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APRIL 28,1998
At a Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners, held in the Commission Chambers at
City Hall at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 28, 1998, Mayor Jones presided, and upon call of the
roll by the City Clerk, the following answered to their names: Commissioners Coleman,
Grumley, Renfro, Smith and Mayor Jones (5).
MINUTES
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the
reading of the minutes for April 14, 15, 16, 20 and 21, 1998, be waived and that the minutes
T of said meetings prepared by the City Clerk be approved as written. Adopted on call of the
roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Renfro Smith and Mayor Jones (5).
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the
Board go into closed session for discussion of matters pertaining to the following topics:
1. Proposed or pending litigation, as permitted by KRS 61.810(1)(c)
2. Issues which might lead to the appointment, dismissal or disciplining of an employee, as
permitted by KRS 61.810(1)(f)
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Renfro, Smith and
Mayor Jones (5).
At the conclusion of the executive session the Board reconvened in open session whereupon
the Mayor called the meeting back to order.
APPOINTMENTS
PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION
Mayor Jones made the following appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the
Board of Commissioners, I hereby appoint James C. Moore as a member of the Paducah
Planning Commission to fill the term of Donald Menefee, which term will expire August 31,
2001".
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the
Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Jones in appointing James C. Moore
as a member of the Paducah Planning Commission. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas,
Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Renfro, Smith and Mayor Jones (5).
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Mayor Jones made the following appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the
Board of Commissioners I hereby appoint Peyton B. Cromwell to the Board of Civil Service
Commissioners to fill the unexpired term of Robert Martin, who is deceased. This term will
expire December 9, 2000".
Commissioner Grumley offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Jones in appointing Peyton B.
Cromwell to the Board of Civil Service Commissioners. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas,
Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Renfro, Smith and Mayor Jones (5).
ELECTRIC PLANT BOARD
Mayor Jones made the following appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the
Board of Commissioners, I hereby appoint Herbert Martin as a member of the Electric Plant
Board to fill the unexpired term of Kinkle Anderson, who is deceased. This term will expire
February 6, 1999".
Commissioner Renfro offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of
Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Jones in appointing Herbert Martin as a
member of the Electric Plant Board. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners
Coleman, Grumley, Renfro and Mayor Jones (5). Commissioner Smith abstained (1).
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Commissioner Renfro left the meeting at this time.
BROOKS STADIUM COMMISSION
ayor Jones made the following appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the
Board of Commissioners, I hereby make the following reappointments to the Brooks
Stadium Commission:
Reappoint Dr. Frank Hideg and Samuel S. Sloan Jr. to terms which will expire December 5,
2001".
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the Board of
Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Jones in reappointing Dr. Frank Hideg and
Samuel S. Sloan Jr. to the Brooks Stadium Commission. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas,
Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor Jones (4).
R & F DOCUMENTS
Commissioner Grumley offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
following documents be received and filed:
1. Certificates of Insurance:
a. Ritz Orleans
b. Lonnie Wiggins Concrete
2. Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit #638 for Phase V of Fairfield Subdivision
3. Contract with Kit -mo Rental & Supply Co. for portable toilet service
4. Quitclaim Deed for Closing a Portion of 26th Street
5. City of Paducah Comments and Recommendations regarding Internal Accountingw
and Administrative Controls, June 30, 1997
R&FBIDS
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the
following bids be received and filed:
ENGINEERING DEPT.
/ For 1999 Dump Trucks
1. Peterson
2. Stringfellow
For Morgan -Cornell Roadway Improvement Project
1. Wahl's Excavating & Underground Inc.
/ 2. Terry Land Development Co.
3. Wilkins Construction Co.
4. H & G Construction Co.
5. API Contractors
FIRE DEPT.
For Fire Hose
1. Bluegrass Fire Equipment Co.
2. Tupelo Fire Equipment Co.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor
Jones (4).
J EMPLOY JAMES ZUMWALT AS CITY MANAGER
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Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that James W.
Zumwalt be employed as City Manager for the City of Paducah contingent upon his passing
a physical examination and pursuant to the terms of an employment agreement. Adopted on
call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor Jones (4).
MUNICIPAL ORDERS
DUI GRANT
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO OBTAIN FUNDING FOR THE DUI
PREVENTION PROGRAM THROUGH THE KENTUCKY JUSTICE CABINET IN THE
AMOUNT OF $38,850", be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners
Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor Jones (4). MO #778, BOOK 3, P.M -L.
P.D. HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM GRANT
Commissioner Grumley offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO OBTAIN A PADUCAH POLICY
HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM GRANT THROUGH THE KENTUCKY STATE
POLICE IN THE AMOUNT OF $71,744.64", be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll,
yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor Jones (4). MO.#779, BOOK 3,
P. '11
ORDINANCE - EMERGENCY
MORGAN-CORNELL ROADWAY PROJECT
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the Board of
Commissioners introduce and adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BID
OF WAHL' S EXCAVATING & UNDERGROUND INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF
$1,302,661.50 FOR THE MORGAN-CORNELL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR
SAME". This ordinance is summarized as follows: Accepting the bid of Wahl's Excavating
& Underground Inc. in the amount of $1,302,661.50 for the Morgan -Cornell Roadway
Improvement Project, and authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract for same. ORD.NO.
98-4-5853, BOOK 27, P. -5/:Z,.
ORDINANCES - ADOPTION
PURCHASE REFUSE TRUCK
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BID
OF STRINGFELLOW INC. TO PURCHASE ONE 1998 FRONT LOADING REFUSE
BODY AND CHASSIS FOR USE BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ✓
WORKS/SOLID WASTE DIVISION, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME". This ordinance is summarized as follows:
Accepting the bid of Stringfellow Inc. in the amount of $149,593 for the purchase of one
1998 front loading refuse body and chassis for use by the solid waste department, and
authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract for same. Adopted on call of the roll , yeas,
Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor Jones (4). ORD.NO. 98-4-5854,
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PURCHASE 1132 NORTH 10TH STREET
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the
Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A DEED FOR THE PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY /
LOCATED AT 1132 NORTH 10TH STREET BY THE CITY OF PADUCAH FROM
CHARLES CROCKETT, ET UX, FOR THE TOTAL CONSIDERATION OF $8,500.00".
This ordinance is summarized as follows: Authorizing the City to purchase real property
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located at 1132 North 10th Street from Charles Crockett, et ux, for the sum of $8,500.00,
which payment is contingent upon terms and conditions to be approved by the City.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Renfro, Smith and
Mayor Jones (5). ORD.NO. 98-4-5855, BOOK 27, P�
SELL REAR OF 120-122 SOUTH 2ND STREET
Commissioners Grumley offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING
SALE BY THE CITY OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE REAR OF 120-122
SOUTH SECOND STREET IN THE CITY OF PADUCAH, McCRACKEN COUNTY,
/ KENTUCKY, TO THE MARKET HOUSE THEATRE INC., FOR THE SUM OF $1.00,
v AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED
AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO NECESSARY TO CONVEY SAID
PROPERTY". This ordinance is summarized as follows: Approving the sale of real
property located at the rear of 120-122 South Second Street to Market House Theatre Inc.
for the sum of $1.00 and authorizing the Mayor to execute a special warranty deed and all
documents relating to sale of said property. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas,
Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor Jones (4). ORD.NO. 98-4-5856,
BOOK 27, Z-S�
AMEND SALARY SCHEDULE FOR PARKS DEPT.
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING A SALARY
SCHEDULE FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY". This
ordinance is summarized as follows: Creating the position of recreation specialist in the
Parks Department. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley,
Smith and Mayor Jones (4). ORD.NO. 98-4-5857, BOOK 27, P. -5-1(o
AMEND NONCIVIL SERVICE ORDINANCE
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SALARIES
OF NONCIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY'.
This ordinance is summarized as follows: Amending the salary of secretary in the Parks
JDepartment to reflect pay grade 23; abolishing the position of employee relations
coordinator and creating the position of clerical specialist in the Personnel Department;
increasing the salary range of temporary crew leader to a maximum of $9.50 per hour; and
increasing the salary range of seasonal & part-time recreation workers to a maximum of
$10.00 per hour. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley,
Smith and Mayor Jones (4). ORD.NO. 98-4-5858, BOOK 27, P. -51;t I
DEMOLITION MOTIONS
R & F DEMOLITION BIDS
Commissioner Coleman,offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the
following bids be received and filed:
1. Heflin
2. Kenneth Howle
3. Lannie Jones
4. TWB Enterprises
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor
Jones (4).
DEMOLITION FINDINGS
Commissioner Grumley offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
Board of Commissioners receive the following disclosures, adopt the following findings, and
make said disclosures and findings a part of the official public record of the City of Paducah:
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1. The following property located in the City of Paducah is in a state of disrepair, is beyond
rehabilitation, and poses a threat to public health and safety:
Husbands Street $1,350
North 8th Street 1,875
2. In the interest of public health and safety the City desires that the above referenced
property be razed as soon as possible, after soliciting for bids for the demolition of the /
V/ above property. c/
3. The bid of Kenneth Howle, a city employee who will receive a direct pecuniary benefit
from an agreement to raze the above referenced structure(s) for and on behalf of the
City, is in the best interest of the City by virtue of price, experience and immediate
availability.
4. During performance of the agreement contemplated herein, Howle shall be acting as an
independent contractor of the city and performing said services in an off-duty capacity.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor
Jones (4).
ACCEPT HOWLE DEMOLITION BIDS
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the bids of
Kenneth Howle, a city employee acting as an independent contractor in an off-duty capacity,
be accepted as being in the best interest of the City of Paducah by virtue of price, experience
and immediate availability, and that an ordinance accepting these bids and authorizing these
contracts be presented for enactment by the City Commission. Adopted on call of the roll ,
yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor Jones (4).
ORDINANCES - INTRODUCTION
.-' ACCEPT HOWLE DEMOLITION BIDS
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the Board of
Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE
INDIVIDUAL BIDS OF KENNETH HOWLE IN THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF ✓"
$3,225.00 FOR DEMOLITION OF CONDEMNED STRUCTURES LOCATED IN THE
CITY OF PADUCAH, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
CONTRACTS FOR SAMEThis ordinance is summarized as follows: Accepting the
individual bids of Kenneth Howle in the aggregate sum of $3,225 for demolition of
condemned structures in the City of Paducah, and authorizing the Mayor to execute
contracts for same.
CLOSE PORTION OF NAHM STREET
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING f
FOR THE CLOSING OF KENTUCKY AVENUE LOCATED BETWEEN 28TH STREET r/
AND NAHM STREET". This ordinance is summarized as follows: Providing for the
closing of Kentucky Avenue between 28th Street and Nahm Street, and authorizing,
empowering and directing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to each of the property
owners in or abutting the public way to be closed.
PURCHASE 5 DUMP TRUCKS FOR ENGINEERING
Commissioner Grumley offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING
THE BID OF STRINGFELLOW INC. FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF FIVE 1999 DUMP
TRUCKS FOR USE BY THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME". This ordinance is
summarized as follows: Accepting the bid of Stringfellow Inc., for sale to the City of five
dump trucks in the amount of $49,599 each, for a total of $247,995, for use by the
Engineering Department, and authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract for same.
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PURCHASE FIRE HOSE
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the Board of
Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE
J BID OF BLUEGRASS FIRE EQUIPMENT COMPANY INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF
$31,339.00 FOR THE PURCHASE OF FIRE HOSES, FOR USE BY THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
FOR SAME". This ordinance is summarized as follows: Accepting the bid of Bluegrass
Fire Equipment Company Inc. in the amount of $31,339.00 for the purchase of fire hoses for
use by the Fire Department, and authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract for same.
PURCHASE PROTECTIVE FIRE GEAR
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the Board of
Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE
BID OF BLUEGRASS FIRE EQUIPMENT COMPANY INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF
V/ $16,275.00 FOR THE PURCHASE OF FIRE STRUCTURAL TURN OUT GEAR, FOR
USE BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME". This ordinance is summarized as follows:
Accepting the bid of Bluegrass Fire Equipment Co. Inc. in the amount of $16,275.00 for the
purchase of fire structural turn out gear for use by the Fire Department, and authorizing the
Mayor to execute a contract for same.
INCREASE CITY MANAGER'S SALARY TO $75,000
Q� c,` Co ssioner Cole offered motio , seconded b Commis ' ner Grumle ,that the
Boar f Commis one adopt an o in a entit d, "AN ORD CE ACCEPTING
THE IVID AL B OF TH E IN THE AGG ATE AMOUNT
OF $14,9 OR DEMOL NOF CO b STRUCTURE OCATED IN THE
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/ CON CTS S ". his o mance is su arized as f ows: Acc ting the bids
�/ of K eth Howle i e aggreg amount of $14,9 for de lition of conde ed
st ctures in the ' y Padu d authorizing the y to execute contracts for same.
AMEND SALARY SCHEDULE
Commissioner Grumley offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
/ Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
f A SALARY SCHEDULE FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH,
KENTUCKY". This ordinance is summarized as follows: Amending the salary of the City
Manager.
PATS UPDATE
Gary Kitchin, PATS General Manager, gave the Commission an update on the transit
system.
PADD FAMILY MENTORING PROGRAM
Ron McGregor of PADD gave the Commission a copy of The faith Community's Family
Mentoring Program (Volunteer Information) and asked the Board of Commissioners to
endorse this program.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley, that the ;
Board go into closed session for discussion of matters pertaining to the following topics:
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1. Issues which might lead to the appointment, dismissal or disciplining of an employee,
as permitted by KRS 61.810(1)(f).
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Grumley, Smith and Mayor
Jones (4).
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At the conclusion of the executive session the Board reconvened in open session, whereupon
the Mayor announced there was no further business.
Upon motion the meeting adjourned.
ADOPTED: May 12, 1998
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* AMEND SALARY OF CITY MANAGER
MAYOR
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Grumley,
that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN /
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SALARY OF THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF V
PADUCAH, KENTUCKY". This ordinance is summarized as follows: Increasing
the annual salary of the City Manager to $75,000.00, effective May 18,
1998.
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