Boone County public meetings in 2024
28 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved the 2025 budgets for the Sheriff and County Clerk, as well as a 2024 budget amendment for the County Clerk. The court denied a resolution to design electric vehicle charging stations and approved two zoning map amendments.
- Approved 2025 Sheriff's budget, including 5% pay raise and 7 new positions (4-0)
- Approved 2024 County Clerk budget amendment for $787,548.74 state grant (4-0)
- Approved 2025 County Clerk's budget (4-0)
- Denied agreement with KYTC for electric vehicle charging station design (4-0)
- Approved promotion of Jayme Gerth to Accounting Supervisor (4-0)
- Approved zoning change from A-2 to RSE for 5.8 acres at 3252, 3266, and 3278 Idlewild Road (4-0)
- Approved zoning change from I-1 to SR-2 for 2.3 acres at 1401 Fountain Drive (4-0)
- Approved $168,000 G.R.A.N.T. application for Safe Streets for All project (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court denied a zoning map amendment for a residential development at 1841 Holbrook Lane. The court approved $346,000 in matching funds for the Boone County Conservancy and appointed Lisa Goetz as Director of Finance/County Treasurer.
- Denied zoning map amendment for Charter Commercial at 1841 Holbrook Lane (3-0)
- Approved $346,000 for Boone County Conservancy matching funds (3-0)
- Appointed Lisa Goetz as Director of Finance/County Treasurer (3-0)
- Approved change of concept development plan at 9692 Camp Ernst Road (3-0)
- Approved ordinance amending golf cart use on Whispering Pines Drive (3-0)
- Reappointed Rebecca Utz and Keith Rittinger to Extension District Board (3-0)
- Appointed Barbara Keeling and reappointed Theresa Cruz and Melanie Sperling to Tax Advisory Board on Aging (3-0)
- Authorized application for $200,000 in Recovery Kentucky CDBG funding (3-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court awarded contracts for a new year-round restroom building and the demolition of an amphitheater at Boone Woods Park. The board also approved several personnel appointments and board reappointments. Two ordinances regarding a development plan and golf cart usage received first readings.
- Awarded bid for new Boone Woods Park restroom building to Triumph General Contracting Inc. (3-0)
- Awarded bid for Boone Woods Park amphitheater demolition to Battle Axe Construction Inc. (3-0)
- Approved appointment of Bill Lipscomb to seasonal Public Works position (3-0)
- Approved appointment of Austin Vonderahe as Fleet Services Mechanic (3-0)
- Approved promotion of Jessica Candia to Part Time Administrative Support Specialist (3-0)
- Approved job and rate changes for seven Property Maintenance Department members (3-0)
- Approved appointment of Amanda Burnette as Staff Accountant Generalist (3-0)
- Approved reappointment of Katie Nolan, James Parsons, and appointment of Tom Wiechman to various water and sanitation boards (3-0)
Caucus Meeting
The meeting consisted of a Congressional Gold Award presentation and a discussion regarding Comprehensive Plan Elements. No substantive legislative or financial decisions were made. The meeting concluded with a vote to adjourn.
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved a $212,000 snow and ice removal contract and several personnel appointments, including an acting County Treasurer. The court also approved a change of concept development plan for a 13.6-acre area and awarded a demolition bid for seven structures on River Road.
- Approved $212,000 snow and ice removal contract with Ryan Landcare (4-0)
- Approved demolition of seven structures at 4114-4134 River Road by Evans Landscaping (4-0)
- Approved change of concept development plan for 13.6 acres at Sherwood Lakes Drive (4-0)
- Appointed Kimberley Krugel as Acting County Treasurer (4-0)
- Appointed Jayme Gerth as Acting Finance Supervisor (4-0)
- Awarded traffic signal maintenance contract to Bluegrass Electrical Consultants (4-0)
- Awarded 2024-2025 cold weather sheltering plan to Welcome House of Northern Kentucky (4-0)
- Approved sale of two surplus dump trucks to Harrison County for $4,000 each (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved several infrastructure and waste service contracts, including a road resurfacing project and a joint salt storage facility. The court also authorized multiple personnel appointments and promotions. A request for a 162-unit multi-family complex received its first reading.
- Approved $828,037.50 road resurfacing contract with Eaton Asphalt (3-0)
- Approved $197,660.00 bid for recycling bins and trailers to Pro-Tainer (3-0)
- Approved $122,522.04 hazardous waste collection bid to Environmental Enterprises Inc. (3-0)
- Approved $34,469.00 electronics collection bid to Tri-State eScrap (3-0)
- Approved joint use and cost sharing agreement with Walton-Verona Independent School District for salt storage (3-0)
- Approved playground design and installation at Giles Conrad Park to DWA Recreation (3-0)
- Approved appointments of Victoria Hill, Ed Feist, Randall Carpenter, and Michael Deitmaring (3-0)
- Approved reappointment of Bill Viox, Keith Noel, and Jack Wells to county boards (3-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court established a dedicated road and infrastructure fund and approved a contract with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for snow and ice operations. The court also approved two zoning map amendments and several personnel appointments.
- Approved $607,558 property tax restriction for a new road/infrastructure fund (4-0)
- Approved KYTC snow and ice operations contract for 50 miles of state roadways (4-0)
- Approved zoning amendment from Rural Suburban to Commercial Two at Mineola Pike and Olympic Blvd (4-0)
- Approved zoning amendment from Public Facilities to Suburban Residential One at Man O War Blvd (4-0)
- Approved $45,500 grant-funded bid for paper shredder to Allegheny Paper Shredders Corporation (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Adrianna Haynes as Dispatcher (4-0)
- Approved appointment of John Black as Emergency Management Specialist (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Carolyn Dwyer to Northern Kentucky District Board of Health (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved the updated goals for the 'Our Boone County Plan 2045' and passed three zoning and development ordinances. A public hearing was held regarding proposed 2024 tax rates, and two zoning amendments received first readings.
- Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved August 28, 2024 caucus meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved ordinance adopting goals for 'Our Boone County Plan 2045' (4-0)
- Approved Richwood Development LLC request for concept plan change and variances at 460, 468, and 476 Davis Lane (4-0)
- Approved Midland Atlantic Properties zoning map amendment for 53 acres at Graves Road and Worldwide Boulevard (4-0)
- First reading of zoning amendment for Steve Berling/Corporex Parks at Mineola Pike and Olympic Boulevard
- First reading of zoning amendment for Triple Crown Developers/St. Elizabeth Medical Center at Man O War Boulevard
- First reading of occupational license fee credit amendments for Post Glover Resistors, Inc. and Post Glover Lifelink, Inc.
Caucus Meeting
The meeting consisted of public comments and a presentation on social media and crisis communications policies. No official actions were taken other than rescheduling a future meeting and adjourning. A final draft of the social media policy will be presented for approval at a later date.
- Rescheduled October 17 meeting to October 24 at 5:30pm
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court denied a zoning map amendment for a 34.87-acre residential project at Richwood Road and Schmidt Lane. The court also approved the 2023 Sheriff's Department tax settlements and several personnel appointments. First readings were held for two other commercial development requests.
- Denied zoning map amendment for Jake's Farm residential development (4-0)
- Approved unaudited 2023 Sheriff's Department tax settlements (4-0)
- Approved appointment of seasonal new hires for county golf courses (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Karen Feighery as Administrative Services Supervisor for Public Works (4-0)
- Approved reappointment of Patrick Raverty, Caroline Weltzer, and Marie Schenkel to NKADD Board (4-0)
- Approved amendment to Mental Health, Intellectual Disability and Aging Occupational Tax ordinance (4-0)
- First reading held for Richwood Development LLC concept plan
- First reading held for Midland Atlantic Properties zoning map amendment
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved a water main expansion covering 29 streets and 317 homes. The board also authorized several personnel promotions, a new HVAC system for the Justice Center, and budget transfers.
- Approved Boone County Water Main Expansion - Rural Water 3.0 ($13,391,000) (4-0)
- Awarded HVAC control system bid for Justice Center to EDI Inc. ($323,237) (4-0)
- Approved $3,555,677.40 in budget transfers for FY 2024-2025 (4-0)
- Approved lease agreement with Boone County Assisted Housing Department (4-0)
- Rejected all bids for Solid Waste Division bag breaker (4-0)
- Approved appointments for Rob Franxman and Tom Logan to NKSWMA (4-0)
- Approved promotions for Jackson Webster, Logan Robinson, Everett Hatmaker, and Ryan Linville (4-0)
- Approved appointments for Zachary Kerns, Katherine Trenkamp, and Lisa Mullins (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved the creation of a standalone Code Enforcement and Safety Department and appointed its leadership. The board also approved a zoning map amendment for a special sign district and a tax credit for Skilcraft, LLC.
- Approved appointment of Nick Wilson as Director of Code Enforcement and Safety (4-0)
- Approved promotion of Trey Works to Chief Code Enforcement Officer (4-0)
- Approved promotion of Lisa Hoffmann to Deputy Director of Code Enforcement and Safety (4-0)
- Approved zoning map amendment for special sign district at 2841-2885 Verona Mudlick Road (4-0)
- Approved occupational license fee credit for Skilcraft, LLC (4-0)
- Approved bid for Sequoia Drive storm sewer design to CT Consultants (4-0)
- Approved renewal of agreement with Greater Cincinnati Crime Stoppers (4-0)
- Postponed second reading of zoning amendment for Richwood Road/Schmidt Lane to August 20
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court voted to remove a zoning map amendment for Jake's Farm Real Estate Development Company, LLC, directing staff to prepare Findings of Fact to overturn the Planning Commission's recommendation. Other actions included approving a public alley vacation and a license fee ordinance for peer-to-peer car sharing.
- Approved vacation of public alley right-of-way at 3028 Front Street (4-0)
- Approved ordinance levying license fees on U-Drive-It and peer-to-peer car sharing (4-0)
- Removed zoning map amendment for Jake's Farm Real Estate Development Company, LLC (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Edward Horgan to Building Inspector Appeals Board (4-0)
- Approved reappointments of Brian Fry and Mark Looy to NKCVB Commission (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Deborah Dutton-Lambert to Public Library Board of Trustees (4-0)
- Approved reappointment of Michael Jones, MD to Northern Kentucky District Board of Health (3-1)
- Approved minutes from June 18 and June 28, 2024 meetings (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved final invoice reports and two budget transfers for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. Additionally, the court approved a resolution to pre-approve recurring expenses for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
- Approved Invoice Report and Golf Invoice Report dated June 28, 2024 (4-0)
- Approved Pre-Paid Invoice Reports dated June 25 and June 20, 2024 (4-0)
- Approved Fiscal Court Order #35 for budget transfers of $180,354.31 (4-0)
- Approved Fiscal Court Order #36 for budget transfers of $5,747.36 (4-0)
- Approved resolution to pre-approve recurring expenses for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved the Fiscal Year 2025 budget with no tax increases and passed an ordinance prohibiting cannabis business operations. Two zoning map amendments were approved, and several personnel appointments and promotions were finalized.
- Approved FY 2025 Annual Budget and Appropriations (4-0)
- Approved ordinance prohibiting cannabis business operations (4-0)
- Approved zoning change from SR-1 to I-1 at 10709 Dixie Highway (4-0)
- Approved zoning change from RSE to SR-3/C-1/O-1/PD at 1685 Stahl Road (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Megan Green, Chelsea Chorley, and Jared Owens as Police Navigators/Social Workers (4-0)
- Approved promotion of Alvin Poweleit to Interim Golf Course Grounds Superintendent (4-0)
- Approved promotion of Ken Points to Interim Solid Waste Supervisor (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Ryan King as Animal Control Officer (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court held a caucus meeting consisting of presentations and public comments. No substantive legislative or budgetary decisions were made; the court only voted to adjourn the meeting.
- Adjourned the meeting (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved three zoning map amendments for residential and commercial developments. The board also appointed a new Director of Human Resources and authorized seasonal staff appointments.
- Approved appointment of Jeffrey Lucas as Director of Human Resources (4-0)
- Approved appointment of seasonal staff for county departments (4-0)
- Approved zoning amendment from I-3 to SR-1 at 6056 Burlington Pike (4-0)
- Approved concept plan and special sign district zoning at North Bend Road (4-0)
- Approved zoning amendment from R to R/PD at 2560 and 2575 Camp Farm Road (3-1)
- Approved term correction for Anthony Frohlich on Archive Commission (4-0)
- Approved reappointment of Justin Bailey to Hebron Fire Protection District Board (4-0)
- Approved reappointment of Anthony Wolfe to Northern Kentucky District Board of Health (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved a zoning map amendment and variance for a 3.6-acre area at the terminus of Asbury Way. The court also authorized several personnel appointments and board reappointments. A public hearing was held for the proposed FY2025 County Budget, with a second reading scheduled for June 18.
- Approved zoning amendment from SR-1 to SR-2 and side yard setback variance for Asbury Development, LLC (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Tyler Orling as Engineering Services Specialist (4-0)
- Approved appointment of seasonal staff for various county departments (4-0)
- Approved reappointment of Richard Elwell to the BE NKY Board of Directors (4-0)
- Approved reappointment of Anthony Frohlich to the Boone County Archive Commission (4-0)
- Approved reappointment of Satoshia Meyer, Nancy Collins, Pat Gutzeit and Angela Greene to the NKADD Council on Aging (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Debbie Conrad to the Boone County Historic Preservation Review Board (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Patty Reisz to the Boone County Public Library Board of Trustees (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved a resolution to apply for Kentucky Product Development Initiative funding for a manufacturing site at CVG Airport. The court also approved several personnel appointments and fire district board reappointments. A zoning amendment for Asbury Development received its first reading.
- Approved resolution supporting KPDI funding application for CVG Airport (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Joan Arnold as Veterinary Technician (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Shawn Pickering as Seasonal Assistant Food and Beverage Manager (4-0)
- Approved promotion of Colton Shinkle to Public Works Laborer (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Ty Kelly and Logan Robinson as Public Services Laborers (4-0)
- Approved reappointments to Florence, Burlington, Point Pleasant, Belleview-McVille, Verona, and Union Fire Protection District Boards (4-0)
- Approved changes to the Assisted Housing Administrative Plan (4-0)
- Approved custodial supply contract renewal for FY 2025 with Federal Supply and Stigler Supply Company (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court held a budget caucus to review the proposed FY2025 operating budget of $273,053,127. No formal votes were taken on budget appropriations; the budget will be posted for public review on May 1 with a public hearing scheduled for May 21.
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved a $830,000 rural secondary road program and an ordinance regarding alcohol consumption in county parks. Several board appointments and service contracts were approved, while a resolution for the Assisted Housing Administrative Plan was tabled.
- Approved FY2024-25 KYTC Rural Secondary Program including $124,517 in flex funds (4-0)
- Approved ordinance amending alcohol consumption rules in county parks (3-1)
- Approved bid for decedent removal and transportation to Don Catchen and Sons Funeral Home/C & C Mortuary Services (4-0)
- Approved bid for Justice Center painting services to CertaPro (4-0)
- Tabled Assisted Housing Administrative Plan resolution until May 7 meeting (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Adam Turcol as dispatcher for Public Safety Communication Center (4-0)
- Approved appointments to Transportation Improvement District Board of Trustees: David Wallace, John Toebben, and Matt Dedden (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Jonathan Vinson to Board of Adjustment and Jack Nickerson to PVA Assessment Appeals Board (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved several personnel appointments, equipment purchases, and budget transfers. A first reading was held for an ordinance regarding alcohol consumption in county parks. The court also authorized a change order for the Union-Walton paving project to improve traffic safety.
- Approved $167,309 change order to widen Frontage Road for Union-Walton paving project (3-0)
- Approved bid to Geiler Company for new Administration Building cooling tower (3-0)
- Approved purchase of two 2024 Chevrolet Equinox SUVs from Bachman Auto Group (3-0)
- Approved $1,092,358 and $46,000 budget transfers within FY 2023-2024 (3-0)
- Approved appointments of Sarah Growney and Brianna Morris as dispatchers (3-0)
- Approved promotion of Zachary Roell to Truck Driver/Equipment Operator (3-0)
- Approved appointment of Aaron Bludworth to NK Convention Center Corp Board (3-0)
- Adopted Northern Kentucky Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan, 2024 (3-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved a zoning map amendment for the Robert E. Reeves Estate to allow for a planned development. The court also authorized several personnel appointments and approved vehicle procurement for the Sheriff's Department. A memorandum of agreement for industrial revenue bonds for Trellis Loop Florence I, LLC was approved.
- Approved zoning change from RSE/UTO to SR-1/PD for 2063 Hathaway Road (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Michael Posey as Dispatcher (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Bobby Saylor as Property Maintenance Technician/Plumber (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Nathaniel Pugh as Property Maintenance Technician (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Marie Schenkel to the NKADD Board of Directors (4-0)
- Rejected all bids for police special service vehicles (4-0)
- Awarded one-ton pickup truck bid for Sheriff's Department to Bachman Auto Group (4-0)
- Approved memorandum of agreement for industrial revenue bonds for Trellis Loop Florence I, LLC (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved the use of opioid abatement funds to create a police navigator/social worker program. The board also authorized mid-year tax fund allocations for social service agencies and a specific allocation for the FIESTA food box program. Several personnel appointments for the Parks and Emergency Management departments were approved.
- Approved use of opioid abatement funds for police navigator/social worker positions (3-0)
- Approved $127,900 in FY 2024 mid-year tax fund allocations for social service agencies (3-0)
- Approved $10,000 tax fund allocation for FIESTA food box program (3-0)
- Approved $15,309.58 for PublicInput communications software (3-0)
- Approved promotions of Jeremy Mahoney and Keith Osborne to Parks Crew Leader (3-0)
- Approved appointment of Ben Oldiges as Parks Deputy Director (3-0)
- Approved appointment of Chris Brison to Walton Fire Protection District Board of Trustees (3-0)
- Approved extension of CodeRed/Next Services mass alert agreement for one year (3-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court held a caucus meeting featuring public comments on warehouse and apartment growth and presentations on communication strategies and 911 funding. No substantive policy decisions or ordinances were voted on during the session.
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court established a new Transportation Improvement District and approved a zoning amendment for a development at Burlington Pike and Camp Ernst Road. The court also accepted an amended 2021 audit and appointed two personnel positions.
- Approved ordinance creating the Boone County Transportation Improvement District (3-1)
- Approved zoning map amendment for Continental Fund 734 LLC at Burlington Pike and Camp Ernst Road (4-0)
- Approved resolution accepting the amended FY 2021 audit report (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Austin Ford as Animal Control Officer (4-0)
- Approved promotion of Ashley (Elizabeth) Schwanenberger to Shift Supervisor for Public Safety Communication Center (4-0)
- Approved minutes from January 23, 2024 meeting (4-0)
- First reading of zoning map amendment for Great Places/Robert Reeves at 2063 Hathaway Road (Pending second reading March 5)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court approved several staff appointments and a job description change for the Assisted Housing Department. Three zoning map amendments received first readings and are scheduled for a second reading on February 6. One ordinance was permanently tabled.
- Approved minutes from January 9, 2024 (4-0)
- First reading approved for Continental Fund 734 LLC zoning amendment (Burlington Pike and Camp Ernst Road)
- First reading approved for Rose Powell zoning amendment (Ryle Road)
- First reading approved for Stephen K. Dallas zoning amendment (1113 Boone Aire Road)
- Appointed Brooklynn Beach as Dispatcher (4-0)
- Appointed Bryan Vice as Golf Course Grounds Superintendent (4-0)
- Appointed Joe Thiessen as Electrician (4-0)
- Appointed Kevin Vogelpohl as Emergency Management Director (4-0)
Regular Meeting
The Fiscal Court awarded three resurfacing contracts to Eaton Asphalt for Union, Walton, Hebron, and Florence. The court also approved a zoning map amendment for a property at Mt. Zion Road and Lakeside Drive.
- Approved $2,832,922 total bid to Eaton Asphalt for FY24 asphalt resurfacing in Union, Walton, Hebron, and Florence (4-0)
- Approved zoning map amendment from Mobile Home Park (MHP) to Commercial Four (C-4) at Mt. Zion Road and Lakeside Drive (4-0)
- Approved first amendment to MOU with Boone County Water District for Rural Water Phase 2 program (4-0)
- Approved joinder agreement for Kentucky Employees’ 457 and Kentucky Public Employees’ 401(k) plans (4-0)
- Approved budget transfers of $125,158.60 via Fiscal Court Order #16 (4-0)
- Approved December 19, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Invoice, Golf Invoice, and Pre-Paid Invoice reports (4-0)
- First Reading of ordinance creating Transportation Improvement District (TID) read into record