Interactive seminars, provided at no cost, available for city residents and business owners in Covington
The City of Covington is providing a series of informative seminars aimed at engaging and educating its residents and local business owners on crucial safety, environmental, and community topics. These free seminars, led by expert staff from the City's Fire, Police, Public Works, and Economic Development Departments, are designed to empower individuals with essential knowledge and skills.
One of the seminars focuses on Fire safety and fire extinguisher use. Participants will learn about fire prevention strategies, proper detector placement, and hands-on training on the use of fire extinguishers. For more information or to schedule a seminar, residents can contact Joseph Vance, Assistant Fire Chief, at 859 292-2344 or [email protected].
Another seminar, Personal safety and scam awareness, addresses identity protection, emergency preparedness, and threat recognition. This session is particularly useful for those seeking to enhance their personal safety and learn how to avoid common scams.
For the younger members of the community, the Pedestrian and bicycle safety seminar is designed specifically for youth education. This session covers traffic awareness, safety equipment, and the rules of the road.
In addition to these, the City offers seminars on Litter, recycling, and sustainability, Stormwater runoff and the environment, Urban forestry, and Zoning and historic preservation. The "4 R's" (Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) seminar emphasises proper waste management practices and fostering environmental stewardship.
The Stormwater Division staff will present the stormwater management seminar, providing insights into preventing basement backups, contamination issues, and development impact on water quality. For more information or to schedule a seminar, contact Jackie Stephens at 859 292-2292 or [email protected].
The urban forestry seminar, led by the Urban Forestry staff, discusses the vital role of urban trees in promoting community health and environmental quality. Topics covered include proper tree selection, essential maintenance practices, and benefits such as heat reduction and air quality improvement. For more details, contact Patrick Moore at 859 292-2300 or [email protected].
Navigate zoning and historic preservation requirements through a seminar that covers property location on zoning maps, permit application processes, Neighborhood Development Code, and Historic Design Guidelines.
Sessions are held at City Offices, with off-site presentations available upon request. Seminars typically last about one hour. For more information or to schedule a seminar, residents can contact the appropriate staff member as listed above.
These seminars are part of the City of Covington's commitment to public safety, quality of life, and sustainability. By participating in these seminars, residents and local business owners can gain valuable knowledge and skills, contributing to a safer and more sustainable community.
[1] City Offices: Refers to the main office building of the City of Covington. [3] Off-site presentations: Refers to seminars held at locations other than City Offices.
- The Seminar on Fire safety and fire extinguisher use, led by Joseph Vance, Assistant Fire Chief, is available for residents seeking education on essential fire safety practices.
- The Personal safety and scam awareness session focuses on identity protection, emergency preparedness, and recognizing threats, promoting public safety for all individuals.
- For the younger members of the community, the Pedestrian and bicycle safety seminar covers traffic awareness, safety equipment, and the rules of the road, led by the city's professionals.
- The Stormwater runoff and the environment seminar, presented by Jackie Stephens, gives an insight into preventing basement backups, contamination issues, and development impact on water quality.
- Navigate zoning and historic preservation requirements through the City's seminar on property location on zoning maps, permit application processes, Neighborhood Development Code, and Historic Design Guidelines. Off-site presentations are available upon request.
[1] City Offices: The main office building of the City of Covington. [3] Off-site presentations: Seminars held at locations other than City Offices.
