The City of Danville and the Danville Tree Fund are partnering ,once again, with Kentucky Utilities (KU) through its Plant for the Planet program to plant new trees across the community and continue strengthening Danville’s status as a Tree City USA.

This spring, the partnership will result in 30 new large shade trees planted along sidewalks and in neighborhoods throughout Danville. Kentucky Utilities is contributing $2,500 through its Plant for the Planet matching grant program, helping local fundraising efforts go further and making it possible to plant strong, longer-lasting trees.

Local support is also provided by the Community Foundation of Louisville and its Wilderness Trace Community Foundation, along with Boyle County Extension Services, the Danville Garden Club, and other community partners. The City of Danville expects to begin planting in early Spring and will manage long-term maintenance to ensure the trees thrive.

KU’s Plant for the Planet program, inspired by the United Nations Environment Programme’s global Billion Tree Campaign, supports nonprofits and local governments with matching grants for tree-planting projects that enhance communities while protecting utility infrastructure.

Each year, the City of Danville, and its partners, work to expand the city’s tree canopy, improving walkability, and helping make Danville greener, healthier, and more beautiful for residents and visitors alike. 

Visit www.danvilleky.org/learn to find out more and register

Over the past several weeks, Danville experienced an unusually long and challenging winter weather event, with repeated snowfall, freezing temperatures, and heavy ice. Throughout it all, City of Danville Public Works crews worked daily to keep roads passable and the community safe under difficult conditions.

One of the biggest challenges was severe ice compaction, layers of ice forming over snow. Crews made the careful decision to allow snowfall to buffer streets ahead of incoming ice. This strategy ultimately made plowing safer and more effective.

Roadway and Sidewalk Safety

As snow and ice melt, residents may notice potholes and other road deterioration, including blocked storm drains. Unfortunately, this type of damage is common after harsh winter weather events, heavy plow usage and repeated freeze–thaw cycles. While frustrating, it is largely unavoidable. The City of Danville works diligently to repair City streets as weather conditions allow.

Many sidewalks also remain hazardous and property owners are encouraged to clear sidewalks to their homes and businesses as soon as possible. 

What you can do:

• Drive cautiously and avoid visible hazards when possible
• Report potholes and roadway issues so crews can prioritize repairs
• Clear sidewalks and drains on your property

How to Report Issues

• Call City Hall at 859-238-1200
• Visit www.danvilleky.org and click “Report Issues”
• Download and use the DanvilleKY Mobile App
• For State roads, hazards can be reported to KYTC District 7 at https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictSeven or by calling (859) 246-2355

Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and communication. As cleanup and repairs continue, please remain alert while driving and continue to report issues as you see them.

Due to the extreme cold, the City of Danville Municipal Utilities Department is providing a temporary extension for customers with delinquent accounts by postponing water service cut-offs until weather conditions improve. In the meantime, customers with delinquent accounts are encouraged to take prompt action to avoid service interruption when cut-offs resume.

To avoid processing delays of electronic payment methods, customers are encouraged to deliver payments to City Hall at 445 W Main Street in Danville, when safe travel is an option. Payments can also be made by phone at 866-771-1193, or additional payment methods may be found at www.danvilleky.org/payutilities.

Payments are due on the 10^th each month.  Accounts not paid by this date are considered delinquent and may be subject to disconnection.  

Customers who need assistance with their account may call the Utility Office at 859-238-1200 to discuss available resources or payment plans, where eligible.

As we continue to face colder than normal temperatures, we will continue to monitor water usage and system pressure. Please report discoloration or loss of water pressure to 859-238-1241 and take these steps to protect your pipes: 

• Insulate exposed pipes in basements, crawl spaces, garages, and exterior walls
• Allow faucets to drip slightly during extreme cold
• Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate
• Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses

City of Danville Prepares for Approaching Winter Storm

The forecasted winter storm is expected to produce significant snowfall and freezing temperatures. The City of Danville is actively preparing to protect public safety and maintain essential services and encourages residents to take steps to prepare, as well. 

Public Works

The City of Danville Public Works Department has tuned up snowplows and treatment trucks, inspected equipment, and prepared salt supplies for immediate use. Crews are prepared to begin laying salt ahead of the storm and will continue road treatment operations throughout the event as conditions allow.

Residents are encouraged to:

• Avoid unnecessary travel during heavy snowfall
• Give snowplows and salt trucks plenty of room to operate, including parking off the street when possible
• Use caution on bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads, which freeze first

Danville Police Department

The Danville Police Department is prepared with additional staff to patrol City streets, monitor road conditions and provide assistance for motorists. The department reminds drivers that road conditions can deteriorate quickly during winter storms. Snow and ice greatly reduce traction and visibility, increasing the risk of accidents and stranded vehicles.

Roadway safety tips: 

• Stay off the roads if travel is not essential
• Slow down and increase following distance
• Avoid sudden braking and sharp turns
• Ensure headlights are on during low visibility
• Make sure tires are in good condition
• Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle (blanket, flashlight, water, phone charger, etc.)

Reducing unnecessary travel also helps keep roads clearer for emergency responders and road crews.

City of Danville Fire Department

Cold temperatures during winter storms often lead to an increase in calls related to space heaters and alternative heating sources. The Danville Fire Department urges residents to use extra caution.

Fire safety reminders: 

• Keep space heaters at least three feet away from anything flammable
• Never leave heaters unattended
• Use only heaters with automatic shutoff features
• Ensure smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are working on every level of your home
• Always operate alternate heat sources according to manufacturer instructions.
• Ensure proper ventilation for any fuel-burning heaters.

Carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless but can be deadly. If your alarm sounds or you experience symptoms such as headache, dizziness, or nausea, go outside immediately and call 911.

Utilities

The City of Danville Utility Department is preparing for extreme cold that can affect both household plumbing and city water infrastructure. During significant winter weather events, it is common for the ground to freeze and thaw as temperatures fluctuate, causing the soil to shift which can increase the likelihood of water main breaks throughout the community. The City of Danville regularly monitors water usage and pressure throughout the system but asks residents to report any discoloration or loss of water pressure to 859-238-1241.  It's also a good idea to sign up for Boil Water Advisory notifications with the City of Danville. Sign up here

As for protecting your home, the City of Danville Utilities Department recommends taking steps to protect your pipes below:

• Insulate exposed pipes in basements, crawl spaces, garages, and exterior walls
• Allow faucets to drip slightly during extreme cold
• Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate
• Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses

Emergency and Non-Emergency Support

The Danville 911 Dispatch Center is available 24/7 throughout the storm and will increase on-duty personnel to handle increased call volume.  

• For life-threatening emergencies: Call or text 911
• For non-emergency assistance, including those seeking shelter: Call 859-238-1220
• Sign up to receive emergency alerts from Boyle County Emergency Management here

The City of Danville encourages all residents to take this approaching storm seriously, prepare now, and check on neighbors who may need assistance. By working together, we can help keep our community safer during severe winter weather.

Atmos Energy Continues Infrastructure Improvements in Danville

 During Atmos Energy’s 2009 rate case, the Kentucky Public Service Commission approved a Pipeline Replacement Program (PRP) for its service territory in Kentucky.  This program enables Atmos Energy to replace bare steel and other aging infrastructure.    

 “Atmos Energy is committed to safety.  It is our number one priority,” said Jimmy Dale Smith, Danville’s Operations Supervisor, adding “This project will begin around October 1st.”  The project will replace bare steel pipes with new High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes.  Atmos Energy will replace 5,047 feet of bare steel with new pipes.  We will also replace 76 service lines, which are the lines from the street to the meter.  We will work with individual homeowners as the project progresses.  The project should conclude in late Feb 2026, notwithstanding any unforeseen issues.  The cost of the project is approximately $557,000.  

Streets involved:

• E Broadway St from Wilderness Rd to just North of N 3^rd St.
• S 1^st St from E Broadway St to E Walnut St.
• E Walnut St from N 2^nd St to 116 E Walnut St
• N 3^rd St from E Broadway St to E Lexington Ave
• N 2^nd St from E Broadway St to E Lexington Ave
• Alley between N 2^nd St and N 3^rd St from E Broadway St

We appreciate the patience and understanding of our customers and community as we begin improving our system for the city of Danville.  

About Atmos Energy

 Atmos Energy Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, is the country's largest, fully regulated, natural-gas-only distributor, serving over three million natural gas distribution customers in over 1,400 communities in eight states from the Blue Ridge Mountains in the East to the Rocky Mountains in the West. Atmos Energy also manages company-owned natural gas pipeline and storage assets, including one of the largest intrastate natural gas pipeline systems in Texas. For more information, visit www.atmosenergy.com. Atmos Energy can also be accessed through social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. 

City of Danville, Kentucky, Coldiron-Watkins Water Treatment Plant Honored with the Water Plant Operational Excellence Award by the KY/TN American Water Works Association

The Kentucky/Tennessee Section of the American Water Works Association (KY/TN AWWA) is pleased to announce that The City of Danville, Coldiron-Watkins Water Treatment Plant has been selected as the recipient of the Kentucky Medium Water Plant Operational Excellence Award. This award recognizes those utilities that have achieved excellence in their water plant operations.

To select a recipient to receive this award, a strong emphasis is placed on water quality, including a review of publicly available compliance records and verification that water utilities have no violations or impending trends that could indicate future non-compliance. In a confidential selection process, the KY/TN AWWA Honors & Awards Committee reviews preliminary data and a description of the utility operations, then visits the utility to review and discuss operations onsite. Areas of importance include maintenance and safety; security and emergency preparedness; staffing, including culture, professionalism, knowledge and tenacity; and innovative technology.

The award was presented during the KY/TN Water Professionals Conference held in Knoxville, TN on July 29, 2025.

The American Water Works Association (AWWA) is an international, scientific, and educational 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to a better world through better water. KY/TN AWWA is a Section of AWWA providing solutions and enhancing collaboration for the effective management of water, our most valuable resource. To learn more about KY/TN AWWA, please visit www.kytnawwa.org 

The KY/TN Water Professionals Conference is the annual joint conference of the KY/TN AWWA and Clean Water Professionals of KY & TN. It is the largest annual water technical conference and exhibition in Kentucky and Tennessee. To learn more about WPC, please visit: www.kytnwpc.org

The City of Danville has been selected as a finalist for the 2025 Wooden Bucket Award, a recognition presented annually to one outstanding water or wastewater utility in Kentucky by the Kentucky Rural Water Association (KRWA).

Since its inception in 1990, the Wooden Bucket Award has honored utilities that demonstrate exceptional community service, operational excellence, and consistent compliance with regulatory standards. Out of numerous nominations from across the state, the City of Danville is one of only ten to be considered for the Award.

The City of Danville, and other finalists, will be celebrated during the Kentucky Rural Water Association’s Annual Conference & Exhibition in August. Each finalist will receive an Award of Excellence from USDA-Rural Development, a key supporter of water infrastructure development in Kentucky, before the 2025 Wooden Bucket Award will be presented.

“We are incredibly honored to be among the finalists for the Wooden Bucket Award,” said Utility Director, Marshall Carrier, “This recognition reflects our team's dedication to serving Danville, and our region, and our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in water service.”

The City of Danville proudly recognizes the dedicated professionals of the Municipal Utilities Department whose outstanding commitment and service have positioned the City to receive the Award of Excellence and may very well earn them the prestigious 2025 Wooden Bucket Award.