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Urban County Council Meeting

February 16, 2012 · 13,871 words

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council met on February 16, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 200 E. Main St, Lexington, KY 40507, with Mayor Jim Gray presiding. The council conducted a full agenda consisting of 47 items and took 51 motions and votes during the session. One public comment was heard during the meeting.

The council approved numerous resolutions and ordinances addressing a wide range of municipal matters. Notable approvals included proclamations honoring the Boys Scouts of America and the University of Kentucky Cheerleading Team's National Championship. The council also approved several ordinances related to zoning and budget amendments, including Ordinance 0062-12 for a zoning change on Angliana Avenue, Ordinance 0050-12 for temporary positions in Human Resources, and multiple budget amendment ordinances.

Several resolutions received approval, covering topics including security cameras and equipment, police body armor vests, animal control services, stormwater management initiatives, and infrastructure improvements such as the Tates Creek Road sidewalk improvement and stream erosion repairs. The council also approved a collective bargaining agreement and various service contracts and change orders.

Five ordinances were advanced to first reading, including measures on canopy signs in the P-1 zone, zoning code updates for the ND-1 zone, an equipment operator position transfer, emergency hot water assistance, and budget amendments. One resolution—Resolution 0052-12 regarding a conditional offer to lease to Healthfirst Bluegrass—was tabled, and Resolution 0160-12 concerning an RCC Consultants change order was deferred.

Attendance

Present: - Mayor Jim Gray - Council Member Lane - Council Member Martin - Council Member McChord - Council Member Myers - Council Member Stinnett - Council Member Beard - Council Member Blues - Council Member Crosby - Council Member Ellinger - Council Member Farmer - Council Member Ford - Council Member Gorton - Council Member Henson - Council Member Kay

Absent: - Council Member Lawless

Late: None reported

Votes and Decisions

The council passed 39 motions and resolutions during this meeting, with one resolution failing.

Zoning and Personnel Changes

Ordinance 0062-12 changed zoning from Heavy Industrial (I-2) and Wholesale & Warehouse (B-4) to High Rise Apartment (R-5) for property at 474, 497, and 498 Angliana Ave. The motion by Ms. Gorton, seconded by Mr. Stinnett, passed 14-0 30:49.

Ordinance 0050-12 created temporary positions including one Public Information Officer, three Evidence Technicians, and one Police Analyst with terms ending December 31, 2014. This passed 14-0 30:49.

Budget Amendments

Ordinance 0108-12 amended budgets to reflect current municipal expenditures and appropriated/re-appropriated funds (Schedule No. 51), passing 14-0 30:49.

Ordinance 110-12 allocated $620 from Neighborhood Development Funds to the Division of Parks and Recreation for dance competitions (Schedule No. 52), passing 14-0 30:49.

Governance and Appointments

Ordinance 0193-12 amended the Town and Gown Commission Code to add Bluegrass Community and Technical College representation and adjust membership. Motioned by Ms. Gorton and seconded by Mr. Beard, it passed 13-0 35:48.

Resolution 0163-12 ratified the unclassified civil service appointment of Derek Paulsen as Commissioner of Planning, effective February 21, 2012. Motioned by Ms. Gorton and seconded by Mr. McChord, it passed 13-0 1:20:10.

Contracts and Services

Multiple resolutions authorized contracts and agreements, including Resolution 0054-12 accepting a bid from Pomeroy for security cameras (13-0) 43:19, Resolution 0036-12 authorizing a service and lease agreement with Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control, LLC for a maximum of $1,076,690 (13-0) 43:19, and Resolution 0142-12 authorizing a Memorandum of Agreement with the Lexington and Fayette County Parking Authority (13-0) 1:20:10.

Failed Resolution

Resolution 0160-12, authorizing Change Order No. 1 to RCC Consultants contract (increasing from $100,000 to $155,700.75), failed 6-7 1:30:43. Those voting in favor were Stinnett, McChord, Myers, Lane, Martin, Ellinger, and Farmer. Crosbie voted against.

Budget and Financial Actions

The meeting on February 16, 2012 addressed 30 financial items totaling approximately $2.5 million in expenditures, grants, donations, and contract amendments.

Public Safety and Emergency Services

The Division of Police received funding for body armor vests ($16,500 via Resolution 0007-12 from the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security), dynamic entry training ($35,000 to Tactical Energetic Entry Systems, LLC under Resolution 0152-12), and police helicopter repairs and maintenance ($126,152.32 to RJ Corman Aircraft Maintenance, LLC under Resolution 0051-12). The Division of Fire and Emergency Services was allocated $55,000 for special operations, hazardous materials, and technical rescue equipment from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Resolution 0158-12). A Public Safety Radio Project contract amendment with RCC Consultants was approved for $55,700.75 (Resolution 0160-12).

Infrastructure and Environmental Projects

Significant grants supported watershed and stormwater management: $50,000 to Hartland Homeowners Association for stormwater basin improvements (Resolution 0143-12), $37,230 for stream erosion repairs at the same location (Resolution 0144-12), $7,200 to Friends of Wolf Run, Inc. for stormwater quality facilities (Resolution 0042-12), and $8,000 to Andover Estates Homeowners Association for riprap channel retrofit (Resolution 0043-12). Engineering services for the Coldstream Park Stream Corridor Restoration and Preservation Project were contracted to CDP Engineers, Inc. for $250,000 (Resolution 0148-12). Clarifier #8 modifications at the West Hickman Wastewater Treatment Plant were contracted to Judy Construction Co. for $231,500 (Resolution 0119-12). A GRW Engineers contract amendment for pumping station design added $37,350 (Resolution 0055-12).

Community Programs and Services

Animal control services for the Division of Public Safety were contracted to Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control, LLC for $1,076,690 (Resolution 0036-12). The Opera House was rented for the Kiddie Kapers Program for $10,000 from Lexington Center Corp. (Resolution 0033-12). The Adopt-a-Spot Roadway Cleanup Program received $21,867.12 in grants to multiple community groups (Resolution 0049-12). Educational grants included $17,000 to the Martin Luther King Neighborhood Association for water quality education and rain garden construction (Resolution 0082-12) and $10,836.20 to the Fayette County Board of Education for rain gardens at four schools (Resolution 0147-12).

Technology and Facilities

Annual maintenance for Accela, Inc. Asset Management Software was approved for $95,863.80 (Resolution 0053-12). Software services from Open Portal Solutions were contracted for $49,600 (Resolution 0122-12). Elevator engineering design services were contracted to GRW, Inc. for $56,000 (Resolution 0085-12). Alarm system improvements at the Technical Services Unit Facility were contracted to Sonitrol of Lexington, Inc. at $132 per month (Resolution 0091-12).

Public Comment

Arden McArthur addressed the meeting regarding the Civic Center renovation proposal 1:35:13. McArthur objected to the proposed demolition of existing streets as part of the project, citing concerns about the disruption it would cause to downtown traffic patterns.

McArthur argued that the proposal would be financially irresponsible and expressed concern that the demolition would harm connectivity between civic facilities. The speaker advocated against proceeding with the street demolition component of the renovation plan.

Appointments

The following appointments and reappointments were made:

Airport Board - Charles W. Ellinger was appointed

Animal Care and Control Oversight Committee - Timothy L. Mitchell was reappointed

Arboretum Advisory Committee - Timothy C. Brooks was appointed

Bluegrass Crime Stoppers, Inc. - Sal Elmo, Jr. was appointed - Alan L. Saylor was appointed - Charles T. Mateyoke was reappointed - Sue C. Miller was reappointed - Barno D. Saturday was reappointed

Community Action Council Board - Janet P. Ford was appointed

Corridors Commission - David B. Stevens was reappointed - Tracey T. Thurman was reappointed

Commissioner of Planning - Derek Paulsen was appointed

Contested Items

The meeting featured three significant areas of disagreement among council members and with the public.

Change Order No. 1 to RCC Consultants Contract

A motion to suspend rules regarding a change order to the RCC Consultants contract failed in a split vote of 6-7. The contested change order would increase the contract value by $55,700 beyond the original $100,000 agreement. Despite assurances from proponents that the increase would result in significant long-term savings, the motion did not secure sufficient support to proceed.

Funding for Police and Fire Recruit Classes

Council members engaged in heated discussion over funding for new police and fire recruit classes. The primary concern centered on the lack of confirmed funding sources for these recruitment efforts. Council Member Martin specifically warned that proceeding without secured funding would create unsustainable financial pressure on the city's budget, raising questions about the viability of the recruitment initiative.

Civic Center Renovation Proposal

The proposed civic center renovation drew community opposition during public comment. Residents objected to the plan's call for demolition of existing streets and the resulting disruption to downtown traffic patterns. Public speakers characterized the proposal as financially irresponsible and criticized its potential to harm civic connectivity in the downtown area.

Roll Call

Council members were called to roll at the beginning of the meeting. Council Member Lawless was absent, while all other council members were present.

Invocation

Pastor Ashley Wilson of LifeGate Church delivered the invocation for the meeting. 1:35 During this brief presentation, Pastor Wilson introduced himself and provided information about his church.

Proclamation: Honoring Boys Scouts of America

12:46

Mayor Jim Gray and Vice Mayor Linda Gorton presented a proclamation honoring Boy Scouts of America Week. The proclamation recognized the organization's 102nd birthday and celebrated the contributions of local scouts and leaders in the community.

The presentation featured remarks from Dr. David Stevens and Billy Forbess, who spoke on behalf of the Boy Scouts of America organization. The proclamation was approved by the council.

Proclamation: Honoring UK Cheerleading Team's National Championship

3:46

Mayor Gray proclaimed February 16, 2012, as UK Cheerleading Day in recognition of the University of Kentucky cheerleading team's achievement of their 19th UCA (Universal Cheer Association) national title.

The cheerleading team was honored during the meeting with a photograph and remarks from city officials. Council Member Jay McChord and Coach Jomo Thompson addressed the body to celebrate the team's accomplishment.

The proclamation was approved.

Ordinance 0062-12: Zoning Change for Angliana Ave.

29:16

The council considered a zoning change for three properties on Angliana Avenue owned by Trinitas Ventures, LLC. The affected parcels—474, 497, and 498 Angliana Ave.—were proposed to be rezoned from Heavy Industrial (I-2) and Wholesale & Warehouse (B-4) designations to High Rise Apartment (R-5) zoning.

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Stinnett were the key speakers during discussion of this ordinance. The proposal would permit high-rise residential development on the currently industrial and warehouse-zoned properties.

The ordinance was approved by the council.

Ordinance 0050-12: Temporary Positions in Human Resources

29:49

The ordinance addressed the creation of temporary positions within the Human Resources department. The proposal authorized the establishment of the following temporary roles, with terms set to end on December 31, 2014:

  • One temporary Public Information Officer
  • Three temporary Evidence Technicians
  • One temporary Police Analyst

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Stinnett were the key speakers during the discussion of this agenda item.

The ordinance was approved.

Ordinance 0108-12: Budget Amendments (Schedule No. 51)

This agenda item addressed budget amendments to reflect current municipal expenditures and re-appropriation of funds. 29:49

Key Speakers

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Stinnett presented and discussed the ordinance.

Outcome

The ordinance was approved.

Ordinance 110-12: Budget Amendments (Schedule No. 52)

Overview

This ordinance proposed budget amendments under Schedule No. 52, specifically addressing the allocation of funds to the Division of Parks and Recreation.

Key Speakers

  • Ms. Gorton
  • Mr. Stinnett

Proposal

The ordinance approved the allocation of $620 from Neighborhood Development Funds to the Division of Parks and Recreation for dance competitions.

Outcome

The ordinance was approved.

29:49

Ordinance 0193-12: Town and Gown Commission Amendments

33:39

The meeting addressed amendments to the Town and Gown Commission through Ordinance 0193-12. The ordinance proposed changes to add Bluegrass Community and Technical College representation to the commission, adjust membership composition, and update roles within the organization.

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Beard presented and discussed the ordinance amendments. The specific details of their presentations, including the rationale for adding Bluegrass Community and Technical College representation and the nature of the membership and role adjustments, were covered during this agenda item.

The ordinance was approved by the body.

Ordinance 0166-12: Canopy Signs in P-1 Zone

Ordinance 0166-12 concerning canopy signs in the P-1 Zone was presented as agenda item V.2 during the February 16, 2012 meeting 32:02.

The ordinance was approved for first reading and placed on file for public inspection. No additional details regarding specific discussion points, concerns raised, or individual speakers were documented in the meeting record.

Ordinance 0167-12: Zoning Code Updates for ND-1 Zone

Ordinance 0167-12, concerning zoning code updates for the ND-1 zone, was presented as agenda item V.3 during the February 16, 2012 meeting 32:02.

The ordinance was approved for first reading and placed on file for public inspection. This action allows the proposed zoning code changes to be available for public review before any subsequent readings or final adoption.

Ordinance 0138-12: Equipment Operator Position Transfer

Ordinance 0138-12 concerning an Equipment Operator Position Transfer was presented as agenda item V.4 during the meeting 32:02.

The ordinance was approved for first reading and placed on file for public inspection. No additional discussion details, key speakers, or specific concerns were documented in the meeting record for this agenda item.

Ordinance 0187-12: Emergency Hot Water Assistance

Ordinance 0187-12 concerning Emergency Hot Water Assistance was presented as agenda item V.5 during the February 16, 2012 meeting. 32:02

The ordinance was approved for first reading and placed on file for public inspection. No additional discussion or debate details were recorded for this agenda item.

Ordinance 0188-12: Budget Amendments (Schedule No. 53)

This ordinance concerning budget amendments under Schedule No. 53 was presented as agenda item V.6 during the February 16, 2012 meeting 32:02.

The ordinance was approved for first reading and placed on file for public inspection. No additional speakers were identified during the discussion of this item.

Ordinance 0194-12: Senior Services Commission Funding

Ordinance 0194-12 concerning Senior Services Commission Funding was presented as agenda item V.7 during the meeting 32:02.

The ordinance was approved for first reading and placed on file for public inspection. This action allows the proposed ordinance to move forward in the legislative process while making it available for public review before any subsequent readings or final approval.

Resolution 0054-12: Security Cameras and Equipment

Overview

The body considered Resolution 0054-12, which addressed the acceptance of a bid for security cameras and equipment for the Department of General Services. 36:48

Key Speakers

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the primary speakers on this agenda item.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0069-12: UPC Demolition of Residential Structures

36:48

The body approved Resolution 0069-12 regarding the demolition of residential structures under the UPC program. The resolution authorized accepting bids from Solid Rock Construction and Sensabaugh Design for the demolition work.

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the key speakers on this agenda item. The discussion centered on the bid proposals submitted by the two contractors for the residential structure demolition project.

The resolution was approved by the body.

Resolution 0007-12: Body Armor Vests for Police

36:48

The body presented Resolution 0007-12, which authorized a grant application to the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security for $16,500 to purchase 30 body armor vests for police.

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the key speakers on this agenda item. The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0033-12: Opera House Rental for Kiddie Kapers

36:48

This agenda item addressed a resolution to authorize a rental agreement with Lexington Center Corp. for use of the Opera House.

Key Speakers

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the primary speakers on this matter.

Outcome

The resolution was approved, authorizing the rental agreement with Lexington Center Corp. for the Opera House rental for Kiddie Kapers.

Resolution 0036-12: Animal Control Services

Summary

The body approved Resolution 0036-12, which authorized the purchase of service and lease agreement with Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control, LLC. 36:48

Key Speakers

  • Ms. Gorton
  • Mr. Ellinger

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0042-12: Stormwater Model for Wolf Run Watershed

36:48

The body approved Resolution 0042-12, which awarded a Class A (Neighborhood) Incentive Grant to Friends of Wolf Run, Inc. for the development of a stormwater model for the Wolf Run Watershed.

Key Speakers

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger presented and discussed the resolution.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0043-12: Riprap Channel Retrofit

36:48

The body approved Resolution 0043-12, which awarded a Class A (Neighborhood) Incentive Grant to Andover Estates Homeowners Association for a channel retrofit project.

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the key speakers on this agenda item. The resolution was presented and discussed by these officials before being brought to a vote.

The outcome of the discussion was approval of the resolution, authorizing the awarding of the Class A Incentive Grant to support the riprap channel retrofit work proposed by the Andover Estates Homeowners Association.

Resolution 0049-12: Adopt-a-Spot Program Agreements

Overview

Resolution 0049-12 authorized agreements with multiple community groups for the Adopt-a-Spot Roadway Cleanup Program. 36:48

Key Speakers

  • Ms. Gorton
  • Mr. Ellinger

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0052-12: Conditional Offer to Lease to Healthfirst Bluegrass

40:40

Resolution 0052-12 concerning a conditional offer to lease to Healthfirst Bluegrass was brought before the council during this meeting. Council Member Blues and Council Member McChord were the key speakers on this agenda item.

Rather than voting on the resolution, the council voted to table the matter until February 23, 2012. This postponement was made to allow for additional information to be gathered from a work session before proceeding with a final decision on the lease offer.

Resolution 0051-12: Police Helicopter Repairs

Outcome: Approved

This agenda item addressed authorization for repairs to the police helicopter by RJ Corman Aircraft Maintenance, LLC. 41:46

Key Speakers: - Ms. Gorton - Mr. Ellinger

The resolution was presented and discussed by the identified speakers, with the matter ultimately receiving approval from the governing body.

Resolution 0053-12: Accela Software Maintenance

41:46

The body approved Resolution 0053-12, which authorized payment of the annual maintenance fee for Accela, Inc. Asset Management Software.

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the key speakers on this agenda item. The resolution was presented and discussed before being brought to a vote, resulting in approval.

The specific details of the maintenance fee amount, contract terms, or software functionality were not included in the available meeting materials. The resolution proceeded to approval without recorded objections or concerns.

Resolution 0055-12: GRW Engineers Change Order

41:46

The board considered and approved Resolution 0055-12, which authorized Change Order No. 2 to the GRW Engineers contract for pumping station and force main design.

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the key speakers on this agenda item. The resolution was presented for board consideration and was ultimately approved.

The change order pertained to design work for a pumping station and force main project under the existing GRW Engineers contract.

Resolution 0057-12: Data Usage Agreement

Overview

The body considered Resolution 0057-12, which authorized a Data Usage Agreement with RAIDS Online/BAIR Analytics at no cost to the government. 41:46

Key Participants

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the primary speakers on this agenda item.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0066-12: Disponette Service Change Order

Outcome: Approved

Key Speakers: Ms. Gorton, Mr. Ellinger

Summary:

The body approved Change Order No. 1 to the Disponette Service contract for the Dunbar Community Center Retrofit project 41:46.

The resolution authorized modifications to the existing Disponette Service contract as part of ongoing work at the Dunbar Community Center Retrofit. Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the primary speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The change order was presented for consideration and subsequently approved by the body.

Resolution 0109-12: Collective Bargaining Agreement

Item VI.15

The meeting addressed Resolution 0109-12 concerning acceptance of a Collective Bargaining Agreement with Fraternal Order of Police, Town Branch Lodge #83. 43:19

Key Speakers

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

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0077-12: Tates Creek Rd. Sidewalk Improvement

Outcome: Approved

Overview: The body approved Resolution 0077-12, which authorized the execution of Certificates of Consideration for right-of-way acquisition related to the Tates Creek Road sidewalk improvement project.

Key Speakers: - Mr. Farmer - Mr. McChord

Discussion: The resolution was presented and discussed by the key speakers listed above. The matter centered on obtaining necessary right-of-way properties through the execution of Certificates of Consideration, a legal instrument used in property acquisition for the sidewalk improvement project on Tates Creek Road.

Action Taken: The resolution was approved, authorizing the government to proceed with executing the required Certificates of Consideration to acquire the necessary right-of-way for the Tates Creek Road sidewalk improvement project.

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Resolution 0145-12: Office of the Urban County Council Agreements

Summary

Resolution 0145-12 authorized agreements with multiple groups for the Office of the Urban County Council. The resolution was presented and discussed by Ms. Gorton and Mr. Kay 43:19.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0171-12: Office of the Urban County Council Agreements

Overview

Resolution 0171-12 authorized agreements with multiple groups for the Office of the Urban County Council. 43:19

Key Speakers

  • Mr. Stinnett
  • Mr. McChord

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0163-12: Civil Service Appointments

Resolution 0163-12 addressed the ratification of probationary and permanent civil service appointments across multiple departments. 43:19

Key Speakers

Mr. Ellinger and Mr. Myers participated in the discussion of this resolution.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0160-12: RCC Consultants Change Order

Discussion and Action

This agenda item, identified as VII.5, addressed a change order related to RCC Consultants. The discussion involved Ms. Gorton and Mr. Beard as key speakers 1:30:43.

Outcome

A motion to suspend rules was brought forward but failed. Following this failed motion, the resolution was ordered placed on file for public inspection. The item was deferred, meaning it was not resolved during this meeting and will require further consideration at a future date.

Resolution 0163-12: Unofficial Appointment of Derek Paulsen

1:20:10

The body considered Resolution 0163-12, which addressed the unofficial appointment of Derek Paulsen as Commissioner of Planning. The resolution sought to ratify an unclassified civil service appointment.

Ms. Gorton and Mr. McChord were the key speakers on this agenda item. The discussion centered on formalizing Paulsen's appointment through the resolution.

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0118-12: Payment Adjustment for Tobacco Rose Farm

Outcome: Approved

This agenda item, identified as VII.7, addressed a resolution to authorize acceptance of a payment adjustment for employees of Tobacco Rose Farm 1:20:10.

Key Speakers: - Ms. Gorton - Mr. McChord

The resolution was presented and discussed by the noted speakers, resulting in approval of the payment adjustment for the farm's employees. No additional details regarding specific concerns raised, debate points, or the rationale behind the adjustment were provided in the available meeting materials.

Resolution 0141-12: Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners

Resolution 0141-12 authorized agreements with seven Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners. 1:20:10

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the key speakers on this agenda item. The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0142-12: Parking Authority Memorandum

Outcome: Approved

Discussion Time: 1:20:10

This agenda item addressed a resolution to authorize a Memorandum of Agreement with the Lexington and Fayette County Parking Authority.

Key Speakers: - Ms. Gorton - Mr. Ellinger

The resolution was presented and discussed by the identified speakers, resulting in approval by the body. The memorandum of agreement established terms for cooperation between the local government and the Parking Authority.

Resolution 0143-12: Stormwater Basin Improvements

1:20:10

The council approved Resolution 0143-12, which awarded a Class A (Neighborhood) Incentive Grant to the Hartland Homeowners Association for stormwater basin improvements.

Key Speakers

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger presented and discussed this agenda item.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0144-12: Stream Erosion and Bank Failure Repairs

1:20:10

The body approved Resolution 0144-12, which awarded a Class A (Neighborhood) Incentive Grant to Hartland Homeowners Association for stream erosion and bank failure repairs.

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the key speakers on this agenda item. The resolution was presented and discussed by these officials before being brought to a vote.

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0147-12: Rain Gardens at Fayette County Schools

Overview

The meeting addressed Resolution 0147-12, which concerned the awarding of a Class B (Education) Incentive Grant to the Fayette County Board of Education for a rain gardens project. 1:20:10

Key Speakers

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger presented and discussed this agenda item.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0148-12: Coldstream Park Stream Corridor Project

Overview

The body considered Resolution 0148-12, which authorized an Engineering Services Agreement with CDP Engineers for the Coldstream Park Stream Corridor Project 1:20:10.

Key Speakers

  • Ms. Gorton
  • Mr. Ellinger

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0152-12: Dynamic Entry Training

Summary

Resolution 0152-12 authorized an agreement with Tactical Energetic Entry Systems for Dynamic Entry Training. The resolution was approved by the body.

Discussion

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the key speakers on this agenda item 1:20:10.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 0156-12: Meadows-Northland-Arlington Project

1:20:10

The council considered Resolution 0156-12, which authorized Certificates of Consideration and deeds for the Meadows-Northland-Arlington Section 5A Public Improvements Project.

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger presented this agenda item. The resolution was approved by the council.

Resolution 0158-12: Special Operations Equipment

Resolution 0158-12 authorized the purchase of special operations equipment from Thermo Fisher Scientific. 1:20:10

Key Speakers

Ms. Gorton and Mr. Ellinger were the primary speakers on this agenda item.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Communications from the Mayor

Mayor Jim Gray presented recommendations for appointments and reappointments to various boards and committees 1:20:10.

This agenda item was presented for informational purposes. The Mayor outlined his recommendations for filling positions on the city's boards and committees through both new appointments and reappointments of existing members.

No additional details regarding specific boards, committees, individuals recommended, or discussion points were provided in the available meeting materials.

Decisions

  • Ordinance 0062-12 — passed (14-0): Changing zoning from Heavy Industrial (I-2) and Wholesale & Warehouse (B-4) to High Rise Apartment (R-5) for property at 474, 497, and 498 Angliana Ave.
  • Ordinance 0050-12 — passed (14-0): Creating temporary positions: one Public Information Officer, three Evidence Technicians, and one Police Analyst, with terms ending December 31, 2014.
  • Ordinance 0108-12 — passed (14-0): Amending budgets to reflect current municipal expenditures and appropriating/re-appropriating funds (Schedule No. 51).
  • Ordinance 110-12 — passed (14-0): Amending budgets to allocate $620 from Neighborhood Development Funds to the Div. of Parks and Recreation for dance competitions (Schedule No. 52).
  • Ordinance 0193-12 — passed (13-0): Amending the Town and Gown Commission Code to add Bluegrass Community and Technical College representation, adjust membership, and update roles.
  • Resolution 0054-12 — passed (13-0): Accepting bid from Pomeroy for security cameras and equipment for Dept. of General Services.
  • Resolution 0069-12 — passed (13-0): Accepting bids from Solid Rock Construction and Sensabaugh Design for UPC demolition of residential structures (Div. of Water Quality).
  • Resolution 0007-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing grant application to Ky. Office of Homeland Security for $16,500 to purchase 30 body armor vests for Div. of Police.
  • Resolution 0033-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing rental agreement with Lexington Center Corp. for Opera House use for Kiddie Kapers Program (max $10,000).
  • Resolution 0036-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing purchase of service and lease agreement with Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control, LLC (max $1,076,690).
  • Resolution 0042-12 — passed (13-0): Awarding Class A (Neighborhood) Incentive Grant to Friends of Wolf Run, Inc. ($7,200) for stormwater facility model.
  • Resolution 0043-12 — passed (13-0): Awarding Class A (Neighborhood) Incentive Grant to Andover Estates Homeowners Association ($8,000) for riprap channel retrofit.
  • Resolution 0049-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Rural and Inner City Adopt-a-Spot Program Agreements with multiple groups (total max $21,867.12).
  • Resolution 0051-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing repairs to police helicopter by RJ Corman Aircraft Maintenance, LLC (sole source, max $126,152.32).
  • Resolution 0053-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing annual maintenance fee for Accela, Inc. Asset Management Software (required by Consent Decree, max $95,863.80).
  • Resolution 0055-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Change Order No. 2 to GRW Engineers contract (increase from $425,000 to $462,350).
  • Resolution 0057-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Data Usage Agreement with RAIDS Online/BAIR Analytics (no cost to government).
  • Resolution 0066-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Change Order No. 1 to Disponette Service contract (increase from $465,200 to $512,624).
  • Resolution 0109-12 — passed (12-0): Accepting Collective Bargaining Agreement with Fraternal Order of Police, Town Branch Lodge #83 (Div. of Community Corrections).
  • Resolution 0077-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing execution of Certificates of Consideration for Tates Creek Rd. Sidewalk Improvement Project (max $130,000).
  • Resolution 0145-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing agreements with multiple groups for Office of the Urban County Council (total max $3,100).
  • Resolution 0171-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing agreements with multiple groups for Office of the Urban County Council (total max $1,725).
  • Resolution 0163-12 — passed (13-0): Ratifying probationary and permanent civil service appointments (including Tamara Walters, Kenneth Kelley, Sherman Cook, Stephanie Hong, Joanna Rodes, Albert Johnson, Timothy Bowman).
  • Resolution 0160-12 — failed (6-7): Authorizing Change Order No. 1 to RCC Consultants contract (increase from $100,000 to $155,700.75).
  • Resolution 0163-12 — passed (13-0): Ratifying unclassified civil service appointment of Derek Paulsen, Commissioner of Planning (effective Feb 21, 2012).
  • Resolution 0118-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing acceptance of payment adjustment for Tobacco Rose Farm employees ($117,481.38).
  • Resolution 0141-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing agreements with seven Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (on-call forensic exams, testimony, insurance).
  • Resolution 0142-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Memorandum of Agreement with Lexington and Fayette County Parking Authority (transfer, management, repair, operation of parking facilities).
  • Resolution 0143-12 — passed (13-0): Awarding Class A (Neighborhood) Incentive Grant to Hartland Homeowners Association ($50,000) for stormwater basin improvements.
  • Resolution 0144-12 — passed (13-0): Awarding Class A (Neighborhood) Incentive Grant to Hartland Homeowners Association ($37,230) for stream erosion and bank failure repairs.
  • Resolution 0147-12 — passed (13-0): Awarding Class B (Education) Incentive Grant to Fayette County Board of Education ($10,836.20) for rain gardens at four schools.
  • Resolution 0148-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Engineering Services Agreement with CDP Engineers for Coldstream Park Stream Corridor Project (max $250,000).
  • Resolution 0152-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Agreement with Tactical Energetic Entry Systems for Dynamic Entry Training (max $35,000).
  • Resolution 0156-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Certificates of Consideration and deeds for Meadows-Northland-Arlington Section 5A Public Improvements Project (max $175,000).
  • Resolution 0158-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing purchase of special operations equipment from Thermo Fisher Scientific (max $55,000) under State Homeland Security Grant.
  • Resolution 0178-12 — passed (13-0): Recommendations for appointments and reappointments to various boards and committees.
  • Resolution 0163-12 — passed (13-0): Ratifying probationary civil service appointments of Tamara Walters and Kenneth Kelley.
  • Resolution 0163-12 — passed (13-0): Ratifying permanent civil service appointments of Sherman Cook, Stephanie Hong, and Joanna Rodes.
  • Resolution 0163-12 — passed (13-0): Ratifying probationary sworn appointments of Albert Johnson and Timothy Bowman.
  • Resolution 0163-12 — passed (13-0): Ratifying unclassified civil service appointment of Derek Paulsen, Commissioner of Planning.
  • Resolution 0118-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing acceptance of payment adjustment for Tobacco Rose Farm employees ($117,481.38).
  • Resolution 0141-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing agreements with seven Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (on-call forensic exams, testimony, insurance).
  • Resolution 0142-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Memorandum of Agreement with Lexington and Fayette County Parking Authority (transfer, management, repair, operation of parking facilities).
  • Resolution 0143-12 — passed (13-0): Awarding Class A (Neighborhood) Incentive Grant to Hartland Homeowners Association ($50,000) for stormwater basin improvements.
  • Resolution 0144-12 — passed (13-0): Awarding Class A (Neighborhood) Incentive Grant to Hartland Homeowners Association ($37,230) for stream erosion and bank failure repairs.
  • Resolution 0147-12 — passed (13-0): Awarding Class B (Education) Incentive Grant to Fayette County Board of Education ($10,836.20) for rain gardens at four schools.
  • Resolution 0148-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Engineering Services Agreement with CDP Engineers for Coldstream Park Stream Corridor Project (max $250,000).
  • Resolution 0152-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Agreement with Tactical Energetic Entry Systems for Dynamic Entry Training (max $35,000).
  • Resolution 0156-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing Certificates of Consideration and deeds for Meadows-Northland-Arlington Section 5A Public Improvements Project (max $175,000).
  • Resolution 0158-12 — passed (13-0): Authorizing purchase of special operations equipment from Thermo Fisher Scientific (max $55,000) under State Homeland Security Grant.
  • Resolution 0178-12 — passed (13-0): Recommendations for appointments and reappointments to various boards and committees.