HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/12/09MAY 12, 2009
At a Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners, held on Tuesday, May 12,
2009, at 5:30 p.m., Mayor Paxton presided, and upon call of the roll by the City
Clerk, the following answered to their names: Commissioners Gault, Kaler,
Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). Commissioner Abraham was absent (1).
PRESENTATION
DUKE & DUCHESS
Mayor Paxton presented a Duke of Paducah to Tom Shadoan and a Duchess of
Paducah to Ashley Shadoan. Mr. and Mrs. Shadoan held an event for juvenile
diabetes at Noble Park and raised $90,000.
SPOTLIGHT
Pam Spencer, Public Information Officer, spotlight was "Pat Lauria-On the Way
to Becoming a Better Police Officer". Mr. Lauria was a former police officer
from Ohio that came to Paducah for therapy at the Center for Comprehensive
Services due to a brain injury suffered from a car accident. The Paducah Police
Department has assisted Mr. Lauria in trying to regain some of his skills.
PADUCAH RENAISSANCE ALLIANCE
Paducah Renaissance Alliance staff member Jessica Perkins reminded everyone
of the events for the Memorial Day weekend. On May 22, 2009, there will be a
Bubble Q Event, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the corner of 7th and Madison. Lowertown
Art and Music Festival will be held on May 23rd -10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and
May 24th, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the Lowertown Arts District.
MINUTES
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
reading of the Minutes for April 28, 2009, be waived and that the minutes of said
meeting prepared by the City Clerk be approved as written.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4).
MOTIONS
R & F DOCUMENTS
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the following documents and bids be received and filed:
DOCUMENTS
1. Contracts/Agreements:
a)
Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between City of Paducah and
County of McCracken for the Julian Carroll Convention Center
Rehabilitation Project (2008-12-7497)
b)
City Wide Recycling for Removal, Reduction & Disposal of
FEMA Eligible Debris Resulting from the 2009 Ice Storm from the
City of Paducah's Floodwall (2009-4-7532)
C)
D & J Enterprises, Inc. for Reduction and Final Disposal of FEMA
Eligible Debris Resulting from the 2009 Ice Storm Collected for
the City of Paducah at the Ohio Valley Gravel and Sand Property
(2009-4-7531)
d)
Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Amendments Incorporated
for E-911 Services between the City of Paducah and County of
McCracken (2009-1-7515)
e)
Logos Imaging LLC for Purchase of a Logos Imaging X -Ray
System to be used by the City of Paducah's Bomb Squad (2009-3-
7527)
f)
James O. Berry Employment Agreement as the Paducah Public
Police Chief (2009-4-7528)
g)
Roscor Corporation Ohio for the Purchase of a Remote Control
Camera Package for the City Hall Commission Chambers (2009-4-
7529)
Deeds:
a)
Transfer 1623 Broad Street to Dan & Della Reagan (M.O. 1404)
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2. James W. Zumwalt 2008 Federal Income Tax Return
3. Paducah Water Financial Highlights for March, 2009
BIDS
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
1. Williams, Williams & Lentz, LLP
2. Baldwin & Associates, PLLC
3. Kemper CPA Group, LLP
PADUCAH POLICE DEPARTMENT
BOMB SUITS (SOLE SOURCE)
1. Allen Vanguard Technologies, Inc.
PADUCAH POLICE DEPARTMENT
BOMB TRAILER
1. KY Lake Trailer Sales
2. Atlanta Custom Coach
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4).
APPOINTMENTS
TREE ADVISORY BOARD
Mayor Paxton made the following appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the
approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby appoint Kathy Keeney as a
member of the Tree Advisory Board. This term will expire July 26, 2013."
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that
the Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Paxton in appointing
Kathy Keeney as a member of the Tree Advisory Board.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4).
HISTORICAL AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION
Mayor Paxton made the following reappointments: "WHEREAS, subject to the
approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby reappoint Heather Coltharp and
Fred Vowell as members of the Historical and Architectural Review Commission.
These terms will expire June 4, 2012."
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Paxton in reappointing
Heather Coltharp and Fred Vowell as members of the Historical and Architectural
Review Commission.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4).
MUNICIPAL ORDERS
PERSONNEL CHANGES
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
upon the recommendation of the City Manager, the Board of Commissioners of
the City of Paducah order that the personnel changes on the following list be
approved.
(SEE MUNICIPAL ORDER BOOK)
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4).
AMEND PAY RANGE TABLE 3
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AMENDING TABLE 3
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PAY RANGES FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH,
KENTUCKY TO CHANGE THE NAME OF THE INFORMATION SYSTEM
DIRECTOR POSITION AND TO DELETE 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK PAY
RANGE FOR SPECIFIC JOB TITLES," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4). M.O.#1453; BK 7; PG
2009/2010 HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM GRANT
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A GRANT APPLICATION WITH
THE KENTUCKY STATE POLICE FOR A GOVERNOR'S 2009/2010
HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM GRANT," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4). M.O.#1454; BK 7; PG
2009 PADUCAH BOMB SQUAD HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT
APPLICATION
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE A GRANT APPLICATION AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY THROUGH THE KENTUCKY OFFICE OF HOMELAND
SECURITY FOR FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $450,000, FOR THE
PADUCAH BOMB SQUAD CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT PROJECT," be
adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4). M.O.#1455; BK 7; PG
2009 POLICE DEPARTMENT HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT
APPLICATION
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE A GRANT APPLICATION AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY THROUGH THE KENTUCKY OFFICE OF HOMELAND
SECURITY FOR FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $29,000, FOR THE
PADUCAH POLICE DEPARTMENT'S MOBILE RADIO IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4). M.O.#1456; BK 7; PG
2009 FIRE DEPARTMENT HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT
APPLICATION
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE A GRANT APPLICATION AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY THROUGH THE KENTUCKY OFFICE OF HOMELAND
SECURITY FOR FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,000 FOR THE
PADUCAH FIRE DEPARTMENT'S MOBILE DATA COMPUTER
EXPANSION PROJECT," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4). M.O.#1457; BK 7; PG
2009 ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANT APPLICATION
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE A GRANT APPLICATION AND ALL DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY, FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY, FOR
MATCHING GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000 FOR THE PADUCAH
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FIRE DEPARTMENT'S FIREFIGHTER OPERATIONS AND SAFETY
PROJECT," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4). M.O.#1458; BK 7; PG
ORDINANCES — ADOPTION
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO.1 FOR FENCING FOR BROOKS
STADIUM
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that
the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE CHANGE
ORDER NO. 1 WITH MORRIS FENCING, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF
FENCING FOR BROOKS STADIUM." This ordinance is summarized as
follows: The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute Change Order
No. 1 for an increase in the amount of $237.54 for the purchase of heavy-duty
latches for the entry fencing for Brooks Stadium, increasing the total contract
price to $20,638.54.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4). ORD.#2009-5-7544; BK 32; PG
APPROVE CLOSING OF A PORTION OF AN UNIMPROVED ALLEY
LOCATED NORTH OF GOODMAN DRIVE AND EAST OF 632 LONE
OAK ROAD
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
PROVIDING FOR THE CLOSING OF A PORTION OF A 16' UNIMPROVED
ALLEY LOCATED NORTH OF GOODMAN DRIVE AND EAST OF 632
LONE OAK ROAD." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of
Paducah does hereby authorize the closing of a portion of a 16'unimproved alley
located North of Goodman Drive and East of 632 Lone Oak Road, and further,
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.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4). ORD.#2009-5-7545; BK 32; PG
ACCEPT 2009 PORT SECURITY AWARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $24,822
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE ALL
DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO WITH THE FEDERAL
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FOR A 2009 PORT SECURITY
GRANT." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The Mayor is hereby
authorized and directed to execute a Grant Agreement and all documents relating
thereto with the Federal Department of Homeland Security to obtain a 2009 Port
Security Grant in the amount of $24,822.00 to begin the first phase of the fiber
optic video security project for the downtown riverfront area.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4). ORD.#2009-5-7546; BK 32; PG
ENDORSE PPS CONDEMNATIONS FOR GAS LINE
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that
the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
DEEMING IT NECESSARY TO CONDEMN AND ACQUIRE FOR PUBLIC
PURPOSES CERTAIN PROPERTY INTERESTS IN REAL ESTATE
LOCATED IN THE KENTUCKY COUNTIES OF McCRACKEN AND
MARSHALL IN CONNECTION WITH PADUCAH POWER SYSTEM'S
ELECTRIC PEAKING PLANT POWER GENERATION PROJECT AND
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS FOR
THE ACQUISITION OF SUCH EASEMENT INTERESTS." This ordinance is
summarized as follows: The City of Paducah, Kentucky, authorizes the
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institution of condemnation proceedings against all persons and entities having an
interest in certain real property located in the counties of McCracken and
Marshall in the name of the Electric Plant Board of the City of Paducah,
Kentucky pursuant to the Kentucky Revised Statutes in the furtherance of the
public purpose of the Electric Plant Board of the City of Paducah, Kentucky to
provide reliable and low-cost electric power and energy to its customers. The
acquisition of certain property interests is necessary in connection with Paducah
Power System's Electric Peaking Plant Power Generation Project. Said
Ordinance further appoints the law firm of McMurry & Livingston, PLLC, as
special counsel to institute these condemnation proceedings and represent the
interests of the City of Paducah.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Gault, Kaler, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (4). ORD.#2009-5-7547; BK 32; PG
ORDINANCES — INTRODUCTION
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER EVALUATION OF CITY HALL
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE REVIEW OF THE
STRUCTURAL DISTRESS IN THE CITY HALL ROOF, TO INVESTIGATE
THE OPTIONS FOR SEISMIC RETROFIT OF THE SAME, AND TO
AUTHORIZE THE CHIEF BUILDING INSPECTOR TO EXPEND FUNDS IN
AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THE CITY HALL STRUCTURE STUDY
PROJECT BUDGET". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the
Mayor is hereby authorized to execute an agreement between the City of Paducah
and Apex Engineering for professional engineering services for the city hall
structural evaluation and that the City hereby authorizes the Chief Building
Inspector to expend funds in an amount not to exceed the City Hall Structure
Study Project budget.
ORDINANCE ALLOWING ARTIST AT GAZEBO IN DOWNTOWN &
TEXACO STATION
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, AUTHORIZING THE
CREATION OF ARTIST SETUP AREA IN SPECIFIC PARKS AND
PROPERTIES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH". This ordinance is summarized
as follows: The City hereby establishes a permitting procedure for artists to
display and sell original works of art at the 2nd Street Gazebo in downtown and
the Texaco Station park area in Lowertown. Furthermore, the ordinance
establishes a fee schedule, an oversight artist committee, and minimum
regulations for permit holders who display and sell good at specified public
spaces.
Note: Clyde Lawler, artist, expressed concern for the protection of the gazebo and
the memorial bricks. He had several questions regarding liability insurance, (Who is
responsible?), selection of the oversight committee, will concessions be allowed, etc.
Randall Dawson, Paducah Ambassador, would like to be able to be at the gazebo to
provide information about Paducah to spectators. Commissioners agreed it would be
a good idea.
APPROVE CONTRACT MODIFICATION TO THE AGREEMENT WITH
JJR FOR THE OHIO RIVER BOAT LAUNCH PROJECT
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
APPROVING CONTRACT MODIFICATION NO. 3 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH
JJR, LLC. FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE OHIO
RIVER BOAT LAUNCH PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of
Paducah hereby approves Contract Modification No. 3 to the Agreement with
JJR, LLC. to include Task 4 and Task 5 for the Ohio River Boat Launch project in
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the amount of $60,000.00, therefore, increasing the total contract amount to
$290,075.00.
CONTRACT MODIFICATION TO THE AGREEMENT WITH JJR FOR
THE TRANSIENT BOAT LANDING DOCK, RIVERFRONT
DEVELOPMENT PHASE I PROJECT
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
CONTRACT MODIFICATION NO. 2 WITH JJR, LLC FOR PROFESSIONAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE TRANSIENT BOAT LANDING
DOCK, RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PHASE I PROJECT". This ordinance
is summarized as follows: That the Mayor of the City of Paducah is hereby
authorized and directed to execute Contract Modification No. 2 with JJR, LLC in
an amount not to exceed $214,900 for the required Environmental BA and BO
and the design for the floating Marina Service Building and dock utilities for the
Transient Boat Landing Dock, Riverfront Development Phase I Project,
increasing the total contract amount to $794,700.
ACCEPT AUDIT PROPOSAL FROM WILLIAMS, WILLIAMS & LENTZ,
LLP
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL OF WILLIAMS, WILLIAMS, & LENTZ, LLP
FOR COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR FISCAL
YEARS ENDING JUNE 30, 2009, 2010, 2011, AND 2012, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS
RELATING TO SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the
City of Paducah accepts the proposal of Williams, Williams, & Lentz, LLP for
Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports for Fiscal Years ending June 30, 2009,
2010, 2011, and 2012 for a total sum not to exceed $199,000.00, and authorizing
the Mayor to execute all documents relating to same.
AMEND HUMANA PLAN MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO PLAN
MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PADUCAH AND
HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY AND HUMANADENTAL INSURANCE
COMPANY." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Mayor is
hereby authorized to execute an amendment, as attached, to the Plan Management
Agreement approved and adopted by Ordinance No. 2007-11-7359 between the
City of Paducah and Humana Insurance Company and HumanaDental Insurance
Company for services as the City's Third Party Administrator for health insurance
administration effective for the Plan year beginning January 1, 2009.
PURCHASE BOMB SUITS FOR POLICE DEPT.
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO PAY FOR THE SOLE
SOURCE PURCHASE OF BOMB SUITS FOR THE PADUCAH BOMB
SQUAD AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE ALL
DOCUMENTS RELATING TO SAME." This ordinance is summarized as
follows: That the City of Paducah hereby authorizes the Finance Director to
make payment to Allen Vanguard Technologies, Inc. in the amount of $69,319.00
for purchase of three EOD9 bomb suits for the Paducah Bomb Squad and
authorizes the Mayor to execute all documents relating to same.
PURCHASE BOMB SQUAD TRAILER
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
ACCEPTING A BID FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF ONE TRAILER FOR USE
BY THE PADUCAH POLICE DEPARTMENT'S BOMB SQUAD, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME."
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This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah accepts the
bid of Kentucky Lake Trailer Sales in the amount of $59,142.46, for sale to the
City of one trailer for use by the Paducah Police Department's Bomb Squad, and
authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract for same.
AMEND CH. 98-6, SALE OF MERCHANDISE OR SERVING OF FOOD
AND BEVERAGES ON SIDEWALK
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING SECTION 98-6 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF PADUCAH." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The City
Commission has enacted a series of ordinances that permits and regulates the sale
of food and beverages on city sidewalks through use of a sidewalk cafe. Since
these ordinances are intended to preempt all other ordinances that regulate the sale
of food and beverages on city sidewalks, it is necessary to delete the sale of food
and beverage provisions from the regulations provided under Section 98-6.
ALLOW DOWNTOWN RESTAURANTS TO SERVE ALCOHOL AT
SIDEWALK CAFES
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
CREATING A PERMIT PROCEDURE FOR THE OPERATION OF A
SIDEWALK CAFE, AND ESTABLISHING VARIOUS REGULATIONS THAT
GOVERN THE OPERATION OF SIDEWALK CAFES TO ENSURE THE
PUBLIC'S CONTINUED USE OF THE CITY'S SIDEWALK RIGHT-OF-
WAYS". This ordinance is summarized as follows: The ordinance allows
restaurant operators to receive a permit to operate a sidewalk cafe on public
sidewalks that are contiguous to their restaurant facility. It establishes a permit
procedure, various regulations that govern the operation of the sidewalk cafes, the
hours of operation, a Downtown Sidewalk caf6 zone and sets the fee of $100
annually for the permit. Further, the operation of a sidewalk cafe shall be limited
to the sale and service of food and beverages including alcoholic beverages.
ACCEPT 2009 KLC INSURANCE SERVICES SAFETY GRANT AWARD
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler,
that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATING
THERETO WITH THE KENTUCKY LEAGUE OF CITIES FOR A 2009
MATCHING SAFETY GRANT." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The
Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute a Grant Agreement and all
documents relating thereto with the Kentucky League of Cities, in the amount of
$2,984.00 for safety training and equipment for the Risk Management
Department. This program requires local matching funds of $2,984 that will be
provided from the Risk Management existing budget.
ACCEPT PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS, EASEMENTS, AND RIGHT OF
WAY PURSUANT TO SUBDIVISION APPROVAL PREVIOUSLY
GRANTED BY THE PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION FOR MIKE
SMITH TOYOTA (MOVING FORWARD BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT)
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
APPROVING THE FINAL REPORT OF THE PADUCAH PLANNING
COMMISSION RESPECTING THE PROPOSED SUBDIVISION OF
MICHAEL SMITH PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3201 COLEMAN ROAD AND
ACCEPTING ALL PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS, EASEMENTS AND RIGHT
OF WAY." This ordinance is summarized as follows: Approve final report of the
Paducah Planning Commission respecting the proposed subdivision of Michael
Smith property located at 3201 Coleman Road, and accepting the dedication of
right of way and easements. In addition, the City of Paducah hereby authorizes
the Mayor to subscribe a certificate of approval on the plat.
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ESTABLISH CHARTER COUNTY GOVERNMENT STUDY
COMMITTEE
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
BY THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KY, ADOPTED WITH THE INTENT TO
COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF KRS 67.825, ET SEQ., AND IN
CONJUNCTION WITH THE PROCESS PREVIOUSLY INITIATED BY THE
MCCRACKEN FISCAL COURT, FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A JOINT
CONSOLIDATION STUDY COMMISSION TO STUDY THE FEASIBILITY
OF MERGING THE UNITS OF THE CITY AND COUNTY GOVERNMENTS
INTO A CHARTER COUNTY FORM OF GOVERNMENT." This ordinance is
summarized as follows: The City of Paducah, Kentucky, in conjunction with the
McCracken Fiscal Court, establishes a Joint Consolidation Study Commission to
study the question of the adoption of a charter county form of government. The
establishment of a Joint Consolidation Study Commission, in conjunction with the
McCracken Fiscal Court, to study the question of adopting a charter county form
of government is mandated by the provisions of KRS 67.825, et seq. and is
necessary to study the feasibility of adopting a charter county form of government
prior to consideration of this issue by the residents of Paducah and McCracken
County.
AUTHORIZE MAYOR TO EXECUTE DIRECTOR EMPLOYMENT
AGREEMENTS
CITY ENGINEER/PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN EMPLOYMENT
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PADUCAH AND RICHARD B.
MURPHY". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Mayor is hereby
authorized to execute an Employment Agreement between the City of Paducah
and Richard B. Murphy for employment as City Engineer and Public Works
Director of the City of Paducah.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that
the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN EMPLOYMENT
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PADUCAH AND GREGORY E.
MUELLER". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Mayor is
hereby authorized to execute an Employment Agreement between the City of
Paducah and Gregory E. Mueller for employment as Information Technology
Director of the City of Paducah.
FINANCE DIRECTOR
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN EMPLOYMENT
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PADUCAH AND JONATHAN W.
PERKINS". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Mayor is hereby
authorized to execute an Employment Agreement between the City of Paducah
and Jonathan W. Perkins for employment as Finance Director of the City of
Paducah.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
❖ Calendar Items
❖ Next Tuesday:
➢ The City Manager and Finance Director will present a draft of the
General Fund budget to the Commission.
➢ Cal Ross, Director of Paducah Housing Authority, will be here to
discuss a property swap
➢ 2nd Reading of the Sidewalk Caf6 ordinance
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mary Edwards expressed her opposition to the sidewalk caf6 ordinance that will
allow the sale of alcoholic beverages.
Upon motion the meeting adjourned.
ADOPTED: May 26 , 2009
City Clerk