A beloved member of the community, Senator Bunning served in many levels of government. From his beginnings with the Fort Thomas City Council to the Kentucky State Senate, to eventually serving in both chambers of the U.S. Congress, he was dedicated to serving the people of Kentucky.
“Jim Bunning once said, ‘I have never cared if I stood alone in Congress, as long as I stood by my beliefs and my values.’”
“Following an outstanding career in Major League Baseball, Senator Bunning stuck to his roots in Congress and led with a steadfast heart,” Schroder added. “The memory of his wisdom and unwavering leadership remains an inspiration to Kentuckians across the Commonwealth.”
“I can think of no public servant in the Commonwealth more deserving of this recognition than Senator Jim Bunning,” Representative Joe Fischer said. “The dedication of I-471 in Senator Bunning’s name will serve as a fitting remembrance of Jim’s life, legacy, and commitment to his faith, family, and community for generations to come.”
"Senator Bunning firmly stuck to his beliefs and lived a life of faith and humility,” said Mayor Jim Hamberg.
“He never forgot that Southgate was his home. With the support of his community and loved ones, it is fitting that we honor him, on the 55th anniversary of his first no-hitter on Father’s Day 1964, with the naming of I-471 as the Baseball Hall of Famer and U.S. Senator Jim Bunning Memorial Highway."
The official road naming ceremony will be held on Friday, June 21, at 2:30 p.m., EST, in the Southgate Community Center, 301 West Walnut Street, Southgate, Kentucky.
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