May 16, 2025

KACo names Jeremy Baird as new Director of Insurance

KACo is pleased to welcome Jeremy Baird to the insurance services team as our new Director of Insurance!

Jeremy has more than 20 years of experience in public entity insurance, working first with the Kentucky School Boards Association and most recently with the Kentucky League of Cities.

Jeremy has been dedicated to serving local governments and elected officials and looks forward to continuing that service with KACo members. He will work closely with KACo Chief Insurance Officer Temple Juett, who is retiring later this year.

Originally from Henry County, Jeremy lives in Pulaski County with his wife and children.

Individual assistance issued in 24 additional counties for Kentuckians affected by April flooding

Gov. Andy Beshear announced that the Trump administration has approved his April 28 and May 5 requests to add Individual Assistance for 24 more counties affected by the widespread flooding that took place last month.

The number of counties approved for Individual Assistance is currently 37.

Dates set for 2025 KACo salt auction

KACo will host the 2025 Salt Auction for counties on June 17 and 18. The auction offers fiscal courts a proven way to save 20-40 percent on road salt through reverse auctions.

In a typical auction, prices go up as people compete to buy something. In a reverse auction, prices go down as sellers compete to offer the lowest price. This process creates a competitive environment that can result in cost savings.

The registration deadline to participate in the salt auction is June 3.

Upcoming webinar: What counties need to know about street-legal special purpose vehicles - Senate Bill 63

On July 9 at 2 p.m. ET, KACo will host a webinar that will cover the key provisions of SB 63, including the legislative intent, requirements for street-legal special purpose vehicles, local government authority, safety and inspection standards, and how the law interacts with farm exemptions. 

Check out the latest headlines from across Kentucky

Spencer County is now StormReady certified, the Somerset/Pulaski County Rescue Squad is preparing for water season, Caldwell County signs an MOU with the state for a new judicial center, McCracken County identifies a new location for its senior center, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office plans to relocate, and more.

This week's roundup of local news includes stories from Bullitt, Caldwell, Jefferson, Logan, McCracken, Nelson, Pulaski, Rockcastle and Spencer counties.

Training Opportunities

Planning and Zoning

Are you getting the most out of planning and zoning in your community? Explore some best practices that will enhance planning in your community and create an open, transparent environment ready to promote sound development. This interactive session will also discuss current planning news and topics from around the state (and beyond), how your community may be affected and possible solutions on how to deal with some of today's most pressing land use matters. Eligible for 8 hours of training credit.

Date: May 21, 2025

Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET

Location: KACo HQ, Frankfort

Cost: $80.00 member/$120 non-member

Date: June 18, 2025

Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. CT

Location: Murray State University, 4430 Sunset Avenue, Paducah

Cost: $80.00 member/$120 non-member

Opioid Solutions Monthly Webinar Series

Throughout 2025, KACo is hosting a series of monthly webinars about the use of opioid settlement funds, including examples of innovative county programs and best practices.

This week in pictures

KACo President Dan Mosley presented Gracie Shelton of Harlan High School with a KACo Presidential Scholarship.

KACo President Dan Mosley presented Claire Sawyers of Harlan County High School with a KACo Presidential Scholarship.

Lewis County Judge/Executive George Sparks teamed up with BTADD and TENCO Workforce Development to host the Unity in Business Forum: Growing Businesses at the Lewis County Extension Office.

For National Police Week, the Fayette County Attorney's Office recognized the hard work and dedication of law enforcement partners, the Lexington Police Department and the Fayette County Sheriff's Office.

Bell County Specialty Courts held a proclamation signing event in honor of Treatment Court Month.

Several officials from Kentucky and Indiana, including Henderson County Judge/Executive Brad Schneider, met with U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to discuss the I-69 Ohio River Crossing project.

Christian County Circuit Court Clerk Paige Parker demonstrated jury management software at the Circuit Court Clerks Spring College.

KACCC President and Owen County Circuit Court Clerk Margaret Forsee (left) led a discussion with Kentucky Supreme Court Chief Justice Debra Hembree Lambert.

Jefferson County Circuit Court Clerk David Nicholson asked a question during the Circuit Court Clerks Spring College.

Powell County Judge/Executive Eddie Barnes and other officials held a proclamation signing event in honor of Treatment Court Month.

Bullitt County Judge/Executive Jerry Summers spoke at the Kentucky Travel Industry Association Conference.

Boyle County Judge/Executive Trille Bottom presented a Proclamation to Chief Deputy Kyle Lyons in recognition of Police/Law Enforcement Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day.

Bullitt County Public Schools and the Bullitt County Health Department hosted a town hall to discuss vaping by minors. Bullitt County Attorney Tammy Baker, far left, took part in a panel discussion for the event. 

The Franklin County Fiscal Court went on its annual spring road trip, visiting the Big Eddy and Travis Circle area to see damage caused by the recent flood. They also toured other magisterial districts to inspect county road conditions, led by Gene Wilburn, county road superintendent.

The 2025 Christian County Citizens’ Sheriff Academy was held this week, with courses on the history of the sheriff's office and experiences with traffic stops and other officer responsibilities.

EXIT Realty Key Group and Gerschman Mortgage provided lunch for the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office.

A local women’s ministry presented Ohio County Sheriff Adam Wright’s office with 20 hygiene kits that included a $10 gift card in each kit. These kits will be distributed to people who deputies encounter on patrol. 

Community members showed their appreciation of the Warren County Sheriff’s Office during National Police Week.