The Pulaski County Budget Committee convened on October 7, 2025, to discuss various financial matters, including departmental budgets and grant approvals. The meeting began with a focus on the batching process for budget items, where committee members were encouraged to identify any individual departments they wished to discuss separately from the larger batch.

Justice McCoy raised a question regarding the status of the Scribe Stabilization Unit, noting that there had been no interest in the position since June. The committee confirmed that no budget allocations were being made for this unit, as funds would only be available if an invoice was submitted to the state.

A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the approval of grants. A motion was made and seconded to approve all grants and forward them to the full court for final approval. The motion passed unanimously, with all members voting in favor.

The committee also reviewed departmental budget increases, noting that some departments had not requested increases. It was decided that further discussions would be necessary for certain highlighted budget items, including a notable $56,000 increase for the health department. The committee acknowledged that another meeting would be required to address these specific items.

Justice Capps inquired about an increase in the Road and Bridge budget, indicating a need for further clarification on the details. The meeting concluded with plans for follow-up discussions on the highlighted budget items and the ongoing review of departmental needs.

Overall, the meeting emphasized the committee's commitment to thorough budget oversight and the importance of addressing departmental requests in a structured manner. Further meetings will be scheduled to finalize the budget details and ensure all departments are adequately funded.