The Christian County board met on Tuesday evening for their last meeting of 2022. During public comments, many spoke out about HB 5855. HB5855 is set to make the possession of several types of firearms and other parts illegal. Matt Wells also tendered his resignation to the board. Chairman of the Board Bryan Sharp said they would begin immediately working on Wells’ replacement.
After approval of claims, the board looked at appointments, specifically a five-year term for the new Zoning Board of Appeals chair. Sharp announced that the new chair for the ZBA was Jim Overholt. The board approved it.
The board heard from State’s Attorney John McWard who asked for help with raising the salary for hiring an assistant.
State’s Attorney McWard also announced that due to some conflicts he would also be doing some work in Fayette County, while State’s Attorney for Fayette County, Brenda Mathis would come up here which is why they really need an assistant.
The board approved the request. Sharp gave an update on the carbon capture and storage ordinance and moratorium update saying that it’s been a slow process.
An amendment was made to the ordinance to reflect the proper statute.
The board approved a resolution to send to state officials expressing their displeasure with HB 5855 and called HB 5855 unconstitutional. The next County Board meeting is set for January 17.
