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Residents

    • For NewcomersExplore Kentucky's rich agricultural background; go hunting or fishing in our beautiful parks; help manage our resources and protect our environment.
    • For Current ResidentsFind out information about auto registration, driver licensing, consumer information, public safety and other services and resources for citizens residing in Kentucky.
    • For SeniorsInformation, services, and resources for seniors of the Commonwealth.
    • For VeteransInformation, services and resources for vererans of the Commonwealth.

    For Current Residents 

    Find out information about auto registration, driver licensing, consumer information, public safety and other services and resources for citizens residing in Kentucky.

     

    Maps, Geography, and GIS

    • Division of Construction
      The purpose of this page is to facilitate communication between industry, state agencies, organizations and individuals by providing online data relating to construction in the Commonwealth.
    • Hunting and Fishing Sites
      This online map provides information about hunting and fishing access sites in Kentucky. Gives details and directions for each site.
    • Hydrology of Kentucky
      This online map, developed in cooperation with the U.S. Geological Survey, contains numerous themes relating to Kentucky's hydrology, including NHD stream drainages, karst-related features, gauging stations, wells and springs, dams, soils and geology. A query tool for calculating the drainage area of a stream is provided.
       
    • Kentucky Basemap
      Kentucky's Base Map in an ArcIMS image service. This single service exhibits nearly two decades of collective GIS efforts in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Many agencies have pooled talent and resources to create and distribute these critical base GIS layers.
    • Kentucky Incorporated Cities (WRIS)
      Use this page to gain quick access to the Kentucky Incorporated Cities Mapping Portal
    • Kentucky Mine Mapping Information System
      This web site was developed by a collaboration of Commonwealth and Federal agencies to provide online access to maps showing locations of coal mines in Kentucky.
       
    • Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Active Six Year Plan Projects
      This map shows active highway projects in Kentucky. The identify tool provides summary information about the projects and a contact email address for more information.
       
    • Kentucky Transportation Cabinet HIS Interactive Planning Map
      This site provides a variety of infrastructure layers, primarily related to transportation. Route logs for roads can be accessed with the identy tool. A link to the Land Use Planning service is provided.
       
    • Kentucky's Geographic Explorer
      This site is a 'one-stop-shop' for geographic data resources related to the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
    • Kentucky's Hunting & Fishing Sites
      Interactive Hunting & Fishing Sites locator tool.
    • Kentucky's Incorporated Cities
      Interactive map of incorporated cities in Kentucky.
    • KY GAP Public Lands
      This GAP data layer was created for use with the Kentucky Gap Analysis Project in compliance with the National GAP efforts. The GAP GIS coverage/layer represents four categories of land management information. The layer provides a management status level, owner, and manager code for all lands throughout the state. This data layer was used during overlay anlaysis with the land cover and vertebrate models to assess the likelihood of future threats to biotic community elements.
    • KY Proposed Water and Sewer Infrastructure Projects
      This image service and the associated HTML Viewer application allow for access to information regarding proposed water infrastructure improvements in the Commonwealth.
       
    • Legislative Process
      Learn about the Legislative Branch of Kentucky government.
    • Office of Geographic Information - Geospatial Data
      This site is a 'one-stop-shop' for geographic data resources related to the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
    • School Districts
      Visit the web sites of many of Kentucky's school districts.
    • School Districts
      This map shows all of Kentucky's 176 public school districts. Of the 176 districts, 56 are independent districts, meaning they are run by local municipalities.
    • Surface Mining Viewer
      Shows locations of existing and proposed surface mine permits and mine shafts. Some attribute information provided by identity function.
    • Teacher Scholarship Application
      Click her to find more information on the KHEAA Teacher Scholarship Program.
    • Transportation Maps
      Access the Division of Planning's map page.
    • Travel, Traffic, Roadmap, and Weather Information
      View road conditions and travel information by region in Kentucky.
    • U.S. Geological Survey National Map Viewer
      The National Map provides public access to high-quality, geospatial data and information from multiple partners to help support decisionmaking by resource managers and the public. The National Map is the product of a consortium of Federal, State, and local partners including Kentucky.
    • Water Management Planning
      This map shows features related to public water supply systems, including wells, springs, dams, USGS guaging stations, surface water sources, water service areas and proposed water supply projects.
    • Water Resource Information System
      The datasets accessible from this page are base layers utilized by the WRIS, the Area Development Districts, as well as other State and Local Agencies.
    • Webster County PVA
      This ArcIMS Image service and the associated HTML viewer provide access to the Webster County PVA parcel dataset and other thematic layers for Webster County Kentucky.

    Conservation, Nature, and the Environment

    Minority Resources

    Public Safety

    • Alcohol and Beverage Control
      The ABC is responsible for issuing alcoholic beverage licenses and enforcing regulations pertaining to the alcoholic beverage industry. In addition, the agency is responsible for enforcing Kentucky's teen access tobacco laws.
    • Amber Alert
      The AMBER Alert message encourages the public to look for the missing child or suspect. You become the ears and eyes of local law enforcement.
    • Ashland Police Department
      Get information from the Ashland City Police.
    • Boone County Emergency Management
      Boone County Emergency Management is the agency responsible for implementing a comprehensive emergency management program at the local level for Boone County.
       
    • Buckle Up Program
      Increasing seat belt use is the single most effective thing we can do to save lives and reduce injuries on Kentucky roads.
    • Check Weather Conditions
      Check your local weather conditions and view weather related news stories.
    • Child Abuse and Domestic Violence Services
      Access the Governor's Office of Child Abuse and Domestic Violence Services.
    • Child Care Provider Licensing
      Guidelines on child care licensing and training, and information on filing a complaint.
    • CIA Kids Page
      CIA page for kids includes history of the agency, facts and games
    • Citizen Preparedness : FEMA Guide
      FEMA Guide
    • Cold Cases
      On this page, the Kentucky State Police features unsolved cases.  If you or anyone you know has information in regards to these cases, we request that you immediately contact us at 1-800-222-5555.
    • Columbia Police Department
      This web page is designed to inform the community of the services provided by the Columbia Police Department.
    • Commercial Mobile Radio Services
      The CMRS Board is charged with administrating the CMRS fund for the purpose of implementing wireless emergency 911 service through out Kentucky in accordance with State and Federal Legislation and Regulation.
       
       
    • Commonwealth Office of Technology
      Our goal is to make state government more streamlined, efficient and accessible and it is the key element in electronic government.
    • Corrections Department Facts and Figures
      Access inmate counts and profile information.
    • Crime in Kentucky Annual Reports
      The Kentucky State Police make available a number of different annual reports dealing with criminal and traffic information within the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
       
       
    • Crime Victims Compensation Board
      The Crime Victims Compensation Board operates under the authority of KRS Chapter 346 and Title 107 of KAR and determines eligibility and amount of reimbursement to innocent, needy crime victims.
    • Crime/Traffic Statistics and Publications
      The Kentucky State Police make available a number of different annual reports dealing with criminal and traffic information within the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
       
       
    • Criminal Justice Training
      The Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) is a nationally ranked public safety and law enforcement agency that provides law enforcement officers in Kentucky with state-of-the-art training. It is one of four departments in the Kentucky Justice Cabinet.
    • Crisis Response Board
      The team's primary purpose is to lessen the impact of crisis and disaster by providing support to communities and emergency responders whose lives are impacted by the effects of trauma.
    • Department of Corrections
      The Kentucky Department of Corrections is made up of two major programs: Adult Institutions and Community Services.
        
       
    • Disaster Help
      This DisasterHelp.Gov website is an initial deployment that will become part of a larger initiative aimed at greatly enhanced Disaster Management on an interagency and intergovernmental basis.
    • Emergency Phone Numbers, Kentucky State Police
      In serving the citizens of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the State Police strive to provide multiple points of contact to ensure they are always easy to reach.
    • Fayette County Sheriff
      The Office of the Fayette County Sheriff is committed to providing a high level of quality service. We seek to serve the citizens of Lexington-Fayette County with integrity, honesty, fairness and pride.
    • FBI for Kids Grade K-5
      Fun activities and information about the FBI for kids in grades Kindergarten to 5th.
    • FBI for Kids Grades 6-12
      Fun activities and information about the FBI for kids in grades 6 to 12.
    • FEMA
      Federal Emergency Management Agency
    • FEMA for Kids
      This site teaches you how to be prepared for disasters and how you can prevent disaster damage.
    • Grant County Sheriff
      It is the mission of the Grant County Sheriffs Department to develop a highly trained, efficient, and professional law enforcement office in order to provide outstanding service to the citizens of Grant County, the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and our Country.
       This site is designed to provide as much information as possible and to provide a communication link between law enforcement and our community.
    • Hazardous Materials
      The Hazardous Materials Section inspects facilities and vehicles which are used for the storage and transportation of hazardous materials; and conducts training courses in handling, storage, and transportation to minimize hazardous material incidents.
    • Homeland Security Frequently Asked Questions
      Find the answers you need to understand the Homeland Security system.
    • Hopkins County Sheriff
      Hopkins County Sheriff's Department is responsible for Hopkins County Court House Security, transportation onf county prisoners, processing civil and criminal documentation, property tax collection, crime-deterrent patrol throughout the county and responding to citizen complaints.
    • Housing, Building and Construction Inspections
      The mission of the Department of Housing is to protect lives and property by utilizing educational, licensing and inspection programs in the administration of codes and standards relating to hazardous materials, fire departments and the construction and maintenance of buildings and structures.
    • Identity Theft Resources
      Identity theft occurs when someone steals your identity by using personal data about you such as your name, social security number, date of birth and financial information.
    • Juvenile Justice
      The Department's vision is to be an organization of well-trained professionals dedicated to the positive development of youth who contribute to safe and caring communities.
    • Juvenile Justice Programs
      Kentucky has been nationally recognized for the continuum of care it provides for delinquent youth and for the emphasis  on treatment and rehabilitation in small facilities rather than large institutions.
    • Kentucky Emergency Management
      DEM staff are going to the maximum effort to bring our training and experience, our equipment and our procedures to a state of readiness appropriate to the new 21st Century.
    • Kentucky Homeland Security
      Stay current with homeland security information.
    • Kentucky Office of Highway Safety
      Drive Smart works with the Kentucky Motorcycle Rider Education Program, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation
       and the ATV Safety Institute to distribute safety information and tips to parents and children.
    • Kentucky State Police
      Since being established in 1948, the Kentucky State Police has defined itself as a professional, detailed and efficient law enforcement agency dedicated to preserving law and order for the protection of its citizens.
       
       
    • Kentucky's Most Wanted
      View information on Kentucky's Most Wanted criminals.
    • KYEM Disaster Assistance
      The Public Assistance Program provides supplemental financial assistance to state, local governments and certain private non-profit organizations for response and recovery activities required as a result of a disaster.
    • KYEM Public Assistance
      Kentucky's Public Assistance Program Mission is to reduce the loss of life and property and to protect Kentucky's infrastructure from all types of hazards.
    • Legislative Process
      Learn about the Legislative Branch of Kentucky government.
    • Local Correctional Facilities
      The Division of Local Facilities is charged with overseeing community-based residential programs for inmates and enforcement of minimum jail standards.
       
       
    • Long Term Health Care Facility Inspection
      The Division of Long Term Care is responsible for inspecting, monitoring, licensing, and certifying all long term care facilities. The Division is also responsible for the investigation of complaints against long term care facilities.
    • Make a Security Plan
      You should plan in advance what you will do in an emergency.
    • Missing Children
      The Kentucky Missing and Exploited Children Unit was organized in 1984 to create a centralized clearinghouse to assist law enforcement agencies to locate and return missing children to their homes.
    • Mitigation
      Involves any action, policy or project which reduces or eliminates the effects of disasters on property and people.
    • Parole Board
      The Kentucky Parole Board conducts hearings within the eligibility requirements established by statute and regulation that consider the question of parole for convicted offenders.
    • Pendleton County Sheriff
      Pendleton County has grown over the last ten years and we have tried to grow with it, however it is a long and slow process.  We feel that the Office of the Pendleton County Sheriff has made tremendous changes over the last several years.  Those changes being the number of sworn deputies that have been employed to better serve the community, the streamlined process of property tax collection, larger office space, hiring the first counites school resource officer the addition of the departments first Canine Unit, and just this year the use of Mobile Data Computers in the police cruisers to allow officers to spend more time on the road instead of being in the office doing reports.
    • Police Corps
      The Police Corps is a national effort to motivate highly qualified young people to serve our cities and counties as police officers on community patrol.
    • Private Investigator
      The purpose of the Board for Private Investigators is to administer and enforce the statutory authority and to monitor the needs of the consuming public.
    • Rockcastle County Sheriff
    • Security Readiness Kit
      When preparing for a possible emergency situation, it's best to think first about the basics of survival: fresh water, food, clean air and warmth.
    • Sex Offender Registry
      The Kentucky State Police is now providing sex/criminal offender registration information to the public through this website. The intent of this site is public safety and awareness.
    • Sex Offender Registry Alert Line and FAQs
      Search the state database for registered sex offenders.
    • Sparky the Fire Dog
      Fire safety, family activities, the story of Sparky the Fire Dog, games and more from the National Fire Protection Association.
    • State Police FAQs
      This page features a number of common frequently asked questions we receive at the Kentucky State Police.
    • State Police Post Locations
      The Kentucky State Police investigates criminal activity across the entire Commonwealth of Kentucky.  We have 16 regional posts located across the state.
    • SunWise
      This web site will help you learn more about the harmful effects of the sun and teach you ways to protect yourself.
    • Teacher Scholarship Application
      Click her to find more information on the KHEAA Teacher Scholarship Program.
    • Todd County Sheriff
    • Traffic Accident Fatality Stats
      Through the Criminal Identification and Records Branch, the Kentucky State Police make available a number of different traffic collision statistical data and facts.
    • U.S. Homeland Security
      The Department of Homeland Security was created with one single overriding responsibility: to make America more secure.
    • Wayne County Emergency Management
      Emergency Management is a coordinated effort, involving local, state, and federal government agencies as well as volunteer organizations and businesses.
    • West Nile Virus - CDC
      Reduce your risk of contracting West Nile Virus; follow activity throughout the country
    • West Nile Virus Information
      Department for Public Health general information about the West Nile Virus.

    Consumer Information

    Housing and Utilities

    • Building Codes Enforcement
      Regulates the Kentucky Building Code as it pertains to the construction of new buildings, and alterations, additions, and changes of occupancy to existing buildings
    • Building Permits by Place and County
      This application provides construction statistics by place and by county on new privately-owned residential housing units authorized by building permits. Data items include number of buildings, units, and construction cost for monthly new privately-owned residential Building Permits.
    • Crisis Response Board
      The team's primary purpose is to lessen the impact of crisis and disaster by providing support to communities and emergency responders whose lives are impacted by the effects of trauma.
    • Division of Energy
      Each of the activities conducted by the Division of Energy is designed to develop and implement programs for the production, conservation, and utilization of energy.
    • Emergency Phone Numbers, Kentucky State Police
      In serving the citizens of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the State Police strive to provide multiple points of contact to ensure they are always easy to reach.
    • Energy Saving Ideas
      Find quick, easy ideas that will help save energy.
    • Energy Watch
      A snapshot of state and national energy issues
    • Fair Housing Laws
      Rights & responsibilities of Property Managers, Owners & Housing Customers Under Kentucky's Civil Rights Act
    • FEMA
      Federal Emergency Management Agency
    • Gas Mileage Tips
      Here are some tips to help you reduce the amount of gas you use.
    • Homeland Security Frequently Asked Questions
      Find the answers you need to understand the Homeland Security system.
    • Kentucky Housing Corporation
      KHC has made homeownership possible for over 52,000 low- and moderate-income Kentucky families. KHC also offers other programs such as rental housing production financing, homeownership education/counseling and a variety of rental assistance, housing rehabilitation and home repair initiatives.
    • Legislative Process
      Learn about the Legislative Branch of Kentucky government.
    • Low Income Energy Assistance Program
      This vital program helps approximately 150,000 Kentucky families pay their utility bills each winter.
    • Motor Vehicle Property Tax Rates
      This page contains information on motor vehicle usage taxes.
    • Online Public Utility Inquiry Form
      Email your concerns to the Public Service Commission.
    • Overdue Taxes?
      A tax bill, called a Notice of Tax Due, is generated when the total amount due for the tax period is not paid.
    • Problems with Utility Service?
      The Public Service Commission can answer your questions about your utility service and help you resolve your utility complaints.
    • Property Tax Rates (PDF)
      This publication reports the 2005 ad valorem property tax rates of the state and local governmental units in Kentucky, including county, city, school and special district levies.
    • Property Valuation Administration (PVA)
      Use this PDF file to locate a PVA by county.
    • Protests and Appeals
      If you receive a notice of tax due or if the Cabinet notifies you that a tax refund or credit has been reduced or denied, you have the right to protest.
    • Public Service Commission
      The Commission's mission is to ensure that every utility receives fair, just and reasonable rates for the services rendered and that their services are adequate, efficient and reasonable
    • Quick Tips on Saving Energy
      Tips on saving energy and money at home from the Department of Energy.
    • Real Property Assessments
      Your home and property on which dwellings reside.
    • Renewable Energy in Kentucky
      Renewable and alternative energy in Kentucky helps prevent pollution and reduces America's dependence on foreign energy sources.
    • Rental Assistance Opportunities
      There are several different rental assistance programs available through KHC. These programs offer very low-income residents an opportunity to find housing at an affordable price.
    • Teacher Scholarship Application
      Click her to find more information on the KHEAA Teacher Scholarship Program.
    • U.S. Homeland Security
      The Department of Homeland Security was created with one single overriding responsibility: to make America more secure.
    • Understanding Home Mortgages
      To help us serve the entire state, we work with a statewide network of lenders who will meet with you to determine your eligibility and help you complete the KHC loan application.
    • Utility Rate Intervention
      The Office of Rate Intervention serves as a watchdog for consumers in matters relating to health insurance, natural gas, water, sewer, electric and telephone rates.
    • Utility Web Sites
      The Public Service Commission provides links to utility Web sites here.
    • Weatherization Assistance Help
      The Weatherization Assistance Program enables low-income families to reduce their energy bills by making their home more energy efficient.  Check here for eligibility and to find the agency near you.

    Public and Other Forms of Transportation

    Motor Vehicles

    Tax Information

    Community Resources

    Citizen Resources
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