Meeting Summary and Briefs: Frankfort Township Board for Nov. 17, 2025
Frankfort Township Board Meeting | Nov. 17, 2025
The Frankfort Township Board met on Monday, November 17, 2025, to handle financial ordinances and hear reports from elected officials. Supervisor Nick George called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at the Frankfort Township Hall.
The meeting was efficient, concluding at 7:13 p.m. The primary business involved the unanimous approval of monthly bills and two tax ordinances for the Township and Highway Department. Officials also shared updates on community events and administrative conferences.
Assessor Updates and Education:
Assessor Joe Kral reported that his office finished appeals on Wednesday, November 12. Kral also recently attended the Township Officials of Illinois (TOI) conference. Additionally, he spoke at Frankfort School District 161 for two hours, explaining how tax bills work and discussing taxation policy in the state of Illinois.
Boy Scout Food Drive Success:
Supervisor Nick George announced that the recent Boy Scout food drive was a major success. The scouts collected approximately 70,000 pounds of food this year. “It was very well done,” George said.
Senior Services Events:
Supervisor George reported that the Halloween senior party provided “great entertainment.” Looking ahead, the township’s senior Christmas party is scheduled for December 10 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at CD & ME.
Officials Attend State Conference:
Clerk Nella Piccolin and Trustee Thomas Kennedy reported on their attendance at the Township Officials of Illinois (TOI) conference. Kennedy noted that out of 102 townships, approximately 70 had representation there. Piccolin stated the event was informative and expressed hope that more people could attend next year.
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