Revive Russell Community

Revive Russell Community An organization that is striving to Revive their community by trying to initiate the legalization of alcohol sales in Russell County.

After the election, this organization will not end. We will continue to find ways to make our beloved community thrive!

5 years ago today we voted to end prohibition in Russell county. This has brought much needed revenue to our local gover...
01/20/2021

5 years ago today we voted to end prohibition in Russell county. This has brought much needed revenue to our local government's and community, that was going to our neighboring countries. With Tourism being our biggest industry, it made no sense to remain in prohibition. More importantly, the 21st amendment of the constitution of the United States (freedom of choice) was not recognized by our county. With progressive leadership and forward thinking, we will see that what we did on Jan 19th 2016 will make a huge impact on our community.

GO VOTE! Tomorrow is a very important election for the future of Russell Co. All the local races are of importance, but ...
11/05/2018

GO VOTE! Tomorrow is a very important election for the future of Russell Co. All the local races are of importance, but the County Judge Executive, Magistrates, Mayors and city council races are critical in the direction our community takes in the next 4 years and beyond. We would ask that you vote for the candidates that will be willing to move our county forward, be progressive and be willing to leave their personal beliefs at the door to make decisions that are in the best interest of all the people.
The only voice most of us have in the way things are done is to VOTE. It's our right and privilege as an American.
PLEASE GO VOTE!

ATTENTION: Come listen to some fantastic gospel music and help us raise money for God's Food Pantry. Every penny of the ...
10/11/2018

ATTENTION: Come listen to some fantastic gospel music and help us raise money for God's Food Pantry. Every penny of the donations go to help feed people in need in our community. Thank you for your support.

05/22/2018

We really want everybody to vote tomorrow. If you need a ride... just call us at 270 866 1511.. we will find you a ride...GO VOTE!

05/21/2018

The May 22nd Primary is right around the corner. This is a very important election for the future of Russell County. Your vote is also very important and is your way of being heard.

This election will narrow the candidates down to one Democrat and one Republican for each position on the ballot. This coming November the general election will determine the ultimate winners for each position.

We need to continue to move Russell County forward including attracting new businesses, attracting more tourists to beautiful Lake Cumberland, continuing the work ready community initiative and dealing with the drug problem head on, to name a few goals.

We encourage you to think carefully when making your decision on who to vote for in this very important Primary election. Ask your candidates their thoughts on growth in Russell County. Be informed of their intentions before you cast your ballot.

While Revive Russell is not endorsing any particular candidate, we believe that progress in Russell County needs to continue at a steady pace. Evaluate your choices. Ask a lot of questions. Keep pushing for progress. Most importantly, go VOTE on May 22nd. The polls are open from 6:00am to 6:00pm.

ATTENTION: Revive Russell would like to announce our "GET OUT AND VOTE CHALLENGE". We are giving away 2 two day pass tic...
05/18/2018

ATTENTION: Revive Russell would like to announce our "GET OUT AND VOTE CHALLENGE". We are giving away 2 two day pass tickets to The Master Musicians Festeval in Somerset on July 13th and 14th featuring John Prine. All you have to do is "GO VOTE" on May 22nd, then take a selfie with your "I VOTED" sticker at the place you voted. Then post your pic, along with your name and how you would like to be contacted (private msg or phone) to the comments on this post. We will have a random drawing on Thursday the 24th and announce the winner on our page. We will also draw 5 more names for free T-shirts. We need at least 100 participants before we will give away the grand prize. This is for Russell Co. voters only. It's very important that we all get out and vote, especially our young voters. If you want more progressive leadership and a better quality of life in our community, you have to let your voices be know by voting. Like you did when we ended prohibition in Russell county in Jan. of 2016. Please share and tag your friends. Call, txt or talk to them. Tell them to go vote, tell them to enter the challenge and they may win free ticket to 2 days of great music.
P.S. I will personally be delivering the grand prize in my classic corvette convertible and will take the winner for a ride. If they so choose.
Greg Shaw, Chairman of Revive Russell

GO VOTE!! Time is short and your future is at hand! The May 22nd primary election is just days away and some very import...
05/11/2018

GO VOTE!! Time is short and your future is at hand! The May 22nd primary election is just days away and some very important races will be decided in the primary. Especially on the Republican side of the ticket. Magistrates in Districts 1, 2, 4 and 5 will be decided, along with an important candidate selection for County Judge Executive. These are the people that will shape the future of our county for the next 4 years and beyond.. It's extremely important that we all get out and vote. But especially our young people. The young people of Russell Co. came out in large numbers to vote to end Prohibition in January of 2016. it's just as important that you get out and vote for more progressive leadership now. PLEASE! msg, tweet, txt, or call all your friends. Tell them to GO VOTE! We would like to challenge you to take at least one friend or family member with you.to vote. We encourage you to comment on this post, if you have any questions or comments about the election. Please Share and Tag this to your friends. THE FUTURE IS IN YOUR HANDS!!

04/11/2018

With the primary elections just a few weeks away and being that some very important county offices will be decided during the primary. We feel it's very important that voters ask the right questions to these candidates as they ask for your vote. These are the people that will make the decisions that will effect our counties future for the next four years and beyond. Especially the Magistrates.
We have compiled a list of a few questions we feel are important to ask. Feel free to comment any question you feel is important to ask these candidates that will impact our communities future.

1) Why are you running for office & what qualities or expertise/ experience to you bring?
2) What are your top priorities to help move our county in the right direction?
3) Will you vote against what your constituents wanted because of your personal beliefs or will you abstain your vote, or will you voice your opinion on the issue, yet vote with the majority of what the constituents wanted?
4) Are you pro growth or do you like the town the way it is?
5) Are you willing to work with people of different ideologies than yours and across party lines?

03/12/2018

DID YOU KNOW! That of all the elected officials in our county. The magistrates have the most influence on taxes, ordinances and just about any policy that effects our county. It's very important that we elect people that have the fiscal well being of our county at interest.

What are the duties of the Fiscal Court Magistrates?

The Russell County fiscal court, made up of 5 elected Magistrates, has the authority to enact ordinances, issue regulations, levy taxes, issue bonds, appropriate funds, and employ personnel in the performance of the following public functions:
• Control of animals, and abatement of public nuisances
• Regulation of public gatherings
• Public sanitation and vector control
• Provision of hospitals, ambulance service, programs for the health and welfare of the aging and juveniles, and other public health facilities and services
• Provision of corrections facilities and services, and programs for the confinement, care, and rehabilitation of juvenile law offenders
• Provision of parks, nature preserves, swimming pools, recreation areas, libraries, museums, and other recreational and cultural facilities and programs
• Provision of cemeteries and memorials
• Conservation, preservation, and enhancement of natural resources including soils, water, air, vegetation, and wildlife
• Control of floods
• Facilitating the construction and purchase of new and existing housing; causing the repair or demolition of structures that present a hazard to public health, safety, or morals or are otherwise inimical to the welfare of residents of the county; causing the redevelopment of housing and related commercial, industrial, and service facilities in urban or rural areas; providing education and counseling services and technical assistance to present and future residents of publicly assisted housing
• Planning, zoning, and subdivision control under KRS Chapter 100
• Adoption, by reference or in full, of technical codes governing new construction, renovation, or maintenance of structures intended for human occupancy
• Regulation of commerce for the protection and convenience of the public
• Regulation of the sale of alcoholic beverages under KRS Chapters 241 through 244
• Exclusive management of solid wastes by ordinance or contract or by both and disposition of abandoned vehicles
• Provision of public buildings, including armories, necessary for the effective delivery of public services
• Cooperation with other units of government and private agencies for the provision of public services, including but not limited to training, educational services, and cooperative extension service programs
• Provision of water and sewage and garbage disposal service (but not gas or electricity) including management of onsite sewage disposal systems
• Licensing or franchising of cable television
• Provision of streets and roads, bridges, tunnels and related facilities, elimination of grade crossings, provision of parking facilities, and enforcement of traffic and parking regulations
• Provision of police and fire protection
• Regulation of taxis, buses, and other passenger vehicles for hire
• Provision and operation of air, rail, and bus terminals; port facilities; and public transportation systems
• Promotion of economic development of the county, directly or in cooperation with public or private agencies, including the provision of access roads, land, and buildings, and promotion of tourism and conventions
• Preservation of historic structures (this power may be exercised only with the voluntary written consent of the owner of the structure)
• Regulation of establishments or commercial enterprises offering adult entertainment and adult entertainment activities

03/02/2018

Being that 2018 is an election year for ALL the offices in Russell Co.that make the decisions that effect our cities and county. We felt that if people understood what the job description of each these offices were, they could make a more educated decision when they went to the polls. We are starting at the top. The county Judge Executive. What is a Judge Executive?

The term “judge-executive” is one of the more confusing in public service. In spite of being called "judge", after a reorganization passed in 1975 in Kentucky, judge-executives no longer have any judicial responsibilities. In other states, this position is most often known as the “county executive.”

The judge-executive is the elected CEO of the county. As such, he or she is responsible for running the executive branch of the county, including overseeing day-to-day operations and managing its departments and personnel. The judge-executive also has a vote as a member of the Fiscal Court—the county’s legislative arm. Our County Fiscal Court has six members—the judge-executive and five elected magistrates. They are responsible for handling the budget and passing ordinances. Many of the judge-executive's powers require the Fiscal Court’s approval (through a majority vote). The County Judge Executive, along with the approval of the fiscal court, also appoints members to several county boards that play a vital role in the county's economic development, tourism, health and well being of it's citizens.

Ideally, the judge-executive job has another critical component—serving as the county’s ambassador to the rest of the world. In this role, he or she establishes and maintains relationships with other agencies and governments. The judge-executive can and should partner with other elected officials and community leaders to influence state and federal legislation and budget decisions that affect the county. These relationships are crucial, given that available state and federal funds far exceed what counties have to spend.

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Russell Springs, KY
42642

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Monday 9am - 11am
Tuesday 9am - 11am
Wednesday 9am - 11am
Thursday 9am - 11am
Friday 9am - 11am
Saturday 9am - 11am
Sunday 9am - 12pm

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+12708661511

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