Fayette County

The board discussed and approved a revision to the 2026 meeting calendar, specifically moving a June certification meeting due to a holiday and statutory constraints. The meeting also included a public hearing regarding voter registration list maintenance, such as removals for deceased, ineligible, or moved voters. The Director provided updates on voter statistics, the status of election supervisor recruitment, and a partnership with the local Board of Education's reach program for exceptional students. Additionally, the board addressed technical issues with polling pads during early voting and discussed proactive planning for future election procedures regarding potential removal of QR codes and legislative changes.

The meeting included the acceptance of the agenda, a proclamation recognizing the 10-year anniversary of the Fed Fire Foundation, and a commendation of two Public Safety employees by the VFW. The Board conducted a public hearing regarding a zoning petition to rezone 3.1 acres from R40 to AR and consolidate it with existing parcels to resolve landlocked status and accommodate future use as a single-family residence and an event venue.

The Board of Elections meeting covered several administrative and operational topics. Key discussions included a report on voter registration cancellations involving deceased individuals, felons, and other adjustments, as well as an update on the total number of registered voters. The Board reviewed the status of polling locations, including necessary moves and co-locations for various precincts. Additionally, the Director provided updates on absentee ballot application acceptance, staff recruitment challenges for the election supervisor position, the status of office renovations and equipment testing, and the appointment process for a board vacancy. The Board also acknowledged the contributions of an office intern.

The board formally exited from an executive session and authorized the chairman to sign the associated affidavit before adjourning the meeting.

The board conducted a public hearing regarding two proposed zoning ordinance amendments. The first amendment concerned Chapter 110, Article 5, specifically regarding conditional uses for churches and the addition of off-site parking as an incidental use. This item was tabled to allow for further review and discussion. The second item addressed a similar zoning amendment to permit off-site parking as a conditional use in the Office Institutional (OI) zoning district to support businesses with temporary parking needs.