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The Kentucky Association of Counties, Inc. (KACo) held an executive committee meeting at 1 p.m. on Thursday, September 25, 2025. This meeting was held at the KACo offices located at 400 Englewood Drive in Frankfort, Ky. and via video teleconference pursuant to proper notice given in accordance with KRS 61.826 and KRS 65.312(3).
The roll was called. The following Directors were present: President Dan Mosley, Harlan County Judge/Executive; President-elect Adam O'Nan, Union County Judge/Executive; 1st Vice President Michael Logsdon, Oldham County Magistrate; Immediate Past President David Livingston, Scott County Magistrate; and Past President Amy Chandler, Warren County Attorney.
Others present included: Jim Henderson, Executive Director/CEO; Tim Sturgill, General Counsel; Karen Basham, Chief Financial Officer; Shellie Hampton, Director of Government Affairs; Jennifer Burnett, Director of Strategic Operations; Kayla Carter, Policy Analyst; Brenna Angel, Director of Communications; and Sonya Chesser, Executive Assistant to CEO/Director of Administrative Services.
President Mosley called the meeting to order at 11:06 a.m.
Motion made by Adam O'Nan, seconded by David Livingston, to approve the minutes of the August 21, 2025, meeting as presented. Motion carried.
Mr. Henderson recognized KACo's newest employees: former Menifee County Judge/Executive Rick Stiltner and former Trigg County Judge/Executive Hollis Alexander. In his new role as Senior Relationship Officer, Mr. Stiltner will lead a member outreach program focused on strengthening connections and supporting counties across Kentucky. Mr. Alexander serves as a Relationship Officer, and both bring years of experience as elected county officials and law enforcement professionals.
Ms. Basham presented and discussed the following financial reports: statement of financial position, consolidated budget report, FY 2025/26 PAF budget report, and statement of activities for period July 1, 2025 through August 31, 2025. She also presented the credit card reports and the out-of-state travel report for August 2025.
Ms. Basham presented and discussed the investment report and security transactions for the month of August 2025. She provided the Committee with an electronic copy of the full monthly investment report prior to the meeting.
Motion made by Amy Chandler, seconded by David Livingston, to acknowledge receipt of the financial and investment reports and to ratify the investment transactions as presented. Motion carried.
Ms. Basham presented and discussed the audited financial statement for period ending June 30, 2025, as prepared by Cherry Bekaert. The auditors found no control deficiencies and noted a clean audit with no findings.
Motion made by Adam O'Nan, seconded by Amy Chandler, to acknowledge receipt of the audit as presented. Motion carried.
President Mosley stated the KACo Executive Committee and Board of Directors provided significant input concerning the jail issue during the annual retreat. The feedback received from the KACo listening sessions and by members of the General Assembly resulted in identifying KACo's top priority for 2026: Reshaping the shared responsibility for county jails in Kentucky. The three major points to the proposal include: 1. Incentivize Regional Jails: Propose that the state provide financial incentives for regionalizing county jails. This includes providing financial assistance to counties for constructing new or expanding existing regional jail facilities. Additionally, all jailers from counties participating in regional jails should be members of the regional jail board. 2. Clarify Responsibility for Pre-Trial Felony Detainees: Currently, counties pay for pretrial felony detainees until they are found guilty or enter into a plea agreement, which can often take years to reach. KACo proposes that responsibility for pre-trial felony detainees be clarified-specifically, requiring the state to reimburse counties for pre-trial felony detainees starting on day 61 of incarceration, when said detainees have been indicted on a state charge. 3. Redefine the State Inmate Model: Require the state to enter into written annual contracts with fiscal courts or regional jails to house state inmates. Funding for housing these inmates should align with actual costs and desired outcomes. Furthermore, require the state to cover the bonds for constructing jails primarily designed to house state inmates.
Motion made by Adam O'Nan, seconded by Amy Chandler, that the KACo Executive Committee recommend to the KACo Board to Directors to endorse the legislative priorities as presented by President Mosley. Motion carried.
Mr. Henderson, giving his executive director's report, said Mr. Juett's is retiring as KACo chief insurance officer effective Sept. 30. He said KACo will be expanding security for the building by installing additional cameras both inside and outside the building. The Southern Legislative Conference will hold its 2026 event in Kentucky and Mr. Henderson recommended that KACo sponsor the event.
Motion made by David Livingston, seconded by Adam O'Nan, to authorize $25,000 toward the 2026 Southern Legislative Conference. Motion carried.
The next meeting is Thursday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. at the KACo offices.
Motion made by Adam O'Nan, seconded by Amy Chandler, to adjourn the meeting at 12:21 p.m. Motion carried.
The Kentucky Association of Counties, Inc. (KACo) held an executive committee meeting at 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2025. This meeting was held at the KACo offices located at 400 Englewood Drive in Frankfort, Ky. and via video teleconference pursuant to proper notice given in accordance with KRS 61.826 and KRS 65.312(3).
The roll was called. The following Directors were present: President Dan Mosley, Harlan County Judge/Executive; President-elect Adam O'Nan, Union County Judge/Executive; 1st Vice President Michael Logsdon, Oldham County Magistrate; Immediate Past President David Livingston, Scott County Magistrate (via video teleconference); and Past President Amy Chandler, Warren County Attorney (via video teleconference).
Others present included: Jim Henderson, Executive Director/CEO; Tim Sturgill, General Counsel; Karen Basham, Chief Financial Officer; Jeremy Baird, Director of Insurance; Jennifer Burnett, Chief Innovation Officer; Brenna Angel, Director of Communications; Jesse Penn, Computer Support Specialist; and Sonya Chesser, Executive Assistant to CEO/Director of Administrative Services.
President Mosley called the meeting to order at 11:02 a.m.
Motion made by Adam O'Nan, seconded by Michael Logsdon, to approve the minutes of the September 25, 2025, meeting as presented. Motion carried.
Ms. Basham presented and discussed the following financial reports: statement of financial position, consolidated budget report, FY 2025/26 PAF budget report, and statement of activities for period July 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025. She also presented the credit card reports and the out-of-state travel report for September 2025.
Ms. Basham presented and discussed the investment report and security transactions for the month of September 2025. She provided the Committee with an electronic copy of the full monthly investment report prior to the meeting.
Motion made by David Livingston, seconded by Amy Chandler, to acknowledge receipt of the financial and investment reports and to ratify the investment transactions as presented. Motion carried.
Mr. Henderson, presenting the executive director's report, stated that there has been very productive discussion and positive feedback among General Assembly members regarding KACo's efforts to advance its legislative priority on jails during the upcoming session. He also shared details about the KACo Annual Conference and Exposition, scheduled for November 14-16 at the Galt House Hotel in Louisville. The conference will include elections for KACo's first and second vice presidents.
President Mosley requested approval to adopt memorial resolutions for Col. John Aubrey, Jefferson County Sheriff; Bruce Farmer, former Henderson County Coroner; Jerry "Peanuts" Gaines, former Warren County Sheriff and KACo President; Charles Robert Walton, former Boone County Commissioner; and Tony Wolfe, Allen County Magistrate.
Motion made by Amy Chandler, seconded by Adam O'Nan, to adopt the memorial resolutions as presented. Motion carried.
President Mosley requested a moment of silence in their memory.
The next meeting is Thursday, Nov. 20, at 11 a.m. at the KACo offices.
President Mosley expressed his gratitude to Mrs. Chandler and Mr. Livingston for their contributions on the KACo Executive Committee. He also thanked Mrs. Chandler for returning to the committee earlier this year to fill the vacant seat and looks forward to continuing to work with both of them. Mrs. Chandler responded by thanking him for inviting her back to be part of this excellent group and thanked President Mosley for his leadership.
Judge O'Nan praised President Mosley's leadership as invaluable, thanked him for his service, and expressed that it has been an honor to work with him. He also expressed gladness that President Mosley will remain involved another year with the Committee.
President Mosley stated that it has been a true honor to serve as President and that KACo is stronger than ever. He said that county officials are fortunate because of the dedicated work of the KACo staff.
Motion made by Adam O'Nan, seconded by Michael Logsdon, to adjourn the meeting at 11:37 a.m. Motion carried.
