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Law Enforcement Exemptions Under the Kentucky Open Records Act
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
Get Required Workplace Posters at No Charge
Michael Simon on July 19, 2024
UPDATE for 2024: Kentucky statutes and federal regulations enforced by agencies within the DOL require that employers post certain posters or notices in a conspicuous area.
DLG Updates COLA for Mayor/Legislative Body
Michael Simon on April 3, 2024
The Department for Local Government (DLG) recently increased the maximum mayor and legislative body member pay for 2024.
Changes to Procurement and Property Disposition
Megan Griffith on June 29, 2023
The 2023 legislative session brought changes to how cities procure, and dispose of, city property.
Child Labor Laws and Summer Hiring
Chris Johnson on May 30, 2023
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.
Video Teleconference Meetings
Morgain Patterson on May 8, 2023
Public meetings conducted by video teleconference do not require significant expense for most cities.
September is National Preparedness Month
Megan Griffith on September 9, 2022
September is National Preparedness Month, and KLC wants to remind our members of the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies.
Is Your Committee Complying with the Open Meetings Act?
Megan Griffith on June 29, 2022
The Open Meetings Act establishes a right of access to public meetings.
Mental Health Conditions and the FMLA
Michael Simon on June 9, 2022
The Family and Medical Leave Act obligates all public entities, including cities, to provide FMLA. However, not every city will have eligible employees.
CDL Requirements
Chris Johnson on April 18, 2022
Since February 7, 2022, cities have had and will continue to have a far more difficult time securing licensing for entry-level CDL drivers.
Call to the Post – Don’t Forget to Set Elected Official Pay
Chris Johnson on March 7, 2022
KRS 83A.070(1) requires that a city’s legislative body set the compensation of elected city officers by ordinance by the first Monday of May in the year.
Public Business on Private Cell Phones
Megan Griffith on September 1, 2021
With the increased use of cell phones for quick and easy communication, what happens when a public official conducts public business through a private cell phone?
Single Audit Requirement and CARES Act Funding
Morgain Patterson on June 3, 2021
Kentucky cities and counties received over $300 million from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
Budget Deadline Reminders
Chris Johnson on April 28, 2021
Budget season is upon us yet again and KLC Legal would like to take the opportunity to remind you of some important dates and requirements.
Mask-Wearing of Vaccinated Employees in the Workplace
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its public health recommendations for those who have been fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus.
CDC Issues New Guidance on Quarantine of Fully Vaccinated Persons
On February 10, 2021 the Center for Disease Control (CDC) issued new recommendations for those who have been fully vaccinated by the COVID-19 vaccine.
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