Frankfort City Commission Unanimously Stands Up to Attempts to Sell the Plant Board; Gives "Unwavering Support" to FPB

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FRANKFORT, Ky. – At a meeting Monday evening, the City of Frankfort Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to support the Frankfort Plant Board (FPB), as State Senator Gex Williams pushes legislation forcing the sale of the utility’s broadband business and spiking rates for Frankfort citizens.

“We’d like to thank Mayor Wilkerson and the Board of Commissioners for their bold leadership in protecting Frankfort’s Plant Board and the essential services we provide our community,” said FPB General Manager Gary Zheng. “We appreciate the Commission’s strong commitment to working with us to do what’s right for the people of Frankfort.”

“Sen. Williams’ proposed legislation has stirred serious concern with our ratepayers and customer-owners,” said Zheng, who noted that hundreds of Frankfort residents contacted the City Commission to express their dismay. “The proposal is a terrible idea that would hurt the people of Frankfort. The people pushed back and last night Sen. Williams got an answer – an unequivocal message from our leaders that Frankfort is not for sale.”

Williams’ proposed legislation would force the sale of FPB’s broadband business to out-of-state corporations, eliminating the excellent local service on which Frankfort residents rely. As a fully integrated utility, a broadband sale would create a ripple effect across all services FPB provides and residents would suffer the consequences – rate hikes on power and water and a loss of customer service.

Under current statute, the Board of Commissioners can determine the future of the Frankfort Plant Board, ensuring local decision making is responsive to citizens. Sen. Williams is attempting to remove local control and would ultimately put decisions about essential services in the hands of out of state corporate interests.

“FPB remains committed to providing quality, reliable utilities at the most affordable rates. We are grateful that our Board of Commissioners is standing up for our community,” added Zheng.

“I encourage municipal utilities and local governments across the state to beware. If we don’t stop this now, you could be next,” Zheng said. “Call your legislator immediately and tell them to oppose the Gex Williams plan.”

To read the resolution, click here.

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UK basketball game against Stonehill will be streamed online tonight; not on cable TV. FPB cable subscribers have access through SECN+

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UK basketball game will be streamed online tonight; not on cable TV. FPB cable subscribers have access through SECN+

 FRANKFORT – Frankfort Plant Board cable customers will have access to stream the UK basketball game Friday November 17th against Stonehill through the internet even though it will not be aired on cable TV. FPB Cable customers who receive SEC Network as part of their cable package can watch the game via SECN+ on the ESPN app.

 Here are the steps you need to complete to view the game online:

  1.  If you do not have a myFPB account, you will need to register for one prior to the game. Go to my.fpb.cc and follow the prompts to register for your myFPB account. You will also need a copy of your FPB bill.

  2. Download the ESPN app or go to www.espn.com/watch. The ESPN App is available on: iOS, Android, Chromecast, FireTV, Apple TV, Roku, PS4/5, Xbox, Samsung Smart TV, Kindle Fire, Windows.

  3. Before the game starts, open the ESPN app, click on Watch.

  4. Scroll down until you see the list of Channels (ESPN, ESPN2, SEC Network, etc).

  5. Click on SECN+.

  6. Choose Frankfort Plant Board as your TV provider.

  7. Log in with your myFPB login and password.

  8. This should unlock the stream for the game.

 NOTE: If you are an FPB cable customer, you do not need to subscribe to ESPN+ in order to watch the game.

Boil Water Advisory Canceled for Shelby St. and Battle Alley

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The Water Department of the Frankfort Plant Board is notifying you that the Division of Water of the Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection has now canceled the Boil Water Advisory.

 

This Advisory was issued 11/11/23 due to a loss of pressure in the water main caused by plant board crews repairing a water main break.

 

The area affected was:

 

 

·       102, 104, 106, 107, 108, 110, 111, 112, 114, 115, 119, 121 Shelby St.

·       104 Battle ALY.

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If you should have any questions or problems with normal service or water quality please call 352-4372

 

 

Water Department

**UPDATE**Power Outage - Bald knob/Bellepoint

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This power outage has now been resolved & electricity should be working back to normal. If you are still experiencing issues please give us a call at (502)352-4372. Thank you for your patience and understanding with this matter.

We have been made aware of a power outage in the areas of Bald knob and Bellepoint. Crews have been notified and are working as quickly and efficiently as possible to restore power. Thank you for your patience.

Boil Water Advisory - Shelby St/Battle Alley

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The Water Department of the Frankfort Plant Board advises to boil the water before drinking or using it for cooking. The advisory is in effect for the following area:

  1. 102, 104, 106, 107, 108, 110, 111, 112, 114, 115, 119, 121 Shelby St.

  2. 104 Battle Alley

A vigorous boil for at least three minutes is recommended. This Boil Water Advisory is a precautionary measure due to a loss of pressure in the water main caused by Plant Board crews repairing a water main break.

This Advisory will remain in effect until lab analysis of water samples taken confirms that the potable water supply in the affected area is safe to drink. You will receive a notice when the advisory is lifted.

 If you have any questions concerning the Boil Water Advisory, please call 352-4372.

 Frankfort Plant Board

Water Dept.

UK basketball game will be streamed online tonight; not on cable TV. FPB cable subscribers have access through SECN+

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UK basketball game will be streamed online tonight; not on cable TV. FPB cable subscribers have access through SECN+

 FRANKFORT – Frankfort Plant Board cable customers will have access to stream the UK basketball game Friday November 10th against Texas A&M-Commerce through the internet even though it will not be aired on cable TV. FPB Cable customers who receive SEC Network as part of their cable package can watch the game via SECN+ on the ESPN app.

 Here are the steps you need to complete to view the game online:

  1.  If you do not have a myFPB account, you will need to register for one prior to the game. Go to my.fpb.cc and follow the prompts to register for your myFPB account. You will also need a copy of your FPB bill.

  2. Download the ESPN app or go to www.espn.com/watch. The ESPN App is available on: iOS, Android, Chromecast, FireTV, Apple TV, Roku, PS4/5, Xbox, Samsung Smart TV, Kindle Fire, Windows.

  3. Before the game starts, open the ESPN app, click on Watch.

  4. Scroll down until you see the list of Channels (ESPN, ESPN2, SEC Network, etc).

  5. Click on SECN+.

  6. Choose Frankfort Plant Board as your TV provider.

  7. Log in with your myFPB login and password.

  8. This should unlock the stream for the game.

 NOTE: If you are an FPB cable customer, you do not need to subscribe to ESPN+ in order to watch the game.

Boil water advisory cancellation

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The Water Department of the Frankfort Plant Board is notifying you that the Division of Water of the Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection has now canceled the Boil Water Advisory.

 

This Advisory was issued 11/2/23 due to a loss of pressure in the water main caused by plant board crews lowering existing water main.

 

The area affected was:

·       740, 895, 1180, 1700 Smither Hill Ln.

·       204, 201, 208, Evins Ln.

·       770, 780, 1164, 1184, 1204, 1224, 1640, 1630, 1708 Peaks Mill Rd.

If you should have any questions or problems with normal service or water quality please call 352-4372