Presentation about Proposed Changes to Solid Waste Operations
Director of Public Works Chris Yarber presented to the Paducah Board of Commissioners proposed changes to solid waste operations to expand city services and increase operational efficiencies. Below is a summary of several of the PROPOSED changes.
- Curbside recycling will be collected on the same day as household garbage.
- Curbside recycling will be every other week with a calendar created to show the recycling weeks. Currently, the program is twice per month on Mondays with no collection on the fifth Monday for months with five Mondays.
- Brush will be picked up weekly for residents with no need to call in or send a request through an app for collection. There will not be a designated collection day.
- Brush will be collected at no additional charge if the collection pile meets specific size standards. There will be a proposed fee of $150 if the brush pile exceeds the size standards.
- Residential brush that meets specific size standards will be collected if placed by a contractor.
The goal is for these proposed changes, once finalized and approved, to be effective September 1. In July and August, the ordinances and municipal orders will be updated, a communication plan created, and all operational preparations will be finalized. Additional operational changes will be presented in the future including a proposed expansion of the bulk item collection service.
Contract Renewal and Expansion for Flock Safety License Plate Readers
The Paducah Board of Commissioners approved a Municipal Order for a contract renewal and expansion with Flock Safety for license plate reader (LPR) systems, a technology that enhances public safety and facilitates more efficient policing. The Paducah Police Department currently uses 21 LPR Systems. With this contract expansion, the Department is expanding the program to add 11 more systems.
LPR systems are automated cameras and software on utility poles that scan and capture images of license plates. Most of the camera systems are strategically located along major thoroughfares with a high volume of traffic. These cameras alert officers to vehicles involved in criminal activity when they enter the city. The LPR systems help officers solve and prevent crimes, recover stolen vehicles, and locate wanted persons.
Financial Support for the Construction of a Spec Building
The Paducah Board of Commissioners approved a Municipal Order formalizing its intent to provide grant match funding for the construction of a speculative building with the City contributing up to $6 million. This investment aims to enhance economic development opportunities in Paducah by attracting new businesses and job growth. At the June 10 meeting of the Paducah Board of Commissioners, Greater Paducah Economic Development President/CEO Bruce Wilcox announced that the local community has been successful in receiving a competitive $2 million grant, the maximum eligible award, through the Kentucky Product Development Initiative (KPDI) toward the construction of a 100,000-square-foot speculative building in Industrial Park West in Paducah. Upon the sale of the spec building, it is anticipated that the City will be reimbursed for its investment.
Additional Meeting Information
- Reappointment of Kimberly Yates and Irhonda Lovelace to the Paducah Human Rights Commission.
- Municipal Order approved for Modification No. 3 to the professional services contract with HDR, Inc. for the Paducah Riverfront Infrastructure Improvement Project (BUILD grant).
- Municipal Order approved for a contract with Rightway Janitorial Services for services in parks and public restroom facilities.
- Municipal Order approved authorizing an agreement with Paxton Park Golf Board for a $100,000 operational subsidy for fiscal year 2026.
- Municipal Order approved authorizing the City Manager to release a request for proposals for repairs to the sewer line at the transient boat dock.
- Municipal Order approved accepting the proposed premiums from the Kentucky League of Cities for workers’ compensation, liability insurance, and property insurance coverage.
- Municipal Order approved authorizing the AXON contract for the Fire Department for body-worn and in-vehicle cameras.
- Municipal Order approved authorizing a contract with Minter Roofing Co. for the replacement of the roof and gutters at the Public Works building on North 10th Street.
- Municipal Order approved authorizing the purchase of rollout containers, lids, and replacement parts from Toter, Inc.
- Municipal Order approved for the final determination related to the employee concern by fire department employee, Matthew Meiser.
- Ordinance introduced for the consensual annexation of approximately 2.57 acres of property located at 1541 Olivet Church Road and 6615 Blandville Road.
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