Contact Information

Sarah Bowker
Managing Director

824 Bull Lea Run Suite 222 Lexington, KY 40511-9383

859-257-7272

CEDIK@lsv.uky.edu

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We changed our name! CEDIK is now Blueprint Kentucky.

Engaged Communities. Vibrant Economies.

As a unit in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment since 2010, Blueprint Kentucky embraces our mission through engagement, research and instruction. Along with our partners in Kentucky Cooperative Extension we connect the resources of our land-grant university with Kentucky communities. We do this by connecting communities to people, place and purpose.

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Brownfield Technical Assistance Webinar Series

Blueprint Kentucky, along with Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet's Department of Environmental Protection Brownfield Program, offers technical assistance for brownfield redevelopment through a monthly webinar series and other events.

View Upcoming and Past Brownfield Events
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Community Design in Action Webinar Series

This Community Design centered webinar series focuses on helping communities make intentional choices that support families, residents, and long-term resilience.

View Upcoming and Past Community Design Webinars
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Register Now for the Regional Leadership Summit

Registration is now open for the 2026 Kentucky Community Leadership Programs Regional Summit, "Leadership Connections: Strengthening Partnerships for Community Success". Regional summit gatherings will be held at four locations across the state. Plan to attend the Summit nearest you! June 5th in Ashland; June 9th in Paducah; June 12th in Louisville; June 23rd in London.

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Connecting Communities to People, Place & Purpose.

Blueprint Kentucky provides customized outreach services and information to community stakeholders across the Commonwealth. If you are a community leader needing in-depth data and analysis to make an important community decision, or are looking to engage your community in a long-term project, Blueprint Kentucky can work with you.

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Economic Development

Blueprint Kentucky offers a portfolio of economic development strategies for Kentucky communities.

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Community Leadership Development

We empower groups, organizations and coalitions to lead communities forward.

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Arts & Design

Creativity that works for communities. Blueprint Kentucky prioritizes amplifying community vitality and livability through art and design.

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Healthy Communities

Blueprint Kentucky is invested in understanding environmental, social and economic factors that impact the health of all Kentuckians.

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Upcoming Events

A Place for Y'all: Universal Design in Rural Communities

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Build awareness and practical universal design strategies.

Seal the Deal: Developing Public-Private Partnerships for Brownfield Projects

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This monthly webinar series focuses on brownfield redevelopment and downtown revitalization in Kentucky.

Feedback & Review: KY's Sustainable Materials & Recycling Plan (Central KY)

- Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet

Feedback & Review: KY's Sustainable Materials & Recycling Plan (Western KY)

- Christian County Extension Office

Feedback & Review: KY's Sustainable Materials & Recycling Plan (Eastern KY)

- Bath County Extension Services

Brownfield Boot Camp - Northern Kentucky

- OneNKY

Join us at our free day-long workshop to learn about the Kentucky Brownfield program and how to utilize its services.

2026 Regional Community Leadership Programs Summit - Eastern Kentucky

- Boyd County Extension Franks Community Building

2026 Regional Community Leadership Programs Summit - Western Kentucky

- Commerce Center, With Paducah Chamber Leadership

2026 Regional Community Leadership Programs Summit - Northern Kentucky

- Louisville Leadership Center

2026 Regional Community Leadership Programs Summit - South Central Kentucky

- London Community Center

Stay Up to Date with Blueprint Kentucky

We send one monthly email that includes upcoming events, our latest resources and more!

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Contact Information

Sarah Bowker
Managing Director

824 Bull Lea Run Suite 222 Lexington, KY 40511-9383

859-257-7272

CEDIK@lsv.uky.edu