Richmond is a city in and the county seat of Madison County, Kentucky. It is named after Richmond, Virginia, and is the home of Eastern Kentucky University. The population of Richmond, Kentucky was 30,008 in 2006 and is expected to be 34,292 by 2010. Richmond is Kentucky's 6th largest city.
The city's largest park, Lake Reba, has a little something for everyone. The 600-acre complex features baseball fields, soccer fields, a horseshoe complex, a walking trail, shelters, playground areas, and a 75-acre fishing lake with a fish cleaning station. Also on site is an 18-hole championship golf course at Gibson Bay that offers both a driving and putting range. If you're not ready for the championship challenge, Adventure Falls miniature golf with a batting cage complex is right around the corner.
The newest Lake Reba attraction is set to open Memorial Day, 2008. The Richmond family aquatic center will feature 49,260 square feet of beach and deck areas, 8100 square feet of shade structures, and a 1500 square foot spray ground. The $5.38 million complex also will have an eight-lane competition pool, a slide area, a splash area for kids, and areas that are handicapped accessible. In addition to Lake Reba, Richmond is home to several other parks, including Irvine-McDowell, Dillingham Heights, and E. C. Million Parks.
The City is home to many industries that are in the forefront of today’s economy. These industries strengthen the economy of the city and provide diversification.
The City has many dedicated and hard working employees that provide the highest level of service to the residents of Richmond. Whether it is keeping the streets clear of ice and snow in winter, providing recreational facilities, providing police and fire protection, golf opportunities, planned developed growth, tourism activities, building inspection, trash collection, or recycling, the city offers many services to make life better for the residents.
Pattie A. Clay Regional Medical Center is a 105-bed acute care facility, steeped in history and tradition, delivering all primary care and extensive secondary level health care services for Madison and surrounding counties. The hospital boasts an active medical staff of 69 physicians in 23 specialty areas of care. Pattie A. Clay has the lowest patient charge among hospitals in its five-county area.
The Madison County School District , in partnership with the community, is committed to providing all students quality education that inspires individual excellence.
The Madison County School District serves more than 10,000 students in Preschool through the 12th grade. Our district’s Early Childhood Program serves about 350 pre-schoolers. We also operate the Madison County Day Treatment Center, the Madison Alternative School, Madison County Secondary GED Program and 11 Family/Youth Resource Centers that serve our students and their families. We are continually working to improve the instructional program in our school system. Our students receive a well-rounded educational experience. The Madison County Achievement Center houses the Achievement Team, which consists of those who specialize in instruction and curriculum.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $136,136
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 32,333. Richmond covers 19.1 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 975 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 40475, 40476 - Area code: 859
Weather
Richmond, KY climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 30's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 86.30 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 22.50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 19 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Richmond is 43.65 Inches. Rainfall is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is June with an average rainfall of 4.75 Inches.
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