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Roebling Point Planning Committee
The Roebling Point Planning Committee was formed as a result of a commitment from the City Commission to study and explore alternatives in the Roebling Point area following the adoption of the Historic Preservation Overlay (HP-O). The study area includes not only the expanded HP-O area, but immediately surrounding properties along 3rd and 4th street and Scott and Greenup Street. Portions of the Roebling Point area are also currently within the Renaissance Covington boundary and the boundaries of National Register Historic Districts, which qualifies properties for certain financial incentives. The Committee has been working since November on gathering information related to land use, design, transportation and public improvements in the study area.
A public input meeting will be held on March 22nd from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in Commission Chambers at City Hall. The agenda will include a brief presentation followed by focus group activities revolving around land use, design, transportation and streetscaping. The Committee will continue meeting in the coming months to discuss the results of the public meeting, potential recommendations and possible implementation strategies.
For more information contact Larisa Sims, Assistant City Manager, at 859-292-2160. | |
 Latonia Area Study
The Latonia Small Area Study is a project aimed at addressing the Latonia area in a comprehensive manner.
Do you have thoughts or ideas for the future of Latonia? If so, we would love to hear from you! Click here to take a SURVEY to give us your thoughts. Please take a few minutes to visit the Latonia section of the NKAPC website at http://www.nkapc.org/LatoniaStudy.html. While you are at the site, be sure to take a look at everything that we have been working on in Latonia to date. Also, check back often for the latest information on the study, including upcoming meeting dates. The first public meeting will be coming up soon!
Thank you in advance for your input into one of Covington's great communities!
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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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Code Enforcement Department |
 Mark your calendars for River Sweep 2010! River sweep is a one-day shoreline cleanup that extends the entire length of the Ohio River and some of its tributaries. The sweep is scheduled for Saturday, June 19, 2010, from 8:00 am until noon (weather permitting). Volunteers from public organizations, civic groups and the general public will collect debris from the banks of the river. In addition to cleaning the shoreline, the event will help increase public awareness regarding littering and illegal dumping along our waterways and foster greater public concern for finding solutions to this problem.
After the event, everyone gets a great lunch, a cool 2010 Ohio River t-shirt and door prizes will be awarded. Gloves and garbage bags will also be supplied. Each participant must sign a waiver form and minors must have a waiver form signed by the parent or guardian.
This is also a great opportunity for our young volunteers to earn their community service hours, and learn the importance of volunteering. We all can make a difference. If you have any questions regarding the Covington River Sweep, please feel free to contact John Coulter, Solid Waste Coordinator, at 292-2323.
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Department of Public Improvements |
The Prisoner's Lake Rainwater Harvest Project
The project is expected to be complete in April 2010. This project was made possible from American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 funds in conjunction with the Clean Water State Revolving Fund from the Kentucky Infrastructure Authority and Kentucky Division of Water. For more information, please contact Tom Logan at 859-292-2112.
12th Street Project
Road Construction has begun on 12th Street. Construction activities will take place between the NB I-75 off ramp and Russell Street. Barrier Wall will have been placed on EB 12th street. Street Parking will no longer be available on EB 12th Street. The south side of Lee and Fisk Streets are closed at their intersection with 12th street. Watch for traffic control devices and construction traffic entering and leaving the roadway. The speed limit throughout the work-zone will be 20 MPH.
Potholes Crews are attempting to repair potholes throughout the city as quickly as possible. If you see any, please call 292-2292 to report them.
Questions? Call 292-2112 or 292-2292
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Economic Development & Community Relations Department |
Renaissance Covington
Katie Meyer 859-292-2166
 SWAN Day Support Women Artists Now
IMAGINE...
...what the world would be like if women's art and perspectives were fully integrated into all of our lives.
SWAN Day/Support Women Artists Now Day is a new international holiday that celebrates women artists. It is an annual event taking place on the last Saturday of March (Women's History Month). Join Judi Jennings, Executive Director of the Kentucky Foundation for Women, Katie Meyer, Manager of Renaissance Covington, and Natalie Bowers, Manager of the Covington Arts District for the third international SWAN Day.
Hosted at the
Artisans Enterprise Center
with current exhibit "City Lights"
Saturday, March 27, 2010
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
25 West 7th Street in Covington
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Historic Preservation
Beth Johnson 859-292-2171
As a reminder, any work done to the exterior of a building within a Historic Preservation Overlay (HPO) Zone requires a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) and approval by either the Historic Preservation Office or the Urban Design Review Board. To find out if you're in an HPO Zone, you can view the map by clicking here. |
Ombudsman/Neighborhood Services Office 859-292-2141
 News from the Neighborhoods!
Austinburg
Botany Hills (West Covington)
The next meeting of the Botany Hills Neighborhood Association will be Thursday, March 18 at 7:00 pm. Meetings are the 3rd Thursday of each month at St. John's Congregational Church at 1235 Highway Avenue. The 3rd Annual Botany Hills Chili Cook Off was held Saturday, February 20.
Chefs from all over the region, Cincinnati, Latonia, Fort Mitchell, Taylor Mill, Kenton Hills and Botany Hills converged on the 3rd Annual Botany Hills Chili Cook-off. There were a record 12 chilis to taste. Judging was conducted by a panel of three, including State  Representative Arnold Simpson, Mayor Denny Bowman and Laurie Risch, Executive Director of the Behringer Crawford Museum. The crowd in attendance was also asked to vote for a Peoples' Choice Award. The winners were: Cathy Wright, Latonia - People's Choice; Fritz Kuhlman, Kenton Hills -Most Unique; Bill Wright, Latonia - Judges Choice. Congrats!
Regular meetings are the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at OASIS, Inc. at 1016 Greenup Street at 6:00 pm.
Helentown
Helentown Neighborhood Association meetings are on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. and are held at The Life Learning Center at the corner of 15th and Garrard Streets. Visit Helentown at http://www.i-neighbors.org
Kenton Hills
The next regular meeting will be March 22, 7:00 pm, at Behringer Crawford Museum (on the 3rd Floor in the enclosed Veranda). The Kenton Hills Walking Club meets every Monday evening in the neighborhood. Click here for more Kenton Hills information.
Lewisburg
Licking Riverside
Meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of the month. 6:30 pm is social 1/2 hour, and meetings are 7 - 8:00 pm, being held at various locations in the neighborhood. Contact Marc Hult at hult@hydrologist.com
Old Seminary Square
The Old Seminary Square Neighborhood Association meets the 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm, at the Children's Law Center at 1002 Russell Street. For additional information, please contact Greg Paeth at gregpaeth@fuse.net. Peaselburg
The Friends of Peaselburg Neighborhood Association (FOPNA) has just launched a new website! You can visit us at http://www.peaselburg.org. Meetings are 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.
Glenn O. Swing School and the Center for Great Neighborhoods partner in a BLOCK program with the students at the school. The goals of the program are as follows: to learn about the history of their school, to work with school leaders, to learn about their community, participate in an improvement project, and develop leadership skills. The students invited a representative of the Friends of Peaselburg Neighborhood Association (FOPNA) to partner with them on a project. A representative of FOPNA presented a brief history of the community and highlighted some of the historic facts and sights. Click here for more details!
FISH FRY IN PEASELBURG The Covington Firefighters will again host a Fish Fry each Friday during Lent. These will be held at the Firemen's Hall at W23rd & Howell St. They will be serving their delicious fish and shrimp dinners with all the trimmings from Feb. 19th through April 2nd from 5pm-8pm. The Friends of Peaselburg Neighborhood Association provides goodies for a dessert table at these events. For your convenience, you may eat in or carry out your dinners. This is a great way to support the Covington Fire Department as well as the neighborhood association. All proceeds from the desserts benefit the association and used in the community. We hope to see you soon and thank you for your support. Click here to read the latest "Goose Tracks" newsletter.
Residents of Mainstrasse Association (R.O.M.A.)
ROMA meets the first Wednesday of each month at Chez Nora in the 3rd Floor Judges Chambers at 6:00 pm for the block watch portion of the meeting, and 6:30 for the neighborhood association meeting.
ROMA will have 4 active committies for 2010:
Beautification :: Community Outreach :: Safety :: Business/Resident Relations
If someone you know loves this community, but can't (or doesn't) make it to our regular meetings, please pass this information along. If you would like to be part of a particular group, or be kept in the loop about their projects, please send us your preferred contact information so that we can get it to the committee chairperson.
South Covington
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. The next regular meeting will be held March 11, with guest speaker Rob Sanders, Kenton County Commonwealth's Attorney. The Annual Yard & Craft Sale date for 2010 has been set for June 12, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Click here to view the latest "KEY" SCCAA Newsletter. Contact Bill Wells at bill@southcovington.com or visit www.southcovington.com
 Wallace WoodsWallace Woods $500.00 Good Neighbor Scholarship Competition: The Wallace Woods Neighborhood Association believes that the future well-being of Covington and its residents depends on young people who take pride in their neighborhoods, and who give back to the community in a positive way. To encourage these values, we wish to participate in the education of a young person who, through his/her service, demonstrates positive community involvement. This award is based only on good citizenship and community service. Financial status is not a consideration. Grade point average is not a consideration. Click here for application forms and detailed information. Wallace Woods meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at various locations in the neighborhood. Visit http://wallacewoods.org/
West Latonia Neighborhood Association
The regular meeting will be Monday, February 15. Elections of officers will take place at the March meeting. Regular monthly meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month at Ninth District Elementary School on Indiana Avenue at 7:00 pm.
 Bragging rights go to West Latonia again in the Botany Hills Chili Cook-Off! Two of the three top honors were won by our neighbors, Bill and Cathy Wright! Cathy won in the People's Choice category, and Bill won in the Judge's Choice category! Way to go! Last year the award for Best Chili went to Mike Bedinghaus of West Latonia! LA knows chili!To provide input on the Latonia Study, please participate by taking the survey by clicking here.
Westside
Regular monthly meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm at the Center for Great Neighborhoods, 1650 Russell Street. Contact Rachel Hastings or Faye Massey at 491-2220 for additional information.
To view maps of Covington's neighborhoods, please click on the links below:
*These are very large files and will take a few minutes to download.
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Arts District
City Lights: Abstraction & Absence
Holland Davidson's painting collection graces the walls of the AEC alongside Joe Hedges photographic insights that create distance between the objects and associated thoughts that initiated them.
Presented by The Covington Artisans Enterprise Center
25 West 7th Street, Covington
:: Dates ::
Show Opens: Opening Reception Friday, March 5th 6-10pm in conjunction with Covington's First Friday Gallery Hop. Food provided by Oriental Wok.
Show Closes: April 9th, 2010
:: Artists ::
Holland Davidson & Joe Hedges
Gallery Hours: Regular Hours are Monday-Friday 9-5pm
Please call for appointment viewings
Admission Costs: All events free to the public
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 First Friday Gallery Hop Participants March 5, 2010 6 - 10 pm
Artisans Enterprise Center, 25 West 7th Street 859 292 2322
Natalie Bowers nbowers@covingtonky.gov
The Artisans Enterprise Center is Covington's Urban Arts Center, housing gallery, conference room and educational facilities.
Feature: City Lights: Abstraction & Absence, works by Holland Davison, painter and Joe Hedges, Photographer, show runs until April 9.
Bean Haus, 640 Main Street 859 431 2326
Tim Eversole, info@beanhaus.com
Bean Haus is a coffee and tea shop that features diverse artists, music, and family activities.
Feature: Alaina Repic's show, "Second Sight," displays photography addressing a variety of topics from our area and abroad.
Carnegie Visual & Performing Arts Center, 1028 Scott Street, 859 491 2030
For over 30 years The Carnegie Galleries have been dedicated to showcasing the best of local and regional artists. With five galleries and over 6,000 square feet of exhibition space there is something for everyone. From cutting-edge contemporary art to primitive folk art, each visit will unveil a variety of talent, styles and processes.
Feature: The Art of Food is back! With approximately fifteen of the most creative gastronomes in the region, this evening is guaranteed to present sensory overload of delight and deliciousness! Artists compliment the aesthetic with unique artwork created just for this special event.
Community Action Gallery, 717 Madison Avenue, 859 491 2584
Arlene Gibeau, Lilac1221@aol.com
The Community Action Gallery is housed in and sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission whose mission is to help low income individuals and families develop the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to achieve self reliance. The Gallery¹s celebration of tart makes us a partner with all of creation and speaks to the higher purpose of mankind.
Feature: Tiger Lily Press Invitational; Tiger Lily Press is a Fine Art Community Printmaking Studio open to the public since 1978.Its mission is to maintain a facility in which printmakers can reach their full potential while enhancing awareness of printmaking for the general
public through community outreach and exhibitions. Artists in the show
are: Ingrid Altavilla, Joan Effertz, April Foster, Genie Goggin, Julie Lonneman, Carla Trujillo-Dinius, Rick Finn, Elaine Zumeta, Printmakers in this exhibition are all recognized artists with work in national and international collections. Show ends March 26.
Covington Clay, 16 W Pike Street, 859 491 3900
Rick Hoffman, Rick@CovingtonClay.com
Covington Clay is a retail and studio space that offers classes and fun!
Feature: First Amendment Friday is back from 6-9pm - we need more tiles for the mural. Make two tiles, one for us and one for you. It's free. Also, treasure-hunt for the $1 pot in the gallery.
Julie' s Inspiration Consignment Shoppe, 608 Main Street859 291 8200
Julie Boone, juliesinspiration@fuse.net
Julie's Inspiration is an eclectic consignment shop featuring both current and vintage clothing and apparel for Men & Women, jewelry, collectibles, furniture and artwork, including local artists. Open 7 days a week. All vintage enthusiasts, be sure to take a look at their new kitchen inventory and there are also some stunning vintage dresses on display.
Feature: Mel Steinhauer, photographer, opens "Scenes From Far And Near", that includes natural landscapes and beautiful scenes from around the world and our neighborhood. Each piece includes a short story with location facts, inspirational thoughts and occasional good humor.
The Flying Cat, 713 Main Street, 859 380 7609
Julia Martin, juliacatherinemartin@gmail.com
The Flying Cat offers an eclectic collection of handmade wares and wearables for children of all ages. Affordable jewelry, home décor, children's clothing, accessories and more are featured in our Boutique. Fresh art is featured every month for the First Friday celebration from 6-10pm. Tarot card readings available.
Feature: The Owl that Stole My Heart and Other Creatures I've Met, artist Julia C. Martin.
Come visit The Flying Cat March 5th 6-10pm to find a fantastical display of life-size sketches by one grown up kid searching for the pieces to the puzzle of life. Free Wine and Treats, Tarot Card Readings Available $20. 6-10pm
Gallery 31 at Passionate Arts Center, 31 West Pike Street, 859 393 8358
Barb Ruh, passionateartscenter@gmail.com
Gallery 31 @ Passionate Arts Center, 31 W. Pike Street, Covington, KY 41011
Open Thursdays and Fridays, 11 am to 4 pm, and by appointment, 859-393-8358.
Artist's Studios available for rent. Art Classes. www.passionateartscenterPAC.blogspot.com
Feature: "Simply Spring" through Apr 16. Designer Teresa Eklund will be showing her piece, "Strength and Dignity". Enjoy refreshments and mingling in our cozy gallery filled with Calligraphy, Paintings, Photography, Pottery, Sculpture, Silks, Textiles, Mixed
Media, Stained glass, Jewelry, Hats, Vintage items, Marquetry, Cloisonne and more, from REGIONAL ARTISTS: Ann Harrod, Carin Hebenstreit, Robert Hebenstreit, Linda Martin, Jason
Parsley, Paula Peake, Jaime Illif, Ron Peake, Don Seither, John Weber, David
Whitelaw, Barbara Baxter, Pat Jacunski, Jane Bresser, Donna Bross, Marianne Burke, Paula Cole, Sue Friedmann, Carol Rentschler, Cynthia Lockhart and more.
Keystone Grill, 313 Greenup Street, 859 261 6777
Emily Hoyt, emily@keystonebar.com
Keystone Grill is a local restaurant and bar that perpetually supports the arts by hosting local artists to adorn its walls.
Feature: Local Covington artist Mike Maydak displays new acrylic paintings inspired by the architecture surroundings of the local area. Maydak brings to the paintings a fusion of his comic book illustration background and affinity for post-impressionist. In 2007, Mike was a recipient of the Al Smith Individual Artist Fellowship Award.
Nordheim Gallery, HolmesHigh School, 2500 Madison Ave.859 292 3960
Trisha Brundage, Trisha.brundage@covington.kyschools.us
The Nordheim Gallery is located on the beautiful and well maintained campus of historic HolmesHigh School. It is operated by Covington Independent Public Schools. The gallery presents new exhibits of work each month by visiting artists - professional, hobbyist, and/or emerging. It is open for special events, by appointment, and from 6 to 9 p.m. for this month's 1st Friday Gallery Hop - March 5. Please call 859 292-3960 for information or to schedule an appointment.
Feature: Through March 26 the Nordheim Gallery features a series of photographs titled, "Botswana - Top to Bottom" taken by Jane Strauss. A world traveler with a heart for adventure and an eye for whimsy Ms. Strauss chronicled her safari experience with a new camera and a zoom lens. The opening reception is free and open to the public, 6-9pm.
Sandra Small Gallery, 124 W. Pike Street, 859 291 2345
Sandra Small, SandraSmallGallery@zoomtown.com
The Sandra Small Gallery showcases the finest in contemporary painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography and handmade jewelry.
Feature: Quietude,Landscape paintings and photographs set the mood for quiet reflection. Show closes March 26.
Swayne on Main, 518 Main Street, 859 261 0076
Kevin Swayne, rgillen2@gmail.com
Swayne on Main is a hair and nail studio located in Mainstrasse.
Feature: 'Up', featuring new paintings by Rachel Gillen.
Artisans Enterprise Center Newsletter
click here
The Covington Artisans Enterprise Center
25 West 7th Street, Covington, KY 41011
Natalie Bowers, Arts District Manager
859-292-2322
nbowers@covingtonky.gov
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HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION - A TAX BENEFIT to your Covington Property Tax
Are You Eligible?
Persons over the age of 65 can qualify for a Homestead Exemption. Proof of eligibility is required (birth certificate, driver's license, etc.). You don't have to wait until your 65th birthday. If you will turn 65 this year, you may file for the exemption now. To file for the Homestead Exemption, you may visit the Kenton County Property Valuation Administrator at 303 Court Street, County Building, 2nd Floor, Covington, KY 859-392-1750 or www.kentonpva.com
Once you have been determined to be eligible for a Homestead Exemption (as defined in section 132.810 of the Kentucky Revised Statutes) an amount equal to $33,700 of the assessed value of your home would be exempt from Covington property tax. As an example, if the assessed value of your home is $75,000, the approved tax rate would be applied to $41,300 ($75,000 less $33,700) instead of the full value of $75,000. The exemption amount of $33,700 is revised every two years as adjusted by the increase in the cost of living index published by the United States Department of Labor.
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After the Fire
Returning to Normal
Recovering from a fire can be a physically and mentally draining process.
When fire strikes, lives are suddenly turned around. Often, the hardest part is knowing where to begin and who to contact.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) United States Fire Administration (USFA) has gathered the following information to assist you in this time of need. You will need to take action immediately on some of the suggestions. Some actions may be needed in the future, while others will be ongoing. This information is intended to give you the assistance needed to help you as you begin rebuilding your life.
THE FIRST 24 HOURS
Securing Yourself and The Site
■ Contact your local disaster relief service, such as the American Red Cross or the Salvation Army, to help with your immediate needs, such as:
· temporary housing;
· food;
· medicine;
· eyeglasses;
· clothing; and
· other essential items.
■ Contact your insurance agent/company.
Cautions
■ Do not enter the damaged site. Fires can rekindle from hidden, smoldering remains.
■ Normally, the fire department will see that utilities (water, electricity and natural gas) either are safe to use or are disconnected before they leave the site. Do not attempt to turn on utilities yourself.
■ Be watchful for structural damage caused by the fire. Roofs and floors may be damaged and subject to collapse.
■ Food, beverages, and medicine exposed to heat, smoke, soot, and water should not be consumed.
Leaving Your Home
■ Contact your local police department to let them know that the site will be unoccupied.
■ In some cases it may be necessary to board up openings to discourage trespassers.
■ Beginning immediately, save receipts for any money you spend. These receipts are important in showing the insurance company what money you have spent related to your fire loss, and also for verifying losses claimed on your income tax.
■ If it is safe to do so, try to locate the following items:
· identification, such as driver's licenses and Social Security cards;
· insurance information;
· medication information;
· eyeglasses, hearing aids, or other prosthetic devices; and
· valuables, such as credit cards, bank books, cash, and jewelry.
■ Many people/entities should be notified of your relocation, including:
· your insurance agent/company;
· your mortgage company (also inform them of the fire);
· your family and friends;
· your employer;
· your child's school;
· your post office;
· any delivery services;
· your fire and police departments; and
· your utility companies.
■ Do not throw away any damaged goods until after an inventory is made. All damage is taken into consideration in developing your insurance claim.
■ If you are considering contracting for inventory or repair services, discuss your plans with your insurance agent/company first.
IF YOU ARE INSURED
■ Give notice of the loss to the insurance company or the insurer's agent/company.
■ Ask the insurance company what to do about the immediate needs of the dwelling, such as covering doors, windows, and other exposed areas, and pumping out water.
■ Ask your insurance agent/company what actions are required of you. Some policyholders may be required to make an inventory of damaged personal property showing in detail the quantity, description, and how much you paid for the items.
IF YOU ARE NOT INSURED
■ Your recovery from a fire loss may be based upon your own resources and help from your community.
■ Private organizations that may be sources of aid or information:
· American Red Cross;
· Salvation Army;
· Religious organizations;
· Department of social services;
· Civic organizations;
· State or municipal emergency services office; and
· Nonprofit crisis counseling centers.
Click below to link to the Fire Department's newsletter.
Covington Firefighters Annual Fish Fry
 The Covington Firefighters would like to invite all our Covington friends and neighbors 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 and 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. Dine in or carry out, delivery available for large orders 859-431-8777. Click here to view menu.
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Covington Offers New Incentive for Homebuyers
The City of Covington has a new program to assist homebuyers with the purchase of foreclosed homes. The City is offering interest free, forgivable loans to assist with the purchase of a home to live in as an owner occupant. This program is utilizing funds from the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. The purpose of the program is to reduce the number of foreclosed properties and increase the number of homeowners in the City of Covington.
Homebuyers can receive assistance to cover 50% of the lender required down payment, 100% of the closing costs, and additional funds to make the purchase affordable. The assistance can cover up to 50% of the purchase price of the home.
Households can earn up to 120% of Area Median Income to qualify. This equates to an annual household income of $58,150 for a single person and $83,050 for a family of four. Borrowers must meet certain credit and underwriting requirements as well.
Eligible properties must be foreclosed, vacant, single family homes. They must also meet minimum housing standards and be located in an eligible area.
This program is offered on a first come, first served basis. Homebuyers are encouraged to contact the City of Covington as soon as possible to ensure funding availability.
For more information, or for a pre-approval appointment, please contact Jeremy Wallace or John Hammons at 859-292-2188.
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An initiative of the Northern Kentucky Protect My Kentucky Home Coalition:
The Kentucky Homeownership Protection Center
City of Covington
The Center for Great Neighborhoods
Legal Aid of the Bluegrass
The Brighton Center
Catholic Charities
Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky
Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission
Department of Housing and Urban Development
The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
HOPE NOW
PNC Bank
Republic Bank
National City Bank
Huntington Bank
Fifth Third Bank
US Bank
Wolff Law Firm, PLLC
Suzanne Merusi, consultant
Jeanne Gubser, realtor
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Human Resources Department |
Summer Employment Opportunities
Summer Youth Workers - Age 15 and up with pay ranges from $7.25 to $11.00 SUMMER CITY-SCHOOL PROGRAM YOUTH WORKER LIFEGUARD POOL STAFF SUMMER PROGRAM ADULT LEADER SUMMER PROGRAM ASSISTANT BUILDING COORDINATOR POOL MANAGER ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER Seasonal LaborersThe City of Covington is accepting applications for seasonal laborers. Seasonal hiring begins March 1st. Work hours are generally 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Pay Rate: $8.50 per hour. Duties include, but are not limited to, cutting and trimming lawns; pruning trees and shrubs; cleaning up and removing litter; planting and watering trees; painting and repairing fences, gates, walls and walks; cleaning out drainage ditches, culverts and alleys; sharpening tools and making minor repairs on equipment; cleaning swimming pool facilities; and painting street markings and crosswalks. To apply: www.covingtonky.gov , click on JOBS
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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2009 CRIME REPORT
During 2009, the City of Covington experienced an overall crime decrease of 4.69% as compared to the previous year of 2008. This decrease represented a total of 510 fewer incidents. For the third year in a row, PART I crimes (Homicide, Rape, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Larceny, Motor Vehicle Theft, and Arson) during 2009 continued to decline, showing a decrease of 11.28% or 325 less cases. Violent crime (Homicide, Rape, Robbery, and Aggravated Assault) decreased by 28 total incidents, which yielded a 9.89% reduction.
Click here to view the statistical spreadsheet
For more information, contact: Col. Lee Russo, Chief of Police 859-292-2220
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 Seeking Youth Workers, Lifeguards, Pool Managers and Assistant Managers.
- Deadline to submit an application is Friday, April 16.
- Pools Open on Saturday, June 5.
- Summer Youth Program begins early June.
Register NOW for Adult Softball Summer Leagues:
We have openings for Women's on Monday Evenings, Men's on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Evenings and Sunday Mornings, Co-Ed on Saturday Afternoons. League will begin first week of May. Call 859-292-2151 for information or to register your team.
 City of Covington's Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, April 3 at the Volpenhein Pavilion in Devou Park! We have over 8,000 eggs and lots of prizes! Bring a bag or basket. The hunt will start promptly at 2:00 pm. Come a little early to allow for parking and to enjoy a Pre-Hunt visit with Easter Bunny. This is a FREE Family event for children ages 3 through 12. There will be an area available for children under the age of 3.
Calling all "CONCESSIONAIRES". The Covington Receation Department has an RFP available to anyone interested in submittimng a proposal to operate the Bill Cappel Youth Sports Complex & Waterpark Concession Stand located at 43rd and Decoursey. Bid Proposals are due March 17, 2010. Call 859-292-2151 for information or to receive an RFP.
For more information, please contact the Recreation Department at 292-2151.
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Contact Information
Administrative Personnel
Mayor & Commissioners Office
292-2127
Larry Klein, City Manager
292-2160
Larisa Sims, Assistant City Manager
292-2160
Keith Bales, Code Enforcement Director
292-2323
Tom Logan, Department of Public Improvements Director
292-2112
Rebecca Volpe, 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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 Come watch local business leaders face off against our Covington educators with the assistance of Covington 5th grade students!
All proceeds will benefit the services and programs of Covington Partners in Prevention. Tickets include appetizers, fun alcohol-free drinks, and, of course, a seat to watch the teams play "Can You Survive Grade 5?"
If you can't make it to this fun event, raffle tickets are also available for $5, and your presence is not required to win. Enter to win a chance at 2 BB riverboat tickets, 1 Holmes state championship basketball, 1 golfer spot in the upcoming CPIP Golf Outing at Traditions Golf Club, and 1 Fabulous Fur throw blanket.
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PARTNERS IN PREVENTION
You are invited to join us at the next partners' coalition meeting on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 from
11:30 am -1:30 pm at the Center for Great Neighborhoods at 1650 Russell Street in Covington.
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PROJECT UPDATE: The shoes have been collected, and the students are now trying to get the shoes shipped to those in need in the US and Haiti. Click here to read more about how you can help.
 WHAT: Holmes Alternative School Service Learning Project
WHEN: February 1 - March 1, 2010
WHERE: Gently used or new shoes may be dropped off at: Holmes Alternative School
525 Scott Street
Covington, Kentucky
Not only are we accepting donations of shoes, but we are also accepting monetary donations to help ship the shoes and to help purchase shoes.
All contributors will be recognized on a display at Holmes Alternative School.
For more information contact:
Deb Winkler
Deborah.winkler@covington.kyschools.us859-581-7512
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 The Nordheim Gallery, on the Holmes High School campus, is operated by
Covington Independent Public Schools
Please come to the Opening Reception at the Nordheim Gallery
Friday, March 5, 2010
6:00 - 9:00 pm
as part of
Covington's First Friday Gallery Hop
 "Botswana Top to Bottom" by Jane Strauss
"Botswana Top to Bottom" is a series of photographs taken by Jane Strauss. Ms. Strauss is a world traveler with a heart for adventure and an eye for whimsy. She chronicled her safari experience with a new camera and zoom lens. The results are remarkable and a real treat for wild animal enthusiasts. The show opens with a reception from 6 to 9 p.m., Fri., March 5. It is
free and open to the public. The Nordheim Gallery presents new exhibits of work each month by visiting artists. It is open for special events and by appointment. Please call 859-292-3960 for information or to schedule an appointment. Click here for invitation.
The gallery is at 25th and Madison in Covington, across from the Jack Moreland Auditorium in the
Holmes High School Senior Building on Castle Dr. It is open Monday through Friday by appointment.
Please call (859) 292-3960 for more information or to schedule a visit.
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You may be eligible to have your Federal and State income taxes filed for free!
The Center for Great Neighborhoods (CGN) is offering free tax filing through the VITA Tax Program.
January 30, 2010 to April 20th, 2010: Every Saturday (10am-3pm)
February 2nd, 2010 to April 13th, 2010:
Every Tuesday (10am - 1pm) and Every Wednesday (2pm-5pm)
2/7, 2/28, 3/7, 3/28, 4/11: Sundays (1pm - 3pm)
Location: CGN, 1650 Russell Street, Covington (Rear Entrance- Glass Door)
What to bring with you:
· Valid picture I.D.
· Social Security card(s) for you, your spouse, children, and any others shown on the tax return
· A copy of your 2008 tax return is helpful but not required
· Copies of all W-2s, 1098s, 1099s, Social Security statement, 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
· For direct deposit, bring bank account number and routing transit number- a copy of a voided check
· Additional documentation to claim possible tax credits, such as the first-time homebuyer credit
Do YOU Qualify for the EITC?
No Children:
Income Maximum is less than $13,440 (Unmarried)
or $18,440 (Married); credit maximum is $457
One Child:
Income Maximum is less than $35,463 (Unmarried)
or $40,463 (Married); credit maximum is $3,043
Two Children:
Income Maximum is less than $40,295 (Unmarried)
or $45,295 (Married); credit maximum is $5,028
Three Children:
Income Maximum is less than $43,279 (Unmarried)
or $48,279 (Married); credit maximum is $5,657
Income investment must be $3,100 or less for 2009
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Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center
2010 Northern Kentucky History, Art & Culture Lecture Series
Sunday, March 14, 2010
2:00 pm
"Guarding the Kentucky Central during the Civil War"
Winter Schedule Now Available
Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center
Baker Hunt Foundation | 620 Greenup Street | Covington, Kentucky 41011 | (859) 431-0020 | Fax (859) 431-9358 www.bakerhunt.com
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The Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center Presents:
 Carnegie in Concert welcomes the world-renowned musicians of the
Catacoustic Consort
Thursday, March 11
7:30 pm
for a glorious evening of ancient music long thought lost in history. The heavenly lives of 17th century Italian nuns will be brought brilliantly to life through the beautiful vocal music they often composed in secret, accompanied by instruments of the period including the theorbo, baroque harp, and bass viola da gamba. Catacoustic Consort director Annalisa Pappano leads this exquisite musical program, revealing the excitement, strength, devotion, and desire of these secluded women of faith. www.thecarnegie.com Click here for the complete press release.
 The Carnegie Galleries Present:
The Art of Food
Opening Event: Friday, March 5, 2010 6:00 - 9:00 pm
This special exhibition is a veritable feast for the eyes and also the palate. On opening night, top chefs and culinary experts from the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati area will unite with fantastic artists to stage the dynamic way in which food comprises an art form. Several hundred guests will engage in scrumptious sampling while visually feasting on food inspired art by local artists.
A new feature for this year's event is the introduction of The Dinner Party, hosted by patrons of The Carnegie, this series of synchronized private dinners, culminate in a dessert after party at The Carnegie. Be sure to sign up for the dinner party of your choice during The Art of Food Grand Event. Opening Event Tickets Available Now at http://www.thecarnegie.com
ARTSTOP: Free Afterschool Art Programs
Looking for a cool place to go after school where you can get creative, have a snack and make new friends? Drop by The Carnegie's Eva G. Farris Education Center!
Ages 5 and older: 3:30 - 5:00 pm
and
Ages 7-12: 5:00 - 6:30 pm
~For more information, please contact Alissa Paasch at apaasch@thecarnegie.com or 859-491-2030.
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Winter Hours: Closed Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Friday, Open Wednesday from 3:30 - 8, Thursday 2 - 6, Saturday 11- 5.
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 Behringer Crawford Museum
If you love Bluegrass, you will want to attend "Bluegrass Music: What, Who, When, Where...Why" on March 11 at Behringer-Crawford Museum. As part of the Music@BCM series, Katie Laur and her guests will discuss with the audience the history of the genre, different styles, and the role of Bluegrass music in the 21st century. Each week will feature a different topic with Lauer focusing the first day on the "What" and "Who" of Bluegrass music and its connections to Kentucky. Programs start at 7 P.M. on March 11 and continue the next three Thursdays. The series invites all to come and learn about the roots and connections of bluegrass music and performance, talk with Lauer, and ask her questions to get to know a true American artist.
Laur has spent most of her life with music. Born in Tennessee, she fell in love with music and joined the Appalachian Grass in the early '70s. By 1975 she formed a full-time road band along with Jeff Roberts, Buddy Griffin, Jeff Terflinger and Rich Flaig, and played at many stages including prestigious festivals such as The Lexington Festival of the Bluegrass, The American Festival of the Bluegrass in Louisville, and the Philadelphia Folk festival. She was recently conducted into the International Bluegrass Music Museum in Owensboro, Ky., and hosts "Music from the Hills of Home" on WNKU 89.7 with "the guy who plays Wayne," Wayne Clayburn. Lauer has continued her presence in the Bluegrass Music world for much of her life and is a genuine reminder of the comfort found in music and the warm feeling of "The Hills of Home" as the title of her radio show implies.
Reservations are not required but suggested. Programs begin at 7 P.M. For more information about this event and other Music@BCM events, contact BCM at (859) 491-4003 or visit www.bcmuseum.org.
1600 Montague Road - Devou Park
Covington, KY
(859) 491-4003
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Color Covington! Color Covington! The Coloring Book of historic and cultural places in Covington is available! This 36-page coloring book is dedicated to teaching children and adults alike the Covington history as well as help them appreciate the beautiful historic buildings and places of Covington.
Color Covington! was funded in part by the place matters Mini-Grant Program and is a joint project between Progress with Preservation and the Historic Licking Riverside Civic Association.
Coloring Books are available for $5.00 each. Call Bud Thurman at 341-2401. |
 Experience Covington
The tour of Covington's heritage covers over 35 sites in 18 city neighborhoods, organized into six themes: faith, arts and culture, historic, architecture, "unexpected", and neighborhood tours.
An interactive kiosk, located at the downtown Covington branch of the Kenton County Public Library, 520 Scott Street, will allow residents and visitors to pick up printed copies of driving maps and neighborhood walking tours and mp3 players pre-loaded with theme-based audio tours - free of charge.
Click here to find out more!
www.experiencecovington.com
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2010 Census is Coming - And this time it's fast and easy!
Census forms should begin arriving in homes in mid-March. Please complete your form and return it by mail! For every 1% increase in the mail-in return rate, approximately $90 million dollars of taxpayers moneys is saved.
If you need assistance completing your form, please visit any of these Questionnaire Assistance Centers in Covington. Click here for list.
ONLY 10 Questions, 10 Minutes to Complete!
With one of the shortest questionnaires in history, the 2010 Census asks for name, gender, age, race, ethnicity, relationship, and whether you own or rent your home. It takes only about 10 minutes for the average household to complete.
Why fill out the census form?
Every household in the country will receive a questionnaire in 2010. To ensure an accurate and fair count of all populations at all geographic levels in the nation, the Census Bureau needs you or someone in your household to respond to the census questionnaire.
It's important. - Census data affect funding for your community, your community's representation in Congress and your community leader's planning decisions.
It's easy. - The census questionnaire takes only a few minutes to answer and return by mail.
It's confidential. - Your responses are protected by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 9). All Census Bureau employees have taken an oath to protect confidentiality and are subject to a jail term, a fine - or both - for disclosing any information that could identify a respondent or household. More info...
It's required by law. - The information you provide is combined with responses provided by your neighbors and other households across the country, to provide summary statistical data that are used by various local, state and federal agencies.
Census affects funding in your community
Census data directly affect how more than $300 billion per year in federal and state funding is allocated to communities for neighborhood improvements, public health, education, transportation and much more. That's more than $3 trillion over a 10-year period. Spending just a few minutes to fill out your census form will help ensure your community gets its fair share of federal and state funding.
Census affects your voice in Congress
Mandated by the U.S. Constitution, the census is also used to apportion seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and to redistrict state legislatures.
Census affects your representation in state and local government
Census data are used to define legislature districts, school district assignment areas and other important functional areas of government.
Census informs your community's decisions
The census is like a snapshot that helps define who we are as a nation. Data about changes in your community are crucial to many planning decisions, such as where to provide services for the elderly, where to build new roads and schools, or where to locate job training centers.
Timeline~
Mid-March 2010 - Census forms will be mailed to households.
April 1, 2010: Census Day
April - July 2010: Census takers visit households that did not return a questionnaire by mail.
December 2010: By law, Census Bureau delivers population counts to President for apportionment.
March 2011: By law, Census Bureau completes delivery of redistricting data to states.
For more information on the 2010 Census, click here.
The Covington Census Office has now posted management jobs online. The information is now available by clicking here.
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Roebling Suspension Bridge will close to vehicular traffic for two March weekends. Will close again beginning April 7.
KYTC ROAD REPORT
The City of Covington has asked the Northern Kentucky Area Planning Commission (NKAPC) to collaborate on possible changes to a portion of Covington's zoning map and regulations.
March at the Covington Library 