Fiscal Court Examines AT&T Contract

 

 

Lynn Bledsoe

Gimlet Managing Editor

 

Butler County Fiscal Court held is regular meeting on May 26, 2026.

First up was old business; the Fiscal Court discussed the contract with AT&T. The phone lines in the courthouse will be non-usable soon. The Fiscal Court had entered into a contract with AT&T to replace them before its use time is up. The Fiscal Court felt that AT&T may be in breach of the contract due to what was said versus what may or may not be in the contract. County Attorney Michele Duvall said she asked for a copy but was unable to open the complete document, but based on what she has AT&T is not in breach. The Fiscal Courts position is they were told that wiring would be installed by them but AT&T have hired out the project to others which has caused a price increase. They also feel the small amount of work completed is not satisfactory. The work must be completed by the end of June. After a lengthy discussion the Fiscal Court decided that they would pay the $13,252.67 to AT&T but cautioned it could be more due to the contract stating it is a estimate.

Amanda Guerra and Sara Kitchens from Kids on the Block asked the Fiscal Court for support in the amount of $772 for programs in North Butler Elementary. The Fiscal Court made no decision at this time.

The Barge Contract with Green River Equipment Leasing was addressed next. Green River is asking for a draw on the contract to purchase materials. This is not the normal procedure for a contract with Fiscal Court. The Fiscal Court decided to table this issue until the next meeting.

The Fiscal Court paid dues to Barren River Area District Development in the amount of $6664. This will help support programs for Aging Services.

The Fiscal Court approved the following; the Treasurer’s monthly report, fiscal year 26-27 budget (first reading), Transfer $35,000 from the General Fund to the Jail Fund, transfer $10,000 to the E-911 Fund from the General Fund and all of the bills and transfers.