Urban County Council Work Session

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council convened on February 24, 2009, with Mayor Newberry presiding. The meeting covered 11 agenda items spanning routine administrative approvals, legislative action, and community presentations. Over the course of the meeting, the Council took 9 votes, heard 2 public comments on agenda issues, and received 2 informational presentations — one from Partners for Youth and one recognizing the American Red Cross through a proclamation.

The Council approved several substantive items, including budget amendments, new business items, a resolution for BRC Emergency Services LLC, Neighborhood Development Bond Fund projects, the Herby Ordinance, and action related to an Old Frankfort Pike property. Routine administrative matters, including approval of the docket and the February 17th meeting summary, were also confirmed. The two informational items — the Partners for Youth presentation and the American Red Cross proclamation — did not require votes but formed a notable part of the meeting's proceedings.

Attendance

The following members were present at the February 24, 2009 Council meeting:

• Mayor Newberry
• VM Gray
• CM Lane
• CM Ellinger
• CM Myers
• CM Stinnett
• CM Henson
• CM Gorton
• CM Blues
• CM Beard
• CM James
• CM McChord
• CM Martin
• CM Gordon

Absent: CM Crosbie

Late arrivals: None

A total of 14 members were present. CM Crosbie was the only member not in attendance. No members arrived late to the meeting.

Votes and Decisions

All votes at the February 24, 2009 Council meeting were taken by voice vote and passed. No roll call votes were recorded, and no individual aye or nay counts were captured.

• Approval of the docket — Moved by CM Myers, seconded by CM Stinnett. Passed by voice vote. 0:31

• Approval of the February 17th summary — Moved by CM Stinnett, seconded by CM Henson. Passed by voice vote. 0:31

• Approval of budget amendments — Moved by CM Gorton, seconded by CM Blues. Passed by voice vote. 1:02

• Approval of new business items — Moved by CM Beard, seconded by CM Gorton. Passed by voice vote. 1:33

• Resolution authorizing amendment to contract with BRC Emergency Services LLC — Moved by CM Lane, seconded by CM Ellinger. Passed by voice vote. 2:06

• Approval of Partners for Youth, Disproportionate Minority Confinement Committee resolution — Moved by CM James, seconded by CM Blues. Passed by voice vote, pending Department of Law review. 33:26

• Approval of Neighborhood Development Bond Fund projects — Moved by CM James, seconded by CM Blues. Passed by voice vote, pending approval of the Bond Council. 54:34

• Referral of Herby ordinance to the Services Committee — Moved by VM Gray, seconded by CM Gorton. Passed by voice vote. 1:09:39

• Approval to apply $83,000 toward the purchase of Old Frankfort Pike property — Moved by CM McChord, seconded by CM Myers. Passed by voice vote. 1:24:14

Budget and Financial Actions

The Council addressed several financial items during the February 24, 2009 meeting, covering contracts, contract modifications, and purchasing actions across multiple departments.

• Resolution 160-09 authorized a Public Education Services Contract with the Lexington Legends valued at $37,500. This contract designates the Lexington Legends as a vendor or recipient of public education services funding.

• Resolution 152-09 approved Change Order No. 1 to Contract #923 with Meyer Midwest, Inc., in the amount of $10,609.24. This change order modifies the terms of the existing Contract #923 with Meyer Midwest, Inc., adjusting the contract value by the specified amount.

• Resolution 122-09 authorized a Metaformers Ordering Document and Purchase Order Request totaling $43,422.86. This purchasing action directed funds to Metaformers for goods or services covered under the ordering document.

In total, the financial actions approved during this meeting represented approximately $91,532.10 in authorized expenditures across contracts and purchases. Each item was brought forward individually for Council consideration and action.

Public Comment

Two speakers addressed the Council during the public comment portion of the February 24, 2009 meeting.

• Larry Johnson appeared before the Council to present a report on behalf of the Disproportionate Minority Confinement Committee, addressing the committee's efforts to tackle disparities in youth detention in Fayette County. His remarks were delivered under the broader topic of Partners for Youth. 16:40

• Terry Burkhart, CEO of the Bluegrass Chapter of the American Red Cross, accepted a proclamation from the Council declaring March 2009 as American Red Cross Month. 39:50

Public Comment on Agenda Issues

0:01

The meeting opened with an invitation for members of the public to come forward and comment on any items appearing on the agenda. No members of the public came forward to speak, and no comments were offered on any agenda items.

Approval of Docket

0:31

The Council took up the approval of the docket for the February 24, 2009 meeting. CM Myers and CM Stinnett were the key speakers on this item. The docket was approved without noted opposition.

Approval of February 17th Summary

0:31

The Council took up the approval of the summary from the February 17th meeting. CM Stinnett and CM Henson were the key speakers on this item. No significant debate or concerns were noted in the record. The Council approved the February 17th meeting summary.

Budget Amendments

1:02

The Council took up a resolution on budget amendments during the February 24, 2009 meeting. CM Gorton and CM Blues were the key speakers on this item.

The Council approved the budget amendments. No additional details regarding the specific line items, dollar amounts, or the nature of the amendments are available from the meeting record.

New Business Items

1:33

The Council took up new business items during this portion of the February 24, 2009 meeting. CM Beard and CM Gorton were the key speakers involved in the discussion of these items.

The Council approved the new business items as presented.

*Note: The available record does not include additional detail on the specific items discussed, arguments made, or concerns raised during this portion of the meeting. Readers seeking fuller context are encouraged to consult the meeting video beginning at timestamp 01:33.*

Resolution for BRC Emergency Services LLC

2:06

The Council considered a resolution to authorize an amendment to the existing contract with BRC Emergency Services LLC to increase debris pickup services.

CM Lane and CM Ellinger were the key speakers on this item. The resolution was brought forward to expand the scope of BRC Emergency Services LLC's contractual obligations, specifically to accommodate an increase in debris pickup.

The Council approved the resolution.

Partners for Youth Presentation

16:40

Larry Johnson delivered a presentation to the Council on behalf of the Disproportionate Minority Confinement Committee, reporting on the committee's efforts to address disparities in youth detention in Fayette County.

The presentation was informational in nature, with no vote or formal action taken by the Council following the report.

American Red Cross Proclamation

39:50

Mayor Newberry presented a proclamation declaring March 2009 as American Red Cross Month. Terry Burkhart was also a key participant in this portion of the meeting.

• Type: Proclamation
• Presenter: Mayor Newberry
• Also Present: Terry Burkhart
• Outcome: Informational

The proclamation formally recognized March 2009 as American Red Cross Month, honoring the organization's work and contributions. No debate or opposing concerns were raised in connection with this item.

Neighborhood Development Bond Fund Projects

54:34

The council took up a resolution to approve a list of projects to be funded through the Neighborhood Development Bond Fund. The measure was presented with the condition that final approval would be pending review and sign-off from Bond Council.

CM James and CM Blues were the primary speakers on this item. The resolution moved forward without significant recorded opposition, and the council ultimately approved the list of projects as presented.

No additional details regarding the specific projects included on the approved list, the total funding amounts, or any concerns raised during debate are available in the meeting record for this item.

Herby Ordinance

1:09:39

The council took up the Herby Ordinance during this portion of the meeting. Key participants in the discussion included VM Gray and Officer Gaines.

The council ultimately approved a motion to refer the Herby Ordinance to the Services Committee for further review. No additional details regarding the specific provisions of the ordinance, any debate or concerns raised, or the particulars of the presentation are available from the meeting record.

Old Frankfort Pike Property

1:24:14

The Council took up the matter of the Old Frankfort Pike property, considering a resolution to apply $83,000 toward its purchase. CM McChord and CM Myers were the key speakers during the discussion of this item.

The Council approved the resolution to apply $83,000 toward the purchase of the Old Frankfort Pike property.