Bring Your Family to Farm Frenzy — It`s Free!

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in Boone County, Kentucky
Fall 2009
Bring Your Family to Farm Frenzy — It’s Free!
Because of the influx of new
residents with a suburban or urban
upbringing, many in Boone County
have had little experience with
farming and little knowledge of how
plants and animals are an integral
part of our food that is consumed. To
raise awareness of the relationship
between farming, foods and fiber,
the Boone County Cooperative
Extension Service
presents Farm Frenzy:
An Experience in
Agriculture.
Farm
Frenzy participants will visit
10 educational
stations on various
agricultural subjects.
They will see that chick
chickens come from eggs, see how
a cow is milked, watch the piglets,
learn about the uses of corn and
soybeans, see sheep sheared, learn
about horses, visit a pizza garden,
learn about beef cows and calves,
see a modern tractor and hay baler,
and hear how you need fruits and
vegetables every day. A hayride tour
to the Farmers’ Market will round
out the program.
Farm Frenzy is FREE and is designed for Boone County Elementary
School students in grades 2 and 3.
Agent for Agriculture to schedule an
appointment for their class to attend
Farm Frenzy. The program will take
approximately two hours.
Comments from Teachers
“Besides the fact that many of the students’
Christmas lists included a pet piglet, a real
tractor and a horse, the kids continued to
talk and draw pictures of the things they
saw and learned from Farm Frenzy.
Many of the parents who were not present
for the trip commented on how much
their child retained facts and information
and were able to share with the family.
The things that were presented and the
presenters that spoke used specific yet age
appropriate terms that connected with the
students. Thank you for putting this on
every other year, it is by far our favorite
field trip in second grade!”
When:
• School Grades 2 & 3: October 6-8,
appointments available from 9 am - 2 pm
• For General Public: October 6-7, no
appointment needed, 5 - 7 pm
Where: Boone County Cooperative
Extension Service, 6028 Camp Ernst Road
(off KY 18 between Florence and Burlington)
For more information:
Call 859/586-6101 or visit our website.
www.ca.uky.edu/boone
Not just a petting zoo, Farm Frenzy is
an educational program about how
agriculture is related to food and
fiber production. There will be many
live animals to see, growing plants,
fruits and vegetables to sample, farm
equipment to observe, farmers to talk
with, and much more. Farm Frenzy
will be presented under a large tent
at the Boone County Cooperative
Extension Service, located on KY 18
G e t t i n g
t h e
M o s t
O u t
between Florence and Burlington.
Teachers receive curriculum packets
for each station for follow-up classroom use. Farm Frenzy is also open
to the general public on Tuesday and
Wednesday evenings, October 6 &
7, from 5 pm until 7 pm. Bring the
family to see the animals and enjoy
a hayride and it’s all FREE!!
Teachers should contact Jerry
Brown, Boone County Extension
o f
B o o n e
C o u n t y
“Many of my students have never been
to a farm, therefore, they had no idea
how the farm animals and products
related to their everyday lives. Many of the
children began to think about what they
were eating for lunch and where that food
had originated. They also love to see the
animals and to be able to touch them. I
think that 2nd grade students are the ideal
age to visit Farm Frenzy.”
“As a result of Farm Frenzy, my class has
been exposed to farming and agriculture
they never would have seen from their
suburban upbringing.”
“My class has an appreciation and
understanding of agriculture that I could
not provide in my classroom.”
L i v i n g
Boone County Schools
Parent School Partnership in Learning
Education reform is a major
challenge facing schools across the
nation today. Although schools play
the key role in the national effort
to improve the education of our
children, they cannot accomplish it
alone. Studies show that the extent
to which children are ready to learn
and to achieve in school depends
also on support from families, with
greater family involvement in children’s learning identified as a critical
link to achieving a high-quality education in a safe, disciplined, learning
environment.
U. S. Department of Education 1994
The Boone County Schools
recognize that a student’s education
is a joint responsibility shared by
schools and parents as part of the
larger community, and that these
participants directly impact learning.
Boone County Schools describes
this critical relationship of SchoolParent-Community Partnership as
continuous planning, participation,
and evaluation of activities that
enhance the success of students.
The Boone County Schools
wish to:
• give parents the resources and
knowledge they need to support
their children’s education
• involve parents more in the
successes of our students; build
involvement around parents’
lives
• bring parents to the center of
education policy debate.
Look for multiple opportunities
for parent partnerships with our
schools including the kick-off event
MAKING THE MOST OF HIGH
SCHOOL on September 19. This
event is for students grades 8-12
and their parents. Contact
Dr. Anna Marie Tracy at 334-3792
or your school to register. Also look
for more parent engagement events
in our schools including:
• Strong Fathers
• Parents Assuring Student Success
Program
• Authentic Parent Engagement
• Parent Leadership in Our
Schools
• Two Million Minutes
Documentary on Global
Competition
• STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics)
Awareness
• Helping Your Child at Home –
Elementary Years
• Helping Your Child At Home –
Middle Years
• Parent to Parent
• Parents and Teachers Talking
Together PT3
• TIPS – Teachers Involving
Parents in School Work
• Help — I Have an Adolescent!
• Tools for Parents to Work with
Child at Home
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport
What’s New at CVG
“Change” can describe the
events at CVG over the last sev
several months. Change in leadership,
change in facilities and change in
service.
In May the Board selected John
C. Mok as the airport’s new CEO.
John’s 25 years in the aviation
industry — spent in many different
roles — uniquely qualify him for
this position.
“We think John is ideal for the
role of CEO,” said H. Lawson Walker
II, Airport Board Chairman. “As a
veteran of the industry, John has
served as the head of Cleveland’s
two airports and as vice president at
one of the country’s top 10 airports,
Dallas. He also headed up airport
planning for one of the world’s largest engineering and construction
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firms. In addition, he brings international experience, having served as
the head of strategic planning for the
Hong Kong airport.”
John has faced many challenges
over his career and has successfully turned those challenges into
opportunities — through different
and unique approaches. This will be
invaluable as CVG moves forward.
CVG will be moving ahead with
new facilities that will improve the
passenger experience. A new security
screening building, scheduled to
open in October, will provide more
security lanes to help increase ef
efficiency. Additionally, passengers now
can wait in the new, climate-controlled, Rental Car Transportation
Center.
John C. Mok
Finally, local residents probably have noticed the most recent
change, the return of DHL Worldwide
www.cvgairport.com
“We think John
is ideal for the
role of CEO. As
a veteran of the
industry, John has
served as the head
of Cleveland’s two
airports and as vice
president at one
of the country’s
top 10 airports,
Dallas...”
-H. Lawson Walker II
Express. In July, DHL returned service to CVG, bringing approximately
800 jobs to the area.
Boone County Solid Waste Management
Household Hazardous
What?
Congrats Are in Order
Call our office at
859/334-3151 to obtain
a helpful Resource
Guide for the safe
disposal of hazardous
household waste.
You’ve heard us talk about
household hazardous waste before.
It is that stuff that you’re not sure
how to safely get rid of like paint,
used motor oil, electronics, tires, and
TVs. Allow us to offer you a Resource
Guide that can be your go-to book
for safe disposal of hazardous gunk.
And while you’re at it, feel free to ask
about the electronics recycling event
we’re planning with the Household
Hazardous Waste Action Coalition on
October 3.
Putting the “Oo!” in School
Call our office at
859/334-3151 to set up a
free presentation to your
school group.
As classes start up this autumn,
keep in mind that we ladies of
Solid Waste are more than willing
to speak to the students in your
life about anything from reusing
soda cans and cleaning up litter
to whether or not a pet that has
passed on can be recycled. Yes,
we really have been asked that
question in a classroom. Whatever
you’re wondering, we can discuss it
and we love audiences of all kinds
from public school patrons to adult
clubs, scouting troops, or conference groups. Simply sing out to set
up a free presentation!
Fall Junk Haul
October 19 starts Fall Cleanup
week for Boone County, the City of
Florence, and the City of Walton.
This is the time to load up your
unwanted junk and bring it out for
free disposal. Give us a call to get all
the details!
Kelly Chapman
We have a shining star in our
midst. The Northern Kentucky
Area Development District
honors the contributions of a
wide range of individuals and
programs in the public sector.
Kelly Chapman, Boone County
Solid Waste Enforcement Officer
(plus a whole lot more!) has won
the Public Works Employee of
the Year for 2009. We are very
proud of Kelly and all she does for
Boone County.
Signs, Signs, Everywhere, Signs
Sometimes the sign clutter that
can be found on our County rightof-way is enough to, well, break your
mind. Whether advertising your yard
sale, offering free kittens or notify
notifying your neighbors that “long haired
freaky people need not apply,” please
be courteous and take down any
signs you hang up in your neighborhood. Signs put on right-of-way can
be removed at any time and could
carry a fine of $100 per sign so be
aware before you start blocking out
the scenery.
Artistic Anti-Litter Action
We couldn’t be happier to announce the return of two of our
favorite programs, the Quit the
Littering Coloring Calendar Contest
and the Eco Topic Essay Contest.
Know an elementary school Van
Gogh who is gung-ho about litter
prevention? Then hit us up to get
information on the Calendar Contest.
Thinking of an erudite high school
Einstein who is recycling-inclined?
Then they may have to learn more
about the Essay Contest. Call or
watch our website as these competitive ecological contests get going!
Boone County Solid Waste Management
A Division of Boone County Public Works
Mary Frances Dickey, Solid Waste Coordinator
Becky Haltermon, Education & Litter Abatement Coordinator
Kelly Chapman, Solid Waste Enforcement Officer
Phone: 859-334-3151
Email: [email protected]
www.boonecountyky.org/BCSWM
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Boone County Fiscal Court
From the Desk of Judge/Executive Gary W. Moore
County Adopts Fiscal Year 2010 Budget
I
n June, the county adopted
its Fiscal Year 2010 General
Fund budget at a level that
is slightly less than the prior year.
This marks the fourth budget in the
last four years where we’ve decreased
spending. The General Fund,
together with the Public Works and
Jail Funds, comprise the primary
operating budgets for the county. The
budget represents one of the single
most important policy documents
that the fiscal court will adopt over
the course of the year.
We ended Fiscal Year 2009 with
less revenue than we anticipated, but
also with lower expenses. Because of
our aggressive action at reducing ex
expenses, we were able to increase the
County’s reserve fund. While overall
spending has been held in check, the
county has also reduced the size of
its workforce and asked every county
department to do more with less. Our
The Fiscal Year 2010
General Fund budget is
at a level that is slightly
less than the prior year.
This marks the fourth
budget in the last four
Gary W. Moore
Boone County
Judge/Executive
focus has been to incorporate these
reductions without affecting the level
or quality of services that we offer to
our residents. Some specific indicators of our budget activity during the
last two years include:
• Overall reduction in budgeted
appropriations for the General Fund
from $40.5 million in Fiscal Year
2008 to $39.3 million for Fiscal
Year 2010
years where we’ve
decreased spending.
• A reduction in the number of
authorized full-time county positions
from 215 to 196
• Decreases in many
discretionary line items such as
capital improvements, equipment
replacement, training and related
expenditures, and
• No salary increase for
all county employees for Fiscal
Year 2010
The operating budget for this
year, adopted by the fiscal court,
reflects a commitment to core,
fundamental public services such
as safe neighborhoods, clean streets
and highways, reliable emergency
response and related services that
our citizens have come to expect.
Furthermore, the court has continued to embrace sound fiscal practices such as continuing a low tax
rate environment and maintaining
adequate emergency reserves. The
Fiscal Court will continue to take
whatever steps are necessary, and
make difficult decisions and choices,
as we navigate these uncertain and
challenging economic times.
Sincerely,
Judge/Executive Gary W. Moore
Transportation Update
While investment in county and
state highways has been affected by the
current economic downturn, forward
progress is still being made to improve
our transportation system within the
county. The reconstruction of North
Bend Road (KY 237), north of I-275,
is proceeding on schedule as reported
by state transportation officials. This
project is scheduled for completion
by the end of 2009. The county has
requested that the state evaluate the
condition of another section of North
Bend Road (from KY 18 to KY 20) to
determine necessary improvements to
the driving surface. This evaluation is
underway.
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The state has reported the first
phase of the Pleasant Valley Road
reconstruction project, from U.S. 42
to Rose Petal Drive, is scheduled for
letting in November of 2009. The first
phase of this project is able to move
forward due to the award of $7.2 million dollars of federal stimulus money
from the state. The second phase of
this project reconstructs the section
from KY 18 to Camp Ernst Road and
third phase includes the remaining
middle section. Funding for phases two
and three has not been identified by
the state at present.
The county has continued to
make steady progress in planning,
design and securing of additional
funding for the South Airfield Road
project, that will connect KY 18 (near
Oakbrook Drive) with Turfway Road
(in front of Turfway Race track). This
major construction project is designed
to alleviate traffic congestion along KY
18 and provide a new corridor to access
the City of Florence and I-75. This
project is close to being fully funded
and right-of-way is currently being
obtained. Construction is tentatively
scheduled to begin during 2010.
Work on the reconstruction
of Industrial Road (KY 1829) is
nearing completion and the additional lanes are already enhancing
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traffic movement in this area. Other
transportation-related projects include
the installation of a traffic signal at
the Mt. Zion Road/Gunpowder Road
intersection. This signal should better
serve peak rush hour traffic movement
and provide for safe intersection access
for southbound Gunpowder Road vehicles. Finally, the county is installing
additional intersection turning lanes
at the North Bend Road/Conrad Road
intersection. This improvement is designed to enhance traffic flow through
the intersection, especially during the
school year when daily traffic volumes
are high.
SD1
Billing Changes
In an effort to better serve our
customers, SD1 is switching our
residential customers from quarterly
to monthly billing. We believe this
change will make budgeting more
manageable and may help alleviate
some of the financial burden placed
on our customers.
Residential wastewater bills are
now being based on water consumed
during the winter months (October 1
through April 30). Basing customers’ bills on their winter water usage
allows SD1 to more accurately bill
for the water that actually enters the
sanitary sewer system.
Northern Kentucky’s sewer system is aging and deteriorating. Over
the next five years, SD1 anticipates
investing more than $400 million
Peak Performance Awards
to rehabilitate the existing wastewater and storm water collection
systems, reduce sewage overflows and
meet the requirements set forth in
SD1’s legal settlement with the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency.
Due to these increasing infrastructure needs and the lack of
available federal funding, 15% rate
adjustments have been approved for
Construction Underway
SD1 employees, standing
(L-R): Chris Robinson,
Mark Pryor, Hasten
Wright, Mike Eversole;
sitting (L-R): Rick
McDannold, Sarah
Griffith, Joe Baxter,
Vern Wiley
Nine of SD1’s wastewater
treatment facilities have received
the National Association of Clean
Water Agencies’ (NACWA) Peak
Performance Awards for 2008.
NACWA’s Peak Performance Awards
program recognizes public wastewater treatment facilities for their outstanding compliance with National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) permit limits.
SD1’s largest facility, the Dry
Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant,
received a Peak Performance Gold
Award, which honors treatment
works that have achieved 100 percent
compliance with their NPDES permit
for an entire calendar year. This
is Dry Creek’s seventh consecutive
year to be honored with a Peak
Performance Award. The following
SD1 facilities also received Peak
Performance Gold Awards:
- Alexandria Dairy Mart
Wastewater Treatment Plant
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the next two years. It is anticipated
that additional rate adjustments
will also be necessary in the future;
however, SD1 will continue to look for
ways to minimize costs and will be
persistent in seeking state and federal
funding to help minimize the impact
on our customers.
Charles H. Kelly Elementary
School Wastewater Treatment
Plant
- Ethan’s Glen Treatment Plant
- Rivershore Farms Wastewater
Treatment Plant
- Verona Commons Treatment
Plant
- Walton Industrial Park
Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Walton Wastewater Treatment
Plant
SD1’s Eastern Regional Water
Reclamation Facility, which began
receiving flow in the fall of 2007,
received a Peak Performance Silver
Award.
“SD1 is an outstanding example
of environmental efforts. NACWA is
honored to showcase the achievements of SD1 and our nation’s public
wastewater utilities through the Peak
Performance Awards Program,”
said Ken Kirk, NACWA’s Executive
Director.
SD1 recently celebrated the
groundbreaking of the Western
Regional Water Reclamation Facility
and Conveyance Tunnel, which will
serve the majority of Boone County
and portions of western and southern
Kenton County.
The Western Regional Water
Reclamation Facility will process an
average flow of 20 million gallons per
day. The facility will have a unique,
rural architectural design and will
feature state-of-the-art ultraviolet
light disinfection and conventional
activated treatment technologies.
The Western Regional Conveyance
Tunnel will convey flows to the new
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water reclamation facility. The 8.5
foot diameter tunnel will begin at the
current location of SD1’s Gunpowder
Pump Station, which is located off
Camp Ernst Road, and travel ap
approximately six miles to the Western
Regional Facility.
Together, these two projects
represent the largest infrastructure
investment SD1 has ever made –
totaling approximately $178 million.
These improvements will significantly
reduce the amount of sanitary sew
sewage overflowing from our collection
systems, provide flexibility for future
capacity needs and help meet stringent
regulatory requirements.
In addition, SD1 will be investing
more than $52 million in associated
conveyance system improvements.
These improvements include a diversion pump station and a network of
trunk sewers that will transport flows
to the conveyance tunnel and help
eliminate a number of sewer overflows
throughout the system.
SD1
1045 Eaton Drive • Fort Wright, KY 41017
phone: 859/578-7450
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm
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Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky
Fall Is a Great Time to
Try TANK!
Boone County residents can try
TANK for transportation to all of
their fall fun. If you’re around town
doing one of the following activities,
try using TANK to get there! The
hassles of parking in crowded lots
and fighting traffic are only a
memory when you take TANK!
Heading to a Bengals
Game This Season?
Season-ticket holders and
occasional attendees alike know
that TANK is the only way to get to
home football games. TANK offers
service on the Southbank Shuttle to
a special stop just one block away
from Paul Brown Stadium. Park in
Covington at one of the free/low-cost
TANK in Boone County
parking lots or on-street parking and
enjoy a convenient ride to the game.
Then, enjoy an after-game treat at
one of the many restaurants on the
route! Taking the Southbank Shuttle
to the game is the best way to avoid
the pre- and post-game traffic!
We’ll Take You Back to
School Shopping!
If you need to get your back-toschool shopping started or even get a
head start on your holiday shopping,
look no further than TANK. The #1
Florence route serves all the major
shopping destinations in Northern
Kentucky, as well as downtown
Cincinnati.
Routes:
1 Florence
1X Florence Express *Wi-Fi route
2X Airport Express
22X Walton Express
28X Empire Drive Express
29X Hebron Express
32X Burlington Express *Wi-Fi route
Park and Ride Locations:
Biggs – Houston Rd. (1X)
Burlington Park and Ride (32X)
Hebron Lutheran Church (29X)
Mt. Zion Park and Ride (22X)
Call 331-TANK or visit www.tankbus.org for
schedule and route
TANK
Information Line:
859/331-TANK
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Do your back-to-school shopping or get a head start on
holiday shopping with the convenience of TANK, serving all
the major shopping destinations in Northern Kentucky and
downtown Cincinnati.
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Boone County Public Library
NKY One Book, One Community
The Jazz Bird by Craig Holden
What if everyone read
the same book? Think
of the conversations
you could have! Why
not be part of Northern
Kentucky’s One Book,
One Community program
where everyone does read
the same book! It’s easy
to participate — read
The Jazz Bird by Craig Holden
in September, attend a book discussion in October and then meet Craig
Holden in November!
You can check-out a copy of The
Jazz Bird at the One Book kickoff event at the Main Library on
You borrowed 1,485,888 books,
movies, magazines, music and
software. Based on average local
retail and rental costs for those
items, you could have spent ...
$21,141,902
You logged into library databases
to read, print or download 120,252
full text documents. Based on an
average cost of $20 for commercial
online document delivery, you could
have spent ... $2,405,040
Friday, September 11 at 7 pm. Boone
County’s own Bruce Ferguson will
share an excerpt from the book, the
Swingtime Big Band will play 1920’s
era favorites and one lucky winner
will go home with their own personal
copy of The Jazz Bird.
Pick up a One Book brochure
for the complete list of October book
discussions and November author
visits. You are welcome to attend
any or all!
Show Your Library Card and Save Cash!
Save money in September when
you show your library card at more
than 130 Northern Kentucky businesses! Participating restaurants,
retail stores and health and service
businesses will offer discounts or free
merchandise from September 1-30,
2009. Brochures with the complete
list of discounts are available at all
library locations and on our website:
www.bcpl.org
If you don’t have a library card,
there’s no better time to get one —
September is National Library Card
Sign-Up Month! Get your free library
card today and start saving!
Catch BCPL on You Tube, Facebook, and Twitter
Watch our You Tube videos promoting the Library’s collection, services and
programs — always with a humorous
twist. You can get to them from our
website: www.bcpl.org
Be our fan on Facebook! Open
Facebook and search for Boone County
Public Library. Or follow us on Twitter –
twitter.com/boonelibrary
Main Library
1786 Burlington Pike
Burlington, KY 41005
Chapin
Memorial
Library
6517 Market Street
Petersburg, KY 41080
LAST YEAR ...
Florence
Branch
7425 US 42, Florence,
KY 41042
Scheben
Branch
8899 US 42, Union, KY
41091
Lents Branch
3215 Cougar Path,
Hebron, KY 41048
Walton Branch
21 S. Main, Walton,
KY 41094
Six locations to serve you!
One phone number:
859/342-BOOK (2665)
You used library computers 218,490
times to do homework, stay in touch
with friends, look for a job, write a
resume, plan your vacation, and
get the best deal on your new car.
Kinko’s charges $12 per hour. You
could have spent ... $2,621,880
375 community groups, businesses,
and clubs used library meeting
rooms to hold 1030 meetings. Most
meetings lasted at least two hours.
Based on a commercial rental rate
of $50 per hour, you could have
spent ... $103,000
You borrowed 3196 books from
libraries across the country and
around the world. Many of these
were out of print and could not have
been purchased. At an average cost
of $25 for interlibrary loan, you
could have spent ... $79,900
48,230 children, from birth through
high school, attended 2,993 library
programs. At a minimal cost of $5
per child, you could have spent ...
$241,150
18,020 adults attended 741 library
programs. At a minimal cost of $10
per person, you could have spent ...
$182,020
TOTAL VALUE OF THESE
BASIC SERVICES: $26,774,892
COUNTY INVESTMENT:
$7,116,777
RETURN ON INVESTMENT:
$3.75
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Boone County Planning Commission
Home-Based Businesses Require Permit
With the slow economy, residents
are now thinking more about starting a new business. The good news is
that you can operate a business from
the convenience of your home, but
only with a Home Occupation Permit
from the Boone County Planning
Commission. A Home Occupation is
simply defined as a business that is
clearly incidental or secondary to a
residence or home use. A home occupation involves earning an income
from the residence versus a typical
business location. Examples of
home-based businesses are consulting and on-line sales.
Section 3142 of the Boone
County Zoning Regulations describes
the requirements for home occupations and the eight criteria for evaluating home occupation applications.
The proposed use or business must
comply with the following requirements:
• It is incidental to a residential use.
• It is conducted entirely within a
residence and not in an accessory building.
• Involves members of the household in the business operation
and allows only 1 non-family
member.
• Cannot involve a commodity to
be sold on the premises for retail
purposes.
• It will not cause a change in exterior appearance of the residence.
• Traffic from the proposed use
cannot be greater than traffic
associated with a residence.
• There is no exterior evidence of
pollution, glare, noise or vibration.
• There is no business signage
permitted.
All home occupations cannot
be a nuisance in a neighborhood.
Home Occupation Permits can be
revoked if the homeowner violates
any conditions or the above criteria.
A one-time permit application fee of
$60.00 is required to be paid upon
application submittal. As long as
the home occupation or business
remains the same and the location
doesn’t change, a new permit is not
required. The application is available at www.boonecountyky.org/
pc. Further, any new home-based
business is required to submit an
Occupational License/Payroll Tax
Application with the Boone County
Fiscal Court and with the City of
Florence (if the business is located
in Florence). This form and filing
requirements are also available at
www.boonecountyky.org.
Greenway and Trail
Study Update
For the latest update about the
completion and adoption of the
Boone County Greenway and
Trail Study, visit the Planning
Commission’s website at www.boonecountyky.org/pc or
contact the project manager,
David A. Geohegan, AICP at
859/334-2196 or at [email protected].
www.boonecountyky.org/pc
Law Enforcement Officers of the Year Honored
Boone County Sheriff’s Office Detective Tim Adams Recognized
Earlier this year, the Florence
Rotary Club held a program that
honored three outstanding law enforcement officers who serve
Boone County. The Boone County
Sheriff’s Office is proud of Detective
Tim Adams for being recognized
as one of the recipients. In his
nomination letter, Sheriff Mike
Helmig wrote, “Detective Adams is a
13-year veteran of the sheriff’s office,
married, father of two children and
lifelong resident of Boone County.
According to the Kentucky State
Police, only 19% of all property
crimes were solved in 2007. Detective
Adams solved 47% of his assigned 8
property crime cases, more than
double the state average.”
Sheriff Mike Helmig is proud of
all his staff, but in particular he’s
proud that the Florence Rotary Club
recognized Detective Tim Adams for
his fine contribution that makes our
community a safer place to live.
The other officers recognized by the Florence Rotary Club were
Sgt. Tom Grau of the Florence Police
Department and Officer Adam
McGuire of the Cincinnati/Northern
Kentucky International Airport. We
owe these and all law enforcement
officers our thanks and admiration
for the service they provide to our
community.
Pictured at the Florence Rotary Club’s Law Enforcement Officer of the Year luncheon (L-R) Shannon and Detective Tim Adams, Boone County Sheriff’s Department; Sgt. Tom and Tricia Grau, Florence Police Department; and Kendra and Officer Adam McGuire, Airport Police Department
upcoming e vents Fall 2009
For more information about any of these programs,
visit the City’s Activity Guide at www.florence-ky.gov
SAFETY FAIR
September 12
The Florence Police and Fire/EMS Departments will hold a Safety Fair
on Saturday, September 12 from 10 am-2 pm at the Houston Road
Wal-Mart (7625 Doering Drive). Call 647-5420 or go to the City’s Activity
Guide at www.florence-ky.gov.
NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT OUT
September 15
The City of Florence will hold its last Neighborhood Night Out event of the
season on Tuesday, September 15 from 5-7 pm at Lincoln Woods Park. Call
647-5420 or go to the City’s Activity Guide at www.florence-ky.gov.
POOCH FEST
September 19
The City of Florence will hold its annual Pooch Fest on Saturday,
September 19 at 10 am at the Florence Government Center (8100 Ewing
Boulevard). Call 647-5439 or go to the City’s Activity Guide at
www.florence-ky.gov.
SAFE SITTER BABYSITTING CLASSES
September 19 and November 7
The City of Florence holds Safe Sitter babysitting classes throughout the
year from 9 am-4 pm at the Evelyn Kalb Gathering House at the Florence
Nature Park (Banklick Street). Upcoming classes: Saturday, September 19
and Saturday, November 7. Call 647-5439 or go to the City’s Activity Guide
at www.florence-ky.gov.
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For more information about any of these programs, visit the City’s Activity Guide at www.florence-ky.gov
World of Sports Free Golf Clinics
Through September
World of Sports (7400 Woodspoint Drive) offers free golf clinics to Florence residents each Monday from 6-7 pm
through September. Clinics are limited to the first eight golfers, who must purchase a large bucket of balls. Monday
night is also half price night for Florence residents, who can receive a large bucket of balls for $4.25 and play
miniature golf for $2. Call 371-8255 or go to www.landrumgolf.com.
National Fire Prevention Month
October
The City’s Fire/EMS Department celebrates National Fire Prevention Month in October. October 4-10 is National Fire
Prevention Week. Call 647-5660 for dates and times of programs and events scheduled throughout the month or go to
Leaf Collection
October-December
The City’s Public Services Department conducts its annual Leaf Collection Program from October to December for
Florence residents. A booklet lists the dates leaves are collected by streets as well as the guidelines and will be made
available at the Florence Government Center (8100 Ewing Boulevard). Call 647-5416 or go to www.florence-ky.gov.
Fall Cleanup Program
October 19-25
The City of Florence will hold its Fall Cleanup Program October 19-25. This is an opportunity for Florence residents
(proof of residency required) and business owners to bring unwanted items for disposal at the Public Services
Maintenance Facility (7850 Tanners Lane). Debris not accepted: antifreeze, batteries, fungicides (hazardous waste),
insecticides, oil, paint (in liquid form), pesticides, and tires. Facility hours are 7 am-7 pm, Monday-Friday and 9
am-7 pm, Saturday and Sunday. Call 647-5416 or go to the City’s Activity Guide at www.florence-ky.gov.
Halloween Night Out
October 27
The City of Florence will hold its annual Halloween Night Out on Tuesday, October 27 from 5-7 pm at the Florence
Government Center (8100 Ewing Boulevard). Call 647-5439 or go to the City’s Activity Guide at www.florence-ky.gov.
City of Florence Event Listings continued on page 19
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www.florence-ky.gov
Fall 2009
Program Schedule
Expand
Your Horizons!
You may register
on-line, in person or
mail in, beginning
Tuesday, September 15,
Noon-7 PM.
n On-line registration:
www.boone.kyschools.us
Select District Office
Choose Community
Education
n In-Person Registration
will be held Noon-7 PM,
Tuesday,September 15
Ralph Rush Staff
Development Center
99 Center Street
Florence, Kentucky
41042
n Mail-in Registration:
Boone County Schools
8330 US 42,
Florence, KY 41042,
Attn: Community
Education Department
Community Partners:
Boone County Board of
Education
Boone County Adult
Education
Boone County Cooperative
Extension Service
Boone County Parks
Department
Walton-Verona Board of
Education
EXPAND YOUR
CREATIVITY
BASKET —
HERB/PIE WITH
WOVEN HANDLE
Round shaped wooden base
basket measures 12" diameter
with sides and handle woven with
round reed. Sample baskets will
be available to view at the Boone
Woods Arts and Crafts Show on
September 20. Weave your own
unique family heirloom! All
supplies included.
$43
Mondays, 6-9 PM
November 9 & 16
Petersburg Community Center, OR
Tuesdays, 6-9 PM
November 10 & 17
Old Parks Office
Jo Ann Wess
BEADED
NE W !
ORNAMENT
Create your own
individual, unique holiday ornament using various colored beads.
Great for a gift or decorate your
own tree at home. All materials
are included.
$35
Tuesday, November 10
6:30-8:30 PM
Gray Middle School
Jessica Wainscott
BEGINNER’S
NE W ! BEADED
NECKLACE
Beginners can create their own
unique necklace using various
crystals and colored beads. Customize your necklace to fit your
personality and wardrobe. All
materials included.
$35
Tuesday, October 6, 6:30-8:30 PM
Ockerman Elementary School
Jessica Wainscott
BROWNIE TREATS
NE W ! The newest class.
How to make and
decorate brownies in many shapes
and sizes. Each student will take
home many samples. All supplies
included.
$33
Wednesday, October 14, 7-9 PM
Conner High School
Susan Zugehoer
NE W !
CAKE DECORATING —
COURSE 1
This four-week class teaches the
basics of cake decorating. How to
make icing and frost a cake, make
borders, stars, clowns, sweet peas,
leaves and of course “the Rose.”
Student books included. Students
will bring an iced cake in lesson
2, 3 & 4. Students required
to purchase all supplies
before class. Visit www.boone.
kyschools.us for supply list. Bring
all supplies the first night.
$48
Thursdays, 7-9 PM
November 3, 10, 17, 24
Conner High School
Susan Zugehoer
CANDY CLASS
Each student will do a hands-on
project. Students will be making a
variety of candies, such as chocolate covered cherries, caramels, coconut bon bons, turtles, lollipops
and many more. Supplies provided
by instructor.
$33
Thursday, October 8
7-9 PM
Conner High School
Susan Zugehoer
CROCHET
In this six-week class, the basic
techniques of crocheting will be
taught and/or reviewed. Beginners, and those with some experience, are welcome. Beginners
should bring a skein of worsted
weight yarn and a size ‘H’ crochet
hook to the first class. Others may
bring a project of their choice.
Class size limited to 15.
$35
Mondays, 7-9 PM
September 28 - November 9
(No class October 12)
Conner High School
Ann Thompson
CRYSTAL WEAVE BRACELET
Use Swarovski crystals and glass
beads to create a beautiful woven
bracelet unlike anything you have
ever seen! Dozens of color combinations to choose from to fit your
style. All materials included.
$35
Tuesday, October 13
6:30-8:30 PM
Gray Middle School
Jessica Wainscott
HOLIDAY COOKIES
IN A CORNUCOPIA
BASKET
Each student will make eight
Thanksgiving cookies and put in
a cornucopia basket. All supplies
included.
$33
Thursday, November 19, 7-9 PM
Conner High School
Susan Zugehoer
NE W !
HOLIDAY
CUPCAKES
Each student will
have eight cupcakes to decorate
and take home. Will have Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas
samples. All supplies included.
$33
Monday, October 19
7-9 PM
Conner High School
Susan Zugehoer
SEAT CANING
In this 8-session course, you will
learn how to use natural cane to
re-weave seats of antique chairs,
stools, etc. Please bring chair
to first class. Materials may be
purchased through the instructor.
Maximum of 14.
$45 PLUS materials
Tuesdays/Thursdays, 6:30-9 PM
September 22 - October 15
Conner High School
Sharon Mason
NE W !
ADVANCE YOUR
SKILLS
BASIC MICROSOFT EXCEL
(2007) SKILLS
In this 2-evening session, we
will explore basic spreadsheet
applications. Through hands-on
practice, we will learn to use
the menu bar and basic tools to
create simple spreadsheets for
budgets, inventories, simple listings of names, recipes, and other
basic spreadsheet skills (simple
formulas, listing, charting, copy,
paste, etc.) necessary in everyday
computer usage. This will prepare
you for the MS Excel class.
$40
October 21 & 26, 4:15-6:15 PM
Conner High School
Kim Trauger
BASIC MICROSOFT WORD
(2007) SKILLS
In this 2-evening session, we will
explore basic word processing
skills. Through hands-on practice
(using Microsoft Word 2007), we
will learn to use the menu bar
and basic tools to create simple
letters and flyers, and cover very
basic word processing skills, copy
and paste, and inserting pictures.
$40
September 24 & 28, 4:15-6:15 PM
Conner High School
Kim Trauger
INTRODUCTION
NE W ! TO EBAY
Explore the world
of EBAY, including registering,
buying and selling. Want to
purchase an item? See how to bid,
purchase, etc. Want to sell some
of your “highly valuable” possessions? See how to become a seller,
create your listings, set up your
shipping, etc. Look at the various
fees, types of auctions and how to
use EBAY for your enjoyment and
benefit! Please bring information
on a couple of items you might be
interested in purchasing, so you
can search for it on EBAY. Also,
bring information on a couple of
items you might want to sell (a
picture on a CD or a flash drive
would also be great, if you have
one), so you can create a sample
listing. Join the world of EBAY
auctions!
$40
November 5 & 9, 4:15-6:15 PM
Conner High School
Kim Trauger
INTRODUCTION
NE W ! TO INTERNET,
OUTLOOK AND
WINDOWS
Learn to navigate through the
Internet, Microsoft Outlook and
Windows XP. We will be looking at
various search engines, toolbars,
creating new folders, contact/
distribution lists, etc.
$40
October 26 & 27, 6-8 PM
Florence Elementary
Judy Hibner
11
BC Ed
Advance Your Skills, cont.
INTRODUCTION TO
MICROSOFT EXCEL
Learn to create spreadsheets, practice using the menu bar
and basic tools to maneuver around
spreadsheet applications. Learn
to copy, cut, paste and how to do
simple formulas and charts necessary in everyday computer usage.
$40
November 16 & 17, 6-8 PM
Florence Elementary
Judy Hibner
INTRODUCTION TO
NE W ! MICROSOFT WORD
Gain hands-on practice
and experience in this 2-evening
class. Learn to use the menu bar &
basic tools to create simple letters
and cover very basic word processing skills. Learn to copy, cut, paste
& insert pictures and text necessary
in everyday computer usage.
$40
November 5 & 9, 6-8 PM
Florence Elementary
Judy Hibner
MICROSOFT ACCESS (2007)
Students will learn the basics of
Microsoft Access in this two-evening
class. Create a database using
tables, queries, forms and reports to
store and utilize your information.
$65
November 2 & 3, 5:30-8:30 PM
Ryle High School
Ruth Davis
MICROSOFT EXCEL I (2007)
Students will learn the basics of
Microsoft Excel 2007 in this twoevening class. Topics will include
creating and saving spreadsheets,
formatting and editing, calculating
formulas and inserting charts.
$65
October 19 & 20, 5:30-8:30 PM
Ryle High School
Ruth Davis
MICROSOFT EXCEL II (2007)
A continuation of Microsoft Excel I 2007. In this two-evening
class, advanced concepts will
be taught including changing
worksheet appearance, advanced
formulas, auto-fractions and
worksheet organization.
$65
October 26 & 27, 5:30-8:30 PM
Ryle High School
Ruth Davis
MICROSOFT WORD I (2007)
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word
in this two-evening class. Topics will
include creating and saving documents, editing text and graphics
and creating and editing tables.
$65
September 21 & 22, 5:30-8:30 PM
Ryle High School
Ruth Davis
NE W !
12
MICROSOFT WORD II (2007)
A continuation of Microsoft Word I for students who want a more
in-depth look into Word. In this
2-evening class, advanced concepts
will be taught including formatting
tables, letters, envelopes and labels,
headers and footers, mail merge,
and e-mail attachments.
$65
September 28 & 29, 5:30-8:30 PM
Ryle High School
Ruth Davis
POWERPOINT (2007)
PowerPoint 2007, a complete
presentation graphics program.
Students will learn to customize
presentations using design templates, clip art, animation schemes
and custom backgrounds.
$65
October 5 & 6, 5:30-8:30 PM
Ryle High School
Ruth Davis
SKILLS FOR WINDOWS AND
EXPLORING THE INTERNET
This 2-evening session is for those
students who need to learn, or
review, fundamental computer skills
and terminology prior to taking
other computer related classes.
Through hands-on experience, we
will cover basic Windows settings
(screen savers, colors, display, etc.),
saving and organizing your files
into folders.
$40
September 17 & 21, 4:15-6:15 PM
Conner High School
Kim Trauger
EXPLORE YOUR
INTERESTS
AMATEUR RADIO (HAM)
TECHNICIAN LICENSE CLASS
This class will cover all the information you need to get a Technician
class FCC Amateur Radio license.
Class fee covers the cost of the
required book. The October 29 class
will be an exam session conducted
by volunteer examiners. Testing fee
of $14 collected at the exam session. $28
Thursdays, 7-9 PM
October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Ockerman Middle School
Rick Haltermon
BALLROOM DANCING A beginners course, learn the Fox
Trot, Waltz, Slow Partner Dance and
Tango. Starting with the basic steps
and into leading and following
with a partner. Smooth- soled shoes
required.
$45
Mondays, 7:30-8:30 PM
September 21-October 26
(No class on October 12)
Conner High School
Carolyn Rollin
BALLROOM DANCING CONTINUED
This class will continue where your
introductory class ended. You will
be introduced to the Cha Cha and
add more steps to your Tango and
Waltz. Partners are recommended.
Smooth soled shoes a must.
$45
November 2 - November 30
(No class on November 23)
Erpenbeck Elementary
Carolyn Rollin
BASIC HORSENE W ! MANSHIP FROM
THE GROUND UP
Entry level class in basic horsemanship. Students will learn about the
nature of the horse, including safety
and basic skills necessary to interact
with horses, nutrition, health,
grooming and tack.
$75
9 AM-Noon
Saturday, September 26, or
Saturday, October 3, or
Saturday, October 10, or
Saturday, October 17
Robin Hill Farm
Judy Robin
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY
RESPONSE TEAM (C. E. R. T.)
Intense hands-on training
designed to help citizens protect
themselves, their family and
their neighborhood in disaster
situations. Learn preparedness for
hazards that may impact our area
and basic disaster response skills
including: utility management,
small fire suppression, medical
assistance, searching for victims
safely, and how to organize a team
to be effective. Those who complete
the training are assigned to a team
which may be activated to assist
with disaster response. (Open only
to Boone County residents over 18
years of age.) Class limited to 25.
$25
Call 334-2279 for times & dates
Boone Co. Public Safety Campus
Mark Ihrig, Bill Fletcher and Steve
Hearne
DANCE TO EXERCISE
No partners needed but a great way
to exercise, socialize and learn to
dance not only in class, but a great
way to add to your freestyle outside
the classroom. We’ll be dancing cha
cha, rumba, samba, salsa and more
in this non-stop hour of FUN!
$45
September 21 - October 26 (No class October 12)
Conner High School, OR
Mondays, 6-7:15 PM
November 2 - November 30 (No class November 23)
Carolyn Rollin
DANCE WORKOUT
Get in shape, learn to
dance and meet new
friends. Dance Workout is a high
energy dance class that combines
dance and exercise to promote a
healthy lifestyle. Learn Cha-Cha,
Samba, Salsa, Swing and Hip-Hop.
Participants will spend majority
of class time involved in physical
participation. Partners not required.
Comfortable shoes with suede or
leather soles are recommended.
$45
Tuesdays, 7-8 PM
September 29 - November 3 (No class October 20)
Florence Elementary
Sophy Kdep
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY I
This class is a basic course for
amateurs with limited experience
in digital photography. You will
learn the rules of composition and
exposure for candid picture taking.
Students must own a point-andshoot digital camera or SRL. CD
with tutorial included.
$50
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6-8 PM
Florence Elementary
Domenico Vassallo
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY II
This class is a course for advanced
amateurs with 2 or more years of
experience in digital photography.
You will learn all the technical aspects of beautiful picture “making.”
Student must own a digital camera
(advanced point and shoot or SLR)
and have access to a computer.
$55
Thursdays, 6-8 PM
October 8 - November 12
Florence Elementary
Domenico Vassallo
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
EDITING
Learn how to fix and enhance your
digital pictures!
$60
Mondays, 6-8 PM
Conner Middle School
Domenico Vassallo
FLY FISHING BASICS
Beginner’s guide to fly-fishing –
what you really need, what is nice
to have and what you can skip for a
long time. Covers gear, tackle, knot
tying and fly casting.
$10
Saturday, September 19
10 AM-4 PM
Boone County Public Library,
Burlington
Northern Kentucky Fly Fishers
NE W !
Class listings
continued on page 17
HOT LATIN DANCING
Yes it’s “Hot!!” Beginner course for
learning the Salsa and Merengue.
Partners recommended. Smooth
soled shoes a must.
$45
November 2 - November 30
(No class November 23)
Carolyn Rollin
INSTANT GUITAR
NE W ! FOR HOPELESSLY
BUSY PEOPLE
In just a few hours you can learn
enough about playing the guitar to
give you years of musical enjoyment.
This crash course will teach you
some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs
right away. Guitar Workbook and
practice CD included in fee.
$55
Tuesday, October 27 6:30-9 PM
Gray Middle School
Mark Jacus
ONE STROKE PAINTING —
DONNA DEWBERRY STYLE
Learn the basics of painting various leaf and petal strokes from
a certified instructor who guides
you through step-by-step. This class
is perfect for beginners. Materials
included in fee.
$75
Tuesdays, 6-8 PM
Conner High School
Louise Grivetti
ONE STROKE PAINTING —
INTERMEDIATE CLASS
In this 3-week class, you will review
strokes and continue on with painting new flowers and leaves. You will
do a new project every class. Please
bring your brushes, paint, water
container, double loader and plastic
table cover. Be prepared to paint the
night away! Must have had previous
One Stroke instruction/experience.
Limit 10.
$55
Tuesdays, 6-8 PM
Conner High School
Louise Grivetti
SO YOU’VE ALWAYS
NE W ! WANTED TO WRITE
A NOVEL ...
What’s it really like to create your
own world and get to rule it (at least
on paper)? This is your chance to
find out from an award-winning
author of 25 published novels. From
“Where do the ideas come from?” to
“How do you research?” - get your
questions answered. Minimum of 6
students required.
$20
Tuesday, October 20
6:30-8:30 PM
Camp Ernst Middle
Patricia McLinn
08-09
2008-2009
Annual Citizens’
Report
Boone County Schools 2008-2009 Annual Report
From Our Superintendent, Randy Poe
A
s Superintendent, I am
honored, as a service to
our community, to provide the Boone County Schools Annual
Citizens’ Report. With a rich tradition of
Achieving Excellence Together and our
vision, the Boone County School District
is recognized as the premier district in
the Commonwealth of Kentucky and
across the nation. The rapidly growing
Boone County School District is the third
largest in the state, with the highest test
scores of any large school district in the
Commonwealth. We are home to twentyone (21) schools including four high
schools, five middle schools and twelve
elementary schools serving over 19,000
students from pre-school through 12th
grade and over 3,600 full- and part-time
employees.
The nationally recognized Boone
County School District has a strong
tradition of excellence, has experienced
a great deal of success through the years
and is recognized for our innovations
and achievements. Boone County is
a district that sets high expectations
for students and provides a supportive
atmosphere that produces student
achievement. Our schools are focused
on academic rigor, real world relevance,
and focused relationships with our
parents, students, and community.
As a district, we set the academic
bar high and focus our energy on
literacy and numeracy skills which are
fundamental building blocks to success
in all academic achievements and in
career success. Our programming is
guided by the following core beliefs: our
children can learn to high expectations,
education improves the quality of life,
learning is a lifelong process, collabora-
tion and communication are critical to
making progress, and accountability is
a critical component of achievement.
I am confident that, working together
with all facets of the community, we will
see our students and schools attain even
greater heights in the years ahead.
We invite you to examine this report
showcasing the spectrum of educational
opportunities available for our students.
We are proud of our accomplishments
and look forward to even greater academic accomplishments as we continue
to enthusiastically prepare our students
for the 21st century.
Randy Poe
Superintendent of Schools
Some Important Facts
Status of 2008 Graduates
Percentages
Boone County Schools History of Enrollment
20000
3% 1%
16018
16000
Going to College
14000
8000
2000
Employed
8
9
-0
08
7
-0
07
20
20
6
-0
06
20
5
-0
05
4
-0
04
20
20
3
-0
03
20
2
-0
02
1
-0
01
20
0
-0
00
20
20
9
-0
99
19
8
-9
98
7
-9
97
19
19
1
-9
96
19
6
-9
90
19
-8
80
Not Working & Not in School
85
1
0
School & Work
19
6%
67%
4000
19
2%
14220
13065
12381
11654
18174
16739
15019
8654
6000
Military
9859
8471
-8
21%
10000
13531
12653
11948
12000
Vocational/Technical School
18651
17715
18000
ENROLLMENT
Our District Mission Statement
Representing and in partnership with our stakeholders, the Boone County School District recognizes that all
children can learn and dedicates itself to providing a challenging educational environment that allows each student
to achieve to his or her highest potential as a learner and citizen.
Boone County Board of Education Meetings
Generally held the 2nd Thursday of the month
7:30 pm
Ralph Rush Staff Development Center located at Florence Elementary
Upcoming Board Meetings
September 10, 2009
October 8, 2009
2009-2010 meeting dates are posted on the District’s Web site. For information, contact Kim Trout at 859/282-2375.
www.boone.kyschools.us
CATS Academic Index
2008 KCCT Data
Elementary School
104
102
100
98
96
94
92
90
88
86
84
Reading
Math
Science
Soc St
Writing
A&H
PL/VS
Recognitions
n 1st District in the State to have a student representative on the
Board of Education
n 2002 KASA Administrator of the Year: Bryan Blavatt, Superintendent
n 2003 KY Community Education Association Citizen Leadership Award
n 1999 - 2007 School Match, What Parents Want Award
n 2003 AASA President’s Award: Bryan Blavatt, Superintendent
n 2004 NSBA Architectural Design Exhibition: Robert E. Hayes & Assoc.
n 2003 Kentucky School Board Association OASIS Awards
n AEL Star Excellence in Teaching and Learning
n 2005 National Civic Star Award
n 2005 Cinergy Basics Level II Grant Award
n 2007 National Civic Star Award
n 2007 Magna Awards
n 2007 Superintendent of the Year Award
School Technology
Middle School
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
98
96
94
92
90
88
86
84
82
Reading
Math
Science
Soc St
Writing
A&H
PL/VS
6,654 PCs in the district
Wireless availability
Full Gigabit connectivity to schools
Infinite Campus
A+ certifications availability
United Streaming
Technology Resource Teachers, software specialist
Certified technicians
Education
Foundation Projects
n Awarded four $500 scholarships for a graduating senior at Boone,
Conner, Cooper and Ryle High Schools.
n Assistance with District-wide Back-to-School event
n Sponsorship of MUST (Math Uniting Science and Technology)
Initiative and Mini-grants for teachers for programs that enhance
and strengthen classroom teaching and support services for students.
Combined, there were a total of 34 grants submitted for consideration
and a total of 18 grants awarded for a total of $20,000.
High School
100
90
80
Services Offered
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
Reading
Math
Science
Soc St
Writing
A&H
PL/VS
n
n
n
n
n
n
n
Crisis Team
Extended School Services
Gifted & Talented
Title I
ELL
Remedial Reading
Preschool
n Alternative Center for
Education
n Homebound Instruction
n Health Services
n Vocational Education
n Family & Youth Service Centers
n 21st Century Grant Schools
n Community Education
Statistics
District Accountability Index of 92.6
Which ranks Boone County Schools as:
n 1st among districts in Kentucky
with over 10,000 students
n 1st among 12 county districts in
Northern Kentucky
n 28th overall in Kentucky
Boone County Community Education 2008-2009 Registrations
Boone County
Schools
Fall
Winter/Spring
375
454
Boone County Parks and
Recreation Department
Boone County
Public Library
Fall
Winter/Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter/Spring
Summer
16,534
2,206
13,177
TOTAL
Boone County
Extension Service
6,956
5,625
564
Fall
Winter/Spring
742
996
47,629
Number of Volunteers/Volunteer Hours in 2008-2009
Fall 2008
Aug-Dec
Boone County High School
Conner High School
Cooper High School
Ryle High School
Camp Ernst Middle School
Gray Middle School
R.A. Jones Middle School
Burlington Elementary
Collins Elementary
150/19,325
180/7,774
62/353
827/9,638
321/1,876
85/641
405/4,043
79/1,776
14/235
403/3,551
132/1,021
350/4,756
Fall 2008
Aug-Dec
Winter/Spring 2009
Jan-May
76/1,011
247/3,282
941/1,925
423/8,195
345/5,042
414/5,133
224/1,807
195/5,810
51/952
135/1,320
179/3,673
87/1,374
440/8,832
378/5,475
346/3,415
567/1,576
225/5,320
29/482
5,924/88,146
5,279/73,971
Winter/Spring 2009
Jan-May
100/3,500
281/3,189
68/3,509
789/10,278
382/2,673
198/4,105
105/4,895
110/1,132
48/952
326/2,962
121/1,036
365/4,273
Florence Elementary
Goodridge Elementary
Kelly Elementary
Mann Elementary
New Haven Elementary
North Pointe Elementary
Ockerman Elementary
Stephens Elementary
Yealey Elementary
GRAND TOTAL
It’s a Fact: District-wide Student/Computer Ratio: 2.75:1
We’re On the Move!
16,767
2,329,963
240
651
29
3,045
42,713
Students transported daily
Miles traveled per year
Buses in fleet
Daily routes
Special needs daily routes
Assigned stops per day
Annual increase in miles
Explore Your Interests, cont.
SPANISH FOR THE NE W ! EVERYDAY WORLDLEVEL I
This four-week course is designed
to provide an introduction to the
Spanish language, with emphasis
on basic, “real world” communication and everyday phrases.
$40
Boone County High School, OR
Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 PM
October 1 -October 22
Conner High School
Cordella Fuentes
SPANISH FOR THE EVERYDAY
WORLD-LEVEL II
This four-week course is designed
to provide a continuation of Level
I Spanish, with emphasis on “real
world” communication, advanced
phrases and usage. This class may
prove especially helpful to not only
the general public, but also to professionals such as educators, police
officers, health care personnel,
government employees, etc.
$40
Cordella Fuentes
SPLIT ROCK CONSERVATION
PARK HIKE
Experience the beauty and diversity
of Split Rock Conservation Park.
Join this exciting and educational
outdoor program for people of all
ages to experience our local natural
treasures. A guided, interpretive hike
will allow everyone to investigate
one of Northern Kentucky’s most
unique natural areas. Experience native grasslands, forest and
wetlands as well as the famous Split
Rock glacial formation deposited in
this area over 100,000 years ago.
$10
Saturday, September 19
9 AM-Noon
Split Rock Conservation Park
Mark Jacobs
SWING DANCING
See why the swing has been popular
throughout the ages as you dance to
music of the 70s, 80s and 90s now!
$45
Conner High School
Carolyn Rollin
WRITING NOVELS
– THE REALITY OF
FICTION
In this introduction to the world of
writing novels, learn about commercial genres, reader expectations,
the necessity of structure, keeping
yourself on track and a glimpse into
the world of publishing. Taught
by an award-winning novelist.
Minimum of 6 students required to
hold session.
$20
Thursday, October 22, 6:30-8:30 PM
Patricia McLinn
NE W !
ENHANCE YOUR
WELLBEING
ADULT GOLF EDUCATION
Get into the swing
of things with this five-session
fun class. This class will cover all
aspects of the game including the
breakdown of the full swing. Class
size is limited to 10 people.
$75
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:15-7 PM
The Golf Ranch
Brian Nitschke
DODGEBALL FOR AGES 25
& OVER
Remember when you played this as
a child? Well, it’s back with a new
twist. It’s fast! It’s fun!
$20
Tuesdays, 7-8:30 PM
Goodridge Elementary
Boone County Parks Staff
HORSEBACK RIDING—
BEGINNING ADULT
It’s never too late to learn how to
ride and enjoy the wonderful world
of horses. Students will learn horse
handling and safety, grooming,
tacking up and clean up, in addition to horseback riding.
$200
Thursdays, Noon-2 PM
October 1 - October 29
Northern Kentucky Horse Center
Diane Dineen
JUNIOR GOLF NE W ! EDUCATION
This five-session fun
class will teach your child about the
game of golf. The class will cover
structured golf curriculum aspects
of the game and excite young
people about golf while instilling
values integral to the game. Ages 5
and up. Class size is limited to 8.
$75
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30-6:15 PM
The Golf Ranch
Brian Nitschke
NE W !
LADIES’ SELF DEFENSE
Students will learn easy-to-use
techniques that require little to no
strength.
$30
Monday, November 2, 7-9 PM
Camp Ernst Middle School Shawnie Haskell
VOLLEYBALL FOR AGES 25
AND OVER
Players ages 25 and over are invited
to join us for 6 weeks of open volleyball. Park staff will organize teams
upon arrival for an evening of volleyball. Program limited to 20.
$30
Goodridge Elementary School
IMPROVE
YOURSELF
ACADEMIC SKILLS
IMPROVEMENT
Individualized refresher course
on grammar, math, and/or
reading skills. Prepare yourself
for job placement, job promotion,
post-secondary education, and/or
self-improvement.
No cost
Call 282-4629 for times and dates
Adult Education Center
Gateway Comm. & Tech. College
Adult Education Staff
BASIC READING ASSISTANCE
Private tutoring sessions offered for
qualified adult learners to improve
their reading and/or writing skills.
This service is available Monday
through Friday by appointment.
No cost
CITIZENSHIP CLASSES
Take the opportunity to study for
the United States Citizenship test.
Course covers the steps necessary
to apply for U.S. citizenship, where
to get the forms, and a review of
information needed to pass the test.
No cost
CIVICS
This class offers international
students the opportunity to learn
more about our city, county, state,
and federal government and how
it works. Information about local
banking, how to contact health care
officials and how to find housing,
your child’s school and how to ask
questions of their teachers.
No cost
COLLEGE FUNDING
Gain knowledge that will enable
individuals and families to plan
financially and thus reach their
short- and long-term goals for their
child’s college education, including
FAASA applications.
$5
Monday, October 19
6:30-7:30 PM
Mann Elementary School
Ron Buckley
ENGLISH AS A SECOND
LANGUAGE
This is an opportunity for international adults to study and learn the
English language. Adult students
learn to speak and use English,
learn about other cultures and meet
new people. Proper pronunciation,
grammar and conversation skills,
and skills needed to obtain employment will be covered. Students are
encouraged to use the computeraided English lessons in addition to
attending class.
No cost
EXPRESS YOURSELF
NE W !
MORE CLEARLY IN
WRITING
Stand out as a concise and precise
writer in business and everyday
communications. This crash course
in honing your writing includes
tips in approach, structure and
editing your material. Learn how
to avoid pitfalls and how to find
your strengths. Taught by a former
editor for the Washington Post.
Minimum of 6 students required to
hold session.
$25
Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30-9PM
October 13 & 15
Patricia McLinn
FAMILY EDUCATION
Offers parents and children the opportunity to learn together. Based on
the principle that a parent is crucial
to a child’s success in school and that
parents and children learn from each
other. Offers educational opportunities for interaction between parents
and their children. Activities include
speakers, workshops, computer programs, videos, picnics, crafts, reading
activities, and family projects.
No cost
G.E.D. (HIGH SCHOOL
COMPLETION)
Boone County Adult Education offers daytime and evening sessions to
prepare for the GED test. Individualized instruction offered at no cost.
The Adult Education Center is a
certified GED “test-readiness” site
and “official” GED testing site.
Cost of test is $40
No tuition
HOME
NE W ! ORGANIZATION
MADE SIMPLE
Easy home organization made
simple, doable and without buying
expensive systems. Top 10 organizational tips with family involvement.
How to keep up and organize your
mail, paperwork and bills.
$25
Mondays, 7-9 PM
Florence Elementary School
Karen Neumeister
PARENTS AROUND THE
WORLD (PAW CLUB)
Parents Around the World is an
English class for mothers of young
children. Bring your children
(birth-age 3), learn English, get
parenting pointers, take-home
activities and more!
No cost
SAVVY SOCIAL
NE W ! SECURITY
PLANNING
Gain knowledge that will enable you
to plan financially for your Social
Security in your overall Retirement
Plan. Learn how Social Security
works, how to boost benefits by
increasing current earnings, when
to apply for Social Security and
coordinating spousal benefits.
$5
Monday, October 26
6:30-7:30 PM
Stephens Elementary School
Ron Buckley
SIGNING 101
The ultimate class for beginner
adults! Comprehensive and engaging “hands-on” approach to learning conversational sign language.
Other topics include: deaf culture,
finger spelling and opportunities to
practice sign language skills in the
community. Educational and fun!
Great for beginners!
$45
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM
Ockerman Elementary School
Missy Cook
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Improve Yourself, cont.
WORKPLACE BASIC SKILLS
This service improves math, reading, and writing skills for a new job,
job training, advancement and/or
promotion. Assessment included.
Remedial assistance provided. Preemployability testing available by
appointment.
No cost
WRITING
NE W ! BETTER COLLEGE
ADMISSION ESSAYS
Provides students with tools to
figure out what to write, how to
write it, then how to make it stronger. Taught by an award-winning
novelist and editor for more than
20 years with the Washington Post.
Minimum of 7 students required.
$25
Tuesday, October 6, 6:30-9 PM
Patricia McLinn
ENCOURAGE
YOUTH AND FAMILY
ALIVE AT 25
Interactive program
that encourages young
drivers aged 16- 24 to take responsibility for their behavior. Skill
practices and on-the-spot defensive
driving techniques help change
bravado to confidence. Instruction
includes role-playing, group discussions and media segments to help
young drivers develop strategies that
will keep them safer on the road.
Refreshments provided at session.
Possible insurance discounts. Minimum of 15 students required.
Thursday, October 8, 3-7 PM
Cooper High School
Kentucky State Police
BABYSITTING
8-hour course for youth ages 11+
focuses on the responsibilities of
a babysitter: prepare for a job,
accident prevention, diapering,
feeding, emergency first aid, rescue
breathing and choking prevention
procedures, and more. Participants receive American Red Cross
certificate upon completion. Must
complete required number of hours
to receive certificate & must attend
all four classes; no make-up classes.
Class limited to 10. Bring supplies
to first class.
$30
Thursdays, 6-8 PM
Boone County High School, OR
Conner High School
Jill Coulter
NE W !
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BEGINNER SHOTOKAN
PROGRAM
Students will learn basic karate
techniques as well as self-defense.
Parents and children are encouraged to participate. Our program
builds self-esteem and confidence
and promotes physical/mental
discipline.
$23
Wednesdays, 7-8 PM
October 7 - 28
Sensei Shawnie Haskell
DECORATE A TREE
NE W ! FOR WILDLIFE
Kick off the holiday season by helping us decorate the trees
at Giles Conrad Park in Hebron.
The decorated trees will serve as a
food source for the wildlife in the
area. A perfect environment for Boy
and Girl Scout Troops to meet and
earn a badge. Maximum enrollment is 50.
Free
Saturday, November 7
10-11:30 AM
Giles Conrad Park
Boone County Parks Department
HUNTER EDUCATION
A 10-hour course in Hunter
Education: Classroom and range
work. Successful completion will
provide lifetime Hunter Safety
Certification from Kentucky
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Resources. Must attend all
days. Class is for ages 10 years
and older. This class teaches hunter
responsibility, survival, first aid
and use of firearms with heavy
emphasis on ethics. Pre-registration
is necessary.
No tuition - MUST PRE-REGISTER
Wednesday, September 30, 6:30-9:30 PM
Thursday, October 1, 6:30-9:30 PM
Saturday, October 3, 8 AM-Noon
Kentucky Department of
Fish & Wildlife
JACK-O-LANTERN
NE W ! CONTEST AND
WALK
Boone County Parks proudly
presents the 20th annual Jack-oLantern Contest and Walk. This
is a NON-SCARY, FAMILY EVENT!
Contact the Parks Office for details.
859/334-2117
Event is free
Saturday, October 24, 7:30-9:30 PM
Boone County Arboretum
Contest Drop-off: Saturday,
October 24, 8:30-9:30 AM, Central
Park Concession Building Basement
($1/Entry)
KY’s INDIVIDUAL LEARNING
PLAN (ILP) INFORMATION
SESSION
The new web-enabled Individual
Learning Plan (ILP) helps
secondary students (grades 6-12)
better focus their coursework on
individual goals as they prepare for
postsecondary studies and careers.
This session provides hands-on
experience for parents/students.
There is no charge for the
session, but registration is
required.
No tuition
September 24 OR 29, 6:30-8 PM
Staff Development Center, OR
September 28, 6:30-8 PM
Walton-Verona High School
LEADERSHIP FOR PARENTS
One-day training for parents K-12:
school engagement, leadership
training, understanding of school
practices and instruction as well as
advocacy for children and schools.
Contact Anna Marie Tracy at 334-3792 for dates and times and to
register.
No tuition
PARENT-TO-PARENT WORKSHOPS
Sessions for parents of adolescents.
Strategies for parents in protecting
their children from the toxic
cultures. Addresses core issues like
drugs, sex, and violence directly and
honestly. Breaks up parent isolation
and creates an environment of mutual understanding between parent,
child and administration. Session
is one hour long. Please join us at
your school or another school at
a date convenient to you. Contact
Anna Marie Tracy at 334-3792 for
dates and times. These sessions are
NOT intended for students.
S.T.E.M.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics awareness
evenings for parents and students
grades 6 -10. This program presents
an exciting view of STEM careers
and the reasons why we need more
students involved in STEM careers.
Parent and student must attend as a
team. Contact Anna Marie Tracy at
334-3792 for dates and times.
SEARCH FOR TOM
NE W ! TURKEY
Come help us search for
Tom at Boone Links Golf Course.
Follow the trail of clues and games
to find where he is hiding. Enjoy a
guest speaker from Out of Control
Wildlife, do a craft and listen to a
story. Maximum enrollment is 50.
Free
Saturday, November 21
10-11:30 AM
Boone Links Golf Course
START SMART BASKETBALL
This 7-week program is offered
for 3- to 5-year-olds along with
a parent or other adult and will
include basics. (First week is a “parent-only” meeting.) Each child
will receive a jersey, 4 cones, soft
basketball, mini-basketball and
learning manual. This class fills
fast. Enrollment is limited.
$50
Thursdays, 6-7 PM
First week for parents only
START SMART SPORTS DEVELOPMENT
A 7-week instructional program
which helps parents work one-onone with their 3-5 year old child
teaching motor skills like throwing,
catching, kicking and hitting. Parent or other adult must attend each
session with their child. This class
fills fast. Enrollment limited.
$25
Wednesdays, 6-7 PM
TAE KWON DO FOR KIDS
AND ADULTS
This 4-week class is designed to
improve the physical and mental
skills of junior and adult students,
provide self-defense training and
increase self-esteem. We encourage
parents to participate with their
children. Self control and discipline
promoted. Class size limited to 20.
$23
Wednesdays, 6-7 PM OR 7-8 PM
October 7 - October 28
Master Marge Templeton
TWO MILLION MINUTES
This 54-minute film is a can’t-miss
movie for all parents and community members that addresses
the issue of US society’s lack of
dedication to education and careers
as compared to India and China.
Illustrates how two students in each
of these three countries spend the
two million minutes they live during their four years of high school.
A discussion of the current state of
US education will follow.
No tuition
Contact Anna Marie Tracy at 334-3792 for dates and times.
For information about
any of these classes, please visit our website:
www.boone.kyschools.us,
select District Office,
choose Community
Education; or call
859/282-3314.
These locations welcome
community education:
• Boone County Adult Education
Center
99 Center Street, Florence
• Boone County Arboretum
9190 Camp Ernst Road, Union
• Boone County Cooperative Extension
6028 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington
• Boone County Fair Grounds
5819 Idlewild Road, Burlington
• Boone County High School
7056 Burlington Pike, Florence
• Boone County Public Library
1786 Burlington Pk., Burlington
• Boone County Public Safety
Campus
3000 Conrad Lane, Burlington
• Boone County Staff Development
Center
• Boone Woods Park
Hwy 18 & Veterans Way, Burlington
• Camp Ernst Middle School
6515 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington
• Central Park
9190 Camp Ernst Road, Union
• Conner High School
3310 Cougar Path, Hebron
• Conner Middle School
• Cooper High School
2855 Longbranch Road, Union
• Crouches Treasure Lake
Lawrenceburg Ferry Road,
Petersburg
• Edgewood City Building
385 Dudley Pike, Edgewood
• Erpenbeck Elementary School
9001 Wetherington Blvd, Florence
• Florence Elementary School
• Gateway Community & Technical
College
500 Technical Drive, Florence
• The Golf Ranch
5390 Limaburg Road, Burlington
• Goodridge Elementary School
• Gray Middle School
10400 US 42, Union
• Mann Elementary
10435 US 42, Union
• New Haven Elementary School
10854 US 42, Union
• Northern Kentucky Horse Center
13463 Poole Road, Verona
• Ockerman Elementary School
8250 US 42, Florence
• Ockerman Middle School
8300 US 42, Florence
• Old Parks Office
2961 Gallatin Street, Burlington
• Petersburg Community Center
6517 Market Street, Petersburg
• RA Jones Middle School
8000 Spruce Dr., Florence
• Robin Hill Farm
1005 Stephenson Mill Rd., Walton
• Ryle High School
10379 U. S. 42, Union
• Stephens Elementary School
5687 Highway 237, Burlington
• Split Rock Conservation Park
4503 Belleview Rd, Petersburg
• Walton-Verona High School
30 School Road, Walton
• Yealey Elementary School
10 Yealey Drive, Florence
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Veterans Day
November 11
The City of Florence will hold its annual Veterans Day Program on Wednesday, November 11 at 6 pm at the Florence
Christmas Tree Lighting
December 1
The City of Florence will hold its annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Tuesday, December 1 at 6 pm at the Florence
Christmas Tree Pickup and Recycling
Pick-up: Wednesday, January 6; Drop-off: Saturday, January 9
The City’s Public Services Department picks up Christmas Trees (placed on the curb) of Florence residents. Residents
can also bring trees to the former city building site on U.S. 42 (next to Florence Nursery) for mulching (available to
residents at no charge). Call 647-5416 for dates or go to www.florence-ky.gov.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Program
January 18
The City of Florence will hold its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Program on Monday, January 18 at 3 pm at
the Florence Government Center (8100 Ewing Boulevard). Call 647-5439 or go to the City’s Activity Guide at www.florence-ky.gov.
Snow emergency information
Winter
The City of Florence asks its residents for assistance during the Public Services Department’s snow removal operation
by moving parked vehicles off of the streets when snow is expected. Florence has one level of snow emergency status,
and the primary radio and television stations are notified when the City has declared a snow emergency. In such
instances, all on-street parking is prohibited for a period of 24 hours. Call 647-5420 or go to www.florence-ky.gov.
www.florence-ky.gov
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ongoing progra ms and cl asses
For more information about any of these programs, visit the City’s Activity Guide at www.florence-ky.gov
Americans Supporting Americans
The City of Florence has adopted a military unit stationed in Iraq through the program Americans Supporting Americans. The
City continues to facilitate a community effort to support the unit. In lieu of merchandise, cash donations are used for the
purchase of specifically requested items. The Wal-Mart on Houston Road pays for shipping costs. Items of interest include, but
are not limited to the following:
Crystal Gatorade
Baby wipes
Tums
Writing paper
Hand sanitizer
Eye drops
Pens
Sunscreen
Current magazines
Crossword puzzles
Gum and hard candy
Seasonal items
Games
Dried fruits and nuts
Flyswatters
Paperback books
Beef jerky
Sweatshirts & pants
Movies on DVD
Sunflower seeds
Cotton socks
Sunglasses
Chapstick
White t-shirts
Gold Bond Powder
Aspirin
Sewing kits
Toiletries of all kinds
Imodium Towels & washcloths
In addition, people may send cards, letters, and pictures. Donations can be dropped off at the Administrative offices of the
Florence Government Center (8100 Ewing Boulevard). Call 647-8177 or go to www.florence-ky.gov.
Child Car Seat Safety Check
The Florence Fire/EMS Department offers Child Car Seat Safety Checks. Call 647-5660 or go to the City’s Activity Guide at www.florence-ky.gov.
First Aid Classes
The Florence Fire/EMS Department conducts first aid classes. Call 647-5660 or go to the City’s Activity Guide at www.florence-ky.gov.
Basic First Aid Training for Little People — Red Cross Class
The Florence Fire/EMS Department conducts the Basic First Aid Training for Little People–Red Cross Class. Call 647-5660 or go
to the City’s Activity Guide at www.florence-ky.gov.
On Our Own–Red Cross Class
The Florence Fire/EMS Department conducts the On Our Own–Red Cross Class. Call 647-5660 or go to the City’s Activity Guide
at www.florence-ky.gov.
Taekwondo
The City of Florence offers Taekwondo classes. Call Instructor Marsha Gerkin at 781-0995 or go to the City’s Activity Guide at
Recycling Programs
The City of Florence offers a voluntary subscription recycling program for Florence residents through Rumpke. Call 1-877-786-7537, 647-5416, or go to www.florence-ky.gov.
City of Florence
Administration..................859/647-8177 Parks and Recreation......859/647-5439
City Clerk...........................859/647-8178 Police (non emergency)859/647-5420
Finance/Tax........................859/647-5413 Public Services...............859/647-5416
Fire/EMS..........................859/647-5660
City offices are open 8:30 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday.
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www.florence-ky.gov
City of Union
Town Center Update
Pizzuti Solutions of Columbus,
Ohio has just completed its work to
identify strategies to develop the first
phase of the Union Town Center.
Task 1 of the work included a market
analysis of the current commercial
and residential climate in the Union
area. Interesting facts about the
commercial market were identified, even in this slow economy. The
market analysis offered recommendations for pursuing businesses or
uses most likely to achieve success in
both the existing and future markets.
Task 2 consisted of surveying the key
landowners within the Town Center
District and outlining their support and concerns in order to move
the project forward. This task also
highlighted land owner priorities
and development issues related to
creating the Town Center. Best strategies for promoting the development
of the Town Center and impacted
properties were recommended. Task
3 concluded the work by providing a
profile of potential developers, local,
regional and national, who may have
an interest in investing in the Union
Town Center. Contact information
and follow-up tasks were presented to
City officials.
To view the Pizzuti Solutions
report, visit the City of Union’s
website at www.cityofunionky.org.
For more information about this
project, contact Kevin P. Costello,
AICP, Executive Director of the Boone
County Planning Commission at
859/334-2196 or at kcostello@
boonecountyky.org. Watch for future
project updates.
Real Estate Property Tax
State statutes place the burden
to pay property taxes on the property
owner on or before the due date regardless of whether they receive a bill
or not. If you own property in the City,
and do not receive a bill by October
each year, please contact the City
Treasurer at 859/384-1511 and we
will send you a new one. You can also
obtain one from our city website at
www.cityofunionky.org
Amounts will be due and payable
as follows:
• If Paid by October 31 - Get
2% discount.
• If Paid in November - Base
amount due.
• If Paid in December - 1%
interest attached.
• If Paid after December 31 10% penalty and 1% interest.
• Delinquent on January 1
W H A T ’ S
Keeping Clean & Green
Rumpke has partnered with Union to
provide curbside recycling to all City
residents at no additional cost. As part
of the partnership, every household is
provided with an 18-gallon recycling
container along with a flyer with
information about acceptable items.
If you need more information please
go to the City’s website:
Love the Arts?
The City welcomes the Union Community Theatre. A small community
theatre is putting together their first
production “You’re a Good Man,
Charlie Brown” on October 1, 2, 3,
and 4. The play will take place at
the Ryle High School Auditorium.
For more detailed information go to:
http://web.me.com/mousiechick5/
Union_Community_Theatre
Movie Nights in Union
NOTE: For property owners
financing the Sanitary Sewer
Tap-In-Fee:
• Tax bill will show an additional
charge of $199.68
• Tax bill will reflect this charge
each year for 20 years or until
paid in full
How to Pay
• In person at the Union City
Building Office during regular
business hours, Monday - Friday,
10 am - 4 pm (closed holidays)
• In Drop Box located at the Union
City Building for after-hours
deposits
• Mail your tax payment to City
of Union, PO Box 53, Union, KY
41091-0053
• Make checks payable to the City
of Union
• We now accept credit cards
(Mastercard, VISA and Discover)
Union co-hosted their first movie
night with the Boone County Parks
Department Friday, June 19 at the
Union Community Center. Five
hundred residents turned out to watch
N E W ?
“Hotel for Dogs.” The City would like
to thank Mr. and Mrs. Randy Barlow
for allowing us to use their property
and Union Baptist Church for allowing the use of their parking lot.
Don’t miss Ghostbusters on October 2
(see below)!
Movie Night —
“Ghostbusters”
Fri., Oct.2, 7:30 pm, movie
starts at 8:30 pm Bring
your lawn chairs and blankets!
For more information please
visit our website or call the City
Building.
Last Cookout
of the Year
Sat., Oct. 24, 5 - 11 pm
Chili cook-off fundraiser for the
Community Building, includ
including grilled hot dogs, music,
bonfire, s’mores and a ghost
story at 10 pm
Tree Lighting
Sat., Dec. 5, 6 - 9 pm
See website for details
Union Cares Program
The City launched their Union
Cares Program in May with great
results. Thank you to all of our
residents that donated items. Every
donation makes a difference to someone somewhere.
Thank you to all that has participated in this program. The City
hopes more citizens will get involved
each month. Please check our website for more information about this
program.
City of Union, Kentucky
1843 Mt. Zion Rd • P.O. Box 53 • Union, KY 41091
859/384-1511
[email protected] • [email protected]
[email protected]
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St. Elizabeth Healthcare
Tristate Surgical Weight Loss Center Announces
New Medical Directors
Carey Brown, MD
Ryan Moon, MD
The Tristate Surgical Weight Loss
Center has served Northern Kentucky
and the Greater Cincinnati region
for more than five years, providing
outstanding service to patients and
offering every opportunity for success
on the journey to a healthier lifestyle
through surgical weight loss. We are
proud to announce our new medical
directors and affiliated surgeons.
Drs. Carey Brown and Ryan
Moon are Co-Medical Directors of the
Tristate Surgical Weight Loss Center
at St. Elizabeth Florence, which is
certified as an American Society
for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Center of Excellence. Both doctors
are board-certified general surgeons
who focus on minimally invasive
procedures including those in the
treatment of obesity. They perform
both laparoscopic Roux En Y gastric
bypass and laparoscopic adjustable
gastric banding, having participated
in more than 200 bariatric operations. In addition to weight-loss
surgery, they were the first surgeons
in Northern Kentucky to perform
single incision laparoscopic (SILS)
cholecystectomy.
Drs. Brown and Moon have
increased their bariatric surgical experience as part of Advanced Surgical
Care with Dwayne Smith, M.D. Dr. Smith is a participating physician
with the Tristate Surgical Weight Loss
Center. Bariatric surgical care has
been his main focus during the past
seven years. During that time, he has
performed more than 700 bariatric
operations, including the first gastric
bypass in Northern Kentucky in
2002.
The American Board of
Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery recognizes the Tristate Surgical Weight
Loss Center as a Bariatric Center of
Excellence. This is a designation
given only to those centers demonstrating an outstanding commitment
to bariatrics. The Tristate Surgical
Weight Loss Center utilizes a very
comprehensive, multidisciplinary
program to educate and support
patients.
The center includes a full team
of experienced bariatric professionals, including two dietitians,
Beth Taschuk, RD, LD, and Lindsey
House, RD, LD. Lindsey also oversees
the fitness component as a certified
personal trainer. In addition, the
team includes two behavioral health
specialists, Jennifer Mason, MSW,
LCSW, LMFT, LISW, and Ruth Lukey,
MSW, LCSW, and a clinical coordinator, Kathy Scott, RN. Experienced,
compassionate support staff and a
dedicated manager all work together
to provide the very best patient experience possible. St. Elizabeth Florence
also has a dedicated bariatric wing
for post-operative inpatient care
with personnel especially trained to
ensure a safe and comfortable experience for bariatric surgical patients.
The Tristate Surgical Weight
Loss Center supports the laparoscopic
approach to weight-loss surgery. This
is the most advanced type of weightloss surgery available because it is
minimally invasive. Laparoscopic
surgery also has many benefits
over open surgery, including less
pain, shorter hospitalization, better
wound healing, and less scarring.
Drs. Brown, Moon and Smith all
specialize in this approach and are
on the leading edge of technology in
their field.
We welcome anyone interested to
come join us for a free and relaxed
information session with our surgeons and staff. You can get all the
latest information on current options
for surgical weight loss, and let us
introduce you to our comprehensive,
multidisciplinary center of excellence
bariatric program. Whether you are
interested in gastric banding or gastric bypass, we can answer your questions and let you know what tools are
available to help you achieve your
personal weight-loss goals and live a
healthier lifestyle.
For more information or to
register for an information
session held the first
Thursday of each month
at 6 pm at St. Elizabeth
Florence, please contact us
at 859/212-GOAL (4625).
Back-to-School Readiness with Hearing Evaluations
Since “back-to-school season”
is here, now is a good time to know
about important information
concerning your child’s hearing and
speech.
• More than one million children
in the United States have some
type of hearing loss
• Any degree of hearing loss may
be educationally harmful
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• No child is too young for a hearing test
• An estimated six million children under the age of 18 have a
speech or language disorder
• 10 percent of children entering
first grade have a moderate to
severe speech disorder
The Audiology & Speech
Pathology Department at www.stelizabeth.com
St. Elizabeth Healthcare provides diagnosis and intervention
of a variety of speech and hearing
disorders, with services including
the evaluation and treatment of
speech and language disorders in
children birth to school age and the
evaluation and treatment related to
academics. For more information or
to make an appointment, please call
859/301-5740.
Women’s Wellness Heart Center “We Care” Series of Seminars
Please join us at the St. Elizabeth
Women’s Wellness Heart Center for
a series of free evening seminars ex
exploring topics related to your health
and wellness. Participants may come
to just one class or join us for the
entire five-week series. Reservations
are required. The series is sponsored
by the ASIST 2010 Northern Kentucky
Women’s CARE Collaborative.
Beginning on September 3, the
sessions will be held on Thursdays
at 6 pm at the Women’s
Wellness Heart Center located at 210 Thomas More
Parkway according to the
schedule listed in the box
at right.
For reservations or for
more information, call
859/301-6333.
1.) Myers-Briggs stress management
Sept. 3
2.) Smoking Cessation options Sept. 10
3.) Meditation and clinical
hypnotherapy Sept. 17
4.) Why don’t I do what I know I
should do? Sept. 24
5.) Women and heart disease Oct. 1
The St. Elizabeth Vascular Institute, Now with Two Locations
State-of-the-Art Care and Innovative Screening Programs
Last year the St. Elizabeth
Vascular Institute opened as a multidisciplinary center for the diagnosis
and treatment of vascular diseases.
During the past few months,
tremendous effort and dedication
have helped blend the vascular services provided by the former St. Luke
Hospitals and St. Elizabeth Medical
Center. The St. Elizabeth Vascular
Institute is now fully functional
with two locations (Edgewood and
Florence), both providing the same
level of high-quality care and service.
strengths for the best in care available. The findings and recommendations are then shared with
the referring physician to preserve
continuity of care and promote
further discussion on recommended
changes.
Patients with venous diseases
may also be referred to the Vascular
Institute. The system for evaluation
and management is similar to that
of arterial disease. As always, the
referring physician is informed of all
diagnostic evaluations and treatment
plans.
What We Do
Vascular specialists evaluate and
treat patients with vascular disease. A
thorough evaluation includes:
• Discussion of modifiable risk
factors
• Diagnostic testing
• Assessment and review
• A comprehensive plan for overall
vascular health.
Certain cases are also reviewed
by a medical team of vascular
surgeons, interventional radiologists and internal medicine doctors
to combine the multidisciplinary
Innovative Screening
Programs
The St. Elizabeth Vascular
Institute also provides screening
services for patients. The Vascular
Institute has been involved with multiple community screening programs
in the past year and will continue
this in the future.
Ultrasound screening for carotid,
aortic, and lower extremity vascular
diseases is available from trained
technicians. A coronary calcium
screening may also be arranged
through the Vascular Institute to
look at potential cardiac risks.
The national Legs for Life
screening - which offers free vascular
screenings to participants – is
available beginning this September.
Several Vascular Institute physicians
will be on site at that time to discuss
patients’ screening results. A special
free presentation on vascular disease
will also be offered.
The St. Elizabeth Vascular
Institute continues to serve the
community in two locations. For
more information about the Vascular
Institute, call 859/301-4723. To
schedule a vascular screening, call
859/301-2992.
St. Elizabeth Covington
1500 James Simpson, Jr. Way
Covington, KY 41014
859/655-8800
St. Elizabeth Florence
7380 Turfway Rd.
Florence, KY 41042
859/212-5200
St. Elizabeth Edgewood
1 Medical Village Dr.
Edgewood, KY 41017
859/301-2000
St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas
85 North Grand Ave.
Ft. Thomas, KY 41075
859/572-3100
St. Elizabeth Falmouth
512 South Maple Ave.
Falmouth, KY 41040
859/572-3500
St. Elizabeth Grant
238 Barnes Rd.
Williamstown, KY 41097
859/824-8240
www.stelizabeth.com
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Northern Kentucky Health Department
Give Your Body a TuneUp With Walk and Roll
Enter the
Walk and Roll
Challenge this
fall. Become
physically
active and be
entered for a
chance to win
prizes!
The Health Department, the
Boone County Cooperative Extension
and other community partners want
to hear the glorious sounds of walk
and roll ... bike gears grinding, shoes
lacing up, get the idea? ... as residents are physically active this fall.
The Walk and Roll Challenge
starts with the Extension’s 2nd
Sunday celebration, planned for
Sunday, October 11. Participation
is easy. Keep track of how many
minutes you’re physically active dur-
ing the program using a scorecard,
which can be downloaded from
http://www.nkyhealth.org or picked
up at the 2nd Sunday event. The goal
is to be active for at least 20 days of
the four-week program.
At the end of the program,
return the scorecard and you’ll be
entered for a chance to win prizes.
For more info on Walk and Roll,
please visit http://www.nkyhealth.
org or call 363-2083.
Northern Kentucky Health Department
Northern Kentucky Breastfeeding Challenge
On October 3, Northern
Kentucky mothers and their
babies will gather to participate in
a worldwide breastfeeding contest
to see which location can gather
the most breastfeeding babies at
one time.
The Northern Kentucky
Breastfeeding Challenge will be
held from 10 am to 12 pm on
Saturday, October 3, at the Boone
County Extension Office, 6028
Camp Ernst Road, Burlington.
Message from Dr. Katkowsky:
Plan Ahead for Flu Season
“I strongly encourage
all Northern Kentucky
residents to prepare
for the flu season...”
- Dr. Steven R. Katkowsky
Earl Parker Robinson Boone
County Health Center
7505 Burlington Pike
Florence, KY 41042
phone: 859/363-2060 fax: 859/647-3594
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District Administrative
Office
610 Medical Village Dr.
Edgewood, KY 41017
phone: 859/341-4264 fax: 859/578-3689
Besides the fun aspect of participating in a worldwide contest,
it’s hoped that this event will also
connect local breastfeeding mothers with one another and with
community resources that support
breastfeeding.
For more information and to
register, please visit http://www.
nkyhealth.org or contact Nancy
Merk at 363-2113.
The spring’s outbreak of swine
flu has kept us busy at the Health
Department. Thus far, the swine flu
has been relatively mild in our area,
with a handful of Northern Kentucky
residents infected, but all successfully treated.
Unfortunately, we are unable to
predict what we may face this fall,
as we have swine flu cases lingering
as the seasonal influenza season
www.nkyhealth.org
begins. Although I can’t anticipate
how the season will affect our area,
I strongly encourage all Northern
Kentucky residents to prepare for the
flu season by doing the following:
1. If vaccination is an option
for you, take advantage of it. We
anticipate that seasonal flu vaccine
will be readily available to all those
who wish to be vaccinated. Swine flu
vaccination may be limited to those
at high-risk for developing complications from flu.
2. Wash your hands often with
soap and water. If soap and water are
unavailable, use an alcohol-based
hand sanitizer.
3. Stay up-to-date with the
latest information. As the situation
emerges, the Health Department will
do our best to provide the latest info
to the public. Information will be
shared with the local news media, on
our Web site (http://www.nkyhealth.
org) and on our flu information
hotline (392-0678).
Boone County Success By 6®
How to Choose Quality Child Care for Your Child
Did you know that a child in
full-time care from infancy through
age five may spend as much time in
a child care facility as he or she will
spend in a classroom from grades
one to 12? Choosing quality early
care for your children is critical!
Five Steps To Choosing
Quality Child Care
1. Start Early
Start looking as far in advance
as you can. No matter what type of
care you are considering — a child
care center or care in someone else’s
home — finding the right child care
option can take some time.
2. Make a Call
Begin your search by calling your local experts — 4C for
Children at 859/781-3511 or online
www.4cforchildren.org. 4C is your
child care resource and referral
(CCR&R) center. They can give
you the facts about child care, and
a list of child care options in your
area that may meet your needs. In
addition to what is in this article,
make sure to ask your CCR&R these
things:
• What are the licensing requirements in my area?
• How can I get information about
complaints and licensing violations?
• Are there any child care financial assistance programs
that my family qualifies for?
3. Visit and Ask Questions
Make sure you visit the child
care options you are considering.
Find out about these key indicators
of quality:
• Adult to Child Ratio: Ask how
many children there are for each
adult. The fewer the children for
each adult, the better for your child.
You want your child to get plenty of
Finding the right child care option for your child can
take time, but is critical to your child’s success.
attention. The younger your child,
the more important this is. Babies
need an adult to child ratio of no
more than 1:4 (one adult for four
infants), while four-year olds can do
well with a ratio of 1:10 (one adult
for ten children).
• Group Size: Find out how
many children are in the group.
The smaller the group, the better.
Imagine a group of 25 two-year-olds
with five adults, compared to a group
of 10 with two adults. Both groups
have the same adult to child ratio.
Which would be calmer and safer?
Which would be more like a family?
• Caregiver Qualifications: Ask
about the caregivers’ training and
education. Caregivers with degrees
and/or special training in working
with children will be better able
to help your child learn. Are the
caregivers involved in activities to
improve their skills? Do they attend
classes and workshops?
• Turnover: Check how long
caregivers have been at the center or
providing care in their homes. It’s
best if children stay with the same
caregiver at least a year. Caregivers
who come and go make it hard
on your child. Getting used to new
caregivers takes time and energy that
could be spent learning.
• Accreditation: Find out if
the child care provider participates
in the KY STARS rating program.
Any program which participates in
STARS has exceeded what the state
requires of them. Also find out if the
provider has been accredited by a
national organization. Providers that
are accredited have met voluntary
standards for child care that are
higher than most state licensing requirements. The National
Association for the Education of
Young Children (NAEYC) and The
National Association for Family Child
Care (NAFCC) are the two largest
organizations that accredit child
care programs.
4. Make a Choice
Think about what you saw at
each visit, and make the best choice
for your child and family.
5. Stay Involved
The work isn’t over when you
find good care for your child. You
and your child’s caregiver are partners now.
Here are some ways to be
involved:
• Have parent-caregiver meetings
regularly, and ask questions.
• Offer to volunteer time when
needed, like participating in
clean up days, fixing broken
toys.
• Be there for your child’s birthday
party.
• Visit your child at child care and
read a book aloud.
• Join in special events, like field
trips, Career Day, Black History
Month, or other holidays.
Even if you can’t get time off
from work during the day, you can
still check in at drop-off and pick-up
times. Ask the caregiver how things
are going, and how your child is
doing.
Visiting and participating in
events at your child’s provider sends
a strong message. It tells your child
and your child’s caregiver that you
think what your child is doing and
learning is important.
This information was derived from Child
Care Aware®, a program of the National
Association of Child Care Resource & Referral
Agencies (NACCRRA), is partly funded by the
Child Care Bureau (CCB), Office of Family
Assistance (OFA), Administration for Children
Boone County, KY
www.BooneCountySuccessBy6.org
For more information on helping your
child be ready for success by age 6, call
859/534-5810
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Citizen Preparedness:The Foundation of
Homeland Security
In recent years our nation has
made tremendous progress shoring
up vulnerabilities to threats of all
kinds – whether they’re natural,
man-made, accidental or intentionally hostile. We owe a debt of
gratitude to the thousands of federal,
state and local officials who have, in
that time, transformed their operations and procedures and put our
cities, counties, states and regions
on a better footing to respond to
any emergency that may occur. But
as important as their contributions
have been to our readiness, there is a
less prominent yet equally able player
in our lineup; the real foundation of
homeland security: the local citizen
volunteer.
Through Citizen Corps, a Federal
Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) program, a growing legion
of citizens are taking personal
responsibility to make their families,
their homes, and their communities safer from the threats of crime,
terrorism, and disasters of all kinds.
They have realized that it’s essential
for ordinary citizens to be prepared
and trained to perform well when a
calamity visits their community.
Consider that in ninety-five
percent of all emergencies it is a
bystander who provides the first
assistance. The plain fact is that
while we have the best emergency
responders in the world, they cannot
be everywhere at every moment. We
must rely on ordinary citizens to help
ensure the safety of their own homes,
businesses and communities.
When individuals embrace
personal responsibility for their
preparedness, there is a powerful cumulative effect. By putting together
an emergency preparedness plan and
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Make a plan - Plan what you will do in an emergency. Learn more
disaster supplies kit for their home or
from Boone County Emergency Management website at http://www.
workplace, they’re not merely taking
boonecountyky.org/EM and by visiting Ready.gov. Learn about emergency
care of themselves and the people
plans for homes, schools, workplaces. Take steps to reduce harm from poclosest to them, they’re ensuring that
tential hazards. Discover how to help reduce crime by being observant and
professional public safety personnel
reporting suspicious activity to law enforcement. Purchase a NOAA Weather
will likely have one less emergency
Radio with Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME). Your NOAA Weather
to answer. They’re also setting an
Radio should have a tone alert capability and battery backup.
example for others that, person by
person, house by house, and busiGet a Kit - Develop a disaster supplies kit for your home, work, and
ness by business we can reinforce
car containing what you’ll need to take care of yourself and your family for
an entire community’s defenses to
three days in an emergency.
the hazards that threaten lives and
Get Involved - Boone County Citizen Corps needs you! Whether its
property.
developing a Neighborhood Watch, helping with the Medical Reserve
All this happens
Corps, assisting the VIPS providing support to law enforcement to
through a
You
allow them to spend more time on the street, getting involved
nationwide
are invited to
in Fire Corps, working with neighbors to get CERT traintrain
grassroots
attend a Citizen Corps
ing, or organizing local businesses to support a preparedprepared
network
Orientation Session to get
ness campaign – the bottom line is: Get Involved.
of local
more information and
Citizen
get involved.
Corps
Tuesday, September 22, 7 pm
Councils
for Volunteers
The impulse to get involved in
Community Room C
that
in
Police
local
civic life or to volunteer for worFlorence Government Center
assemble
Service (VIPS), thy causes is a uniquely American
8100 Ewing Blvd.
area
Community
impulse. Since the tragic events of
Florence, KY.
leaders —
Emergency
September 11, 2001, people across
America have focused on the safety
from emergency
Response Team
and security of others and have
management,
(CERT), Medical Reserve
asked, “What can I do?” and “How
law enforcement, fire, public
Corps (MRC), Fire Corps and
can I help?” Citizen Corps answers
health, disaster relief, volunteer
Neighborhood Watch. Citizens have
organizations and other community stepped forward to help by volunteer- these questions and provides local
opportunities to channel this interest
stakeholders – to design and
ing their time to improve the safety
and energy through preparedness,
implement activities that call for
and security of Boone County.
volunteer participation. More than
People of all ages and skills have training, and volunteer service. Our
2,388 communities in every state
something to offer. If you’re multilin- flag symbolizes not only patriotism,
and territory have established
gual, good at computers, handy with but action too. Being an American
citizen means taking a role in
Citizens Corps Councils, serving
tools, well organized, or just willing
hometown security. It is through that
nearly eighty percent of the U.S.
to help and have some time to give,
population.
you’re already a valuable resource to personal responsibility we will build
In Boone County we are proud
your community. Preparedness takes a safer, stronger, better prepared
community and nation.
to have a Citizen Corps Council
all kinds of people.
For more information on
which has been active for seven years
All citizens of Boone County are
emergency preparedness and Citizen
working with residents to make our
encouraged to pledge their personal
Corps call Boone County Emergency
community better prepared. Since
commitment to take an active role
Management at 334-2279.
our Council was formed, we have
in homeland security through the
established outstanding programs
Boone County Citizen Corps.
2010 Dog Licenses
A license is your dog’s safe ticket
home if they become lost. We hear
the heartbreak everyday from individuals desperately looking for their
lost pet. It can happen to the most
responsible pet owner — the kids
leave the door open or the serviceman didn’t latch the gate. The key is
the ability to get them home safely
should the unthinkable happen.
When you license your dog, a
pet description along with veterinarian and owner contact information
is stored in the shelter’s computer
for quick retrieval. If an animal
control officer picks up a pet with a
license tag, the owner can be quickly
notified.
Check out what’s going on at the Boone County
License your dog online by
downloading the application from
Animal Care and Control’s website at
www.boonecountyky.org/bcas. Cost
is $9 for spayed/neutered dogs, $15
for those who are not and $5 for dogs
whose owner is 65 or older. Please
remember to add $1 for postage and
handling.
Burlington Pet Hospital...............586-6627
Florence Animal Clinic................371-6501
Hebron Animal Hospital.............689-4700
Middendorf Animal Hospital......647-2007
If you would like more information on the Boone County Parks Department,
events or programs, please contact us at 859/334-2117, or visit our website
at www.boonecountyky.org/parks.
Date
Butch Burns
Heavy Equipment
Operator
Boone County Public
Works Department
a pleasant experience for all the
attendees.
Butch goes beyond his
dedication to the Public Works
Department and the Fair Grounds,
with his dedication to his family.
He is the father of two, living
with his daughter, Connie Burns
Currier, his son-in-law, Carl, and
his grandson, Zackery. His son,
Junior Burns, passed away in 2006
after serving the Public Works
Department for over 15 years with
the same outstanding dedication
as Butch.
Event
SEPTEMBER
Yoga (through the month of September)
Fall Adult Basketball League (ages 18+)
Fall Women’s Volleyball (ages 18+)
Dog Days Pool Party (Dog Swim at Union Pool)
Boone Woods Arts and Crafts Show (Rain Date September 27)
Fall Adult Dodgeball League (ages 18+)
Start Smart Sports Development (ages 3-5) - Community
Education Class
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Oakbrook Animal Hospital ........647-7387
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Even though Butch Burns
has been an outstanding and
dedicated equipment operator for
the Boone County Public Works
Department for the last 25 years,
most residents from Boone County
may recognize him from the
annual Boone County Fair. Butch
is the resident caretaker of the Fair
Grounds as he lives there and is
responsible for all the improvements and outstanding condition
the grounds are always in. During
Fair week, he seems to be working
24 hours a day to insure that
everything runs smoothly and is
Parks Department
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OCTOBER
Yoga (through the month of October)
Start Smart Basketball (ages 3-5) - Community Education Class
Community Garage Sale (Rain Date Oct. 17)
Jack-O-Lantern Contest & Walk (Central Park)
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NOVEMBER
Reservations for Breakfast with Santa Begin
Letters from Santa Registration begins
Yoga (through the month of November)
Decorate a Tree for Wildlife
Search for Tom Turkey
Light up Boone County Registration begins
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DECEMBER
Yoga (through the month of December)
Breakfast with Santa begins
Holiday Crafts (for the entire family)
For more information, visit www.boonecountyky.org/parks or call 334-2117.
2009 Boone County
Fiscal Court
2950 Washington St.
P.O. Box 900
Burlington, KY 41005-0900
phone: 859/334–2100
fax: 859/334–3105
Gary W. Moore, Judge/Executive
Cathy H. Flaig, Commissioner
Dr. Charles Kenner, Commissioner
Terri Moore, Commissioner
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Social Service Investments — Making a Difference
The Foreclosure
Prevention and
Intervention
Program is one of
many programs
designed to improve
the lives of Boone
County residents.
proactively decided to fully support
the Foreclosure Prevention and
Intervention Program ($52,000)
staffed by a full-time Brighton
Center, Inc. employee. The Program
is designed to assist Boone County
homeowners who are currently
experiencing foreclosure or at risk of
foreclosure. For further information,
please contact the Brighton Center at
859/491-8303, ext. 2324.
Frozen Meals on Wheels
In June, the Boone County
Fiscal Court approved the allocation of $2.025 million to 39
organizations/62 programs that
provide mental health, developmental disability, and aging services
to Boone County residents. A 1986
payroll tax which supports these
programs is capped at $25 per employee, generates approximately $2
million a year, and must be evenly
divided among these three categories. To that end, the mental health,
developmental disability, and aging
categories each received $675,000 for
FY 2010 forcing the Fiscal Court to
make very difficult decisions because
the total requests exceeded $3.3 million. This article summarizes three
successful programs which, accord28
ing to Judge/Executive Gary Moore,
will “help our most vulnerable
homeowners, seniors, and students
and will generate a high return on
investment of taxpayer funds.”
Foreclosure Prevention
and Intervention
Program
With the widening recession,
Boone County has unfortunately
experienced a sizable increase in the
number of foreclosures causing the
County to receive the third highest
foreclosure risk rating in Kentucky
according to HUD/Kentucky
Housing Corporation criteria.
Rather than wait for the housing
market to improve, the Fiscal Court
Since the 2000 Census, Boone
County has witnessed a dramatic increase in the number of seniors (age
60 and older) – 9,725 in 2000 to
14,501 in 2007. Not surprisingly, the
demand for services has escalated,
especially in the requests for home
delivered meals. In order to feed
more seniors, the Human Services
Department pursued the use of
frozen meals which, on the average,
cost approximately $2.50 less than
the conventional hot meals which
are delivered daily. The County
contracted with Schwan’s Home
Services, Inc. ($105,000), a major local employer, for the bi-weekly delivery of frozen meals at an estimated
annual savings of $40,000. Now, the
County is able to feed more eligible
seniors and significantly reduce the
waiting list for home delivered meals.
For additional information regarding
eligibility, please call 859/283-1885.
School Counseling
Program Offered by
Catholic Charities
Our school system has witnessed
a significant increase in the number
of students without a corresponding
increase in state funding, particularly in the area of health related
services. One facet of these services is
the provision of mental health services. The Human Services Department
found a solution – the highly successful School Counseling Program
offered by Catholic Charities. With
strong support from school officials,
this intervention-type initiative was
expanded to five schools ($98,700)
– Mary Queen of Heaven, Collins
Elementary, R. A. Jones Middle
School, Immaculate Heart of Mary,
and Ockerman Elementary.
“I want to thank the leadership of Brighton Center, Schwan’s,
and Catholic Charities for expanding their impressive services to our
Boone County residents,” said Judge/
Executive Moore.

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