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URCDA
MARCH 6, 2023
Paducah City Hall Commission Chambers
PLANNING COMMISSION/
APR 0 4 2023
CITY CLERIC
5:30 P.M.
Attendees: Joe Benberry, Trey Griffin, David Morrison, Vice -Chair Lorraine Schramke, Chairman
Bob Wade
Absent: Valerie Pollard
Staff: Joshua P. Sommer, Planner III; Rick Murphy, Director of Engineering; Daron Jordan, City
Manager
Guests: Morgan Salzman, Mike Gardner, Jonathan Perkins, Jon Perkins, Christi Perkins, Jason
Goins,
Chairman Wade called the regular meeting of the Paducah Planning Commission/ URCDA to order at
5:30 PM.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
The roll was taken.
Commissioner Griffin offered:
I move that the reading of the minutes for February 6, 2023 be waived and that the minutes ofsaid meeting,
as prepared by staff, be approved as written.
Commissioner Benberry seconded.
No corrections were requested. Chairman Wade called for the vote.
5 Ayes (Benberry, Griffin, Morrison, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays
URCDA New Petitions
Planning Commission Continued Petitions
Planning Commission New Petitions
Before the cases were called, Chairman Wade explained to the attendees how the public hearings would
be conducted. He further explained the purpose of the public hearings was to gather public input.
Case # APP2023-0002 4160 Olivet Church Road
Amendment to a Development Plan
Commissioner Morrison offered:
I move that this Commission adopt a resolution approving the Amendment to a Development Plan for
property located at 4160 Olivet Church Road.
Vice -Chair Schramke seconded.
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Mr. Sommer stated the proposal was for a 10,175 square foot truck maintenance building. Activities
would include oil changes, engine maintenance and tire changes. He stated access would be via a shared
ingress/ egress easement. Ten parking spaces were proposed and staff felt comfortable with that amount
since truck traffic doesn't have as much turn over as other vehicular facilities. Landscaping was described.
The only comment staff had was the adjacent property owner would need to sign off on the site plan if the
curb and gutter remained on the hotel site.
Commissioner Morrison asked if the ten parking spaces included employees. Mr. Sommer stated yes.
Commissioner Morrison asked how many employees. Ms. Morgan Salzman stated there could be nine
employees and a lounge is provided for the truck drivers.
Chairman Wade asked if the parking would be gravel. Ms. Salzman stated it would be paved.
Mr. Curtis Pitt (4105 Olivet Church Road) asked what the hours of operation was. He also asked where
the trailers would be parked. Ms. Salzman stated the trailers would be parked in the rear of the lot. She
stated the proposed hours were 24 hours, but the preferred time frame if needed was 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Mr. Pitt stated the size of the building was not feasible. He further stated the area in question was a
wetland.
Vice -Chair Schramke asked if the hours could be regulated. Mr. Sommer stated it could be. Ms. Salzman
stated the client would be willing to work with the Planning Commission on the hours of operation.
Chairman Wade asked if anything could be done to prevent tractor trailers from utilizing the cul-de-sac.
Mr. Sommer stated the street was dedicated to public use.
Mr. Pitt then stated tractor trailers were already utilizing the cul-de-sac and sleeping on the side of Olivet
Church Road. He also asked if the negation of the hours would be set at the meeting. Vice -Chair
Schramke and Commissioner Griffin stated the hours would be decided.
Commissioner Morrison asked how much truck traffic was anticipated. Ms. Salzman stated she could get
those numbers.
Mrs. Jennifer Pitt (4105 Olivet Church Road) stated the property was a wetland. She further stated he felt
trucks would be going around her house. Ms. Salzman shared the truck turning plan with Mr. and Mrs.
Pitt.
Mr. Pitt stated the surveyor, a Mr. Corley, would be in contact about buying his property because there
wasn't enough property to construct what they were wanting to do.
Ms. Shell Halvorson, the owner of 4770 Olivet Church Road, asked if the side road would be utilized.
Ms. Salzman stated it would not be used.
Ms. Brooks Mariano (4075 Olivet Church Road) stated she felt the noise and lights would be too much
for the children and animals in the neighborhood. She asked Ms. Salzman to show her the traffic
circulation. She then stated she felt there was not enough property for the construction. Ms. Mariano
fiirther stated representatives had been on her property. Ms. Salzman stated it was most likely to check
utilities.
Mr. Pitt asked about trucks waiting to be worked on and on the lot at one time. Ms. Salzman stated there
was enough space for 12 trucks and trailers.
Ms. Brooks asked if 12 trucks were anticipated. Ms. Salzman stated it was not anticipated to have 12 at
one time.
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Discussion was made about the information presented. Mr. Sommer stated the Planning Commission has
the option to table the petition until the next month.
Vice -Chair Schramke made a motion to table the petition until the next meeting.
Commissioner Griffin seconded.
The Planning Commission asked for the hours of operation, if 12 tractor trailers are appropriate for the
lot, for Mr. Corley's testimony to Mr. Pitt to be substantiated and if the ingress/ egress is adequate for
truck movements.
No further questions were asked. Chairman Wade called for the vote to table.
5 Ayes (Benberry, Griffin, Morrison, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays
Case # PLT2023-0001 3315 Pines Road
Preliminary Subdivision Plat
Vice -Chair Schramke offered:
I move that the preliminary subdivision plat for 3315 Pines Road be approved and that the matter be
continued generally, pending submission of a final plat incorporating all requirements made known to the
Petitioner at the conclusion of the hearing.
Commissioner Morrison seconded.
Mr. Sommer stated the proposal was for an approximately 37 lot subdivision to be constructed in two
phases. He stated access would be off a new street called Violet Court. The proposed lots would contain
a two-family structure. Lot B was proposed to be utilized for storm water detention and Lot C is proposed
to be kept as open space. Both areas would be retained by the Petitioner. He then described the
surrounding neighborhoods.
Mr. Mike Gardner stated Phase I consists of 16 lots. He further stated sidewalks would be placed on both
sides of Violet Court. The two-family structures would be single -story with a one car garage. The total
value per structure would be approximately $600,000. Tract C would be landscaped and utilized for
signage. Upon approval, storm water and street plans would be submitted.
Mr. Gardner then explained what happened during the recent storm event. He stated the City Engineer
met with the Petitioner's engineer, Jason Goins, and also with the Petitioners. Mr. Murphy gave both Mr.
Goins and the Petitioners advise and direction on how to reconcile the ill effects of the rainstorm event.
Mr. Gardner then described a screen along the property line. Most likely it would be a wooden fence. He
further described the construction entrance would be off Pines Road. Mr. Gardner then described how
Violet Court would have curbs and gutters. It would be dedicated to the City.
Commissioner Morrison asked specifics on the fence. Mr. Gardner stated it would be intended to be tall
enough to screen the view from River Oaks. Mr. Sommer stated the typical lengths of cul-de-sacs is 650
feet. Mr. Gardner stated a waiver of the length would be requested in Phase II.
Chairman Wade opened the public hearing.
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Mr. Jonathan Perkins (440 West Jefferson Street) stated he was raised in River Oaks Subdivision. He
mentioned several credentials. He expressed concerns about the proposed fence and utility easements.
Mr. Perkins expressed concerns about the clearing and erosion control.
Commissioner Morrison asked if the utility easement had to be defined as to the type of utility. Mr.
Sommer stated it was not defined.
Mr. Chad Gilam (967 River Oaks Blvd) expressed concerns about the drainage ditch and the removal of
the trees.
Ms. Martha Bell (3415 Pines Road) expressed concerns about traffic that turns around in her driveway
when trains are present. She also expressed concerns about the lack of sidewalks.
Ms. Jennifer Smith (1100 River Oaks Blvd) expressed concerns about the removal of wildlife. She also
expressed concerns about the trains and clear cutting.
City Engineer Rick Murphy stated the development was not conducted in sequence. However, the goal
at this time was to bring the development into compliance. Mr. Murphy described the Federal laws in
place that affects the property. He further explained that his office assists the developer to exercise care
with the adjacent property owners. Mr. Murphy stated that the erosion control measures needed to be
addressed immediately and relayed that message to the developers.
Commissioner Benberry asked about the railroad turn -around. Mr. Murphy stated traffic would be able
to utilized Rucker Avenue when a train is present and will hopefully alleviate some of Ms. Bell's traffic
concerns. Commissioner Morrison asked if there were any repercussions. Mr. Murphy stated he wasn't
sure what the interaction was between the owner and their professional representatives during the clearing.
Mr. Chad Gilam asked if the remaining trees on the property line would be taken down. Chairman Wade
stated the Commission didn't have that information. Mr. Gilam asked specifies on the drainage of the
detention pond. Mr. Goins stated it would be a dry detention pond most of the time and described how
the pond would drain. Commissioner Benberry asked about the remaining trees. Mr. Goins stated they
would most likely be considered at the time of construction. Chairman Wade asked if there would be
perpetual maintenance of the fence. Mr. Gardner stated the developers would retain the fence at this time
and also the utilities would be underground.
Mr. Zach Jenkins (934 Lorine Lane) expressed concerns about cars parked along the road and traffic. He
asked for the petition to be tabled.
Mr. Jerry Amsen (owns three houses in River Oaks) stated he had environmental concerns and storm
water runoff. He then asked if it will be rentals and who would construct the properties. Mr. Gardner
stated it would be rental units constructed by the Petitioner.
Vice -Chair Schramke asked Mr. Sommer to clarify what the Planning Commission's role is. Mr. Sommer
stated the Planning Commission's role was to make sure that the development standards for the R-3 Zone
was upheld. Also to make sure the developmental appurtenances were included on the final plat. He
further described how environmental protections were being made in the zoning ordinance.
Discussion was made about the approval process between preliminary and final plats.
Morgan Hatfield (963 River Oaks Blvd) asked where the property lines were.
Chairman Wade closed the public hearing.
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Chairman Wade asked about a fence maintenance provision. Mr. Sommer stated a note for the maintence
could be included on the final plat.
Discussion was made about the gathering of more information.
Further discussion was made about the trees on the property line. Mr. Goins stated some of the neighbor's
trees and fences was actually on the Petitioner's property. Chairman Wade asked if the property corners
have been marked. Mr. Goins stated he can put intermediate stakes on the property lines.
Mr. Goins asked if a fence was required. Mr. Sommer stated it was not a requirement.
Chairman Wade made a motion to include in the approval a perpetual maintenance agreement. Vice -
Chair Schramke seconded.
Chairman Wade called for the vote on the amendment.
5 Ayes (Benberry, Griffin, Morrison, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays
No further questions were asked. Chairman Wade called for the vote on the final motion.
5 Ayes (Benberry, Griffin, Morrison, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays
Case # VAC2023-0002 Monroe Street between 200 & 306
North 2,d Street
ROW closure.
Commissioner Benberry offered:
I move that this Commission adopt a resolution forwarding a positive recommendation to the Board of
Commissioners to vacate and close 4,356 square feet of Monroe Street between 200 & 306 North 2nd
Street.
Vice -Chair Schramke seconded.
Mr. Sommer stated a portion of Monroe Street was closed in 1940. This petition was to close the reminder
of the street. The total area is 4,356 square feet and this ROW makes up part of the parking field for the
Farmer's Market area.
Commissioner Morrison asked if the area would remain parking. Mr. Sommer stated it would be part of
the circulation on the site.
No further questions were asked. Chairman Wade called for the vote.
5 Ayes (Benberry, Griffin, Morrison, Schramke, Wade), 0 Nays
Other Business
Adjournment
Chairman Wade adjourned the meeting at 7:45 PM.
Respectfully submitted by Joshua P. Sommer, AICP