May 10, 2024

Salary threshold for workers exempt from overtime pay set to increase July 1

The U.S. Department of Labor recently issued a final overtime rule raising the salary threshold for overtime exemptions (i.e. executive, administrative, professional and certain computer-related roles) under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Effective July 1, 2024, the final rule increases the salary threshold for exempt workers from $684 per week ($35,568 annually) to $844 per week ($43,888 annually) beginning July 1, 2024.

Dept. of Justice reiterates guidance on use of medication in jails for opioid use disorder

The U.S. Department of Justice is reminding correctional facilities, including county jails, about the applicability of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to incarcerated individuals recovering from opioid use disorder (OUD).

Medical cannabis program director outlines county government options

KACo hosted a member briefing this week on medical cannabis in Kentucky and what this new industry means for local governments.

The May 8 webinar featured Sam Flynn, Executive Director of the Kentucky Medical Cannabis Program.

A link to the webinar recording, a list frequently asked questions and other useful information is available on the KACo Medical Cannabis County Resources page.

Registration deadline for 2024 salt auction is May 15

In a reverse auction, sellers place bids for the amount they are willing to be paid for their goods or services, and at the end of the auction, the seller bidding the lowest dollar amount wins.

This year, KACo's salt auction will be held June 12 and 13. The deadline to register for participation is May 15.

Weed eater safety tips

KACo Safety and Loss Control is committed to assisting members of the All Lines Fund (KALF) and the Workers Compensation Fund to identify, address and correct adverse loss exposures to personal injuries, liability exposures and property losses.

NACo AI Membership Survey

The NACo AI Exploratory Committee and workgroups are seeking input from the NACo membership on the topic of Artificial Intelligence. The goal of this survey is to identify the current knowledge, use cases and areas of concerns surrounding the utilization of generative artificial intelligence for county operations and services. 

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This week in pictures

Caldwell County Judge/Executive Dakota Young accepts a grant check from Safety and Loss Control Manager Michael Ray for additional cameras to cover detention facility blind spots.

Jessamine County Chief Deputy Jailer Dru Parsons accepts a grant check from Michael Ray for defensive tactics training for agency personnel.

Executive Director Jim Henderson and KACo board members attended the NACo Western Interstate Region (WIR) Conference in Mariposa County, California. From left are NACo Executive Director Matt Chase; Boone County Judge/Executive Gary Moore; Moore’s wife, Linda; Jefferson County Circuit Court Clerk David Nicholson; Nicholson’s wife, Debra; Warren County Attorney Amy Chandler and Jim Henderson.

The Pulaski County Detention Center, with the Somerset/Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce and a host of partners, celebrated the grand opening of PCDC's Workforce and Re-entry Center. This warehouse, renovated by inmates, will host technical skills trainings as part of the jail's innovative re-entry program.

The re-entry program has graduated 34 inmates to date.

John R. Little VFW 3186 Southgate and Campbell County Sheriff Mike Jansen made a donation to the Sherriffs' Boys and Girls Ranch. From left are Todd Phillips, Retired U.S. Army; Lonnie Sloan, Retired U.S. Army; Sheriff Mike Jansen; Jerry Wagner, Sheriffs’ Association Executive Director; and John Ranson, U.S. Navy and Past Commander of Post 3186.

Bracken County Judge/Executive Tina Teegarden and Craig Miller, magistrate and KACo board member, visit their county’s first bourbon storage facility, the Augusta Distillery Rickhouse at the Bracken County Industrial Park. 

Lee County Judge/Executive Steve Mays, along with the county's soil conservation board and area senior citizens, declared May Elder Abuse Awareness Month in Lee County, joining other counties in the Kentucky River Area Development District.

The office staff of the Harlan County Sheriff's Office is proudly wearing UK blue today in honor of Trent Noah committing to play basketball at the University of Kentucky. Noah played basketball at Harlan County High School.

Daviess County Judge/Executive Charlie Castlen signed a disaster declaration for the county following severe storms on May 8. The Emergency Management Agency reported major hazards, including power outages, along with damage from downed trees and flooding.