Resolution to Support Amendment 1
The Boone County Republican Party passed a resolution in support of voting yes on Amendment 1, agreeing that language should be added to the Kentucky Constitution to prevent voting by non-citizens.
Public Library Board October 21
Residents continue to be frustrated by lack of support for the Chapin Memorial Library and for including a conservative publication in the library’s periodicals selection. The board addressed budget reports, expansion of the Florence branch, a proposed code of ethics and other matters.
Planning & Zoning October 16
The October 16 Planning & Zoning meeting saw the denial of one multi-family development proposal, with many attending to speak in opposition.
Planning & Zoning September 4
Nearly all proposals discussed at the September 4 Planning Commission meeting dealt with affordable housing options to meet the needs of the county’s growing population.
Planning & Zoning August 21
Proposals under consideration further expand multi-family development, including one by the developer of a single-family subdivision who committed in writing to not build multi-family units.
Planning & Zoning August 7
The report from the August 7 Planning & Zoning meeting includes new proposals for multi-family units off Mount Zion Road, Gunpowder Road, and Dixie Highway. Public hearings or final action on several proposals is scheduled for September 4.
Planning & Zoning July 24
The Local Issues Committee notifies of two series of public meetings regarding Boone County’s Long Range/Comprehensive Plan and updates on action to allow cannabis businesses.
Planning & Zoning July 3
Local Issues Committee chair Randy Stigall notes that changes proposed at the July 3 meeting would, if approved, permit construction of 742 multi-family/condo units.
Planning & Zoning June 19
At its June 19 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission postponed one request, reported negotiations on two and finalized a change requested by Walmart in Florence.
Planning & Zoning June 5
Planning and Zoning requests include changes to allow cannabis businesses, continued residential multi-family development, and commercial expansion.