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UPCOMING MEETINGS

February 17, 2026 Fiscal Court Meeting

February 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Location: Nelson County Public Library, Room 2

March 3, 2026 Fiscal Court Meeting

March 3 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Location: Nelson County Public Library, Room 2

LATEST NEWS

ROAD CLOSURE – 3720 PATTON ROAD
Beginning on January 6, 2026:
A culvert replacement project at 3720 Patton Road shall begin on January 6, 2026 in which the road at this location will be closed. The time-frame for the closure shall be approximately 2-days.

BRIDGE CLOSURE REVISION- SULLIVAN LANE NEAR HWY 509
Beginning on December 10, 2025:
Sullivan Lane crossing Samuels Creek at approximately 2400 Sullivan Lane near the intersection with Hwy. 509 (Samuels Road) will be closed due to replacement of the bridge. The time-frame for the closure shall be approximately 4-6 weeks pending weather.

BRIDGE OPEN – 1000 STEVENS LN
Beginning on January 21, 2026:
The Stevens Lane crossing Big Springs Branch Creek near 1000 Stevens Lane is now open for traffic.

WHO WE ARE

Located in the heart of the Bluegrass State, Nelson County is a wonderful place to live, work and raise a family. With a thriving business community and a strong family atmosphere, Bardstown and Nelson County have become a destination location. Our history dates back to 1784, when Nelson County was formed from Jefferson County and was named for Virginian Governor and signer of the Declaration of Independence, General Thomas Nelson Jr. Our county seat of Bardstown was settled in 1780, and is Kentucky’s second-oldest city.

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