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Terri Johnson on December 19, 2024

KLC curated a calendar of city-related recognition days, weeks, and months to help cities recognize municipal employees and heighten health and safety.

Morgain Patterson on December 12, 2024

Mayors have a duty to distribute open records and open meetings publications to newly elected officials and newly appointed board or commission members.

Chris Johnson on December 3, 2024

Cities must file all required forms with the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority if rehiring retired police officers. Failure to do so could cause a serious financial issue.

Terri Johnson on November 20, 2024

Fifty-three Kentucky cemeteries currently participate in the Wreaths Across America program, including several that are city-run.

Chris Johnson on November 14, 2024

Whether cities need to pay employees for time offices are closed due to inclement weather depends on the employee's status and your city policy.

Terri Johnson on November 5, 2024

Three recent studies can help city officials understand their local housing.

Megan Griffith on October 22, 2024

Understanding the Kentucky Supreme Court’s recent decision in Shively Police Department v. Courier Journal, Inc regarding the application of certain law enforcement exemptions

Terri Johnson on September 13, 2024

The national program can help promote the care and management of public trees in your community.

Chris Johnson on August 22, 2024

State law requires employers give employees reasonable time off to vote, but there are some caveats.

Terri Johnson on June 28, 2024

A new KLC program provides municipal utilities focused lobbying, training, networking, events management, and access to KLC staff and resources.

Terri Johnson on May 24, 2024

Abandoned Properties Can Be Diamonds in the Rough.

Terri Johnson on April 29, 2024

As employers, cities can help raise awareness during May and throughout the year of the important role mental health plays in our lives.

Terri Johnson on April 10, 2024

Utilize Grants and Apply to be A Tree City USA®

Terri Johnson on April 2, 2024

The Kentucky Brownfield Program (KBP) created a new tool to help city officials understand how vacant, abandoned, and underutilized properties can offer opportunities.

Michael Simon on April 3, 2024

The Department for Local Government (DLG) recently increased the maximum mayor and legislative body member pay for 2024.

Terri Johnson on February 8, 2024

Preparation and Planning Go a Long Way to Success