Representative Martha Jane King (D-Lewisburg) was honored with a “Friend of Kentucky Cities” award on Wednesday afternoon in Frankfort. The “Friend of Kentucky Cities” award is given by the Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) to legislators who perform outstanding work in the legislature advocating for issues that impact cities across the state.
“I am honored to receive this award from KLC, one of the hardest working organizations in the commonwealth,” said King. “My efforts to pass 911 funding legislation were greatly enhanced by KLC’s support and leadership, and I look forward to teaming with them on this and other issues promoting Kentucky cities in the future.”
“Rep. King worked closely with KLC and several emergency responder groups last session to champion a bill to address the 911 funding shortfall facing local governments,” said J.D. Chaney, KLC deputy executive director. “This was a top priority for KLC during the 2014 legislative session. Her diligence and hard work in pursuit of adequately funding 911 emergency services makes her very deserving of this award.”
Jonathan Steiner, executive director/CEO of the Kentucky League of Cities, also commended Representative King. “We appreciate the relationship we have with Rep. King,” said Steiner. “She sought to address a very tough policy issue that impacts all Kentucky cities, and we appreciate her support.”
Founded in 1927, the Kentucky League of Cities is a membership association of more than 365 cities across the commonwealth. KLC has offices in Lexington and Frankfort and provides cities, leaders and employees with a number of services, including legislative advocacy, legal services, financial services, community consulting, policy development, research, training and education, and more.
In the photo, KLC Governmental Affairs Communications Manager Tyler Campbell presents Rep. Martha Jane King (D-Lewisburg) signifying her being honored as a “Friend of Kentucky Cities” for her sponsorship of legislation to address the 911 funding shortfall for local governments.