What you need to know With home values up nearly 24% this year, Independence leaders are moving to cut the property tax rate in hopes of softening the blow for homeowners. With 2025 being a reassessment year in Independence for property valuations, Independence Mayor Chris Reinersman said the city tried to lower the tax rate […]
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Kenton County Schools talk White’s Tower renovation; Newport to discuss Route 8 Bridge project
This week in NKY government meetings, Kenton County Schools will consider the construction drawings for White’s Tower Elementary School renovation project, while Newport plans to discuss the Kentucky Route 8 Bridge Replacement Project Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this […]
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Independence rejects proposal for local board of adjustment
Independence will not move forward with establishing an independent board of adjustment for the city. Independence Councilmember Greg Steffen proposed the change and was the only council member to vote yes. Steffen said he introduced the change because it would give the city local control rather than having a joint board through the county. “My […]
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Independence receives clean annual financial audit
The city of Independence’s annual financial audit has been deemed clean by the accounting firm Chamberlin Owen, with no modifications or deficiencies found, indicating the city is in good financial shape.
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Independence considers ban of trucks, heavy vehicles on Stephens Road
Independence City Council is considering legislation to ban tractor trailer traffic and other large vehicles on Stephens Road, with exemptions for emergency vehicles, school buses, and garbage trucks, and a fine of $500 for first offenders and $750 for repeat offenders.
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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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Five incumbents, one challenger join the Independence City Council
The Independence City Council has elected six new members, including Christopher Vogelpohl, Carol Franzen, Tom Brinker, Greg Waite, Greg Steffen, and Matthew Fehler, to serve two-year terms.
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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.
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Government at a glance: Weekly meeting highlights
NKY government recaps include Boone County’s consideration of a text amendment to regulate solar panel installations, Southgate City Council’s proposal to allow golf carts on the streets and Covington’s approval of a mortgage for North by Hotel Covington.