Walton’s long-anticipated Owens Lake Park will officially open to the public this month. On April 26, the 54-acre property off Church Street and Percival Road will officially open its gates during a grand opening celebration, beginning at noon. The park will include walking trails, ample green space, and a pavilion for gatherings and events. Further, […]
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Walton to begin collecting 2% payroll tax in 2026
Walton workers will begin paying a new 2% payroll tax at the start of next year to help raise money for its nearly at-capacity sewer system. At its meeting Tuesday evening, city council voted 5-1 to move forward working with Boone County to begin collecting a 2% occupational tax on all Walton workers. Councilman Matt […]
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Covington’s city hall vote, Dayton’s state of city address, and more
This week, in NKY government meetings, Covington will vote on the new city hall construction contract; while Dayton will hear the state of the city address. 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 […]
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Kenton County Schools to discuss Hinsdale circulation project, and more this week in NKY
This week, in NKY government meetings, Kenton County Schools will discuss phase two of the Hinsdale Elementary circulation project and more. 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 meetings? Newport to advance […]
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Campbell County assisted living proposal; Kenton County law enforcement drones, and more
This week, in NKY government meetings, Campbell County will discuss plans for an assisted living facility; Kenton County will consider a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement drone program. 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 […]
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Walton names street after local veterans
A new road in Walton has been named in honor of two deceased local veterans. A previously unnamed, dead-ended spur will now be known as Ross Kerns Drive in honor of Woodrow Ross Jr. and Lawrence Kerns, decorated veterans and Walton residents who passed away in 2016 and 2014, respectively. “They were both great citizens […]
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Walton implements 2% payroll tax for sewer system expansion
Walton will be implementing a new payroll tax to raise funds for its nearly at-capacity sewer system. At a meeting Tuesday evening, city council approved a 2% payroll tax for all individuals working in Walton. The new tax is anticipated to generate about $2.5 million annually. The council had decided at its Nov. 12 meeting […]
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New payroll tax may be coming to Walton. Here’s why
Walton City Council proposed implementing a new payroll tax at its meeting Tuesday evening to raise funds for their nearly at-capacity sewer system. The proposed payroll tax would be 2% for all individuals working in Walton, which is estimated to generate about $2.5 million annually. The funds would be used to expand Walton’s sewer system, […]
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Logistics company invests $6.6 million in Boone County expansion
Verst Group Logistics, one of the largest logistics companies in Greater Cincinnati, is investing over $6 million to expand its operation in Boone County. Verst Group Logistics is a full-scale logistics provider in warehousing, fulfillment, packaging and transportation. Founded in 1966, Verst Group has operations based in Walton, Florence, Hebron, Lexington and Louisville. The project […]
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Walton approves property tax rates
Walton City Council set its property tax rates for the next fiscal year during a special meeting Monday. The compensated tax rate for real property will be $0.091 per $100 of property valuation ($0.91 per $1,000). It applies to all property subject to taxation for calendar year 2024 and is due by Nov. 1. For […]