KFTC and our allies in the Kentucky Forward Coalition are rallying in support of a people’s budget—a budget with adequate investments, with enough money for our kids’ after-school programs, health centers, affordable tuition, and safe communities. Kentuckians are worth these investments, and we’re standing together to call on the legislature to commit to the fair revenue reforms we need to make them.

Our rally is today at 5:00 p.m. at the front Capitol steps in Frankfort. There will be teachers, students of all sorts, people who keep our communities healthy, and people who want Kentucky to be a place that attracts good jobs—all coming together to move Kentucky forward. Below are some details to help you participate. Hope to see you there!

If you can't make it, call in today and tomorrow!

If you can't make the trip to Frankfort, please participate from home by calling in to the Legislative Message Line today or tomorrow. Leave a message for your state representative and senator, along with Speaker Stumbo and Senate President Williams.  The number to the Legislative Message Line is 1-800-372-7181, and it's open from 8am to 4:30pm, M-F.

Message:
It's time to move Kentucky Forward.  I support Representative Wayne's plan for comprehensive tax reforms that are fair and adequate! 

Other details about the Kentucky Forward Rally...(And if you're coming, at this point, you probably already know these!)
What should I wear?
Dress for the weather! Aside from that, wear your green KFTC shirt. If you don’t have one of those, wear red, white and/or blue.

When should I get there?
The rally starts at 5:00 at the Capitol steps, so plan to get there by 4:30 or 4:45.

How should I get there?
There is likely a carpool from your area, so get in touch with your nearest chapter organizer. If you don’t have one nearby, call Jessica at 859.533.0613 or jessicabreen@kftc.org.

What should I bring?
Yourself and your friends! Your signs are also most welcome.

Driving directions From the West (Louisville)
Take 1-64 to exit number 53-B to Highway 127 (Northbound)
Drive North on 127 to intersection of 127 and 676 (the East-West Connector). Turn Right on Route 676. Go down the hill.
At the stoplight at the bottom of the hill, turn left onto Route 420. (If you cross over the Kentucky River on 676 you’ve gone to far.) Follow Route 420 as it runs parallel to the Kentucky River.
Follow Route 420 for about 1/2 a mile. You will soon see a large concrete structure hanging out over the roadway. This is the entrance to the Capitol Annex garage. Turn left into the Garage. Park anywhere except the 2nd level. Take the elevator to the top level (level 1) of the garage. In front of you, you’ll see the Annex. To your right, will be the Capitol. Join us at 5:00 p.m. for a rally on the front steps of the Capitol. These steps are all the way around the other side of the building.

Directions From the East (Lexington)
Take either 1-64 or U.S. 60 to Frankfort. From 1-64, take exit 58 and turn right onto US 60.
Follow US 60 past the East-West Connector, also called Route 676.
Stay on US 60 as it bends sharply to the left and becomes East Main Street. Follow this road towards downtown Frankfort.
As you travel along East Main Street/Route 60, you will see Capital Avenue coming in from the left. Turn left here and then proceed straight. You will come to the Capitol in about .5 miles. You can find parking on the street, beside the Capitol or Capitol Annex building, or in the Capitol Annex parking garage, which is located below ground on the left side of the capitol. Park anywhere except the 2nd level. Take the elevator to the top level (level 1) of the garage. In front of you, you’ll see the Annex. To your right, will be the Capitol. Join us at 5:00 p.m. for a rally on the front steps of the Capitol. These steps are all the way around the other side of the building.

Our rally starts on the Capitol Steps at 5:00 p.m. and ends at 5:45. You’ll be back in your car by 6:00.

It’s going to be great! Hope to see you there.