Fiscal Court Meeting Scheduled For Monday, June 24

The Garrard County Fiscal Court is scheduled to convene for a regular monthly meeting on June 24, 2024, at 4:00 P.M. 

The meeting will be held at 15 Public Square, Lancaster, KY 40444. 

The agenda for the meeting includes several significant items that will impact various aspects of the county's operations and community services.

Agenda Overview:

1. Public Comments: The meeting will open with a session for public comments, providing residents an opportunity to voice their concerns or opinions on county matters.

2. Old Business: This section will address any unresolved issues from previous meetings.

3. Plats: Review and approval of plats, which are detailed maps of land divisions, will be conducted.

4. Approve Court Minutes: The minutes from the previous court meeting will be reviewed and approved.

5. Approve Transfers: The court will consider and approve financial transfers between different departments or funds.

6. Approve Bills to be Paid: Examination and approval of the bills and expenses incurred by the county will take place.

7. Approve Last Month’s Financial Statement: The financial statement from the previous month will be reviewed for accuracy and approved.

8. Garrard County Farmers Market: Updates and discussions regarding the county farmers market operations.

9. Department Updates: Various county departments will provide updates on their activities and projects.

10. Garrard County Clerk Resolution: A resolution pertaining to the county clerk's office will be discussed.

11. KACO County Salt Auction: Discussion on the Kentucky Association of Counties (KACO) county salt auction, likely concerning the procurement of salt for road maintenance.

12. Fire Department Budgets:

• Camp Dick Fire Department 2024-2025 Budget: Review and approval of the upcoming fiscal year's budget.

• Cartersville/Paint Lick Fire Department 2024-2025 Budget: Budget approval for the Cartersville/Paint Lick Fire Department.

• Buckeye Fire Department 2024-2025 Budget: Budget approval for the Buckeye Fire Department.

13. Camp Dick Fire Department Appointment: Appointment of new personnel or officials for the Camp Dick Fire Department.

14. Approve 2024-2025 Employee Pay Rates: Approval of pay rates for county employees for the next fiscal year.

15. 2nd Reading of OHV Ordinance (Off-Highway Vehicle): The second reading of an ordinance regarding off-highway vehicle use, potentially affecting local regulations and enforcement.

16. Executive Session: A closed session to discuss matters that are exempt from public disclosure, such as personnel issues or legal matters.

The meeting, led by Garrard County Judge Executive Chris T. Elleman and attended by county magistrates Chris Davis, Chris Butner, Glendan Barker, Bobby Preston, and Wayne Day, promises to be comprehensive, addressing a variety of critical topics for the community. Residents are encouraged to attend or follow up on the outcomes of this meeting to stay informed about decisions that affect the county.