May 24 2012 Special Council Meeting

Mayor Camp reported that after the resignation of City Attorney John P. Kirkham, she has spoken with several local attorneys interested in the position. Mayor Camp recommended the appointment of Jeff Traughber to the position of City Attorney. Mr. Powell motioned to accept the recommendation and seconded by Ms. Sidebottom. Motion carried unanimously by show of hands. Clerk Brock administered the oath of office to Jeff Traughber and all in attendance welcome and congratulated him on his appointment to this position.

Clerk Brock read second reading of Ordinance 2012-1, “AN ORDINANCE ENACTING AND ADOPTING A SUPPLEMENT TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF ELKTON, KENTUCKY.” Mr. Scott motioned to adopt after second reading, seconded by Mr. Jefferson and carried unanimously by show of hands.

Mayor Camp and Clerk Brock reported that Todd County Fiscal Court and Todd County Emergency Services would like to apply for a grant to install new emergency siren systems in the county. The county has asked if the city would commit to providing $2,000 for the required match to purchase one siren for the city of Elkton at a total cost of $18,000. The siren could be remotely activated from the Emergency Serves Center. After discussion, Mr. Jefferson motioned to commit $2,000 in city funds for the purchase of a new siren in Elkton if the grant is received. Motion seconded by Mr. Laster and carried unanimously.

Mayor Camp presented the budget message and proposal for fiscal year ending June 30, 2013. Clerk Brock discussed the budget summaries of the general fund and other departments. The proposal includes a 2% cost of living increase for all employees and officials. Also, the city will no longer pay police officers a $6.00 per diem for uniform cleaning, but will replace it with a $.80 per hour pay increase which will offset the loss of the per diem payment. After discussion, Clerk Brock read first reading of Ordinance 2012-3, “AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE ANNUAL BUDGET AND APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE CITY OF ELKTON, KENTUCKY, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2012 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2013.” Mr. Powell motioned to approve after first reading and seconded by Mr. Gibson. Motion carried unanimously by show of hands.

Clerk Brock discussed the proposed budget amendment ordinance for fiscal year ending June 30, 2012. Most of the adjustments are for unanticipated income and expenditures the council voted on throughout the year. Clerk Brock read first reading of Ordinance 2012-2, “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF ELKTON, KENTUCKY, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2011 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2012.” Mr. Jefferson motioned to approve after first reading and seconded by Mr. Scott. Motion carried unanimously by show of hands.

Mr. Frogue informed the council that he contacted the city of Hopkinsville utility superintendent and the Hopkinsville city attorney for advice regarding the separation of water lines with Todd County Water and future service boundaries for the city. There will be a meeting at Elkton City Hall on Friday, May 25th with them to discuss how we should proceed with water line separation and future service area. Mr. Frogue will use their advice to help develop a response to the Water District’s last proposal that he will present at the next council meeting.

There was no further items on the agenda, therefore Mr. Scott motioned to adjourn and seconded by Mr. Laster. Motion carried unanimously and meeting adjourned at approximately 5:30 PM.