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Nominations Now Open for 2026 KLC Awards
The Kentucky League of Cities is now accepting nominations for the 2026 KLC Awards, celebrating excellence in city government across the commonwealth.
2026 Planning & Zoning Training
Kentucky law requires appointed planning officials and planning staff to complete training to understand their legal roles and responsibilities. Under KRS 100.346, appointed members and staff must complete orientation training shortly before or af...
Brent Spence Bridge Project Begins This Spring
The first phase includes building a new companion bridge and improving about one mile of highway on each side in Kentucky and Ohio.
When Cities Can Fly Flags at Half-Staff
Guidance on the rules and traditions surrounding when the American flag may be lowered to half-staff.
Grant Funding Offered to Help Prevent Child Abuse, Neglect
Kentucky cities can apply for a share of $60,000 in funding to help prevent child abuse and neglect.
New Bridge Will Link Northern Kentucky Cities
For years, the Licking River Bridge has connected the northern Kentucky cities of Covington and Newport.
Cities Drive Kentucky License Plate Hits Production
Funds from the plate supports disaster relief for cities statewide.
Cities Can Apply for Abandoned Mine Revitalization Funding
Kentucky cities in coalfield counties can apply for a share of $29.5 million in funding from the Abandoned Mine Lands Economic Revitalization Program.
Cabinet for Economic Development to Open Census Tract Application
Cities will soon be able to complete the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development’s Opportunity Zones 2.0 Census Tract application.
KLC to Host Regional Code Enforcement Seminars in 2026
The Kentucky League of Cities will conduct three regional code enforcement seminars across Kentucky in 2026, offering legal and practical training for local officials and staff responsible for code enforcement. These one-day seminars are d...
Shape the Future of Kentucky’s Infrastructure
The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) is seeking a dedicated city representative to serve on the Read More
Grant Funding Available to Help Reduce Crime and Violence
Kentucky cities and law enforcement departments can apply for grants totaling more than $880,000 in federal funding to help reduce crime and violence.
2026 Mileage Reimbursement Rate Update
The Internal Revenue Service has announced that the 2026 mileage reimbursement rate for businesses will be 72.5 cents per mile, a 2.5 cents-per-mile increase.
KLC Member Appreciation Week
Feb. 9–14, 2026 | All Virtual | Free for All KLC City Officials & Employees
Kentucky Housing Webinars Scheduled
Kentucky League of Cities members are invited to take part in two Kentucky Housing Corporation webinars on housing supply trends and opportunity zones.
