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3 weeks ago

Scott County sets budget calendar, reviews capital projects and property priorities The fiscal court set a budget first reading for May 22 and a second reading for June 13; members reviewed capital priorities including courthouse HVAC, legacy trail match, North Sewer project match (~$300,000), Great Crossing Park improvements and discussed preserving the old jail under a conservation easement.

Scott County is gearing up for a transformative budget season with plans for vital infrastructure upgrades and a push to preserve historic properties!

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3 weeks ago

Scott County considers siting rules and short moratorium as officials weigh data-center impacts Planning staff proposed a framework to add data centers as conditional uses in I-2 zones with performance standards (noise, lighting, utility protections) and recommended environmental reviews and decommissioning plans; the court asked staff to draft moratorium language to allow ordinance development.

Scott County is poised to shape the future of data centers with a proposed moratorium and new zoning rules aimed at balancing growth with community concerns.

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3 weeks ago

Scott County reviews $14 million in investments, asks municipal advisor for 3-week long-range plan County fiscal court heard a review of its Schwab custodied investment account—market value $14,000,008.49 with a blended yield around 3.6%—and asked Compass Municipal Advisors for a draft long-range financial plan within three weeks to guide cash-vs.-debt decisions.

Scott County is taking a deep dive into its $14 million investment strategy, seeking a comprehensive financial plan to navigate future funding decisions.

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1 month ago

Scott County officials warn Minnesota's disability services are strained as DHS payment reviews slow providers Scott County staff and contracted providers told county commissioners that Minnesota's MNChoices assessment timelines, a DHS prepayment review that has temporarily paused some provider payments, and an anticipated waiver rework are straining services and may shift costs to counties. County staff flagged five providers suspended from providing services (about 14 15 clients) and a potential $810,000 annual cost shift for Scott County if statewide savings are not found.

Scott County officials are sounding the alarm as Minnesota's disability services face a critical strain from delayed assessments and paused provider payments, impacting essential support for vulnerable clients.

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1 month ago

Commissioner says untracked road plates were turned over to Indiana State Police; investigation includes alleged 'ghost employment' A commissioner said road plates delivered from Jeffersonville lacked an interlocal agreement and were turned over to Indiana State Police; the same speaker referenced a separate investigation into possible 'ghost employment' connected to a county employee.

Commissioners in Scott County are taking action after untracked road plates were handed over to the Indiana State Police amid a probe into potential 'ghost employment' linked to a county employee.

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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1 month ago

Scott County board approves comments to Met Council on regional solicitation, flags 'community considerations' weighting The board approved Resolution 2026-43 authorizing staff to submit comments on the Metropolitan Council's draft regional solicitation, raising concerns that a 20% scoring weight for "community considerations" and its definition could disadvantage suburban projects and pass-through users (freight and commuters).

Scott County's Board of Commissioners is raising alarms over new "community considerations" scoring criteria that could sideline suburban projects and vital freight traffic.

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1 month ago

Scott County hears detailed briefing on MNChoices delays, waiver changes and provider payment issues At its Feb. 17 meeting, the Scott County Board heard a presentation on Minnesota's long-term services and supports system (MNChoices), including assessment delays, DHS prepayment reviews that have paused some provider payments, and an ongoing 'waiver reimagine' process awaiting CMS decisions. Staff and contracted partners emphasized the operational strain and urged clearer state guidance.

Scott County is grappling with significant delays in its long-term services system, raising urgent concerns about the sustainability of care for its residents.

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1 month ago

Scott County approves $41,750 match for Emergency Solutions Grant to support low-barrier shelter and rapid rehousing The court approved a county match of $41,750 to renew an Emergency Solutions Grant that funds a low-barrier shelter and rapid rehousing/move-in assistance programs; county staff reported program outcomes and noted the HUD point-in-time count is set for Feb. 25.

Scott County is stepping up with a $41,750 match to renew vital funding for emergency shelter and rapid rehousing programs, ensuring support for the community's most vulnerable residents.

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1 month ago

Council adopts sheriff pay matrix for 2026, agrees to review K‑9 and discretionary fund lines After debate about a judge’s order, the Scott County Council adopted Sheriff Jerry Gooden’s pay matrix for 2026; council also instructed staff to advertise and create K‑9 and other non-tax fund lines so donated monies can be used for equipment and vet bills.

The Scott County Council has officially adopted a new pay matrix for Sheriff Jerry Gooden, sparking discussions on the long-term financial implications and the future of K-9 funding.

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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1 month ago

Scott County supervisors debate county support for Carter Family Fold executive director position County administrators said the Scott County EDA won Tobacco Commission grant money to support a three-year executive-director position for the Carter Family Fold and asked the county to cover benefits; supervisors asked for financial statements, ticket sales trends and hiring oversight before committing public funds.

Scott County is at a crossroads, as a $212,125 grant could pave the way for a new executive director at the renowned Carter Family Fold, but concerns over financial responsibility loom large.

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1 month ago

Residents press Scott County for action after February floods, allege FEMA/VDOT delays Multiple residents described severe February flooding in Fort Blackmore and other hollers, raised concerns about VDOT response times, missing FEMA case records and inconsistent recovery payouts, and asked the board to follow up with VDOT, FEMA and state recovery coordinators.

Scott County residents are demanding answers and action from officials as frustrations mount over FEMA delays and ongoing storm damage from February's devastating floods.

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Citizen Portal News Kentucky

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1 month ago

Coroner and EMS report: overdose responses fall; county to consider expanding NET-device funding Coroner Mark Sutton described death-investigation procedures and autopsy referrals; county EMS and recovery staff reported local overdose responses fell to 54 in 2025 and said increased Naloxone access and follow-up efforts may be contributing. The court scheduled consideration of a NET-device purchase amendment using opioid-settlement funds.

Scott County's efforts in overdose response are paying off, with a significant drop in cases and plans to expand life-saving naloxone access!

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1 month ago

Scott County declares local emergency after snow, activates warming centers After a severe snow event and travel disruptions, Scott County commissioners declared a local emergency, approved an emergency declaration for travel advisories and authorized warming centers and public-notification steps including enrollment in Everbridge/Nixel alerts.

Scott County has declared a local emergency after a severe snowstorm, activating warming centers and urging residents to stay informed through emergency alerts.

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1 month ago

MnDOT-led study seeks solutions for frequent closures at three Southwest Metro river crossings MnDOT, Scott County and Carver County will model river hydraulics and traffic at three river crossings (Highway 41, County 9/11, and TH 25) to develop concept alternatives and prioritize improvements; traffic modeling partnership was approved Jan. 6 and options expected by spring/summer.

MnDOT is tackling the frequent flooding and closures at three critical river crossings in Scott County—could their solutions change the way we travel?

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1 month ago

Scott-County-led Merriam Junction Trail hits unexpected riverbank problem; supplemental change order expected Scott County engineers said construction of the Merriam Junction Regional Trail is underway but staff discovered inaccurate river-profile data that requires additional riverbank stabilization; counties expect a multi-million-dollar supplemental agreement to cover extra riprap and embankment work.

Scott County officials reveal shocking updates on the Merriam Junction Regional Trail construction as unexpected riverbank conditions threaten to inflate costs into the millions!

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1 month ago

Counties warn HR1 and federal changes will shift significant costs to local government; urge system modernization and legislative fixes Carver and Scott County Health & Human Services directors warned that recent federal changes (HR1) and SNAP/Medicaid rule shifts could impose large county costs; staff recommended immediate bridging fixes, long-term system modernization, and unified legislative messaging to limit county exposure.

Counties are bracing for a financial crisis in Health and Human Services as federal changes threaten to shift significant costs; urgent action is needed to protect vital services.

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2 months ago

Scott County staff to begin negotiations with Tyler Technologies for jail management and permitting software After a multi-step procurement, county IT recommended beginning contract negotiations with Tyler Technologies for a jail management system and switching community development software negotiations from HS GovTech to Tyler; staff said final contracts will return to the board for approval.

Scott County IT is moving forward with Tyler Technologies for jail management and permitting software after a comprehensive procurement process—what does this mean for the future of local governance?

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2 months ago

Scott County awards CCMG seal contract to SC Construction; Bridge 28 replacement estimated at about $3 million County commissioners awarded the CCMG seal-coat contract to low bidder SC Construction ($558,448.99) and received a Highway Department update on Bridge 28, including a current construction estimate near $3.0 million with ~20% contingency and the need to acquire four parcels (~1.5 acres).

Scott County has officially awarded a $558,448.99 contract to SC Construction for vital pavement sealing, while also gearing up for a $3 million Bridge 28 replacement project!

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2 months ago

Scott County Board Accepts NRCS Award and Agrees to Reserve Funds for Cove Creek Work Supervisors voted to accept and 'lock in' a federal NRCS award for stream/creek restoration projects (including a project labeled SCOTT 3) and to place the funding into a county account for future draw-down; the county would be responsible for a local match and engineering costs if projects proceed.

Scott County is securing federal funds to kickstart critical flood restoration projects, but they need your support for the local match to make it happen!

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2 months ago

Residents Tell Scott County Supervisors They Are Seeing a Spike in Pediatric Cancer Cases; Public Health Agencies Mobilize Speakers at the Jan. 7 Scott County Board meeting urged supervisors to help families after residents and a local oncology nurse said the county has seen a cluster of pediatric cancers; the Virginia Department of Health and other agencies are convening an investigation and a public meeting was scheduled for Jan. 8 at Gate City Middle School.

Scott County residents are alarmed as reports of pediatric cancer cases soar, urging local leaders to take action and support affected families.

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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2 months ago

Scott County commissioners approve multi-item consent agenda including labor pacts and highway agreements The Scott County Board adopted its Jan. 6 consent agenda, which included adoption of 2026 operating rules, multi-year labor agreements, highway project agreements and payments, a grant agreement for federal funding application support, and authorization of flood resiliency study work for the Southwest Metro River Crossing.

Scott County commissioners just approved a comprehensive consent agenda that lays the groundwork for future transportation projects and flood resiliency efforts!

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2 months ago

Scott County council approves year-end appropriations, majority of transfer resolutions after ledger reviews At a Dec. 30 Scott County council meeting, members approved a slate of year-end additional appropriations — including $60,835 for a transfer-station compactor — and enacted a series of transfer resolutions to rebalance departmental budgets while flagging several negative or unappropriated lines for follow-up.

Scott County councilors approved significant year-end appropriations, including a $60,835 compactor purchase, while raising concerns over budget discrepancies and negative balances that demand immediate attention.

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3 months ago

Scott County votes to retain counsel to challenge Bluegrass Water rate increase Scott County Fiscal Court voted to retain outside counsel to intervene in a Bluegrass Water application at the Public Service Commission after residents said rates rose despite limited local maintenance. The court authorized filing a motion to intervene and to explore cost-sharing with other jurisdictions.

Scott County is taking a stand against a staggering 46% water rate hike that residents say isn't justified by visible improvements.

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3 months ago

Scott County Ditch Board pauses abandonment proceedings for County Ditch No. 4 after Credit River votes to seek transfer The Scott County Ditch Board voted to continue the abandonment proceedings for County Drainage Ditch No. 4 indefinitely after Credit River council voted to pursue a petition to transfer the ditch; the city said it would not accept pre-transfer liability, and an engineer's report (statutory requirement) was estimated at roughly $20,000.

Scott County Ditch Board has hit the pause button on abandoning County Ditch No. 4 as Credit River pushes for a transfer, raising questions about liability and engineering costs.

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3 months ago

899. Forest, Scott County (MS09) Another small-town courthouse which, like Decatur, was neither bad nor good.  Perfectly adequate is a thing.  I thought that Forest might be a city of chickens, much like Winnfield with pigs and Ma…

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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3 months ago

Scott County adopts 2026 legislative platform, seeks $5.5M for Merriam Junction Trail The board approved a 2026 legislative platform that calls for mitigating SNAP and Medicaid cost shifts to counties, modernizing HHS systems, supporting the African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act, and bonding priorities including $5.5 million for the Merriam Junction Trail and upgrades to 800 MHz public safety radio equipment.

Scott County is taking bold steps for the future by adopting a comprehensive 2026 legislative platform that prioritizes health services and a $5.5M investment in the Merriam Junction Trail!

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3 months ago

Scott County sets 2026 net levy at $96.68 million and adopts budget, citing state cost shifts The Scott County Board approved a 2026 gross levy of $104,920,829 (net $96,680,324 after certified aids) and adopted the 2026 operating and capital budgets, citing state and federal cost shifts, contract increases and a $1 million levy contingency.

Scott County's Board has approved a significant budget for 2026, driven by unexpected state and federal cost shifts that could impact taxpayers.

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3 months ago

Scott County authorizes conditional early closeout and drawdown for broadband grant The fiscal court approved a conditional early closeout and drawdown of broadband grant funds, pending federal approval: $765,600 payable to Charter and $61,600 reimbursed to Scott County for grant administration, with final action contingent on NIST/NTIA acceptance.

Scott County is poised to accelerate its broadband expansion by approving a significant drawdown of federal grant funds, but it all hinges on federal approval!

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3 months ago

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4 months ago

Scott County outlines treatment and veterans court outcomes; program expands referrals, stresses housing and peer support County staff and judges updated commissioners on specialty courts Nov. 18, reporting expanded eligibility after 2024 statutory changes, improved life factors (housing, employment, child contact) for graduates, and emphasis on transformation houses, curfew checks and peer/mentor supports to reduce recidivism.

Scott County's specialty courts are transforming lives with expanded eligibility, focused support, and success stories that highlight the power of housing and mentorship in reducing recidivism.

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