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Meeting Name: Urban County Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 10/24/2024 6:00 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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1072-24 1 Minutes of the September 26, 2024 and October 10, 2024 Council MeetingsMinutesMinutes of the September 26, 2024 and October 10, 2024 Council Meetings.   Not available Not available
1081-24 1 Greenhouse17 DayPresentationGreenHouse17 Day   Not available Not available
1030-24 11.Budget Amendment Sch. 0010OrdinanceAn Ordinance amending certain of the Budgets of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government to reflect current requirements for municipal expenditures, and appropriating and re-appropriating funds, FY 2025 Schedule No. 10. [Div. of Budgeting, Lueker]]   Not available Not available
0951-24 12.FY25 GO Bonds, Series 2024B Issuance and SaleOrdinanceAn Ordinance of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government authorizing the issuance of its Various Purpose General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024B, in one or more subseries, in an aggregate principal amount of $46,250,000 (which amount may be increased by an amount of up to ten percent (10%) or decreased by an unlimited amount); approving a form of Series 2024B Bonds; authorizing designated officers to execute and deliver the Series 2024B Bonds; authorizing and directing the filing of notice with the State Local Debt Officer; providing for the payment and security of the Series 2024B Bonds; maintaining a Sinking Fund; creating a Bond Payment Fund for the Series 2024B Bonds; authorizing acceptance of the bid(s) of the bond purchaser of the Series 2024B Bonds; and repealing inconsistent ordinances. [Dept. of Finance, Hensley]   Not available Not available
1035-24 34.Report Out - Ord Amend Code Paid Parental Leave (PPL)OrdinanceAn Ordinance amending Section 21-37.3 of the Code of Ordinances of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government, relating to paid parental leave, as follows: amending Section 21-37.3(a) to define qualifying event to include placement for adoption of a newly adopted child with the employee; amending Section 21-37.3(b) to authorize up to four (4) weeks of paid parental leave for placement for adoption of a newly adopted child or for foster care placement or kinship placement of a child with the employee; amending Section 21-37.3(c) to require appropriate documentation; and creating a new Section 21-37.3(d) to authorize the Director of Human Resources, on recommendation to and with approval of the Chief Administrative Officer, to find that special circumstances exist to authorize the use of paid parental leave, consistent with the goals and objectives of paid parental leave, all effective upon passage of Council. [Div. of Human Resources, George]   Not available Not available
1006-24 13.CEPF Increase Base Annuity 2025OrdinanceAn Ordinance creating Subsection 6-53(b)(9) of the Code of Ordinances relating to pensions - other than Police and Firemen, specifically, pensions on retirement, to provide for an increase of three percent (3%) to each retiree’s base annuity or the annuity paid to the retiree’s widow or dependent children, effective January 1, 2025. [Council Clerk's Office, Allan]   Not available Not available
1048-24 15.PLN-ZOTA-24-00003: REGULATION OF SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMSAgenda ItemAn Ordinance amending the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Zoning Ordinance as follows: creating Article 31 - Solar Energy Systems, adopting Sections relating to intent; definitions; applicability; permitted uses, accessory uses, and conditional uses; general requirements applicable to integrated and rooftop solar energy systems; and general requirements applicable to ground mounted solar energy systems, all effective upon passage of Council. (Urban County Planning Commission). Approval of the Staff Alternative Text 6-0 [Div. of Planning, Duncan]   Not available Not available
1049-24 16.PLN-MAR-24-00015: BROOKE PROPERTIES, LLCOrdinanceAn Ordinance changing the zone from a Planned Neighborhood Residential (R-3) zone to a Neighborhood Business (B-1) zone, for 0.602 net (0.913 gross) acre, for property located at 2094 and 2098 Harrodsburg Rd.. (Brooke Properties, LLC; Council District 10). Conditional Approval 8-0 (To Be Heard by December 25, 2024) [Div. of Planning, Duncan]   Not available Not available
1050-24 17.PLN-MAR-24-00013: SHADELAND INVESTMENTS, LLCOrdinanceAn Ordinance changing the zone from a Planned Neighborhood Residential (R-3) zone to a Neighborhood Business (B-1) zone, for 0.16 net (0.28 gross) acre, for property located at 185 Eastern Avenue. (Shadeland Investments, LLC; Council District 1). Conditional Approval 8-0 (To Be Heard by December 25, 2024) [Div of Planning, Duncan]   Not available Not available
0984-24 11.Recommendation for Bid# 110-2024 Fiber Optic Expansion ProjectResolutionA Resolution accepting the bid of Davis H. Elliot Construction Co. Inc., in the amount of $696,754 for the Fiber Optic Expansion Project, for the Div. of Traffic Engineering, and authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with Davis H. Elliot Construction Co. Inc., related to the bid. (1 Bid) [Neal]   Not available Not available
0924-24 12.Amendment #3 to #R-126-2023 It's Time Campaign to Mahan Multimedia MOAResolutionA Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute a Third Amendment to the Agreement (awarded pursuant to RFP No. 5-2023) with Mahan Multimedia, LLC, to revise the Budget in the amount of $5,000) and to extend the period of performance through March 31, 2025, for the It’s Time campaign and further authorizing the Mayor to execute any other necessary amendments with Mahan Multimedia, LLC, related to the Agreement. [Dept. of Social Services, Allen-Bryant]   Not available Not available
0946-24 13.American Response Vehicle Contract_2024ResolutionA Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with American Response Vehicle, for purchase of a new emergency care apparatus at a cost not to exceed $436,936. [Div. of Fire and Emergency Services, Wells]   Not available Not available
0947-24 14.Easement Acquisition St. Martins Village PSResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute Certificates of Consideration and other necessary documents, and to accept deeds from owners of record, for property interests needed for the St. Martins Village Pump Station Elimination Project, at a cost not to exceed $30,000. [Div. of Water Quality, Martin]   Not available Not available
0950-24 15.FY25 GO Bonds, Series 2024B Advertisement For BidsResolutionA Resolution of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government authorizing the advertisement for bids and the distribution of a Preliminary Official Statement for the purchase of the principal amount of its (I) Various Purpose General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024B, in an aggregate principal amount of $46,250,000 (which amount may be increased by an amount of up to ten percent (10%) or decreased by an unlimited amount). [Dept. of Finance, Hensley]   Not available Not available
0971-24 16.2025 Kiddie Kapers Annual Spring Recital at the Opera HouseResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute a License Agreement with OVG Facilities, LLC, as agent for the Lexington Center, to host the annual Kiddie Kapers Spring Recital at the Lexington Opera House, at no cost to the Urban County Government. [Div. of Parks and Recreation, Conrad]   Not available Not available
0974-24 17.2025 Kiddie Kapers LCA AgreementResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with Lexington Christian Academy, to host the annual Kiddie Kapers Holiday Show, at an estimated cost not to exceed $1,500. [Div. of Parks and Recreation, Conrad]   Not available Not available
0979-24 28.Request Council authorization to execute an agreement with the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department in the amount of $205,000 for the Expanded First Responders and Community Partners Overdose Prevention Project (EFRCPOPP) funded under the U.S. DeparResolutionA Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with the Lexington-Fayette County Health Dept. for the Expanded First Responders and Community Partners Overdose Prevention Project (EFRCPOPP), funded under the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services First Responders - Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act Grant (FR-CARA), at a cost not to exceed $205,000. [Dept. of Social Services, Allen-Bryant]   Not available Not available
0981-24 19.Town Branch for Gatton Park Stormwater Quality Project GrantResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute a Grant Agreement with Town Branch Park, Inc. d/b/a Gatton Park on the Town Branch and the Lexington Center Corporation, for a stormwater quality project, at a cost not to exceed $383,000. [Div. of Water Quality, Martin]   Not available Not available
0982-24 210.Request Council authorization to accept an award of federal funds from Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Inc., in the amount of $49,443.84 for provision of early childhood care and education servicesResolutionA Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to accept an award from the Community Action Council for Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison, and Nicholas counties, Inc., which Grant funds are in the amount of $49,443.84 in Federal funds for the provision of Early Childhood Care and Education Services under the Early Head Start Program at the Family Care Center for FY 2025, the acceptance of which obligates the Urban County Government to the expenditure of $12,360.96 as a local match, and authorizing the Mayor to transfer unencumbered funds within the Grant Budget. [Div. of Family Services, Horton-Holt]   Not available Not available
0983-24 111.Approval Request for Non-Disclosure AgreementResolutionA Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement with Nick Loflin, for information analysis for economic impacts. [Div. of Fire and Emergency Services, Wells]   Not available Not available
0986-24 112.Clearspan Fabric AgreementResolutionA Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with Clearspan Fabric Structures, for fabric replacement at a cost not to exceed $109,574.68. [Div. of Waste Management, Howard]   Not available Not available
1031-24 113.Walk on - Condemnation Armstrong MillAgenda ItemA Resolution condemning necessary permanent and temporary easements across the property located at 1067 Armstrong Mill Rd., for the Merrick Trunk Sewer Project and authorizing the Dept. of Law to institute condemnation proceedings in Fayette Circuit Court. [Council Office, Hall]   Not available Not available
0989-24 114.Seagrave contract 2024_2 pumpersResolutionA Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with Seagrave Fire Apparatus LLC., for purchase of two new rescue pumper apparatus at a cost not to exceed $2,216,911. [Div. of Fire and Emergency Services, Wells]   Not available Not available
0991-24 115.MOA with Southside TechnicalResolutionA Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with Fayette County Public Schools Southside Technical, to establish a Student Emergency Medical Technician Program. [Div. of Fire and Emergency Services, Wells]   Not available Not available
0992-24 116.West Hickman Hydro International ReplacementResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Div. of Water Quality, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to purchase a replacement Eutek Headcell Grit Concentrator, for the West Hickman Waste Water Treatment Plant, from Hydro International, a sole source provider, and authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute any necessary Agreement with Hydro International related to the procurement, at a cost not to exceed $189,840.24. [Div. of Water Quality, Martin]   Not available Not available
0994-24 117.Amendment to Resolution #629-2023 Floyd DriveResolutionA Resolution amending Resolution No. 629-2023, authorizing the acceptance of deeds for property interests needed for the Floyd Dr. Trunk Sewer Project, increasing the cost of acquisition of easements by the sum of $6,000, from $51,000 to $57,000. [Div. of Water Quality, Martin]   Not available Not available
0995-24 118.250Lex Commission AgreementsResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Mayor, or her designee, to execute any and all Agreements and other necessary documents related to the celebration of Lexington’s 250th Anniversary, the final form of which shall be subject to approval in form and content by the 250Lex Commission, the Office of the Mayor, the Div. of Procurement, and the Dept. of Law, with all the associated costs and expenses to be paid directly by the Blue Grass Community Foundation. [Mayor's Office, Scott]   Not available Not available
0996-24 119.Acquisition of 139 Elam ParkResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute Certificates of Consideration and other necessary documents, and to accept deeds for property interests located at 139 Elam Park, needed for the Wolf Run Main Trunk G Sewer Project, a Remedial Measures Project required by the consent decree, at a cost not to exceed $10,000. [Div. of Water Quality, Martin]   Not available Not available
1000-24 120.25-0016 The National POSTResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with Stanard & Associates, Inc., for the Police Officer Selection Test for LFUCG Police recruit candidates, at a cost not to exceed $9,500. [Div. of Human Resources, George]   Not available Not available
1001-24 121.Partial Release Maintenance Agreement-740 W. New CircleResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute a partial release of Agreement, releasing the property located at 900 Newtown Pike from a Stormwater Incentive Grant Maintenance Agreement. [Div. of Water Quality, Martin]   Not available Not available
1002-24 122.FY24 HUD Continuum of Care ApplicationResolutionA Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, as the Collaborative Applicant, to execute and submit the 2024 Continuum of Care Grant Application to the United States Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), to provide any additional information requested in connection with this Grant Application, which seeks up to $3,892,327 in Federal funds for the operation of programs by community nonprofit organizations to reduce homelessness in Lexington-Fayette County, and to accept an amount, up to $141,269, of the Grant funds, if the application is approved, for project planning expenses related to monitoring programs funded by the Grant, the acceptance of which obligates the Urban County Government for the expenditure of an amount, up to $35,318, as a local match, and authorizing the Mayor to transfer unencumbered funds within the Grant Budget. [Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention, Herron]   Not available Not available
1003-24 123.Collective Bargaining Negotiations-Frost Brown ToddResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute a Professional Services Agreement with the law firm of Frost Brown Todd, LLC, for collective bargaining negotiations with the Divs. of Fire and Emergency Services and Police, at an estimated cost not to exceed $120,000 in FY2025. [Dept. of Law, Barberie]   Not available Not available
1017-24 124.25-0017- Anthem Medicare Advantage RenewalResolutionA Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute a Plan Renewal Agreement with Anthem for the Medicare Advantage Plan for the Police and Fire Retirement Fund, for the period beginning January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025. [Div. of Human Resources, George]   Not available Not available
1018-24 125.CREATION OF THE CENTRAL KENTUCKY BUSINESS PARK AUTHORITY – A REGIONAL INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITYResolutionA Resolution of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council approving the Economic Development Partnership with Madison County, Scott County, City of Berea, City of Georgetown, and City of Richmond; authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement, Membership Agreement, and other necessary and related documents, forming the Central Ky. Business Park Authority; and authorizing payment in the amount of $2,125,000 to the Authority for the purpose of carrying out the duties and powers of the authority as limited by the aforementioned agreements and relevant state law. [Mayor's Office, Atkins]   Not available Not available
1019-24 126.EXECUTE CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT AND AWARD LEXINGTON TECH STUDY TO TECONNOMYResolutionA Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute the purchase of Service Agreement (awarded pursuant to RFP 46-2024) with TEConomy Partners, LLC, to perform a local economic and workforce development opportunities study, at a cost not to exceed $132,860. [Mayor's Office, Glasscock]   Not available Not available
1033-24 127.Council Capital List 10/15/24ResolutionA Resolution authorizing and approving the transfer of Council Capital Project funds to the Div. of Parks and Recreation in the amount of $5,000 for “Sense of Place” Hamlet Initiative Project, $50,000 for elevated signage for the Phoenix Park Reimagine Project, $2,000 for planting four (4) memorial trees in the 9th District Parks, and $50,000 for the Davis Park Basketball Courts Project. [Council Office, Hall]   Not available Not available
1063-24 128.Report Out -Initiate ZOTA Rural Short Term Rentals (STR)ResolutionA Resolution initiating Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments to Articles 1, 3, and 8 for Short-Term Rentals in the Rural Service Area. [Council Office, Hall]   Not available Not available
1057-24 129.Recommendation for Bid# 130-2024 New Senior and Therapeutic CenterResolutionA Resolution accepting the bid of Calhoun Construction Services, Inc, in the amount of $14,959,000 for the New Senior and Therapeutic Center, for the Dept. of General Services, and authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with Calhoun Construction Services, Inc, related to the bid. (3 Bids, Low) [Ford]   Not available Not available
1061-24 130.Bid Recommendation for Bid#95-2024 New Circle Road Sanitary Sewer Trunks A & BResolutionA Resolution accepting the bid of Cleary Construction Inc., in the amount of $12,004,030 for the New Circle Rd. Trunks A & B, for the Div. of Water Quality, and authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with Cleary Construction Inc., related to the bid. (4 Bids, Low) [Martin]   Not available Not available
1078-24 131.Bid Recommendation for Bid#131-2024 Town Branch & West Hickman WWTP UV Disinfection Process Replacement ProjectResolutionA Resolution accepting the bid of Herrick Co., Inc., in the amount of $13,700,000 for the Town Branch & West Hickman WWTP UV Disinfection Process Replacement, for the Div. of Water Quality, and authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the Urban County Government, to execute an Agreement with Herrick Co., Inc., related to the bid. (4 Bids, Low) [Martin]   Not available Not available
1062-24 132.Bid Recommendation for Bid#141-2024 East Hickman Pump Station Activated Carbon ReplacementResolutionA Resolution accepting the bid of Carbon Activated Corporation, in the amount of $34,873.07 for the East Hickman Pump Station Activated Carbon Replacement, for the Div. of Water Quality. (5 Bids, Low) [Martin]   Not available Not available
1013-24 1 donations reportCommunications (Donations)Accepting and approving the following donations for the following depts. and divs.: (a) Lexington Police Department - accepting a donation from Congo Brands Beverage Company: PRIME Hydration and Energy drink products for current personnel and participants of our wellness program, Functional Fitness (valued at $9,806.73).   Not available Not available
1074-24 1 Mayors Communication- Personnel 10.24.24Communication (FYI)(1) Probationary Classified Civil Service Appointment of Isaiah Smith, Skilled Trades Worker, Grade 515N, $23.603 hourly in the Div. of Streets and Roads, effective October 21, 2024; (2) Probationary Classified Civil Service Appointment of Lawrence Moberly, Skilled Trades Worker, Grade 515N, $22.235 hourly in the Div. of Streets and Roads, effective October 21, 2024; (3) Probationary Classified Civil Service Appointment of Frank Brown, Skilled Trades Worker, Grade 515N, $22.332 hourly in the Div. of Streets and Roads, effective November 4, 2024; (4) Probationary Classified Civil Service Appointment of Kyle Kmiec, Treatment Plant Operator, Grade 518N, $25.791 hourly in the Div. of Water Quality, effective October 28, 2024; (5) Probationary Classified Civil Service Appointment of Antonio Baldon, Director Waste Management, Grade 534E, $5,270.08 biweekly in the Div. of Waste Management, effective November 4, 2024; (6) Probationary Classified Civil Service Appointment of Alana Insko-Kelley, Community Outreach Program Manager, Grade 522E, $2,621.60 biweekly in the Div. of Environme   Not available Not available