Announcements
The following is a list of announcements made by the City of Bowling Green over the last year.
Two City employees recognized at Saturday's Women of Achievement Awards
Apr 27, 2022
Summary: Two City employees were among those recognized at Saturday’s Women of Achievement Awards presented by the Bowling Green Human Rights Commission (HRC). Bowling Green Mayor Todd Alcott was on hand to greet attendees at the event.
Bowling Green City Clerk named Clerk of the Year
Apr 25, 2022
Summary: The Kentucky Municipal Clerks Association named Bowling Green City Clerk Ashley Jackson as the 2022 Clerk of the Year. Jackson began working for Bowling Green in 2006 as Assistant City Clerk. She was promoted to City Clerk in 2018.
#BGGovToGo Returns With Community Block Party Downtown
Apr 21, 2022
Summary: The #BGGovToGo season kicks off tomorrow night, April 21 with ""The Neighbors" Community Block Party under the SOKY Marketplace Pavilion and along "Hot Rod Alley" from 3 to 7 p.m.
NEW Downtown BGKY resources now available online
Apr 20, 2022
Summary: Downtown BGKY officially released two new free resources today: a Downtown BGKY public parking map and Fountain Square Shop & Dine guide.
Arbor Day Foundation recognizes Bowling Green as a Tree City USA
Mar 28, 2022
Summary: Properly placed tress increase property values and positively affect the local ecosystem by helping to clean water and create animal habitats to encourage biodiversity.
Small Business Administration begins pilot program in Bowling Green, sets up temporary office at Kummer/Little Center
Mar 21, 2022
Summary: A small percentage of business owners here have applied for assistance through SBA. SBA wants to educate businesses on the low-interest loans available to business owners and identify any impediments to that federal assistance.
City to Receive $1.6M TAP Grant
Mar 17, 2022
Summary: City of Bowling Green will receive a $1.6M Transportation Alternatives Program grant award to restore the College Street Pedestrian Bridge.
New funding helps city provide services to Afghan immigrants
Mar 17, 2022
Summary: The City of Bowling Green will receive a new grant of $150,000 from the Open Society Foundations to support the City's efforts to meet the needs of new Afghan residents here.
Informational meeting with Historic Preservation Office scheduled for March 22
Mar 15, 2022
Summary: The Kentucky Heritage Council will have staff in Bowling Green next week to tour tornado-damaged neighborhoods and present informational that could help owners repairing their historic homes
City, county launches new website to help businesses fill job vacancies and help unemployed find work
Mar 3, 2022
Summary: Going live this week BowlingGreenWorks.com is a step in the effort to connect employees with actively hiring employers. The site will be a resource for employers and job seekers.
Bowling Green Human Rights Commission Celebrates 29th Annual Women of Achievement Awards
Feb 28, 2022
Summary: The 29th Annual Women of Achievement Awards sponsored by the Bowling Green Human Rights Commission will be held on Saturday April 23rd. Cost of tickets for this event is $45.00.
Now Hiring: 911 Dispatchers
Feb 17, 2022
Summary: The City of BG is currently accepting applications for the 911 Dispatcher position. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 4th. Please visit https://www.bgky.org/hr/jobs for more information.
Businesses and food trucks needed for Bunny Hop Trail
Feb 16, 2022
Summary: The Bunny Hop takes place at the park on the paved walking trail that is completely wheelchair accessible. The event is scheduled from 3 to 6 p.m. March 26 and the Easter Bunny will make an appearance. Last year’s event drew a crowd of hundreds.
FEMA deadline extended to March
Feb 10, 2022
Summary: FEMA deadline to apply for disaster assistance has ben extended by one month. There are multiple ways to apply for assistance.
Demolition permits are required for structure tear down
Feb 3, 2022
Summary: City-county contractors are removing only the debris generated by the storm. They will not remove other debris. Demolition permits are required for tearing down storm-damaged structures.
FEMA deadline approaching
Jan 28, 2022
Summary: Even if you believe you have what you need to rebuild, it's vital to register for assistance in the event of an unforeseen need later. Only those registered for assistance will be able to receive FEMA help.
McConnell, Guthrie visit disaster recovery center
Jan 26, 2022
Summary: U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell was joined by U.S. Representative Brett Guthrie, Bowling Green City Manager Jeff Meisel, Warren County Judge-Executive Mike Buchanon, Warren County Emergency Management Director Ronnie Pearson and many other local leaders today at the disaster recovery center.
BGFD to accept fire department applications beginning Feb. 11
Jan 21, 2022
Summary: The Bowling Green Fire Department is hiring. Applications will be accepted from Feb. 11 through March 18. Applicants are required to produce a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certification card by April 10.
Feb. 7 deadline set for debris placement
Jan 18, 2022
Summary: Owners of storm-affected property within the Bowling Green city limits who need debris removal have until Feb. 7 to place that debris on the right of way.
Anyone staying in temporary shelter is urged to register with Red Cross by Friday
Jan 12, 2022
Summary: It is important that anyone who is staying in temporary shelter - which may include hotels, a family or friend’s home, AirBNB or anything that is not their permanent residence - register with the Red Cross by Friday, Jan. 14.
FEMA deadline approaching for storm-affected residents
Jan 12, 2022
Summary: Anyone affected by the Dec. 11 tornadoes must register with FEMA on or before Feb. 11. You can do this in person at the old Sears store inside Greenwood Mall from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. You can also register online and on the phone.
Fairview Cemetery closed due to weather conditions
Jan 6, 2022
Summary: Fairview Cemetery gates will be closed to the public until all ice, snow and other debris causing unsafe conditions in the cemetery can be cleaned from the roads.
Winter Storm Impacts: BGStrong Resource Center Will Not Open Today, 01/06/2022
Jan 6, 2022
Summary: Due to the timing of the incoming Winter Storm and expected snowfalls, the BGStrong Disaster Resource Center co-located with FEMA at the Greenwood Mall will not open to the public today, 01/06/2022. Limited number of workers will remain working in ways that do not require the public to travel.
City preps for winter weather
Jan 5, 2022
Summary: Bowling Green Public Works employees are prepping the roads for anticipated winter weather tomorrow. Operations employees have started pre-treating some roads to prevent winter precipitation from sticking to the roads.
Tornado Response
Jan 4, 2022
Summary: Bowling Green/Warren County sustained severe damage and loss of life from the Dec. 11 tornadoes. IF YOU HAD STORM DAMAGE OR LOSS of any kind, YOU MUST REGISTER BY FEB. 11. For the latest, visit www.wearebgstrong.com or follow our social media. Last Updated - 6:30 p.m. 01/04/2022 DAY #25
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