The Campbell County Fiscal Court convened on March 18, 2026, opening with a moment of silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. All commissioners and Judge Pinder were present, constituting a quorum. The meeting began with approval of the minutes from the March 4, 2026, regular meeting. During the citizen recognition portion, Ginger Morrell of Alexandria raised concerns regarding the condition and planned replacement of a local bridge on Boyd Road, highlighting safety issues, traffic access, and potential impacts on emergency services. County officials responded that the bridge had weight restrictions and replacement costs were estimated at approximately $1 million, noting that improvements to surrounding roads and safety measures would accompany any changes. Officials agreed to follow up with Morrell to provide detailed information.

New business included the first reading of Ordinance 002-26, which proposed rezoning approximately 9.1 acres at 139 Liquor Road from rural residential estate to rural commercial, following a unanimous recommendation from the Planning Commission. Personnel actions were addressed, including acceptance of resignations from Communications and Public Outreach Coordinator Kimberly Caniff and Housing Director Brandy Fritsch, authorization to hire a replacement for the housing director, and temporary reassignment of duties to Housing Inspector Kimberly Phillips with a salary adjustment. Seasonal staff appointments for the facilities, maintenance, parks, and golf department were approved, along with the appointment of Jackson Webster as full-time assistant road supervisor effective April 6, 2026.

Reports included adoption of Resolution R-1326 to re-adopt the Northern Kentucky Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan, ensuring continued eligibility for flood insurance and grant funding. Finance-related matters included authorization to issue requests for proposals for an electronic inmate documentation system ($200,000, FY2027 budget) and a new inmate transport vehicle ($120,000, FY2026 budget) for the Campbell County Detention Center. The court also approved participation in the Tri-County Household Hazardous Waste Collection event in coordination with Boone and Kenton counties. Claims paid on March 11 and March 18, 2026, were reviewed and approved. The meeting concluded with adjournment following all motions carried.

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