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, and Frank Sullivan. Brent Wheeler was absent.

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

The invocation was given by Stan Lowery of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.

The Color Guard of Boy Scout Troop 333 led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mike Bowen, Chaplin, of troop 333, introduced the members and leaders of Troop 333.

Sid Griffin made a motion to accept the minutes of the October 14, 2002 meeting as read. Ralph Lutes seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

The treasurers report was given by Peggy Brinkman. Ralph Lutes made a motion to accept the treasurers report. Frank Sullivan seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

The second reading was conducted on Ordinance 02-18 in regard to a zoning map amendment for Edward & Mavior Hilbert at 9895 Hwy 44E. The requested zoning is from R-2 to B-2. Sam Beichler made a motion to adopt Ordinance 02-18. Sid Griffin seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

Lisa Robertson, of 297 Winchester, addressed the Council on when drainage problems on her street were going to be corrected. Ronnie Fick, Utility Superintendent, stated that replacement of the sewer line was in progress. Weather permitting the work would begin this week.

Michael Dooley, Chief of the Mt. Washington Fire Department, addressed the Council in regard to establishing a Weapons of Mass Destruction Haz Mat Team for Bullitt County and funding for a truck that will pull a trailer that will house the equipment for the team. The fire department is seeking a grant for the equipment but would like each City to participate in the purchase of a truck. Mr. Dooley stated that the equipment would be stationed in Bullitt County and explained the benefits of having the equipment here. Mr. Dooley stated he would get back with the Council at a later date with the cost figures.

Frank Turner, representing the AARP and Senior Citizens, addressed the Council about the agreement between the City and Seniors and asked who would be responsible for repairs to the building. Joe Wantland, City Attorney, stated that the City entered into a lease with the Seniors for $1.00 per year. The City is to take care of the exterior of the building and the rent from sub leasing a portion of the building would be used to cover the utilities and maintenance of the interior of the building.

Frank Sullivan made a motion to reschedule the regular Council meeting, due to the Veterans Day Holiday, from Monday the 11th of November to Tuesday the 12th of November at 6:30 p.m. Ralph Lutes seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

Barry Armstrong made a motion to cancel the last regular Council meeting in December due to the Christmas Holiday. Sam Beichler seconded the motion. Motion passed. (Unan.)

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

The meeting was adjourned at 7:39 p.m.