Business View Magazine | April 2020

225 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE APRIL 2020 KENTUCKY INNOVATION STARTS IN CITIES By J.D. Chaney, Executive Director/CEO, Kentucky League of Cities A t the Kentucky League of Cities (KLC), we have the fortunate opportunity to serve those who serve at the local level. As we move into a new decade, our commitment to serving cities remains firm, while our organization envisions new ways to help cities succeed. We know that no organization, business, or city can be complacent. Cities are the economic engines of Kentucky. Four of five jobs in the state are located in our cities, and more than half of all Kentucky residents (55%) live in cities. Their success elevates our commonwealth, its businesses, and its future. As a nonprofit member association for nearly 400 Kentucky cities, as well as municipal agencies, we watch in awe as thousands of city officials make real sacrifices to do everything