Will County Gazette

Rob Zvonar, football coach at Lincoln-Way East High School, stated that the proposed Gardens of Frankfort development will enhance the local community. He made this statement during an event hosted by Gardens of Frankfort in Frankfort, Illinois on May 24.

"I am confident that anything Gardens of Frankfort, LFI and the Rose family would bring to our community would only enhance the great place in which we live," said Zvonar. "I know that the same high standards that the football and cheer teams at Lincoln-Way East believe in, are shared by the Rose family, Location Finders International and the Gardens of Frankfort”."

According to an LFI Press Release, the event at CD & ME was attended by more than 400 people. "Thank you all for being here tonight and a special thank you to the Rose family and Gardens of Frankfort for putting up such a fun event. I know that the same high standards that the football and cheer teams at Lincoln-Way East believe in are shared by the Rose family, Location Finders International (LFI), and the Gardens of Frankfort," said Zvonar.

Zvonar highlighted the importance of the community and how it has evolved. "It has been a privilege and an honor to spend the past 30 years at Lincoln Way East Community High School. 'Community' being the key word. What a blessing it's been to live, work and raise a family in Frankfort and in the Lincoln Way Community," he said.

"The success of this event underscores the strength and spirit of our community," said Mike Rose, LFI’s Principal Partner and Founder, representing Gardens of Frankfort. "We are proud to celebrate Coach Zvonar and grateful for the opportunity to bring our community together for such a special occasion. This event highlights our ongoing commitment to supporting and engaging with the people who make Frankfort a wonderful place to live." He added that this important project will keep building on the best quality of life possible for everyone.

Rob Zvonar has been Lincoln-Way East High School football coach since 2001. According to The Chicago Tribune, he has been to the state championship game five previous times and brought home three state titles.

Location Finders International (LFI) is a vertically integrated real estate organization focused on acquisition, development, and creation of innovative commercial real estate solutions for its portfolio, according to its website. LFI’s portfolio is valued at more than $500 million and includes more than 100 properties across the U.S., with a concentration in Chicagoland developments, large manufactured home communities, industrial parks, and hotels.