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Scott County commissioners vote not to pay legal fees for commissioner named in tort claim

Scott County Board of Commissioners · January 21, 2026
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Summary

The Scott County Board of Commissioners voted to deny county-funded legal representation for Commissioner Adam Beaumont after a discussion that his actions leading to a tort claim were taken in an individual capacity and without board authorization.

Scott County commissioners voted Jan. 21 that the county will not pay legal fees for Commissioner Adam Beaumont in a tort claim alleging he used his office to pursue action against an individual.

Commissioner Randy introduced the matter, saying the county was named because "Mr. Bomar has used his position to go after someone" but that the action was taken independently and not on behalf of the board. He moved "that the…

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