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TOWER PARK STREAM RESTORATION
The City of Fort Thomas is partnering with the NKU Center for
Applied Ecology to revitalize streams located in Tower Park to
improve habitat, water quality and mitigate landslides. The two
streams, located behind the amphitheater and basketball court,
were significantly altered by past filling and piping, and have
been eroded by stormwater runoff. This project involves fill
removal, stream restoration, planting of native vegetation, and
eradication of non-native, invasive species like bush honeysuckle.
Hikers may have noticed honeysuckle clearing has already began
behind the amphitheater. Stream construction is due to begin
in late July or August. The restoration will not impact the historic
stone walls, but unfortunately some mature trees along the stream
corridor behind the basketball court will be lost. For the duration
of the project some trails will be closed to ensure the safety
of anyone visiting the park. Once construction is concluded native
seed will be disbursed, new trees will be planted and trails
will be reopened. The project is fully funded through the Northern
Kentucky Stream and Wetland Restoration Program (http://nkswrp.nku.edu).
Thank you in advance for your patience and partnership. Questions
or Comments: Please contact Tara Sturgill at sturgillt1@nku.edu
or (859) 448-5980. |
Special information regarding
bicycle regulations.
Please follow the link below for more information on the Police
Department's Page.
BICYCLE
REGULATIONS |
A Message from Rumpke, Inc.
Rumpke is asking all customers to wrap mattresses and box springs
in plastic before stetting them out to the curb for pickup. Due
to the overwhelming outbreak of bedbugs, this will help keep
their drivers safe from infestation. Rolls of plastic can be
found at most hardware stores and are fairly inexpensive. Customers
are asked to contact Rumpke in advance before setting out large
items. If the mattress and box spring is not wrapped in plastic
or called in for a special pickup, the driver will leave a sticker
on it with instructions on action to be taken before the item
can be removed. |
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the 2010 Deer Census Here
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the 2011 Deer Census Here
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here for bow and arrow discharge info. |
Emergency Warning Devices
(Sirens)
City of Ft. Thomas
The City of Ft. Thomas is currently working with the Kentucky
Office of Homeland Security to replace the three Severe Weather
Alerting Sirens in Ft. Thomas. We have received a grant and are
working with the Campbell County Office of Emergency Management
to replace the sirens at Moyer and St. Catherine. These sirens
are currently still operational. The siren at Woodfill School
has been taken out of service with the construction of the new
school. The three new sirens will be placed in Tower, Highland
and Rossford Parks and should be operational by the fall of 2011.
In the event of severe weather, the FD recommends you tune to
your TV or radio for instructions or purchase a weather radio
for you residence or business. Any questions, please feel free
to contact Chief Mark Bailey at the FD (441-8393). |
HHS graduate dies in Operation Enduring
Freedom
Fort Thomas Independent Schools and the City of Fort Thomas extends
its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Brandon Pickering.
On April 13, 2011, the Department of Defense announced that Private
Brandon T. Pickering, 21, of Fort Thomas, Ky., died April 10,
2011 in Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Landstuhl, Germany,
of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his unit with small
arms fire and a rocket propelled grenade in Wardak province,
Afghanistan, April 8. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 4th
Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division,
Fort Polk, La. We are eternally grateful for our military men
and women and we know that the sacrifices of our own hero, Private
Brandon Pickering, a 2008 graduate of Highlands High School,
will never be forgotten. The courage and strength that Brandon
demonstrated in volunteering to serve his country as an Army
infantryman are qualities all can learn from and admire. |
"Beverly Hills: Showplace of the Nation"
 Created by NKU Masters
in Public History Class
Dr. Brian Hackett, Professor
Exhibit open Tuesday through Sunday noon to 4:00 pm
940 Cochran Avenue (formerly 69 Greene Street)
Fort Thomas, KY 41075
(859)572-1225 or (859)815-8481
Watch Channel 19 Interview Here!
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UPDATE
ON MILITARY HOMES IN TOWER PARK
CLICK
HERE! |
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The Fort
Thomas Military and Community Museum located at 940 Cochran Avenue
(formerly 69 Greene Street) in Tower Park is now open Wednesday
through Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m. We also open the museum to visitors
upon request by appointment only. For more information call:
859-815-8481 or 859-572-1225. |
Big News!
Rumpke can now accept all plastic bottles and jugs (regardless
of plastic number) and clean pizza boxes.
This advanced recycling option is only available to select areas
throughout the United States and is the result of the successful
improvements Rumpke has made within the past few years to allow
for expanded commingled recycling options throughout the greater
Cincinnati region.
Since Rumpke Recycling’s inception in 1989, we have significantly
grown our residential program and steadily increased the amount
and type of materials we accept. In fact, Rumpke's owners have
been inducted into the Environmental Industry Association's "Hall
of Fame" for their work in the field of waste management.
We hope you share our excitement in this opportunity to recycle
more.
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City Council Meetings will now be aired
on Insight Cable Ch. 20.