Announcements
The following is a list of announcements made by the City of Bowling Green over the last year.
Pumpkin Trail returns to Preston Miller Park
Sep 27, 2022
Summary: The Bowling Green community is invited to the 3rd Annual Bowling Green Pumpkin Trail at Preston Miller Park. Visit the park, walk the trail and view all the painted pumpkins. It's a fun, safe and festive way to celebrate the fall season!
City receives 11th consecutive Distinguished Budget Award from GFOA
Sep 27, 2022
Summary: When a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award is granted to an entity, a Certificate of Recognition for Budget Presentation is also presented to the individual(s) or department designated as being primarily responsible for having achieved the award. This has been presented to Finance department.
Section of Bypass to be closed
Sep 23, 2022
Summary: All lanes of the Bypass will be closed from Broadway Avenue to East 10th Avenue, Monday, Sept. 26 through Friday, Sept. 30 and again on Monday, Oct. 3 through Friday, Oct. 7.
All Black Affair (Sneaker Edition)
Sep 22, 2022
Summary: Parker-Bennett Community Center is hosting an All Black Affair (Sneaker Edition), November 12 at 7 p.m. It's a great night to dress in all black, fresh sneakers and have fun with friends. The event will be held at One Roof Event Space, 400 East Main. Tickets are online for purchase.
2022 youth basketball registration now open
Aug 8, 2022
Summary: Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is accepting registration online for Youth Basketball for boys and girls. Divisions offered are 1st- Grade-High School. If you need more information, contact 270-393-3624 or 270-393-3573.
Eight new police officers sworn in today
Sep 16, 2022
Summary: The City of Bowling Green welcomes eight new officers following their graduation from the Bowling Green Law Enforcement Academy.
September 2022 Downtown Meet Up Minutes
Sep 16, 2022
Summary: Downtown BGKY staff hosted the September Downtown Meet Up at OneRoof event venue. These occur every second Wednesday of the month, 3-4pm, at rotating downtown venues. Minutes from the September 14 meeting are here.
Tornado Recovery Events Planned for September
Sep 15, 2022
Summary: Two Tornado Recovery Events are planned: one at Jennings Creek Elementary School on Thursday, Sept. 22 and the other at SOKY Marketplace on Thursday, Sept. 29. Community members helping guide local disaster recovery will be on hand.
2022 Veterans Day Parade
Sep 14, 2022
Summary: Bowling Green and Warren County invite you to the 2022 Veterans Parade on Saturday, November 5 at 10 am. It is free to participate and attend. Parade entries are being accepted online until Oct 21. Need more info. contact 270-393-3549
Special Tornado Tree Removal Services Offered
Sep 13, 2022
Summary: The City of Bowling Green has received additional state funding in order to assist property owners with additional tornado damage-related tree stump/debris removal and/or tree replacement. Requests are being accepted online from the "Report a Problem" link on the City's website.
Governor presents $1 million check to the city to help pay for new Transpark fire station
Aug 30, 2022
Summary: During a groundbreaking ceremony today for electric car battery plant Envision, Governor Andy Beshear presented a ceremonial check the city to help pay for a new fire station at the Kentucky Transpark. Fire Chief Justin Brooks, along with several members of BGFD, attended the ceremony.
Temporary road closure planned for Middle Bridge Road next week
Aug 25, 2022
Summary: Beginning Monday, Aug. 29, the section of Middle Bridge Road between Pedigo Way and Ken Bale Blvd. will be closed to traffic while contractors install a section of the storm system related to the Shive Lane/Ken Bale Blvd. Corridor Improvements project.
City receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
Aug 18, 2022
Summary: This is the 16th consecutive year the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Bowling Green for its annual comprehensive financial report.
Downtown BGKY Merchant & Stakeholder Meet Up Recap - August 2022
Aug 12, 2022
Summary: Downtown BGKY staff hosted the August Merchant & Stakeholder Meet Up at SKyPAC Lounge. These occur every second Wednesday of the month, 3-4pm, at rotating downtown venues. Minutes from the August 10 meeting are here.
CSX Transportation Railroad Crossings Reopening
Aug 4, 2022
Summary: CSX Transportation has reopened two railroad crossings that were closed earlier this week for routine maintenance. The remaining two railroad crossings will open tomorrow.
Commission temporarily amends fireworks ordinance
Aug 2, 2022
Summary: Residents who purchased fireworks and observed the burn ban asked city officials for an alternative date to discharge fireworks resulting in tonight’s final vote to temporarily amend the fireworks ordinance.
Several railroad crossings to close Aug. 3
Aug 2, 2022
Summary: The railroad crossings at 11th Avenue, 12th Avenue, 13th Avenue, and Robinson Street will be closed to all traffic. The CSX customer service number is 1-877-744-7279.
City investigates suds in Lost River Cave
Jul 29, 2022
Summary: As recently as Thursday, environmental manger Matt Powell met with local industrial officials to attempt to identify the source of the suds in Lost River Cave.
City code compliance first code enforcement agency in state to earn accreditation from the American Association of Code Enforcement
Jul 29, 2022
Summary: This three-year accreditation means the City of Bowling Green is providing a level of professionalism and service among the best code enforcement agencies across the nation.
Section of Middle Bridge Road to temporarily close next week
Jul 28, 2022
Summary: Beginning Monday, Aug. 1, the section of Middle Bridge Road between Shive Lane (Ken Bale Blvd) and the entrance to Charter Senior Living will be closed to traffic while contractors complete work.
Government seeks community input to spend disaster funds
Jul 20, 2022
Summary: Community feedback will help shape the an action plan's final version to address long-term recovery and restoration of housing, infrastructure, planning, and economic development in areas affected by the December storms.
City officials cut ribbon on Fountain Row entertainment destination center
Jul 15, 2022
Summary: Bowling Green is the 13th city in Kentucky to launch an entertainment destination center since the State of Kentucky adopted legislation in 2016 allowing municipalities to create them.
Downtown BGKY Merchant & Stakeholder Meet Up Recap - July 2022
Jul 14, 2022
Summary: Downtown BGKY staff hosted the return of a Merchant & Stakeholder Meet Up on July 13. These will now occur every second Wednesday of the month, 3-4pm, at rotating downtown venues. Minutes from the July 13 meeting are here.
City hosts “Meet & Greet” for new Afghan Community Navigator
Jul 14, 2022
Summary: The International Communities Liaison Division in the Neighborhood and Community Services Department hosted a “Meet & Greet” for their newly hired Afghan Community Navigator on Wednesday, April 13, 2022.
Fountain Row entertainment destination center officially launches July 15
Jul 13, 2022
Summary: Launched by the City on July 15, Fountain Row is the name of the Entertainment Destination Center in Downtown BGKY. In Kentucky, a City may hold an “Entertainment Destination Center” license allowing carrying of alcohol in public spaces in approved cups within set boundaries and times.
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