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KLC Welcomes Kentucky Little Citizens
As we continue to work on building civic understanding among Kentucky’s young people, KLC is proud to introduce Kentucky Little Citizens.
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USDA Funding Offered to Cities
Kentucky cities with a population of less than 50,000 can apply for USDA Rural Development grants to provide rural communities the technical know-how to continue growing.
Environmental Funding Workshop Offered
The Kentucky Department for Environmental Protection will host a workshop to help local governments and others navigate funding opportunities for environmental projects.
New Opioid Funds Spending Portal Now Active
Kentucky cities can use a new online portal to report their use of opioid settlement funds.
Update for Kentucky Broadband Stakeholders
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) recently issued its Read More
New Opioid Abatement Funding Available
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman announced Monday, June 9, that cities can apply for a share of up to $5 million in funding to help fight the state’s opioid crisis.
19 Confirmed Dead Following Tornadoes, Flooding
Severe weather hit Kentucky this weekend, leaving 19 people confirmed dead in the London, Somerset, and Russell Springs areas.
KLC 101 Sessions Offered for Employees, Officials
The Kentucky League of Cities now offers KLC 101 sessions anytime to help employees and officials get the most out of their membership.
DOCJT Opens New Training Facility
The Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) opened a new building on Eastern Kentucky University's Richmond campus.
KLC Conducting New City Census
The Kentucky League of Cities is conducting a 2025 City Census.
Sewer and Stormwater Grants Available
The Energy and Environment Cabinet has opened a call for letters of intent for the Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grant Program.
Burnside Recertified as City of Ethics
The City of Burnside completed its recertification training for the KLC Certified City of Ethics program.
Joseph Coleman Scholarship Applications Due June 6
The Kentucky League of Cities created the Dr. Joseph Coleman Memorial Scholarship to celebrate Joseph's lifelong dedication to education and public service.
2025 KLC Reverse Salt Auction for Cities
KLC, in partnership with eBridge, will host an Online Reverse Salt Auction for KLC member cities on May 20, 2025.
Change to Commonwealth Mileage Reimbursement Rate
The Finance and Administration Cabinet announced on March 14, 2025, a change to the mileage reimbursement rate for agencies using the commonwealth rate.
UPDATE: Flooding Claims Sixth Life
Kentucky cities continue to deal with flooding from storms that hit the commonwealth last week and through the weekend.
Helping Cities Impacted by Severe Weather
The Kentucky League of Cities' "Cities Helping Cities" program can help mayors in flood affected areas with current or future needs.
