Jackson Commission To Take Bids For Jail Roof Repairs
Jackson County Commissioners approved work Monday night to repair the damaged roof of the county jail. Hail from a thunderstorm several months ago caused the problem. Jackson County Sheriff Marty Hinson said repairs are needed. “Particularly one spot of one of the offices, the bathroom area, it rotted,” Hinson said. “It leaked long enough that […]
Jackson Looking To Repair County Jail Roof Damage
Jackson County Commissioners looking for money to repair the damaged roof on top of the county jail. County Mayor Jim Morgan said after discovering several leaks, the county’s insurance company determined the damage was caused by hail. Morgan said though the insurance company helped evaluate the damage, the county will have to pay the entire […]
Jackson Commissioners Approve Airport Rental Cars
Rental cars coming to the Jackson County Airport following approval from the County Commission Monday night. Airport Manager Jim Young said he was approached by two residents who were willing to provide rental cars for ground transportation. Young said the residents pitched the idea to the Airport Board. Young said reservations would be done online. […]
Morgan: Jackson ’26 Budget “Pretty Good” With No Hiccups
Jackson County Executive Jim Morgan said the county has a new budget in place, a long, but smooth process resulted in no property tax increase. Morgan said the budget committee took its time to verify the numbers, especially with the passing of Mayor Randy Heady coming around the start of the process. Morgan said the […]
Jackson Finalizes Budget, Vote Next Monday
Following a work session Monday night, Jackson County Commissioners will hold a special meeting next Monday to vote on the new fiscal year budget. Jackson County’s budget includes a five percent raise for the school system across the board and smaller increases for the highway department and county employees. Jackson County Mayor Randy Heady said […]
Jackson Industrial Development Can Offer Incentive Packages
The Jackson County Industrial Development Board now authorized to enter into incentive agreements with industries interested in moving into the county. Gainesboro Aldermen and the Jackson County Commissioners passed a resolution allowing the board to offer tax abatement pilot programs. Jackson County Mayor Randy Heady said the resolution stipulates that incentives will be tied to […]
Jackson Commissioners Approve Flood Update
Jackson County Commissioners updated the County’s Flood Damage Prevention Resolution Monday night. County Mayor Randy Heady said FEMA and the Army Corp of Engineers updated Jackson County’s flood plain maps. Those maps show the areas of highest concern for flooding. “We have to pass this or we’re not eligible for floodplain insurance,” Heady said. “I’ll […]
New Ambulance On Way To Jackson After Vote
Jackson County Commissioners voted Monday night to purchase a new $225,000 ambulance for the county. County Executive Randy Heady said Ambulance Service Director Keith Bean came upon the ambulance at a EMS conference two weeks ago. A company offered one of three brand new chassis with a remounted box in good shape. “You just don’t […]
Jackson County Commission Discuss Drawbacks Of Possible Planning Commission
Jackson County Commissioners raised questions about project delays, water and sewer requirements, transferring land, and what projects would be covered in discussing the idea of a planning commission. Commissioners heard from UCDD Planning and Community Development Director Tommy Lee as the county begins the process of exploring whether a planning commission would make sense. The […]
Jackson Commissioners To Discuss Potential Planning Commission In October
The potential need for better county planning will come before the Jackson County Commissioners this month, including the possible need for a planning commission. The Commission would make sure proper infrastructure is in place before projects move forward. Jackson County Mayor Randy Heady said the conversation started as people began buying up large acre tracks […]
