candidates running for three open positions on the Frankfort Village Board.

Todd Morgan: Candidate For Frankfort Village Trustee

The consolidated election is on April 1.