The Meade County Courthouse will be closed in observance of Veteran’s Day on Monday, November 11th, 2024. We will reopen Tuesday, November 12th, 2024. We’re closed for Veterans Day to honor and recognize the service and sacrifice of military veterans. This federal holiday is observed annually on November 11th, and it’s an opportunity to show gratitude to those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. By closing, we give our team and community the chance to reflect on the importance of veterans’ contributions and to take part in ceremonies, events, or personal time for remembrance. It’s a way to show respect and support for those who have dedicated themselves to protecting our freedoms.

SPECIAL MEETING
MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT
Weldon Christian Church Fellowship Hall
1595 Christian Church Road
Brandenburg, KY 40108
Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 @ 7:00 PM
AGENDA
COMMENCEMENT OF MEETING
Call to Order
Pledge & Invocation
Roll Call
Committee Reports
BUSINESS SESSION
Consent Agenda
Approve October 8, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes
Accept Monthly Financial Statement
Approve Claims and Transfers
Accept Monthly Department Written Reports
Approve Hires, Resignations and Terminations
Job Description Amendment
Pay Scale Amendment
Approval of Credit Card Charge
Old Business
Discuss the Schedule of Findings in the Report of the Audit of the Meade County Fiscal Court for the Year Ended June 30, 2023
New Business
Knox Regional Development Alliance (KRDA) Presentation
EMS Quarterly Report
Put out for bid for a box swap
Put out of bid for a new ambulance
Solid Waste & Recycling – Put out for bid to design and build metal building
Grant Writer Update
Planning and Zoning
Zoning Map Amendment – 2024R-076 – Second Reading
Zoning Map Amendment – 2024R-077 – Second Reading
Ordinance 2024-12 Signs & Outdoor Advertising Permits – First Reading
Resolution 2024.11.01 – Green River Solar IRB Issuance
ADJOURN

The Meade County Board of Adjustments will have a regular meeting in the Planning and Zoning Office at the Meade County Courthouse on Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 at 8:30 AM EDT.

Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Dr, Suite 13, Brandenburg, Kentucky

The Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission will have a Special Called Meeting at the Planning and Zoning Office in the Meade County Courthouse on Thursday, November 7th, 2024 at 4:30 PM EST.

Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Dr, Suite 13, Brandenburg, Kentucky

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 7380 BRANDENBURG RD., EKRON, KY 40117
PARCEL 138-00-00-001.02
CURRENT ZONING: A2 REQUESTED ZONING: R1

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 189 MARIE LANE, BRANDENBURG, KY 40108
PARCEL 126-00-00-004
CURRENT ZONING: R1 REQUESTED ZONING: B2

To See Live Statewide Voter Information & Results for November 5, 2024 visit:

https://vrsws.sos.ky.gov/liveresults

Meade County Courthouse

Will Be Closed

Tuesday, November 5th

For The Presidential Election

DVISION-NETWERKAANMELDING

As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining a secure and efficient computing environment, we are excited to announce that we will be migrating all computers to Windows 11 by October 14, 2025. This transition is essential, especially as Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on this date.

Why the Migration?

1. Enhanced Security: Windows 11 comes with improved security features that help protect our data and systems from evolving cyber threats.
2. Better Performance: The new operating system is optimized for better performance, ensuring a smoother experience for all users.
3. New Features: Windows 11 introduces a refreshed user interface and innovative features that can boost productivity and collaboration across the team.
4. Support and Updates: Moving to Windows 11 ensures we receive ongoing support and updates from Microsoft, which is crucial for our operational integrity.

What’s Next?

• Planning Phase: We will begin assessing our current systems and software compatibility in the coming months.
• Training Sessions: As we approach the migration, we will organize training sessions to familiarize everyone with Windows 11’s new features and functionality.
• Feedback and Support: Your feedback is invaluable. We will provide channels for you to share your thoughts and ask questions throughout this process.

We appreciate your cooperation and support as we make this important transition. Together, we will ensure that our technology remains up-to-date and secure. Thank you!

Windows 10 is set to stop receiving support because Microsoft has a policy of providing updates and support for a specific lifecycle period for its operating systems. Here are a few key reasons:

1. Lifecycle Policy: Microsoft typically supports its operating systems for about 10 years—5 years of mainstream support followed by 5 years of extended support. Windows 10 was released in July 2015, and mainstream support ended in October 2020, with extended support continuing until October 14, 2025.
2. Encouraging Upgrades: By ending support for older systems, Microsoft encourages users and businesses to upgrade to newer versions, like Windows 11. This helps ensure that users benefit from the latest features, security updates, and performance improvements.
3. Resource Allocation: Supporting multiple operating systems requires significant resources. Focusing on the latest versions allows Microsoft to allocate resources more efficiently, improving overall service quality and security.
4. Security Concerns: Older systems are more vulnerable to security risks as they do not receive patches and updates. By discontinuing support for Windows 10, Microsoft aims to reduce the potential for security breaches among users still relying on outdated software.

As the support date approaches, users are encouraged to transition to supported versions to ensure they have the latest security and feature updates.

Extended Security Updates:

After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will charge businesses $61 per device for the first year of Extended Security Updates (ESU) to continue receiving Windows 10 updates, with the price doubling each subsequent year, reaching $122 for the second year and $244 for the third year; essentially, to keep using Windows 10 securely beyond its end of support date, you’ll need to pay a yearly fee for extended security updates.

Key points about the cost:

Price per year: $61 (first year), $122 (second year), $244 (third year)
Payment method: Subscription-based
What it buys: Continued security updates for Windows 10 after the official end of support date
Source Windows IT Pro Blog post: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/when-to-use-windows-10-extended-security-updates/ba-p/4102628

“Extended Security Updates are not intended to be a long-term solution but rather a temporary bridge,” explains Microsoft in a blog post. “You can purchase ESU licenses for Windows 10 devices that you don’t plan to upgrade to Windows 11 starting in October 2024, one year before the end of support date.”

Latest Windows Update Version: 24H2

Windows 24H2 refers to a specific feature update for Windows 11, released in the second half of 2024. Microsoft typically names its updates in this format to indicate the release year and half of the year. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect with Windows 24H2:

1. New Features: Each feature update often includes new functionalities that enhance user experience, improve productivity, or introduce new tools.
2. Performance Improvements: Updates generally aim to optimize system performance, making the OS run more smoothly and efficiently.
3. Security Enhancements: Windows 24H2 will include the latest security updates to protect users from vulnerabilities and cyber threats.
4. Bug Fixes: Alongside new features, updates often resolve known issues from previous versions, improving overall system stability.
5. User Interface Tweaks: Microsoft frequently updates the UI to enhance usability, making navigation and interaction more intuitive.

As the specific details of Windows 24H2 emerge, users can look forward to a range of improvements that enhance their computing experience. For the latest information, keep an eye on Microsoft’s announcements and documentation.

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 1485 GUSTON RD., GUSTON KY 40142
PARCEL 088-00-00-03

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 116 ABBY CT., VINE GROVE, KY 40175
PARCEL 152-00-00-071

Meade County Fiscal Court will hold a regular meeting at the Meade County Courthouse located at 516 Hillcrest Dr. Brandenburg, KY on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 @ 7:00 PM.

516 Hillcrest Dr. Brandenburg KY 40108
Tuesday, June 11th, 2024 @ 7:00 PM

SUBJECT PROPERTY; 1485 GUSTON RD., GUSTON KY 40142 – PARCEL 088-00-00-035

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 116 ABBY CT., VINE GROVE, KY 40175 – PARCEL 152-00-00-071

The Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 5:30 PM.

Work Session Agenda

The Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 6:30 PM.

Regular Meeting Agenda

Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Dr, Suite 13, Brandenburg, Kentucky 40108

Exciting News: We’re Enhancing Our Website to Better Serve Everyone!

At Meade County Fiscal Court, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all our users. That’s why we’re excited to announce that we are currently updating our website to include full ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) support.

What does this mean for you?

Improved Accessibility: We are implementing features to ensure that our site is usable by everyone, including those with disabilities. This includes enhancements for screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other assistive technologies.

User-Friendly Experience: Our goal is to make our website more intuitive and easier to navigate for all visitors, regardless of their abilities.

Continuous Commitment: This update is part of our ongoing effort to provide an inclusive digital environment and to comply with accessibility standards.

We appreciate your patience during this update and look forward to offering a more accessible and user-friendly experience. If you have any feedback or encounter any issues, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at the Meade County Judge Executive’s Office, (270) 422-3967.

Thank you for your support and understanding!

Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Dr, Brandenburg, Kentucky

Meade County Clerk’s Office: “See below, or follow the link, to view the sample ballot for Meade County for the 2024 General Election.”

https://meade.countyclerk.us/wp-content/uploads/sites/44/2024/09/Meade-2024G.pdf

Kentucky State Police: “Work Zone Citation Increase
Heads up, Kentucky. There’s a change to work zone citations that you need to know about.

Earlier this year, the Kentucky legislature passed a law to encourage safe driving in work zones. KRS 189.2327 raises the fine for traffic-related offenses in work zones, such as speeding and following too closely, to $500 per violation. For example, if you’re cited for failure to signal and improper passing in a work zone, you’ll pay $1,000 plus court costs.

Bottom line: Please slow down and stay alert in work zones – for your safety and others. “

Job Notice – Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes / applications for the Meade County Road Department for the full-time position:

• Equipment Operator

To request an application for the MEADE COUNTY ROAD DEPARTMENT’S EQUIPMENT OPERATOR please email: PAYROLLCLERK@MEADEKY.GOV or visit the Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. 

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967. To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM ON WEDNESDAY,  OCTOBER 9TH, 2024.

In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements Include:
➼ High School Graduate or GED
➼ Possess a valid Kentucky Driver’s License
➼ Possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License
➼ Minimum two years experience in operation of basic heavy-duty equipment
➼ Extensive knowledge of the operation, maintenance & adaptabilities of equipment to which assigned, including occupational hazards & proper safety precautions involved in the operation of equipment

Salary Includes:
➼ Starting Pay $19.61/Hr.
➼ 6-Months Pay $20.59/Hr.
➼  Pay Can Increase with Experience.
➼  Full Time.
➼  Benefits.

Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources: “We’re seeing an uptick in reports of suspected cases of Hemorrhagic Disease (HD) in white-tailed deer. If you spot a sick or dead deer:

Report it online: Sick or Dead Deer and Elk (https://bit.ly/3Zu3FLX)

Call Kentucky Fish and Wildlife at 1-800-858-1549, available weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Eastern).

What’s Hemorrhagic Disease (HD)?

HD is a disease spread by bites from infected midges (small, biting flies) that affect white-tailed deer. Populations of these flies thrive in summers with early rainfall followed by dry spells. Deer infected with HD often seek out water to drink or cool off, which is why many infected, deceased deer are found near streams or ponds. Reports of HD typically diminish once a hard frost kills the midges. Learn more about Hemorrhagic Disease at fw.ky.gov.“

NOTICE OF LIFTING OF NO OUTSIDE BURN ORDER
Effective: Tuesday, September 24, 2024
3:00 pm est.

This is to inform the residents of Meade County, Kentucky, that the NO OUTSIDE BURN ORDER previously issued on September 5, 2024, has been LIFTED. Sufficient rainfall has occurred, mitigating the hazardous conditions that prompted the burn ban.

Residents are now permitted to resume outdoor burning activities, including the use of fireworks.

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to safety during this period.

TROY D. KOK
MEADE COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE

Meade County Finance Office is hiring for the following full-time position.

• ANIMAL CONTROL DIRECTOR

Animal Control Director, who must be available to be contacted during any hours to provide a professional service, if necessary, supports the county government operations, animal shelter, overseas volunteers, licenses, complex public safety, clerical and admin functions, enforcement of animal control ordinances and must qualify for peace officer functions per KRS 61.300. To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967. To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024. In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Requirements Include:
➼ Must be available for all duty hours. (On call.)
➼ Must be able to serve as a Peace Officer as required by KRS 61.300.
➼ 21 Years Old or Older.
➼ High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent.
➼ Valid Driver’s License.
➼ No Felony, Domestic Violence or Drug Convictions.

Salary Includes:
➼ $56,451.20 / Year.
➼ Full Time.
➼ Benefits.

MEADE COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING – CONTRACTOR MEETING
You are invited to join the Meade County Planning & Zoning Office to review the process for permitting in Meade County, KY. This is a good opportunity to ask questions and voice concerns to Meade County Planning & Zoning and the inspectors. Registration not required. For more information, call 270-422-4676 or email permits@meadeky.gov.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT
MEADE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
PLANNING & ZONING OFFICE
516 HILLCREST DRIVE, BRANDENBURG, KENTUCKY 40108

Meade County Clerk’s Office:

“We would like to share these important Election Updates to help prepare for the upcoming General Election. We are sharing early and will do so often to help keep our voters informed.”

ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR VOTER REGISTRATION STATUS OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
PLEASE CALL THE MEADE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE AT 270-422-2152
PROVIDED BY SUSAN MASTERSON, MEADE COUNTY CLERK

The Community is invited to bring your little ones and Trick or Treat with us at the

Meade County Courthouse.

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Thursday, October 31^st, 2024 From 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. est

516 Hillcrest Drive Brandenburg KY  40108

For any questions please call: 270-422-3967

Public Notice

Per Chairman of the Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission; in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification. The Meade County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on the following actions on October 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Meade County Courthouse.  For more information, call 270-422-4676

1. 2024R-076//Rezoning from R-1 to B-2//Redmon//189 Marie Ln., Brandenburg, KY//PVA 126-00-00-004
2. 2024R-077//Rezoning from A-2 to R-1//Humphrey//7380 Brandenburg Rd., Brandenburg, KY//PVA 138-00-00-001

U.S. Army Fort Knox: “An installation-level emergency response exercise is scheduled to take place on Fort Knox on Sept. 17 and 18.
People on the installation may notice increased activity involving law enforcement, the fire department, as well as other Fort Knox organizations and emergency support vehicles – especially in the vicinity of Kingsolver Elementary School, 1st Theater Sustainment Command Headquarters and the Saber & Quill.
As part of the emergency response exercise, the Fort Knox Directorate of Public Works will also conduct a black start exercise, on Tuesday, Sept. 17 to test the post’s decentralized power generation systems.
•All commercial power from Louisville Gas & Electric will be shut off at 8 a.m. and all areas of post – with the exception of some outlying range areas – will experience power outages at this time.
•It is anticipated that the outages will last no more than 15 minutes; however, crews will be on hand to monitor, identify and rapidly troubleshoot any issues that may result.
•Fort Knox is scheduled to operate on its own power until external power from LG&E is turned back on at approximately 4 p.m. It is possible that another power outage or “blink” could occur at this time, but not likely.
Please do not be alarmed. However, do not hesitate to contact the military police desk at (502) 624-2111 if you have concerns, or dial 911 if you believe a legitimate emergency exists. Everyone’s patience and understanding is appreciated as this essential training is carried out.”

Job Notice – Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes / applications for the Meade County Solid Waste and Recycle Center for the full-time position:

⦿ Laborer (Full-Time)

To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the Meade County Finance Office 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. 

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967. To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, September 25th, 2024. In house applicants will be given first consideration.  Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Notice – Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes / applications for the Meade County Solid Waste and Recycle Center for the following two part-time positions:

⦿ Laborers (Part-Time)

⦿ Laborers (Part-Time)

To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the Meade County Finance Office 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. 

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967. To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, September 25th, 2024. 
In house applicants will be given first consideration.  Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Public Notice
A copy of the complete Audit of the Meade County Fiscal Court Year Ended June 30, 2023, including Financial Statement and Supplemental information, is on file at the County Judge Executive’s office at 516 Hill Crest Drive Ste 12, Brandenburg, Kentucky and on our website www.meadeky.gov. The Audit is also available for public inspection during normal business hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.; any citizen may obtain a copy of the complete audit report for his/her personal use, any citizen requesting a personal copy of the audit report will be charged for duplication costs at a rate of ten cents ($0.10) per page.

Meade County Fiscal Court will hold a special town hall meeting on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 6:00 PM EDT in the Muldraugh City Hall, followed by a special Fiscal Court Meeting at 7:00 PM EDT in the Muldraugh City Hall.

SPECIAL CALLED
MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT
Muldraugh City Hall
202 Wendell Street
Muldraugh, KY 40155
Tuesday, September 10th, 2024 @ 7:00 PM
AGENDA

COMMENCEMENT OF MEETING
Call to Order
Pledge & Invocation
Roll Call
Committee Reports

BUSINESS SESSION
Consent Agenda
Approve August 13, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes
Accept Monthly Financial Statement
Approve Claims and Transfers
Accept Monthly Department Written Reports
Approve Hires, Resignations and Terminations

New Business
Road Department – Brady Lane Private Road Petition
Solid Waste & Recycling –
Dead Run Fees
Advisory Board Discussion
Discuss Additional Hires
Grant Writer Update
Resolution 2024.09.01 – KOHS Law Enforcement Protection Program – Sheriff’s Office
Duty Weapons Grant Application
Resolution 2024.09.02 – KOHS Law Enforcement Protection Program – Detention
Center Duty Weapons Grant Application
Resolution 2024.09.03 – Litter Abatement Grant Application
Resolution 2024.09.04 – KOHS Law Enforcement Protection Program – Sheriff’s Office
Tasers Grant Application
Resolution 2024.09.05 – KOHS Law Enforcement Protection Program – Detention
Center Tasers Grant Application
Resolution 2024.09.06 – Illegal Open Dump Grant Application
Planning and Zoning
Zoning Map Amendment – 2024R-074 – First Reading
Zoning Map Amendment – 2024R-075 – First Reading
Ordinance 2024-12 – Planning & Zoning Ordinance B1/B2 Amendment
Ordinance 2024-11 – Code of Ethics – First Reading

ADJOURN

Driver licensing services will be offered to walk-in customers from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at ALL KYTC Driver Licensing Regional Offices. No appointment is needed. THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN OR DRIVER TESTING SERVICES OFFERED BY THE KENTUCKY STATE POLICE- https://www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/driver-testing
Location information can be found online at
https://drive.ky.gov/Pages/Find-an-Office.aspx

Elizabethtown
Driver Licensing Office: 916 North Mulberry Street
Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Phone: 270-740-5071
Fax: 270-234-8820
Email: KYTC.DDLElizabethtown@ky.gov
Hours: Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (ET)
Monthly Saturday Hours: August 3 from 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (ET). WALK-INS ONLY

The Meade County Board of Adjustments will have a regular meeting in the Planning and Zoning Office at the Meade County Courthouse on Monday, September 9th, 2024 at 8:30 AM EDT.

Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Dr, Suite 13, Brandenburg, Kentucky

MEADE COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

8:30 a.m.

• Call to order
• Roll call
• Approval of minutes
• Old Business: 
• Variance//2024V-043//Setback Variance//Meade County Fiscal Court//800 Moremen Dr Brandenburg, KY//PVA# 122-00-00-010

• New Business:  None
• Adjournment

OPEN BURNING BAN
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that due to excess dryness, lack of measurable precipitation, and current fire hazard conditions, pursuant to Kentucky Statute, I do hereby issue a NO OUTSIDE BURN ORDER county wide, effective immediately, banning all open burning in all areas of Meade County, Kentucky.
This ORDER includes the lighting of fireworks and burning of any material outdoors.
A lack of rain in recent weeks has produced dry conditions in area grasslands and woodlands, lawns, and shrubbery, which poses an increased risk of damage from wildfires, caused by open burning and fireworks.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that this ban be effective immediately; and will be lifted by order, after sufficient rainfall to abate the hazardous conditions.
This 5th day of September 2024.

US National Weather Service Paducah Kentucky: We have 3 basic spotter training classes coming up. Two are virtual and one is in person. Go to weather.gov/pah/spottertraining to sign up and get more information.

Meade County EMS will offer a AHA CPR class on September 25th, 2024. It will be from 6-10 PM EDT at
EMS Station 1
999 Armory Place
Brandenburg, KY 40108
Cost is $40.00. Vacancies are limited, so call and reserve a spot. 1-270-422-4023.

The AHA is the leader in resuscitation science, education, and training, and publisher of the official Guidelines for CPR and ECC. Millions of healthcare providers and others trust the AHA for their lifesaving training, and 100% of the AHA’s profits go back into supporting its lifesaving mission.

In April, a hacker began selling stolen data from National Public Data (NPD), a consumer data broker. The successful access was not acknowledged by NPD until August 12th. The website of the data broker had contained a zip file with the back-end passwords needed to access the database.
As a consumer data broker, the NPD database contained names, addresses, phone numbers, and social security numbers for people going back decades.

Personal information exposed on the dark web does not necessarily mean your info has been used fraudulently. We recommend you take the following proactive steps to prevent any potential risk:

• Place a fraud alert on your credit file as soon as possible at Experian.com/fraud or by calling 1-888-397-3742
• Place a freeze on your credit file at all three credit bureaus–Experian®, TransUnion® & Equifax®.
• Review your credit report from all three bureaus and report any activity you don’t recognize. Request a copy of your latest credit reports by visiting AnnualCreditReport.com.
• Review resources available at the Social Security Administration online by visiting SSA.Gov/Fraud
• Monitor your credit card and bank accounts for suspicious transactions and notify the financial institution if you notice anything suspicious.

Note: Large data breaches often lead to multiple alerts of exposed personal information, as information is exposed in a variety of combinations.

Steps you can take to help protect your credit & identity:

• Visit IdentityTheft.gov to learn how to set up protections.
  https://www.identitytheft.gov
• You can get a free yearly Credit Report from each of the three Credit Bureaus at
  https://www.annualcreditreport.com/index.action
• You can protect your children and minors from identity theft by visiting
  https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0040-child-identity-theft
• You can also set up Fraud Alerts on your accounts by visiting
  https://fraud.transunion.com/fa/fraudAlert/

Online Scams You Need To Know:
1 – PHISHING
Phishing scams are based on communication made via email or on social networks. Cyber criminals trick you into clicking malicious links and access a website that looks legit, but it’s actually controlled by them. You might end up giving your login credentials and other personal information.
2 – ROMANCE SCAMS
A romance scam usually takes place on social dating networks. Social networking sites are inevitable apps to look for love as well but you need to be careful because you never know who can you meet.
3 – TRAVEL SCAMS
You receive an email containing an amazing offer for an exceptional and hard to refuse destination that expires in a short period of time. The problem is that some of these offers actually hide some necessary costs until you pay for the initial offer. Others just take your money without sending you anywhere.
4 – FAKE NEWS SCAMS
Misleading resources and content found online is a serious problem that should concern our society. It makes impossible for people to distinguish between what’s real and what is not.
5 – TECH SUPPORT ONLINE SCAMS
These tech “experts” pretend to know everything about your computer, how it got hacked and many other details that help them gain your trust and convince victims into giving their sensitive information. Even worst, they try to convince potential victims to pay for unnecessary technical support services.
6 – SMS SCAMS
Smartphones are essential for communication, online shopping, banking or any other online activities. Be careful about these SMS you receive and don’t click on suspicious links that could redirect to malicious sites trying to steal your valuable data.
7 – MAKE MONEY FAST SCAMS
Cybercriminals lure you into believing you can make money in a fast and easy way on the internet. The fraudulent posting of non-existent jobs for a variety of positions is part of the online criminals’ arsenal. This is quite effective approach especially when someone is in a difficult financial situation.

Meade County Property Valuation Administration: “With real property assessment totals certified for the 2024 tax year, taxing districts are currently going through the process of setting their tax rates. Please read the following article to learn more about the impact that has on your property tax bill. Each page of the article is displayed on a separate image.”

Meade County Solid Waste and Recycle
750 Ready Mix Road Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270)422-2868
meadeswc@meadeky.gov

Meade County Solid Waste and Recycle is now accepting bids for a glass pulverizing system.

The bid specs are as follows:

• Surge hopper 18” wide feeder
• Conveyor: 18” belt x 22’ long
• 2 screen mesh unit
• Dust suppression system
• Electrical enclosure, controls and disconnect
• Paper blower system

Bids should be remitted to Meade County Solid Waste and Recycle at 750 Ready Mix Road Brandenburg, KY 40108 no later than September 11^th, 2024 by 4:00 PM EDT. Meade County Solid Waste and Recycle reserves the right to reject any and all bids submitted. For questions, please contact Jacob Butler, Coordinator at (270) 422-2868 or meadeswc@meadeky.gov.

The Meade County Road Department notes there will be traffic delays on Old Ekron Road August 29, 2024 and August 30, 2024.

The Meade County Road Department will be closed Monday, September 2th, 2024 in observance of Labor Day.

The Meade County Court House will be closed Monday, September 2th, 2024 in observance of Labor Day. Labor Day marks the day in 1894 when Congress declared the first Monday in September a national holiday to honor the nation’s workers and their contributions to the well-being of the country. Labor Day’s roots date back to the 1886 Haymarket Riot in Chicago.

VERVEELD TEKEN

Labor Day weekend is now a time of barbecues, getaways, and summer clearance sales but worker-oriented Labor Day parades and festivities still abound in dozens of cities across the U.S. The faces in photos of those parades include all colors and ethnicities because unions today are more diverse than ever before.

Many Labor Day parades were canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic from 2020 through 2022 but they resumed in many cities in 2022.

Labor leaders who focus on bread-and-butter issues rather than on broad social change continue to dominate the AFL-CIO and other unions. Unions also attempt to help their members by endorsing political candidates, supporting political action committees, and taking stands on civil rights and worker safety issues.

Union membership is on the rise after decades of decline, driven in part by the impact of the pandemic on workers, as well as a tight labor market in 2022.15 Employees at some Amazon, Starbucks, and Apple facilities and stores are among those who have successfully organized unions recently, seeking better pay and working conditions.

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Labor Day is a federal and national holiday in the U.S. that recognizes and celebrates the achievements of American workers. It’s observed on the first Monday in September. The roots of Labor Day date back to the decades following the Civil War when workers took part in strikes and rallies to demand shorter workdays and better working conditions.

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Labor Day was declared a national holiday in 1894. It was already an official holiday in 24 states by the time it became a federal holiday.

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A federal holiday is a paid day off for American employees regardless of whether they recognize the idea or concept behind the day. The religious holiday of Christmas is a federal holiday. A national holiday is one that’s observed by Americans regardless of their religion or other beliefs. Labor Day is considered to be both a national holiday and a federal holiday.

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Parades and other festivities still take place to honor workers but the long Labor Day weekend represents the unofficial end of the summer for many.

Job Notice

Meade County Detention Center is hiring for the following full-time position.

• Male Deputy Jailer – Full Time

To request an application please email: bfinch@meadeky.gov or visit the office of the Meade County Detention Center, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. For more information, please call the Meade County Detention Center at 270-422-2546. To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Friday, August 30th, 2024.  In house applicants will be given first consideration.  Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check.  Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes / applications for the Meade County Recycle Center for the seasonal position:

⦿ Laborer

To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the Meade County Finance Office 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. 

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967.

To be considered, applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2024. 

In house applicants will be given first consideration.  Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes / applications for the Meade County Recycle Center for the part-time position:

⦿ Laborer

To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the Meade County Finance Office 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. 

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967.

To be considered, applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2024. 

In house applicants will be given first consideration.  Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Public Notice

Per Chairman of the Meade County Board of Adjustments in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification. The Meade County Board of Adjustments will conduct public hearings on the following actions on September 9, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. in the Meade County Courthouse.  For more information, call 270-422-4676

a.   Variance//2024V-043//Setback Variance//Meade County Fiscal Court//800 Moreman Rd Brandenburg, KY//PVA# 122-00-00-101

Meade County Public Library: Shred-It and Recycle Education Day with the Meade County Recycle Center
Meade County Public Library
996 Old Ekron Rd, Brandenburg, KY, United States, Kentucky 40108
Duration: 2 hr

Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
Come by the library to learn about recycling from the Meade County Recycle Center. They will be bringing a portable paper shredder if you need to shred any white paper only. They will also have a few bins available for newspaper and other recyclables. Recycling Education and crafts will be available in the annex. All ages are welcome.

Questions about recycling? Please call the Meade County Recycle Center at 1-270-422-2868

The Special Meeting of the Brandenburg City Council will be held at the:

Home & Garden Building
884 Hillcrest Drive
Meade County Fairgrounds
5:30 PM EDT on September 3, 2024

AGENDA: COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF ORDINANCE #637
*An ordinance relating to Business and Occupation License Fees

The Special Meeting of the Brandenburg City Council will be held at the:

Brandenburg City Hall
737 High St.
Brandenburg, KY 40108
5:30 PM EDT on August 27, 2024

AGENDA: Appointment to fill vacant council seat.

Meade County Recycle Center:
“Attention Meade County Residents

Quarterly Free Dump Days

Thursday, September 5th, 2024
Friday, September 6th, 2024
Saturday, September 7th, 2024

This will be limited to Meade County Residents Only, no businesses. Residents must provide proof of address via state identification or utility bill. Free Dump Days will be for regular household garbage/debris including household furniture. No residential construction debris (ie: shingles, wood, drywall, insulation, bathtubs/jacuzzi tubs, etc.) Tires are also excluded from Free Dump Days. For questions please contact us at 1-270-422-2868.

Public Notice – Per Chairman of the Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission; in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification.

The Meade County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on the following actions on September 3, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Meade County Courthouse.  For more information, call 270-422-4676

1. 2024R-074//Rezoning from R-4 to B-1//Shanks//116 Abby Ct. Vine Grove, KY//PVA 152-00-00-071
2. 2024R-075//Rezoning from R-1 to R-4//Cundiff//1485 Guston Rd. Guston, KY//PVA 088-00-00-035

There will be a regular meeting of the Meade County Fiscal Court on Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 at 7:00PM at the Meade County Courthouse.

The agenda is available by clicking on the PDF link below:

516 Hillcrest Dr. Brandenburg KY 40108

REGULAR MEETING
MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT
Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Drive
Brandenburg, KY 40108
Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 @ 7:00 PM
AGENDA

COMMENCEMENT OF MEETING
Call to Order
Public Session
Pledge
Invocation
Pledge & Invocation
Roll Call
Roll Call
Public Session
Committee Reports
BUSINESS SESSION
Consent Agenda
Approve July 9, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes
Approve August 1, 2024, Special Meeting Minutes
Accept Monthly Financial Statement
Approve Claims and Transfers
Accept Monthly Department Written Reports
Code Enforcement Board Appointment — Charlie Allgeier
Library Board of Trustees Reappointment — Carol Brown
Accept Hires, Resignations & Terminations
Amend Pay scale
Amend Job Descriptions
New Business
County Clerk — Print-On-Demand Ballot Printers Purchase Request
Meade County Sheriff’s Office —
2022 Mineral Tax Settlement Audit Results
2023 Franchise County Tax Settlement Audit Results
2023 Tax Settlement — Franchise Fire Dept Audit Results
2023 Tax Settlement — Real Estate Fire Dept Audit Results
2023 Tax Settlement — Real Estate and Minerals Audit Results
Treasurer – Real Property, Personal Property, Merchant’s Inventory and Motor Vehicle and Watercraft Tax Rates
Road Department — Diamond Court
EMS — Request to Put Out for Bid for New Ambulance & Box Swap
EMS Update
E911/Dispatch – EMS SOG Updates
Solid Waste & Recycling – Bid Request for Survey Work
Planning and Zoning – Zoning Map Amendment – 2024R-073 – Second Reading
Resolution 2024.08.01 – Help America Vote Act Election Security Grant
Resolution 2024.08.02 – Utilization of ARPA Funds for Groundwork at Project Site for New Animal Shelter and Road Department Buildings
Closed Session
Pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) (g), Discussions between a public agency and a representative of a business entity and discussions concerning a specific proposal, if open discussions would jeopardize the siting, retention, expansion, or upgrading of the business.
ADJOURN

The Meade County Board of Adjustments will have a regular meeting in the Planning and Zoning Office at the Meade County Courthouse on August 8th, 2024 at 8:30 AM EDT.

Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Dr, Suite 13, Brandenburg, Kentucky

Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes / applications for the Meade County Recycle Center for the part-time position:

⦿ Laborer

To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the Meade County Finance Office 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. 

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967.

To be considered, applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024. 

In house applicants will be given first consideration.  Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes / applications for the Meade County Recycle Center for the seasonal position:

⦿ Laborer

To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the Meade County Finance Office 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. 

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967.

To be considered, applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024. 

In house applicants will be given first consideration.  Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Brandenburg Police Department is now accepting applications for a (Certified & Non-Certified) Police Officer. Apply today by requesting an application by email at
police@brandenburgpolice.com
or stopping by:
Brandenburg City Hall
737 High Street, Brandenburg, KY.

If you have any questions, please call the
Brandenburg Police Department at 270-422-4981.

You must be 21 years old (you may apply at 20 years old as long as you are 21 years of age by academy graduation date), a US citizen, high school graduate or equivalent, and cannot be a convicted felon.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
https://brandenburg.ky.gov/

The Special Meeting of the Brandenburg City Council will be held at the:

Home & Garden Building
884 Hillcrest Drive
Meade County Fairgrounds
5:30 PM EDT on August 7, 2024

AGENDA: COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF ORDINANCE #637
*An ordinance relating to Business and Occupation License Fees
NEXT REGULAR SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 12, 2024

Driver licensing services will be offered to walk-in customers from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at ALL KYTC Driver Licensing Regional Offices. No appointment is needed. THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN OR DRIVER TESTING SERVICES OFFERED BY THE KENTUCKY STATE POLICE-
https://www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/driver-testing
Location information can be found online at 
https://drive.ky.gov/Pages/Find-an-Office.aspx

Elizabethtown
Driver Licensing Office: 916 North Mulberry Street
Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Phone: 270-740-5071
Fax: 270-234-8820
Email: KYTC.DDLElizabethtown@ky.gov
Hours: Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (ET)
Monthly Saturday Hours: August 3 from 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (ET). WALK-INS ONLY

Meade County Fiscal Court will hold a special meeting on Thursday, August 1st, 2024, at 5:30 PM EDT in the Meade County Court House Emergency Operations Center (EOC).

COMMENCEMENT OF MEETING
Call to Order
Pledge
Invocation Roll Call
BUSINESS SESSION
Approve Claims and Transfers
2024 Real Property,
2024 Personal Property
2024 Merchant’s Inventory
2025 Motor Vehicle
2025 Watercraft Tax Rates Review
ADJOURN

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 4900 FLAHERTY ROAD, VINE GROVE, KY 40175 PARCEL 160-00-00-98

Meade County Clerk’s Office:

“We would like to share this important Election information to help prepare for the upcoming General Election. We are sharing early and will do so often to help keep our voters informed.”

YOUR VOICE.
YOUR VOTE.
REGISTER TODAY BY SCANNING THE QR CODE OR VISIT GOVOTE.KY.GOV

MEADE COUNTY POLLING LOCATIONS
MEADE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL – COUNTYWIDE VOTE CENTER – ALL PRECINCTS
STUART PEPPER MIDDLE SCHOOL – COUNTYWIDE VOTE CENTER – ALL PRECINCTS
FLAHERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – COUNTYWIDE VOTE CENTER – ALL PRECINCTS
EKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – PRECINCTS ONLY – EKRON, BUCK GROVE, GUSTON
PAYNEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – PRECINCTS ONLY – PAYNEVILLE, BATTLETOWN, WOLF CREEK-CONCORDIA
MULDRAUGH CITY HALL – PRECINCT ONLY – MULDRAUGH

NOVEMBER GENERAL ELECTION DATES
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE: OCTOBER 7 (BOOKS CLOSED OCT. 8 – NOV. 11)
ONLINE PORTAL OPENS TO REQUEST MAIL-IN ABSENTEE BALLOT: SEPTEMBER 21
GOVOTE.KY.GOV
EXCUSED IN-PERSON ABSENTEE VOTING: OCTOBER 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30
LOCATED IN THE MEADE CO. CLERK’S OFFICE
NO EXCUSE EARLY VOTING: OCTOBER 31 – NOVEMBER 2
LOCATED IN THE HOME & GARDEN BUILDING AT THE FAIRGROUNDS

ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR VOTER REGISTRATION STATUS OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
PLEASE CALL THE MEADE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE AT 270-422-2152
PROVIDED BY SUSAN MASTERSON, MEADE COUNTY CLERK

Public Notice

Per Chairman of the Meade County Board of Adjustments in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification. The Meade County Board of Adjustments will conduct public hearings on the following actions on August 8, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. in the Meade County Courthouse. For more information, call 270-422-4676.

a. Variance//2024V-043//Setback Variance//Meade County Fiscal Court//800 Moreman Rd Brandenburg, KY//PVA# 122-00-00-010

Join the Meade County Fire District at Station 1 Training Room at 1800 Armory Rd, Brandenburg from 1pm-6pm to donate blood! You can walk in or schedule and appointment online at:

https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=MeadeCoFire

Meade County Water District
1003 Armory Place
Brandenburg, KY 40108
270-422-5006
meadecountywater.com

Date: July 17, 2024
TO: Meade County Water District Customers
RE: New Bill Pay Options

Meade County Water District strives to provide the best, most secure bill pay options for our customers. With our new Bill Pay, customers will be able to pay 24/7 by our new IVR phone system, Web, Text to Pay, or by setting up monthly Auto-Payments. Customer will be able to use various new payment methods, such as, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal & Venmo. With all new things, there will be a few changes. If you are a current ACH or Credit Card Auto-Payment, there is nothing you must do to continue your Auto-Payments.

We do want to make our Customers aware of the Fees associated with our services. When using a Credit/Debit Card you will pay a 2.8% processing charge with a minimum fee of $2.60. When paying with an Electronic Check or your Bank Account Information, whether a one-time payment or monthly Auto-Payment, there will be a flat $1.25 charge. Coming soon, when you call into Meade County Water District you will be greeted with a new option menu. If you choose to pay your bill over the phone there will be a $0.95 charge for all payments. Please feel free to give us a call here at the office with questions. 1-270-422-5006.

Emergency Notification System

The Emergency Notification System is a system public safety officials use to call landline and cellular phones, send text messages and emails, to inform the public of immediate threats to health and safety.

Examples include the need to evacuate during a chemical spill or gas leak, take appropriate action during severe weather warnings, or stay inside (shelter in place) because of critical police activity or hazards in your area.

Meade County has a program in place that is operated under the Code Red Alert System. Meade Alert System is the county identified program for the public to create an account to receive an alert
for emergencies.

To sign up for emergency alert messages, go to: https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/041F24D3DCDE

Code Red is funded by the Meade County Fiscal Court from Meade County E-911 Center budgetary funds in an effort to keep our citizens and visitors safe.

Brandenburg City Hall:
“CITY OF BRANDENBURG
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
FULL-TIME CLERK TYPIST
The City of Brandenburg is accepting applications for the position of a full- time clerk typist, until 3:00 p.m., July 30, 2024
TRAINING EXPERIENCE: Persons with high school diploma or equivalent; must possess the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Experience in government employment and/or planning & zoning preferred, as well as, computer skills including Microsoft word and excel, QuickBooks, billing program.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to be bonded. Subject to drug testing. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
BENEFITS: Full-time employee benefits including: health insurance, life insurance, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays and retirement.
SALARY: Based on experience
Applications may be obtained at Brandenburg City Hall, 737 High Street, Brandenburg, KY.
The City of Brandenburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
David Pace, Mayor
270-422-4981
mayor@brandenburgcity.com“

Hardin County Sheriff’s Office, Kentucky: “On Sunday, July 14th around 8pm, Deputy Billy Edwards and his wife Kathy were tragically killed in a traffic accident in Elizabethtown. Deputy Edwards was 24 year veteran of the Elizabethtown Police Department and he was currently a school resource officer for the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office.
Please keep Billy and Kathy’s family, their friends and the community in your thoughts and prayers.”

This guidance details steps end users may take to better protect their mobile devices and data.

The Financial Statement for Meade County Fiscal Court, year ending June 30, 2024, has been
completed as required by KRS 424. Copies of the Financial Statement prepared in accordance with KRS
424.220 are available to the public at no cost at the office of the
Meade County Treasurer, Tammy Graham
516 Hillcrest Drive Ste 12, Brandenburg, Kentucky.
Office Hours: 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. edt, Monday thru Friday.
Phone: 270-422-3967
Email: treasurer@meadeky.gov

Driver licensing services will be offered to walk-in customers from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at ALL KYTC Driver Licensing Regional Offices.
No appointment is needed.
THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE WRITTEN OR DRIVER TESTING SERVICES OFFERED BY THE KENTUCKY STATE POLICE- https://www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/driver-testing
Location information can be found online at https://drive.ky.gov/Pages/Find-an-Office.aspx

Elizabethtown
Driver Licensing Office: 916 North Mulberry Street
Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Phone: 270-740-5071
Fax: 270-234-8820
Email: KYTC.DDLElizabethtown@ky.gov
Hours: Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (ET)
Monthly Saturday Hours: July 13 from 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (ET). WALK-INS ONLY

The Messenger KY: “The Meade County fair catalog is here digitally! Find it here: https://www.meadecountyky.com/social/fair_days/ | Be on the look out for announcements about physical copies…”

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 1527 HARDESTY RAYMOND ROAD, WEBSTER, KY 40176 PARCEL 055-00-00-003.80

The Meade County Clerk’s Office IN-PERSON ACCESS to LAND RECORDS are TEMPORARILY CLOSED, due to repairs and installations. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. For assistance obtaining land records please see our staff or call our office at 1-270-422-2152.

The severe weather risk has been upgraded to a Level 3 out of 5 (Enhanced Risk) for a portion of the Lower Ohio Valley. This is driven by an increased tornado risk in the area highlighted in orange on the map.

PUBLIC NOTICE
LOCATION CHANGE

The Regular Council Meeting of the Brandenburg City Council scheduled for July 8th at 7:00 pm at Brandenburg City Hall will now be held at the:

Home & Garden Building
884 Hillcrest Drive
Meade County Fairgrounds
7:00pm on July 8, 2024

KYTC Drive – Bardstown is now home to Kentucky’s 33rd Driver Licensing Regional Office. The temporary office location is 860 W. Stephen Foster Ave., with plans to move to a larger, more permanent location in the future. Open to all Kentucky residents.

The office has a waiting area and staff ready to serve you for those wanting a REAL ID or standard version of their driver’s license, permit or state ID card.

Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm. Appointments are encouraged, but walk ins are welcome. Go to drive.ky.gov to schedule your appointment.

Kentucky State Police is not currently operating from this office, so no driver testing is available on site.

Read more: https://transportation.ky.gov/Pages/News-Media.aspx

Meade County Emergency Management: “The remnants of Hurricane Beryl will move across the region Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday. Depending on the amount of cloud cover Tuesday afternoon, a few strong or severe storms will be possible Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night. Localized areas of damaging winds and brief spin-up tornadoes are the main severe threats, in addition to flash flooding where heavy rainfall occurs.”
#KYwx #INwx

There will be a regular meeting of the Meade County Fiscal Court on Tuesday, July 9th, 2024 at 7:00PM at the Meade County Courthouse.

The agenda is available by clicking on the PDF link below:

516 Hillcrest Dr. Brandenburg KY 40108

REGULAR MEETING
MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT
Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Drive
Brandenburg, KY 40108
Tuesday, July 9th, 2024 @ 7:00 PM
AGENDA

COMMENCEMENT OF MEETING
Call to Order
Pledge & Invocation
Roll Call
Public Session
Committee Reports
BUSINESS SESSION
Consent Agenda
Approve June 11, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes
Approve June 25, 2024, Special Meeting Minutes
Accept Monthly Financial Statement
Approve Claims and Transfers
Accept Monthly Department Written Reports
Approve Hire – Fulltime Telecommunicator I
New Business
Proclamation – Shipyard Safety Recognition Day
Fiscal Year 2024 Treasurer’s Annual Report
Report Of The Auditor Of Public Accounts Agreed-upon Procedures Engagement Of The Meade County E-911 Public Safety Answering Point For The Kentucky 911 Services Board For The Period July 1, 2021, Through June 30, 2023.
Resolution 2024.07.01 – KY Ohio River Regional Recreation Authority
Tourism/Chamber of Commerce Update
Road Department – Shawn Lane Estimate
Open Moreman Road Site Dirt Work Bids
Solid Waste & Recycling – Put Out For Bid Land Survey
Grant Writer Update
Planning and Zoning
Zoning Map Amendment – 2024R-070 – Second Reading
Ordinance 2024-10 – Agricultural Land Acquisition – Second Reading
Zoning Map Amendment – 2024R-073 – First Reading
Closed Session
Pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) (c), Discussions of proposed or pending litigation against or on behalf of the public agency.
ADJOURN

Reminder: the following are closed Friday:
• Meade County Attorney’s Office
• Meade County Circuit Clerk’s Office
• Meade County Clerk’s Office
• Meade County Sheriff’s Office
Will reopen Monday, July 8th, 2024. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

The Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) announced a Final Determination prohibiting Kaspersky Lab, Inc. from directly or indirectly providing anti-virus software and cybersecurity products or services in the United States or to U.S. persons. The prohibition also applies to Kaspersky Lab, Inc.’s affiliates, subsidiaries and parent companies (together with Kaspersky Lab, Inc., “Kaspersky”). Bureau of Industry and Security Press release below to read more:

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 180 KIRCHDORFER ROAD, BRANDENBURG, KY 40108 PARCEL 093-00-00-080.33

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 1500 SANDY HILL ROAD, GUSTON, KY 40142 PARCEL 078-00-00-041

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 1527 HARDESTY RAYMOND ROAD, WEBSTER, KY 40176 PARCEL 055-00-00-003.80

The Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session on July 2nd, 2024 at 5:30 PM EDT.

Work Session Agenda:

The Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 2nd, 2024 at 6:30 PM EDT.

Regular Meeting Agenda:

Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Dr, Suite 13, Brandenburg, Kentucky 40108

Meade County Clerk’s Office will be closed July 4th & 5th in observance of Independence Day.
Will reopen Monday, July 8th, 2024.

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A REFERENDUM TO DETERMINE WHETHER CANNABIS BUSINESS OPERATIONS MAY OCCUR IN THE COUNTY OF MEADE

WHEREAS, on April 15, 2024, the Kentucky General Assembly adopted House Bill 829, signed into law by the Governor on April 17, 2024 amending KRS Chp. 218B, the Kentucky Medical Cannabis chapter; and

WHEREAS, KRS §218B.130 authorizes local governments to pass resolutions directing that the question of prohibiting cannabis businesses from operating within its territory be submitted to the voters of its territory at the next regular election; and

WHEREAS, the County of Meade., wishes to utilize the authority granted to it by KRS
§218B. l 30 to direct that the question of prohibiting cannabis businesses from operating within the County of Meade be submitted to the voters of the County of Meade at the next regular election.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the fiscal court of county of Meade, Commonwealth of Kentucky:

Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes / applications for the Meade County EMS for the following full-time position:
⦿ EMT
To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the office of the Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at: 270-422-3967.

To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than: 4:00 PM on Wednesday, July 10th, 2024.

In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing & background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meade County Animal Shelter is requesting furry friends!

The Meade County Animal Shelter is asking for donations of new and gently used stuffed animals for use in the 2024 Meade County Fair. Stuffed animals must be in like-new condition, pose no choking threat, and be under 15 inches tall.

Donations will be accepted from June 18 to July 1.

For questions or more information, contact the director, Jen Henderson at 270-422-2064, or email jen.h@meadeky.gov

These can be dropped off at:
526 Hillcrest Drive Brandenburg KY 40108.

The Meade County Fiscal Court will be accepting sealed bids. Meade County Fiscal Court reserves the right to Reject any and all bids submitted.

MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT, BRANDENBURG, KENTUCKY
INVITATION TO BID FOR MEADE COUNTY ROAD DEPARTMENT & ANIMAL SHELTER FUTURE SITE EARTHWORK
Sealed Bids for the above construction of project will be received at the office of the MEADE COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE OFFICE, 516 HILLCREAST DRIVE Ste 12, Brandenburg, Kentucky 40108, on or before 3:00 PM EDT (local time), on JULY 9TH, 2024. All bids shall be in a sealed envelope clearly labeled MCRD EARTH BID.

Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Meade County Fiscal Court Meeting the very same night of July 9th 2024, but The Meeting begins at 7:00 PM EDT (local time) at the Meade County Courthouse Courtroom. Bids will be opened shortly after the commencement of the meeting. The bid will not be awarded this night. MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT, further reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals.

General conditions, bond, mobilization, and demobilization shall be included in bid. A 5% bid bond is required, and if awarded the bid, a 10% performance bond shall then be required. The scope of this project is limited and does not include all shown on the plan. All Grading, including topsoil removal and replacement, erosion control devices and practices, seeding and strawing, permits, storm drainage pipes shown, and other appurtenances associated with the work shown on the construction drawings, contract documents and specifications. All excavation shown to perform these plans is unclassified. Buildings, asphalt, stone under the asphalt, waterlines, roof drains, sewer lines or systems are not a portion of this bid. The stakeout shown in the field is for information purposes. The contractor should include construction staking in their bid. General conditions, bond, mobilization, and demobilization shall be included in bid only. All subgrades under asphalt surfaces, concrete surfaces, and buildings, are to be cut 1’ below finish grade. Sinkhole Improvements, all silt fence, and rip-rap shown on the plans are required, and are a part of this bid. See Construction Documents for further project specifications and scope. All soils and top soils are to remain on site. Contact Michael O’Reilly with Smith Engineering with questions pertaining to the plans. (office # 270-422-2588)

The attention of the bidders is particularly called to the requirements and conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the Contract. Female and Minority bidders are encouraged to bid. Bidders are encouraged to utilize local, female and minority sub-contractors. MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This is NOT a Prevailing Wage Job per Meade County Judge Executive Office.

MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT, Kentucky reserves the right to reject any Bids for failure to comply with all requirements of the notice or of any of the Contract Documents and Specifications; however, it may waive any minor defects or informalities at its discretion., MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT, further Reserves the right to reject all Proposals.

Dated at Brandenburg, Kentucky, this June 25th, 2024.
MEADE COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE OFFICE
Ph. 270-422-3967
MEADE COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE
TROY KOK

Meade County Fiscal Court will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 9:00 AM EDT in the Planning and Zoning Conference Center.

COMMENCEMENT OF MEETING
Call to Order
Roll Call
BUSINESS SESSION
New Business
Approve Claims and Transfers
Ekron Fire Protection District Reappointment – Bonita Finch
Ordinance 2024-06 – FY 24-25 Budget
Resolution 2024.06.01 – Authorizing Referendum To Determine Whether Cannabis Business Operations May Occur in Meade County
ADJOURN

Meade County E-911 is accepting resumes / applications for the following full-time position:

⦿ 911 Shift Supervisor (Full Time)

To request an application please email: meadecounty911@meadeky.gov or visit the Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. For more information, please call Meade County E911 at: 270-422-4913.

To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than: 4:00 PM on Friday, July 5th, 2024.

In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing & background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meade County Water District
1003 Armory Place
Brandenburg, KY 40108
270-422-5006
meadecountywater.com

PRESS RELEASE
Date: June 18, 2024
TO: Meade County Water District Customers
RE: We need your help to conserve water
Due to increased demand as a result of hot, dry weather, Meade County Water District (MCWD)
is struggling to keep enough water in the distribution system to keep up with our customer’s
needs. MCWD has identified and is working to complete multiple projects to get more water
into the system and improve the resiliency. These projects will take several months to
complete so we are asking our customers to help us by limiting your water usage for watering
lawns, landscapes and gardens. We understand that asking you to conserve water can be an
inconvenience and we appreciate your help.
At this point, we don’t know how long we’ll ask you to limit outdoor water usage; the weather
plays a large role in what’s happening. We’ll keep you updated on the conservation measures
and the projects to improve the amount of water we can move through our system. Please
follow us on our Facebook page for updates.
Each project is in various stages of design and will take several months to get completed. We
hope to put the first project, which is a new upsized transmission main water line from the
Flaherty water tank to the Garrett water tank, by the end of July 2024.
We are asking our customers to conserve water by not using water for yards, landscapes and
gardens.
We realize this is an inconvenience and we are working diligently to make the much-needed
system improvements.
Thank you for your understanding during these trying times.
Brett Pyles
General Manager

Public Notice

Per Chairman of the Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission; in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification. The Meade County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on the following actions on July 2, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Meade County Courthouse.  For more information, call 270-422-4676.

a.   2024R-073//Rezoning from R1 to B2//Warren//4500 Flaherty Rd Vine Grove, KY//PVA 160-00-00-098

⚠️ Special Weather Statement ⚠️
Special Weather Statement issued June 17 at 3:35AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
The combination of hot and humid conditions will result in peak heat index values near or slightly exceeding 100 degrees this afternoon and evening.
If working or spending an extended period of time outside today, remember to drink plenty of water and take breaks in the shade or air-conditioned areas. Loose-fitting and light-colored clothing is recommended. Be sure to check on those most vulnerable to heat, including children, the elderly, and anyone without access to air conditioning. Provide shade and fresh water for outdoor pets and livestock.
Remember to always look before you lock! Never leave children or pets unattended in a parked vehicle. The interior of a vehicle can reach deadly temperatures in a matter of minutes.

A prolonged heat wave is expected this week. Spotty rain chances today, but dry Wednesday through Saturday. Highs in the 90s all week, with the heat index around 100 this afternoon. Drink plenty of water and take breaks in the shade or AC if you’re active outside!
Hot temperatures will continue through the week. People working outdoors and those without access to air conditioning will be most impacted. #kywx #inwx

The Meade County Court House will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in observance of Juneteenth Day.

The Meade County Circuit Clerk’s Office will be open and there will be court on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.

An ordinance amending Meade County Planning and Zoning Ordinance 920.00.

This is a summary version of an ordinance amending Meade County Planning and Zoning
Ordinance 920.00, specifically amending the section regarding solar energy systems by imposing a
temporary moratorium on the acceptance and processing of applications for levels two and three
solar energy systems.

The full version of this ordinance can be obtained in the Meade County Judge Executive’s
Office at the Meade County Courthouse, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, Kentucky 40108

An ordinance amending Meade County Planning and Zoning Ordinance 920.00.

This is a summary version of an ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on the
acceptance and processing of applications for conditional use permits regarding temporary RV
parks.

The full version of this ordinance can be obtained in the Meade County Judge Executive’s
Office at the Meade County Courthouse, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, Kentucky 40108.

The Meade County Ethics Commission will meet on June 18, 2024, 6:00 p.m. EDT, at the EMS Station #1, 999 Armory Place, Brandenburg, KY 40108. The agenda is below.

EMS Station #1

999 Armory Place, Brandenburg, KY 40108

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet – District 4, Elizabethtown
A Pavement Rehabilitation Project Begins Next Week Along US 31W in Radcliff.
The project is scheduled to begin along US 31W between West Lincoln Trail Boulevard and Kentucky Veterans Cemetery. This will involve removal and replacement of the road surface and an improved turn lane configuration with striping. Crews will be setting up varying traffic patterns around work crew operations starting Monday, June 10th.

The most significant impacts will take place at night to minimize disruptions to traffic flow and adjacent access. Motorists should pay close attention to construction zone signs for lane shifts and uneven pavement conditions. Travel areas and entrances will be delineated.

The project is scheduled to be complete by October 1st. Updates will be announced as the project progresses.

The Meade County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office will be OPEN on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19TH, 2024, during the Juneteenth Federal Holiday.

Meade County Court House
516 Hillcrest Drive Suite 4
Brandenburg, KY 40108

Office of Circuit Court Clerk
Circuit Court Clerk: Ellen F. Lindsey
Phone: 270-422-4961

The Meade County Clerk’s Office is now temporarily closed to the public for floor repairs & upgrades. We are closed June 6th, 2024, till June 10th, 2024, with plans to reopen June 11th, 2024. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

CLOSED: Thursday June 6th, 2024
CLOSED: Friday June 7th, 2024
CLOSED: Monday June 10th, 2024
REOPEN: Tuesday June 11th, 2024

The Meade County Fiscal Court will be closed Wednesday, June 19th 2024 in observance of Juneteenth Day. ​

Normal hours will resume on Thursday, June 20th, 2024.

The Meade County Road Department will be closed Wednesday, June 19th 2024 in observance of Juneteenth Day. ​We take this day to honor the end to slavery in the United States.

Normal hours will resume on Thursday, June 20th, 2024.

The Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session on June 6th, 2024 at 5:30 PM EDT.

Work Session Agenda:

The Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 6th, 2024 at 6:30 PM EDT.

Regular Meeting Agenda

Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Dr, Suite 13, Brandenburg, Kentucky 40108

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19TH, 2024, IN OBSERVANCE OF JUNETEENTH.

We take this day to honor the memory of symbolic end to slavery in the United States, the moment that in the west chose to celebrate the beginning of the transition from enslavement to freedom. The spiritual connection, which makes Juneteenth a lasting holiday, is that when Texans moved and brought the holiday with them others embraced it along with their own local emancipation days.

Normal hours will resume on Thursday, June 20th, 2024.

The Meade County Clerk’s Office will be closed on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19TH, 2024, in observance of JUNETEENTH DAY.
CLOSED: Wednesday, June 19th, 2024
REOPEN: Thursday, June 20th, 2024

The Meade County Property Valuation Administration (PVA) Office will be closed on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19TH, 2024, in observance of JUNETEENTH DAY.
CLOSED: Wednesday, June 19th, 2024
REOPEN: Thursday, June 20th, 2024

On Thursday, May 23rd Governor Beshear signed an executive order making Juneteenth a state holiday for executive branch state employees. This year the PVA office will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. We apologize for any inconvenience.

2024 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

 Public Notice – Per Chairman of the Meade County Board of Adjustments in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification.

The Meade County Board of Adjustments will conduct public hearings on the following actions on June 10, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. EDT in the Meade County Courthouse. 

For more information, call 270-422-4676

1. Variance//2024V-042//Accessory Building Variance//Benham//3640 Garrett Rd Ekron, KY//PVA# 138-00-00-026

Driver licensing services will be offered to walk-in customers from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at ALL KYTC Driver Licensing Regional Offices on Saturday, June 1, 2024. No appointment needed. This DOES NOT include driver testing services offered by the Kentucky State Police.
Location information can be found online at
https://drive.ky.gov/Pages/Find-an-Office.aspx

Elizabethtown
Driver Licensing Office: 916 North Mulberry Street
Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Phone: 270-740-5071
Fax: 270-234-8820
Email: KYTC.DDLElizabethtown@ky.gov
Hours: Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (ET)
Monthly Saturday Hours: June 1 from 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (ET). WALK-INS ONLY

MEADE COUNTY ETHICS BOARD

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MEADE COUNTY ETHICS COMMISSION
Special Called Meeting
AGENDA
Thursday, June 6, 2024
6:00 p.m. local prevailing time
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER
Meade County Courthouse

1. Call to order—Chairperson Patrick Hoke
2. Roll call—Chairperson Patrick Hoke
3. Approval of the minutes of May 13, 2024
4. Approval of legal advisor J. Peter Hill for Complaint 24-E-0318 at a rate of $150.00 per hour, not to exceed $1,500.00.
5. Introduction of counsel and address by legal counsel, Peter Hill
6. Hearing date of June 18, 2024, at 6:00 pm, location TBD (Note: regular meeting schedule is the second Monday of the month, as needed)
7. Adjournment

Meade County Fiscal Court will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 6:00 PM EDT in the Emergency Operations Center.

The Meade County Clerk’s Office will be temporarily closed to the public for floor repairs & upgrades. We will be closed June 6th, 2024, till June 10th, 2024, with plans to reopen June 11th, 2024. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Thank you, Susan Masterson, Meade County Clerk
https://www.facebook.com/meadecoclerk

Public Notice

Per Chairman of the Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission; in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification.

The Meade County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on the following actions on June 6, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Meade County Courthouse.  For more information, call 270-422-4676.

1. 2024R-071//Rezoning from A1 to R4//Dodson//1527 Hardesty Raymond Rd//PVA 055-00-00-003.80

The Meade County Fiscal Court will be accepting sealed bids for a new 18’ Boom mower and tractor with a mulching head for the Meade County Road Department. Bid specs can be picked up at the Meade County Road Department by contacting
Jeff Padgett
524 Hillcrest Drive
Brandenburg, KY 40108
Email mcroad2@bbtel.com or calling 270-422-3577.
Sealed bids should be remitted to Meade County Judge / Executive’s Office at 516 Hillcrest Drive Brandenburg, KY 40108 no later than:
Monday, June 10th, 2024, by 4:00 p.m. EDT.
Meade County Fiscal Court reserves the right to Reject any and all bids submitted.

The Meade County Court House will be closed Monday, May 27th 2024 in observance of Memorial Day. ​Remember and honor.

The Meade County Road Department will be closed Monday, May 27th 2024 in observance of Memorial Day. ​We take this day to honor the memory of service members and their families who have sacrificed to protect our freedom. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 28th 2023.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, MAY 27TH, 2024, IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY.
We take this day to honor the memory of service members and their families who have sacrificed to protect our freedom. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 28th, 2024.

Meade County Clerk’s Office: The Meade County Clerk’s Office will be closing at 3 pm today. We hope everyone has a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend.

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 4952 HIGHWAY 79 BRANDENBURG KY 40108
086-00-00-028
086-00-00-048.10

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 180 KIRCHDORFER RD. BRANDENBURG KY 40108 093-00-00-080.33

SUBJECT PROPERTY: 1500 SANDY HILL RD. GUSTON, KY 40142 078-00-00-041

To See Live Statewide Voter Information & Results for May 21st, 2024 visit:

https://vrsws.sos.ky.gov/liveresults/

Meade County Solid Waste and Recycle is seeking a bid for financing for a one-year term in the amount of $440,590.00 to facilitate the purchase of two 2024 Volvo VHD64B Trucks. Please see bid specs below:

Any questions or comments related to loan requirements and bidding should be directed to Meade County Solid Waste and Recycle Coordinator, Jacob Butler at (270)-422-2868

All interested persons and organizations in Meade County are hereby notified that a copy of the county’s adopted budget in full is available for public inspection at the Office of the County Judge Executive during normal business hours.

Click below to download the budget summary

Meade County Planning and Zoning Code Enforcement Board will hold a regular meeting on Thursday May 16th, 2024 at 6:00PM.

Click Below to download the Agenda

Meade County Courthouse

Planning & Zoning Office

516 Hillcrest Dr, Brandenburg, Kentucky

Thursday May 16, 2024 @ 6:00p

Meade County Water District
1003 Armory Place
Brandenburg, KY 40108
270-422-5006
meadecountywater.com

May 13, 2024
To whom it may concern,

Meade County Water District is currently fixing a water main break on Thompson Lane North. Repairs should be complete in three hours. If you have lost water during this leak you will be under a boil water advisory once service is restored. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Meade County Fiscal Court will hold a regular meeting at the Meade County Courthouse located at 516 Hillcrest Dr. Brandenburg, KY on Tuesday, May 14th, 2024 @ 7:00 PM.

MEADE COUNTY ETHICS BOARD

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MEADE COUNTY ETHICS COMMISSION AGENDA
Monday, May 13, 2024
6:00 p.m. local time
Meade County Courthouse
1. Call to order—Chairperson Patrick Hoke
2. Roll call—Chairperson Patrick Hoke
3. Approval of the minutes of April 22, 2024
4. Final approval of legal counsel approved by Fiscal Court at a rate of $150.00 per hour, not to exceed $1,500.00.
5. Motion to enter Closed Session for Preliminary Investigation of Complaint 24-E-0318
6. Motion to exit Closed Session and reenter Open Session
7. Possible action(s)
A. Motion to dismiss claims against respondent in Complaint 24-E-0318 (originally filed as 24-E-0001) OR
B. Motion to conduct a hearing for the claims set forth in Complaint 24-E-0318 (originally filed as 24-E-0001)
8. Determination of next meeting (if needed)
(Note: regular meeting schedule is the second Monday of the month, as needed)
9. Adjournment

Meade County Fiscal Court will conduct a Budget Workshop for the Fiscal Year 2025 on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 at 5:00 PM in the Emergency Operations Center located behind the Meade County Courthouse.

Emergency Operations Center
Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Drive
Brandenburg, KY 40108
Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 @ 5:00 PM

Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes / applications for the Meade County EMS for the following full-time position:

⦿ Paramedic or EMTA

To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the office of the Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at: 270-422-3967.

To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than: 4:00 PM on Monday, May 20th, 2024. In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing & background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meade County E-911 is accepting resumes / applications for the following full-time position:

⦿ 911 Communications Training Officer (CTO) (Full Time)

To request an application please email: meadecounty911@meadeky.gov or visit the Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. For more information, please call Meade County E911 at: 270-422-4913.

To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than: 4:00 PM on Friday, May 17th, 2024.

In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing & background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meade County Clerk’s Office NOTICE:

The Meade County Board of Elections will meet at the Meade County Election Building on May 14, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. to inspect all voting machines to be used for Election Day. KRS 117.165

ABSENTEE VOTING BY MAIL
The online portal to request an absentee ballot by mail will close on May 7, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

IN-PERSON EXCUSED ABSENTEE VOTING
Voters who have an eligible excuse may vote absentee in-person at the
Meade County Clerk’s office on May 8th, 9th, 10th, 13th, 14th and 15th from
8:00 am – 4:30 p.m. Any questions about eligibility please call 270-422-2152.

NO EXCUSE EARLY VOTING
All voters who are eligible to vote in the Primary Election in Meade County, and have not requested to vote absentee, will be able to vote early on May 16th, 17th and 18th from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Home and Garden Building located at the Meade County Fairgrounds, 876 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg 40108.

PRIMARY ELECTION DAY, MAY 21, 2024 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Ekron Elementary – Ekron, Buck Grove and Guston Precincts only

Payneville Elementary – Wolf Creek-Concordia, Battletown and Payneville Precincts only

Muldraugh City Hall – Muldraugh Precinct only

Vote Centers – Any eligible voter from any Precinct in Meade County can vote at the following locations:
Meade County High School
Stuart Pepper Middle School
Flaherty Elementary School

Public Notice

Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a Work Session on May 2nd, 2024 at 5:30 PM.

Click below to download the agenda

Meade County E-911 is accepting resumes / applications for the following part-time position:

⦿ 911 Dispatch Telecommunicator (Part Time)

To request an application please email: meadecounty911@meadeky.gov or visit Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. For more information, please call the Meade County E-911 at: 270-422-4913.

In-house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing & back-ground check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meade County Parks and Recreation is hiring for the following seasonal position:

• LABORER / GROUNDSKEEPER

To request an application for the Meade County Parks and Recreation Laborer / Groundskeeper please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the office of the Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967.

To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Tuesday, May 14th, 2024. In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Finance Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 Public Notice

Per Chairman of the Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission; in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification.

The Meade County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on the following actions on May 2, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Meade County Courthouse.  For more information, call 270-422-4676

1. 2024R-070//Rezoning from A1 to R1//Dadson//1527 Hardesty Raymond Rd//PVA 055-00-00-003.80
2. 2024R-071//Rezoning from A1 to R1//Hardin//1500 Sandy Hill Rd//PVA 078-00-00-041
3. 2024R-072//Rezoning from A2 to B2//Padgett//180 Kirchdorfer Rd//PVA 093-00-00-080.33

Opportunity to Bid

Meade County Fiscal Court would like to invite you to come and join our team. Meade County Fiscal Court is currently accepting sealed bids for:

• Meade County’s Information Technology (IT) Director.

To request information about the position for Meade County’s Information Technology Director position please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967.

To be considered, sealed bids will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024. Meade County Fiscal Court reserves the right to reject any, and all bids submitted.

Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes / applications for the Meade County EMS for the following full-time position:

⦿ EMT

To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the office of the Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at: 270-422-3967.

To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than: 4:00 PM on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024. In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing & background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meade County Fire District is looking for men and women to join them as volunteer firefighters.
They Offer:
⦿ All Personal Protective Equipment.
⦿ All Training, to include emergency medical training.
⦿ Use of department facilities to include physical fitness area.
⦿ Fire Call Reimbursement
⦿ Training Reimbursement.
⦿ Workers comp insurance.
⦿ Self worth and comradery.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet – District 4, Elizabethtown: Yard Sale, Political and Other Promotional Signs are Restricted on Right of Way – Illegally Placed Items are Being Removed

Mowing cycles are under way and illegally placed items along state maintained right of way areas are being removed. Residents, business operators and property owners along US and KY routes are reminded no signage is allowed on right of way other than official highway signs and items approved through a permit process. Particularly, with yard sales and property sales commonly taking place in spring along with the May Primary, related signs must be placed beyond right of way limits. Crews will not mow around illegally placed items. They will be removed. Items placed on right of way areas create significant delays for mowing crews and are potential hazards for mowing operators and passing motorists. They can create additional hazards by blocking sight distance or distracting drivers, particularly at intersections. All sale activities including parking should be off right of way limits.

It is also illegal to attach items such as flyers, posters, balloons or streamers to stop signs, highway markers or any other road sign or utility pole. Illegal placement on utility poles presents additional obstacles and potential dangers for utility crew workers.

Removed items will be taken to each county’s KYTC maintenance facility and held for a short period of time. Unclaimed materials will be trashed or recycled. If you have questions related to legal/illegal sign placement, please get in touch with KYTC District 4 in Elizabethtown at (270-766-5066).

KYTC District 4 serves Breckinridge, Grayson, Green, Hardin, Hart, LaRue, Marion, Meade, Nelson, Taylor and Washington counties. With nearly 3,000 miles of roadway to maintain, we greatly appreciate cooperation within each community regarding illegally placed items along right of way areas.

Visit IdentityTheft.gov to learn how to set up protections.
https://www.identitytheft.gov/

You can get a free yearly Credit Report from each of the three Credit Bureaus at
https://www.annualcreditreport.com/index.action

You can protect your children and minors from identity theft by visiting
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0040-child-identity-theft

You can also set up Fraud Alerts on your accounts by visiting
https://fraud.transunion.com/fa/fraudAlert/

Credit Freeze
A credit freeze, also known as a security freeze, is the best way to help prevent new accounts from being opened in your name. It’s absolutely free to freeze and unfreeze your credit, and it won’t affect your credit score.
https://www.transunion.com/credit-freeze

Buttermilk Falls Walking Trail Improvement-Official site: Make Plans to Attend
The 2nd Annual Buttermilk Falls Trail Day!
Saturday April 20, 2024, 8:00 am – Noon on Buttermilk Falls Trail
A series of events are planned and include making bluebird houses, tree frog tubes, wildflower seed balls, painted rocks for the trail snake and learning about salamanders and natural water ways. All learning activities will take place on the new portion of the trail. Activity locations will be marked along the trail.
Limited parking will be available at RECC substation with main parking area downtown at the gazebo parking lot. In addition to activities, trail rides will be available from the downtown trail entrance for those unable to walk. T-shirts and walking sticks will also be available for purchase at the entrance.
For more information, contact Jennifer Bridge at the Meade County Extension Office (270-422-4958) or go to our Facebook Page – Buttermilk Falls Walking Trail Improvement Official Site.

Meade County 911: Here’s another “911 TeleWeek” Did you know???
Did you know that if you are not able to call 911 in Meade County, then you can text 911? It’s called Text-to-911. To text, you only need to enter the number, 911, into your phone number field on your text message and then type your emergency. If it all possible, start out by stating your location.
Please remember….Call when you can, text if can’t.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5: Overnight lane and ramp closures on I-65 North beginning tonight, April 17, in Jefferson County.
The following closures are necessary for crews to replace an overhead sign and conduct core drilling for pavement samples:
Wednesday, April 17, from 6:30 p.m. to Thursday, April 18, at 5 a.m.:
Right lane closure on I-65 North from mile marker 133 to mile marker 134 (between University Boulevard and S. Jackson Street).
Closure of the I-65 North off-ramp to S. Jackson Street/S. Preston Street (Exit 134A).
Closure of the on-ramp to I-65 North from S. Preston Street.
Thursday, April 18, from 6:30 p.m. to Friday, April 18, at 5 a.m.:
Closure of the I-65 North on-ramp from Crittenden Drive.
Signs in the area will notify motorists of the closures. Drivers should heed signage, proceed with caution, and seek an alternate route.

“I VOTED” STICKER CONTEST

https://www.kentucky.gov/Pages/Activity-stream.aspx?n=SOS&prId=508#top
Secretary of State Michael Adams is inviting all Kentucky students to participate in the inaugural “I Voted” sticker contest. The contest is open to all Kentucky students from kindergarten to twelfth grade. To enter, students need to send in their best design for an “I Voted” sticker. The winning sticker design will be handed out to voters in participating counties during the 2024 general election.

“Each year, my Office encourages civic participation among middle and high school students through an essay and slogan contest,” said Adams. “This sticker contest allows us to get our youngest Kentuckians involved as well.”

Interested students can send their design to sos.secretary@ky.gov by May 17th at 5 p.m. EDT. Please include the student’s name, school, address, and phone number in the submission, along with “I Voted Sticker Contest” in the email subject line. To be considered, pictures must be original work and include the words “I Voted.” Please upload in JPEG or PNG format. The finalists will be chosen by the Secretary of State’s Office to go on a ballot which will be voted on during the 2024 Kentucky State Fair. The top vote getter’s design will be printed on stickers and sent to interested county clerks to provide to voters in November.

Meade County Fiscal Court will hold a special meeting on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the Meade County Courthouse.

Meade County 911 writes: April 14, 2024 marks the first day of National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week! If you know anyone or see anyone that is a 911 Dispatcher (also known as Telecommunicator’s), please thank them for their service. We will be taking this time to not only recognize our 911 Telecommunicator’s, but to also post daily informational material about the 911 Center and our services on Facebook, on the radio, and in the newspaper. To all of our current and former 911 Telecommunicator’s, Thank You for your service!

Meade County Clerk’s Office Reminder: Last day to register to vote for the Primary Election and before the book’s close will be next Monday, April 22.

U.S. Army Fort Knox – NOTICE OF INCREASED TRAINING NOISE
Military training through the remainder of April on Fort Knox may be louder than normal at times. Exercises involving aircraft, maneuvers and weapons firing in daytime and nighttime hours are an important aspect of maintaining critical capabilities and readiness of all units. This notice is provided as a courtesy for residents of the greater Fort Knox area.

Increased noise and vibrations may be experienced during this period.

Driver licensing services will be offered to walk-in customers from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at ALL KYTC Driver Licensing Regional Offices on Saturday, April 13, 2024. No appointment needed. This DOES NOT include driver testing services offered by the Kentucky State Police.
Location information can be found online at
https://drive.ky.gov/Pages/Find-an-Office.aspx

Elizabethtown
Driver Licensing Office: 1055 North Mulberry Street
Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Phone: 270-740-5071
Fax: 270-234-8820
Email: KYTC.DDLElizabethtown@ky.gov
Hours: Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (ET)
Monthly Saturday Hours: February 3 from 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (ET). WALK-INS ONLY

EXECUTIVE ORDER
MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT

Order for the Recognition of Sergeant Richard Givan and the Lowering of Flags to Half-Staff.

WHEREAS, Sergeant Richard Givan, a dedicated and esteemed member of our community, served with
unwavering commitment and selflessness as a firefighter; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper to honor the memory and service of Sergeant Richard Givan and to
express our profound gratitude for his dedicated service to our community;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Troy Kok, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Judge Executive, do
hereby declare that all flags at all public buildings, grounds, and facilities within Meade County be
lowered to half-staff immediately and remain at half-staff until sunset on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

I further encourage all residents, businesses, and organizations within Meade County to join in this
expression of respect and remembrance for Sergeant Richard Givan.

Troy Kok,
Meade County Judge Executive

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Transportation Officials Remind Kentucky Vehicle Owners About Registration
Options Given Delayed March Renewal Notices
Mailed notices expected to arrive mid-April
FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 10, 2024) – Registration renewals typically sent in March to applicable
Kentucky vehicle owners have been delayed to mid-April due to a state system issue. Vehicle owners
have options to pay registration fees and taxes before receiving the mailed notice, including online
renewal or visiting their local county clerk’s office.

Kentuckians with vehicle registrations expiring in April 2024 can visit drive.ky.gov to renew online by
entering the title number found on a previous year’s registration document and their license plate
number. Online renewals are not available if previous balances are owed or if insurance information is
not on file.

Kentuckians always have the option to pay in person or check balances at their county clerk’s office.
Those visiting offices ahead of receiving the April notice are asked to bring their ID, proof of insurance
and last year’s registration document for the same vehicle.
Administered by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), the vehicle registration and titling
portion of the Kentucky Automated Vehicle Information System (KAVIS) that launched in January is
used primarily by county clerk staff to perform vehicle and vessel-related transactions and to generate
user data used to mail notices. KAVIS generates the data used to prepare and send the renewal
notification postcards.

“The new KAVIS system is getting stronger every day, and we’re committed to working through the
challenges that any modernization project presents,” said KYTC Secretary Jim Gray. “We appreciate
the public’s patience and want folks to know they can take care of their vehicle registration needs
without having to wait for the notice to arrive.”
State transportation officials have resolved the majority of issues identified after making the new
system available statewide. Processing times at county clerk’s offices have and will continue to
improve throughout the year.

The KAVIS team continues to improve KAVIS performance and provide technical assistance to clerk
staff adjusting to a new payment system and process.

“Despite the growing pains of replacing a 1970s outdated mainframe system, KAVIS was needed to
introduce capabilities that are standard in most 21st century businesses, like improved reporting,
intuitive interfaces and user guardrails,” said Department of Vehicle Regulations Commissioner Matt
Cole. “Because of the many combinations of unique transactions the system performs, we may
continue to identify and resolve new issues throughout the first year as we cycle through new renewal
transaction types, like boat renewals due in April.”

Time-Saving Tips for Kentuckians When Renewing Vehicle Registrations:

• Renew your vehicle registration online at drive.ky.gov.
• Bring your ID, proof of insurance and renewal postcard.
• Pay electric and hybrid vehicle ownership fees online at EVHV.ky.gov. If paying in person at a
  county clerk’s office, you must pay when renewing your car registration and will need to bring your
  fee notification postcard.
  
  KAVIS Implementation
  
• The project to migrate to KAVIS kicked off in 2015, and six modules were gradually released, including boat titling and registration, a standardized point-of-sale system, disabled placard improvements, print on-demand decals and new flat license plates. In January, the commonwealth fully launched KAVIS to now handle motor vehicle title and registration services. A short-term closure of county clerk offices started Jan. 1, 2024, and counties gradually began using the new system starting the week of Jan. 8.
• As a mainframe legacy system, AVIS was difficult to support and lacked needed functionalities.
  Kentuckians, under KAVIS, can now keep their license plate if they sell or trade a car, and have more
  special license plate options to support their favorite organizations.

MEMEWARS UITWISSELING

Editor’s note: Click here to view the AVIS interface compared to the user-friendly KAVIS interface.

PUBLIC NOTICE

BUDGET HEARING REGARDING PROPOSED USE OF COUNTY ROAD AID (CRA) AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE (LGEA) FUNDS.

A public hearing will be held by Meade County Fiscal Court at the Meade County Courthouse, 516 Hillcrest Dr. Brandenburg, KY 40108 on Thursday, April 18th, 2024, at 5:00 pm for the purpose of obtaining citizens comments regarding the possible uses of the County Road Aid (CRA) and Local Government Economic Assistance (LGEA) Funds.

All interested persons in Meade County, KY are invited to the hearing to submit verbal comments. Written comments on possible uses of the CRA and LGEA Funds will be accepted at the above address or emailed to treasurer@meadeky.gov.

Any person(s) who cannot submit written comments or attend the public hearing but wish to submit comments, should call the Office of the county Judge/Executive at 270-422-3967 before close of business on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, so the arrangements can be made to secure their comments.

There will be a regular meeting of the Meade County Fiscal Court on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 at 7:00PM at the Meade County Courthouse.

The agenda is available by clicking on the PDF link below:

516 Hillcrest Dr. Brandenburg KY 40108

FROM: IRELAND ARMY HEALTH CLINIC
https://www.facebook.com/IrelandACH

UPDATE: There is a potential safety concern regarding Solar Eclipse Glasses purchased with non-appropriated funds and distributed by staff members of the Ireland Army Health Clinic. The glasses were purchased from a credible vendor but have since been recalled out of an abundance of caution. The glasses listed below were not included in the American Astronomical Society’s list of safe suppliers of solar eclipse viewers and filters and therefore may not be safe for viewing a solar eclipse.

Puzcow Solar Eclipse Glasses Approved 2024
If you have these products, we recommend you not use them for the upcoming eclipse on April 8. Please review the following information for more details, including how to view a solar eclipse safely and how to identify unsafe eclipse glasses:
https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety/viewers-filters
https://aas.org/press/american-astronomical-society-warns-counterfeit-fake-eclipse-glasses
We apologize for any inconveniences this may have caused.

Meade County Rural Electric Cooperative (RECC) is locally owned and operated, and their members have a voice in their co-op. Their members work together as a community to offer reliable, affordable electricity. Providing safe, reliable and affordable electric service in Breckinridge, Grayson, Hancock, Hardin, Meade and Ohio counties in north central Kentucky.

Meade County RECC Outage Map: https://outage.mcrecc.com/OMSWebMap/

Meade County RECC Homepage: https://www.mcrecc.com/

BRANDENBURG OFFICE:
Phone: (270) 422-2162

HARDINSBURG OFFICE
Phone: (270) 756-5172

Check out the PowerOutage.us website for up-to-date Power Outage Information! PowerOutage.us is an ongoing project created to track, record, and aggregate power outages across the United States. Click on a state and county to see more detailed info. Data is updated site wide approximately every ten minutes, with the goal to create the single most reliable and complete source of power outage information available.

Kentucky Power Outage Map: https://poweroutage.us/area/state/kentucky

United States Power Outage Map: https://poweroutage.us/

Contact Info:
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The Meade County Planning and Zoning Board of Adjustments will have a regular meeting in the Planning and Zoning Office at the Meade County Courthouse on April 8th, 2024 at 8:30 AM EDT.

Meade County Courthouse
516 Hillcrest Dr, Suite 13, Brandenburg, Kentucky

Please join us today as we remember the lives lost and those changed forever by the tornado that hit Brandenburg 50 years ago. The ceremony will be streamed live on WVIH.com and broadcast on WMMG for those who are not able to attend in person.

Communities in Meade and Breckinridge County will pause to remember and honor those lost fifty years ago today on April 3, 1974.

The storms hit with little or no advance warning in the mid afternoon hours. One storm developed in western Kentucky and dropped the 47th of 148 tornadoes of the outbreak near McQuady and continued on the ground some thirty miles to where as a F5 storm it leveled the main business and residential areas of Brandenburg just after 4 pm.

The same storm produced another long track tornado in Louisville that continued through Oldham and Trimble Counties to near Madison, Indiana. Thirty one people were killed in a matter of moments in Brandenburg that afternoon. A remembrance ceremony of the anniversary will be held at 4 pm in Brandenburg at the First Baptist Church at 149 Lawrence Street, a site that was destroyed in the middle of the path of the storm.

The ceremony will be streamed live on WVIH.com and broadcast on WMMG for those who are not able to attend in person. For more coverage and personal survival stories visit our special remembrance section of our website for audio and video related to the 1974 Super Outbreak by clicking here.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Remembering the Legacy: Brandenburg, KY Commemorates 50th Anniversary of Devastating Tornado
Brandenburg, KY – March 31, 2024 – On April 3, 1974, a catastrophic tornado tore through Brandenburg, Kentucky, leaving behind a trail of devastation that forever changed the landscape of our community. As we approach the solemn anniversary of this tragic event, the residents of Brandenburg and Meade County gather to honor the memories of those who lost their lives, and to reflect on the resilience and strength of our community over the past fifty years.
The Brandenburg community will come together on April 3, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Brandenburg, KY, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the tornado that struck our town. This memorial ceremony will serve as a time of reflection, remembrance, and unity as we honor the lives lost, the heroes who emerged in the face of adversity, and the spirit of resilience that has defined our community in the years since.
The ceremony will feature remarks from local officials, community leaders, and survivors, who will share their reflections on the impact of the tornado and the journey of recovery and rebuilding that followed. There will also be a moment of silence at approximately 4:08PM EDT, the time the tornado entered Brandenburg that fateful day, to honor the memory of those who perished and to pay tribute to the strength and solidarity of the Brandenburg community.
In addition to the memorial ceremony, there will be a reception offering light refreshments and memorabilia connected to the events of that day and the days that followed.
All members of the community, as well as friends and supporters from across the region, are invited to join us as we come together to remember, reflect, and renew our commitment to building a stronger, more resilient future for Brandenburg, KY.
Event Details:
Date: April 3, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM EDT
Location: First Baptist Church, 149 Lawrence St., Brandenburg, KY
For more information, please contact:
Jessica McKinney
Administrative Assistant, Meade County Judge Executive’s Office
(270) 422-3967 adminassistant@meadeky.gov

Wed, April 3, 2024 – Wear something green with Meade County on it. It is to remember the citizens that we lost to the 1974 tornado fifty years ago. Remember to wear your green and tell your story if you have one about that day.

⚠️ Court House closed. Leaving early due to weather.

SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT
Meade County Court House
516 Hillcrest Drive
Brandenburg, KY 40108
Thursday, April 4th, 2024 @ 5:30 PM
AGENDA
COMMENCEMENT OF MEETING
Call to Order
Pledge & Invocation
Roll Call
BUSINESS SESSION
New Business
Amend Payscale
Ethics Board
Reappoint Ethics Board Members – Johnny Thomas and Patrick Hoke
Approve Ethics Board Procedures
Ethics Board Records Storage
Ethics Complaint Fillings POC
Discuss Attorney to Represent Ethics Board
ADJOURN

MEADE COUNTY ETHICS BOARD

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Board of Ethics Meeting
Meade County Courthouse
Monday, April 8, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
Agenda (AMENDED 03/28/24)
Commencement of Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Agenda Items
● Discuss Secretary position. Requires taking the minutes. Requires that the meeting be
recorded.
● Approve minutes from the last meeting.
● Decide where records for the Ethics Board shall be kept. Decide where ethics complaints
shall be filed. The County Attorney no longer wants to retain records or be the place
complaints are filed.
● Approve amended Meade County Ethics Board Procedures. Agenda was amended to add
approval of these procedures.
● Hearing on Complaint. 24-E-0001.
Adjourn
Meetings will occur as needed. Board to decide if another meeting is to be scheduled.

The Meade County Sheriff’s Office will hold an auction/sale on April 27, 2024. The auction/sale will be at 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time at
Barr Reality and Auction
879 Hillcrest Dr.,
Brandenburg, KY 40108.

The Meade County Board of Elections will meet at the Meade County Election Building on April 23, 2024 at 9:00 AM EDT to inspect the Absentee and Early voting machines to determine they are properly set by law.
KRS 117.165

PUBLIC NOTICE – ABSENTEE VOTING BY MAIL
KRS 117.085, KRS 117.086
Eligible voters may request a mail-in absentee ballot by visiting the online portal at www.govote.ky.gov beginning on April 6, 2024 and ending May 7, 2024.

• Voters should not request a mail-in ballot if they intend to vote in person.
• Be sure to follow all instructions completely to include signing both envelopes where highlighted.
• The ballot may be mailed back to the County Clerk’s office or put in our drop box in the hallway of the Meade County Courthouse, 516 Hillcrest Dr, Brandenburg KY during our regular business hours, Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
  The last day to register to vote for the Primary Election will be April 22, 2024 at 4:00 PM. Visit the County Clerk’s office to complete a voter registration card or go to www.govote.ky.gov
  KRS 116.045(2) , KRS 116.0452(1)

Public Notice – Per Chairman of the Meade County Board of Adjustments in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification.

The Meade County Board of Adjustments will conduct public hearings on the following actions on April 8, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. in the Meade County Courthouse. 

For more information, call 270-422-4676.

1. Variance // 2024V-041 // House Variance // Redmon // 290 Brinlee Dr. Guston, KY//PVA# 105-00-00-016.49

The Meade County Court House will be closing at 12:00 P.M. on Friday, March 29th in observance of
Good Friday. We will reopen Monday, April 1st, 2024.

Meade County Finance Office is hiring for the following full-time position.
ANIMAL CONTROL DEPUTY DIRECTOR
The Animal Control Deputy Director, who must be available to be contacted during any hours to provide a professional service, if necessary, supports the county government operations, animal shelter, overseas volunteers, licenses, complex public safety, clerical and admin functions, enforcement of animal control ordinances and must qualify for peace officer functions per KRS 61.300.

To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967. To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, April 10th, 2024. In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements Include:
➼ Must be available for all duty hours. (On call.)
➼ Must be able to serve as a Peace Officer as required by KRS 61.300 .
➼ 21 Years Old or Older.
➼ High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent.
➼ Valid Driver’s License.
➼ No Felony, Domestic Violence or Drug Convictions.
Salary Includes:
➼ $45,697.60 / Year.
➼ Full Time.
➼ Benefits.

Public Notice – Per Chairman of the Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission; in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification.

The Meade County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on the following actions on April 4, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Meade County Courthouse.

For more information, call 270-422-4676.

a. 2024R-069//Rezoning from A2-B2//Bevill//PVA 086-00-00-028 & 086-00-00-048.10

The Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area, located in Meade County just 30 minutes from downtown Louisville, offers spectacular vistas of the Ohio River as well as opportunities for hunting, fishing, and numerous other outdoor recreational opportunities.

Founded by the National Park Service in 1934 as a recreational area for residents of Louisville and neighboring towns, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife has operated the 2,261-acre property since 2011. In 2024, Meade County formed a partnership with KDFWR to assume the operation of the campground.

RESERVATION LINK: https://app.fireflyreservations.com/Reserve/Property/OtterCreekORACampground1

The Radcliff Elizabethtown Metropolitan Planning Organization has launched a website to study public transportation for Hardin and Meade Counties with a user survey. The survey is available through the REMPO homepage at www.radcliff-elizabethtown-mpo.org or use the following QR code:

“Between now and midnight on Friday, April 5, 2024, their consultant team will be collecting the responses from the public survey (available in both English and Spanish). The input will be summarized and used as the team outlines the need and feasibility of implementing a fixed-route system within the Radcliff/Elizabethtown MPO urbanized area (Elizabethtown, Fort Knox, Glendale, Radcliff, and Vine Grove) and the improvement options for public transportation in Meade County to address the area’s industrial growth.

Please take a few minutes to complete the study and forward this email to ask others to do the same (email distribution lists, coworkers, agency members, constituents, family, and friends). Also, please post and/or ask others to post the attached flyer in prominent locations that will provide the opportunity to members of the public who will benefit most from the availability of additional public transportation in our area.

Also attached are printable copies of the survey in both English and Spanish. Please use at your convenience and mail completed surveys to REMPO, 750 S. Provident Way, Elizabethtown, KY 42701.

On behalf of the Radcliff Elizabethtown Metropolitan Planning Organization and Mike Skaggs, Project Manager, thank you in advance for your participation!
Your input is very important to us.”

Sincerely,
Patty Dunaway

Patty Dunaway | Office Executive
1650 Lyndon Farm Court, Suite 101 | Louisville, KY 40223 | [O] 502-339-5866 | [M] 270-230-7770
patty.dunaway@mbakerintl.com | www.mbakerintl.com

It Pays to Serve.
Are you at least 18 years old and a registered voter? Make money serving
your community as a Poll Worker for the 2024 Election year.

For more information, contact the
Meade County Clerk’s Office
516 Hillcrest Dr. Ste 1
Brandenburg, KY 40108
270-422-2152

Scan the code to sign up online or go to
GOVOTE.KY.GOV

Meade County Finance Office is hiring for the following full-time position.
SECRETARY / ANIMAL SHELTER TECHNICIAN
To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967. To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, March 27th, 2024. In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Finance Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For Immediate Release
March 8, 2024
Kentucky County Clerks Association Update on KAVIS System
Frankfort, KY — March 8, 2024 — The Kentucky County Clerks Association has important information for the public as we continue to work our way through the implementation of the state’s new vehicle registration system known as KAVIS. County Clerks are processing an increasing number of transactions each day, however, there are still significant delays and problematic transactions.
KCCA leadership has expressed our concerns and frustrations with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) on behalf of our customers and our motor vehicle staff. KYTC shared that the KAVIS team is working seven days a week to correct the programming errors that continue to plague the KAVIS system. In addition, too often, inconsistent information is being shared with County Clerks by KYTC’s Motor Vehicle Licensing Division (MVL) about transactions, potential workarounds, and even MVL’s level of assistance with problematic transactions. This only slows down service for our customers.
“Kentucky County Clerks continue to call on KYTC officials to resolve the issues within MVL and restore dependable support to the County Clerks and our customers. While many KAVIS bugs have been corrected, County Clerks are still struggling with the remaining bugs, which too often results in customers being forced to make multiple trips to try to complete transactions or lengthy wait times. The goal of County Clerks across the Commonwealth is to serve our customers. We appreciate our many customers who have shown us grace and patience when conducting business in their County Clerk’s Office, and we will continue to provide meaningful feedback to KYTC in hopes of improving our customers’ experiences. We all agree that once the software is fully operational, it will be a wonderful system, however, the status quo of long lines and too many customers forced to make multiple trips is not acceptable,” stated Tabatha Clemons, Grant County Clerk, Kentucky County Clerks Association President.
KCCA continues to request our customers to be as prepared as possible when they visit their County Clerk. The following steps will make your visit more efficient:
• Bring your driver’s license or state issued identification card.
• Bring your renewal notice and previous year’s registration.
• Bring your Kentucky proof of insurance printed or refer to your County Clerk if there is an insurance email address or fax number available for your county.
• Be prepared to wait longer than normal. It takes time to work through each customer’s account and merge vehicles for each customer.
• Check your County Clerk’s Holiday Hours for March 29 and March 30.
• For any transaction by mail, online or drop-off please include a contact phone number so we can reach you.
• KYTC’s web portal drive.ky.gov is available for renewals with verified proof of insurance and the customer is current with all taxes owed.
March is the busiest month of the year in the County Clerks’ motor vehicle departments. Currently, 963,462 renewal notices were mailed all with a March 2024 expiration date, compared to 310,019 in January and 296,490 in February. March renewals include all farm tags, campers, trailers, March birthdate renewals, fleets, heavyweight plates, and the start of boat renewal season.
Contact Information:
Susan Masterson, Meade County Clerk susan.masterson@ky.gov

2024 Primary Election – Election Day Tuesday, May 21, 2024 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Excused, In-Person Absentee Voting –
5/8, 5/9, 5/10, 5/13, 5/14, 5/15
Located in the Meade County Clerk’s Office, 516 Hillcrest Dr, Brandenburg

No Excuse, In-Person absentee voting (Early Voting) – 5/16, 5/17, 5/18
Located at the Meade County Fairgrounds Home & Garden Building
876 Hillcrest Dr, Brandenburg

Meade County Voting Plan for Primary Election May 21, 2024

Muldraugh City Hall – 206 Wendell St, Muldraugh, 40155. – This location will remain a precinct location for the Precinct of A101 (Muldraugh) only.

Ekron Elementary School – 2500 Haysville Rd, Ekron 40117. – This location will remain a consolidated voting location for the Precincts of E101 (Ekron), E102 (Buck Grove), F105 (Guston) only.

Payneville Elementary School – 520 Rhodelia Rd, Payneville 40157. – This location will remain a consolidated voting location for the Precincts of F101 (Wolf Creek-Concordia), F102 (Battletown) and F103 (Payneville).

Flaherty Elementary School (COUNTY-WIDE VOTE CENTER) – 2615 Flaherty Rd, Ekron 40117. – New this year, this location will now be a County-wide Voting Center. All precincts may vote at this location.

Stuart Pepper Middle School (COUNTY-WIDE VOTE CENTER) – 1085 Old Ekron Rd, Brandenburg 40108. – New this year, this location will now be a County-wide Voting Center. All precincts may vote at this location.

Meade County High School (COUNTY-WIDE VOTE CENTER) – 938 Old State Rd, Brandenburg 40108. – This location is a County-wide Voting Center. All precincts may vote at this location.

There will be a regular meeting of the Meade County Fiscal Court on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024 at 7:00PM at the Meade County Courthouse.

The agenda is available by clicking on the link below

516 Hillcrest Dr. Brandenburg KY 40108

The Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session on Thursday, March 7th, 2024 at 5:30 PM.

Work Session Agenda

The Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, March 7th at 6:30 PM.

Regular Meeting Agenda

USPS is offering 8 At-Home COVID-19 Tests Kit (New Offer) for Free when you provide your information/shipping through the USPS portal. Delivery is free.

Offer Notes:
This offer is only valid if an order has not been placed for your address since the program reopened on September 25, 2023. This offer is valid through March 8, 2024 then this Free COVID-19 Test Program Will be Suspended
Here’s what you need to know about your order:
Each order now includes: 8 rapid antigen COVID-19 tests.
Your order of 8 tests will come in 2 separate packages (4 tests in each package), each with its own tracking number. Packages will ship free.
March 8, 2024: This Free COVID-19 Test Program Will be Suspended:
Orders for free at-home COVID-19 tests will be suspended on Friday, March 8, 2024. Find out more information on free testing resources in the COVIDTests.gov “Testing Resources” section or by calling 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489).
Expiration Dates Extended:
Tests may show “expired” dates on the box, but FDA has extended those dates; see the full list of extended expiration dates. Fill in this form with your contact and shipping information to order your tests.

Meade County Water District
1003 Armory Place
Brandenburg, KY 40108
270-422-5006
meadecountywater.com

March 5, 2024
To whom it may concern,
Meade County Water experienced a main break this morning in the Area of Brandenburg Road. Our crews are working diligently to get this repaired. There will be around 50 homes without water while they repair the line. If you are without water, you will be under a Boil Water Advisory once your water service is restored. If you have any questions please feel free to call us here at the office. Thank you!

Meade County Planning and Zoning would like to invite you to come and join our team. We are accepting resumes for the following full time:
⦿ Planning and Zoning Administrative Assistant
To request detailed information about this position please email: pzadmin@meadeky.gov or visit the office of the Meade County Planning & Zoning, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.
For more information, please call the Meade County Planning & Zoning’s Office at 270-422-4676.
To be considered, applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Friday, March 22, 2024. Applications and resumes shall be submitted to Meade County Planning & Zoning Office. Meade County Planning Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

 Public Notice

Per Chairman of the Meade County Planning and Zoning Commission; in compliance with KRS 424 and the Kentucky Open Records and Meetings Acts you are provided notification. The Meade County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on the following actions on March 7, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Meade County Courthouse.  For more information, call 270-422-4676

a.              2024R-068//Rezoning from A2 to HI //Yager//3355 Cedar Flats Rd Battletown, KY//PVA 035-00-00-009.01 & PVA 035-00-00-010

b. 2024C-009//Commercial Development//Jones//PVA 160-00-084.02

WHAT: Meade County Fiscal Court Work Session
WHERE: Meade County Extension Office
1041 Old Ekron Road, Brandenburg, Kentucky
WHEN: Monday, March 4, 2024, at 5:30 PM
WHY: Solicit comments from the public about local solid waste companies.

Public Comments: All Meade County citizens are encouraged to bring their questions and concerns to be heard by the solid waste companies so that they might be able to address those both during the work session and their official bids when the bid is put out. Depending on number of people who sign up to speak, there maybe a 3-minute time limit for public comment speakers.

Reading of Guidelines for Company Presentations: Companies that have been invited to participate this evening in order of presentation:
Platform Waste
Green River Waste
Republic Services (current County provider)

Meade County Recycle Center will start accepting applications for the “Trash for Cash” program, beginning on Friday, March 1st, 2024.
Approved applicants can receive $75 per centerline mile of county roads cleaned. The total dollar amount is determined by the Energy & Environment Cabinet’s Division of Waste Management. “Trash for Cash” programs can provide funding to non-profit groups to collect litter along roadways. The Division has developed the following guidelines for cities or counties that fund “Trash for Cash” programs using the Kentucky Litter Abatement Grant. In order to participate in the program, your organization must be from Meade County, Kentucky and a federally recognized 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit. Completed applications should be returned by Friday, March 15th, 2024.
For any questions, contact Solid Waste Coordinator Jacob Butler at
270-422-2868 or email meadeswc@meadeky.gov.

Meade County E-911 is accepting resumes / applications for the following positions:
⦿ 911 Dispatch Telecommunicator Starter (Full Time) – $16.94/hr. ➼ *
⦿ 911 Dispatch Telecommunicator Lateral (Full Time) – $18.15/hr. ➼ **
⦿ 911 Dispatch Telecommunicator (Part Time) – $22.00/hr. ➼ **
➼ * Starting Pay without Experience and without being a Certified Telecommunicator with the State of Kentucky
➼ ** Certified Telecommunicator with the State of Kentucky
Job descriptions and job applications are available at the Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108. To request an application please email: meadecounty911@meadeky.gov. For more information, please call Meade County E-911 at 270-422-4913.
To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than: 4:00 PM on Wednesday, March 6th, 2024. In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Finance Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kentucky Emergency Management
KENTUCKY’S ANNUAL STATEWIDE
TORNADO DRILL
OFFICIAL EVENT OF SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK 2024
MARCH 6, 2024
10:07 AM EST/9:07 AM CST
SHARE YOUR DRILL BY TAGGING @KENTUCKYEM AND @NWS FOR #SWAW24

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet: Gifts are nice and so is peace of mind. Give your valentine both! Register today for Emergency Notice, an emergency contact registry that helps law enforcement officials know who you wish to be notified in case of a serious emergency. It helps first responders at the scene of a crash gain valuable information quickly when every minute counts.
Register today at http://bit.ly/emergency-notice and provide your loved ones with peace of mind.

U.S. Army Fort Knox – NOTICE OF INCREASED TRAINING NOISE
Military training through March 4 on Fort Knox may be louder than normal at times. Exercises involving aircraft, maneuvers and weapons firing in daytime and nighttime hours are an important aspect of maintaining critical capabilities and readiness of all units. This notice is provided as a courtesy for residents of the greater Fort Knox area.
Increased noise and vibrations may be experienced during this period.

Meade County Parks and Recreation is accepting resumes / applications for the Otter Creek Park for the full-time position:
⦿ Laborer / Groundskeeper
To request an application for the Meade County Parks and Recreation Otter Creek Park Laborer / Groundskeeper please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit the office of the Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.
For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967.
To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Wednesday, Feb. 28th, 2024. In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Finance Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Meade County Finance Office is hiring for the following full-time position.

⦿ ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER TEAM LEADER

To request an application please email: payrollclerk@meadeky.gov or visit Meade County Finance Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.

For more information, please call the Meade County Finance Office at 270-422-3967.

To be considered applications will need to be returned by no later than 4:00 PM on Friday, February 23rd, 2024. In house applicants will be given first consideration. Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check. Meade County Finance Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

From the Meade County Clerk’s Office – Notice Of Office Closure:
As things are improving daily, we are still experiencing some challenges with the new motor vehicle system. With that being said, the Meade County Clerk’s Office will be closed on Thursday, February 15th, 2024, to attend meetings in Frankfort. This is so that the staff may receive additional training and updated information concerning the new system. We are doing our best to serve each of you and want all the knowledge necessary to do it effectively and efficiently.
We are already seeing smoother waters ahead as we progress forward! We are seeing less issues with renewals, trailers can now be renewed, most transfers are successful without issue.
Thanks again for all your patience and understanding.

When you renew your license as a REAL ID, you’ll have a choice between a 4- or 8-year credential. Those who choose to UPGRADE before their expiration window pay $15 and keep the same expiration date. Learn more at realidky.com

U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) is offering a free training seminar for weather spotters.

➼ This webinar presentation is approximately 60 minutes in length, open to the public, and free of charge.
➼ First 1000 people who go to the GoToWebinar link provided will be allowed on the webinar!
➼ Instructors are National Weather Service Meteorologists.
➼ Real-time questions allowed!

✔ Learn cloud & storm recognition!
✔ Learn how you can help the National Weather Service through reports!
✔ Learn safety & preparedness tips!

For information on how to attend, please visit: www.weather.gov/cys/skywarn
The next class is offered on Thursday, February 15, 2024 (7:30 PM – 9:30 PM ET, facilitated by NWS Louisville). Webinar ID: 537-459-851

​​HAZMAT THREAT ASSESSMENT PROGRAM​
​ ​The USA PATRIOT Act requires all drivers transporting hazardous materials to undergo a security threat assessment. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA)​ developed a program to implement this requirement.

Visit https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/CDL.aspx#HAZMAT for locations where applicants can fulfill the fingerprinting requirement for drivers applying for a hazmat (hazardous material) endorsement.
The driver must also schedule an appointment by calling (888) 655-9655.

Agenda Notice for the Fiscal Court Meeting on February 13th, 2024.