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MINUTES OF THE PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION
DECEMBER 7, 2020, 5:30 P.M.
Video Conference Meeting via Zoom
Note: In order to keep the Commission and public safe in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak this
meeting was held virtually using video teleconferencing. In accordance with Senate Bill 150, the
public was invited to participate by joining:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82539734980?pwd=VFZQYnQvbkhKK2lsMDZZbStaOTAxUT09
or view the meeting on the government access channel, Government 11 (Comcast channel 11). The
link was included on individual legal notice.
Attendees: Chairwoman Cathy Crecelius, Vice-Chair Lorraine Schramke, Joe Benberry, Paul
Bradford, David Morrison, Valerie Pollard, Bob Wade
Absent:
Staff: Josh Sommer, Senior Planner
Guests: Jason Goins, Kim Morris, Emily Black
Chairwoman Crecelius called the regularly-scheduled meeting of the Paducah Planning Commission
to order at 5:30 pm. Members who were present were visible on the video monitor.
The pledge of allegiance to the U.S. flag was recited.
The Roll was taken.
Commissioner Morrison offered the following motion: I move that the reading of the minutes for
November 16, 2020 be waived and that the minutes of said meeting, as prepared by staff, be approved
as written.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Pollard. No corrections were requested.
7 Ayes (Crecelius, Benberry, Bradford, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays; Motion
approved.
Planning Commission Continued Cases
Case #: PLT2020-101 & WAV2020-106
Case PLT2020-101 was left on the table awaiting roadway and stormwater agreements between the
developers and the City Engineer’s office. Case WAV2020-106 was left on the table awaiting a
resolution between the Petitioner and the surveyor for roadway frontage.
Planning Commission New Business
Case #: WAV2020-113 5001 Hinkleville Road
Lot split in the Regional Trade Center. Applicant is KY Motel, Inc.
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Commissioner Wade offered:
I move that this Commission receive and file the application of KY Motel, Inc. for the proposed re-
subdivision of property located at 5001 Hinkleville Road.
I further move that the requested waiver of the public hearing and the dedication of streets be given and
that approval of the submitted plat be granted.
Vice-Chair Schramke seconded.
Ms. Kim Morris with BFW explained this lot split was for future development. Commissioner
Morrison asked if the sign easement had been taken care of? Ms. Morris stated a note was added on
the plat.
No further questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote.
7 Ayes (Crecelius, Benberry, Bradford, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays
Case #: USE2020-132 100 Ridgewood Avenue
Conditional Use recommendation to the BOA. Applicants are Fowler and Emily Black
Commissioner Bradford offered:
I move that this Commission recommend to the Board of Adjustment case USE2020-132 pertaining to
100 Ridgewood Avenue for a conditional use be approved in accordance with the parameters submitted
by the applicant, adjoined to this approval recommendation as Exhibit A, on November 24, 2020.
Commissioner Morrison seconded.
Note: Due to background noise, the motion was read and seconded twice.
Chairwoman Crecelius stated her understanding only one pupil would be present at time. Mrs. Emily
Black stated that was correct. She is not having lessons at this time, but did pursue the Conditional
Use recommendation upon the return to lessons after a reduction in Covid cases. Mrs. Black stated
that in the future there may be a second student added, but never anymore than two.
No further questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote.
7 Ayes (Crecelius, Benberry, Bradford, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays
Case #: WAV2020-135 2670 New Holt Road
Parking waiver. Applicant is O J Real Estate, LLC
Commissioner Pollard offered:
I move that this Commission receive and file the application of OJ Real Estate, LLC for approval to waive
10 parking spaces and four stacked spaces at 2670 New Holt Road pursuant to Section 126-71 (b) (2) of
the Paducah Zoning Ordinance.
I further move this Commission find:
The waiver of 10 parking spaces and four stacked spaces shall have no negative impact on the property;
and
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A total of 124 parking spaces and four stacked spaces are being provided on the site; and
The reasoning contained in the Petitioner’s professional representative’s letter are incorporated into these
findings of fact, adjoined as Exhibit B; and
Four parking spaces shall be designated “employee only” parking in the driving aisle where potential
stacking can occur; and
The Planning Commission has the authority to waive the parking requirements at 2670 New Holt Road.
I further move the application be approved.
Commissioner Benberry seconded.
Chairwoman Crecelius asked if anyone was present to present the case. Mr. Jason Goins with
Siteworx stated he would be presenting the case. Chairwoman Crecelius asked if vehicles existing
the drive-through can turn left or right. Mr. Goins stated they could turn either way.
No further questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote.
7 Ayes (Crecelius, Benberry, Bradford, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays
Case #: WAV2020-136 1140 Broadway and 1143 Kentucky Avenue
Property line abolishment for future development on Broadway. Applicants are Steve & Jill Durham.
Commissioner Morrison offered:
I move that this Commission receive and file the application of Steve & Jill Durham for the proposed re-
subdivision of property located at 1140 Broadway and 1143 Kentucky Avenue.
I further move that the requested waiver of the public hearing and the dedication of streets be given and
that approval of the submitted plat be granted.
Commissioner Wade seconded.
Chairwoman Crecelius explained the Planning Commission had a rezoning case on this site before.
Mr. Jason Goins explained the previous car wash on Kentucky Avenue was bought by the Petitioners
to be added to the site on Broadway. Commissioner Wade asked if the buildings were to be
connected. Mr. Goins stated the site would contain one building that traffic would enter from
Broadway and exit onto Kentucky Avenue. Vice-Chair Schramke asked if there would be a double
lane of traffic in the building. Mr. Goins stated it would be a single lane.
No further questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote.
7 Ayes (Crecelius, Benberry, Bradford, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays
Case #: WAV2020-137 5660 & 5670 Buckner Lane
Property line abolishment and reestablishment. Applicants are Melanie Burkeen and Ronald & Molly
Kelley.
Vice-Chair Schramke offered:
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I move that this Commission receive and file the application of Melanie Burkeen and Ronald & Molly
Kelley for the proposed re-subdivision of property located at 5660 & 5670 Buckner Lane.
I further move that the requested waiver of the public hearing and the dedication of streets be given and
that approval of the submitted plat be granted.
Commissioner Benberry seconded.
Mr. Goins explained that one of the lots was narrow. This waiver would create more equal lots.
No questions were asked. Chairwoman Crecelius called for the vote.
7 Ayes (Crecelius, Benberry, Bradford, Morrison, Pollard, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays
Adjournment
Chairwoman Crecelius asked if there was any other business to be brought before the Planning
Commission, seeing none she adjourned the hearing at 5:49 pm.
Respectfully submitted by Joshua P. Sommer