Minutes: City Council Meeting
December 13, 2010
7:00 PM
The Elkton City Council met in regular session on Monday, December 13, 2010 with Mayor Nancy T. Camp presiding.
City Council members present: Doug Gibson; Eugene Jefferson; Jimmy Scott; Danny Laster; David Powell; and, Cindy Sidebottom.
Others present: City Clerk/Treasurer Laura Brock; Utility Superintendent Terry Frogue; Police Chief Bruce Marklin; Liewanne Bass and Linda Spann, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints; Justin Frogue, Alvin Frogue, Clay Frogue, David Addison and Wayne Addison II, Boy Scouts of America Troop 166; and, Stephanie Craft, Todd County Standard.
Mayor Camp called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Danny Laster gave invocation.
Mayor Camp welcomed all of the guests to the meeting and introduced Ms. Bass and Ms. Spann to discuss the “Day of Service” project at the City-County Park. Ms. Bass thanked the Mayor and Council and explained that they were excited to be coming to Elkton on April 9, 2011 to help with renovations and repairs in the City-County Park. They expect about 300 volunteers from several states to help with the project. She also stated that any other church and community groups are invited to help as well. This project will receive national attention through the dayofservice.org website as well as youtube.com videos and other promotions.
After reviewing the minutes of the November 8, 2010 meeting, bills payable and financial reports, Mr. Scott motioned to approve. Motion seconded by Mrs. Sidebottom and carried unanimously.
Mayor Camp reported that the Elkton Planning Commission held a public hearing to discuss the zoning of the new Todd County Funeral Home property located at 720 West Main Street upon its annexation into the city. The Planning Commission recommends that this property be zoned B-1 Neighborhood Business District upon annexation. After discussion, Mr. Jefferson motioned to approve the Planning Commission recommendation to zone property located at 720 West Main Street B-1 Neighborhood Business District upon annexation. Motion seconded by Mr. Gibson and carried unanimously by show of hands.
Mayor Camp recommended the reappointment of Al Joynes to the Elkton Planning Commission to serve another four year term. Mr. Laster motioned to approve the appointment and seconded by Mr. Powell. Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Camp recommended the appointment of Brandy Nittler to serve a currently vacant spot on the Board of Adjustment. Mr. Jefferson motioned to approve the appointment of Brandy Nittler to the Board of Adjustment. Motion seconded by Mr. Scott and carried unanimously.
Mayor Camp recommended the appointment of Leona Bockweg to the Board of Adjustment to serve a four year term. Mr. Laster motioned to approve the recommendation and seconded by Mr. Gibson. Motion carried unanimously.
Terry Frogue reported that plans for the sewer line extension to Todd County Funeral Home have been sent to the Division of Water for approval. The sewer line extension will also serve properties on Highway 68/80 in the future, which will also require annexation. The estimated cost of construction for this project is $53,000. Frogue reported the city can apply for a loan through the Kentucky Infrastructure Authority at 1% interest. Since the interest rate is so low, Mr. Frogue also suggested the city apply for additional funds to extend the sewer line under the bridge at Highway 68/80. These plans have already been prepared and may just need to be resubmitted for approval. The cost of construction for this portion of the project is about $13,000. This extension will get the sewer line to the northern side of Highway 68/80 where there has been a lot of business interest in the past. After discussion, Mr. Gibson motioned to apply for funding to complete both projects. Motion seconded by Mrs. Sidebottom and carried unanimously by show of hands.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Mr. Gibson reported several street patching jobs that have been completed.
Mr. Jefferson called for a report from Police Chief Marklin. Mr. Marklin reported only two accidents during the recent snow. He also reported department activity in November. Chief Marklin reported new officer Mark Nichols has begun working full-time to cover the loss off Officer Joey Johnson, who was recently elected Sheriff of Todd County.
Mr. Laster reported that all the new water meters have been installed and are working correctly. Mr. Frogue reported that the wastewater treatment plant has been under a notice of violation for phosphorus with a deadline to comply of December 15th. Mr. Frogue sought advice from several engineers and made necessary changes to bring the plant into compliance. The most recent test showed the plant is in compliance.
Mr. Powell reported one fire run since the last council meeting. Also, the firemen are currently receiving state certification training and will finish up this week.
Mrs. Sidebottom and Mayor Camp thanked Todd County Funeral Home for placing wreaths at both cemeteries in Elkton.
MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Camp reported that a decision needs to be made regarding the per diem payments made to all police officers. The city currently pays each officer $5.00 for each day worked per month as reimbursement for dry cleaning their uniforms. City accountants and the city’s personnel advisor have informed us that this is a taxable fringe benefit and taxes should be paid on this amount. Mayor Camp recommended raising the per diem to $6.00 per day to cover the taxes. After discussion, Mrs. Sidebottom motioned to increase the per diem to $6.00 per day effective January 2011. Motion seconded by Mr. Gibson and carried unanimously.
Clerk Brock administered the oath of office to the council members, all of whom were reelected to serve another two year term beginning January 1st. Clerk Brock also administered the oath of office to Mayor Nancy T. Camp, who was reelected to serve another four-year tern effective January 1st.
Mr. Scott motioned to adjourn and seconded by Mr. Gibson. Motion carried unanimously and meeting adjourned at 7:35 PM.