Aaron Dockery one of 41 participants who will innovate, collaborate and advance community and economic development in Appalachian Kentucky City of Somerset Engineer Aaron Dockery is one of 41 participants selected for the second BRIGHT Kentucky … [Read more...] about City of Somerset engineer selected for BRIGHT Kentucky class of 2020
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Somerset leader John Perkins recognized through downtown mural, #seemyset story series
Written, photo and video essays to be released in coming weeks John Perkins has never been one to dwell on the past. In fact, he only looks there in gratitude to the people who have supported him. As a young man, Perkins often visited the old … [Read more...] about Somerset leader John Perkins recognized through downtown mural, #seemyset story series
City of Somerset’s credit rating upgraded
Moody’s review indicates city's financial stability has improved Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded the City of Somerset’s bond credit rating by two levels, deeming the city a low credit risk to investors. The rating — now an A2 from Baa1 — … [Read more...] about City of Somerset’s credit rating upgraded
Painting hydrants beautifies city, enhances fire protection efforts
Colors indicate water flow and help Somerset achieve important ISO rating Somerset residents may have noticed that fire hydrants throughout the city have recently been painted bright new shades of color — some even decorated to celebrate school teams … [Read more...] about Painting hydrants beautifies city, enhances fire protection efforts
City of Somerset receives two safety grants
City of Somerset Safety Coordinator Marc Travis, left, Mayor Alan Keck and Water and Wastewater Manager Dana Whitis with a check from the Kentucky League of Cities for a recently awarded safety grant. Kentucky League of Cities funds provide critical … [Read more...] about City of Somerset receives two safety grants
Investing in people: Mayor Alan Keck’s statement on fiscal year 2021 budget
By Mayor Alan Keck How you do anything is how you do everything. No matter the role, I have always strived to dream more, learn more and do more. All with others in mind. I am no different as mayor. I believe when we invest in the people who … [Read more...] about Investing in people: Mayor Alan Keck’s statement on fiscal year 2021 budget
