Political Signs – Let the fun begin

You may have already noticed. The campaign signs in Alexandria have been sprouting like spring flowers. Along with the signs controversy concerning them has already started.

A little game of politics anyone?

Retired minister and Alexandria resident Jim Korpik took to the floor Thursday evening (March 4, 2010) during the open discussion period of the Alexandria City Council meeting.

Council says “Inform us”

The following article appears on the nky.com web site. What it fails to mention is that the Mayor of Alexandria vigorously opposed this ordinance during council’s discussion at the council meeting on Tuesday, February 18.

Mayors influence diminishing?

It has become apparent that the Mayor’s ability to influence and control city council is a thing of the past.

Rachford files to run for Mayor

City councilman Bill Rachford has filed to run for Mayor of the City of Alexandria.  The election will be held on Tuesday, November 2, 2010.

Welcome to the Alexandria KY blog

It is the goal of this blog to publish helpful information, news and reports concerning city government that might not be available elsewhere.

On Thursday, November 19, 2009 this blog was created to follow the issues surrounding the election of Mayor and City Council members on November 2, 2010.  Their terms begin January 1, 2011.

The outcome of the election has been decided, so that part of the mission is complete.

We also wanted to bring you news of interest in and around the community of Alexandria and we will continue to do so.

We will be watching the newly elected officials with optimism.  We will report on issues facing the city and report on how our elected officials perform.

We believe Alexandria is a great place to live and raise your children.

We may not be posting every day but rest assured we will be posting.

We hope you enjoy the blog and encourage your participation by encouraging your comments on the articles posted.

Revised Saturday, November 27, 2010