Urban County Council Meeting

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Council met on December 2, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. in Lexington, Kentucky, with Mayor Newberry presiding. The Council addressed 51 agenda items during the meeting, taking 30 motions and votes while hearing 2 public comments. The session included a mix of ordinances and resolutions covering zoning changes, budget amendments, grant acceptances, personnel appointments, facility agreements, and infrastructure projects. Notable actions included approving a zoning change for property on Harrodsburg Road, accepting federal and state grants totaling over $1.4 million for residential property demolition, ratifying civil service appointments, and authorizing various contracts for services ranging from software implementation to construction projects. The Council also postponed consideration of an ordinance to expand the Internal Audit Board and advanced multiple items to first reading, including budget amendments, urban services district expansions, and infrastructure improvement contracts.

Attendance

Present: Beard, Blues, Crosbie, Ellinger, Gorton, Gray, Henson, James, Lane, Lawless, Martin, McChord, Myers, and Stinnett (14 members)

Absent: Feigel

Late: None

Votes and Decisions

The Council held 30 roll call votes, with all measures passing unanimously 14-0.

Ordinances

Ordinance 0001-2010 approved rezoning property at 1610-1612 Harrodsburg Rd. from Single Family Residential (R-1C) to Professional Office (P-1), motioned by Myers and seconded by Gorton 15:36.

Ordinance 0002-2010 amended budgets to reflect current municipal expenditures and re-appropriation of funds, Schedule No. 70, motioned by Myers and seconded by Gorton 15:36.

Ordinance 0003-2010 amended budgets to allocate $1,275 from Council Neighborhood Development Funds for relocation of a WWII Plaque to Veteran's Park, motioned by Myers and seconded by Gorton 15:36.

Ordinance 0008-2010 referred an ordinance amending Internal Audit Board structure to the General Government Committee due to dissolution of the Intergovernmental Committee, motioned by Beard and seconded by Crosbie 19:12. This measure was postponed rather than passed.

Ordinance 0013-2010 amended budgets to allocate $3,000 from Neighborhood Development Funds for Fire Training Academy equipment, motioned by Gorton and seconded by Blues 27:09.

Ordinance 0015-2010 adopted the Council's meeting schedule for calendar year 2011, motioned by Myers and seconded by Gorton 26:02.

Ordinance 0016-2010 amended budgets to allocate $3,525 from Neighborhood Development Funds for a flashing light at Upper and Pine Streets, motioned by Wallace and seconded by Crosbie 23:16.

Ordinance 0017-2010 amended budgets to allocate $1,500 from Neighborhood Development Funds for an EMS bicycle for Fire and Emergency Services, motioned by Myers and seconded by Gorton 1:01:26.

Ordinance 0019-2010 extended the Council Administrator's term for an additional two years, motioned by Gorton and seconded by Ellinger 1:09:55.

Resolutions

Resolutions 0001-2010 through 0012-2010 passed unanimously, covering approval of a DataWorks Plus digital application server bid for the Division of Police; ratification of civil service appointments; authorization of amended and 2011 General Term Orders for county officials; easement releases; IRS E-File Program participation; facility usage agreements; and purchase of service agreements 36:45.

Resolutions 0029-2010, 0042-2010, and 0043-2010 authorized conveyance of right-of-way deed to the Commonwealth of Kentucky, a change order decreasing a Woolpert, Inc. contract, and an amendment increasing a U.S. Geological Survey water quality monitoring agreement by $19,000, motioned by Lawless and seconded by McChord 59:30.

Resolution 0035-2010 authorized agreements with multiple organizations for the Office of the Urban County Council, motioned by McCord 59:30.

Resolution 0049-2010 amended Resolution 547-2010 to create an Economic Development and Community Development Standing Committee, motioned by Myers and seconded by Gorton 57:18.

Resolutions 0045-2010 through 0048-2010 accepted bids for equipment and services including a front-end loader, tractor parts, diesel particulate filters, and pump station replacement, motioned by Ellinger and seconded by Beard 1:00:00.

All voting members present were: Beard, Blues, Crosbie, Ellinger, Gorton, Gray, Henson, James, Lane, Lawless, Martin, McChord, Myers, and Stinnett.

Budget and Financial Actions

The meeting on December 2, 2010 included approval of numerous financial actions totaling millions of dollars across purchases, appropriations, contracts, grants, and business incentives.

Purchases and Equipment

The Division of Police received a digital application server from DataWorks Plus for $57,010 (Resolution 0001-2010). The city approved a front-end loader for refuse collection from Worldwide Equipment for $124,703 (Resolution 0045-2010). Diesel particulate filters and a cleaning system were purchased from Wayne Supply Company for $202,640 (Resolution 0047-2010). Price contracts for supplemental tractor parts and accessories were approved with Giles Farm Equipment and Montgomery Tractor Sales (Resolution 0046-2010).

Appropriations

Several departmental appropriations were approved: $1,275 for relocation of a WWII Plaque to Veteran's Park by the Division of Parks and Recreation (Ordinance 0003-2010); $3,525 for installation and construction of a flashing light at Upper and Pine Streets by the Division of Traffic Engineering (Ordinance 0016-2010); $3,000 for training equipment for the Fire Training Academy (Ordinance 0013-2010); and $1,500 for an EMS bicycle for the Division of Fire and Emergency Services (Ordinance 0017-2010).

Major Contracts

Significant contract actions included a $2,633,902.02 Change Order No. 1 with Woolpert, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Assessments (Resolution 0042-2010) and a $236,777 service agreement with Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center, Inc. (Resolution 0012-2010). Additional change orders were approved for projects including Lexington Streetscape Phase One Improvements ($42,913.07 with Woodall Construction), Leesway Drive Sanitary Sewer Improvements ($11,454.77 with Claunch Construction, LLC), and conduit installation on Sir Barton Way ($7,060 with Arrow Electric Co.). Engineering services and other contracts totaled additional funds.

Grants and Incentives

Class B Incentive Grants were distributed to multiple recipients including the University of Kentucky Research Foundation ($113,375), Klausing Group, Inc. ($321,576.48), Coca-Cola Refreshments USA, Inc. ($189,090), and Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Bluegrass, Inc. ($201,285), among others. A $1,000,000 grant application to the EPA for the National Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program was approved (Resolution 0023-2010). Business incentives under the Kentucky Business Investment Act were granted to nGimat, LLC; Illinois Tool Works, Inc.; Escent Technologies, LLC; NTSG, Inc.; and Galmont Consulting, LLC, each forgoing 1% occupational license fees.

Public Comment

Two members of the public addressed the meeting on December 2, 2010.

Mr. McCarthy spoke at 1:03:03 regarding the state bullying law. He advocated for equal protection under the law, arguing that bullying laws should protect all individuals regardless of identity, rather than limiting protections to specific protected classes.

Ms. Jamie Cooper spoke at 1:05:12 about the proposed abolition of civil service positions. She suggested that the city should review vacant positions before eliminating other roles, and questioned why unfilled positions remain open for extended periods.

Appointments

The following personnel action was reported during the meeting:

• William Martin, Human Resources Manager, resigned.

Contested Items

Referral of Internal Audit Board Ordinance

A procedural dispute arose regarding the proper committee referral for an Internal Audit Board ordinance. Councilmember Stinnett raised a concern that the Intergovernmental Committee, to which the ordinance had apparently been directed, no longer exists as a functioning body.

In response to this issue, a motion was made to refer the ordinance to the General Government Committee instead, redirecting it to an active committee that could properly review and process the measure.

An Ordinance changing the zone from a Single Family Residential (R-1C) zone to a Professional Office (P-1) zone for 0.298 net (0.373 gross) acre, for property located at 1610-1612 Harrodsburg Rd. (Lare Properties, LLC)

15:36

The council considered a rezoning request for property located at 1610-1612 Harrodsburg Rd. The proposal sought to change the zoning classification from Single Family Residential (R-1C) to Professional Office (P-1) for approximately 0.298 net acres (0.373 gross acres). The rezoning would permit commercial development and professional office use at this location.

The ordinance was approved by the council.

An Ordinance amending certain of the Budgets of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government

The council considered an ordinance to amend the budgets of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government to reflect current requirements for municipal expenditures and to appropriately re-appropriate funds as needed. This measure was identified as Schedule No. 70.

The ordinance was presented to address current municipal spending needs through budget adjustments and fund re-appropriations. The council reviewed the proposed amendments and determined they were necessary to align the budget with existing operational requirements.

Following discussion, the council voted to approve the ordinance. The measure passed without noted objections.

An Ordinance amending certain of the Budgets of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government

15:36

The council considered an ordinance to amend the budgets of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government to allocate $1,275 from Council Neighborhood Development Funds in the Division of Parks and Recreation. The funds were designated for the relocation of a World War II plaque to Veteran's Park.

The ordinance, identified as Schedule No. 71, sought to appropriate and re-appropriate funds to reflect current requirements for this specific project.

The council approved the ordinance.

An Ordinance amending Sections 2-442, 2-443, 2-444, and 2-447 of the Code of Ord

19:12

This ordinance proposes significant changes to the structure and governance of the Internal Audit Board. The proposed amendments would:

• Increase the board's membership from five to seven members
• Require the two additional members be appointed from the community at large
• Mandate that two members be appointed based on recommendations from the Urban County Council
• Establish that members may only be removed for cause after a hearing
• Limit members to a maximum of three consecutive full terms
• Require that the chairman and vice-chairman be elected from members appointed from the community at large
• Require the board to adopt bylaws

Discussion and Referral

Key speakers Beard and Stinnett participated in the discussion of this agenda item. The council referred the ordinance to the General Government Committee. This referral was necessitated by the dissolution of the Intergovernmental Committee, which had previously handled such matters.

Outcome

The ordinance was postponed, indicating the council did not take final action at this meeting and deferred consideration to a future date.

An Ordinance authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County

Overview

The council considered an ordinance to accept a grant from the Kentucky Department of Military Affairs and Kentucky Emergency Management Agency for the purchase and demolition of nine residential properties located on Lone Oak Drive, Southbend Drive, and Lafayette Parkway.

Grant Details

The grant provides: - $1,274,959 in Federal funds - $203,993 in Commonwealth of Kentucky funds

The Urban County Government would be obligated to provide a local match of $220,993 to accept these funds. The ordinance also authorized the Mayor to transfer unencumbered funds within the grant budget and appropriated funds pursuant to Schedule No. 72.

Outcome

The ordinance passed on first reading 16:58.

An Ordinance amending Section 21-5(2) of the Code of Ordinances creating one (1)

This ordinance restructured staffing positions across two city divisions through a series of personnel changes.

Positions Created

The ordinance created the following new positions:

• One (1) Deputy Director of Administrative Services – Water Quality, Grade 120E
• Two (2) Environmental Inspector positions, Grade 113N, in the Division of Water Quality

Positions Abolished

The ordinance abolished the following existing positions:

• One (1) Engineering Technician Principal, Grade 115E, in the Division of Water Quality
• One (1) Engineering Technician, Grade 111N, in the Division of Water Quality
• Two (2) Communications Officer – Part-Time positions, Grade 111N, in the Division of Police

Funding

The ordinance appropriated funds pursuant to Schedule No. 73 to support these staffing changes.

Outcome

The council approved the ordinance on first reading 17:31.

An Ordinance authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute a Lease Agreement with Winmar Corp.

18:07

The council considered an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute a lease agreement with Winmar Corp. for office space located at 125 Hisle Industrial Road. The lease is designated for the Division of Water Quality and would run for a three-year period at a cost not to exceed $233,797.75 per year, subject to sufficient funds being appropriated in future fiscal years. The ordinance also appropriates funds pursuant to Schedule No. 74.

The council approved the ordinance on first reading.

An Ordinance authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government

18:39

The council considered an ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute and submit a grant application to the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services. The grant, in the amount of $10,000 in Commonwealth of Kentucky funds, is designated for the purchase of EMS equipment.

Key Provisions:

• The Mayor is authorized to submit the grant application and provide any additional information requested by the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services
• The Mayor is authorized to accept the grant if the application is approved
• The acceptance of grant funds does not obligate the Urban County Government for any expenditure of local funds
• Funds are appropriated pursuant to FY12 Schedule No. 1
• The Mayor is authorized to transfer unencumbered funds within the grant budget

Outcome:

The ordinance passed on first reading.

An Ordinance expanding and extending the Full Urban Services District #1 to prov

20:52

The council considered an ordinance to expand Full Urban Services District #1 to provide street lighting, street cleaning, and garbage and refuse collection services to additional residential areas. The expansion would include properties on the following streets: Georgetown St., Goodpaster Way, Lakewood Dr., McConnells Trace, New River Place, Orchard Grass Rd., Patchen Wilkes Dr., Pokeberry Park, Polo Club Blvd., Polo Club Ln., Rain Garden Way, Real Quiet Ln., Sand Lake Dr., Sewanee Ln., Shaker Run Circle, Sorrell Way, Sunningdale Dr., Sweet Clover Ln., Toll Gate Rd., and Atwood Dr.

The ordinance received a first reading approval from the council. No specific speakers, debate points, or concerns were documented during the discussion of this agenda item.

Outcome: First reading

An Ordinance expanding and extending Partial Urban Services District #3 for the Urban County Government

21:24

The council considered an ordinance to expand Partial Urban Services District #3 to extend garbage and refuse collection services to additional areas. The expansion would include properties located on the following streets: Bracktown Rd., Bradley Ln., Leestown Rd., Standish Way, and Winston Ave.

The ordinance was presented for first reading. The council approved the expansion of the service district to encompass these additional streets for the provision of garbage and refuse collection services under the Urban County Government.

Outcome: First reading approved.

An Ordinance expanding and extending Partial Urban Services District #5 for the Urban County Government

21:24

The council considered an ordinance to expand Partial Urban Services District #5 to extend garbage and refuse collection and street lighting services to additional residential areas. The expansion would include properties located on the following streets: Athenia Dr., Branchwood Place, Hildeen Dr., John Alden Ln., Monticello Blvd., Plymouth Rock Ct., Rebecca Dr., Wallingford Dr., Aldershot Dr., Blueberry Rd., Dellwood Dr., Potomac Dr., Springhill Dr., Sweetbriar Circle, and Worcester Rd.

The ordinance received a first reading approval from the council. This action allows the Urban County Government to provide garbage and refuse collection services and street lighting to the specified properties within the expanded district boundaries.

Outcome: First reading

An Ordinance extending the term for one (1) position in the Div. of Parks & Recreation

22:00

The council considered an ordinance to extend the term of one position in the Division of Parks & Recreation and two positions in the Division of Human Resources. These positions had been proposed for abolishment as of December 31, 2010, but the ordinance sought to extend their terms to March 31, 2011. The measure also included appropriation of funds pursuant to Schedule No. 81 to support these extended positions.

The council approved the ordinance on first reading.

An Ordinance amending certain of the budgets to reflect current expenditures and

Agenda Item 13 22:43

The council considered an ordinance to amend certain budgets to reflect current expenditures and appropriating and re-appropriating funds under Schedule No. 75.

Key Speakers

The discussion involved Wallace and Lane.

Outcome

The ordinance received a first reading.

An Ordinance amending certain of the budgets to reflect current requirements for

Ordinance 14: Neighborhood Development Funds for Traffic Safety

The council considered an ordinance to amend budgets and appropriate $3,525 from Neighborhood Development Funds in the Division of Traffic Engineering. The funds were designated for the installation and construction of a flashing light at the corner of Upper and Pine Streets (Schedule No. 79).

Key Speakers

Wallace and Lane participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

Outcome

The ordinance received a first reading approval. 22:43

An Ordinance pursuant to Section 2-1(a) of the Code of Ordinances of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government

26:02

The Council considered an ordinance to adopt a schedule of meetings for the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Council for the calendar year 2011. This ordinance was presented pursuant to Section 2-1(a) of the Code of Ordinances.

Key speakers on this matter included Myers and Gorton. The discussion centered on establishing the formal meeting schedule for the upcoming year.

The ordinance was advanced to first reading, establishing the procedural step for the proposed 2011 meeting schedule.

An Ordinance amending certain of the budgets to reflect current requirements in the Division of Fire Administration

Agenda Item 16 27:09

The council considered an ordinance to amend the budget and allocate $3,000 from Neighborhood Development Funds for training equipment for the Fire Training Academy within the Division of Fire Administration.

Key Speakers

The discussion involved Gorton and Blues.

Summary

The ordinance proposed to appropriate and re-appropriate funds (Schedule No. 82) to support the purchase of training equipment needed by the Fire Training Academy. The $3,000 allocation was to be drawn from existing Neighborhood Development Funds.

Outcome

The council approved the ordinance on first reading.

An Ordinance amending certain of the budgets to reflect current requirements for funds not more than $1,500 from Neighborhood Development Funds in the Div. of Fire and Emergency Services for an EMS Bicycle

27:09

The council considered an ordinance to amend the budget and allocate up to $1,500 from Neighborhood Development Funds in the Division of Fire and Emergency Services for the purchase of an EMS bicycle. This allocation was to be made pursuant to Schedule No. 84.

Key speakers on this item included Myers and Gorton. The ordinance proposed using existing Neighborhood Development Funds to support emergency medical services operations by acquiring a bicycle for EMS use.

The council approved the ordinance on first reading. No specific concerns or objections were noted in the discussion of this budget amendment.

A Resolution accepting the bid of DataWorks Plus in the amount of $57,010, for a digital application server, for the Div. of Police

36:45

The council considered and approved a resolution to accept the bid of DataWorks Plus in the amount of $57,010 for a digital application server for the Division of Police.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

A Resolution ratifying the probationary civil service appointments of: Gregory H

36:45

This resolution ratified multiple probationary and permanent civil service appointments across several city departments and divisions.

Probationary Appointments:

The following probationary civil service appointments were ratified:

• Gregory Harbut, Public Service Supervisor Sr., Grade 114E, $1,709.52 bi-weekly, in the Division of Waste Management, effective November 22, 2010
• Charles Doerge, Enterprise Systems Developer, Grade 116E, $2,812.37 bi-weekly, in the Division of Enterprise Solutions, effective November 22, 2010
• Ilir Ailu, Equipment Operator Sr., Grade 109N, $12.459 hourly, in the Division of Waste Management, effective December 6, 2010
• Dennis McGovern, Equipment Operator Sr., Grade 109N, $14.836 hourly, in the Division of Waste Management, effective December 6, 2010
• Jobey Harvey, Equipment Operator Sr., Grade 109N, $14.836 hourly, in the Division of Waste Management, effective December 6, 2010
• Donnie Jent, Equipment Operator Sr., Grade 109N, $13.971 hourly, in the Division of Waste Management, effective December 6, 2010

Permanent Appointments:

The following permanent civil service appointments were also ratified:

• Trina Brown, Administrative Specialist Sr., Grade 112N, in the Department of Social Services, effective October 26, 2010
• Robert Meyer, Skilled Trades Worker Sr., Grade 112N, in the Division of Facilities and Fleet Management, effective October 12, 2010

Outcome:

The resolution was approved.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute Amended 2010 General Term Orders

36:45

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute amended 2010 General Term Orders for the Fayette County Clerk and the Fayette County Sheriff.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute the 2011 General Term Orders for the Fayette County Clerk and Sheriff

36:45

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute the 2011 General Term Orders for the Fayette County Clerk and the Fayette County Sheriff. The resolution established the number of deputies and assistants allowed to each office and set the compensation levels for each deputy and assistant position.

The General Term Orders operated subject to specific limits for each category as outlined in the orders themselves, and compensation was further constrained by the fees collected by the officers in their seventy-five percent (75%) accounts pursuant to KRS 64.350(1).

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

A Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute a Release of Easements

36:45

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Release of Easements on two properties in the Urban County.

Properties and Easements

The resolution addressed the release of easements on the following properties:

• 1908-1920 General Warfield Way: Full release of a streetlight easement and a drainage easement
• 1869 Goodpaster Way: Partial release of a portion of a streetlight easement

Outcome

The resolution was approved by the council.

A Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an application for participation in the Internal Revenue Service E-File Program 36:45. The program would support Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Programs at three locations: the Gainesway Empowerment Center, the Central Kentucky Job Center, and the Family Care Center.

A key feature of this resolution was that participation in the IRS E-File Program would be provided at no cost to the Urban County Government. The application would enable the three tax assistance centers to electronically file tax returns through the IRS system, improving efficiency and service delivery for residents seeking tax assistance.

The council approved the resolution.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute a Facility Usage Contract with Fayette County Board of Education

36:45

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Facility Usage Contract with the Fayette County Board of Education for the rental of Winburn Middle School. The facility was to be used for a Cheerleader Showcase, with costs not to exceed $197.93.

The resolution was approved by the council.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute a Group Sales Agreement with Hyatt Regency Lexington for 2011 Bluegrass Invitational Wheelchair Tournament

36:45

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a group sales agreement with Hyatt Regency Lexington for the 2011 Bluegrass Invitational Wheelchair Tournament. The agreement was not to exceed $3,000 in cost.

The resolution was approved by the council.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute a Facility Usage Agreement with Youth Baseball Leagues

36:45

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Facility Usage Agreement with various youth baseball leagues for fall youth baseball programming.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute a Rental Agreement with Lexington Center Corp. for Martin Luther King Day Celebration

36:45

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a rental agreement with Lexington Center Corp. for the Martin Luther King Day Celebration. The rental agreement was not to exceed $9,000 in cost.

The resolution was approved by the council.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to

This resolution authorized the Mayor to execute agreements with six organizations on behalf of the Urban County Government for the Office of the Urban County Council. The agreements and their respective amounts were:

• Chilesburg Maintenance Association, Inc. ($1,000)
• North Pointe Neighborhood Homeowners Association, Inc. ($500)
• ACT Ministries, Inc. ($350)
• Bluegrass Greenworks, Inc. ($300)
• Bluegrass Community Action Partnership, Inc. ($1,000)
• ENA, Inc., d/b/a NECCO ($350)

The total cost of these agreements did not exceed the sums stated for each organization.

36:45

The resolution was approved by the council.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute a Purchase of Service Agreement with Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center, Inc.

36:45

The council considered a resolution to authorize the Mayor to execute a Purchase of Service Agreement with Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center, Inc. The agreement would provide services to the public at a cost not to exceed $236,777.

The resolution was approved by the council.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute a Conveyance of Right of Way Deed

59:30

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Conveyance of Right of Way Deed transferring property and easements located in front of Masterson Station Park to the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Property Transfer Details

The resolution authorized the transfer of: - 1.179 acres in fee simple - 0.033 acres permanent easement - 1.858 acres temporary easement

The Commonwealth of Kentucky would receive these parcels for a sum of $31,600.

Outcome

The resolution was approved by the council.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Ky. Cabinet for Health and Family Services

52:57

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services for information sharing purposes. This agreement would be entered into at no cost to the Urban County Government.

The resolution received a first reading during this meeting. No specific discussion points, concerns, or debate details were recorded in the available materials for this agenda item.

Outcome: First reading

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute a Tower License Agreement with Crown Castle GT Co., LLC

Overview

The council considered a resolution to authorize the Mayor to execute a Tower License Agreement with Crown Castle GT Co., LLC for the upgrade of mobile data equipment at no cost to the Urban County Government.

Outcome

The resolution received a first reading 52:57.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Facility Usage Contract with Fayette County Board of Education for use of Winburn Middle School Gymnasium for an after-school program 52:57. The contract cost was not to exceed $7,340.85.

The resolution received a first reading during this meeting. No specific discussion points, concerns, or key speakers were documented for this agenda item.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute an Agreement with Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources for Recreational Fishing on Hisle Park Ponds

52:57

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources regarding recreational fishing on Hisle Park Ponds.

Outcome

The resolution received a first reading.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to

This agenda item authorized a change order to increase the contract price for tennis facility improvements at Shillito/Kirklevington Tennis. The resolution approved Change Order No. One with Tennis Technology, Inc., increasing the contract price by $1,395, bringing the total from $113,653 to $115,048.

The council took a first reading on this resolution at approximately 00:52:57 in the meeting.

The change order was authorized to proceed, allowing the Mayor to execute the agreement on behalf of the Urban County Government.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute Agreements with Multiple Organizations

59:30

The Urban County Council approved a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute agreements with six organizations on behalf of the Urban County Government for the Office of the Urban County Council.

The agreements and their respective funding amounts were:

• University of Kentucky Research Foundation ($175)
• The Black Church Coalition of the Bluegrass, Inc. ($675)
• The Broke Spoke Lexington Community Bike Shop, Inc. ($1,200)
• YMCA of Central Kentucky, Inc. ($750)
• Downtown Lexington Corporation Foundation ($1,500)
• Copperfield Neighborhood Association, Inc. ($1,100)

The total cost of these agreements did not exceed the sums stated for each organization.

Outcome: The resolution was approved.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with MCCI, LLC, for Legistar Software subscription, configuration and implementation

52:57

The council considered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with MCCI, LLC, for Legistar Software subscription, configuration, and implementation services for the Council Clerk's Office. The total cost was not to exceed $87,375 for FY2011, subject to sufficient funds being appropriated in future years.

The resolution received a first reading during this meeting. No additional discussion details or concerns from council members were documented in the available materials.

Outcome: First reading

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to

This agenda item authorized the Mayor to execute Change Order No. One to the contract with Woodall Construction for the Lexington Streetscape Phase One Improvements, specifically the Main Street Streetscape Project. The change order increased the contract price by $42,913.07, raising the total contract amount from $2,603,629.38 to $2,646,542.45.

The resolution received a first reading during this meeting 52:57. No specific speakers or detailed discussion points were recorded in the available meeting materials. The item proceeded to first reading, indicating it was introduced and would require additional consideration before final passage.

A Resolution accepting the response of BTM Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $23,500

52:57

The council considered a resolution to accept a bid from BTM Engineering, Inc. for engineering services related to the Lexington Mall Sanitary Sewer Relocation Project. The contract value was $23,500, and the work was to be performed for the Department of Environmental Quality.

The resolution authorized the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Engineering Services Agreement with BTM Engineering, Inc. This agreement was issued in response to Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 44-2010.

The item received a first reading during this meeting.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute Change Order No. One (Final) to the Contract with Claunch Construction, LLC, for the Leesway Dr. Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project

52:57

The council considered a resolution to authorize the Mayor to execute a final change order for the Leesway Dr. Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project with Claunch Construction, LLC. The change order would increase the contract price by $11,454.77, raising the total contract amount from $314,165.65 to $325,620.42.

Outcome

The resolution received a first reading.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute Change Order No. One to the Contract with Arrow Electric Co.

52:57

The council considered a resolution to authorize the Mayor to execute Change Order No. One with Arrow Electric Co. for conduit installation work on Sir Barton Way as part of the Fiber Optic Cable Installation Program.

Contract Modification Details

The change order increases the contract price by $7,060, raising the total contract value from $87,996 to $95,056.

Outcome

The resolution received a first reading.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to

This agenda item authorized the Mayor to execute Change Order No. One to the contract with Stantec Consulting Services for the Sanitary Sewer Assessment Project. The change order increased the contract price by $136,000, raising the total contract value from $599,200 to $735,200.

The resolution received a first reading during this meeting 52:57. No additional discussion or concerns were documented during the consideration of this item.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute Change Order No. One to the Contract with Woolpert, Inc., for Sanitary Sewer Assessments

59:30

The council considered a resolution to authorize the Mayor to execute Change Order No. One with Woolpert, Inc., regarding the Sanitary Sewer Assessments contract. This change order significantly reduced the contract price by $2,633,902.02, decreasing the total from $2,933,902.20 to $300,000.00.

The resolution was approved by the council.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to Execute Amendment No. One to the Agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey

59:30

The council considered a resolution to authorize an amendment to the existing agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey for a continuous water quality monitoring pilot study. The amendment increased the contract price by $19,000, raising the total from $67,680 to $86,680.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

A Resolution of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government authorizing the designation of additional Economic Development Projects to be financed with a portion of the proceeds of its Various Purpose General Obligation Public Projects Bonds, Series 2010

50:10

The council considered a resolution to authorize the designation of additional economic development projects to be financed using a portion of the proceeds from the Various Purpose General Obligation Public Projects Bonds, Series 2010.

Key Speaker

Beard presented this agenda item to the council.

Outcome

The resolution received a first reading.

A Resolution accepting the bid of Worldwide Equipment in the amount of $124,703

The council considered a resolution to accept a bid from Worldwide Equipment in the amount of $124,703 for a front-end loader for refuse collection to be used by the Division of Facilities and Fleet Management. 1:00:00

Ellinger presented this agenda item to the council.

The resolution was given a first reading and advanced accordingly.

A Resolution accepting the bids of Giles Farm Equipment and Montgomery Tractor Sales, Inc.

This agenda item concerned a resolution to accept bids for price contracts for supplemental tractor parts and accessories for the Division of Facilities and Fleet Management. The contracts were to be established with two vendors: Giles Farm Equipment and Montgomery Tractor Sales, Inc.

Ellinger presented this item to the council 1:00:00. The resolution sought to formalize pricing agreements with these two suppliers to support the Division of Facilities and Fleet Management's equipment maintenance and operations needs.

The council took a first reading on this resolution, meaning the item was introduced and discussed but not yet voted on for final passage. A first reading typically allows for initial review and public comment before the measure advances to a subsequent reading for final consideration.

A Resolution accepting the bid of Wayne Supply Company in the amount of $202,640

This resolution addressed the acceptance of a bid from Wayne Supply Company totaling $202,640 for diesel particulate filters and cleaning systems for the Department of General Services. 1:00:00

Key Speaker

Ellinger presented this agenda item to the council.

Outcome

The resolution received a first reading.

A Resolution accepting the bid of Grants Excavating Incorporated in the amount of $173,000

This resolution authorized the acceptance of a bid from Grants Excavating Incorporated for $173,000 to replace the Griffin Gate No. 2 pump station for the Division of Water Quality. The resolution also authorized execution of an agreement related to the bid.

Key Speaker

Ellinger presented this agenda item to the council.

Outcome

The resolution received a first reading.

A Resolution amending Section 2 of Resolution 547-2010, which created the standing committees of the Urban County Council to provide for an Economic Development and Community Development Standing Committee

57:18

The council considered a resolution to amend Section 2 of Resolution 547-2010 by creating a new Economic Development and Community Development Standing Committee. This action would modify the existing standing committee structure of the Urban County Council.

Key speakers on this agenda item included Myers and Gorton, who participated in the discussion regarding the establishment of this new committee.

The resolution was approved by the council. The creation of the Economic Development and Community Development Standing Committee represents a structural change to the council's committee organization, consolidating economic development and community development functions under a single standing committee.

An Ordinance pursuant to Section 22-453 of the Code of Ordinances extending the term of employment for the council administrator

1:09:55

The council considered an ordinance to extend the Council Administrator's employment term for an additional two years, aligning with the terms of District Council Members.

Key Speakers

Gorton and Ellinger participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

Action Taken

The council approved the ordinance extending the Council Administrator's term of employment for two years.