WELCOME
to Florence, my hometown! As the Mayor of the second
largest city in Northern Kentucky and one of the
fastest-growing communities in the state, I am proud of
all we have to offer our residents! Florence is located
just 12 miles south of downtown Cincinnati, is within
600 miles of 60% of the U.S. population, 58% of the
country’s manufacturing firms and 59% of the nation’s
purchasing power, making it the IDEAL location!
As a residential community we have much to offer to our
citizens. We can partake of the fast-paced excitement
offered by our big city neighbor, while enjoying the
relaxed lifestyle of the Kentucky countryside. City
services including water and sewer, street lighting,
snow removal and fully staffed police and Fire/EMS
departments are there to make your home safe and
comfortable, or your visits relaxed.
Florence offers numerous recreational opportunities from
a game of golf at the City-owned World of Sports, an 18
hole executive par-3 golf course on a 65-acre complex in
the heart of Florence, to thoroughbred racing at Turfway
Park, one of the finest racetracks in the Commonwealth.
In the summer of 2003 our Family Aquatic Center – a
state-of-the-art, modern “swimming pool” opened. The
Aquatic Center is located at 8200 Ewing Boulevard and
features a “zero-depth” entry, spray features, two water
slides and a lazy river as well as a traditional
competition pool, with a concession stand, bathhouse and
sunbathing area. Beginning in 2004 Florence Parks &
Recreation Department will be forming a swim team to
participate in the Northern Kentucky Swim League.
In addition to the Aquatic Center in 2003 we also opened
the new Florence/Boone County Skate Park, located at
8000 Ewing Boulevard. The park contains sections for the
beginner, intermediate and advanced patron.
Skateboarders, in-line skaters, and BMX bicyclists have
the opportunity to skate and roll. Two shelters,
spectator seating, vending machines, restroom and
parking are available. The park provided jointly by the
City of Florence and Boone County, is open from dawn to
dusk and is free to the public.
The Florence Nature Park is 15 acres of trees and green
space and features the “Gathering House”, a perfect spot
for small informal meetings, parties, and even weddings.
Several new parks are under development and we are
committed to preserving green space for future park and
recreational activities.
The 133-store Florence Mall is the hub that makes us a
major regional retail center, providing for a wide
variety of shopping opportunities. The restaurant and
hotel industries are flourishing as well. Florence has
easy access to health care including a major hospital
and urgent care facility. One of our “next door
neighbors” is the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky
International Airport, which services more than 22
million passengers a year and has been ranked as the #1
U.S. gateway.
As I said, I am proud of all that Florence has to offer
and invite you to find out for yourself why we say,
“Florence, a GREAT place to live, work and play!!”
