Announcements
The following is a list of announcements made by the City of Bowling Green over the last year.
Regional leaders join together to tackle workforce issues
Nov 22, 2021
Summary: There are more than 8,000 open jobs in our region that need to be filled. The City of Bowling Green has joined community leaders to to increase workforce participation.
Westen Roundabout Project Open House Nov 23
Nov 19, 2021
Summary: A series of roundabouts is planned for construction over the next couple of years on Westen Avenue. A project open house will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 23 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Realtors Association of Southern KY, located at 181 Professional Park Ct.
BGPD deputy chief honored for achievement in law enforcement
Nov 19, 2021
Summary: The Kentucky Women's Law Enforcement Network Thursday honored Bowling Green Police Department Deputy Chief Penny Bowles with the organization's Lifetime Achievement Award.
Bowling Green earns Distinguished Budget Award
Nov 18, 2021
Summary: For the 10th consecutive year the City of Bowling Green, has received Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its budget.
City builds bridge connecting River Front Park East with River Front Park West
Nov 16, 2021
Summary: Anyone walking or biking through Weldon Peete Park are asked to utilize caution within the park, as construction has begun on a pedestrian connection between River Front Park East with River Front Park West.
New sidewalks to provide safe passage for pedestrians
Nov 5, 2021
Summary: Beginning Tuesday, Johnson Drive from Old Morgantown Road to Gary Avenue and Dennis Way from Johnson Drive to the 500 block of Dennis Way will be closed to through traffic until further notice while the city works to install new sidewalks.
Friday Night Events Impact Traffic Downtown and Near Campus
Oct 29, 2021
Summary: Rush hour traffic will be impacted today by the WKU Homecoming Parade that starts at 5 pm and by Halloween events taking place in downtown Bowling Green, including the BGPD Trunk or Treat at 911 Kentucky Street.
Paving project to cause intermittent road closures in cemeteries
Oct 18, 2021
Summary: City of Bowling Green Fairview Cemetery would like the public to be aware that a paving project is underway at Fairview Cemetery #1 and Mt. Moriah. The cleaning process has begun with intermittent road closures.
Bowling Green Police Department hosts Trunk or Treat
Oct 14, 2021
Summary: Bowling Green Police Department hosts Trunk or Treat again this year. BGPD in collaboration with multiple community partners will offer children and their parents the opportunity to celebrate Halloween safely.
2021 Property Tax Bills Have Been Mailed
Oct 6, 2021
Summary: Attention all property owners, 2021 property tax bills have been mailed and are due by December 31, 2021. ll you need to get started is the invoice number, date, and amount.
Board of Commissioners proclaim October 4 as TEN-4 Awareness Day
Oct 4, 2021
Summary: The Bowling Green City Commission and the Warren County fiscal Court proclaimed today TEN-4 Awareness Day. Research from pediatricians has led to a rule called TEN-4 Bruising Rule that says that any bruising before a child is cruising are significant red flags for child abuse.
Main Avenue to close temporarily for sidewalk project
Oct 1, 2021
Summary: Beginning Monday, city road crews will close Main Avenue between State Street and Chestnut Street from 6 a.m. until 4 p.m. every day through Friday for construction work.
Work in BG Campaign Kicks off today
Sep 28, 2021
Summary: Work in BG, a targeted media campaign aimed at incentivizing the City's New American labor force to apply for local job opportunities kicked off today.
Financial Awards
Sep 7, 2021
Summary: The City of Bowling Green was presented with two awards by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for financial reports from FY2020.
BGPD Hiring to Start Soon
Aug 30, 2021
Summary: Mark your calendars! BGPD hiring process begins August 30, 2021. For more information on the process, details on the timeline, or physical fitness testing, please visit https://www.bgky.org/hr/jobs.
All Inclusive "Pedal to the Medal" Bike Social Set for Thursday, Aug. 19
Aug 18, 2021
Summary: Everyone is invited to join us at Preston Miller Park from 5:00-7:00 p.m. to "ride like the wind" and enjoy our beautiful city together! Open to individuals with and without disabilities, as well as their families and support systems.
City of BG Online Auction now available
Aug 16, 2021
Summary: The City of Bowling Green will hold an online auction at www.govdeals.com beginning Monday, 8/16/21 and closing on Monday, 8/23/21. The general public is encouraged to participate. To access Bowling Green’s auction, simply search for Bowling Green, KY.
Fire Chief Appointment
Aug 3, 2021
Summary: City of Bowling Green Board of Commissioners Appoints new Fire Chief- Battalion Chief Justin Brooks of the Bowling Green Fire Department
North Lee Drive Sidewalk Construction
Jul 30, 2021
Summary: Sidewalk construction has begun on North Lee Drive from Trent Way to Old Barren River Road as part of the FY21 Sidewalk Construction project. Once completed, North Lee Drive will have sidewalk the entire length.
Special Work Session
Jul 6, 2021
Summary: Citizens feedback/input regarding the special Board of Commissioners work session on homelessness may be submitted via email to the Office of the City Clerk at CityClerk@bgky.org on or before 7/13.
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
Jul 6, 2021
Summary: Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners 7/6/21 4:30 pm Agenda @ https://www.bgky.org/files/bqgbMDs0.pdf Watch live on channel 4 or @ https://www.bgky.org/videos, replay @ www.bgky.org/city-commission.
ICAC to host “meet & greet” with City’s Elected Officials
Jun 23, 2021
Summary: The City’s International Communities Advisory Council (ICAC) will host a “meet & greet” opportunity with the City of Bowling Green Elected Officials during a luncheon on Thursday, June 24 at 12pm in the Neighborhood and Community Services Department located at 707 East Main Avenue.
New Lights Installed on Ken Bale Blvd
Jun 15, 2021
Summary: The new traffic lights at Ken Bale Blvd. and Nell O'Bryan Ct. will go live on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 in the late morning. Contractors are finishing work on striping stop bars, arrows and pedestrian crosswalks today. Please use caution in this area.
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