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Population
171,2882024
Higher than communities in Commonwealth of Kentucky
Household income
$80,5482024
More favorable than communities in Commonwealth of Kentucky
Home value
$244,4002024
More favorable than communities in Commonwealth of Kentucky
Unemployment
3.6%2026
More favorable than communities in Commonwealth of Kentucky
Violent crime
1502023
Similar to communities in Commonwealth of Kentucky
Work from home
14.1%2024
Higher than communities in Commonwealth of Kentucky
Source: Polco GPAL, using data from the original source shown for each indicator.Data from Polco

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10
Nov

November 10, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - November 8, 2026

Kentucky/Kenton County

The Kenton County Fiscal Court meeting scheduled for Nov. 10, 2026, included a first reading of a proposed $61.205 million general obligation bond issue to convert the former Fox Run Golf Course into a public park, and a consent agenda with multiple contract approvals, extensions and personnel appointments.

Discussion Points

  • •Multiple procurement and contract renewals/extensions were presented on the consent agenda; several personnel appointments were proposed via executive order.
  • •Presentation of Ordinance No. 964.3 as a first reading authorizing bonds to convert Fox Run Golf Course into a park.
4
Nov

November 04, 2026, KENTON COUNTY RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA November 4, 2026 12:00 PM. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

At its Nov. 4, 2026 meeting at the Kenton County Government Center, the Kenton County Parks & Recreation Commission received staff reports on recent events and programs: a senior picnic, the Fox Ridge Park groundbreaking storyboards and amenities, and recreation-program participation and Halloween event results.

Discussion Points

  • •Presentation of Fox Ridge Park storyboards and focused areas
  • •Seasonal program totals and volunteer/outreach outcomes
  • •Summary of Halloween Happenings attendance and food drive totals
4
Nov

November 04, 2026, KENTON COUNTY RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA November 4, 2026 12:00 PM

Kentucky/Kenton County

The Kenton County Recreation Commission is scheduled to meet Nov. 4, 2026, at noon in Conference Room 5070 at the Kenton County Government Center to consider lease updates, an annual shelter-house reservation review, parks and capital-projects updates, recreation-program updates and 2027 meeting dates.

Discussion Points

  • •Agenda lists topic titles only; no recommendations or budget figures are provided.
27
Oct

October 27, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - October 27, 2026

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court is scheduled to consider a police chief promotion, several executive orders appointing and terminating part-time staff, multiple grant and procurement approvals, and contract amendments at its October 27, 2026 meeting.

14
Oct

October 14, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - October 14, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court met Oct. 14, 2026, and approved routine business including budget adjustments, construction pay applications and change orders for the Government Center Garage, multiple executive orders and a consent agenda of departmental grants and contracts. A public commenter demanded rescission of an updated open records policy and called for professional discipline of county attorneys; court members voted unanimously on all motions.

Discussion Points

  • •Change orders 19 and 20 are deducts totaling about $1.8 million due to direct purchasing and contingency release.
  • •Consent agenda included grants, purchases, renewals and contract actions.
  • •EO 26-110 reclassification of Animal Services and EO 26-113 appointment of Volunteer/Foster Coordinator were approved.
  • •EO 26-112 step increases for Emergency Communications were highlighted by staff as motivating for trainees.
  • •Grant funding will cover half of estimated $35,000 cost for a siren replacement in Crestview Hills.
  • •Judge/Executive recommended naming the new pavilion for Commissioner Draud; court approved unanimously.
  • •Nine staff volunteered to be trainers and will be APCO-certified.
  • •No questions were raised on the individual items during the meeting.
  • •Pay apps are reconciliations; pay app 35 includes a $100,000 partial retainage release.
  • •Secret Service will use the county EOC for an upcoming presidential visit.
  • •Tapke reported the office reviewed the bid protest and recommended proceeding with the authorization.
  • •Tapke stated the dispute is ongoing litigation and invited members to speak with her after the meeting.
  • •The protesting counsel had not responded by meeting time.
  • •Woodie alleged the county added unlawful requirements to its open records policy that conflict with the Kentucky Open Records Act and AG guidance.

Decisions

  • •Approve entire consent agenda as a block
  • •Approve listed executive orders and pavilion naming
  • •Approve pay applications and change orders
  • •Proceed with previously authorized award to Combined Public Communications, LLC
14
Oct

October 14, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - October 14, 2026

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court's Oct. 14, 2026 agenda listed a contract-protest review, multiple construction pay applications and change orders for the county government center garage, a second-reading ordinance for a Whitehorse Freight tax credit, grant and procurement items, and a set of executive orders including appointments and personnel actions.

Discussion Points

  • •Budget adjustment resolution (26-01L) and ordinance second reading for Whitehorse Freight, LLC
  • •Contract-protest review by county attorney regarding Procurement No. 26-29
  • •Multiple pay applications and change orders for the Kenton County Government Center Garage
  • •Several procurement and grant acceptance items listed
22
Sep

September 22, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - September 22, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court met Sept. 22, 2026; the court approved CDBG closeouts and a 2026 CDBG application, approved an IRB-based tax pilot for a relocating business, passed a budget-adjustment resolution, handled multiple consent-agenda contracts and personnel orders, and heard public comment urging later meeting times and expressing concern about Code of Ethics changes.

Discussion Points

  • •A citizen described recent Code of Ethics changes as a "significant relaxation."
  • •Bissell adoption-fee-waiver events occur roughly four times a year and have produced adoptions.
  • •Commissioner Draud pressed for more immediate fixes to Dixie Highway and suggested lane closures; staff noted the reconstruction is in the state's six-year plan and utility coordination is required.
  • •Commissioners asked about state TIF program sunsets and broader policy context.
  • •Commissioners asked clarifying questions about building age and repair scope.
  • •Froelicher described that funds supported peer-support salaries at Transitions Grateful Life Center.
  • •Greivenkamp explained the ordinance updates the county credit to match the KBI award and to carry forward if the occupational rate changes.
  • •Greivenkamp listed three adjustments and clarified the building repairs were budgeted.
  • •Integration planned with the Clerk's system to reduce errors.
  • •Multiple procurement and project items listed and approved as a block.
  • •New hire to start tomorrow; shelter population is high.
  • •No questions were raised on the Claims List or consent items.
  • •Parsons described the 15-year IRB, job projections (~50 jobs), and pilot-percentage split.
  • •Public requested later meeting times to allow working residents to attend.
  • •Public Works listed culvert replacement on Anderson Road, resurfacing awards, and Highwater Road slide repairs beginning about Oct. 5.
  • •Ramsey described a replacement of COBOL property-tax system and a design refresh for occupational-license payments.
  • •There were no public questions or comments at either hearing.

Decisions

  • •Consent agenda approved 4-0.
  • •Court approved closeout and application by unanimous voice vote.
  • •Court approved Resolution 26-01K on a unanimous voice vote.
  • •Court approved the agreement and pilot participation.
  • •No action at first reading; item to return for further consideration if scheduled.
  • •No formal action required; informational report.
  • •No formal change to meeting times or ethics rules during this meeting.
  • •No immediate lane closures or emergency actions recorded; project planning to continue.
  • •Report informational; implementation to continue.

Directions

  • •Departments to proceed with contract execution and solicitations as authorized.
  • •Public Works to continue coordination with KYTC and communications companies regarding manholes and funding/programming for Dixie Highway.
  • •Staff to coordinate with City of Covington on IRB paperwork.
22
Sep

September 22, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - September 22, 2026

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court's Sept. 22, 2026 meeting agenda included two public hearings on Recovery KY CDBG closeouts and a 2026 application, a first reading of an economic development ordinance related to Whitehorse Freight LLC, several solicitations and contract awards for public works and facilities, and executive orders including proposed discretionary employee pay increases for 2026-27.

8
Sep

September 08, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - September 8, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court approved the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) and named the new 225-acre park 'Fox Ridge Park,' adopted several ordinances including an updated ethics code amid public opposition, set 2026 tax rates, and received updates on a detention-center lawsuit and the police chief's departure.

Discussion Points

  • •Application prioritization for Percival Road resurfacing using flex funds (Spencer Stork).
  • •Chief Jones summarized departmental improvements and expressed gratitude.
  • •Commissioners discussed board member recruitment challenges and the frequency of ethics complaints in past years.
  • •Consent agenda items covered software renewals, grant applications, construction awards and equipment purchases.
  • •Construction mobilization planned Sept. 14; safety and phasing concerns (Michael Prus).
  • •County staff and the county attorney said conflicts and anti‑reprisal provisions remain enforceable (Joe Shriver; Stacy Tapke).
  • •Court members publicly thanked him for 11 years of service.
  • •Executive orders included appointments, one termination and an internal reorganization.
  • •Governor's emergency declaration establishes reimbursement pathway; county objects to fronting funds and seeking reimbursement.
  • •Master plan features after 612 public responses; emphasis on adaptive access and preserving natural areas (Gary Wolnitzek).
  • •Partial summary judgment in litigation on necessary medical care definitions.
  • •Project history and land-use restrictions tied to land-and-water conservation funds (Scott Gunning).
  • •Public commenters argued the ordinance reduces the size and independence of the ethics commission and eliminates whistleblower protections (Michael Staverman; Greta Ellenbaas/Elise Sebastian).
  • •Treasurer explanation that 11.3 cents is compensating rate lower than 2025's 11.5 cents due to valuation growth.

Decisions

  • •Accept $238,497 reimbursement via Resolution 26‑21.
  • •Adopt Ordinance 121.51 at second reading as recorded.
  • •Adopt Ordinance 226.33 setting 2026 tax rates.
  • •Approve consent agenda and executive orders as listed.
  • •Approve first GMP for Prus Construction; adopt name 'Fox Ridge Park' via Resolution 26-22.
  • •Continue litigation and advocacy; no acceptance of reimbursement pathway as final solution.

Directions

  • •County Attorney to make textual corrections already noted and staff to publish the corrected ordinance text.
  • •County legal team to continue pursuing direct billing model with the State; track administrative burden and costs.
  • •Departments to proceed with contract execution and scheduling and to keep the court informed.
  • •Public Works to coordinate with KYTC and schedule resurfacing work.
  • •Staff to be available for individual follow‑up conversations with concerned residents.
  • •Staff to publish closure and mobilization schedule and safety guidance prior to Sept. 14 mobilization.
12
Aug

August 12, 2026, KENTON COUNTY RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA August 12, 2026 12:00 PM. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Meeting minutes of the Kenton County Parks & Recreation Commission on Aug. 12, 2026, recorded program and project notes and approved adjournment; Rhonda Ritzi submitted the minutes.

Discussion Points

  • •GMP first phase scope noted as earthwork and utilities.
  • •Program participation totals reported: 52 programs, 5,889 participants.

Decisions

  • •Meeting adjourned following motion; full vote tally not provided.
14
Jul

July 14, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - July 14, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court heard a presentation from Chief of Police Spike Jones proposing bids for automated license plate readers (ALPRs) at county parks and the jail; the court took no action after extensive public comment raising privacy, security, and vendor concerns. The court approved routine resolutions, a roads maintenance list, a consent agenda, several executive orders, and heard administrative reports on the jail substance-abuse program and emergency communications.

Discussion Points

  • •Chief Jones presented packet, draft policy and local anecdotes supporting ALPRs
  • •Commissioners asked about facial recognition, CJIS access, retention, MDT access and misuse penalties
  • •Court approved each item by voice vote with no recorded dissent.
  • •DOCJT moved significant training hours online; cooling centers opened with municipal partners and foundation support; siren functioning verified.
  • •Multiple residents urged rejection/pause citing privacy vulnerabilities and vendor security incidents
  • •Program served 368 people since Feb 2025; 149 were court-ordered; program scored 100% on DBHDID evaluation.
  • •Resolutions and consent items presented as routine; Treasurer and department reps summarized purpose.

Decisions

  • •All listed items approved unanimously (4-0)
  • •Continue program operations; seek alternative funding after CORE grant loss.
  • •No procurement decision made at this meeting

Directions

  • •Schedule additional public engagement and legal/technical review before any solicitation
  • •Staff to gather vendor details, count existing ALPRs in-county and neighboring jurisdictions
30
Jun

June 30, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - June 30, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court met June 30, 2026. The court approved routine contracts and pay applications, adopted several resolutions (including Resolution 26-15 on the Site Readiness Initiative), heard an extended public-comment period focused on the Site Readiness Initiative, and received a presentation from Brighton Center about services and housing programs.

Discussion Points

  • •ALPR solicitation was pulled for separate consideration and later clarified as solicitation-only.
  • •Brighton detailed client counts, program mix and housing development.
  • •Commissioners asked about unit targeting and homeownership outcomes.
  • •Commissioners highlighted complementary conservation and infrastructure work.
  • •County Administrator explained basis for the waiver (legislative changes to notice/challenge rules).
  • •Judge Knochelmann stated the SRI is a study and not a binding zoning change.
  • •Multiple routine contracts and procurement items included on the consent agenda.
  • •Public commenters said the Resolution mischaracterizes public input and understates opposition.
  • •Staff explained the change-order accounting and procurement savings.
  • •Treasury staff recognized for realizing tax and purchasing savings.

Decisions

  • •Adopt Resolution 26-15 (approved 4-0).
  • •Consent agenda approved with ALPR removed.
  • •Pay applications and change order approved 4-0.
  • •Waiver approved 4-0.

Directions

  • •Administration to provide further information on ALPR solicitation before purchase.
  • •Continue county support and partnerships for Brighton programs.
  • •Continue public engagement and post the resolution; staff to proceed with next SRI implementation steps as study work.
  • •Notify parties and proceed with project timeline as allowed under statutory framework.
  • •Record contract-value reduction and adjust project accounting.
9
Jun

June 09, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - June 9, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court met June 9, 2026, and approved the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, multiple executive orders and consent-agenda items, accepted a $1,350,000 MOA claim for Fort Wright site redevelopment, and approved a settlement after an executive session. Citizens raised concerns about detention-center capacity and a Sixth Circuit ruling on due process.

Discussion Points

  • •Judicial praise for staff, and mention of future bid items.
  • •Staff and Treasurer outlined FY2027 budget and small year-end reconciliations.

Decisions

  • •Adopted Ordinance 226.32 as FY2027 budget (4-0).

Directions

  • •Future projects will proceed to formal bid and return to the Court for approval.
26
May

May 26, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - May 26, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court met May 26, 2026. The court approved routine votes including budget adjustments, county road aid acceptance, grant agreements (including a $2 million economic development allocation from HB 990), several executive orders and consent-agenda items; a resident raised concerns about jail overcrowding and an ICE detainer for an 18-year-old during Citizens Address.

Discussion Points

  • •$2 million allocation from HB 990; MOA must be drafted before drawdown.
  • •Allocation is $560,038.05; county may allocate 3% to emergency road aid.
  • •April–May month statistics: 205 intakes, 95 adoptions, 9 transfers, 59 returns to owners, 227 ending population, 99% live-release rate.
  • •County plans to use funds for resurfacing on county-owned roads rather than let state choose.
  • •Detention-center capacity at 180% as of May 7 (668 total inmates, 153 federal).
  • •Funds will be distributed via county application process.
  • •Highlighted adoption events including a 29-dog adoption and a Bissell-supported event.
  • •Matter of an 18-year-old, Nelbi Chun De Leon, held on an ICE detainer after a traffic stop; allegations of racial profiling raised by speaker.
  • •Multiple items approved by unanimous voice vote.
  • •Multiple line-item reallocations detailed by Treasurer.
  • •Ordinance 226.32 presented for first reading; no vote taken.
  • •Potential intermittent VPN connectivity for remote users; staff will be notified.
  • •PRUS has prior regional park and riverfront project experience.
  • •Replace switches and wireless access points; work done after hours.
  • •Standing payment order is an annual routine authorization.
  • •Target completion is 2028 if project milestones and approvals proceed.

Decisions

  • •All recorded items passed 4-0
  • •CMAR contract approved via consent agenda
  • •Resolution adopted 4-0
  • •Resolutions 26-01H and 26-11 adopted 4-0

Directions

  • •County Administrator/External Affairs to work to draft MOA and accept applications.
  • •County Public Works to program resurfacing projects and emergency set-aside.
20
May

May 20, 2026, KENTON COUNTY RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA May 20, 2026 12:00 PM. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

The Kenton County Parks & Recreation Commission met May 20, 2026, to approve prior minutes, review park capital projects and maintenance work across county parks, receive a programs update covering seven completed programs serving 602 participants, and note upcoming items including lease agreement discussions in August.

Discussion Points

  • •Approval of prior minutes and adjournment were recorded as motions and approved.
  • •Borrowed dock at Doe Run Lake for dragon-boat practice and emergency trail markers installed.
  • •Disc golf tee signage and tee pad replacement at Lincoln Ridge.
  • •Lease agreements to be discussed at August meeting.
  • •Middleton-Mills Park playground curbing complete; sports court (basketball and pickleball) under construction, due July 1.
  • •New programs announced include Wine Down Wednesday and a Murder Mystery Dinner.
  • •Pioneer Park path repaving and replacement of baseball field #2 fencing; shelter/restroom upgrades planned for FY2027.
  • •Seasonal maintenance: fields prepped, painting touch-ups, water turned on, pipe replacements, pressure washing.
  • •Seven programs completed serving 602 participants.
  • •Suggestion to add parks flyer to realtor welcome kits or have available at driver's license offices.
  • •Thomas More University students volunteered to clear downed trees and brush at Middleton‑Mills Park.

Decisions

  • •Adjourned meeting on 5/20/2026
  • •Approved minutes from 2/4/2026
28
Apr

April 28, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - April 28, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court met April 28, 2026, approving routine consent items and executive orders, selecting a construction manager for the new county park, and hearing public concern about jail capacity and a rising detention medical contract cost. Officials also outlined a new school-focused 911 education program and described temporary access changes to the Government Center tied to state construction work.

Discussion Points

  • •Burn ban adopted as an air-quality enforcement tool.
  • •County will shift public access to Pike Street and coordinate parking alternatives.
  • •FEMA approved the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan the Court previously adopted.
  • •Goal is to lower accidental calls and teach children they will not be punished for calling 911.
  • •Jailer Fields presented HIP metrics showing high completion rates and days diverted from incarceration.
  • •Negotiations over storm-siren relocation cost and reimbursement with state are ongoing.
  • •Pay applications and camera/software awards were presented as reviewed and appropriate.
  • •Program includes materials (slides, stickers, fridge contact sheet) and practice exercises.
  • •Prus's public-park experience, earthwork capability, and references cited as primary reasons.
  • •Public commenter Michael Staverman raised overcrowding concerns and urged commissioners to ask tougher questions of jail leadership and contractors.
  • •Resident voiced concerns about meeting start times and public participation.
  • •Selection committee reviewed seven bids and interviewed four firms; unanimous committee recommendation for Prus.
  • •State utility/bridge work requires closure of 12th Street ramp beginning May 20 and lasting ~14 months.
  • •Treasurer explained Office 365 vendor change and upfront contract cost that was budgeted.
  • •Treasurer explained the $287,000 medical contract increase and source of funds.

Decisions

  • •Adopted burn ban Executive Order 26-46; noted FEMA approval of mitigation plan.
  • •Approved consent agenda items including Microsoft 365 licensing and continuation of 3C medical contract.
  • •Approved FY budget adjustments (Resolution 26-01G) including the $287,000 increase to the jail medical contract; continued 3C medical contract on the consent agenda.
  • •Approved selection of Prus Construction and authorized contract negotiations.
  • •Authorized right-of-entry for monitoring; no schedule change adopted at meeting.
  • •Commissioners expressed support for school presentations.

Directions

  • •Emergency Management to provide guidance and further updates on training and siren logistics.
  • •Judge/Executive authorized to negotiate contract; staff to provide cost estimates and meetings with commissioners.
  • •Proceed with vendor transitions and implementation; Technology Services to confirm activation.
  • •Program to be presented in schools; staff to coordinate presentation logistics.
  • •Staff to provide updates and consider mitigation for public participation and access.
  • •Treasurer and Jailer to provide follow-up financial and programmatic reports by June 30, 2026.
24
Feb

February 24, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - February 24, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court met Feb. 24, 2026; the court approved routine business including a PILOT for a food manufacturing project, a detention center policy manual, pay applications for the government center garage and multiple executive orders. Public commenters pressed the court on local involvement with ICE and jail conditions; jail leadership reported on home-incarceration savings and medical costs.

Discussion Points

  • •$28,000 grant awarded for swift-water rescue equipment; possible merger of rescue and hazmat teams under discussion.
  • •City of Covington proposed a 50% tax reduction for 10 years as part of the incentive.
  • •County spent $333,000 on external medical through January; possible diverted medical costs are estimated but uncertain.
  • •HB 160 requires qualified manufactured homes be treated like other single-family homes; county staff proposed a uniform countywide text amendment.
  • •Home incarceration diverted thousands of days from jail custody in recent quarters according to jail leadership.
  • •Planning Commission authorized the text amendment to streamline adoption across jurisdictions.
  • •Police turned over 86 firearms to KSP for sale; proceeds to fund body armor purchases.
  • •Project described as $37 million in acquisition and improvements; expected to create up to 98 full-time positions.
  • •Public commenters offered opposing views on maintaining ICE relationships and use of 287(g)-type agreements.
  • •Training curriculum overhaul completed; new hires to be trained under new program.

Decisions

  • •Detention Center Policy Manual approved; court entered executive session later on litigation related to the detention center.
  • •PILOT approved unanimously

Directions

  • •County to report back on training outcomes in about six months; Hazmat cost-recovery ordinance review will continue with agency input.
  • •Staff to continue oversight and report back on training and home-incarceration outcomes.
4
Feb

February 04, 2026, KENTON COUNTY RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA February 4, 2026 12:00 PM. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Parks & Recreation Commission met Feb. 4, 2026, to approve minutes, review parks and capital projects for FY2027 (including a proposed boat ramp at Doe Run Lake), keep shelter rental fees unchanged, review recreation programs, and adjourn.

Discussion Points

  • •Five-year revenue charts for shelter reservations were reviewed by staff.
  • •Recap of 2025 programs and presentation of 2026 and new program offerings.
  • •Staff reported recent/completed projects and FY2027 capital priorities including a boat ramp at Doe Run Lake and master plan continuation.

Decisions

  • •Motion to keep fees at same rate approved.

Directions

  • •Staff to reach out to senior facilities and children’s homes about free weekday shelter availability.
27
Jan

January 27, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - January 27, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court met on Jan. 27, 2026. The court heard a series of public comments urging the county to end its 287(g) agreement with ICE, recognized a deputy with a Silver Star of Bravery, approved routine budget/resolution and consent items, and received reports on a new Law Enforcement Navigator Team, snow-emergency coordination, detention medical costs, and a new CAD link with Campbell County.

Discussion Points

  • •Assistant County Administrator confirmed compressor location and warranty status.
  • •CAD integration with Campbell County is live; Boone County discussions ongoing.
  • •Chief Jones introduced team members and partners.
  • •County Administrator explained fiscal-agent role and recoupment provisions.
  • •Detailed list of outside medical appointments and associated costs.
  • •Navigator Team managed 189 active cases in three months and provides warm handoffs to partners.
  • •No objections from commissioners.
  • •No public opposition recorded during meeting.
  • •Officials credited staff and recommended a press release.
  • •Procurement and personnel items described; vehicle purchases use state purchasing agreements.
  • •Public commenters argued 287(g) fosters militarized enforcement and harms community trust.
  • •Recognition of deputy’s actions during a structure fire.
  • •Speakers requested the Fiscal Court publicly state whether it will continue or end 287(g) participation.
  • •State per-diem ($2.34/day) cited; county pursuing reimbursement litigation through state Supreme Court.
  • •Treasurer explained line items and amounts.

Decisions

  • •Consent items and ordinances approved unanimously.
  • •Resolution 26-01B passed 3-0 to fund the listed adjustments.
  • •Resolutions 26-03 and 26-04 approved 3-0.
13
Jan

January 13, 2026, Kenton County Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda - January 13, 2026. Minutes

Kentucky/Kenton County

Kenton County Fiscal Court met January 13, 2026. The court heard multiple public comments urging an end to 287(g) and ICE agreements, received program updates on homelessness and workforce training, approved several ARPA subawards and routine resolutions/appointments, and accepted the retirement of Sheriff Charles Korzenborn with an interim appointment.

Discussion Points

  • •$400,000 one-time ARPA funding to renovate classrooms and buy equipment for six middle schools.
  • •Adjustments intended to carry budget through June.
  • •Commissioners praised data and asked clarifying questions about shelter referrals for women and outreach.
  • •Intent to create an earlier pipeline into CTE, Enzweiler, and ATC programs.
  • •Judge/Executive expressed appreciation for Sheriff Korzenborn’s service.
  • •Multiple residents urged the court to end 287(g) agreements and to investigate the county detention center.
  • •Occupancy 97.37% at a 68-bed facility; almost 1,900 clinic visits; employment-first strategy for exits.
  • •Pay application #21 vetted and approved; podium and framing continue.
  • •Public Works reported snow response performance and Transportation Plan kickoff.
  • •Speakers cited a low percentage of violent offenders among ICE detainees and expressed fear about militarized enforcement and family separation.
  • •Specific reserve draws: $13,000 (gasoline), $250,000 (medical claims), $20,000 (Fleet repairs).

Decisions

  • •Approved ARPA subaward to TradesNKY
  • •Approved pay application #21; continue project oversight
  • •Approved resolution and ordinance adjustments
  • •Executive Order 26-01 recorded appointment of Jude Hehman
Kris Knochelmann
Judge/Executive
Beth Sewell
Commissioner — District 1
Jon Draud
Commissioner — District 2