A Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the City of Newport, Kentucky, was held on Monday, June 18, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at the Board of Commissioners meeting room, 1st Floor of the Municipal Building, located at 998 Monmouth Street, Newport, Kentucky.
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance to the flag were held.
Roll call was taken as follows: Commissioner Jerry Peluso (absent), Commissioner Jan Knepshield (present), Commissioner Beth Fennell (present), Commissioner Ken Rechtin (present), Mayor Thomas L. Guidugli (present).
Also present at the meeting were: Mr. Philip G. Ciafardini, City Manager; Mr. Michael Schulkens, City Solicitor; Ms. Juanita Runyan, Deputy City Clerk. Representing the Police Department was Police Chief Thomas Fromme.
PERSONNEL ORDERS
At this time Mayor Guidugli requested that as each name is called, that that individual please come forward. Mayor Guidugli also indicated that pictures could be taken during the ceremony and that there would be time after the appointments for group photos.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-94 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING CLAYTON L. JAMES TO THE POSITION OF ENGINEER/FIRE MEDIC (ENGINEER/MEDIC) IN THE NEWPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Rechtin. Upon roll call, all yea.
Mr. James proceeded to the front of the room and was pinned by Larry B. Atwell, Fire Chief. The Board congratulated Mr. James.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-95 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING CHRISTOPHER C. McCARTHEY TO THE POSITION OF ENGINEER/E.M.T. IN THE NEWPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rechtin and seconded by Commissioner Knepshield. Upon roll call, all yea.
Mr. McCarthey proceeded to the front of the room and was pinned by Larry B. Atwell, Fire Chief. The Board congratulated Mr. McCarthey.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-96 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING JAMES L. SHARP TO THE POSITION OF ENGINEER/E.M.T. IN THE NEWPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Fennell. Upon roll call, all yea.
Mr. Sharp proceeded to the front of the room and was pinned by Larry B. Atwell, Fire Chief. The Board congratulated Mr. Sharp.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-97 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING GARY P. AUFFART TO THE POSITION OF ENGINEER/FIRE MEDIC (ENGINEER/MEDIC) IN THE NEWPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Fennell. Upon roll call, all yea.
Mr. Auffart proceeded to the front of the room and was pinned by Larry B. Atwell, Fire Chief. The Board congratulated Mr. Auffart.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-98 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING GREGORY J. WUESTEFELD TO THE POSITION OF ENGINEER/FIRE MEDIC (ENGINEER/MEDIC) IN THE NEWPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Fennell. Upon roll call, all yea.
Mr. Wuestefeld proceeded to the front of the room and was pinned by Larry B. Atwell, Fire Chief. The Board congratulated Mr. Wuestefeld.
At this time Mayor Guidugli administered the Oath of Office to the above five gentlemen. After the men had been sworn in, Mayor Guidugli and the Board of Commissioners and City staff congratulated these gentlemen and thanked them for the dedication to the City of Newport.
At this time Mayor Guidugli requested that as each individual's name was called, that they please come forward.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-99 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING RICHARD A. KLASERNER TO THE POSITION OF FIRE-FIGHTER GRADE 3 (FIREFIGHTER/E.M.T.) IN THE NEWPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Fennell. Upon roll call, all yea.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-100 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING DANIEL A. SCHNEIDER TO THE POSITION OF FIRE-FIGHTER GRADE 3 (FIREFIGHTER/E.M.T.) IN THE NEWPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Fennell and seconded by Commissioner Knepshield. Upon roll call, all yea.
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING SCOTT C. KOHRS TO THE POSITION OF FIREFIGHTER GRADE 3 (FIREFIGHTER/E.M.T.) IN THE NEWPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Fennell and seconded by Commissioner Knepshield. Upon roll call, all yea.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-102 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING CHARLES P. DIETZ TO THE POSITION OF FIREFIGHTER GRADE 3 (FIREFIGHTER/E.M.T.) IN THE NEWPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Fennell. Upon roll call, all yea.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-103 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING JOSEPH C. SPEIER TO THE POSITION OF FIREFIGHTER GRADE 3 (FIREFIGHTER/E.M.T.) IN THE NEWPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Fennell. Upon roll call, all yea.
At this time Mayor Guidugli administered the Oath of Office to the above five gentlemen. After the men had been sworn in, Mayor Guidugli and the Board of Commissioners and City staff welcomed these gentlemen and wished them much success with the City of Newport. Mayor Guidugli indicated that in his opinion, the City of Newport has the best Fire Department in this area.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-104 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING BRIDGET CASSIDY TO THE
POSITION OF HOUSING DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR,ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIVISION, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Fennell. Ms. Cassidy rose and was welcomed by the Mayor and Board of Commissioners.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-105 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING EMILY BUTLER TO THE POSITION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIVISION, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Rechtin. Prior to roll call, Economic Development Director Pat Wingo indicated Ms. Butler is in the process of moving to Newport and could not attend tonight's meeting. Roll call was taken, all yea. Commissioner Fennell indicated she is pleased the City has hired a Historic Preservation Officer and the Mayor and other Board members concurred with Commissioner Fennell's comments.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-106 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY, APPOINTING DARRYL STEPHENS TO THE POSITION OF FILTER OPERATOR III, FILTRATION PLANT, OF THE NEWPORT WATER WORKS DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Rechtin. Upon roll call, all yea. Mr. Stephens rose and was welcomed by the Mayor and Board of Commissioners.
At this time Mayor Guidugli indicated there would be a short recess so that pictures could be taken. After an approximate ten minute recess, Mayor Guidugli reconvened the meeting and roll call was taken. All members were present.
Mayor Guidugli instructed the Deputy Clerk to proceed with the prepared Agenda.
PRESENTATIONS/AWARDS & PROCLAMATIONS
Nothing scheduled for this evening.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Nothing scheduled for this meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA:
The Deputy City Clerk presented the Consent Agenda to the Mayor and Board of Commissioners which consisted of the Minutes of June 4, 2001. Commissioner Knepshield made a motion to accept the Minutes as presented. Commissioner Rechtin seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all yea.
PUBLIC FORUM:
Mayor Guidugli asked if there was anyone in the audience who had any comments for the Mayor and Board of Commissioners dealing with items that did not appear on the Agenda.
At this time Mayor Guidugli recognized Ms. Kilgore, a member of the audience. Ms. Kilgore indicated that she had received a letter from I.D.E.N.T. Coordinator Doug Roell indicating that she should contact Mr. Merkel of the Health Department regarding her concerns that her neighbor's septic tank is leaking onto her property. Ms. Kilgore did give the Mayor and Board of Commissioners permission to read the letter and presented the letter to them, however, the Deputy Clerk was not made available for the official record. Ms. Kilgore indicated that the gentleman who cuts her grass was also in attendance to state that he has been ill on several occasions as a result of cutting Ms. Kilgore's grass.
Police Chief Thomas Fromme addressed Ms. Kilgore and indicated that there must have been a miscommunication, that he had addressed this issue with Ms. Kilgore previously and that Ms. Kilgore had been asked to re-contact Chief Fromme if the issue was not resolved. There was discussion among the Mayor and Board of Commissioners concerning health issues, possible condemnation of the property or possibly turning off the water to the property. Ms. Kilgore indicated the owner of the property, per Mr. Merkel, had contacted a vendor to repair the septic tank, however, the vendor would not be free until August. Ms. Kilgore expressed her concerns of using her back yard this summer with the broken septic tank leaking onto her property. Chief Fromme again indicated that there must have been a communication problem and that since Ms. Kilgore had not contacted him, that he had believed the problem had been resolved. He apologized to Ms. Kilgore for having to come to the meeting to discuss this issue and indicated again, that this issue would be resolved immediately. Chief Fromme thanked Ms. Kilgore for bringing this to his attention. Ms. Kilgore indicated there was also high grass and weeds on the neighbor's property.
There being no further comments, Mayor Guidugli instructed the Deputy Clerk to proceed with the prepared Agenda.
ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS:
Commissioners Ordinance No. 0-2001-10 was read for the second time entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY AMENDING SECTION 2.76.110 FIRE DEPARTMENT, OF CHAPTER 2.76 CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR EMPLOYEES; DELETING SECTION 2.80.010 SALARIES, OF ARTICLE 1. POLICE DEPARTMENT AND DELETING SECTION 2.80.250 SALARIES, OF ARTICLE 2. FIRE/EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE DEPART-MENT, OF CHAPTER 2.80 POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT SERVICE SYSTEM, OF THE NEWPORT MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Rechtin. Upon roll call, all yea.
Commissioners Ordinance No. 0-2001-11 was read entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY DELETING SECTIONS 8.28.010 DEFINITIONS, AND 8.28.020 NOISE PROHIBITION, OF CHAPTER 8.28 NOISE CONTROL, AND CREATING NEW SECTIONS 8.28.010 DEFINITION, AND 8.28.020 NOISE PROHIBITION, OF CHAPTER 8.28 NOISE CONTROL OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT MUNICIPAL CODE.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rechtin and seconded by Commissioner Knepshield. Upon roll call, all yea.
Commissioners Ordinance No. 0-2001-12 was read entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY CREATING SECTION 5.08.294 LIMITED SPECIAL OUTDOOR EVENTS, ARTICLE 2. LICENSES, OF CHAPTER 5.08 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OF THE NEWPORT MUNICIPAL CODE, ALLOWING THE CITY MANAGER, UPON APPLICATION TO THE CITY LICENSE INSPECTOR BY ANY VALID LIQUOR LICENSE HOLDER, AUTHORITY TO PERMIT THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES FOR ANY LIMITED SPECIAL OUTDOOR EVENT.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rechtin and seconded by Commissioner Fennell. Upon roll call, all yea.
An Ordinance was read for the second time entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY CREATING SECTION 5.08.292 OPERATION AFTER NORMAL HOURS, ARTICLE 2. LICENSES, OF CHAPTER 5.08 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OF THE NEWPORT MUNICIPAL CODE, ALLOWING THE CITY MANAGER, UPON APPLICATION TO THE CITY LICENSE INSPECTOR BY ANY VALID LIQUOR LICENSE HOLDER, AUTHORITY TO GRANT CONTINUING OPERATION AFTER NORMAL HOURS OF OPERATION.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rechtin. This particular piece of legislation failed for the lack of a second to Commissioner Rechtin's motion.
An Ordinance was read for the second time entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY AMENDING SECTION 5.08.420 H. 3. OF THE NEWPORT MUNICIPAL CODE, CONCERNING EXTENDED HOURS PERMITS ALLOWING THE CITY MANAGER, UPON APPLICATION TO THE CITY LICENSE INSPECTOR, AUTHORITY TO GRANT CONTINUING OPERATION AFTER NORMAL HOURS OF OPERATION.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rechtin. This particular piece of legislation failed for the lack of a second to Commissioner Rechtin's motion.
Commissioners Ordinance No. 0-2001-13 was read for the second time entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY AMENDING SECTION 5.08.420 J. 3 EXTENDED HOURS PERMIT, OF ARTICLE 2. LICENSES, OF CHAPTER 5.08 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OF THE NEWPORT MUNICIPAL CODE.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rechtin and seconded by Mayor Guidugli. City Solicitor Michael Schulkens gave a brief explanation of this particular piece of legislation indicating that an appeal, made as a result of a decision of the City License Inspector concerning extended hours permit, would go to the City Manager for his recommendation on the appeal. And that if the City Manager denied the appeal, the applicant holder would have the right to appeal to the Campbell Circuit Court. There being no further comments, roll call was taken, all yea.
Commissioners Ordinance No. 0-2001-14 was read for the second time entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY CREATING SECTION 5.08.425 SUSPENSION OF SALES, ARTICLE 2. LICENSES, OF CHAPTER 5.08 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OF THE NEWPORT MUNICIPAL CODE, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROHIBIT THE SALE OR DISPENSING OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES DURING A DECLARED EMERGENCY OR TIME OF CIVIL UNREST.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rechtin and seconded by Commissioner Knepshield. Upon roll call, all yea.
Commissioners Ordinance No. 0-2001-15 was read for the second time entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY REQUIRING PERMITS FOR OUTDOOR DEMONSTRATION.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Rechtin. Upon roll call, all yea.
Commissioners Ordinance No. 0-2001-16 was read for the second time entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY AWARDING AN EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE FOR THE COLLECTION OF SOLID WASTE IN THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEGINNING JULY 1, 2001 AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR THOMAS L. GUIDUGLI TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR REFUSE COLLECTION WITH RUMPKE OF KENTUCKY, INC.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rechtin and seconded by Commissioner Knepshield. Prior to Commissioner Fennell's vote, she indicated that it is her opinion that this contract punishes the already-responsible resident and also that the use of toters will not be convenient for all of the residents of the City.
Prior to Commissioner Rechtin's vote, he indicated that it is his belief that the use of toters is an opportunity to try to alleviate litter.
There being no further comments, roll call was taken, 3 yeas, 1 nay, Commissioner Fennell voting no.
Commissioners Ordinance No. 0-2001-17 was read for the second time entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A LEASE IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $400,000 FOR THE FINANCING OF A PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT AND SECURITY OF THE LEASE; CREATING A SINKING FUND; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF VARIOUS DOCUMENTS RELATED TO SUCH LEASE.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rechtin and seconded by Commissioner Knepshield. Upon roll call, all yea.
An Ordinance was read for the first time entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY CREATING SECTION 5.08.345 RENEWALS, ARTICLE 2. LICENSES, OF CHAPTER 5.08 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OF THE NEWPORT MUNICIPAL CODE, CONCERNING THE RENEWAL DATE FOR LICENSES TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND FEE CALCULATION FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD.
A motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Fennell. Prior to roll call, City Manager Ciafardini and City Solicitor Schulkens explained the intent of this piece of legislation creating renewal dates for licenses to sell alcoholic beverages in the City to coincide with the Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control's renewal dates. There being no further comments, roll call was taken, all yea.
Commissioners Order No. R-2001-107 was read entitled:
AN ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT, KENTUCKY AUTHORIZING MAYOR THOMAS L. GUIDUGLI TO ENTER INTO AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN CAMPBELL COUNTY AND THE CITY OF NEWPORT FOR DISASTER AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rechtin and seconded by Commissioner Knepshield. Upon roll call, all yea.
At this time the Deputy Clerk indicated there was no further legislation scheduled for this evening.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
At this time City Manager Ciafardini indicated that the Mayor and Board of Commissioners had previously requested that the proposed Historic Preservation Commission Ordinance amendment be forwarded to the Historic Preservation Commission for their review and recommendations, and that this had been accomplished. He further indicated he had received a letter from Mr. Dennis Middendorf, Head Representative of the East Row Historic Foundation, and that letter had previously been forwarded to the Mayor and Board of Commissioners. Mr. Middendorf's letter indicated the East Row Historic Foundation was in agreement with the expansion in number of members serving on the Historic Preservation Commission concurrently as local historic districts are established; however, the ERHF did not support the other proposed changes.
Ms. Pat Wingo, Economic Development Director, gave a brief overview of the ordinance and the changes proposed. Ms. Wingo indicated the Historic Preservation Commission preferred 7 members to 9, that the wording should not be changed from "demonstrated interest" to "expressed interest", and that they would like for the expansion to occur as new districts were added, and there should be equal representation from each district.
There was general discussion among the Mayor and Board of Commissioners, the City Manager and the City Solicitor concerning the proposed changes. Commissioner Rechtin questioned Ms. Wingo what, in her opinion, is the key to the Historic Preservation Commission. Did she believe it was judicial/enforcement or promotion and education of historic preservation. At this time Ms. Wingo read excerpts of the ordinance.
There was further discussion between Commissioner Rechtin and Commissioner Fennell concerning the authority and purpose of the Historic Preservation Commission.
Mayor Guidugli recognized Mr. Bob Yoder of 510 Monroe Street, Treasurer of the East Row Historic Foundation, and member of the Historic Preservation Commission. Mr. Yoder indicated the Preservation Commission would like the district to be expanded, and indicated there are presently three positions open on the Commission.
Mayor Guidugli recognized Ms. Margo Warminski of 340 East Second Street. Ms. Warminski indicated that in her opinion, the expanding of the districts was a bad idea and this would dilute the board.
Mayor Guidugli recognized Mr. Corey Siddall, 501 East 2nd Street. Mr. Siddall indicated he is opposed to the expansion.
Commissioner Knepshield indicated that in his opinion, the residents of Newport need education in the historic preservation process.
Commissioner Fennell indicated she would like any proposed changes to the ordinance to be presented to the Historic Preservation Commission first for their input before being presented to the Mayor and Board of Commissioners.
City Solicitor Schulkens indicated he would have legislation put together for the next scheduled Board of Commissioners' meeting.
NEW BUSINESS:
Nothing scheduled for this evening.
INFORMATION UPDATE - UPCOMING MEETINGS, EVENTS, ISSUES:
Item 29 - City Manager Ciafardini indicated Ms. Michele Ralston, Communications/Special Projects Coordinator, had prepared information concerning the media coverage of the Italianfest, and he also indicated Ms. Ralston had done a great job. Mr. Ciafardini further indicated the Italianfest was a huge success.
Mayor Guidugli also congratulated Ms. Ralston on a job well done. Mayor Guidugli also named the Italianfest committee members and indicated they had worked hard to make this event a success. Mayor Guidugli thanked all the members of the various committees and thanked everyone involved for their involvement. Mayor Guidugli requested that "Thank you" letters be sent.
City Manager Ciafardini indicated an Italianfest committee meeting is scheduled for tomorrow and that "Thank you" letters would be prepared for the Mayor and Board of Commissioners' signatures.
Item 30 - City Manager Ciafardini gave information concerning the Newport Farmer's Market. Commissioner Knepshield indicated that there was standing water in the lot where this event takes place due to sewer problems. He also inquired if there was an alternative site that could be used if needed.
Item 31 - City Manager Ciafardini gave information concerning the upcoming Board of Adjustments meeting. Commissioner Rechtin indicated there was some confusion on the BA-01-05 case, an application for the Hope VI program and type of use requested, and that the confusion needs to be cleared up.
Items 32 through 34 - City Manager Ciafardini read the information from the Agenda for these items. The Manager indicated that Ms. Ralston and Ms. Wingo would be organizing the Arts & Music Festival with Mr. Sal Wertheim, Events Coordinator for the City of Newport.
Item 35 - City Manager Ciafardini gave information concerning the Sno Cone in the Parks program.
City Manager Ciafardini indicated that at this time Ms. Wingo would be distributing a pamphlet titled: "Orange-Aid, Your Guide to I-471". Mr. Ciafardini also indicated information could be found on the web sit at www.I-471.com.
City Manager Ciafardini indicated he had not further comments at this time.
At this time Police Chief Fromme addressed the Mayor and Board of Commissioners and again indicated his apologies to the Board for the sewer/septic tank situation Ms. Kilgore brought up at tonight's meeting. Chief Fromme again indicated there had been miscommunications and that he would rectify the situation. He also indicated he was not sure why the problem was referred to the Health Department, but indicated again, that this will be rectified immediately.
STAFF, ADVISORY COUNCIL, COMMISSION UPDATE:
At this time Mayor Guidugli asked the Advisory Council Representative if there were any comments. Ms. Verna Fenhoff gave details of the upcoming Buena Vista Neighborhood Group meeting and encouraged everyone to attend. Ms. Fenhoff indicated Mayor Guidugli would be the speaker this month at the meeting.
Ms. Fenhoff also indicated she had attended the opening ceremonies of the Italianfest and that she had very much enjoyed the Italianfest.
Mayor Guidugli asked City Solicitor Schulkens if he had any comments. Mr. Schulkens had no comments.
At this time Mayor Guidugli asked each Commission member for their comments or suggestions.
Commissioner Fennell
Item No. 1 - Indicated she had worked at the Garden Club Tour and thanked everyone involved.
Item No. 2 - Indicated Italianfest was wonderful.
Item No. 3 - Indicated the she had received a phone call prior to this evening's meeting from an individual who indicated the L&N Bridge was closed even to pedestrians and asked City Manager Ciafardini to check into the reason for this. City Solicitor Schulkens indicated the bridge was closed also to pedestrians at this time due to the construction being done on the Newport side of the bridge.
Commissioner Knepshield
Item No. 1 - Requested that Police Chief Fromme keep an eye on the speed of trucks in the condo construction area.
Item No. 2 - Requested an update on the underpass construction. City Manager Ciafardini indicated he believes this will be totally opened soon and that he would check into this and report back.
Item No. 3 - Indicated that in his opinion, concerning the waste collection fees/contract, he feels the good citizens are being penalized for the bad citizens who are not following the litter laws.
Item No. 4 - Indicated there were various legislators at the Millennium Peace Bell and the Aquarium recently and that this was a nice affair.
Item No. 5 - Questioned the City Manager concerning the date school will be commencing.
Item No. 6 - Requested an update concerning Captain's Cove's remodeling project from City Manager Ciafardini.
Item No. 7 - Indicated he had recently met with Ms. Laura Long over concerns about the paint to be used on the bridge.
Item No. 8 - Inquired as to whom would be responsible for security on the L&N Bridge, who would take care of the bridge in the winter months, and who would handle the maintenance and cleaning of the bridge.
Commissioner Rechtin
Item No. 1 - Requested that Chief Fromme make sure that all catch basins are cleaned.
Item No. 2 - Thanked Chief Fromme for items he had previously taken care of.
Item No. 3 - Indicated Mayor Guidugli had done a wonderful job concerning the Italianfest.
Item No. 4 - Encouraged individuals to attend the Farmer's Market.
Item No. 5 - Indicated the Chamber had recently scheduled a function in the City of Newport and that the event was enjoyed by all.
Item No. 6 - Requested City Manager Ciafardini look into the possibility of signs or banners indicating that businesses were still open on Monmouth Street during the remodeling process and also requested a press release be done.
Mayor Guidugli agreed with Commissioner Rechtin's idea of the signs or banners. The Mayor also requested an update concerning the construction on Monmouth Street. City Manager Ciafardini gave an update indicating everything was going along well. He also indicated that all of the trees on Monmouth Street would be eliminated at this time
Commissioner Knepshield requested that City Manager Ciafardini contact the Campbell County Cooperative Extension to inquire as to why the trees are dying. Commissioner Fennell also inquired if the maple trees on the floodwall would be lost. City Manager Ciafardini indicated yes.
Mayor Guidugli
Item No. 1 - Congratulated East Row Garden Club on the recent Garden Tour and thanked all of the volunteers for a job well done. The Mayor suggested letters should be sent to the owners of the properties to show the City's appreciation.
Item No. 2 - Indicated the Housing Authority has been working on the old Kentucky Enterprise building and that the building was looking nice.
Item No. 3 - Indicated that he felt it was great to have the legislators in town to speak about the historic preservation tax credit.
Item No. 4 - Indicated the City of Newport is applying for dollars under the 2020 Water Grant.
Item No. 5 - Invited everyone to attend the upcoming Buena Vista Neighborhood meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, motion was made by Commissioner Knepshield and seconded by Commissioner Rechtin to adjourn the meeting. All yea.
MEETING ADJOURNED.
MAYOR THOMAS L. GUIDUGLI
ATTEST:
FRANK PELUSO, CITY CLERK