The Garrard County Fiscal Court will convene for its next meeting on December 30, 2024, at 4:00 PM at the Garrard County Courthouse, located at 15 Public Square, Lancaster, Kentucky. The meeting will address a wide range of critical topics, impacting governance and county administration as the new year approaches.
The agenda includes a variety of matters, ranging from financial approvals to policy resolutions. Public comments will open the session, providing an opportunity for citizens to voice concerns or bring issues to the court’s attention. Following this, the court will address ongoing matters under the category of “Old Business,” and review plats for land use and development.
Several items on the agenda will focus on county financial administration. The court plans to approve minutes from prior meetings, authorize transfers, and review the county’s bills for payment. Additionally, last month’s financial statement will undergo approval, ensuring accountability and transparency in fiscal matters.
Among the topics of significant public interest is a resolution on a county medical marijuana policy. This reflects an ongoing national trend of local governments addressing regulations and guidelines surrounding medical cannabis use and its implications for public health and safety.
The Garrard County Courthouse 2025 holiday schedule will also be formalized during the meeting. This will outline official dates for courthouse closures in the upcoming year.
The role of the county clerk is prominently featured on the agenda, with discussions set to cover the 2024 clerk budget, maximum salaries, and clerk bonds. These discussions aim to establish operational guidelines for the clerk’s office in the coming year.
The meeting will also include time for an executive session, a closed-door discussion typically reserved for sensitive or confidential matters.
Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting to stay informed about the decisions shaping Garrard County’s future. Magistrates Chris Davis, Chris Butner, Glendan Barker, Bobby Preston, and Wayne Day, along with Garrard County Judge Executive Chris T. Elleman, will be present to address these issues and guide deliberations.
For more information, residents can contact the Garrard County Judge Executive’s Office at (859) 792-3531 or visit the county’s website at www.garrardcountyky.gov.