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Job Notice

Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes/applications for the following positions:

Judge Executive’s Receptionist

Planning and Zoning Administrator

Solid Waste and Recycle Laborer

EMS Assistant Director

Full Time Paramedic

4 Full time EMTs

Job descriptions are available at the Meade County Judge/Executive’s Office.   Resumes/applications should be turned in by Wednesday, May 25^th by 4 PM to Meade County Judge/Executive’s Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.  

Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check.  In house applicants will be given first consideration.  Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting bids from individuals for the position of a Contract Electrical Inspector.  Applicants must be currently certified by the State of Kentucky to perform both residential and commercial inspections.  The areas of jurisdiction are for the unincorporated Meade County, the City of Ekron, & the City of Muldraugh. 

This is an independent contract position without benefits.  Individuals hired must provide Workman’s Compensation and Liability Insurance.  Must have the desire to work with citizens and electrical contractors and possess the ability to explain regulations and codes.  Must provide and maintain reliable transportation, cell phone and all necessary inspection materials.  Applicant must maintain some set office hours within our office in Brandenburg, KY and will be responsible for entering inspection data into our iWorQ software system. 

Sealed bids will be taken until 2:00 p.m. on 10 May 2022 at the office of the Meade County Judge Executive, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.  Interested parties can submit all questions to the Planning & Zoning Administrator, Karen Goodin, at (270) 422-4676 or pzadmin@meadeky.gov.

Meade County reserves the right to reject any and all bids or let the contract as a whole or for any part, and to waive any informality or irregularities in the bids received.

The Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting bids from individuals for the position of a Contract HVAC Inspector.  Applicants must be currently certified by the State of Kentucky to perform residential and commercial inspections.  The area of jurisdiction is for the unincorporated Meade County. 

This is an independent contract position without benefits.  Individuals hired must provide Workman’s Compensation and Liability Insurance.  Must have the desire to work with citizens and contractors and possess the ability to explain regulations and codes.  Must provide and maintain reliable transportation, cell phone and all necessary inspection materials.  Applicant must maintain some set office hours within our office in Brandenburg, KY and will be responsible for entering inspection data into our iWorQ software system. 

Sealed bids will be taken until 2:00 p.m. on 10 May 2022 at the office of the Meade County Judge Executive, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.  Interested parties can submit all questions to the Planning & Zoning Administrator, Karen Goodin, at (270) 422-4676 or pzadmin@meadeky.gov.

Meade County reserves the right to reject any and all bids or let the contract as a whole or for any part, and to waive any informality or irregularities in the bids received.

The Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting bids from individuals for the position of a Contract Building Inspector.  Applicants must be currently certified by the State of Kentucky as a level 1, 2, or 3 building inspector.  The area of jurisdiction is for the unincorporated Meade County. 

This is an independent contract position without benefits.  Individuals hired must provide Workman’s Compensation and Liability Insurance.  Must have the desire to work with citizens and contractors and possess the ability to explain regulations and codes.  Must provide and maintain reliable transportation, cell phone and all necessary inspection materials.  Applicant must maintain some set office hours within our office in Brandenburg, KY and will be responsible for entering inspection data into our iWorQ software system. 

Sealed bids will be taken until 2:00 p.m. on 10 May 2022 at the office of the Meade County Judge Executive, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.  Interested parties can submit all questions to the Planning & Zoning Administrator, Karen Goodin, at (270) 422-4676 or pzadmin@meadeky.gov.

Meade County reserves the right to reject any and all bids or let the contract as a whole or for any part, and to waive any informality or irregularities in the bids received.

5/9/22 – Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, May 9^th , 2022 at 8:30 A.M. at the Meade County Planning & Zoning Office. 

Meade County Fiscal Court would like to invite you to come and join TEAM MEADE!!  We are accepting applications for the position of Information Technology Director.

The purpose of this job is to plan, direct, and manage the activities of the Meade County Courthouse Information Technology Department which provides Information Technology (IT) services to Meade County Courthouse departments by ensuring equipment, systems, and networks operate effectively and efficiently. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, strategically defining government information needs, analyzing problems and implementing corrective strategic plans, designing information systems that address organizational needs, and providing day-to-day IT support to Meade County Courthouse departments enhancing their abilities to deliver goods and services to the Meade County citizens.   

Meade County Fiscal Court requests that sealed bids for this job as Information Technology Director be remitted to Meade County Judge/Executive’s Office at 516 Hillcrest Drive Brandenburg, KY 40108 no later than Tuesday, May 3^rd, 2022 by 4:00 p.m.  Meade County Fiscal Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids submitted.

The Meade County Fiscal Court has determined it to be in the public interest to amend Ordinance No. 920.00. The Meade County Zoning Ordinance, so as to amend Section 1.8 Definitions and 3.6.3. “R-1” Residential to allow Modular Housing Units and Qualified Manufactured Homes as a permitted use.

AN ORDlNANCE AMENDING ORDlNANCE 920.00 THE MEADE COUNTY ZONlNG ORDINANCE PASSED AND ADOPTED DECEMBER 29, 1997, WHlCH BECAME EFFECTIVE MARCH 1, 1998, TO AMEND Section 1.8 Definitions and 3.6.3. “R-1” Residential.

A public hearing will be held by Meade County Fiscal Court at the Meade County Courthouse, 516 Hillcrest Dr. Ste. 12, Brandenburg KY 40108 on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at 5:30 pm for the purpose of obtaining citizens comments regarding the possible uses of the County Road Aid (CRA) and Local Government Economic Assistance (LGEA) Funds.

All interested persons in Meade County are invited to the hearing to submit verbal comments. Written comments on possible uses of the CRA and LGEA Funds will be accepted at the above address or emailed to treasurer@meadeky.gov. Any person(s) who cannot submit written comments or attend the public hearing but wish to submit comments, should call the Office of the county Judge/Executive at 270-422-3967 by May 09, 2022, so the arrangements can be made to secure their comments.

5/5/22 – Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, May 5^th , 2022 at 6:30 P.M. at the Meade County Courthouse. 

Surplus Vehicle for Sale by Sealed Bid

Meade County Fiscal Court is soliciting sealed bids for the following surplus vehicle:

2013 Chevrolet Express 4500 Van Ambulance

Mileage 236,647

Vin # 1GB6G5CL7D1116857

Sealed bids should be remitted to Meade County Judge/Executive’s Office at 516 Hillcrest Drive Brandenburg, KY 40108 no later than Thursday, May 12^th, 2022, by 4:00 p.m. 

The bids are expected to be awarded the following week.  The vehicles are being sold ”AS IS”.  No warranties expressed or implied.  Meade County Fiscal Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids submitted.  The successful awarded bidder will be required to take possession of the vehicle with in five (5) business days of the award.  Cash or certified bank check is required. 

The ambulance can be viewed at the Meade County Ambulance Service located at 999 Armory Place, Brandenburg KY 40108, by appointment only.  Contact the office at (270)422-4023 to schedule an appointment.  Any questions please contact Todd Vinton or Jerome Morgan at the office number listed.

SPECIAL NOTE:  The vehicle will need to have all striping/logos/lighting removed from it. 

There will be a regular meeting of the Meade County Fiscal Court at the Meade County Courthouse, 516 Hillcrest Dr., Brandenburg, Kentucky on Tuesday, April 12th, 2022 at 7:00 PM EST

The agenda is available by clicking on the link below

3/31/22 – Board of Adjustments Work Session

The Board of Adjustments will hold a Work Session on Thursday, March 31st, 2022 at 9:00 A.M. at the Meade County Planning & Zoning Office. 

4/11/22 – Board of Adjustments Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will hold a regular meeting April 11th, 2022 at 8:30 A.M. at the Meade County Planning & Zoning Office. 

4/11/22 – Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a Work Session on Monday, April 11th, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. at the Meade County Planning & Zoning Office. 

4/11/22 – Planning Commission Special Called Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a Special Called Meeting on Monday, April 11th, 2022 at 3:00 P.M. at the Meade County Planning & Zoning Office. 

MEADE COUNTY FISCAL COURT

ORDINANCE: 2022-01

SUMMARY VERSION

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 920.00 THE MEADE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE PASSED AND ADOPTED DECEMBER 29, 1997, WHICH BECAME EFFECTIVE MARCH 1, 1998, TO AMEND SECTION 1.8 DEFINITIONS AND SECTION 3.6.3 “R-1” RESIDENTIAL

This is a summary version of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 920.00. The Meade County Zoning Ordinance, so as to amend Section 1.8 Definitions to reduce the minimum acreage in a Family Subdivision to nine-tenths (0.9) of an acre with one hundred twenty-five (125) feet of road frontage, and to amend Section 3.6.3 “R-1” Residential to add Modular Housing Units as a permitted use in an R-1 zoning district.

The full version of this ordinance can be obtained in the Meade County Judge Executive’s office at the Meade County Courthouse, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.

The Meade County Fiscal Court will be accepting sealed bids for the construction of 50’ X 75’ Maintenance Building for Meade Olin Park.  Sealed bids should be remitted to Meade County Judge/Executive’s Office at 516 Hillcrest Drive Brandenburg, KY 40108 no later than Monday, March 28^th by 4:00 p.m.  Meade County Fiscal Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids submitted.

Scope of Work

Architectural Design

50’ x 75’ Maintenance Building

Meade Olin Park

• 50’ x 75’ Maintenance Building -Concrete floor with center drain
• 12’x16’ Office space
• 2-8’x8’ handicap restrooms external entry
• 8’x10’ internal restroom with shower
• 15’x16’ kitchen/storm shelter external hose bib
• Central air and heat for the office, kitchen, and restrooms
• 2 gas shop heaters in the bay area
• Big ceiling fan in the bay area
• 2- 12’ x10’ overhead doors
• 2- man doors in the shop area
• LED lighting inside and out
• Contractors must be bonded and insured
• Contractor will be responsible for all construction debris and clean-up
• Work area is confined so the area must be kept neat and orderly

   A rough sketch of what we are looking for will be available in the Judge/Executive’s Office.

  Any questions or concerns please contact Andy Weick, Facilities Manager 270-422-3967.

The Meade County Fiscal Court will be accepting sealed bids on opportunity to build a new EMS Station 3 in Payneville, KY.    Sealed bids should be remitted to Meade County Judge/Executive’s Office at 516 Hillcrest Drive Brandenburg, KY 40108 no later than Monday, March 28^th, 2022 by 4:00 p.m.  Meade County Fiscal Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids submitted.

Opportunity to Build

New EMS Station #3

Architectural blueprints will be available on LEN imaging site. 

The building will be approximately 2,600 square feet

• Site work required
• Typical Construction
• The building shall have one drive thru bay
• Living quarters
• Two bedrooms with full bathrooms
• Kitchen
• Supply room
• Laundry room
• Mechanical room
• Brick exterior with a typical gable shingle roof
• Trane HVAC Equipment
• Contractor must be bonded and insured

Any questions or concerns please contact Andy Weick, Facilities Manager 270-422-3967.

3/17/22 – Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a Work Session on Thursday, March 17th, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. at the Meade County Planning & Zoning Office. 

The Meade County Fiscal Court will be accepting sealed bids for qualified vendors for four (4) new dispatch consoles for the Meade County E-911 Center. 

Bid specs can be picked up Monday thru Friday between 8 AM- 4PM at Meade County E-911 516 Hillcrest Drive, Suite 8 Brandenburg, KY 40108. 

Any questions should be directed to Jeremy Miller, 911 Director at 270-422-4182. 

Sealed bids should be remitted to Meade County Judge Executive’s Office at 516 Hillcrest Drive, Suite 12 Brandenburg, KY 40108 no later than Thursday, March 24^th, 2022, by 4:00 p.m.  Meade County Fiscal Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids submitted.

There will be a regular meeting of the Meade County Fiscal Court on Tuesday, March 8th, 2022 at 7:00PM at the Meade County Courthouse.

The agenda is available by clicking on the link below

Would you like to be added to the Meade County Emergency Alert list?

Click on the Code Red Link below to add your Phone Number and Address to the Meade County Reverse 911 System.

The Meade County Fiscal Court will be accepting sealed bids for qualified vendors for the offender phone system contract at the Meade County Detention Center.  Bid specs can be picked up Monday thru Friday between 8 AM- 4PM at the Meade County Detention Center 516 Hillcrest Drive, Suite 16 Brandenburg, KY 40108. 

Any questions should be directed to JJ Scarborough, Jailer at 270-422-2546. 

Sealed bids should be remitted to Meade County Detention Center at 516 Hillcrest Drive, Suite 16 Brandenburg, KY 40108 no later than Wednesday, March 16^th, 2022, by 4:00 p.m.  Meade County Fiscal Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids submitted.

3/3/22 – Planning Commission Work Session & Regular Scheduled Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a Work Session followed by a Regular Scheduled Meeting on Thursday, March 3^rd, 2022 at 5:30 P.M. & 6:30 P.M. at the Meade County Courthouse. 

3/14/22 – *Cancellation* Board of Adjustments Regular Scheduled Meeting

The Board of Adjustments has cancelled the Regular Scheduled Meeting for Monday, March 14^th, 2022 at 8:30 A.M. due to no business.

2/3/22 – *CANCELLED* Planning Commission Work Session & Regular Scheduled Meeting

Due to inclement weather, the Planning Commission Work Session and Regular Scheduled Meeting on Thursday, February 3 at 5:30 P.M. & 6:30 P.M. has been CANCELLED. 

2/14/22 CANCELLED Board of Adjustments Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will not have a Regular Meeting on Monday, February 14, 2022.  It has been CANCELLED.

The Meade County Fiscal Court will be accepting sealed bids for the construction of Phase 1 of the Dispatch/Jail remodel and addition.  Sealed bids should be remitted to Meade County Judge/Executive’s Office at 516 Hillcrest Drive Brandenburg, KY 40108 no later than Monday, February 7^th by 4:00 p.m.  Meade County Fiscal Court reserves the right to reject any and all bids submitted.

Meade County Fiscal Court

Scope of Work

Construction of Phase 1

Dispatch/Jail Remodel and Addition

• Opening bids for the construction of Phase 1 of the Dispatch/Jail re-model and addition
• Contractors must be bonded and insured
• Contractor will be responsible for all construction debris and clean-up
• Work area is confined so the area must be kept neat and orderly

  Any questions or concerns please contact Andy Weick, Facilities Manager 270-422-3967.

** Due to Federal guidelines we are extending the bid deadline  

Job Notice

Meade County Fiscal Court is accepting resumes/applications for two full time truck drivers at the Solid Waste and Recycle.  Job descriptions are available at the Meade County Judge/Executive’s Office. Resumes/applications should be turned in to Meade County Judge/Executive’s Office, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, KY 40108.  

Applicants will be subject to drug testing and background check.  Meade County Fiscal Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 920.00 THE MEADE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE PASSED AND ADOPTED DECEMBER 29, 1997 WHICH BECAME EFFECTIVE MARCH 1, 1998 TO AMEND SECTION 3.7. SCHEDULE OF LOT REQUIREMENTS.

The full version of this ordinance can be obtained in the Meade County Judge Executive’s Office at the Meade County courthouse, 516 Hillcrest Drive STE 12, Brandenburg, KY 40108.

Given First Reading on the 8th day of June, 2021, and approved by at least a majority of the fiscal court members.

This ordinance will be read again, considered again, and possibly adopted by the Meade County Fiscal Court in the main courtroom of the Meade County Courthouse, 516 Hillcrest Drive, Brandenburg, Kentucky, on the 20th day of July, 2021.

Public Notice

Notice of Adoption of Budget Ordinance 2021-22

Budget Ordinance 2021-22

Budget Ordinance 2021-01 , Second Reading

Ordinance 2021-005 Solar

Public Notice for Proposed Ordinance 2021-005

Budget Amendment 2020-06

Budget Ordinance Amendment 2020-06

Budget Amendment 2020.05

911 Record Request Form

If you need to request 911 records, please download the form from the link above and either email a completed copy to meade911@bbtel.com, or

drop a completed copy off to the 911 center or Meade County Judge Executive’s Office,or

mail a completed copy to 516 Hillcrest Dr., Suite 8, Brandenburg, KY 40108 (Attention 911 Director).

If you have any questions please call 270-422-4182.

Ordinance No. 2020-04

Ordinance No. 2020 Adopted 10-13-2020

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

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Ordinance 2020-04

Ordinance 2020-03

Ordinance No.2020-02

Dear Meade County Community,

Meade County Fiscal Court and Judge Leslie Stith would like to express their deep appreciation for your ongoing support, patience, and trust as we navigate these unprecedented waters.

COVID-19 Information and Resources

As communities throughout the world respond to COVID-19 (coronavirus), we know that this time presents unique challenges for individuals and businesses. Above is a link to COVID-19 information and resources to help you navigate this difficult time for your family, employees and customers. For additional information and guidance on COVID-19, please monitor the World Health Organization website.

Check out our new Recycling Resource!

In March of 2019, Nucor Corporation announced the company’s plans to build a $1.35 billion steel plate manufacturing mill in Meade County. The Nucor plant is expected to employ 400 people with a gross compensation of 37.4 million (wages + benefits). Full-time positions at Nucor Steel Brandenburg will pay an average of $72,000. The value of Nucor Steel Brandenburg’s output is expected to be about $900 million in annual sales.

A study of the economic impact of the Nucor Steel plant has been completed. The purpose of this report is to document and communicate the regional and statewide economic and fiscal importance of the Nucor Steel plate mill to Meade County, the surrounding region, and the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Please click on the link below to view the report.

The Estimated Local, Regional, and Statewide Economic and Fiscal Impacts of the Nucor Steel Brandenburg Plate Mill

Property Tax bill information is now offered online at the Meade County Sheriff’s Website. Click on the links below to view your current and former Property Tax bill Information.

Property Tax Bill Information

Current Year

Previous Years

*Please note – This is for informational purposes only. You cannot currently pay your Tax bill online.

Why It Matters

Hospitals. Fire departments. Schools. Even roads and highways. The census can shape many different aspects of your community. Each year, the results help determine how more than $675 billion in federal funding is distributed to states and communities.

By April 2020, households will receive an invitation to participate in the census. You’ll then have three options to respond: online, by phone, or by mail. We’ll mark Census Day on April 1, 2020, with events across the country. This is a key date for the 2020 count: When completing the census, you’ll note where you are living on April 1.

Find out more at 2020census.gov

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