Henderson public meetings in 2024

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting on December 19, 2024, for the second reading of an ordinance adopting new water, wastewater, and stormwater charges with phased fixed-rate increases effective January 1, 2025, January 1, 2026, and January 1, 2027. The board will also hear first readings of ordinances for a cable franchise, job classification amendments, and a resolution adopting the Henderson County Emergency Operations Plan. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential real property acquisition near Washington and Atkinson Streets.

• Second reading: Ordinance adopting new water, wastewater, and stormwater rates (three-phase increases starting Jan 2025)
• First reading: Ordinance awarding a cable franchise
• First reading: Ordinance amending job classifications and pay plan for Finance Department
• Resolution adopting May 2024 version 6 Henderson County Emergency Operations Plan
• Executive session for discussions on acquiring real property near Washington Street and Atkinson Street

The Board of Commissioners adopted ordinances raising water, wastewater, and stormwater charges, with stormwater and water fixed-rate increases effective January 1, 2025 and 2026 respectively, and wastewater in 2027. They also approved a new Payables Lead position, amended the FY 2025 budget for finance positions, and adopted the updated Henderson County Emergency Operations Plan. First readings were given to a 10-year cable franchise for Spectrum and to reclassifying an HWU GIS Analyst position.

• Adopted water, wastewater, stormwater charge increases (4-0)
• Approved creating Payables Lead position (4-0)
• Amended FY 2025 budget for finance positions (4-0)
• Awarded 10-year cable franchise to Spectrum Mid-America, LLC (first reading)
• Created HWU GIS Analyst & CAD Technician position (first reading)
• Amended HWU budget for wastewater operator and GIS positions (first reading)
• Adopted May 2024 Henderson County Emergency Operations Plan (4-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners holds a special called meeting featuring a public hearing on a proposed Henderson Water Utility rate adjustment, followed by a first reading of the ordinance adopting new water rate and service schedules. The consent agenda includes a $132,000 FEMA grant for fire department training and equipment, an employee manual revision, and approval of minutes. Other items include a cable franchise award, a parking enforcement moratorium, a notice of intent to annex property, a rezoning at 2230 S. Green Street, and a design contract for a new transfer station. The meeting also includes presentations on HMP&L fiber rollout and an HWU audit.

• Public hearing on water utility rate adjustment (proposed flat $5/year increase for 3 years)
• First reading of ordinance adopting water rate and services schedules
• Municipal order authorizing FEMA grant application of $132,000 for fire department training and equipment
• Resolution placing a moratorium on downtown parking enforcement
• Rezoning #1160 with development plan for 2230 S. Green Street

The Board of Commissioners approved on first reading an ordinance adopting new water, wastewater, and stormwater charges, with staged fixed-rate increases effective January 1, 2025, 2026, and 2027. The board also approved several other items, including a cable franchise for Spectrum, a moratorium on parking enforcement, and the purchase of property on Letcher Street. All votes were unanimous except for the annexation notice, where Mayor Staton abstained.

• Approved water rate increase ordinance on first reading (5-0)
• Approved cable franchise for Spectrum Mid-America, LLC on first reading (5-0)
• Approved moratorium on parking enforcement until May 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved property reassessment moratorium for ARA Capital LLC (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 129 Letcher Street for $30,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including HR report and grant application (5-0)
• Approved notice of intent to annex two properties (4-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved MOU with library for Story Walk in Atkinson Park (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners holds a special called work session to discuss proposed projects of the Inner City Improvement Plan. Five appointed committees will present their projects, and attendees will be allowed three votes each for projects of their choice. No final decisions are expected; the meeting is a discussion and voting exercise.

• Discussion of Inner City Improvement Plan proposed projects from five committees
• Meeting held at Jefferson Elementary School gymnasium, 1000 South Alves Street

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting on November 21, 2024, to consider a consent agenda that includes awarding cleaning service contracts for two city buildings and accepting a stormwater maintenance agreement. The board will also receive an update on proposals for operating and managing the sports complex and then go into executive session to discuss a possible appointment.

• Award bid for cleaning services at Municipal Services Center and The Depot to E.P.I.C. Systems, Inc. at $1,880 per month
• Award bid for cleaning services at Public Safety Building to E.P.I.C. Systems, Inc. at $3,040.44 per month
• Accept stormwater management system maintenance agreement with Johnston Family Holdings, Inc. and Henderson Water Utility
• City Manager's report on status of proposals for operation and management of the sports complex
• Executive session pursuant to KRS 61.810(1)(f) for discussions that might lead to an appointment

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a Memorandum of Agreement to provide accelerated Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification for Henderson Fire Department employees. The program is a collaboration with Owensboro Community and Technical College, the City of Owensboro, and the Daviess County Fiscal Court.

• Proposed Memorandum of Agreement for EMT certification training at OCTC's Southeastern Campus
• Tuition rate set at 50% of the regular state-wide dual credit rate
• Executive session to discuss the potential appointment of an individual

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a special joint work session with the Henderson Water & Sewer Commission to review and discuss water utility rate structures and parking enforcement. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is solely for discussion. The meeting takes place November 19, 2024, at 222 First Street.

• Review and discussion of Henderson Water Utility Rate Structures
• Review and discussion of Parking Enforcement

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading and final vote on an ordinance to close approximately 62,164 square feet of unimproved public right-of-way on Roosevelt Avenue and Victory Drive, requested by River City Church for property consolidation. The board will also consider an ordinance amending budgeted positions and job classifications in the FY2025 budget for 911 Emergency Communications. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a potential appointment.

• Second reading of ordinance closing public right-of-way on Roosevelt Avenue (between Hwy 2084 and Lincoln Avenue) and the south half of Victory Drive (north of Roosevelt Avenue, south of Poplar Avenue) – 62,164 square feet, requested by River City Church (His Church)
• Ordinance amending budgeted positions and job classifications in the FY2025 Budget and Appropriations Ordinance for 911 Emergency Communications
• Executive session pursuant to KRS 61.810(1)(f) for discussions that might lead to the appointment of an individual

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will consider second readings of ordinances, including annexation of 8221 Green River Road and job classification amendments. First readings include closing a right-of-way on Roosevelt Avenue and Victory Drive, amending 911 budget positions, and approving a purchase agreement for a 2017 Ditch Witch JT20 from the City of Benton. The consent agenda features a $3,250 thermal imaging camera grant application and a stormwater agreement with Henderson Distilling Company. City manager reports cover rezonings for 2230 S. Green Street and 111 N Adams Street.

• Second reading of ordinance annexing 8221 Green River Road
• First reading of ordinance closing public right-of-way on Roosevelt Avenue and part of Victory Drive
• Municipal order approving purchase of 2017 Ditch Witch JT20 from City of Benton for Gas Department
• First reading of ordinance amending budgeted positions of FY2025 budget
• Consent agenda: resolution authorizing $3,250 thermal imaging camera grant application from Kentucky Fire Commission

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will consider a second reading of a zoning ordinance amendment relating to short-term rental properties, which would effectively adopt it. They will also hold first readings on ordinances amending the transient room tax, annexing property at 8221 Green River Road, and adjusting pay plans for police hazardous duty and finance department positions. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from previous special meetings where a transportation grant and property purchases for economic development were authorized.

• Second reading of zoning ordinance amendment relating to short-term rental property
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 21 - Taxation relating to transient room tax
• First reading of ordinance regarding annexation of 8221 Green River Road
• First reading of ordinance amending FY2025 Job Classifications and Pay Plan - Police Hazardous Duty
• Municipal Order approving construction contract for Hinkle

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a called work session on October 15, 2024, to review and discuss capital projects and bonding capabilities. No votes or decisions are expected; this is a discussion-only session.

• Review and discussion of capital projects
• Review and discussion of bonding capabilities

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a second reading of a zoning amendment for short-term rental properties, an ordinance amending the transient room tax, and an ordinance amending police hazardous duty pay. They will also consider a rezoning at 601 W. Main Street, a bid award for a new fire department pickup truck, and enter executive session to discuss potential property acquisition near Washington and Atkinson Streets.

• Second reading of zoning ordinance amendment relating to short-term rental property
• Ordinance amending transient room tax (Chapter 21 Taxation)
• Ordinance amending FY2025 job classifications and pay plan for police hazardous duty
• Rezoning #1169 at 601 W. Main Street
• Municipal order awarding bid for new 2024 full-size pickup for Fire Department

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting to consider a resolution authorizing submission of a $649,000 County Priority Projects Program grant to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for resurfacing sections of Barret Boulevard, Garden Mile Road, and Sunset Lane. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss possible acquisition of real property near Washington and Atkinson Streets and on Barret Boulevard. No matching funds are required for the grant, which must be submitted by October 15, 2024.

• Resolution to apply for $649,000 grant for road resurfacing on Barret Boulevard (0.268 mi), Garden Mile Road (0.799 mi), and Sunset Lane (0.217 mi).
• Executive session to discuss potential acquisition of real properties near Washington/Atkinson Streets and on Barret Boulevard.
• Grant application deadline is October 15, 2024; no local matching funds needed.
• Road projects address failed concrete pavement, heavy traffic near high school and retail, and truck route support.
• Commission may take possible action following executive session.

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting for an executive session under KRS 61.810(1)(b) to discuss the possible future acquisition of real property near Washington and Atkinson Streets. Possible action may follow the closed session.

• Executive session to discuss potential acquisition of property in the vicinity of Washington and Atkinson Streets

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners holds a special called meeting to consider a municipal order approving an addendum to the auctioneering services contract with Herron Auction & Realty. The addendum continues marketing of city-owned surplus property at 100 Fifth Street, with a revised commission split of 3% paid by the seller and 3% by the buyer. The original auction did not meet the reserve price.

• Municipal Order approving addendum to auctioneering contract with Herron Auction & Realty
• Property at 100 Fifth Street: surplus city-owned land for economic development
• Revised commission split: 3% seller, 3% buyer
• Original auction (June 2024) failed to meet reserve price

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 appointed committees. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion on the progress of the Inner City Improvement Project with five appointed committees

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners holds a special called meeting to consider second readings of ordinances, including one authorizing $12.2 million in general obligation bonds for capital projects. They will also award bids for a trencher, a utility vehicle, a gas line project, and a sports complex press box. Additionally, the board will enter executive session to discuss purchasing property near Washington and Atkinson Streets.

• Second reading of ordinance authorizing $12.2M in general obligation bonds for capital projects (fire station, convention center, retail development, pavilion)
• Second reading of ordinance amending job classification and pay plan for Finance Department
• Second reading of ordinance amending budgeted positions of FY2025 budget for Finance Department
• Awards of bids: 2024/2025 trencher with backhoe for Gas Dept; small sports utility vehicle for Admin Dept; Henderson Municipal Gas Bentley Point – Tidwell Drive gas line; Sports Complex Press Box
• Executive session to discuss purchase of real property near Washington and Atkinson Streets

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss economic development and consider several ordinances and municipal orders. The session includes a first reading for city general obligation bonds and a second reading for 2024 ad valorem taxes.

• Second reading: Ordinance for the Levy and Collection of Ad Valorem Taxes for 2024
• Second reading: Ordinance regarding annexation of Dana Drive
• First reading: Ordinance authorizing City General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024A
• Municipal Order approving addendum to auctioneering services contract with Herron Auction & Realty
• Municipal Order approving Right of First Refusal for Henderson Distilling Company, LLC

The Board of Commissioners approved a $27,500 allocation for an economic development contract with NextSite, adopted several ordinances including a $12.165M general obligation bond for capital projects, and denied a real estate commission addendum. The board also approved minutes, adopted the tax levy ordinance, and passed annexation and budget amendments.

• Approved $27,500 from Vision Plan Funding for NextSite contract (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 41-24: ad valorem tax levy for FY 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 42-24: annexation of 4.686 acres on U.S. Highway 60 W (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 43-24: budget amendment for administration positions (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 44-24 (first read): created Assistant Utilities Billing Supervisor position (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 45-24 (first read): budget amendment for finance positions (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 46-24 (first read): $12.165M general obligation bond for fire station, convention center, road, sports pavilion (5-0)
• Denied Municipal Order 77-24: Herron Realty commission addendum for 100 Fifth Street (0-5)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold first readings of ordinances setting 2024 ad valorem tax rates, annexing Dana Drive, and amending FY2025 budgeted positions. A second reading will accept public utility improvements for Bentley Point Phase I. The consent agenda includes a municipal order to purchase 56 Taser 10 bundle packages for the police department in five yearly payments.

• First reading of ordinance to levy ad valorem taxes for 2024
• Second reading of ordinance accepting public utility improvements (potable water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer) for Bentley Point Phase I
• First reading of annexation ordinance for Dana Drive
• Consent agenda includes municipal order authorizing purchase of 56 Taser 10 bundle packages from Axon Enterprise Inc. in five yearly payments
• Resolution authorizing mayor to execute consent to annexation of 8221 Green River Road

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board will hold a second reading and vote on a Cable Television Franchise Ordinance (Charter Agreement). They will also consider several bid awards, including trucks, firefighter protective clothing, and rooftop units, as well as a resolution to apply for a $30,000 Kentucky Fire Commission training facility grant. A right of first refusal with Henderson Distilling Company is up for approval. The consent agenda includes minutes and resolutions on human resources and the Kentucky Litter Abatement Program.

• Second reading: Cable Television Franchise Ordinance - Charter Agreement
• Municipal Order awarding bid for purchase of 2023 4X4 Regular Cab Truck with installed dump bed
• Municipal Order awarding bid for purchase of 2024 4X2 Regular Cab Truck with installed service bed
• Resolution authorizing application for $30,000 Kentucky Fire Commission FY2025 Training Facility Grant
• Municipal Order approving right of first refusal with Henderson Distilling Company, LLC

The Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance 39-24, a cable system franchise agreement with Spectrum, and approved several municipal orders for equipment purchases, including trucks, firefighter gear, and HVAC units. They also forwarded a revised short-term rental ordinance to the planning commission and appointed Christy Osborn to the City Utility Commission. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 39-24, Spectrum cable franchise (5-0)
• Approved $68,185.86 for 2023 F450 dump truck (5-0)
• Approved $56,705.42 for 2024 F250 utility truck (5-0)
• Approved $41,326.70 for firefighter turnout gear (5-0)
• Approved $27,950.00 for two rooftop HVAC units (5-0)
• Approved amended meter reading agreement with Bermex (5-0)
• Forwarded short-term rental ordinance to planning commission (5-0)
• Appointed Christy Osborn to City Utility Commission (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a grant application for the GRANT Program of 2024 and a first reading of a Cable Television Franchise Ordinance. The body will also consider a rezoning request for Merrit Drive and 11th Street.

• GRANT Program of 2024 project application for up to $250,000
• First reading of Cable Television Franchise Ordinance
• Rezoning #1167 for 1.672 acres at Merrit Drive & 11th Street
• Appointment of Jenna Basham as Project Manager
• Resolution approving Human Resources Report dated August 13, 2024

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, including the HR report and a grant application, and adopted Ordinance 39-24 on first reading to authorize a cable franchise agreement with Spectrum. The board also informally agreed to list the Municipal Power & Light Administrative Office Building for sale at an asking price, begin a city manager succession search, and review a revised short-term rental ordinance at the next meeting. No final decisions were made on the property sale, succession plan, or rental ordinance.

• Approved consent agenda including HR report and GRANT grant application (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 39-24 on first reading for Spectrum cable franchise (5-0)
• Agreed informally to list MPL Admin Building for sale at asking price via Herron Auction Realty
• Agreed informally to begin city manager succession search in late Aug/early Sept 2024
• Approved Resolution 48-24 authorizing HMP&L and City to take action in Big Rivers cases (5-0)
• Entered executive session for real property and litigation discussion (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold second readings on ordinances amending the house numbering plan, the FY2025 job classification and pay plan, and budgeted positions for the Parks and Recreation Department. They will also discuss accepting a stormwater utility improvement for Copper Creek Condominium, adopting the National Fuel Gas Code, and possible action on auctioning surplus property at 100 Fifth Street, followed by an executive session on real property sale.

• Second reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 20 house numbering plan to allow preliminary addresses before final plat approval
• Second reading: Ordinance amending FY2025 Job Classification and Pay Plan
• Second reading: Ordinance amending FY2025 budgeted positions and classifications for non-hazardous Parks and Recreation positions
• Ordinance accepting public utility improvements – stormwater system for Copper Creek Condominium Project
• Discussion and possible action on auction of surplus property at 100 Fifth Street

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes accepting a $695,430 Federal Aviation Administration grant for extending Runway 09/27 at Henderson City-County Airport (design only). They will also take up multiple ordinances, including closing an unimproved right-of-way between Eights and Seventh Streets and between Elm and Green Streets, amending the house numbering plan, and updating the FY2025 job classification and pay plan. Several municipal orders are on the agenda, such as awarding bids for fire department uniforms and a new full-size SUV, as well as approving a sports complex naming rights agreement.

• Resolution accepting $695,430 FAA grant for Henderson City-County Airport runway extension design
• Ordinance closing unimproved right-of-way between Eights and Seventh Streets and between Elm and Green Streets
• Municipal Order awarding bid for fire department uniforms
• Municipal Order awarding bid for one new 2024 or newer full-size SUV
• Municipal Order approving sports complex naming rights agreement

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will swear in Police Chief Billy Bolin and recognize a new finance employee. The agenda includes approving a salary increase for the City Manager and purchasing John Deere equipment for the Sports Complex. The board will also address roadway repairs and property addressing updates.

• Swearing-in of Police Chief Billy Bolin
• 2% salary increase for the City Manager
• Purchase of John Deere equipment totaling $69,815.79 for the Sports Complex
• Ordinance to close public right-of-way between 7th/8th and Elm/Green Streets
• Agreement with Henderson County Fiscal Court for Dana Drive repairs

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will review ordinances regarding medical cannabis zoning and fiscal year budget amendments. The meeting includes resolutions for various local service agreements, including funding for the Planning Commission and animal control services. The board will also consider a grant application for the Merrill Trail Extension Project.

• Ordinance amending zoning regulations related to medical cannabis
• Funding of $418,290.00 for the Henderson-Henderson County Planning Commission
• Agreement with the Humane Society of Henderson County for $145,172.00
• Grant application for the Merrill Trail Extension Project totaling $280,960.00
• Water and sewer service agreement with Tyson Chicken, Inc.

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the Fiscal 2025 Budget and the HWU Budget for Fiscal 2025. The agenda also includes second readings for an annexation on Old Corydon Road and updates to medical cannabis zoning. Additionally, the board will review resolutions regarding city attorney salary and municipal agreements.

• Adoption of Fiscal 2025 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance
• Annexation ordinance for 2144 Old Corydon Road
• Ordinance amending zoning relating to medical cannabis
• Resolution increasing City Attorney salary by 2%
• Agreement with Henderson Distilling, LLC regarding waiver of right of first refusal

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review several ordinances and budgets. This includes a presentation on the HMP&L Fiscal 2025 budget and updates to taxation rules for non-profit events. The board will also consider utility improvements for the Copper Creek Condominium Project.

• Ordinance amending business and occupational license fees for non-profit event sponsors ($150 or $300 per event)
• Presentation of the HMP&L budget for Fiscal 2025
• Acceptance of public utility improvements for Copper Creek Condominium Project at 3040 Copper Creek Drive
• Awarding a bid for mowing Canoe Creek and other tributaries
• Adoption of the HWU Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the use of approximately $610,906.82 in Municipal Road Aid Funds and $15,000.00 in LGEA Funds for fiscal year 2025. The meeting also includes first readings of ordinances concerning taxation, parks, and official compensation.

• Public hearing on $610,906.82 Municipal Road Aid and $15,000.00 LGEA Funds for street repairs
• Ordinance establishing annual compensation adjustments for the Mayor and Board of Commissioners
• Ordinance amending Chapter 21 regarding Business and Occupational License taxation
• Agreement with United Way of Henderson, Inc. for $7,500.00 to administer nonprofit grant applications
• Municipal orders for exterior painting of HART and demolition of four condemned properties

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Corporate Park Development Committee will meet to discuss the park's protective covenants. This discussion follows a request by Pittsburgh Tank & Tower to dissolve the covenants to allow for plant expansion and outdoor material storage.

• Discussion of Restrictive Covenants for Henderson Corporate Park
• Approval of April 13, 2021, meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the proposed Fiscal 2025 budget. The draft budget is $115,426,000, which is a 6.1% decrease from the amended fiscal 2024 budget.

• Review of proposed $115,426,000 Fiscal 2025 budget
• Discussion of $7,485,000 budget decrease primarily attributed to the Construction Fund
• Scheduled First Reading of Budget Ordinance and Public Hearing on May 28, 2024
• Scheduled Second Reading of Budget Ordinance on June 11, 2024

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will review several items including a federal aviation grant for the Henderson City-County Airport and various municipal orders. The meeting includes presentations regarding baseball, drug awareness, and local fireworks.

• $101,203.00 Federal Aviation Administration grant for airport runway extension and road relocation
• Ordinance amending Chapter 22 relating to parking
• Ordinance amending Chapter 17 regarding special events with alcohol
• Municipal order for purchase of two 2024 cutaway buses and one rear-loading van for H.A.R.T.
• Municipal order approving a property lease with Allstate Tower

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the purchase of property at 8221 Green River Road and a zoning ordinance amendment for short-term rental properties. The meeting also includes a budget amendment and a discussion on medicinal cannabis.

• Purchase of property at 8221 Green River Road
• Second reading of Zoning Ordinance amendment for Short-Term Rental Property
• Second reading of Ordinance Amending Fiscal 2024 Budget and Appropriations
• Annexation of 2340 Old Corydon Road
• Funding agreement with the Humane Society of Henderson County, Inc.

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a mid-year fiscal 2024 budget amendment and a zoning ordinance change for short-term rental properties. The meeting includes decisions on street maintenance bids and a property lease with Allstate Tower.

• Ordinance amending Mid-Year Fiscal 2024 Budget and Appropriations
• First reading of Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Short-Term Rental Property
• Municipal Order awarding bid for asphalt paving and street maintenance services
• Municipal Order approving property lease with Allstate Tower on Fifth Street
• Ordinance regarding annexation of 2340 Old Corydon Road

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider the second reading of a zoning ordinance for properties at Harpeth Glenn Trace and Sand Castle Drive. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from a previous work session regarding park and sports facilities.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 13-24 to rezone 12.218 acres at Harpeth Glenn Trace and Sand Castle Drive (PID #74-83) to R-2 Medium Density Residential with an amended master plan
• Ordinance amending 2023-2024 budgeted positions and job classifications for Parks and Recreation Department
• Discussion of a proposed $515,362.00 fabric covered multi-use shelter in Newman Park
• Discussion of a proposed $8,503,543.00 indoor multi-sport facility at the sports complex

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a Federal Transit Administration grant application for HART services. The agenda includes several municipal orders for stormwater management maintenance agreements and various city bids.

• Public hearing for HART FTA Grant Application
• Resolution for Kentucky 911 Services Board Grant ($182,000.00)
• Rezoning for Harpeth Glenn Trace and Sand Castle Drive
• Stormwater Management System Maintenance Agreements with Lighthouse Storage, Ken Butler, JP & MC LLC, and Walter Gary and Brenda Kay Crawford
• Bid award for Henderson Municipal Gas Bentley Point Phase 1 Gas Main Installation

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding Rezoning #1155. H Properties, LLC is requesting a zoning change and map amendment for approximately 12.218 acres to develop 34 medium density residential 60-foot lots.

• Public hearing for Rezoning #1155 at Harpeth Glen Trace and Sand Castle Drive
• Proposed development of 34 medium density residential 60-foot lots
• Review of Revised Master Plan/Development Plan submitted by H Properties, LLC

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called work session to review proposed facility additions. Assistant City Manager Dylan Ward will lead the discussion regarding an indoor facility and a covered multiuse facility.

• Discussion of indoor facility at the Sports Complex
• Discussion of covered multiuse facility at Newman Park

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will consider several second readings of ordinances, including the acceptance of new roadway and sidewalk improvements. The meeting also includes discussions on job classifications for the Police Department and Henderson Water Utility, as well as two rezoning requests.

• Acceptance of 945.2 feet of asphalt pavement and 1,890 linear feet of sidewalks on Barret Boulevard
• Creation of a Distribution and Collection System Specialist position for Henderson Water Utility
• Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding parking lots and garages
• Notice to Henderson County Fiscal Court of intent to annex property at 2144 Old Corydon Road
• Rezoning requests #1161 and #1162 for 1712 River's Edge and adjacent property

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will discuss amendments to the zoning ordinance and job classifications for the Henderson Water Utility. The meeting includes a presentation of a $22,934.20 refund check from SunLife and an update on sanitation.

• First reading of Ordinance accepting public improvements for Barret Boulevard Extension sidewalks
• First reading of Ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance regarding parking lots and garages
• First reading of Ordinances amending job classifications and budgeted positions for Henderson Water Utility
• Resolution approving preliminary Land and Water Conservation Grant acceptance for Anthony M. Brooks Park
• Presentation of a $22,934.20 refund check from SunLife

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting on February 27, 2024, to take the second and final reading of an ordinance that would amend the 2023-2024 budget to replace a vacant Parking Enforcement/Occupational Tax Representative position with an Account Technician Senior position in the Finance Department. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss potential employee appointments, discipline, or dismissals.

• Second reading of Ordinance 06-24: replaces vacant Parking Enforcement/Occ. Tax Rep (grade 10) with Account Technician Senior (grade 15) in Finance Dept.
• Parking enforcement duties to be absorbed by Occupational Tax Technician (grade 15).
• Executive session under KRS 61.810(1)(f) for discussion of employee appointment, discipline, or dismissal.
• Meeting held via video teleconference; broadcast on city website, Facebook, and Twitter.

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will consider reallocating a $2,067,242 grant for the Washington/Vine Water Main Upgrade project. The meeting also includes discussions on utility relocation agreements for the Watson Lane Project and various budget and zoning amendments.

• Resolution to reallocate $2,067,242 Cleaner Water Program Grant to the Washington/Vine Water Main Upgrade project
• Municipal Order for Utility Relocation Keep Cost Agreement between KYTC and Henderson Municipal Gas for Watson Lane Project
• Municipal Order awarding bid for Sports Complex Field Lighting
• Ordinance amending the Official Zoning Map
• Resolution accepting Planning Commission findings for Braxton Park Subdivision

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the FY2024 mid-year budget and the preliminary FY2025 budget. The session includes a review of General Fund revenue and expenditures through December 31, 2023.

• Review of FY2024 Mid-Year Budget
• Review of Preliminary FY2025 Budget
• Discussion of General Fund revenue, which reached $21,868,527 through December 31, 2023
• Review of General Fund expenditures, which totaled $17,189,885 through December 31, 2023
• Proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024 budget

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special called work session to meet with appointed committees. The session focuses on the mission and orientation of the Inner City Improvement Plan.

• Discussion of Inner City Improvement Plan mission and committee orientation

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several items for discussion and action, including second readings of an ordinance amending tax moratoriums and first readings of ordinances on job classification/pay and animal control. The board will also consider annexing 2340 Old Corydon Road and awarding a bid for tree purchase and installation at the Sports Complex, along with routine consent agenda items and presentations.

• Second reading: Ordinance amending tax moratoriums
• First reading: Ordinance amending job classification and pay plan
• First reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 6-Animals, Article II-Dogs
• Municipal Order annexing 2340 Old Corydon Road
• Municipal Order awarding bid for purchase and installation of trees for Sports Complex

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business and several notable items. They will hold second readings on a zoning amendment for shipping containers and a first reading on tax moratorium changes. The board will also consider bids for road construction, a golf course operations extension, and several real property transactions, including a sale of surplus property and a purchase agreement with Henderson Water Utility.

• Second reading: Zoning ordinance amendment relating to shipping containers
• First reading: Ordinance amending tax moratoriums
• Municipal Order awarding bid for Wathen Lane roadway construction
• Municipal Order approving extension of agreement for operations and maintenance of Bridges Golf Course
• Municipal Order authorizing sale of surplus real property at 228 and 230 N. Alvasia Street and 720 Third Street

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. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on January 16, 2024, at the Henderson County Extension Office. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Special called work session on strategic goal planning
• Department heads to present goals and objectives
• Meeting at Henderson County Extension Office, 3341 KY 351

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners and Water & Sewer Commission will hold a special called meeting to enter executive session for discussing the potential sale and purchase of real property near Old Corydon Road and Hwy 425. The agenda includes roll call, the executive session, and adjournment, with no other public business listed.

• Executive session under KRS 61.810(1)(b) to discuss real property sale/purchase
• Location: Old Corydon Road and Hwy 425 vicinity
• Joint meeting with Henderson Water & Sewer Commission
• Live streamed on city website, Facebook, and Twitter

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Henderson Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a first reading of a zoning ordinance that would allow shipping container homes and commercial facilities in certain districts, subject to professional engineer approval. The board will also vote on awarding bids for mowing city properties and a refuse packer, and hear a report on a rezoning at Harpeth Glenn Trace and Sand Castle Drive. Consent agenda items include approving minutes and a human resources report.

• First reading of ordinance amending zoning code to define and permit shipping container homes and commercial facilities
• Municipal order awarding bid for mowing of other city properties - Group B
• Municipal order awarding bid on refuse packer
• Rezoning #1155 with revised master plan/development plan at Harpeth Glenn Trace & Sand Castle Drive
• Resolution approving Human Resources Report