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Discussion of McCracken County Sports Complex and 911 Radio and Tower Project
Mayor George Bray provided an overview of a meeting held Monday between City and County representatives to discuss partnerships for the 911 Radio and Tower Project and the McCracken County Outdoor Sports Complex. Mayor Bray says he is encouraged that there is a path forward between the City and County to address both projects for the community. The City and County are working on determining a funding mechanism to address the 911 public safety needs. Mayor Bray also said both government entities are reviewing funding partnerships for the sports complex using City and County funds, transient room tax, and the issuing of a bond. Each Commissioner voiced their support of the projects and look forward to seeing the emerging partnership details.
Discussion of Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
Mayor Bray asked if any Commissioner had a budget topic to discuss. The budget is set to be introduced at the first meeting in June and adopted later in the month. The City’s fiscal year begins July 1.
Amending Code of Ordinances Section 70-5
The Paducah Board of Commissioners introduced an amendment to Section 70-5 of the Paducah Code of Ordinances specific to dogs on leashes in City parks. The amendment brings the code up-to-date to allow for unleashed dogs in City parks which have been designated as dog parks.
Grant Applications
- Approval to accept the 2020 Department of Justice Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant in the amount of $5,506.90.
- Approval to apply for the 2021 Department of Justice Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant requesting $8098.38.
- Approval to apply for the 2021 PetSafe Bark for Your Park Grant. The City is requesting $25,000 which would be used to install a water meter and line, fountain, and other improvements to convert a section of Independence Park into a dog park.
Additional Meeting Information
- Two recently hired employees were introduced to the Board: Planning Director Nic Hutchison and Cemetery Sexton Tyler McCuan.
- Boards and Commissions:
- Kiesha Curry appointed to the Paducah Area Transit Authority Board.
- Angela Copeland appointed to the Commissioners of Water Works.
- Appointment of Amanda Johnson and reappointment of Heather Coltharp and Christopher Jones to the Historical & Architectural Review Commission (HARC).
- Municipal order approved for a contract between the City and Paducah Junior College with the City providing $125,000 for the Community Scholarship program for the current fiscal year.
- Municipal order approved for the purchase of handheld and mobile radios for the Police Department. Nearly 84% of the purchase cost is covered by a Kentucky Office of Homeland Security Grant. This purchase lowers the overall cost of the 911 radio system upgrade, one of the City Commission’s Priorities.
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