Frankfort City Commissioner · Nov 3, 2026

Fred Deaton

Candidate for City Commissioner

7 candidates · 4 seats2 sourced positions

Fred Deaton is running for Frankfort City Commissioner in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 7 candidates are running for 4 seats.

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Retired Frankfort Police Department major with nearly 35 years in the department.

Incumbent commissioners Kelly May, Rob Richardson, Katima Smith-Willis and Leesa Unger are running with challengers Fred Deaton, Brennan Lippert and Katrisha Waldridge. The State Journal · Apr 9, 2026

Where Fred Deaton stands: positions on the record

Public safety1 sourced position

Told The State Journal he will prioritize public safety and community-oriented policing.
“I will always, of course, prioritize public safety where all citizens are safe and secure on the streets, in public places, and in their homes”
Own statementThe State Journal · Apr 3, 2026

Growth and housing1 sourced position

Told The State Journal that neighboring communities are growing while Frankfort remains stagnant, and said he would consult developers and business owners about stimulating economic growth and working-class housing.
Own statementThe State Journal · Apr 3, 2026

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