The Regional Neighborhood Network has existed for almost 25 years representing cities of all sizes. There is a Regional Neighborhood Network Steering Committee that operates without bylaws, officers or membership dues. Participation is solely based on the commitment of member cities who come from a variety of governmental structures, philosophies, and political parties. Despite the diversity of the composition, the RNNC has endured through mayoral changes, liaison changes, and fluctuating levels of commitment and participation by the member cities. Though its initial membership started out small with only 7 cities, the City of Covington's membership brings us to 22 member cities representing 5 states (Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, and Tennessee).

While representatives of the member cities typically interact face-to-face, a minimum of two times per year at Steering Committee meetings, the friendships have become long-standing opportunities for resource sharing through technology. All conference collaborations are conducted in a non-partisan manner. This interaction among the city representatives has transcended party politics and is based simply on trust, respect, and genuine friendships that have evolved. Therefore, as part of the City of Covington's membership in the Regional Neighborhood Network, we invite you to identify one or two key staff to be active participants on the Regional Steering Committee which holds two regional meetings a year in the Conference host city.