<p>Established in 1850, Frankfort Township serves the people of Frankfort and the surrounding communities, including Mokena, Tinley Park and Orland Park. The township consists of a a five-member, resident-elected board, as well as the highway commissioner and township assessor. The following agencies also fall under the purview of Frankfort Township:</p> <ul> <li><b>Road district:</b> Responsible for 65 miles of roads in the unincorporated areas and also handles bike trail construction and branch and leaf pickup. </li> <li><b>Animal control:</b> Handles animal safety and rescue in the unincorporated areas as well as helping to find lost pets.</li> <li><b>Food pantry:</b> The pantry accepts donations of non-perishable food as well as store gift cards. Residents also can volunteer at the pantry.</li> </ul> <p>Frankfort Township also provides transportation services, senior programs, voter registration and mosquito abatement.</p>