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Oct 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Boone County Council Meeting
The council addressed several items, including a letter of support for intersection improvements at US 421 and County Road 200 South, and an affidavit regarding funding for the reporter's office. Re-appropriations were approved for legal services and the coroner's training and administrative expenses. Additional funding requests were heard and approved for the EMA department. A discussion regarding legal fees for the auditor was held, with concerns raised about the requested amount. The council also tabled an ambulance invoice pending further information, discussed a health insurance ordinance, and approved the salary ordinance for the EMA department. Finally, the council approved the 2027 budget and the solid waste 2027 budget, with a correction to the Area Plan Commission salary.
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Boone County Board of Commissioners and County Council Joint Public Hearing
This joint meeting between the Board of Commissioners and the County Council was convened as a public hearing to address the initiation of removal proceedings for the county auditor. Discussion focused on the establishment of public comment protocols and a formal presentation by the County Attorney regarding the auditor's performance. Significant issues addressed included failures in data security involving the release of confidential information, errors in managing innkeeper tax rates which resulted in financial losses, inaccuracies in workers' compensation premium reporting, and deficiencies in financial fraud prevention protocols.
Sep 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board Of Zoning Appeals Meeting
The Board discussed two primary petitions. The first involved a special exception request for an Airbnb operation, which resulted in approval with specific conditions, including a requirement that the property remain the owner's primary residence. The second petition concerned a variance request for the installation of an electronic message sign in a residential district; the board deferred further action on this item due to the absence of a required photometric lighting plan, which is necessary to evaluate the potential impact on adjacent properties.
Sep 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Boone County Solid Waste Management Board Board Meeting
The board meeting covered several key operational and financial topics. The Executive Director provided updates on community outreach efforts, including recycling programs, litter cleanup initiatives like 'Beautify Boone,' and educational workshops. Financial reports for June, July, and August were discussed and approved, including notes on specific disbursement expenditures. The board discussed the upcoming 2027 budget planning process and the agency's collaboration with the Emergency Management Agency for disaster debris planning. Additionally, the meeting included updates on internship programs and upcoming events such as International Food Waste Prevention Week and tire collection drives.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
