Florence city officials discussed proposed updates to city personnel policies during a special city council meeting last week. Presented by human resources administrator Laura Grant, the changes include additional benefits as well as updates that bring the policies into compliance with state and federal requirements. Among the benefits are three new official holidays, the inclusion […]
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Union Town Square phases, Kenton County School renovations and more
The Kenton County Board of Education will discuss building renovation plans at RC Hinsdale Elementary, while Union will discuss Union Town Square phasing options, and Covington will consider a licensing structure for medical cannabis businesses.
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Kenton County budget talks, Covington to discuss government transition and more
Covington is discussing a committee on the form of government transition, while Kenton County is discussing fiscal year budget adjustments.
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Florence prepares for potential medical cannabis businesses
Florence city council passed two ordinances in preparation for potential medical cannabis facilities within the city. This follows the Nov. 5 election where Florence, along with nine other Northern Kentucky cities, voted to allow medical cannabis facilities within the city. Mayor Julie Aubuchon said the council discussed the matter at a special meeting the day […]
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Nearly 300 unit Florence housing development approved
Florence City Council has approved a zoning change for a 28.75-acre property along Gunpowder Road, allowing the development of 264 condos as well as 26 single-family homes. The project sits along the east side of Gunpowder between Ridgeview and Sunrise drives, wrapping around the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. BBB Developers LLC and KPD Developers LLC […]
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What would medical cannabis operations look in Florence, Union?
Boone County, Kentucky has proposed zoning regulations for medical cannabis businesses, which will officially be legal for sale and consumption in January 2025, and the cities of Florence and Union are finalizing their own regulations before the deadline.
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Here are the new Florence city councilmembers
Voters have selected the newest members of the Florence city council. The city council consists of the mayor and six council members. Apart from the mayor, council members serve two-year terms. Joining Mayor Julie Metzger Aubuchon on the city council are incumbents Gary Winn, David Osborne, Patricia Wingo and Leslie Chambers. Newcomers include former mayor Diane […]
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Government at a glance: Weekly meeting highlights
With busy schedules, not everyone can make it to their local city council or fiscal court meeting. LINK nky has you covered. Every Monday, we are recapping 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? Campbell County Board […]
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Boone County superintendent: Vouchers ‘created a lot of challenges’ in Indiana
Boone County Schools Superintendent Jeff Hauswald addressed Florence City Council Tuesday, where he was asked about Amendment 2, which would add language to Kentucky’s constitution that would enable legislators to provide public funding for non-public education. Hauswald, who has served 27 years in education, was formerly the superintendent at Monroe County Schools in Bloomington, Indiana, […]
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Government at a glance: Weekly meeting highlights
Independence City Council has voted to add a police social worker position to the Independence Police Department, Newport is considering implementing composting services, Union City Commission has recognized Union 42 Bourbon & Brew for its new members, and Dayton City Council has approved a 15% lower property tax rate for the next fiscal year.
