McCreary County was the 120th, and the last, county in Kentucky to be formed in March 1912 and named for then Governor James B McCreary. In our 100 year history, McCreary County has been influenced greatly by the timber and coal industries, which shape our history, heritage and culture. McCreary County is also largely undeveloped with the US Forest Service and Park Service owning much of our lands. This allows locals and visitors to experience nature in a unique way. Our cost of living and our taxes are relatively low, our people are welcoming and our landscape is scenic and rustic.

Welcome to Scenic McCreary County, Kentucky!

I invite you to explore our website for information about our beautiful county and its hospitable people. Plan your visit, research our community, find out why you should locate your business here, and be sure to contact us with questions. Experience, explore & enjoy Scenic McCreary County...It's Our Nature!

WHAT'S HAPPENING?
McCreary County Government & Community News

Skullbone ATV: Live Music Event June 22nd
The new Skullbone ATV Recreation Area in western McCreary County, KY will host a special live music event featuring the Skullbone Band. Come listen to music, ride the trails, hill climb and sling some mud. For information and directions call (606)376-5659 or McCreary County Tourism at (606)376-3008. Click here to visit the Skullbone ATV Recreation Area page!

Executive Order Issued: Inmate Transportation
In dealing with an emergency situation related to the availability of transport officers for inmates in McCreary County, Judge Executive Doug Stephens issued an executive order allowing for the hiring of three additional part time officers. Click here to download the executive order.

Process Initiated to close John Dick Road
By request of the landowner involved, McCreary County Fiscal Court has voted to begin the process of closing to the public, and removing from the county road inventory, the John Dick Road (CR1289B6). Click here to download the public notice on this proposed closure.

Citizens Concerned Over Possible Road Closure
Citizens attending the June 11, 2013 McCreary County Fiscal Court meeting raised concerns over attempts to close the Lick Creek Road which allows access to scenic outdoor areas of the county, including access to the river for boating and fishing. Fiscal Court voted to send a letter and a copy of a previous court order prohibiting that road from being closed to officials with the US Forest Service and National Park Service. In addition, concerned citizens are being urged to write letters and send petitions of concern on the issue to the following officials:

Senator Mitch McConnell
317 Russell Senate Office Building Washington D.C. 20510

Senator Rand Paul
124 Russell Senate Office Building Washington D.C. 20510

Congressman Hal Rogers
2406 Rayburn House Office Building Washington D.C. 20515

State Senator Sara Beth Gregory
PO Box 1835 Monticello, KY 42633

State Representative Ken Upchurch
702 Capitol Avenue Annex Room 451C Frankfort, KY 40601

Big South Fork NRRA
4564 Leatherwood Road Oneida, TN 37841

Daniel Boone National Forest Stearns Ranger District
3320 US 27 North Whitley City, KY 42653

May 2013 Occupational Tax Summary Released
McCreary County officials have released numbers for the May 2013 collections of the Occupational Tax. Click here to download the summary or visit our Tax Page for full deatils.

Fiscal Court to Finalize Budget at Special Session
McCreary County Fiscal Court will have a special session Wednesday June 19th at 3:00pm in order to have the second reading and final passage of the FY 2013-2014 budget. A hearing on the use of County Road Aid and LGEA funds will also be held at that time. To view the budget summary you can visit this website's Budget & Finances page or contact the McCreary county Judge Executive's office at (606)376-2413. You can also download the following related public notices:

Notice on County Road Aid/LGEA Fund Hearing (pdf)

Notice on Planned Second Reading of FY 2013-2014 Budget (pdf)

McCreary County Transient Tax Forms Online
All lodging properties (motels, bed and breakfast, cabins, etc) located in McCreary County are required by ordinance to file a monthly transient tax return with payment of the tax. To help make this process easier, the McCreary County Tourism Office now offers the transient tax form for download online. Simply download and print the form, complete it, and return to the provided address with tax payment. Click here to download the McCreary County Transient Tax Monthly Return Form (pdf).

COUNTY DEPARTMENT UPDATES:

June 2013 Economic Development Update (audio/mp3)

June 2013 Tourism Update (audio/mp3)

May 2013 Economic Development Update (audio/mp3)

May 2013 Tourism Update (audio/mp3)

May 2013 Trash Talk (Solid Waste Update) (pdf)
May 2013 Trash Talk (Solid Waste Update) (audio/mp3)

April 2013 Judge Executive Doug Stephens News (pdf)
April 2013 Judge Executive Doug Stephens (audio.mp3)

April 2013 EMS (Ambulance Service) Newsletter (pdf)

UPCOMING MEETINGS:

McCreary County Fiscal Court (Special Session)
Wednesday June 19th 3:00pm
McCreary County Courthouse (Upstairs)

McCreary County 109 Solid Waste Board
Monday June 24th 6:00pm
McCreary County Park (Senior/Community Center)

McCreary County Tourist Commission
Monday June 24th 5:00pm
Tourism Office, Geary St. Whitley City, KY

McCreary County Park Board
Tuesday July 2nd 5:00pm
Sandhill Camp, Hwy 700 Whitley City, KY