Henderson public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a special called meeting to take action on the FY2023 City Audit Report. The session includes an executive session to discuss pending litigation and the sale of real property near U.S. Highway 60 West and Old Corydon Road.

• FY2023 City Audit Report presentation and action
• Executive session regarding pending litigation
• Executive session regarding real property sale near U.S. Highway 60 West and Old Corydon Road
• Board appointments

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called work session to review and prioritize projects from the Inner City Improvement Plan. Nineteen projects were previously presented and voted on by the public in October, and the voting results will be used for prioritization and budgeting. This is the only item on the agenda, aside from roll call and adjournment.

• Review and prioritize Inner City Improvement Plan projects
• Voting results from 19 public-voted projects to be considered
• Special called work session at 3:30 p.m. on December 12, 2023

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on December 12, 2023, with second readings of ordinances to close a public right-of-way between N. Adams and N. Ingram streets, set park closing times, and amend the zoning map for distilleries. The board will also hear presentations on new employees, a parks master plan, and the FY2022 financial report, plus receive city manager reports on two rezoning requests and a Flock camera update.

• Second reading: Ordinance closing public right-of-way between N. Adams Street and N. Ingram Street
• Second reading: Ordinance creating Sec. 17-7 for park closing times
• Second reading: Ordinance amending zoning map relating to distilleries
• Rezoning #1157 – 1749 S. Main Street
• Rezoning #1158 – 2429 Highway 60 East with revised graphic development plan

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will meet to hear a presentation on the Henderson Water Utility audit for fiscal years ending June 30, 2023 and 2022, and to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a rezoning on N. Water Street, a supplemental agreement for the Wathen Lane Upgrade Project, a grant application, and second readings of ordinances on park closing times and towing services. The agenda also includes first readings on zoning amendments for renewable energy systems and a distillery, and a municipal order accepting a management services agreement with Sports Facilities Management, LLC.

• Resolution adopting findings of fact for rezoning at 0 N. Water Street, 422 N. Water Street, 100 Fifth Street
• Resolution approving Supplemental Agreement No. 4 for Wathen Lane Upgrade Project construction phase
• Resolution authorizing grant application to Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for Creating Vibrant Communities
• Ordinance creating Sec. 17-7 in Chapter 17 (Parks and Recreation) relating to closing time in city parks (second reading)
• Ordinance amending Appendix A-Zoning relating to towing services and towing/recovery yards (first reading)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting with a public hearing on Rezoning #1152, which would change the zoning of three downtown properties from Riverfront-2 (RF-2) to Central Business District (CBD) to allow construction of a small distillery. The meeting is in-person and live-streamed.

• Rezoning #1152 with Graphic Development Plan for 0 N. Water Street, 422 N. Water Street, and 100 Fifth Street
• Zoning change from Riverfront-2 (RF-2) to Central Business District (CBD)
• Applicant: City of Henderson
• Property area: approximately 2.16 acres
• Proposed use: small distillery in downtown Henderson

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on November 14, 2023, with a mix of routine items and substantive policy decisions. They will consider second readings of ordinances on industrial revenue bonds, closing a right-of-way, park closing times, towing services zoning, and renewable energy systems, plus first readings on a Humane Society agreement and a gas supply contract amendment. The agenda also includes a public hearing, proclamations, and a presentation on overdose statistics.

• Ordinance amending Pratt (Henderson Corrugating), LLC Industrial Building Revenue Bonds
• Ordinance closing public right-of-way between N. Adams Street and N. Ingram Street
• Ordinance creating Sec. 17-7 in Chapter 17-Parks and Recreation relating to closing times in various city parks
• Ordinance amending Appendix A-Zoning relating to towing services and towing and recovery yards
• Resolution approving first amendment to gas supply contract with the Public Energy Authority of Kentucky (PEAK)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners and Water & Sewer Commission will hold a special called meeting to enter executive session for discussions on proposed litigation, the possible sale of property near US Hwy 60 and US Hwy 41A, and a business proposal. After the closed session, they may take action on matters discussed. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call and adjournment.

• Executive session for proposed litigation on behalf of the city and water & sewer commission
• Discussion of possible sale of property near US Hwy 60 and US Hwy 41A
• Discussion with a business entity about a specific proposal that could affect business siting or expansion
• Possible action on pending litigation or other executive session topics

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on October 24, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. The agenda includes second readings of ordinances authorizing water and sewer revenue bonds and general obligation bonds, as well as a first reading of an ordinance amending industrial building revenue bonds. The board will also hear presentations from the Salvation Army, Henderson Tennis Club, Henderson Tourist Commission, and Henderson Leadership Initiative.

• Second reading: Ordinance authorizing Water & Sewer General Revenue Bonds
• Second reading: Ordinance authorizing Water & Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 2023A
• Second reading: Ordinance authorizing City General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023B
• First reading: Ordinance amending Pratt (Henderson Corrugating), LLC Industrial Building Revenue Bonds
• Presentations: Salvation Army, Henderson Tennis Club (USTA award), Henderson Tourist Commission (Audubon State Park), Henderson Leadership Initiative (I-69 roundabout project)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called work session to discuss proposed projects from the Inner City Improvement Plan. Five appointed committees will present their projects, and each attendee will be allowed three votes for their preferred projects. The meeting is the sole agenda item besides roll call and adjournment.

• Discussion of Inner City Improvement Plan proposed projects
• Five committees presenting three to four projects each
• Each person allowed three votes for projects of their choice
• Meeting held at Jefferson Elementary School, 1000 South Alves Street

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a called work session to review two items: a report from City Attorney Dawn Kelsey on the Homeless Coalition, and a discussion on downtown parking. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Report on Homeless Coalition by City Attorney Dawn Kelsey
• Discussion of downtown parking

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to consider several items, including second readings of ordinances on a telecommunications franchise, cemetery rules, and multiple bond authorizations. They will also review a rezoning request and receive reports on battery storage and new employees. The meeting is a video teleconference, live-streamed to the public.

• Second reading: Ordinance awarding telecommunications system franchise to OpenFiber Kentucky Company, LLC DBA Accelecom
• Second reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 8 (Cemeteries) regarding holidays and indigent burials
• First readings: Ordinances authorizing Water & Sewer General Revenue Bonds, Water & Sewer Revenue Bonds Series 2023A, and City General Obligation Bonds Series 2023B
• Consent agenda: Municipal order awarding bid for a 2024 Ford F750 dock truck with dump body from Mid-Tenn Ford Truck Sales, Inc. for $92,786.98
• City Manager's report: Rezoning #1152 with graphic development plan for 0 N. Water Street, 422 N. Water Street, and 100 Fifth Street

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings, second readings of ordinances, and first readings of new ordinances. Key items include closing an unimproved right-of-way between Fourth and Fifth Streets, amending zoning definitions for gaming facilities, accepting utility improvements, and awarding a telecommunications franchise to OpenFiber Kentucky Company, LLC DBA Accelecom. The board will also consider cemetery fee changes, contracts for recycling and a pumper apparatus, and receive a $59,441.85 workers' compensation dividend check.

• Final reading: ordinance closing unimproved right-of-way between Fourth and Fifth Streets
• First reading: zoning ordinance amendment defining gaming facilities
• First reading: ordinance awarding telecommunications franchise to OpenFiber Kentucky Company, LLC DBA Accelecom
• Resolution establishing cemetery schedule of fees and charges
• Municipal order awarding bid for curbside recycling

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on September 12, 2023, to consider second readings of ordinances on the ad valorem tax levy, job classification and pay plan changes for the Gas and Police departments, and budgeted positions for FY2024. They will also hold first readings on zoning amendments, a cemetery holiday change, and a right-of-way closure, plus review rezoning requests and a sports complex change order.

• Second reading: Ordinance providing for levy and collection of ad valorem taxes (FY2024)
• Second reading: Ordinance amending job classification and pay plan for Gas and Police hazardous duty
• First reading: Zoning ordinance amendment defining gaming facilities
• Rezoning #1150 - 109 Second Street with narrative development plan
• Municipal Order approving Sports Complex change order request

The Board of Commissioners approved a $2,569,202.00 change order for the Henderson Sports Complex construction. They also adopted ordinances regarding ad valorem taxes, job classifications, and budget amendments. First readings were passed for a right-of-way closure, zoning changes for gaming facilities, and public utility improvements.

• Approved $2,569,202.00 change order for Henderson Sports Complex construction (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-23 for levy and collection of ad valorem taxes (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 19-23 amending job classifications and pay plan (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 20-23 amending FY2024 budget positions and classifications (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-23 to permit gaming facilities in Highway Commercial District (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 22-23 to close public right-of-way between 4th and 5th Street (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 24-23 accepting utility improvements in Canoe Creek Subdivision II (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Res. 50-23 and M.O. 44-23 and 45-23 (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners held a special called work session featuring a panel discussion with Junior Ambassadors. No formal action was taken during the meeting.

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider several items, including second readings of ordinances amending alcohol and offense codes related to pari-mutuel and sports wagering facilities, a zoning ordinance amendment for distilleries, and various municipal orders. They will also hear presentations on the Elevate housing project and a Henderson Leadership Initiative project for an I-69 roundabout, and consider consent agenda items including grant acceptances and a police drug task force agreement.

• Second reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 4 (Alcoholic Beverages) for pari-mutuel and/or sports wagering facility
• Second reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 16 (Offenses) for pari-mutuel and/or sports wagering facility
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Distilleries
• Municipal Order authorizing purchase of two vehicles for Police Department
• Consent agenda: accept $20,000 training facility grant and $18,000 highway safety grant

The Board of Commissioners approved several ordinances, including a zoning change to permit distilleries in the Central Business District. The board also authorized the purchase of two police vehicles and passed a first-reading ordinance to decrease the personal property tax rate by 11.5%.

• Approved purchase of two 2024 Ford Explorer Interceptor AWD vehicles and equipment for $160,392.00 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 18-23 permitting distilleries as a conditional use in the Central Business District (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 16-23 amending alcoholic beverage license conditions (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 17-23 amending smoking regulations in public places (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-23 for an 11.5% decrease in personal property tax rate (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 19-23 amending police hazardous duty pay plan (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 20-23 amending FY2024 budget positions for Parks and Recreation and Gas departments (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $20,000 Fire Commission grant and $18,000 Highway Safety grant (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold first readings on ordinances amending alcohol and offense codes to allow pari-mutuel and sports wagering, plus a zoning amendment for distilleries. They will also consider a sales contract with Henderson Distilling Company, award a bid for two pickup trucks, and review four rezoning requests. The meeting includes a service award presentation and an executive session on economic development.

• First reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 4-Alcoholic Beverages for pari-mutuel and sports wagering facilities
• First reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 16-Offenses for pari-mutuel and sports wagering facilities
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment – Distilleries
• Municipal Order approving sales and purchase contract with Henderson Distilling Company, LLC
• Municipal Order awarding bid for purchase of two full-size half-ton pickup trucks

The Board of Commissioners approved a real estate purchase and a contract for two fire department pickup trucks. They also passed the first reading of three ordinances regarding alcoholic beverages, smoking in public, and zoning for distilleries.

• Approved $500,000 cash purchase of real property at 0 Water Street, 422 Water Street, 114 Fifth Street, 405 N. Main Street, and 415 N. Main Street from Henderson Distilling Company, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $98,965.00 contract with Henderson Chevrolet GMC for two 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup trucks for the Fire Department (5-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance No. 16-23 amending alcoholic beverage license conditions (5-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance No. 17-23 amending smoking regulations in public places (5-0)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance No. 18-23 permitting distilleries as a conditional use in the Central Business District (5-0)
• Approved July 25, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider an ordinance amending Chapter 8 (Cemeteries) on first reading, hear a presentation from Big Brothers Big Sisters, and issue a proclamation honoring R. Travis Hays for his role in ending a manhunt. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from prior meetings. The meeting also includes reports from the city manager on the Vision Plan update and a lateral incentive pay program for the police department.

• Proclamation honoring R. Travis Hays for helping end a manhunt for an escaped convicted murderer
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 8 - Cemeteries
• Presentation by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwestern Indiana
• Consent agenda includes minutes from June 27 and July 11 meetings
• City manager reports on Vision Plan update and police lateral incentive pay program

The Board of Commissioners approved a separation and waiver agreement with Heath Cox. The Board also gave unanimous approval to move forward with a formal police recruitment and retention incentive plan.

• Approved Separation and Waiver Agreement between the City and Heath Cox (5-0)
• Approved moving forward with a formal Police Lateral Incentive and Longevity Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from June 27 and July 11, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes a 2% salary increase for the city manager and several agreements allocating funds to local agencies, including the airport board, chamber of commerce, economic development, planning commission, and human rights commission. They will also hear reports on a rezoning request at 307 Center Street and a zoning ordinance review for distilleries. The meeting is a regular business session with no public hearings scheduled.

• Resolution increasing city manager salary by 2% effective July 1, 2023
• Resolution allocating $416,371.00 to Henderson-Henderson County Planning Commission
• Resolution allocating $172,230.00 to Henderson City-County Airport Board
• Resolution allocating $46,000.00 to Chamber of Commerce Downtown Henderson Partnership
• Rezoning #1146 – 307 Center Street, Jagoe Homes, Inc. request

The Board approved a consent agenda including funding for the airport, economic development, and planning commission. They also granted a land purchase extension to Jagoe Homes and terminated the employment contract of Heath Cox by mutual agreement.

• Approved 2% salary increase for City Manager (5-0)
• Approved $172,230 for Airport Services (5-0)
• Approved $46,000 for Downtown Henderson Partnership Committee (5-0)
• Approved $60,000 for Henderson Economic Development (5-0)
• Approved $416,371 for Henderson-Henderson County Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved $42,949 for City-County Human Rights Commission (5-0)
• Approved 90-day land purchase contract extension for Jagoe Homes (4-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved termination of Heath Cox's employment contract by mutual agreement (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting primarily to enter an executive session for a hearing that may result in the discipline or removal of an employee, as permitted by state law. After the closed session, the board will reconvene to consider findings of fact. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other business items listed.

• Executive session for employee discipline or removal hearing (KRS 61.810(1)(f))
• Reconvene and consider findings of fact

The Board of Commissioners held a special called meeting to conduct a disciplinary hearing regarding Police Officer Cameron Shelton. Following an executive session for the hearing and deliberations, the Board adopted a resolution to terminate the officer.

• Approved Resolution No. 46-23 to terminate Police Officer Cameron Shelton (4-0, 1 absent)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several property and equipment items, including an option for Pratt Properties II to purchase city-owned land on Old Corydon Road, a right-of-way and easement purchase on Watson Lane, and a temporary easement on KY 812. They will also award bids for firefighter protective clothing and a sanitation truck, and hear a gas department update on a meter station. The agenda includes a service award presentation and consent agenda items.

• Municipal Order Approving Pratt Properties II, LLC Option to Purchase Old Corydon Road Property
• Resolution Approving Memorandum of Understanding for Purchase of Right-of-Way and Easements on Watson Lane
• Resolution Approving Memorandum of Understanding for Purchase of Temporary Easement on KY 812
• Municipal Order Awarding Bid for Purchase of Turnout Coats and Pants for Fire Department to Mid America Fire & Safety, LLC for $49,900.59
• Municipal Order Awarding Bid for Purchase of 2024 Freightliner Chassis with Heil 24 Yard Liberty ASL for Sanitation from Stringfellow for $271,948.08

The Board of Commissioners approved an option to purchase real estate on Old Corydon Road and authorized two right-of-way agreements with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. The board also approved several equipment purchases and re-appointed members to the City Utility and Tourist Commissions.

• Approved option to purchase real estate on Old Corydon Road from Pratt Properties II, LLC
• Approved right-of-way and easements on Watson Lane for KYTC projects
• Approved temporary easement for KY 812 Bridge Project at North Fork Canoe Creek
• Approved $49,990.59 bid for Fire Department turnout coats and pants
• Approved $271,948.08 purchase of a 2024 Freightliner Chassis for Sanitation
• Approved $55,524.38 purchase of a 2023 Ford F-250 pickup for Public Works
• Re-appointed Russell R. Sights and Mark Weaver to City Utility Commission
• Re-appointed Dee Patel and Kelsey Hargis to Henderson Tourist Commission

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called work session to discuss the progress of the Inner City Improvement Project with its five appointed committees. The only agenda item is a committee progress update on the program and projects being considered for inner-city improvements. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion on Inner City Improvement Project progress with committees
• Five committees and appointed members to attend
• Special called work session at Municipal Services Center, 1449 Corporate Court

The Board of Commissioners held an informal work session to receive mid-year reports from five improvement committees. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• No formal action was taken

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners adopted several ordinances establishing Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) percentages for Henderson Municipal Gas, the Henderson Water and Sewer Commission, and the City of Henderson Utility Commission. Other actions included banning registered sex offenders from operating mobile food units and allowing alcohol in specific park areas.

• Approved $2,500 funding for New Hope Animal Shelter (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 08-23 prohibiting registered sex offenders from operating mobile food units (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 09-23 allowing alcohol in Audubon Mill Park and part of Dochosbach Tennis Complex (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 10-23 setting PILOT for Henderson Municipal Gas (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 11-23 setting PILOT for Henderson Water and Sewer Commission (4-0)
• Approved Res. 30-23 and 31-23 regarding natural gas supply contracts with Public Energy Authority of Kentucky (4-0)
• Approved M.O. 27-23 MOU with Center for Addiction Recovery of Henderson, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved M.O. 28-23 Storm Water Management System Maintenance Agreement with International Paper Company (4-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct a public hearing on the proposed use of Municipal Aid and LGEA funds for street repairs, and to consider several ordinances and municipal orders, including the FY2024 budget, a pay plan amendment, and a police body camera purchase. The agenda also includes presentations from the Salvation Army, Tourist Commission, and Chamber of Commerce, and a consent agenda with minutes and a resolution increasing the city attorney's salary.

• Public hearing on $605,190 in Municipal Aid and $15,000 in LGEA funds for street maintenance
• Ordinance amending Chapter 17 to regulate mobile food units and prohibit alcohol possession in parks
• Ordinance setting Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) for utilities
• Municipal order authorizing purchase of body cameras and in-car video system for police
• Resolution increasing city attorney salary by 2% effective June 1, 2023

The Board of Commissioners approved several funding requests for community services and local projects. They also held a public hearing on road aid and economic assistance funds for upcoming street paving. Three ordinances were adopted on first reading regarding mobile food vendors, alcohol in parks, and utility tax payments.

• Approved $10,000 for Salvation Army meals and services (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 for Audubon State Park Conference Center feasibility study (5-0)
• Approved $9,000 for July 4th fireworks display (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including City Attorney 2% salary increase (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 08-23 (first reading) prohibiting registered sex offenders from operating mobile food units (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 09-23 (first reading) allowing alcohol in Audubon Mill Park and part of Dochosbach Tennis Complex (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 10-23 (first reading) setting Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) for Henderson Municipal Gas (5-0)
• Held public hearing on $620,190 in Municipal Road Aid and LGEA funds for FY 2024 paving

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board held a work session to review department goals, revenue analysis, and budget requests for FY2024. No formal actions were taken, though the Board agreed to add one Public Safety Officer position to the upcoming budget ordinance.

• Agreed to add one 2nd shift PSO position to the upcoming budget ordinance
• Reached consensus to include a budget placeholder for grant writing services

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant application for renovations at Anthony Brooks Park, including new bathrooms, swings, playground equipment, and a splashpad. The board will also consider consent agenda items, including resolutions for the grant, an acting city clerk, and the 2024 CDBG Action Plan, as well as tabled ordinances and municipal orders for sanitation fees and rollout containers.

• Public hearing on Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for Anthony Brooks Park (817 Madison Street), up to $250,000
• Resolution approving LWCF grant application
• Resolution appointing Donna Madden as Acting City Clerk
• Resolution adopting 2023-2024 CDBG Action Plan
• Municipal Order approving sanitation fee schedule and awarding bid for rollout containers

The Board of Commissioners approved a contract for new sanitation containers and updated electric rates and sanitation ordinances. The board also authorized a grant application for park improvements and appointed an acting city clerk.

• Approved $679,955 contract with Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC for rollout containers (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 05-23 updating electric rates and services (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 06-23 amending building regulations (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 07-23 amending garbage and refuse regulations (5-0)
• Adopted Municipal Order No. 21-23 setting sanitation fees and charges (5-0)
• Approved Res. 26-23 for $250,000 Land & Water Conservation Fund grant application (5-0)
• Approved Res. 27-23 appointing Donna Madden as Acting City Clerk (5-0)
• Approved Res. 28-23 submitting 2023-2024 CDBG Action Plan to HUD (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting to take final votes on three ordinances, including one that adopts increased electric rates and service schedules for Henderson Municipal Power & Light, effective for bills issued on or after June 1, 2023. The other two ordinances amend building regulations and sanitation collection rules. The board will also enter a closed executive session to discuss a business recruitment or retention matter.

• Final reading of ordinance adopting electric rate increases, including residential energy charge of 7.941¢/kWh and $17.50 monthly service charge
• Final reading of ordinance amending Chapter 7 (Buildings and Building Regulations)
• Final reading of ordinance amending Chapter 14 (Sanitation Collection)
• Executive session under KRS 61.810(1)(g) for business siting, retention, expansion, or upgrading discussions

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to table three second-reading ordinances — on electric rates, building regulations, and garbage/refuse — until the next regular meeting. The board then held an executive session on an economic development project siting, reconvened, and adjourned. No substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled Ordinance 05-23 (Electric Rates and Services Schedules) until next regular meeting (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 06-23 (amending Chapter 7, Buildings and Building Regulations) until next regular meeting (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 07-23 (amending Chapter 14, Garbage and Refuse) until next regular meeting (5-0)
• Held executive session for economic development project siting (5-0)
• Reconvened into regular session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:15 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called work session to receive an update from the Vision Plan Committee. Representatives from Taylor Siefker Williams Design Group will review committee updates and recommend future projects. The agenda includes roll call, the Vision Plan update, and adjournment.

• Special called work session on April 27, 2023, at 3:00 p.m.
• Location: Henderson County Extension Office, 3341 KY 351, Henderson, KY
• Vision Plan Committee update to be presented
• Taylor Siefker Williams Design Group to recommend future projects
• Agenda includes roll call and adjournment

The Board of Commissioners attended a work session to receive a Vision Plan update from Taylor Siefker Williams Design Group. Because a quorum was not present, the meeting was not called to order and no formal action was taken.

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct public hearings on a proposed electric rate adjustment and appeals to outside agency funding recommendations. They will also consider first readings of ordinances on electric rates, building regulations, and sanitation collection, plus several contracts and reports.

• Public hearing on electric rate adjustment by Henderson Municipal Power and Light
• Public hearing on appeals to outside agency funding for FY 2024
• First reading: Ordinance adopting electric rate and services schedules
• First reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 7 (buildings) and Chapter 14 (sanitation)
• Municipal order awarding police uniforms bid to Siegel's Uniforms for $31,457.00

The Board approved the first reading of an ordinance to adjust electric rates for multiple service schedules effective June 1, 2023. Other actions included approving a parking lot lease and updating building permit fine regulations. The Board also heard appeals regarding outside agency funding for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 05-23 to adjust electric rates (4-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 06-23 to add fines for building without a permit (5-0)
• Approved $31,457.00 contract for police uniforms with Siegel’s Uniforms (5-0)
• Awarded stop/loss coverage contract to VOYA with a $210,000 deductible (5-0)
• Approved renewal of organ transplant policy with Optum (5-0)
• Authorized 7-year lease for a portion of Imperial Center Parking Lot on Water Street (5-0)
• Concurred with recommendation to invest Bond proceeds with PNC Bank (5-0)
• Approved Res. 25-23 to reimburse City for capital expenditures from tax-exempt obligations (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to consider awarding a construction contract for the Barret Boulevard Extension to Ragle, Inc. of Newburgh, Indiana, in the amount of $913,857.00. The project was re-bid after a protest and technical errors were found in the original bids; the new low bid is about $55,541.50 less than the previous award. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss possible employee discipline.

• Municipal order to award construction bid to Ragle, Inc. for $913,857.00
• Project includes 945.2 linear feet of new street, curb and gutter, drainage, box culvert, water line, and sidewalks
• Re-bid saved the city approximately $55,541.50 compared to the prior bid
• Three bids received: $913,857, $946,537, and $1,220,180.88
• Executive session under KRS 61.810(1)(f) for discussion that might lead to employee discipline

The Board of Commissioners awarded a re-bid contract for the construction of the Barret Boulevard Extension Project. The board also entered a brief executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved $913,857.00 contract to Ragle Inc. for Barret Boulevard Extension (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel discussion (5-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene into regular session (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners discussed a proposed operational plan for a new sports complex, including the creation of a new city division and a Sports Advisory Board. The plan outlines staffing, budget projections, and a potential RFP process for concessions. No formal action was taken during the session.

• No formal action was taken

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business plus several notable items: second readings on a transient room tax amendment and two rezoning requests, a proposed short-term rental zoning ordinance, and a presentation from the Chamber of Commerce on a dog park. The consent agenda includes a $50,000 payment to the Kentucky League of Cities to resolve a claim and a $48,980 bid for a fencing project.

• Second reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 21 (Transient Room Tax)
• Rezoning #1141 - Yeaman Avenue with a Development Plan
• Rezoning #1143 - Holy Name Parish, 220 N. Ingram Street
• Proposed Short-Term Rental Zoning Ordinance
• Consent agenda: $50,000 payment to Kentucky League of Cities; $48,980 bid to Burcor Fencing for Municipal Gas Fencing Project

The Board approved a consent agenda including a road aid agreement and a gas fencing contract. They adopted an ordinance amending transient room tax collection and appointed Linda Epley to the Civil Service Pension Fund Board of Trustees. A proposed short-term rental zoning ordinance was tabled for further information.

• Approved Municipal Road Aid Cooperative Program Agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
• Authorized payment up to $50,000 to Kentucky League of Cities to resolve a claim
• Authorized grant submittals for airport runway projects
• Awarded $48,980 gas fencing bid to Burcor Fencing, LLC
• Adopted Ordinance 04-23 amending transient room tax collection (5-0)
• Tabled short-term rental zoning ordinance (5-0)
• Appointed Linda Epley to Civil Service Pension Fund Board of Trustees (5-0)
• Approved closing a portion of an alleyway during school hours via signage

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners, Henderson Fiscal Court, and City/County Cooperative Study Team will hold a special called joint work session to review annual funding requests from jointly funded quasi-governmental agencies. The agenda includes agency presentations and other business as necessary, followed by adjournment.

• Henderson City-County Airport requests $150,223 in city funding and $150,223 in county funding for FY2024, with a total budget of $442,139 and a projected loss of $184,641.
• Airport development plan lists projects totaling $13,369,057, including runway extension and reconstruction, land acquisition, and hangar construction.
• Animal Control requests $128,000 in city funding and $128,000 in county funding for FY2024, with a total budget of $261,000 and a projected net loss of $15.
• Henderson Emergency Management Agency (HEMA) requests $97,263 in county funding for FY2024, with a total budget of $222,316.
• HEMA budget includes $15,750 for maintenance of 34 outdoor warning sirens and $9,500 for the Hyper-Reach public alert system.

The Board of Commissioners and County Fiscal Court held a joint work session to review FY24 funding requests from several outside agencies. Discussions included airport runway projects, animal control, and emergency communications. No formal actions were taken by the Board of Commissioners.

• No formal action taken on funding requests
• Determined legal staff will formalize an agreement for the County to pay for the 9-1-1 phone system up front
• Requested WARM Center provide program specifics for a potential MOU using Opioid Settlement funds

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting on March 21, 2023, to handle routine business, including awarding bids for concrete labor, asphalt milling, and limestone/sand/recycled concrete, plus second readings of zoning and budget ordinances. The agenda also includes a sports complex change order request and a placeholder for a bid award for the Barret Boulevard extension. The meeting will be live-streamed and includes an executive session on proposed litigation.

• Award concrete labor bid to River Town Construction, LLC for $392,325.00
• Award asphalt milling bid to Charbon Contracting, LLC for $118,000.00
• Award limestone, sand, and recycled concrete bid to Hazex Construction, Mulzer Crushed Stone, and Pine Bluff Materials
• Second reading of zoning ordinance amendments for model homes
• Second reading of FY2023 budget ordinance amendment and transient room tax amendment

The Board of Commissioners approved several construction bids and a budget amendment. They also adopted a zoning ordinance regarding model homes and approved a drainage change order for the Henderson Sports Complex.

• Approved $969,398.50 bid to Ragle Inc. for Barret Boulevard Extension (5-0)
• Approved Change Order Request #5 for Henderson Sports Complex drainage not to exceed $500,000.00 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 02-23 to define and permit model homes in certain residential zoning districts (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 03-23 amending the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and Appropriation (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 04-23 amending transient room tax collection on first reading (5-0)
• Approved $392,325.00 bid to River Town Construction, LLC for concrete labor (5-0)
• Approved $118,000.00 bid to Charbon Contracting, LLC for asphalt milling services (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Rodney Thomas to the Fire Chief selection committee (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a called work session to receive an update and review of the Sports Complex project. Project Manager Dylan Ward will present the update. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Update and review of Sports Complex by Project Manager Dylan Ward

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review 3D renderings and potential change order requests for the Sport Complex on Airline Road. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• No formal action taken regarding sport complex additions

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with presentations on the PFAS Committee and the Henderson-Evansville Metropolitan Planning Organization. The consent agenda includes minutes and a FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant resolution. Under ordinances and resolutions, the board will consider a zoning ordinance amendment for model homes, a budget ordinance amendment for FY2023, and a resolution declaring ambulances as surplus property. The city manager will also report on police policy regarding take-home vehicles.

• Presentation on PFAS Committee overview by Tony Hatton, Commissioner of Department of Environmental Protection
• Status update on Henderson-Evansville Metropolitan Planning Organization by MPO Executive Director and Deputy Director
• Consent agenda: FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant Program resolution
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Model Homes
• Resolution Declaring Ambulances as Surplus Property

The Board of Commissioners approved the first reading of ordinances regarding model home zoning and the FY2023 budget. They also authorized a grant application for the Fire Department and reached a consensus to update the police vehicle take-home policy.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Res. 20-23 for Fire Department grant application up to $143,000 (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 02-23 to define and permit model homes in certain residential zoning districts (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 03-23 amending the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance (4-0)
• Reached consensus to change Police Department take-home vehicle policy to a 40-mile radius including Indiana

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will meet on February 28, 2023, to consider a consent agenda that includes a $153,828.90 grant application for a new 911 system, resolutions authorizing opioid settlement participation, and bid awards for a culvert and a police scanning system. They will also hear a presentation from citizens advocating for upgrades to Anthony Brooks Park and consider an emergency roof repair for the Public Safety Building.

• Resolution to apply for $153,828.90 Kentucky 911 Services Board grant for Intrado Viper system (10% match required)
• Resolution authorizing mayor to execute opioid settlement forms (Allergan, CVS, Teva, Walgreens, Walmart)
• Bid award to Encore Precast, LLC for $97,712.00 culvert for Barret Boulevard Extension
• Bid award to Seiler Instrument for $53,587.25 Trimble Forensics X7 scanner for police
• Municipal order for emergency roof repairs to Public Safety Building on Barret Court

The Board approved emergency roof repairs for the Public Safety Building and several municipal orders for equipment and infrastructure. They also authorized a grant application for 911 system upgrades and reappointed a member to the Board of Zoning Adjustment.

• Approved $44,700 for emergency roof repairs at the Public Safety Building (5-0)
• Approved grant application for $170,921 to purchase Intrado Viper 911 system (5-0)
• Approved $97,712 contract with Encore Precast, LLC for Barret Boulevard Extension project (5-0)
• Approved $53,587.25 purchase of Trimble Forensics X7 Scanning System for Police Department (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute opioid settlement participation forms (5-0)
• Designated Finance Director as agent for Federal Disaster Relief Act funds (5-0)
• Approved intent to reimburse capital expenditures from tax-exempt bond proceeds (5-0)
• Reappointed Rob Toerne to the Board of Zoning Adjustment for a four-year term (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a called work session to review the new Fire Station #1 design and cost estimate, and to discuss the mid-year budget review and potential bond issuance for capital improvements. The agenda includes a presentation on the fire station and a detailed financial report from the Finance Director.

• Update and review of new Fire Station #1 with final floor plan rendering and cost estimate
• Mid-year budget review showing General Fund net revenue of $2.22 million as of December 2022
• Discussion of financing capital improvements and bond issuance
• General Fund revenue decreased by $594,767 compared to prior year
• Personnel expenditures increased by $723,790 (7.2%) in General Fund

The Board of Commissioners held a work session to review plans for Fire Station #1 and discussed future bond issuances and mid-year budget amendments. The Board polled and selected a traditional design option for the fire station. No other formal actions were taken.

• Selected Option 2 (traditional design) for new Fire Station #1

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a called work session to review the new Fire Station #1, including a final floor plan rendering and cost estimate, and to discuss the mid-year budget review and potential bond issuance for capital improvements. The budget documents show the General Fund had a net gain of $2.22 million as of December 2022, down from $4.8 million the prior year, and include projections for personnel costs and tax revenues.

• Update and review of new Fire Station #1 with final floor plan and cost estimate
• Mid-year budget review: General Fund net revenue $2.22 million as of Dec 31, 2022
• Discussion of financing capital improvements and bond issuance
• General Fund expenditures up $1.98 million year-over-year to $17.8 million
• Personnel costs projected $1.49 million under budget for fiscal 2023

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called work session to discuss the Inner City Improvement Plan with its five appointed committees. The session will cover the program's mission, important dates, and legal compliance, followed by individual committee meetings to organize and begin discussions. This is a discussion-only session with no formal votes or decisions expected.

• Discussion of Inner City Improvement Plan mission and committee orientation
• Five committees will meet individually to select chairs and set meeting schedules
• Committees will receive starter packets with information to guide initial discussions

The Board of Commissioners conducted a work session to orient committees for the Inner City Improvement Plan. Committees discussed potential projects and established future meeting schedules. No formal action was taken by the Board.

• No formal action was taken

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation on a downtown hotel feasibility study, consider a resolution opposing state bills, and vote on several municipal orders including mowing contracts and a picnic shelter. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as meeting minutes and a FEMA grant application.

• Presentation: Downtown hotel feasibility study by Hunden Strategic Partners
• Resolution opposing Senate Bill 50 and House Bill 50
• Municipal Order awarding bid for mowing city properties, Group A1
• Municipal Order awarding bid for mowing city cemeteries
• Municipal Order awarding bid for purchase and installation of picnic shelter for Newman Park

The Board of Commissioners approved the sale of approximately 86.201 acres to Deer Valley Subdivision, LLC for $1,550,075.00 to support local job growth. The board also awarded several mowing contracts and opposed state legislation regarding partisan local elections.

• Approved $1,550,075.00 land sale and lease agreement to Deer Valley Subdivision, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 14-23 opposing Senate Bill 50 and House Bill 50 regarding partisan local elections (5-0)
• Awarded mowing bid for Group A1 properties to River City Services LLC at $2,577.00 per cut (5-0)
• Awarded mowing bid for City Cemeteries to Knight’s Landscaping, LLC at $6,050.00 per cut (5-0)
• Approved bid for purchase and installation of a Newman Park picnic shelter from County Line Companies LLC (5-0)
• Appointed David Miller and Casey Todd to the Henderson Tourist Commission (5-0)
• Approved forwarding Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding Model Home definitions to the Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved grant application to FEMA for Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $249,525.00 (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will meet on January 24, 2023, to hear a presentation on the Nu-Works Neighborhood Champion Program, approve a consent agenda with several appointments, and conduct a second reading of an ordinance amending utility employment provisions. The meeting is a video teleconference, broadcast live.

• Presentation on Nu-Works Neighborhood Champion Program by Senator Robby Mills
• Resolution appointing Commissioner Robert Pruitt and Commissioner Nick Whitt to the Audit Committee
• Resolution appointing Mayor Bradley S. Staton to Henderson-Henderson County Flood Mitigation Board
• Resolution appointing Steve Austin and Tim Clayton as directors on the Board of Public Energy Authority of Kentucky (PEAK)
• Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 23 Utilities regarding employment of General Manager and management employees

The Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of approximately 3.4248 acres of real estate on Water Street for $1,625,000. The Board also established an Inner City Improvement Plan and updated staffing positions for the Henderson Water Utility.

• Approved $1,625,000 purchase of 3.4248 acres on Water Street for economic development (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 12-23 establishing Inner City Improvement Plan and committees (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 01-23 to remove Assistant General Manager and add Chief Engineer and Senior Project Manager positions for Henderson Water Utility (5-0)
• Appointed Dwight Williams to the Municipal Housing Commission (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including appointments to Audit Committee, Flood Mitigation Board, and Agency Funding Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)
• Approved FTA Title VI Program policy for Henderson Area Rapid Transit (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023, regular meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called work session with a single agenda item: a presentation by Public Works Director Brian Williams and staff on proposed changes to Sanitation and Transfer Station/Landfill operations. This is a discussion-only session; no votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on Sanitation and the Transfer Station
• Presentation by Public Works Director Brian Williams on proposed operational changes
• Special called work session on January 24, 2023, at 3:15 p.m.

The Board of Commissioners discussed sanitation staffing and safety issues, comparing internal equipment upgrades against outside contracting. The Board directed staff to move forward with Plan A for inclusion in the mid-year budget review. No formal action was taken during the work session.

• Directed staff to pursue Plan A for sanitation (purchase of 96-gallon totes and tipper carts)
• Recommended staff explore location and plan for a new transfer station

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called work session for strategic goal planning. Department heads will present their goals and objectives for the coming period. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and review only.

• Special called work session on strategic goal planning
• Presentations by department heads on departmental goals and objectives
• Meeting at Henderson County Extension Office, 3341 KY 351

The Board of Commissioners conducted a work session to review department goals and capital expenditures. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will meet to handle routine business, including accepting a commissioner's resignation, making appointments to various boards, and considering an ordinance on utility management. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Accepting Michael 'Jay' Randolph's notice not to take office, creating a vacant seat
• Appointing commissioners to Civil Service Pension Fund, Occupational License Appeals, Downtown Henderson Partnership, and City/County Cooperative Study Team
• Appointing Mayor Bradley S. Staton to GRADO Board
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 23 Utilities on employment of general manager and management employees
• Approving minutes from December 22, 2022 special meeting

The Board of Commissioners appointed Nick Whitt to a vacant seat and named Austin Vowels as Mayor Pro Tem. The board also approved several administrative appointments and the first reading of an ordinance to restructure Henderson Water Utility positions.

• Appointed Nick Whitt to fill vacant Board of Commissioners seat (4-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Austin Vowels as Mayor Pro Tem (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 01-23 to remove Assistant General Manager and add Chief Engineer and Senior Project Manager positions for Henderson Water Utility (4-0)
• Re-appointed Dwight Williams to Henderson City/County Airport Board for a four-year term (4-0)
• Re-appointed George F. Jones III to Water and Sewer Commission for a three-year term (4-0)
• Appointed Steve Austin to Water and Sewer Commission to fill an unexpired term (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including M.O. 01-23 accepting Michael “Jay” Randolph's notice not to take oath of office (4-0)
• Approved Resolutions 01-23 through 05-23 appointing commissioners to various boards and committees (4-0)