HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-16-2026January 16, 2026
At a Special Called Meeting of the Paducah Board of Commissioners held on Friday, January 16, 2026,
at 12:00 p.m. in the Training Room of City Hall located at 300 South 5th Street, Mayor George Bray
presided. Upon call of the roll by City Cleric, Lindsay Parish, the following answered to their names:
Commissioners Henderson, Smith, Thomas, Wilson, and Mayor Bray (5).
The Board of Commissioners received a presentation on the 2025-2026 Commission Priorities, with
discussion centered on current status, upcoming initiatives, and implementation expectations across all
priority areas. Major focus areas included Downtown and Economic Development, Southside
Revitalization, Support for Human and Social Services, Quality Housing, City Facilities, Staffing,
Revenue Equity, Quality of Life, and Continuous Improvement.
Commissioners emphasized the importance of improved communication and reporting, particularly
related to Main Street activities, downtown events, and development projects. Direction was given to
establish a consistent framework for providing Main Street updates to the Board. The Commission also
discussed coordinating high-level meetings with riverboat cruise operators to address preferred docking
agreements, overall relationships, and cruise operations within the city. Prior to substantial completion
of the BUILD Grant project, a final determination is needed regarding the treatment and design of the
concrete monoliths.
Southside Revitalization efforts will move from planning to execution, with expanded outreach to
residents, churches, and faith leaders. The Commission discussed legal and programmatic options to
assist property owners and heirs in avoiding loss of homes due to tax delinquency. In support of human
and social services, the Board requested a future presentation and discussion on the Grant -in -Aid
program to provide policy direction prior to the next funding cycle.
Additional discussion addressed refining the rental property occupancy ordinance with an emphasis on
landlord identification and accountability; evaluating long-term needs for City facilities; advancing
housing development opportunities, including targeted redevelopment areas and potential subdivision
development; and addressing staffing needs, such as onboarding an Assistant Planning Director and
evaluating options for technology security support.
Quality of Life priorities included public transportation access and driver recruitment, monitoring
childcare -related activity at the state legislative level and evaluating the potential for targeted outreach,
sidewalks as a standalone focus area, and evaluation of the Tree Voucher Program.
Continuous Improvement initiatives discussed included expanded mental health awareness efforts,
stormwater project planning tied to potential federal funding opportunities, and continued progress on
the Greenway Trail Southside Extension.
The meeting reaffirmed alignment around Commission priorities and identified several follow-up items
for staff to return to the Board for further discussion and action.
ADJOURN
Commissioner Wilson offered a motion, seconded by Commissioner Henderson, that the meeting
be adjourned.
Adopted on call of the roll yeas, Commissioners Henderson, Smith, Thomas, Wilson, and Mayor Bray
(5).
TIME ADJOURNED: 3:02 p.m.
ADOPTED: February 10, 2026
GEORGE BRAY, OR
ATTEST:
mdsay Parish, Ci y Clerk