The City of Covington has a number of boards and commissions on which city residents serve. Under Kentucky law, the Mayor appoints the members of these boards and commissions, subject to the approval of the City Commission. The various city boards and commissions, along with those citizens who serve on them, can be seen below.

Interested in joining a board? Click here to apply online or fill out this application. Once completed, the form will be submitted for review and approval processing. If you have any questions, please contact boardapplication@covingtonky.gov.

Housing Authority of Covington

Current Members Appointing Resolution Expiration of Term
Mayor Joseph U. Meyer - Chair*    
Brandon Mims O/R-27-19 4/30/2022
Bradie Bowen O/R-180-18 1/31/2023
Thomas Haggard O/R-52-21 3/13/2024
Jennifer Holt - Vice Chair O/R-312-17 10/31/2021

*ex-officio


Contact: Steve Arlinghaus - sarlinghaus@hacov.org- (859) 292-2145

  • Each person shall be at least 25 years of age and a resident of the City for at least one year preceding the appointment.
  • No officer or employee of the City is eligible.
  • No more than two appointees shall be affiliated with the same political party
  • The Mayor serves as an ex-officio. 

MISSION

  • The Housing Authority of Covington will do this by ensuring that its housing and community development staff have the leadership skills, education, information and tools to serve the community in a rapidly changing environment. They will be challenged to look beyond conventional programs and embrace both new opportunities and new partners.
  • The Housing Authority of Covington will foster the highest standards of ethical conduct, service and accountability.  Ethics will be at the core of the HAC decision making process.  Decisions by leadership will take into account and reflect a concern for the interests and well-being of all stakeholders.
  • The Housing Authority of Covington will adhere to and promote excellence in design, construction and management, demonstrating that quality, affordable homeownership and rental homes are achievable.
  • Emphasis will be placed on energy efficient, accessible, healthy and ecologically friendly homes with appropriate amenities.  Neighborhood cohesion will be fostered through multi-use developments comprised of retail, office and residential units.  Shopping will be available locally with retail establishments that serve both the local neighborhood and the larger community.  Community accessibility will be the result of well-planned sidewalks, bike paths, green spaces and convenient, affordable public transportation.
  • The Housing Authority of Covington will reach out to others who share a concern for the future of our residents.  A forceful and continuous effort of political engagement, community organizing and advocacy will be needed to affect public policy and spending priorities.  We will increase public awareness of our goals and the Housing 

MEETINGS

  • 4:30 p.m.
  • The Housing Authority of Covington - 2300 Madison Ave. Covington, KY 41011
  • MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO PUBLIC 
    • January 20, 2021 
    • February 17, 2021
    • March 24,2021
    • April 21, 2021
    • May 19, 2021
    • June 16, 2021
    • July 21, 2021 (This Meeting was cancelled/No Quorum)
    • August 18, 2021
    • September 15, 2021
    • October 20, 2021
    • November 17, 2021
    • December 15, 2021

MATERIAL

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Opportunities to Serve Your Community!

The City of Covington has a number of Boards and Commissions on which Covington residents may serve. The City is currently accepting letters of interest from citizens who are interested in serving on one of these Boards or Commissions. A resume is required in addition to the letter of interest so that a person's qualifications may be evaluated as some Boards and Commissions require specialized training or knowledge.

The members of these Boards and Commissions are appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Commission. Each Board or Commission has its own set of regulations, operating procedures, and meeting schedules, and most have been established by an Order/Resolution approved by the Mayor and Commission. In addition, some of the Board or Commission positions include a stipend, while others include no compensation.

If you are interested in becoming a member of one of these Boards or Commissions, please send your letter of interest, along with a resume, to:

City of Covington
ATTN: Mayor and City Commissioners
20 West Pike Street
Covington, KY 41011

If you have any questions, please feel free to call 859-292-2127 or 859-292-2160.