Clark County approves Cody Rayburn's promotion to lieutenant in fire department

The Clark County, Kentucky government meeting held on May 14, 2025, featured a significant promotion within the local fire department, honoring Cody Rayburn as the new lieutenant. The meeting began with a motion to approve Rayburn's promotion, which was seconded but met with some dissent.

One member of the court expressed concerns about the lack of a staffing flowchart detailing approved positions and vacancies within the fire department. This member indicated that they would vote against the promotion until this information was provided, emphasizing the importance of having clear data before proceeding with further hiring or promotions.

Despite the concerns raised, the motion to promote Rayburn passed, and he was officially sworn in as lieutenant. During the oath of office, Rayburn pledged to uphold the constitutions of the United States and Kentucky, as well as the laws of Clark County.

Following the promotion ceremony, there was a brief discussion about the attendance of fire department employees at the meeting, with some members suggesting they could leave to allow more community members to participate.

This meeting highlighted the ongoing discussions about staffing transparency within the Clark County Fire Department, as well as the community's support for its local firefighters.