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Meeting Summary and Briefs: Clark County Board for Dec. 19, 2025

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The Clark County Board met on Friday, Dec. 19, to handle a variety of end-of-year business, including zoning issues, HR staffing, and highway maintenance funding. In addition to approving a limited permit for the Moonshine Solar project and hiring the Michael Fuller Group for HR support, the board adjusted its 2026 meeting schedule and heard updates on county technology.

Highway Maintenance Resolution:
The board unanimously approved a resolution appropriating $592,000 for the 2026 Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) maintenance program. Highway Engineer Dallas Richardson noted this is a standard annual approval. In a separate vote, the board approved general highway claims, with Board Member Jim Bolin abstaining.

Juneteenth Meeting Change:
Due to the Juneteenth holiday, the board voted to reschedule its June 2026 meeting. Originally slated for June 19, the meeting will now take place on June 18, 2026. The motion was made by Jim Bolin and seconded by Susan Guinnip.

Subdivision Approval:
The board approved a plat of survey for the Clark Center Properties Subdivision. Cory Sheehy presented the plat, which adds four lots to the Mill Creek Village area in Dolson Township.

Elected Official Salaries:
The board voted unanimously to approve the salaries for several elected officials, specifically the Treasurer, Assessor, Circuit Clerk, and County Clerk. Specific salary figures were not discussed in detail during the open session summary provided in the minutes.

IT and Website Redesign:
Alex Carrell, who began as the County IT Director on Dec. 1, 2025, addressed the board regarding the redesign of the county website. Carrell presented findings from his first weeks on the job and outlined projects he intends to implement in the future.

Appellate Prosecutor Services:
The board approved the annual resolution and payment for the State’s Attorney’s Appellate Prosecutor Services for Fiscal Year 2026. State’s Attorney Hutson confirmed this is a routine annual approval.

911 Board Appointment:
Bobby Boyd was re-appointed to the Clark County 911 Board for a four-year term expiring Dec. 31, 2029.

Public Comment:
During public comment, Warren LeFever distributed a handout regarding a Chamber of Commerce project. LeFever discussed the City of Marshall’s tax rate history, noting the importance of a low annual tax rate increase for attracting business. He noted that determining the actual city rate without the TIF district has required further research.

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