Denise Bell

The Fiscal Court recognized several citizens for their actions as first responders during a medical emergency. The meeting also addressed financial reporting, the approval of funding for downtown arts agencies based on hotel-motel tax revenue for capital projects, and a grant application for a new emergency siren in the Philpot area.

The court approved the payment of departmental claims and reviewed debt service payments for the Convention Center, noting that the bond is expected to be paid off around 2023. Discussion occurred regarding the tourist tax distribution and an agreement for bridge design projects in the rural secondary program, specifically concerning structures on Pincushion Road, Jackson Road, North Ladean Bridge Road, and Drury Road. Several board appointments were finalized, including positions on the Mid-America Development Review Board, the Drainage Commission, the Council on Aging, the Planning and Zoning Commission, the GRAD Board, and the Regional Industrial Development Authority. Commissioners concluded by highlighting the upcoming state of the county meeting, the status of the current budget, and local holiday attractions at Panther Creek Park.

The court approved budget transfers for various funds, a salary schedule reflecting a 2% COLA adjustment, a parochial school student transportation contract, and the appointment of Richard Stallings to the drainage commission. Additionally, the court held second readings for ordinances amending the zoning ordinance and expanding the sale of alcoholic beverages on Sundays. The court also discussed the donation of an 1825 log cabin to the Pioneer Village and acknowledged various Memorial Day weekend events.

The meeting included a public hearing regarding the use of County Road Aid and Local Government Economic Assistance Funds. Key agenda items included the proclamation for Police Memorial Week, the presentation of the Treasurer's Report, and the consideration of various contracts and agreements, such as those for fireworks displays and transportation services for non-public school students. Several appointments to regional boards were made, and the first readings of the county budget and an ordinance concerning a special transient room tax were conducted. Additionally, the court discussed issues related to Free Silver Road mining.

The agenda includes the consideration of various administrative items such as the review of department claims, the settlement of the 2012 county tax, and a memorandum of agreement with the City of Owensboro regarding road paving. The court will address a bid for the judicial center roof replacement and declare a road tractor as surplus. Appointments to the Drug and Alcohol Steering Committee and the Animal Control Commission are on the schedule. Additionally, the court will hold a second reading of an ordinance concerning the adoption of the 2013 tax rates, recognize employees for work anniversaries, and allow for general business discussion and public comments.