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.
Florence City Council August 26
With two members absent at the August 26 meeting, lack of quorum prevented voting, but the city council reported on funds for Children’s Home of Kentucky; discussed rights of way franchise fees; and heard reports on city initiatives, events and schedules.
Fiscal Court August 19
Of note, the Fiscal Court voted to reduce the county portion of property tax to 8.5 cents per $100 valuation. Several contracts were awarded or amended. More than 100 residents voiced opposition to use of eminent domain for a Frogtown Road project.
Florence City Council August 19
A resolution to authorize an agreement between Florence and Kenton County regarding use of the Florence Senior Center passed unanimously. Also on the agenda was explanation of rights of way for utility lines that follow a city street.
Public Library Board August 18
The Library Board further discussed residents’ concerns about vagrancy at the Florence branch; reported on $23,000 in grants received; and settled on a 4.1% compensating tax rate, among other issues.
Florence City Council August 12
Florence City Council discussed an agreement with Kenton County for the latter’s residents’ use of the Florence Senior Center. Also on the agenda was a recommendation that residents seek service line protection, which often is not included in homeowner’s insurance.