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Fayette commissioners say careful cuts kept budget in line

The Fayette County budget in 2026 experienced major upward pressure in several areas. Employee health care increased $1 million. The state-required county match for CYS is up $878,000. The pending death penalty cases increase the district attorney and public defender budgets by $756,000. The ...

‘My heart is in the community’

Fayette CountyĢƵ newest commissioner participated in his first voting meeting on Thursday, marking his official start in the role. “I’m here full-time now, I’m giving it 110%, and I’m ready to help,” said Commissioner Henry “Dutch” Kaufman after Commissioner Scott Dunn ...

‘It was a good run’

With over two years left in his four-year term, Fayette County Commissioner David Lohr has submitted a letter of resignation ending his nearly decade-long tenure. “It wasn’t anything personal, it was just time to go ahead and make some changes in my life,” Lohr said. “I’ve been ...

Fayette commissioners approve ordinance to regulate solar farms

The Fayette County commissioners voted unanimously to pass a solar ordinance that will impact 31 of the countyĢƵ 42 municipalities during ThursdayĢƵ commissioner meeting. The ordinance addresses definitions, solar facility application and produces, general design and installation ...

Fayette commissioners hold a public hearing on solar farm ordinance

The Fayette County commissioners introduced an ordinance that would set restrictions on where solar farms can be placed and establish requirements for the construction, operation and decommissioning of the facilities. Over 100 people filled the meeting room, over 20 of whom offered comments ...

Commissioners vote to fund acquisitions for Sheepskin extension

The Fayette County Commissioners voted to continue development on the Sheepskin Trail as well as German Township Industrial Park. During ThursdayĢƵ regular meeting, the commissioners unanimously voted to enter an agreement between the county and Keystone Acquisitions for the right-of-way ...