Paris public meetings in 2024

City Commission

The City Commission will review ordinances regarding cannabis licensing and the establishment of an entertainment destination center. The body will also consider a text amendment for the Neighborhood Revitalization Design Character Overlay Zone and a project for a public gathering space on 3rd Street.

• Ordinance 2024-34: Cannabis License and Fees (Second Reading)
• Ordinance 2024-35: Entertainment Destination Center (First Reading)
• Ordinance 2024-36: Neighborhood Revitalization Design Character Overlay Zone text amendment
• Municipal Order 2024-93: 3rd Street Public Community Gathering Space project establishment
• Resolution 2024-20: Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) application

The Paris City Commission approved Ordinance 2024-34, establishing regulations and fees for cannabis special licenses, with a unanimous vote. The commission also held first readings for ordinances on an entertainment destination center and a neighborhood revitalization design character overlay zone. Several contracts and resolutions were approved, including change orders reducing costs, a grant application for firefighter assistance, and the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan Goals and Objectives.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-34 for cannabis special license fees (unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-35 (entertainment destination center)
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-36 (neighborhood revitalization overlay zone)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-91, change order decreasing Akins Excavating contract by $76,135
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-92, change order decreasing W. Principles contract by $16,928.25
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-93 for 3rd street project (closed to vehicular traffic)
• Approved Resolution 2024-20 to apply for Assistance to Firefighters Grant
• Approved Resolution 2024-21 adopting Comprehensive Plan Goals and Objectives

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will conduct second readings of ordinances on code supplements, bid openings, and flood damage prevention, along with a first reading of an ordinance establishing cannabis license fees. The agenda also includes a Citizens Police Academy presentation, a discussion on legislative priorities, and a municipal order for a telephone system upgrade.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-34 establishing cannabis license fees
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-33 on flood damage prevention
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-31 adopting 2024 Supplement to Code of Ordinances
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-32 regarding bid openings
• Municipal Order 2024-90 for telephone system upgrade

The Paris City Commission approved three ordinances: a 2024 code supplement, bid opening procedures, and flood damage prevention, all unanimously. They also approved the full-time hire of Robert Mcdowell as a Firefighter/EMT and created a telephone system upgrade project. Financial reports were accepted, and several informational updates were given.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-31 adopting 2024 code supplement (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-32 related to bid openings (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-33 related to Flood Damage Prevention (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-89 hiring Robert Mcdowell as Firefighter/EMT (5-0)
• Approved payment of invoices: $132,824.45 General Fund, $787,182.14 Utility Fund (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-90 creating City Telephone System Upgrade project 24AD01 (5-0)
• Approved financial reports: General Fund revenues $4,435,069, expenses $5,219,738; Utility Fund revenues $6,792,486, expenses $6,485,816 (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss a fiscal year 2024-2025 budget amendment and an investment policy. The body will also consider ordinances regarding flood damage prevention and bid openings.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-30: Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Amendment
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-33: Flood Damage Prevention
• Municipal Order 2024-87: Closure of 3rd Street to vehicular traffic
• Municipal Order 2024-83: Thornberry Way Street Acceptance
• Resolution 2024-16: Grant application for County City Bridge Improvement Program Funding

The Paris City Commission approved several ordinances and municipal orders, including the first quarter budget amendment for 2024-2025 and an investment policy. They also approved multiple consent agenda items, including a $79,990 dump truck purchase and a $299,055 substation transformer. The Kentucky Utilities easement request was postponed for further discussion.

• Approved ordinance 2024-29 (Investment Policy) unanimously
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-85 (Administrative Guidelines for Investments) unanimously
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-86 (appointing Stan Galbriath to Investment Committee) unanimously
• Approved ordinance 2024-30 (first quarter budget amendment) unanimously
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-88 (five-year contract with Qualus Services for substation transformer testing) unanimously
• Approved bid from Dutch's Ford for $79,990 for a 2019 Ford Super Duty F750 Dump Truck unanimously
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-87 (closure of 3rd Street to vehicular traffic) unanimously
• Approved award of $299,055 for Dual Voltage substation transformer from T&R Electric unanimously

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will consider several ordinance readings, including zoning map amendments and a budget amendment. The commission will also decide on a municipal order to award a bid and secure financing for a new fire truck. Additional items include a contract for bulk salt, a personnel hire for electric distribution, and updates on solid waste, parks funding, and financial statements.

• Ordinance 2024-30: First reading of FY 2024-2025 Budget Amendment
• Municipal Order 2024-82: Award of bid and financing for a fire truck
• Municipal Order 2024-81: Contract request for bulk salt from Morton Salt
• Municipal Order 2024-80: Recommendation for full‑time hire in electric distribution
• Discussion of street acceptance for the Solid Waste and Recycling Depot Project

The Paris City Commission approved new pay compensation scales, a fire truck purchase, and a budget amendment, while deferring two zoning map amendments to a special meeting on November 1, 2024. The commission also approved several municipal orders, including a salt purchase, surplus disposal, and a one-time parks funding. No votes were taken on the zoning amendments because the official Planning and Zoning board minutes were not available.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-28 adopting new Pay Compensation Scales (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-82 for Pierce fire truck purchase and financing (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-30 (FY 2024-2025 Budget Amendment)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-29 (Investment Policy)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-80 converting Noah Bussell to full-time Ground Technician (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-81 for bulk salt purchase from Morton Salt (unanimous)
• Approved surplus of miscellaneous items for sale, recycling, or scrap (unanimous)
• Approved $18,500 one-time funding to Paris-Bourbon County Joint Parks and Recreation Board (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will review two zone map amendment requests and a correction to electric rates. The body is also considering purchases for the fire and electric departments and a meter and line replacement project.

• Ordinance 2024-25: Administrative Correction to Electric Rates
• Ordinances 2024-26 and 2024-27: Zone Map Amendment Requests ZMA 24-03 and ZMA 24-04
• Ordinance 2024-28: Compensation Scales
• Purchase request for Fire Department: Pierce Custom Enforcer PUC Pumper
• Municipal Order 2024-79: Meter and Line Replacement Project establishment and grant acceptance

The Paris City Commission approved Ordinance 2024-25 regarding electric rates and passed multiple consent agenda items, including invoice payments for the General and Utility funds. The commission also authorized the Electric Department to purchase a 1000kVA padmount transformer and approved Municipal Order 2024-79 for the Meter and Service Line Replacement project. Additionally, the commission heard first readings for three ordinances regarding zoning map amendments and pay compensation scales.

• Approved September 24, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-25 electric rate ordinance (5-0)
• Read Ordinance 2024-26 for a Zone Map Amendment at 200 Bethlehem Road (first reading)
• Read Ordinance 2024-27 for a Zone Map Amendment at Westridge Lane (first reading)
• Read Ordinance 2024-28 pay compensation scales (first reading)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-78 and agreement authorizations (5-0)
• Approved Electric Department to directly negotiate with Stuart Irby for used wire tensioning equipment (5-0)
• Approved extending bush and limb pickup from October 14th through October 25th (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider an administrative correction to the Electric Rates Ordinance. The body is also reviewing personnel appointments, job description revisions, and several street closure requests for community events.

• Ordinance 2024-25: Administrative Correction to Electric Rates Ordinance
• Street closure requests for Main Street (Trunk or Treat) and Main St./Ardrey Place (Dia de los Muertos)
• Community Partner Agreement with Paris Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)
• Municipal Order 2024-73 and 2024-74: Police Lieutenant promotion and Police Officer hire
• Legends of Bourbon County request for street closure and city resources

The Paris City Commission approved several personnel actions, including the promotion of William Giberson to Police Lieutenant and the hiring of Stephen Morris as a Police Officer. The commission also approved multiple street closures for community events, a $3,576/month environmental services contract, and a $4,500 community partnership with PAWS. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Approved Municipal Order 2024-73 promoting William Giberson to Police Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-74 hiring Stephen Morris as Police Officer (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for Trunk or Treat on Oct 26, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for Dia De Los Muertos Festival on Nov 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Awarded bid to GCP Environmental Solutions at $3,576/month for 36 months (unanimous)
• Approved PAWS as Community Partner with $4,500 for FY24-25 (unanimous)
• Approved road closure for Legends of Bourbon County festival Oct 12-13 (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports with general fund revenues of $2,638,638 and expenses of $2,080,730 (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several personnel orders, including police hires and an E911 dispatch transfer. The body will also discuss a service line warranty program and the Kentucky League of Cities Investment Pool.

• Recommendation to hire a Police Recruit and a Police Officer Lateral
• Resolution 2024-14 regarding Millersburg Sanitary Sewer Extension Grant documents
• Municipal Order 2024-67 Participation Agreement with KYMEA
• Street closure request for High and Main St. for Fire Department 150th Celebration
• Municipal Order 2024-63 Personnel Policy Service Agreement contract

The Paris City Commission approved multiple consent agenda items, including personnel hires, a zoning reappointment, a school parking agreement, and a street closure for the Fire Department's 150th celebration. They also approved resolutions for a Cleaner Water Program grant and participation in the Energy Center I Project. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved internal transfer of Dakota Ginter to E911 Dispatcher (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Keith Karkoski as Police Officer Recruit (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Samantha Faoro as Police Officer (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jason Dailey to Bourbon County Joint Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Use Agreement with Paris Independent School Board for overflow parking on Houston Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for Paris Fire Department 150th Celebration on Oct. 5 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-14 for Cleaner Water Program grant acceptance (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-67 for Energy Center I Project participation (unanimous)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed real and personal property tax rates for fiscal year 2024‑2025. It will then consider several ordinances that levy ad valorem taxes on real property, personal property, motor vehicles, and watercraft, as well as an ordinance providing a discount on real‑property tax. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of the August 27 minutes.

• Public hearing on levy of real and personal tax rates for FY 2024‑2025 (KRS 132.027(b)(6))
• Ordinance 2024‑20: levy ad valorem tax on real property for FY 2024‑2025
• Ordinance 2024‑21: levy ad valorem tax on personal property for FY 2024‑2025
• Ordinance 2024‑22: levy ad valorem tax on motor vehicles and watercraft for calendar year 2025
• Ordinance 2024‑23: provide a discount on real‑property tax

The Paris City Commission approved ordinances setting the FY 2024-2025 real property tax rate at $0.1070 per $100 of assessed valuation and the personal property tax rate at $0.1721 per $100 (amended from an initial $0.1806). They also set the motor vehicle and watercraft tax rate at $0.17 per $100 and approved a 2% discount on real property taxes paid by November 30, 2024. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved Ordinance 2024-20: real property tax rate $0.1070 per $100 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-21 (amended): personal property tax rate $0.1721 per $100 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-22: motor vehicle/watercraft tax rate $0.17 per $100 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-23: 2% discount on real property tax paid by Nov 30, 2024 (4-0)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will hold a second reading of an ordinance regarding medical cannabis and new state law. The body will also discuss water line replacements and a valve replacement program. Other items include personnel hires and surplus property at 219 East 19th Street.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-24 regarding medical cannabis
• Surplus property at 219 East 19th Street
• Valve Replacement Program and 8th Street Water Line Replacement project
• Street closure request for 6th Street between Main St. and Pleasant St.
• Grant acceptance for 2025 Highway Safety Grant

The Paris City Commission unanimously approved Ordinance 2024-24 addressing medical cannabis under new Kentucky law. They also approved several municipal orders, including a deduct change order with Perfection Group, revised contracts for water projects, and a resolution to apply for the KY WWATERS grant. All votes were unanimous with no abstentions.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-24 on medical cannabis (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-54 deduct change order with Perfection Group (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-61 revised contract amount $579,545 (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-60 revised contract amount $3,343,045 (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-59 Valve Replacement Program & 8th Street Water Line Replacement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-13 for KY WWATERS grant application (5-0)
• Approved surplus of property at 219 East 19th Street (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports: general fund revenues $1,928,623, expenses $1,241,028; utility fund revenues $1,561,818, expenses $1,339,465 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, read and vote on ordinances including a zoning map amendment for 1510 South Main Street and tax levies for 2024-2025. The body will also discuss a potential disc golf course at Garrard Park and consider personnel hires and contract revisions.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-19: Zoning Map Amendment for 1510 South Main Street
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-18: Supplement to the Code of Ordinances
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-24: Medical Cannabis regulations under new Kentucky law
• Levy of 2024-2025 AD Valorem Taxes on Real, Personal Property, and Motor Vehicles
• Discussion on establishing a disc golf course at Garrard Park

The Paris City Commission approved two ordinances: a zoning map amendment for 1510 South Main Street and a supplement to the Code of Ordinances. They also set a public hearing for September 6, 2024, on the 2024-2025 property tax rates and a 2% early pay discount. Several personnel hires and equipment purchases were approved, and the commission authorized drafting an agreement for a disc golf course at Garrard Park.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-19 Zoning Map Amendment for 1510 South Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-18 adopting a supplement to the Code of Ordinances (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Sept 6, 2024 on 2024-2025 tax rates and 2% early pay discount (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-47 hiring Zachary West as Field Operations Trainee (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-48 converting David Litteral to Public Works Laborer I (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-49 hiring Vincent O'Connor as Field Operations Trainee (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-52 hiring Carrie Prell as E911 Dispatcher (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Kubota KX 40-4 mini excavator for $70,500.00 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will hold its regular meeting on July 23, 2024, to consider several ordinances, including a second reading of a compensation scale amendment, a first reading of a code supplement, and a zoning map amendment for 1510 South Main Street. The consent agenda includes personnel actions, a road closure, purchase ratifications, and bid awards for audit services and street paving. The meeting will also include a presentation on the Junior Firefighter Program and a report on June financials.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-17: amendment to compensation scale (creation of a role)
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-19: zoning map amendment for 1510 South Main Street
• Resolution 2024-11: purchase ratification for Insert-a-Valve
• Resolution 2024-12: purchase authorization and ratification for diesel fuel for power plant
• Bid award for FY 2024-2025 street paving

The Paris City Commission approved Ordinance 2024-17 to create a Purchasing/Grants Manager position, and held first readings for two ordinances. They also approved several consent agenda items, including street paving, audit services, and emergency purchases. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-17 creating Purchasing/Grants Manager role (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-44 transferring Eric Puckett to Wastewater Treatment Operator Class III (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-45 hiring Aleisha Allen as Utility Billing Supervisor (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-46 hiring Collin Alcorn as E-911 Dispatcher (unanimous)
• Approved Bourbon Burn street closure for Sept 27, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-11 ratifying emergency purchase for water tank valve insert ($48,750) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-12 authorizing diesel fuel purchases up to $40,000 per load (unanimous)
• Approved street paving bid to Hinkle Contracting up to $216,095 (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a workshop meeting to review an overview of the long-term project for the Transfer Station/Solid Waste and Recycling Convenience Center.

• Transfer Station/Solid Waste and Recycling Convenience Center overview

The City Commission held a workshop session to discuss goals, visions, and potential challenges regarding the current Transfer Station site. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

City Commission

The Commission will review several second readings regarding the FY'25 annual budget and various municipal utility rates. The meeting also includes a presentation on asphalt paving at Main and High Street and updates on city financials.

• Second Reading: Ordinance 2024-10 (FY'25 Annual Budget)
• Public Hearing: Rate Increase for Municipality Owned Utilities
• Ordinances regarding Water, Sewer, Electric rates, and E911 Meter Fees
• Special Presentation: Hinkle Contracting Main and High Street Asphalt Paving Update
• Second Reading: Ordinance 2024-16 (FY'24 Annual Budget Amendment)

The Paris City Commission unanimously approved the fiscal year 2025 annual budget and new rate ordinances for water, sewer, and electricity. The commission also passed a text amendment for B2 and I Zones and accepted multiple funding agreements for local organizations. A public hearing was held regarding the utility rate increases, during which one resident suggested using budget funds for a solar farm.

• Approved FY'25 annual budget (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-9 text amendment for B2 and I Zones (5-0)
• Approved new Water, Sewer, and Electric Rates (5-0 each)
• Approved E911 meter fees ordinance (5-0)
• Approved amendment to FY'24 Annual Budget (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-41 agreement with Citco Water (5-0)
• Approved May financials reflecting general fund revenues of $11,279,394 (5-0)
• Approved street closure for Festival on Fifth on Fifth Street between Main and Pleasant (5-0)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission will review several first-reading ordinances regarding the FY'25 annual budget, compensation scales, and various utility rates. The agenda also includes updates on road aid funding and water system improvement projects.

• First Reading: Ordinance 2024-10 (FY'25 Annual Budget)
• First Reading: Ordinances for Water, Sewer, Electric, and E911 Meter Fees
• Hinkle Contracting: Main and High Street Asphalt Paving Update
• Bid Award: Water Plant Improvements - Judy Construction Contract 1
• Bid Award: Water Distribution Improvements - Akins Excavating Contract 2

The Paris City Commission awarded two contracts for water system improvements: $3,362,000 to Judy Construction for Water Treatment Plant improvements and $820,393.00 to Adkins Excavating for Water Distribution improvements. Commissioners also approved Resolution 2024-9 for a municipal road aid co-op contract, authorized a loan increase request to the Kentucky Infrastructure Authority, and approved several personnel actions and routine payments. First readings were held for the FY'25 budget and ordinances on water, sewer, electric, and E911 meter rates, but no final votes were taken on those items.

• Approved May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-9 for municipal road aid co-op contract with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute loan increase request to Kentucky Infrastructure Authority for project WX21017022 (4-0)
• Awarded bid to Judy Construction for $3,362,000 for Water Treatment Plant Improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded bid to Adkins Excavating for $820,393.00 for Water Distribution Improvements (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter for right-of-way road adequacy at 281 Houston Avenue for Kentucky Department of Education purchase (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to work with Housing Authority up to 90 days to resolve billing challenges (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: Juneteenth proclamation, four personnel orders, insurance renewal, legal fee increase to $200/hr, valve replacement, and invoice payments (unanimous)

City Commission

The Commission will discuss the FY'25 Budget and employee insurance plans. The agenda includes a presentation on asphalt paving at Main and High Street and several municipal orders regarding safety guidelines and license plate readers.

• Main and High Street Asphalt Paving Update
• Marketing Agreement with Service Line Warranties of America, Inc.
• New Hire Firefighter/EMT personnel order
• Water and Waste Water FY'25 Chemicals bid award
• Police Department Standard Operating Procedure for License Plate Readers

The Commission approved a new policy for the police department's use of license plate reader technology and authorized FY'25 health, vision, life, and dental insurance. Other actions included hiring a new firefighter/EMT and approving chemical suppliers for water and wastewater plants.

• Approved police department policy for license plate reader technology (unanimous)
• Approved FY'25 health, vision, life, and dental insurance (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Brandon Hunt as Firefighter/EMT (unanimous)
• Approved $151,058.37 in General Fund and $284,903.25 in Utility Fund invoices (unanimous)
• Approved chemical suppliers for FY'24-25 water and wastewater budget (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Pumpkin Festival on Sept. 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,851.49 in additional fees for NewGen Strategies & Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved participation in the RICE generation project group (5-0)

City Commission

The commission will consider an economic incentive for Send Cut Send, Inc. and discuss engineering options and funding for the Millersburg Road Sanitary Sewer Project. The meeting also includes presentations on cannabis legislation and asphalt paving at Main and High Streets.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-9 regarding B2 and I Zone text amendments
• Economic incentive discussion for Send Cut Send, Inc.
• Engineering options and funding for the Millersburg Road Sanitary Sewer Project
• Presentation on Main and High Street asphalt paving
• Renewal of lease agreement with DirectCare Family Health

The City Commission approved an economic incentive for Send Cut Send and authorized the purchase of a used backyard machine for the electricity department. The board also approved several personnel hires, street closures for community events, and funding requests for sewer and water projects.

• Approved economic incentive for Send Cut Send (4-0)
• Authorized electricity department to negotiate purchase of used backyard machine (4-0)
• Approved option 3B for Millersburg Road Sewer and Pump Station Project, subject to funding (4-0)
• Approved letter of intent for Kentucky Infrastructure Authority funding (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Deanna Alford to Wastewater Pre-Treatment Laboratory Technician
• Approved hire of John Oliver as Firefighter/Paramedic
• Approved lease agreement with DirectCare Family Health
• Approved street closures for Fridays on Main and eternal flame lighting

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a workshop meeting to discuss a utility rate study and recognize Public Service Week. The agenda contains limited items for discussion.

• Utility Rate Study

The Paris City Commission met in a workshop session on May 7, 2024, with Mayor John Plummer absent. City Manager Jamie Miller recognized May 5-11, 2024 as Public Service Recognition week. Zak Wright and Nick Coomer of NewGen Strategies and Solutions presented a combined utility financial review covering the City of Paris Financial Review and Rate Plan, proposed rates for the next three consecutive years, and a rate impact analysis. No decisions were made; a formal request will be presented at a future regular meeting. The only vote was to adjourn at 10:36 a.m.

• No decisions made on utility rates; presentation only, formal request to come at a future regular meeting
• Recognized May 5-11, 2024 as Public Service Recognition week
• Adjourned work session at 10:36 a.m. (unanimous)

City Commission

The Commission will review an amendment to the Utility Generalist compensation scale and a reallocation of funds for the Millersburg Rd. Sanitary Sewer Project. Other items include tap fee waivers, weather guidelines, and a discussion on the City Manager evaluation process.

• Ordinance 2024-8: Amendment to Utility Generalist compensation scale
• Millersburg Rd. Sanitary Sewer Project: Cleaner Water Fund reallocation
• Municipal Order 2024-22: Tap fee waiver request
• Municipal Order 2024-23: KYMEA member owned resource contract amendment
• City Manager FY'25 budget message and evaluation process discussion

The Paris City Commission unanimously approved Ordinance 2024-8 to create a 'Utility Generalist' job position. They also passed several municipal orders regarding sewer fees, energy contracts, and weather guidelines, and approved financial reports showing a general fund surplus. The commission agreed to explore creating an Entertainment District and noted upcoming decisions on cannabis regulations.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-8 creating 'Utility Generalist' position (5-0)
• Approved payment of invoices: $196,848.01 General Fund, $150,069.04 Utility Fund (5-0)
• Approved reallocation of funding for Electric department back yard machine (5-0)
• Approved reallocation request for Millersburg Road Sanitary Sewer Extension (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-22 for partial sewer tap fee waiver (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-23 amending KYMEA resource contract (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-24 Inclement Weather Administrative Guideline (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-25 personnel orders and appointment ratification (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several second readings for ordinances regarding a code supplement, compensation scale adjustments, and a budget amendment. The agenda also includes municipal orders for new firefighter/EMT hires and a discussion on the NLC Service Line Warranty Program.

• Ordinance 2024-5: Supplement to the Code of Ordinances
• Ordinance 2024-6: Police Cadet compensation scale amendment
• Ordinance 2024-7: Budget amendment
• Ordinance 2024-8: Utility Generalist compensation scale amendment
• Municipal Order 2024-17 and 2024-18: New full-time Firefighter/EMT hires

The Paris City Commission approved three ordinances concerning code supplements, police cadet compensation, and budget amendments, while also approving multiple new hires and invoice payments. Commissioners discussed municipal solid waste center documents, a warranty program, and received administrative reports.

• Approved March 26, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-5 Code of Ordinances Supplement (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-6 Police Cadet Compensation Scale (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-7 Budget Amendment for July 1, 2023 thru June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved General Fund invoices of $221,144.30 and Utility Fund invoices of $160,887.25 (5-0)
• Approved full-time hire of Forrest Vaughn as Firefighter/EMT under Municipal Order 2024-17 (5-0)
• Approved full-time hire of Jarrod Carter as Firefighter/EMT under Municipal Order 2024-18 (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-20 to double staff EMS Major and promote Jason Taylor (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several second-reading ordinances regarding parking violations and alcoholic beverage control. The agenda also includes a contract for license plate readers and discussions on police fleet purchases.

• Ordinance 2024-3: Parking Violations and Fines
• Ordinance 2024-4: Revisions to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Ordinance
• Ordinance 2024-6: Amendment to the Compensation Scale for Police Cadet
• Ordinance 2024-7: Budget Amendment
• Municipal Order 2024-16: License Plate Readers Contract

The City Commission passed ordinances regarding city parking and Alcoholic Beverage Control. The board also authorized the purchase of police fleet vehicles and the installation of Flock license plate reader cameras.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-3 regarding city parking (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-4 regarding Alcoholic Beverage Control (5-0)
• Approved $238,738.76 in General Fund and $158,299.09 in Utility Fund invoices (5-0)
• Approved street closures and police assistance for 'Friday's on Main' (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-16 for License Plate Reader Flock Cameras contract (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 additional payment to Littrell Brothers Tree Service (5-0)
• Rejected police vehicle bids and authorized direct negotiations with Bachman Commercial for two vehicles (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Brandon Lizer to Fire/EMT Lieutenant (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider first readings for ordinances regarding parking violations and alcoholic beverage control. The meeting also includes a budget discussion on capital and personnel matters.

• First Reading: Ordinance 2024-3; Parking Violations and Fines
• First Reading: Ordinance 2024-4; Revisions to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Ordinance
• Municipal Order 2024-12; Amendment to USIC Contract
• Municipal Order 2024-13; Utility Partnership Agreement with Kentucky League of Cities
• Award Bid: Fire Department Vehicle

The City Commission approved several equipment purchases, including a new SUV and 17 transformers. The board also authorized payments for the General and Utility Funds and approved two municipal orders for service agreements.

• Approved General Fund invoices for $110,298.97 (unanimous)
• Approved Utility Fund invoices for $152,020.23 (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-12 for USIC Locating Services, LLC Amendment No. 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-13 for Kentucky League of Cities Utility Partnership Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $54,292.00 bid from Bachmann Chevrolet for an SUV (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 17 transformers from MS-TN Transformers, Inc. for approximately $37,000.60 plus shipping (unanimous)
• Approved February 27, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The Commission will review a second reading of an ordinance regarding project financing through the Kentucky Bond Corporation. The meeting also includes discussions on solid waste convenience center fees and the award of a related bid.

• Ordinance 2024-1: Financing of a Project through Kentucky Bond Corporation
• Ordinance 2024-2: Solid Waste Convenience Center Fees
• Municipal Order 2024-11: Award of Solid Waste and Recycling Convenience Center Bid
• RFH PLLC Audit Presentation for FY'23
• Westside Neighborhood Block Party street closure request

The Paris City Commission approved the FY'23 financial audit and two ordinances: one authorizing a lease-financing agreement and one setting rates and charges for the solid waste convenience center. It also approved a bid award to W Principle for construction of the Solid Waste and Recycling Convenience Center, participation in a state road aid emergency program, and routine financial items. All recorded votes were unanimous; no substantive items were denied or tabled.

• Approved FY'23 Financial Audit as presented (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-1 authorizing a lease-financing agreement and related documents (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-2 on rates and charges for disposal at the solid waste convenience center (5-0)
• Approved updated employment contract templates for Police and Fire Departments (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-9 engagement agreement with eBridge Business Solutions for reverse chemical bid (unanimous)
• Approved payment of General Fund invoices $85,242.89 and Utility Fund invoices $159,421.51 (unanimous)
• Approved closure of 400 block of Williams St. for May 4, 2024 Community Block Party with Police assistance (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-10 participation in KY Transportation Cabinet Municipal Road Aid Cooperative Emergency Program (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will consider two ordinances regarding project financing and solid waste fees. The meeting also includes discussions on utility fund financials and several grant applications.

• Ordinance 2024-1: Financing of a Project through Kentucky Bond Corporation
• Ordinance 2024-2: Solid Waste Convenience Center Fees
• Resolution 2024-3: SWIFR Grant Application
• Resolution 2024-4: KIA Fund B/C
• Resolution 2024-6: AFG (Assistance to Firefighters Grant) Application

The Paris City Commission held first readings of two ordinances: one approving a lease agreement to finance a project, and one on rates and charges at the solid waste convenience center. It approved a consent agenda covering event street closures, a storage-space lease, heavy-trash and brush pickup, two hires, and payments including $361,442.76 from the General Fund and $172,505.97 from the Utility Fund. The commission also approved Municipal Order 2024-8 (lease renewal with the Commonwealth of Kentucky) and Resolutions 2024-3 through 2024-6, including a letter of intent for Kentucky Infrastructure Authority funding and a Firefighters grant application. All recorded votes were unanimous; the minutes do not state the dollar amounts or specific purposes of the lease financing or the solid waste rate changes.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-1 on a lease agreement to finance a project (no vote recorded)
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-2 on solid waste convenience center rates and charges (no vote recorded)
• Approved Artwalk street closure April 19, 2024, 8th to 2nd Street, 3-10 p.m., with police assistance (unanimous)
• Approved Tour de Paris 5K street closures April 20, 2024, with police assistance (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-7, storage-space lease with Fairway Farms LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Rumpke curbside heavy-trash pickup March 28 and city brush pickup March 25-29 (unanimous)
• Approved hires of Eric Puckett (Field Operations Trainee, O2-12) and Itia Bear (Police Cadet, P4-1) (unanimous)
• Approved payments: General Fund $361,442.76; Utility Fund $172,505.97; Local Government Corporation $49,012.64; Layne Christensen $9,216.00; US-460 Change Order #1 $188,800 plus ~$3,000 waterline repairs (unanimous)

City Commission

The Paris City Commission is meeting to consider library support and changes to water tap fees. The agenda also includes a presentation on an overlay district and contract recommendations.

• Resolution 2024-2 regarding Paris-Bourbon County Library Support
• Municipal Order 2024-6 concerning water tap fees
• Presentation of Overlay District
• Contract recommendation for infrared testing of the electric system
• Appointment to the Paris Pike Corridor (Municipal Order 2024-5)

The Commission approved several service contracts, including electric system testing and a networking contract reassignment. It also passed a resolution regarding freedom of speech at the public library and updated water tap fees. Financial reports for November and December were approved.

• Approved Municipal Order 2024-5 appointing Melissa Jurgensen to Paris Pike Corridor Commission (unanimous)
• Approved General Fund invoices of $208,698.55 and Utility Fund invoices of $138,186.57 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-2 concerning freedom of speech at Paris-Bourbon County Public Library (unanimous)
• Approved five-year electric system infrared testing contract with Qualus Services, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved QX Networking & Design Inc. contract reassignment (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-6 regarding water tap fees (unanimous)
• Approved November General Fund financial reports (unanimous)
• Approved December General Fund financial reports (unanimous)

City Commission

The commission will consider municipal orders regarding housing authority fees and the Lexington Rd. sewer lift station repair project. The agenda also includes discussions on police employment contracts, fleet financing, and several personnel recommendations.

• Lexington Rd. Sewer Lift Station Repair Project
• Housing Authority Fees updates
• Police fleet financing resolution
• Police employment contract revisions
• Request for RFP: Replacement Fire Engine

The City Commission approved financing for police fleet replacement with Traditional Bank and created a project for Lexington road sewer lift station repairs. The board also approved several new hires for the police and fire departments and authorized payments totaling over $873,000.

• Approved $529,538.84 for General Fund and $343,814.41 for Utility Fund invoices (Unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-3 creating the Lexington road sewer lift station repair project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-01 to finance Police Fleet Replacement with Traditional Bank (4-0)
• Approved Municipal Order 2024-2 to temporarily waive meter fees for Housing Authority of Paris (4-0)
• Approved publishing an RFP for a replacement Fire Engine (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Micah Carrel to Bourbon County Joint Planning & Zoning Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Brandon Green (Firefighter/EMT), Nicholas Mitchell (Field Operations Trainee), William Mulder (Police Cadet), Christopher Hall (Police Officer), and Christopher Harris (Police Officer) (Unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for financing previously approved on September 26, 2023 (Unanimous)