We are deeply honored that the City of Frankfort has recently tasked Downtown Frankfort, Inc. (DFI) with the responsibility for implementation of the Downtown Master Plan. Once we are current on the status of projects already in motion, we will submit to the City Commission our recommendations for forward movement. The City Commission will select priority projects, which will be funded with the $150,000 the City budgeted to begin the process of implementation.
You may recall that in 2018, CityVisions guided Frankfort/Franklin County in a master planning process that included an extensive community engagement initiative. Over 4,000 residents interested in the future health and vitality of our town participated in public meetings and presentations, focus groups and on- line feedback. The process resulted in comments regarding citizens' aspirations, their concerns, likes and dislikes and specific recommendations for improvements to the entire downtown area.
While implementation of the entire plan is certainly a long-term goal, we believe that there are some projects that will be easier to implement. We have begun meeting with City staff to determine what those projects are, as they relate to current staff time and City resources.
Of course, more funding will be required to continue this important transformational work. DFI and City grants staff will continue working with DC Strategies, a Washington based consulting group, to research additional funding sources. If you are interested in a particular project included in the plan, please contact us at info@downtownfrankfort.com. Or, if you are aware of other funding sources that could stretch municipal dollars, we welcome your input.
It took a village to come together and help create this plan, and we need our entire community to continue working together to dream a better dream for Frankfort.
You may recall that in 2018, CityVisions guided Frankfort/Franklin County in a master planning process that included an extensive community engagement initiative. Over 4,000 residents interested in the future health and vitality of our town participated in public meetings and presentations, focus groups and on- line feedback. The process resulted in comments regarding citizens' aspirations, their concerns, likes and dislikes and specific recommendations for improvements to the entire downtown area.
While implementation of the entire plan is certainly a long-term goal, we believe that there are some projects that will be easier to implement. We have begun meeting with City staff to determine what those projects are, as they relate to current staff time and City resources.
Of course, more funding will be required to continue this important transformational work. DFI and City grants staff will continue working with DC Strategies, a Washington based consulting group, to research additional funding sources. If you are interested in a particular project included in the plan, please contact us at info@downtownfrankfort.com. Or, if you are aware of other funding sources that could stretch municipal dollars, we welcome your input.
It took a village to come together and help create this plan, and we need our entire community to continue working together to dream a better dream for Frankfort.
There’s “A New Spirit Infusing Downtown Frankfort.” The Capital Plaza redevelopment, a renewed focus on our two riverfronts, and the growth of bourbon tourism, has created a momentum that can clearly be felt in downtown!
It presents new opportunities to optimize these assets in ways that maximize Frankfort’s sense of place, increases its economic activity, and celebrates and reinforces its character.
View Frankfort’s Downtown Master Plan HERE.
For additional information on Frankfort's Downtown Master Plan click HERE.