HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-26-2019November 26, 2019
At a Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners, held on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at 5:30
p.m., in the Commission Chambers of City Hall located at 300 South 5th Street, Mayor Harless
presided, and upon call of the roll by the City Clerk, the following answered to their names:
Commissioners Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4). Commissioner Watkins was
unable to attend.
INVOCATION:
Commissioner McElroy led the Invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Harless led the pledge.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEES: City Clerk Lindsay Parish introduced Customer
Experience Representatives Alexandra Sherwood and Justin Warmath.
PRESENTATIONS
Public Information Officer Pam Spencer provided the following summary on the presentations
presented:
Shift Workshop Proiect Presentations
"The City of Paducah hosted a three-day Shift Workshop in early November bringing
together creative and business professionals to collaborate and create project plans that
could enhance and grow Paducah's economy. The Shift Workshop is a program through
the AIR Institute of Berea College in partnership with the Kentucky Arts
Council. Thirteen citizens participated with two projects drafted. At this meeting, an
overview of each of the two projects was presented to the Board of Commissioners.
Arts in the Park focuses on local art organizations providing youth programming such
as painting, music, and theater at a different park each weekend next July. The
Kentucky Arts Council committed to providing $4200 in funding for this project.
Pockets in Paducah would work to enhance vacant lots by creative pocket parks that
can be used as creative spaces which could include community gardens, sculpture and
zen gardens, and playground areas. The Kentucky Arts Council committed to $800 in
funding which would be used to help the organizers engage a Kentucky Arts Council
consultant to helpfully develop the project plan and budget. "
Paducah Civic Beautification Board Annual Business Awards
"The Paducah Civic Beautification Board presented Annual Business Awards to nine
businesses. The businesses recognized for renovating or improving their exterior
and/or landscaping are
• The Johnson Bar (133 S 3rd Street)
• HB & Company (3128 Broadway)
• The Belle Louise Historic Guest House (304 North 6th Street)
• The Respite Bed & Breakfast (502 North 5th Street)
• Slim's Frenehtown Mercantile (125 N. 11th Street)
• Paducah Power System (1500 Broadway)
• Paducah Convention & Visitors Bureau (128 Broadway)
• Branch Out (713 Kentucky Avenue)
• Paducah City Hall (300 South 5th Street) "
Update from National Quilt Museum
"National Quilt Museum Chief Executive Officer Frank Bennett provided an update on
the Museum's attendance and local economic impact. He said the Museum has three
basic types of visitors: front desk admission visitors, workshop and event attendees, and
attendees to free programs including various youth activities. The National Quilt
Museum has international appeal and receives visitors from more than 40 countries
each year. Each visitor spends an average of $300 to 400 dollars in Paducah. Bennett
also said the Museum has had a 52% growth in admissions in eight years with 34,150
front desk admission visitors in 2018. "
November 26, 2019
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Harless asked if the Board wanted any items on the Consent Agenda removed for separate
consideration. There were no items removed. Mayor Harless asked the City Clerk to read the
remaining items on the Consent Agenda.
I(A)
Approve Minutes for the November 12, 2019, Board of Commissioners Meeting and the
November 14, 2019, Joint Called Meeting of the Board of Commissioners and the
McCracken Cowity Fiscal Court
I(B)
Approve Reappointment of Lorraine Schramke to the Planning Commission. This term
shall expire August 31, 2023.
I(C)
Approve Appointment of Valerie Pollard to the Planning Commission to replace John
Shadle, whose term has expired. This term shall expire August 31, 2023.
I(D)
Approve Appointment of David Barnett to the Board of Ethics to replace Eri Gjergji, who
resigned. This term shall expire February 10, 2020.
I(E)
Approve Appointment of Ania Lasota to the Civic Beautification Board. This term shall
ex ire JuIv 1, 2023.
I(F)
Approve Reappointment of William Cox, Bill Pinkston and Neel Carroll to the Brooks
Stadium Commission. Said terms shall expire December 5, 2023.
I(G)
Receive and File Documents
Minute File:
1. Notice of Called Joint Meeting for the Board of Commissioners of the City of
Paducah, Kentucky, and McCracken County Fiscal Court for November 14, 2019,
at 5:00 p.m.
2. Certificate of Liability Insurance — John Powell
3. Right -of -Way Bond — John Powell
4. Certificate of Liability Insurance — KY Backhaul Transmission Networks, LLC
Contract File:
I . Strategic Health Risk Advisor & Strategic Benefit Placement Services — Peel &
Holland and City of Paducah — MO #2296
2. Linda and Jerry Bruckheimer Preservation Fund for Kentucky Grant — MO #2297
3. Agreement between Peel & Holland and City of Paducah — 2019-2020 — Well -
Score Wellness Program — signed by CM
4. Agreement between the City of Paducah and Aramark Uniform Services —
Extension of original contract for Engineering -Public Works Uniform Services
renewed through November 2, 2020 — ORD 2016-11-8446
Financials File:
1. Transit Authority of City of Paducah— Year ended June 30, 2019
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Personnel Actions
I(I)
A MUNICIPAL ORDER ACCEPTING GRANT FUNDS THROUGH THE
KENTUCKY OFFICE OF HOMELAND SECURITY (KOHS) FOR A 2019 GRANT
AWARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $442,181.76 FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN FOD
ROBOT FOR THE PADUCAH POLICE DEPARTMENT'S FBI CERTIFIED BOMB
SQUAD AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE GRANT
AGREEMENT AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATED TO SAME MO #2301 BOOK 11
I(J)
A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A RENEWAL
APPLICATION TO THE COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, DEPARTMENT OF
HOUSING, BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION FOR LOCAL EXPANDED
JURISDICTION FOR THE FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION MO #2302 BOOK 11
I(K)
A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AFRICAN
AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS PRESERVATION PROJECT GRANT APPLICATION
THROUGH THE NATIONAL PARKS SERVICE (NPS) IN THE AMOUNT OF
$100,320, ON BEHALF OF THE HOTEL METROPOLITAN, TO MAKE NECESSARY
REPAIRS AND RENOVATIONS TO ENSURE THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE
HOTEL, INCLUDING REPAIRS TO THE ROOF, FLOORING, DECK, RAILING,
DOORS, WINDOWS, EXTERIOR PAINT JOB, NEW EXTERIOR SIGNAGE, ETC.,
AND AUTHORIZING THE GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR TO SUBMIT THE GRANT
APPLICATION MO #2303 BOOK 11
November 26, 2019
Mayor Harless offered motion, seconded by Commissioner McElroy, that the consent agenda be
adopted as presented.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4).
SUSPEND RULES OF ORDER
Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner McElroy, to suspend the Rules of
Order to allow public comments related to Item II(A) regarding the Insurance Premium Tax before the
aforementioned item is voted upon.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4).
PUBLIC COMMENT
• Ron Ward made comments about the Bond Issue
• Melanie Patel and Wes Hagan made comments concerning the aquatics center
ORDINANCE(S) — ADOPTIONS
AMEND CODE OF ORDINANCES SECTION 106 TO RAISE INSURANCE PREMIUM TAX
Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner McElroy, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an Ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 106 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH." This ordinance is summarized as
follows: this ordinance amends Section 106-126 of the Paducah Code of Ordinances to raise the
Insurance Premium Tax from 6% (six percent) to 7% (seven percent). The increase of the Insurance
Premium Tax will provide additional revenue that is necessary to assist in the funding of employee
pensions, as well as the funding for the design, construction administration, and construction of an
indoor recreation and aquatic facility for use by the citizens of the City of Paducah. The full text of
each section that imposes taxes shall be published in accordance with KRS 83A.060.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (3). Abraham voted Nay (1).
(ORD 2019-11-8597 Book 35)
AUTHORIZE A BOND ISSUANCE OF $22,000,000 IN GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF INDOOR AQUATIC AND RECREATION CENTER
Commissioner McElroy offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an Ordinance entitled, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH,
KENTUCKY AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2020A IN THE APPROXIMATE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL
AMOUNT OF $22,000,000 (SUBJECT TO A PERMITTED ADJUSTMENT INCREASING THE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF BONDS BY UP TO $2,200,000 OR DECREASING THE PRINCIPAL
I(L)
A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A SAVE
AMERICA'S TREASURES PRESERVATION PROJECTS GRANT APPLICATION
FROM THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUND, WHICH IS ADMINISTERED BY
THE NATIONAL PARKS SERVICES (NPS) IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000, TO
REPAIR THE FAtrADE OF THE COLUMBIA THEATRE, AND AUTHORIZING THE
GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR TO SUBMIT THE GRANT APPLICATION
MO 42304 BOOK 11
I(M)
A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH SYSTEM SOLUTIONS OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY IN AN
AMOUNT OF $38,910.23 FOR PROCUREMENT OF A NEW SECURITY SYSTEM
FOR CITY HALL MO #2305 BOOK 11
I(N)
A MUNICIPAL ADOPTING AND APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF A
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PADUCAH AND
THE COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, TRANSPORTATION CABINET,
DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS IN THE AMOUNT OF $650,000 FOR
IMPROVEMENTS TO SOUTH 25TH STREET MO #2306 BOOK 11
Mayor Harless offered motion, seconded by Commissioner McElroy, that the consent agenda be
adopted as presented.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4).
SUSPEND RULES OF ORDER
Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner McElroy, to suspend the Rules of
Order to allow public comments related to Item II(A) regarding the Insurance Premium Tax before the
aforementioned item is voted upon.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4).
PUBLIC COMMENT
• Ron Ward made comments about the Bond Issue
• Melanie Patel and Wes Hagan made comments concerning the aquatics center
ORDINANCE(S) — ADOPTIONS
AMEND CODE OF ORDINANCES SECTION 106 TO RAISE INSURANCE PREMIUM TAX
Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner McElroy, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an Ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 106 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH." This ordinance is summarized as
follows: this ordinance amends Section 106-126 of the Paducah Code of Ordinances to raise the
Insurance Premium Tax from 6% (six percent) to 7% (seven percent). The increase of the Insurance
Premium Tax will provide additional revenue that is necessary to assist in the funding of employee
pensions, as well as the funding for the design, construction administration, and construction of an
indoor recreation and aquatic facility for use by the citizens of the City of Paducah. The full text of
each section that imposes taxes shall be published in accordance with KRS 83A.060.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (3). Abraham voted Nay (1).
(ORD 2019-11-8597 Book 35)
AUTHORIZE A BOND ISSUANCE OF $22,000,000 IN GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF INDOOR AQUATIC AND RECREATION CENTER
Commissioner McElroy offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an Ordinance entitled, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH,
KENTUCKY AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2020A IN THE APPROXIMATE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL
AMOUNT OF $22,000,000 (SUBJECT TO A PERMITTED ADJUSTMENT INCREASING THE
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF BONDS BY UP TO $2,200,000 OR DECREASING THE PRINCIPAL
November 26, 2019
AMOUNT OF BONDS BY ANYAMOUNT) FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING ALL ORA
PORTION OF THE COSTS OF THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPPING, AND
INSTALLATION OF A MUNICIPAL SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITY LOCATED
WITHIN THE JURISDICTIONAL BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY, APPROVING THE FORMS OF
THE BONDS; AUTHORIZING DESIGNATED OFFICERS TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER THE
BONDS; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE FILING OF ANOTICE WITH THE STATE
LOCAL DEBT OFFICER; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT AND SECURITY OF THE BONDS;
CREATING A BOND PAYMENT FUND; MAINTAINING THE HERETOFORE ESTABLISHED
SINKING FUND; AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE BIDS OF THE BOND PURCHASER
FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE BONDS; AND REPEALING INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES."
This ordinance is summarized as follows: This Ordinance authorizes the issuance of general obligation
bonds designated as Series 2020A in the approximate principal amount of $22,000,000 (the "Bonds")
by the City of Paducah, Kentucky (the "City"). The Bonds are to be issued for the purpose of financing
all or a portion of the costs of the acquisition, construction, equipping, and installation of a municipal
sports and recreational facility located within the jurisdictional boundaries of the City consisting of,
without limitation, (i) an indoor aquatic facility with competitive swimming, warm water, and therapy
amenities, (ii) basketball, volleyball, weight lifting, fitness, running, and walking amenities, (iii)
concession amenities, (iv) viewing areas, (v) locker rooms, (vi) childcare space, and (vii) meeting
space. Provisions are made in the Ordinance for the payment of the Bonds and the security therefor; for
the application of the proceeds of the Bonds; for the establishment of a Bond Payment Fund; for the
maintenance of the previously established sinking fund; and for certain covenants of the City with
respect to the Bonds. The Bonds are to be sold at public, competitive sale, and shall mature, or be
subject to mandatory sinking fund redemption, in varying amounts on February 1, 2020 and each
February I" thereafter through February 1, 2039. The Bonds pledge the full faith, credit, and taxing
power of the City and provision is made for the collection of a tax to pay the principal of, and interest
on the Bonds, subject to certain credits, as provided in Section 7 of the Ordinance. The full text of each
section that imposes fees or taxes shall be published in accordance with KRS 83A.060.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (3). Abraham voted Nay (1).
(ORD 2019-11-8598 Book 35)
AMENDMENT #2 FOR HDR ENGINEERING, INC. FOR GREENWAY TRAIL PHASE IV
Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an Ordinance entitled,, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING CONTRACT
AMENDMENT NO. 2 WITH HDR ENGINEERING, INC. FOR A PRICE INCREASE IN THE
AMOUNT OF $46,689 FOR PROFESSIONAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE GREENWAY TRAIL
PHASE IV PROJECT." This Ordinance is summarized as follows: the City of Paducah approves and
authorizes the execution of Contract Amendment No. 2 to the contract with HDR Engineering, Inc. for
the Greenway Trail Phase IV Project. This Amendment increases the contract cost by $46,689.00 for
additional labor hours already completed, final record drawings, final walkthrough, and approval of
remaining payment applications, resulting in a total contract price of $134,189.00.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4). (ORD 2019-11-
8599 Book 35)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER AND FINANCE DIRECTOR TO IMPLEMENT
SERVICE FEES
Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an Ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND FINANCING DIRECTOR TO IMPLEMENT
SERVICE FEES FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF CREDIT CARD, DEBIT CARD, AND E -CHECK
PAYMENTS BY THE CITY OF PADUCAH." This ordinance is summarized as follows: This
ordinance authorizes the City Manager and the City Finance Director to establish and implement a
credit card and debit card service fee not to exceed four percent (4%) and an e -check processing fee of
$1.50 to cover the City's costs of accepting such payment forms.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4). (ORD 2019-11-
8600 Book 35)
SUSPEND RULES OF ORDER
Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner McElroy, to suspend the Rules of
Order to allow public comments related to Item II(E) regarding Dogs at Special Events before the
aforementioned item is voted upon.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4).
November 26, 2019
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Phillip Hamm made comments concerning the amendment of Chapter 14 related to dogs at special
events.
AMEND CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 14 RELATED TO DOGS AT SPECIAL
EVENTS
Commissioner McElroy offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an Ordinance entitled,, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH." This ordinance is summarized as
follows: this ordinance amends Sections 14-31 and 14-32 of the Paducah Code of Ordinances to
restrict dogs at special community events. This amendment defines special community events as all
events permitted within City limits, regardless of whether the City is the organizer or sponsor. This
restriction shall not apply to service dogs or to dogs whose owner's residence is located within the area
designated for special events so long as all service and resident dogs are restrained by a leash or other
lead that is no longer than three (3) feet. This restriction shall also not apply to events which
specifically provide for and include that dogs may be brought into the area for the permitted event.
TABLE VOTE ON AMENDING CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 14 RELATED TO
DOGS AT SPECIAL EVENTS
Commissioner McElroy offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, to table the vote on
Amending Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 related to Dogs at Special Events.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4).
ORDINANCE(S) — INTRODUCTION
ALLEY CLOSURE AT BROADWAY SOUTH 6TI1 & KENTUCKY AVENUE
Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner McElroy that the Board of
Commissioners introduce an Ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE
CLOSING OF A PORTION OF AN ALLEY BETWEEN 600 & 606 BROADWAY, 105 & 111
SOUTH 6TH STREET AND 603 KENTUCKY AVENUE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS RELATING TO SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows:
The City of Paducah does hereby authorize the closure of a portion of an alley between 600 & 606
Broadway, 105 & 111 South 6' Street and 603 Kentucky Avenue and authorizes, empowers and directs
the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed from the City to the property owners in or abutting the public
ways to be closed.
DISCUSSION
The Board of Commissioners discussed a potential amendment to Chapter 42 of the Paducah Code of
Ordinances related to junk cars.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
• Congratulated the recipients of the business awards and thanked them for the investments in
our community
• Encouraged citizens to walk through or drive through Noble Park to view the Christmas lights
• Encouraged citizens to participate in Small Business Saturday and the Dickens of a Christmas
event in downtown on Saturday, November 30ffi
• The Christmas parade will be December 7h
• Allowed Rick Murphy to discuss the stop sign that has been installed at 5h and Broadway.
This same type of stop sign will be installed at 6' Street and 711' Street.
Beginning December ls` these lights will turn to all flashing and will become a 3 -way stop.
The lights will flash for 90 days and then be taken down.
• City Manager wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
COMMISSION COMMENTS
Commissioner McElroy gave an update on the Garden Club Music Garden in Noble Park
Commissioner Abraham related that he is excited about the enthusiasm in downtown and feels
the BUILD Grant will enhance the riverfront and the TIF District will create a lot of
opportunities in downtown
• Commissioner Wilson commented on Paducah obtaining the BUILD Grant
November 26, 2019
Mayor Harless congratulated Kentucky Care on the groundbreaking of their new clinic on the
southside. She also made comments on the Veterans Day event and said planning for the 2020
event will begin in April.
Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner McElroy, that the Board go into
closed session for discussion of matters pertaining to future sale or acquisition of a specific parcel(s) of
real estate, as permitted by KRS 61.810(1)(b).
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4).
RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
Mayor Harless offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the Board reconvene in
open session.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Abraham, McElroy, Wilson and Mayor Harless (4).
ADJOURN
Mayor Harless offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, to adjourn the meeting. All in
favor.
Meeting ended at approximately 8:45 p.m.
ADOPTED: December 10, 2019.
Brandi Harless, Mayor
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