Boone County School Board May 8
The Jill & Stacie Show recaps the May Boone County School Board meeting, highlighting the district’s $88 million balance on hand, tax revenues collected and the end-of-year 2024-2025 progress report.
Planning & Zoning May 7
The controversial Conrad Ln/Carry Back Dr proposal ended with the applicant withdrawing his request. Residents of West Brooke Estates and others along Hathaway Rd turned out to oppose a proposal. A public hearing is scheduled for June 4 regarding a zoning change on Hathaway between Big Bone Rd and Enclave Dr.
Fiscal Court May 6
The meeting saw continued discussion of the proposed Home2Suites hotel between Richwood and Frontage roads and approval of the control swap of Hicks Pike and Chambers Road. Additionally, several contracts were awarded, among other items of business.
Union City Commission May 5
Among other issues, Union commissioners discussed tax revenues, sidewalk and blacktop maintenance, business signage, recycling and several ordinances and orders.
Florence City Council April 22
Representatives of CVG detailed the economic impact of the airport, serving both passengers and cargo, and outlined future plans. A second presentation described the financial markets’ response to tariffs on the city’s investments.
Fiscal Court April 22
The Fiscal Court continues to address issues such as increasing truck traffic, commercial development, possible disregard for the Comprehensive Plan, and several zoning changes. This report includes a link to a detailed appendix.
Public Library Board April 21
The Library Board continued to discuss how to use 16 undeveloped acres adjacent to the Hebron branch and whether the executive director should be evaluated publicly or in closed session.
Boone County School Board April 17
The Boone County School District intends to cut nursing staff and legislators urge the Board to work with them, especially as 2026 is a budget year.
Florence City Council April 15
Florence City Council continues to discuss issues with expected increased traffic if two new businesses are approved for the Burlington Pike/Turfway Rd intersection and the I-71/75 on/off ramps at Turfway Rd.
Florence City Council Public Forum on Solar Panels April 15
A second public forum on solar panel installation in the city of Florence drew residents with a variety of concerns.