Planning Commission Subdivision Meeting

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Urban County Planning Commission convened on September 12, 2019, at 1:30 PM in the Council Chambers of the Urban County Government Building at 200 East Main Street in Lexington, Kentucky, with Mike Owens presiding as the presiding officer. The commission addressed one primary agenda item during the session: a resolution honoring former Planning Commission members, which was approved by the body. Throughout the meeting, the commission conducted seven motions and votes on various matters before them. The public participated in the proceedings with two individuals providing comments during the designated public comment periods.

Attendance

The Commission meeting on September 12, 2019 had six members present and five members absent.

Present: • Mike Owens • Larry Forester • Karen Mundy • Bruce Nicol • Carolyn Plumlee • William Wilson

Absent: • Headley Bell • Patrick Brewer • Anthony de Movellan • Frank Penn • Graham Pohl

No members arrived late to the meeting.

Votes and Decisions

The Commission took seven votes during the September 12, 2019 meeting, all passing unanimously with all six commissioners present voting in favor. 0:00

Minutes Approval Carolyn Plumlee motioned to approve the minutes from August 8, 2019, seconded by Karen Mundy. The motion passed unanimously 6-0 with votes from Mike Owens, Larry Forester, Karen Mundy, Bruce Nicol, Carolyn Plumlee, and William Wilson.

Postponements Three items were postponed by unanimous votes: - PLN-MJDP-19-00005 (JAMES RB MACCOUM, TRACT 2 & PORTION OF TRACT 1): Karen Mundy motioned for postponement, seconded by Carolyn Plumlee. Passed 6-0. - PLN-MJSUB-19-00006 (TUSCANY, UNIT 15): William Wilson motioned for postponement, seconded by Larry Forester. Passed 6-0. - PLN-MJDP-19-00052 (KID'S HOUSE CHILD CARE CENTER (AHLULBAYT CENTER) (AMD)): Carolyn Plumlee motioned for postponement, seconded by Karen Mundy. Passed 6-0.

Approvals Three items received approval: - Consent Agenda Items: Karen Mundy motioned for approval, seconded by Carolyn Plumlee. Passed 6-0. This included findings for access easements for PLN-FRP-19-00033 and PLN-FRP-19-00034. - PLN-FRP-19-00035 (SPRING BAY, UNIT 1-C): William Wilson motioned for approval, seconded by Larry Forester. Passed 6-0 with Condition #11 changed to resolve. - PLN-MJDP-19-00049 (HOOVER AND FORD PHILPOT EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION PROPERTY (THE FOUNTAINS AT PALOMAR) (AMD)): Karen Mundy motioned for approval, seconded by Larry Forester. Passed 6-0.

All commissioners—Mike Owens, Larry Forester, Karen Mundy, Bruce Nicol, Carolyn Plumlee, and William Wilson—voted in favor of every motion presented.

Public Comment

Two community members addressed the Commission during the public comment period.

Vicky Stephens 0:00 raised concerns about dumpster placement, specifically addressing potential noise and odor issues that could affect nearby residents. Stephens focused on the practical impacts of waste management infrastructure on the surrounding neighborhood.

Jay Conley 0:00 spoke in support of the development under consideration. Conley expressed appreciation for the applicant's willingness to work cooperatively with neighborhood residents throughout the planning process. This comment highlighted positive community engagement between the developer and local stakeholders.

The public comments reflected typical community concerns about development projects, balancing practical infrastructure considerations with overall project support when developers demonstrate responsiveness to neighborhood input.

Resolution for Former Planning Commission Members

0:00 The Planning Commission recognized the service of former member William Berkley during this agenda item. Mike Owens served as the key speaker presenting the resolution.

The commission expressed formal appreciation to Mr. Berkley for his service and contributions to the Planning Commission. The resolution acknowledged his dedication and work during his tenure as a commission member.

The resolution was approved by the commission, formally recognizing Mr. Berkley's service to the community through his participation on the Planning Commission.