Planning & Zoning January 22
Public hearings were set regarding a proposed medical marijuana dispensary and a coffee shop, both in Florence, a hotel on the Frogtown Connector, and changes to use on Mineola Park, among others. Action on the contentious proposal for Conrad Lane at Carry Back Drive continues to be deferred.
Florence City Council January 21
Council members heard a presentation regarding construction of a new hotel on Merchant Street, and a Florence resident indicated his intent to pursue the open council seat formerly held by the late David Osborne.
Fiscal Court January 21
Members of the Fiscal Court discussed preferred installation of solar panels; regulations governing EV vs. gasoline stations; a joint resolution to designate part of Ky 18 as Donald Trump Highway; and other issues.
Boone County School Board January 16
The January Boone County School Board meeting includes a stunning treasurer’s report.
Florence City Council January 14
Florence City Council noted the passing of long-time councilman David Osborne, who served from 1976 to 1989 and again from 1992 to 2025. Agenda items included a reactive traffic system, problems with cars blocking streets during snow removal and some residents ignoring parking ordinances.
Planning & Zoning January 8
The commission continued discussion of a contentious change at Conrad Lane and Carry Back Drive in Burlington; passed and sent other proposals to city councils; and heard several new commercial projects.
Florence City Council January 7
Florence City Council agenda items included explanation of a traffic light system that senses normal traffic and emergency vehicles and times lights accordingly. Also noted were residential and commercial projects as well as businesses that are closing.
Planning & Zoning December 18
Final action to be taken on several proposals at the January 8 meeting. A contentious proposal for the north side of Conrad Ln. across from Carryback Dr. in Burlington continues. Agreement was reached on a change to zoning at 8109 US Hwy 42.
Florence City Council December 17
The Florence City Council recognized officers who responded to a July 6 shooting incident, welcomed new firefighters and paramedics, welcomed and swore in members of the new council and covered other business.
Public Library Board December 16
Highlights from the Boone County Public Library Board’s December meeting at the main library in Burlington included a staff presentation on childcare centers, discussion of one challenged book, introduction of awareness programs, policy reviews, a report from the BCPL Foundation and other items of business.