Urban County Council Meeting

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Urban County Council met on April 12, 2012, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers in Lexington, Kentucky, with Mayor Gray presiding. The meeting included two agenda items, both proclamations presented for informational purposes. The council heard two public comments during the session and took two motions to a vote. The meeting focused on recognizing public health heroes and animal care and control officers through formal proclamations.

Attendance

Present: Stinnett, Beard, Blues, Crosbie, Ellinger, Farmer, Ford, Gorton, Henson, Kay, Lawless, Martin, McChord, Myers

Absent: Lane

Late: None

Votes and Decisions

Ordinance 0311-12: Amendments to the Scrap Metal Ordinance 27:15

Motion by Stinnett, seconded by Henson. This ordinance passed unanimously with 14 ayes and 0 nays. All members voted in favor: Stinnett, Beard, Blues, Crosbie, Ellinger, Farmer, Ford, Gorton, Henson, Kay, Lawless, Martin, McChord, and Myers. The ordinance requires a new first reading.

Resolution 0269-12: Bid Acceptance for Green Acres/Hollow Creek Stormwater Treatment Units 49:25

Motion by Ellinger, seconded by Myers. This resolution passed unanimously with 14 ayes and 0 nays. All members voted in favor: Stinnett, Beard, Blues, Crosbie, Ellinger, Farmer, Ford, Gorton, Henson, Kay, Lawless, Martin, McChord, and Myers.

Budget and Financial Actions

The meeting approved the following financial actions:

Green Acres/Hollow Creek Stormwater Treatment Units - Amount: $184,000 - Vendor: Claunch Construction - Resolution: 0269-12 - Type: Contract

Senior Intern Luncheon Catering Services - Amount: $5,500 - Vendor: Hyatt Regency Lexington - Resolution: 0241-12 - Type: Contract

Public Comment

Two speakers addressed the meeting regarding the proposed use of Bluegrass Area Development District (BGADD) property.

Charles Payne 1:31:15 expressed opposition to the BGADD project, specifically concerning the organization's plan to house ex-inmates in the neighborhood. He raised safety concerns and cited procedural issues with the proposed project.

David Vinson 1:41:57 spoke in support of an alternative use for the BGADD property. He advocated for dedicating the property to veterans' programs instead of housing ex-inmates, emphasizing community safety as a primary consideration in determining the property's future use.

Appointments

Glenn Brown was appointed to the position of Administrative Officer.

Contested Items

BGADD Project on Trent Boulevard

Residents expressed strong opposition to the Bluegrass Area Development District's plan to house ex-inmates in their neighborhood. The primary concerns centered on safety and procedural issues. Community members objected to the proposed location and raised questions about how the decision was made and communicated to affected residents.

Proclamation: Public Health Heroes, 2012 Winners

6:37

Mayor Gray presented a proclamation recognizing the 2012 Public Health Heroes. The proclamation honored two individuals for their significant contributions to public health:

• Vicki Blevins
• Council Member Jay McChord

The presentation was informational in nature, celebrating the recipients' work and dedication to advancing public health initiatives. Mayor Gray led the recognition ceremony, acknowledging the honorees' efforts and impact in the community.

Outcome: The proclamation was presented as scheduled, formally recognizing the 2012 Public Health Heroes.

Proclamation: Animal Care & Control Officers Week

Mayor Gray presented a proclamation recognizing National Animal Care and Control Officers Appreciation Week 18:03. The proclamation highlighted the important work performed by local animal care and control officers in the community.

Key Speakers

• Mayor Gray
• Captain Tim Mitchell

Presentation

The mayor presented the proclamation to recognize and appreciate the contributions of animal care and control officers during their designated national week of recognition.

Outcome

This agenda item was informational in nature, with the proclamation being presented to acknowledge the work of local animal care and control officers.