The Caldwell County Fiscal Court approved the Fiscal Year 2025 budget on its second reading, along with a bid for debris removal and two resolutions for grants aimed at the library and the courthouse roof project.
During Tuesday morning’s meeting, the magistrates unanimously approved the upcoming fiscal year’s budget, totaling nearly $11.48 million.
Magistrates also approved an ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2024 budget by $500,000 for emergency purposes due to the Memorial Day weekend tornado as presented by Judge-Executive Kota Young.
click to download audioIn other new business, the Fiscal Court unanimously approved the sole bid received from Looks Great Services for debris removal, in addition to bids for road department supplies for Fiscal Year 2025.
Additionally, the magistrates approved a 30-month contract with AmeriPro for emergency medical services, set to begin on July 1st, with an option for a two-year renewal.
In other action, the Fiscal Court unanimously approved a resolution to submit an application for a $750,000 library project, as explained by Judge Young.
click to download audioAnd the magistrates approved a resolution to submit a House Bill 1 grant application for the courthouse roof repair project.
During the departmental reports, Princeton Mayor Brock Thomas expressed his gratitude for the efforts made in the recovery process from the May 26 storms and tornado.
click to download audioDistrict 4 Magistrate Jeff Simms also expressed his appreciation to everyone who assisted.
click to download audioDuring the meeting, the magistrates also approved the hiring of Kylee Vickery as a part-time kennel technician at the Caldwell County Animal Shelter.
