HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-17-13DECEMBER 17, 2013
At a Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners, held on Tuesday, December 17,
2013 at 5:30 p.m., in the Commission Chambers of City Hall located at 300 South 5th
Street, Mayor Kaler presided, and upon call of the roll by the City Clerk, the following
answered to their names: Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and Mayor
Kaler (5).
INVOCATION
Lieutenant Joseph Crawford of the Salvation Army gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Alex Goreing, Paducah Tilghman High School senior, led the pledge.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
The City Manager asked that the Commission have an executive session to discuss
personnel and real estate.
MINUTES
Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the
reading of the Minutes for the December 10, 2013, City Commission meeting 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 Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5).
APPOINTMENT
BROOKS STADIUM COMMISSION
Mayor Kaler made the following reappointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of
the Board of Commissioners, I hereby make the following reappointments as members of
the Brooks Stadium Commission:
Howard Finley — Term expire December 5, 2016
Dr. Frank Hideg and Greg McKeel — Terms expire December 5, 2017."
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the
Board of Commissioners approve the recommendation of Mayor Kaler in reappointing
Howard Finley, Greg McKeel and Dr. Frank Hideg as members of the Brooks Stadium
Commission.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5).
MOTIONS
SUSPEND ORDER OF BUSINESS
Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, 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 Abraham,. Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5).
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the
Board go into closed session for discussion of matters pertaining to the following topics:
• Future sale or acquisition of a specific parcel(s) of real estate, as permitted by
KRS 61.810(1) (b).
• 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 Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5).
OPEN SESSION
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the
Board reconvene in open session.
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Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5).
PRESENTATION
COLUMBIA THEATER CONCEPTUAL PLAN
The following summary of the presentation was written by Paducah Public Information
Officer Pam Spencer and is a part of the City Commission Highlights.
"Columbia Theatre Conceptual Plan Presentation
Matthew Jennings and Paul Siemborski of Westlake, Reed, & Leskosky provided
the Mayor and Commissioners an overview of the preliminary Concept Study
prepared for the Columbia Theatre located on Broadway in downtown
Paducah. The City Commission approved engaging the firm to complete the
study in June of this year. At this meeting, the presentation included an
assessment of the theatre, the proposed concept, and a cost
estimate. Siemborski says, "The existing building is in good shape. We have
good bones regarding the structure." Jennings and Siemborski propose
renovating the Columbia Theatre into primarily a film house with three movie
screens plus the ability to have live music and comedy events. They don't
recommend utilizing the Columbia as a performing arts center mainly due to the
limited space behind the stage area. At the beginning of their study, Jennings
and Siemborski talked with local organizations such as the Carson Center and
Market House Theatre. Siemborski says, "We got to know your community and
your needs for the arts here." The concept study suggests reducing the number
of seats in the lower level of the theatre to 280 which would provide more
space to add additional restrooms and concessions near the lobby. Upstairs, the
balcony area would be split into two smaller film areas with 142 and 114
seats. The Columbia Theatre currently is a mix of two styles, Adamesque and
Skouras. Siemborski and Jennings recommend keeping the mix of
styles. Jennings says, "I haven't found any other theatre with these two styles
working together. You have a gem." The estimate is $5.88 million to renovate
the 17,300 square foot building. An additional 20-25% of the construction cost
should be considered for costs such as design fees, legal fees, and fundraising
costs. Westlake, Reed, & Leskosky estimates that $3.15 million is available in
grants and state and federal tax credits for the project. Siemborski says, "It's a
trifecta. The Columbia is eligible for federal rehabilitation tax credits, state tax
credits, and new market tax credits." Jennings adds, "Generally people
underestimate the effects of opening a theatre in an area. This will be great for
your downtown." The presentation ended with a slide that read, "Theatres such
as the Columbia speak to the spirit of a place, helping tell the unique story of
Paducah and its inhabitants. Generations of patrons hold these cherished
memories close to their hearts and are willing to make great efforts to assure
that the physical touchstone to these memories, the theatre itself, is not
lost." Siemborski ended the presentation to the Mayor and Commission by
listing seven items as next steps: 1) Apply to have the Columbia listed on the
National Register of Historic Places; 2) Develop a business plan (which is
underway by the Columbia Theatre Task Force); 3) Start the tax credit process;
4) Start fundraising support; 5) Commence the remediation of any hazardous
materials; 6) Continue cleaning and light demolition; and 7) Engage in some
remediation work specifically sealing and tuck -pointing the structure on the side
adjacent to St Francis de Sales Church. The City of Paducah has owned the
Columbia Theatre, which was built in 1927, for nearly 10 years. To find out
more about the Columbia Theatre, visit the Columbia Theatre on Facebook. "
MOTIONS
R & F DOCUMENTS
Commissioner Rhodes offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, that the
following documents be received and filed:
DOCUMENTS
1. Commercial Guaranty Loan Instrument with Regions Bank for the Greater
Paducah Economic Development Council (GPEDC) (ORD # 2013-11-8100)
2. Agreements/Contracts:
a. Change Order No. 1 with Midstates Construction Company for Bob Noble
Park Pool Concessions Renovation Project (ORD # 2013-12-8101)
b. Concrete Program One -Year Renewal Agreement with Harper
Construction, LLC. (ORD # 2012-03-7909)
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c. Agreement to Purchase Police Vehicles with Linwood Chrysler Dodge
Hyundai, LLC. (ORD # 2013-12-8104)
d. Limestone One -Year Renewal Agreement with Pine Bluff Sand and
Gravel Company (ORD # 2012-03-7912)
3. Paducah Water Works Financial Highlights for October 2013
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5).
T� MUNICIPAL ORDER
- PERSONNEL CHANGES
Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Rhodes, that upon the
recommendation of the City Manager, the Board of Commissioners of the City of
Paducah order that the personnel changes on the attached list be approved.
(MUNICIPAL ORDER BOOK)
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5).
ORDINANCES — ADOPTION
STRATEGIC HEALTH RISK ADVISOR AND STRATEGIC BENEFIT PLACEMENT
SERVICES
Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the
Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A STRATEGIC HEALTH RISK
ADVISOR & STRATEGIC BENEFIT PLACEMENT SERVICES CONTRACT WITH
PEEL & HOLLAND FINANCIAL GROUP FOR ADMINISTRATION OF THE CITY
OF PADUCAH'S HEALTH INSURANCE". This ordinance is summarized as follows:
That the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute a Strategic Health Risk Advisor and
Strategic Benefit Placement Services contract with Peel & Holland Financial Group, in
the amount of $71,900.00, payable in four equal installments of $17,975 each, for
administration services pertaining to the administration of the City of Paducah's health
insurance. An additional fee of $200 per hour, subject to a minimum retainer of
$5,000.00, will be charged for services requested by the City or the City's legal counsel
for issues that arise in connection with employer and employee bargaining, legal matters,
disputes or other similar issues. This contract is for the 2014 calendar year.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5). ORD. #2013-12-8106; BK 33
AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES WITH EDUMEDICS
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, that the
Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING
THE RATES FOR CONSULTING AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR
CHRONIC HEALTH CONDITIONS FOR FULL-TIME CITY EMPLOYEES
COVERED BY THE CITY'S GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN WITH
EDUMEDICS, LLC AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A
CONTRACT FOR SAME". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of
Paducah approves an Agreement for Services with Edumedics, LLC, for consulting and
management services for chronic health conditions for full-time city employees covered
by the City's Group Health Insurance Plan with Edumedics, LLC. There will be a one-
time fee of $7,100, with a program management fee, and a 10% share of cost savings
calculated by comparison to a baseline of claims data that is to be re -calculated every 6
months. Further, the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute said Agreement. The initial
term of the Agreement shall be for 2 years and shall begin on January 1, 2014 and end on
December 31, 2015.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5). ORD.#2013-12-8107; BK 33
HOTEL DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
Commissioner Rhodes offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, that the
Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "that the Board of Commissioners
adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH,
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KENTUCKY, APPROVING HOTEL DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AMONG THE
CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, PADUCAH CONVENTION HOTEL, LLC,
DAVID M. PUCKETT, TODD M. CLARK, JOHN M. CLARK, DAVID B. JONES,
GLENN R. MALONE, EDDIE CORLEY, AND GARRETT FORBES MATHIEU,
WITH RESPECT TO A PUBLIC PROJECT; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
THE HOTEL DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS
RELATED THERETO." This is summarized as follows: This Ordinance authorizes the
City of Paducah, Kentucky ("City") to approve a Hotel Development Agreement with
Paducah Convention Hotel, LLC, a Kentucky limited liability company, David M.
Puckett, Todd M. Clark, John M. Clark, David B. Jones, Glenn R. Malone, Eddie Corley,
and Garrett Forbes Mathieu for the development and construction of an upscale hotel on
City owned real property generally located along and near North 4th Street and Executive
Boulevard in downtown Paducah adjacent to a publically owned convention center,
generally known as the Julian Carroll and Paducah Expo Convention Center.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5). ORD.#2013-12-8108; BK 33
LOAN TO PAXTON PARK MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE
Commissioner Wilson offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Rhodes, that the
Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A LOAN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF PADUCAH AND PAXTON PARK MUNICIPAL GOLF
COURSE BOARD". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of
Paducah is hereby authorizes the Mayor to enter into a loan agreement in the amount of
$225,000 with Paxton Park Municipal Golf Course Board for capital improvement
project and equipment needs for the Paxton Park Municipal Golf Course. The City will
make the loan from the Fleet Enterprise fund for a period of ten (10) years. Annual
payment on the loan will be $22,500, plus annual accrued interest at a rate that reflects
the earning on City demand deposits, not to exceed 2.5%.
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5). ORD.#2013-12-8109; BK 33
ORDINANCE — INTRODUCTION
AUTHORIZE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH
THE UNITED STATES ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS FOR PADUCAH
LEVEE REPAIRS SUSTAINED DURING THE 2011 FLOOD
Commissioner Abraham offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Gault, that the
Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A COOPERATION AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
CORPS OF ENGINEERS FOR REHABILITATION OF A FEDERAL FLOOD
CONTROL WORK". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of
Paducah hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute a Cooperation Agreement between the
United States of America, Department of the Army Corps of Engineers for rehabilitation
assistance for damages sustained to the City of Paducah Levee System during the 2011
Flood pursuant to Public Law 84-99 as documented in the USACE's Project Information
Reports approved by the Division Engineer on November 21, 2013.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
• PRDA meets tomorrow at 1:15.
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Due to the flood stage of the river, no one can launch their boats at the Broadway -
Kentucky entrance to the riverfront. They can launch their boats at the new boat
launch located at 6th and Burnett Streets.
The Paducah Renaissance Office located at 605 Broadway will be closed
permanently after January 1.
MAYOR & COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
• Mayor thanked everyone who helped with getting her float constructed for the
Christmas parade. She also thanked Paducah Water Works for sponsoring the
float.
Commissioner Abraham attended the KLC Kentucky Black Caucus meeting in
Lexington last week.
DECEMBER 17, 2013
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None were given.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Commissioner Gault offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Abraham, 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).
Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Abraham, Gault, Rhodes, Wilson and
Mayor Kaler (5).
Upon motion the meeting adjourned.
ADOPTED: January 7, 2014
City Clerk
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