Certificate of Appreciation – Shawn Wethington – 5 years with Hopkins County Jail.
Certificate of Appreciation – Shawn Wethington – 5 years with Hopkins County Jail.
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New Hopkins County Video Tour
Check out the Video Tour of Hopkins County. Please go to http://hopkinscounty.ky.gov to view.
Service Pins Awarded 1/21/2014
Service Pins were awarded at the January 21, 2014 Fiscal Court meeting. Recipients were: Jeremy Crick - Sheriff's Department 15 Years, Denise Huddleston - Sheriff's Department 5 Years and Lydon Logan - Sheriff's Department 15 Years.
Minutes 11/13/2013
HOPKINS COUNTY FISCAL COURT
SPECIAL MEETING
GOVERNMENT CENTER
NOVEMBER 13, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.
The Special Called Meeting of the Hopkins County Fiscal Court was held at Hopkins County Government Center and was called to order by Hopkins County Judge Executive. Invocation was given by Magistrate Larry Wilson. Roll call was taken and a quorum was established with all Magistrates being present except Magistrate Shaun Roberts.
NEW BUSINESS: A) Resolution 2013-13 – Resolution of Agency Transferring from Non-Hazardous to Hazardous Coverage as defined by KRS 61.592 (1) (b) – Motion to approve by Magistrate Maurice Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Groves. Discussion: Magistrate Larry Wilson asked Sheriff Latham what employees will follow under the Hazardous Coverage and Sheriff Latham stated it was the sworn full service deputies; this does not include part-time Court Bailiffs and office staff.
B) Employee Benefits: Discussion about Flexible spending – New employees must wait 60 days after employment for flexible spending to begin. Motion by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Toney to approve the waiting of 60 days after employment for flexible spending to begin at the first of the month following the 60 days. Motion carried.
The Balance in flexible spending as of December 31 of each year will revert back to the County. Motion to approve the rule “if you don’t use it you lose it” for the flexible spending balance of December 31 of each year by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Welch. Motion carried.
Adjournment: Motion to adjourn by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Maurice Wilson. Motion carried.
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Donald E. Carroll
HOPKINS COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE
Close of Court – November 13, 2013
The foregoing minutes were presented by Fiscal Court Reporter Kim Blue, corrected where necessary, and signed by the presiding Judge with the approval of the Magistrates present.
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DEVRA STECKER
HOPKINS COUNTY COURT CLERK
Minutes 10/01/2013
HOPKINS COUNTY FISCAL COURT
REGULAR MEETING
GOVERNMENT CENTER
October 1, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
The Regular Meeting of the Hopkins County Fiscal Court was held at Hopkins County Government Center and was called to order by Hopkins County Judge Executive. Invocation was given by County Attorney. Roll call was taken and a quorum was established with all Magistrates being present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: September 17, 2013 minutes - Motion by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Maurice Wilson to approve the September 17, 2013 minutes. Motion carried.
REPORT OF COUNTY ATTORNEY: Carolyn Foster was in court regarding the citizens of the south end of Hopkins County who has fire protection from Mannington Fire District which is out of Hopkins County area. These individuals have received notice that the insurance rates are going up. These individuals have signed a petition to have them in the Hopkins County area but the Mannington Fire District will not agree to release them from its district. County Attorney stated he will take necessary steps to get them back in the Hopkins County Fire District. Captain Darwin Rideout and Blake Vaughn were also in attendance.
REPORT OF COUNTY CLERK: Tax bills went out on time.
REPORT OF SHERIFF: Collection of taxes started this morning.
REPORT OF JAILER: Gave a report to the Fiscal Court of the Inmate Training Facility that is being paid with commissary fund and inmate labor.
REPORT OF TREASURER: A) Payment of Claims: General Fund in the amount of $22619.06; Road Fund in the amount of $85892.24; Jail Fund in the amount of $11329.26; LGEA Fund in the amount of $120138.41, Total all Funds $239978.97. Motion to approve payment of claims by Magistrate Welch and seconded by Magistrate Groves. Motion carried.
Department Reports: Mike Duncan stated that all tiles have been removed and the 2nd floor remodeling is being done at the Historic Courthouse.
Report of Magistrates/Committee: Magistrate Toney stated the Recreation Building and Grounds Committee had met to discuss the inter-local agreement regarding Hopkins County/City of Madisonville dispatch center. County Attorney stated if the agreement was accepted today the County has a 90 day opt-out and the agreement can be adjusted until the April 1 move in date. Motion to approve the agreement with intent to continue negations between now and April 1 by Magistrate Toney and seconded by Magistrate Beshears. Motion carried.
Old Business: None
NEW BUSINESS A) Appoint Keith Cartwright, Jack Morris & Howard Jones to serve on Ethics Board for 2 year terms. Motion to make appointments by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
B) Approve Bids for Hopkins County Scattered Site Housing Rehabilitation Project:
Motion to approve bids by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Maurice Wilson. Motion carried.
Announcements: I-69 Conference is being held on Tuesday, October 15, 2013. The regular scheduled Fiscal Court Meeting on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 has been cancelled. There will be a Special Called Fiscal Court Meeting on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
Grievances from citizens: Carolyn Foster thank you for helping the south end of the county citizens for the fire protection.
Adjournment: Motion to adjourn by Magistrate Roberts and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
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Donald E. Carroll
HOPKINS COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE
Close of Court – October 1, 2013
The foregoing minutes were presented by Fiscal Court Reporter Kim Blue, corrected where necessary, and signed by the presiding Judge with the approval of the Magistrates present.
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DEVRA STECKER
HOPKINS COUNTY COURT CLERK
Minutes 12/03/2013
HOPKINS COUNTY FISCAL COURT
REGULAR MEETING
GOVERNMENT CENTER
December 3, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
The Regular Called Meeting of the Hopkins County Fiscal Court was held at Hopkins County Government Center and was called to order by Hopkins County Judge Executive. Invocation was given by County Attorney Todd P’Pool. Roll call was taken and a quorum was established with all Magistrates being present except for Magistrate Roberts.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: November 19, 2013 minutes - Motion by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Maurice Wilson to approve the November 19, 2013 minutes. Motion carried.
REPORT OF COUNTY ATTORNEY: County Attorney stated that he had inspected McElvain & Ashbyburg Roads. These roads are being damaged by trucks hauling on the roads. Countrymark is hauling on McElvain continuously and is expecting an offer to be presented at the next Fiscal Court meeting.
Magistrate Karol Welch thanked anybody that is helping in this matter.
REPORT OF COUNTY CLERK: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF SHERIFF: 2014 Fee Account Budget – Motion to approve by Magistrate Welch and seconded by Magistrate Groves. Motion carried.
REPORT OF JAILER: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF TREASURER: A) Transfers: Motion to approve by Magistrate Welch and seconded by Magistrate Larry Wilson. Motion carried.
B) Payment of Claims: General Fund in the amount of $20895.90; Road Fund in the amount of $68982.93; Jail Fund in the amount of $16188.68; LGEA Fund in the amount of $103489.22, Total all Funds $209556.73. Motion to approve payment of claims by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
Department Reports: Mike Duncan stated Courthouse Renovation is still being done and should be completed after the first of the year.
Report of Magistrates/Committee: Magistrate Toney gave the Court a report on the Food Drive that was held over the past weekend.
Magistrate Larry Wilson made a motion to loan the Hopkins County - Madisonville Public Library Board of Trustees the sum of $500,000.00 to finish renovation at 245 E. Center Street, Madisonville, Kentucky. This motion was seconded by Magistrate Toney. All magistrates being in favor - Motion carried. County Attorney stated a contract should be prepared and Magistrate Larry Wilson stated that Cindy Jones and Kim Blue would draft an agreement and send to his office for approval.
Old Business: None
NEW BUSINESS: A) Surplus Furniture and Fixtures from Courthouse. Motion to approve to surplus the furniture and fixtures by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Welch. Motion carried.
B) Appointment of Beverly Caricco and Scott Wells to Hopkins County Extension District Board. Motion to approve the appointments by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
C) Bryan Anderson has requested to fill the vacant office of Hopkins County Constable in the 5th District. Motion to approve by Magistrate Toney and seconded by Magistrate Welch. Motion carried.
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Announcements: None
Grievances from citizens: Lee Lingo invited the Court to attend the Kentucky Chamber 2014 Legislative Preview Conference in Lexington, Kentucky on December 9, 2013.
Adjournment: Motion to adjourn by Magistrate Toney and seconded by Magistrate Maurice Wilson. Motion carried.
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Donald E. Carroll
HOPKINS COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE
Close of Court – December 3, 2013
The foregoing minutes were presented by Fiscal Court Reporter Kim Blue, corrected where necessary, and signed by the presiding Judge with the approval of the Magistrates present.
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DEVRA STECKER
HOPKINS COUNTY COURT CLERK
Minutes 11/05/2013
HOPKINS COUNTY FISCAL COURT
REGULAR MEETING
GOVERNMENT CENTER
NOVEMBER 5, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
The Regular Called Meeting of the Hopkins County Fiscal Court was held at Hopkins County Government Center and was called to order by Hopkins County Judge Executive. Invocation was given by County Attorney Todd P’Pool. Roll call was taken and a quorum was established with all Magistrates being present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: October 16, 2013 minutes - Motion by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Toney to approve the October 16, 2013 minutes. Motion carried.
REPORT OF COUNTY ATTORNEY: McElvain Road – Letter was sent to Countrymark for payment of repair work.
REPORT OF COUNTY CLERK: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF SHERIFF: At the end of October 76% of Property Taxes has been collected.
REPORT OF JAILER: Update on Inmate Training Facility.
REPORT OF TREASURER: A) Payment of Claims: General Fund in the amount of $35506.53; Road Fund in the amount of $124578.62; Jail Fund in the amount of $9568.08; LGEA Fund in the amount of $89992.84, Total all Funds $259646.07. Motion to approve payment of claims by Magistrate Maurice Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Beshears. Motion carried.
B) Dental Insurance HRI has offered to reduce rates if we sign a 3 year contract. Motion to approve to sign 3 year contract by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Welch. Motion carried.
Department Reports: None
Report of Magistrates/Committee: Recreation, Building & Grounds Committee met at 9:00 a.m. on October 16th to discuss fundraising for Sports Complex. This did not pass committee.
Old Business: None
NEW BUSINESS: A) Resolution 2013-12 – Resolution of Hopkins County Kentucky to realign Bradford Pear Lane – Motion to approve by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Welch. Magistrate Toney recused himself from voting. Motion carried.
B) Approve Agreement between Kenwood Corporation and Hopkins County, Kentucky - Motion to approve by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
C) Presentation from Warrior Coal.
Announcements:
Grievances from citizens: Carolyn Foster asked about an update on the Fire district in the South end of the county. County Attorney stated he was working on this.
Adjournment: Motion to adjourn by Magistrate Roberts and seconded by Magistrate Welch. Motion carried.
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Donald E. Carroll
HOPKINS COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE
Close of Court – November 5, 2013
The foregoing minutes were presented by Fiscal Court Reporter Kim Blue, corrected where necessary, and signed by the presiding Judge with the approval of the Magistrates present.
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DEVRA STECKER
HOPKINS COUNTY COURT CLERK
Minutes 9/17/2013
HOPKINS COUNTY FISCAL COURT
REGULAR MEETING
GOVERNMENT CENTER
September 17, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
The Regular Meeting of the Hopkins County Fiscal Court was held at Hopkins County Government Center and was called to order by Hopkins County Judge Executive. Invocation was given by Shane Browning. Roll call was taken and a quorum was established with all Magistrates being present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: September 3, 2013 minutes - Motion by Magistrate Toney and seconded by Magistrate Welch to approve the September 3, 2013 minutes. Motion carried.
REPORT OF COUNTY ATTORNEY: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF COUNTY CLERK: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF SHERIFF: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF JAILER: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF TREASURER: A) General Fund in the amount of $81054.96; Road Fund in the amount of $17502.38; Jail Fund in the amount of $58513.01; LGEA Fund in the amount of $24176.55, Total all Funds $181246.90. Motion to approve payment of claims by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Maurice Wilson. Motion carried.
B) Quarterly Payments – Motion to approve by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
C) Treasurer’s Report – Motion to approve by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Maurice Wilson. Motion carried.
Department Reports: Jeff Browning, Road Foreman stated that Saturday, September 21, 2013 is the day set for the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day.
The State had notified Hopkins County Fiscal Court that the Otter Lake Dam needed to be mowed and cleaned up. The Road Department and the Hopkins County Jail’s Road Crew had cleaned the Dam. Magistrate Larry Wilson stated that he had gotten a call in the area the both crews had done a remarkable job.
Mosquito Spraying has been done and is continuing to be done in other areas in the County. The costs of chemicals for the mosquito spraying has been costly and that this should be a separate line item in next year’s budget.
Report of Magistrates/Committee: Magistrate Toney stated the Recreation Building and Grounds Committee has met to discuss the renovation portion of the old courthouse for the Central Dispatch. Motion to approve the costs of renovation to be paid by the 911 funds and not to exceed $150,000.00 was approved by Magistrate Toney and seconded by Magistrate Maurice Wilson. Motion carried.
Old Business: None
NEW BUSINESS: A) Approve 2013 Extension District Rates - Motion to approve by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Roberts. Motion carried.
B) Pauper Burial – Bandy Funeral Home - Motion to approve the pauper burial and payment of $500.00 to Bandy Funeral Home by Magistrate Toney and seconded by Magistrate Groves. Motion carried.
C) Resolution 2013-10 and Agreement between Commonwealth of Kentucky, Transportation Cabinet & Hopkins County Fiscal Court – Rural Secondary Funds in the amount of $260,051.00. Motion to approve Resolution 2013-10 and agreement by Magistrate Welch and seconded by Magistrate Larry Wilson. Motion carried.
D) Approve Bids for Demolition Clean-up – Lowest Bids
Motion to approve Demolition Bids by Magistrate Welch and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
E) Accept Bids for Surplus Vehicles Highest Bids:
Motion to approve the bids for the surplus vehicles by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Roberts. Motion carried.
F) Appointment of Jenny Sewell to PACS Board - Motion to approve appointment by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Larry Wilson. Motion carried.
G) Appointment of Bob Dampier to Economic Development Board - Motion to approve appointment by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Groves. Motion carried.
Announcements: Services Pins:
Library has a Challenge to raise funds by individuals making any amount of monetary donation and challenging someone to match it.
Samaritan House – Meet and Greet at EMA on October 7th at 5:00 to establish a homeless shelter in Hopkins County.
Grievances from citizens: None of record.
Adjournment: Motion to adjourn by Magistrate Roberts and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
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Donald E. Carroll
HOPKINS COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE
Close of Court – September 17, 2013
The foregoing minutes were presented by Fiscal Court Reporter Kim Blue, corrected where necessary, and signed by the presiding Judge with the approval of the Magistrates present.
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DEVRA STECKER
HOPKINS COUNTY COURT CLERK
Minutes 11/19/2013
HOPKINS COUNTY FISCAL COURT
REGULAR MEETING
GOVERNMENT CENTER
NOVEMBER 19, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
The Regular Called Meeting of the Hopkins County Fiscal Court was held at Hopkins County Government Center and was called to order by Hopkins County Judge Executive. Invocation was given by County Attorney Todd P’Pool. Roll call was taken and a quorum was established with all Magistrates being present except for Magistrate Beshears.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: November 5, 2013 minutes - Motion by Magistrate Maurice Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Toney to approve the November 5, 2013 minutes. Motion carried.
November 13, 2013 minutes – Motion by Magistrate Groves and seconded by Magistrate Welch to approve the November 13, 2013 minutes. Motion carried.
REPORT OF COUNTY ATTORNEY: County Attorney Todd P’Pool gave an update on the annexation for the South Hopkins Volunteer Fire Districts. A petition was delivered to the County Attorney’s office with the proposed boundaries to annex their Fire District territories.
Magistrate Karol Welch thanked anybody that is helping in this matter.
REPORT OF COUNTY CLERK: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF SHERIFF: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF JAILER: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF TREASURER: A) Transfers: Motion to approve by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
B) Payment of Claims: General Fund in the amount of $17517.75; Road Fund in the amount of $112956.59; Jail Fund in the amount of $65338.29; LGEA Fund in the amount of $122936.85, Total all Funds $318749.48. Motion to approve payment of claims by Magistrate Welch and seconded by Magistrate Groves. Motion carried.
C) Treasurer’s Report: Motion to approve Treasurer’s Report by Magistrate Toney and seconded by Magistrate Maurice Wilson. Motion carried.
D) Retirement: Senate Bill 2 talks about Pension Spiking which is defined when an employee from one year to the next has an increase of 10% in pay. Retirement used to be figured at the high five. Senate Bill 2 states no more allowing an increase to help retirement and if so the County will have to pay the difference. Employees need to understand when an elected official is going out of office they reward employees with an increase so this will not be allowed. Sick leave will no longer be applied to retirement for anyone hired after January 1, 2013. Part-time employees do not participate in retirement.
Department Reports: Frank Wright of EMA – gave report of Tornado Event of November 17, 2013.
Report of Magistrates/Committee: None
Old Business: None
NEW BUSINESS: A) Franchise Agreement – Time Warner Cable Midwest LLC Motion to approve agreement by Magistrate Roberts and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
B) Franchise Agreement – Insight Communications Motion to approve agreement by Magistrate Toney and seconded by Magistrate Welch.
Motion carried.
C) Memorandum of Agreement – Hopkins County Fiscal Court and Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Finance and Administration Cabinet. GIS Kim Ezell explained that this would be a partner with the State to purchase the data. Motion to approve agreement by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Groves to approve the Memorandum of Agreement. Motion carried.
D) Proposed Deed from Hopkins County Fiscal Court to Hopkins County Board of Education for the Anton School. In 1949 the School System deeded the Anton School to Hopkins County Fiscal Court. The Fiscal Court then issued the bonds and the bonds were paid off in approximately 1962 however the property was never deeded back to the school system. Motion to approve Judge Executive to sign the Deed on behalf of the Fiscal Court by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
Announcements: None
Grievances from citizens: None
Adjournment: Motion to adjourn by Magistrate Roberts and seconded by Magistrate Welch. Motion carried.
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Donald E. Carroll
HOPKINS COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE
Close of Court – November 19, 2013
The foregoing minutes were presented by Fiscal Court Reporter Kim Blue, corrected where necessary, and signed by the presiding Judge with the approval of the Magistrates present.
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DEVRA STECKER
HOPKINS COUNTY COURT CLERK
Minutes 10/16/2013
HOPKINS COUNTY FISCAL COURT
SPECIAL MEETING
GOVERNMENT CENTER
October 16, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
The Special Called Meeting of the Hopkins County Fiscal Court was held at Hopkins County Government Center and was called to order by Hopkins County Judge Executive. Invocation was given by Magistrate Larry Wilson. Roll call was taken and a quorum was established with all Magistrates being present except for Magistrate Roberts.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: October 1, 2013 minutes - Motion by Magistrate Welch and seconded by Magistrate Beshears to approve the October 1, 2013 minutes. Motion carried.
REPORT OF COUNTY ATTORNEY: Tax Sale with Clerk’s Office was held last week and it was a successful sale.
REPORT OF COUNTY CLERK: Present magisterial/legislative district maps for approval to move forward with the maps. Motion to approve by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Groves. Motion carried.
REPORT OF SHERIFF: Deputy Crick was present as Sheriff Latham was out of town.
REPORT OF JAILER: Nothing to report.
REPORT OF TREASURER: A) Transfers – Motion to approve by Magistrate Welch and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
B) Payment of Claims: General Fund in the amount of $70041.93; Road Fund in the amount of $60439.64; Jail Fund in the amount of $74856.71; LGEA Fund in the amount of $51709.77, Total all Funds $257048.05. Motion to approve payment of claims by Magistrate Beshears and seconded by Magistrate Maurice Wilson. Motion carried.
C) Treasurer’s Report – Motion to approve by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Groves. Motion carried.
D) Quarterly Report – Motion to approve by Magistrate Welch and seconded by Magistrate Toney. Motion carried.
Department Reports: Road Foreman Jeff Browning – Public Works Grand opening November 5 from 11:00 to 2:00.
Frank Wright – EMA Director had several missing persons in the last month. Several problems with County Sirens – something is wrong with the repeater or central dispatch. EMA will be doing some tests today. New communication vehicle is here if you would like to tour it.
Report of Magistrates/Committee: None
Old Business: None
NEW BUSINESS A) Appoint Roger Cunningham to Earlington Fire Protection Board of Directors. Motion to approve by Magistrate Welch and seconded by Magistrate Groves. Motion carried.
B) Resolution 2013-11- Resolution requesting the Kentucky General Assembly re-consider legislative expenditures taken from coal severance tax revenues and seriously consider changing the formula to return more of the severance tax directly to the general funds of coal producing counties through the Local Government Economic Assistance Fund until the crisis subsides. Motion to approve Resolution 2013-11 by Magistrate Larry Wilson and seconded by Magistrate Beshears. Motion carried.
Announcements: Service Pins:
Grievances from citizens: Shane Browning spoke to the court about the Fundraising of the Sports Complex. Would like the process to be lifted from the table position and just do the fundraising process. Contract presented is a guarantee to raise our fee. Recreation Building & Grounds committee will meet on November 5th to discuss this.
Adjournment: Motion to adjourn by Magistrate Toney and seconded by Magistrate Beshears. Motion carried.
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Donald E. Carroll
HOPKINS COUNTY JUDGE EXECUTIVE
Close of Court – October 16, 2013
The foregoing minutes were presented by Fiscal Court Reporter Kim Blue, corrected where necessary, and signed by the presiding Judge with the approval of the Magistrates present.
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DEVRA STECKER
HOPKINS COUNTY COURT CLERK
