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Member Relations

The 411 on 988

What City Officials Need to Know about the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

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Legal

Get Required Workplace Posters at No Charge

Kentucky statutes and federal regulations enforced by agencies within the DOL require that employers post certain posters or notices in a conspicuous area.

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Legal

Changes to Procurement and Property Disposition

The 2023 legislative session brought changes to how cities procure, and dispose of, city property.

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Legal

Child Labor Laws and Summer Hiring

Warm weather is here, and school is almost out. The need for good employees in our city remains high, and our members are looking to hire teenage workers for the summer.

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Legal

Video Teleconference Meetings

Public meetings conducted by video teleconference do not require significant expense for most cities.

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Member Relations

“Dark Sky” Tourism and Standards

Communities are Taking Steps to Dim Light Pollution

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Member Relations

At Attention! Proper Flag Etiquette

The American flag is a “living symbol” of our nation. Its care and handling are part of honoring our country’s past, present, and future.

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Member Relations

Arbor Day is April 28

Celebrating Trees in Kentucky Cities

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Member Relations

Looking for a City Intern or Employee?

One job platform stands out when recruiting young people.

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HR

IRS Raises Standard Mileage Reimbursement Rate for 2023

Cities that use the IRS rate to reimburse employees and elected officials should note that on Jan. 1, 2023, the IRS raised the standard mileage reimbursement to 65.5 cents.

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Member Relations

For Kentucky Cities, the Season for Giving is Year-Round

The “Cities Helping Cities” philosophy helps communities when they need it most.

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Member Relations

Kentuckians Relish the Sport of Pickleball

Pickleball is one of Kentucky’s Fastest Growing Recreational Activities

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HR

Daylight Saving Time Ends Nov. 6

Employers Should Prepare for Possible Overtime

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Member Relations

Affordable Housing: Where Does Your City Stand?

The issue of homelessness is becoming more visible with unhoused/unsheltered individuals on the streets, but other aspects of the housing crisis are often hidden.

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HR

How to Write a Job Description

Every position in your city should have a job description that establishes the main points and essential qualifications.

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Legal

September is National Preparedness Month

September is National Preparedness Month, and KLC wants to remind our members of the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies.

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