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Independence - July 6 2026
Published: Jul 7, 2026
Stricter Penalties for Door-to-Door Sales Violators Approved
The council unanimously approved an ordinance amending section 112 of the Independence Code of Ordinances, modifying penalties for door-to-door sales violations. This amendment aims to increase penalties, particularly for repeat offenders, following an incident where a solicitor ignored police directives. The ordinance, identified as 2026-0-09, received a second reading and passed with Council Member Waite moving and Council Member Steffen seconding. The vote was unanimous. [cite: 61, 63, 65, 66, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 89]
City Authorizes Acquisition of Property for Cherokee Area Redevelopment
The council unanimously approved Resolution 2026-R-09, authorizing the acquisition of real estate for the health and welfare of the city. The property, owned by a MOTS Capital LLC at the intersection of Cox Road and Hail Miller (the old service station site), will be purchased using economic development grant funds. The acquisition aims to clean up the Cherokee area, potentially realign Cox Road for better sight lines, and allow for the installation of a welcome sign. The property has been contracted for $160,000. The resolution passed unanimously with Council Member Franzen moving and Council Member Vogelpool seconding. [cite: 161, 163, 164, 165, 167, 168, 170, 174, 175, 178, 181, 184, 186, 189, 192, 194]
City Council Addresses Parking Regulations, Road Conditions, and Infrastructure Projects
The council discussed an ordinance amending parking regulations, including clarifications on recorded permission for towing, prohibition of parking in any roundabout within the city, and corrections to the title of the Public Services Director. Additionally, a modification was made to clarify that impoundment of a vehicle for violating vehicle-related ordinances can occur in conjunction with issuing a citation. The ordinance was presented for a first reading and potential minor changes before the next meeting. The issue of a steamroller left on Dana Harvey by Wrigling was also raised, with a request for its removal. Discussions also included the state's progress on repairing a section of old and new 17, with a preference for a mill and overlay over patching, and the continued problem of potholes on that stretch of road. The expected opening of the splash pad was also mentioned, awaiting final inspection. [cite: 94, 99, 107, 109, 113, 119, 120, 122, 123, 233, 235, 237, 249, 251, 253, 255, 263, 264, 270, 275, 279, 383, 385, 394]
Brandy Corps Development Zone Change Under Review
The council reviewed a proposed ordinance to amend the zoning map for the Brandy Corps development, changing approximately 40 acres from RRE residential rural estate to CC Community Commercial and PUD plan unit development zones. This ordinance involves a first reading, with a final vote anticipated at the August 3rd meeting. A public hearing was previously held on June 4th, and the Kenton County Planning Commission recommended approval with a vote of 12-2. Representatives from Brandy Corps were present, and no other members of the public signed up to speak. The council emphasized that no new evidence would be introduced without a new public hearing. [cite: 125, 127, 128, 129, 134, 144, 145, 146, 153, 156]
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