Skip to content
All about education & self-development.

Covington Makes Interactive Seminars Accessible at No Cost for City Residents and Business Owners

Covington City offers instructional workshops, helmed by proficient personnel from various departments including Fire, Police, Public Works, and Economic Development. These sessions, open to all, concentrate on matters of public safety, community welfare, and environmental sustainability that...

,   and  Administrator
3 min read
Interactive seminars, provided at no cost, now open for City's residents and business proprietors...
Interactive seminars, provided at no cost, now open for City's residents and business proprietors by Covington.

Covington Makes Interactive Seminars Accessible at No Cost for City Residents and Business Owners

City of Covington Offers Free Public Education Seminars

The City of Covington is providing a series of free public education seminars on topics such as fire safety, personal safety and scam awareness, pedestrian and bicycle safety, litter, recycling and sustainability, stormwater runoff and the environment, urban forestry, and zoning and historic preservation. These seminars are led by expert city staff from the Fire, Police, Public Works, and Economic Development Departments and typically last about one hour.

Details for key seminars include:

| Seminar Topic | Presenter | Capacity | Contact Information | |-------------------------------------|--------------------------------|---------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | Fire Safety & Fire Extinguisher Use | Covington Fire Department | Maximum 20 participants | Joseph Vance, Assistant Fire ChiefPhone: 859-292-2344Email: [email protected] | | Personal Safety & Scam Awareness | Covington Police Department | Not specified | Sgt. Rachel WhitePhone: 859-292-2283Email: [email protected] | | Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety | Covington Police Department | Not specified | Sgt. Rachel WhitePhone: 859-292-2283Email: [email protected] | | Litter, Recycling, and Sustainability| City Staff (Public Works, Economic Development) | Not specified | Contact details not explicitly provided; look up city departments for scheduling[1][3] |

Sessions are scheduled upon request and are available to city residents of all ages, with some topics tailored for youth or adults[1][3]. They are generally held at City Offices, with off-site presentations possible[3].

Interested residents should contact the relevant department or individual listed above to schedule or learn more about the sessions[1][3].

Seminar Highlights

  • The Waste Management seminar focuses on proper waste management practices and community stewardship for the environment. Contact Patrick Moore at [email protected] or 859 292-2300 for more information.
  • The Urban Forestry seminar explores the vital role of urban trees in promoting community health and environmental quality. Contact Patrick Stephens at [email protected] or 859 292-2292 for more information.
  • The Urban Forestry seminar is led by Urban Forestry staff.
  • The Fire Safety seminar focuses on fire prevention, detector placement, and the PASS method.
  • The Zoning & Historic Preservation seminar covers property location on zoning maps, permit application processes, Neighborhood Development Code, and Historic Design Guidelines. Contact Kaitlin Bryan at [email protected] or 859 292-2171 for more information.
  • The Zoning & Historic Preservation seminar is led by Regulatory Services staff.
  • The Stormwater Runoff seminar covers preventing basement backups, contamination issues, and development impact on water quality. This seminar is led by Stormwater Division staff.
  • The Stormwater Runoff seminar covers the importance of proper stormwater management for environmental health and safety. Contact Jackie Stephens at [email protected] or 859 292-2292 for more information about the Stormwater Runoff seminar.
  • The Litter, Recycling, and Sustainability seminar educates on litter management, recycling, and sustainable practices. Although no specific department or contact information is provided in the paragraph, residents can look up city departments for scheduling[1][3].
  • The Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety seminar, presented by the Covington Police Department, is youth-focused. The seminar focuses on traffic safety, safety equipment, and rules of the road for accident prevention.
  • The Fire Safety seminar, presented by the Covington Fire Department, can accommodate up to 20 participants.
  • Sessions are held at City Offices, with off-site presentations available.
  1. The City of Covington's free public education seminar series includes topics on fire safety, personal safety, pedestrian and bicycle safety, litter, recycling, sustainability, stormwater runoff, urban forestry, and zoning and historic preservation.
  2. The Waste Management seminar emphasizes proper waste management practices for community stewardship and environmental health, contact Patrick Moore for more information.
  3. The Urban Forestry seminar explores how urban trees promote community health and environmental quality, led by Urban Forestry staff.
  4. The Fire Safety seminar, led by the Covington Fire Department, focuses on fire prevention, detector placement, and the PASS method, accommodating up to 20 participants.
  5. The Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety seminar, presented by the Covington Police Department, is youth-focused, educating about traffic safety, safety equipment, and road rules for accident prevention.

Read also:

    Related

    Latest