Board of Commissioners

WORK SESSION May 13, 2019 FRANKFORT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 5:00 P.M. (EDT) PRESENT: Commissioner Katrisha Waldridge Commissioner Scott Tippett Commissioner Eric E. Whisman Commissioner John R. Sower Mayor William I. May, Jr. (5) ABSENT: None (0) Following roll call, Mayor May called the Work Session to order. Mayor May called for citizen comments and reminded everyone to use the sign in sheet. Citizen Comments Charlie Baglan applauded the citizenry of Frankfort and the importance of Public Relations. Rick Crombie reminded the Board of Commissioners about the potential turf project at Capital View Park. Chad Collins, General Counsel for the KYHSAA, encouraged the Board of Commissioners to invest in the turf project at Capital View Park. David Thorton, who previously represented the Soccer Alliance, spoke in support of the turf project. John Carlton, a citizen of Frankfort, spoke about his opposition of adding bike trails at Fort Hill. Commissioner Tippett read into the records facts about Fort Hill and a letter received from Charles Bogart, President of Frankfort Civil War Roundtable, who opposed the bike trail at Fort Hill. John Baughman, President of the Capital City Museum, read a letter into the records opposing the bike trail at Fort Hill. Russ Hatter stated he will save his comments for the next public meeting. Martha Moore spoke in opposition of the bike trail at Fort Hill. Robin Antenucci, Executive Director of the Frankfort Tourist Commission, requested signage at the trails, supports the turf project at Capital View Park and notified the Board of Commissioners their office has moved to 300 St. Clair Street. Ray Peden requested an update on the enforcement plan for signs/murals. Staff will respond. Nicole Konkol, ARB member, stated there has been no discussion on the Antiquities Act, which could apply to Fort Hill. Staff Reports Rebecca Hall, Community Relations/Grants Manager, requested permission for the Mayor to sign letters of support for the Simon House and Women’s Shelter so they may continue to receive funding. The Commission agreed without objection. Wayne Briscoe, Fire Chief, requested the addition of the EMS Interlocal Agreement with Franklin County to the Regular Meeting agenda which will extend the agreement for 6 months. The current agreement expired on April 1st. The Commission agreed without objection. Tommy Russell, Emergency Management Director, spoke about the emergency homeless shelter, working with local agencies and that the shelter will be available as of 5/31/19. Donations are needed, send to ROSM. The Board of Commissioners requested that the City Manager add a line item in the budget of $5,000.00 for the emergency shelter. Keith Parker, City Manager, recognized Jennifer Jenkins, the new Finance Director. Ms. Jenkins gave a brief update on budget. Keith Parker, City Manager, stated he received a request from Tourism for parking spots for visitors rather than the planters by the McClure Building. Mr. Parker will be looking at the landscaping to determine whether the request can be granted. Discussion Items Marchele Jenkins, Director of the Capital City Senior Activity Center, gave an update on the center and is looking forward to the Board of Commissioners coming out to visit. Keith Parker, City Manager, stated that the surplus of the Curator Court house will be placed on the May 20th Regular Agenda. Commissioner Whisman requested to passover this item to use funds for a Parks master plan. Keith Parker, City Manager, spoke about the DAC recommendation for Parcel B, discussed the great opportunity and the recommendation to dissolve the previous MOA with the State. This item will be added to the May 20th Regular Agenda. The Board of Commissioners requested a detailed analysis be sent as soon as possible for review prior to the May 20th meeting. It was moved by Commissioner Sower, seconded by Commissioner Waldridge, to take a five minute recess at 7:21 p.m. The motion was adopted by voice vote. The meeting was called back to order at 7:37 p.m. with all members present. “AN ORDINANCE REPEALING CITY OF FRANKFORT CODE OF ORDINANCES SECTION 101.01 REGARDING A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON MURALS AND CREATING A NEW CHAPTER 101 OF THE CITY OF FRANKFORT CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO HISTORIC DISTRICT MURAL GUIDELINES” was presented and read. Tentative Agenda Commissioner Whisman requested additional costs for Consent Item No. 7, body cams. Commissioner Whisman requested additional information on Action Item No. 1, Land and Water Conservation Grant. Rebecca Hall stated that funds can be used for any outdoor recreation. Unfinished Business Commissioner Sower requested an update on 2-way West Main. Katie Beard, Director of Public Works, said the project will begin with appropriate signage, painting curbs and pavement. Commissioner Sower requested an update on the Pride Sweep. Eric Cockley, Director of Planning & Community Development stated the program is going well and we are on track. Commissioner Whisman requested additional information on a proposal to change E. Main Street to 3 lanes which would require the State to do a traffic study. Commissioner Waldridge requested and update on the E. Main St. construction. Ken Hogsten, Sewer Director, stated once FPB is done the Sewer Department will come in to replace old sewer lines. The project should last well into the fall. Commissioner Whisman requested an FPB update on the E. Main project. Chuck Knowles will reach out since it related to the Tiger Grant Project. New Business Commissioner Waldridge stated there is a dark intersection at the hotel and the garage that should have better lighting. Eric Cockley, Director of Planning & Community Development, will check on the area. Commissioner Sower offered kudos to Mays Construction for their work on Lafayette Drive paving. Commissioner Sower appreciates the job Byron Roberts, Superintendent of the Solid Waste Department, is doing. Mr. Roberts is very proactive and doing a great job. Commissioner Sower requested a memo to the Board of Commissioners from Public Works regarding paving in the upcoming budget. Also, the public’s input should be considered. It was moved by Commissioner Tippett, seconded by Commissioner Sower, to go into Executive Session per KRS 61.810 (1)(f) personnel discussions which may lead to the appointment of an employee; KRS 61.810 (1)(c) litigation to discuss the Old Y litigation and KRS 61.810(1)(b) property discussion on the future acquisition of real property related to economic development when publicity would be likely to affect the value of the property. The motion was adopted by voice vote. The meeting went into closed session at 8:11 p.m. It was moved by Commissioner Tippett, seconded by Commissioner Waldridge, that the meeting return to open session. The motion was adopted by voice vote. The meeting returned to open session at 9:21 p.m. It was moved by Commissioner Tippett, seconded by Commissioner Waldridge, that the meeting adjourn. The question was put upon the motion and was adopted by voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 9:21 p.m. ______________________________ Mayor Attest: _________________________________ City Clerk