8/17/26 Morgan County Commissioner

The Morgan County Commissioners held a meeting on August 17, 2026, where they addressed several procurement and budget-related matters. They approved claims totaling over $6.5 million and authorized the county Emergency Management Agency to pursue a $4,500 grant from REMC to purchase weather radios for community distribution. The Sheriff's Office was approved to apply for two grants totaling $325,000 to support opioid response investigations and other law enforcement activities. The commissioners discussed rezoning ordinances to support future industrial and residential development and initiated discussions on updating the Unified Development Ordinance to regulate data centers and battery energy storage systems, aiming to implement stricter land use classifications and environmental protections. Additionally, they reviewed and tabled a road use agreement related to Google’s activities pending further negotiation. The board also approved a claim settlement related to vehicle damage and discussed concerns about animal control contracts, emphasizing the need for better reporting and contract terms. Finally, updates were provided on bridge inspections and water supply protection ordinances, with a focus on environmental safeguards and infrastructure maintenance.