HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – At the recent board meeting for Southwestern Kentucky Economic Development Council, their budget for the new fiscal year was unanimously approved which includes increased revenue from local governments and private donors.
The EDC works to promote, attract and recruit industry in Christian, Trigg and Todd counties. The proposed budget was presented by Executive Director Carter Hendricks in Hopkinsville on June 29, which reflected a balanced equal revenue and expenses totaling $688,600. Although they are planning to operate at a slight increase from last year, it is a decrease compared to two years ago.
Where the money is going
As far as expenses go, over a dozen line items on their budget are designated to various operational purposes ranging from office supplies to chamber of commerce fees and retirement benefits. Below are a few highlights from their extensive budget as compared to the 2025-26 fiscal year.
ExpenseLast fiscal year2026-27 fiscal year…