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The Grayson County Fiscal Court opened with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance before working through a long list of routine financial and administrative approvals, including the minutes, payment of bills, treasurer's budget transfers and settlements (monthly, quarterly, and annual), the small purchase maximum update required by House Bill 392, several KYTC road/bridge resurfacing and repair agreements (JD Hudson, Pine Knob, Laurel Grove, and Sadler Lane roads, plus the Pleasant View Bridge), lease renewals with the East Grayson (Big Clifty) fire department/community center and Central Kentucky Community Action Council, the courthouse janitorial contract, the EMS contract, and a series of jailer and sheriff budget, settlement, and tax approvals. All of these passed with little discussion. A major portion of the meeting was devoted to opening and comparing sealed bids for a new farmers market building. Two bids were reviewed in detail — one from Todd Steel Buildings (~$175,483) and one from Scott Murphy & Daniel Building Systems out of Bowling Green (~$187,249) — with magistrates carefully comparing specifications (gauge, insulation, wall panels) to make sure the bids were truly comparable. After discussion confirming the specs were essentially equivalent, the court voted to award the contract to Todd Steel Buildings for $175,483.34, with one magistrate voting against. In new business, the court approved additional bills submitted late, approved accepting Canebrake's bid for crushed stone (No. 610 rock) after confirming with auditors that the county could split stone purchases between vendors, and voted to move the September meeting to Thursday, September 10th at the usual time due to a scheduling conflict. During public comment, two residents raised concerns about the county's financial relationship with the Grayson County Detention Center's ICE detention contract. One speaker argued that for-profit immigrant detention amounts to human trafficking and urged the court to reconsider participation. Another speaker, who has been pursuing open records requests about the jail's ICE-related finances, criticized a $101 fee charged for records, cited pending federal habeas cases tied to detainees held locally, and asked the court to require full public accounting of detention-related revenue and to begin ending the ICE detention contract. A magistrate noted difficulty getting responses to an open records request submitted to the county's listed contact. The meeting closed with no further old or new business reported by magistrates and a motion to adjourn.

The Grayson County Fiscal Court handled a lengthy consent-style agenda, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers and settlements for the treasurer, jailer, and sheriff, along with the second reading of the 2026-2027 county budget, an updated administrative code, and a new personnel policy. The court also approved the sheriff's request to declare a batch of weapons as surplus property so they can be sold to deputies at fair market value through a licensed dealer, and approved tourism and library board items. A major portion of the meeting was devoted to opening and awarding annual road-department supply bids, including crushed limestone (aggregate), asphalt materials, plant hot mix, drainage tile/culverts, gas and diesel fuel, hauling services, and cold mix. After discussion of a rule requiring the county to accept only one bid per item (rather than splitting purchases by convenience), the court generally awarded contracts to the lowest bidder for each item — Scotty's for most aggregate sizes, Caneyville Crushed Stone only for the cheaper number-9 stone, Civicon for culvert tile, A&E Hauling for haul bills, and Flynn Brothers for cold mix. The court also approved a nonexclusive telecommunications franchise agreement with Kinetic (formerly Windstream) to use county rights-of-way, approved late bills for signage and courthouse roof repair, authorized opening a new bank account for the economic development fund, and switched county health insurance to KACO's Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield plan effective August 1, 2026, due to rising costs. Staff gave updates on grant applications submitted to the 911 services board for mapping/GIS help and a backup clock/server system, and discussed pursuing a grant to add a fourth dispatch console. Officials praised the near-completion of the new EMS building, noting significant cost savings from using county road department staff, with a ribbon cutting expected in two to three weeks. During public comment, two residents used their time to criticize the county's continued housing of ICE detainees at the detention center, citing chronic overcrowding, and called for transparency and an end to the 287(g) agreement, arguing that federal detainee contracts are being prioritized over local needs.

The court handled a full slate of routine business at this meeting, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for the county, jailer, sheriff, and county clerk without discussion or opposition. The court also approved the first reading of the proposed 2026-2027 county budget. Several infrastructure and equipment items were approved: a cooperative agreement for county road aid funding, the second reading of a telecommunications franchise ordinance (mainly affecting Windstream), and an order renaming a road in Nolan Estates from Scenic Drive to part of Nolan Estates Road. The court also approved purchase of a used 2022 Case backhoe for $85,000 from Wright Implement, well under the cost of a new one. A significant item was approval for the Emergency Management Director to apply for a $426,000 FEMA grant to fund 12 tornado shelters (25-person capacity) at fire departments throughout the county, with the county responsible for a 25% match. The court also approved a $506,000 master agreement modification with the Commonwealth of Kentucky and authorized the judge executive to sign a related repair estimate for Ridge Crest Drive, which was damaged in a flood and has been in FEMA's repair pipeline for roughly a year. The court also approved a fully executed cell phone tower release agreement with Alpha Towers. In old business, a magistrate reported that a lawsuit over damage to a church road, filed with the court's approval, has been settled. A representative from CASA of the Heartland (court-appointed special advocates for children) gave an extensive presentation on the organization's work in Grayson County, noting 67 children served last year and 27 still on a waiting list due to a lack of local volunteers. The court approved a $3,000 budget allocation to CASA, with magistrates expressing support for the organization's mission.

The court moved through a lengthy routine consent agenda, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers and settlements for the treasurer, jailer, and sheriff, accepting the sheriff's office audit, and approving the proposed county budget for submission ahead of the May 1 deadline. Several resolutions were also passed, including a first reading of a new nonexclusive telecommunications franchise ordinance (prompted by Windstream's corporate restructuring), a stopgap resolution acknowledging Windstream's facilities in county right-of-way, a bussing grant contract with St. Paul's, and a farmers market cooperative agreement with the city. A significant dispute arose over Calvin Allen Road, where a resident, Laura Milner, argued the road (specifically her father's driveway) was never properly accepted as a county road and should be removed from county records as private. The county attorney and magistrates disagreed, citing a 1987 acceptance of part of the road and decades of county maintenance, and noted a resident had removed a county road sign — an act they characterized as theft and a violation of state law. The court decided to reinstall the road sign and maintain its position that the road is public, telling the resident she was welcome to sue. During public comment, a resident asked about the status of paving for Hudson Road; officials explained that PPPC/discretionary funding had been approved by the state but not yet scheduled, with paving possibly happening in fall if funds are released July 1. Two public commenters, Brittany Spriggs and Chelsea Haggard, used the public comment period to sharply criticize the fiscal court over its cooperation with ICE detainee housing arrangements, citing open records requests from media and the ACLU regarding financial details, and accusing the court of prioritizing money over community trust and law enforcement values. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

This was a short, largely procedural meeting dominated by routine approvals. The court approved minutes from the previous meeting, payment of bills, several treasurer and jailer budget transfers and settlements, jailer salary schedules, a Kentucky 911 Service Board grant application, clerk's statements of revenue and expenditures for two reporting periods, the sheriff's monthly settlement and grant resolution, incentive payments for the month, and a set of additional bills that arrived after checks were printed. All motions passed unanimously with no discussion of substance. There were no updates from fiscal court committees and no old business. New business was limited to the additional bills item described above. The most substantive part of the meeting was public comment, where two residents spoke at length. Britney Spo addressed the treatment of children by immigration enforcement nationally, urging the court to consider the moral and educational harm caused when children fear detention or family separation. Kylie Miller raised pointed concerns about the Grayson County Detention Center, citing multiple federal habeas corpus rulings against the facility, alleging it is held over its 536-bed capacity (740 people, 647 federal detainees as of February 5th), and warning that the county's jail fund has become financially dependent on federal detention revenue tied to a $15 million bond and associated interest. She criticized named officials for not addressing community concerns about 287(g) immigration enforcement agreements and said the issue was drawing national media attention. No other residents wished to speak, and the meeting was adjourned without further discussion.

The fiscal court moved through a lengthy consent-style agenda, approving routine items including minutes, bills, budget transfers, treasurer's and sheriff's settlements, and the sheriff's fourth-quarter budget update. The court also accepted the sheriff's 2025 excess fees (~$239,357.46) and approved using those funds for 2026 payroll and other expenses. The court approved putting Baron Clemens on as a new electrical inspector after he completed required state training, and voted to place a petition for alcohol sales at the golf course (South A precinct) on the May 19, 2026 ballot, having confirmed the petition met signature and wording requirements. Appointments to the tourism board were also approved. In new business, the court approved appointing Emily Gibson as the county's new addiction reduction officer, funded through opioid abatement dollars. A motion also passed to allow compensation for volunteers who assist with events such as search and rescue and flood response, on an as-needed basis. Three additional bills received that week were approved for payment. No old business was raised. The meeting closed with an extended public comment period in which multiple speakers, including a former 911 dispatcher, sharply criticized Sheriff Chaffins and Judge Executive Henderson for entering a 287(g) agreement with ICE, raising concerns about training standards, human rights, and accountability, and calling for the agreement to be ended.

The December 18 meeting was largely a routine end-of-year housekeeping session, with the court working through a long list of budget transfers, bond approvals, and settlement approvals for several county offices, including the sheriff, jailer, county clerk, and treasurer. All of these routine items passed without objection or discussion. One substantive item was the approval to officially discontinue and revert the last 1.23 miles of Tonsel (also spelled Tunsell) Road, a short county-maintained road in Magistrate Denniss's district. County officials had worked with property owners to relocate maintenance boundaries off private property after a gate dispute, and disinterested viewers confirmed everything was in order before the court approved the change. The court also approved a late bill of $7,717.45 to Backyard Building Supply for metal materials for the new EMS office, which is nearing completion — magistrates noted the building now has drywall work starting and is beginning to take shape. During updates, the Sheriff's office reported a successful "Shop with a Cop" event over the weekend that outfitted about 80 kids with help from BFW and community donations, with more volunteers than kids participating this year. Public comment included a lengthy statement from a resident, Britney, raising moral and scriptural concerns about immigration enforcement and detention practices, framing it in the context of the Christmas season. A representative for a congressional campaign (for Congressman Barr, running for U.S. Senate) also introduced himself and mentioned plans to hold community outreach events in the new year. The meeting concluded with no old business and a motion to adjourn.

The fiscal court handled a full slate of routine business, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for both the treasurer's office and the jailer, as well as sheriff's monthly settlement and incentive payments. The court also accepted health department minutes and approved a mapping service agreement with Lincoln Trail ADD for county road mapping. Significant economic development items were approved, including the RDAP 2025-2026 project scope and budget (Tennessee Valley Authority economic development funds) and a related SPG resolution tied to acquiring property within city limits for future industrial development; details on the property location were withheld for the time being. The court approved appointing two viewers (Nick Crawford and Clay Levon) to inspect a petitioned partial closure of Tonsel Road in Jason's district, and approved the 911 record logs rotation list. No new or old business was raised by magistrates. Emergency Management director Blake gave an update on a recent successful search for a missing 19-year-old woman, who was found safe after about four hours. During public comment, two residents, Britney and Kylie, sharply criticized the county's detention of ICE detainees, alleging the county profits from unconstitutional detentions and citing case law on ICE detainers not being warrants. The meeting closed with a retirement recognition for longtime county clerk Charlotte, honored for 30 years of service (23 as deputy clerk, 7 as clerk), before the court voted to adjourn.

The court moved through a lengthy list of routine business items, approving minutes, monthly bill payments, treasurer and sheriff settlements, and the jailer's budget transfers without objection. Magistrates also formally repealed county appointments to the Edmonson County Water Board now that Grayson County Water District has taken over that service area. Tax rates for 2025 were set unchanged from last year: the county real property rate stays at 66 cents (tangible 79), the motor vehicle/watercraft rate stays at 79, and the hospital taxing district's real property rate actually dropped from 40 to 38 cents (its motor vehicle/watercraft rate stays at 50). The court also accepted annual financial reports from the conservation district and several local watershed districts, and approved a resolution letting the judge-executive serve as a non-voting, ex-officio member of the Litchfield-Grayson County Economic Development Board. Several late-arriving bills were approved, including payment to Dusty Hammers Cabinetry for outfitting a new mobile emergency command/search-and-rescue trailer (funded by grants from the health department and hospital association) and a $5,000 payment to Scotty's from the LGA fund. A minor jail policy change requested by an inspector was also approved. Public comment ran long and became contentious. Representatives of a newly formed Grayson County Citizens for Democracy chapter raised concerns about jail overcrowding, ICE detentions, and a recent press release that emphasized a suspect's immigration status alongside serious charges. The sheriff defended the department's practices, saying news releases are handled consistently regardless of immigration status, and pushed back on claims that the jail is overcrowded, citing a higher total bed count across three facilities than critics used in their calculations. A second speaker described the case of a detained caregiver and made a series of demands including her release and an end to housing detainees in the jail without judicial warrants. Exchanges grew heated near the end regarding whether court members had previously laughed at a speaker, culminating in a confusing, apparently informal motion amid the argument. For residents, the practical takeaways are that tax rates remain flat for another year, several county financial reports and routine bills were approved without issue, and the county now has a fully outfitted emergency response trailer. The jail overcrowding and ICE cooperation debate remains unresolved, with an outside town hall planned for September 4 to discuss it further.

The fiscal court opened with a prayer and pledge, then moved through a lengthy list of routine financial and administrative approvals, including minutes, payment of bills, treasurer's and jailer's budget transfers and settlements, the FY2023 audit acceptance, and the sheriff's quarterly budget. All of these passed without discussion or objection. The court approved a resolution with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for previously completed resurfacing work on Hickory Flats Road and Easley Road, and approved minor updates to the 911 employee handbook to reflect shared use of a jail vehicle. Magistrates also approved the purchase of a 2-acre tract of land beside the new EMS office for $30,000, with the deed already prepared. Under other business, it was noted that Emergency Management received grant funding to outfit a large trailer as a mobile command post, and that Magistrate Jason had donated a county jail-owned F250 truck to tow it. The bulk of the meeting's discussion time was devoted to public comments about Senate Bill 63, which allows counties to permit ATVs/UTVs on public roads. Residents asked about the county's plans; officials explained that many unresolved questions remain around insurance, registration, equipment requirements (turn signals, seat belts, mirrors), and enforcement burden on the sheriff's office and 911 dispatch. The judge and magistrates said they are awaiting guidance and seminars from the Kentucky Association of Counties, and want to study how other counties (including one where a fatal UTV accident recently occurred) have handled implementation before deciding whether to adopt the ordinance. No formal action was taken on SB 63, and officials said it would likely come up again at a future meeting, possibly with more input from residents and law enforcement. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

The court handled a long list of routine business first, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, monthly settlements, an opioid fund account number change, closure of the ARPA bank account, first reading of the 2026 county budget, jailer and sheriff financial items, and county clerk claims. No one appeared for the scheduled County Road Aid / LGEA hearing. A major portion of the meeting was a presentation by Sheriff Norman Chaffins and Flock Safety representative Spencer on license-plate-reader (Flock) cameras. The system would cost about $46,000 initially (with installation waived, a $15,000 savings) and roughly $46,000–$60,000 per year in recurring costs for up to 20 cameras, which link with Elizabethtown/Hardin County's existing network and can trigger real-time and Amber Alert notifications to 911 dispatch. No vote was taken; the court asked Flock to prepare proposals for 10, 15, and 20-camera deployments and to look into available grants. The court approved a resolution authorizing the interlocal cooperation agreement establishing the Litchfield-Grayson County Economic Development Board, declared a 2018 Chevrolet/McCoy Miller ambulance as surplus property, approved advertising for road material bids, and approved a countywide automatic mutual aid agreement among fire departments. Emergency management updates included news that Grayson County was approved for FEMA Individual Assistance for the April 2 storms, with residents encouraged to apply for damage to private property, and that a separate FEMA Public Assistance request for road/infrastructure damage (potentially several million dollars, including a major repair north of $2 million in one district) is still pending. The court also went into executive session to discuss personnel matters. In other business, the court closed out repairs on Eighthly (Eively) Road pending about $3,300 in guardrail work, and declared an emergency for Fragrant Road Bridge, which the state ordered closed; the road department will install a temporary water crossing (likely box culverts) to keep residents from being cut off while emergency funding is sought. The meeting ended with approval of late treasurer and jail bills and a motion to adjourn.

The court opened with prayer led by a local pastor and signed a proclamation for the National Day of Prayer, followed by routine approval of minutes, bills, budget transfers, and monthly/quarterly settlements for the treasurer, jailer, and sheriff. The court also approved the county road aid cooperative agreement, a busing grant contract for St. Paul, health board minutes, the extension office's budget, and a list of surplus property to be sold via GovDeals. A resolution recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week was passed, with heartfelt remarks about the county's 911 dispatchers, including a story about a dispatcher who helped save Magistrate Norman's life. The court also discussed donating a small triangle of county property near South Clinton Street to the Green Ridge Grayson Head Start program to expand their parking lot, while retaining an easement for county access. Under new business, Sheriff's office representatives discussed the Behind the Badge fund, which awarded $1,000 scholarships to all 26 graduating senior applicants this year. The county attorney noted new enforcement efforts against drivers illegally passing stopped school buses. Judge Henderson gave an extensive and emotional account of the county's response to recent flooding, praising the road department, volunteer fire departments, utility workers, and police for their tireless work during the disaster, including water rescues and emergency repairs. The court went into executive session regarding potential litigation and came out authorizing the filing of liens against a propane company that has not paid for a 2023 emergency hazardous materials response by the Clarkson Fire Department. Judge Henderson also read a letter praising County Coroner Kevin Ferris for his compassion in assisting a grieving family. The meeting adjourned after all agenda items were addressed.

The meeting opened with a lengthy Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) presentation on the Rural Secondary road program, covering funding priorities, resurfacing projects, and heavy discussion of safety concerns at the Short Creek/KY 54 intersection (rumble strips were proposed) and the new roundabouts planned for the US 62 bypass area. The court then approved annual budgets for the Grayson County Conservation District and the Big Reedy, Kentucky (Caney) Creek, and Short Creek Watershed Conservancy Districts. A major portion of the meeting was devoted to a presentation from NRCS engineers about storm damage to three watershed dam spillways (Dog Creek/Caney Creek, Short Creek, and Big Reedy) from February storms, and the Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) program that could fund 75% of repairs if a local sponsor (fiscal court or the watershed boards) submits a request letter by April 17. No formal action was taken beyond agreeing to move forward with sample request letters. Routine business included approval of minutes, bill payments, treasurer's transfers and statements, jail budget/policy items, sheriff settlements and audit, a sheriff's office grant resolution, a road bridge project agreement, and a road discontinuance/reversion petition on Lawrence Hayes Road. The court approved paying $7,450.80 (referenced with slight discrepancy) to Harp Election Services for voting machine maintenance, and approved payment of $113,000 to KYTC for a lot near the parkway/Subway for future economic development. The road department requested a new pothole truck; the court approved putting the truck specifications out for bid rather than purchasing directly since the truck was out-of-state and not on state contract. Judge Henderson closed with a significant announcement: given recent factory closures (including Bel Brands), the county intends to form a new economic development board, separate from the existing Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), to focus on retaining smaller employers and diversifying job growth. The court granted him authority to work with city officials to establish this board. The meeting also included an announcement about a county-wide tire collection event April 3–5, 2025 at the transfer stations, and closed with a motion to adjourn.

The Fiscal Court handled a full slate of routine business, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for both the treasurer's office and the jailer's office without discussion. A notable item was a proclamation allowing the 911 dispatch center to move forward with grant applications for updated CAD (computer-aided dispatch) equipment. Dispatch director Lindy explained that the upgrades would improve emergency medical, police, and fire dispatch capabilities, including eventual text-to-911 and video-to-911 features. Both grants are reimbursement-based, meaning the county pays upfront and is reimbursed afterward, with only a modest increase in ongoing maintenance costs. Magistrates and department heads also praised the recently completed radio system overhaul, noting major improvements in coverage countywide, including in previously weak areas like the lake and Falls of Rough, though school buildings still need repeaters. The court approved a resolution prohibiting county employees from using medical marijuana, even with a medical card, citing liability concerns tied to CDL licensing and law enforcement certification requirements. Road and bridge business included approving an agreement and resolution to replace Buck Horn Bridge (over half a million dollars, to go through a bidding process), continuing work on the Fagan Road bridge project, and starting the formal process to discontinue maintenance on the last 680 feet of Lawrence Hayes Road, with two observers to be appointed to inspect the road. The court also approved paying engineer Charlie Allen of the Lincoln Trail Area Development District to map and grade the county's paved roads, a service expected to cost $9,000–$11,000 depending on mileage. Officials said this data would help target state discretionary road funds more effectively by identifying and documenting the county's worst roads. Magistrates closed the meeting by commending the road department for their work through recent flooding and snow, and voted to adjourn.

The court handled a routine agenda of financial approvals, including minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, treasurer and jailer settlements, 911 dispatcher salary schedules, sheriff's monthly settlement, sheriff's excess fees, and the county clerk's annual audit. All items passed without discussion. A significant item was the second reading and passage of the Solar Energy System Installation Requirements Ordinance, which sets a 2,000-foot setback for large-scale solar (merchant electric generating) facilities from any adjoining property, along with rules on vegetation buffers, fencing, and decommissioning. The court also passed the second reading of the Third Amendment to the Alcohol Beverage Control Order, which formally incorporates the November 2024 vote allowing alcohol sales at distilleries and by-the-drink sales at private clubs in Falls of Rough. The Emergency Management office presented its year-end report, highlighting the county's response to recent winter storms, including extended activation of the Emergency Operations Center, coordination with fire departments and road crews, and use of a backup generator to keep the middle school warming center powered. Officials praised the county's road crews, fire departments, and sheriff's office for their work during the ice and snow events. In personnel news, 911 Director Brandy Higdon retired after 28 years of service, with Lindy set to take over as the new director and Ethan handling GIS/addressing duties going forward. The court also discussed ongoing postal service delays affecting vendor payments, noting plans to hand-deliver local checks when possible and to move payroll to direct deposit to avoid further mail-related issues. The meeting closed with approval of additional late bills and a motion to adjourn.

This was largely a routine end-of-year meeting, opening with a Christmas poem and prayer before the court worked through a long list of standard approvals: minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, treasurer's settlement, various department bonds (occupational tax, coroner, emergency management), and the sheriff's and county clerk's amended 2024 and new 2025 budgets, bonds, and salary orders. All of these passed without objection. The court also gave first readings to two ordinances. The first formally incorporates the results of the November 5, 2024 election allowing alcohol sales at distilleries and alcohol by the drink at private clubs in Falls of Rough. The second establishes siting rules for solar energy installations, modeled on a Christian County ordinance, including a 2,000-foot setback from property lines and roadways and buffer/screening requirements. Magistrates discussed whether the setback distance was appropriate and were told it could still be adjusted before the second reading. A new fire chief for the Wax Fire Department, Deon Banister, was introduced to the court, taking over a department of about 13 active members. The most significant news was Judge/Executive Sam's announcement regarding Belcher (referred to as "Beles") closing its local facility, affecting around 272 employees, with roughly 80 let go immediately. County and city officials had tried to keep the company, including financial incentives, but were told it was a production decision, with the company able to consolidate work in South Dakota and Wisconsin. The company had previously received a $1 million forgivable loan from the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) tied to a new production line, and agreed to repay it. Officials expressed frustration with the lack of advance warning and said they are now focusing on recruiting new industry and identifying available industrial land, noting the IDC currently has none. The meeting closed with no further old or new business and a motion to adjourn.

The Fiscal Court handled a full slate of routine business, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for both the county treasurer, jailer, and sheriff. The court also approved a lease for a new drivers licensing office at the old GameStop building on Elizabethtown Road, and a sublease of that property to the state Transportation Cabinet. In new business, the court voted to accept a 0.28-acre landlocked parcel donated by Wy and Jean Jackson, agreeing to pay the outstanding 2024 tax bill of $561 on that property. The court also approved minor policy addendum wording for the jail related to immigration detention inspection requirements, and clarified that Edmonson County Water District board members are to be paid $500 a month. Magistrate Darren proposed adopting a solar farm ordinance modeled on Christian County's, which would require setbacks, fencing, tree buffers, and decommissioning requirements for solar operations. County Attorney Jeremy will draft the ordinance for a first reading at next month's meeting. The County Attorney also raised a disputed $11,000 damage claim from a Big Clifty resident related to inmate crews clearing vegetation along a right-of-way. After reviewing photos, the court voted to deny the claim. The meeting also included a special recognition of former coroners Joe Brad Hudson (29 years of service) and current coroner Larry Holman (25 years of service), along with remarks from the County Clerk about a successful post-election audit confirming the accuracy of Grayson County's voting machines.

The court moved through a lengthy consent-style agenda, approving routine county business including minutes, bills, budget transfers, and monthly/quarterly settlements for both the treasurer's office and the jailer's office. The board of health minutes and sheriff's monthly settlement and third-quarter budget were also accepted without discussion. The court approved this year's batch of wrecker (towing) service record applications, noting that no new companies were added to the rotating list since only existing providers submitted applications by the September deadline. A petition to bring Waterside Drive into the county road maintenance system was approved after confirmation that residents met the required 55% signature threshold and that the road met paving specifications. A representative from the Twin Lakes Skate Park project gave an update to the court, reporting a roughly $14,000 profit from a recent 'Rock the Park' fundraiser, progress toward selecting a skate park design/construction firm (with packages submitted by companies including Grindline, Hunger, Artisan, and Pillar Design Studios), and ongoing work improving the temporary 'Purple Flash' skate spot behind the old Caneyville school. No formal action was taken on this item; it was an informational presentation. The court approved payment of additional treasurer's bills and then voted to move into closed session to discuss potential litigation with the county attorney.

This was a largely routine meeting focused on financial approvals, tax rate settings, and ordinance updates. The court approved minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for both the county and the jailer/sheriff's offices without discussion. A significant portion of the meeting dealt with setting the 2024/2025 tax rates for the county, the county extension office, and the board of education. Most rates stayed roughly the same or saw very minor adjustments; officials noted the county took the compensating rate rather than raising taxes. The court approved orders to place two questions on the November ballot for the Falls of Rough precinct: one regarding alcohol sales at distilleries and one regarding sales at private clubs. These are local option elections triggered by citizen petitions, not decisions by the court itself — voters in that precinct will decide. The court passed the second reading of an ordinance amendment raising golf cart inspection fees (from $5 to $15, with trip fee up to $20) to align with state law, and heard the first reading of an amendment extending updated alcohol sale hours to Rock Creek and Falls of Rough to match the City of Leitchfield's rules. A proposed item to designate Ponderosa, Whippoorwill Drive, and Shady Lane as county roadways for golf cart usage was pulled from the agenda due to incomplete/invalid petition signatures. In other business, officials celebrated the move into the new building with a ribbon cutting scheduled for the next day, and thanked Magistrate Brian for his work saving the county money on that project and with the sheriff's department. The meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.

The court handled a full slate of routine financial approvals, including minutes, bills, budget transfers, and multiple treasurer and sheriff settlements, along with the Health Department's 2024 tax rate (unchanged from last year) and its 2024-2025 budget. A major item was the jail roof replacement. Two bids were reviewed — Holland Roofing (~$542,000) and D&D Roofing (~$349,000, plus $15,168 for walk pads). Jason recommended the cheaper D&D option since both carry 20-year warranties and D&D had positive references from other counties. The court approved the D&D bid plus the walk-pad addition. The court gave first readings/updates to golf cart ordinance changes (raising the state inspection fee) and discussed plans for a first reading next month on an alcohol ordinance to mirror state and City of Leitchfield rules. Judge-Executive Jeremy updated the court on opioid abatement funds, noting over $400,000 currently on hand plus new settlement payments. He proposed spending up to $25,000 to bring in a motivational speaker (former NBA player Lamar Odom) to talk to high school students about drug abuse as part of community education efforts; the court approved this expenditure. Other business included approving two new roads (Nicole Lane and Lake View Lane) for golf cart use pending traffic committee review, and an update from the PVA/Clerk's office about relocating to a new facility with computer downtime from August 8–12. The meeting closed with commendations for county staff and adjourned.

The court opened with an extensive presentation from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) on the rural/secondary road program, funding formulas, and priority projects, including resurfacing on KY 479 and KY 631 and paper patching on KY 2804. Much of the discussion focused on resident complaints about the KY 259 South widening/resurfacing project — base failures, long traffic delays, and safety concerns from impatient drivers passing work crews. KYTC engineers explained the project's constraints (federal safety funds, narrow right-of-way) and said the base failures were being addressed, with final resurfacing possibly delayed a few months to let widened shoulders settle. A lengthy discussion also covered planned roundabouts on US 62 at the new Leitchfield bypass, at Walmart, and eventually at KY 1214 and KY 920, with KYTC citing strong safety data (80%+ reduction in injury accidents) from similar installations elsewhere. The court then moved through a large routine agenda: approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, treasurer's reports, the second reading of the county's 2025 budget (with a minor $500 reduction in office supplies per state auditor guidance), and updates to the fiscal court's administrative code and personnel policy (adding background checks for volunteers and allowing drug testing for suspicious behavior). The court also approved the tourism budget, volunteer fire department petitions, clerk's amended motor vehicle/boat bill claims, jailer's bills and budget transfers, and several sheriff's office items, including switching tax collection software from Tax Master to GUTS, accepting 2023 excess fees, and applying for a grant for bulletproof vests. A significant item was the second and final reading of an ordinance requiring certification and compliance inspections for recovery residences (sober living homes) in the county, prompted by concerns about an existing facility and a large new recovery facility planned in Leitchfield. The ordinance passed, with discussion about how a compliance officer (likely operating out of the judge-executive's office, possibly assisted by a private consultant) would enforce it starting around the same time similar state requirements take effect July 1. The court opened numerous sealed bids for crushed limestone, asphalt, hot mix, culvert tile, fuel, hauling services, and salt, generally accepting multiple qualifying bids to ensure availability. It also considered a batch of golf cart road-usage designations (Shores Road, Pine Ridge Road, and others) but decided to approve them contingent on inspection and confirmation that speed-limit signage was properly posted, given ongoing complaints about unsafe golf cart use, especially involving minors, on these roads. Other business included authorization to advertise for bids to repair a persistent roof leak at the county jail, approval to hire a new road department employee, and a major vote to use remaining ARPA funds to construct a new EMS building near the Grayson County Water District property on the bypass. The county plans to own the building and lease it to the current ambulance service operator for about $3,500/month, positioning the county to take over ambulance operations directly in the future if needed. The meeting closed with a brief note that a new health insurance plan takes effect August 1st, with deductibles carrying over, before adjourning.

The court moved through a lengthy routine agenda, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and settlements for both the county treasurer and jailer, along with the jailer's 2024-2025 budget, salaries, and updated policies (including an ADA compliance addition). The court also approved applying for a Kentucky 911 Service Board grant of over $383,000 for new e911 software, and approved purchasing a new Kenworth dump truck for the road department for $169,500 to replace an aging single-axle truck. Sheriff presented a Life Saving Award to Deputy Andy Cass for administering Narcan and CPR to revive an unresponsive, non-breathing man in January 2024, emphasizing the department's no-limit policy on administering life-saving aid regardless of how many times a person overdoses. The Grayson County Conservation District presented its annual budget request, highlighting programs like cost-share funding, the Conservation Stewardship Program, EQIP, and the Conservation Reserve Program, together bringing significant outside funding into the county. The court approved this budget along with the Short Creek Watershed District and Grayson County Extension Office budgets, and accepted the emergency management security bond. The court approved the second reading of an amendment to the Alcohol Beverage Control ordinance, clarifying rules for Rock Creek and Falls of Rough precincts and updating administrative processes. The road department was approved to hire an additional worker, Anthony Decker, due to staff shortages. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to public comment from resident Terry Henry regarding the proliferation of unregulated recovery/sober-living houses in Hardin County (185 in Elizabeth Town) and concerns that a new facility near Grayson County could bring similar issues. The county attorney agreed to draft a local ordinance modeled on Hardin County's, in line with state House Bill 248, to regulate and certify such facilities before problems escalate. The court went into executive session to discuss potential litigation over road damage and, upon returning, authorized the county attorney to proceed with a lawsuit, with details to be released once filed.

The court handled a full slate of routine business, approving the minutes, payment of bills, budget transfers, monthly settlements, and incentive payments for both the county and the jailer. The court also approved acceptance of the Edmonson County area service map and the clerk's annual statement of revenues and expenditures. The court approved the first reading of an amendment to the alcohol beverage control ordinance. Officials clarified this was a cleanup measure to align the ordinance's language with what voters had previously approved (covering historic sites, restaurants with at least 100-person seating and 70% food sales, and small farm wineries), not a creation of new alcohol sales areas. A local resident, Casey Cam, presented a detailed proposal to build a new concrete skate park, requesting the court allocate roughly one acre of county-owned land near the library parking lot for the project. Magistrates expressed general support for allocating land but cautioned that the estimated cost (roughly $750,000) would require significant grant funding and possibly a nonprofit (501c3) structure to receive donations, since the county likely could not directly collect donations. No formal action was taken beyond expressing openness to the idea and encouraging further research into grants and site feasibility. In other business, the jailer requested authorization to sell two county vehicles (a 2011 Chevy Silverado and a 2015 Chevy Tahoe) via GovDeals, which was approved. The county attorney announced his office would be closed the week of February 21-23 for a statewide county attorneys conference. Magistrates also gave an update on the Edmonson County Water District, noting a new manager had been hired and that efforts continue to address water system problems affecting Grayson County customers. The meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.

The court handled a full slate of routine business, approving minutes, bill payments, treasurer's and jailer's financial reports, and the sheriff's monthly settlement, quarterly budget, and 2023 excess fees. A resolution approving phase two of jail arraignment video-conferencing equipment (funded by a reimbursable federal grant) was also approved. Sheriff Norman formally presented Deputy Sean Contess with the 2023 Deputy of the Year award, recognizing his work with K9 Zeus in removing drugs from the community. Representatives from the Grayson County Health Department presented the Cribs for Kids program, which provides free safe-sleep kits (crib/pack-n-play, sleep sack, pacifier) to families who cannot afford them, with the state matching every dollar raised locally. The program has provided over 100 crib packages since 2021 and has been linked to no SUID cases in the county since then. The Sheriff's Office committed to donating $1,000 again through the 'Behind the Badge' fund, and jail commissary funds earmarked for local inmates' families will again support the program, continuing a partnership that began in 2021. The court approved an additional bill from Irving Materials for $2,477 that arrived after the agenda was set. Under old business, an update was given on a waterline project pending city engineering approval, expected to move forward by spring. Blake Sherlocki was introduced as the new Deputy Director of Emergency Management, describing his 13 years of emergency services background and offering his office's availability for severe weather preparedness. The meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.

This was largely a routine end-of-year meeting focused on approving a long list of annual budget and settlement items for various county offices, including the Sheriff's and County Clerk's offices. All routine motions passed without discussion or dissent. A notable item was an internet service construction agreement with a utility company to bring internet service via KU poles down Route 62 from Leitchfield to Caneyville, which was approved after review by legal counsel. The County Clerk announced that the Motor Vehicle Department will be closed from December 29th through January 12th due to a statewide system transition (referred to as the 'Cavis' system), though the deed room will remain open during that time. The court also revisited an October decision to pay off the debt on Logsdon Valley Park early; it was discovered that early payoff would incur over $3,000 in penalties, so the court instead approved continuing regular lease payments rather than paying it off early. Finally, there was a discussion (no motion) about ongoing efforts to resolve water service issues with the Edmonson County Water District, including plans to install an 8-inch line to better supply Grayson County residents and relieve pressure issues affecting several hundred people in the county. The Sheriff's Office also recognized Deputy Shane and K9 Zeus as 2023 Deputy of the Year for their work taking drugs off the streets.

The court handled a long list of routine business at the start of the meeting, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, treasurer and sheriff settlements, and a county clerk audit. The court also approved raising the county's credit card limit from $10,000 to $40,000 to accommodate large road department purchases, and declared several vehicles (a Sheriff's Dodge Ram, a Chevrolet Tahoe, and a Chevrolet Silverado utility truck) surplus property, donating two of them to the cities of Caneyville and Clarkson for police/city use. Dr. Jillian Carden, executive director of Silver Leaf Sexual Trauma Recovery Services, gave a lengthy presentation requesting $50,000 in opioid settlement funds. She explained Silver Leaf's role as the regional rape crisis and child advocacy center, the strong overlap between substance abuse and sexual violence, and the agency's deep presence in Grayson County through schools, the jail, and multidisciplinary team work. County Attorney Jeremy noted the opioid settlement decision-making board (which he serves on) would take the request under consideration but likely would not have a final recommendation until early 2024 due to changes at the state Attorney General's office. No vote was taken on the request. In other business, the court approved appointing Carrie Sims as the new Emergency Management Director (replacing Tony Wheen) and Blake Sherlocky as Deputy Emergency Management Assistant Director. Judge/Executive and magistrates also discussed upcoming disruptions: the County Clerk's office will close for at least two to three weeks starting December 29 as the state transitions to a new vehicle registration system, with no penalties for late vehicle renewals during the shutdown. They also reminded residents about the sheriff's office drive-thru tax payment option and the homestead exemption available to residents 65 and older or disabled. County Judge Jeremy Cottrell announced a third annual first responder and veteran appreciation breakfast the following morning. The meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.

The court opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance before moving quickly through a long list of routine financial approvals: minutes, bill payments, treasurer and jailer settlements, sheriff's settlements, and budget transfers were all approved with little discussion. A notable item was the approval of a bid for a new EMR (records) system for the sheriff's office, awarded to Correct Tech out of Paducah, Kentucky. The court chose the more expensive on-site implementation option (about $67,800) over the cheaper remote option so the vendor could train staff in person, plus an ongoing monthly support fee. The court also approved paying off a roughly $90,000 lease on property at Logsdon Valley Park, originally purchased around 2004, using proceeds from the sale of the old sheriff's office building. This payoff will occur with the November 16th bills rather than immediately. Road department leadership requested and received approval to hire two new employees (Charles Bradley and Riley Higdon) to replace two workers who had recently left for other jobs. Under old business, magistrates discussed ongoing regional water infrastructure cooperation: Edmonson County Water District has decided to borrow money to lay a new water line connecting to the Grayson County system, which should help resolve water shortages in the Wax and Ponia areas. There was also an update on a committee studying opioid settlement fund usage, with plans to bring a recommendation to the court early next year. The meeting adjourned with the next session set for November 16th.

The court moved through a lengthy consent-style agenda, approving routine financial items including the minutes from the previous meeting, payment of bills, treasurer's and jailer's budget transfers and monthly settlements, and an additional late bill from the jail (J&J Tire, totaling about $1,934.64). Annual financial reports for the Grayson County Conservation District, Cane Creek Watershed, and Short Creek Conservation District were all accepted without discussion, as was the 2023-2024 flex fund agreement and resolution. A significant item involved correcting the May 18, 2023 meeting minutes and formally ordering the sale of the former Grayson County Sheriff's Office at 44 Public Square to Southern Builders of Kentucky, the high bidder at public auction, for $370,700. The correction clarified that selling the surplus property was in the public interest to recoup funds for reinvestment in the sheriff's office's new location. The court also approved designating Rocky Hill Estates Road, Lake Lane, and Sims Drive in the Nolan Lake Estates subdivision as county roadways eligible for golf cart use, contingent on carts being registered and certified. Magistrates discussed enforcement of golf cart rules, noting the sheriff's office has issued several citations for uncertified carts and that the permitting process was being streamlined so residents no longer have to travel between offices. They also discussed correcting some roads with incorrect speed limit signage that had not been properly voted on by the court. In new business, the jailer requested permission to advertise for bids on an electronic medical records system after receiving only one vendor quote, which exceeded the county's spending threshold; the court approved advertising for bids. The court went into executive session to discuss potential litigation with County Attorney Jeremy; upon returning, it was noted that no action was necessary at this time. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

The court handled a large batch of routine business, including approval of minutes, payment of bills, budget transfers, treasurer and jailer settlements, and — most notably — a series of 2023 tax rate hearings. Tax rates for the county, health department, public library, extension office, school board, and hospital district were all approved, with most remaining at the compensating rate except the school board, which took a 4% increase. Several neighborhoods (Indian Valley, Doug Hill, Ambassador Shores) were approved for golf cart use on designated county roads. Road Department supervisors reported extensive work over the prior month — nearly 700 miles mowed, dozens of miles of ditching, chip-and-seal work, and thousands of tons of rock hauled — despite some equipment breakdowns. Judge-Executive Jeremy discussed opioid abatement settlement funds (roughly $228,000 now, with $763,000 more expected through 2031) and proposed forming a small committee, including Magistrate Brenda and the Sheriff, to develop a strategic spending plan, though the court agreed the committee did not need a formal vote to be seated. A major topic was ongoing water supply problems tied to the Edmonson County Water District, which serves parts of southern Grayson County. Magistrates Brian and Darren detailed serious issues stemming from the Army Corps of Engineers lowering Green River lock levels, threatening the water intake for thousands of residents. Grayson County Water District has proposed running a new pipeline (potentially 8-inch) down Highway 259 South to provide backup water service, but funding remains the primary obstacle, with roughly $1 million needed and no clear path to secure it without loans or grants. The court went into executive session for a litigation matter but took no action upon returning. Announcements included a VFW ribbon-cutting event in Clarkson on August 26th and a gospel singing event the following night. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

The court moved through a lengthy list of routine approvals at the start of the meeting: minutes, treasurer's budget transfers and settlements (monthly, quarterly, and annual), the revised administrative code and personnel policy, the FY2022 county audit, magistrate incentive pay, the Lincoln Trail hazard mitigation plan update, jailer payment bills, and several sheriff's office settlements and tax reports. All of these routine items passed without recorded opposition. The court also approved the purchase of two new ambulances from Penn Care Inc. for $258,000, with a 24-month delivery window and pricing locked in except for the vehicle chassis. A related motion approved paying in advance for mechanical stretchers (about $44,456–89,127, figures were garbled in the recording) to avoid an anticipated August price increase. Magistrates discussed ongoing complaints about trash and junk at a residence on Louisville Street. The judge-executive explained that the health department has reopened an investigation and the matter has been referred to the county attorney's office; he noted threats of litigation against the county and himself but said the court would continue to follow proper process regardless. A large portion of the meeting was devoted to the judge-executive's account of a proposed joint farmers market land purchase with the City of Litchfield. After the county bought a nearly 4-acre property on Highway 62 to prevent it from being outbid, the city council ultimately voted down its half of the funding despite the project having been included in the city's budget. The judge-executive described the miscommunication in detail, said the county still intends to pursue a farmers market, and apologized for a brief, since-reversed decision to pull county jail inmates and staff from helping at the city animal shelter amid frustration over the vote. Committee reports touched on storm debris cleanup on county roads, progress on the courthouse annex/plumbing work, and parks and recreation upgrades at Loxton Valley. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

The court handled a long slate of routine business, approving minutes, bill payments, and monthly treasurer, sheriff, health department, and tourism settlements and budgets, largely on unanimous voice votes. The second reading of the FY2023-2024 county budget was adopted with no changes from the first reading, and updated road department administrative and personnel policies were approved. A representative from the state highway district (Beau Warren, with district engineers) presented the county's Rural Secondary Road Program, funded through a share of motor fuel tax receipts. Roughly $1.1 million is planned for routine maintenance, paving on KY 899, and a slide-repair project on KY 878. The court also discussed ongoing state projects including the US 62 Litchfield Beehive Curve, the Leitchfield Bypass (right-of-way largely resolved, railroad parcels still in condemnation), and a KY 259 widening/resurfacing project, including questions about coordinating water-line replacement with the Grayson/Edmonson County water districts. The court approved a KYTC agreement for $201,649 in discretionary resurfacing funds for Martin Run Road and Foxboro Drive, accepted various bids for road materials (stone, asphalt, culvert tile, fuel, and hauling services), and approved a mowing contract for the judicial building. A new nonexclusive cable franchise agreement with Spectrum/Mid-America LLC was approved after review by the county attorney. Two 1990s-era vehicles were declared surplus for sale on GovDeals. Bids for two new ambulances (from Mid-America Ambulance and PennCare) were opened but action was tabled pending further review of the specifications, particularly concerns about whether chassis pricing could fluctuate before delivery. The court also heard that occupational tax collections were running about 14% ahead of projections and announced a special called meeting for July 3 at 11 a.m. to handle redistricting/reapportionment required by the census.

The court handled a routine agenda covering approval of minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and the first reading of the FY2023-2024 county budget. Several standard motions passed unanimously, including sheriff's monthly settlement, county clerk claims, mowing advertisements at the judicial complex, and renewal of the Greater Hardin County Narcotics Task Force agreement. A notable item was passage of a resolution accepting a $47,593 House Bill 1 grant for jail video-conferencing equipment, which will provide judges with portable video systems usable across facilities. The court also approved construction of a new clerk and PVA office using ARPA funds, declared the old sheriff's building on the courthouse square as surplus property, and approved using the Logsdon Group to auction off that building. Law enforcement gave residents a public safety warning about a rash of car thefts moving west from neighboring counties, urging residents to remove keys from vehicles and report suspicious activity. A magistrate also raised concerns about the county spending an estimated $40,000–$50,000 annually replacing stolen or vandalized road signs, noting signs are now engraved for identification and pledging to pursue prosecution of thieves. In old business, magistrates discussed a prior Windstream service complaint, noting that the company responded quickly after the court raised litigation concerns, resolving issues along Highway 259 South and for numerous other residents who had called in complaints. The meeting also included a brief closed executive session regarding litigation issues before returning to conclude new business and adjourn.

The meeting opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the signing of a National Day of Prayer proclamation. The bulk of the meeting was routine business: approval of minutes, payment of bills, budget transfers, and quarterly/monthly settlements for the county treasurer, jailer, and sheriff's office, all of which passed without discussion. The court also formally submitted (but did not yet vote on) the proposed 2023-2024 county budget. The court approved the annual County Road Aid Cooperative Program agreement (~$616,725, subject to change) and authorized the road department to purchase a new Caterpillar 279 D3 XPS track loader for about $91,701 under a state contract, replacing a machine the department had been renting for years. Several outside agency budgets were accepted, including the Board of Health, the County Extension Office, and two conservation districts. The court also set the GASB 87 lease-reporting threshold at $50,000, meaning smaller leases won't need to be reported to auditors. A significant land matter involved the donation of a 0.91-acre tract behind the Grayson County Library to the Grayson County Hospital District, which reportedly plans a future facility there. The court also authorized the judge-executive to execute the necessary paperwork and granted the hospital foundation an easement/access route through a sinkhole area near Goodwin Drive. Under new business, the sheriff thanked Magistrate Brian Ashley for volunteering his time overseeing renovations at the new sheriff's office, work completed without cost to the county. The court then addressed numerous resident complaints about Windstream's poor fiber installation work tearing up yards and roadways, particularly along KY 259 South, after the original contractor reportedly walked off the job. The court authorized the county attorney to explore possible litigation against Windstream. Finally, magistrates discussed several state road projects residents had asked about: the KY 62 project (expected to resume next month after contractor bankruptcy issues were resolved), ongoing shoulder-widening work on KY 259 South, the Leitchfield Bypass (utility work starting soon, with a state completion estimate of late 2024), and base-failure repairs on the WK Parkway. The meeting closed with a request for prayers for an employee undergoing a medical procedure, followed by a motion to adjourn.

The meeting opened with the usual prayer, pledge, and a long list of routine approvals: minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, treasurer's and jailer's settlements, sheriff's settlements and budgets, clerk's bond and audit, and the opening of a new bank account at Wilson & Muir to receive opioid settlement funds, which are restricted to treatment and education spending. A large delegation of residents from the Twin Coves, Whispering Pines, and Sleepy Hollow lake neighborhoods spoke at length about poor road conditions, chip-and-seal quality, speeding, drainage/ditching delays, and confusion over how driveway tile installations are handled. Road department staff and magistrates explained the county's road funding formula (fuel excise tax distributed by mileage), the limits of flex and discretionary funds, liability concerns preventing speed bumps, and general policy on tiles versus driveway approaches. No formal action resulted, but officials committed to better communication and to looking into specific complaints. The court appointed magistrates to Building, Road, and Parks & Rec committees. It approved purchase of a new tandem-axle dump truck (~$210,614) after an extensive discussion of truck shortages and pricing with a Kenworth dealer, and approved hiring a new equipment operator (Gary McGrew) to replace a retiring worker, along with paying his salary from the general fund pending state reimbursement. Other approved items included paying the Grayson County Water District over $88,000 in ARPA funds for 23 new fire hydrants, authorizing the judge-executive to appoint two Grayson County residents to the Edmonson County Water District board after water outages affected Grayson County customers, declaring a 2011 Ford F250 truck surplus, and then donating that same truck to the Caneyville Fire Department for use as a brush truck. The meeting closed with department updates and a motion to adjourn.

This was the final regular meeting for outgoing Magistrates Tommy, Kevin, and Damon, with the court handling a heavy load of year-end routine business alongside a few notable items. The court approved minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and settlements for the county, jailer, sheriff, and clerk, as well as 2023 budgets and bonds for the sheriff and clerk's offices, and reappointed Angel Hayes as County Treasurer and Steve Bratcher as Road Supervisor for new four-year terms. The court gave second readings and passed two ordinances: one establishing an Alcoholic Beverage Control system (following the local option vote allowing alcohol sales in the Rock Creek and Falls of Rough districts), and one addressing dogs trespassing on private property, amended to include an exception for hunting dogs after input from local hunters. Tony Whalen was appointed as the county's ABC Administrator. The court approved a $125,000 ARPA fund payment to the City of Clarkson for a new garbage truck, accepted a $2,100 bid from Terry Hayes for two county-owned lots on Lakeshore Road, approved fire hydrant contracts with Edmonson County Water District, and approved applying for USDOT RAISE grant funds and LATCF program funds. The county also approved a $42,000 bid from Dan Powers GMC for a jail transport van and voted to surplus an older van to be donated to the City of Leitchfield's animal shelter. Much of the meeting's latter half was devoted to heartfelt farewells: outgoing Magistrates Tommy and Kevin, County Attorney Jeremy, and Judge-Executive Kevin exchanged thanks and reflections on their years of service, and the court presented certificates of appreciation to the departing magistrates. New magistrates Brenda, Ben, and Jason Dennis will be sworn in January 29 at 10:30 a.m. at the new courthouse. The court also noted the retirement of longtime county clerk employee Mary and road department dozer operator Ricky Salzman, with a farewell dinner planned for Salzman on December 22.

The court handled a lengthy agenda of routine financial approvals (minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for the treasurer, jailer, and sheriff), all passing without objection. A significant item was declaring two landlocked, undevelopable lots on Lake Shore Road as surplus property, to be sold via sealed bid to an interested buyer who owns adjacent lots. The court also approved a sales agreement with VEI Communications to overhaul the county's 911 emergency radio system, funded by roughly $800,000 already set aside from prior 911 funds, with a first installment payment of about $200,000. Related to public safety, the county is installing about eight new tornado warning sirens around the county (including Big Clifty, Saint Paul, Millerstown, Wax, and other locations) using ARPA funds, with a first installment payment discussed. The court gave first readings to two new ordinances: an Alcoholic Beverage Control ordinance (needed to formally regulate alcohol-by-the-drink sales approved by voters years ago in Falls of Rough and Rock Creek, setting license fees, hours of sale, and enforcement powers for a county ABC administrator) and a Dogs on Private Property ordinance (addressing nuisance dogs trespassing on others' property, with fines and restitution provisions). Both passed their first readings. Other business included authorizing a second bid for a van (after only one bid was received for two requested vans), approving purchase of two new road department trucks under government contract, and accepting the sole bid from Southern Builders LLP (~$348,210 after removing sales tax) for a new training building. The court also approved hiring a new CDL driver, Ron Frank, for the road department. Much of the meeting's discussion (without formal motions) covered road department equipment challenges — the rising cost and scarcity of new and used dump trucks and pickup trucks — and a suggestion to require new CDL-trained hires to sign contracts repaying training costs if they leave early, an idea magistrates said they would look into for the future.

The court handled routine business including approval of minutes, payment of bills, and reports from the county health board and hospital district auditor. A notable action was the approval of a petition to discontinue a small (0.066 mile) portion of Bethel Cemetery Road, after county road viewers found no public inconvenience would result. The court approved two homeowners association applications allowing golf cart use on multiple roadways: Rock Creek Landing Property Owners Association and Nolan Lake Estates. Both had been reviewed and recommended by the traffic safety committee. Judge Executive previewed a draft Alcohol Beverage Control ordinance, required after Rock Creek and Falls of Rough voters approved alcohol-by-the-drink sales in past elections. A first reading is planned for the next meeting. A draft dog ordinance addressing complaints about animals on other people's property was also previewed for future consideration. A significant decision was made to consolidate fiscal court meetings from twice a month to once a month, on the third Thursday at 5 pm, starting in November, to ease billing and paperwork burdens on county staff. The court also discussed but did not vote on a proposal to purchase new mowing equipment (tractors and articulating arm mowers) to address ongoing complaints about grass clippings left on roadways after mowing. Magistrates were encouraged to consult with road department staff before any future decision.

The Fiscal Court met and handled a full slate of routine business, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for the treasurer, jailer, and sheriff without discussion or opposition. The court adopted a resolution approving the Grayson County Solid Waste Management Plan update for 2023–2027, and approved a resolution/joint agreement with KDC (Kentucky Deferred Comp) regarding the county's 401k/IRA/457 retirement plan administrator, a required annual action. A petition regarding road matters was noted but no action was needed since paperwork was incomplete for one item (appointing viewers for a separate petition still pending). The court also voted to move the October 4th regular meeting to October 11th due to fall break conflicts. In new/old business, the county received its first application to designate certain roads for golf cart use from a homeowners' association, which will go to the traffic safety committee for review before returning to the court. The court also acted on a petition to discontinue a county road known as Barnett Road, a very short (0.156 mile) roadway/driveway; viewers reported that discontinuing it would cause no public inconvenience, and the court voted to discontinue the road. Magistrate Norman Feldschneider (referred to as Norman) returned to the meeting after health issues, and the court acknowledged the passing of longtime employee Bobby Shaw, noting funeral arrangements. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

The court handled a routine agenda, approving minutes, bill payments, and budget transfers for both the county and jailer without discussion. The court accepted the 2020 tax rates for the Grayson County School Board and the Grayson County Public Library. The school board's real property rate dipped slightly while the tangible rate rose slightly, and the library's rates decreased across most categories, with motor vehicle rates holding steady. A contract change for electrical inspections was approved, with Greg Carlisle taking over inspection duties from Larry Blacklock, who will continue serving Ohio County only. The court discussed a bid for a replacement van, noting that only one bid was received (a used 2018 Chevy Express van) instead of the two vans originally requested, since manufacturers have stopped producing these vans until at least 2025. The court approved purchasing the single van but agreed the second van will need to go out for a separate bid process to satisfy audit requirements. Much of the meeting's closing discussion was devoted to a somber reflection on a string of recent fatal accidents in the community, including deaths on the parkway and the loss of members of the local high school class of 2023. Magistrates offered condolences and urged residents to be careful. The meeting was then adjourned.

The court handled a full slate of routine business, approving minutes, bill payments, and treasurer/jailer/sheriff settlements without discussion. The court also held the annual public hearing on the 2022 property tax rate and voted to keep the county's real property rate unchanged from last year, along with setting rates for the hospital district and extension office, all of which stayed level or saw only minor changes. A major topic was the Caneyville water system project. Grayson County Water District director Jeremy Woosley told the court that the project—now fully managed by the water district—has run into unexpected costs, including a leaking water tank that needs rehab, and asked for an additional $150,000 in ARPA funds to finish the work. The court approved moving the money from Caneyville's allocation to the water district rather than raising local water rates. The jailer asked for authority to solicit bids for a used transport van since new vans with the needed engine type are no longer being manufactured; the court approved this. The court then went into executive session to discuss potential litigation, returning with no action taken. Magistrates and county officials announced a flood-relief fundraiser for Eastern Kentucky at the Walmart parking lot, with the Sheriff's Office 'Behind the Badge' fund matching public donations up to $5,000, all proceeds going toward a Shop with a Cop program for flood-affected children, likely in Letcher County. The court also voted to formally donate a transport van (previously loaned to the Letcher County coroner's office) to that county. Finally, the court accepted a 12-foot easement over the Whispering Hills/Millwood walking trail so the county can maintain it, and approved sending $325,000 in ARPA funds to the City of Leitchfield to support a still-developing economic development project. The meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.

The court handled a long list of routine business at the top of the meeting, approving minutes, bills for both the county and jailer, and budget transfers, all passing unanimously with little discussion. The court also accepted several required annual reports, including the health department's unchanged 2022-2023 tax rate and financial reports from the conservation district and three local watershed conservancy districts. A notable item was the start of the process to discontinue Barnett Road, a dead-end road on private property near the county line that the landowner wants closed for estate-planning purposes. The court voted to begin the formal petition process, which will require inspectors and public notice before any final decision. The court also approved a bid from Aegis Environmental for $114,700 to remove asbestos from the old hospital building, after comparing it to a competing bid that was only about $3,000 higher. Housekeeping items included updates to two county policies at the request of an inspector, and an amendment to the county's approved salary schedule to raise starting pay from $14.25 to $15.00 an hour to stay competitive with other employers. The court approved a $25,000 donation from ARPA funds to the Grayson County Alliance to help fund renovations of their food pantry building into an educational kitchen and classroom space, as part of a $250,000 total project the nonprofit is largely completing with volunteer and inmate labor. Much of the meeting's second half was devoted to a lengthy, sometimes tense discussion between a resident and magistrates about the poor condition of Lewis School Road and other roads in the county. Magistrates explained that road paving funds have been sharply reduced in recent years due to cuts in state discretionary funding, and that the rising cost of asphalt (now about $90,000 per mile) limits how much repaving can be done. No formal action was taken on this discussion, and the meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.

The Grayson County Fiscal Court held a routine meeting on July 19, 2022, opening with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Magistrates worked through a lengthy consent-style agenda, approving the minutes of the previous meeting, payment of bills, and a series of financial settlements for the county treasurer, jailer, and sheriff, including quarterly and annual settlement reports and budget transfer adjustments. All of these routine financial items passed without objection. The court also voted to declare the contents of the old hospital building as surplus property, with plans to sell the items at auction. Magistrates noted the building contains a large amount of miscellaneous items accumulated over time. A lease agreement between Grayson County Fiscal Court and the Hardin County Board of Education was approved, updating paperwork for the adult education space on the third floor of a county building (previously associated with ECTC) that helps jail inmates work toward their GEDs. In a matter affecting residents, the court approved a petition to rename Laurel Fork Drive to Yogurt Road after confusion between it and the similarly named Laurel Fork Road caused delivery and mail service mix-ups. All property owners along the road signed in favor of the change. Magistrates also discussed similar road-naming confusion in other parts of the county that has proven difficult to resolve with mapping services like Garmin. Finally, the court approved the flex road list for submission to the state for funding approval, a routine step in the road improvement process. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

The court opened with the judge executive explaining his absence from the prior Tuesday meeting: he attended services for a fellow Kentucky State Police Academy graduate killed in the line of duty in eastern Kentucky. Routine business followed, including approval of minutes, payment of bills, budget transfers for both the county and jailer, and acceptance of the sheriff's 2021 tax settlement and the public library's 2022-2023 budget. The bulk of discussion centered on the second reading of an ordinance governing golf cart use on designated county roads. County Attorney Jeremy walked through revisions made after the first reading, including clarified definitions of 'full-time resident,' updated inspection fees, streamlined processes for homeowners associations and neighborhood groups to petition for designated roads, and new provisions holding parents/guardians liable for minors who violate the ordinance. A lengthy discussion arose over insurance requirements for golf carts, with a magistrate pressing for mandatory liability coverage; it was noted state/federal guidelines would govern minimum requirements. Confusion also arose over how drivers would know which roads were approved, with officers and the sheriff's office expected to track updates. The ordinance's second reading ultimately failed on a 3-3 tie vote. Other business included approval of a tobacco-free facilities policy for the jail per state Department of Corrections requirements, and approval to hire Steve Brooks to a maintenance position handling park mowing, voting precincts, and street signs, in anticipation of an upcoming retirement. The court also received an update that two new pickup trucks ordered last fall had arrived and were being put into service. The judge closed by thanking Magistrate Norman, who was absent while assisting Floyd County's sheriff's office after officers there were killed in the line of duty, including one who was Norman's second cousin. The meeting was adjourned following a motion with no recorded second noted in the transcript.

The bulk of this meeting was spent on the second reading of an ordinance that would allow permitted golf carts on designated county roads, mostly in the county's lake subdivisions. Magistrates spent a long time debating how to fairly determine which roads qualify — specifically whether approval should be based on a percentage of full-time (permanent) residents on a road, or whether homeowners associations should be allowed to approve entire subdivisions at once to cut down on paperwork. Concerns were raised about underage drivers, safety complaints from the lake communities, and the need for a clearer application and inspection process through the Sheriff's Office. Because the wording needs to be revised to address these concerns, the court postponed the final vote to the next meeting (July 5 at 11 a.m.) rather than adopt the ordinance as written. The court then moved through its normal consent-style agenda, approving minutes, payment of bills, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for the county treasurer, jailer, and sheriff, as well as accepting reports from the Board of Health, the Health Department's 2023 budget, the county Tourism budget, a maintenance agreement for the judicial building's HVAC system, and volunteer fire department petitions. Several sealed bids were opened and awarded, including road materials (crushed limestone from Caneyville and Scotties), asphalt materials, guardrail supplies, fuel (gasoline and diesel from Key Oil), and hauling services (Knoblett and Deckard trucking). The road department noted ongoing supply issues, including trouble sourcing certain gravel sizes and long delays on ordered trucks, one of which arrived with the wrong (V6 instead of V8) engine and was rejected. In new business, the court approved a back-payment request for the county's drug enforcement contract after an office transition caused two months of invoices to go unsubmitted. The court also formally declared the old hospital building surplus property and authorized advertising for bids to remove asbestos from the site before any further action can be taken on the building. The meeting closed with a motion to adjourn after magistrates noted a light turnout due to some members being out of town.

The court handled routine business first, approving minutes, bill payments, and budget transfers for both the county and the jailer. The bulk of the meeting was a detailed presentation from the state Department of Highways on the Rural Secondary (RS) road program. Representatives explained how RS funds are allocated (based on population, road miles, and land area) and laid out priorities for the coming year: routine maintenance, the county judge executive's statutory allowance, an asphalt resurfacing project on KY 2766, and a culvert replacement on KY 736, totaling about $1.42 million. They also gave updates on numerous ongoing and upcoming projects, including US 62 construction delays due to a contractor's financial troubles, resurfacing on KY 54, guardrail work, bridge replacement near the Clarkson interchange, and safety improvements on KY 259, many of which are held up by utility relocation issues. The court approved a discretionary funding agreement resolution for Wilson Church Road and approved a payment of $78,488 in ARPA funds to the Edmonson County Water District to help fund replacement of a water intake booster station at Sleepy Hollow, which serves thousands of Grayson County water customers. This mirrors a similar past contribution the court made to help Caneyville's water system. The court also accepted the Grayson County 911 audit for fiscal years 2019-2021, discussed the upcoming volunteer fire department petition deadline (to be voted on next meeting), and heard committee updates including new fire trucks arriving and continued delays on pickup trucks. A new tractor purchase was also discussed, explaining recent delays in mowing services. Notably, the court discussed the need for a new county ordinance to regulate alcohol sales licensing, prompted by recent local option elections in the Rock Creek and Falls of Rough precincts that passed to allow alcohol sales, requiring the county to establish rules consistent with state ABC requirements. The meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.

The fiscal court handled a routine slate of business including approval of prior meeting minutes, payment of bills for the county and jailer, budget transfers, and several grant and program agreements. A sealed bid from Syscom Solutions for a hardware/internet service upgrade at the jail was opened but not immediately acted upon, pending further review by the magistrates. The court approved the county road aid cooperative program agreement, totaling roughly $1.65 million for gravel, blacktop, and chip-and-seal work this year. Other approvals included the Saint Paul busing grant contract, the county clerk's claim for calculating motor vehicle and boat bills, the E-911 consumer price index adjustment, acceptance of Board of Health minutes, bid advertisements for road materials and mowing at the judicial complex, and reappointment of the FEMA agent designation. During new business, the county clerk explained the upcoming election schedule, noting excused early voting begins May 4 and runs through May 11, with no-excuse early voting from May 12–14. She discussed possible future consolidation of voting precincts to save costs, similar to changes in other counties, and mentioned a shortage of poll workers. Magistrates also discussed the county's road paving budget ("flex" funds), noting that blacktop prices have risen from about $70 to $90 a ton, offsetting increased state funding. A letter from the state secretary indicated that discretionary funds requested for road projects were not granted due to high demand statewide. The meeting concluded with no additional old business and a motion to adjourn.

The court handled a full slate of routine business, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and settlements for the treasurer, jailer, and sheriff, all passing without objection. The court also approved advertising for bids to replace end-of-life servers at the jail, since the cost will exceed the $30,000 expenditure limit that requires competitive bidding, and signed a proclamation recognizing the National Day of Prayer, which will be observed May 5 at the new courthouse with a cookout provided by the road department. The bulk of the meeting was devoted to the first reading of a proposed ordinance regulating golf carts on designated county roadways, drafted under KRS 189.286 at the request of residents in lake communities like Nolin Lake and Rough River. The ordinance would require permits, inspections, insurance, slow-moving-vehicle emblems, and safety equipment including seat belts, and would create a traffic safety committee to review neighborhood applications for designated roadways. Much of the debate centered on the seat belt requirement, which some lake-community residents opposed because golf cart manufacturers advise against seat belts without roll bars. County Attorney Jeremy explained that seat belts and other equipment are mandated by state and federal law referenced in KRS 189.286, and that the county could face liability if it tried to exempt golf carts from those requirements. Residents and magistrates ultimately agreed the ordinance's main benefit would be enabling sheriff's deputies to cite underage or reckless golf cart drivers, particularly children, since operating golf carts on county roads is currently illegal altogether without such an ordinance. After extensive discussion, the court voted to pass the ordinance on first reading, with the understanding that further tweaks could be made before a second reading. The court also approved a request to separate the jail's retirement accounts from the fiscal court's with the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA) for administrative ease, before adjourning.

The court handled a full slate of routine business at the start of the meeting, approving minutes, bills, budget transfers for both the county and jail, and moving jail fund CD proceeds into the jail fund at the recommendation of Treasurer Jason. Several water and conservation-related items were also approved, including the Edmonson County water district service area map, the Caney Creek and Big Greedy watershed conservancy budgets, and the Grayson County Extension Office's 2022-2023 budget. The main item of business was the opening of sealed bids for demolition of two vacant buildings on Market Street. Five bids were opened and read aloud, ranging from $33,000 (Basham Construction and Rental Company) up to nearly $124,900 (Skyline Construction). After discussion about contract enforcement, penalties for missing the seven-working-day completion deadline, and what would happen if a low bidder backed out, the court voted to accept the lowest bid from Basham Construction and Rental Company for $33,000. Under new/old business, Magistrate Jeremy updated the court on his research into a possible golf cart ordinance for lake-area roads, noting he has been consulting the Attorney General's office and other counties (with Davis County cited as a good model) and expects to bring a draft for a first reading at the next meeting. Discussion touched on educating residents in affected areas about the rules via flyers or signage before enforcement begins. A candidate for county coroner, Steve Stapleton, introduced himself to the court. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

The Fiscal Court handled a long list of routine business, including approval of minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, monthly settlements, jail policies, and jail/sheriff budgets for the coming fiscal year. All routine motions passed without objection. The court also opened and reviewed bids for a new 911 Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, which is needed because the current system (in use since 2006) crashes daily. Three bids were reviewed (ID Networks, an unnamed second vendor, and CIS), with ID Networks recommended as the most cost-effective option at roughly $105,500, offering zero-percent financing and lower annual maintenance costs than the county currently pays. The court voted to accept the ID Networks bid, with the hope that a grant will cover some or all of the cost, though the county is prepared to move forward regardless. A major item was resolution of a long-standing FEMA/Kentucky Emergency Management debt stemming from a 2009 ice storm disaster response. Due to an early accounting error involving inmate labor being improperly counted, the county owed $503,290.88, of which $67,664 was paid last year. The court approved paying the remaining $436,284.24, with $200,000 coming from the jail fund and the balance from the general fund. Judge-Executive and other officials emphasized this was an inherited debt from before their terms and stressed caution with federal funds like the ongoing CARES Act money to avoid similar future issues. The coroner reported a roughly 16% increase in overdose deaths in 2021, attributing it to a mix of multiple drugs rather than any single substance, worsened by pandemic-related stress and isolation. The County Attorney discussed increasing use of Casey's Law to get people into court-ordered drug treatment even without criminal charges, noting successes and growing yearly usage in the county. The meeting closed with no additional old or new business and a motion to adjourn.

This was a routine business meeting for the Grayson County Fiscal Court, covering standard financial approvals and two budget presentations. The court approved minutes, payment of bills, budget transfers, a budget amendment, and the county's annual audit with little discussion. A notable action was the approval of moving the jail's commissary accounts and an associated CD from Bank of Clarkson to Citizens Bank (transcribed as 'the sicilian bank'). This administrative change affects how inmate and commissary funds are held but does not change services to residents. The Grayson County Conservation District presented its annual budget along with the Short Creek Watershed District budget, both of which were approved. The Conservation District representative outlined programs including Arbor Day tree distribution, conservation camps for youth, a no-till drill rental program, a dead animal disposal cost-share program, and various farm assistance programs (CRP, EQIP, conservation stewardship) that are expected to bring nearly $985,000 into local farmers' and businesses' hands this year. In other business, the court recognized longtime employee Sandra for her retirement after 17 years of service, and announced that Mandy Raimer would be filling her position. The court system reported holding its first criminal jury trial at the courthouse in over two years, marking a return to normal operations after COVID-19 disruptions. The meeting concluded with no additional old or new business and a motion to adjourn.

The court handled routine business, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and jailer bill payments, all passing without objection. Committee updates noted progress on road tiling and repairs, park sign-ups getting underway, and near-completion of a building project. Sheriff Champion honored Deputy Nick as the 2021 Deputy of the Year, chosen by his peers for his dedication and drug enforcement work, presenting him with a plaque and thanking his family for their support. Under new business, magistrates discussed positive feedback about new ambulances and appreciation from the community for county services including the hospital and ambulance service. Under old business, officials discussed a serious incident in which a deputy nearly fired on a man who pointed what turned out to be a paintball gun at him, praising the deputy's restraint while emphasizing the danger of the situation. No motions of substance beyond routine approvals were made, and the meeting concluded without further business.

The Grayson County Fiscal Court held a brief meeting to start 2022, opening with prayer and the pledge of allegiance before moving through a series of routine approvals: minutes, bills, budget transfers for both the county treasurer and the jailer, and a declaration of surplus property for the old East Main/Market Street buildings so they can eventually be torn down or repurposed. The court also approved an amended order adopting roads onto the county road list, addressing a mileage correction needed for Whispering Hills Boulevard so the Lincoln Trail Area Development District could process it properly. Much of the meeting's discussion (outside of formal motions) centered on recent tornado damage in western Kentucky. Magistrates discussed sending road and jail crew resources to help hard-hit counties like Bremen, Dawson Springs, and Ohio County, coordinated through Judge Executive contact with emergency management. There was significant conversation about improving tornado preparedness in Grayson County, including creating a registry of storm shelter locations, evaluating and potentially adding more tornado sirens, and exploring grant funding for public storm shelters similar to one built in Radcliff. Local damage was also discussed, including significant destruction to boat storage sheds and farm buildings owned by local residents (Becky Mercer and the Talley family) and damage to the county airport, which road crews helped clean up within a few days. The judge executive noted that the state is adding Grayson County to a disaster declaration, which may allow affected residents to seek FEMA assistance. The meeting concluded with no old business from magistrates and a motion to adjourn, with several magistrates expressing gratitude to road department crews and community members for their help supporting neighboring counties affected by the tornadoes.

The court opened with a prayer and pledge before moving through a routine slate of financial approvals: the minutes of the prior meeting, payment of county and jailer bills, treasury and jailer budget transfers, the Sheriff's proposed 2022 budget, and the occupational tax administrator's bond renewal. All of these passed without recorded objection. Under new business, the court was told that the new voting machines ordered for the county will arrive earlier than expected — around January 25 — well ahead of the primary election, giving the clerk's office time to prepare. A vacancy on the Grayson County Hospital District board was also discussed. Trustee Tom Goff had completed his second term and was no longer eligible for reappointment. After narrowing a list of four candidates down to one viable option, the court was asked to consider appointing Marty Cummings, director of Watkins Construction, to the seat. The court also took up a petition to bring several streets in the Whispering Hills subdivision near Millwood (Scott, Carter, Gary, Jaclyn, and Nancy Lane, plus Whispering Hills Boulevard) into the county road system. The roads were reported to already be in good, black-topped condition and to meet county standards, but state law requires that 55% of the affected property owners sign a petition/waiver agreeing to the change. Since that signed petition had not yet been collected, the court tabled the matter until the next meeting so the paperwork could be completed and properly recorded. No old business was raised, and the meeting concluded after the new business discussions.

The court opened with prayer and the pledge, then moved through a full slate of routine business: approving minutes, paying bills, jailer settlements, and treasurer transfers, all passing without objection. A major item was the first reading of an amendment to the county ordinance governing the Grayson County Tourism Board and the transient room (hotel) tax. County Attorney Jeremy explained the amendment clarifies penalties for property owners — increasingly short-term/Airbnb rental operators around the lakes — who willfully fail to file or pay the room tax, making it a Class A misdemeanor with fines of $200–$500 and possible jail time. The tourism board's entire ~$57,000 budget comes from this tax, and officials hope stronger enforcement will capture revenue from rental properties that have not been paying. The biggest financial decision concerned replacing the county's aging voting machines, some of which are 20 years old and can no longer be repaired due to unavailable parts. The state offered a reimbursement of $2,200 per precinct (22 precincts, about $48,400 total) toward new equipment. After comparing vendor quotes from Magnolia and KYCO, the court voted to purchase a package of voting equipment for $258,825, minus the grant, for a net cost of $210,425, and to finance the purchase through Magnolia via a 60-month lease at a lower interest rate to save money, since the machines must be bought via lease (counties cannot borrow against uncollected tax revenue). Under old business, the court discussed the vacant former building near the courthouse (referred to informally as the boiler/old building), noting a possible party interested in salvaging materials but no formal agreement since liability and workers' compensation coverage would be required for anyone doing work on county property. No action was taken beyond noting that any workers would need proper insurance. The meeting closed with a motion to adjourn, following brief lighthearted remarks about heating costs at the courthouse.

The Grayson County Fiscal Court handled a routine agenda at its November 2, 2021 meeting, approving minutes, bill payments, treasurer's budget transfers, and jailer's bill payments with little discussion. The court reappointed three members—Ruth Woodrum, David Zermali, and Larry Embry—to the Grayson County Extension Office District Board for another two-year term, as their current terms were set to expire December 31, 2021. A significant purchase was approved: a used 2009 Ford truck with an asphalt distributor (tackle/tanker) bed for $82,000 (after a $1,000 deposit already paid, out of an original $83,000 price), contingent on the truck passing inspection. Officials explained the county's current truck, with 1960s/70s-era pump technology, can no longer be repaired due to unavailable parts, and the new truck's larger 2,000-gallon tank and modern components would improve road maintenance efficiency. The court also voted to transfer an aging van, being taken out of county service, to the Grayson County Health Department. The department needs it to support mobile vaccine clinics, testing, and other outreach services such as school flu shot programs. The Sheriff's office announced that tax collection has begun, including a new drop box outside their office for payments (cash not accepted in the box). Residents were reminded that opting out of fire dues requires an opt-out form submitted along with tax payment, per county ordinance. The meeting closed with light personal remarks before adjournment.

This meeting was largely routine, with the court approving a long list of standard financial items: minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and monthly/quarterly settlements for the treasurer, jailer, and sheriff, as well as the county clerk's claim for 2021 tax bill preparation. A notable action was approval of $450,000 from ARPA funds to the City of Caneyville for rehabilitation of its water system, which is being taken over by the Grayson County Water District. Officials emphasized the importance of ensuring reliable drinking water for about 800 customers on that system. The court also approved bringing back retired grader operator Gordon Mudd on a part-time basis to help train newer road department employees, since another experienced operator had also recently retired. Much of the remaining discussion centered on Halloween activities around the county, including a car club trunk-or-treat event at Bailey's Zip Mart in Millwood on October 22, a courthouse square event on October 30, and other community trunk-or-treats in Caneyville and Spring View. Magistrates reminded residents to use caution around trick-or-treaters. County Attorney Chase Jesse thanked county officials for renovations to the county attorney's office space, and it was noted that state auditors from the Auditor of Public Accounts would be working in the courthouse for five to six weeks. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

The meeting opened with a moment of silence in memory of David Clements, a longtime maintenance employee who had recently passed away. Routine business was handled quickly: minutes (with a correction changing a reference from Twin Lakes Regional Medical Center to Grayson County Hospital District), payment of bills, and budget transfers for both the fiscal court and jailer were all approved without discussion. The court approved use of ARPA funds to pay off the remaining balance owed to the City of Leitchfield for the police department (about $20,338) and to pay off the remaining $150,000 balance on nearby apartments behind the police department. Officials discussed that tenants in the apartments have already been sent eviction notices, and once vacated the property will be declared surplus and demolished to make way for the police department project. The court also approved the sale of sheriff's surplus vehicles — a 2015 Dodge Charger, a 2008 Dodge Charger, and a 2004 Ford Taurus — mostly via GovDeals, with one vehicle to be sold directly to the Cloverport Police Department. A minor maintenance issue was raised regarding a missing/dangerous brick step on the south side of the courthouse, which needs repair. The meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.

The court handled routine business, approving minutes, bill payments, and treasurer/jailer settlements without discussion. Several taxing entities' 2021 tax rates — the Grayson County Board of Education, Owensboro Health Regional Medical Center, Cane Creek Watershed District, and the Grayson County Health Department — were all accepted at the compensating rate, meaning no increase over last year. In new business, the road department was approved to purchase two new crew-cab trucks (F250s) at $31,155 each, funded through the commissary account, replacing older vehicles. The jail was approved to purchase two transport vans at $30,780 each through the jail fund. The court also approved hiring two new road department employees, Dustin Eskew and Adam Decker, both with CDLs, to replace retiring staff. Discussion touched on the community's ongoing struggle with COVID-19, with several county staff members currently sick, some hospitalized. Magistrates praised the road department's work, noting positive feedback from residents and progress on chip-and-seal projects across districts. The passing of a community member, Mr. McCray, was noted with condolences. The court announced a schedule change: the October meeting will be held on October 12th at 11:00 a.m., with the following meeting on October 19th at 5:00 p.m. The road department's move to its new facility behind the detention center was confirmed as complete, with the old building on Highway 62 fully vacated. The meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.

The Fiscal Court handled a routine agenda covering financial approvals, tax rate acceptances, and a road maintenance petition. Standard business included approving minutes, paying county and jail bills, and accepting budget transfers. A notable item was the acceptance of a property donation from Mark and Joyce Duvall — a small parcel adjacent to the runway at the Grayson County Airport — which will help complete the county's holdings there. The court also approved several routine financial reports and tax rates from the public library, conservation district, Caney Creek and Short Creek watersheds, and Beaverdam (Begradys). A petition was presented by Cynthia Harper to remove a portion of Bethel Cemetery Road from the county's road maintenance list, covering a section past the cemetery near her property. The court agreed to appoint viewers (including Clay Levron and Nick Crawford) to inspect the road, with the road judge given authority to finalize the list, following the standard posting and viewing process. It was clarified that this action would not affect access to the cemetery itself, only maintenance of the road beyond it. In other business, the court voted to move the October meeting date from October 5th to October 12th at 11:00 a.m. due to fall break scheduling conflicts, with a second meeting still planned for October 19th at 5:00 p.m. The meeting closed with a request for community prayers for the sick, followed by a motion to adjourn.

This was a routine business meeting handling standard financial and administrative approvals. The court approved minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for both the county and jailer's office without discussion or objection. A key action was setting the county's 2021 property tax rate at 67 cents and tangible rate at 79, which the magistrates noted was the 'compensating rate' — meaning the county chose not to take the allowable 4% increase, keeping rates essentially flat for residents. The Grayson County Extension Office also adopted the compensating rate for its 2021-2022 tax rate. The court also approved the 2021-2022 Flex Road Fund list, designating roads for repair using state flex funds. In old/new business, magistrates clarified that a dog ordinance had already been passed months earlier, addressing recent public confusion. A complaint about an incident on Hickory Flats Road was noted as already being handled by county staff (Jeremy). Judge-Executive Norman gave an update on COVID-19, noting high case numbers reported by the health department and that testing kits had run out at multiple local providers, including Fast Pace. Residents needing tests were directed to Owensboro Health, which was offering drive-through testing. He also asked magistrates to direct constituent complaints to the appropriate outside organizations when issues fall outside fiscal court's control. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

The court handled several routine budget and reporting items, approving jailer's budget transfers, the sheriff's amended second quarterly 2021 budget, and the annual report from the Big Greedy Watershed Conservancy District. Updates from fiscal court committees indicated everything was in good order. Under new business, it was announced that two local recruits are graduating from the police academy this month, adding to law enforcement staffing. The county attorney also informed the court about a national opioid settlement led by Kentucky's Attorney General, worth $460–480 million overall, of which Grayson County expects to receive a share, though the exact amount and permissible uses of the funds are still being determined; funds are expected to be aimed at addiction treatment and law enforcement support. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to ongoing HVAC problems at the new courthouse. A contractor (Mr. Lusk of Lusk Mechanical) explained that high humidity in the building was causing condensate buildup that tripped units offline in a domino effect. Larger-capacity condensate pumps have been installed in most units, with only one unit remaining down due to a burnt circuit board, expected to be fixed within the week. The court and contractor also discussed possibly adding HVAC units in common areas like the basement and second-floor waiting areas, which have poor air circulation and stay uncomfortably warm; the contractor agreed to look into a price and plan for that work. No old business items were raised, and after no further discussion, the meeting was adjourned.

The Grayson County Fiscal Court held a routine meeting that opened with a lengthy invocation reflecting on the court's long-standing tradition of prayer before meetings, followed by the pledge of allegiance. The court then moved through its standard consent-agenda items, approving minutes, payment of bills, several treasurer's settlements and budget transfers, jailer's financial reports, sheriff's monthly settlement, and Board of Health minutes and its 2022 budget, all passing without objection. Under new and old business, magistrates praised the ongoing courthouse square renovation project, noting the new windows, doors, and restroom remodels were nearing completion after being paused for Freedom Fest. Judge-Executive Jason gave an extended update on federal CARES/ARPA relief funds (roughly $25.6 million received so far), noting continued confusion from the state about allowable uses but confirming infrastructure and water/sewer needs would likely qualify. A major topic was water infrastructure: Caneyville's water system needs an estimated $1 million in repairs, and Grayson County Water District is expected to take over service there, potentially funded in part with CARES money. Edmonson County's shared water intake at Nolin/Wax also needs work, requiring cooperation among Grayson, Hart, and Edmonson counties. The court also discussed pursuing state KIA grant funding through Senator Meredith and Representative Heavrin. The court reviewed progress on the county's broadband/fiber expansion, a partnership between NCTC and Warren RECC, with service being built out starting in the southern part of the county and expected to reach hookups by late July or August, with full coverage targeted by late 2022. Officials discussed using CARES funds to fill in 'dark areas' not currently covered by the buildout, and noted multiple electric providers (Farmers, Nolin, Meade, Warren RECC, KU) complicate pole-fee negotiations. A proposed ordinance was briefly mentioned for magistrates to review ahead of a first reading next month, with plans to email details to the court. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

This was a short, routine meeting of the Grayson County Fiscal Court covering standard financial approvals and a construction update on the jail. The court approved minutes from the previous meeting, payment of bills, a CACO resolution related to financing, and the Grayson County Public Library's 2021-2022 budget. Several jailer-related items were approved, including payment of bills, budget transfers, and the E911 consumer price index adjustment, which was described as a required, non-optional increase. Much of the discussion centered on the ongoing jail construction and renovation project, including window and trim work, bathroom completion, and exterior brickwork nearing completion. There was also discussion of ongoing HVAC issues at the courthouse, with technicians working to resolve a recurring problem with the control panel affecting multiple units. The court approved two construction-related payments for the jail project: one to Carter Construction for $19,070, which finalized that contract, and another to Jim Reisinger for bathroom tile work totaling $5,500. No other new business was raised by any of the magistrates, and the meeting was adjourned.

The court handled a lengthy routine agenda, approving minutes, bill payments, treasury transfers, budget settlements, and second readings of a FY2020-21 budget amendment and the FY2021-22 county budget. Administrative code and personnel policy revisions (workweek definition, meeting rescheduling for holidays, new-employee probation rules for those already in KY retirement, overtime and insurance provisions) were also approved. Major equipment purchases were approved for the road department (a John Deere 60G excavator with rock hammer for about $78,068, financed through KACo at 3.74% rather than Magnolia at 3.25% due to early-payoff penalties) and for the sheriff's office (four new cruisers financed through Wilson & Muir Bank at 3.25% with no early payoff penalty, to replace aging high-mileage vehicles). The court heard from the American Red Cross about recruiting a volunteer/board representative for the county and approved a $2,500 donation to support disaster relief efforts, with Magistrate Kevin abstaining due to his interest in volunteering. The Grayson County Health Department presented the "Cribs for Kids" safe-sleep program to reduce SIDS deaths, and the court approved a $2,000 contribution (from unused Rocket Docket funds in the county attorney's budget) to sponsor safe-sleep crib kits for families in need. Several bids were reviewed and awarded for county services: cleaning of the judicial building (Twins Cleaning Service), mowing of the judicial complex (Edwards Lawn Service, chosen over a competitor lacking proof of insurance), rock/limestone supply (both Caneyville Crush Stone and Scotty's accepted), asphalt materials (Asphalt Materials Inc. and a base/surface split between two vendors), road culvert pipe, fuel (Key Oil Company), and rock hauling (Timmy Decker Trucking). In other business, the court appointed Raymond Sharp to the county Board of Appeals, approved a pay raise sheet for county employees, and voted to purchase the old city police department building for $250,000 (paid in installments of $50,000, $100,000, and $100,000 at 3.5% interest with no early payoff penalty), with plans to eventually relocate the sheriff's office there. The meeting concluded with routine approvals and adjournment.

The court opened with prayer and the pledge of allegiance, then moved quickly through routine business: approving minutes, paying bills, and approving budget transfers for both the county and the jailer. The court also approved a budget amendment (amendment #3 for FY2020-2021) tied to bond financial statement requirements. A significant portion of the meeting dealt with closing out the jail construction bond. The court approved a payment to Bailey's Masonry ($69,390) for courthouse masonry work, with discussion of retainage (about $24,160) being held back pending final inspection. The court then approved the final construction bills totaling $658,002.28, which will allow the county to close out the bond this week. Representatives from the American Red Cross (Misty Thomas and Jennifer, a local executive director) gave an extensive presentation on services provided in Grayson County — disaster response, financial assistance to fire victims, smoke alarm installation, blood drives, and armed forces communication support. They asked the fiscal court for a $2,500 financial contribution and for help identifying a local board member or volunteer coordinator. The court decided to table the funding request until the next meeting to look for potential volunteers/board members first. In new business, a road department update covered ongoing courthouse renovation work, and a resident's concern about deteriorating pavement and possible truck weight issues on Nelson Road was raised; the county will research whether county roads have (or should have) truck weight limits similar to neighboring counties. The animal control officer reported resolving a vicious-dog complaint in the Big Clifty area using the county's recently passed animal ordinance. Updates were also given on a cease-and-desist letter being sent to Windstream over unresolved line issues, and on the progress of new broadband/fiber internet service expanding through the county, expected to reach a majority of residents by the end of 2022.

The court handled a lengthy routine agenda, approving minutes, bill payments, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for both the general county and the jailer's office. The court also gave first reading approval to the proposed 2021-2022 county budget, totaling roughly $32.8 million across all funds including the general fund, road fund, jail fund, and ARPA money. Two ordinances addressing aggressive dogs — one covering injury to livestock and domestic animals, another covering danger to persons on public and private property — received their second reading and were approved with little discussion, having generated mostly positive feedback since the first reading. A notable item was approval of a memorandum of understanding with the Administrative Office of the Courts, which will reimburse the county over $248,000 for replacement of aging, undersized commercial air conditioning "chiller" units at the judicial center that have caused ongoing maintenance problems since the building was constructed. In new business, the court voted to convert the Grayson County Chamber of Commerce director position from a city employee to a county employee, a cost-neutral change since the chamber will continue to reimburse the county for the position's expenses; the fiscal court will now also need to approve the chamber's budget. In old business, magistrates discussed ongoing problems with a cable installation subcontractor (working for Windstream) whose work has damaged roadways and who has been unresponsive to meeting requests; the court directed staff to pursue contact and consider a cease-and-desist letter if needed. The meeting closed with routine adjournment.

The fiscal court handled a routine slate of business, approving minutes, payment of bills, budget transfers, and salt bids from IBG Magic of Kentuckiana and Compass Minerals. The court also approved advertising bids for road materials, cleaning, and mowing at the judicial complex, and held its annual public hearing on County Road Aid and LGEA economic assistance funds, with no members of the public present to comment. Several jailer- and sheriff-related budget items were approved, including the jailer's payment of bills, budget transfers, and the sheriff's amended first-quarter budget. There were no jailer construction bills this month. Committee updates covered courthouse renovation progress, noting HVAC work was essentially complete with some tie-ins remaining, and road conditions remain wet from recent rain. A magistrate raised concerns about a utility company (Windstream) burying cable very close to the edge of the blacktop on several county roads without notifying the county, creating risk of damage to the cable during road tiling and ditch cleaning work, with the magistrate planning to pass the issue to the county engineer. The court also discussed the upcoming jailers' conference in Bowling Green in early June, encouraging any magistrates needing training hours to attend. The meeting closed with an emotional discussion about Mike Lindsey, a recently sworn-in special deputy and former county constable, who was seriously injured in a vehicle accident on Route 62. Magistrates asked for prayers for his recovery and urged everyone to wear seatbelts, noting the accident was not his fault. The meeting was then adjourned.

The court handled a full slate of routine business, approving minutes, payment of bills, treasurer's budget transfers, monthly and quarterly settlements, jailer's bills and settlements, and sheriff's monthly settlement and 2019 tax audit acceptance. The court also renewed the annual County Road Aid Cooperative Program agreement and resolution. A significant discussion centered on the county's forthcoming American Rescue Plan Act funds (roughly $5.1 million expected). Because the U.S. Treasury has not yet clarified permitted uses, the court voted to open a new, separate non-interest-bearing bank account to hold the funds until further guidance is received, rather than risk having to repay misspent money. The court was told the funds cannot be used for roads, and possible uses mentioned included economic development, broadband, and water/sewer projects. The county attorney presented restarted first readings of two proposed ordinances: one addressing aggressive/harassing dogs that threaten people, giving the animal control officer authority to investigate and assist in prosecution (with search warrants required for entering an owner's property), and a second addressing dogs that injure livestock, other dogs, or cats on private property, allowing fines of $100–$250 per violation. Both ordinances passed their first reading and will return for a second reading before final adoption. In other business, the court approved transferring a 2013 15-passenger Chevrolet Express van from the Grayson County Detention Center to the Grayson County Airport Board to replace a van that is out of service. Jailer/emergency management staff also confirmed that the state's mask mandate remained in legal effect despite conflicting rulings in other counties. A lengthy public comment period addressed a longstanding dispute over a private road leading to a cemetery, involving blocked access, alleged theft of property, and questions over maintenance responsibility. The court clarified it has no direct authority over the private road/easement dispute, but resolved to have the county attorney and sheriff's office look into the criminal and civil issues, and to arrange for county mowing crews to maintain the cemetery access when possible.

The meeting opened with the annual Rural Secondary Road Program presentation from the state Highway Department. Officials outlined the county's road funding formula and this year's priority projects, including work on KY 479, KY 1168, and KY 720, totaling roughly $1.36 million against an allocation of about $1.29 million. Updates were also given on ongoing projects including the KY 226 resurfacing, US 62 widening near Clarkson, and bridge work on Watson School Road and KY 88. The court then moved through a series of routine approvals, including minutes, bills, budget transfers, jailer payments and construction bills, and a builder's risk insurance extension for the detention center. Sheriff Norman Chaffins recognized two deputies for outstanding service: Deputy Andy Benson was named 2020 Deputy of the Year, and Deputy Rick Milbauer received a lifesaving award for performing CPR that saved a woman's life in May 2020. The court approved the 2021 waste tire grant application, which funds a tire amnesty program for county residents, and approved submission of a grant application for rubberized asphalt paving on Sulfur Wells Road. The Cooperative Extension Service budget for 2022 was also accepted. In committee updates, the court approved a final payment to Lusk Mechanical for courthouse HVAC work, with officials praising the improvements. The jail's move to 100% operational status was announced, and Magistrate Tommy raised plans to address electrical outlet and switch issues at the courthouse. The court also recognized constable Bill Dalton for his service before adjourning.

The court handled a routine slate of business, approving minutes, bill payments, and budget transfers for both the fiscal court and jailer. The county's FY2020 audit (year ending 6/30/20) was accepted with only a minor note about how a bond needed to be reported — it was otherwise described as a good audit. The first reading of a 2020-2021 budget amendment was also approved. A construction bill of $80,261.10 to Lusk Plus Mechanical Contractors was approved for courthouse work, which officials said is nearing completion, with HVAC largely done and window and brickwork (tuck pointing) still to finish. Sheriff Norma Wilkerson requested and received approval to turn over $129,319.28 in excess 2020 fees to the fiscal court, and then a second motion returned those excess fees to the sheriff's office to cover 2021 payroll expenses. The court approved appointing five new members — Dennis Ventress, Kelly Stevenson, Tommy Brown, Lois Downes, and Dennis Kuiper — to reestablish the county cemetery board, which had no sitting members, so it can pursue state grant funding for cemetery upkeep. A magistrate reported that changes made to the fire and rescue dues ordinance, despite initial pushback from some fire chiefs, actually benefited every volunteer fire department in the county, which collectively received about $28,000 more in dues in 2020 than in 2019. The jail construction project was also reported to be progressing well, with substantial completion possible by the end of March. The meeting closed with remarks asking for prayers for a court member's family after a death, followed by a motion to adjourn.

This meeting covered mostly routine business as the court worked through its standard financial and administrative approvals, including minutes, bills, budget transfers, and monthly settlements for the county, jail, and sheriff's office. All routine motions passed without objection. A planned first reading of a redrafted ordinance on aggressive dogs was postponed for another month at the request of a court member who is still working on the details. The court gave second reading and passed a right-of-way ordinance intended to keep county road rights-of-way clear of hazards. The ordinance sets a 15-foot right-of-way from the road centerline (per state law) and allows the county engineer to remove hazardous obstructions, while explicitly exempting properly placed mailboxes, utility equipment, county signage, and pre-existing fences, posts, and trees. Enforcement will require a citizen complaint, an investigation, and a 14-day grace period with a warning before any charge is brought — the goal is safe passage for buses, emergency vehicles, and residents, not forcing people to remove existing fences or trees. There was no new or old business to report. The judge closed by thanking magistrates, road crews, and courthouse staff for their work during two weeks of severe winter weather, noting the difficulty of quickly clearing gravel and chip-and-seal roads and thanking residents for their patience. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

The court handled routine business including approval of minutes, payment of bills for the county and jail, budget transfers, and a sheriff's 2020 fee budget amendment. A major item was the petition to add a portion of Jenny Green Way and Willis Green Drive to the county road list. Magistrate/attorney Jeremy explained that the petitioners met all statutory requirements, including obtaining signatures from over 55% of property owners, decades of public use, and meeting county road construction standards. The court approved adding these roads, which will help residents in that area obtain financing to build homes, since unrecognized roads make mortgages difficult. It was clarified that road maintenance is funded entirely by the fuel excise tax through state rural aid, not by property taxes. The court also approved a payment of over $53,000 to Lusk Plus Mechanical for HVAC work at the courthouse, as required by auditors even though the bid had already been awarded. Courthouse renovation updates included progress on windows and ongoing concerns about leaks near an elevator shaft, which contractors plan to address. A notable non-routine matter was a petition from Jeremy on behalf of Jeff Perry, owner of property on Kenny Creek Road in Caneyville, to relocate an old, unmarked infant grave (dated 1794 or 1894) to Rabbit Flat Cemetery. The court approved moving forward with the process, which requires state permission and a 60-day waiting period after publication. All costs will be covered by the property owner. No significant updates were reported from the sheriff's office or other departments under old business.

The court handled a long list of routine business, approving minutes, bills, budget transfers, and monthly/quarterly settlements for both the county treasurer and the jailer, along with the sheriff's 2019 audit and 2021 amended budget. A new bank account was approved for emergency healthcare and 911 expenses, and two construction-related bills (Carter Construction for $4,000 and Marathon Engineering for $8,012.50) were approved for payment. A major item was the hiring of four new road department employees — Jerry Payton, Barry Rhamer, Dustin Burnett, and Michael Childers — selected after road supervisors Steve and Kenny interviewed roughly 22 applicants and conducted equipment tests. The court agreed to let new hires start as soon as paperwork and drug screening are complete, with some allowed extra time to give notice to current employers. County Attorney Jeremy reintroduced a right-of-way ordinance requiring property owners to keep county road rights-of-way (15 feet from the road's center line) clear of obstacles such as parked vehicles, debris, and furniture, with fines of $100–$500 per violation. The ordinance does not apply to existing fences or trees. Because too much time had passed since the original first reading, a new first reading was required and passed; a second reading will follow after advertisement. A separate dog ordinance remains in progress after concerns were raised about its wording; the county attorney is revising it for a future meeting. The meeting closed with updates on ongoing courthouse construction (a delayed glass shipment expected the next day) and a motion to adjourn.

This was a short, routine meeting of the Grayson County Fiscal Court to start the new year. After an opening prayer and pledge of allegiance, the court approved the minutes from the previous meeting, payment of bills, treasurer's budget transfers, jailor's payment of bills, and jail construction bills — all passing without discussion. The court approved a $75,705.20 payment to a mechanical contractor for work related to the courthouse. Committee updates were brief, with mention of ongoing window work at the courthouse. A notable personnel item: Bill Dalton was introduced as the newly elected Fourth District Constable, having won a special election to fill a seat that had been vacated. On old business, it was noted that the county's dog ordinance is being revised due to public questions and concerns, with additional language being added before it is presented again to the court. The meeting closed with a note of condolence for a fellow magistrate whose mother had passed away, before the court voted to adjourn.