Landlords, Airbnb proprietors can apply now
COVINGTON, Ky. – If you own property and rent it out in the City of Covington, you can now apply online for the City’s new rental license – whether you’re a landlord who rents property long term or a homeowner seeking to make a little cash using the “Airbnb” model.
The online application is part of a comp...
New licensing seeks to ensure safety, head off disruptions
COVINGTON, Ky. – Covington is joining cities around the country in adopting specific regulations governing the short-term rental of dwelling units, most commonly known by the Airbnb brand.
At last count this fall, a third-party industry organization found 246 such listings in the city with 205 dwelling units operat...
Commissioner Michelle Williams, bottom center, jokes about wearing “my naturally curly hair” for Tuesday night’s meeting to mark the vote on The CROWN Act.
City 1st in Ky. to make CROWN Act part of Human Rights Ordinance
COVINGTON, Ky. – The City of Covington laid down another marker Tuesday night as it continues to lead Kentucky in creating a welcoming, inclusive en...
When the leaves start to fall, the political signs start popping up. Here’s a photo taken in the 1970s by a photographer for the now defunct The Kentucky Post. (Photo used courtesy of the Kenton County Public Library)
City to remove posters in the right of way
COVINGTON, Ky. – Colorful political signs have sprung up around Covington on poles and fences and in yards, visual remind...
Some of the beer choices from The Gruff restaurant at Second and Greenup streets.
New order gives refunds for event cancelations, 2:30 a.m. licenses
New order gives refunds for event cancelations, 2:30 a.m. licenses
COVINGTON, Ky. - Refunds of temporary alcohol licenses and 2:30 a.m. permits are part of an executive order issued in the City of Covington to clarify rules on restaurant alco...
Developer Guy van Rooyen, front left, and Covington Mayor Joe Meyer, front right, sign agreements to transfer ownership of three properties at Madison Avenue and Pike Street. With the signers were, clockwise from left, attorney Tom Fisher and several City officials: Economic Development Director Tom West (hidden), Finance Director Muhammed Owusu, Assistant City Solicitor Cassandra Zoda, City Solic...
COVINGTON, Ky. - The City of Covington is poised to adopt a regulation that - during certain festivals and special events - would allow visitors to walk between establishments throughout parts of downtown with an open beer, cup of bourbon or other alcohol.
“It will NOT allow people to run wild through the streets of Covington with open containers whenever they choose,” City Soli...
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We are currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Legal Department.
Job Title: Legal Assistant
Department: Legal Department
Salary:$36,933.00 - $40,600.00 (DOQ)
SUMMARY
This position supports the City Solicitor and the Legal Department in various administrative and paralegal capacities. Primary duties include answering telephones, reception of...
Solicitor Michael Bartlett came to the City of Covington to be "a small part of something bigger."
COVINGTON, Ky. - The ambush-style shooting of Cincinnati Police Officer Sonny Kim changed the trajectory of Michael Bartlett’s career.
Having represented police officers during his early years as an attorney in the private sector, Bartlett had grown to appreciate the mission of law enforcement ...