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Adair Co. Fiscal Court to meet today at 4 p.m. but Not open to Public

3/31/2020

The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in Regular called Session on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at 4:00 P.M. CT in the basement of the Adair County Annex building located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY 42728. This meeting WILL NOT be open to the public due to the COVID19 Executive Order Governor Breshear put in effect but will be live streamed on Adair County Fiscal Court’s Facebook Page live.

I have pasted the agenda below as requested:

AGENDA
ADAIR COUNTY FISCAL COURT
REGULAR CALLED MEETING
MARCH 26, 2020 @ 4:00 P.M.
ADAIR COUNTY ANNEX BASEMENT
424 PUBLIC SQUARE, COLUMBIA, KENTUCKY 42728

                  PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
                  PRAYER
                  CALL TO ORDER
                  ROLL CALL

1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

2.         APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.MARCH 10, 2020-Regular Meeting Minutes
3.        DISBURSEMENTS
4.         BUDGET AMENDMENTS
5.         TRANFERS
A.)        LINE TO LINE TRANSFERS
B.)        FUND TO FUND TRANSFERS

6.         COURT ORDERS
7.         READING OF ROADS
8.         ACTION ITEMS:

PERMISSION TO APPLY FOR CRUMB RUBBER MODIFIED GRANT-JIM BLAIR CENTER
DISCUSSION WITH POSSIBLE ACTION OF EMERGENCY ORDINANCE RELATING TO PAYMENT OF COUNTY EMPLOYEES
FISCAL YEAR 2021 JAIL BUDGET
NUNC PRO TUNC ORDER AUTHORIZING JUDGE TO SIGN GRANT APPLICATION FOR COUNTY CLERK

9.         OTHER BUSINESS
10.       PUBLIC COMMENTS
11.       ADJOURN

This meeting WILL NOT be open to the public due to the COVID19 Executive Order Governor Breshear put in effect but will be live streamed on Adair County Fiscal Court’s Facebook Page live.

Adair woman critically injured after collision in Millerfield community

3/26/2020

On 3-24-20 at 11:42 the Adair County Sheriffs Office was dispatched to a head on collision with possible entrapment on KY 76, 15 miles east of Columbia.

Upon Sheriff Brockman’s arrival on scene it was found that 2 occupants had been ejected and a female was pinned underneath a van where it had landed on her after she was ejected. Adair EMS arrived on scene along with Columbia Adair County Fire Department. The fire department was able to dig the ditch line out manually with shovels before lifting devices arrived on scene making it possible to remove her from underneath the vehicle.

Preliminary investigation shows that unit 1 being a 2004 Chevy utility van operated by Robert Hagy, 71, of Columbia was traveling west on KY 76 along with his passenger Connie McGowan 51 of Columbia. Hagy dropped off the shoulder of the road and over corrected in attempt to regain control. The vehicle crossed the center line and struck a 2002 Jeep operated by Michaela Waskoski, 19, of Columbia in a head on collision. The van then spun around in roadway ejecting Hagy and McGowan from the vehicle. Hagy was thrown clear however McGowan landed in a ditch and the van came to rest on top of her in ditch. Hagy was treated on scene by EMS and took to TJ Health of Columbia. McGowan was treated on scene by EMS after being freed from vehicle and transported to Russell County Hospital where she was transferred to University of KY with serious injuries. Waskoski was not transported by EMS.

Deputy Chandler Staten is lead investigator on collision and was assisted by Deputy Brandon Hitch and Sheriff Brockman.

Adair County Sheriffs Office seizes over 30,000 dollars in Methamphetamine along with cash and stolen firearm

3/26/2020

On 3-25-20 at 9:23 pm Deputy Joey Keith initiated a traffic stop on a 2001 ford car. The sheriffs office had been receiving numerous complaints in the area of snake creek of possible drug activity and was has been working in the area investigating those complaints.

The vehicle was operated by Levi Abbott 37 of Russell Springs. Roadside investigation led to the belief there was a illegal narcotics in the vehicle. As a result a search was conducted.

Deputy’s recovered 1.3 pounds of crystal methamphetamine with a street value of over 30,000 dollars . Scales, pills, and a large amount of cash. Abbott was also found to be in possession of a 380 caliber handgun that was entered as stolen from A neighboring county.

Abbott was lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail by Deputy Joey Keith on charges of :

- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance 1st degree methamphetamine

Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon

- possession of stolen firearm

-possession of drug paraphernalia

- operating a motor vehicle under influence of drugs .

Deputy Keith was assisted on the traffic stop by Chief Deputy Justin Cross and Deputy Derek Padgett.

Columbia Police arrest two Monday night after receiving call of fight in progress

3/24/2020

On Monday night shortly after 7PM Officers responded to a reported fight in progress on Tutt Street with multiple parties involved. Upon arrival there was a single gunshot fired on scene by an involved party.

Officers gained control of the scene quickly and began on scene investigations. After interviewing parties at the scene and obtaining witness statements two arrests were made.

John Thompson, 40, of Columbia was located a short distance from the scene and was taken into custody. He has been charged with menacing, trespassing 3rd degree, and assault 2nd degree; a class C felony. Thompson according to statements struck one individual with a concrete cinder block. Victim was attended to by EMS for a head wound but was not transported.

Additionally Cody Woolridge, 22, of Columbia was charged with four counts of wanton endangerment of Police Officers 1st degree as well as tampering with physical evidence, both felonies, after admitting to Officers he had fired the handgun which was later locating inside a nearby residence.

Officer Trevor Foster was the arresting Officer. He was assisted on scene by Deputies Joey Keith and Chandler Staten as well as Officer Jordan Dean. Chief Jason Cross and Sergeant Charles Greer and Sheriff Josh Brockman were also called to scene. No one was injured as a result of gunfire.

Update from Columbia Mayor Pamela Hoots

3/24/2020

We continue to encourage our residents to stay calm during this time.

1. The City of Columbia would like to reiterate that all gas late payment fees have been suspended during this time. Last week discussion was held pertaining to disconnection of gas services. We decided to postpone this month’s disconnects. We understand that these are essential services; and, want to serve our residents during this time. You can continue to pay your bill online at www.cityofcolumbiaky.com, putting in the drop-off box at the back of city hall, and/or call 270-384-2501 and we can take a payment online.

2. We have and are continuing to structure our workforce to be able to answer your questions; and, be available during this time. All departments are on a different schedule; allowing for coverage in the event an employee becomes ill. Some of our employees are also cross-training in order to be available in case a situation arises.

3. The City of Columbia Gas Department will be available (as always) after hours at 270-384-2006 for emergency situations.

4. The City of Columbia Police Department continues to operate as usual. They can be reached for emergency by calling 911.

5. The City of Columbia is continuing to take food donations. They are being
distributed to the elderly and children in our community. Totes are available in the front and rear of city hall to drop-off donations.

6. As always, we encourage the support of small businesses in our town. Today additional restrictions on non-essential services will go into effect. We urge you to buy gift cards from local businesses; pay your hair stylist in advance, and support these small businesses during this time.

7. Good health practices are the key. Please wash your hands often and utilize hand sanitizer. Remain home as much as possible to limit your contact with others.

8. Please use this time to stay home, be close with your family, read a book, take a walk.

Be strong. Be resilient. We are all in this together.

Pamela Hoots, Mayor

Adair County Recycling Center is closed to public

3/24/2020

Effective immediately the Adair County Recycling Center is closed to the public due to cross contamination concerns during the COVID-19 virus. Please place your recycling items in storage until the pandemic is over. If you do not have storage available for the recycling items, please dispose of with them with your normal garage service. Unfortunately, the county is unable to receipt recyclable items after hours due to contaminated trash being included with recyclable items. Please be advised that the recycling center will be back open as soon as possible.

Jim Blair Recreation Center is closed

3/24/2020

Effective immediately the Jim Blair Recreation Center is closed to the public due to COVID-19 virus under directions of Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear. This includes all indoor and outdoor facilities such as the indoor gymnasium, playground, walking track, and ball field.

Adair County - Strategic National Stockpile Supplies Distributed

3/21/2020

Adair County Emergency Management with the assistance of Adair County Judge Executive Gale Cowan, Adair County Health Department, Adair EMS and TJ Health Columbia distributed Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) supplies to our Adair County COVID-19 fighters. The personnel and agencies are our numerous front-line health care workers, secondary healthcare workers and other responders. These agencies are working to keep us safe and protecting our community. While we are excited to be able to provide this influx of equipment to our community there remains a shortage on many items and we hope that more will be made available.

Adair County Emergency Management gives thanks to our COVID-19 fighters on the front lines of this emerging virus.

Many hands had a part in getting the SNS supplies to our county. We thank the Lake Cumberland District Health Department, KY Transportation Cabinet, Kentucky Emergency Management, Department Of Public Health, Regional Health Coalition, Federal Agencies, and the numerous agencies sending warehousing assistance.

Roads Closed

3/20/2020

The following roads are closed due to flooding:

Snake Creek Rd.
L. Hancock Rd.

LWC Extends Online Learning For the Rest of Semester As CDC Recommends New Guidelines In Fight Against Coronavirus

3/18/2020

Lindsey Wilson College students will take all classes online for the remainder of the semester.

According to Lindsey Wilson College President William T. Luckey Jr., college officials made the unprecedented decision on Wednesday in response to a recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control to discourage gatherings of ten or more people.

“While we have been hopeful to finish the semester in a face-to-face delivery mode, each day that possibility has continued to become less prudent,” said Luckey. “Earlier this week, the Center for Disease Control recommended we not gather in groups of 10 or more for the next eight weeks. That projects into the middle of May and far beyond the end of the semester. Consequently, all classes will be delivered in an online format through the end of the semester.”

Lindsey Wilson initially announced the transition of face-to-face instruction to online instruction last week -- an arrangement that was intended to end on March 29. At the time, the college was unsure if the new arrangement would remain for the rest of the school year.

The college also announced plans to close all residence halls.

“Residential students should plan on removing all items from the residence halls in coordination with the Residential Life staff by Tuesday, March 31,” Luckey said. “This provides two weekends -- longer than most colleges and universities have provided to move all of your belongings home for the summer.”

There are no known reports of the novel coronavirus/COVID-19 in Columbia, Ky., or in any of the surrounding communities.

LWC is making exceptions for students who cannot return home to remain in campus housing with access to meals. Essential personnel will be available to help those students and campus services will remain available.

The spring 2020 athletic sports season has been officially canceled due to COVID-19. The announcement came on Monday from the NAIA and the Mid-South Conference.

The spring 2020 commencement ceremony will not take place on the A.P. White Campus in May. College officials are exploring other options. LWC will provide more details in the coming days. Diplomas will be mailed.

The college has also made the decision to postpone all other campus events until further notice.

The Doris and Bob Holloway Health & Wellness Center will remain closed until the threat of COVID-19 has passed. Community membership accounts will be deferred until the facility reopens.

“We will be providing more detailed information for faculty, staff and students in the days ahead,” Luckey’s statement concluded. “In the meantime, remember to run through the finish line in your classes. [And] ...may God continue to bless each and every one of you knowing that LWC is family.”

For more information and future updates, access our Coronavirus webpage at https://www.lindsey.edu/news/Coronavirus/index.cfm.