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Court of Appeals Issues Decision on Restaurant Tax Litigation

Update on Restaurant Tax Litigation as Court of Appeals Issues Decision

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KLC Announces New Cities License Plate

The Kentucky Division of Motor Vehicles has approved the Kentucky League of Cities’ (KLC) new specialty license plate, “Cities Drive Kentucky.”

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Notice to Mayors: Action Needed

The Kentucky AG released a new Guide to the Kentucky Open Records and Open Meetings Acts, which mayors are required by law to distribute to elected and appointed officials.

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2025 KLC Award Winners

KLC recognized outstanding city officials and employees with the 2025 KLC and Mayor Ann C. Deatherage LEAD Awards during the 2025 KLC Conference & Expo.

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KLC Welcomes New Leadership

Beaver Dam Mayor Paul Sandefur took office as KLC president, Berea Mayor Bruce Fraley as first vice president, and Mayfield Mayor Kathy O’Nan as second vice president.

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October is City Government Month

The Kentucky League of Cities invites you to participate in City Government Month this October by helping us highlight the vital role of cities.

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Grants Available for Community Playgrounds

Your city could double its playground budget by receiving up to 100% matching funds toward a new play system!

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New Program Helps Cities Fill Staffing Gaps

KLC's Temporary Consulting & Staffing Services can help cities facing unexpected vacancies or transitions.

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Rural Economic Development Workshop Set for Sept. 15

City officials are invited to attend the Rural Economic Development Workshop on Monday, Sept. 15, at Campbellsville University.

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Dixon named Fire Chief of the Year

The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) honored Henderson Fire Chief Josh Dixon as the 2025 Career Fire Chief of the Year.

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FEMA Announces $2.2 Billion in Grants for Disaster Preparation

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced funding of $2.2 billion for 15 grant programs to communities across the United States.

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Litter Abatement Grant Funding Available

Kentucky cities can apply for 2026 Litter Abatement Grant funding to help keep their communities clean.

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Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement Signed

Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) leaders and member representatives gathered in Frankfort Wednesday to sign a long-awaited mutual aid agreement.

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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.

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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.

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New Opioid Funds Spending Portal Now Active

Kentucky cities can use a new online portal to report their use of opioid settlement funds.

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