Daviess County Foscal Court Meeting, Thursday, July 30, 2026

The Daviess County Fiscal Court meeting held on July 30, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The court approved claims for all departments and reviewed the county's financial position, noting a strong general fund balance and upcoming capital projects. A solid waste disposal agreement with Renewable Resources LLC was approved, continuing a positive 10-year relationship with scheduled rate increases. The court also approved the award of bids for a new half-ton four-wheel drive pickup truck to Sarah Chevrolet Buick GMC and a dozer undercarriage replacement to MCO for $36,979.68. Additionally, the court discussed a $1 million KPDI grant to the city of Owensboro for industrial site development, with funds to be passed through the county. A first reading was held for a bond ordinance authorizing up to $60 million for a detention center renovation and expansion project, with an expected borrowing of around $47 million. A budget amendment was also introduced to reflect receipt of the KPDI grant. Other topics included zoning ordinance amendments to allow accessory dwelling units to address housing supply issues, and public comments highlighted concerns about animal shelter maintenance and contractor licensing enforcement. No final votes were taken on zoning or bond ordinance items as they were first readings.