City of Mount Washington
Minutes of the Regularly Scheduled Council Meeting
March 24, 2003
City Hall Annex Building, 186 Branham Way
Mayor Frank Sullivan called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. with the following Council members present: Sam Beichler, Joetta Calhoun, Lloyd Dooley, Sid Griffin, Ralph Lutes, and Larry Porter.
Also present were City Clerk Christi Franklin, City Treasurer Peggy Brinkman, Utility Superintendent Ronnie Fick, City Engineer Dave Derrick and City Attorney Joe Wantland.
The invocation was given by Brother Sam Fowler of the Mt. Washington Church of Christ.
Brother Fowler also led the pledge of Allegiance.
Minutes
Sid Griffin made a motion to accept the minutes of the March 10, 2003 meeting with changes. Lloyd Dooley seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Treasurer’s Report
Peggy Brinkman gave the Treasurer’s Report for February 2003. Sid Griffin made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report. Ralph Lutes seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Bid
Dave Derrick presented bids for the relocation of Landis Lane at Bardstown Road. He stated that after reviewing the bids, he recommended the bid be awarded to Buky Golf, Inc.in the amount of $449,950.00, the low bidder. Discussion followed. A motion was made by Sid Griffin to award the bid to Buky Golf, Inc. and authorize the Mayor to sign all contracts associated with this project. Sam Beichler seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Mayor’s Report
Mayor Sullivan presented a Certificate of Commendation to resident Austin Flechler for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
Several residents have asked if the City is updating the sewer treatment plant. The City is completing some updates and pictures and information are available for review.
Kidsfest sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce was well attended. Mayor Sullivan would like the City to consider sponsoring a booth next year as well.
The Department for Homeland Security will be contacting Mt. Washington resident Mr. Mclawhorn, the police department and the fire department, in response to Mr. Mclawhorn’s inquiry to be active in homeland security.
Mayor Sullivan suggested that the Council consider an ordinance regarding the sale of liquor by the drink in bone fide restaurants that have at least 100 seats and 70% of their gross receipts are food sales. Discussion followed. Sam Beichler asked Joe Wantland to prepare an ordinance.
Due to the Homeland Security Act of 2002, Mayor Sullivan announced that he has temporarily suspended the DARE and G.R.E.A.T. programs to allow two officers on the street per shift.
Guests to Address the Council
Richard Miles from Dogwood Homes asked the Council to consider annexing the Ed Berger property of 40 acres. This property is located off Bethel Church Road and adjoins the Bethel Branch subdivision. The property will be zoned R-2. They have a contract to purchase the property and would like to have the property annexed prior to purchasing the property. Dogwood Homes does not expect to develop this property for a couple of years. All of the homes on this property will be brick, and the subdivision will include an estate section. Discussion followed. Mayor Sullivan asked for a copy of the letter from Dogwood Homes requesting annexation. Joe Wantland asked Mr. Miles to forward a legal description of the property so an ordinance can be prepared.
Bullitt East High School student, Jennifer Greenwell did not intend to address the Council, but she said she is in attendance as a requirement for a political science class. She also stated her support for the DARE and G.R.E.AT. programs.
Tony Kalin asked the council to consider passing a resolution supporting the United States Military. Sid Griffin made a motion to pass a resolution supporting the United States Military. Lloyd Dooley seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.
Report from the Council
Lloyd Dooley reported that he is getting closer to choosing garbage cans. He also stated that the park has been cleaned up as previously requested.
Joetta Calhoun reported that Beth Cassity from the Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce said that the County Chamber of Commerce has a group for each city.
Sam Beichler asked the Council what the status is of raising the cut off fee. Ronnie Fick said he is getting the figures together. Christi Franklin stated she is working on a comprehensive utility bill collection policy. Discussion followed. He also asked Ronnie Fick if the sewer issues on Winchester and Lexington are being addressed. Ronnie stated that the City is working on these issues, but the rain is slowing the progress.
Executive Session
Sid Griffin made a motion to enter into executive session at 7:21 p.m. for the purpose of the future sale of real property and personnel. Sam Beichler seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
Larry Porter made a motion to reconvene open session at 8:07 p.m. Ralph Lutes seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
Joe Wantland stated the Council gave him instructions regarding the sale of real property.
Adjourn
There being no further business before the Council, Sam Beichler made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:10pm. Larry Porter seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously by a roll call vote.