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Home My WebLink About11-12-13NOVEMBER 12, 2013 At a Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners, held on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at 5:30 p.m., in the Commission Chambers of City Hall located at 300 South 5th Street, Mayor Kaler presided, and upon call of the roll by the City Clerk, the following answered to their names: Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor Kaler (5). INVOCATION Reverend Richard Paxton, Deacon at Grace Episcopal Church, gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Teri Doss, Paducah Tilghman High School student council member, led the pledge. PROCLAMATION Mayor Kaler read a proclamation proclaiming November 12, 2013, as "Downtown & LowerTown Business Appreciation Day ". The Mayor and Commissioners took turns reading the names of over 81 businesses in the downtown and lowertown area which have been in business for over 30+ years. A few of the businesses had been in business for over 100 years. PRESENTATION BARKLEY REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY Richard Roof, Barkley Regional Airport Manager, distributed a copy of the 2012-2013 Financial Statements to the Mayor and Commissioners. He reported that airport ridership for international growth has increased about 10%. Over the last year the airport has invested $3,000,000 for ongoing projects such as a new roof for the airport terminal, enhanced security fencing around the perimeter of the airport and an updated airport layout plan which will be GIS information based. Next year proposed projects are renovation of the airport fire station and upgrading the 800 MHz system. MINUTES Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the reading of the Minutes for the November 5, 2013 City Commission meetings be waived and that the Minutes of said meetings prepared by the City Clerk be approved as written. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor Kaler (5). MOTIONS R & F DOCUMENTS Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the following documents be received and filed: DOCUMENTS 1. Transit Authority of the City of Paducah Financial Statements with Independent Auditor's Report for the Year Ended June 30, 2013 2. Purchase District Health Department Report on Audit of Financial Statements and Supplemental Schedules for year ended June 30, 2013 Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor Kaler (5). APPOINTMENTS & REAPPOINTMENTS TREE ADVISORY BOARD Mayor Kaler made the following appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby appoint Cynthia B. Jones as a member of the Tree Advisory Board to replace Robert Dwyer who has resigned. This term will expire July 26, 2017." Commissioner Rhodes offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, that the Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Kaler in appointing Cynthia B. Jones as a member of the Tree Advisory Board. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor Kaler (5). NOVEMBER 12, 2013 PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION Mayor Kaler made the following reappointments: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby reappoint Joseph Benberry and David Morrison, as members of the Paducah Planning Commission. The terms for Mr. Benberry and Mr. Morrison will expire August 31, 2017." Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Rhodes, that the Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Kaler in reappointing Joseph Benberry and David Morrison as members of the Paducah Planning Commission. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor Kaler (5). BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Mayor Kaler made the following reappointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby reappoint Johanna Rhodes as a member of the Board of Adjustment. This term will expire August 31, 2017." Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Kaler in reappointing Johanna Rhodes as a member of the Board of Adjustment. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor Kaler (5). PADUCAH-MCCRACKEN COUNTY RIVERPORT AUTHORITY Mayor Kaler made the following appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby appoint Greg Menke, to replace Bob Day whose term has expired, to the Paducah -McCracken County Riverport Authority. Mr. Menke's term will expire September 26, 2017." Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Kaler in appointing Greg Menke to the Paducah -McCracken County Riverport Authority. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor Kaler (5). MUNICIPAL ORDER PERSONNEL CHANGES Commissioner Rhodes offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, 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. (MUNICIPAL ORDER BOOK) Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor Kaler (5). BRIDGE SAFE LOAD CAPACITY POSTING CERTIFICATION TO KYTC Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Rhodes, that a Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE WITH NATIONAL BRIDGE INSPECTION STANDARDS/BRIDGE POSTING REQUIREMENTS FOR PADUCAH, KENTUCKY CERTIFYING y. BRIDGES WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF PADUCAH ARE POSTED WITH SAFE LOAD CAPACITIES," be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor Kaler (5). M.O.#1746; BK 9 ORDINANCES — INTRODUCTION KY HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT AWARD FOR PORTABLE RADIOS Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH ACCEPTING A 2013 KENTUCKY OFFICE OF HOMELAND NOVEMBER 12, 2013 SECURITY GRANT AWARD FOR THE PADUCAH POLICE DEPARTMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO WITH THE KENTUCKY OFFICE OF HOMELAND SECURITY." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah hereby accepts grant funds in the amount of $32,000 through the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security for a 2013 reimbursable grant award to purchase up to ten (10) hand-held radios to be used by the Paducah Police Department. This award does not require a local cash match or in-kind contribution. Further, the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute a Grant Agreement and all documents relating thereto with the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security. AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE: SECTION 126-71 OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING AREAS Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 126-71, OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING AREAS, OF CHAPTER 126, ZONING OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY". This ordinance is summarized as follows: This ordinance is amending Section 126-71, Off -Street Parking and Loading Areas, of Chapter 126, Zoning of the Code of Ordinances of the City to clarify parking requirements for hotels, motels and quick -style restaurants. Federal ADA guidelines relating to handicapped parking are also addressed. SECTION 126-76, ZONING REGULATIONS Commissioner Rhodes offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 126-76, SIGN REGULATIONS, OF CHAPTER 126, ZONING, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That Section 126- 76(d), Regulations for Temporary Signs is amended to strike out references to ordinances that no longer exist. Section 126-76(g), Signs authorized for R-1, R-2, R-3, NSZ, and R-4 Zones, is amended to allow places of worship to have electronic message signs, provided certain conditions are met. SECTION 126-106, CONVENIENCE AND SERVICE ZONE Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Rhodes, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 106, "CONVENIENCE AND SERVICE ZONE, B-1" OF CHAPTER 126, ZONING, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That Section 106, "Convenience and Service Zone, B-1, of Chapter 126, Zoning, of the Code of Ordinances removes variety stores, and shoe stores, as principally permitted uses and removes service stations as a conditionally permitted use. It adds automobile rental, sales or service establishments as a conditional use. CITY MANAGER REPORT • Police Officer Austin Guill has been transferred from Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Indiana to Lourdes Hospital to begin recuperating. Officer Guill was involved in a vehicle accident while on duty. • The City will soon be entering into labor negotiations with all three city unions. • The Neighborhood Revitalization Committee, one of the three committees created from the Community Survey, has completed its recommendation. The other two committees will soon complete their recommendations. All three committees will then bring their recommendations to the Board for discussion. • City Manager Pederson has discussed with City Engineer Rick Murphy about having a ribbon cutting event for the boat launch project. They are hoping to have the event on November 22"d • The City Manager asked for a motion for executive session to discuss proposed or pending litigation and economic development. MAYOR & COMMISSIONER COMMENTS NOVEMBER 12, 2013 • Commissioner Abraham announced the passing of Harold Alston. Mr. Alston was a longtime resident of the City of Paducah. He was a pioneer of this community. • Mayor Kaler spoke about the success of the Veteran's Day parade. Other events included the re -dedication of the Dolly McNutt Plaza, the reading of essays by children of what veterans mean to them, and the Courthouse ceremony for veterans. The day ended with a patriotic concert being given by the Community Concert Band and the Paducah Middle School band. • Today was the 0 meeting of the Anti -bullying Task Force. They have decided to create sub -committees to work on various projects. • Commissioner Wilson mentioned there will be 45 people from Commerce Lexington coming to Paducah on Thursday and Friday to find out what makes Paducah such a unique place. PUBLIC COMMENTS None were given. EXECUTIVE SESSION Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the Board go into closed session for discussion of matters pertaining to the following topics: • Proposed or pending litigation, as permitted by KRS 61.810(1)(c). • 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, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor Kaler (5). Upon motion the meeting adjourned. ADOPTED: November 26, 2013 01 eI7 c City Clerk