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 The next meeting of the
West Latonia Neighborhood Association
will be
Monday, October 17
6:30 pm
at
9th District Elementary School Cafeteria
(enter on playground side parking lot)
Indiana Avenue
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* There are proposed changes to the organization's by-laws on this month's agenda to be voted on. Residents must be a dues-paying member to vote. For information on membership, contact Jim Dailey by clicking here. Click here to view proposed by-laws changes. Click here to view this month's printable agenda.
Questions? Please contact Josh Scarpaci, President, at 859-912-1255 Click here to view a map of the West Latonia neighborhood.
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Stop by and visit the West Latonia Neighborhood Association table at the Halloween Party!
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Trick or Treat!
Trick or Treating in Covington will be from 6:00 - 8:00 pm on Monday, October 31.
Happy Halloween!
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 Help the Covington Fire Department win $10,000!
It's so easy! Take a short 1-minute, 10-question, quiz and click to credit the Covington Fire Department.
From now through October 31, 2011, Covington residents can support their local fire department by taking the online "Burning Questions" quiz at http://www.befiresmart.com/to demonstrate their fire safety knowledge. The quiz asks true/false questions about where fires start and how to prevent and extinguish them. Those who complete the quiz, by answering ten questions correctly, pledge that they are "fire smart" and earn a credit for the Covington Fire Department. They can then spread the word by importing their e-mail contacts and sending a challenge to friends and neighbors to encourage them to make the same pledge. The ten fire departments that accumulate the greatest number of credits based on the size of their community will each receive a $10,000 donation for their station.
Click here to take the quiz! Click here to view printable flyer about the contest.
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 New Program Available for Latonia Homeowners!
The Homeowner Fa�ade Program, funded through the Community Development Block Grant Program, is administered by the City of Covington's Community Development Department. The purpose of this program is to assist homeowners with improvement to fa�ades (visible from the public right-of-way) of qualifying residential properties. The funds are available in two targeted redevelopment areas: Central Core and targeted streets in the Latonia area. Under this program, households which meet income and other requirements may obtain grants to assist with certain exterior improvement.
The fa�ade improvements will be made available to address exterior code violations, which must be addressed prior to undertaking other improvements, on fa�ades visible from the public right-of-way. Examples of eligible repairs include roof repair/replacement, gutter repair/replacement, repair/repainting of exterior walls and trim, porch repairs, handrails, steps, and walkways. Lighting and security improvements may be eligible on a case-by-case basis. Other improvements may be eligible as funding is available.
Homeowners wishing to participate in the program must submit an application and required documentation to the Community Development Department. Funds are available on a first come, first served basis as funding permits.
 Click here to view map of eligible areas in Latonia.
Click here for complete Program Guidelines.
Additional Homeownership Programs Available
Latonia Area
Program Year July 2011- June 2012
Homebuyer Assistance/Exterior Fa�ade Program
- Up to $5,000 to assist homebuyers with the purchase of homes in Latonia.
- Funds to cover the lender required down payment and closing costs.
- Accompanying Fa�ade Grant: up to $2,500 in the form of a forgivable grant to address exterior code violations visible from the public right of way.
- Borrower's gross annual household income must be at or below 80% of the Area Median Income ($39,450 for a single person, $56,300 for a 4 person household). Borrowers must have a minimum credit score of 620. Borrowers must attend a HUD approved homebuyer education course.
- All properties must be one to two units, owner-occupied or vacant, and meet minimum local housing standards.
- Interest Rate/Loan Term: 0%, 15 years. No monthly payments. Two-thirds of the loan amount will be forgiven after 10 years. The final one-third (1/3) will be forgiven pro-rata over the final five years of the loan.
Click here for complete program guidelines.
Homebuyer Assistance Purchase/Rehab Program
- Up to $15,000 to assist homebuyers using an FHA 203K or similar loan to purchase and rehab a home in Latonia. Funds can be used to for down payment and closing costs.
- Borrower's gross annual household income must be at or below 80% of the Area Median Income ($39,450 for a single person, $56,300 for a 4 person household).
- All properties must be one to two units, owner-occupied or vacant.
- Interest Rate/Loan Term: 0%, 15 years. No monthly payments. Two-thirds of the loan amount will be forgiven after 10 years. The final one-third (1/3) will be forgiven pro-rata over the final five years of the loan.
- Properties must be brought up to all local housing codes at the completion of the rehab.
Click here for complete program guidelines.
Questions? Contact Jeremy Wallace, CDBG/HOME Program Coordinator, 292-2163 or jwallace@covingtonky.gov
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NOTICE OF TRAFFIC CHANGES for CHURCH STREET
Beginning Monday, September 19, Church Street will become one-way north between East Southern and East 36th Street. There will only be one lane of one-way traffic. The new striping and signage plan for the street is attached for reference.
This change will be monitored for 90 days and necessary changes will be made during this time if problems occur.
All parking on this section of Church Street, other than the handicapped parking in front of the church, will be prohibited on September 19 so City crews can stripe the road.
This change is being implemented to improve the safety of the children crossing the street.
Click here to view complete notification document and logistics map.
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Latonia Senior Center
The Latonia Senior Center is a non-denominational activity center serving Latonia and surrounding communities. It provides a place for seniors to meet and enjoy activities in the company of new and old friends. Each day is a new adventure.
Don't miss the fun!
Mondays , Tuesdays and Thursdays
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Latonia Senior Center
is located at:
Latonia Christian Church
3900 Decoursey Avenue
Covington, KY 41015
859-261-8693
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Latonia Study - Strategic Action Committee
Anyone interested in working on the first phase of implementation of the Latonia Small Area Study is welcome to attend!
Meetings are the 4th Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm at Latonia Christian Church at 39th and Decoursey.
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The Latonia Community Directories are now available!
Click here to view a digital version. To receive a hard copy, please contact Jim Dailey at jdailey15@insightbb.com or call 261-4611.
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Click here for more information on Monday Mile and the Healthy Monday program.
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City of Covington
Ombudsman/Community Relations Office
638 Madison Avenue
Covington, Kentucky 41011
859-292-2141
www.covingtonky.com |
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