HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/14/08OCTOBER 14, 2008
At a Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners, held on Tuesday, October 14,
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).
ANNOUNCEMENT
Commissioner Buz Smith announced he is going to resign from the Board of
Commissioners as of October 26, 2008. He has taken a job with the Department of
Energy and will no longer be able to hold the seat of City Commissioner.
PRESENTATIONS
"THANK YOU" VETERANS' DAY PARADE COMMITTEE
Pat Earles, Parks Services Department, introduced Ted Pace, Chairman of the Veteran's
Day Parade Committee. Mr. Pace thanked the Board for its' support and thanked the
Parks Department for doing the "leg work".
Cynthia Byrd, member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, announced the
topic for the essay contest is "Veterans, Heroes Among Us".
George Burgouis, veteran, announced a musical tribute to veterans will be held at the
Heartland Worship Center on November 11th at 7:00 p.m.
DUKE & DUCHESS AWARDS
Mayor Paxton presented a duke award to David Boggs and duchess awards to Carol
Gault and Susie Dawahare-Coiner for their hard work and dedication in making the Bar B
Que on the River a successful event for the community.
PROCLAMATION
MARKT HOUSE THEATRE
Mayor Paxton presented a proclamation to Market House Executive Director, Michael
Cochran proclaiming that in conjunction with the National Art Month, the 45th
Anniversary of "The Market House Theatre". Also present was Market House President,
Renie Barger, Vice President, Heather Dorr and Board member, Sarah Bynum.
The Mayor also presented Mr. Cochran with a duke award and Education Director, April
Cochran (who was unable to be at the meeting), with a duchess award.
SPOTLIGHT
Pam Spencer, Public Information Officer, spotlight presentation was "TLC for Noble
Park". Dortha Page of the Four Seasons Garden Club, with the assistance of
Commissioner Kaler organized volunteers from different garden clubs to help keep Noble
Park beautiful. There are 13 garden clubs who work together along with city employees
to help maintain the park.
MINUTES
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
reading of the Minutes for September 16th, September 23rd, and October 7th, 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).
MOTION
SUSPEND RULES FOR ORDER OF BUSINESS
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, 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).
Note: Bill Parsons, managing member of Paducah Riverfront Hospitality, announced that
they have signed an agreement to purchase the Executive Inn Hotel. Closing on the
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property should happen within the next 10 to 12 days. As soon as everything is final --
renovations will start immediately.
ORDINANCE — EMERGENCY
AUTHORIZE MOU WITH PADUCAH RIVERFRONT HOSPITALITY
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce and adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH PADUCAH RIVERFRONT HOSPITALITY, LLC AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAID MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING". This ordinance is summarized as follows: It is the general
consensus of the City Commission that the acquisition and renovation of the Executive
Inn preserves, protects, promotes, and enhances the economic and social well-being of
the citizens of Paducah, all of which is vitally important to the public interests and
welfare. Furthermore, it is the general consensus of the city commission that the failure
of the Executive Inn and Convention facilities will result in a substantial loss of tourist
activities in the Paducah area including the American Quilt Show and the revenue and
jobs associated therewith. And will bring about the eventual deterioration and decay of
the hotel and convention facility. Accordingly, the City shall provide a conditional grant
to Paducah Riverfront Hospitality, LLC in the amount of $75,000 to reimburse Paducah
Riverfront Hospitality eligible expenses as described in the Memorandum of
Understanding approved by this ordinance and executed by the Mayor.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (5). ORD.#2008-10-7466; BK 31; PG
MUNICIPAL ORDER
TRANSFER FUNDS FROM INVESTMENT FUND TO PADUCAH
RIVERFRONT HOSPITALITY
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO TRANSFER $75,000.00 FROM THE )
INVESTMENT FUND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RESERVE ACCOUNT TO
THE PADUCAH RIVERFRONT HOSPITALITY ACCOUNT,' be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (5). MO.#1402; BK 7; PG
ORDINANCE — ADOPTION
CREATE PADUCAH RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, AUTHORIZING THE CREATION OF THE
PADUCAH RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF PADUCAH". This
ordinance is summarized as follows: The City of Paducah hereby authorizes, creates, and
establishes an agency to be known by the name of the "Paducah Riverfront Development
Authority" and will be comprised of seven (7) citizens as members and shall bear the title
of commissioner and shall constitute, with the other commissioners, a board of
commissioners of said agency. The board of commissioners of the agency is authorized
to receive, and the City of Paducah, is authorized to appropriate, such amounts of money
as may be necessary for the administrative purposes of the agency. The board of
commissioners is also authorized to receive, and the governing board of the city is
authorized to appropriate, moneys necessary to meet any contractual commitments made
by the city to the agency for any project undertaken by agreement between the city and
the agency. The ordinance authorizes the board to create and implement development
plans for a specific area of the city and grants appropriate jurisdictional powers for same.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (5). ORD#2008-10-7467; BK 31; PG
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RESOLUTIONS
SUPPORTING CONSENT FOR REFUNDING BONDS FOR WESTERN
BAPTIST HOSPITAL
Mayor Paxton offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that a Resolution
entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY
OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, RELATING TO THE ISSUANCE BY THE
KENTUCKY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY OF
REVENUE BONDS TO FINANCE AND REFINANCE, AMONG OTHER THINGS,
COSTS INCURRED BY BAPTIST HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, INC., IN
CONSTRUCTING AND ACQUIRING CERTAIN HOSPITAL FACILITIES IN THE
CITY," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (5).
DECLARATION OF OFFICIAL INTENT TO REIMBURSE ADVANCES MADE
FOR CAPITAL OUTLAYS (JAIL PROPERTY) TO BE MADE FROM
SUBSEQUENT BORROWINGS -2008 ISSUE
Mayor Paxton offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler that a Resolution
entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY,
MAKING DECLARATION OF OFFICIAL INTENT WITH RESPECT TO
REIMBURSEMENT OF TEMPORARY ADVANCES MADE FOR CAPITAL
EXPENDITURES TO BE MADE FROM SUBSEQUENT BORROWINGS FOR
McCRACKEN COUNTY JAIL PROPERTY," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins
and Mayor Paxton (5).
APPOINTMENTS
PADUCAH-MCCRACKEN COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS BOARD
�.: ,.. Mayor Paxton made the following appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of
the Board of Commissioners, I hereby appoint Elizabeth A. W. Clymer, as a member of
the Paducah -McCracken County Senior Citizens Board to replace Danny Orazine who
has resigned. This term will expire July 1, 2009.
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that the
Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Paxton in appointing Elizabeth
A.W. Clymer as a member of the Paducah -McCracken County Senior Citizens Board.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5).
MOTIONS
R & F DOCUMENTS
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the
following documents and bids be received and filed:
DOCUMENTS
1. Certificates of Insurance:
a) J. C. Cates Construction Inc
2. Contracts/Agreements:
a) Employment Agreement with Steve Ervin (2008-9-7458)
b) Paxton Park Golf Board for Specific Services (2008-9-7461)
c) Lease Renewal with Martha's Vineyard Inc. for Property Located at 1100
North 12th Street (no ordinance required)
d) Duckett Truck Center Inc. for Rear -Loading Refuse Collection Truck
(2008-9-7462)
3. Paducah -McCracken Joint Sewer Agency Audit Report for Year Ended June 30,
2008
4. Paducah Water Works Financial Highlights for August, 2008
BIDS
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
HALF TON FULL SIZE PICKUP TRUCK 4 WHEEL DRIVE
1. Paducah Ford
2. Paducah Ford
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
SUBCOMPACT VEHICLES
1. Paducah Ford *
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION AT THE INTERSECTION OF PECAN
DRIVE, VILLAGE SQUARE DRIVE, AND JAMES SANDERS BOULEVARD
1. Bluegrass Electrical Consultants
2. Jay's Electric Inc. *
INSPECTION DEPARTMENT
PROPOSAL FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1623 BROAD STREET
1. Dan & Della Reagan *
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and
Mayor Paxton (5).
MUNICIPAL ORDERS
PERSONNEL CHANGES
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, 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).
APPROVE REVISED DUI POLICY
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that a
Municipal Order entitled, A MUNICIPAL ORDER ESTABLISHING A DISCIPLINE
POLICY FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH FOR DRIVING
UNDER THE INFLUENCE WHILE OFF DUTY AND REPEALING MUNCIPAL
ORDER NO. 1398".
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, and Mayor
Paxton (4). Nays, Commissioner Watkins (1). M.O.#1403; BK 7; PG
TRANSFER OF PROPERTY AT 1623 BROAD STREET
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Coleman, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER APPROVING THE SALE OF
REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1623 BROAD STREET IN THE AMOUNT OF
$800 TO DAN OR DELLA REAGAN," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, Watkins and
Mayor Paxton (5). M.O.#1404; BK 7; PG
MAYOR PAXTON LEFT THE MEETING
APPROVE STORM DAMAGE FUND TRANSFER
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO TRANSFER $100,000 FROM THE
COMMISSION CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT TO THE PUBLIC WORKS STREET
ACCOUNT FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO STORM DEBRIS CLEANUP
ACTIVITIES," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, and Watkins
(4). M.O.#1405; BK 7; PG
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ACQUIRE REAL PROPERTY FROM JSA FOR FLOODWALL RIGHT-OF-
WAY
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER ACCEPTING THE TRANSFER OF
REAL PROPERTY LOCATED DIRECTLY BEHIND AND ADJACENT TO
PADUCAH-McCRACKEN COUNTY JOINT SEWER AGENCY'S WOODLAWN
LAGOONS OFF JOHN PURYEAR DRIVE IN PROXIMITY TO I-24 EXIT 11 THIS
PARCEL OF GROUND IS APPROXIMATELY 3400' LONG X 40' WIDE AND
ADJACENT TO THE PADUCAH FLOOD PROTECTION PROJECT AND
� AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A QUITCLAIM DEED FOR SAME,"
be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, and Watkins
(4). M.O.#1406; BK 7; PG
2008-2009 KENTUCKY LITTER ABATEMENT PROGRAM APPLICATION
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that a
Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO OBTAIN A GRANT FROM THE
KENTUCKY DIVISION OF WASTE MANAGEMENT FOR A 2008-2009
KENTUCKY LITTER ABATEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, and Watkins
(4). M.O.#1407; BK 7; PG
LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH PADUCAH & LOUISVILLE RAILROAD
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that a Municipal
Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE A LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN PADUCAH &
LOUISVILLE RAILWAY, INC., AND THE CITY OF PADUCAH FOR USE OF
PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE CORNER OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DRIVE
AND NORTH NINTH STREET," be adopted.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, and Watkins
(4). M.O.#1408; BK 7; PG
ORDINANCES — ADOPTION
APPROVE NOBLE PARK RESTROOMS CHANGE ORDER #2
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the
Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDER
NO. 2 WITH MODULAR CONNECTIONS, LLC, FOR AN INCREASE IN CRANE
CHARGES FOR THE MODULAR RESTROOMS IN NOBLE PARK." This ordinance
is summarized as follows: Authorize Mayor to execute Change Order No.2 in the
amount of $317.50 with Modular Connections, LLC, for a total project cost of
$97,256.50.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, and Watkins
94). ORD.#2008-10-7468; BK 31; PG
PROPERTY TAX LEVY
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board
of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE
LEVIES AND RATES OF TAXATION ON ALL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF
PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, SUBJECT TO TAXATION FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES
AND FOR SCHOOL PURPOSES FOR THE PERIOD FROM JULY 1, 2008,
THROUGH JUNE 30, 2009, WITH THE PURPOSES OF SAID TAXES HEREUNDER
DEFINED".
PURPOSE
General Fund of the City
Real Property
RATE PER $100.00
$0.250
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Personal Property $0.390
Motor Vehicles & watercraft $0.390
School Purposes
Paducah Junior College
Real Estate $0.018
Personal Property $0.018
Motor Vehicles & watercraft $0.031
The City of Paducah shall collect the following taxes for the Board of Education:
Paducah Independent School District
Real Property $0.672
Personal Property $0.678
Inventory $0.678
Total Tax Rate per $100 - real property $0.940
Total Tax Rate per $100 - personal property $1.086
Total Tax Rate per $100 — inventory $0.678
Total Tax Rate per $100 — motor vehicle & watercraft $0.421
Property taxes levied herein shall be due and payable in the following manner:
In the case of tax bills which reflect an amount due of less than Three
Hundred Fifty Dollars ($350.00), the payment shall be due on November 1, 2008,
and shall be payable without penalty and interest until November 30, 2008.
In the case of all other tax bills, payment shall be in accordance with the
following provisions:
■ The first half payment shall be due on November 1, 2008, and shall be
payable without penalty and interest until November 30, 2008.
■ The second half payment shall be due. on February 1, 2009, and shall be
payable without penalty and interest until February 28, 2009.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, and Watkins
(4). ORD.#2008-10-7469; BK 31; PG
APPROVE PURCHASE OF A BACKHOE FOR PUBLIC WORKS
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board
of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING
THE PURCHASE OF A CASE BACKHOE FOR THE CITY OF PADUCAH,
KENTUCKY, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Finance Director is
authorized to pay the total sum of $68,364.22 to McKeel Equipment Company for the
purchase of one Case Backhoe for the City of Paducah/Public Works Department, in
compliance with Kentucky State Purchasing Contract, and that the Mayor is hereby
authorized to execute a contract for same.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, and Watkins
(4). ORD.#2008-10-7470; BK 31; PG
APPROVE PURCHASE OF A PICKUP TRUCK FOR PUBLIC WORKS
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING
THE BID OF PADUCAH FORD FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF ONE HALF -TON
FULL SIZE PICKUP TRUCK AS PART OF THE 2009 FLEET REPLACEMENT
PLAN, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR
SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The City of Paducah accepts the bid
of Paducah Ford in the total amount of $15,369.00, for one half -ton full size pickup truck
as part of the 2009 fleet replacement plan, and authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract
for same.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, and Watkins
(4). ORD.#2008-10-7471; BK 31: PG
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APPROVE PURCHASE OF A FIRE PUMPER TRUCK FOR FIRE DEPT.
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of
Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BID
OF PIERCE MANUFACTURING INC., FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF ONE FIRE
PUMPER TRUCK FOR USE BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This ordinance is
summarized as follows: The City of Paducah accepts the bid of Pierce Manufacturing
Inc., in an amount not to exceed $314,211.00, for sale to the City of one fire pumper
truck, for use by the Fire Department, and authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract for
same.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Coleman, Kaler, Smith, and Watkins
(4). ORD.#2008-10-7472; BK 31; PG
ORDINANCES — INTRODUCTION
ADDENDUM TO IAFF AGREEMENT
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY APPROVING A CONTRACT ADDENDUM NO. 1
WITH THE PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS OF PADUCAH, LOCAL 168,
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS FOR CLARIFICATION OF
RETURN TO WORK POLICY AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A
CONTRACT ADDENDUM FOR SAME". This ordinance is summarized as follows:
That the City of Paducah hereby approves a Contract Addendum No. 1 with the
Professional Fire Fighters of Paducah, Local 168, International Association of Fire
Fighters (IAFF) and the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the Contract Addendum.
The Contract Addendum No. l shall become effective upon execution and will expire
June 30, 2011.
APPROVE CONTRACT FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT INTERSECTION OF
PECAN DRIVE -VILLAGE SQUARE DRIVE AND JAMES -SANDERS
BOULEVARD
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING
THE BID OF JAY'S ELECTRIC, INC., FOR INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC
SIGNALS AT THE INTERSECTION OF PECAN DRIVE, VILLAGE SQUARE
DRIVE AND JAMES -SANDERS BOULEVARD, AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME". This ordinance is summarized
as follows: The City of Paducah accepts the bid of Jay's Electric, Inc., in the amount of
$88,952.00, for installation of a traffic signal located at the intersection of Pecan Drive,
Village Square Drive and James -Sanders Boulevard, and authorizes the Mayor to execute
a contract for same.
PURCHASE PICKUP TRUCK FOR PUBLIC WORKS
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
ACCEPTING THE BID FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF ONE HALF -TON FULL SIZE
PICK UP TRUCK 4 -WHEEL DRIVE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows:
The City of Paducah accepts the bid of Paducah Ford in the total amount of $17,979.00,
for one half -ton full size pick up truck 4 -wheel for use in the Public Works Department,
and authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract for same.
PURCHASE SUBCOMPACT VEHICLES FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING
THE BID OF PADUCAH FORD FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF FIVE SUBCOMPACT
VEHICLES FOR USE IN VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS, AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME". This ordinance is summarized
as follows: The City of Paducah accepts the bid of Paducah Ford in the total amount of
$68,000.00, for five (5) 2009 subcompact vehicles for use in various departments, and
authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract for same.
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AMEND SIGN ORDINANCE
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 Sec. 126-
76, Sign Regulations, of Chapter 126, Zoning, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Paducah, Kentucky, be amended to allow eight (8) seconds of a static message followed
by two (2) seconds of transition or animation; allow campuses to have electronic message
signs; place various controls on message signs for brightness and power outages; add
controls on electronic signs for sign maintenance; clear up language related to portable
signs affixed to motor vehicles; amend the R-4 sign regulations to allow lighted wall
signs; allow window signage on the exterior of the window; and change sign setback
regulations for 7' to 5'.
APPROVE FOUNTAIN AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD RENOVATIONS BRIDGE
LOAN
Commissioner Watkins offered motion, offered by Commissioner Smith that the Board of
Commissioners introduce an ordinance, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A
REVOLVING LINE OF CREDIT FROM COMMUNITY FINANCIAL SERVICES
BANK ("CFSB") IN THE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500,000.00,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE REVOLVING LINE OF CREDIT
AGREEMENT AND OTHER LOAN DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO, AND
AUTHORIZING A DESIGNATED AGENT TO DRAW FUNDS FROM THE
REVOLVING LINE OF CREDIT, ALL OF WHICH IS NECESSARY TO FINANCE A
PORTION OF THE CITY'S PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION COST IN THE
"FOUNTAIN AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION PROJECT". This
ordinance is summarized as follows: By this Ordinance the City of Paducah, Kentucky,
authorizes and approves a Revolving Line of Credit from CFSB in the principal amount
not to exceed $500,000.00 for a term of one (1) year, with interest thereon at the fixed
rate of 3.95% per annum, subject to commercially reasonable terms and conditions. The
funds drawn from the Revolving Line of Credit shall be utilized to finance a portion of
the City's construction costs incurred in the furtherance of its commitments to rehabilitate
and renovate seven (7) existing structures and construct two (2) new structures within the
Fountain Avenue Neighborhood. Further the City authorizes and directs the Finance
Director of the City of Paducah, Kentucky to request and effectuate draws upon the
Revolving Line of Credit as deemed necessary by the City Planning Department to
satisfy construction costs incurred by the City in the furtherance of its commitments.
ACCEPT PORT SECURITY GRANT PROGRAM AWARD
Commissioner Coleman offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Kaler, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT AND ALL
DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO OBTAIN FUNDS FROM THE PORT SECURITY
GRANT PROGRAM ON BEHALF OF THE MCCRACKEN COUNTY SHERIFF'S
DEPARTMENT." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The Mayor is hereby
authorized to execute an agreement and all documents necessary with the Port Security
Grant Program, on behalf of the McCracken County Sheriff's Department, to obtain
funds in the amount of $24,974. These funds will be used for the purchase of a fully
equipped boat capable of patrolling and responding to calls for service along the 100 plus
miles of river and tributary shoreline within the County. The City will administer the
award, close it, and transfer the title of the boat and equipment to McCracken County.
REZONE SOUTH 2ND STREET
Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of
Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE
FINAL REPORT OF THE PADUCAH PLANNING COMMISSION ON THE
PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE FROM M-1, LIGHT INDUSTRY ZONE TO B-2,
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ZONE FOR PROPERTY ROUGHLY BOUNDED BY THE
CITY OF PADUCAH FLOODWALL, CLARK STREET, SOUTH 2ND STREET,
ADAMS STREET, SOUTH 3RD STREET, OSCAR CROSS AVENUE, AND OHIO
STREET, AND AMENDING THE PADUCAH ZONING ORDINANCE SO AS TO
EFFECT SUCH REZONING." This ordinance is summarized as follows: Rezone
property located roughly bounded by the City of Paducah Floodwall, Clark Street, South
2nd Street, Adams Street, South 3rd Street, Oscar Cross Avenue, and Ohio Street from M-
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1, (Light Industry Zone) to B-2, (Downtown Business Zone), and amending the Paducah
Zoning Ordinance to effect such rezoning.
APPROVE CONTRACT WITH PATS
Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board
of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH PADUCAH
AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SERVICES." This
ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a contract with Paducah Area Transit System in the amount of $300,000.00 for
public transportation services for the Paducah/McCracken County area. This contract
expires June 30, 2009.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
The Governor was in today to distribute grant monies. The City was notified it would
receive a $40,000 grant for the Police Department.
City Manager has been holding informational insurance meetings with employees
CONGRATULATIONS
Commissioner Kaler congratulated Paducah Bank for winning the "Best Places to Work"
award.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ann Moore expressed her disagreement with the property maintenance code that the City
utilizes.
Upon motion the meeting adjourned.
ADOPTED: October 28 , 2008
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