April 23, 2020
Treasury Department releases guidance for state and local governments for CARES Act
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has released guidance for State, Local, and Tribal Governments regarding the Coronavirus Relief Fund.
April 22, 2020
New estimates show 12 percent drop in road funding for already-strapped counties
The Department for Local Government has received updated FY21 County Road Aid and Municipal Road Aid estimates from the Transportation Cabinet.
April 22, 2020
The White House releases a three-phased approach for Opening Up America Again
President Trump has unveiled Guidelines for Opening Up America Again, a three-phased approach based on the advice of public health experts.
April 22, 2020
Eastern Kentucky Judge/Executives discuss Census strategies
Nearly 40 eastern Kentucky judge/executives participated in an informative Tuesday conference call focused on Census participation with Rocky Adkins, senior adviser to Gov. Andy Beshear.
April 21, 2020
Harlan County launches innovative program to increase Census participation
Harlan County Judge/Executive Dan Mosley waives fees when residents provide proof of filling out their Census form and distributes informational flyers through the school system's meal program.
April 20, 2020
Gov. Beshear Outlines 7 Benchmarks to Reopen Commonwealth’s Economy
Gov. Andy Beshear releases plans for how and when to reopen the economy.
April 20, 2020
CALL TO ACTION: Make sure Kentucky Counties are included in the next federal funding package
Urgent call to action – please contact your congressional delegation now to urge support for direct assistance to counties.
April 20, 2020
Kentucky jail population drops during COVID-19
Jail populations have declined by 26 percent over the last month.