Dear Citizens of Jackson County,
The decision has been made regarding our elected officials for the next four years. I am deeply grateful to have been chosen by the people of our county to serve as your Judge Executive, alongside three new magistrates on the Fiscal Court. We have much work ahead, but I am confident that, with God's guidance, we will make a positive difference in the lives of our citizens. Now that the voters have spoken, we must all work together in the best interest of our community. Thank you to everyone who voted.
Our next Fiscal Court Meeting will take place on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM. I am pleased to share a few updates regarding the meeting facilities:
- HVAC System: A new HVAC system was installed this month in the old Courthouse meeting room to resolve previous air conditioning issues and ensure a comfortable environment.
- Sound System: To address difficulties with audio quality during meetings, PRTC leadership has graciously loaned us a public address system. While we plan to purchase our own system in the future, this loaner will significantly improve audibility for both the court members and the public in the meantime.
I also want to provide an update on county personnel and budget management:
- Employee Counts: Jackson County currently has 102 paid employees—four fewer than last month and significantly fewer than six months ago.
- Fiscal Responsibility: Our county must live within its means and refrain from spending more than we generate. This workforce reduction was achieved entirely through natural attrition. We have managed costs by promoting from within and reassigning duties internally. While we may need to hire in the future, we will continue to hold the line on personnel costs wherever possible.
- Equipment: We continue working to replace old equipment by exploring alternative options and funding sources.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together for the future of Jackson County.
Sincerely,
Paul Hays
Jackson County Judge Executive
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