Essential contact guide for Owsley County residents and visitors
Where to go for government services, utilities, schools, and public safety in Owsley County. Keep these contacts and procedures handy for emergencies and civic needs.
Booneville is the county seat and the hub for most local services residents will need, from vehicle renewals to election filings. The Owsley County Clerk’s Office is located on the first floor of the courthouse at 20 Main Street, Booneville, KY 41314-0500; phone (606) 593-5735 and fax (606) 593-5737. The clerk handles motor vehicle renewals, online records access, election and candidate filings, and guidance on vital records. The county clerk’s website, owsley.countyclerk.us, provides a direct link to the Kentucky Secretary of State candidate filings portal and refreshes filing data daily, making it the first stop for anyone preparing to run or participate in local elections.
Booneville’s municipal government operates under a mayor-commission form, with Nelson Bobrowski serving as mayor. City contact listings and meeting schedules are maintained through state-local directories; residents should check city postings for meeting times and agendas to stay engaged in zoning, public works, and other municipal decisions.
Water and sewer service for Booneville and nearby areas is provided by Booneville Water & Sewer. Utility contact details and system records are maintained through the Kentucky Division of Water. In the event of a water or sewer emergency, contact the local utility immediately and consult Kentucky Division of Water records for boil advisories or official notices.
Public safety is handled locally by the Owsley County Sheriff’s Office. Regional investigative support, traffic initiatives, and coordinated checkpoints fall under the coverage of Kentucky State Police Post 7 in Richmond. Post 7 routinely coordinates incident response across Madison, Clark, Estill, Lee, Owsley, Jackson, and neighboring counties; residents should contact local emergency numbers first for immediate threats or to report a crime.
Owsley County Schools administer K–12 public education across the county. The district posts calendars, employment openings, and school news online; families should consult the district site for enrollment, schedules, and afterschool programming. Health and human services in the county include local clinics, the county health department as the regional public health unit, and long-term care facilities. Residents seeking benefits, Medicaid, or public health programs can also access statewide services through the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services.
Agricultural and community outreach is available through the Owsley County Cooperative Extension Office, which offers 4-H programming, farming assistance, nutrition education, and family resources. For elections and candidate filings start at the county clerk site or use the Secretary of State candidate filings portal linked there. For water issues contact Booneville Water & Sewer and check official Division of Water postings. For law enforcement response call local emergency numbers and the Owsley County Sheriff’s Office; for specialized or regional investigations KSP Post 7 coordinates support.
Our two cents? Save the clerk’s number and website in your phone, know who to call for water or safety issues, and check filing deadlines before you plan to run or sign up for county services. Staying connected keeps Booneville and the holler running.
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