Board

Samuel Greenhill | PresidentJames Toebbe | SecretaryTyler Bennett | TreasurerApril Coffee | Community OutreachTory Erpenback | Environmental Expertise

Our Values

Public Land Restoration

  • Park restoration

  • Invasive species removal

  • Native plant installation

  • Soil + floodplain restoration

Habitat Creation in Public Spaces

  • Pollinator gardens

  • Bird habitat

  • Native plant corridors

Environmental Education

  • Workshops tied to real projects

  • Interpretive signage in parks

  • Volunteer training

Community Stewardship

  • Volunteer workdays

  • Park adoption mindset

  • Ongoing maintenance systems

Mission Statement

Latonia Kentucky Conservation restores native ecosystems and revitalizes public green spaces to expand wildlife habitat and support climate-resilient landscapes in Latonia, Kentucky.

Activities Description

Latonia Kentucky Conservation conducts ongoing restoration and improvement of public green spaces within the Latonia neighborhood of Covington, Kentucky. The organization’s primary activities include the removal of invasive plant species, installation of native trees, shrubs, and prairie plantings, and the restoration of soil health using sustainable, low-input methods. These efforts are focused on underutilized and environmentally degraded public lands, including neighborhood parks and green spaces, with the goal of improving ecological function, increasing biodiversity, and expanding accessible natural areas for the public.Restoration activities are carried out on a seasonal and ongoing basis, with major planting and site preparation occurring in the spring and fall, and maintenance activities such as weeding, monitoring, and habitat management occurring throughout the year. These projects are open to public participation and are designed to directly benefit residents of Latonia by improving the quality, safety, and usability of local green spaces.In support of its restoration work, the organization provides environmental education through hands-on workshops, volunteer training sessions, and interpretive signage installed within project sites. Educational topics include native plant identification, composting, soil health, and sustainable land practices. These educational efforts are directly tied to active restoration sites and are intended to increase community knowledge, encourage long-term stewardship, and empower residents to participate in ecological improvement efforts.The organization also engages community members through volunteer workdays, partnerships with local organizations, and collaborative projects that promote shared responsibility for maintaining public green spaces. All programs and activities are offered for the benefit of the general public and are designed to improve environmental conditions, support wildlife habitat, and provide accessible outdoor spaces for education and recreation.

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