Boone County public meetings in 2023

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved the 2024 Sheriff's Office budget and a 2023 budget amendment for payroll costs. The court also authorized several Public Works vehicle purchases and a road agreement for Big Bone Church Road. A zoning map amendment for a McDonald's restaurant received its first reading.

• Approved $798,588 budget amendment for Sheriff's Office 2023 payroll (3-0)
• Approved $29,781,963 Sheriff's Office budget for 2024 (3-0)
• First reading held for zoning amendment to C-4 for McDonald's at Mt. Zion Road
• Approved appointment of Andrew McNabb as Administrative Services Supervisor (3-0)
• Approved $44,350 purchase of 2023 Grand Cherokee for Public Works (3-0)
• Approved purchase of two 1-ton pickups ($52,455 each) and one snowplow upfit ($12,000) (3-0)
• Approved three snowplow truck upfits from Stringfellow, Inc. at $94,830 each (3-0)
• Approved Rural Secondary Program Agreement for Big Bone Church Road project (3-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved a resolution to vacate a public alley right-of-way in Hebron and a zoning map amendment for a property on Limaburg Road. Several personnel appointments were confirmed, and a first reading was held for a proposed WaWa convenience store.

• Approved vacation of public alley right-of-way between 6444 and 6456 Taylorsport Drive (4-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment from Rural Suburban (RS) to Industrial One (I-1) for 5460-5468 Limaburg Road (4-0)
• Approved promotion of Stephen McDaniel to Animal Control Sergeant (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Colton Shinkle as Laborer for Public Works (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Ryan Lange as Residential Building Inspector (4-0)
• Approved minutes from October 24, 2023, meeting (4-0)
• Held first reading for zoning amendment for WaWa at Dixie Highway and Mt. Zion Road
• Held public hearing for Listen to AMY LLC zoning request; first reading scheduled for next meeting

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved an ordinance adding short-term rentals as a conditional use in three Graves Road districts. The court also approved several personnel appointments and a public hearing for a towing business zoning request.

• Approved ordinance adding short-term rentals as conditional use in Graves Road Residential, Commercial, and Business Park districts (4-0)
• Approved promotion of Alvin Poweleit to Assistant Golf Course Superintendent (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Ken Points as Solid Waste Services Specialist (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Bill Lipscomb to a snow seasonal position (4-0)
• Approved term correction for Robert Schwenke on the Planning Commission (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Cristy Terlau to Point Pleasant Fire Protection District Board of Trustees (4-0)
• Approved public hearing for Listen to Amy LLC zoning request (3-1)
• Approved First Reading for CPRE TP Boone Limaburg LLC and Maronda Homes zoning amendments

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court held a first reading of an ordinance to add short-term rentals as a conditional use in Graves Road residential, commercial, and business park districts. The court also approved several personnel appointments, a snow removal contract with the state, and budget transfers.

• First reading of ordinance to add short-term rentals to Graves Road zoning districts (3-0)
• Approved KYTC contract for snow and ice operations on 53 miles of state highways (3-0)
• Approved $16,064 change order for Boone Woods Park playground swing sets (3-0)
• Rejected bid BCFY24-14 for landing craft engine replacement due to budget overage (3-0)
• Approved appointment of viewing committee for Taylorsport alley right-of-way vacation (3-0)
• Authorized budget transfers of $660,582.40 and $65,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions for Alanna Elwood, Ambre Rankin, Darren Kerfoot, and Steven D. Schuster (3-0)
• Declared Public Works vehicles and equipment as surplus (3-0)

Special Caucus Meeting

The Fiscal Court held a special caucus meeting for policy discussion and public comment. No final actions were taken during the meeting, as is standard for caucus sessions.

• Requested County Attorney prepare a recommendation for zoning public hearing procedures to be presented at a business meeting
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved a bid for the Porter Road widening project and a zoning amendment for a 6.46-acre area on Petersburg Road. Other actions included appointing a dispatcher and a building inspector appeals board alternate, and awarding a rock salt contract.

• Approved zoning map amendment from C-2 to I-1 and a setback variance for 1020 Petersburg Road (4-0)
• Awarded Porter Road widening project bid to Riegler Blacktop (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Angel Hammock as dispatcher for Public Safety Communication Center (4-0)
• Awarded FY 2023-2024 rock salt supply to Cargill Inc. (primary) and Compass Minerals (secondary) (4-0)
• Approved CMAQ grant agreement with KYTC for Southpark Drive project design phase (4-0)
• Renewed agreement with Welcome House of Northern Kentucky for 2023-2024 winter sheltering (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Joel Rose as alternate to Boone County Building Inspector Appeals Board (4-0)
• Rejected responses to truck bids BCFY24-03, BCFY24-04, and BCFY24-05 (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved two zoning ordinances, including a map amendment for surface mining at 3989 Belleview Road. The board also awarded bids for playground and dog park improvements at England Idlewild Park and approved several personnel appointments.

• Approved change of concept development plan for 5765 Constitution Drive (4-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment from Rural Suburban to Industrial Three Surface Mining at 3989 Belleview Road (4-0)
• Denied motion to schedule a public hearing regarding a separate zoning matter (1-3)
• Approved appointment of Stephen Becker as part-time Safety Coordinator (4-0)
• Approved promotion of William Buerger to Solid Waste Services Supervisor (4-0)
• Approved bid for England Idlewild Park playground design services to DWA Recreation (4-0)
• Approved bid for England Idlewild Park dog park sidewalks and concrete pads to LK Concrete (4-0)
• Declared five self-contained breathing apparatus units as surplus (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved a reduction in real property and personal property tax rates for 2023. The board also authorized several personnel appointments and a supplemental allocation for a new Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney.

• Reduced real property tax rate from 9.8 to 9.6 cents/$100 (4-0)
• Reduced personal property tax rate from 12.6 to 10.10 cents/$100 (4-0)
• Approved supplemental allocation for a new full-time Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney (4-0)
• Approved appointment of John Shelton as Food and Beverage Supervisor for county golf courses (4-0)
• Approved appointments of Brooklyn Westerman and Ashley Schwanenberger as telecommunicators (4-0)
• Approved appointment of a new seasonal Arboretum Intern (4-0)
• Approved bid for recycling roll-off containers and bins to Pro-Trainer (4-0)
• Declared InMotion onboard mobile gateways and Public Works vehicles as surplus (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved a new ordinance establishing boundary lines for county commissioner districts to balance population growth. The court also approved several personnel appointments, department reorganizations, and infrastructure contracts.

• Approved ordinance updating County Commissioner District boundaries (4-0)
• Approved reorganization of Human Services to Community Services and Programs Department (4-0)
• Approved $138,259 grant application for Sheriff's Department tasers and equipment (4-0)
• Awarded water main construction bid for Woolper Road and Snyder Lane to Howell Contractors, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved purchase of four 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs for Sheriff's Department (4-0)
• Awarded tracked skid steer loader bids to Wright Implement and Southeastern Equipment (4-0)
• Approved $140,541.73 in budget transfers for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (4-0)
• Appointed seven new employees across Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, and Animal Care (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved multiple bids for public works equipment and sidewalk projects, including the Frogtown Connector and Dublin Drive. Several personnel appointments were confirmed, and a first reading of an ordinance to redefine commissioner district boundaries was held.

• Approved transfer of deeds from Public Properties Corporation to Fiscal Court (4-0)
• Appointed Matthew Dowling as Deputy County Administrator (4-0)
• Approved $400,000 grant agreement for Frogtown Connector Road sidewalk project (4-0)
• Approved acquisition of 18 easements for Dublin Drive sidewalk project (4-0)
• Awarded drum woodchipper bid to Southeastern Equipment Company, Inc. (4-0)
• Awarded 2.5 ton dump truck bid to Fyda Freightliner (4-0)
• Approved soil nail wall repair bid from GSI for four roads (4-0)
• Authorized budget transfers totaling $128,752.00 via Fiscal Court Orders #2 and #3 (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved a zoning map amendment for a 2.37-acre parcel and updated regulations for sexually oriented businesses. The board also authorized several personnel appointments and approved equipment and software purchases for the Public Works Department.

• Approved zoning change from Office Two (O-2) to Suburban Residential Two (SR-2) at 6125 First Financial Drive (4-0)
• Approved ordinance repealing and replacing licensing requirements for sexually oriented businesses (4-0)
• Approved $62,000 initial and $32,000 annual cost for Lucity software upgrade (4-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2023 Chevrolet pickups and one 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee (4-0)
• Authorized $3,164,344.50 in budget transfers within the FY 2023-2024 Budget (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Thomas Logan as Public Works Director (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Jason Geiman as Captain for Water Rescue Department (4-0)
• Approved annual agreement renewal with OKI for FY 2023-2024 (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved the final Invoice Report and Golf Invoice Report for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The court also authorized budget transfers totaling $10,000 within the adopted budget.

• Approved Invoice Report and Golf Invoice Report dated June 30 and June 29, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved Fiscal Court Order #31 authorizing $10,000 in budget transfers for FY 2022-2023 (3-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved the annual budget and appropriations for fiscal year 2023-2024. The court also approved updated employee pay bands, including a 7% cost-of-living increase for most full-time staff. Several personnel appointments and a zoning map amendment were also passed.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 annual budget and appropriations (4-0)
• Approved updated pay bands and 7% cost-of-living increase for most full-time employees (4-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment to Conservation/Planned Development for 9.2 acres at 5656 and 5700 Burlington Pike (4-0)
• Approved re-appointment of Robert Notton as County Treasurer/Finance Director (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Austin Rowland and Justin Sharp as dispatchers (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Taylor Estes as Animal Services Dispatcher (4-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 golf course budget (4-0)
• Approved annual standing order to pre-approve recurring expenses for FY 2023-2024 (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Boone County Fiscal Court approved over $2.2 million in funding for 70 programs across 37 organizations. The board also authorized several personnel appointments, approved various vendor bids for FY2024, and supported a $3.66 million grant application for CVG Airport.

• Approved $2,207,000 for intellectual disability, aging, and mental health programs (4-0)
• Approved restructure of Building Inspection Department job descriptions (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Marissa Hurst as Horticulture Technician (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Timothy Zimmerman as Animal Control Officer (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Natasha Gott as Dispatcher (4-0)
• Approved grant application for up to $175,168.95 for election equipment (4-0)
• Approved $3.66 million grant application for CVG Airport project (4-0)
• Awarded FY2024 guardrail bid to George B Stone (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court held a public hearing on the proposed FY2024 County Budget. A motion to amend the Jail Budget to proposal #2 of $3,693,628 was defeated. The first reading of the FY2023 annual budget and appropriations ordinance was read into the record.

• Motion to amend Jail Budget to proposal #2 of $3,693,628 failed (1-3)
• First reading of FY2023 annual budget and appropriations ordinance read into record
• Adjournment approved (4-0)

Special Budget Meeting

The Fiscal Court held a budget workshop to review proposed FY2024 expenditures. No final actions were taken, as the meeting served as a workshop to establish budget placeholders for parks and conservation projects.

• Agreed to put Parks Department maintenance and operation facility plan in budget as a placeholder
• Added $15,000 placeholder in budget for Boone Conservancy capital campaign
• Increased Boone Conservancy annual operations appropriation to $60,000
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved four zoning map amendments and concept plan changes. The board also appointed several seasonal employees and restructured the County Engineer position into Assistant County Administrator/County Engineer.

• Approved rezoning of 4.8 acres at Oakbrook Road and Burlington Pike to Commercial One (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.44 acres on Boone Aire Road to Urban Residential One (4-0)
• Approved concept plan change for 43 acres at 159 Walton Nicholson Road (4-0)
• Approved ordinance regarding golf cart use in Links Subdivision (4-0)
• Appointed Rob Franxman as Assistant County Administrator/County Engineer (4-0)
• Approved seasonal appointments for Solid Waste, Building Department, Public Works, and Golf Courses (4-0)
• Approved seasonal staff and rate changes for Parks Department (4-0)
• Approved minutes from May 9 and May 11, 2023 meetings (4-0)

Budget Workshop Meeting

The Fiscal Court held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY2024 operating funds. No final actions were taken during this meeting. The first reading of the budget with public comments is scheduled for May 30, 2023.

• No final action taken on FY2024 Budget
• Requested amendments from Conservation District regarding budget increase request
• Requested additional information on proposed jail budget pay increases
• Requested narratives for departments with expenditure increases of 10% or more over last year

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved several personnel appointments, including a new County Administrator effective August 1, 2023. The board also awarded a $448,109 health insurance stop loss contract and approved a lease with Boone County Knothole. Three ordinances regarding zoning and golf cart use received first readings and are pending further action.

• Appointed Matthew Webster as County Administrator effective August 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Awarded $448,109 stop loss health insurance bid to Skyward (4-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Boone County Knothole for Rivershore Sports Park (4-0)
• Appointed Scott Hoppius as Seasonal Building Inspector (4-0)
• Approved seasonal hires for golf courses and parks department (4-0)
• Appointed Timola Hall to Petersburg Fire Protection District Board of Trustees (4-0)
• Appointed Chuck Session to Boone-Florence Water Commission (4-0)
• Declared old jail mobile devices and property maintenance power equipment as surplus (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved a zoning text amendment to allow short-term rental units in Graves Road zoning districts. The board also awarded a mowing contract to Szabo Project Services, Inc. and authorized several budget transfers and seasonal hires.

• Approved zoning text amendment for short-term rentals in Graves Road districts (4-0)
• Awarded mowing contract for five properties to Szabo Project Services, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $148,011 budget transfer via Fiscal Court Order #22 (4-0)
• Approved $25,000 budget transfer via Fiscal Court Order #21 (4-0)
• Approved application for state reimbursement for non-public school student transportation (4-0)
• Declared old computer equipment from Information Services Department as surplus for auction (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Andy Reser to Urban Forestry Commission (4-0)
• Voted to finalize lease agreement for Rivershore Sports Complex (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved the FY2023-24 KYTC Rural Secondary Program and a design contract for a 5-mile multi-use path. The board also approved several personnel appointments and a zoning amendment for a 1.2-acre area on Ryle Road. One zoning request for a 4.8-acre area was tabled for further consultation with the applicant.

• Approved FY2023-24 KYTC Rural Secondary Program and $122,591 in flex funding (3-0)
• Awarded Phase 1 design services for Conner Road to Mineola Pike multi-use path to Prime AE Group (3-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment from Rural Suburban Estates to Recreation for 1.2 acres on Ryle Road (3-0)
• Tabled zoning map amendment for 4.8 acres at Oakbrook Road and Burlington Pike (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Everett Hatmaker as Public Works laborer (3-0)
• Approved seasonal hires for county golf courses and parks department (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Susan Poston to the Board of Adjustment (3-0)
• Authorized budget transfers of $409,900 and $80,000 within FY 2022-2023 budget (3-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved the installation of pickleball courts at Union Park and a handicap accessible playground at Boone Woods. The board also approved several personnel appointments, a national opioid litigation settlement, and budget transfers.

• Approved pickleball courts at Union Park and handicap accessible playground at Boone Woods (4-0)
• Approved $243,440.00 in budget transfers via Fiscal Court Order #19 (4-0)
• Approved settlement participation agreement for National Opioid Litigation (4-0)
• Approved renaming of remnant sections of Graves Road (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Marcus Rider as Property Maintenance Technician (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Satoshia Meyer to NKADD Council on Aging (4-0)
• Approved appointment of James Parsons to Water District Board of Commissioners (4-0)
• Approved one-year extension for 911 fleet and fire equipment contract (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved a contract for sidewalk construction on Old North Bend Road and adopted a strategic plan summary document. The court also authorized several personnel appointments and a renewal for the mass alert and notification system.

• Approved $86,436.23 sidewalk contract for Old North Bend Road to Neyra Paving (4-0)
• Approved strategic plan summary document containing vision, goals, and objectives (4-0)
• Approved $16,613.26 renewal for CodeRed/Next mass alert and notification system (4-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of zoning map amendment request by Jake’s Farm Real Estate Development Company (4-0)
• Appointed Paul Stephenson as Chief Building Inspector (4-0)
• Appointed Troy Fryman to the Aviation Noise Abatement Committee (4-0)
• Approved seasonal hires for county golf courses and parks department (4-0)
• Authorized budget transfers totaling $141,643.05 (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved a $1.9M water line expansion for the Twin Lakes subdivision and adjusted sanitary sewer rates for 2024-2027. The board also authorized several personnel appointments and approved a new payroll and HR services contract. A resolution to rename sections of Graves Road was tabled.

• Approved sanitary sewer rate adjustments for FY 2024-2027 (4-0)
• Approved $1,927,729 water line expansion bid for Howell Contractors, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $159,250 payroll and HR services contract with Paylocity (4-0)
• Approved $55,000 courtroom video equipment upgrade for Justice AV Solutions (4-0)
• Approved zoning variance and concept plan change for 11061 Dixie Highway (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Pamela Lykins as Staff Accountant (4-0)
• Approved FY 2023 mid-year tax fund allocations for social service agencies (4-0)
• Tabled resolution to rename remnant sections of Graves Road (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved several personnel changes, a $65,000 contract for dog park fencing, and the establishment of an opioid settlement fund. Three ordinances regarding the budget, a development plan at 11061 Dixie Highway, and the traffic code received first readings.

• Approved termination of Richard Roberts, Building Inspector (3-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved appointment of Sheldon High as Fleet Services Mechanic (4-0)
• Approved appointment of seasonal new hires and returning seasonals for golf courses (4-0)
• Established Opioid Settlement Fund (4-0)
• Authorized execution of National Opioid Litigation settlement agreements (4-0)
• Approved one-year renewal of golf cart lease with Cunningham Golf Car Company, Inc. (4-0)
• Awarded $65,000 dog park fencing bid to Catlett Construction and Services, LLC (4-0)
• Authorized grant application for up to $255,000 for e-Poll books (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Fiscal Court approved the acquisition of 75 acres from CVG Airport for public recreation and agriculture, including a new dog park. The board also approved several service contracts, a zoning amendment at 352 Frogtown Road, and the issuance of revenue bonds for an airport MRO facility.

• Approved $300,000 purchase of 75-acre parcel from CVG Airport for England Idlewild Park (4-0)
• Approved issuance of Public Finance Authority Air Cargo Obligated Group Revenue Bonds (4-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment and buffer yard variances for 352 Frogtown Road (4-0)
• Approved $438,190 annualized grass cutting bids for Public Works and Parks (4-0)
• Approved $75,092 annual bid for port-a-lets to Pro Kleen Industrial Services, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $79,800 contract modification for KY20 / Aviation Boulevard intersection project (4-0)
• Approved transfer of 2007 Case 590 backhoe to Boone County Fair Board for $1,200 (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Northern Kentucky Independent District Health Department for housing inspections (4-0)

Special Meeting

The Fiscal Court met to discuss visioning and goal-setting for the new four-year term. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

Regular Meeting

The Boone County Fiscal Court approved a contract for the Lassing Pointe Bunker Renovation Phase 2 and the purchase of 16 police SUVs. The court also adopted an ordinance updating motor vehicle license fees and confirmed several board appointments.

• Approved $472,747.50 bid to Green Tee Golf for Lassing Pointe Bunker Renovation Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 16 Chevrolet 2023 Police Tahoe SUVs at $45,617 each (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending motor vehicle license fees to include all rental companies (4-0)
• Approved $1,629,000.00 in budget transfers within the FY 2022-2023 Budget (4-0)
• Approved job description and title adjustment for Cayla Brakers to Boone’s Landing Park Land Manager (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Jesse Brewer to the Boone Conservancy Board (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved re-appointment of Rob Franxman as County Road Engineer (4-0)
• Approved re-appointments to the Tax Advisory Board (Suk-Hee Kim) and Historic Preservation Review Board (Shane Noem, Mary Patricia Fox, Bridget Striker) (4-0)