It was my Office’s honor to have the Kentucky State FOP President, Deputy Scott Hildebrand, escort Laken Ramirez to the National Police Memorial on May the 15th, 2026. Laken’s husband is a fallen Kentucky Corrections Officer, Sergeant George Ramirez who was fatally killed in an automobile accident while on the way to guard an inmate at the hospital. Sergeant Ramirez gave seven years of service. May he never be forgotten.
Laken Ramirez on the tranport bus with Deputy Hildebrand.
Fallen Kentucky Corrections Officer George Ramirez
Deputy Hildebrand with his daughters who also attended the memorial.
Thank you to everyone that came to the Northern Kentucky Police Memorial Ceremony held today, Wednesday, May 13th, in Covington at our memorial site. It’s always an honor to pay respect to those who gave their lives while wearing the badge.
Thank you to Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman who was our keynote Speaker. Special thanks to Newport Central Catholic Sophomore, Lucy Schill who sang the National Anthem and My Old Kentucky Home.
L to R: Deputy Tony Wilson, Sheriff Mike Jansen, Lucy Schill, Grace Rowland, Deputy Michael Rowland, and Finance Director Julie Roderick.
Sheriff Jansen taking a moment to thank Keynote Speaker Jacqueline Coleman and the Sheriff with his mother Bonnie Jansen. Mike’s Brother Anthony (Tony) is one of the fallen on the memorial.
We proud to be a participant in the The 2026 Campbell County Heroes Day was held at Campbell County Middle School, Sunday April 26th, featuring family-friendly activities, K9 heroes, and opportunities to meet local first responders, including NKY SWAT. Lot’s of great people came out to see us and the kids had a blast.
At 4:00 PM, EST, April 15th, 2026, the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office has officially completed the duty of property tax collection. All delinquent bills must be paid at the Office of Jim Luersen, Campbell County Clerk, 1098 Monmouth St., Newport, KY 41071.
Judge/Executive Steve Pendery, along with Commissioners Brian Painter, Tom Lampe, and Geoff Besecker, presented Sheriff Mike Jansen with the Campbell County Citation of Achievement for his recent appointment as ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฒ๐ณ ๐๐ ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐ข๐ณ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ก๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ป ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐๐๐ฐ๐ธ๐ ๐ฆ๐ช๐๐ง, effective January 1, 2026.
Northern Kentucky SWAT is a regional tactical response team made up of sworn personnel from multiple law enforcement agencies across Campbell and Kenton counties.
Sheriff Jansen has been a key contributor to the teamโs success, helping ensure the safety of communities in critical situations. The Campbell County Fiscal Court thanks him for his ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ถ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ผ ๐ฝ๐๐ฏ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐ฎ๐ณ๐ฒ๐๐.
Pictured: Campbell County Attorney Steve Franzen, Commissioner Tom Lampe, Sheriff Mike Jansen, Judge/Executive Steve Pendery, Commissioner Brian Painter, Commissioner Geoff Besecker
On January 15, 2026, the Northern Kentucky SWAT Board of Directors was officially sworn into office and convened for its first meeting of the year. I am honored and extremely proud to serve as the new Chief Executive Officer.
Northern Kentucky SWAT is a multi-agency team of highly trained tactical operators from the Kenton and Campbell County Sheriffโs Offices and participating police departments throughout both counties. The team provides a coordinated, 24-hour response capability to critical incidents and emergencies across the region.
I look forward to serving alongside this outstanding leadership team and continuing to support the safety of our communities.
NKY SWAT Board of Directors: (pictured left to right) Secretary: Chief Bartholomew Beck – Ludlow Police Department Deputy Director: Captain Eric Nelson – Kenton County Sheriff’s Office Chief Executive Officer: Sheriff Mike Jansen – Campbell County Sheriff’s Office Campbell County Commissioner Brian Painter (Swearing Officiant) Deputy Chief Executive Officer: Sheriff Jude S. Hehman – Kenton County Sheriff’s Office Campbell County Police Chief’s Association Representative: Chief David Halfhill – Dayton Police Department Kenton County Police Chief’s Association Representative: Chief Matthew Hall – Villa Hills Police Department.
On this National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office extends immense gratitude to the devoted men and women of all law enforcement branches who selflessly dedicate their lives to safeguarding our communities. Your unwavering commitment and sacrifices are profoundly valued. To all law enforcement officers, thank you for performing an invaluable role in ensuring community safety.
Sheriff Mike Jansen Named New Chief Executive Officer
Effective January 1, 2026, Campbell County Sheriff Mike Jansen will assume the position of Chief Executive Officer of Northern Kentucky SWAT. Following the retirement of long-time Kenton County Sheriff Chuck Korzenborn on December 31, 2025, Sheriff Jansen will succeed him in this role.
Sheriff Jansen has been a key contributor to the continued success and operational effectiveness of Northern Kentucky SWAT, a regional emergency tactical response team composed of sworn personnel from multiple law enforcement agencies throughout Campbell and Kenton counties.
Serving this community has been one of the greatest honors of my life. With appreciation for your continued support, Iโve officially filed for re-election in 2026. Thereโs more important work ahead, and Iโm ready to keep moving forwardโtogether.
December 31st, 2025 is the last day to pay your County property taxes at the face value. January 1st, 2026 begins the delinquent period of these taxes with a 5% penalty added. Beginning February 1st, 2026 there is a 21% penalty. On April 15th, 2026 at the close of business, all unpaid taxes are turned over to the County Clerk’s Office for legal collection service to begin.
HOLIDAY HOURS
Offices will be open December 24th (Christmas Eve) from 8AM to Noon. We will be closed December 25th and the 26th for the Christmas Holiday.
REMEMBER: You can pay your bill on-line anytime by going to our Tax Information Page on this web site or any Heritage Bank in the area as long as you take your bill with you. Heritage stops collecting for us in January.
