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4 weeks ago

Spencer County approves $21,101.67 radio purchase after dispute over used equipment After disputes over used radios and a proposed return to the vendor, the Spencer County Fiscal Court voted to buy replacement radio equipment from a state-contract vendor for $21,101.67, approving the purchase 3–2 with one abstention.

Spencer County just approved a $21,101.67 investment in new radio equipment, igniting a heated debate over the future of public safety communications!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County to negotiate with lowest bidder on Spears Drive drainage project after bids far exceed engineer estimate Spencer County Fiscal Court reviewed four bids for the Spears Drive Drainage Improvement project and voted to enter negotiations with the lowest bidder, Flynn Brothers ($612,094), despite an engineer estimate of $493,794.46. The court approved pursuing the low bid for further negotiation rather than awarding a construction contract at the meeting.

Spencer County is set to negotiate with Flynn Brothers after their bid for the Spears Drive Drainage Improvement project came in significantly higher than expected, sparking a crucial discussion on funding and scope.

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court tightens EMS screening, temporarily closes county clerk office amid COVID-19 At its April 6 meeting the Spencer County Fiscal Court approved emergency steps for public-health safety, including a temporary closure of the County Clerk's public office and purchases for EMS sterilization; officials said three local COVID-19 cases had been counted and were considered recovered.

Spencer County is taking decisive action to combat COVID-19 by temporarily closing the County Clerk's office and enhancing EMS safety measures as three local cases are reported recovered.

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court gives first reading to amended mask ordinance amid pandemic Spencer County Fiscal Court gave first reading May 18 to Ordinance No. 10, which amends the county's 2005 mask ordinance to clarify exemptions including medical necessity; the first reading passed by roll call and the ordinance will return for a second reading.

Spencer County is updating its mask rules to include new exemptions for children and medical needs—find out what this means for residents!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County approves $170,000 EMS equipment purchase; direct ARPA authorization fails but transfer from ARPA to EMS equipment account is approved Spencer County Fiscal Court authorized purchase of two advanced cardiac monitors and four ventilators totaling about $170,000. A motion to directly approve using ARPA funds failed on roll call; the court later approved a transfer of $170,000 from an ARPA account into the EMS equipment account to pay for the purchase.

Spencer County just invested $170,000 in state-of-the-art EMS equipment to enhance patient care, despite a failed attempt to directly utilize ARPA funds!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court rescinds $500,000 ARPA allocation for broadband, orders ARPA review The Fiscal Court voted April 15 to rescind a previous $500,000 ARPA allocation for broadband expansion and directed a comprehensive review of ARPA funds; the court also heard budget priorities including a proposed $0.50 hourly raise for employees.

Spencer County Fiscal Court has just rescinded a $500,000 broadband expansion fund, sparking a major reassessment of ARPA allocations to prioritize impactful projects for the community.

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County to spend up to $167,000 of CARES payroll reimbursements on EMS power cots and power‑load systems Spencer County Fiscal Court approved up to $167,000 to buy Stryker power‑assist stretchers and power‑load systems for EMS, citing reduced COVID exposure and lower lifting‑injury risk; costs and reimbursement sources were discussed at length.

Spencer County is investing up to $167,000 in cutting-edge power-assist cots and loading systems for EMS, enhancing safety for first responders while reducing COVID exposure risks.

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court adopts $12.7 million budget for FY2021–22 The Fiscal Court approved Ordinance No. 9 adopting the FY2021–22 budget totaling $12,701,555.36, including a $9.59 million general fund and $3.75 million capital projects funded with American Rescue Plan (ARPA) appropriations. The standing order to pre‑approve payroll and utilities was also adopted.

Spencer County just approved a hefty $12.7 million budget, paving the way for new capital projects and essential services!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County approves $850,000 sheriff salary cap after debate over raises and staffing After questioning whether an across-the-board 15% raise was sustainable, Spencer County Fiscal Court approved a $850,000 salary cap for the sheriff’s office to fund deputies and supervisory hires. The decision follows public criticism of the sheriff’s staffing priorities and a detailed presentation by the sheriff about retention and recruitment needs.

Spencer County's Fiscal Court just approved an $850,000 salary cap for the sheriff's office, aiming to tackle staffing issues and enhance officer retention amid growing local demands.

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court approves $2.5 million pavilion, votes to seek $1 million in financing The Spencer County Fiscal Court voted to award a turnkey farmers-market/pavilion project to Elder Construction for $2.5 million and authorized seeking $1 million in additional financing to cover the project and other initiatives. The vote passed 4–2 after debate about scale and reserves.

Spencer County is set to transform its farmers market with a $2.5 million pavilion, but will it deplete the county's rainy-day fund?

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County fiscal court adopts $11.6 million budget amendment, including $10 million for sewer project Spencer County Fiscal Court adopted a second-reading budget amendment totaling $11,578,767.25 on Oct. 7, 2024, adding $10,050,000 in state grant receipts earmarked for sewer expenses and increasing appropriations across multiple funds. The measure passed by voice vote.

Spencer County just approved a massive budget amendment that adds over $11.5 million, including a whopping $10 million earmarked for crucial sewer projects!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County adopts comprehensive solid-waste ordinance tightening collection, permitting and penalties Spencer County Fiscal Court voted Nov. 6 to adopt a comprehensive Solid Waste Management Ordinance (Ordinance No. 4) establishing storage and collection standards, permit and franchise rules for haulers, enforcement authority and fines for illegal dumping.

Spencer County just took a bold step towards cleaner streets by adopting a new Solid Waste Management Ordinance that enforces stricter rules and hefty fines for illegal dumping.

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court urges Congress to raise industrial hemp THC limit to 1% After a presentation from Martin Smith, the Spencer County Fiscal Court approved a resolution asking federal and state legislators to raise the allowable THC concentration in industrial hemp from 0.3% to 1.0% to increase yield and farm profitability; vote was 4‑0 with two abstentions.

Spencer County Fiscal Court is pushing for a significant change in industrial hemp legislation that could double the allowed THC limit, potentially boosting profits for local farmers!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court approves hires, repairs and budget caps in routine meeting The Fiscal Court on Dec. 16 approved hiring an animal control officer, multiple facility repairs and purchases, and set 2020 fee‑office salary caps for the clerk and sheriff; several expenditures drew split votes or abstentions.

Spencer County's Fiscal Court just approved key hires and crucial repairs, setting the stage for improved county services in 2020!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court approves road adoption, FEMA bid advertising and several personnel and procurement items At its March 1, 2021 virtual meeting, the Spencer County Fiscal Court formally adopted Luther Swan Road into the county road system, authorized advertisement for FEMA flood-repair bids, approved an owner-funded appraisal for an office building purchase proposal, eliminated a fleet mechanic position and approved several purchases and hires.

Spencer County Fiscal Court made significant decisions, from adopting a new county road to authorizing FEMA flood repair bids—find out what this means for the community!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County judge says ARP allocation tops $3.75M; bridges, $1.8M in paving planned County Judge Executive John Riley told the Fiscal Court Spencer County was allocated more than $3.75 million under the American Rescue Plan but that federal guidance is still pending. He outlined bridge repairs and said the county plans roughly $1.8 million in spring–summer road paving from Flex and discretionary funds.

Spencer County is set to receive over $3.75 million from the American Rescue Plan, paving the way for critical infrastructure upgrades and road improvements this spring and summer!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County fiscal court approves resolution to seek CDBG-CV utility-relief funds, aims to deliver about $184,000 to past-due bills At its April 5 meeting, Spencer County Fiscal Court adopted a resolution to apply for Community Development Block Grant-CV utility-relief funding. KIPDA said the county would receive roughly $184,000 after an 8% admin fee to pay delinquent water and sewer bills for eligible residents.

Spencer County is stepping up to help residents in need, applying for $184,000 in utility-relief funding to keep the water running and the lights on!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court weighs ARPA funds for broadband expansion; magistrate criticizes federal stimulus At a special Oct. 18 meeting, Spencer County officials discussed using roughly $3.74 million in ARPA funds for broadband expansion and other projects, heard mapping data from Spectrum estimating 1,287 underserved locations and a county share of about $500,000, and received KIPDA guidance on eligibility and reporting.

Spencer County is poised to invest $3.74 million in broadband expansion, but a fierce debate over federal stimulus funding is heating up!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County approves KIA draw, loans $25,000 to sanitation district and names KIPDA project administrator The Fiscal Court approved a KIA draw related to Spencer County Sanitation District project work, voted to loan the sanitation district $25,000 (to be reimbursed), and approved a $35,000 memorandum of understanding with KIPDA to act as project administrator for Phase 1.

Spencer County just approved a $25,000 loan to its sanitation district while navigating some puzzling financial discrepancies—what's really going on behind the scenes?

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court approves MOU with state for proposed $33.66 million judicial center Spencer County Fiscal Court approved an MOU with the Administrative Office of the Courts to participate in development of a proposed 25,100 sq. ft. Spencer County Judicial Center; the AOC documents describe a $33.66 million project scope and establish a Project Development Board, procurement and financing rules.

Spencer County is gearing up for a state-of-the-art judicial center with a $33.66 million price tag, paving the way for enhanced legal services in the community!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court adopts $26.9 million 2025-26 budget; standing orders and uniform policy also approved At a June 10 special meeting, the Spencer County Fiscal Court adopted Ordinance No. 24, a $26,919,967 budget for fiscal 2025-26, and approved standing orders to pre-authorize recurring payroll and utility payments and an employee uniform policy with a $750 annual allowance for covered departments.

Spencer County just approved a massive $26.9 million budget for 2025-26, paving the way for exciting new projects and initiatives!

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4 weeks ago

Reapportionment maps move about 240 Spencer County voters into Shelby County, officials say State and local officials told Spencer County Fiscal Court that GIS-based reapportionment maps placed roughly 240 residents in Shelby County, prompting discussions about petitions to change county lines, potential revenue loss and interim interlocal agreements for emergency services.

Spencer County faces a potential crisis as 240 voters have been officially mapped into Shelby County, threatening revenue and services just as budget decisions loom.

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County commits $500,000 in ARPA funds to expand broadband; judge backs Spectrum application Spencer County Fiscal Court voted Oct. 18 to allocate $500,000 of American Rescue Plan Act funds toward broadband expansion and filed a letter supporting Spectrum Mid‑America’s Kentucky Broadband Deployment Fund application.

Spencer County is making a bold move by allocating $500,000 in ARPA funds to bridge the digital divide and bring essential broadband service to underserved communities!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County declares emergencies after pump-station overflow and EMS HVAC failure; residents raise zoning concerns Spencer County Judge/Executive John Riley declared emergencies for a failing EMS HVAC unit and an overflowing lift station at Top Flight Landing on reports from EMA/EMS Director Chris Limpp. An engineer and residents told the court the pump failures stemmed largely from debris and 'flushable' wipes, and residents urged bond or operator responsibility as rezoning proceeds.

Spencer County is facing dual emergencies as a malfunctioning lift station and a broken EMS HVAC unit spark urgent responses and resident concerns about responsible growth.

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County wins state broadband grant to reach 1,261 homes, Charter to invest $3.78 million Charter Communications and Spencer County announced a $6.83 million broadband build for 1,261 addresses: the state awarded $2.56 million, Charter will invest $3.78 million and the county plans a $490,280 contribution. Mapping and an initial service list are being finalized.

Spencer County has just landed a major broadband grant that will bring high-speed internet to over 1,200 homes, transforming connectivity and boosting local opportunities!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court elects ARPA revenue standard, funds Washburn Lane study and approves $75,000 for fire district At its March 21 meeting the Spencer County Fiscal Court voted to use the U.S. Treasury's ARPA "standard allowance" and approved ARPA allocations to fund a Washburn Lane engineering study and a $75,000 distribution to the Taylorsville-Spencer County Fire District.

Spencer County Fiscal Court just unlocked new funding opportunities by electing the ARPA standard allowance, paving the way for essential infrastructure improvements and critical fire district support!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County fiscal court authorizes moving forward on One Kentucky opioid settlement memorandum Spencer County Fiscal Court voted July 21 to authorize signing a memorandum of understanding to participate in the One Kentucky Opioid Settlement framework, which outlines a 50/50 split between the Commonwealth and local governments and establishes trustee, reporting and fee-allocation rules.

Spencer County is taking a significant step towards tackling the opioid crisis by approving a framework for a multijurisdictional settlement that promises to share funds between the Commonwealth and local governments.

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Judge Executive declares local COVID-19 emergency Judge John Riley issued a county Declaration of Emergency March 16 citing federal and state emergency orders and urged coordination and common-sense precautions; no confirmed county cases were reported at the meeting.

Spencer County has officially declared a local emergency as Judge John Riley calls for unity and common sense amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, even with no confirmed cases reported.

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court adopts Resolution No. 7 declaring opposition to proposed state gun restrictions Spencer County Fiscal Court unanimously adopted Resolution No. 7 on Jan. 6, 2020, opposing several pre-filed state bills described by a magistrate as 'gun grabbing' and declaring the county a 'sanctuary' for firearms the court deems unconstitutionally prohibited.

Spencer County is making waves by declaring itself a "sanctuary county" for firearms, boldly opposing state legislation they deem unconstitutional!

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4 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court advances 2020-21 budget on first reading, approves bridge and FEMA repair contracts In a May 4 teleconference meeting, Spencer County Fiscal Court gave first reading to the 2020/21 budget, approved revised bridge and FEMA repair contracts, raised an EMS worker's pay to $11.50/hr and granted a private water-line placement; the court denied a $1,500 CASA request and reviewed an IAQ report for the county clerk's office.

Spencer County Fiscal Court took significant steps in their latest meeting, advancing the 2020-21 budget and tackling vital infrastructure projects amidst tough financial discussions.

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