Gov. Beshear Announces CARES Act Reimbursements For NKY Governments

More than $9 million in CARES Act reimbursements have been approved for 11 NKY governments.

(Frankfort, Ky.) – Eleven northern Kentucky governments have been approved for reimbursements from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

Governor Andy Beshear announced Tuesday that $9.2 million in reimbursements will go to local governments with expenses related to COVID-19.

“Our local governments have been lifelines in our communities during the COVID-19 pandemic, which is why this funding is so important,” said Gov. Beshear. “We are grateful for their hard work and dedication to keeping Kentuckians safe.”

Locally, Boone County will use $4.5 million for payroll expenses. The City of Florence will use $2.3 million for payroll for police officers, firefighters and EMS workers.

“The City of Florence was able to apply for and receive CARES Act funding, allocated to us by the Governor, for the purpose of covering payroll expenses for our first responders during this unprecedented time,” said Florence Mayor Diane Whalen. “As we all face the uncertainty of the long term impacts of this pandemic, this reimbursement allows us to continue to provide public safety services to our residents and the community at large. We appreciate the funding, and are hopeful that Congress will be able to help our local governments with revenue replacement legislation as well.”

In Gallatin and Carroll counties, $298,956 each, will be used towards payroll at the sheriff’s department and EMS workers.

“The CARES Act funding that Gallatin County received has been a tremendous help, specifically to our first responders,” said Gallatin County Judge/Executive Ryan Morris. “With this funding, we were able to protect those folks on the front lines with payroll increased, number of hours increased, hazard pay for 3 months and necessary ambulance equipment. We appreciate the efforts of the Beshear administration and DLG to swiftly and responsibly allocate those funds.”

For additional information and to apply for reimbursement, visit DLG’s website.