Following an executive session for personnel matters, the Pike County Fiscal Court acknowledged the resignation of Kenneth Reed (Roadblock 6), effective Jan. 19, 2026, and approved the hiring of James Kendrick as a solid-waste loader effective Feb. 2, 2026.
The presiding judge said the personnel packet included a letter of explanation. The judge moved to accept Reed's resignation and to hire Kendrick at the pay rate stated in the packet; the motion was seconded. During the roll-call vote Commissioner Scott announced he would abstain; Commissioners Atkins/Adkins, Lewis and the presiding judge voted yes, and the motion passed.
No additional personnel details (such as the precise pay rate text beyond the transcript phrase or background on Reed's departure) were discussed during the open meeting. The court did not provide further public explanation for the resignation during this session.