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Henderson County public meetings in 2024

46 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024

Land Development Committee (LDC)

58-acre rezoning from Agricultural to General Business on Airline Rd

The Land Development Committee will consider two rezoning requests and three site plan approvals. The first rezoning involves a 58-acre property at 5845 Airline Rd, seeking a change from City Agricultural to General Business. The second is a zoning classification assignment in conjunction with annexation for two properties on Glenwood Dell. Three site plans are also up for approval.

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Tue Dec 17, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to commit ARPA funds and consider budget amendment

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will hold a regular meeting on December 17, 2024, to discuss and potentially approve several items. Key actions include a first reading of a budget amendment, commitment of ARPA funds, adoption of the county emergency operations plan, and dissolution of the drainage commission. The court will also hear reports from the coroner, animal control, and other county officials.

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✓ Decided: Henderson County approves drainage commission dissolution plan

The Fiscal Court approved the dissolution plan for the Henderson County Drainage Commission, effective March 31, 2025, with drainage duties shifting to a new Surface Water Drainage District by July 1, 2025. The court also appointed Sheila Patterson as Interim Coroner, reappointed board members, adopted several resolutions, and approved a budget amendment adding $2.5 million to the General Fund.

Tue Dec 3, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Buffalo Wild Wings site plan and power utility rezoning

The Henderson City-County Planning Commission will meet to consider a site plan for a Buffalo Wild Wings and review findings of fact for a utility rezoning. The commission will also review November finance and bond reports.

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Tue Nov 26, 2024

Fiscal Court

Henderson County Fiscal Court to discuss solar farm moratorium

The Fiscal Court will meet to consider a solar farm moratorium and review several bid requests for county services. The body will also address a budget amendment and grant applications for the road department and animal control.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

Land Development Committee (LDC)

Site plan review for Buffalo Wild Wings Go at 2222 US Hwy 41 N

The Land Development Committee will consider a site plan approval request for a Buffalo Wild Wings Go restaurant, submitted by Maruti Donuts 4 Realty, LLC, on property at 2222 US Hwy 41 N in Henderson. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to consider 2-year moratorium on solar farm permits

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will hold a special called meeting to discuss current solar farms and consider a 2-year moratorium on future solar farm permits, along with general discussion of green energy projects. The meeting is open for public observation only, with no public participation.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to review health insurance renewals and project bids

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will discuss county employee health insurance renewals and review bid recommendations for the Judicial Center Lighting Project and a mobile column lift. The body will also consider resolutions regarding surplus property for the Parks Department and the Sheriff's office.

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Tue Nov 5, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning for battery storage, fire station, annexation

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests: a change from General Business (GB) to Heavy Industrial (M-2) for a battery energy storage system at 2230 S. Green St; a change from Medium to High Residential (R-3) to Gateway District Zone (GDZ) for a new fire department at 111 N. Adams St; and a zoning classification for an annexed property at 8221 Green River Road. Non-public hearing items include a preliminary plat for SKN Properties on Hwy 41 N and a revised site plan for Jimmy John's on Rettig Road. The commission will also hold a workshop on Chapter 10 of the Comprehensive Plan.

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Tue Oct 22, 2024

Land Development Committee (LDC)

LDC reviews rezoning for battery energy storage and other land development requests

The Land Development Committee will review two rezoning applications and two site development requests. These include a proposal to expand a power substation and a zoning classification for annexed land.

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Tue Oct 22, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to consider cybersecurity grant resolution and multiple bid openings

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will consider a resolution for a cybersecurity grant and open bids for the Judicial Center Lighting Project, a backhoe, and a mobile column lift. The court will also receive updates from the Henderson Homeless Coalition, Animal Control, and the Human Rights Commission, along with reports from the Sheriff, County Clerk, and County Attorney. Proclamations and appointments are also on the agenda.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024

Fiscal Court

Henderson Fiscal Court holds routine meeting with jail and attorney reports

This regular meeting of the Henderson County Fiscal Court includes approval of previous minutes, reports from the Detention Center and County Attorney, and routine approval of transfers and claims. No legislative actions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

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Tue Oct 1, 2024

Planning Commission

Rezoning for light industrial and short-term rental rules on planning agenda

The Henderson City-County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 601 W. Main St. from Henderson Innovative Planning to Light Industrial (M-1) and consider adding a new section on short-term rental properties to the zoning code. The commission will also review preliminary plats for two subdivisions and receive the annual audit report.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024

Fiscal Court

County to discuss annexation of 8221 Green River Road, approve employee benefits and prison ministry contracts

The Henderson County Fiscal Court holds a regular called meeting to discuss several resolutions and reports. Key items include Resolution #24-31 for a HUB employee benefits agreement, a city annexation of 8221 Green River Road, and Resolution #24-32 for a contract with New Genesis Prison Ministry. The Court will also consider a bond release for LE Bell Construction and personnel actions for county staff.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

Land Development Committee (LDC)

Committee to vote on three subdivision plats and a substation expansion rezoning

The Henderson County Land Development Committee will decide on preliminary plat approvals for three subdivisions and a rezoning request to expand a substation with a battery energy storage system. The meeting is held at 1990 Barret Court, Media Room Suite F, at 1:30 PM on September 17, 2024.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024

Fiscal Court

Budget amendment second reading on Fiscal Court agenda

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will hold a regular meeting to consider a budget amendment on second reading, along with several other items. The court will also discuss a broadband internet agreement, a battery energy storage response plan, and a planning commission recommendation. Routine matters include personnel actions, bridge project bids, and approval of monthly reports.

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✓ Decided: Fiscal Court approves $4M ARPA broadband deal with Kenergy and Conexon

The Henderson County Fiscal Court approved Resolution #24-30, authorizing a $4 million ARPA-funded agreement with Kenergy and Conexon to provide fiber broadband internet to all Kenergy service locations in the county. The court also adopted a Battery Energy Storage Systems response plan, approved hiring a road department truck driver, authorized bids for bridge pier repairs, and accepted routine reports and payments.

Tue Sep 3, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review fire station and industrial site plans

The Henderson City-County Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request and several site plan approvals. The body will review proposals for a new fire station and industrial developments.

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Tue Aug 27, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court considers 2024/2025 tax rates and energy storage ordinance

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will hold a second reading of the 2024/2025 tax rates and a Battery Energy Storage System ordinance. The body will also review resolutions regarding surplus property, the Hydro Aluminum Incentive, and the Kentucky Ohio River Regional Recreation Authority.

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Tue Aug 13, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to hold first reading of 2024/2025 county tax rates

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will discuss tax rates for the county, Green River Health District, and CO-OP Extension Service. Members will also consider a first reading of an ordinance regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

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Tue Aug 6, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review rezoning and apartment site plan

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for a property on Merritt Drive and 11th Street. The body will also consider several preliminary plats and a site plan for apartment construction.

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Tue Jul 23, 2024

Land Development Committee (LDC)

Committee to consider revised development plan for 1.67 acres on Merritt Drive

The Land Development Committee will review five items, including preliminary plats for subdivisions, a site plan for apartments, and a rezoning request with a revised development plan that reduces density. The rezoning involves 1.672 acres on Merritt Drive and 11th Street.

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Tue Jul 23, 2024

Fiscal Court

Henderson County Fiscal Court to review road bids and grant resolutions

The Fiscal Court will meet to discuss road recommendations and various grant resolutions. The body will review a bid request for the Road Department's annual bituminous concrete and a lease renewal for Pine Bluff dredging. Reports from the Sheriff, County Clerk, and County Attorney are also scheduled.

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Tue Jul 9, 2024

Fiscal Court

Henderson County reviews water service agreement amendment with Tyson Foods

The Fiscal Court will consider an amended water and sewer service agreement between Henderson Water Utility and Tyson Foods. The agenda also includes the annexation of Dana Drive and a second reading for a Riverport Board amendment ordinance.

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Tue Jul 2, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider battery energy storage zoning and new site plans

The Henderson City-County Planning Commission will review zoning amendments for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and a roadway closure request by Deaconess Hospital. The commission will also evaluate site plans for solar energy, apartment construction, and a parking area.

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Tue Jun 25, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court reviews 2024-2025 budget and various grant applications

The Fiscal Court will conduct a second reading of the 2024/2025 fiscal year budget. The agenda includes public hearings regarding WARM grants and resolutions for economic development incentives and service contracts.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024

Land Development Committee (LDC)

LDC to review solar, apartment, and industrial site plans

The Land Development Committee is reviewing several site plan applications for projects on KY Highway 425 and Old Madisonville Rd. The agenda also includes requests for a new laydown area and subdivision plat approvals.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to consider compensation for county employees and officers

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will hold public hearings regarding LGEA and County Road Aid. The agenda also includes a review of Battery Energy Storage Systems and a second reading of a budget amendment.

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Tue Jun 4, 2024

Planning Commission

Zoning amendments for medical cannabis and battery storage are up for public hearing

The Henderson City-County Planning Commission will consider zoning text amendments regarding medical cannabis and battery energy storage systems. The commission will also review rezoning requests for properties on Old Corydon Road and Highway 351, as well as a site plan approval.

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Tue May 28, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to hold first reading of 2024/2025 county budget

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is meeting to hear reports from various departments and officials, and to conduct the first reading of the 2024/2025 fiscal year budget, along with a budget amendment and fund transfers. The agenda also includes presentations from the Homeless Coalition and Riverport Authority, and reports on personnel, animal control, detention center, and tax settlements.

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Thu May 23, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to discuss FY 2025 budget and LGEA funding recommendation

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is holding a special called meeting to discuss the FY 2025 county budget and receive a funding recommendation from the Allocations Committee regarding LGEA. The meeting is open to the public and will include a call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

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Tue May 14, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to hear airport grant, EPAD presentation, and road items

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is meeting to discuss and potentially act on various county matters, including an airport grant, an Energy Project Assessment District (EPAD) presentation, and multiple road department items such as purchases, a salt auction bid, and a Safe Streets for All grant. The agenda also includes appointments, recycling grants, and routine approvals like minutes, claims, and fund transfers.

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Mon May 13, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to hold public hearings on WARM program closeout and new application

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is meeting to conduct routine business, including public hearings on the WARM program's 2024-2025 closeout and 2025-2026 application, as well as second readings of budget amendments. The agenda also includes appointments, resolutions, and various reports from county officials.

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Mon May 13, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to hold public hearings on WARM grants, consider budget amendments and airport grant

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is meeting to conduct routine business, including public hearings on the WARM grant closeout and new application, second readings of budget amendments, and several resolutions. The agenda also includes appointments, purchase requests, and monthly reports from county officials.

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Mon May 13, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to discuss FY 2025 county budget at special meeting

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will hold a special called meeting on May 13, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the Fiscal Courtroom, 3rd Floor, 20 N. Main St., Henderson, KY. The agenda includes a discussion of the FY 2025 County Budget, with no votes or decisions listed. The meeting is open to the public, and magistrates and department heads are expected to attend.

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Tue May 7, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review three site plans including detention center solar array

The Henderson City-County Planning Commission is meeting to consider three site plan approvals: a Hazex Construction yard operation at 1890 Madison Street, a Henderson Distilling Company facility at 405 N. Main Street, and a ground-mounted solar system for the Henderson County Detention Center at 380 Borax Drive. The agenda also includes approval of April minutes, a finance report, and a bond report. No public hearings are scheduled beyond the minutes approval.

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Fri Apr 26, 2024

Fiscal Court

Henderson County Fiscal Court to consider tree removal bid, election worker pay hike

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is holding a special called meeting on April 26, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. The agenda includes a bid recommendation for county tree removal, a possible animal control vehicle purchase, and a proposed election worker wage increase. Also scheduled are updates on tourism, animal control, sheriff's and county clerk reports, and county attorney payments.

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Tue Apr 23, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to consider speed limit reductions, budget amendment

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is holding a special called meeting to consider a speed limit reduction request on various county roads from National Grid Group, plus a second reading of Budget Amendment #4. The court will also vote on a fund transfer and approve claims, as presented by County Treasurer Brenda Rider.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to hear road update, surplus property resolution

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, a budget amendment, and claims. They will also hear a Green River Road update from the County Engineer, consider a resolution on county surplus property, and receive the Detention Center quarterly report.

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Tue Apr 2, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh zoning for 56-acre Bentley Farm annexation

The Henderson City-County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on several zoning text amendments and a zoning classification for the Bentley Farm property, which the City of Henderson has requested to annex. The commission will also consider preliminary plats for two subdivisions and other administrative items. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed online.

Tue Mar 26, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to consider annexation, occupational tax update, and personnel policy changes

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is meeting to handle routine business including minutes approval, proclamations, and reports from various departments. Key items include a city intent to annex property, an occupational tax update, and resolutions on personnel policy and surplus property.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to consider solar project bid, budget amendment, and appointments

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is meeting to handle routine business including minutes approval, appointments, and reports. Key items include a bid recommendation for the Detention Center Solar Project, a consulting contract approval, and the second reading of Budget Amendment #3 (Ord 24-01). The court will also hear updates on Green River Road #1, an illegal dump presentation, and various financial matters.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court workshop to discuss county personnel policy changes

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is holding a special called workshop meeting to discuss changes to the county's Personnel Policy in the Administrative Code. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider two rezonings and a road closure

The Henderson City-County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two rezoning requests by Richard and Jodie Hawley for properties on River's Edge Drive, a right-of-way closure request by River City Church, and proposed zoning text amendments for short-term rentals and parking. The commission will also review site plans for McDonald's, Little Caesar's, and other developments, along with finance and bond reports.

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Tue Feb 27, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to consider road bids, solar project, and annexation

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving reports from various departments, and considering bids for road materials and a solar project at the detention center. The court will also hear a city intent to annex and approve routine financial matters like fund transfers and claims.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to consider LGEA funding, sports complex, and road bids

The Henderson County Fiscal Court is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a presentation on 2025 Local Government Economic Assistance (LGEA) funding, an update on the Henderson Sports Complex, and multiple road department bids. The agenda also includes updates on the STOP overdose program and a WARM CDBG grant, as well as routine items like minutes, claims, and a budget amendment.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024

Fiscal Court

Fiscal Court to consider storage battery ordinance, vet school resolution, bids

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will hold its regular meeting on January 9, 2024, addressing routine reports, appointments, and resolutions. Key items include referring a storage battery ordinance to the Planning Commission, a resolution supporting Murray State School of Veterinary Medicine, and opening bids for materials and uniforms. The meeting also includes reports from the jailer, sheriff, and county attorney, as well as budget approvals and financial transfers.

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Wed Jan 3, 2024

Planning Commission

Commission to discuss shipping container regulations and industrial expansion

The Henderson City-County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on rezoning requests and city zoning text amendments. The agenda includes proposals to regulate shipping container homes and commercial facilities, as well as an industrial expansion for a battery storage system.

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