Meeting of September 4, 2025

Good evening. I'd like to call this meeting of Davis County Fiscal Court to order. Today is September 4, 2025. Uh, Commissioner Castle, you want to lead us in the prayer and the pledge? — Yes, Judge. Thank you. Please stand if you're able. — God in heaven, thank you for the changing of the seasons and for the periods of rain that can be just enough and not too much. Please be with us as a community to put personal differences aside, to disagree agreeably, and help us as a community to do what's best for all your people. Please help us throughout our country to be civil to one another, to treat others as we would want to be treated, and to have the courage to do the right thing. In your name we pray. Amen. — Amen. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for it stands one nation under God indivisible with liberty and justice for all. — Thank you, Commissioner Brooke. First

item, please. — One can One, consideration for presentation. A, proclaim September 2025 as National Senior Center Month. — Commissioner Condonder, you want to read this one for us? — Thank you, Judge. And yes, it probably does apply to me what I'm about to read. Whereas older Americans are significant members of our society and seniors are investing their wisdom and experience to help enrich and better the lives of younger generations. and as the number of seniors will increase significantly. And whereas the senior citizen community of Owensboro and Davis County has acted as a catalyst for mobilizing the creativity, energy, vitality, and commitment of the older residents of Davis County to recognize National Senior Center Month. And whereas National Senior Center Month, powering possibilities, flip the script, invites us to challenge outdated perceptions of aging and senior center centers. And it celebrates the dynam

dynamic role that senior centers play in fostering creativity, connection, purpose, and resilience later in life. And whereas the senior community center of Owensboro Davis County, Inc. powers possibilities through social connections that combat loneliness, isolation, health, and wellness. Programs that promote vitality, economic security, resources that offer stability, creative, and cultural engagement that brings joy and purpose and assess to and access to services that support independence and well-being. Now therefore, I, Charlie Castle, Davis County Judge Executive, do hereby proclaim September 2025 as National Senior Center Month and call upon all citizens of Davis County to recognize the special contributions of the senior community center of Owensboro Davis County, Inc. participants, staffs, and especially volunteers who work every day for the well-being of older citizens in our community presented in Davis County, Kentucky. this 11th day of September, 2025.

Signed, Charlie Castlin, Davis County Judge Executive. And I believe we have uh Carson Tindle here for the presentation of this. — Okay. If you would like to come uh say a few words and then we'll get a group picture here. Okay. — Um David was wanting to be here, but he's out of town for a few days, so I'm here in his place. But uh we just wanted to thank the county for their continued support and for uh recognizing um uh the month as senior citiz senior center month. Um and we just wanted to thank you all for for all the continued support. — Very good. Let's get we normally get a group. Good. Thank you. B. Proclaim September 2025 as National

Recovery Month. — Commissioner Marxberry, would you care to read this proclamation? — Thank you, Judge. Davis County, Kentucky Proclamation, Office of the County Judge Executive. Whereas the health and well-being of every individual in our community is of the highest importance and behavioral health plays a critical role in achieving overall wellness and fulfilling lives. And whereas millions of people across our nation are impacted by mental health challenges and substance use conditions, but with the right support, treatment, and resources, recovery is not only possible but attainable for many. And whereas in order to assist many individuals in achieving long-term recovery, the US Department of Health and Human Services, SAMHA, the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, and Davis County Fiscal Court encourage all citizens to actively participate in National Recovery Month. And whereas the strength of our community lies in our ability to come together and forge

pathways to recovery with local organizations, health care providers, first responders, law enforcement, educators, and families all playing vital roles in supporting those affected by mental health and substance use challenges. And whereas Davis County Fiscal Court is dedicated to raising awareness, fostering understanding, and providing critical resources that ensure accessible, compassionate care for all in need while promoting hope and healing through treatment and recovery services. And whereas during National Recovery Month, we celebrate the resilience of individuals who have reclaimed their lives through recovery. and we honor the dedication of those who work tirelessly to guide them on this journey. Now, therefore, I, Charlie Castlin, Davis County Judge Executive, do hereby proclaim the month of September 2025 in Davis County, Kentucky as National Recovery Month. Presented in Davis County, Kentucky. This is the 4th day of September 2025. Charlie Castlin, Davis County Judge Executive. — Thank you, Commissioner. I think we have

Chris Satin and also Dr. Ronin Clark here to receive this. So, if you don't mind uh saying a few words and then we'll get our picture with you. — I'd like to thank the uh county commissioners and you as well, Judge Executive, for this proclamation. It's an honor to work in this community in the field of recovery and treatment because we have such awesome support by individuals like you. I've always felt supported by the fiscal court. We do honor those that are in recovery, both that came into recovery just today and those that have years of recovery because it takes a village to help someone with an addiction problem. I was also honored last year at this time to receive the certificate for us becoming Davis County a recovery ready community, which we could not have done without the support of fiscal court. So, I personally want to thank each of you for all you've done to support me through my years of doing this and support our community. — Thank you, Dr. Clark. And I just want to say I had something ready to mention what you just mentioned as far as the recognition of Davis County receiving the recovery ready designation

u which was a significant effort by you and others in in the recovery community. and I want to thank you for your years of service to our community. I've I've been acquainted with you for a long time and uh and your heart that you give uh to to helping those in need is is uh it's it's just something I I don't know that I witness very often and I thank you for your years of of service. [Applause] Three, two, one. Thank you. C 2025 tax rates for the Davis County