Local legislators’ primary responsibilities, whether in Kentucky or anywhere in the U.S., are to set local laws, tax policies, and allocate funding for public services such as police, fire and public works. They also work to encourage economic development and business growth, foster the pubic image and reputation of a city, (sometimes) issue zoning decisions […]
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Union recognizes new Board of Elections voting precincts after 2024 ballot mix-up
The City of Union has officially recognized the Boone County Board of Elections’ reorganization of countywide voting precincts in an effort to minimize future ballot confusion in the wake of the 2024 election. On Monday, the Union City Commission acknowledged the board of elections’ reorganization of the county’s voting precincts, eight of which have ties […]
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Elsmere ‘chicken man’ announces mayoral run
Eric Bunzow, former deputy clerk at the Kenton County Clerk’s office known locally as the “Elsmere chicken man,” announced his intention to run for Elsmere’s mayoral seat. He made the announcement on Friday after filing a statement of spending intent with the Kentucky Registry of Election Finance. “I’m running for mayor because I believe in […]
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Aubuchon announces intent to run for re-election as Florence mayor
Florence Mayor Julie Metzger Aubuchon announced her intent to run for re-election on Wednesday. “I love my hometown, and I love leading our dedicated city team who work tirelessly to serve our residents, the vital Florence business community and visitors who want to see exactly what it means to be nationally recognized as the home […]
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Diana Niceley announces intent to run for Erlanger mayor’s seat
Erlanger City Councilmember Diana Niceley announced the beginnings of her campaign for the mayoral seat of Erlanger at a special kickoff event on Wednesday. “Am I politician? No,” Niceley said during a speech at the event. “I always like to think of myself as a public servant.” Candidates won’t be able to officially file to […]
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Jessica Fette announces run for reelection as Erlanger’s mayor
Current Erlanger Mayor Jessica Fette, who first took office in 2019, has announced her intention to seek reelection as mayor. “Seven years ago, I promised I would lead Erlanger forward with compassion, cooperation and respect for every resident who calls this city home,” Fette said in a press release. “I’ve made that promise a reality […]
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Covington passes first law structuring new government
The initial structure of Covington’s new mayor-council form of government, slated to begin operating at the beginning of 2027, has been officially signed into law. Specifically, the current five-member Covington Board of Commissioners voted on Tuesday to establish several key measures related to the new government’s legislative structure and the compensation of elected officials. The […]
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What should Covington’s new government look like? The city wants your input
The City of Covington and its committee on government transition are seeking public input on how to structure the new city council. The council is slated to take effect in 2027 following a November vote from Covington residents to convert the government from its current city manager form to a mayor-council form. The devil is in the details, though, […]
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Kim Tuyn appointed as final Union city commissioner
After months of court hearings and confusion, Kim Tuyn is now the final member of the Union City Commission. Tuyn assumed office following an appointment at a special meeting on Tuesday. The city put out a call for applications earlier this month to fill the final seat on the commission after Doug Bine, John Mefford, and George […]
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Union postpones final commissioner appointment
The Union City Commission did not make an appointment for the final seat on the city commission on Wednesday, in spite of statements from Mayor Larry Solomon at the first commission meeting in February. The final appointment was rescheduled for a special meeting on Feb. 25 at 6 p.m. The city put out a call […]
