It’s been another busy week in Your Boone County. Learn more about what’s been happening.

Animal Shelter Grand Opening: Saturday, March 16 from Noon-2 p.m.


We are excited to officially open our doors to the public on Saturday, March 16. Stop by the new Ron and Sherrie Lou Noel Boone County Shelter (5620 Idlewild Road, Burlington) and meet our adoptable animals and learn more about the services available at the new shelter. Festivities begin at noon and last until 2 p.m. We can’t wait to see you there!

Be Part of the 225^th Anniversary Celebration!

Boone County is celebrating the 225^th anniversary of our first county meeting in June 1799. Several events are planned throughout the year, including a signature event on June 1 at the Boone County Fairgrounds. We invite community organizations to join the fun by applying to be a 225^th Celebration Event. Learn more about our plans and sign up to be an official 225^th event!

 

Rural Water 3.0: Project Updates
Staff expect to make a report to the Fiscal Court on Tuesday, March 19. The report will include a prioritized listing of streets the staff recommends moving to the next level of evaluation. Residents are invited to attend the Fiscal Court meeting to learn about the recommended plan water installation.

Fiscal Court Meeting Recap
The Fiscal Court met on Tuesday, March 5, for its first regular business meeting of the month. Several items were discussed, including seasonal hires for parks and approval of a zone change for a new residential neighborhood off Hathaway Road in Union. (Read more.) Elected officials of the fiscal court also paved the way for providing incentives for the expansion of 80 Acres, a vertical farming facility in unincorporated Boone County.

80 Acres plans to add another grow zone to their current facility. An industrial revenue bond, potentially issued by the Fiscal Court, would help support the expansion while bringing more jobs and desirable industries into the county. Read more.