Fayette County to require Oakill Fire Department and city to explain late invoices at May 22 hearing

The Fayette County Commission voted to issue an order to show cause asking Oakill Fire Department and the city to explain a backlog of invoices that county staff said missed the county's 90‑day submission policy. Commissioners cited invoices dating back to fiscal year 2024‑25 and said vouchers from Oakill appear to include older charges that circumvent standard processing timelines.

County officials said the objective is accountability rather than punishment: the county will hear explanations and consider 'good cause' exceptions where appropriate. The hearing was scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on May 22; vouchers from the affected dates will not be approved until the department and city provide an adequate explanation and supporting documentation.

Commissioners asked Oakill to consult with its city attorney about what constitutes 'good cause' and to be prepared to appear; staff said they expect Oakill officials to attend or to request an alternative meeting date in advance.