Fiscal Court Meeting - July 28, 2026

The Hardin County Fiscal Court meeting held on July 28, 2026, included several presentations and discussions primarily focused on public safety and budget amendments. The EMS department reported on call activity and revenue growth, highlighting a $1.3 million increase in revenue over the previous year. The E911 department provided statistics on call volumes and service costs. A significant agenda item was the approval of Ordinance 347, Amendment 1 for fiscal year 2026-27, which included a $1.2 million budget amendment primarily for EMS equipment purchases, notably $900,000 allocated for new cardiac monitors. The court also approved resolutions related to personnel policy changes, job description updates, and IT-related grant applications, including a state homeland security grant for approximately $26,000 to $27,000 for software. Additionally, the sheriff's office briefed the court on the formation and successful deployment of a new special response team following a critical incident. The meeting concluded with committee updates and reminders about public safety and upcoming community events.