239 West Main St; Richmond, KY 40475 | (859) 623-1000

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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Richmond KY is rich in history, vibrant in culture, centrally located and the fastest growing city in Kentucky.

City Commission Agendas
Meeting Agendas will be posted prior to the meeting and Minutes of previous meetings will be posted after they have been approved and voted on by the Commission.
City Commission Videos
The Board of Commissioners meets every Second and Fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm in the Commission Chambers. These meetings will be aired live on Channel 12 when possible.
Parks & Recreation
The Parks and Recreation Department strives to be an active department that engages the community, promotes wellness and offers recreational activities for everyone.
Codes Enforcement
The Codes Enforcement Department’s mission is to enforce the adopted codes regarding our structures in order to provide for the health, safety and welfare of the residents of the City of Richmond.

City of Richmond Departments and Services

City Government

Meet our Mayor, City Manager and Commissioners. See City Commission agendas, videos, city ordinances and public information.

Code Enforcement

The Code Enforcement Department’s mission is to enforce the adopted codes regarding the construction and maintenance of buildings.

Finance

The Finance dept. maintains general accounting records, billing and collection of Property Taxes, Fees & Permits.

Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Department helps shape Richmond’s future and fosters sustainable growth for tomorrow.

Fire Department

The Richmond Fire department, serving Richmond KY, is a career fire department of 63 firefighters covering 24 square miles with 4 stations.

Police Department

The Richmond Police Department is a full service police agency and is proud to serve the citizens of Richmond, Kentucky.

Richmond Tourism

The Richmond Tourism staff can suggest, guide, explain, advise & recommend local area attractions, or simply offer a smiling face.

Parks & Recreation

P&R seeks to provide a high level and wide variety of recreational opportunities to all people of all ages and stages of life.

Public Works Department

Their Mission is to keep the streets and public areas in the City of Richmond in good repair and clean for our citizens.

Richmond Recycling Plant

Three recycling programs, curbside pickup for residents /businesses, cardboard pickup & 24 hour drop off.

Richmond Utilities

Richmond Utilities provides Water, Gas and Sanitary Sewer services to Richmond and surrounding areas. Located on 300 Hallie Irvine Street.

Safety & Risk Managment

To coordinate a holistic approach and fosters a culture that values employee and community health & safety.

About Richmond KY

Richmond is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Madison County, Kentucky, United States. It is named after Richmond, Virginia, and is the home of Eastern Kentucky University. The population was 33,533 in 2015.

Richmond is the third-largest city in the Bluegrass region (after Louisville and Lexington) and the state’s sixth-largest city.
The City of Richmond was founded in 1798 by Colonel John Miller from Virginia, a British American who had served with the rebels in the Revolutionary War.
On August 30, 1862, during the Civil War, the Union and Confederate Armies clashed in the Battle of Richmond.
Richmond operates under a council–manager government. The citizens elect a mayor and four city commissioners who form the Board of Commissioners. The Board of Commissioners is the legislative body of the city government and represents the interests of the citizens when applicable. The Board of Commissioners appoints a city manager, who administers the day-to-day operations of the city.

FAQs

How do I submit a Codes Enforcement complaint?

Please visit this page:  Codes Enforcement Complaint Form. Please fill out form completed and hit send.  A member of our staff will contact you within 5-7 business days.

How do I obtain a copy of Police Reports including Accident Reports?

How can I obtain a copy of a report?

The Police Record’s Unit does not fax or email copies of any police reports, including Accident Reports. There is a .10 cent charge for copies of each page of reports.

An authorized person may obtain a copy of their report (OPEN RECORDS REQUEST OR ACCIDENT REPORT) from the Richmond Police Department – Police Records Unit by various methods:  In person, Online and U.S. Mail.

In Person

You may obtain a copy of your reports (OPEN RECORDS REQUEST OR ACCIDENT REPORT) by visiting the Richmond Police Department (1721 Lexington Road) between the hours of 7:00 am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday (closed on Weekends and Holidays).

Online

Open Records may be obtained at the two links below:

Your Open Records Request should include the following:

  • Report number
  • Your name and address
  • Your phone or contact information
  • Date of incident
  • Location of incident
  • Description of incident
  • Copy of driver’s license

Accident Reports Online
Citizens may also receive a copy of their accident report by visiting the following website: https://www.buycrash.com/

Accident Reports guidelines are as follows:
Persons authorized to receive copies of an accident collision report per Kentucky Revised Statue 189.635 include:

  • Involved Person
  • Parents of Involved Juveniles (A birth certificate if required and ID of parent)
  • Insurance Companies of Involved Persons
  • Authorized Legal Representation of Involved Party with Written Authorization

Mail

You may also mail a request to the Richmond Police Department at:  1721 Lexington Road, Richmond, KY 40475

Your request should include the following:

  • Report number
  • Your name and address
  • Your phone or contact information
  • Date of incident
  • Location of incident
  • Description of incident
  • A self-addressed and stamped envelope
  • Fee payment
  • A copy of your driver’s license

There is a $1.00 fee to obtain a copy via US mail.  Please allow 5-8 working days after occurrence.

How do I obtain a criminal background check?

Records checks may be obtained through the Administrative Office of the Courts in Frankfort, KY. For more information call 1-800-928-6381.

How do I apply for Charitable Grant Donations?

Please print this form:  Application form for charitable donations

Fill out and submit:

  • Fax to 859.623.7618 or M
  • Mail to:  P.O. Box 250; Richmond, KY 40476
  • Drop off:  239 West Main Street, Richmond KY

How do I apply for a Roadblock permit?

Please print this form:  Blank permit for roadblocks 2017

Fill out and submit:

  • Fax to 859.623.7618 or M
  • Mail to:  P.O. Box 250; Richmond, KY 40476
  • Drop off:  239 West Main Street, Richmond KY

How do I contact the Section 8 Housing Department?

For questions or concerns regarding Section 8 Housing, please call (859) 353-5501.

How do I contact various City of Richmond Departments?

Here are the phone numbers you can call during normal business hours for each department:

  • Parks and Rec – 859-623-8753
  • Public Works – 859-625-6435
  • Tourism – 859-626-8474
  • Recycling – 859-625-0202
  • Fire Department – 859-623-1164
  • Police Department – 859-623-1162
  • Section 8 Housing – 859-353-5501
  • RIDC – 859-623-1000
  • Community Development – 859-623-1000
  • Planning & Zoning – 859-623-1000
  • Code Enforcement – 859-623-1000