Public Library Board October 20
Some grant applications are pending while the government is shut down, but the BCPL did receive a $10K grant from the Kentucky Arts Council. Citizens spoke about media they would like the library to offer.
Planning & Zoning October 15
The Planning Commission continues to address proposals for expanded residential development.
Florence City Council October 14
The proposed Wawa at Hopeful Church Rd and US Highway 42 generated significant discussion, and residents were on hand to voice their concerns on that issue as well as on solar panel arrays and the skate park.
Florence City Council October 7
Representatives from the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services presented statistics and needs of Boone County’s foster care system, among other items of business.
Union City Commission October 6
Union City commissioners heard from local residents as well as received updates on the West Ridge development, efforts to reduce semi-truck parking on interstate ramps, and Union Town Center, among other items of business.
Planning & Zoning October 1
Notably at the Planning Commission meeting, approval sought for a very dense residential development at 2063 Hathaway Road was denied. A proposal for a similarly dense development will come before the Tech Committee on October 15.
Florence City Council September 23
Among other business, Florence City Council discussed and voted on measures imposing franchise fees and further discussed and/or voted on zoning changes at 8748 US Highway 42 and 8540 US Highway 42.
Public Library Board September 15
The Library Board heard from the director and accountant, progressed toward the director’s annual evaluation, among other business.
Planning & Zoning September 3
Dense development along Hathaway Rd is back on the Planning Commission agenda, with final action to be taken October 1. Three other housing developments also are under consideration.
Union City Commission September 3
An agent for leasing space in Union Promenade explained why the promised mix of shopping and eating choices has not panned out, and the commission discussed and voted on tax rates.