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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/26/07257 JUNE 26, 2007 At a Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners, held on Tuesday, June 26, 2007, 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 Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). Commissioner Coleman was absent (1). ADDITIONS/DELETIONS Item IV(B), Adjustments to Classification/Pay Schedule Table was added to the agenda. PRESENTATION DUKE OF PADUCAH AWARD TO BILL FORD Mayor Paxton presented a "Duke of Paducah" award to Hong Ming Song. Prof. Song has been at Western Kentucky Community and Technical College teaching students for the last year. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Phil McIntosh, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce along with other members Helen Sims, Mary Hammond, Jim Tidwell and Director Elaine Spalding thanked the City for its continued support and partnership this year and hope to have another great year. CITY OF PADUCAH SPOTLIGHT Matthew Howell, City Manager Intern, spotlighted the Island Creek Clean -Up Project. This project was initiated with grant funds in the amount of $1 million to clean up environmental areas. Pat Stephenson, Street Superintendent, is in charge of this project. With the help of outside contractors 1,225.03 tons of trash has been cleaned up. MINUTES Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the reading of the Minutes for May 29, 31 and June 12, 2007, be waived and that the Minutes of said meetings prepared by the City Clerk be approved as written. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). APPOINTMENTS CIVIC BEAUTIFICATION BOARD Mayor Paxton made the following appointments and reappointments: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby reappoint Lisa Kupper and Ann Webb as members of the Civic Beautification Board. These terms will expire July 1, 2010 and; WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby reappoint Shirley France, Paula Bright, Sandy Miles, Mary Lynn Thompson, Sue Reid Draper, Judith Bray, Phyllis Stovesand, Henry Barbour, Eleanor Coffinan, Mary Hammond, Jonathan Hines, Elizabeth Kelly, Kathy Keeney, Chuck Wahl, Elaine Oehlschlaeger, and Tricia Baxter as members of the Civic Beautification Board. These terms will expire July 1, 2011." Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Paxton in reappointing Lisa Kupper, Ann Webb, Shirley France, Paula Bright, Sandy Miles, Mary Lynn Thompson, Sue Reid Draper, Judith Bray, Phyllis Stovesand, Henry Barbour, Eleanor Coffinan, Mary Hammond, Jonathan Hines, Elizabeth Kelly, Kathy Keeney, Chuck Wahl, Elaine Oehlschlaeger, and Tricia Baxter as members of the Civic Beautification Board. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). PADUCAH-McCRACKEN COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER Mayor Paxton made the following reappointment and appointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby reappoint Steven Skaggs as a member of the Paducah -McCracken County Senior Citizens Board. This term will expire July 1, 2010; and 258 JUNE 26, 2007 WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby appoint Danny Orazine as a member of the Paducah -McCracken County Senior Citizens Board to replace Patsy Trabucco who has resigned. This term will expire July 1, 2009." Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Paxton in reappointing Steven Skaggs and appointing Danny Orazine as members of the Paducah -McCracken County Senior Citizens Board. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (4). PADUCAH-MCCRACKEN COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER CORPORATION Mayor Paxton made the following reappointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby reappoint Harold Coleman as a member of the Paducah -McCracken County Convention Center Corporation. This term will expire January 1, 2009." Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Paxton in reappointing Harold Coleman as a member of the Paducah -McCracken County Convention Center Corporation." Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). PADUCAH-McCRACKEN COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER CORPORATION Mayor Paxton made the following reappointment: "WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, and jointly with the McCracken County Judge/Executive, I hereby reappoint Scott Powell, Phillip McIntosh, Jim Sigler, Kim Rust, Don Mitchell, Bob Hoppmann, and Hal Sullivan as members of the Paducah - McCracken County Convention Center Corporation. These terms will expire January 1, 2009, and; WHEREAS, subject to the approval of the Board of Commissioners, and jointly with the McCracken County Judge/Executive, I hereby appoint Kristin Williams and Brian S. Katz as members of the Paducah -McCracken County Convention Center Corporation. These terms will expire January 1, 2009." Commissioner Kaler 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 reappointing Scott Powell, Phillip McIntosh, Jim Sigler, Kim Rust, Don Mitchell, Bob Hoppmann, and Hal Sullivan as members of the Paducah - McCracken County Convention Center Corporation; and, that the Board of Commissioners approve the action of Mayor Paxton, and jointly with the McCracken County Judge/Executive, in appointing Kristin Williams and Brian S. Katz as members of the Paducah -McCracken County Convention Center Corporation. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). 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) Paducah Sheet Metal Inc. (b) Brian Womble Construction LLC 2. Contracts/Agreements: (a) SunGuard HTE Looking Glass Software (2007-6-7287) (b) Atlas Roofing Contractors Inc. for Roof Replacement on the Boyles Building (2007-5-7275) 259 JUNE 26, 2007 BIDS PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT TREE CUTTING & REMOVAL SERVICE 1. Asplundh Tree Expert Company COMPACT MOTOR GRADER a. ERB Equipment %2 TON GAS 4X4 REGULAR CAB PICKUP TRUCK 4 WHEEL DRIVE —1 EA. POLICE INTERCEPTOR PURSUIT VEHICLE — 9 EA. NON PURSUIT VEHICLE — 1 EA. %2 TON GAS 4 DOOR CREW CAB PICKUP TRUCK 2 WHEEL DRIVE —1 EA. %2 TON GAS REGULAR CAB PICKUP TRUCK 2 WHEEL DRIVE —1 EA. 1 TON DIESEL 4X4 CAB & CHASSIS WITH SERVICE BED —1 EA. 1. Paducah Ford Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). MUNICIPAL ORDERS PERSONNEL CHANGES (ROUTINE) 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 Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). ADJUSTMENTS TO CLASSIFICATION/PAY SCHEDULE TABLE Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that a Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION/PAY SCHEDULE TABLE FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH," be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (4). M.O.#1301; BK 6; PG CREATE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR POSITION Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that a Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION/PAY SCHEDULE TABLE AND TABLE 3 PAY RANGES FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY TO CREATE THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AND TO CREATE THE POSITIONOF DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR," be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (4). M.O.#1302; BK 6; PG APPROVE OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT LETTER Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that a Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LETTER OF EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PADUCAH AND STEVE DOOLITTLE FOR EMPLOYMENT AS THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR FOR THE CITY," be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (4). M.O.#1303; BK 6; PG 260 JUNE 26, 2007 PERSONNEL CHANGES — DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Commissioner Kaler 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 Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). INCREASE SOLID WASTE FEES Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that a Municipal Order entitled, "A MUNICIPAL ORDER ADOPTING A REVISED SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR SOLID WASTE PICK UP PURSUANT TO THE SOLID WASTE ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 94, SOLID WASTE, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY TO INCREASE RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL RATES," be adopted. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, and Mayor Paxton (3). Nays, Commissioner Watkins (1). M.O.#1305; BK 6; PG ORDINANCES - ADOPTION ADOPT FY2008 BUDGET Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2007, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2008, BY ESTIMATING REVENUES AND RESOURCES AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE OPERATION OF CITY GOVERNMENT." This ordinance is summarized as follows: Adopting the City of Paducah annual budget for Fiscal Year July 1, 2007, through June 30, 2008, by estimating revenues and resources and appropriating funds for the operation of City - Government. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). ORD.#2007-6-7288; BK 31; PG CIVIC CENTER EVENT SET-UP CONTRACT RENEWAL Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH CROWDUS MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING SERVICES FOR EVENT SET-UP SERVICES FOR THE ROBERT CHERRY CIVIC CENTER, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute a contract renewal for a period of one (1) year with Crowdus Maintenance and Cleaning Services, in an amount not to exceed $34,000.00, for event set-up services for the Robert Cherry Civic Center. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). ORD.#2007-6-7289; BK 31; PG ACQUISTION OF TEXACO PROPERTY IN LOWER TOWN Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 402 NORTH SEVENTH STREET AND PROVIDING AUTHORITY TO THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE ON BEHALF OF THE CITY A DEED OF CONVEYANCE AND OTHER DOCUMENTS NECESSARY FOR SAID ACQUISTION." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah hereby approves the purchase of real property located at 402 North Seventh Street in the amount of $68,000, to be used for arts related events and to serve as an information center for the Lower Town Arts Center and Downtown Partnership and authorizes the Mayor to execute a Deed of Conveyance between Western Kentucky Community Development, Inc., and the City of Paducah, Kentucky, and any other documents necessary for said acquisition. 261 JUNE 26, 2007 Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). ORD.#2007-6-7290; BK 31; PG ACCEPT 2007 U.S. DOT SECTION 112 GRANT FOR RIVERFRONT DEVELOPMENT Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATING THERETO WITH THE COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, TRANSPORTATION CABINET FOR A SECTION 112 GRANT FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF PADUCAH'S RIVERFRONT." 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 Commonwealth of Kentucky, Transportation Cabinet, in the amount of $2,277,000 for a Section 112 Grant for the redevelopment of Paducah's riverfront. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). 2007-6-7291; BK 31; PG AUTHORIZE CONTRACT FOR OPERATION OF GOVERNMENTAL ACCESS CHANNEL Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR OPERATION OF THE GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL 11 AND OTHER RELATED SERVICES." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute a contract between the City of Paducah, Paducah Cable Authority, West Kentucky Community & Technical College and Paducah Junior College in an amount not to exceed $70,000.00 for operation of the Government Channel 11 and related services for the City. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). 2007-6-7292; BK 31; PG AGREEMENT WITH KYTC DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS FOR ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS ON COLEMAN ROAD AT US 60 Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY, TRANSPORTATION CABINET, DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS FOR THE COLEMAN ROAD/U.S. 60 INTERSECTION ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute an agreement with the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Transportation Cabinet, Department of Highways, for the Coleman Road/U.S. 60 Intersection Roadway Improvements. The Department will reimburse the City up to $425,000 for construction expenses incurred during this project. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). ORD.#2007-6-7293; BK 31; PG CLOSE PORTION OF SANDERS AVENUE AND AN ALLEY IN BLOCKS 16 & 17 OF L.D. SANDERS ARCADIA SUBDIVISION Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE CLOSING OF A PORTION OF SANDERS AVENUE AND A 15' WIDE ALLEY LOCATED IN BLOCKS 16 & 17 OF THE L. D. SANDERS ARCADIA SUBDIVISION". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah does hereby authorize the closing of a portion of Sanders Avenue and a 15' wide alley located in Blocks 16 & 17 of the L. D. Sanders Arcadia Subdivision, and further, authorizes, empowers and directs the Mayor to execute the plat and quitclaim deeds from the City to the property owners in or abutting the public ways to be closed. Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins and Mayor Paxton (4). ORD.#2007-6-7294; BK 31; PG 262 JUNE 26, 2007 ORDINANCES — INTRODUCTION SALARY INCREASE FOR CITY MANAGER Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SALARY OF THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY." This ordinance is summarized as follows: Increasing the current annual salary for the City Manager by $2,994.73 for a total salary of $102,819.20 effective July 19, 2007. ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR TRANSFER AND REMODELING ARCADE THEATRE BUILDING 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 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AMONG THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, AND SHARON GRAVES AND BRENT LAMO WITH RESPECT TO A PUBLIC PROJECT; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF VARIOUS DOCUMENTS RELATED TO SUCH MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The City hereby approves the Memorandum of Understanding among the City and Sharon Graves and Brent Lamo. The Mayor of the City is hereby authorized to execute the MOU, together with such other agreements, instruments or certifications which may be necessary to accomplish the transaction contemplated by the MOU with such changes in the MOU not inconsistent with this Ordinance and not substantially adverse to the City as may be approved by the official executing the same on behalf of the City. APPROVE WESTWOOD HILLS SUBDIVISION Commissioner Watkins 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 RESPECTING THE PROPOSED FINAL SUBDIVISION OF WESTWOOD HILLS OF PROPERTY OF SHEPHERDS NEST, LLC FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON/AT PINES ROAD AND ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF RIGHT OF WAY AND EASEMENTS." This ordinance is summarized as follows: Approve final report of the Paducah Planning Commission respecting the proposed subdivision Westwood Hills of property of property of Shepherds Nest, LLC for property located on/at Pines Road, and accepting the dedication of right of way and easements. In addition, the City of Paducah hereby accepts an Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit in the amount of $775,000.00 and authorizes the Mayor to subscribe a certificate of approval on the plat. WESTERN BAPTIST HOSPITAL PARKING LOT/R-O-W IMPROVEMENTS Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO MAKE REIMBURSEMENT TO WESTERN BAPTIST HOSPITAL FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THE AREA OF WASHINGTON STREET, OTIS DINNING DRIVE, AND NORTH 24TH STREET." This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the Finance Director is hereby authorized to make reimbursement to Western Baptist Hospital in the amount of $21,200.00 for improvements made to the City's right-of-way in the area of Washington Street, Otis Dinning Drive, and North 24th Street. AMEND AGREEMENT WITH JJR FOR OHO RIVER BOAT LAUNCH PROJECT Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT MODIFICATION 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 a contract modification to the agreement with JJR, LLC to include an environmental assessment for the Ohio River Boat Launch Project in the amount of $55,000, therefore, increasing the total contract amount to $210,275.00, and authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract for same. 263 JUNE 26, 2007 CLOSE PORTION OF NORTH 7" STREET AT BURNETT STREET Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE CLOSING OF A PORTION OF 7TH STREET WEST OF BURNETT STREET". This ordinance is summarized as follows: That the City of Paducah does hereby authorize the closing of a portion of 7th Street west of Burnett Street, and further, authorizes, empowers and directs the Mayor to execute the plat and quitclaim deeds from the City to the property owners in or abutting the public ways to be closed. PURCHASE VEHICLES FROM PADUCAH FORD Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BIDS OF PADUCAH FORD IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $318,765.00, FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF VEHICLES FOR USE BY VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAME." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The City of Paducah accepts the bids of Paducah Ford for sale to the City of one %2 ton gas 4x4 regular cab pickup truck 4 wheel drive in the amount of $22,920.00; nine police interceptor pursuit vehicles in the amount of $188,325.00; one non -pursuit vehicle in the amount of $21,845.00; one %2 ton gas 4 door crew cab pickup truck 2 wheel drive in the amount of $24,950.00; one %2 ton gas regular cab pickup truck 2 wheel drive in the amount of $20, 850.00; and one 1 ton diesel 4x4 cab & chassis with service bed in the amount of $39,875.00 for use by the departments of Public Works, Police, Floodwall and General Government, and authorizes the Mayor to execute a contract for same. PURCHASE GRADER FROM ERB EQUIPMENT Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BID FOR SALE TO THE CITY OF A COMPACT MOTOR GRADER FOR USE IN THE PUBLIC WORKS 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 ERB Equipment, in the total amount of $103,597.00, for a compact motor grader for use in the Public Works Department, said bids being in substantial compliance with bid specifications, and as contained in the bids of ERB Equipment, of June 13, 2007. APPROVE OWNER'S CONSENT & WAIVER FOR INFINITI MEDIA Commissioner Watkins offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners introduce an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY AUTHORIZING A LESSOR'S AND OWNERS' CONSENT AND WAIVER AMONG THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, THE COUNTY OF MCCRACKEN, KENTUCKY, THE PADUCAH MCCRACKEN COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, AND U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION WITH RESPECT TO PERSONAL PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE SUBLEASED PREMISES OF INFINITI PLASTIC TECHNOLOGIES, INC." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The Mayor of the City of Paducah, Kentucky, is hereby authorized and directed to execute a Consent and Waiver among the City of Paducah, McCracken County, Paducah - McCracken County Industrial Development Authority, U.S. Bank National Association and Infiniti Plastic Technologies, Inc. The Consent and Waiver fully releases any and all claims the City, County, or Industrial Development Authority may have to all personal property of Infiniti Plastic Technologies, Inc., located on the property subleased by Infiniti and acknowledges U.S. Bank's right to all personal property of Infiniti contained within the subleased premises in the event Infiniti defaults on its loan with U.S. Bank, specifically excepting from this release any fixtures owned by the City, County and Industrial Development Authority; and any and all other instruments deemed either necessary or desirable to carry out the recommendations of the Board to waive and release the claims specifically described in the Lessor's and Owners' Consent and Waiver. SATISFACTION & RELEASE OF AAA FABRICATORS Commissioner Kaler offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Smith, that the Board of Commissioners adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE IN -0 JUNE 26, 2007 EXECUTION OF THE SATISFACTION AND RELEASE OF AAA FABRICATORS, LLC, FROM THE TERMS OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING DATED AND ENTERED INTO ON JUNE 16, 2004 BETWEEN AAA FABRICATORS, LLC, THE CITY OF PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, AND MCCRACKEN COUNTY, KENTUCKY." This ordinance is summarized as follows: The City of Paducah, Kentucky, hereby authorizes and directs the Mayor to execute the Satisfaction and Release of AAA Fabricators, LLC from the Memorandum of Understanding between the City, McCracken County and AAA Fabricators, LLC, which provided economic incentives to AAA Fabricators. Due to AAA Fabricators' meeting all obligations contained in the MOU it is beneficial to the City to execute the Release and terminate the Memorandum of Understanding. CITY MANAGER REPORT • Cancel July 3rd Commission Meeting • Reminder of the Fourth of July event—fireworks will begin at dusk • Requested executive session for discussion of IAFF negotiations COMMISSIONER CONCERNS Commissioner Smith is concerned with the condition of the Jetton Symphony Hall. He would like for the City to find out if anything can be done to improve it. EXECUTIVE SESSION Commissioner Smith offered motion, seconded by Commissioner Watkins, that the Commission go into closed session for discussion of matters pertaining to the following topic: • Collective bargaining with public employees, as permitted by KRS 61.810(1(e). Adopted on call of the roll, yeas, Commissioners Kaler, Smith, Watkins, and Mayor Paxton (4). Upon motion the meeting adjourned. ADOPTED: July 10 , 2007 24��/M�Zf �&� City Clerk