Campbell County Fiscal Court

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Campbell County Fiscal Court: 11/19/25 Nov 20, 2025

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The Campbell County Fiscal Court convened on November 19, 2025, opening with a moment of silence, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of minutes from the October 28 special meeting and November 5 regular meeting. With no guests wishing to address the court, officials moved directly into new business. The court approved an interlocal agreement allowing four additional Campbell County cities to use the County Animal Shelter, completing a system in which ten cities use full animal control services, four use only shelter services, and one uses neither. Members also authorized renewing affiliation agreements for 2026 with both Campbell County LANSAR (search and rescue) and the Northern Kentucky Technical Rescue Team.

Personnel matters included adoption of the 2026 holiday schedule, advancement of Police Officer Daniel Bailey under the current FOP agreement, appointment of Judith Stevens as Senior Center and Wellness Assistant effective December 1, and reappointments of Maggie Whitson and Joyce Hamburg to the Cooperative Extension District Board. The court also approved a memorandum of understanding with Northern Kentucky Water District regarding the Racetrack Road fill station project.

During departmental reports, commissioners offered Thanksgiving well-wishes and shared updates from a recent Chamber of Commerce economic forecast event, noting expectations of slow economic growth, workforce shortages, and regional population challenges. The judge executive also announced the county’s Holiday Lights Recycling Program, running December 1 through February 1 at six drop-off locations.

In the finance portion of the meeting, the court approved multiple motions, including: declaring surplus property for disposal; awarding a major jail security system upgrade to Securitas Technology; accepting bids for janitorial services, Boyd Road pedestrian bridge rail improvements, and AJ Jolly Lake riser and valve upgrades; and granting permission to bid upcoming road resurfacing projects and swamp mats needed for lake dredging. Claims for three November dates were also approved. With no further business, the meeting adjourned.

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Campbell County Fiscal Court: 11/5/25 Nov 05, 2025

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The Campbell County Fiscal Court met on November 5, 2025, opening with a moment of silence, the Pledge of Allegiance, and roll call. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved unanimously.

Under new business, the court approved a memorandum of understanding with the Campbell County Conservancy to create and maintain new educational walking trails at Hendry Park. Several personnel actions followed, including the appointment of Brian Duane as a police officer, Katrina Friedrich as a full-time housing specialist, and Jeffrey Barnes as a full-time building inspector. The court also authorized advertising for a new housing administrative assistant to fill Friedrich’s previous position and approved the advancement of Andrew Lemke to Road Maintenance Specialist III.

The court entered and exited executive session before approving Resolution R-73-25, authorizing the purchase of property at 1094 Racetrack Road for the future Campbell County Public Safety Facility. Finance Director Laura then presented multiple items, including Resolution R-71-25, extending a grant administration contract with Atkins, Elrod & Associates through 2026, and Resolution R-72-25, approving a rural road resurfacing agreement for Clay Ridge Road with reimbursement up to $214,000. The court also approved the purchase of two new road maintenance trucks, authorized bids for slip repairs on Poplar Ridge and Steffen Roads, and approved all budget, fund, and claims transfers as presented.

In commissioner comments, members praised the success of the AJ Jolly Park Spooktacular event and expressed condolences to those affected by the recent plane crash in Louisville. The meeting adjourned after all business was completed.

This summary of the November 5, 2025 Campbell County Fiscal Court meeting was generated using AI and may contain minor inaccuracies. For official records, please refer to the county’s approved minutes or meeting video.

Campbell County Fiscal Court: 10/15/25 Oct 16, 2025

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The Campbell County Fiscal Court met on October 15, 2025, beginning with a moment of silence, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the October 1 meeting minutes. A proclamation was issued declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, recognizing the work of the Ion Center for Violence Prevention. Representatives from the organization thanked the Fiscal Court for its ongoing support and invited officials to tour their facility.

During regular business, the court approved a second reading of an ordinance adding stop signs at Clay Ridge Road and Pleasant Ridge Road. Commissioners then adopted updates to the Campbell County Police Policy and Procedure Manual and authorized a $25,000 trail assessment and design project at AJ Jolly Park in partnership with the Cincinnati Off-Road Alliance, fully reimbursed by MeetNKY. Several resolutions were passed to align employee insurance plans with the calendar year and to transition the county’s health insurance plan to a self-funded model administered by UnitedHealthcare. Officer Samuel Broomhall was promoted, and staffing changes at the Senior Center were approved, including converting a part-time position to full-time.

Additional actions included approving an interlocal agreement for animal control services, seeking proposals for a construction manager for the county’s new public safety building, and issuing requests for bids on multiple infrastructure and maintenance projects. The court also discussed progress on dam and bridge improvements at AJ Jolly Park and plans to convert the Boyd Road Bridge into a pedestrian crossing. The meeting concluded with announcements about the upcoming Halloween Spooktacular event on October 25 and the end of the 2025 camping season on November 1.

This summary of the October 15, 2025 Campbell County Fiscal Court meeting was generated using AI and may contain minor inaccuracies. For official records, please refer to the county’s approved minutes or meeting video.

Campbell County Fiscal Court: 10/1/25 Oct 01, 2025

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The Fiscal Court honored Emergency Management Deputy Director Greg Buckler as Kentucky Deputy Director of the Year and celebrated police promotions for Andrew Noyes (Captain) and Adam Latham (Sergeant). Public comments focused on park budget items and concerns over a proposed $40 million bond for a new county facility, with officials explaining the project and financing.

The Court approved updates to police policy, authorized a grant for e-cigarette recycling in schools, reappointed members to the Board of Health, and advanced plans for road improvements, water infrastructure at AJ Jolly Park, and inmate medical services. Commissioners also highlighted the success of the county cleanup and senior picnic events.

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Campbell County Fiscal Court: 9/17/25 Sep 18, 2025

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The Campbell County Fiscal Court met on September 17, 2025, and approved minutes from the previous meeting before moving into new business. The court authorized applying for a grant through the Extension Service that, if awarded, would provide six new trees at Pendry Park at no cash cost to the county. Personnel actions included promoting Brandy Fritchie to Deputy Director of Housing, approving the hiring of a new housing specialist to fill her previous role, and appointing Robert Tyman as a seasonal parks and recreation maintenance worker. Updates were shared on the upcoming Solid Waste Fall Cleanup (Sept. 26–27) and the community yard sale at AJ Jolly Park (Sept. 27). The finance director reported that bids for snow removal were accepted for fiscal year 2026, all bids for a culvert replacement project at AJ Jolly Park were rejected for reevaluation, and claims were approved for payment. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

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Campbell County Board of Adjustment: 9/16/25 Sep 17, 2025

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The Campbell County Board of Adjustments met on September 16, 2025. Members approved the minutes from February 4 and 18 before moving to the main case, a request from Caitlin Fryer for several variances to allow placement of a manufactured home on a 2.3-acre flag lot on Tarvin Road. Staff explained that the property’s shape, topography, septic system placement, and existing structures created challenges with required setbacks and frontage, leading to requests for four variances. The board discussed upcoming state law changes that will eventually align manufactured home regulations with those for standard single-family homes but noted the current rules remain in effect. After testimony and discussion, the board unanimously approved the variances, allowing the project to move forward. The meeting concluded with updates on upcoming comprehensive plan outreach and confirmation of one remaining vacancy on the board.

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Campbell County Fiscal Court: 9/3/25 Sep 03, 2025

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At its September 3, 2025 meeting, the Campbell County Fiscal Court approved the minutes from its previous session before hearing public comments from a resident who raised concerns about road conditions, budget allocations, and school transportation funding. Court staff explained the budgeting process for road projects and clarified certain grant-related budget items. The Court then approved several items of new business, including applying for a 2026 litter abatement grant, appointing Steve Bistard of Messer Construction to the BNKY Board of Directors, and authorizing executive sessions on pending litigation and real estate matters. Following those sessions, the Court approved participation in national opioid settlements and authorized the purchase of land on Racetrack Road for a new Campbell County Public Safety Facility, which will house police, emergency management, consolidated dispatch, and the coroner’s office. Additional actions included approving the purchase of video communication pods for the detention center, contracting for small bridge inspections, resurfacing AJ Jolly Park tennis courts with added pickleball courts, bidding tree removal services, participating in a multi-county truck purchase, and approving budget and claims items. Commissioners also highlighted the success of the recent Alexandria Fair and promoted the upcoming Kentucky Dragon Boat Festival at AJ Jolly Park.

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Campbell County Fiscal Court: 8/20/25 Aug 21, 2025

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The Campbell County Fiscal Court met on August 20, 2025, beginning with approval of minutes and moving into a wide range of business items. The Court adopted the 2025 ad valorem property tax rate, lowering the real property rate to 15.3 cents per $100 of value, below both the previous and compensating rates. Members also approved a memorandum of agreement with Boone County for veterinary services to streamline animal care needs. Several personnel actions were taken, including promotions within the Campbell County Police Department, the appointment of a new police officer, and hires in planning and zoning, parks and recreation, and animal services. The Court made multiple board appointments, including reappointments to the Public Library Board, a new representative to the Northern Kentucky Convention Center Board, and the first trustees for the newly created Transportation Improvement District. The meeting also included updates on community events such as the Festival on the Lake and the introduction of a professional arena football team, the Kentucky Barrels, at NKU’s Truist Arena. Additional actions authorized equipment purchases, senior center funding, a new emergency management truck, inmate medical service proposals, and snow removal bids. The Court entered an executive session to discuss property matters, made no decisions there, and later concluded with approval of claims and bills before adjourning.

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Campbell County Planning & Zoning: 8/12/25 Aug 13, 2025

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At its August 12, 2025 meeting, the Campbell County & Municipal Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request from the May 20 Trust for a four-lot subdivision on Cooper Bain and Kraft Road, with lots ranging from 1.7 to 7.2 acres. The property, currently zoned Agricultural-1 and outside immediate sewer service areas, will see two of the proposed lots combined due to septic system constraints, resulting in three new lots instead of four. No public comments were received, and staff recommended waiving street improvement requirements based on the minimal anticipated traffic impact. The commission also discussed upcoming public engagement for the comprehensive plan, appointed Justin Burse as the commission’s representative to the new Campbell County Transportation Improvement District, and distributed self-study continuing education materials.

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Campbell County Fiscal Court: 8/6/25 Aug 07, 2025

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At the August 6, 2025 meeting of the Campbell County Fiscal Court, Commissioner Painter was appointed to chair in Judge Pendery’s absence. The court approved Resolution R-51-25, entering a statewide mutual aid agreement for emergency management. They also passed a resolution to transfer ownership of a small orphan lot in Silver Grove back to the Finks family via a quitclaim deed. Judge Pendery promoted the upcoming Festival on the Lake at A.J. Jolly Park. Several resolutions followed, including one declaring county property as surplus for transfer to the Bracken County Sheriff's Office, and another authorizing a cryptocurrency account for law enforcement to return seized scam-related funds. The court approved a $20,500 highway safety grant, authorized the purchase of a new animal control truck and six police vehicles, and accepted bids for constructing a new accessible park shelter. Routine budget transfers, inter-fund transfers, and claims were also approved. The meeting concluded with a reminder about school resuming soon and a call for community support.

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