Mayor Ed Hilbert called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. with the following members present: Barry Armstrong, Sam Beichler, Sid Griffin, Ralph Lutes, Frank Sullivan and Brent Wheeler.

The City Attorney, City Engineer, Utility Superintendent, City Treasurer, and City Clerk were also present.

The invocation was given by Mayor Ed Hilbert.

Ralph Lutes made a motion to accept the minutes of the February 11th meeting as read. Sam Beichler seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

Kim Fell presented the Treasurers report. Sid Griffin made a motion to accept the Treasurers report. Ralph Lutes seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

The second reading was conducted on Ordinance 02-03 on zoning amendment 2001Z-66 for Gibson Investments on .38 acres more or less at 10424 Hwy 44 East in Mt. Washington. The Bullitt County Joint Planning Commission approved the zoning amendment with one restriction of a 50 foot building set back from Hwy 44 East. Sid Griffin made a motion not to approve the zoning amendment. Frank Sullivan seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.) Joe Wantland, City Attorney, asked each member of the Council if they had obtained and heard the record of the Planning and Zoning hearing. All members stated they did receive and have heard the record.

There was discussion on proposed ordinance 02-03 on mandatory sidewalks in new developments within the city. The discussion centered on whether rebates should be held until the completion of all sidewalks or only if there becomes a problem and whether the owner should be included along with the builder for responsibility of completing the sidewalks. Kenny Stout, a local developer, stated that at times it may take years to complete a development and felt it was unfair to hold all rebates for three years or until the completion of the development and sidewalks. This was not a first reading.

The first reading was conducted on Ordinance 02-04 for the annexation of 100.004 acres lying between Armstrong Lane and Bleemel Lane requested by developer Kenny Stout.

Joe Wells addressed the Council to officially announce that he is running for 49th District Representative. He stated he was also displeased with the redistricting of Bullitt County which opened a discussion on the matter. The City is planning a law suit against the state on the redistricting and asked for persons and other cities to join in.

Ricky Byers, of 453 Helm Lane, addressed the Council in regard to speeding in his neighborhood and asked about putting in stop signs. Mr. Ronnie Fick, Utility Superintendent, was already aware of the problem and will be installing stop signs. Mayor Hilbert also asked that the police patrol that area.

During report from Council, Frank Sullivan, mentioned paving the road that is the extension off College Street going to the City Annex building property. It is currently gravel and used by City employees only. Frank Sullivan made a motion to get price quotes for repair and paving of the road. Barry Armstrong seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

There was also discussion on the removal of the guard rail on Brian Drive. Mr. Samuel Vittitow sent a letter to the City that stated it was his intention to file law suit against the city for trespass and for destruction of his property if the City removes the guardrail and commences to connect the two roads. The Council still intends to take the guard rail down and complete Brian Drive and Fernwood Drive to provide an alternate route between Lloyds's Lane and Bells Mill Road. The Council agreed to invite Mr. Vittitow to the next Council meeting to define the interest of Mr. Vittitow in the property.

Ralph Lutes made a motion to enter into executive session at 8:01 p.m. to discuss possible litigation. Sid Griffin seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

Barry Armstrong made a motion to reconvene open session at 8:59 p.m. Sid Griffin seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

Dave Derreck, City Engineer, and Ronnie Fick, Utility Superintendent, made a recommendation to allow a section of Woodlake Subdivision to be developed for senior citizens. This section would be owned by one company that would provide the homes and some assisted living to the elderly. It would be run similar to a cooperative or association. This section would include a private road and street lights in the section that would be maintained by the association rather than the City. Barry Armstrong made a motion to allow this type of development into the Woodlake Subdivision. Ralph Lutes seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

Barry Armstrong made a motion to participate in the County Drug Task Force by supplying a Mt. Washington Police Officer and requests a meeting with Judge Rigdon to answer more questions about the Drug Task Force. Sid Griffin seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

There being no further business before the Council, Sid Griffin made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Brent Wheeler seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

The meeting was adjourned at 9:19 p.m.