Logan County public meetings in 2025

Fiscal Court

The Logan County Fiscal Court will review several 2026 fee budgets and bond premiums. The body is also deciding on board appointments for the Logan County Health Board and opening bids for road rock and detention center commissary services.

• Approval of a $1,000,000.00 County Revenue Bond for Sheriff Stephen Stratton
• Opening of bids for Rock for the Logan County Road Department and Commissary Services for the Logan County Detention Center
• Approval of $19,780.30 in American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund expenditures
• Appointment of Dr. Jacob Clark and reappointment of four members to the Logan County Health Board
• Approval of CY 2026 Fee Budgets and Maximum Salaries for the County Clerk’s Office and Sheriff’s Department

The court approved several large financial actions, including a $1,000,000 revenue bond for the sheriff, multiple transfers from the Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to the Jail, LGEA, and 911 funds, and adoption of fee budgets for the clerk and sheriff for 2026. It also accepted Wilson Communications bids for radio system maintenance and equipment, and continued road maintenance across all districts. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $350,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Jail Fund (all)
• Approved $75,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to LGEA Fund (all)
• Approved $125,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to 911 Fund (all)
• Approved $1,000,000 County Revenue Bond for Sheriff (2026‑27 term) (all)
• Approved Wilson Communications bid for Radio System Maintenance $76,650 (all)
• Approved Wilson Communications bid for Radio Equipment and Parts at 18% above actual cost (all)
• Approved County Clerk’s Fee Budget $789,008 for FY 2026 (all)
• Approved Sheriff’s Fee Budget $3,890,467 for FY 2026 (all)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider several items, including open bids for radio parts and maintenance for the county's Emergency Communications Center. The court will also reappoint Harris Dockins to the East Logan Water District for a four‑year term and acknowledge receipt of the Sheriff’s CY 2024 Fee Audit Report. A key decision is the approval of a $315,126 agreement with the Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Department of Rural and Municipal Aid Flex Funds.

• Open bids for radio parts for Logan County ECC
• Open bids for radio maintenance and monitoring (labor) for Logan County ECC
• Reappoint Harris Dockins to the East Logan Water District for a 4‑year term (Nov 14 2025–Nov 14 2029)
• Acknowledge receipt of the Sheriff’s CY 2024 Fee Audit Report
• Approve agreement with Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Department of Rural and Municipal Aid Flex Funds for $315,126.00

The Logan County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a $315,126 Flex Funds agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. It also adopted a $126,863.96 budget amendment for unbudgeted receipts, transferred $125,000 to the Jail Fund, and approved roadwork requests for all districts. Additional actions included hiring a full‑time Deputy Jailer, approving grant applications for the Morton Road flood‑prevention project and new guardrails, and reappointing a water‑district commissioner.

• Approved $126,863.96 budget amendment for unbudgeted receipts (vote: YES: ALL)
• Approved Treasurer’s transfer of $125,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Jail Fund (vote: YES: ALL)
• Approved roadwork requests for districts 1‑6 (vote: YES: ALL)
• Approved hiring of Rachel Sweeney as full‑time Deputy Jailer (vote: YES: ALL)
• Approved Transportation Alternatives Program grant with 20% match for Morton Road project (vote: YES: ALL)
• Approved grant for 10 new guardrails with 20% match for the Road Department (vote: YES: ALL)
• Reappointed Harris Dockins to East Logan Water District Commission (vote: YES: Davenport, Goodwin, Harper, Crawford, Bouldin, Baker; ABSTAIN: Wilcutt)
• Approved Flex Funds Agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for $315,126 (vote: YES: ALL)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider several items, including a discussion of the agreement with CivicPlus for annual recurring services for the County website. The court will also vote on the reappointment of Electrical Inspector James Dossett for a one‑year term and the appointment of two Extension District Board members for three years. A bid from Kellwell Commissary Services will be discussed.

• Discuss agreement with CivicPlus for annual recurring services for the County website
• Approve reappointment of Electrical Inspector James Dossett for a 1‑year term (Oct 31 2025 – Oct 31 2026)
• Approve appointment of two Extension District Board members for a 3‑year term
• Discuss Commissary Services bid with Kellwell Commissary Services

The Logan County Fiscal Court approved the October 28 minutes, the bill basket, and the Treasurer’s financial statement. It authorized several budget transfers, including $130,000 to the Jail Fund, $15,000 and $213,211.11 to the 911 Fund, and approved roadwork requests, equipment purchases, a roof‑repair contract, and reappointments. The court also authorized advertising for new commissary and rock‑supply bids and announced a community feedback session on the county park design.

• Approved $130,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Jail Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved $15,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to 911 Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved $213,211.11 transfer from Special Reserve Revenue Loss Fund to 911 Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved purchase of 9 refurbished Panasonic Toughbook CF-54 tablets for $8,480.70, contingent on Windows 11 installation (YES: ALL)
• Approved hiring Patrick D Murphy Architects for $32,000 roof work at the Detention Center (YES: ALL)
• Approved annual service agreement with Civic Plus for $5,584.95 (YES: ALL)
• Reappointed James Dossett as Electrical Inspector for a 1‑year term (YES: ALL)
• Authorized advertising for bids for Commissary Services at the Detention Center for a 1‑year term (YES: ALL)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider several approvals, including a resolution for library district capital project spending and an agreement with the Commonwealth of Kentucky for a FEMA DR4864 public assistance grant. It will also vote on contracts for county website services, a phone installation at the animal shelter, and the reappointment of the electrical inspector. Additional items include discussion of emergency radio advertising, the county Christmas lunch, and rescheduling the next regular meeting.

• Approve the resolution authorizing expenditures for capital projects by the Logan County Public Library District
• Approve the agreement with the Commonwealth of Kentucky for the FEMA DR4864 Public Assistance Grant
• Approve the agreement with CivicPlus for annual recurring services for the County Website
• Approve the Change Order with CrossPath Telecom Network for a new phone and installation at the Logan County Animal Shelter
• Reappoint Electrical Inspector Gary Bush for a 1‑year term (Oct 12 2025 – Oct 12 2026)

The Fiscal Court approved a budget amendment adding $126,863.96 in unbudgeted receipts and matching expenditures. It also approved multiple transfers from the Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund, including $260,000 to the General Fund, $80,000 to the Jail Fund, $55,000 to the 911 Fund, $25,000 to the LGEA Fund, and $100 to the Special Reserve Fund. Additional actions included roadwork approvals, a trade of ammunition for the Sheriff’s Department, a vendor contract for a new sheriff truck up to $16,100, and a FEMA Public Assistance Grant Agreement.

• Approved budget amendment adding $126,863.96 in receipts and expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $260,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to General Fund (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $80,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Jail Fund (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $55,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to 911 Fund (unanimous)
• Approved roadwork requests for all districts, including New Hope Road shoulder widening (unanimous)
• Approved trade of 7,550 rounds .40 caliber for 7,550 rounds 9mm ammunition for Sheriff’s Dept (unanimous)
• Authorized vendor selection for new Sheriff’s Department truck up to $16,100 (unanimous)
• Approved FEMA DR 4864 Public Assistance Grant Agreement (unanimous)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider several grant approvals, including a $2,000 spay‑and‑neuter grant from the Commonwealth of Kentucky Department of Agriculture and a $17,156.32 illegal open‑dump cleanup grant with a $4,289.08 county match. It will also approve an American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund expenditure of $283,347.44 for PRECC. In addition, the court will discuss the invoice from Impco Truck and Track Pros for a salt spreader shipping cost and conduct routine business such as approving minutes and reports.

• Discuss invoice from Impco Truck and Track Pros for salt spreader shipping costs
• Approve $2,000 Spay and Neuter Grant with Commonwealth of Kentucky Department of Agriculture
• Approve $17,156.32 Illegal Open Dump Cleanup Grant with $4,289.08 county match
• Approve $283,347.44 ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund expenditure for PRECC

The court approved a contract with GeoConex Corporation for a new phone system costing $391,302.42. It also approved several budget transfers from the Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to the Jail, LGEA, and 911 funds, and authorized roadwork and maintenance projects across all districts. Additional approvals included hiring a full‑time custodian and multiple animal‑shelter grant applications.

• Approved new phone system contract $391,302.42 (YES: ALL)
• Approved budget transfers: $50,000 to Jail Fund, $25,000 to LGEA Fund, $20,000 to 911 Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved roadwork requests and continued maintenance for all districts (YES: ALL)
• Approved hiring of Curtis Burnett as full‑time custodian/maintenance staff (YES: ALL)
• Approved ASPCA grant $44,354 for animal shelter transport van (YES: ALL)
• Approved Emma Loves Dogs Foundation grant for kennel repairs (YES: ALL)
• Approved American Rescue Plan Act expenditure $283,347.44 for PRECC (YES: ALL)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will meet on September 23, 2025 to approve the previous meeting’s minutes and consider pending bills. The court will hear the treasurer’s report, road work requests, and department head updates. Representatives from the Sons of the American Revolution will also present. The meeting will be streamed online and include standard procedural items.

• Approve minutes from the prior meeting
• Approve pending bills
• Treasurer’s financial report
• Road work requests
• Department head reports

The Fiscal Court unanimously approved a $267,143.40 agreement with GeoConex for a new phone system at the Emergency Communications Center, funded partly by a grant and county funds. It also authorized transfers of $35,000 to the LGEA Fund and $20,000 to the 911 Fund, continued routine road maintenance, and approved several hires and safety equipment purchases, including an AED for the Sheriff’s Department and a part‑time deputy jailer. Additionally, the court permitted the Sons of the American Revolution to use a portion of the Justice Center yard for a Patriot Legacy Project monument. All actions passed with a roll‑call vote of yes from all members.

• Approved $267,143.40 phone system agreement with GeoConex (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to LGEA Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to 911 Fund (unanimous)
• Approved roadwork: continued maintenance for districts 1‑3,5,6; patch work on Iron Mt. Rd and Goodman Rd in district 4 (unanimous)
• Approved grant application for up to $1,300 AED machine for Sheriff’s Department (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Joshua Willis as part‑time Deputy Jailer at $17.56/hr (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Jordan Lewis as full‑time Office Manager for Road Department at $18.54/hr (unanimous)
• Authorized Sons of the American Revolution to use Justice Center yard for Patriot Legacy Project monument, pending utilities and design review (unanimous)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will hold a public hearing to set the proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rates for FY 25/26 and approve a quote for three new body cameras for the Sheriff's Department. The court will also acknowledge the receipt of tax rates from the Big Muddy Creek Watershed and the Sheriff's Revenue Bond.

• Hearings for proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rates for FY 25/26
• Acknowledge Big Muddy Creek Watershed tax rate for FY 25/26
• Acknowledge 2025 Ad Valorem Tax Rates for countywide taxing districts
• Acknowledge Sheriff's Revenue Bond of $1,000,000.00
• Approve quote for 3 new body cameras for Sheriff's Department

The court approved several budget transfers, moving $350,000 from the Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to the General Fund and additional amounts to the Jail, LGEA, and 911 funds. It also approved a $12,976.80 contract with Axon Enterprise for body‑camera equipment, a $10,000 carpet grant for the historic courthouse, and a $6,765.88 purchase of a road spreader. All motions passed with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.

• Approved $350,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to General Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved $250,000 transfer to Jail Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved $35,000 transfer to LGEA Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved $65,000 transfer to 911 Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved $12,976.80 Axon Enterprise body‑camera contract (YES: ALL)
• Approved $10,000 KACo Insurance Grant for courthouse carpet (YES: ALL)
• Approved $6,765.88 purchase of Saltdogg Pro3000 spreader for Road Dept (YES: ALL)
• Approved $5,300 Fountainhead invoice for console workstations (YES: Goodwin, Wilcutt, Harper, Crawford, Bouldin, Baker; NO: Davenport)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will discuss and vote on several items, including the approval of school resource officers with the Board of Education, a public road hearing for Guy Canler Road reconstruction, and the adoption of an ordinance related to county road permits. The court will also acknowledge tax rates from local districts and review bids for HVAC maintenance.

• Approve Agreement with Logan County Board of Education for School Resource Officers for FY 25/26
• Hold public road hearing for Guy Canler Road reconstruction (removing 924 ft of old road, adding 1,081 ft of new road)
• Approve Ordinance No. regarding bond posting for county road encroachment permits
• Discuss Fountainhead Control Rooms invoice of $5,300.00 for radio console workstations at Logan County ECC
• Approve KACo Workers Compensation Fund Application for Membership Agreement for FY 25/26

The Fiscal Court approved an agreement with the Logan County Board of Education to fund up to eight school resource officers, including one fully county‑funded officer. It also approved several budget transfers, hiring actions, a drone grant, and an HVAC contract, and it tabled a discussion on a radio console invoice. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved SRO agreement for up to 8 officers, 25% county share and one fully funded officer (YES: ALL)
• Approved Treasurer’s transfer of $65,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to General Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved Treasurer’s transfer of $60,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Jail Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved Treasurer’s transfer of $15,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to LGEA Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved hiring of Scott A. Thomas as full‑time Deputy Sheriff at $23.89/hr retroactive Aug 18, 2025 (YES: ALL)
• Approved grant from Gary Sinise Foundation for a DJI M30T drone worth $14,319 for the Sheriff’s Department (YES: ALL)
• Approved HVAC maintenance contract with HMC Service Company for $7,372 annually FY 2025‑2026 (YES: ALL)
• Tabled discussion on $5,300 invoice for radio console workstations (YES: ALL)

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The Fiscal Court will consider several funding contributions, equipment purchases, and infrastructure repairs. The body will hold a public hearing regarding the Sheriff's Department Vehicle Lease Program and discuss 2025 tax rates.

• Discussion of Ad Valorem Tax Rates for CY 2025
• Public hearing on Intent to Finance for the Sheriff's Department Vehicle Lease Program
• Agreement with KMAC Contracting, LLC for repairs to Ferguson Road
• $2,500 contribution to the Logan County Tourist and Convention Commission
• Purchase of a 2016 Ram 5500 truck and snowblade from KYTC

The court approved several 4% increases to tax rates for real property, personal property, motor vehicles, aircraft, and fire protection for 2025. It also authorized a $25,000 purchase of a 2016 Ram 5500 and snow plow for the Road Department and a $4,412.48 flooring contract for the ECC. All votes were unanimous except the real‑property tax increase, which recorded a NO vote from Commissioner Crawford.

• Approved 4% increase on real property tax to 12.6¢ per $100 valuation – YES: Davenport, Goodwin, Wilcutt, Harper, Bouldin, Baker; NO: Crawford
• Approved 4% increase on personal property tax to 12.9¢ per $100 valuation – YES: ALL
• Approved 4% increase on motor vehicle and watercraft tax to 11.4¢ per $100 valuation – YES: ALL
• Approved 4% increase on aircraft tax to 12.9¢ per $100 valuation – YES: ALL
• Approved fire protection tax rate at .03¢ per $100 valuation – YES: ALL
• Approved purchase of a 2016 Ram 5500 and snow plow for the Road Department at $25,000 – YES: ALL
• Approved flooring contract with Williams Flooring for the ECC at $4,412.48 – YES: ALL
• Approved $2,500 annual contribution to the Logan County Tourist and Convention Commission – YES: ALL

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will hold a public hearing regarding the intent to finance the proposed Logan County Park. The body will also consider several infrastructure agreements and grant funds. Other items include a first reading of an ordinance regarding road right-of-way construction bonds.

• Public hearing on Intent to Finance for the proposed Logan County Park
• Agreement with Commonwealth of Kentucky Office of Homeland Security for $118,091.31 in 911 Services Board grant funds
• ARPA expenditure approval for Pennyrile Electric Cooperative in the amount of $66,207.20
• Bridge construction and widening agreements with Scott and Murphy for Liberty Church Road and Montgomery Road
• First reading of Ordinance 25-1040-01 regarding bonds for county road right-of-way encroachment or tunneling

The court approved an Intent to Finance application for the Sheriff’s Department vehicle lease program worth $759,201.25 for five years. It also approved a $118,091.31 grant for the county 911 phone system, bridge contracts on Liberty Church Road and Montgomery Road, and an EMS contract with Com‑Care, Inc. Additional actions included a promotion within the Sheriff’s Department, roadwork approvals for all districts, and several budget transfers from the Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund.

• Approved Intent to Finance for Sheriff’s vehicle lease program $759,201.25 (vote 5‑1)
• Approved Kentucky 911 Services Board Phone System Grant $118,091.31 (vote all yes)
• Approved Liberty Church Road bridge replacement $457,620.00 (vote all yes)
• Approved Montgomery Road bridge widening/repair $110,618.00 (vote all yes)
• Approved EMS contract with Com‑Care, Inc. $236,433.00 (vote all yes)
• Approved promotion of Quinton O. Wright to DTF Agent with salary increase (vote all yes)
• Approved roadwork requests for all districts (vote all yes)
• Approved budget transfers: $50,000 to General Fund, $145,000 to Jail Fund, $25,000 to LGEA Fund, $75,000 to 911 Fund (vote all yes)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider the adoption of Ordinance No. 25-520-01 and appoint Code Enforcement Board members. The body will also review several one-time contributions and service contracts for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-520-01 regarding legal special purpose vehicles
• One-time contribution of $1,000.00 to Logan County Tourist and Convention Commission
• One-time contribution of $200.00 to Emancipation Celebration Steering Committee
• Scheduling a public hearing for the Logan County Park Notification of Intent to Finance
• Bids for HVAC Maintenance for multiple county facilities including the Animal Shelter and Clerk's Office

The Fiscal Court approved a new agreement with the Logan County School Board to provide seven school resource officers and fund 25% of their salary and benefits for FY 2025‑2026, and to allow the sheriff to place an eighth fully county‑funded SRO at the high school. The motion passed unanimously. The court also approved several budget transfers from the Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund, adopted Ordinance No. 25‑520‑01 on street‑legal special purpose vehicles, and scheduled a public hearing on financing a proposed county park.

• Approved agreement with Logan County School Board for 7 SROs and an 8th county‑funded SRO (YES: ALL)
• Rescinded Order #19 from June 24 meeting regarding previous SRO funding (YES: Davenport, Goodwin, Wilcutt, Harper, Crawford, Baker; NO: Bouldin)
• Approved agreement with Comprehensive Correctional Care for inmate medical services (YES: ALL)
• Approved hiring of Robert A. Oberhausen as full‑time Heavy Equipment Operator (YES: ALL)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑520‑01 on street‑legal special purpose vehicles (YES: ALL)
• Approved multiple Treasurer’s budget transfers from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to General, Jail, and LGEA funds (YES: ALL)
• Scheduled public hearing for Notification of Intent to Finance proposed Logan County Park on July 22, 2025 (YES: ALL)
• Approved 1‑year copier maintenance agreement with Laser Copy Technologies for several county offices (YES: ALL)

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The Fiscal Court will consider the adoption of the FY 2025-2026 budget and the county employee salary schedule. Members will also discuss bids for bridge replacement and code enforcement services.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 25-220-02 (FY 2025-2026 Budget)
• Bid from Scott & Murphy Inc. for Liberty Church Road bridge replacement
• Contract with H&H Sheet Metal Fabricators, Inc. for the Logan County Park Project
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 25-230-01 regarding Personnel Policies and Compensation Plan
• Bid from Magic Salt of Kentuckiana LLC for road salt

The court approved a purchase agreement with H&H Sheetmetal Fabricators, Inc. to buy 241 acres for a future Logan County Park at a total cost of $3,615,000, with a $2,000,000 down‑payment. It also approved several transfers from the Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to the Jail, LGEA, 911, and Special Reserve funds, and accepted a $19,800 roof quote for the Recycling Center. The court rejected all junk‑removal bids for code enforcement and authorized case‑by‑case negotiations, and voted to fund school resource officers at 25% of expenses.

• Approved purchase agreement with H&H Sheetmetal Fabricators, Inc. for 241 acres at $3,615,000 (YES: ALL)
• Approved Treasurer’s transfer $160,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Jail Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved Treasurer’s transfer $25,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to LGEA Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved Treasurer’s transfer $65,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to 911 Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved Treasurer’s transfer $175 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Special Reserve Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved acceptance of $19,800 quote from John Matthews Roofing for Recycling Center roof (YES: ALL)
• Approved rejection of all code‑enforcement junk‑removal bids and allow case‑by‑case negotiation (YES: ALL)
• Approved SRO funding: 8 officers, 25% county share, $140,000 grant retained by schools (YES: Goodwin, Wilcutt, Harper, Crawford, Bouldin; NO: Davenport, Baker)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider an expenditure of $145,991.81 for the Russellville Electric Plant Board. The body will also open bids for bridge work and code enforcement services.

• Expenditure of $145,991.81 for Russellville Electric Plant Board via ARPA funds
• Bids for bridge replacement on Liberty Church Road
• Bids for bridge repair on Montgomery Road
• Bids for contract code enforcement junk removal and property remediation
• Bids for contract code enforcement mowing services

The Fiscal Court unanimously approved a $750,000 increase to the down‑payment for the Logan County Park property, setting a 7‑year, 0 % interest loan for the remaining balance. It also accepted bids for a $597,235 Liberty Church Road bridge replacement and a $110,618 Montgomery Road bridge widening, and approved numerous budget transfers and personnel actions.

• Approved change of down‑payment on Logan County Park property to $2,000,000 and 7‑year 0 % loan (YES: ALL)
• Accepted bid from Scott and Murphy Inc. to replace Liberty Church Road bridge for $597,235 (YES: ALL)
• Accepted bid from Scott and Murphy Inc. to widen Montgomery Road bridge for $110,618 (YES: ALL)
• Approved Treasurer’s budget transfers totaling $71,? (list of transfers) (YES: ALL)
• Approved transfer of $85,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Jail Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved transfer of $60,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to LGEA Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved transfer of $275,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to 911 Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved hiring of John W. Miller as full‑time Heavy Equipment Operator (YES: ALL)

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The Fiscal Court will meet to discuss the proposed budget for FY 2025-2026 and contributions to the South-Central Kentucky Drug Task Force. The body will also review vehicle lease bids for the Sheriff's Department and a quote for ECC furniture upgrades.

• FY 2025-2026 proposed budget discussion
• South-Central Kentucky Drug Task Force contribution for FY 2025-2026
• Logan County Sheriff’s Department vehicle lease program bids
• Copperband Technologies quote for ECC furniture upgrades

The court voted to let the Sheriff’s Department enter a vehicle lease program with Sternberg Automotive Group (6‑1). It also approved the list of changes to the 2025‑2026 budget (6‑0). A letter of intent to terminate the South Central Kentucky Drug Task Force contract and a purchase of cabling for the ECC were unanimously approved. A proposal to shift $5,000 contributions to several cities and fund the Baker Nature Trail was rejected.

• Approved letter of intent to terminate contract with South Central Kentucky Drug Task Force (unanimous)
• Approved sheriff vehicle lease program with Sternberg Automotive Group (6‑1)
• Approved purchase of cables from Copperband Technologies for ECC ($1,435.13) (unanimous)
• Rejected reduction of city contributions and funding for Baker Nature Trail (2‑4, 1 absent)
• Approved listed changes to the 2025‑2026 budget (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (6‑0, 1 absent)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will meet to review bids for a vehicle lease program for the Sheriff's Department. The body will also discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-2026.

• Vehicle lease program bids for the Logan County Sheriff's Department
• Proposed budget for FY 2025-2026

The Logan County Fiscal Court met on May 29, 2025 and discussed the 2025‑2026 budget but took no official action. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Justice Harper, seconded by Justice Bouldin, and passed with five votes in favor. A follow‑up budget meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2025.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will meet on May 27, 2025, to discuss and vote on several financial matters, including contributions to local organizations, road department participation in a salt auction, and the removal of an encumbrance for a local business. The court will also hold the first reading of an ordinance updating personnel policies and discuss health insurance renewals and road repairs.

• Acknowledge Logan County Sheriff’s 2024 tax settlements
• Approve $1,500 contribution to United Way
• Approve $25,321.73 contribution to Russellville-Logan County Airport
• Approve Logan County Road Department’s participation in KACo’s 2025 Reverse Salt Auction
• Remove $56,700 encumbrance for Rane Light Metal Castings

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will hold its regular meeting on May 13, 2025. Items include presentations from LEAD, the airport, and tourist commission; old business on detention center bids; and new business including appointing tourist commission members, approving a bridge widening project on Montgomery Road using KYTC Rural Secondary funds, approving an agreement with the school board for 7 School Resource Officers, and holding the first reading of the 2025-2026 budget. Other bids and appointments are also on the agenda.

• Discuss/approve bridge widening project on Montgomery Road (District 2) using KYTC 80/20 bridge program funds
• Approve agreement with Logan County Board of Education for 7 School Resource Officers (up to 195 days each) for FY 2025-2026
• Approve quote from Axon Enterprise, Inc for cloud storage and licensing for sheriff's department body cameras
• Approve list of changes to 2025-2026 budget and hold first reading
• Appoint 3 members to Logan County Tourist and Convention Commission and a Code Enforcement Officer

The Fiscal Court approved the minutes from the April 22 meeting and amended the agenda to add the Liberty Church Road bridge agreement and bid advertisement. It designated the Logan Industrial Development Authority to receive TVA Regional Development Agency Assistance Program funds and to apply for up to $153,846. The court also approved several budget transfers, contract awards for flooring, HVAC, EMS services, and an $80,000 grant for the Montgomery Road bridge widening project.

• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add Liberty Church Road bridge agreement and bid advertisement (unanimous)
• Designated Logan Industrial Development Authority to receive TVA RDAAP funds and apply for up to $153,846 (unanimous)
• Approved multiple Treasurer’s budget transfers totaling $?? (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of flooring and supplies for County Clerk’s Office ($16,540.44) (unanimous)
• Accepted bid for HVAC maintenance at Detention Center ($11,500 annual) (unanimous)
• Accepted bid for Emergency Medical Services contract ($236,433) (unanimous)
• Approved grant agreement for Montgomery Road bridge widening ($80,000) (unanimous)

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The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider approving a $1,925,671.23 County Road Aid Cooperative Program Agreement for FY 2025-2026, open bids for black fly treatment, a new tractor, annual supplies, inmate medical services, and inmate communications. They will also hold the second reading of an ordinance amendment related to nuisance abatement and property owner liability, and acknowledge budgets and tax rates for local conservation districts.

• Approve $1,925,671.23 County Road Aid Cooperative Program Agreement for FY 2025-2026
• Open bids for treating Red River, Whippoorwill Creek, Little Whippoorwill Creek, and Pleasant Grove Creek with Vetobac for black flies
• Open bids for a new tractor for the Logan County Road Department
• Open bids for Inmate Medical Services and Inmate Communications System at the Logan County Detention Center
• Hold 2nd reading of Ordinance 25-830-01 amending nuisance abatement and property owner liability for unsafe structures

The court approved a $3,006,680.62 budget amendment to record unbudgeted receipts and related expenditures. It opened two new bank accounts for House Bill 1 Park Grant Funds and ARPA revenue‑loss funds. The County Road Aid Program Agreement for $1,925,671.23 was adopted, and several procurement and staffing actions were approved, while the tractor purchase decision was tabled.

• Approved $3,006,680.62 budget amendment for unbudgeted receipts (YES: ALL)
• Approved Treasurer transfers: $75,000 to Jail Fund, $50,000 to 911 Fund, $150 to Special Reserve, $50,000 to LGEA Fund (YES: ALL)
• Approved opening First Southern National Bank account for $3,000,000 HB1 Park Grant Funds at 4.05% fixed interest (YES: ALL)
• Approved opening Independence Bank account for $1,611,294.28 ARPA Funds at variable rate 90% of Federal rate (YES: ALL)
• Approved County Road Aid Program Agreement for $1,925,671.23 (YES: ALL)
• Approved purchase and installation of 12,000‑lb lift for Sheriff’s Maintenance Garage for $15,784.08 (YES: ALL)
• Approved hiring of Jessie Arnold as part‑time Deputy Jailer at $17.24 hourly (YES: ALL)
• Approved Comprehensive Correctional Care bid for inmate medical services for $350,457.50 (YES: Davenport, Goodwin, Wilcutt, Harper, Crawford, Bouldin, Baker)

Fiscal Court

The Logan County Fiscal Court will hold the first reading of an ordinance amending nuisance abatement rules and personal liability for unsafe structures. The court will also hold hearings for LGEA and CRA, consider a resolution for America250KY, and hear a road name change for Angus Road to Angus Way. Several contracts and agreements are up for approval, including a copier lease for the County Attorney's office and a $268,022 state flex funds agreement.

• Hold 1st reading of Ordinance No. 25-830-01 amending nuisance abatement and personal liability for unsafe structures.
• Hold a road hearing to change the name of Angus Road (District 4) to Angus Way.
• Approve Flex Funds Agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for FY 2025-2026 in the amount of $268,022.00.
• Approve agreement with Konica Minolta for copier at County Attorney's office: $211.83/month for 60 months.
• Approve to surplus 24 guns from the Logan County Sheriff's Department.

The court approved a Flex Funds agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for $268,022. It also approved the surplus and trade‑in of 44 Glock pistols and removal of 24 from the sheriff’s inventory. Several budget transfers were authorized, including $75,000 to the Jail Fund and $50,000 to the 911 Fund. Additional actions included extending banking contracts and approving the Extension District’s FY 2025‑2026 budget.

• Approved Flex Funds agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for $268,022 (unanimous)
• Approved surplus and trade‑in of 44 Glock pistols and removal of 24 from inventory (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a 2016 Ford E350 Braun Express Ambulance for $42,871.38 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $75,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Jail Fund (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $15,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to LGEA Fund (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $50,000 from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to 911 Fund (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year extension of banking services contracts with First Southern National Bank and Independence Bank (unanimous)
• Approved Logan County Extension District’s FY 2025‑2026 budget (unanimous)

Fiscal Court

The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider several administrative approvals for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will discuss budget receipts, annual bids, and a grant agreement for park upgrades.

• Grant Agreement with the Commonwealth of Kentucky for HB1 Funds for County and City Parks upgrades and equipment
• Annual Standing Order to Preapprove Certain Recurring Expenses for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Advertising for treating Red River, Whippoorwill Creek, Little Whippoorwill Creek and Pleasant Grove Creek with Vetobac for black flies
• Reappointment of Teneoda Yarbrough to the Human Rights Commission for a 2-year term
• Receipt of the Logan County Detention Center Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

Fiscal Court

The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider approving a purchase agreement for a radio tower on Reservoir Hill and hold the second reading of an ordinance amending nuisance abatement rules. Bids for a new ECC phone system will be opened, and two electrical inspector contracts as well as a hazardous waste grant application are up for approval.

• Approve purchase agreement for a radio tower on Reservoir Hill
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 25-830-01 on nuisance abatement and property owner liability
• Open bids for a new phone system at Logan County ECC
• Approve Electrical Inspector Contract with James Dossett (March 2025-March 2026)
• Approve Kentucky Pride Fund Household Hazardous Waste Grant Application

The Logan County Fiscal Court approved a $3,000,000 appropriation from House Bill 1, allocating $100,000 each to four city parks and $2,600,000 for land purchase and development of the Logan County Park. The court also approved a $391,302.42 bid for a new phone system at the ECC, contingent on a matching grant, and tabled a nuisance ordinance amendment for further revisions.

• Approved minutes of the February 25, 2025 meeting.
• Approved bills in the basket.
• Acknowledged the Treasurer's Financial Statement for February 2025.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-220-01 (Budget Amendment No. 3) increasing revenues and expenditures by $377,067.46.
• Approved Treasurer's Budget Transfers.
• Amended Order #6 of February 25, 2025 to correct the fund name from 911 to LGEA.
• Approved transfers from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Jail Fund ($125,000) and LGEA Fund ($20,000).
• Approved roadwork requests for various districts.

Fiscal Court

The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider several financial and operational items, including approving a resolution to apply for up to $3,000,000 in House Bill 1 funds for park upgrades and equipment. Other actions include approving the Kentucky Pride Fund Recycling Grant application, discussing relocation of Glistening Auto Salvage Yard, approving ARPA fund expenditures for PRECC and Russellville Electric Plant Board, and a purchase agreement for a radio tower on Reservoir Hill. The court will also discuss salary increases for all county employees for FY 25/26 and approve bonds, contracts, and an affiliation with Search and Rescue.

• Approve resolution to apply for $3,000,000 in House Bill 1 funds for Logan County Park upgrades and equipment
• Approve American Rescue Plan Act fund expenditures for PRECC and Russellville Electric Plant Board
• Discuss salary increases for all full-time and part-time county employees for FY 25/26
• Approve purchase agreement for a radio tower on Reservoir Hill between Electric Plant Board and Fiscal Court
• Approve Kentucky Pride Fund Recycling Grant application for FY 2025-2026 including advertising and trailer quotes

The Logan County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a 5-year garbage and recycling collection agreement with Scott Waste Services, LLC covering Auburn, Adairville, Lewisburg, Russellville, and unincorporated areas. The court also approved a $3 million grant application for park upgrades, rehired a sheriff's deputy, and tabled a radio tower purchase agreement.

• Approved 5-year garbage/recycling contract with Scott Waste Services (unanimous)
• Approved HB 1 grant application for Logan County Park upgrades up to $3,000,000 (unanimous)
• Rehired Elijah West as full-time Sheriff's Deputy at $24.15/hr (unanimous)
• Tabled radio tower purchase agreement with Russellville Electric Plant Board (unanimous)
• Approved $11,692.99 ARPA expenditure amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Electrical Inspector Agreement with Jonathan Gardner for 1-year term (unanimous)
• Approved resolution opposing state collection of local occupational fees (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Recovered Waste Facility Permit for Randall's Auto Salvage (unanimous)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court will discuss a proposed Code Enforcement Draft Ordinance and a recommendation from the Building Committee. The court will also consider several approvals, including the FY 2024 audit report, the solid waste annual report, an EMA program fund agreement, and a contribution to the Fair Board for FY 2024-2025. Additionally, a software support agreement for the Logan County Sheriff's Office will be considered.

• Discuss the Code Enforcement Draft Ordinance
• Discuss a recommendation from the Building Committee
• Approve the Fair Board Contribution for FY 2024-2025
• Approve the Software Support and Maintenance Agreement with Government Utilities Technology Service Inc. for the Logan County Sheriff’s Office
• Acknowledge receipt of the Logan County Fiscal Court Audit Report for FY ending June 30, 2024

The Logan County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a $377,067.46 budget amendment, a $175,000 transfer to the jail fund, and a $35,000 transfer to the E911 fund. They also approved hiring Timmy W. Graham as a Heavy Equipment Operator, advanced a nuisance abatement ordinance on first reading (with one no vote), and approved various permits, reports, and agreements.

• Approved Budget Amendment No. 3 (1st reading) (unanimous)
• Approved $175,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax to Jail Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax to E911 Fund (unanimous)
• Hired Timmy W. Graham as Heavy Equipment Operator (unanimous)
• Advanced nuisance abatement ordinance on first reading (6-1, Crawford no)
• Approved 2025 Waste Haulers Permits for H&H Sheetmetal and Silver Creek Rentals (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Recovered Waste Facility Permits for Harris & Harris, Huff's Recycling, Auburn Pallet (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 contribution to Logan County Fair Board (unanimous)

Fiscal Court

The Logan County Fiscal Court will hold the second reading and adoption of an ordinance adding a Deputy Coroner position. Officials will also discuss a Code Enforcement draft, a request for qualifications for engineering at the Logan County Recreation Park, and a funding request from Russellville Little League for a sound system and portable HVAC unit. The agenda includes a broadband status report and discussion of purchasing a radio tower from Russellville Electric Plant Board.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 24-230-07 adding a Deputy Coroner
• Discuss purchase of a radio tower on Reservoir Hill from Russellville Electric Plant Board
• Discuss Request for Qualifications for Engineering for Logan County Recreation Park
• Discuss Russellville Little League’s request for funding for sound system and portable HVAC unit
• Discuss Code Enforcement draft document

The Logan County Fiscal Court approved a $1,611,294.28 transfer from the Broadband Construction Project to a contingent appropriation, and accepted a $75,000 bid for a park feasibility study. It also approved a $70,000 purchase of a radio tower and related equipment, and a $6,500 heater installation at the Sheriff's Maintenance Garage. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1,611,294.28 transfer from Broadband Construction Project to Contingent Appropriation (unanimous)
• Accepted $75,000 bid from Brandstetter Carroll Inc. for Park Feasibility Study and Masterplan (unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 purchase of radio tower, tower building, and propane generator from Russellville Electric Plant Board (unanimous)
• Authorized Sheriff to accept HVAC quote up to $6,500 for heater at Maintenance Garage (unanimous)
• Accepted $6,100 quote from Hammes Roofing for work bench and O.S.B. board replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to Jail Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 transfer from Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to E911 Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $1,600 contribution to Russellville Little League for sound system and HVAC unit (unanimous)

Fiscal Court

The Logan County Fiscal Court will consider rescinding a prior $443,200 agreement for radio consoles, discuss contributions to the Russellville-Logan County Airport and American Red Cross, and approve the CY 2025 Appalachia HIDTA Subaward. The court will also appoint Adam Haley to the Board of Assessment Appeals and receive the Sheriff's Fee Recap.

• Rescind order for GeoConex and Zetron agreements for new radio consoles ($443,200)
• Discuss FY 2024-2025 Russellville-Logan County Airport contribution
• Discuss FY 2024-2025 American Red Cross contribution
• Approve CY 2025 Appalachia HIDTA Subaward
• Appoint Adam Haley to Board of Assessment Appeals for 3-year term

The Logan County Fiscal Court approved all 22 orders on the agenda, including the use of $95,684.41 in American Rescue Plan funds for the Russellville Electric Plant Board. The court also approved budget transfers, roadwork requests, and several appointments and permits. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $95,684.41 ARPA expenditure for Russellville Electric Plant Board (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 transfer from Occupational Tax to Jail Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 transfer from Occupational Tax to LGEA (unanimous)
• Approved $85,000 transfer from Occupational Tax to E911 Fund (unanimous)
• Approved roadwork requests for all six districts (unanimous)
• Approved promotions of Tonya Yates and Elsie Skipworth to Sergeant at Detention Center (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Recovered Waste Facility Permit Renewals for three facilities (unanimous)
• Approved $19,000 Appalachia HIDTA Subaward Agreement for 2025 (unanimous)