by Michael Monks
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THE RIVER CITY NEWS MORE COVINGTON NEWS THAN ANY OTHER SOURCE
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MAYOR SCHEPER WARNS OF LAYOFFS WITHOUT NEW UNION CONTRACTS
Covington Mayor Chuck Scheper continued his meetings with neighborhood associations Wednesday night during the monthly gathering of the Residents of Mainstrasse. Scheper updated the progress of his 10-point plan and "brutal facts", admitting that he would not meet his goal of a new contract with the public employee unions within sixty days. He also said that without the new contracts, layoffs would likely be the end result. Additionally, the internal reviews at City Hall have begun; And did you know - the C+V=G logo was one of three proposed? Click the link for an update from Mayor Chuck Scheper.
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COMMISSIONER UNVEILS PLANS FOR GOEBEL PARK
At the same ROMA meeting Wednesday night, Commissioner Steve Casper, who's running for mayor, talked of his plans to redevelop Goebel Park. Casper called the park a treasured but underutilized asset and he hopes to make is a destination for Covingtonians and visitors alike. The commissioner would like to see a large fountain installed that would also serve as a seasonal ice skating rink, calling it a mini-Bellagio fountain complete with music and lights. The rink could also host public hockey games. "The benefit would be to enhance traffic to the Mainstrasse businesses while remaining respectful to the residents," Casper said.
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ALSO: At the ROMA meeting, Covington Police provided its monthly crime report for the neighborhood. Some of the highlights (...lowlights?):
- A car flipped on its top on York Street and the occupants attempted to flee on foot. The driver was arrested for DUI and was discovered to have cocaine in his pocket.
- A suspect approached a would-be victim, gestured toward a gun in his pocket and said "give me all you got". The would-be victim was able to run away and police located the suspect, arrested him, and discovered that the weapon was a BB gun.
- Two guys were reported to have been smoking weed in the back of a building on Craig Street and fled on foot when officers arrived. They were later caught under the railroad trestle between Russell & Washington Streets where it was discovered that one suspect was wanted on an indecent exposure charge.
- Police received a report of an injured raccoon near the 500 block of West 7th Street. An officer responded, placed the raccoon in an adjacent alley, and shot it.
BOUQUET, OTTO'S EXPANDING ON MAIN STREET
In another good sign of economic progress in Covington, two of Mainstrasse's newer and more popular restaurants are growing at the same time and one owner at least partially credits the work-together attitude of the neighborhood for the success. Click the link for details -- including how one owner is giving up his apartment upstairs to make room for more seats!
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LEAGUE OF CITIES PANICKING OVER COLLECTIVE BARGAINING, POLICE
The scandal-plagued Kentucky League of Cities, of which Covington is a member, is urging city leaders to fight collective bargaining and the police officer bill of rights:
Senate Bill 169 expands the police officer bill of rights to apply the procedures to all complaints against a police officer, not just complaints made by citizens. This would make the statute applicable to internal disciplinary matters initiated by the police chief or city management related to violations of departmental rules and regulations. The legislation would also require the city to allow a requesting police officer to have an attorney present during any interrogation concerning alleged misconduct, including violations of departmental rules and regulations. Additionally, the bill extends the time for notice of a hearing from 72 hours to 10 days if charges are filed.And:
House Bill 492 would require any city that is a member and pays dues to a "public entity" as defined by KRS 65.310 to bargain collectively with unions representing all employees on issues including wages, works schedules, and other conditions of employment. Collective bargaining would be governed by the same terms and conditions established in state law for Louisville police officers, including selection of exclusive representatives, conduct of elections, unfair labor practices, dispute resolution procedures, and the prohibition against strikes.KLC clutches their pearls
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SEE ALSO: Kentucky hospital forced to rehire employee that was fired after she tried to organize a union for the workers Courier-Journal
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SEE ALSO: A civil right to unionize The New York Times
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FRANKFORT QUICKIES
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Senator Jack Westwood, who represents much of Covington, opposes Governor Beshear's new tax task force WFPL
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University cuts approved in state budget passed by House Herald-Leader
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TORNADO HEADLINES
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Covington Fire Department went down to help in Piner Local 12
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Widow returns to scene of husband's death Local 12
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Four charged with stealing metal from storm victims Herald-Leader
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SEE ALSO: Disaster fraud task force Press Release
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Kentucky tornado cut a 95-mile trench CNN
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Crittenden family lost home, horses Local 12
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Some schools condemned, others remain closed Herald-Leader
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Governor commends overwhelming response Press Release
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THE RIVER CITY NEWS MORE COVINGTON NEWS THAN ANY OTHER SOURCE
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KENTUCKY MAN HEADED TO AUSTRALIAN PRISON
What? You're not allowed to go overseas and strap a fake bomb to a woman's neck?
The letter stated that the case was boobie-trapped and could only be opened safely if they complied with his terms and conditions.You're gonna want to read the whole thing.
"For the avoidance of any doubt, I am a former special forces green beret munitions specialist and have constructed such devices for over 20 years," the letter stated.
"SO, ACT NOW, THINK LATER, or YOU will inadvertently trigger a tragically avoidable explosion known in the American armed forces, as a BRIAN DOUGLAS WELLS event."
The letter also warned not to tamper with the device or its combination buttons, otherwise it would result in an explosion.
"You will be provided with detailed Remittance Instructions to transfer a Defined Sum once you acknowledge and confirm receipt of this message," the letter stated.
News.com
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QUICKIES
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Kentucky Presidential primary could matter Cincinnati Enquirer
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Toyota changes North American leadership Business Courier
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11,000 Kentucky Alzheimer's patients live alone WFPL
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Lawsuits follow Amazon after Zappo's hacked Business First
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SEC all but surrendering to 'Cats Herald-Leader
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UK rarely played from behind Herald-Leader
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Tournament fever hits Bowling Green WBKO
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Western Kentucky coach believed in Hilltoppers Courier-Journal
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High School: Host families make life sweeter for Sweet 16 teams WBKO
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BOWLING GREEN BRINGS FARMING TO THE CITY
Interesting:
They're building a greenhouse and clearing two plots of land for seniors and children to garden. The greenhouse will grow fruits and vegetables like tomatoes and cabbage. Residents can help out by buying the fresh produce.WBKO
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James Bond's car to be on display in Cincinnati FOX 19
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Taco Bell rolls out new Doritos shells Business First
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And then there's this. Watch it, and then see how fast you switch razor brands:
And he means it.
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