Warren County Fiscal Court 06 11 2026

The Warren County Fiscal Court meeting held on June 11, 2026, included multiple procurement and budget-related approvals. The court approved various contracts and expenditures, including emergency plumbing repairs at the jail for $4,110 to Stewart Richey Service Group, a $30,274.65 change order to Sunbelt Construction for Sugar Maple Square Renovation, and a service agreement with Pi Barker Fire and Safety for courthouse camera system maintenance at $48.60 per month for 36 months. Several lease agreements with Enterprise Fleet were approved for new vehicles for Parks and Recreation, including two Ford F-250 trucks, a Ford F-450 flatbed truck, and a Ford F-350 cargo van, with monthly payments ranging from $1,200 to $1,550 over 60 months. The court also approved a $6,987.61 emergency purchase of a Mitsubishi mini split AC unit for the dispatch area and a $5,070.05 purchase of a mortuary stretcher from Affordable Funeral Supply after obtaining three quotes. Annual material bids were awarded to multiple vendors for items such as aggregate materials, asphalt, metal drainage pipe, gasoline, diesel, and tree trimming services. A negotiated bid for signs was awarded to Econ-O-Signs due to no responsive bids received. Additionally, the court approved a $257,078.78 insurance renewal with McNeely and Company for fire and emergency services. The meeting featured an extensive discussion on newly adopted stringent zoning and environmental regulations for data centers, emphasizing protections for community infrastructure, water resources, and quality of life. The court highlighted the importance of these regulations to prevent adverse impacts and avoid legal challenges, while remaining open to economic development opportunities that align with community values. Public comments reflected both support and concerns regarding data center developments, focusing on noise, water usage, job creation, and environmental impacts. The meeting concluded with community updates and acknowledgments.