Cannabis in Kentucky local government
What Kentucky city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about cannabis — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
23 Kentucky meetings since 2024 covered cannabis. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Kentucky with the most cannabis activity
- Crestview Hills, KY (4)
- Newport, KY (3)
- Middletown, KY (2)
- Frankfort, KY (2)
- Boyle County, KY (2)
- Paris, KY (2)
- Georgetown, KY (2)
- Hardin County, KY (2)
- Danville, KY (2)
- Jefferson County, KY (1)
- Henderson, KY (1)
Latest matching meetings
Public hearing on zoning amendment to regulate tobacco and cannabis retailers
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to regulate tobacco specialty retailers and illegal cannabis sales. The commission must also decide on a subdivision creating three lots on Freeman Road and a site plan for an 18,000 SF addition at 2175 South Main Street, both…
Board to review cannabis dispensary and transitional home permits
The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider several variance requests and conditional use permits. Decisions will be made regarding property setbacks, fence heights, and specific land uses within Louisville Metro.
Public hearings on rear-lot zoning, subdivisions, and bus shelters
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several items, including a zoning code amendment for rear lots (Z2025-6), a resubdivision at Arbutus Street creating eight lots, and associated special exceptions for rear-lot homes. Two previously continued cannabis-related items (a zoning code amendment…
Board to vote on tax incentive for 195 townhomes at former Newport Steel site
The Board will hold a caucus for an update on medical cannabis program limitations, then a special meeting to vote on an Industrial Revenue Bond agreement for PLK Communities to redevelop the former Newport Steel site into 195 townhomes with public amenities, involving $5M in environmental remediation. The board will…
Board to hold second readings on budget, cannabis tax, and street closure ordinances
The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting to conduct second readings of four ordinances: amending budgeted positions and job classifications for the FY2024-2025 budget (Administration and Parks), closing a public right-of-way on McClain Avenue, amending Chapter 21 taxation for medicinal…
Board to vote on Nexigen project creating 75 jobs, discuss medical cannabis zoning
The Newport Board of Commissioners will vote on an industrial revenue bond (IRB) project for Nexigen Communications, which aims to create at least 75 jobs by redeveloping the former US Bank building on Monmouth Street and acquiring the Muehlenkamp Funeral Home property. The board will also discuss zoning and…
Strategic planning session covers Monmouth Street, housing density, medical marijuana
The Board of Commissioners will hold a special strategic planning session to discuss city goals and develop strategies. No public comments will be allowed. Key discussion topics include the Monmouth Street comprehensive review, housing and density, and medical marijuana policy, but no formal votes are expected.
Commission to discuss medical marijuana ordinance, recycle update
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss a proposed medical marijuana ordinance, an affordable housing committee update, and a draft memorandum of agreement for a youth sports association. Action items include appointing a Mayor Pro Tem and accepting the final Fiscal Year 2024 audit. An executive…
Public hearing on rezoning 607 Taylor Ave for short-term rental
The Frankfort-Franklin County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: two text amendments to regulate medicinal cannabis businesses in the city and county, and a zone map amendment for 607 Taylor Avenue to allow a short-term rental. They will also consider a modification of subdivision standards…
Boyle Fiscal Court: 2nd reading Animal Control, Sheriff budget, cannabis resolution
The Fiscal Court will hold a second reading of an amendment to animal control regulations (Ordinance 842.0). They will also consider the Sheriff's 2025 budget and salary cap, a resolution regarding medical cannabis, and a public safety building RFP. Other items include budget and cash transfers, appointments, and a…
Council to vote on medical cannabis ordinances (second reading)
The Crestview Hills City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct second readings of two ordinances related to medical cannabis: one accepting the Planning Commission recommendation and the other establishing regulatory fees. The council will also consider approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous…
Police board welcomes new officer, receives grants for vest and rifle locks
The board approved the November minutes and bills, and heard the chief's report on a new officer hire, two equipment grants, and training. Council reports noted Crestview Hills' first readings of medical cannabis ordinances and Lakeside Park's strategic plan update from NKADD.
First readings of medical cannabis ordinances and fee establishment
The Crestview Hills City Council will hold a special meeting with first readings of two ordinances related to medical cannabis: one accepting a Planning Commission recommendation and another establishing regulatory fees. The council will also consider appointments to the 2024 Planning Council and administer oaths for…
Paris City Commission to consider cannabis licenses and entertainment center ordinance
The City Commission will review ordinances regarding cannabis licensing and the establishment of an entertainment destination center. The body will also consider a text amendment for the Neighborhood Revitalization Design Character Overlay Zone and a project for a public gathering space on 3rd Street.
First reading of ordinance setting cannabis license fees
The Paris City Commission will conduct second readings of ordinances on code supplements, bid openings, and flood damage prevention, along with a first reading of an ordinance establishing cannabis license fees. The agenda also includes a Citizens Police Academy presentation, a discussion on legislative priorities…
Council to consider first reading of medicinal cannabis zoning amendment
The City Council will hold first readings on a zoning amendment to allow medicinal cannabis, an annexation at 656 Delaplain Road, and a bond ordinance. Second readings are scheduled for a work session ordinance, a right-of-way closing, and a bond ordinance. The council will also receive a presentation on a proposed…
Crestview Hills Council to consider cell tower easement and cannabis text amendment
The City Council will review an easement for Cellco Partnership/Verizon on City Building property and a medical cannabis text amendment application. The meeting also includes a presentation of the 2023-2024 City Audit.
Council to discuss property acquisition for Lexus Way/Old Oxford Road extension in closed session
The Georgetown City Council will consider first readings of ordinances establishing regular work sessions, closing a right-of-way, and authorizing bonds. Discussions are scheduled on medicinal cannabis and a special events ordinance. The Council will also enter a closed session to discuss a counteroffer for property…
Fiscal Court considers medical cannabis zoning and road resurfacing funds
The Hardin County Fiscal Court will vote on a budget amendment and a zoning text amendment regarding medical cannabis businesses. The body is also reviewing several resolutions involving equipment leases, grants, and road contracts.
Zone change for 3288 Lebanon Rd gets first reading
The Danville City Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 14, 2024. Items include a first reading of Ordinance #2040 to rezone 3288 Lebanon Rd, a contract amendment with True RX, a medical cannabis workplace recommendation, and revisions to FY25 personnel policies. The commission will also discuss a…
First reading of zoning text amendment for medical cannabis businesses
The Hardin County Fiscal Court will hold a public hearing on the Niceley Cemetery Relocation and hear the first reading of a zoning text amendment (Ordinance 269-4) to allow medical cannabis businesses in unincorporated areas. The court will also consider a budget amendment for FY 2024-25 (Ordinance 340) and approve…
Fiscal Court considers zoning amendments and occupational license fee changes
The Boyle County Fiscal Court will hold a regular meeting to vote on budget and cash transfers. The body will conduct second readings for zoning ordinances regarding gravel parking and medical cannabis, and a first reading for an occupational license fee ordinance amendment.
City Commission to consider medical cannabis ordinance and zone change
The Danville City Commission will meet to discuss a joint ordinance amendment regarding medical cannabis and a zone change for 130 Wilderness Rd. The body will also review grant agreements for Paul Bruhn and the airport.