Meeting Summary and Briefs: Clark County Board for Jan. 16, 2026

Clark County Board Meeting | Jan. 16, 2026

The Clark County Board met on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Courthouse to address a range of public safety, infrastructure, and administrative issues. The meeting was led by Chairman Rex Goble. The Board took decisive action to ban Kratom in unincorporated areas and heard reports concerning ambulance staffing shortages and stalled highway projects.

Brief Title: Opioid Funds Support NARCAN Vending
Bobbye Scott with ROSC (Recovery Oriented Systems of Care) provided an update on the county’s opioid remediation efforts. Funds from opioid settlements were used to purchase NARCAN vending machines. Scott reported that over 250 boxes have been distributed, resulting in at least one life saved. She noted that libraries are now required providers of NARCAN and have received training. Scott, a recovering addict herself, expressed gratitude for the counseling options now available within the county, noting she previously had to travel to Terre Haute for such services.

Brief Title: Jim Bolin Abstains from Highway Claims
The Board voted to approve the County Highway Claims following a motion by Brandon Burkybile and a second by Jim Bolin. However, the vote was not unanimous; Board Member Jim Bolin abstained from the vote, while all other present members voted “aye.” The General Claims were approved unanimously.

Brief Title: MSHA Training and Maintenance Letting
Highway Engineer Dallas Richardson announced that the Highway Department will undergo Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) training on January 28, 2026. Additionally, the Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) Maintenance Letting is scheduled for January 29, with forms expected to be ready for the February Board meeting.