This week, in government meetings, Newport will consider reconstituting the parks and recreation division, Covington will discuss executing a contract with a structural repair group for the Duveneck House and Dayton is considering a franchise agreement with Duke Energy.
Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week.
What happened in NKY government last week?
Florence reviews 2024 economic developments, looks to the year ahead
Florence is facing a housing shortage and is working on several projects to alleviate the issue. The city has received a site plan for the six-acre Parkview Senior Apartments, which will include 76 senior apartments. The Glenns at Gunpowder is a multi-family development off Gunpowder Road, with 284 multi-family units and 26 single-family homes. The Drury Plaza Hotel on US 42 was completed in November, and a new CarMax car lot is underway off Betsy Conrad Way. Cycle Reverse Logistics has taken over the former Jabil manufacturing building on Ted Bushelman Drive, bringing back 150 jobs.
Read more about the review here.
Union rejects appointment of former commissioner amid election troubles
The Union City Commission voted against appointing a fifth member to an open seat on the city commission on Wednesday as the city continues to deal with election issues arising from wrongful ballot distributions on election day. Mayor Larry Solomon made a motion to appoint former city commissioner Doug Bine, but reelected commissioner Brian Garner and commissioner Eric Dulaney cast no votes.
Read more about the rejections here.
Alexandria zoning would allow for ‘hybrid’ between large, small developments
The Alexandria Planning and Zoning Commission discussed implementing a new zone in the city and sign regulations during its first meeting of the new year. The commission discussed adding a neighborhood commercial zone, which is smaller than a highway commercial zone but has some overlap with allowed uses. The commission also discussed the need to update its comprehensive plan and its sign ordinance, which is not content-neutral, according to a Supreme Court ruling.
Read more about the new zoning here.
A brewpub multiplex may be coming to Boone County
A Northern Kentucky-based developer, Trauth Property Group, is seeking approval for a zoning map amendment to build a brewpub multiplex with recreational soccer fields on a 5.3-acre plot of land in Burlington. The proposed development would include a one-story, 30,000-square-foot multi-tenant flex space featuring a tap room, indoor pickleball courts, and turf sports fields. The Boone County Fiscal Court is set to review the zone change request on Jan. 21.
Read more about the brewpub multiplex here.
Resident appeals 39-unit complex in Covington
A zoning change to allow Covington-based developer Orleans Development to convert an old warehouse building into apartments has been sent to the city commission for final approval following a request from a resident. The property in question is located at 1564 Banklick Street in the city’s Westside neighborhood. The Kenton County Planning Commission recommended the zoning change in early December, and the city commission elected to forego a public hearing, meaning that the first reading for the zoning change will take place at the legislative meeting on Jan. 14. The plan is to convert the building into a four-floor apartment complex with 39 units and 52 off-street parking spaces.
Read more about the complex here.
Elsmere votes no on councilmember’s request for virtual meetings
The Elsmere City Council has denied councilmember Serena Owen’s request to attend council meetings remotely as accommodation for her disability. Owen has been seeking to attend meetings virtually since September 2024 due to concerns about her safety. The council offered various accommodations, including a chauffeur to the meetings, a police escort, a bulletproof vest and plexiglass protection around Owen’s seat. Council members have criticized Owen’s lack of attendance at meetings and have not changed their minds about virtual attendance. The council unanimously voted against granting the request, closing the issue for the remainder of the year.
Read more about the request here.
Bellevue mayor highlights city’s 2024 achievements
Bellevue Mayor Charlie Cleves reported on the city’s accomplishments in 2024, including renovating Brun Park, adding a new urgent care facility for pets and welcoming a new Mexican restaurant and bakery to its business district. Cleves also highlighted the city’s successful events and grant-funded projects, including the Donnermeyer Streetscape, Riverfront Commons, and the Van Voast Pedestrian Walking Bridge. The city’s Facebook pages received over 1.3 million views in the last 90 days.
Read more about Bellevue’s 2024 achievements here.
What’s happening this week in NKY government?
Kenton County School Board to elect officers for new year
Kenton County School District Board meeting (rescheduled from Jan. 6): Monday, Jan. 13
What you need to know: The school board will elect a president, chair, vice president, secretary, and treasurer.
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 1045 Eaton Drive in Fort Wright.
The agenda can be found here.
Cold Spring to meet in an executive session
Cold Spring City Council special meeting: Monday, Jan. 13
What you need to know: the Cold Spring City Council is having a special meeting to meet in an executive session for a possible sale of public property and a potential business proposal. There is a possibility of action to be taken after the executive session.
The meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. at 5694 E. Alexandria Pike.
The meeting agenda can be found here.
Crescent Springs caucus meeting: Monday, Jan. 13
The meeting will start at 6 p.m. at 739 Buttermilk Pike.
The meeting agenda can be found here when it is published.
Fort Mitchell City Council: Monday, Jan. 13
What you need to know: The council will make various board appointments.
The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. at 2355 Dixie Highway.
The meeting agenda can be found here.
Newport Commission to consider reconstituting the parks and recreation division
Newport Board of Commissioners special meeting: Monday, Jan. 13
What you need to know: Aside from considering reconstituting its parks and recreation division and hiring an economic development coordinator, the commission is swearing in its members and appointing the vice mayor.
The commission is also considering changing its meeting time from 7 to 6:30 p.m.
The meeting will start at 7 p.m. at the Newport City Building at 998 Monmouth Street.
The agenda can be found here.
Park Hills City Council: Monday, Jan. 13
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 1106 Amsterdam Road.
Kenton County to discuss accepting bid for owner representative/project manager services for the New County Park
Kenton County Fiscal Court: Tuesday, Jan. 14
What you need to know: Kenton County will request approval to accept the bid from JS Held for Owner Representative/Project Manager Services for the New County Park. Review the project here.
The meeting will start at 5:30 p.m. at the Kenton County Government Center, 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Covington.
The agenda can be found here.
Covington to execute a contract with structural repair group for Duveneck House
Covington Board of Commissioners: Tuesday, Jan. 14
What you need to know: Aside from the agreement with a structural systems repair group for the Duveneck House Home Stabilization Project, the city also plans to renew its agreement with Swimsafe Pool Management for the 2025 pool season.
The meeting will start at 6 p.m. at 20 West Pike Street.
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Dayton to discuss franchise agreement with Duke Energy
Dayton City Council: Tuesday, Jan. 14
What you need to know: The city will hold a second reading of an ordinance granting Duke Energy a franchise to operate an electric and natural gas distribution system.
The meeting will start at 7 p.m. at 625 2nd Ave.
The agenda can be found here.
Elsmere City Council: Tuesday, Jan. 14
The meeting will start at 7:30 p.m. at 3921 Dixie Highway.
The agenda can be found here when it is published.
Florence City Council: Tuesday, Jan. 14
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 8100 Ewing Boulevard.
The agenda can be found here when it is published.
Walton City Council: Tuesday, Jan. 14
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 44 N. Main St.
The agenda can be found here when it is published.
Fort Wright City Council: Wednesday, Jan. 15
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 409 Kyles Lane.
The agenda can be found here when it is published.
Villa Hills City Council: Wednesday, Jan. 15
The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at 719 Rogers Road.
Alexandria City council: Thursday, Jan. 16
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 8236 West Main St.
The meeting agenda can be found here when it is published.
