City of West Frankfort

At the August 26 meeting of the West Frankfort City Council, the council voted to amend our code of ordinances by removing an outdated ordinance - specifically 2.88.010, codified in 1983 and amended in 1986 - which was superseded by 2.88.015, codified in 1998. The ordinance is attached.

City Hall will be closed on Monday, September 1st, 2025 in observance of Labor Day.

See attached press release from Ameren.

REMINDER: Next week August 18th-22nd is Bulk Trash Pick-Up. Please place bulk items out on your normal trash day.

Road closure at the intersection of W. 7th and N. Columbia will take place Friday, Aug. 8th - Monday, Aug. 11th. Crews will be doing a couple road patches before school begins. Please use alternate routes.

Bulk Trash Pick-Up August 18th-22nd. Please place bulk items out on your normal trash day.

Last chance to get those bids turned in for the surplus properties listed is August 12, 2025!! Contact City Hall for more information - (618) 937-4512

Monday, August 4th crews will be doing oil and chipping in the areas in the pictures. If you live in these sections please move vehicles off sides of roadway. Use caution in these areas and avoid if possible. There will be wet oil. Thanks

Due to inactivity we will no longer be doing Friday open dump for yard waste. It will be by appointment only. Please call City Hall at (618)932-3262 or (618)200-2370 to schedule during normal hours. Dump ground hours are 8am-2pm. Thank you

We are experiencing some flash flooding due to heavy rains. We have a crew dispatched to place barricades at flooded roadways. As always do not drive through the water. Always turn around. Thank you! Street Superintendent

The City of West Frankfort outdoor warning system has been activated, however there is NO emergency or threat that would require you to take action. Please disregard the warning. Officials are investigating the cause of the activation.

Monday, July 14th the Street Dept will be doing crack sealing work from 8-3pm in the areas of S.Monroe,S.Madison. Roads will be blocked while work is being done and for dry time. Please use alternate routes and thank you for your cooperation.

The City has surplus property for sale! Contact City Hall for more information - (618) 937-4512

Last chance to get those bids turned in for the surplus properties listed is July 08, 2025!! Contact City Hall for more information - (618) 937-4512

Be advised that the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for this evening has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience and will reschedule for another time, to be announced.

The Franklin County Housing Authority will be doing work on the 300 block of E. Elm. **The road will be closed on June 26th, 27th, & 28th. Please use other routes.**

📣 Water Bill Reminder – Late Fees Explained 💧 We’ve received several calls about late fees on water bills, so we want to help clarify: Per City Ordinance 13.04.200, water bills are due on the 15th of each month. If payment is not received by the due date, a 10% late fee is automatically applied to the unpaid balance. This month, bills were due Sunday, June 15, and late fees were applied as of Tuesday, June 17, in accordance with city policy. Bills were sent out on the 1st of the month. We appreciate your understanding. Thank you for helping us keep West Frankfort running smoothly!

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE: City Budget Hearing 📢 The City of West Frankfort will hold a Budget Hearing on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall (605 W. Main Street, West Frankfort). This hearing provides an opportunity for residents to review and offer comments on the proposed municipal budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Transparency and community input are vital to responsible city governance — we invite all citizens to attend and make their voices heard. 🗓 Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 🕠 Time: 5:30 p.m. 📍 Location: West Frankfort City Hall, 605 W. Main Street Your participation matters!

The City has surplus property for sale! Contact City Hall for more information - (618) 937-4512