Kenton County public meetings in 2023

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will vote on several items, including a six-year occupational tax incentive for the Fort Mitchell Gateway project, budget adjustments, and a $2,000 attendance incentive for detention center employees. They will also consider bids for development services, a stone supply contract, and various appointments and personnel actions. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and executive orders.

• Ordinance 226.18: Six-year occupational tax incentives for Fort Mitchell Gateway project
• Resolution 23-36: $2,000 annual attendance incentive for full-time detention center employees
• Resolution 23-01V: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Bid from Al Neyer for development services for multi-family development in Covington
• Re-appropriation of $33,602.11 from jail roof capital project for video arraignment equipment

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several action items, including a first reading of an ordinance granting occupational tax incentives for the Fort Mitchell Gateway project, a resolution supporting consolidation of occupational license fee collection with Boone County, and a resolution for a road safety action plan. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and various appointments and contracts.

• Ordinance 226.18 first reading: occupational tax incentives for Fort Mitchell Gateway project
• Resolution 23-34: interlocal agreement to consolidate occupational license fee collection with Boone County
• Resolution 23-35: agreement with NKADD for a Road Safety Action Plan
• Agreement in lieu of taxes with Buttermilk Pike Development Company, LLC
• Executive Order 23-140: employment contract for Police Chief Spike Jones

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss shelter house rental processes and fees for 2024. Members will also review updates on capital projects and recreation program recommendations for the coming year.

• Discussion of 2024 shelter house fees and rental processes
• Updates on Pioneer Bridge and Duke Energy Grant projects
• Review of New Kenton County Park trail markings
• Discussion of Farmer's Market and Needs Assessment
• Planning for budget items due at the February meeting

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is holding a special virtual meeting on November 8, 2023, at 1:30 PM. The agenda includes a presentation of the Northern Kentucky Housing Study, followed by adjournment. No other business is listed.

• Presentation of the Northern Kentucky Housing Study

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is holding a special virtual meeting to review a specific construction bid. The primary item involves the selection of a Construction Manager At Risk for the Kenton County Administration Building Parking Garage.

• Approval of Construction Manager At Risk bid for the Kenton County Administration Building Parking Garage

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several action items, including a resolution supporting the use of site development funds for the Fort Mitchell redevelopment project at 2477 Royal Dr. (formerly the Drawbridge Inn), and approval for the Kenton County Library Board to proceed with its Latonia project under SB 167. The court will also vote on a budget adjustment resolution, a second reading of an ordinance amending business license fees, and a consent agenda with contracts, software purchases, and surplus equipment. Several personnel appointments, resignations, and step increases are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 23-33 supporting site development funds for Fort Mitchell redevelopment at 2477 Royal Dr. (old Drawbridge Inn)
• Approval for Kenton County Library Board to execute Latonia project under SB 167
• Resolution 23-01T for fiscal year budget adjustments
• Ordinance 226.17 second reading amending business license fees
• Consent agenda: on-call engineering contracts, UKG payroll module, snow/ice removal agreement with KYTC

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court will consider fiscal year budget adjustments and a proposed text amendment to the Rural Commercial Zoning District. The meeting also includes discussions on occupational license fee credits for Diversey, Inc. and various departmental contracts and personnel changes.

• Resolution 23-01S regarding fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 23-32 regarding a Rural Commercial Zoning District text amendment
• Ordinance 226.16 providing occupational license fee credits for Diversey, Inc.
• Ordinance 226.17 regarding regulations and license taxes for various businesses
• Purchase of one tandem axel dump truck for Public Works

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will vote on a budget adjustment resolution and consider an ordinance to provide an occupational license fee credit for new employees at Diversey, Inc. as part of a state economic development program. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, a memorial sign request, and a consent agenda with contracts for jail improvements, healthcare, cleaning, and technology services.

• Resolution 23-01R: Fiscal Year budget adjustments
• Ordinance 226.16 (first reading): Occupational license fee credit for Diversey, Inc. under Kentucky Business Investment Program
• Exhibit 23-171: Award KCDC Recreation Yard Improvements bid to Maxwell Construction for Detention Center
• Exhibit 23-172: Agreement with Comprehensive Correctional Care for jail healthcare services
• Exhibit 23-173: Award cleaning services bid to SaniClean, LLC for courthouse, police, and emergency communications

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider a budget adjustment resolution, approve several contracts and purchases, and handle personnel actions. Items include canceling a drone contract, awarding a uniforms bid, increasing safety shoe allowances, and approving a sheriff's SWAT team bond.

• Resolution 23-01Q: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Exhibit 23-165: Bond for Sheriff's SWAT team
• Exhibit 23-166: Cancel drone contract with Adorama Inc. and re-bid
• Exhibit 23-167: Award uniforms bid to CMS Uniforms & Equipment for Detention Center
• Exhibit 23-168: Increase safety shoe allowance for Public Works, Parks, Recreation, Building Maintenance

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court approved the 2023 tax rates, including a 7.6% reduction for real property. Officials authorized a parking structure design contract and the purchase of two properties. A consent agenda was passed covering vehicle purchases, software, and a building demolition.

• Approved 2023 tax rates: 13.3 cents (real property), 16.5 cents (personal property), and 15.8 cents (motor vehicles) (4-0)
• Approved Gresham Smith fee proposal for parking structure design and consulting (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of 6301 Clubhouse Dr. for no more than $80,000 (4-0)
• Approved $275,000 for closing on 510 W. Martin Luther King Dr. (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-01P for budget adjustments, including $243,000 for financial accounting software (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 320.15 establishing a service fee for enhanced 911 Emergency Dispatch Services (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 5 new vehicles, Oracle financial software, and demolition of 673 Maple Tree Lane (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Gary Holland to the Water District Board (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including budget adjustments, a rural road maintenance agreement, and a 10-year cable franchise with Spectrum. They will also set 2023 tax rates and approve numerous contracts and purchases.

• Resolution 23-01O: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 23-29: HB 1 election equipment grant application up to $226,072.25
• Ordinance 451.21: 10-year cable franchise with Spectrum Mid-America, LLC
• Ordinance 226.14: 2023 tax rates (13.3 cents real, 16.5 cents personal, 15.8 cents motor vehicles)
• Exhibit 23-137: Bid for mental health and substance abuse program at detention center

The Fiscal Court approved a 10-year franchise agreement with Spectrum Mid-America, LLC for cable services in unincorporated areas. The board also approved several budget adjustments and road maintenance agreements. A first reading of the 2023 tax rates was conducted, proposing a reduction in property taxes.

• Approved 10-year cable franchise agreement with Spectrum Mid-America, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-01O for budget adjustments including $110,000 for golf course fence and $20,000 for police drone (4-0)
• Approved Rural Secondary Program Agreement for Callant Rd. and Byrd Rd. (4-0)
• Approved grant application for up to $226,072.25 for County Clerks election equipment (4-0)
• Approved 2023 maintenance agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for rural secondary roadways (4-0)
• Approved minutes from July 25 and August 1 meetings (4-0)
• First reading of 2023 tax rates: 13.3 cents (real property), 16.5 cents (personal property), and 15.8 cents (motor vehicles)
• First reading of annual improvement benefit assessment rate for former City of Latonia Lakes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Kenton County Recreation Commission will approve minutes from May 24, 2023, welcome new member Paul Ritter, and receive updates on parks and capital projects, as well as recreation programs. The meeting is primarily informational with one action item (minutes approval).

• Minutes approval for 5/24/2023
• Welcome new commission member Paul Ritter
• Parks projects and capital projects updates
• Recreation programs updates
• Next meeting date: November 8, 2023

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from May 24, 2023. Staff provided updates on completed capital projects and current maintenance staffing challenges. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during the session.

• Approved 5/24/23 meeting minutes
• Terminated mowing contract with Szabo and awarded to Merkle
• Completed maintenance at Mills Baseball
• Installed parks signage at Richardson Road
• Refaced Lincoln Ridge Park Restroom Building

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is holding a special meeting to consider approving a development and parking replacement reimbursement agreement between the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and the county. The agenda includes a citizens address period and general business, with the agreement as the sole action item.

• Approval of a Development and Parking Replacement Reimbursement Agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet

The Fiscal Court approved a Development and Parking Replacement Reimbursement Agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. The approval is contingent on the County Attorney's Office's approval and authorizes the Judge/Executive to sign associated deeds or Right of Way documents.

• Approved Development and Parking Replacement Reimbursement Agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several action items, including a budget adjustment resolution, the purchase of property at 510 W. 12th St. in Covington, and the second reading of a reapportionment ordinance. They will also hear a presentation on emergency communications and approve various contracts and appointments.

• Resolution 23-01N: Fiscal Year budget adjustments
• Purchase of property at 510 W. 12th St., Covington, KY
• Ordinance 532.22 (second reading): adopting reapportionment commissioner's report
• Ordinance 451.21 (first reading): 10-year cable franchise with Spectrum Mid-America, LLC
• Consent agenda: multiple vehicle purchases, software bid award, and surplus declarations

The Fiscal Court approved the purchase of property at 510 W. 12th St. in Covington for potential development. Officials also approved budget adjustments for payroll automation and sheriff's office advertising, along with new emergency plans for the Administration Building.

• Approved purchase of property at 510 W. 12th St., Covington (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-01N for budget adjustments: $67,000 for payroll automation and $8,000 for Sheriff's Office advertising (4-0)
• Approved Building Emergency Plans for the Administration Building (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 532.22 establishing district boundaries for County Commissioners and Justices of the Peace (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including vehicle purchases for Public Works and a payroll software bid for Seven Hills Technology (4-0)
• Approved re-appointment of Kevin Canafax to Airport Board (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Scott Gunning to Kenton-Covington Wellness Board (4-0)
• Approved re-appointment of Rhonda Ritzi to Kenton Conservancy Board (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is meeting to consider several action items, including approving a federally-funded subaward agreement with the Life Learning Center, allocating COLT tax funds for capital improvements at Holly Hill and DCCH, and adopting resolutions for budget adjustments, school transportation reimbursement, and CDBG grant approval. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance on commissioner district boundaries, consent agenda items, and various executive orders for appointments and resignations.

• Approval of ARPA contract with Life Learning Center
• Allocation of COLT tax funds to Holly Hill and DCCH for capital improvements
• Resolution 23-01M for fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 23-25 for school transportation reimbursement
• Ordinance 532.22 first reading on commissioner reapportionment

The Fiscal Court approved approximately $500,000 each for Holly Hill and DCCH for capital improvements using COLT Tax Funds. The board also approved several budget adjustments and a funding agreement with the Life Learning Center.

• Approved $500,000 each for Holly Hill and DCCH capital improvements (3-0)
• Approved Federally-funded Subaward and Funding Assistance Agreement with Life Learning Center (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-01M for Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-25 for non-public school student transportation reimbursement (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-26 regarding Community Development Block Grant Program (3-0)
• Approved 10 consent agenda items including OKI funding and animal shelter cameras (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Ed Kuehne to TANK Board (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Mayor Joe Meyer to BE NKY Board (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including budget adjustments, employee pay scales, and amendments to the county policy manual. They will also vote on a community development block grant application and various consent agenda items such as contracts and equipment surpluses.

• Resolution 23-01L: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 23-23: Approve compensation rates and pay scales for county employees
• Resolution 23-24: Authorize filing 2023 Kentucky Community Development Block Grant-Public Services application
• Ordinance 121.46 (second reading): Amend county code re: policy manual and administrative code (purchasing and travel policy)
• Exhibit 23-103: Award Kenton County Clubhouse water line bid to E.C. Schmidt Plumbing Company

The Fiscal Court approved budget adjustments for the Justice Center and Detention Center, as well as updated employee compensation rates. The board also passed an ordinance increasing the purchasing limit from $30,000 to $40,000. Several contract extensions and board appointments were approved via the consent agenda and executive orders.

• Approved budget adjustments: $2,000 for Justice Center, $9,000 for Detention Center water/sewer, $94,000 for Golf Course waterline (3-0)
• Approved employee compensation rates and pay scales (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Kentucky Community Development Block Grant-Public Services Application (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 121.46 increasing purchasing limit from $30,000 to $40,000 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including Clubhouse Water Line bid to E.C. Schmidt Plumbing and various technology and facility contracts (3-0)
• Approved re-appointment of Paul Verst to Airport Board (3-0)
• Approved re-appointment of Robert Stegman to Elsmere Fire District Board (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Carl Ahrens to Ryland Heights Fire District Board (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court adopted the 2023-2024 budget and approved a $1.4 million ARPA fund allocation to expand the Northern Kentucky Water District Sub-District O. The board also approved several federally-funded subawards and various infrastructure bids.

• Approved $1.4M ARPA funds for Northern Kentucky Water District Sub-District O expansion (4-0)
• Adopted the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year budget (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-01K for budget adjustments, including $4,670,050 for ARPA projects (4-0)
• Approved funding agreement with Enzweiler Building Institute for student and adult training (4-0)
• Approved multiple federally-funded subawards for organizations including Be Concerned, Inc. and GO Pantry Corporation (4-0)
• Approved road resurfacing and multi-use path bids from Eaton Asphalt Paving Co., Inc. (4-0)
• Reappointed Roy Cox as Kenton County Treasurer (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Jordan Cummins as Police Officer I and Ellen Richter as Administrative Assistant 2 (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court approved Ordinance 226.13 on second reading. This action approves a sublease between the Northern Kentucky Port Authority and Kenton County for the OneNKY Center, creates a sinking fund, and authorizes related documents.

• Approved Ordinance 226.13 regarding the OneNKY Center sublease and sinking fund (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from January 18, 2023. Members discussed concerns regarding the condition of properties under the Szabo landscaping services contract and agreed to consult the County Attorney. Staff provided updates on completed park projects and upcoming recreation programs.

• Approved 1/18/23 meeting minutes
• Agreed to consult County Attorney regarding Szabo landscaping services contract

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is holding a special meeting to consider several action items, including budget adjustments, a health tax rate, and a jail equipment grant application. They will also vote on various contracts, agreements, and appointments, and discuss potential litigation and real estate matters in executive session.

• Resolution 23-01J: Fiscal Year budget adjustments
• Resolution 23-20: Setting 2023-2024 health tax rate at 2.40 cents per $100 valuation
• Resolution 23-21: Authorizing filing for up to $33,602 in HB1 jail arraignment equipment grant
• Exhibit 23-71: Wolf Rd. construction agreement between Taylor Mill, Covington, and Kenton County
• Exhibit 23-75: Federally-funded subaward agreement with Enzweiler Building Institute

The Fiscal Court approved a $3 million budget adjustment and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Northern Kentucky Port Authority to purchase and rehab the Sims Building. Other actions included funding for Linden Grove Cemetery and approving a reduced tax rate for the Board of Health.

• Approved $15,000 funding request for Linden Grove Cemetery (3-0)
• Approved MOU with Northern Kentucky Port Authority for Sims Building Project (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-01J for $3 million budget adjustment to fund Sims Building MOU (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-20 setting Board of Health tax rate at 2.40 cents per $100 valuation (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-21 for HB1 Jail Arraignment Equipment Grant up to $33,602 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including Treasurer's Bond renewal and Wolf Rd. Construction Agreement (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Richard Messingschlager to Independence Fire District Board (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Pamela Smith as Part-Time Tax Clerk (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is holding a public hearing to discuss LGEA Funds and County Road Aid Funds. The hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 5:15 P.M. at the Kenton County Government Center. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion item.

• Public hearing to discuss LGEA Funds and County Road Aid Funds
• Hearing at Kenton County Government Center, 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Second Floor Chambers, Covington, KY 41011

The Fiscal Court conducted a public hearing regarding the LGEA Fund and County Road Aid Fund. No public comments or questions were received. Treasurer Roy Cox stated the funds will be spent as presented in the budget by Interim Public Works Director Spencer Stork.

• Held public hearing for $551,063 in Road Aid and $16,740 in LGEA funds

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider the FY2023-2024 budget (first reading), approve ARPA funding for workforce and social services, and adopt several resolutions including a county road aid contract and road maintenance list. They will also act on a property purchase agreement with Independence and various administrative items.

• First reading of FY2024 budget (Ordinance 226.12)
• ARPA funds for BIA/LLC Workforce Skills Initiative and Social Services
• Purchase agreement for Pelly Rd. property (5200/5220 KY 17)
• Resolution 23-15: County Road Aid Coop Program contract
• Resolution 23-19: Support for Sims Building project at 727 Madison Ave.

The Fiscal Court approved ARPA funds for a workforce skills initiative and nearly $2 million for various social service organizations. The board also approved the sale of the Pelly Rd. property to the City of Independence and several budget adjustments. Additionally, a resolution was passed supporting the Sims Building Project at 727 Madison Ave.

• Approved ARPA funds for BIA/LLC Workforce Skills Initiative, including $150,000 for infrastructure and $256,000 for staffing (3-0)
• Approved nearly $2 million in ARPA Social Services Funding for nine organizations (3-0)
• Approved purchase agreement for Pelly Rd. property to the City of Independence (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-01I for budget adjustments including $72,000 for election printers and $20,000 for road cold patch (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-19 supporting site development funds for the Sims Building Project not to exceed $3 million (3-0)
• Approved County Road Aid Coop Program Contract for FY beginning July 1, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved reorganization of the Treasury Department to move a part-time clerk to full-time (3-0)
• Approved appraisal contract for the Sims Building and Waste Tire Grant application (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court approved an agreement in lieu of taxes for a spec office/warehouse development at 135 W. 38th St. in Covington. The court also approved several budget adjustments, a 2023 burn ban, and various public works and facility contracts.

• Approved tax agreement for 135 W. 38th St. development (3-0)
• Approved $62,000 in budget adjustments for Animal Services and Public Works (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Burn Ban (3-0)
• Approved design services for a permanent outdoor Farmers Market at the Historic Courthouse (3-0)
• Approved lease agreement for property at 3920 Richardson Rd. (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Thomas Britton as Police Officer (3-0)
• Approved step increase for Tiffany Fields to Dispatcher II (3-0)
• Moved May 9 meeting location to Government Center due to construction (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is holding a special meeting to approve minutes, hear a proclamation for Animal Control Officer's Week, and receive an update on the county golf course. Action items include a budget adjustment resolution, consent agenda approvals for surplus equipment, vehicle upfit bids, an opioid use disorder program at the detention center, and a sewer tapper's bond renewal. An executive order appointing a shelter manager for Animal Services is also on the agenda.

• Resolution 23-01G: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Exhibit 23-51: Surplus John Deere Gator and 4600 tractor for Public Works
• Exhibit 23-52: Award 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 upfit bid to KE Rose Company
• Exhibit 23-53: Accept state contract for upfitting four 2023 police Dodge Chargers
• Exhibit 23-54: Bridge to Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Program at Detention Center

The Fiscal Court approved budget adjustments for the jail and dispatch services. The court also passed a consent agenda covering equipment surpuses, vehicle upfits, and a medication program for the detention center.

• Approved Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments for jail and dispatch services (3-0)
• Approved surpusing a John Deere Gator and 4600 Tractor (3-0)
• Awarded Chevrolet Silverado 3500 upfit bid to KE Rose Company (3-0)
• Approved contract with L & W Emergency Equipment to upfit four police Dodge Chargers (3-0)
• Approved agreement for Bridge to Medications for Opioid Use Disorder program at detention center (3-0)
• Approved Sewer Tapper's Bond Renewal (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Abby Richter as Shelter Manager for Animal Services (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from March 28 and March 29, 2023 (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is holding a special meeting on March 29, 2023, at 8:00 A.M. The sole agenda item is a planning session to set goals, objectives, and priorities for the future. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Special meeting ordered by County Judge Executive Kris A. Knochelmann
• Planning session to set goals, objectives, and priorities
• Meeting at 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Suite 5200, Covington, Kentucky

The Fiscal Court conducted a planning session to discuss highlights from the previous term and establish goals and priorities for the current term. No legislative actions or ordinances were voted upon during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is meeting to consider several action items, including approving a reimbursement agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for parking structure feasibility and predevelopment services, a fee proposal from Gresham Smith for those services, and a resolution for fiscal year budget adjustments. The agenda also includes a proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, an update on the Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky, and multiple resolutions and consent agenda items covering contracts, leases, and personnel actions.

• Reimbursement agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for parking structure predevelopment services
• Fee proposal from Gresham Smith for predevelopment services for parking structure at Kenton County Administration Building
• Resolution 23-01F for fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 23-12 for referral hires at Kenton County Detention Center
• Exhibit 23-43: bid for stop loss and third party administrator services from Partners for county health insurance

The Fiscal Court approved agreements and fee proposals for a parking structure at the Administration Building. They also passed budget adjustments for police overtime and haz-mat cleanups, and established a referral hire program for the Detention Center.

• Approved reimbursement agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for parking structure services (4-0)
• Approved Gresham Smith fee proposal for parking structure predevelopment (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-01F for budget adjustments including $50,000 for police overtime (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-12 for Detention Center referral hire program (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-13 amending Administrative Code and Policy Manual (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-14 recognizing 2023 Pioneer Award honorees (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including health insurance bids and public works contracts (4-0)
• Approved settlement for the Dan Moening case (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court approved a tax pilot agreement for a residential project in Crestview Hills and a four-year sanitary sewer rate adjustment plan. The court also authorized budget adjustments and funding for detox services at Transitions. Several personnel appointments and resignations were processed.

• Approved tax pilot agreement for residential apartments in Crestview Hills (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-01E for budget adjustments totaling $318,000 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-09 for Sanitation District No. 1 sewer rate adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-11 amending Police Master Wage Scale (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 226.11 regarding occupational license fee credits for White Horse Freight, LLC (4-0)
• Approved contract with Gresham Smith Partners for Government Center parking replacement (4-0)
• Approved up to $100,000 for a maximum of two years to fund detox nurses at Transitions (4-0)
• Tabled Resolution 23-10 recognizing 2023 Pioneer Award honorees

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider adopting a master wage scale and salary adjustments based on a compensation study, along with budget adjustments, ordinance updates, and multiple facility lease agreements. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and consent agenda items.

• Resolution 23-08 adopting master wage scale and sub-scales for police, dispatch, and public services
• Executive Order 23-36 accepting compensation study salary adjustments
• Ordinance 971.22 second reading amending local participation agreement for Buttermilk Pike/Royal Drive development area
• Ordinance 226.11 first reading for occupational license fee credit for White Horse Freight, LLC under Kentucky Business Investment Program
• Consent agenda includes leases for Bowman Field, Middleton-Mills Park, Doe Run Lake, Pioneer Park, Lincoln Ridge, and Richardson Road facilities

The Fiscal Court approved a new Master Wage Scale and an Executive Order implementing salary adjustments for employees, effective February 1. The court also approved budget adjustments for the animal shelter and detention center, and several park facility lease agreements.

• Approved Master Wage Scale and Sub-scales (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 23-36 for employee salary adjustments (4-0)
• Approved $41,000 in budget adjustments for Haz-Mat, Animal Shelter, and Detention Center (4-0)
• Approved annual codification of ordinances (4-0)
• Approved second amendment to Buttermilk Pike/Royal Drive TIF agreement (4-0)
• Approved 9 lease agreements for park facility management (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Sector 750 Crew Destroyer for Parks Department (4-0)
• Approved RFP for social services using ARPA funds (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider a development and reimbursement agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to replace parking lost at the Kenton Government Center due to the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project, and will request an RFQ for related professional services. The agenda also includes budget adjustments, a grant application for election equipment, and several consent agenda items such as contracts and purchases.

• Development and reimbursement agreement with KYTC for parking replacement at 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Covington
• Resolution 23-01C: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 23-07: HB1 County Clerks Election Equipment Grant application
• Ordinance 121.45 first reading: adoption of code supplement
• Ordinance 971.22 first reading: second amendment to Buttermilk Pike/Royal Drive Local Participation Agreement

The Fiscal Court approved an agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to replace parking lost due to the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project and authorized a request for professional services. The board also approved budget adjustments and several personnel appointments.

• Approved Development and Reimbursement Agreement with KYTC for Government Center parking (3-0)
• Approved RFP for professional services regarding Government Center parking (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-01C for budget adjustments including $240,000 for ePoll books (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-07 to file for HB1 County Clerks Election Equipment Grant (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including fuel bid to Valor Oil and brush cutter purchase (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Ron Lubbe as specialized Deputy for Coroner's Office (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Ryan Galbraith as Animal Control Officer (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Jacob Brown as Recruit Officer for Police Department (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court approved an ordinance updating agricultural tourism regulations in A-1 and A-2 zones. The body also passed several resolutions regarding budget adjustments, federal grants, and housing non-discrimination.

• Approved Ordinance No. 930.5 amending agricultural tourism regulations (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-01B for budget adjustments totaling $90,000 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-04 prohibiting housing discrimination (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-03 for CDBG-Public Services application (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-05 for CDBG program actions (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-06 appointing Title VI Coordinator and Committee (4-0)
• Approved Dispatch Laptops bid award to C-Forward (4-0)
• Approved step increases for Police and Public Works employees (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission approved lease agreements for several soccer and baseball facilities. The board also established the remaining meeting dates for the 2023 calendar year.

• Approved lease agreements for Bowman Field, Doe Run Lake Soccer, Lincoln Ridge Soccer, Middleton-Mills Soccer, NKY Baseball Mills Road, NKYFL Mills Road, Pioneer Soccer, and Richardson Road Baseball
• Approved meeting minutes from 8/17/22
• Set 2023 meeting dates for May 24, Aug 9, and Nov 8

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider resolutions for budget adjustments and a federal RAISE grant application for widening KY 536, plus second readings of ordinances on transient room tax and motor vehicle rental fees. The agenda also includes presentations on the Licking River study and Children's Home, and numerous consent agenda items and executive orders for appointments and purchases.

• Resolution 23-01: Apply for USDOT RAISE grant for KY 536 widening from Calvary Drive to KY 17
• Ordinance 226.09 (2nd reading): Amend transient room tax to include all accommodations per House Bill 8
• Ordinance 226.10 (2nd reading): Levy license fee on motor vehicle rentals for Tri-County Economic Development Corp
• Ordinance 930.5 (1st reading): Amend zoning for agricultural tourism in A-1 and A-2 zones
• Consent agenda: Purchase Caterpillar track loader, Chevy Silverado, award boiler and camera system bids

The Fiscal Court approved a 3% license fee on ride-sharing services to fund the Tri-County Economic Development Corporation. Other actions included budget adjustments for police cameras and animal shelter overtime, and the authorization of a federal grant application for road widening on KY 536.

• Approved 3% license fee on Uber and Lyft rides (3-1)
• Approved transient room tax amendment (4-0)
• Approved $59,000 budget adjustment for police cameras and animal shelter overtime (4-0)
• Approved USDOT grant application for KY 536 widening and realignment (4-0)
• Approved $5,800 for Clerk's office renovations and $8,000 budget adjustment (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Michael Stork as Interim County Engineer/Director of Public Works (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Michelle Foster as Interim Technology Services Director (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Caterpillar track loader and 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD (4-0)