Governmental agencies agree on tax revenue sharing that will fund important economic development efforts in the community SOMERSET, KENTUCKY (June 28, 2021) — Somerset City Council members gave unanimous approval today to multiple interlocal … [Read more...] about In historic collaboration, Somerset City Council and Pulaski Fiscal Court approve interlocal agreements

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Safety grant provides equipment for wastewater, street departments
Kentucky League of Cities Insurance Service funding improves overall safety and livability of Kentucky cities The City of Somerset has received a $3,000 safety grant from the Kentucky League of Cities Insurance Services (KLCIS) that will help … [Read more...] about Safety grant provides equipment for wastewater, street departments
Healthy Somerset director joins UK’s Markey Cancer Center advisory board
Involvement includes giving input on cancer-related needs in Kentucky Healthy Somerset Director Kathy Townsend is a new member of the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center (MCC) Community Advisory Board. The board’s mission is … [Read more...] about Healthy Somerset director joins UK’s Markey Cancer Center advisory board
Somerset Police chief selected for 2021 Leadership Kentucky program
William Hunt joins Pulaski resident Megan Damron in representing the community SOMERSET, KENTUCKY (June 10, 2021) — Somerset Police Chief William Hunt has been selected as one of 50 participants from across the state to attend the 2021 Leadership … [Read more...] about Somerset Police chief selected for 2021 Leadership Kentucky program
Virginia Theatre to be renovated, restored as part of $13 million bond initiative
Project also includes an $800K savings to city taxpayers through refinancing while building water, wastewater infrastructure SOMERSET, KENTUCKY (April 26, 2021) — Somerset City Council members unanimously approved a $13 million municipal bond … [Read more...] about Virginia Theatre to be renovated, restored as part of $13 million bond initiative
Council votes to purchase Richards Court property to make stormwater improvements
Lot will provide space for a retention pond; $155,000 EPA grant will aid in studying entire watershed holistically SOMERSET, KENTUCKY (April 12, 2021) — In response to historic rains that caused significant damage to homes downtown, Somerset … [Read more...] about Council votes to purchase Richards Court property to make stormwater improvements