Minutes: City Council Meeting
May 10, 2010
7:00 PM
The Elkton City Council met in regular session on Monday, May 10, 2010 with Mayor Nancy T. Camp presiding.
City Council members present: Doug Gibson; Eugene Jefferson; Danny Laster; David Powell; Cindy Sidebottom; and, Jimmy Scott.
Others present: City Clerk/Treasurer Laura Brock; Utility Superintendent Terry Frogue; Police Chief Bruce Marklin; County Judge Executive Arthur Green; Shane Hessey; Robert Harris; and, Ryan Craig, Todd County Standard.
Mayor Camp called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Doug Gibson gave invocation. Mayor Camp welcomed all the guests in attendance.
After reviewing the minutes of the April 12, 2010 meeting, bills payable and financial reports, Mr. Jefferson motioned to approve and pay the bills. Motion seconded by Mr. Powell and carried unanimously.
Mayor Camp stated if there was no opposition, the agenda would be amended to allow Judge Green to be first on the agenda. There was no opposition and Mr. Green stated he was in attendance to answer questions regarding the dispatch service fees that were questioned at the last council meeting. Mr. Green stated his letter may have not been clear, but assured the council that the county is expected to put nearly $53,000 into the dispatch center from the county general fund. This is in addition to any fees that are collected on land lines and cell phones. The county has asked all three cities to contribute $4.00 per capita to the dispatch center next year, with Elkton’s contribution being $7,936. This will make the contributions between the cities more fair. Mr. Green explained that grants are being sought to upgrade the system to meet the January 2013 deadline set by the FCC to convert to a “low band” system. The cost to upgrade the whole county to a digital system could cost nearly $1 million. After discussion, Mr. Gibson motioned to approve the new dispatch fee paid to the county in the amount of $7,936 effective July 1, 2010. Mr. Powell seconded the motion and carried unanimously. Judge Green thanked the council and left the meeting.
Mayor Camp stated Shane Hessey was next on the agenda. However, Mr. Hessey had left the meeting.
Clerk Brock read second reading of Summary Ordinance 2010-3, “AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PREVENTING FLOOD DAMAGE TO THE CITY OF ELKTON.” Mr. Jefferson motioned to adopt after second reading and seconded by Mr. Laster. Motion carried unanimously by show of hands.
Mayor Camp presented Resolution 2010-3, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ELKTON, KENTUCKY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR AND, UPON APPROVAL, TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE KENTUCKY OFFICE OF HOMELAND SECURITY (KOHS), TO EXECUTE ANY DOCUMENTS WHICH ARE DEEMED NECESSARY BY KOHS TO FACILITATE AND ADMINISTER THE PROJECT AND TO ACT AS THE AUTHORIZED CORRESPONDENT FOR THIS PROJECT.” This grant will purchase new radios for the police and fire departments. After discussion, Mr. Scott motioned to approve Resolution 2010-3 and seconded by Mr. Powell. Motion carried unanimously by show of hands.
Mayor Camp presented the FY 2011 Budget Message and Proposal. The message explained the various small projects that are included in the proposed budget, including the South Streets Avenue Sidewalk Project, hiring a part-time employee to work in the Old Courthouse Welcome Center, extending Wi-Fi to the City-County Park and Fire Hall, new doors for the Old Courthouse, and various small equipment upgrades and repairs from each department. Clerk Brock stated she and the Mayor met with each council member and department head to discuss the budget and any special projects that were needed. Clerk Brock reviewed the budget and called for questions. There was discussion regarding the city’s contribution to the Todd County Industrial Foundation. After discussion, Mr. Jefferson motioned to include a $10,000 contribution to the Industrial Foundation in the FY 2011 Budget. Motion seconded by Mr. Gibson and carried unanimously by show of hands. There was also discussion about the proposed cost of living salary increase, which would give $.75 per hour to all part-time and full-time employees and a 3% increase to monthly salaried employees and elected officials. After discussion, a special meeting was scheduled for May 27th at 5 PM to hold first reading of the FY 2011 Budget Ordinance. Clerk Brock stated a budget amendment for FY 2010 will also be presented.
Mayor Camp informed the council the gutters need cleaning and repaired on the Old Courthouse. The repairs should not cost more than $2,000. There is approximately $9,000 in the building maintenance fund. After discussion, Mr. Gibson motioned to approve the repairs. Motion seconded by Mr. Jefferson and carried unanimously.
Mayor Camp reported the PADD annual dinner meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 14th. Therefore, she requested the June council meeting be re-scheduled for Tuesday, June 15th at 7:00 PM. After discussion, Mr. Scott motioned to approve the meeting change and seconded by Mr. Powell. Motion carried unanimously.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Mr. Jefferson called for a report from Chief Marklin, who presented a report of activity for last month. He also reminded the council that the department received a grant for “Click it or Ticket” to hold seatbelt check points from May 24th through June 6th. Chief Marklin also reported they have received their new shotguns that were purchased through a JAG ARRA (stimulus) grant. Therefore, Chief Marklin requested the council declare five old shotguns surplus property and put them up for sale. Mr. Gibson motioned to approve the request to declare five shotguns surplus property. Motion seconded by Mr. Laster and carried unanimously.
Mr. Laster commended the Utility Department for their hard work during the recent flood. Several properties had sewer backup problems due to the 10 inches of rain we received in two days and the crew worked several hours overtime helping them clean up their properties.
Mr. Powell reported there was a sewer backup problem during the heavy rains at the Fire Hall but there was not a lot of damage.
Clerk Brock reported that bids are being accepted for the City’s property, liability and worker’s compensation insurance on May 25th. The bids will be reported to the council at the next meeting.
There was no further discussion, therefore Mr. Laster motioned to adjourn and seconded by Mr. Powell. Meeting adjourned at approximately 7:55 PM.