Urban County Council Meeting

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Urban County Council met on November 29, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 200 E. Main Street in Lexington, Kentucky, with Mayor Jim Gray presiding. The council conducted a substantial legislative session, taking 44 motions and votes on 84 agenda items while hearing 1 public comment. The meeting addressed a diverse range of municipal matters, including zoning and development initiatives, budget re-appropriations, infrastructure projects, and various grants and service agreements. Among the significant items approved were ordinances related to the 21c Lexington Development Area, code enforcement and planning position changes, urban services district expansions, and budget adjustments. The council also approved numerous resolutions covering topics such as capital projects, equipment purchases, grant acceptances, and intergovernmental agreements. Several items, including Ordinance 1227-12 on the Historic District Overlay Zone and multiple resolutions on topics ranging from civil service appointments to inducements for economic development, were advanced to first reading for further consideration at a subsequent meeting.

Attendance

Present: Ellinger, Farmer, Ford, Gorton, Henson, Kay, Lane, Lawless, McChord, Myers, Stinnett, Blues, and Crosbie

Absent: Martin and Beard

Late: None

Votes and Decisions

The Council passed 48 motions and resolutions during this meeting, with all votes conducted as roll calls. The voting body consisted of 13 members: Ellinger, Farmer, Ford, Gorton, Henson, Kay, Lane, Lawless, McChord, Myers, Stinnett, Blues, and Crosbie.

Ordinances 8:20

Four ordinances passed unanimously (13-0):

• Ordinance 1140-12: Approval of the 21c Lexington Development Area, including a Local Participation Agreement, Master Development Agreement, Incremental Tax Special Fund, and a $1M loan to 21c Lexington LLC (motion by Ellinger, second by Stinnett)
• Ordinance 1142-12: Amendment to abolish one Code Enforcement Officer Sr. position and create one Code Enforcement Officer position in the Division of Grants and Special Programs (motion by Ellinger, second by Stinnett)
• Ordinance 1157-12: Amendment to abolish one Planner position and create one Planner Sr. position in the Division of Planning (motion by Ellinger, second by Stinnett)
• Ordinance 1219-12: Amendment to change membership requirements of the Commission for Citizens with Disabilities (motion by Ellinger, second by Stinnett)
• Ordinance 1223-12: Amendment to budgets to reflect current municipal expenditures and re-appropriation of funds (motion by Ellinger, second by Stinnett)

Resolutions 23:26

Thirty-nine resolutions passed unanimously (13-0), covering bid acceptances, grant authorizations, agreements, and facility usage. Notable items included acceptance of bids from Randle-Davies Construction Co. for the Brighton East Rail Trail Project Phase II, Smith Contractors for West Hickman Waste Water Treatment Plant improvements, and Oracle Elevator for building elevator renovations. The Council also authorized acceptance of federal and state grants, including a U.S. Department of Justice grant for undocumented criminal alien incarceration reimbursement and a Kentucky Justice Cabinet grant for the SANE Program with a $28,150 local match.

Special Votes

Resolution 1271-12 (conditional civil service appointments) initially passed 12-1 26:04, with Blues voting against a motion to remove William Azevedo, Construction Manager, Grade 122E (motion by Crosbie, second by Farmer). The resolution was then amended and passed unanimously 13-0 44:27 (motion by Ellinger, second by Crosbie).

Resolution 63 (Kentucky Utilities Co. settlement) passed 13-0 49:16 subject to approval of the Kentucky Public Service Commission (motion by Crosbie, second by Ellinger).

Resolution 67 (residential parking permit program for 200 block of Dantzler Court) passed 13-0 41:34 (motion by Myers, second by Lawless).

Budget and Financial Actions

The meeting approved numerous contracts and grants across multiple city departments and services.

Construction and Infrastructure Projects

The council authorized several major construction contracts:

• Brighton East Rail Trail Project - Phase II: $446,601.66 to Randle-Davies Construction Co. (Resolution 1151-12)
• West Hickman Waste Water Treatment Plant Odor Control Improvements: $1,039,000 to Smith Contractors, Inc. (Resolution 1156-12)
• Phoenix Building and Police Headquarters Elevator Renovation: $568,775 to Oracle Elevator (Resolution 1171-12)
• Illuminated Street Name Sign Project - Phase I: $352,541 to Arrow Electric Co. (Resolution 1197-12)

Maintenance and Service Contracts

The city approved contracts for ongoing maintenance and services, including:

• Facility Management Services for Fayette County Courthouses: $412,213 to Meridian Management Corporation (Resolution 60)
• Public Safety Radio System: $247,000 to Windstream Communications (Resolution 44)
• Consulting Services for Police and Fire Pension Fund: $149,089 to Public Financial Management, Inc. (Resolution 1196-12)
• Software Maintenance and End User License Agreement: $586.50 to Horizon Information Systems, Inc. (Resolution 1172-12)
• Mainframe Software License: $14,000 to Unicom Systems, Inc. (Macro4) (Resolution 48)

Additional contracts were approved for synthetic transmission fluid, hydraulic cylinder repairs, snow removal, and police awards banquet rental and catering, though specific amounts were not specified for these items.

Grants Received

The city accepted multiple grants totaling over $989,518.15, including:

• Fiber Optic Cable Installation: $320,000 from Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (Resolution 61)
• Bingham McCutchen LLP Economic Development Bond Project: $450,000 from Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (Resolution 1188-12)
• Bluegrass Summer Games: $52,500 from Bluegrass State Games, Inc. (Resolution 62)
• SCAAP Program: $65,503 from U.S. Department of Justice (Resolution 1133-12)
• SANE Program: $45,123 from Kentucky Justice Cabinet (Resolution 1134-12)
• Class B Education Incentive Grants: $35,547 to Group CJ, LLC and $3,500 to Board of Education of Fayette County (Resolutions 1166-12 and 1170-12)
• Body Armor Vests: $16,500 from Kentucky Office of Homeland Security (Resolution 45)
• Bulletproof Vests: $345.15 from U.S. Department of Justice (Resolution 1162-12)

Community Contributions

Resolution 47 authorized contributions to multiple community organizations totaling $16,375, including donations to Girls on the Run, Fraternal Order of Police, neighborhood associations, and various civic organizations.

Public Comment

Bernard McCarthy addressed the board regarding tax incentives for businesses 56:18. Mr. McCarthy opposed the resolutions under consideration that would grant tax inducements to businesses. He argued that such incentives divert revenue away from infrastructure needs and fail to effectively address unemployment in the community. Additionally, Mr. McCarthy raised concerns about the potential impact of excavation work on Town Branch as part of the proposed projects.

Appointments

The following appointments and conditional offers were made during this meeting:

Appointments:

• Richard Morgan – Div. of Traffic Engineering
• Kristie Thomas – Div. of Parks and Recreation
• Darrell Doty – Div. of Police
• Kim Nesbitt – Div. of Human Resources
• Viola Howard – Div. of Parks and Recreation
• Evelyn Bologna – Div. of Parks and Recreation
• Daro Handy – Div. of Parks and Recreation
• Richard Bello – Div. of Youth Services
• Rahsaan Berry – Div. of Police

Reappointment:

• Christopher Young – Div. of Police

Conditional Offers:

• Christopher Phillips – Div. of Waste Management
• Tara Gentry – Div. of Building Inspection
• Elizabeth McKinney – Div. of Family Services
• Gabriel Hensley – Div. of Water Quality
• Donald Bowen – Div. of Water Quality
• Robert Hall – Div. of Water Quality
• Marcia Woodyard – Div. of Police
• Allen Baldwin – Div. of Water Quality
• William Azevedo – Dept. of Environmental Quality and Public Works
• Chase Azevedo – Div. of Water Quality

Contested Items

Tax Incentives for Businesses

A disagreement arose regarding the proposal to grant tax incentives to businesses. Mr. McCarthy opposed the measure, arguing that tax inducements divert revenue away from infrastructure projects and fail to effectively address unemployment concerns. His position reflected concerns that the proposed incentives would not deliver the intended economic benefits to the community.

The nature of the disagreement centered on community opposition to the tax incentive proposal, with Mr. McCarthy serving as the primary voice articulating these concerns during the meeting.

Ordinance 1140-12: 21c Lexington Development Area

6:12

The council approved Ordinance 1140-12, which established the 21c Lexington Development Area. The ordinance included three key components: a Local Participation Agreement, a Master Development Agreement, and a $1 million loan to 21c Lexington LLC. Oversight of the development area was assigned to the Lexington Downtown Development Authority.

Key speakers on this agenda item included Ellinger and Stinnett. The ordinance was approved by the council.

Ordinance 1142-12: Code Enforcement Officer Position Change

7:48

The council considered Ordinance 1142-12, which proposed changes to Code Enforcement Officer positions within the city government.

Action Taken

The council approved the ordinance, which abolished one Code Enforcement Officer Sr. position and created one Code Enforcement Officer position in the Division of Grants and Special Programs.

Key Speakers

Council members Ellinger and Stinnett participated in the discussion of this agenda item.

Outcome

The ordinance was approved.

Ordinance 1157-12: Planner Position Change

7:48

The council considered and approved Ordinance 1157-12, which modified staffing within the Division of Planning. The ordinance abolished one Planner position and created one Planner Sr. (Senior Planner) position.

Key speakers on this item included Ellinger and Stinnett. The council voted to approve the ordinance, which restructured the planning department's workforce by eliminating a standard planner role and replacing it with a senior-level position.

Ordinance 1219-12: Commission for Citizens with Disabilities Membership

7:48

The council considered and approved Ordinance 1219-12, which amended the membership requirements of the Commission for Citizens with Disabilities.

Key speakers on this item included Ellinger and Stinnett. The ordinance was approved by the council.

Ordinance 1223-12: Budget Re-appropriation

The council considered Ordinance 1223-12, which proposed amendments to municipal budgets to reflect current expenditures and re-appropriate funds accordingly 7:48.

Key Speakers

Ellinger and Stinnett were the primary speakers on this agenda item.

Outcome

The ordinance was approved by the council.

Ordinance 1227-12: Historic District (H-1) Overlay Zone

9:43

The council considered Ordinance 1227-12, which would establish a Historic District (H-1) Overlay Zone for properties located in Council District 5.

King presented the ordinance to the council. The measure would create protective zoning designations for historic properties within the specified district.

The council voted to place the ordinance on file for a public hearing. A public hearing on this matter has been scheduled for January 22, 2013, allowing community members and interested parties an opportunity to provide input before the council takes further action.

This represents the first reading of the ordinance.

Ordinance 1228-12: Commercial Woodlots in Industrial Zones

10:14

The council considered Ordinance 1228-12, which would permit commercial woodlots to operate in Light Industrial (I-1) and Heavy Industrial (I-2) zones, subject to specified restrictions.

King presented the ordinance to the council. The proposal would allow commercial woodlot operations as a permitted use in industrial zones while maintaining regulatory controls to address potential impacts on surrounding areas.

The council approved the ordinance, establishing a framework for commercial woodlot activities in designated industrial zones with the restrictions outlined in the measure.

Ordinance 1243-12: Full Urban Services District #1 Expansion

10:45

The council considered and approved an ordinance to expand Full Urban Services District #1 to include additional streets within the service area. The expansion would extend the district's coverage for street lighting, street cleaning, and garbage collection services to the newly included streets.

Wente presented the ordinance to the council. The expansion was approved by the council without noted objections or significant debate during the meeting.

Outcome: The ordinance was approved.

Ordinance 1244-12: Partial Urban Services District #3 Expansion

10:45

The council approved Ordinance 1244-12, which expands Partial Urban Services District #3 to include Katherine Place for garbage and refuse collection services.

Wente presented the ordinance to the council. The expansion adds Katherine Place to the service district, enabling garbage and refuse collection services to be provided to that area.

The ordinance was approved by the council.

Ordinance 1245-12: Partial Urban Services District #5 Expansion

10:45

The council considered and approved an ordinance to expand Partial Urban Services District #5. The expansion adds Claridge Drive and Malvern Road to the district's service area for garbage collection and street lighting.

Wente presented the ordinance to the council. The expansion was approved by the council.

Ordinance 1183-12: Repeal of Firearm Dealer Licensing Section

11:17

The council considered Ordinance 1183-12, which proposed repealing Subsection 13-13(b)(11) of the Code of Ordinances related to firearm dealer licensing. The ordinance also included renumbering of subsequent subsections to maintain proper code organization following the repeal.

O'Mara presented the ordinance to the council. No specific concerns or debate regarding the measure were documented in the available materials.

The council approved the ordinance.

Ordinance 1227-12: Budget Re-appropriation for UDAG and General Funds

11:50

The council considered Ordinance 1227-12, which proposed amending the budget to reflect current requirements for UDAG-funded projects and general funds. The ordinance sought to re-appropriate $1,153,397 in UDAG (Urban Development Action Grant) funds and $20,000 in general funds.

Barrow presented the ordinance to the council. The discussion focused on adjusting budget allocations to align with the actual needs of ongoing projects and operations.

The council approved the ordinance, authorizing the budget re-appropriation as presented.

Ordinance 1241-12: Picnic with the Pops Commission

12:24

The council considered Ordinance 1241-12, which proposed amendments to the Picnic with the Pops Commission membership.

Proposal

The ordinance sought to modify the composition of the Picnic with the Pops Commission by removing one member from the Horse Park Board and adding one member from Keeneland.

Discussion

Emmons addressed the council regarding this agenda item.

Outcome

The ordinance was approved.

Ordinance 1287-12: Redistricting Procedures

The council considered Ordinance 1287-12, which would create Section 2-3.2 in the Code of Ordinances to establish procedures and guidelines for redistricting Council Districts. 12:24

Maynard presented the ordinance to the council. The measure aimed to formalize the processes and requirements for how the city would conduct redistricting of its Council Districts.

The council approved the ordinance.

Ordinance 1288-12: 2013 Council Meeting Schedule

12:24

The Urban County Council considered and approved Ordinance 1288-12, which establishes the meeting schedule for the Urban County Council for the calendar year 2013.

Maynard presented this agenda item to the council. The ordinance was approved by the council, adopting the proposed schedule of meetings for 2013.

Ordinance 1289-12: Noise Disturbance Prohibition

The council considered Ordinance 1289-12, which amends noise regulations to prohibit disturbances from vehicles that are audible more than 10 feet away. 12:55

Maynard presented this ordinance to the council.

The ordinance was approved by the council.

Ordinance 1290-12: Budget Re-appropriation

12:55

The council considered Ordinance 1290-12, which proposed amending municipal budgets to reflect current expenditures and re-appropriating funds accordingly.

McGee presented the ordinance to the council. The discussion focused on adjusting the budget allocations to align with actual municipal spending patterns and operational needs.

The council approved the ordinance, authorizing the budget re-appropriation as presented.

Resolution 1151-12: Brighton East Rail Trail Project

The council considered Resolution 1151-12 regarding the Brighton East Rail Trail Project 14:06.

Action Taken

The council approved accepting the bid from Randle-Davies Construction Co. for the Brighton East Rail Trail Project - Phase II.

Key Participants

Bayert presented information on this agenda item.

Resolution 1156-12: West Hickman Wastewater Odor Control

The council considered a resolution to accept a bid for odor control improvements at the West Hickman Waste Water Treatment Plant 14:06.

Action Taken

The council approved the resolution, accepting the bid from Smith Contractors, Inc. for the West Hickman Waste Water Treatment Plant Odor Control Improvements.

Discussion

Martin presented this agenda item to the council.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 1160-12: Synthetic Transmission Fluid Contracts

The council considered and approved Resolution 1160-12 regarding synthetic transmission fluid contracts 14:43.

Action Taken

The council approved accepting bids from two vendors for synthetic transmission fluid contracts: - Clarke Power Services, Inc. - Power Train of Ky.

Presenter

Baradaran presented this agenda item to the council.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 1167-12: Hydraulic Cylinder Repair Contracts

14:43

The council considered Resolution 1167-12 regarding hydraulic cylinder repair contracts. Baradaran presented the item to the council.

The resolution addressed the acceptance of bids for hydraulic cylinder repair services. Two vendors were approved for these contracts: Hydraulic Specialists, Inc. and Power Train of Ky.

The council voted to approve the resolution.

Resolution 1171-12: Phoenix Building Elevator Renovation

The council considered and approved Resolution 1171-12 regarding elevator renovation work at the Phoenix Building and Police Headquarters 14:43.

Action Taken

The council approved accepting the bid from Oracle Elevator for the Phoenix Building and Police Headquarters Elevator Renovation project.

Key Participant

Baradaran presented information on this agenda item.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 1197-12: Illuminated Street Name Sign Project

The council considered Resolution 1197-12 regarding the Illuminated Street Name Sign Project 15:20.

Outcome

The council approved accepting the bid from Arrow Electric Co. for the Illuminated Street Name Sign Project - Phase I.

Discussion

Woods presented information on this agenda item to the council.

Resolution 1208-12: Snow Removal Contract

The council considered and approved Resolution 1208-12 regarding a snow removal contract 15:20.

Action Taken

The council approved accepting the bid from SCINA Lawncare Services, LLC for the snow removal contract.

Key Participant

Baradaran presented this agenda item to the council.

Resolution 1203-12: Civil Service Appointments

The council considered Resolution 1203-12 regarding civil service appointments during the meeting on November 29, 2012 15:50.

Presentation and Content

Maxwell presented the resolution, which sought to ratify probationary and permanent sworn civil service appointments across multiple departments.

Outcome

The council approved Resolution 1203-12. The resolution was ratified, confirming the civil service appointments as presented.

Resolution 1125-12: Decorative Streetlights at 420 Cross St.

The council considered a resolution to authorize the Mayor to execute an agreement with Earthman, LLC for the installation of decorative streetlights at 420 Cross St. 16:20

Moloney addressed the council on this agenda item. The agreement with Earthman, LLC would provide the decorative streetlights at no cost to the municipality.

The council approved the resolution.

Resolution 1133-12: SCAAP Grant

16:52

The council approved Resolution 1133-12, which authorized the acceptance of a U.S. Department of Justice grant under the SCAAP (State Criminal Alien Assistance Program) for reimbursement of undocumented criminal alien incarceration costs.

Speakers and Presentation

Gooding and Mason presented this agenda item to the council.

Outcome

The resolution was approved by the council.

Resolution 1134-12: SANE Program Grant

The council approved Resolution 1134-12, which authorized the submission and acceptance of a Kentucky Justice Cabinet grant for the continuation of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program. 16:52

The resolution was presented by Gooding and Mason. The action enables the municipality to pursue grant funding from the state to support ongoing operations of the SANE Program, which provides specialized medical and forensic services to sexual assault victims.

The council voted to approve the resolution, moving forward with the grant application and acceptance process for this victim services initiative.

Resolution 1137-12: Mutual Aid Agreement

The council considered and approved Resolution 1137-12, which authorized a mutual aid agreement with Catlettsburg Refining, LLC for emergency response assistance. 17:23

Jackson presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution was approved by the council.

Resolution 1138-12: Bomb Squad Project Easement

The council considered Resolution 1138-12 regarding a modification to an agreement with the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security. 17:58

Purpose

The resolution authorized a modification to the existing agreement with the Ky. Office of Homeland Security to permit the purchase of explosive storage boxes for the bomb squad project.

Speakers

Gooding and Mason presented this item to the council.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 1143-12: Donation of Pack N Play Cribs

The council considered a resolution to authorize the acceptance of a donation of 10 Graco Pack N Play cribs from Safe Kids Fayette County, intended for distribution to low-income families. 17:58

Mills presented this agenda item to the council.

The resolution was approved by the council.

Resolution 1144-12: Interlocal Cooperation Agreement

The council considered and approved Resolution 1144-12, which authorized an amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the Jessamine County Sheriff's Office. 18:33

The amendment addresses law enforcement services at cross-border homes. Bastin presented this item to the council.

The resolution was approved by the council.

Resolution 1155-12: Youth Baseball Facility Usage

The council considered Resolution 1155-12, which authorized Facility Usage Agreements with various youth baseball leagues for fall youth baseball 18:33.

Hancock presented the resolution to the council. The measure sought approval for the city to enter into facility usage agreements that would allow youth baseball leagues to utilize municipal facilities during the fall season.

The council approved the resolution, authorizing the requested facility usage agreements with the youth baseball leagues.

Resolution 1158-12: 911 System Maintenance

19:04

The council approved Resolution 1158-12, which authorized the procurement of maintenance and services for the 911 system from Applied Digital at a cost of $25,633 for fiscal year 2013.

Lucas presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution was approved without noted objections or concerns raised during the discussion.

Resolution 1159-12: Wolf Run Creek Watershed Project

The council approved Resolution 1159-12, which authorizes an agreement with Friends of Wolf Run for activities under the Wolf Run Creek Watershed Based Plan. 19:04

Action Taken

The council authorized a $16,000 agreement with Friends of Wolf Run to support watershed-related activities and initiatives outlined in the Wolf Run Creek Watershed Based Plan.

Key Speaker

Gooding presented this agenda item to the council.

Outcome

The resolution was approved.

Resolution 1161-12: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

19:36

The council considered Resolution 1161-12, which authorized the IRS Sponsor Agreement and Civil Rights Assurance for Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Programs.

Mills presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval to execute the necessary agreements with the Internal Revenue Service to enable the continuation and operation of Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Programs.

The council approved the resolution.

Resolution 1162-12: Bulletproof Vests for Sheriff's Office

19:36

The council considered Resolution 1162-12, which authorized the acceptance of a U.S. Department of Justice grant for bulletproof vests for the Fayette County Sheriff's Office.

Gooding and Mason presented the resolution to the council. The proposal involved accepting federal grant funding specifically designated for the purchase of protective equipment for sheriff's office personnel.

The council approved the resolution.

Resolution 1163-12: Equitable Sharing Agreement

The council considered and approved Resolution 1163-12, which authorized the 2012 Amended Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification with the Department of Justice and Treasury. 20:11

Bastin presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution pertained to the equitable sharing agreement framework between the local jurisdiction and federal agencies, requiring updated certification and formal authorization of the amended 2012 agreement terms.

The council voted to approve the resolution, authorizing the execution and certification of the 2012 Amended Equitable Sharing Agreement with the Department of Justice and Treasury.

Resolution 1165-12: Smith Contractors Bid Account Change

The council considered Resolution 1165-12, which proposed amending Resolution 430-2012 to change the accounts charged for the Smith Contractors bid. 20:11

Martin presented this agenda item to the council.

The resolution was approved by the council.

Resolution 1166-12: Class B Education Incentive Grant

The council considered and approved Resolution 1166-12, which authorized a Class B Education Incentive Grant for a stormwater quality project to be awarded to Group CJ, LLC. 20:42

Martin presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution provided authorization for the grant funding related to the stormwater quality project being undertaken by Group CJ, LLC.

The council voted to approve the resolution.

Resolution 1168-12: Storm Sewer Easement Release

The council considered and approved Resolution 1168-12, which authorized the release of a storm sewer easement on property located at 3469 Clays Mill Rd. 20:42

Graham presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval to release the existing storm sewer easement that had been held on the property.

The council voted to approve the resolution.

Resolution 1169-12: Utility and Streetlight Easement Release

The council considered a resolution to authorize the release of a utility and streetlight easement on property located at 2250 Old Frankfort Pike. 20:42

Graham presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval for releasing the easement rights on the specified property.

The council voted to approve Resolution 1169-12, authorizing the utility and streetlight easement release.

Resolution 1170-12: Class B Education Incentive Grant for Lansdowne

The council considered and approved Resolution 1170-12, which authorized a Class B Education Incentive Grant for a stormwater quality project at Lansdowne Elementary School 21:12.

Martin presented the resolution to the council. The grant was intended to support a stormwater quality improvement initiative at the school.

The council voted to approve the resolution, authorizing the Class B Education Incentive Grant for the Lansdowne Elementary School project.

Resolution 1172-12: Representative Payee Program Software

The council considered a resolution to authorize a Software Maintenance Agreement and End User License Agreement with Horizon Information Systems for the Representative Payee Program 21:44.

Mills presented the item to the council. The resolution sought approval for entering into agreements with Horizon Information Systems to maintain and license software used in the Representative Payee Program.

The council approved the resolution.

Resolution 1185-12: Police Awards Banquet

21:44

The council approved Resolution 1185-12, which authorized a Rental Agreement and Catering Contract with Lexington Center and Hyatt Regency for the annual Police Awards Banquet.

Bastin presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval for the necessary agreements to hold the Police Awards Banquet at the specified venues. The council voted to approve the resolution.

Resolution 1186-12: Lease Agreements with AIDS Volunteers, Inc.

The council considered and approved Resolution 1186-12, which authorized lease agreements with AIDS Volunteers, Inc. for two properties: 851 Todds Rd. and 1807 Dalton Ct. 21:44

Gooding presented the resolution to the council. The measure was approved, authorizing the lease agreements with AIDS Volunteers, Inc. for the specified properties.

Resolution 1187-12: Design Excellence Program

The council approved Resolution 1187-12, which authorized an amendment to the Purchase of Service Agreement with the Lexington Downtown Development Authority 22:17. The amendment pertains to design guidelines for a Design Excellence Program.

King presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution was approved by the council.

Resolution 1188-12: Bingham McCutchen LLP Grant Application

22:49

The council considered and approved Resolution 1188-12, which authorized the submission of a Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority Grant application for the Bingham McCutchen LLP Economic Development Bond Project.

Gooding presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval to move forward with applying for grant funding through the state's economic development authority to support the Bingham McCutchen LLP project through an economic development bond mechanism.

The council voted to approve the resolution, authorizing staff to submit the grant application on behalf of the jurisdiction.

Resolution 1196-12: Police and Fire Pension Fund Consulting

The council considered a resolution to accept consulting services from Public Financial Management, Inc. for work related to the Police and Fire Pension Fund 22:49.

Emmons presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval to engage Public Financial Management, Inc. to provide consulting services for the Police and Fire Pension Fund.

The council approved the resolution.

Resolution 1250-12: Air Conditioning Unit for Wastewater Plant

The council considered Resolution 1250-12 regarding the procurement of an air conditioning unit for the Town Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant 24:27.

Action Taken

The council approved accepting the bid from Perfection Group, Inc. for the air conditioning unit. The resolution received a first reading.

Key Participants

Martin presented information on this agenda item.

Resolution 1268-12: Public Safety Radio System Subscriber Units

The council considered a resolution to accept a bid from Tait Radio Communications for a price contract for Public Safety Radio System Subscriber Units 24:59.

Bastin presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval to move forward with Tait Radio Communications as the vendor for the public safety radio system subscriber units through a price contract arrangement.

The council approved the resolution on first reading.

Resolution 1270-12: Fiber Optic Cable Installation and Repair

24:59

The council considered a resolution to accept a bid for fiber optic cable installation and repair services. Woods presented this agenda item to the council.

The resolution approved accepting a bid from Arrow Electric Co. for a price contract covering fiber optic cable installation and repair work.

The council voted to move forward with a first reading of the resolution.

Resolution 1271-12: Conditional Offers to Civil Service Appointments

The council considered Resolution 1271-12, which addressed conditional offers to multiple probationary and unclassified civil service appointments 26:04.

Key Speakers and Discussion

Crosbie and Moloney were the primary speakers on this agenda item. During the discussion, a motion was made to remove William Azevedo from the list of conditional offers being approved.

Outcome

The resolution was approved by the council. The approval included the conditional offers to civil service appointments, with the modification that William Azevedo was removed from the list as requested during the discussion.

Resolution 1272-12: Ratification of Civil Service Appointments

The council considered Resolution 1272-12, which sought to ratify probationary and unclassified civil service appointments across multiple departments 28:53.

Maxwell presented the resolution to the council. The measure addressed the formal ratification of civil service appointments that had been made on a probationary or unclassified basis within various city departments.

The resolution received a first reading and was approved by the council.

Resolution 1175-12: Health Incentive Program with ChipsRewards

The council considered Resolution 1175-12, which proposed authorizing an agreement with ChipsRewards for a three-year health incentive program. 30:07

Maxwell presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval to establish a partnership with ChipsRewards to implement a health incentive program with a three-year term.

The council voted to advance the resolution to first reading, approving the initial stage of the legislative process for this agreement with ChipsRewards.

Resolution 1191-12: Project Safe Neighborhood Program

30:07

The council considered a resolution to authorize an amendment to the agreement with the Board of Education of Fayette County for the Project Safe Neighborhood Program. The amendment would provide an additional $6,000 in funding for the program.

Gooding and Mason presented the item to the council. The resolution received a first reading and was approved by the council.

Resolution 1192-12: Emergency Medical Dispatch Certification

30:07

The council considered Resolution 1192-12, which sought to authorize an agreement with PowerPhone, Inc. for training to obtain emergency medical dispatch certification.

Lucas presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution proposed establishing a training partnership with PowerPhone, Inc. to enable staff to achieve emergency medical dispatch certification.

The council approved the resolution on first reading.

Resolution 1193-12: Jacobson Lake Fishing Maintenance

The council considered a resolution to authorize an agreement with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources for maintaining recreational fishing on Jacobson Lake. 30:37

Hancock presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval for a cooperative agreement that would support the continuation of recreational fishing activities at Jacobson Lake through partnership with the state agency responsible for fish and wildlife management.

The council voted to approve the resolution on first reading, moving it forward in the legislative process.

Resolution 1207-12: Natural Gas Supply Agreement

The council considered a resolution to authorize a fixed-price agreement for natural gas supply under Columbia Gas of Kentucky's SVGTS tariff with the lowest responsive bidder. 30:37

Bush presented this agenda item to the council.

The resolution was approved on first reading.

Resolution 1210-12: District Courthouse Parking Garage

30:37

The council considered a resolution to authorize a Management Agreement with the Lexington and Fayette County Parking Authority for the operation and management of the District Courthouse Parking Garage.

Hamilton presented the item to the council. The resolution sought approval for the parking authority to assume responsibility for managing the courthouse parking facility.

The council voted to advance the resolution to first reading.

Resolution 1211-12: Public Safety Radio System Services

30:37

The council considered Resolution 1211-12, which authorized the procurement of design, implementation, maintenance, and network services for the Public Safety Radio System from Windstream Communications.

Lucas presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval for engaging Windstream Communications to provide comprehensive services for the Public Safety Radio System, including design, implementation, ongoing maintenance, and network services.

The council approved the resolution on first reading.

Resolution 1213-12: Body Armor Vests for Law Enforcement

The council considered a resolution to authorize acceptance of a Kentucky Office of Homeland Security grant for 30 body armor vests for law enforcement 30:37.

Gooding and Mason presented the item. The resolution sought approval to accept the grant funding, which would provide body armor vests to equip law enforcement personnel.

The council approved the resolution on first reading.

Resolution 1216-12: Flexible Spending Plan Renewal

30:37

The council considered a resolution to authorize the renewal of the flexible spending plan with AmeriFlex for health and dependent care accounts.

Maxwell presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval to continue the flexible spending plan arrangement, which allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars for qualified health care and dependent care expenses through AmeriFlex as the plan administrator.

The council approved the resolution on first reading.

Resolution 1231-12: Grants to Multiple Organizations

32:07

The council considered Resolution 1231-12, which sought to authorize agreements with multiple organizations for the Office of the Urban County Council.

Presentation and Discussion

Maynard presented the resolution to the council. The item involved establishing formal agreements between the council and various organizations to support the Office of the Urban County Council's operations and initiatives.

Outcome

The resolution received a first reading approval from the council, moving it forward in the legislative process for further consideration.

Resolution 1058-12: Mainframe Software License

The council considered a resolution to authorize a Product License Agreement with Unicom Systems, Inc. (Macro4) for mainframe software. 32:07

Nugent presented this agenda item to the council.

The resolution received a first reading and was approved by the council.

Resolution 1176-12: Inducement to Allylix, Inc.

The council considered a resolution to grant an inducement to Allylix, Inc. under the Kentucky Business Investment Act. 33:47

Proposal Details

The inducement would allow Allylix, Inc. to forgo 1% of occupational license fees for up to 10 years.

Discussion

Atkins presented the resolution to the council.

Outcome

The resolution passed on first reading.

Resolution 1178-12: Inducement to Nitto Denko Automotive Ky., Inc.

34:17

The council considered Resolution 1178-12, which would grant an inducement to Nitto Denko Automotive Ky., Inc. under the Kentucky Business Investment Act. The inducement would allow the company to forgo 1% of occupational license fees for up to 10 years.

Atkins presented the resolution to the council. The measure was designed to provide tax incentive relief to the automotive company as part of Kentucky's business investment program.

The resolution received a first reading, meaning it was introduced and read into the record but not yet voted on for final approval. A first reading typically allows council members to review the proposal before proceeding to subsequent readings and final consideration.

Resolution 1179-12: Inducement to PremierTox 2.0, Inc.

34:48

The council considered a resolution to grant an inducement to PremierTox 2.0, Inc. under the Kentucky Business Investment Act. The inducement would allow the company to forgo 1% of occupational license fees for up to 10 years.

Atkins presented the resolution to the council. The measure received a first reading, meaning it was introduced and discussed but not yet voted on for final approval. No specific concerns or debate points were documented during this agenda item's discussion.

Resolution 1180-12: Inducement to Xact Associates, LLC

The council considered a resolution to grant an inducement to Xact Associates, LLC, doing business as Xact Communications, under the Kentucky Business Investment Act. 35:19

The inducement would allow the company to forgo 1% of occupational license fees for up to 10 years. Atkins presented the item to the council.

The resolution received a first reading and was approved by the council.

Resolution 1217-12: Western States Contracting Alliance Addendum

The council considered a resolution to authorize a participating addendum under the Western States Contracting Alliance Master Agreement with AT&T Mobility. 36:26

Atkins presented this agenda item to the council.

The resolution sought approval for the city to enter into an addendum agreement with AT&T Mobility through the Western States Contracting Alliance framework. This addendum would establish terms for services or products under the existing master agreement between the alliance and AT&T Mobility.

The council approved the resolution on first reading.

Resolution 1217-12: Western States Contracting Alliance Addendum

The council considered a resolution to authorize a participating addendum under the Western States Contracting Alliance Master Agreement with Sprint Solutions. 36:26

Atkins presented this agenda item to the council.

The resolution sought approval for the council to enter into an addendum agreement with Sprint Solutions through the Western States Contracting Alliance framework. This addendum would allow the jurisdiction to participate in the alliance's contracting arrangement with Sprint Solutions.

The council approved the resolution on first reading.

Resolution 1217-12: Lease Agreement with Kentucky State Police

The council considered a resolution to authorize a lease agreement with the Kentucky State Police for space at 162 East Main Street 37:07.

Key Speaker

Atkins presented information regarding this agenda item.

Outcome

The resolution received a first reading.

Resolution 1217-12: Lease Agreement with Transportation Cabinet

The council considered a resolution to authorize a lease agreement with the Transportation Cabinet for space at 162 East Main Street. 37:07

Atkins presented this agenda item to the council.

The resolution sought approval for the council to enter into a lease arrangement with the Transportation Cabinet regarding the use of space at the specified location on East Main Street.

The council voted to advance the resolution to first reading.

Resolution 1217-12: Collective Bargaining Agreement

The council considered ratification of a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 2785 covering lieutenants and captains in the Division of Community Corrections. 37:07

Atkins presented this agenda item to the council.

The resolution received a first reading and was approved by the council.

Resolution 1217-12: Sanitary Sewer Easement Release

The council considered a resolution to authorize the release of a sanitary sewer access easement on property located at 761 Enterprise Drive. 37:39

Atkins presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval for releasing the easement from the property, allowing for changes to the land use or development of the site.

The council voted to approve the resolution on first reading. No additional concerns or debate were documented during the discussion of this item.

Resolution 1217-12: 2013 General Term Orders

37:39

The council considered Resolution 1217-12, which authorized the 2013 general term orders for the Fayette County Clerk and Sheriff. These orders establish the number of deputies and their compensation levels for the upcoming year.

Atkins presented the resolution to the council. The discussion focused on the staffing and compensation structure for both the Clerk's and Sheriff's offices as they would be configured in 2013.

The resolution received a first reading during this meeting, meaning it was introduced and discussed but not yet voted on for final approval. A first reading typically allows council members to review the proposal and raise any initial questions or concerns before the measure proceeds to subsequent readings and a final vote.

Resolution 1217-12: Facility Management Services

38:11

The council considered Resolution 1217-12, which authorized a contract with Meridian Management Corporation for Facility Management Services for Fayette County Courthouses.

Atkins presented the resolution to the council. The measure sought approval to engage Meridian Management Corporation to provide facility management services for the county's courthouse facilities.

The council approved the resolution on first reading.

Resolution 1217-12: Fiber Optic Cable Installation Grant

The council considered a resolution to authorize acceptance of a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet grant for fiber optic cable installation. 38:11

Atkins presented this agenda item to the council.

Action Taken

The resolution received a first reading.

Grant Details

The proposal authorized the council to accept a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet grant for fiber optic cable installation. The project required a local match of $80,000 from the municipality.

Resolution 1217-12: Bluegrass Summer Games

The council considered a resolution to authorize a purchase of service agreement with Bluegrass State Games, Inc. for the Bluegrass Summer Games 38:44.

Action Taken

The resolution received a first reading during this meeting.

Key Participants

Atkins presented this agenda item to the council.

Resolution 1217-12: Kentucky Utilities Settlement

39:19

The council considered Resolution 1217-12 regarding a settlement agreement with Kentucky Utilities Co. The resolution sought to ratify the Department of Law's execution of the settlement agreement, contingent upon approval by the Public Service Commission (PSC).

Atkins presented the matter to the council. The resolution advanced to first reading and was approved by the council.

The settlement was subject to PSC approval as a condition of the agreement's finalization.

Resolution 1217-12: Grants to Community Organizations

The council considered Resolution 1217-12, which authorized grants to community organizations. 39:19

Action Taken

The resolution received a first reading approval.

Organizations Receiving Grants

The resolution authorized grants to: - Bluegrass Community Foundation - Dogwood Trace Neighborhood Association

Key Participants

Atkins presented this agenda item to the council.

Resolution 1217-12: Inducement to Delta T Corporation

The council considered a resolution to grant an inducement to Delta T Corporation, which operates under the business name Big-Ass Fans, under the Kentucky Business Investment Act. 39:53

Atkins presented this agenda item to the council. The resolution sought approval for an inducement package for the corporation as authorized under state law.

The council voted to advance the resolution to first reading, indicating initial approval of the measure. The resolution was not finalized at this meeting but moved forward in the legislative process for further consideration.

Resolution 1217-12: Council Rules Amendment

The council considered a resolution to amend Council Rules to require confirmation hearings for appointments to the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, or Ethics Commission 40:28.

Atkins presented the item to the council.

The resolution received a first reading and was approved at that stage.

Resolution 1217-12: Residential Parking Permit Program

The council approved Resolution 1217-12, which establishes a residential parking permit program for the 200 block of Dantzler Court. 41:34

Key speakers on this item included Myers and Lawless.

The resolution was approved by the council.