City of Mount Washington
Minutes of the Regularly Scheduled Council Meeting
January 12, 2004
City Hall Annex Building, 186 Branham Way
Mayor Sullivan called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. with the following Council members present: Sam Beichler, Joetta Calhoun, Lloyd Dooley, Sid Griffin, Ralph Lutes, and Larry Porter.
Also present were City Clerk Christi Franklin, City Treasurer Peggy Brinkman, Utility Superintendent Ronnie Fick, City Engineer Dave Derrick and City Attorney Rodney Burress.
Ralph Lutes gave the invocation and Larry Porter led the pledge of Allegiance.
Minutes
Larry Porter made a motion to accept the minutes of the December 8, 2003 meeting as written. Ralph Lutes seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote. Ralph Lutes made a motion to accept the minutes of the December 10, 2003 meeting as written. Sid Griffin seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Treasurer’s Report
Peggy Brinkman gave the Treasurer’s Report for November 2003. Discussion followed. Joetta Calhoun made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report for November 2003. Larry Porter seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Karen Burns addressed the Council regarding the proposed towing policy. The only problem she has with the policy is item (c). As long as they are a part of the community, they should be able to serve the community. Her company has not received any complaints, and other’s are not required to be in the City such as the City Attorney and the City Engineer. She asked the Council to re-consider the policy.
David Proctor stated that at the time he purchased the wrecker service, he researched the requirements to get on the City’s list, and at the time, complied with the City’s requirements. Since that time, the only wrecker service that has a problem is Jerry’s Automotive. He also mentioned that the City Engineer and City Attorney do not have an office in the City. He felt that the current requirements and rotation list should remain in place. If a new policy is adopted, the wrecker companies on the current list should be grandfathered.
Tim Hardin agreed with Ms. Burns and Mr. Proctor. He also stated that his lot and office are located in the City limits.
The City Council discussed the proposed policy. Sid Griffin made a motion to table the towing policy until the next meeting. Joetta Calhoun seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote. Mayor Sullivan asked the Council to discuss the policy with Rodney Burress.
Pay Scale
Christi Franklin addressed the Council regarding the employee pay scale and wage policy. She asked the Council to review the proposal prior to the next meeting and if the Council needs any additional information or has any questions, please let her know prior to the meeting to allow her time to compile the information.
The Council held second reading of an ordinance annexing 1.41 acres, more or less, known as the Gary and Brenda Owen property located on Highway 44 East. Joetta Calhoun made a motion to pass the ordinance annexing the Gary and Brenda Owen property. Sid Griffin seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Sam Beichler introduced and the Council held first reading of an ordinance to adopt or reject the recommendation of the Bullitt County Joint Planning Commission to rezone 136.954 acres located on the south side of Highway 44 East bordered by Hubbard Lane on the west side and E. Sanders Lane on the east side from Agricultural to R-2 (Docket No. 2003Z – 48).
Sam Beichler introduced and the Council held first reading of an ordinance to adopt or reject the recommendation of the Bullitt County Joint Planning Commission to rezone 38.931 acres surrounded by the property in Docket No. 2003Z – 48, which is located on the South side of Highway 44 East bordered by Hubbard Lane on the west side and E. Sanders Lane on the East side (Docket No. 2003Z – 49). Attorney John Wooldridge discussed the proposed plans to develop the Twin Eagle Subdivision on both the R-2 and the R-3 zoning as stated above. Discussion followed.
Larry Porter introduced and the Council held first reading of an ordinance amending Section §150.16 of the Mt. Washington City Code relating to building re-inspection fees. Ronnie Fick reported that beginning February 1, 2004, the City will begin performing building inspections for all buildings under 20,000 square feet. Discussion followed.
Mayor Sullivan reported that the City has begun work on the soccer fields at the new City Park. Local 181 from Boston, KY is donating the equipment to prepare the soccer fields. He also asked the Council for approval to appoint Charlie Long as the City DES Coordinator. There is no monetary compensation for this position, although he may approach the Council at a later date to reimburse mileage. Sid Griffin made a motion to approve the appointment of Charlie Long as DES Coordinator. Ralph Lutes seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Guests to Address the Council
Jim Rudio of 221 Forest Ridge Drive addressed the Council regarding several issues as follows: stray dogs, would like to see more fast food restaurants, widening Highway 44 from Mt. Washington to Shepherdsville and pot holes on Helm Lane.
Donna Leonhardt asked if the City would like to sponsor the spring festival again in the amount of $1,500. Larry Porter made a motion for the City to sponsor the spring festival in the amount of $1,500. Lloyd Dooley seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Report from the Council
Lloyd Dooley reported 15 street lights out. Discussion followed. Mayor Sullivan would like to ride around and have Mr. Dooley show him where the lights are out. Mr. Dooley also asked if the City has ordered street signs for Carla Drive and Sunnyside Drive. Ronnie stated that these have been ordered.
Sam Beichler asked the status of annexing along the by-pass. Dave Derrick stated that he gave aerial maps to Christi Franklin and Rodney Burress. Christi will research annexations to determine the exact City boundary in that area and then it will be presented to the Council. Mr. Beichler also addressed Mr. Rudio’s comments regarding widening Highway 44 and announced the candidate school on January 15, 2004 from 5:30 to 7:30pm to teach candidates how to run for office.
Ralph Lutes addressed Mr. Rudio’s comments regarding widening Highway 44.
Sid Griffin discussed the state of the property on Gene Street owned by LG&E for a future power station. This property has standing water and is not maintained properly. Ronnie Fick stated that the City has had several meetings with LG&E regarding this property and LG&E has done some grading. Rodney Burress asked Mr. Fick to contact him with the information, and he will try to assist with this situation.
Dave Derrick stated that he is glad to see the work started on the new City Park.
Executive Session
Sam Beichler made a motion to enter into executive session at 8:09pm for the purpose of the sale or future acquisition of real property. Joetta Calhoun seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Reconvene
Sid Griffin made a motion to reconvene at 8:47pm. Sam Beichler seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Rodney Burress stated that no action was taken as a result of executive session.
Adjourn
There being no further business before the Council, Ralph Lutes made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:48pm. Sam Beichler seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.