HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/13/08MAY 13, 2008
At a Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners, held on Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 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 Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins,
and Mayor Paxton (5).
PRESENTATION
DONATED HOURS BY RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Al Knudsen, Director of RSVP, presented a mock check to the Board showing how much
the volunteer's time is worth. From May 1, 2007 through April 30, 2008, active
volunteers gave 67,938 hours of their time to the community. The mock check presented
was in the amount of $1,139,320.26.
MARKET HOUSE THEATRE REQUEST
Director Michael Cochran gave a briefing on how the theatre adds to the quality of life
not only in the City but in the region. It is Kentucky's largest community theatre and is
getting ready to begin its 45th season.
CURRENT SOCCER FIELDS ON COLEMAN ROAD
Jack Butler, advocate for the current soccer fields, is requesting the City and County
provide funding for the employment of a full-time maintenance person for three months.
BROOKS STADIUM
Parks Services Director, Mark Thompson, commented on the success of the ballgame
held at Brooks Stadium. Over 2,000 people attended the game between University of
Kentucky and Murray State.
SPOTLIGHT
Pam Spencer, Public Information Officer, spotlighted the VIPS program sponsored by the
Paducah Police Department.
MINUTES
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
reading of the Minutes for April 1St, April 2"d, April 8th, April 15th, and April 28th, and
May 6th, 2008, 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 Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5).
APPOINTMENTS
BROOKS STADIUM COMMISSION
Mayor Paxton made the following appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of
the Board of Commissioners, I hereby appoint Neel Carroll as a member of the Brooks
Stadium Commission. This term will expire December 31, 2011."
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
Board of Commissioners approve the recommendation of Mayor Paxton in appointing
Neel Carroll as a member of the Brooks Stadium Commission.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (5).
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
_ Mayor Paxton made the following appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of
the Board of Commissioners, I hereby appoint Martha Argotte' as a member of the
Paducah Human Rights Commission. This term will expire July 24, 2008."
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board
of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Paxton in appointing Martha Argotte' as a
member of the Paducah Human Rights Commission.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5).
MAY 13, 2008
PADUCAH-MCCRACKEN COUNTY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
Mayor Paxton made the appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board
of Commissioners, and jointly with the McCracken County Judge -Executive, I hereby
appoint Bob Hoppmann to the Paducah -McCracken County Convention and Visitors
Bureau to replace Neil Ward who has resigned. This term will expire December 31,
2008."
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board
of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Paxton and, jointly with the McCracken
County Judge -Executive, in appointing Bob Hoppmann as a member of the Paducah -
McCracken County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5).
MOTIONS
R & F DOCUMENTS
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
following documents and bids be received and filed:
DOCUMENTS
1. Certificates of Insurance:
(a) Galloway Plumbing Inc.
(b) Kincaid Electric Inc.
Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit Amendment — Shepherds Nest Villas LLC
2. Contracts/Agreements:
(a) Paducah Housing Authority for a Housing Community Officer (2008-4-
7410)
(b) Municipal Equipment for purchase of one Mini Packer (2008-4-7409)
(c) Governor's Office for Local Development for Memorandum of
Agreement Amendment for the Hotel Metropolitan Museum Project
(2007-5-7276)
(d) EWR/Simply Mulch for Grinding Services at the Compost Yard (2008-2-
7394)
(e) Paducah Convention & Visitors Bureau for Specific Services (2008-4-
7408)
(f) Image Graphics for Producing 3 Seasonal Brochures (2008-4-7407)
(g) McKeel Equipment for purchase of one Skid Steer Loader (2008-3-7404)
3. Deeds:
(a) Paducah Junior College, Inc. for property located at: 931 Harrison Street,
905-917 Harrison Street, 900-910 Martin Luther King, Jr., Boulevard, and
924 Martin Luther King, Jr., Boulevard (2007-11-7366)
(b) Anna Pearl Price for property located at: 3445 Olivet Church Road (2008-
2-7395)
4. Williams, Williams & Lentz Audit Letter of Understanding for the Electric Plant
Board d/b/a Paducah Power System
5. Documents for Hooper's
(a) Memorandum of Understanding (2008-2-7391)
(b) Unanimous and Combined Unanimous Written Consent
Resolutions
(c) Continuing and Unconditional Guaranty
(d) Promissory Note (5)
(e) Real Estate Mortgage
6. Forest Hills Village Operating Budget for FY08-09
7. Paducah Water Works Financial Highlights for March, 2008
8. Notice of Cancellation for the Board of Commissioners Meeting Scheduled April
22, 2008
BIDS
PARKS SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SUMMER PLAYGROUND LUNCHES
1. Paducah Board of Education
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
DECORATIVE POLE LIGHT FIXTURES
MAY 13, 2008
Guy Gray Supply Company
GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OF CITY -OWNED LOTS
1. Smith Lawn Care
2. Kinsey's Lawn & Landscape
3. Jones Excavation LLC
TEMPORARY EMPLOYEE SERVICES
1. People Plus
2. Integrity Employment Services
3. Temps Plus
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5).
MUNICIPAL ORDERS
PERSONNEL CHANGES
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, 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 Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5).
CITY HEALTH INSURANCE SUMMARY PLAN DESCRIPTION
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER ADOPTING A SUMMARY PLAN
DESCRIPTION FOR THE CITY OF PADUCAH'S HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN
FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5). M.O.#1384; BK 7; PG
ORDINANCE — EMERGENCY
ACCEPT BID FOR DEMOLITION OF 310 BROADWAY
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce and adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
ACCEPTING THE BID OF ATLAS ROOFING FOR DEMOLITION OF A
CONDEMNED STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 310 BROADWAY IN THE CITY OF
PADUCAH, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR
SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah accepts the
bid of Atlas Roofing in an amount not to exceed $34,875.00 for demolition of a
condemned structure at 310 Broadway in the City of Paducah, and authorizes the Mayor
to execute a contract for same.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5). ORD.#2008-5-7412; BK 31; PG
MOTION
SUSPEND ORDER OF BUSINESS
Mayor Paxton offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the rules for
conducting City Commission Meetings be suspended insofar as they are in conflict with
the printed agenda for this meeting; otherwise, the rules are to remain in full force and
effect.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5).
MAY 13, 2008
ORDINANCE — INTRODUCTION
AUTHORIZE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR DEVELOPMENT
OF 310 BROADWAY
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY AND
CAMPBELL DOWNTOWN PROPERTIES, LLC FOR THE RESTORATION AND
RE -DEVELOPMENT OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 310 BROADWAYAND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF VARIOUS DOCUMENTS RELATED TO
SUCH MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING. This ordinance is summarized as
follows: This Ordinance authorizes the City of Paducah, Kentucky to approve a
Memorandum of Understanding between Campbell Downtown Properties, LLC and the City
of Paducah, Kentucky for the restoration and re -development of real property located at 310
Broadway. The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the Memorandum of Understanding.
The Ordinance approves the form of the MOU presented to the Board of Commissioners of
the City, with such changes therein as shall not be adverse to the City and may be approved
by the Mayor and City Clerk
ORDINANCES — ADOPTION
APPROVE 14 TH & MADISON MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BY AND AMONG THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY,
AND ACHIEVEMENT COMPANY, LLC, WITH RESPECT TO THE
RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT OF VACANT PROPERTY
WITHIN THE CORPORATE BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH; AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF VARIOUS DOCUMENTS RELATED TO
SUCH MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING." This ordinance is summarized as
follows: This City of Paducah hereby authorizes approval of a Memorandum of
Understanding ("MOU") between the City of Paducah, Kentucky (the "City") and
Achievement Company, LLC, a Kentucky limited liability company ("Developer"). Pursuant
to the MOU the City is to provide certain economic incentives to Developer in order to
induce Developer to construct quality new residential and commercial development in the
Fountain Avenue Neighborhood, which development will have a positive impact on the
entire community and will encourage the public purpose of infill residential development
and promote redevelopment of the Fountain Avenue Neighborhood. The Ordinance
approves the form of the MOU presented to the Board of Commissioners of the City, with
such changes therein as shall not be adverse to the City and may be approved by the Mayor
and City Clerk.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5). ORD.#2008-5-7413; BK 31; PG
APPROVE PURCHASE OF VERTICAL WASTE COMPACTORS FOR 2ND
STREET ALLEY
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING
THE BID FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF TWO VERTICAL WASTE COMPACTORS
FOR USE IN THE 2ND STREET ALLEY, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows:
The City of Paducah accepts the bid of Municipal Equipment, Inc. in the total amount of
$42,926.00, for two vertical waste compactors for use in the 2nd Street alley.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5). ORD.#2008-5-7414; BK 7; PG
ORDINANCES — INTRODUCTION
SUMMER NUTRITION PROGRAM
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING
THE CITY OF PADUCAH TO PAY THE PADUCAH BOARD OF EDUCATION FOR
THE SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN'S LUNCHES." This ordinance
MAY 13, 2008
is summarized as follows: That the City is hereby authorized to pay to the Paducah
Board of Education an amount not to exceed $31,850, for the Summer Food Program for
children's lunches. The City will be reimbursed for this expenditure by the Kentucky
Department of Education, Division of School and Community Nutrition.
AUTHORIZE CONTRACT FOR SURVEY FO SHEEHAN BRIDGE POTENTIAL
PARK SITE PROPERTY
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND SURVEY SERVICES FOR THE PROPOSED
PARK SITE ADJACENT TO SHEEHAN BRIDGE ROAD". This ordinance is
summarized as follows: That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute an
agreement between the City of Paducah and Florence & Hutcheson, Inc., in an amount
not to exceed $11,000.00 for professional engineering and survey services for the
proposed development of a park adjacent to Sheehan Bridge Road.
ENGINEERING AGREEMENT FOR FLOODWALL SURVEY PHASE II &
CONCEPTUAL FLOODWALL RIVERWALK STUDY
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN
ENGINEERING SERVICE CONTRACT WITH FLORENCE & HUTCHESON, INC.
FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE FLOODWALL
SURVEY PHASE II AND THE CONCEPTUAL FLOODWALL MODIFICATION
(RIVERWALK) STUDY". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Mayor of
the City of Paducah is hereby authorized and directed to execute an Engineering Service
Contract with Florence & Hutcheson, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $186,700.00 for
professional engineering services to perform the Floodwall Survey Phase II and
Conceptual Floodwall Modification (Riverwalk) Study.
2007/2008 AREA DEVELOPMENT FUNDS
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE ALL
DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO ACCEPT A GRANT THROUGH THE PURCHASE
AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR REIMBURSEMENT FOR PURCHASE OF
DOCUMENT IMAGING SOFTWARE AND EQUIPMENT." This ordinance is
summarized as follows: The City of Paducah hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute all
documents necessary to accept a grant in the amount of $8,242.00 through the Purchase
Development District for reimbursement of funds to the General Fund for the purchase of
document imaging software and equipment.
TEXT AMENDMENT FOR SECTION 126-76(h) B -2-T SIGNS
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 126, ZONING, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF PADUCAH KENTUCKY." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That
Section 126-76(h)(1), "Sign Regulations," of Chapter 126, Zoning, of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Paducah, Kentucky, is hereby amended to allow a fifty (50)
foot lighted letter wall sign for any size building up to fifty (50) feet wide and allow a
1.5 square feet sign per lineal foot of road frontage with a 100 square feet maximum for
larger facades.
TEXT AMENDMENT FOR SECTION 126-106 CREMATORIUM
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
CHAPTER 126, ZONING, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
PADUCAH KENTUCKY." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That Section 126-
106, "Convenience and Service Zone, B-1," of Chapter 126, Zoning of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Paducah, Kentucky, is hereby amended to add a crematory as
an accessory use to a funeral home.
MAY 13, 2008
APPROVE GROUNDS MAINTENANCE CONTRACT
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
ACCEPTING THE BID FOR GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OF CITY OWNED
PROPERTIES, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah
accepts the bid of Smith Lawn Care, in the amount of $24.00 per cut per lot, for grounds
maintenance of approximately 108 city owned properties and authorizes the Mayor to
execute a contract for same.
APPROVE TEMPORARY EMPLOYEE CONTRACT
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
ACCEPTING THE BID OF PEOPLE PLUS, INC., TO PROVIDE TEMPORARY
SERVICES AS NEEDED FOR VARIOUS DIVISIONS IN THE PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows:
That the City of Paducah accepts the bid of People Plus, Inc. to provide temporary
services as needed for various divisions in the Public Works Department with hourly
rates of $6, $7, and $8, plus administration fees of 42% for Laborer, 50% for Refuse, and
35% for Clerical and authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract for same.
APPROVE PURHCASE OF DECORATIVE LIGHTS FOR DOLLY McNUTT
PLAZA
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING
THE BID OF GUY GRAY SUPPLY COMPANY FOR THE PURCHASE OF
DECORATIVE POLE LIGHT FIXTURES FOR DOLLY MCNUTT PLAZA, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This
ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah accepts the bid of Guy
Gray Supply Company for furnishing the City with twenty-four (24) decorative pole light
fixtures for the Dolly McNutt Plaza in the amount of $36,600.00, and authorizes the
Mayor to execute a contract for same.
APPROVE FUNDING ASSISTANCE FOR PADUCAH SYMPHONY
ORCHESTRA, MARKT HOUSE THEATRE AND CARSON CENTER
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS WITH PADUCAH SYMPHONY
ORCHESTRA, MARKET HOUSE THEATRE, AND LUTHER F. CARSON FOUR
RIVERS CENTER FOR SPECIFIC SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE
DIRECTOR TO TRANSFER FUNDS FROM COMMISSION AND
ADMINISTRATIVE CONTINGENCY FOR SAID CONTRACTS." This ordinance is
summarized as follows: That the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute contracts with
Paducah Symphony Orchestra in the amount of $25,000; Market House Theatre in the
amount of $25,000; and Luther F. Carson Four Rivers Center in the amount of $25,000
for specific services. Each contract will expire June 30, 2008. Further, the Finance
Director is hereby authorized and directed to transfer the sum of $71,500, from
Commission Contingency and $3,500 from Administrative Contingency to the following
accounts: Paducah Symphony --$25,000; FRC --$25,000; and Market House Theatre --
$25,000.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
• Calendar Items
• At the May 20th Commission Workshop the City Manager will present the FY08-
09 budget to the Commission for their review
• Reminder: Budget Advance is May 22nd at the Paducah Police Department in the
Training Room
• Lower town Arts & Music Festival --May 23 through May 25, 2008
• The City Manager requested an executive session for discussion of economic
development and personnel items
MAY 13, 2008
EXECUTIVE SESSION
• Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that
the Board go into closed session for discussion of matters pertaining to the
following topics: Issues which might lead to the appointment, dismissal, or
disciplining of an employee, as permitted by KRS 61.810(1)(f).
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 Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5).
Upon motion the meeting adjourned.
ADOPTED: May 27 2008
City Clerk