Every year, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds create thousands of jobs nationwide that range from construction to professional services. The federal program known as “Section 3” directs jobs and training to low-income workers and connects businesses that hire them with HUD-funded contracts.
Section 3 is a provision of the Housing and Urban Developme...
On September 30, 2015, the City of Covington/Northern Kentucky HOME Consortium will submit its 2014-2015 Consolidated Annual Plan Evaluation Report (CAPER) to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
The CAPER evaluates the progress of the City in meeting the objectives outlined in its Consolidated Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for the City of Co...
COVINGTON, KY - Beginning on Friday, September 11th City of Covington officials and representatives of the business community will cut a ribbon on a new business every Friday afternoon.
“The air is electric. Something wonderful is happening in Covington. It is almost impossible to keep up with the pace of new businesses choosing to locate in all corners of the City.” said Geoff M...
Below are list of activities and events sponsored by the City of Covington Recreation Department. For any additional information or questions please contact recreation@covingtonky.gov or 292-2151.
KSO Summer Series at Devou – One Date Left!
Since 1995, the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra has been holding concerts in the iconic Devou Park Bandshell. Bring your family, a blanket, and a picn...
COVINGTON, KY - The City of Covington has created a tool to help keep landlords informed.
The City’s new Criminal Activity Alert System will alert landlords who have property in Covington when a police call is made regarding their property.
Through collaboration with Kenton County Dispatch, all landlords who have provided their email address to the City will be notified when th...
COVINGTON, KY – Covington is cracking down on bad landlords.
Several legislative changes related to rental property inspections are on the agenda for the City of Covington’s August 4th Commission Meeting.
These proposed changes are part of the City’s ongoing efforts to strengthen neighborhoods and increase property values by proactively address safety issues. Other efforts over t...
The City of Covington is seeking public input as part of the process to develop a Programmatic Agreement between the City, the Kentucky State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO), and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) for the administration of the City’s Community Development Programs.
The City administers Community Development programs with funds from the Department ...
Below is a list of upcoming and ongoing City of Covington Housing Programs.
Veteran’s Resource Fair
The Housing Authority of Covington (HAC) and the City of Covington are holding a Veteran’s Resource Fair on Tuesday, July 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Gateway College, 525 Scott St., Covington, KY. The Fair is designed to connect veterans with local agencies and services inclu...
COVINGTON – Homeowners in Covington may be eligible to receive assistance to address problems with faulty sewer laterals, inoperable furnaces or severe roof and gutter leaks, thanks to a program offered by the City of Covington’s Department of Development, Programs and Strategic Projects Division.
The Homeowner Repair Program will be offered on a first come, first served basis while fu...
Madlot opens Summer Series this Thursday with music + bikes + urban gardens
This Thursday, May 21 kicks off the first in series of monthly summer events hosted by Renaissance Covington at the parking lot at W. 7th Street and Washington St. in Covington, now known as Madlot. There will be live music, a farmers market, food and drinks, and free bike tune ups from 4-8 p.m.
Madlot is th...