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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/27/11SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 At a Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners, held on Tuesday, September 27, 2011, at 5:30 p.m., Mayor Paxton presided, and upon call of the roll by the City Clerk, the following answered to their names: Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (5). ADDITIONS/DELETIONS Item V(C), Lease Modification Agreement with the Commonwealth of Kentucky for Property Located at 400 South 6th Street was added to the agenda THANKING THE YOUTH FOR ASSISTANCE DURING THE ANNUAL BBQ FESTIVAL Commissioner Kaler thanked the youth group the helped GPS with recycling efforts at the festival. Those present at the meeting were as follows: Anthony Grubbs Meg Hancock McKenzie Bruce Emilie Ayers Sean Blakely Chandler Smith EPW Director Rick Murphy commended the City's workforce for making the BBQ festival successful. He especially thanked Mike Orenduff, Solid Waste Superintendent, for coordinating the cleanup efforts before, during and after the festival. Chief Kyle of the Fire Department thanked the Fire Department—they assisted in set up, making sure all tents were flame retardant, public education, and manning a first aid station. Chief Berry of the Police Department thanked the Police Department—they kept the area secure and safe, no disruptive behavior was reported—He believes it was the largest crowd he has seen in the 3 years he has been chief. Commissioner Gault was very complimentary of the City staff's participation in making the BBQ event very successful. The staff worked very hard at keeping the event area clean and free of litter. PRESENTATIONS 2012 HEALTH INSURANCE RENEWAL Human Resources Director Cindy Medford introduced the City's Health Insurance Consultant of Peel & Holland, Greg Carlton. Mr. Carlton gave a briefing on employee benefits as related to health insurance. He recommended the following: • Hold 2011 Rates and Plan Designs o Escrow the full potential liability funding • Monitor Claims and Utilization • Be Prepared to Adjust Rates if Utilization Worsens • Educate members on Variances in Provider Fees • Engage Wellness Across all Departments o Implement Well -Score Online System POLICE & FIRE FACILITIES PLANNING Fire Chief Kyle and Police Chief Berry are working together exploring the possibility of a joint Fire/Police headquarters. They requested the Commission's blessing "to move forward with exploring the idea, including using monies that have already been earmarked by both Police and Fire departments to complete a joint needs assessment." Commission agreed by consensus for the needs assessment to be completed on a joint public safety operations building. (A copy of the Public Information Officer's meeting highlights is inserted in the minute folder.) MINUTES Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the reading of the Minutes for the September 13th, 2011, meeting be waived and that the Minutes of said meeting prepared by the City Clerk be approved as written. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 MOTIONS R & F DOCUMENTS Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the following documents be received and filed: DOCUMENTS 1. Certificates of Insurance: (a) Gulf Equipment Corporation 2. Contracts/Agreements: a) Kepman Construction for Interior Rehab of Property Located at 333 North 16th Street as Part of the Fountain Avenue Housing Revitalization Project (2011-8-7852) b) Seamen's Church Institute of New York and New Jersey Lease Extension Agreement (2011-9-7857) 3. Paducah Junior College, Inc. Financial Statements for Year Ended June 30, 2011 4. Notice of Cancellation of the Meeting for Tuesday, September 20, 2011 for the Board of Commissioners of the City of Paducah BIDS ENGINEERING -PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 2012 FORD F-550 XLT CREW CAB 1. Paducah Ford Inc.* 2. Crossroads Ford Lincoln Inc. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). MUNICIPAL ORDER PERSONNEL CHANGES Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that upon the recommendation of the City Manager, the Board of Commissioners of the City of Paducah order that the personnel changes on the attached list be approved. (SEE MUNICIPAL ORDER BOOK) Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). 2012 HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN CHANGES/PREMIUM ADJUSTMENTS Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that a Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFIT PLAN PREMIUMS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2012 INCLUDING PREMIUMS FOR OPTIONAL DENTAL AND VISION CARE FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH," be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). M.O.#1624; BK 8 AMEND POSITION AND PAY GRADE SCHEDULE TO ABOLISH POSITION OF BENEFITS SPECIALIST Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that a Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AMENDING SECTIONS (E) INSPECTION, (G) POLICE, (H) FIRE, (I) ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS, (J) PARKS SERVICES, (K) HUMAN RESOURCES AND (L) PADUCAH RENAISSANCE ALLIANCE, OF THE FY2011-2012 POSITION AND PAY SCHEDULE FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY," be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). M.O.#1625; BK 8 AMEND PAY GRADE SCHEDULE FOR CITY EMPLOYEES Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that a Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AMENDING THE FY2011-2012 PAY GRADE SCHEDULE FOR THE CITY OF PADUCAH EMPLOYEES TO ABOLISH THE POSITION OF BENEFITS SPECIALIST IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT," be adopted. SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). M.O.#1626; BK 8 TRANSFER OF 1142 NORTH 13TH STREET TO PURCHASE AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR NEW INFILL RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that a Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1142 NORTH 13TH STREET TO PURCHASE AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A DEED AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATING TO SAME," be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). M.O.#1627; BK 8 TRANSFER OF 1247 NORTH 13TH STREET TO PURCHASE AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR NEW INFILL RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner that a Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1247 NORTH 13TH STREET TO PURCHASE AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A DEED AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATING TO SAME," be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). M.O.#1628; BK 8 ORDINANCES — ADOPTION MARGARET HANK RECREATION CENTER FLOORING BID Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BID OF AZTEC FLOORING, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A MODULAR TILE SPORT COURT SYSTEM FOR THE PADUCAH PARKS SERVICES RECREATION CENTER LOCATED AT 1527 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DRIVE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The City of Paducah accepts the bid of Aztec Flooring, Inc. for the purchase and installation of a modular tile sport court system, in the total amount of $29,787, for the Paducah Parks Services Recreation Center located at 1527 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, and authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract for same. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). ORD#2011-9-7859; BK 33 2011 (MSU) BOND ISSUE — COUNTY $10 MILLION BOND ISSUE Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY GENERAL OBLIGATION NOTE, SERIES 2011 IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT EQUAL TO THAT PERCENTAGE OF THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF COUNTY OF MCCRACKEN, KENTUCKY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2011, WHICH, BEARING INTEREST AT THE SAME RATE OR RATES AS THE COUNTY BONDS, RESULTS IN AGGREGATE ANNUAL PAYMENTS OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON THE SERIES 2011 NOTE EQUALING EXACTLY $175,000 FOR EACH FISCAL YEAR DURING THE TERM OF THE COUNTY BONDS; AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF MCCRACKEN, KENTUCKY; APPROVING THE FORM OF THE NOTE; AUTHORIZING DESIGNATED OFFICERS TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER THE NOTE AND INTERLOCAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT; AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A DIRECT ANNUAL TAX ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY WITHIN THE COUNTY, IN ADDITION TO ALL OTHER TAXES, IN AN AMOUNT SUFFICIENT TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON THE NOTE WHEN AND AS THE SAME BECOMES DUE; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT AND SECURITY OF THE NOTE; MAINTAINING THE HERETOFORE ESTABLISHED SINKING FUND; AND REPEALING INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES." This Ordinance authorizes the issuance by the City of Paducah, Kentucky (the "City") of a general obligation note designated as Series 2011 (the "Note") to the County of McCracken, Kentucky (the "County") in an aggregate principal SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 amount equal to that percentage of the principal amount of the County's General Obligation Bonds, Series 2011 (the "County Bonds") which, bearing interest at the same rate or rates of interest as the County's Bonds, results in aggregate annual payments of principal and interest on the Notes during each fiscal year of the City equaling exactly $175,000 . The Note is to be issued to finance the City's proportionate share of the costs of financing the acquisition, construction, installation and equipping of an educational building and associated streets, parking lots, utilities and infrastructure (the "Project"), which Project is to be leased by the County to Murray State University (the "University"), an agency and political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, in connection with the provision by the University of post -secondary educational opportunities in the City and the County. The Ordinance further authorizes an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (the "Interlocal Agreement,") between the City and the County setting forth the respective obligations of the City and the County with respect to the financing of the Project. Provisions are made in the Ordinance for the payment of the Note and the security therefor; for the application of the proceeds of the Note; for the maintenance of the heretofore established Sinking Fund; and for certain covenants of the City with respect to the Note. The Note is to have a final maturity date not later than December 1, 2031 and shall bear interest, payable semi-annually on June 1 and December 1 of each year, commencing June 1, 2012, at the same interest rates as shall be established at advertised, competitive sale for the County's Bonds. The Note pledges the full faith and credit of the County and provision is made for the collection of a tax to pay the principal of, and interest on the Note. As required by KRS 83A.060, the following Section 8 of the Ordinance is set forth in its entirety: "-Section 8 -- General Obligation; Maintenance of Sinking Fund. The Series 2011 Note shall be a full general obligation of the City and, for the payment of said Series 2011 Note and the interest thereon, the full faith, credit and revenue of the City are hereby pledged for the prompt payment thereof. During the period the Series 2011 Note is outstanding, there shall be and there hereby is levied on all the taxable property in the City, in addition to all other taxes, without limitation as to rate, a direct tax annually in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on the Series 2011 Note when and as due, it being hereby found and determined that current tax rates are within all applicable limitations. Said tax shall be and is hereby ordered computed, certified, levied and extended upon the tax duplicate and collected by the same officers in the same manner and at the same time that taxes for general purposes for each of said years are certified, extended and collected. Said tax shall be placed before and in preference to all other items and for the full amount thereof provided, however, that in each year to the extent that the other lawfully available funds of the City, including amounts available therefore pursuant to the Lease, are available for the payment of the Series 2011 Note and are appropriated for such purpose, the amount of such direct tax upon all of the taxable property in the City shall be reduced by the amount of such other funds so available and appropriated. Pursuant to Ordinance No. 2001-5-6353 adopted by the City, there has heretofore been established with the City a sinking fund (the "Sinking Fund"), which is hereby ordered to be maintained and continued as long as the Series 2011 Note shall remain outstanding and unpaid. The funds derived from said tax levy hereby required or other lawfully available funds shall be placed in the Sinking Fund and, together with interest collected on the same, are irrevocably pledged for the payment of the interest on and principal of all bonds and notes issued under the General Obligation Act and Tax -Supported Leases, as defined in the General Obligation Act, when and as the same fall due. Amounts shall be transferred from the Sinking Fund to the County Bonds Payment Fund at the times and in the amounts required by Section 8 hereof." Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). ORD.#2011-9-7860; BK 33 AMEND FY 2012 BUDGET TO INCLUDE COMPOST IMPROVEMENTS AND ADDITIONAL FLEET TRUST PURCHASES OF POLICE VEHICLES Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2011-6-7825, ENTITLED, "AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2011, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2012, BY ESTIMATING REVENUES AND RESOURCES AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE OPERATION OF CITY GOVERNMENT". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the annual budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011, and ending June 30, 2012, is amended by increasing appropriations by $100,000 in the Solid Waste Fund -Compost Division and by $894,000 in the Fleet Trust Fund. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). ORD#2011-9-7861; BK 33 10 SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 PURCHASE OF POLICE INTERCEPTOR PURSUIT VEHICLES Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BID OF GOLDEN CIRCLE FORD FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF SIX (6) 2011 CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTOR PURSUIT VEHICLES FOR USE IN THE PADUCAH POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The City of Paducah accepts the bid of Golden Circle Ford in the total amount of $148,836, for six (6) 2011 Crown Victoria Police Interceptor Pursuit Vehicles, in accordance with the approved 2012 FY Fleet Plan, for use in the Paducah Police Department, and hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract for same. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). ORD.#2011-9-7862; BK 33 AWARD CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW HOME LOCATED AT 1402 HARRISON STREET Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE URBAN RENEWAL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO ACCEPT THE BID OF D & D CONSTRUCTION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW HOME AT 1402 HARRISON STREET, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah approves the recommendation of the Urban Renewal and Community Development Agency to accept the bid of D&D Construction, in the amount of $135,978, for the construction of a new home at 1402 Harrison Street, as part of the KHC/GAP Project and hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract for same. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). ORD.#2011-9-7863; BK 33 2011-2012 KY DIVISION OF WASTE MANAGEMENT RECYCLE PROGRAM GRANT Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE URBAN RENEWAL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO ACCEPT THE BID OF D & D CONSTRUCTION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW HOME AT 1402 HARRISON STREET, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah approves the recommendation of the Urban Renewal and Community Development Agency to accept the bid of D&D Construction, in the amount of $135,978, for the construction of a new home at 1402 Harrison Street, as part of the KHC/GAP Project and hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract for same. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). ORD.#2011-9-7864; BK 33 2011 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ACCOUNTABILITY GRANT Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF AN ON-LINE GRANT AGREEMENT, AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO, WITH THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FOR A 2011 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ACCOUNTABILITY GRANT THROUGH THE EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ACT OF 2011, IN THE AMOUNT OF $23,121, TO BE USED BY THE PADUCAH POLICE DEPARTMENT." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The City of Paducah hereby approves the execution of an on-line grant agreement, and all documents relating thereto, with the U. S. Department of Justice for a 2011 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Accountability Grant through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Act of 2011, in the amount of $23,121, to be used by the Paducah Police Department to purchase a variety of necessary support equipment. No local match is required. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). ORD.#2011-9-7865; BK 33 �, �•r.'_I:L'L1..�:�"...�:_[. _�LL_ _1_.-J'_L�.:: _ �__._..J_JL1z.�L'=:'J_"_:� :-_-1 L ._::::; __L` :ll J �..: ` ::.' J I ..::. _ .. I..:_ _... 11 SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 ORDINANCES — INTRODUCTION PROPOSED CLOSURE OF ADAMS STREET AND TWO ALLEYS FOR THE PADUCAH MIDDLE SCHOOL SITE Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE CLOSING OF A PORTION OF ADAMS STREET AND TWO PUBLIC ALLEYS BOUNDED BY CLARK STREET ON THE NORTH, JACKSON STREET ON THE SOUTH, SOUTH 31sT STREET ON THE EAST, AND LONE OAK ROAD ON THE WEST, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS RELATING TO SAME". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah does hereby authorize the closing of a portion of Adams Street and two public alleys bounded by Clark Street on the North, Jackson Street on the South, South 31 st Street on the East, and Lone Oak Road on the West, and authorizes the Mayor to execute all documents relating to same. PURCHASE TRUCK FOR PADUCAH POLICE DEPT. Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BID OF PADUCAH FORD, INC. FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF ONE 2012 FORD F550 CREW CAB TRUCK FOR USE BY THE PADUCAH POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The City of Paducah accepts the bid of Paducah Ford, Inc. in the total amount of $49,794.00, for one 2012 Ford F550 Crew Cab Truck for use by the Paducah Police Department, and authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract for same. LEASE MODIFICATION AGREEMENT WITH THE COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 400 SOUTH 6' STREET Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A LEASE MODIFICATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, DEPARTMENT FOR FACILITIES MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF REAL PROPERTIES AND THE CITY OF PADUCAH FOR LEASE OF PROPERTY FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS PROBATION/PAROLE LOCATED AT 400 SOUTH 6TH STREET." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah hereby approves modifications to the lease with the Commonwealth of Kentucky for property located at 400 South 6th Street, Paducah, Kentucky, and authorizes the Mayor to execute the Lease Modification Agreement. The annual rental fee will be paid quarterly at a rate of $17,902.50. Said modifications shall commence on October 1, 2011, with an expiration date of June 30, 2012. This agreement also includes seven (7) one-year automatic extensions unless otherwise terminated by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. PURCHASE OF DIGITAL IN -CAR CAMERAS FOR POLICE DEPT Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO MAKE PAYMENT TO THE LONDON KENTUCKY POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF NINE (9) L3 MOBILE VISION FLASHBACK 2 DIGITAL VIDEO SYSTEMS TO BE USED BY THE PADUCAH POLICE DEPARTMENT." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to make payment in the amount of $25,315 to the London, Kentucky Police Department for the purchase of nine (9) L3 Mobile Vision Flashback 2 Digital Video Systems to be used by the Paducah Police Department. CITY MANAGER REPORT • The City Manager requested an executive session to discuss litigation, personnel and economic development. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Comm. Abraham — Wanted to know if preparations for traffic and parking for the upcoming Halloween Festival were being prepared. • Response: Chief Berry has been in contact with some of the residents on Jefferson Street and will be working with Parks Services Director Mark Thompson to begin planning for the event. EXECUTIVE SESSION Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the Board go into closed session for discussion of matters pertaining to the following topics: • Issues which might lead to the appointment, dismissal, or disciplining of an employee, as permitted by KRS 61.810(1)(f). SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 • A specific proposal by a business entity where public discussion of the subject matter would jeopardize the location, retention, expansion, or upgrading of a business entity, as permitted by KRS 61.810(1)(g). Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Kaler, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (5). Upon motion the meeting adjourned. RE -CONVENE MEETING TO AMEND EXECUTIVE SESSION MOTION Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, to reconvene meeting to amend executive session motion to include litigation. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler and Mayor Paxton (3). AMEND EXECUTIVE SESSION MOTION Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, to amend the Executive Session motion adopted above to include the following: • Proposed or pending litigation, as permitted by KRS 61.810(1)(c). Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler and Mayor Paxton (3). ADOPTED: October 11 , 2011 V7 City Clerk