This week in NKY government meetings, Fort Mitchell plans to appoint a new city council member.
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 last week in NKY government?
Boone County orders demolition of Point Pleasant home deemed unsafe
Boone County has ordered the demolition of a deteriorated, unoccupied house at 3079 Point Pleasant Road in Hebron after code enforcement officials determined it posed a public safety risk due to a collapsed wall and a failing foundation. Following an anonymous complaint last October, inspectors found the structure in violation of local regulations, and the property owner—who does not live at the home—acknowledged its unsafe condition but said he could not afford demolition.
The Boone County Code Enforcement Board ruled in November that the structure was a public safety concern, citing its severe structural damage and proximity to the roadway, and the fiscal court later approved a resolution supporting demolition. The county will cover the upfront costs and invoice the owner, with the option to place a lien on the property if the costs are not repaid.
Read more about the home demolition here.
Newport Independent Schools outline balanced draft budget
Newport Independent Schools presented a draft budget on Jan. 28, offering an early, high-level look at a balanced financial outlook for the 2026–27 school year, with projected revenues and expenditures each totaling $18.9 million and an estimated $1.47 million contingency fund.
The draft, which does not require formal approval, is intended to give the board an overview of revenues, major spending categories and assumptions based on current data and historical trends, including potential changes to SEEK funding. Treasurer Kim Snapp said the budget reflects the best information currently available, while board members emphasized ongoing communication with district leadership.
Read more about the draft budget here.
Boone County group seeks review of jail’s ICE agreement
Members of the Boone County is Better community group urged the Boone County Fiscal Court to review and increase transparency around the Boone County Jail’s cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, citing concerns about due process, public safety and fiscal responsibility.
During the Jan. 28 meeting, speakers referenced a recent federal ruling in Hernandez v. Maydak, in which a judge ordered the release or bond hearing of an ICE detainee held at the jail, prompting questions about whether other uncharged individuals may be detained without constitutional protections. The group renewed a request for monthly public reporting on six detention-related metrics, including the number of uncharged detainees, length of stay, medical response times, and legal liability.
Read more about the group’s concerns here.
Kenton County, Covington residents continue to urge against ICE cooperation
Northern Kentucky residents have continued to press local governments to end cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, with repeated calls at Kenton and Campbell county fiscal court meetings since December to terminate agreements that allow ICE detainees to be housed in local jails.
At the Jan. 27 Kenton County Fiscal Court meeting, multiple speakers urged the county to withdraw from its 287(g) agreement, arguing that local law enforcement should not carry out federal immigration duties or detain individuals without criminal records. The advocacy coincided with renewed discussion in Covington, where City Council candidate Tom Hull called for explicit city policies to establish legal guardrails around ICE activity, including police training, public education on residents’ rights, and limits on enforcement practices. Speakers said such measures are needed to protect community trust and prevent harm, as local officials across the region continue to face sustained public pressure over ICE cooperation.
Read more about the residents’ urge against ICE cooperation here.
Local mayors discuss possible ban on local short-term rental rules
Several Kenton County mayors are pushing back against proposed legislation in Frankfort that would prevent local governments from regulating short-term rentals, citing concerns about neighborhood impacts, housing costs, and zoning authority. During a recent Kenton County Mayors Group meeting, local leaders voiced opposition to Kentucky Senate Bill 112, sponsored by Sen. Craig Richardson, which would prohibit cities from requiring licenses, setting density limits, or imposing residency rules on short-term rentals.
Mayors argued that such regulations are necessary to prevent the spread of short-term rentals in residential areas and to protect local communities, rejecting claims that the issue is solely about property rights. The bill, introduced Jan. 21 and awaiting committee assignment, has renewed longstanding tensions between state lawmakers and local officials as short-term rentals continue to grow across Northern Kentucky.
Read more about the possible ban on local short-term rental rules here.
What’s happening this week in NKY government?
Kenton County Board of Education meeting: Monday, Feb 2
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 2044 Tuscanyview Drive in Covington.
The agenda can be found here.
Edgewood City Council meeting: Monday, Feb 2
The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at 385 Dudley Road in Edgewood.
What you need to know: The council will discuss a second reading of an ordinance on a qualified manufactured homes zoning amendment.
The agenda can be found here.
Highland Heights City Council meeting: Monday, Feb. 2
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 176 Johns Hill Road.
Independence City Council meeting: Monday, Feb. 2
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 5409 Madison Pike.
What you need to know: The city will have a solicitation ordinance update.
Read more about that ordinance conversation here.
The agenda can be found here.
Union City Commission meeting: Monday, Feb. 2
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 1843 Bristow Drive.
The agenda can be found here.
Fort Mitchell City Council meeting: Monday, Feb. 2
What you need to know: The city council will appoint a new member to replace the appointment of former city council member Greg Pohlgeers to the mayoral role.
Read more about Pohlgeers’ appointment here.
Wilder City Council meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 3
The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at 520 Licking Pike.
The agenda can be found here.
Covington Commission Caucus meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 3
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 20 West Pike St.
The agenda can be found here.
Elsmere City Council meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 3
The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at 3921 Dixie Highway.
The agenda can be found here.
Erlanger City Council meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 3
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 505 Commonwealth Ave.
The agenda can be found here.
Florence City Council meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 3
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 8100 Ewing Blvd.
Campbell County Fiscal Court meeting: Wednesday, Feb.4
The meeting starts at 9 a.m. at 8352 E Main St. in Alexandria.
The agenda can be found here.
Fort Wright City Council meeting: Wednesday, Feb. 4
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 409 Kyles Lane.
The agenda can be found here.
Alexandria City Council meeting: Thursday, Feb. 5
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 8236 West Main St.
The agenda can be found here.