J.D. Chaney

Today, I was honored to meet with Benton Mayor Rita Dotson, President of the @KyLeagueCities, to accept the 2025 Key to Kentucky Cities award. We discussed pressing issues facing local governments and municipalities across the Commonwealth.

The Kentucky League of Cities presented @SenMcConnell with the Key to Kentucky Cities award this week in Washington, D.C. KLC Executive Director/CEO J.D. Chaney and KLC President Mayor Rita Dotson made the presentation in recognition of his longstanding commitment to Kentucky’s cities. The Key to Kentucky Cities is the most significant award KLC presents to lawmakers. It is reserved for those who have demonstrated exceptional support for city governments and the people they serve. Throughout his career, Senator McConnell has played a pivotal role in securing disaster relief, expanding broadband access, improving water and wastewater infrastructure, and advocating for federal resources that help city leaders meet the needs of their communities. KLC is grateful for Senator McConnell’s partnership and continued leadership on behalf of Kentucky cities.

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What a phenomenal presentation! Thank you @CoachAWHamilton for being part of our conference and sharing your story and your leadership insights. You inspired and motivated those that serve Kentucky’s hometowns to keep our Commonwealth moving forward!

Was an incredible experience speaking to all the Mayors from across the state of Kentucky at the KLC Convention. Special thanks to ⁦@JDChaneyKLC⁩

Tune in Sunday at 11:30 a.m. to @WKYT as @JDChaneyKLC joins @kynewsmakers to talk about pressing city issues. #IStandUpForCities

KLC welcomed new leadership last night. Auburn Mayor @MikeHug67879130 took office as the League's new president. Benton Mayor Rita Dotson is the 1st VP, and Beaver Dam Mayor Paul Sandefur will serve as 2nd VP. We're excited to work with them in the coming year! #IStandUpForCities

Congrats to MCHS student of the week Adaleen Chaney! She was nominated by Riley Harris for being kind and helping others better understand the content! Congrats and Roll Tribe Everyday!

City leaders from @CityofBereaKY, @etownkygov, Shelbyville, & @CityofSomerset testified at the Task Force on Local Gov Annexations, highlighting success stories. @Kyrepmeredith warned any drastic change could mean “a large tax increase” for citizens. klccitylimit.com/news/2023/08/c…

Thanks JCLC Pres/Plantation Mayor Becky Peak, Saint Matthews Mayor/KLC Bd Member Rick Tonini & Douglass Hills Mayor/KLC Exec Bd Member Bonnie Jung for recognizing KLC & @JDChaneyKLC for the League's work in the 2023 session. We're happy to step up to the plate & represent cities!

.@BryannaCarroll & @JDChaneyKLC were proud to present @KyWhitney with a 2022 "Friend of Ky Cities" award for his work in the 2022 Regular Session. Sen. Westerfield sponsored SB 176, a KLC initiative that helps cities contemplating using facial recognition technology.

Congrats @MikeNemes38 on being a 2022 "Friend of Ky Cities." @BryannaCarroll & @JDChaneyKLC presented the award. Sen Nemes sponsored SB209 to help cities retain experienced employees & included language in SB124 that gives cities more authority to protect city streets. Thank You!

The KLC Bd of Dir named @freeland4ky a "Friend of Ky Cities" for supporting legislation that helps city officials govern at the local level. He also carried SB112 in the House, ensuring its final passage. @BryannaCarroll & @JDChaneyKLC presented the award. Thanks for the support!

Thanks @damon_thayer for being a friend of cities! @JDChaneyKLC & @BryannaCarroll presented Thayer a 2022 "Friend of Ky Cities" award. The KLC Bd of Dir voted to recognize Leader Thayer for helping secure the passage of measures important to cities in the 2022 Regular Session.

Congrats, @brayforky! @BryannaCarroll & @JDChaneyKLC presented Rep. Bray with a "Friend of Ky Cities" award for his work in the 2022 session. He carried SB106 to final passage in the House to ensure inactive cities don't collect fees or factor into state & federal funding.

Thanks @SteveWestKY for supporting cities! He sponsored SB152 in the 2022 Regular Session, a KLC initiative to help local govs transfer solid waste collection to a private company. @JDChaneyKLC, the Flemingsburg council & city officials recognized West as a "Friend of Ky Cities."

Congrats Rep Myron Dossett on being a 2022 "Friend of Ky Cities." @JDChaneyKLC, Pembroke Mayor Judy Peterson, the city commission & supporters from his district presented Rep Dossett the award. Thanks for supporting cities & carrying SB 124 during the 2022 session!

Congrats @BrandonReed4KY on being a 2022 "Friend of Ky Cities." @JDChaneyKLC, Horse Cave Mayor Randall Curry, & @BryannaCarroll presented the award for championing issues important to cities. He also worked to increase local road funding. We appreciate your support!

Thanks @RobbyMillsforKY for being a "Friend of Ky Cities!" @TBTOE Mayor Kevin Cotton, @BryannaCarroll & @JDChaneyKLC presented the award. As State & Local Gov chair, Sen Mills ensured KLC initiatives had a hearing & sponsored SB106 to remove inactive cities from state records.