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Emergency Managers Can Apply for FEMA Fellowship Program
?Kentucky emergency managers can apply for FEMA’s 2024 Vanguard Executive Crisis Leaders Fellowship. The program is for executive-level leaders.
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Community LEAP Grant
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is now taking applications for Communities LEAP (Local Energy Action Program) round 2.
Cities Have Power To Enact Local Burn Bans
Kentucky cities have an important tool to help prevent wildfires in addition to state burn bans. The state’s designated wildfire seasons run from Oct. 1 – Dec. 15, and Feb. 15 – April 30. During those times, Read More
Kentucky From Above GIS Mapping Program Unveiled
City officials and those with agencies involved in city government can access the new geographic information system (GIS) mapping project called KyFromAbove.
KLC Disaster Preparedness & Response Handbook
The Kentucky League of Cities released a new publication to help cities and organizations that serve cities respond to and prepare for any disaster.
Kentucky Cities Can Apply for All-America City Award
Cities must submit a letter of intent to apply for the 2023 All-American City Award by Dec. 15, 2022. Applications are due Feb. 15, 2023.
New Resources for Coal Communities
Energy Communities IWG has two new resources to support communities navigating economic and energy transitions.
Quarterly Opioid Settlement Certifications Required
Cities are required to submit the KYOAAC Certification to the opioid abatement advisory commission each quarter, regardless of whether opioid monies are spent.
NEW Kentucky G.R.A.N.T. Program Workshops Scheduled
Kentucky cities in 95 counties can apply for the Government Resources Accelerating Needed Transformation (G.R.A.N.T.) Program to help fund federal grant match requirements.
Funding available to clean up polluted water sources
?Cities can apply for grant funding through the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet for projects that help clean up polluted streams, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.
Peace Officer’s Oath to Suppress Gaming
Several cities recently contacted KLC about KRS 62.040, the Peace Officer’s Oath to Suppress Gaming, considering sports gambling is now legal in the Commonwealth.
Kentucky Surplus Property Auction Runs Oct. 16-24
The Kentucky Division of Surplus Properties will host its annual online equipment auction Oct. 16-24, 2023.
Solicitations Open for EPA Brownfield Grants
?The Kentucky League of Cities partners with the Kentucky Brownfield Program to provide resources and tools to cities.
2023 KLC Award Winners
The Kentucky League of Cities was honored to recognize the recipients of the 2023 KLC Awards during the annual Conference & Expo in Lexington. An independent panel of judges reviewed this year’s nominations and selected the winners. KLC presents a...
Shine While You Dine
The Dine Like A Diplomat®? training has garnered much interest from cities and communities across the commonwealth.
KLC Welcomes New Leadership
Auburn Mayor Mike Hughes will serve as the 2023-2024 president, Benton Mayor Rita Dotson is the first vice president, and Beaver Dam Mayor Paul Sandefur is the second VP
Cities Can Participate in Financial Training Program
The Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund, a nonprofit organization, has opened an application opportunity for municipalities to participate in a financial training program.
