This week in NKY government meetings, Elsmere will hear a presentation from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, District 6, on the Dixie Highway reconfiguration and resurfacing project.
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?
Campbell County increases number of free trash disposal vouchers
Campbell County is expanding its Solid Waste Voucher Program to make trash disposal easier for residents by increasing access to vouchers and adding flexibility for larger cleanouts. Instead of receiving up to two vouchers twice a year, residents can now get four vouchers annually at one time, with no evidence of misuse so far. Additionally, every four years, residents can request 10 extra vouchers—up to 14 total—to help with situations like moving or clearing out a home. The vouchers cover free disposal of household waste at designated Rumpke facilities, and the program remains within budget due to underuse. Originally created as a cost-effective alternative to additional county cleanup events, the program has already seen moderate participation, with residents required to show proof of residency and follow guidelines on accepted and prohibited items.
Read more about the trash voucher program here.Â
River Ridge traffic, parking redesign clears planning commission
Plans to improve traffic and safety at River Ridge Elementary in Villa Hills have advanced after receiving a public facility review approval from the Kenton County Planning Commission. The project aims to address heavy congestion and long car lines on Amsterdam Road by adding a looping roadway around the school, new parking areas with over 100 spaces, a connecting sidewalk, playground updates, and drainage improvements. Although planning began in 2023 and faced delays due to easement issues, final construction documents were approved in December. Commissioners supported the plan but raised concerns about significant tree clearing, particularly near a potentially sensitive wetland area, and included those concerns in their recommendation to the school district.
Read more about the traffic redesign at River Ridge here.Â
County OKs annexation for Independence industrial park expansion
The Kenton County Planning Commission has approved the annexation of about 96 acres into the City of Independence, paving the way for a potential expansion of the Park 536 industrial development along KY-536. The expansion, led by Van Trust Real Estate, could add three new buildings to the existing two, though tenants have not yet been secured. The commission determined the annexation aligns with the county’s comprehensive plan and recommended rezoning the land from residential to industrial, with final approval pending from the Independence City Council. The largely vacant property, which includes ponds and sits near existing industrial and residential areas, is expected to be purchased later this year, with early construction possibly beginning soon after further permitting.
Read more about the industrial park expansion here.Â
Boone County, Bavarian negotiations continue over landfill expansion and fees
Boone County officials are continuing negotiations with Bavarian Waste over a proposed expansion of its landfill, which would significantly increase capacity as the current site nears its limit. While Bavarian has requested an expansion of about 37.7 million tons, county officials have suggested a smaller increase of roughly 15.6 million tons, though both sides appear close to agreement on capacity. The main remaining disagreement centers on host agreement fees, with the county proposing rates below market averages and Bavarian arguing higher fees would be passed on to residents and could threaten its competitiveness. If an agreement is reached, it must undergo multi-county and state approval, but if talks fail, the region may need to seek alternative waste disposal solutions.
Read more about the landfill expansion here.Â
What’s happening this week in NKY government?
Edgewood City Council meeting: Monday, April 6
The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at 385 Dudley Road.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Independence City Council meeting: Monday, April 6
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 5409 Madison Pike.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Union City Commission meeting: Monday, April 6
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 1843 Bristow Drive.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Wilder City Council meeting: Monday, April 6
The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at 520 Licking Pike.
Highland Heights City Council: Tuesday, April 7
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 176 Johns Hill Road.
Boone County Fiscal Court meeting: Tuesday, April 7
The meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. at 2950 Washington St. in Burlington.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Covington Commission Caucus meeting: Tuesday, April 7
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 20 West Pike St.
The agenda can be found here.
Elsmere City Caucus meeting: Tuesday, April 7
The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at 3921 Dixie Highway.Â
What you need to know: Elsmere will hear a presentation from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 about the Dixie Highway reconfiguration and resurfacing Project. This is the first in a series of informational meetings that will take place regarding the project. As part of a resurfacing project, and to enhance safety for road users, a roadway reconfiguration on Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) between Turfway Road (KY 1017) and Commonwealth Avenue (KY 236) is planned.​Â
Read more about the proposed project here.Â
The agenda can be found here.Â
Erlanger City Council meeting: Tuesday, April 7
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 505 Commonwealth Ave.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Florence City Council Caucus meeting: Tuesday, April 7Â
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 8100 Ewing Blvd.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Kenton County School Board meeting: Tuesday, April 7
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 1055 Eaton Drive Fort Wright.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Bellevue City Council meeting: Wednesday, April 8
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 616 Poplar St.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Taylor Mill City Council meeting: Wednesday, April 8
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 5219 Taylor Mill Road.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Boone County Board of Education meeting: Thursday, April 9
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 99 Center St. in Florence.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Crescent Springs City Council meeting: Thursday, April 9
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at 739 Buttermilk Pike.
The agenda can be found here.Â
Ludlow City Council meeting: Thursday, April 9
The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at 51 Elm St.
