Patrick County approves increase to income limits in elderly and handicapped tax relief ordinance
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Summary
After a public hearing, the Patrick County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Jan. 12 to adopt proposed increases to income limits in the county’s elderly and handicapped tax relief ordinance; a public commenter urged adding a long‑term resident property tax cap for those 65+ who have lived in the county 20+ years.
After a public hearing on Jan. 12, the Patrick County Board of Supervisors voted to approve proposed revisions to the county’s elderly and handicapped tax relief ordinance.
The hearing was advertised in local publications on Dec. 31, 2025 and Jan. 7, 2026; the board provided copies of the proposed revisions at the county administration office. During the hearing a resident urged an additional measure: "cap the real estate taxes for anyone 65 who lived in the county for over 20 years," saying long‑term seniors have "already paid their dues." The board did not incorporate that suggestion during the meeting.
Following the hearing the board moved to approve the ordinance as presented. Roll call votes were recorded as 'aye' from Mister Marshall, Mister Kendrick, Mister Schwinn/Swink, Mister Wood and the presiding chair; the ordinance was approved.
The revisions were presented as an adjustment to income eligibility limits for tax relief. Staff indicated the updated ordinance text was available for review at county administration and will be posted per the county’s usual procedures.
Next steps: the ordinance takes effect as adopted and staff will implement the updated eligibility guidance and application process for elderly and handicapped tax relief.