AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBroadband & Local Infrastructure: Trimble Fiscal Court voted to move forward with fiber optic internet for the county park and most government buildings in Bedford, aiming for better bandwidth and future growth. Rural Connectivity: Lyon County’s fiber build is advancing faster than expected, with more than 25,000 locations still unserved statewide and multiple providers in play. Public Safety & Utilities: Eddyville council heard sewer plant updates and reported police accreditation progress, while crews continued park work ahead of Founders Day. Housing Conditions: Unionized Shelbyville tenants described ongoing problems including bugs and mold, as their case over apartment conditions continues. Energy & Costs: Trump floated suspending the federal gas tax as a midterms pressure move, following an executive order expanding dyed diesel relief. Tech & Land Use: Lexington-Fayette sent proposed data center zoning rules back to planning after a packed hearing, with residents pushing for stronger limits as the moratorium is considered for extension. Economic Development: Columbia city council set a lower 2026 tax rate and approved a grant request to fund a gas line for the Industrial Park. Industry & Business: TKC Distilling fired its CEO after hidden-camera allegations in a sealed lawsuit. Education & Community: UK’s “Move to Connect” program uses creative movement to expand mental health programming across Kentucky.
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