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Mar. 3- City of Covington Caucus Meeting- 6:00 pm- Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
Mar. 5- Kenton County Planning Commission- 6:15 pm- Commission Chambers, NKAPC Building, 2332 Royal Drive, Fort Mitchell, KY
Mar. 10- City of Covington Commission Meeting- 7:00 pm- Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
Mar. 11- Code Enforcement Hearing Board- 5:00 pm- Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
Mar. 16- Urban Design Review Board- 4:00 pm- Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
Mar. 17- NKY Area Planning Commission- 5:15 pm- Commission Chambers, NKAPC Building, 2332 Royal Drive, Fort Mitchell, KY
Mar. 17- City of Covington Caucus Meeting- 6:00 pm- Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
Mar. 18- Police Chief's Community Forum - 7:00- Police Headquarters, 20th and Madison
Mar. 18- Board of Adjustment Meeting- 5:30 pm- Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
Mar. 24- City of Covington Commission Meeting- 7:00 pm- Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
Mar. 25- Code Enforcement Hearing Board- 5:00 pm- Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
Mar. 25- Urban Forestry Meeting- 7:00 pm- Recreation Department, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
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Many of Covington's renovations were recently featured in the Enquirer and on NKY.com.
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Security PSA from Wright Patterson Air Force Base Security Forces
Due to the rising number of auto thefts, thefts of GPS systems and cellular devices, the attached memo provides some good safety tips for us all. Click here. |
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Mayor & City Commissioners
Mayor Denny Bowman, Center
From left to right:
Commissioner Sherry Carran
Commissioner Steve Megerle
Commissioner Jerry Stricker
Commissioner Shawn Masters
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TBNK Government Channel 15
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
6:00 PM - Live
Hosted by
Covington Mayor Denny Bowman
Topic
Covington Neighborhoods
Guests
Terry Simpson
Chair of the Covington Neighborhood Collaborative
Susan Ham Barnett
Former Chair, Covington Neighborhood Collaborative
Fritz Kuhlmann
President, Kenton Hills Neighborhood Association
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New Businesses in Covington! |
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Cruz Cheese Shop & Deli
~ Queseria Cruz y Deli ~
208 20th Street
Covington, Kentucky 41014
Cruz Cheese Shop and Deli will offer freshly made on site authentic classes of Mexican Farmer's Cheese. This cheese is ideal for a light offering and when cooking authentic Mexican cuisine. In addition to this delectable offering, the shop will offer deli services including items made with the shop's special ingredient- cheese!
Look for the Shop to be open in mid March.
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Get Ready to Clean Up Covington!
The Great American Clean-Up will be Saturday, April 25th this year! Start thinking about possible clean-up and/or beautification sites in your neighborhood - and start recruiting your volunteers! You'll be provided with gloves, bags, and other supplies.
 For more information, contact your neighborhood association representatives, or Jane Anderson at the Center for Great Neighborhoods at 859-547-5542, or the City Ombudsman/Neighborhood Services Coordinator, Suzann Gettys, at 859-292-2141. | |
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Summer Internship Opportunities
Applications for 2009 Summer Internships in Congressman Davis' offices are now being accepted. In the district, these internships are part-time (1-2 days; 5-10 hours a week) and unpaid. The Washington, D.C., internships may be full or part-time and are likewise unpaid. While academic credit may be obtained, many students do the internships strictly for the educational experience. Over the past four years, more than one hundred students have interned in our Washington, D.C., Ft. Mitchell, Ashland, La Grange, Maysville and Williamstown offices. Applicants must be enrolled in college or graduate school.
If you know of a student who might be interested in interning this summer, please share with them the attached application and encourage them to apply soon. There are usually more applicants than internship slots available, so please be aware that the application process is competitive. Preference will be given to individuals who submit their applications prior to April 1st. For additional information, please contact our Ft. Mitchell Office at 859-426-0080 or our Washington, D.C., Office at 202-225-3465. Click here for application. |
 COVINGTON RESIDENT HANDBOOK
New to Covington or know someone who is? Contact Suzann Gettys, Ombudsman and Neighborhood Services Coordinator, at 292-2141 to receive a copy of this very useful publication. It contains all the information you need to get acclimated in Covington! Click on the picture for the fully downloadable booklet. (This is a large PDF file and may take serveral minutes to download.)
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And from our Departments..........
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Save on Prescription Drugs...
With our new Prescription Discount Card!
Now available at additional locations!
See list below
The Prescription Discount Card is made available to residents by the City of Covington in collaboration with the National League of Cities (NLC) and is made possible through Covington's membership in NLC.
The card is FREE to all Covington residents, regardless of age, income or existing health insurance. By using this card you may save an average of 20% off the regular retail price of prescription drugs at participating pharmacies.
To discover the savings and learn more about the program,CLICK HERE to access the program online and print a card, check drugs prices and locate participating pharmacies.
Residents may also pick up a card at any of the participating pharmacies listed below, or for more information, call toll free: 1-888-620-1749.
Prescription Drug Discount Cards Available at Following Locations:
Beringer Save Discount Drug at 716 Madison Avenue
Paul's Pharmacy at 434 Scott Street
Walgreen's at 1026 Madison Avenue
Kroger at 1525 Madison Avenue
CVS Pharmacy at 2001 Madison Avenue
Boeckley Community Pharmacy
Walgreen's at 3921 Winston Avenue
Blank's Pharmacy at 272 Pike Street
CVS Pharmacy at 4305 Winston Avenue
Kroger at 4303 Winston Avenue
*Also available in 1st Floor Lobby of City Finance Department at 638 Madison Avenue.
New locations in Covington:
BE-CON, 714 Washington Avenue
Cabinet for Human Resources, Department of Social Services, 624 Madison Avenue
Catholic Charities, 3629 Church Street, Latonia
Center for Great Neighborhoods, 1650 Russell Street
Covington Housing Development Department, Home Repair/Rehab Dept, 2300 Madison Avenue
Healthpoint Family Care, 4307 Winston Avenue, Latonia
Legal Aid of the Bluegrass, 104 East 7th Street
NorthKey Community Care, 513 Madison Avenue, 1st Floor
Senior Services of Northern Kentucky, 1032 Madison Avenue
Welcome House Shelter, 205 Pike Street
Women's Crisis Center, 835 Madison Avenue
This is not insurance. Discounts are only available at participating pharmacies. By using this card, participants agree to pay the entire prescription cost less any applicable discount. Savings may vary by drug and pharmacy. |
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Special Event Permits
Special Event Permit applications are available by clicking on the link below. If you have any questions, please call 292-2160.
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An effort to build downtown's first mountain bike trails
Saturday, March 28, 2009
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Devou Park
9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Register today at www.ugive.org
Give Back High will assist the Kentucky Mountain Bike Association and the City of Covington in the construction of 8-10 miles of mountain bike trails at Devou Park; the first beginner, intermediate and advanced trails to exist within the urban center of our region.
Please wear sturdy shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. A great deal of this work will be physical, including shoveling, trimming trees, moving logs, smoothing dirt and using tools.
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Code Enforcement Department |
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Paint It Forward
The Code Enforcement Department is challenging other City departments to join together to paint the exterior of five homes this summer. The Code Enforcement Department will be recruiting volunteers to paint five houses on successive weekends and hopes to continue this program in the future. Many local families have a need but are financially unable to afford the labor and supplies to get their homes painted.
Should you be interested in participating in the Paint it Forward program in May or June please contact Teresa Foreman at 859-292-2323.
Circular Delivery
In reponse to the numerous concerns we are receiving from residents regarding the unsolicited delivery of circulars/newspaper advertisements, we are providing the "unsubscribe / do not deliver" phone numbers for the delivering entities. You can determine which entity to contact based upon the color of the bag which is delivered.
Clear bag / Orange bag:
Community Press
Unsubscribe: 859-442-3465
Complaints: 859-781-4421
Valassis / RedPlum
Do Not Deliver: 513-731-1200
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Route 17 Improvements
Loop detectors, pedestrian push buttons, and overhead lane use signs have been installed by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet at the intersections of Madison and Wallace, 20th and Madison, 20th and Scott, and 20th and Greenup. This will keep the traffic lights green on Route 17 and only turn red when a car on a side street trips the sensor. This will make the new route faster and more efficient for through traffic.
Beginning March 9, the parking on the East side of Madison between Sterrett and Wallace will be prohibited. The curb lane will no longer be forced to turn onto Sterrett. To help with the removal of parking, the PM parking restriction on the West side of Madison between Sterrett and Wallace will also be removed.
South bound traffic on Scott will be encouraged to turn right onto 20th because the right hand lane after the intersection will be closed off. The left hand lane will remain open. A right turn green arrow will remain on unless a car approaches the intersection from west bound 20th. The right hand lane closure will be a temporary material at first and will switch to a permanent material when if it is determined to be effective.
More signage will be installed in the area and message boards will be brought in to help identify the changes.
These are the first phase changes planned. These changes will be assessed for their effectiveness for 90 days and other installations will be considered if needed in the future.
Gas Main Replacements
Duke Energy is currently replacing gas mains as part of 3 projects within the City of Covington. The project areas are shown in the attached maps. This work must be complete by the end of the year, but we are expecting everything to be done by the end of summer. The roadways will be restored to their original condition or better upon project completion. Please be patient with the roadway restoration, all of the new gas mains have to be tested before the road can be resurfaced.
Potholes
Right-of-Way crews continue to repair potholes throughout the city. Please report any potholes or road related maintenance issues to the Department of Public Improvements.
Questions? Call 292-2112 or 292-2292
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Economic Development & Community Relations Department |
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Business Relations and Retention Office
Congratulations Tier1
Tier1 Performance Solutions was recognized in February as ConnectKentucky's Small Technology Business of the Year as part of the 2009 Tech Day in Kentucky. Tier1, located at 6 East 5th Street in Covington, is a provider of online learning and knowledge management tools.ConnectKentucky's mission is to accelerate the growth of technology in support of community and economic development, improved healthcare, enhanced education, and more effective government. "We are excited to honor Tier1 Performance Solutions with the 2009 Small Technology Business of the Year award," Rene True, Executive Director of ConnectKentucky, said in a news release. "As a collaboration of private and public entities, ConnectKentucky is uniquely positioned to facilitate technology-based economic development and Tier1 is an exemplary partner in fostering education and technology throughout Kentucky."
Last year, Tier1 was named in the Inc. 5000 list as one of the nation's fastest-growing companies for the second year in a row.
Rebecca Volpe
Business Relations Specialist
Department of Economic Development and Community Relations
(859) 292-2168
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Renaissance Covington
 YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
TELL US WHAT YOU THINK.
The Kentucky Heritage Council is requesting your help to update the Kentucky State Historic Preservation Plan. The Plan provides guidance for statewide and local preservation efforts, addresses critical issues affecting historic and cultural resources in Kentucky, and recommends solutions to minimize threats to our resources. As the primary state agency responsible for the stewardship of historic properties in the Commonwealth, the Kentucky Heritage Council is required to develop plan priorities, goals, and strategies. The Kentucky State Historic Preservation Plan is updated every five years.
Renaissance Covington, Inc. will be hosting the public meeting for the Northern Kentucky Region. The meeting will be Thursday, March 26, 2009 at 6:30 pm in the City of Covington Commission Chambers located on the first floor of 638 Madison Avenue, Covington, KY 41011.
Please click here for more information about preservation planning or to view a copy of the 2004-2009 Kentucky State Historic Preservation Plan.
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Historic Preservation
2009 River Cities Historic Preservation Awards- Covington
The City of Covington is seeking nominations for the 2009 River Cities Historic Preservation Awards from citizens, businesses, organizations and the community at large.
The Historic Preservation Awards Program was initiated in 2001 by the Covington Historic Preservation Office to celebrate outstanding efforts to preserve and maintain historic properties throughout the city. Historic Preservation Awards are given annually for projects completed within the previous calendar year. The presentation of this year's awards will take place in May 2009 in a ceremony also honoring recipients in Newport and Bellevue. May is the National Historic Preservation month.
Please visit the Historic Preservation website for the nomination form, instructions and guidelines.
All nominations are due by 5:00 pm Monday, April 20, 2009 to the City of Covington Historic Preservation Office, 638 Madison Avenue Suite 407, Covington Kentucky, 41011.
For more information contact the Historic Preservation Office at 859-292-2171 or
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Ombudsman/Neighborhood Services Office
News from the Neighborhoods!
Botany Hills (West Covington)
The next regular meeting of the Botany Hills Neighborhood Association will be held on Thursday, March 19 at 7:00 pm St. John's Congregational Church at 1235 Highway Avenue. Guest Speaker will be Mayor Denny Bowman.
The 2nd Annual Botany Hills Neighborhood Association "Chili Cook-Off " was held Saturday, February 21.
 Judging the entries this year were: Mayor Denny Bowman, State Representative Arnold Simpson and David Schroeder, Director of the Kenton County Public Library.
Winners were:
Judges Choice: Mike Bedinghaus of West Latonia
Peoples Choice: Ray Kingsbury of Botany Hills
Most Unusual: Ron Einhaus of Botany Hills
Kenton Hills
The next regular meeting of the Kenton Hills Neighborhood Association will be held Monday, March 23 at 7:00 at Behringer Crawford Museum in Devou Park.
Lewisburg
The regular monthly meeting of the Lewisburg Neighborhood Group will be held at Prince of Peace School at St. John's Church, 625 West Pike Street at 6:30 pm on Thursday, March 26. Agenda items include an update from the Police Department.
Peaselburg
Covington Firemen's Hall in Peaselburg (W. 23rd & Howell Street) will again have their Annual Fish Fry on Fridays throughout lent from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Stop by and enjoy a delicious Fish and/or Shrimp dinner with all the trimmings, followed by a delicious dessert from the Friends of Peaselburg Dessert Table. This annual fundraiser is a fantastic way to support both the Covington Fire Department and the Friends of Peaselburg Neighborhood Association. For your convenience, you may eat in - or carry out is also available.
The Friends of Peaselburg Neighborhood Association (FOPNA) meets the 4th Monday of each month at the Center for Great Neighborhoods, 1650 Russell Street. There is a block watch meeting that begins at 6:15 pm with a representative from the Police Department, and the neighborhood association meeting begins at 7:00 pm. Click here to view their latest "Goose Tracks" newsletter.
South Covington
The South Covington Community Action Association will hold their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, February 12 at the Hands Pike Firehouse. This month's guest speaker will be Mayor Denny Bowman.
Regular monthly meetings are the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Hands Pike Firehouse, 1255 Hands Pike. Social 1/2 hour begins at 6:30 pm and meetings begin at 7:00 pm. Contact Nancy Ray at 356-8713 or visit www.southcovington.com
Wallace Woods
2009 Wallace Woods Good Neighbor Scholarship Since 1999, the neighbors of Wallace Woods, in Covington, KY, have underwritten an annual $500 scholarship to be used for the education of a young Covington resident. The Wallace Woods Neighborhood Association Good Neighbor Scholarship is an award based on volunteer community service. To be eligible for the Good Neighbor Scholarship: 1. The student must be a resident of Covington, KY. 2. The student may be no older than 24 years of age as of March 31, 2009. 3. The student must have performed voluntary community service. 4. The student must be enrolled in or planning to enroll in an accredited two- to four-year post-secondary educational institution for the 2009 - 2010 school year. Vocational and Technical programs are included. One winner will be selected from qualified applicants, and the scholarship money will be sent to the accredited educational institution of the winner's choice. Applications are available from the City of Covington's website, www.covingtonky.com or the Wallace Woods Website www.wallacewoods.org. Printed applications are available at the Mary Ann Mongan public library in Covington, KY. Completed applications and recommendation forms must be received by WWNA by Friday, April 3, 2009. If the scholarship award is not used by March 31, 2010, it will be forfeited. Applications from students who do not meet eligibility criteria will be disqualified.
The Westside Action Coalition will hold their next meeting on February 10. The meeting will be at the Center for Great Neighborhoods, 1650 Russell Street.Regular monthly meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm at CGN, 1650 Russell St.
Contact John Kidd at 513-295-4532 for additional information.
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Arts District
Artisans Enterprise Center presents
'Textalgia: Eliciting or displaying of nostalgia through the exploration of textures'
Artists: Emily Casagrande, sculpture, David Michael Rice, sculpture, installation and found objects, Dustin Pike, digital illustrations and graphic design and Paul Tribble, mixed media and found objects.
A Short Description of the Show: Four artists explore the potential of communication through their mediums with different textures. Clay, found objects, graphic design and digital illustrations are all used to explore the inner workings of technology, relationships and emotions associated with contemporary realities. The artists employ traditional methods in describing their own apropos subject matter. The exhibition celebrates tactile representations of the 'stuff within the stuff' through display of a range of contemporary artistic expressions.
First Friday opening March 6th, 6-10:00 pm
Additional Lectures at the Artisans Enterprise Center and Associated with the Exhibition:
March 13th 6pm Artists Panel mediated by David Knight, Director of Exhibitions and Collections and Steven Finke, Associate Professor of Art at Northern Kentucky University. We are delighted to host this event where David Knight and Steven Finke talk with the artists showing their works at 'Textalgia' about their impetus to create and their influences during the process. The audience is encouraged to ask questions.
March 25th 6pm 'Mr. Farny's Neighborhood' presented by Elaine Kuhn, Kentucky History Services Coordinator for the Kenton County Public Library (KCPL), presents a retrospective lecture on the life of Henry Farny, the foremost painter of the American Indian and the "Old West" landscape. A native of France, Mr. Farny was a dedicated resident of Covington for many years. The lecture focuses on life and work in Covington during the time Mr. Farny lived here. Audience
participation is encouraged.
Thursday, March 26th 6pm, Transformedia From Dark Caves to the digital age: a survey of media used in visual communication. An investigation into how the media shapes the message, culture and society. A narrative from a graphic designer's perspective.
Friday, March 27th 6pm, Art and Healing Psychologist Dr. Anne Paris draws on her extensive experience working with artists to explore the personal fears that thwart creativity. Arguing that creative blocks and procrastinations are actually the artist's attempts at self-preservation when facing normal psychological issues inherent in the creative process, Dr. Paris suggests that success comes from understanding the deep hopes and fears that profoundly influence creative capacity. Dr. Anne Paris is the author of 'Standing at Water's Edge: Moving Past Fear, Blocks, and Pitfalls to Discover the Power of Creative Immersion(New World Library, June 1, 2008)'.
www.covingtonarts.com
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Smoke Alarm Safety Tips
Smoke alarms save lives. Sixty-five percent of home fire deaths happen in homes with no smoke alarms at all or no smoke alarms that work. When there is a fire, smoke spreads fast and you need smoke alarms to give you time to get out.
Safety tips
- Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement. Interconnect all smoke alarms throughout the home. When one sounds, they all sound.
- An ionization smoke alarm is generally more responsive to flaming fires, and a photoelectric smoke alarm is generally more responsive to smoldering fires. For the best protection, both types of alarms or a combination alarm (photoelectric and ionization) should be installed in homes.
- Test alarms at least monthly by pushing the test button.
- Smoke rises; install smoke alarms following manufacturer's instructions high on a wall or on a ceiling. Save manufacturer's instructions for testing and maintenance.
- Replace batteries in all smoke alarms at least once a year. If an alarm "chirps", warning the battery is low, replace the battery right away.
- Replace all smoke alarms, including alarms that use 10-year batteries and hard-wired alarms, when they are 10 year old or sooner if they do not respond properly.
- Be sure the smoke alarm has the label of a recognized testing laboratory.
- Alarms that are hard-wired (and include battery backup) must be installed by a qualified electrician.
- If cooking fumes or steam sets off nuisance alarms, replace the alarm with an alarm that has a "hush" button. A "hush" button will reduce the alarm's sensitivity for a short period of time.
- An ionization alarm with a hush button or a photoelectric alarm should be used if the alarm is within 20 feet of a cooking appliance.
- Smoke alarms that include a recordable voice announcement in addition to the usual alarm sound, may be helpful in waking children through the use of a familiar voice.
- Smoke alarms are available for people who are deaf or hard of hearing . These devices use strobe lights. Vibration devices can be added to these alarms
Smoke alarms are an important part of a home fire escape plan.
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The Covington Firefighters would like to invite everyone to join us at our weekly Fish Fry every Friday through Lent. We look forward to this time of the year when we can socialize with our great neighbors of Peaselburg and other Covington residents. The Covington Firefighters fish fry gives us an opportunity to sit down with the people of Covington; share thoughts, ideas and opinions.
Good food, refreshments and more, all in a family friendly environment. Come join us!
West 23rd & Howell Streets
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Employment Applications are now accepted on line for all open positions in the new Career Center. In addition to on-line applications, prospective candidates can set up a search agent to notify them when a position becomes available by email - so you never have to miss an opportunity.
The Career Center is accessible through the City of Covington website using the JOBS tab. If you don't have home computer, there is a computer in the Human Resources Department that is available for application purposes. The Kenton County Library system offers internet access from library computers and are free to the public.
If you are unable to use any of the resources listed above, please contact our office at 859-292-2161 for alternative arrangements.
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The Recreation Department has summer job openings, and applications are now available online by clicking here.
APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: MARCH 1, 2009
SUMMER CITY-SCHOOL PROGRAM YOUTH WORKER
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT - 15
SALARY: $8.00-8.50/HR
LIFEGUARD
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT - 15
SALARY: $8.00-$8.50/HR
POOL STAFF
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT - 15
SALARY: $7.15/HR
SUMMER PROGRAM ADULT LEADER
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT - 18
SALARY: $9.50/HR
SUMMER PROGRAM ASSISTANT BUILDING COORDINATOR
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT - 18
SALARY: $11.00/HR
POOL MANAGER
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT - 18
SALARY: $10.75/HR
ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT - 18
SALARY: $10.50/HR
ARTS AND CRAFTS SUPERVISOR
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT - 18
SALARY: $9.00/HR
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Contact Information
Administrative Personnel
Mayor & Commissioners Office
292-2127
John Jay Fossett, City Manager
292-2160
Larry Klein, Assistant City Manager
292-2160
Keith Bales, Code Enforcement Director
292-2323
Tom Logan, Department of Public Improvements Director
292-2112
Kathie Hickey, Economic Development & Community Relations Department
292-2163
Bob Due, Finance Director
292-2175
Mark Young, Fire Chief
431-0462
Aaron Wolfe-Bertling, Housing Development Director
292-2188
Jo Ann Simpson, Human Resources and Personnel Director
292-2161
Frank Warnock, City Solicitor, Legal Department
292-2311
Tracy Denham, City Clerk, Legal Department
292-2314
Suzann Gettys, Ombudsman / Neighborhood Services
292-2141
Lee Russo, Police Chief
292-2220
Natalie Gardner, Recreation Director
292-2151
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News from the Schools
Celebrating Mentors... one student mentored, two lives changedCongratulations to Whitley, a student at Holmes High School, and Sara Ashworth, a teacher at Thomas Edison, a mentoring pair for the last 6 years. Whitley will be graduating this spring and Covington Partners in Preventions and the whole community celebrate Whitley and Sara for their commitment to each other.
Do you have one hour a week to make a difference in the life of a student? For more information, contact Amy Weber, Mentoring Outreach Coordinator, (859) 655-9545 ext. 6520 or amy.weber@covington.kyschools.us Volunteers Needed: Fruits and Veggie Grant
Do you enjoy chopping vegetables and slicing fruit and knowing you are helping a child learn about nutrition? Then we need you! Volunteers are needed at Thomas Edison Elementary School, the first week of each month, and at 9th District Elementary School, the second week of each month, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Volunteers will assist with preparing fruits and vegetables to be served as an afternoon snack to every student as part of the Healthy Snack Team led by that ever-vigilant nutrition leader, Captain Nutrition. For more information, contact Meredith Potter, Fitness Rocks Coordinator, at (513) 295-9540 or meredith.potter@covington.kyschools.us.
Sign up for Covington Partners in Prevention's e-Update
Interested in learning more about programs in the community and schools for youth? Learn what Covington Partners in Prevention is doing to support youth and find a way to get involved. Sign up at www.partnersinprevention.us or email partners@covington.kyschools.us to be added to our mailing list.
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Sixth District Elementary School: Primary Picassos
Date: Friday, March 6, 2009
Time: 3:30 - 5:30 PM
Place: Nordheim Gallery located at Holmes High School
The fifth grade students at Sixth District Elementary School will be holding an Art Show and Reception.
Come and see our displays and meet the young artists!
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Holmes High School Presents
The Annual Grudge Match
March 26, 2009
6:00 p.m.
Dawgs vs. Cops
7:00 p.m.
Dawgs vs. Firemen
8:30 p.m.
City Championship
Covington Holmes Field House
Admission: $3.00 Adults $2.00 Students**
For tickets or information contact Yvonne at (859) 640-4507
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The Center for Great Neighborhoods is providing free income tax preparation!
Volunteers are available to assist you within the following scheduled hours:
Every Saturday from January 24 through April 11 - from 10 am to 1 pm
Select Sundays include: February 1 & 15 and March 1, 15, and 29 - from 1 pm to 3 pm
Please bring the following with you:
· Valid picture ID
· Social Security card(s) for you, your spouse, children, and any others shown on the tax return
· A copy of your 2007 tax return is helpful but not required
· Copies of ALL W-2s, 1098s, 1099s, and the amount of other income received by you, and your spouse if applicable
· Form 8332 for non-custodial parent claiming child
· Child/Dependent Care provider's tax number, if applicable
· Student loan interest/ college tuition expenses paid
· If you are direct depositing your refund into your checking or savings account, bring account number and routing transit number of the financial institution - a copy of a voided check
This service is free and open to everyone. Please enter the building through the glass doors off of the rear parking lot. For more info, please contact Peg Baldock at 859.866.7525 or peg@greatneighborhoods.org.
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The Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center
Presents:
The Art of Food
March 6 - March 20, 2009
Opening Reception March 6, 6:00 - 9:00pm
Ornate edible creations and sculpture were often created for celebrations in the cities and courts of early modern Europe. The Art of Food, an exhibition of ephemeral art created out of food, pays homage to this past and will feature food as more than a necessity, but as a taste experience.
 The Art of Food explores the ways in which food is a complete sensory experience along with creative interpretations from artists who use food as the inspiration for the art. Today, the food industry is integrated in all aspects of pleasing the senses.
This unique two-week exhibition attracts the art and culinary masters in the area, to create the best art, food and atmospheres. The exhibition opens with a Grand Event to initiate the run of his exhibition. Top chefs from the greater Cincinnati area, fantastic local artists and actors and the public will come together to experience the dynamic way in which food comprises an art form.
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Baker Hunt
Art and Cultural Center
announces their
2009 Northern Kentucky
History, Art & Culture Lecture Series
March 8 at 2:00 pm
Good Old Days in Cincinnati Broadcasting
featuring
Bill Myers, Longtime Television Personality with WLW-T
Sponsored by The Friends of Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center
and The KentonCounty Historical Society
Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center
Baker Hunt Foundation | 620 Greenup Street | Covington, Kentucky 41011 | (859) 431-0020 | Fax (859) 431-9358
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March at the Covington Library
502 Scott Boulevard (859) 962-4060
March is Irish Heritage Month
The Celtic Rhythm Dancers Saturday, March 7 at 1 p.m.
In honor of Irish Heritage Month, the Celtic Rhythm dancers perform traditional
Irish dance, popularized in 1994 by the world-famous show "Riverdance."
Celtic Music with the Clark-Jones Trio Saturday, March 14 at 1 p.m.
The Clark-Jones Trio performs a mix of Irish and Celtic songs from the middle ages to the 20th century using the violin, guitar, bodhran, dulcimer, harp and recorders.
A Concert with The Sweeneys Saturday, March 21 at 1 p.m.
From traditional ballads to raucous pub songs, this trio takes you from the British Isles across the sea to 'Amerikay' and back again!
Silent Music: A Story of Baghdad Sunday, March 22 at 2 p.m.
Join Dr. Muthar Al-Ubaidi as he celebrates the beauty of Baghdad through music, dancing, calligraphy, Middle Eastern food, and a great bilingual (English and Arabic) picture book by James
Rumford. Activities for children.
Irish Harp Music Saturday, March 28 at 1 p.m.
Cincinnati Harpers Robin will perform a concert of tunes from Ireland and all of the Celtic lands.
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Behringer Crawford Museum
Tot Tuesdays is a fun filled, story time program geared towards preschool aged children. Come join us on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. for fun and learning, and enjoy an interactive story along with a craft or activity.
1600 Montague Road - Devou Park
Covington, KY
(859) 491-4003
info@bcmuseum.org
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