♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ Welcome, everyone. Welcome, everyone. I'd like to go ahead and call to order the Urban County Council meeting of April 24th, 2025, and the first item is the roll call. Council Member Reynolds. Here. Council Member Savigney. Here. Council Member Sheehan. Here. Vice Mayor Wu. Here. Council Member Beazley. Yes, ma'am. Council Member Boone. Here. Council Member Brown. Here. Council Member Curtis. Yes, ma'am. Council Member Ellinger. Yes, ma'am. Council Member Elliot Baxter. Yes, ma'am. Council Member Gray. Here. Council Member Hale. Yes, ma'am. Council Member Legris. Here. Council Member Lynch. Present. And Council Member Morton. Thank you. Thank you very much. We have a quorum. And now, at this time, I'd like to welcome Father Brandon Bigham from the Christ the King, and he is going to offer our invocation. Welcome. Thank you. Thank you, Mayor and Council Members, for this invitation. I serve at the Cathedral of Christ the King. I'm a Catholic priest. I'd like to offer a couple of very brief comments on two of the virtues that I think all of us can be good with, and then a brief prayer. Hope. The virtue of hope. As a Christian, I'm a Christian, and many others here probably also practice that. We just celebrated Easter, and everyone's aware of that. Our hope as Christians is founded in the cross and resurrection of our Lord. And so, a very brief image for you is the image of Jesus's mother at the foot of the cross. She loves him so much that when it looks like all hope is lost, she's there with him anyway because she loves him so much and hopes for something better, which we then celebrate on Easter Sunday, for those of us who practice and believe in that way. Hope is not just a wish. It's a true and habitual belief that things can be better. And if you're serving on the council, probably you have this virtue of hope and desire and believe that things can be better. The other virtue that I want to mention very briefly is the virtue of prudence. Probably everybody who's here today agrees, for example, that we hope that every child in Lexington would have a stable and happy home life, good housing, and good food, and good education, and all of those basics. We might disagree about the details, but we hope that a child would have a happy, stable, and safe childhood. Prudence comes in, though, how do we apply it here and now? What can successfully help us to apply it here and now in the city of Lexington? Which is different from Wilmore, where I grew up in the 90s. It's a different context, so different exercise of prudence to work for those goods, if those would be what we were looking at today. And so I want to pray today for the virtue of hope and the virtue of prudence. Lord, we come before you today asking for your hope that we may always believe and desire and work for something that is better. And by your grace and by your guidance, seek that and work towards it. We ask for the virtue of prudence for these council members and all those who assist them or work with them today, that you would grant them the virtue of prudence so that today as they look for things that maybe all of us agree to be good, that they would also work to carefully discern how to carry that out for the good of the people of the city of Lexington. We ask this for you live and reign forever and ever. Thank you. Thank you very much. Next we have two sets of minutes. The April 15th, 2025 Mayor's Budget Address and the April 17th, 2025 Council Meeting. Do I hear a motion? Motion approved. Council Member Ellinger and I believe Council Member Curtis seconded. And are there questions, corrections or additions? All right. All those in favor of approval say aye. Aye. Is anyone opposed? All right. That motion passes. Thank you. Now we will turn to presentations. All right. First I would like to invite Coach John Murphy. Where are you? Right there in the back. And Council Member Denise Gray to join me at the podium. Hi. Hi. Nice to meet you. Nice to meet you. John Murphy is the head coach of the, and actually, can we get all the girls up here? Let's try. We're going to pack this space right here. You all look beautiful. As usual. Okay. We'll just pack it in. Okay. Come on. I mean. Okay. There's plenty of space up here. Quite a crowd. All right. John Murphy is the head coach of the Frederick Douglass High School cheerleading team. And you're actually, will you come stand up with me? We are joined by members of the team this evening and I thank all of you for being here. I think there are also some parents here. Are there any parents out there? Lots. The Frederick Douglass cheerleaders recently won second place in the 2025 Universal Cheerleaders Association National High School Cheerleading Championships. What a great accomplishment. Coach Murphy, you have a wonderful team back here and I congratulate all of you on your success. Now, at this time, I would like to present you with a proclamation. And here's how it goes. Whereas the Frederick Douglass cheerleaders recently won second place in the 2025 Universal Cheerleaders Association National High School Cheerleading Championships. And whereas in 2020, the team won second place in the competition and it won a state championship title in 2019. And whereas the team has demonstrated great pride in both their sport and their school. And whereas we congratulate the Frederick Douglass cheerleaders on their many achievements. Now, therefore, I, Linda Gorton, Mayor of Lexington, do hereby declare April 24th, 2025, Frederick Douglass Cheerleading Day in Lexington. Congratulations. Oh, that's so good. Would you like to say a few words? Okay. Wow. Well, first, I'd like to start off by thanking you for this wonderful achievement of ours. But, you know, these girls work tirelessly all year long. Our season never ends. So they're practicing five days a week, cheering two to three games a week, all while balancing school. And, you know, I think that their hard work and all their sacrifices really, you know, our achievements this year are a testament to that. To show that, you know, when you work hard, when you commit to something, when you are, you know, bonded with your team and work hard, there are, you know, there are good consequences and rewards that come with that. So I really want to thank you guys for having us here today. And we're really blessed and honored. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Now I'd like to ask Councilmember Gray to say a few words. Let me get out of the way. We are packed in, aren't we? It's a great group of wonderful scholars. Student athletes is what they are. Cheerleading, although many people don't understand this, cheerleading is a sport. It's one of the most athletic sports that we do have. And these young ladies, I've watched them all year. They did not know that I was there at all. I showed up to their showcase when they were getting ready for nationals just to show my support without them knowing who I am. And I'm just glad that they went to nationals in Orlando and showed everyone what Kentucky is known for. Just for everyone who doesn't understand this or know this, Kentucky is a cheerleading state. This is what we're known for. We have Donna Robinson Wilson, who is legendary in the cheerleading world. I grew up watching her coach numerous squads, especially the Henry Clay High School cheers program when they were winning national titles all around. And put an eye on the city of Lexington. And watching these young ladies display. We have several honor roll students here. We have several people who have gone through the program who have gone off to the wonderful, the best. All-girl cheer squad in the nation, which is the University of Louisville all-girl cheer squad, which I founded. So congratulations to these young ladies. And evidently, we only have maybe two seniors on this squad, which is an awesome thing for this entire program. So I'm looking forward to presenting you with another proclamation when you win the first, the best, number one in the entire United States in your division. So I'm counting on you all. I am cheering for you, and I'm rooting for you every single step of the way. Proud of you, and keep it up. Keep it up. Keep it up. You're not going to be in the picture. Turn around. Turn around. There you go. There you go. One, two, three. One more. One, two, three. Now let's do an action one, a back flip. There's nothing that can be true. I love it. Congratulations. Now, I'd like to ask Debra Hodge and council member Tyler Morton to join me at the podium. I'd like to ask Debra Hodge and council member Tyler Morton to join me at the podium. I'd like to ask Debra Hodge and council member Tyler Morton to join me at the podium. Debra is with Artists Handshaping a New Society, an organization dedicated to artistic expression and musical excellence among young performers. We are also joined by members of the organization as well as some of her board members. And I want to thank each and every one of you for being here tonight. The organization recently hosted the Bring Back the Melody Showcase, celebrating the incredible talent of its students and highlighting the importance of music education in our community. Debra, this is a wonderful group with a wonderful mission. And I really appreciate all that you are doing for Lexington Fayette. And at this time, I'd like to read and present a proclamation. And here's how it goes. Bring Back the Melody Showcase Day. Whereas Artistic Handshaping a New Society is dedicated to fostering creativity, artistic expression, and musical excellence among young performers. And whereas the organization hosted the Bring Back the Melody Showcase on January 25th, 2025. Celebrating the incredible talent of its students and highlighting the importance of music education in our community. And whereas the following students demonstrated exceptional dedication and artistry in their performances. Ella Chitwood, Hudson Weber, Camden Heist, Anna Mandel, Adeline Peterson, Brayden Laswell, Keely O'Loughlin, Lila Smith, Phoenix Berryman, and MJ and Tennyson Prather. And whereas the showcase provided a platform for young artists to develop their skills, build confidence, and share their musical gifts with the public. And whereas the organization continues to inspire the next generation of musicians and artists, securing the cultural and educational fabric of our city. Now, therefore, I, Linda Gorton, Mayor of Lexington, do hereby declare April 24th, 2025, Bring Back the Melody Day Showcase Day in Lexington. Congratulations. Would you like to say a few words? On behalf of the Assange Organization, we certainly appreciate this esteemed award and recognition. It is always our mission to uplift our young people through the arts. And of course, one of our missions is to combat gun violence through the arts. So we do pray for continued support for that. And we will be holding our annual Bring Back the Melody Showcase competition November 15th at the public library. And feel free to come out and support these young people. We appreciate it. Thank you. Thank you. Council Member Morton, would you like to say a few words? Thank you, Mayor. So good evening. Today I'm proud to recognize Assange, also known as Artistic Hand Shaping and New Society, for their powerful commitment to uplifting our youth through arts. In a world where young people face so many challenges, Assange gives them a safe space to create, express, and grow. They remind us that the arts aren't just about talent, they're about healing, hope, and opportunity. Their motto says it all. While it takes one hand to hold a gun, it takes two hands to create art. By investing in creativity, we invest in a safer and stronger future. So on behalf of the First District Council Office, the Urban County Council, we thank you for shaping a better tomorrow. A brush stroke, one beat, and one student at a time. Thank you. Thank you. Yes. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. How you doing? Good. How are you? Good. Good. Good. I think we're good when you expect it. We are. We are. Thank you. Thank you. I think they're really nice, I really like them. Thank you. Congratulations. Thank you very much. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Congratulations. All right. Thank you so much. The next item is public comment for issues on the agenda and it looks like we do not have anyone signed up for this time. So that leads us to second reading of ordinances. Item 1. An ordinance changing the zone from an interchange service business B5P zone to a light industrial I-1 zone for a 0.99 net 1.31 gross acres for property located at 125 Cane Break Drive, D&J Realty Incorporated, Council District 12. Item 2. An ordinance amending the authorized rank by abolishing one unclassified position of grants manager, grade 524E, and grade one classified position of parks and recreation superintendent, grade 526E, all in the division of parks and recreation, effective upon passage of council. Item 3. An ordinance amending the authorized rank by abolishing one unclassified position of emergency planning coordinator, grade 516E, and grade one classified position of emergency planning coordinator, grade 516E, all in the division of emergency management, effective upon passage of council. Item 4. An ordinance creating section 1255-1 of the code of ordinances related to the Landlord Tenant Act to prohibit landlord retaliation for tenant complaints to a governmental agency. An ordinance creating section 1255-2 of the code of ordinances related to the Landlord Tenant Act to allow tenant remedies for retaliation. An ordinance creating section 1255-3 of the code of ordinances related to the Landlord Tenant Act for exclusion for retaliation. An ordinance creating section 1255-4 of the code of ordinances related to the Landlord Tenant Act to the state, Lynwood liability pursuant to KRS 383.625 and ordinance. And an ordinance creating section 1255-5 of the code of ordinances related to the Landlord Tenant Act to specify tenant remedies for retaliation. Item 5. An ordinance amending certain of the budgets of the Lexington Fair Urban County Government to reflect current requirements for municipal expenditures and appropriating re-prepping funds FY 2025 schedule number 21. Thank you. Thank you. Is there a motion to approve? Move to approve. Second. Thank you. Council Member Baxter second. Council Member Gray and when you're ready if you'll take a roll call vote please. Council Member Reynolds. Yes. Council Member Savigny. Yes. Council Member Bianca. Yes. Council Member Goodell. Yes. Council Member W слушasz. Yes. Council Member Chen. Yes. Vice Mayor Woo. Yes. Council Member Beasley. Yes ma'am. Council member Boone. Yes yes. Thank you. Council Member Brown. Yes. Council Member Curtis. Yes ma'am. Council Member Ellinger. Yes ma'am. Council Member Elliott Baxter. Yes. Council Member Gray. Yes. Council Member LeGray. Yes. Council Member Lynch. Yes. Thank you. So now it is time for first reading of ordinances. Item 6. An ordinance amending certain of the budgets of the Lexington Fair Urban County Government to reflect current requirements for municipal expenditures in appropriating wind appropriating funds FY 2025 Schedule No. 22. Item 7. An ordinance amending Section 576.1 of the Code of Ordinance related to required fees for electrical wiring work not exceeding $30,000 to increase the rates as follows. Rough wire inspections for the first 10 circuits from 55 to 65. Rough wire inspections from 55 to 65. Re-inspection from 35 to 45. Final inspection from 55 to 65 for up to 10 circuits. Temporary on permanent inspections from 55 to 65. Manufactured or mobile home service from 55 to 65. Apartment rough wire and temporary inspection from 35 to 55 and apartments final inspection from 35 to 55. Amending Section 576.2 of the Code of Ordinance is related to the required fees to change fees on contracts for $40,000 and above to contracts for $30,000 and above to 1% of the total cost. Item 8. An ordinance amending Section 2253.1 of the Code of Ordinance is related to the police academy examination for appointment to authorize the making of conditional offers earlier in the hiring process and to simplify the hiring process by eliminating the phased approach to the examination. Item 9. An ordinance reestablishing and continuing pursuant to KRS 91.750 at SEC to the downtown Lexington Management District previously created and established pursuant to Ordinance Number 52-2015 and previously reestablished pursuant to Ordinance Number 32-2020 and providing for its boundaries. A 15-member board, the requirements of an appointing process for board members and their term limits, the powers of the board, the fiscal year commencing on July 1st, the undertaking of economic improvements by the board, a budget and audit process, an affirmative action plan, public information and assessment not to exceed $0.10 of $100 of the assessed property value for each assessed property within the district, a contesting and appeal process, liens, an annual report to property owners, ethical requirements on board members, termination of the district on July 1, 2035 unless reestablished by the Urban County Council in accordance with the state statute, board guidelines, contracting requirements, management, marketing and administration, reporting requirements, and advisory council to the board, severability, all effective upon date of passage. Item 10. An ordinance amending the authorized strength by abolishing unclassified position of behavioral health wellness coordinator grade 523E in the Division of Police effective upon passage of council. And item 11. An ordinance amending the authorized strength by creating two classified positions of overdose prevention project coordinator grade 519N in the Division of Fire and Emergency Services effective upon passage of council. Thank you. Thank you. Are there any walk-ons, council? All right. Are there any motions to suspend the rules and give second reading? All right. That takes us then to second reading of resolutions. Item 1. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of Urban County Government to execute an agreement awarding class B infrastructure incentive grant to Fayette County Public Schools for stormwater quality project at a cost not exceed $310,081.50. Item 2. A resolution accepting a bid of LATCO Incorporated in the amount of $1,634,958 for the Plank View Trunk Sewer Project for the Division of Water Quality and authorizing the mayor on behalf of the Urban County Government to execute an agreement with LATCO Incorporated related to the bid. Item 3. A resolution accepting a bid of W Principles LLC DBA, the Walker Company of Kentucky in the amount of $844,000 for the Town Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Digester Roof Leak Repairs for the Division of Water Quality and authorizing the mayor on behalf of Urban County Government to execute an agreement with W Principles LLC DBA, the Walker Company of Kentucky related to the bid. Item 4. A resolution accepting a bid of All Safe Industries in the amount of $138,511.37 for the Red Wave Monitor Rebid for the Division of Fire and Emergency Management. Item 5. A resolution ratifying the permanent classified civil service appointments of Alejandro Rostro Medina, Accounts Payable Assistant, Grade 510N, 17.193 hourly in the Division of Accounting, effective April 7th, 2025, Justin Talbert, Administrative Specialist, Grade 516N, 23.730 hourly in the Division of Revenue, effective March 14th, 2025, Joe Black, Program Manager Senior, Grade 523E, 2,717.68 biweekly in the Department of Planning and Preservation, effective April 7th, 2025, Ron Hughes, Municipal Engineer Senior, Grade 528E, 3,576.96 biweekly in the Division of Engineering, effective March 9th, 2025, Carl Flynn, Engineering Technician, Grade 515N, 23.393 hourly in the Division of Engineering, effective April 7th, 2025, Jonathan Miller, Public Service Supervisor, Grade 517N, 29.449 hourly in the Division of Streets and Roads, effective March 9th, 2025, Megan Jarrett, Administrative Specialist, Grade 516N, 23.500 hourly in the Division of Human Resources, effective April 1st, 2025, Yesenia Lombera Villanueva, Staff Assistant Senior, Grade 511N, 17.215 hourly in the Division of Police, effective March 23rd, 2025, Kelsia Hergert, Staff Assistant Senior, Grade 511N, 17.294 hourly in the Division of Police, effective March 23rd, 2025, Delenis Webb, Utilities Data Analyst, Grade 518N, 25.592 hourly in the Division of Environmental Services, effective March 16th, 2025, Nicholas Klaus, Vehicle and Equipment Technician Principal, Grade 521N, 31.112 hourly in the Division of Facilities and Fleet Management, effective April 7th, 2025, Robert Morgan, Vehicle and Equipment Technician Senior, Grade 519N, 31.514 hourly in the Division of Facilities and Fleet Management, effective April 7th, 2025, Bernadette LaChanze-Fitch, Staff Assistant Senior, Grade 511N, 19.145 hourly in the Division of Parks and Recreation, effective March 9th, 2025, Adrian Black, Public Service Worker, Grade 508N, 16.764 hourly in the Division of Parks and Recreation, effective March 9th, 2025, Krista Payton, Accountant, Grade 518N, 25.581 hourly in the Division of Grants and Special Programs, effective March 9th, 2025, and ratifying permanent sworn appointments of Nicholas Whitcomb, Lieutenant Grade 317E, 4,363.66 bi-weekly in the Division of Police, effective March 9th, 2025, Nathan Williams, Lieutenant Grade 317E, 4,363.66 bi-weekly in the Division of Police, effective March 9th, 2025. Item six, a resolution authorizing the division of fire to purchase a thermal break system install from Atlantic Emergency Solutions, a sole social provider and authorizing mayor on behalf of McKenna-Hairpin, execute any necessary agreement with Atlantic Emergency Solutions related to the procurement. The cost of this is $59,613.65, item seven. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of McKenna-Hairpin to execute change number five to the agreement with Marilia Design and Construction Incorporated for the Town Branch Park Access Improvement Project, increasing the contract price by the sum of $129,913, from $5,353,009 to $5,383,002, item eight. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of McKenna-Hairpin to execute change number one to the agreement with Atlantic Emergency Solutions for the refurbishment of a ladder fire apparatus, increasing the contract price by the sum of $269,331.11, from $1,151,769 to $1,421,099.11, item nine. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of McKenna-Hairpin to execute an agreement with Children's Advocacy Center of the Bluegrass for forensic interviews at a cost not exceeding $50,000, item ten. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of McKenna-Hairpin to execute an agreement with ESO for incident reporting software at a cost not exceeding $22,570.43, item 11. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of McKenna-Hairpin to execute a quote from ARI Phoenix Incorporated for four mobile vehicle lifts at a cost not exceeding $62,766.69, item 12. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of McKenna-Hairpin to execute an agreement awarding a class B infrastructure incentive grant to CBZ Enterprise LLC for a stormwater quality project at a cost not exceeding $331,500, item 13. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of McKenna-Hairpin to execute an agreement with Common Sail and Service for generators at a cost not exceed $3,429.31, item 14. A resolution authorizing the mayor to appoint Teresa Reynolds as the applicant agent for the purposes of obtaining certain federal financial assistance under the Disaster Relief Act, item 15. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of McKenna-Hairpin to execute a lease agreement with Metro Employee Credit Union for approximately 604 square feet of space located at the Phoenix building for an initial term of one year with the option for two additional renewals, item 16. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of McKenna-Hairpin to execute an agreement with the Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to accept $100,000 in federal funding for the Citation Boulevard Phase 3B project to provide a new route from the proposed intersection of Citation Boulevard and Winbert Drive to Russell Cave Road by receiving these funds. The urban county government acknowledges and agrees to ratify and adopt all statements, representations, warranties, covenants, and agreements obtained. Contained in this agreement, no matching funds are required, item 17. A resolution authorizing the director of the mayor on behalf of the urban county government to accept an award from the Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet 2024 Project Safe Neighborhood Eastern Grant in the amount of $79,206 for the FY 2025 to purchase an IBIS program subscription, no local matches required, and authorizing the mayor to transfer unencumbered funds from the grant budget, item 18. A resolution authorizing the director of the mayor on behalf of the urban county government to execute an agreement with St. Joseph Health Systems Incorporated for use of the emergency room for the cost of $3,000, item 19. A resolution establishing BL Anderson as a sole source provider of replacement parts for the Head Works bar screen compactor located at the West Hickman Wastewater Treatment Plant for the Division of Water Quality and authorizing the mayor or her designee on behalf of the urban county government to execute any necessary agreement with BL Anderson related to the procurement of these goods at a cost not to exceed $55,481 plus freight, item 20. A resolution authorizing the director of the mayor on behalf of the urban county government to execute the waste supply and disposal agreement order pursuant to RP number 45-2024 with the Republic Service of Kentucky LLC establishing a price contract for waste management disposal and transfer station operations for the Division of Waste Management and authorizing and directing the mayor on behalf of the urban county government. In the urban county government public facilities corporation to execute a lease and any other necessary documents related to the services provided in the waste supply and disposal agreement, item 21. A resolution authorizing the director of the mayor on behalf of the urban county government to execute an agreement with Kentucky Blood Center Incorporated to supply blood components and related services at a cost not to exceed $10,000, item 22. A resolution authorizing the division of police to purchase ESOP background software system from Miller Mendel Incorporated, a social service provider, and authorizing the mayor on behalf of the urban county government to execute any necessary agreement with Miller Mendel Incorporated related to the procurement at a cost not to exceed $6,468.75, item 23. A resolution authorizing the director of the mayor on behalf of the urban county government to execute a first amendment to the sub-recipient agreement with Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette-Bourbon-Harrison and Nichols Counties Incorporated, CAC, allocating an additional $54,981 in order to provide temporary emergency shelter and supportive services to homeless families caring for minor children, and authorizing the mayor to execute any other needed agreements or amendments with CAC related to these funds, item 24. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of the county government to execute purchase a service agreement with Arbor Youth Services Incorporated $100,000 Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette-Bourbon-Harrison and Nichols Counties Incorporated, 200,000 person to RP number 52025 for the administration of the Lex End Homelessness Housing Flex Fund at a cost not to exceed $300,000 for FY 2025, item 25. A resolution authorizing and directing the mayor, authorizing the mayor on behalf of the urban county government to execute purchase a service agreement with the following four organizations pursuant to RFP number 62025. Arbor Youth Services Incorporated $39,999 Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette-Bourbon-Harrison and Nichols Counties Incorporated $39,999, Greenhouse 17 Incorporated $38,700 and Lighthouse Ministries Incorporated $39,950 to provide one time funding to address identified system gaps and barriers to reducing homelessness at a cost not to exceed $158,648, item 26. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of the county government to execute engineering services agreement in pursuit to RFP number 41-2024. Western Associates Incorporated, Palmer Engineering, Stantec Consulting Services Incorporated, GRW Engineers, Prime AE Group Incorporated, and Banks Engineering to provide design services for the division of engineering under an indefinite services contract for future work awarded and funds budgeted on a project basis, item 27. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of the county government to execute an engineering services agreement in pursuit to RFP number 41-2024 with Lockner, Johnson, Murmurum, and Thompson Incorporated and Prime AE Group Incorporated to provide construction inspection services for the division of engineering under an indefinite services contract for future work awarded and funds budgeted on a project basis, item 28. A resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of every county government to execute engineering services agreement awarded pursuant to RFP number 41-2024 with Palmer Engineering, Lockner, and Strand Associates Incorporated to provide right of way services for the division of engineering under an indefinite services contract for future work awarded and funds budgeted on a project basis, item 29. A resolution authorizing the Department of Law on behalf of every county government to execute a professional services agreement with the law firm of Frost Brown, LLC for negotiating and other legal services related to the government center project, item 30. A resolution authorizing and directing the mayor on behalf of every county government to execute an agreement with Indigital Incorporated for a MEVO system at a cost not to exceed $20,250, item 31. A resolution authorizing and directing the mayor on behalf of every county government to accept an award of Marathon Community Investment Programs First Responder Grant in the amount of $3,405. No matching funds are required in authorizing the mayor to transfer adequate funds from the grant budget, and item 32. A resolution authorizing and directing the mayor on behalf of every county government to execute an agreement related to the council capital project expenditure funds with the key assets of Kentucky Incorporated 25,000 and LFUCG Division of Parks and Recreation 2400 for the office of the Urban County Council at a cost not to exceed the sum stated. Thank you. Thank you. Is there a motion to approve? Thank you, Council Member Baxter, seconded by Council Member Curtis. And we'll have a roll call vote. Council Member Reynolds? Yes. Council Member Savicny? No on number one, yes on the rest. Okay, thank you. Council Member Sheehan? Yes. Vice Mayor Wu? Yes. Council Member Beasley? No on number one, yes on the rest. Thank you. Council Member Boone? Yes, ma'am. Council Member Brown? Yes. Council Member Curtis? Yes, ma'am. Council Member Ellinger? Yes, ma'am. Council Member Elliot Baxter? Yes. Council Member Gray? No on number one, and yes on the rest. Council Member LaGrie? Yes. Council Member Lynch? Yes. And Council Member Morton? No on number one, yes on the rest. Thank you, those all pass. Now we're ready for first reading of resolutions. Item 33, a resolution accepting a bid of Midwest Rescue Products Incorporated in the amount of $41,270.25 for the FL 360 cameras and listening device for the Division of Fire and Emergency Services, item 34. A resolution accepting a bid of Aquitas Power Company Incorporated Company in the amount of $456,800 for the Midtown Branch Primary Effluent Pump Station MCC replacement for the Division of Water Quality and authorizing the Mayor on behalf of the Urban County Government to execute an agreement with Aquitas Power Company related to the bid, item 35. A resolution ratifying the permanent classified civil service appointment of Waylon Ree Bowen, public service worker senior grade 510N, 16.945 hourly in the Division of Streets and Roads effective April 7th, 2025, item 36. A resolution authorizing the Mayor on behalf of the Urban County Government to accept an award of funds in the amount of $30,000 from the FIT Education Foundation via the Bluegrass Community Foundation related to the administration of One Lexington, it takes a village summer program, ITAV, the acceptance of which does not obligate a local match expenditure from the Urban County Government, item 37. A resolution authorizing the Mayor on behalf of the Urban County Government to execute an MOA with Fayette County Public Schools to establish guidelines for the EMT program, item 38. It was- Excuse me, just one minute. We need a pause. Council Member Brown has a motion. Thank you, Mayor. I move to amend item number 38 under resolution's first reading relating to the execution of the first amendment to the loan agreement with Space Tango LLC to replace reference of 187,000 to 187,500,000. So moved. Second. 187,500,000. Is that what I said? Yeah. The number that's changing is the 000 to 500. Yes. In 187,500. Yes. Is there a second? Is there a second? Council Member Morton seconds. All right. Any questions? Okay. All those in favor, say aye. Aye. Anyone opposed? Thank you, so that will be the first reading. Okay. Item 38, a resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of the county government to execute a first amendment to the loan agreement and any related documents with Space Tango LLC to reduce the loan amount from 250,000 to $187,500 as amended. Item 39, a resolution authorizing the division of police to purchase transport harnesses from Safe Restraints Incorporated, a sole source provider and authorizing the mayor on behalf of the county government to execute any necessary agreement with Safe Restraints Incorporated related to the procurement at a cost that would exceed $43,527.24. Item 40, a resolution authorizing and directing the mayor on behalf of the county government to execute and submit the 2025 consolidated plan grant application to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, HUD, to provide any additional information requested in connection with this grant application to accept this grant if the application is approved, which grant funds for the FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant Program $2,320,758. A program $1,206,372.03, an emergency solution grant, a program $205,743. The extended which obligates the urban county government to the expenditure of $361,000 from various funding sources as a local match and authorizing the mayor to execute agreements for the approved plan and authorizing the mayor to transfer unaccompanied funds from the grant budget. Item 41, a resolution authorizing the mayor on behalf of the county government to execute an agreement in a related order formed with Granicus LLC for legislative management software and other related subscriptions for the office of the council clerk at a cost estimated not to exceed $110,531.31 in FY 2026. With annual increases estimated not to exceed 10% subject to sufficient funds being appropriated in future fiscal years, item 42. A resolution authorizing and directing the mayor on behalf of the county government to execute the professional services agreement in work pursuant to RFP number 3, 2025 with TSW incorporated for access and sport court redevelopment schematic design and cost estimates at Castlewood Park. The cost not to exceed $36,900 and item 43, a resolution approving the FY 2026 budget, Alexander and Fayette County Parking Authority, Lex Park, as well as approved a proposed fee and rate increases effective September 1, 2025 pursuant to KRS 67A.921. Thank you. All right, thank you. Are there any walk-ons? All right, any motions to suspend the rules? Council Member Morton. Thank you. I move to suspend the rules and give item number 42 relating to Castlewood Park access and sports course design service second reading to move this project along for time-sensitive reasons. So moved. Second. Council Member Reynolds seconds. Are there any questions? All those in favor, say aye. Aye. Is anyone opposed? All right, that passes. Are there any other motions to suspend the rules? All right, we just then have number 42, if you'll give it a second reading. Okay, item 42, a resolution authorizing the Director of the Mayor on behalf of McConnick up next to you to professional services to be reported pursuant to RFP number 3, 2025 with TSW incorporated for access and sport court redevelopment schematic design and cost estimates at Castlewood Park at a cost not to exceed $36,900, thank you. All right, thank you. Is there a motion to approve? Motion approved. Second. Council Member Ellinger, second Council Member Savigny, and if you'll take a roll call vote, please. Council Member Reynolds? Yes. Council Member Savigny? Yes. Council Member Sheehan? Yes. Vice Mayor Woo? Yes. Council Member Beasley? Yes ma'am. Council Member Boone? Yes ma'am. Council Member Brown? Yes. Council Member Curtis? Yes ma'am. Council Member Ellinger? Yes ma'am. Council Member Elliott-Baxter? Council Member Gray? Yes. Council Member LaGray? Yes. Council Member Lynch? Yes. And Council Member Morton? Yes. Thank you. Thank you, that passes. Council Members, we have communications from the Mayor appointments. Thank you, Vice Mayor. Second by Council Member Morton. Are there any questions? All right, all those in favor, say aye. Aye. Is anyone opposed? All right, that motion passes. Next are procurements. Second. Council Member Baxter, Council Member Gray, seconds. Are there any questions? All those in favor, say aye. Aye. Is anyone opposed? All right, that motion passes. Thank you very much. We have communications from the Mayor for your information only. We have no fire or police disciplines. And that brings us to council announcements. Vice Mayor Wu. Thank you, Mayor. I would like to take this time to recognize Jillian Reisman, our public information officer, and in fact, our council's first ever public information officer. Tomorrow is her last day with us, so I want to take some time to acknowledge the work that she has done, not only in this role, but also helping us build the foundation for this new role for years to come. I've had the pleasure of working closely with Jillian throughout the planning of Council's Transportation Expo, with the Public Input Subcommittee, and most recently on creating and executing robust engagement for Lexington's Preservation and Growth Management Program. As an active member of the Public Input Subcommittee, making our government more accessible to our constituents and having their voices heard is a big priority for me. And Jillian has worked towards that vision during her time with the Urban County Council, and our community is better for it. So I want to thank Jillian for all her work and wish her the best of luck in her new adventures in Philadelphia. Thank you. Thank you. Council Member Baxter. Thank you, Mayor. I just wanted to show some more footage, but also say that I am so happy to announce that we have officially cut the ribbon on our Action Track Chair Program. The Mayor and Council Member Boone were with me yesterday as we announced this new program that will allow individuals with mobility challenges, permanent or temporary challenges, to experience Raven Run Nature Parks, or Nature Trails, sorry. You can reserve the chair for a day or afternoon. On the park's website, the days that they're available are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, 10 AM to noon, or 2 to 4 PM. The program kicks off the first full week of May, and we are expecting a lot of interest in it. It's a really great program for anybody who loves nature, but has faced some challenges getting back out into it. So I just thank everybody for being out today, and big thanks to our parks department for making this happen and creating this great program for our community. Thank you, Mayor. Thank you. Council Member Brown. Thank you, Mayor. I just want to thank you and your staff and other folks that helped me to celebrate my 10 years with LFUCG the other day. Y'all did a great job of surprising me, which I don't, I take pride in not being surprised a lot, but y'all actually got me. And I appreciate all the positive comments and the sentiments that my colleagues shared. One of the things I really appreciate about this job is working with council members and other folks in our community and other community partners, and especially the staff at LFUCG. And I think I've said it before, is that the one thing that I don't like about this job is once you get to know people and work with them, it always seems like they retire or leave or have other opportunities. So with that, I'll pivot and give my well wishes to Jillian. I think she's done a great job in the role of PIO. We know we were building that ship while we were flying it, and I think with the help of Shante Hall, our council administrator, they have worked to make that position better, I think we still have opportunity to improve on it. But I think Jillian has helped to get it into a good position. And then also, so I wish her the best in her new opportunity. And then I'd also like to wish the same to Tiffany Brown in your office, who is leaving. Tiffany came in with a big task in front of her, and she has actually been able to move mountains and makes a lot of things happen that have been positive and are positive and will be positive for our community. So I just wanted to wish her the best with her new opportunity, and I think she's done a great job since she's been here at LFUCG. So thank you, Mayor. Thank you, Council Member Lynch. Thank you, Mayor. Just want to again remind my district two neighbors about the Madison Station neighborhood cleanup that's happening on Saturday at 10 AM. Please meet in the clubhouse parking lot. Also, Kite Fest is Saturday at noon. Please come out to Madison Station Park for that. And then also on Monday will be our district wide meeting at Sandersville Elementary School from 6 PM to 7 30 in the library. From 6 PM to 6 30, we'll have representatives from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to talk to us about the changes coming to Leestown Road. And then at 6 30, I'll give district wide updates, including the new grocery store that's coming close to our district. Not in our district, but I'm still claiming it, Council Member Morton. Close to our district as well. And then lastly, I want to say a thank you and best wishes to Jillian. You have been a phenomenal public information officer for council. We thank you for your time with us and we look forward to supporting you in your future endeavors. And I just want to echo Council Member James Brown's well wishes to Tiffany Brown. You've been a phenomenal force in city government here in Lexington. And we will definitely miss your tenacity and your work ethic and your innovative ideas and best wishes on your next move. Thank you, Mayor. Thank you. Council Member Beasley. Thank you, Mayor. I would first like to start by thanking Father Bingham for giving our invocation tonight. I would also like to say goodbye to two of our family members, which is Jillian and Tiffany. Tomorrow's their last day and we do wish them the best. I'd like to point out that tomorrow is the Lexington Legends opening day. They are celebrating their 25th season with us. And then on Sunday, we will have the Battle of the Badges, so I hope everybody comes out and supports that. After the baseball game, our police and fire were battling each other in softball. Today we went to Tades Creek Middle School and Tades Creek High School for their IB program. And let me tell you about the most amazing kids all in one space. They are doing big things out there. One of them wrote a book about childhood diabetes. There's a group of agro-science kids out there that are building a greenhouse so that they can teach their community to grow their own food in hopes to have a farmer's market in their neighborhood by this time next year. So they're doing amazing work out there. Tomorrow, the Streets and Roads crew is coming to read with us at Tades Creek Elementary and bringing a dump truck. And I'm telling you that I've heard these kids talk about this dump truck for weeks now. So I'd like to thank them, which also leads me to our next thing. It is National Work Zone Awareness Week. And when you're out driving around, please stay aware of our folks, our public safety folks, our streets and roads, our parks people who are out there in our streets. Make sure that we're watching for them. Our first ever 8th District Youth Council will meet on April the 30th at the Tades Creek Community Center. I'm excited to get to know what these kids want to see in our neighborhood and around our neighborhood. The 8th District wide meeting is May 7th at Tades Creek Library from 530 to 630. This is very important. If you live by Green Tree, Streets and Roads has told us they're going to start paving that in May, so we're almost there. Just a few more weeks, folks, and we'll try and get Green Tree paved again. If you have any questions about it, reach out to our office. And then the last thing I have is make sure that you are watching our council comment about our safe haven baby box. I know I give Denise a hard time about me getting more watches than hers, but that is very important information. And so we need to share that with everybody so that they know that box is there. Councilmember Gray, sorry, not Denise. Thank you, ma'am. Thank you, Councilmember Gray. Thank you, Mayor. First of all, I would like to say to my colleague to my left, you will not beat me in the number of views. Okay, and second of all, I would like to say thank you to Director Charlie Martin of our Water Quality, Director Robert Larkin of our Emergency Management, and Director Jennifer Carey of our Environmental Services, as well as a huge thank you to the LPD for being at last night's six district wide meeting. Thank you for your insight. Also to the residents who live in Brookwood, please be aware that the project to the sewer water project will be getting any minute now. You should receive something in the mail from the city to alert you of the project that will be beginning. And please mark your calendars for May 14th for a meeting regarding an upcoming development in the sixth district. The meeting will be held at the Frederick Douglas High School, 6 PM in the cafeteria. I look forward to seeing you. Make sure you watch every single council comment that I have- For the eighth district. For the sixth district. Council Member Morton. Thank you, Mayor. I would also like to give my sentiments to Ms. Jillian Riseman and Ms. Tiffany Brown. I'm also wishing you well in your future endeavors. So this Saturday, April 26th, please join us at Charles Young Park for the Reforest at Home event. Free tree seedlings will be available for Fayette County residents to take home and plant. It is a simple but powerful way to invest in our environment and our neighborhood. So it looks like it's going to take place at Charles Young, Jacobson Park, and Shilto between 10 AM and 1 PM. Also on Saturday, a day full of trees. I'll be joining Trees Lexington and community partners for a tree planting at the first African Cemetery number two. This effort not only restores green space, but also honors the legacy of those laid to rest there. All are welcome to participate. And that's, like I said, this upcoming Saturday. I was recently invited to speak on a panel hosted by the Blue Grass Alliance of Black School Educators. Also known, we'll leave it at that. This discussion focused on the state of education for black and brown students in today's political climate. We explored the need for culturally responsive education, advocacy, and the impact that the federal policies may have on the local classrooms and local government. And there was four takeaways from it as we ended. The first, our students' voices matter, and they have a voice. The second, we must continue to create safe spaces and appropriate learning environments tailored to the communities. The third, culturally competent teaching truly does make a difference. And then lastly, community engagement is crucial and organizing is critical at this point in time, especially in undervalued neighborhoods. So moving on, and that was a great opportunity. I got to be on the panel with some esteemed folks. Senator Neal, Senator Thomas, and Dr. Cleveland, indeed. So, moving on. Lastly, we're back in the studio tomorrow with the podcast, Real Talk, Real Change. The next topic is centered around community safety and well-being of our community. From neighborhood safety to mental health, be sure to follow along and look forward to that next podcast showing. And that is it, thank you. Thank you. Council Member LaGrie. Thanks, Mayor. I'd like to say a few things to Jillian and Tiffany, Michelle, as well as they move on to their next steps. First, Jillian, I just, not that she'll be, I wonder if she'll be watching this, but I'm like, Jillian, listen. Jillian, I just want to say thank you and good luck. But I also want to express my gratitude for all of the work that you've done, not only with the public input subcommittee, but just in general with our government, as you brought creativity and curiosity and honestly the openness to be the first person to do this role for a complicated council with a lot of people on it. And you built a really great framework for us to build upon, and that's difficult to do. And we're really grateful for your approach, and good luck with your next steps in Philadelphia. And I also want to say thank you to Tiffany for her intelligence, for her hard work, and her perseverance. As I've gotten the chance to get to know her and work with her, I've really appreciated the consideration that she brought to our work here in government. And everything that she did to help us do more in Lexington and move our city in the right direction when it comes to equity and opportunity for all members of our community. So, thank you to you both, and I'm sure that you have great things ahead of you, and you'll really be missed here. Thank you, Mayor. Thank you, Council Member Sheehan. Thank you, Mayor. I'll join my colleagues by adding my well wishes for Jillian and Tiffany. Thanks to you both. And then I want to do one last announcement for my meeting on Tuesday, April 29th at 6 PM at the Lexington Senior Center at 195 Life Lane. This is for the Kentucky American Water Project that's happening in the Ashland neighborhood area, and the proposed pedestrian safety improvement project for that area as well. That's it, thank you, Mayor. Thank you, Council Member Savigny. Thank you, Mayor. Spring is here, and that means that the music capital of Lexington in District 10 is back in business. Tall Sound, their season opener is this weekend. It's on Sunday night, and it's behind the Olika Shrine. It's a great field back there. It is a celebration of women songwriters. They're going to have Ella Webster, Rebecca Rago, and Bea Taylor. So, hope to see you there. Doors open at 5, singing starts at 6. Thank you. Thank you. Council Member Curtis. Thank you, Mayor. I would like to join my colleagues in sending well wishes to Tiffany and as well as to Jillian. And I'd like to take a point of personal privilege to talk about just what a remarkable human being Jillian Reisman is. As you all have gotten to know her in her role here as the public information officer and perhaps prior to that in her role over at Civic Lex, I've had many blessings in my life, but I can't think of a greater blessing than the fact that I've gotten to be best friends with Jillian Reisman for over a decade. I met Jillian on literally my first day of college at Center College at a moment in my life where I was feeling particularly scared and isolated. And she, from the moment I met her, brought joy, curiosity, and a just spirit that calmly fills any room that she walks into. Every major decision that I've made over the past decade, Jillian has played some part in. And while we are losing a wonderful public servant here in Fayette County, it is very bittersweet for me as well. When I experienced a near-death medical situation at one point in my life, it was Jillian who rushed me to the emergency room. When I was not the smartest person and wasn't exercising proper caution and gave myself a third degree burn trying to pop some popcorn at home, it was Jillian that rushed me to the emergency room. She is not just a remarkable public servant, she's a remarkable artist. Watching her growth in the ceramics field has been truly remarkable. Getting to work on projects with her that have celebrated individuals in our community. Seeing her work with the Jewish Federation of the Bluegrass and with her synagogue, it's been just the privilege of a lifetime. And the first time that I ever was in council chambers in this building was because Jillian asked me to come to a council meeting with her. And I think about that all the time and how I would not be here if it were not for her love of civic engagement and her enthusiasm being simply so contagious. Now, I'm only going on this diatribe because I know for a fact that Jillian is no longer in the building. Because if she was here to listen to this, she would be utterly mortified. But I'll say this, some of y'all are aware I have some tattoos. And there's one right here that's an anatomical heart. And it's an artist by the name of Scott Hutchinson who's with a band called Frightened Rabbit. And Jillian is the inspiration behind that tattoo. She has a little adage that she likes to live her life by that's from a song on their album, The Midnight Organ Fight, that says, while I'm alive, I'll make tiny changes to Earth. And so as she is leaving us, and I will hold no resentment towards her for accepting a wonderful opportunity in Philadelphia, I hope we can all follow that example and live by that adage of while we're alive, making tiny changes to Earth. So, thank you, Mayor. Thank you. All right, we have two people signed up for public comment. And this is for issues not on the agenda. And the way it works is when I call your name, I'll ask you to come to the podium. And then you'll need to repeat your name and state your council district for the record. And you'll have three minutes. So first up is Phoenix Berry, who will be followed by Greg O'Neill. Welcome. Hi, my name is Phoenix Berry. I'm a constituent of Councilwoman Gray, and I'm located in the 6th District. Today, I kind of wanted to talk about humanness and what it means to be human. So, as I kind of read this personal poem, I wanted you all to think about what it means to you to be human. I often ask myself what it means to be human. Is it the ability to recognize aspects of myself that others may yearn for? Is it the times I stand still and feel the whispers of the wind? Could it be to uplift those that don't believe they deserve to be uplifted? Or is it the power to fight for community in the face of a world consumed by individualism? To me, being human is complex. It is all of the things that I listed and more. In these times of uncertainty, exhaustion, anger, grief, whatever emotion, just you name it, remember that you, we, as a collective, are human. And we are interconnected in more ways than one. Thank you. All right, next up is Greg O'Neill. Welcome. Good evening, thank you. Hannah, thank you for your help. This is about distracted driving. Two and a half years ago, I was traveling back from Louisville about five o'clock on a Sunday. And I came up to the 53 on-ramp there at Frankfort. And I moved over into the left lane in case somebody was going to come across. What happened was a car, lost control, came across in front of my car. I was traveling 79 miles an hour on cruise. The car came right in front of my car, hit the guard rail, and went up. My forerunner scraped along the side of the bottom of his Nissan Altima, flipped it around, landed on the guard rail. There were no witnesses. We both walked away. Somehow, the kid walked away, 18 years old, and he admitted he was engaged in his phone. Just got off work. Folks, I have contacted the traffic engineer here in town. And we have the lights way too long. The previous traffic engineer told me that the reason the lights are so long in Lexington is the theory that if the sequence, every time the sequence changes this way and this way, it's in eight seconds. We lose eight seconds, okay? So we want to make these longer. We want to make these sequences longer. That way we don't lose that time. Folks, that is completely wrong. That's if you've got two lanes, two lanes, this constantly, then time makes a difference. They forgot that while those lights are green, the other lights are red. And what are we doing? What are we all doing? This is a rant, I'm sorry. But what are we all doing? We're all on our phones. The Department of Transportation says, use flashing lights to conform with the different volume. University and Cooper Drive, they're at the stadium. Sports Center and Cooper Drive, they're at the stadium. They're set the same on Christmas morning as they are on move-in week. Two in the morning, if you want to get home, you might as well run red lights. Folks, for me to get to church from the stadium over to Richmond Road, I go through six lights, and every one of them tell me, you can't go yet. You can't go straight, you can't go left. And you can go right because you have the eyes and you can see it. But you can't go straight, you can't go left until this artificial intelligence tells me I can go. Folks, we are on our phone. This is the most distracted city in the country. I would put us up to anybody because there's long lights. We sit there at Tate's Creek, we sit there at Shinaway, we sit all over. And we say, why are these 40 cars waiting for nobody? Folks, it takes 10 seconds for 10 cars to go through a light if everybody's paying attention, 10 seconds. Why are we set for 40 seconds, a minute, two minutes? Thank you. Will you please, sir, will you please repeat your name for the record at the mic? Sorry to ask you to do that. Greg O'Neil, just like Shaquille. Thank you very much. All right, council members, I'll entertain a motion to adjourn. All those in favor, say aye. We are adjourned, thank you very much. We are adjourned, thank you.