Urban County Council Meeting

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council met on April 26, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 200 E. Main St, Lexington, KY 40507, with Mayor Gray presiding. The council conducted a comprehensive legislative session that addressed zoning matters, personnel changes, infrastructure projects, and various service contracts. The meeting included 66 agenda items, with the council taking 62 motions and votes and hearing 2 public comments. The session also featured a presentation during the informational portion of the meeting.

The council approved the majority of items brought before it, including several ordinances affecting city operations and development. Notable approvals included Ordinance 0375-12 establishing a Neighborhood Design Character Overlay (ND-1) Zone, Ordinance 0309-12 amending firefighter recruitment procedures, and Ordinance 0315-12 authorizing changes to police captain and lieutenant positions. The council also approved zoning changes for Jefferson Street and Angliana Avenue, along with amendments to taxicab regulations and the council meeting schedule.

Two ordinances were tabled during the session: Ordinance 0394-12 concerning engine brake prohibition and Ordinance 0311-12 regarding scrap metal regulations. The council approved numerous resolutions authorizing contracts for supplies and services, including janitorial supplies, fire station renovations, equipment purchases, and various infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council approved multiple resolutions related to grants, agreements, and civil service appointments, including support for the Empower Lexington Energy Plan and an agreement with the Young Marines. The session concluded with a motion to enter closed session regarding a police disciplinary action agreement.

Attendance

Present: - Mayor Gray - Council Member Blues - Council Member Crosbie - Council Member Ellinger - Council Member Ford - Council Member Gorton - Council Member Henson - Council Member Kay - Council Member Lane - Council Member Lawless - Council Member Martin - Council Member McChord - Council Member Myers - Council Member Stinnett - Council Member Beard

Absent: - Council Member Farmer

Late: None

Votes and Decisions

The council took action on 67 motions during the April 26, 2012 meeting, with the vast majority passing unanimously or near-unanimously.

Engine Brake Ordinance (Ordinance 0394-12) 8:09 - Council Member Blues moved to amend the ordinance to add an emergency exception to the engine brake prohibition, seconded by Council Member Gordon. The motion was postponed to allow for a new first reading and two weeks of public inspection. A subsequent new first reading of the amended ordinance passed by voice vote 9:40.

Scrap Metal Ordinance (Ordinance 0311-12) 15:25 - Council Member Stinnett moved to table the ordinance, seconded by Council Member McChord. The motion passed, with reconsideration scheduled for the May 10, 2012 meeting and an additional dealer meeting planned.

Neighborhood Design Character Overlay Zone (Ordinance 0375-12) 17:35 - Council Member Myers moved approval, seconded by Council Member Stinnett. The roll call vote passed 13-0 with 1 abstention. Council Member Blues recused himself from the vote.

Personnel and Administrative Matters - Multiple ordinances and resolutions passed unanimously by roll call vote with 14-0 counts, including: - Firefighter recruitment amendment (Ordinance 0309-12) - Police captain and lieutenant position change (Ordinance 0315-12) - Richmond Road landscape plan waiver (Ordinance 0334-12) - Sewer discharge ordinance correction (Ordinance 0335-12) - Taxicab regulations amendment (Ordinance 0395-12) - Council meeting schedule amendment (Ordinance 0397-12) - Budget re-appropriation Schedule No. 64 (Ordinance 0398-12)

Zoning and Development - Ordinance 0311-12 received an amendment to correct a clerical error regarding Article 8 19:42, then passed second reading 14-0 23:38. Ordinance 0459-12 (pedestrian-oriented business district) passed second reading 14-0 23:38.

Resolutions - Approximately 40 resolutions passed, covering contracts, grants, agreements, and appointments. Notable items included probationary civil service appointments (Resolution 0303-12, 13-0 with 1 abstention, Council Member Ford recused) 36:05, the 2012 Consolidated Plan/Grant Application to HUD (Resolution 0336-12, 13-0 with 1 abstention, Council Member Ford recused) 36:05, and multiple infrastructure and service contracts, all passing 14-0.

Closed Session 1:20:24 - Council Member Gordon moved to enter closed session, seconded by Council Member Henson, passing 14-0.

Budget and Financial Actions

The meeting on April 26, 2012 approved multiple contracts and grants totaling over $10 million in financial commitments across infrastructure, public safety, community development, and social services.

Contracts

The city authorized structural repairs and exterior renovations to Fire Station No. 5 for $138,850 with Churchill McGee, LLC (Resolution 0297-12). Exterior renovations to Fire Station No. 6 were approved for $54,000 with Mitchell Construction Management, LLC (Resolution 0303-12). The Anniston/Wickland Capital Storm Sewer Improvements - Phase I project was contracted to Woodall Construction Co., Inc. for $422,020.08 (Resolution 0365-12). Engineering services for Town Branch Trail Phase III were awarded to CDP Engineers, Inc. for $71,450 (Resolution 0353-12). Consulting services and construction administration for Haley Pike Landfill Closure, Phase 4 were contracted to Ken Virens, Inc. for $241,000 (Resolution 0366-12).

Federal and State Grants

The city accepted a 2012 Consolidated Plan/Grant Application from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development totaling $3,103,820, which includes the Community Development Block Grant Program ($1,993,717), HOME Program ($945,184), and Emergency Solutions Grant Program ($164,919) (Resolution 0336-12).

Additional grants approved included $400,000 in federal funds for the Todds/Liberty Road Improvement Project from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (Resolution 0368-12) and $160,000 for a Traffic Safety Program and Speed Enforcement Project from the same agency (Resolution 0318-12).

Community and Infrastructure Grants

The city approved $75,000 from the Kentucky Department for Local Government for construction of a new trail at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary (Resolution 0333-12). Class B Infrastructure Incentive Grants totaling $426,560 were awarded under Resolution 0322-12 to the Living Arts and Science Center, Inc. ($60,440), Community Montessori School, Inc. ($360,160), Board of Education of Fayette County ($320,400 construction and $12,000 feasibility), and Lexmark International, Inc. ($34,000 feasibility).

Social Services and Public Health Grants

Grants supporting social services included $400,000 for rehabilitation of Salem Village Apartments with National Housing Associates, Inc. (Resolution 0342-12), $460,560 for the Home Network Project at the Family Care Center from the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department (Resolution 0369-12), $241,845 for operation of the Day Treatment Program from the Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice (Resolution 0376-12), and $83,101 for operation of the Senior Citizens Center in FY 2013 from the Bluegrass Area Development District (Resolution 0346-12).

Additional grants included $252,727 from the U.S. Department of Justice for a computer network overhaul project for the Division of Police (Resolution 0361-12), $24,000 for Project Safe Neighborhood Program services (Resolution 0362-12), $23,800 for Cargo Tank Emergency Response Training from Safe Transportation Training Specialists (Resolution 0350-12), and stormwater quality project grants totaling $21,699 (Resolutions 0306-12 and 0321-12).

Public Comment

Two members of the public addressed the council during this meeting.

Bernard McCarthy spoke at approximately 1:16:08 regarding the scrap metal ordinance and aluminum cans. He advocated for exempting aluminum cans from the scrap metal ordinance, noting that stealing canned beverages for the cans is unlikely and not a significant issue.

David Wickstrom spoke at approximately 1:17:45 concerning fire department staffing and brownouts. He expressed concern over fire department brownouts and argued that police and fire services should be prioritized over golf course subsidies. He urged the council to ensure adequate staffing for firefighter safety.

Appointments

The following individuals were appointed to positions within various city divisions:

Division of Water Quality - Aaron Johnson - Di-Linh Cao-Nguyen - La Vada Green - Michael Foster

Division of Parks and Recreation - Justin Mullannix

Division of Waste Management - Damon Griggs - Wanda Carole Siler

Division of Human Resources - Mary Lyle

Division of Community Corrections - Christopher Toombs - Adam Moss - Jerrod Stump - Wesley West - Dwayne Tyree

Division of Police - Mark Brand - Thomas Perkins - Christopher Young - Joe Anderson

Office of the Mayor - Mary Shaye Rabold

Division of Enterprise Solutions - Jennifer Bailey

Division of Youth Services - Chance Clay

Office of the Coroner - John Cox

Division of Streets and Roads - Guy Stone - Jeremy Asberry

Division of Revenue - Rebecca Burke

Division of Building Inspection - Nora Bryant

Contested Items

Scrap Metal Ordinance

The scrap metal ordinance generated community opposition during the meeting. The ordinance was tabled to allow for additional public input and to facilitate a meeting with dealers. This action indicated significant community concerns about the proposed regulation and demonstrated the need for further review before proceeding with implementation.

Fire Department Staffing and Brownouts

A heated discussion emerged regarding fire department staffing levels and brownouts. Public comment raised concerns about fire department brownouts and advocated for prioritizing police and fire services over golf course subsidies. This prompted broader discussion among attendees about firefighter safety and appropriate staffing levels for the department. The debate reflected tension between competing budget priorities and public safety concerns.

Roll Call

The council clerk conducted roll call at the beginning of the meeting 0:00. All council members were present except for Council Member Farmer, who was absent.

Invocation

Reverend Dr. Steve Nash, Chaplain for Hospice of the Bluegrass, delivered the invocation for the meeting 1:38.

In his opening prayer, Reverend Nash called for wisdom, service, and unity among the public servants gathered for the meeting. The invocation set a reflective tone for the proceedings to follow, emphasizing values of thoughtful leadership and collaborative governance.

Presentation

3:53

Council Member Crosbie introduced Boy Scout Troop #1222, Den 3, who were in attendance at the meeting. The group was welcomed and thanked for their presence.

This agenda item was informational in nature, with no debate or concerns raised during the discussion.

Ordinance 0375-12: Neighborhood Design Character Overlay (ND-1) Zone

17:35

The council considered an ordinance to create a Neighborhood Design Character Overlay (ND-1) Zone covering 113.87 net acres. Council Members Myers and Stinnett were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The ordinance was approved by roll call vote with a result of 13-0. Council Member Blues recused themselves from the vote.

Ordinance 0309-12: Firefighter Recruitment Amendment

17:35

The council considered Ordinance 0309-12, which proposed to delete EMT and Paramedic certification preference points from the firefighter recruitment process.

Council Member Myers and Council Member Stinnett were the key speakers on this agenda item. The ordinance was presented for consideration without recorded objections or substantive debate during the meeting.

Outcome

The ordinance was approved unanimously by the council.

Ordinance 0315-12: Police Captain and Lieutenant Position Change

17:35

The council considered Ordinance 0315-12, which proposed to abolish one Police Captain position and create one Police Lieutenant position within the police department.

Council Member Myers and Council Member Stinnett were the key speakers on this agenda item. The ordinance was presented for consideration and discussion by the council members.

The ordinance was approved unanimously by the council, indicating no opposition to the proposed change in police department staffing structure.

Ordinance 0334-12: Richmond Rd. Landscape Plan Waiver

17:35

The council considered a waiver for landscape plan requirements affecting three addresses on Richmond Road. Council Member Myers and Council Member Stinnett participated in the discussion of this matter.

The ordinance was approved unanimously by the council.

Ordinance 0335-12: Sewer System Discharge Correction

17:35

Ordinance 0335-12 addressed a correction to the article reference for sewer discharge regulations. Council Member Myers and Council Member Stinnett were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The ordinance was approved unanimously by the council.

Ordinance 0394-12: Engine Brake Prohibition

8:09

Ordinance 0394-12 concerning engine brake prohibition was discussed during this agenda item. The ordinance was amended to include an exception for emergency vehicles before being brought to a vote.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Gordon were the key speakers on this matter.

The ordinance was tabled for a new first reading, meaning the item was postponed and will require a fresh initial reading when it returns for consideration at a future meeting.

Ordinance 0395-12: Taxicab Regulations Amendment

Ordinance 0395-12, a comprehensive amendment to taxicab regulations, was presented for council consideration 17:35. The ordinance received discussion from Council Member Myers and Council Member Stinnett.

The ordinance was approved unanimously by the council.

Ordinance 0397-12: Council Meeting Schedule Amendment

17:35

The council considered Ordinance 0397-12, which proposed amendments to the council meeting schedule. The ordinance included changes to meeting dates and the addition of new Committee of the Whole meetings.

Council Member Myers and Council Member Stinnett were the key speakers on this agenda item. The discussion addressed the proposed schedule modifications, though specific details about which dates were changed or the rationale for adding Committee of the Whole meetings were not documented in the available materials.

The ordinance was approved unanimously by the council, indicating no objections or concerns were raised during the deliberation.

Ordinance 0398-12: Budget Re-appropriation (Schedule No. 64)

This agenda item addressed a budget re-appropriation measure identified as Schedule No. 64. The discussion took place approximately 17 minutes and 35 seconds into the meeting 17:35.

Key Speakers

Council Member Myers and Council Member Stinnett participated in the discussion of this ordinance.

Outcome

The budget re-appropriation was approved unanimously by the council.

Ordinance 0311-12: Scrap Metal Regulations

15:25

The council considered Ordinance 0311-12 regarding scrap metal regulations. Council Member Stinnett and Council Member McChord were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The ordinance was tabled to allow for additional public input and to facilitate a dealer meeting. This action indicated that the council determined more information and stakeholder engagement were necessary before proceeding with a vote on the proposed regulations.

Outcome: The ordinance was tabled.

Ordinance 0400-12: Zoning Change (Jefferson St.)

19:12

The Council considered a zoning change for Jefferson Street, proposing to reclassify the area from High Density Apartment to Neighborhood Business zoning.

Council Member Lane and Council Member Lawless participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

The ordinance was approved unanimously by the Council.

Ordinance 0401-12: Zoning Change (Angliana Ave.)

19:12

The council considered a zoning change for property on Angliana Avenue, proposing to reclassify the area from Heavy Industrial to High Density Apartment zoning.

Key Speakers

Council Member Lane and Council Member Lawless participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

Outcome

The ordinance was approved unanimously by the council.

Ordinance 0402-12: Group Residential Projects in R-5 Zone

23:38

The council considered Ordinance 0402-12 concerning group residential projects in the R-5 zone. The ordinance was amended to include Article 8 before being brought to a vote.

Council Member Lane and Council Member Lawless were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The ordinance was approved unanimously by the council.

Ordinance 0458-12: Budget Re-appropriation (Schedule No. 66)

This agenda item addressed a budget re-appropriation measure identified as Schedule No. 66. The discussion took place approximately 19 minutes and 12 seconds into the meeting 19:12.

Key Speakers

Council Member Lane and Council Member Lawless participated in the discussion of this ordinance.

Outcome

The budget re-appropriation was approved unanimously by the council.

Ordinance 0459-12: Pedestrian-Oriented Business Districts

Ordinance 0459-12, which would authorize pedestrian-oriented business districts, was presented as agenda item V.5 23:38.

Council Member Henson and Council Member Gordon were the key speakers during discussion of this ordinance.

The ordinance was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0287-12: Janitorial Supplies Contracts

37:09

The council considered Resolution 0287-12, which addressed the acceptance of multiple bids for janitorial supplies contracts. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0297-12: Fire Station No. 5 Renovations

37:09

The council considered Resolution 0297-12 concerning renovations to Fire Station No. 5. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The resolution addressed the acceptance of a bid for the Fire Station No. 5 renovation project. The council voted to approve the resolution unanimously, moving forward with the proposed bid for the facility improvements.

Resolution 0303-12: Fire Station No. 6 Renovations

37:09

The council considered Resolution 0303-12 regarding renovations to Fire Station No. 6. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The resolution sought approval to accept a bid for the Fire Station No. 6 renovation project. The council voted unanimously to approve the resolution.

Resolution 0304-12: Oil Consumption Contracts

37:09

The council considered Resolution 0304-12, which addressed the acceptance of bids for oil consumption contracts. The resolution pertained to bids for 5w20 and 15w40 oil products.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item. The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0316-12: Police Emergency Equipment

Resolution 0316-12 concerned the acceptance of a bid for police emergency lighting equipment. 37:09

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item. The resolution was presented for consideration and discussion before the council.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council, with no recorded objections or abstentions to the bid acceptance for police emergency equipment.

Resolution 0317-12: Swimming Pool Chemicals

37:09

The council considered Resolution 0317-12 regarding the acceptance of bids for swimming pool chemicals. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0332-12: Custodial Services

Resolution 0332-12 concerning custodial services was presented for consideration at the April 26, 2012 meeting 37:09.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson participated in the discussion of this agenda item. The resolution involved accepting a bid for custodial services.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0337-12: Crushed Glass Transport

Resolution 0337-12 addressed the acceptance of a bid for crushed glass transport 37:09. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0339-12: Rain Suits

Resolution 0339-12 concerning the acceptance of a bid for rain suits was presented to the council 37:09. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0340-12: Disposable Gloves

Resolution 0340-12 concerning the acceptance of a bid for disposable gloves was presented to the council 37:09.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson participated in the discussion of this agenda item. The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0341-12: Stainless Steel Slide Gates

37:09

The council considered Resolution 0341-12 regarding the acceptance of a bid for stainless steel slide gates. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0347-12: Commercial Fuel

Resolution 0347-12 concerning the acceptance of a bid for commercial fuel was presented to the council. 37:09

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0349-12: Inductive Loop Vehicle Detection

Resolution 0349-12 concerning the acceptance of a bid for inductive loop vehicle detection was presented to the council 37:09.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson participated in the discussion of this agenda item. The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

The specific details of the bid, the vendor selected, project scope, or cost were not included in the available meeting materials. The resolution was adopted without recorded objections or concerns from council members.

Resolution 0359-12: Baling Wire

Resolution 0359-12 concerning the acceptance of a bid for baling wire was presented to the council 37:09. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0365-12: Storm Sewer Improvements

Resolution 0365-12 concerning storm sewer improvements was presented to the council 37:09. The resolution addressed the acceptance of a bid for storm sewer improvements.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item. The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0370-12: Entrance Mat Rental

37:09

The council considered Resolution 0370-12 regarding the acceptance of a bid for entrance mat rental services. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0371-12: Probationary Civil Service Appointments

Resolution 0371-12 addressed the ratification of multiple probationary civil service appointments. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item 36:05.

The resolution was presented for consideration and approval by the council. No specific concerns or objections were raised during the discussion period.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0280-12: Renewal Leases for Park Employees

Resolution 0280-12, concerning renewal leases for park employees, was presented as agenda item VI.18 37:09.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item. The resolution authorizing renewal leases for park employees was brought before the council for consideration.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0282-12: Bond for County Judge/Executive

Resolution 0282-12 addressed the approval of a bond for County Judge/Executive Jon Larson. 37:09

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item. The resolution was presented for consideration and voted upon by the council.

The resolution was approved unanimously, with no recorded objections or concerns raised during the discussion.

Resolution 0291-12: Bond for County Clerk

Resolution 0291-12, concerning the bond for County Clerk Donald W. Blevins, Jr., was presented to the council 37:09. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council without recorded objections or concerns being raised during the discussion.

Resolution 0305-12: ASL Interpreting Services

37:09

The council considered Resolution 0305-12, which authorized a billing agreement for ASL (American Sign Language) interpreting services. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0306-12: Class A Incentive Grant

Outcome: The resolution was approved unanimously.

Overview: Resolution 0306-12 concerned the awarding of a Class A grant to The Friends of Wolf Run, Inc. 37:09

Key Participants: - Council Member Blues - Council Member Henson

The resolution was brought before the council and voted on, resulting in unanimous approval.

Resolution 0307-12: Land Swap for Burley Park

Resolution 0307-12 authorized a land swap for Burley Park relocation and was approved unanimously by the council. 37:09

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item. The resolution proceeded to a vote without recorded objections, resulting in unanimous approval.

Resolution 0318-12: Traffic Safety and Speed Enforcement Grants

Resolution 0318-12 authorized two grant applications related to traffic safety and speed enforcement. 37:09

Key Speakers

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

Outcome

The resolution was approved unanimously.

Resolution 0321-12: Class B Education Incentive Grant

Resolution 0321-12 concerned the awarding of a Class B Education Incentive Grant to the UK Research Foundation. 37:09

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item. The resolution was presented for consideration and discussion before the council.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council, with no recorded objections or abstentions to the measure.

Resolution 0322-12: Class B Infrastructure Grants

37:09

The council considered Resolution 0322-12, which addressed the awarding of multiple Class B infrastructure grants. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0333-12: Trail at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary

Resolution 0333-12 authorized a grant application for a trail at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. The matter was discussed by Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson 37:09.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0336-12: 2012 Consolidated Plan/Grant Application

36:05

The council considered Resolution 0336-12, which authorized the 2012 Consolidated Plan and HUD grant application. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0342-12: HOME Agreement for Salem Village Apartments

Resolution 0342-12 authorized a HOME agreement for rehabilitation and was brought before the council at approximately 37 minutes into the meeting 37:09.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item. The resolution received unanimous approval from the council.

The agreement pertained to rehabilitation work at Salem Village Apartments. No specific concerns or objections were raised during the discussion, and the item proceeded to a unanimous vote in favor of approval.

Resolution 0346-12: Senior Citizens Center Grant

Resolution 0346-12, authorizing a grant for the Senior Citizens Center, was presented as agenda item VI.30 37:09.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson participated in the discussion of this resolution. The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

No additional details regarding specific debate points, concerns raised, or the grant amount were provided in the available meeting materials.

Resolution 0350-12: Hazmat Emergency Response Training

Resolution 0350-12 authorized an agreement for hazmat emergency response training. The resolution was discussed by Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson 37:09.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0351-12: Parking Facility Transfer

Resolution 0351-12 concerning a transfer agreement for parking facilities was presented to the council 37:09. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution authorizing the transfer agreement for parking facilities was brought before the council for consideration. Following discussion among the council members, the resolution was approved unanimously by the body.

Resolution 0352-12: Sewer Shed Field Activities Extension

37:09

The council considered Resolution 0352-12, which addressed an extension of sewer shed field activities. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0353-12: Town Branch Trail Engineering Services

Resolution 0353-12 authorized an engineering services agreement related to the Town Branch Trail project. 37:09

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0368-12: Supplemental Agreement with Ky. Transportation Cabinet

Overview

Resolution 0368-12 authorized a supplemental agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for additional federal funds. 40:28

Discussion

Council Member Ford and Council Member Gorton participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

Outcome

The resolution was approved unanimously.

Resolution 0369-12: Grant from Lexington-Fayette County Health Dept.

40:28

This agenda item presented Resolution 0369-12, which authorized a grant from the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department. Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0376-12: Grant for Day Treatment Program

Resolution 0376-12, authorizing a grant for the Day Treatment Program, was presented for council consideration 40:28.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0389-12: Coolavin Rail Trail Project Extension

Resolution 0389-12 sought to authorize an amendment to extend the Coolavin Rail Trail Project. 40:28

Council Member Ford and Council Member Gorton were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0405-12: Agreement with Young Marines

Resolution 0405-12, authorizing an agreement with the Young Marines, was presented for council consideration 40:28.

Council Member McChord and Council Member Crosby were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0439-12: Support for Empower Lexington Energy Plan

Council considered Resolution 0439-12, which expressed support for the Empower Lexington Energy Plan 40:28.

Key Speakers

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

Outcome

The resolution was approved unanimously.

Resolution 0442-12: Conditional Offers for Civil Service Appointments

Resolution 0442-12, which authorized conditional offers for civil service appointments, was presented as an agenda item during the meeting 40:28.

Council Member Henson and Council Member Kay were the key speakers who addressed this resolution. The discussion centered on the conditional offers for multiple civil service appointments, though specific details about the individual positions or departments were not documented in the available record.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council, indicating there was no opposition to the conditional offers being authorized at this time.

Resolution 0443-12: Ratification of Probationary Appointments

40:28

Resolution 0443-12 addressed the ratification of multiple probationary appointments. Council Member Henson and Council Member Kay were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was presented for approval without recorded objections or substantive debate. No concerns were raised during the discussion period.

The resolution was approved unanimously.

Resolution 0405-12: Agreement with Young Marines (Second Reading)

The council considered Resolution 0405-12, which authorized an agreement with the Young Marines, during the second reading of the measure 40:28.

Council Member McChord and Council Member Crosby participated in the discussion of this agenda item. No specific concerns or objections were raised during the deliberation.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0439-12: Support for Empower Lexington Energy Plan (Second Reading)

The Council considered Resolution 0439-12 in support of the Empower Lexington Energy Plan on its second reading 40:28.

Council Member Blues and Council Member Henson were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item. The resolution was presented for final approval following its initial reading.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the Council.

Resolution 0442-12: Conditional Offers for Civil Service Appointments (Second Reading)

Overview

Resolution 0442-12, authorizing conditional offers for civil service appointments, was presented as a second reading item during the meeting 40:28.

Key Speakers

Council Member Henson and Council Member Kay participated in the discussion of this resolution.

Outcome

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0443-12: Ratification of Probationary Appointments (Second Reading)

40:28

Resolution 0443-12, concerning the ratification of probationary appointments, was presented for second reading. Council Member Henson and Council Member Kay were the key speakers during discussion of this agenda item.

The resolution was approved unanimously by the council.

Resolution 0303-12: Police Disciplinary Action Agreement

Overview

Resolution 0303-12 addressed disciplinary action for Officer Della Cameron and was presented as agenda item VII.13 during the meeting 1:10:54.

Key Speakers

Council Member Crosbie and Council Member Lawless participated in the discussion of this resolution.

Outcome

The resolution approving the disciplinary action for Officer Della Cameron was approved unanimously.

Resolution 0303-12: Motion to Enter Closed Session

1:20:24

The council considered a motion to enter closed session for the purpose of discussing employee discipline matters. Council Member Gordon and Council Member Henson were the key speakers on this agenda item.

The motion was approved unanimously by the council.