City of Fulton, Kentucky

08/27/2026

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08/24/2026

City Manager
M E M O R A N D U M

TO: All Qualified and Interested Persons

FROM: Nathan Lamb, City Manager

DATE: August 24, 2026

RE: Advertisement for Open Position (Fire Chief)
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The City of Fulton, Kentucky is now accepting applications for an open position within the City. The City of Fulton, Kentucky is a unique and extremely historic City and part of a Twin City Community (South Fulton, TN) located on the Kentucky/Tennessee line and has an estimated community population of 5,000. The community is situated on the Canadian National Rail Line and the Southernmost section of I69 in Kentucky about forty-five minutes south of Paducah, KY and two and half hours Northwest of Nashville, TN.

The City Commission is seeking a qualified person for the position of Fire Chief. Under general administrative direction from the City Manager, performs a variety of technical, administrative, and supervisory work in planning, organizing, directing, and implementing fire prevention, suppression, emergency preparedness and code enforcement to prevent or minimize the loss of life and property by fire and rescue conditions. The Chief is the top supervisory position in the Department, which is in addition to performing fire and rescue duties. Salary range for the position is $55,000 to $75,000 annually.

Full job description may be obtained from the City Clerk at Fulton City Hall. You may apply by submitting a resume (curriculum vitae preferred) and they will be accepted until the position is filled. Resumes may be submitted to the City Clerk:
City of Fulton, Kentucky
PO Box 1350
101 Nelson Tripp Place
Fulton, KY 42041
[email protected]
270-472-1320 extension 4

The City of Fulton is “An Equal Opportunity Employer,” “Any applicant who needs an ADA accommodation in the employment selection process will request the accommodation from the city clerk in writing.”

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08/11/2026

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08/07/2026

*LIFTED* Boil Water Notice Issued for Fulton Water Customers on Terry Road and Highway 45

*UPDATE: BOIL WATER NOTICE HAS BEEN LIFTED*
As a precautionary measure on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, a Boil Water Notice was issued for all Fulton City Municipal Water customers on Terry Road and Highway 45 once water service is restored. The duration of the outage is unknown at this time. Pressure may remain low for a period of time due to Public Works flushing the main lines. This notice was issued as a precautionary measure due to emergency maintenance on the water main line. We appreciate the patience and support of our customers and community. We are also grateful for the dedicated and knowledgeable employees that are working to repair the issue and ensure a safe and reliable source of water. Please follow the City of Fulton’s website at www.fulton-ky.com for updates. If you have any questions, please call Fulton Public Works at 270-472-2434.

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08/05/2026

As a precautionary measure on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, a Boil Water Notice was issued for all Fulton City Municipal Water customers on Terry Road and Highway 45. Pressure may remain low for a period of time due to Public Works flushing the main lines. This notice was issued as a precautionary measure due to emergency maintenance on the water main line. We appreciate the patience and support of our customers and community. We are also grateful for the dedicated and knowledgeable employees that are working to repair the issue and ensure a safe and reliable source of water. This Boil Water Notice will remain in effect until further notice. Please follow the City of Fulton’s website at www.fulton-ky.com for updates. If you have any questions, please call Fulton Public Works at 270-472-2434.

08/05/2026

On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, damage to a water main was reported on Terry Road that is affecting Fulton City Municipal Water customers on Terry Road, Highway 45, and the water valley area. The Fulton Public Works department is currently working diligently to repair the water main and restore services. The length of the outage is unknown currently. We appreciate the patience and support of our customers and community. We are also grateful for the dedicated and knowledgeable employees that are working to repair the issue and ensure a safe and reliable source of water. Please follow the City of Fulton’s website at www.fulton-ky.com for updates. If you have any questions, please call Fulton Public Works at 270-472-2434.

07/24/2026

POLICE OFFICER JOB OPENING

City of Fulton Kentucky
P.O. Box 1350
101 Nelson Tripp Place
Fulton, Kentucky 42041
www.fulton-ky.com
City Hall (270) 472-1320
Fax (270)-472-6526

Job Opening: Police Officer
City of Fulton, Kentucky
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Salary Range: $39,000 to $50,000 annually
• Reports To: Police Chief and City Manager
About Our Community
Fulton, Kentucky, is a unique, historic, and close-knit community located on the Kentucky/Tennessee border. As part of a "Twin City" community with South Fulton, TN, the community features a local population of approximately 5,000 residents. The city is strategically situated on the Canadian National Rail Line and the southernmost section of I-69 in Kentucky, about 45 minutes south of Paducah, KY, and two and a half hours northwest of Nashville, TN. Operating under a Commission-Manager form of government, the city blends small-town heritage with a professional, collaborative leadership environment.
Job Summary
The City Commission is seeking a highly qualified, professional, and progressive individual for the position of City Police Officer. The Police Officer under general supervision, performs a variety of law enforcement duties to protect life and property in accordance with applicable laws; patrols the City to preserve law and order by detecting and preventing the commission of crimes; may work in various special assignments, as required; and, performs other related duties.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
• Responding to calls for service, including crimes, traffic hazards, emergencies, and requests for public assistance.
• Performing community-based policing and building positive relationships with residents.
• Investigating crimes and gathering evidence through interviews, searches, and information collection.
• Serving warrants, making arrests, and issuing citations for violations of local, stated, and federal laws.
• Booking prisoners, transporting detainees, and processing evidence and property related to investigations.
• Preparing reports and maintaining records using department computer systems.
• Testifying in court proceedings and parole hearings related to cases worked.
• Managing traffic and crowd control during accidents, public events, emergencies, and parades.
• Investigating traffic accidents, interviewing witnesses, and completing accident reports.
• Enforcing traffic and parking regulations throughout the city.
• Providing emergency first aid, when necessary, until medical personnel arrive.
• Working rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency callouts as required.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three professional references directly to the City Clerk. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The expected decision-making window upon review is two weeks.
A full job description may be obtained from the City Clerk and Fulton City Hall.
Submit Applications To:
City Clerk Laura Byrd
City of Fulton
PO Box 1350
Fulton, KY 42041
[email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer & ADA Compliance: The City of Fulton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any applicant who requires ADA accommodation during the employment selection process must request the accommodation from the City Clerk in writing.

07/17/2026

*UPDATE: BOIL WATER NOTICE HAS BEEN LIFTED*

Boil Water Notice Issued for Fulton Water Customers on St Rt 94 E at Hwy 1706 and Cayce community

As a precautionary measure on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, a Boil Water Notice was issued for all Fulton City Municipal Water customers on St Rt 94 E beginning at Highway 1706 and extending to the entire Cayce community. Pressure may remain low for a period of time due to Public Works flushing the main lines. This notice was issued as a precautionary measure due to emergency maintenance on the water main line. We appreciate the patience and support of our customers and community. We are also grateful for the dedicated and knowledgeable employees that are working to repair the issue and ensure a safe and reliable source of water. This Boil Water Notice will remain in effect until further notice. Please follow the City of Fulton’s website at www.fulton-ky.com for updates. If you have any questions, please call Fulton Public Works at 270-472-2434.

07/15/2026

Boil Water Notice Issued for Fulton Water Customers on St Rt 94 E at Hwy 1706 and Cayce Community

As a precautionary measure on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, a Boil Water Notice was issued for all Fulton City Municipal Water customers on St Rt 94 E beginning at Highway 1706 and extending to the entire Cayce community. Pressure may remain low for a period of time due to Public Works flushing the main lines. This notice was issued as a precautionary measure due to emergency maintenance on the water main line. We appreciate the patience and support of our customers and community. We are also grateful for the dedicated and knowledgeable employees that are working to repair the issue and ensure a safe and reliable source of water. This Boil Water Notice will remain in effect until further notice. Please follow the City of Fulton’s website at www.fulton-ky.com for updates. If you have any questions, please call Fulton Public Works at 270-472-2434.

07/15/2026

Water outage for some customers on St Rt 94 and the Cayce area due to emergency water main repair

On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, damage to a water main was reported on State Route 94 E that is affecting Fulton City Municipal Water customers on State Route 94 East and the Cayce area. The Fulton Public Works department is currently working diligently to repair the water main and restore services. The length of the outage is unknown currently. We appreciate the patience and support of our customers and community. We are also grateful for the dedicated and knowledgeable employees that are working to repair the issue and ensure a safe and reliable source of water. Please follow the City of Fulton’s website at www.fulton-ky.com for updates. If you have any questions, please call Fulton Public Works at 270-472-2434.