Updates from various localities: Independent city, Edgewood, Florence, Elsmere, Covington, Taylor Mill, and Kenton County
In the vibrant cities of Northern Kentucky, a flurry of activities and decisions have been made in recent times. Here's a snapshot of some of the key developments.
Taylor Mill
Residents on Church Street can breathe a sigh of relief as the City Administrator, Brian Haney, has assured them that the authorities are actively working to address their issues. In a bid to secure aid, both state and federal, a municipal order has been passed, officially declaring a State of Emergency due to the floods. Following this, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of Emergency on April 2. Several residents from Church Street attended a commission meeting to ensure their needs from the Kansas City floods were well documented.
In other news, a contract with Verdantas was approved by Taylor Mill commissioners for the Locust Pike sewer study. Additionally, a resolution was passed allowing the expenditure of $160,674.50 on roads in accordance with the Municipal Road Aid fund. Two houses on Wheeler Street in Covington have been demolished due to being in poor condition.
Covington
City Administrator Ken Smith reported that two houses on Wheeler Street in Covington have been demolished due to being in very bad shape. The Covington Commission passed a resolution for a zoning map amendment changing the zoning of a .8 acre site at the south west corner of Eastern Avenue and Dixie Highway from Neighborhood Commercial to Institution.
State Senator Shelley Funke Frommeyer updated the Covington Commission on what happened in the Legislative session in Frankfort this year, emphasizing the importance of home rule to cities in Northern Kentucky. Recreation Director Lucas Elam reported that the drainage in the area of Victory Park needs improvement.
Independence
The Independence City Council is discussing the possibility of taking the Board of Adjustments back from the Joint Board of Adjustments. Council member Greg Steffen prefers the board to be on a local basis for decisions to be made by city residents.
Florence
The Florence City Council passed the second reading of an ordinance for Mike's Car Wash to have alternative signage. The second reading of an ordinance was also approved to tighten up the definition of a shipping container and regulate its usage. Spring cleanup week is scheduled in Florence from April 21 through 27.
Elsmere
Elsmere Police Chief Russell Woods promoted Nicholas Klaiss to Lieutenant and Walt Cooley to Sergeant.
Other Recognitions
Dan Allen, who just retired from the Extension Center, received the first ever Ralph Bailey award in Kenton County. The award is given to public servants who have a record of integrity, accountability, and professionalism, and have had a positive impact on the lives of Kenton County residents.
John Reeves, an Air Force Veteran, was honored with a proclamation appreciating his service. Mayor Dan Bell led the vote for a proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month in Taylor Mill, as he has a grandson who has been diagnosed with autism.
Safety Concerns
A resident in Covington complained about the attention paid to bike and pedestrian safety, urging commissioners to prioritize resident safety and develop a comprehensive safety plan for the streets.
Awards and Accolades
Edgewood Mayor John Link announced that Edgewood has been named the safest city in the Northern Kentucky area.
In other news, a basketball court in Stringtown Park and a basketball court in Lincoln Woods will be resurfaced on April 14.
The first reading of an ordinance was held in the city to add studios to the PO zone.
A resident in Covington complained about the attention paid to bike and pedestrian safety, urging commissioners to prioritize resident safety and develop a comprehensive safety plan for the streets.
In a positive note, Council member Carol Franzen is comfortable with the current performance of PDS Executive Director Sharmili Reddy overseeing the joint board of adjustments. Mayor Chris Reinersman compiled a list of questions and plans to ask Sharmili Reddy at the next meeting.
However, the name of the government official who received the first Ralph Bailey Award in February this year for demonstrating integrity, accountability, and professionalism, positively impacting the lives of Kenton County residents, is not found in the provided search results.
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