Phillip E. Baker

The Logan County Fiscal Court conducted numerous business transactions. Key actions included approving bills, authorizing several Treasurer's Budget Transfers between various line items totaling over $1,300 and approving significant transfers from the Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to the Jail Fund ($55,000.00) and the 911 Fund ($35,000.00). Roadwork requests for continued maintenance across all six districts were approved. Personnel actions included promoting a Deputy Sheriff Trainee to Certified Deputy Sheriff and approving the submission of a Kentucky Office of Homeland Security Law Enforcement reimbursement grant application for the Sheriff's Department. Permit approvals included a 2026 Solid Waste Haulers Permit for Silver Creek Rentals, LLC, and 2026 Recovered Waste Facility Permit Renewals for American Sustainable Pallets, Cumberland Scrap Processors, and Morgan's Recycling. The Court acknowledged receipt of the County Clerk's Fee Report Recap for Calendar Year 2025 and approved the final fee budget for that year. Capital expenditures approved included the purchase of a 2019 Ford F-150 for Animal Care and Control ($12,500.00) and an expenditure approval for Pennyrile Rural Electric under the American Rescue Plan Act ($43,420.38). An agreement was approved with Government Utilities Services, Inc. for website hosting and tax support, and the purchase of an iPad for the Sheriff's Department was authorized. Finally, Tony Adler was reappointed to the Todd County Water Commissioners for a three-year term.

The agenda for the meeting included standard items such as approving bills, reviewing the Treasurer's Report, addressing road work requests, and hearing department head reports. Old business involved a discussion of Commissary Bids that were opened in December 2025. New business featured several actions, including acknowledging the Sheriff's Department Calendar Year 2025 Fee Report Recap, approving amendments to the County Clerk's Fee Budget, advertising for bids for a used baler for the Recycling Center, and approving agreements with Wilson Communications, LLC for Emergency Communications Radio System equipment, parts, maintenance, and monitoring. The court also planned to approve the purchase of a 2025 Caterpillar Mini Excavator, approve an Order of Affiliation for Emergency Management and Search and Rescue for CY 2026, approve the FEMA DR4864 Public Assistance Grant Agreement, and approve training incentive payments for the Finance Officer, Assistant Finance Officer, and County Treasurer. Furthermore, the court intended to amend the ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund Expenditure description summary and approve several items for surplus and scrap inventory, including a copy machine, a printer, and an ice maker. The session concluded with an Executive Session.

The meeting involved several key actions, including the approval of bills and the acknowledgment of the Treasurer's Financial Statement for November 30, 2025, and the Treasurer's Quarterly Financial Statement for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. Several budget transfers were approved, including specific allocations from the Occupational Net Profits Tax Fund to the Jail, LGEA, and 911 Funds, as well as various internal department transfers. Roadwork requests were addressed, including maintenance continuation and specific needs like ditch work and pavement repair. Personnel actions included the hiring of a part-time Deputy Jailer. Permits were approved for a 2026 Recovered Waste Facility and a 2026 Solid Waste Haulers Permit. The court accepted a bid for inmate commissary services and approved the purchase of a 2025 Caterpillar mini excavator from the Kentucky Department of Transportation. Agreements were approved for Emergency Communications Radio System equipment and maintenance. Training incentives were approved for the Finance Officer, Assistant Finance Officer, and County Treasurer. An amendment to the American Rescue Plan Act Expenditure description summary was approved, and several items, including a copy machine and printer, were approved to be surplused for e-scrap.

The Fiscal Court meeting covered a range of topics, including budget transfers, roadwork requests, and acknowledgements of fee reports from the Sheriff and Clerk. The court accepted bids for radio system maintenance and equipment, while rejecting bids for rock and tabling discussions on commissary services. Approvals were given for the County Clerk's and Sheriff's Fee Budgets for 2026, as well as a County Revenue Bond for the Sheriff. The court also approved an expenditure for Pennyrile Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation and made appointments to the Logan County Health Board. Additionally, the agreement with Tyler Kentucky for a new County Website was approved, and a presentation on brick color options for the Patriot Legacy Project Monument was given.

The meeting included discussions and updates on various topics. A project involving bricks was discussed, including the option for emblems signifying different branches of service. There was also a discussion about the design and engraving of the bricks, ensuring the overall appearance is maintained. The meeting covered approval of bills, including bond payments for elected officials. There were questions about bond claims and the potential impact on future bond prices. The treasurer presented budget transfers and cash transfers. Roadwork requests for various districts were reviewed, with a focus on maintenance and potential FEMA funding for specific projects. The meeting concluded with the acknowledgement of the sheriff's fee report.