Crestview Hills public meetings in 2021

Police Authority

The Board reviewed November financial statements and approved the payment of bills. The Chief's report addressed cruiser procurement delays, traffic complaints on Calumet and US25, and a $2,152.45 refund from the Kentucky League of Cities.

• Approval of updated pay classification plan
• $2,152.45 refund from Kentucky League of Cities via Workers Compensation Audit
• Discussion regarding potential donation of a surplus cruiser to Western Kentucky
• Report on traffic enforcement at US25 and Arcadia
• Notice of delayed cruiser orders due to state contract pricing delays

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council will hold second readings of two ordinances: one to regulate the harboring of fowl within the city, and another to amend the 2021-2022 budget to account for CDBG utility assistance grant funds. The council will also consider resolutions related to opioid litigation settlements, appointments to the planning council, and HUD/CDBG program requirements.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-11-01 to regulate harboring of fowl
• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-11-02 to amend 2021-2022 budget for CDBG utility assistance grant funds
• Resolution 2021-12-01 appointing Mayor Paul Meier as representative to Kenton County Planning and Development Services Council
• Resolution 2021-12-02 approving actions for CDBG-CV Utility Relief Program
• Resolution 2021-12-04 implementing equal opportunity in housing programs

The Crestview Hills City Council approved two ordinances on second reading: one allowing chickens in residential areas for personal egg consumption or as pets, and another amending the 2021-2022 budget to account for a $50,000 Community Development Block Grant for delinquent utility costs. The council also authorized the city attorney to handle opioid litigation settlement compensation, appointed Mayor Paul Meier as the city's representative to the Kenton County Planning and Development Services Council, and approved several resolutions related to CDBG and HUD programs. No substantive decisions were made on the noise study request from residents; the city administrator was asked to look into it.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-11-01 allowing chickens in residential areas (5-0, McKinley absent)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-11-02 amending budget for CDBG utility assistance (5-0, McKinley absent)
• Authorized City Attorney to approve opioid litigation settlement compensation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12-01 appointing Mayor Meier as PDS Council representative (5-0, Kramer recused)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12-02 for CDBG-CV Utility Relief Program (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12-03 implementing HUD/CDBG program requirements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12-04 ensuring equal opportunity in housing (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Nov 11 and Nov 29 meetings (all ayes)

Public Works Committee

The Crestview Hills Public Works Committee is meeting to review old business items, including updates on Duke Energy work, road reconstruction projects, and upcoming paving. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear staff reports.

• Duke Energy work on Woodspoint Dr.
• Turkeyfoot Road project update
• Lookout Farm Dr. and Claiborne reconstruction update
• Upcoming paving on Shinkle Rd. and Summit Dr.
• Vernon Drive reconstruction

The Public Works Committee approved the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. They discussed Duke Energy's proposed gas line work in Crestview Hills and raised no objections, though the plan is subject to change pending state agency approvals. Updates were given on several projects, including Turkeyfoot Road improvements, Lookout Farm Drive and Claiborne Court reconstruction, and Horsebranch Road guardrails. The committee also noted that Sanitation District No. 1 approved reimbursing 50% of the City's cost for the Varsity Court storm sewer work.

• Approved the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Raised no objections to Duke Energy's proposed gas line work, subject to state agency approvals.
• Noted receipt of KYTC encroachment permit for Turkeyfoot Road pedestrian safety flags, with installation expected by mid-December.
• Acknowledged Sanitation District No. 1's approval of 50% reimbursement for Varsity Court storm sewer work.

City Council

The City Council will hear a presentation on economic development policy initiatives from RKG Associates, Inc. The Council will also conduct the first reading of an ordinance to amend the 2021-2022 budget for CBDG utility assistance grant funds.

• Presentation on Economic Development Policy Initiatives Recommendations by Russell Archambault
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-11-02 regarding 2021-2022 budget amendment for CBDG utility assistance grant funds

The council heard a presentation on economic development from RKG Associates and held the first reading of Ordinance 2021-11-02, which would amend the 2021-2022 budget to account for CDBG utility assistance grant funds. No vote was taken on the ordinance. The meeting adjourned at 4:58 p.m.

• Heard economic development presentation from Russell Archambault of RKG Associates
• Held first reading of Ordinance 2021-11-02 (budget amendment for CDBG utility assistance grant funds); no vote taken
• Adjourned at 4:58 p.m. by unanimous motion

Police Authority

The Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board held a regular meeting, accepting the 20-21 financial audit and October financial statements, and approving bills. The board also approved a new personnel policy chapter, year-end salary adjustments for all employees, and a purchase of pies for the department. The chief's report noted community events and upcoming training programs.

• Accepted 20-21 Financial Audit presented by Rankin, Rankin & Company
• Approved Chapter 24 of Personnel Policies
• Approved End of the Year Salary Adjustment for all employees
• Approved purchase of pies for department personnel
• Reviewed October financial statements and reconciliations

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items. They will vote on ordinances allowing 6-foot privacy fences in rear yards and approving a cable franchise with TBNK Cincinnati Bell, as well as resolutions for fire/EMS interlocal agreements with Edgewood and Fort Mitchell. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance regulating fowl. The meeting includes a presentation of the city audit and reports from the mayor and administrator.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-10-01 to allow 6 ft. privacy fences in rear yards of all residential zones
• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-10-02 approving TBNK Cincinnati Bell Cable Franchise
• Resolution 2021-11-01 approving interlocal agreement with City of Edgewood for Fire/EMS
• Resolution 2021-11-02 approving interlocal agreement with City of Fort Mitchell for Fire/EMS
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-11-01 regulating fowl in Crestview Hills

The Crestview Hills City Council approved a zoning text amendment allowing 6-foot privacy fences in rear yards of all residential zones, approved the TBNK Cincinnati Bell cable franchise ordinance after reconsideration, and approved interlocal agreements with Fort Mitchell and Edgewood for fire/EMS services. The council also accepted the 2020-2021 audit and approved a special meeting for a budget amendment.

• Approved zoning text amendment allowing 6-ft privacy fences in rear yards (all ayes, Luebbe absent)
• Approved TBNK Cincinnati Bell Cable Franchise Ordinance after withdrawing prior vote (all ayes, Kramer recused, Luebbe absent)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Fort Mitchell for fire/EMS services (all ayes)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Edgewood for fire/EMS services east of Turkeyfoot Rd (all ayes)
• Accepted 2020-2021 audit with unmodified opinion (all ayes)
• Approved special council meeting for Nov 29, 2021 to discuss budget amendment (all ayes)

Public Works Committee

The Crestview Hills Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss updates on several road reconstruction projects and upcoming paving work. The agenda includes old business updates on Turkeyfoot Road, Lookout Farm Drive, and Varsity Court, plus new business on paving Shinkle Road and Summit Drive.

• Turkeyfoot Road project update
• Lookout Farm Dr and Claiborne Reconstruction project update
• Lookout Farm Dr. West Reconstruction project update
• Varsity Court work update
• Upcoming paving: Shinkle Rd. (Crown Point Cir. to Secretariat Ct.) and Summit Dr. (Dixie Hwy. to Dixie Ln.)

The Public Works Committee approved the October 6, 2021 meeting minutes. They discussed the Turkeyfoot Road Improvement Project, noting construction is at least three state budget cycles away, and decided to hand-deliver a letter and KYTC handout to College Park residents to encourage comments by November 16. The committee also received updates on several road projects, including the completion of Varsity Court drainage and the ongoing reconstruction of Lookout Farm Drive and Claiborne Court.

• Approved October 6, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to hand-deliver letter and KYTC handout to College Park residents regarding Turkeyfoot Road project
• Noted Varsity Court drainage project complete, final invoice received
• Reported Western Lookout Farm Drive reconstruction substantially complete, sidewalk and restoration work pending
• Reported City waiting on change orders and final invoice for Lookout Farm Drive and Claiborne Court reconstruction from JPS Construction
• Reported City procuring engineer for guard rail design near Right Fork and Horsebranch roads
• Reported encroachment permit applied for Turkeyfoot Road pedestrian safety flags, supplies ordered
• Reported design work for Vernon Drive reconstruction in progress, target bid July 2022

Police Authority

The Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board handled routine approvals (September minutes, financial statements, and bills) and went into executive session to discuss personnel. After returning to open session, the board approved the annual appraisal compilation for Chief Schutte along with a merit raise effective November 1, 2021. A proposed new chapter of the Personnel Policies was tabled until the November meeting, when the annual audit will also be presented.

• Approved merit raise for Chief Schutte effective Nov. 1, 2021
• Tabled proposed new Personnel Policies chapter until November meeting
• Annual audit by Rankin, Rankin & Company scheduled for November meeting
• Crestview Hills: 1st reading of ordinance to allow 6' privacy fences in rear yards
• Lakeside Park: discussion of Sober Living House on Farmcrest and Turkeyfoot Road improvement project

Finance Committee

The Crestview Hills Finance Committee is meeting to review the audited financial statements for fiscal year 2020-2021 with the auditor, receive an update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, and discuss tax and accounting software implementation. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 25, 2021 meeting.

• Review of audited financial statements FY 2020-2021 with John Chamberlin of Chamberlin Owen & Company, Inc.
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund update
• Update on tax and accounting software implementation
• Approval of minutes from May 25, 2021 meeting

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the May 25, 2021 meeting and accepted the FY 2020-2021 audited financial statements and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), which received a clean (unmodified) opinion. The committee also discussed ARPA funding options and the status of the Edmunds GovTech software implementation, noting that the accounting software will not meet the January 1, 2022 deadline and may be dropped in favor of an alternative.

• Approved May 25, 2021 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2020-2021 ACFR as reported (unanimous)

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council will review two ordinances during this meeting. The council will also discuss recommended times for Halloween trick-or-treating.

• Ordinance 2021-10-01: allowing 6 ft. privacy fences in residential rear yards
• Ordinance 2021-10-02: TBNK Cincinnati Bell Cable Franchise Ordinance
• Proposed Halloween trick or treat times of 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Crestview Hills City Council held its regular meeting on October 14, 2021, approving the agenda and minutes from previous meetings. The council conducted first readings of two ordinances: one to allow 6-foot privacy fences in rear yards of all residential zones, and another to approve the TBNK Cincinnati Bell Cable Franchise. Both will have second readings on November 11, 2021. The council also approved recommended Halloween trick-or-treat times for October 31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2021 regular meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved September 16, 2021 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-10-01 (6-ft privacy fences in rear yards) — second reading set for Nov 11
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-10-02 (TBNK Cincinnati Bell Cable Franchise) — second reading set for Nov 11
• Approved Halloween trick-or-treat times: Oct 31, 6-8 p.m. (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Crestview Hills Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss updates on several infrastructure projects, including Turkeyfoot Road, Lookout Farm Drive, and Claiborne, as well as a water/drainage issue on Varsity Court and a sidewalk grant application for Horsebranch Road. The agenda is primarily informational, with no new business listed.

• Turkeyfoot Road project update
• Lookout Farm Dr and Claiborne reconstruction project update
• Lookout Farm Dr. West reconstruction project update
• Varsity Court water/drainage issue update
• Horsebranch Rd. sidewalks grant application

The Public Works Committee approved installing a guardrail on the western portion of Horsebranch Rd. near Right Fork Rd. after a resident reported vehicles leaving the roadway. It also approved a pedestrian flag system at Turkeyfoot Rd. and Town Center Blvd. The joint Edgewood-Crestview Hills sidewalk grant application was not awarded funds, and the cities plan to re-apply.

• Approved guardrail installation on western Horsebranch Rd. near Right Fork Rd. (all in favor)
• Approved pedestrian flag system at Turkeyfoot Rd. and Town Center Blvd. (all in favor)
• Approved Sept. 1, 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Noted Turkeyfoot Road Improvement Project public meeting scheduled for Oct. 26, 2021
• Reported Lookout Farm Drive and Claiborne Court punch list completed, final walk-through pending
• Reported Western Lookout Farm Drive reconstruction progressing with weather delays
• Reported Varsity Court drainage substantially complete after weather delays
• Reported joint sidewalk grant application not awarded SNK Grant Funds by OKI; re-application planned

Police Authority

The Board voted to adopt proposed changes to Chapters 13, 14, 17, 18, and 21 of the Personnel Policies. Members also approved employee evaluations and recommendations for the 2021-22 merit raise.

• Adoption of policy changes for Chapters 13, 14, 17, 18, and 21
• Approval of 21-22 Merit Raise recommendations
• Presentation of Lifesaving Award to Officer Metzger
• Review of August financial statements and bills
• Tabling of proposed Chapter 24 addition until October

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council is holding a special called meeting that includes a public hearing on the proposed real property tax rate for 2021. The council will consider the second reading of an ordinance adopting a rate of 0.162 per $100 of assessed valuation. The rest of the agenda is standard procedural items.

• Public hearing on proposed 2021 real property tax rate
• Second reading of Ordinance 2021-8-1 adopting tax rate of 0.162 per $100 of assessed valuation

The Crestview Hills City Council held a special meeting on September 16, 2021, and approved Ordinance 2021-8-01 on second reading, setting the real property tax rate for tax year 2021 at .162 per one hundred dollars of assessed valuation. The vote was 5-0, with Councilmember Arlene Luebbe not present. A public hearing on the proposed rate was held with no one in attendance. The meeting adjourned at 4:03 p.m.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-8-01, setting the 2021 real property tax rate at .162 per $100 of assessed valuation (5-0, Luebbe absent)

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving reports. The main items are a resolution to apply for increased fence heights in residential zones and an executive order revising the city's open records policy. A previously scheduled second reading of the 2021 tax rate ordinance has been moved to a special meeting on September 16.

• Resolution 2021-9-1: Authorizing application to Kenton County Planning Commission to increase fence heights in residential zones
• Executive Order 2021-9-1: Revising the city's Open Records Policy and request form
• Ordinance 2021-8-1 (2021 tax rate, real property) moved to Sept. 16 special meeting
• Approval of minutes from August 10, 2021 regular meeting

The Crestview Hills City Council approved Resolution 2021-9-1, authorizing an application to the Kenton County Planning Commission to increase the maximum rear yard fence height in residential zones from 4 feet to 6 feet. The motion carried with all ayes and no opposing votes. The council also approved the minutes of the August 12, 2021 meeting as amended. No other substantive decisions were made; the 2021 tax rate ordinance was moved to a September 16 special meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2021-9-1 to apply for increased fence heights in residential zones (all ayes)
• Approved August 12, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (all ayes)
• Moved 2021 tax rate ordinance to September 16 special meeting

Public Works Committee

The Crestview Hills Public Works Committee is meeting to approve minutes and receive updates on several infrastructure projects, including Turkeyfoot Road, Lookout Farm Drive, and Claiborne, as well as a water/drainage issue at Varsity Court. No new business is listed, so the meeting is primarily for status reports and discussion.

• Turkeyfoot Road project update
• Lookout Farm Dr and Claiborne reconstruction project update
• Lookout Farm Dr. West reconstruction project update
• Varsity Court water/drainage issue update
• Miscellaneous updates: Horsebranch Rd. sidewalks, I-275 lighting, street sweeping

The Public Works Committee met and approved the minutes from August 4, 2021. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports and updates on ongoing projects, including the Turkeyfoot Road Improvement Project, Lookout Farm Drive and Claiborne Court Reconstruction, Western Lookout Farm Drive Reconstruction, and Varsity Court Drainage. The next meeting is scheduled for October 6, 2021.

• Approved August 4, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Safety Committee

The Crestview Hills Public Safety Committee will review an updated parking ordinance and receive an update regarding the College Park Drive and Fraternity Circle intersection. The meeting also includes a tour of the Edgewood Fire Department facility and equipment.

• Updated Crestview Hills Parking Ordinance
• Update on College Park Drive and Fraternity Circle Intersection
• Tour of Edgewood Fire Department Facility and Equipment

The Crestview Hills Public Safety Committee approved minutes from January 21, 2021, and voted to support updates to the city's parking ordinance. They also approved installing a crosswalk at Lookout Farm Drive and Shinkle Rd., and directed staff to discuss a traffic study for the Town Center with management. The committee discussed but took no action on fire department consolidation.

• Approved minutes from January 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Crestview Hills parking ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved crosswalk at Lookout Farm Drive and Shinkle Rd. (unanimous)
• Directed City Administrator to discuss traffic study with Town Center management

Economic Development Committee

The committee voted to amend zoning text to allow 6-foot privacy fences in rear yards only, with vinyl fencing added to the class 5 description. It also approved an ordinance mirroring Independence's chicken regulations, also rear-yard only. The committee declined to change zoning for multi-family housing on Centre View Boulevard.

• Approved fence height amendment to 6 ft in rear yards only (all ayes)
• Approved chicken ordinance mirroring Independence, rear-yard only (all ayes)
• Declined to change zoning for multi-family housing on Centre View Boulevard

Police Authority

The Board reviewed July financial statements and approved the payment of bills. The meeting included reports on state grant reimbursements and departmental updates from Crestview Hills and Lakeside Park.

• Approval of Resolution 2021-03 to surplus old analog radios
• $56,841 Kentucky Homeland Security grant reimbursement for cruiser and body cameras
• Approval of July financial statements and bills
• Approval of July meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold second readings for ordinances regarding the city code, occupational license taxation, and alcohol hours. The council will also hold a first reading for the 2021 Real Property tax rate.

• Second Reading: Ordinance 2021-7-1 (S-26 Supplement to City Code)
• Second Reading: Ordinance 2021-7-2 (Gross Receipts taxation model)
• Second Reading: Ordinance 2021-7-3 (Alcohol Hours)
• First Reading: Ordinance 2021-8-1 (2021 Tax Rate, Real Property)
• Rescheduling of the September 9, 2021 special meeting

The Crestview Hills City Council approved three ordinances on second reading: the S-26 supplement to the city code, an amended occupational license ordinance adopting a gross receipts tax model effective January 1, 2022, and an amendment to alcohol hours. The gross receipts tax passed 5-1 with Council member Kramer dissenting on the $40,000 cap. The council also gave first reading to the 2021 real property tax rate ordinance, with a second reading scheduled for September 9, 2021.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-7-1 (S-26 code supplement) (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-7-2 (gross receipts tax model, effective Jan 1, 2022) (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-7-3 (alcohol hours amendment) (6-0)
• Gave first reading to Ordinance 2021-8-1 (2021 real property tax rate)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee approved the July 7, 2021 minutes and voted to change its meeting start time from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. for future meetings. No new contracts were approved; updates were given on ongoing projects, including the Turkeyfoot Road improvement, Lookout Farm Drive and Claiborne Court reconstruction, and Varsity Court drainage. The committee also discussed the possibility of making some Old Crestview Hills streets one-way, but no decision was made.

• Approved July 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved future Public Works Committee meetings to 9:00 a.m. (unanimous)

Police Authority

The Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board reviewed June finances, approved bill payments, and heard the chief's report on a planned student police academy with Thomas More University, officers completing field training, and a roundtable with Senator Rand Paul. The board also discussed social media reports of suspicious activity at the Oxford House on Carran Drive, with the chief urging citizens to call police directly.

• Approved June financial statements and bill payments
• Sgt. Paolucci planning possible student police academy with Thomas More University for Spring 2022
• Officers Holman and Metzger completed field training, now on solo patrol
• Discussed social media posts about Oxford House on Carran Drive; no recent complaints received
• Crestview Hills council had first readings on occupational license tax model and alcohol hours ordinances

Board of Adjustment

The Crestview Hills Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from Rick Meyer to reduce the side yard setback from 30 feet to 22 feet for a sunroom addition at 130 Man O War Court. The board will also approve minutes from the March 30, 2021 hearing and conduct any old business.

• Side yard setback variance of 8 feet requested by Rick Meyer at 130 Man O War Court
• Property located in R-PUD Zone
• Public hearing with testimony from applicant and city zoning administrator

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance request for 130 Man O War Court, allowing an 8-foot reduction in the side yard setback from 30 to 22 feet to construct a sunroom addition in the R-PUD Zone. The approval was conditional on maintaining or installing adequate landscaping screening and submitting a landscape plan to city staff for approval. The board also approved the minutes from the March 30, 2021 public hearing. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after a brief update on a landscaping plan for 6 Whitehouse Dr.

• Approved the minutes of the March 30, 2021 public hearing as submitted
• Approved the 8-foot side yard setback variance for 130 Man O War Court with conditions
• Required the applicant to maintain or install adequate landscaping screening in the side yard
• Required the applicant to submit a landscape plan to city staff for approval

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a change to the occupational license tax using a gross receipts model, an amendment to alcohol hours, and contracts for road and drainage projects. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• First reading of Ordinance 2021-7-2 to amend occupational license ordinance and enact gross receipts taxation
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-7-3 to amend alcohol hours
• Resolution 2021-7-01 authorizing contract with JPS Construction for Lookout Farm Drive Reconstruction
• Resolution 2021-7-02 authorizing contract with Lonkard Construction Co. for Varsity Court Drainage Project
• Executive Order 2021-7-1 declaring computer equipment as surplus

The Crestview Hills City Council approved two resolutions: one accepting a bid from JPS Construction for the Lookout Farm Drive Reconstruction Project, and another accepting a bid from Lonkard Construction Co. for the Varsity Court Drainage Project. Both motions passed unanimously. The council also held first readings on three ordinances, including one to amend the occupational license ordinance, which was discussed but not voted on.

• Approved Resolution 2021-7-01, accepting JPS Construction's bid for the Lookout Farm Drive Reconstruction Project.
• Approved Resolution 2021-7-02, accepting Lonkard Construction Co.'s bid for the Varsity Court Drainage Project.
• Held first reading of Ordinance 2021-7-1, adopting the S-26 Supplement to the Code of Ordinances.
• Held first reading of Ordinance 2021-7-2, amending the Occupational License Ordinance; discussion noted concerns about the $40,000 cap and a request for more information.
• Held first reading of Ordinance 2021-7-3, amending alcohol hours to clarify language.
• Approved Executive Order 2021-7-1, declaring computer equipment as surplus.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and review several infrastructure projects, including a draft 5-year roadwork plan based on a pavement condition assessment, updates on road reconstructions, and bids for two projects. The committee will also receive an update on a grant application for sidewalks.

• Draft 5 Year Roadwork Plan based on Street Inventory and Pavement Condition Rating Assessment
• Turkeyfoot Road Project Update
• Lookout Farm Dr and Claiborne Reconstruction Update
• Lookout Farm West Reconstruction – Review of Bids
• Varsity Court Water/Drainage Issue – Review of Bids

The Public Works Committee recommended City Council accept JPS Construction's $244,932.40 bid for Western Lookout Farm Drive reconstruction, which was lower than the engineer's estimate and budgeted amount. They also recommended accepting Lonkard Construction's $27,473 bid for Varsity Court drainage. The committee decided not to pursue municipal bonds for street work, opting to cash fund it, and discussed scheduling a fall 2021 meeting with Vernon Drive residents about street width. Minutes from June 2, 2021 were approved.

• Approved June 2, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of JPS Construction bid for Western Lookout Farm Drive reconstruction at $244,932.40 (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of Lonkard Construction bid for Varsity Court drainage at $27,473 (unanimous)
• Decided not to pursue municipal bonds for street work, will cash fund (consensus)

Police Authority

The Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board met and approved routine items including minutes, bills, and a resolution to surplus old backup weapons. The chief's report noted a successful charity car show that raised $8,000 for Cincinnati Children's Hospital, an increase in scam calls with one resident losing $22,000, and an update on a 2020 Town Center riot call. Council reports covered budget approvals and a parking ordinance.

• Approved Resolution 2021-02 to surplus old backup weapons
• Car show raised $8,000 for Cincinnati Children's Hospital
• Resident scammed out of $22,000; scam calls increasing
• Crestview Hills approved FY 2021-2022 budget
• Lakeside Park passed parking ordinance and adopted FY 2021-2022 budget

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council approved three ordinances and one resolution. They passed the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget, a budget amendment for 2020-2021, and an interlocal agreement for a one-stop shop. They also updated the city's purchasing and procurement policy, raising the mandatory bidding threshold to $30,000. No public comments were made during the road aid hearing.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-5-1, the revised PDS Interlocal Agreement (One Stop Shop), with all six council members voting yes.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-5-2, the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year Budget Amendment, with all six council members voting yes.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-5-3, the 2021-2022 Fiscal Year Budget, with all six council members voting yes.
• Approved Resolution 2021-6-1, updating the City Purchasing and Procurement Policy, with all ayes and no opposing votes.
• Approved the agenda and the minutes of the May 13, 2021 meeting, as amended, with all ayes and no opposing votes.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and review several road and infrastructure projects, including the draft 5-year roadwork plan, updates on Turkeyfoot Road, and reconstruction projects on Lookout Farm Dr, Claiborne, and Lookout Farm West. They will also review bids for the Lookout Farm West reconstruction and the Varsity Court water/drainage issue, and receive an update on the Horsebranch Rd. sidewalks grant application.

• Review of bids for Lookout Farm West Reconstruction
• Review of bids for Varsity Court water/drainage issue
• Draft 5-Year Roadwork Plan based on street inventory and pavement condition rating
• Update on Horsebranch Rd. sidewalks OKI SNK grant application
• Update on Turkeyfoot Road project

The Public Works Committee approved moving forward with Option 1, the lower-cost 5-year roadwork plan, and will review its status in one year. The decision followed a presentation by CT Consultants on the street inventory and assessment. The committee also discussed other projects, including a sidewalk grant application and road reconstructions, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved 5-year roadwork plan Option 1 (all in favor)
• Approved May 5, 2021 minutes as amended (all in favor)

Finance Committee

The Crestview Hills Finance Committee is meeting to review and discuss the transition to a gross receipts taxation model, revisions to the Occupational License Ordinance, and updates to the Procurement Policy. These are discussion items, not final decisions. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Review of transition to Gross Receipts Taxation Model
• Review of revisions to Occupational License Ordinance
• Review of updates to Procurement Policy
• Approval of April 29th, 2021 minutes

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend transitioning from the Net Profits Taxation to a Gross Receipts Taxation model with a $40,000 cap, and to recommend updates to the Occupational License Tax Ordinance, both to be presented at the July 8, 2021 City Council meeting. The committee also voted unanimously to recommend revisions to the City's Procurement Policy, to be presented at the June 10, 2021 Council meeting. The meeting included a presentation on the 2019 Gross Receipts Study and discussion of the ordinance changes.

• Approved minutes from April 29, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended transition to Gross Receipts Taxation with $40,000 cap to City Council (unanimous)
• Recommended Occupational License Tax Ordinance changes along with Gross Receipts transition to City Council (unanimous)
• Recommended Procurement Policy revisions to City Council (unanimous)

Police Authority

The Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board approved the FY21/22 budget, applying a $100,000 surplus. They also reviewed April finances, paid bills, and heard reports on training, recruit graduation, and a charity car show. Council reports covered budget and ordinance readings in both cities.

• Approved FY21/22 budget with $100,000 surplus application
• Active Threat Response class taught at 210 Thomas More Parkway
• Recruits Metzger and Holman to graduate May 27, 2021
• Charity car show June 5, 2021 at Crestview Hills Town Center
• Crestview Hills approved Chamberlin Owens as auditor and Edmunds GovTech software purchase

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council is holding a regular meeting with first readings of three ordinances: a revised interlocal agreement for the Kenton County Joint Code Enforcement Board, a budget amendment for the current fiscal year, and the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget. The council will also consider resolutions to approve audit services and accounting software purchases, and declare surplus equipment. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• First reading of Ordinance 2021-5-1: revised interlocal agreement for Kenton County Joint Code Enforcement Board
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-5-2: 2020-2021 fiscal year budget amendment
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-5-3: 2021-2022 fiscal year budget
• Resolution 2021-5-1: audit services with Chamberlin Owens Co, Inc.
• Resolution 2021-5-2: purchase of accounting software from Edmunds GovTech

The Crestview Hills City Council held its final virtual meeting, approving several resolutions and giving first readings to three ordinances, including the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget. The council also approved audit services with Chamberlin Owens Co., Inc. and the purchase of accounting software from Edmunds GovTech. No final decisions were made on the ordinances, which will require second readings at a future meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2021-5-1 for audit services with Chamberlin Owens Co., Inc. (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 2021-5-2 for purchase of accounting software from Edmunds GovTech (all ayes)
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-5-1 (PDS Interlocal Agreement)
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-5-2 (2020-2021 budget amendment)
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-5-3 (2021-2022 budget)
• Approved minutes of April 8 and April 27 meetings as amended (all ayes)

Public Works Committee

The Crestview Hills Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss updates on several road and infrastructure projects, including Turkeyfoot Road, Lookout Farm Dr and Claiborne, and Lookout Farm West. They will also review a street inventory for pavement condition ratings, a water/drainage issue on Varsity Court, a sidewalk grant application for Horsebranch Rd., and I-275 exit ramp lighting. The meeting includes approval of the April 7, 2021 minutes and staff reports.

• Turkeyfoot Road Project Update
• Lookout Farm Dr and Claiborne Reconstruction Update
• Lookout Farm West Reconstruction Update and Plans Discussion
• Street Inventory and Assessment for Pavement Condition Rating
• Horsebranch Rd. Sidewalks – OKI SNK Grant Application

The Public Works Committee met on May 5, 2021, and approved the April 7 minutes as amended. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates for ongoing projects, including Turkeyfoot Road, Lookout Farm Drive, and Horsebranch Rd. sidewalks, with plans for future bidding and construction.

• Approved April 7, 2021 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Noted Turkeyfoot Road project has no major updates; user group meetings to be scheduled
• Reported Lookout Farm Drive and Claiborne Court reconstruction is 1/3 complete by JPS Construction
• Discussed Lookout Farm West Street plans; bidding expected in June, construction in July/August
• Scheduled meeting with CT Consultants for May 7 on street inventory
• Discussed Varsity Court drainage plans with Viox & Viox
• Agreed to jointly fund Horsebranch Rd. sidewalk plans with Edgewood and apply for OKI funds
• Reported KYTC added shielding to I-275 exit ramp lights to reduce light pollution

Finance Committee

The Crestview Hills Finance Committee will review and discuss the Mayor's proposed FY 2021-2022 annual budget, along with revenue and budget amendment discussions. They will also consider a recommendation for auditing services from Van Gorder, Walker & Co., Inc. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and is a regular working session.

• Review of Mayor's proposed FY 2021-2022 annual budget
• Auditing services RFP & bid recommendation – Van Gorder, Walker & Co., Inc.
• Revenue discussion
• Budget amendment discussion
• Minutes approval – December 1st, 2020

The Crestview Hills Finance Committee voted to remove $350,000 in estimated American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds from the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget and $300,000 from FY 2020-2021 budget amendments, pending federal guidance. They also approved the auditing services bid to Van Gorder, Walker & Co., Inc., and voted to increase the property tax revenue line item to the compensating rate plus 4%.

• Approved minutes from December 1, 2020 Finance Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Awarded auditing services bid to Van Gorder, Walker & Co., Inc. (unanimous)
• Removed $350,000 ARPA funds from FY 2021-2022 budget (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2020-2021 budget amendments with $300,000 ARPA amount removed (unanimous)
• Changed property tax revenue to compensating rate plus 4% (unanimous)

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council met to finalize its goals and objectives for 2021-2022, ranking traffic congestion on Turkeyfoot Road and Thomas More Parkway as the top priority. The council also discussed funding for the project, potential changes to business taxation, and the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The meeting was a special session focused on goal setting, with no formal votes or ordinances.

• Top goal: address traffic congestion on Turkeyfoot Road and Thomas More Parkway
• Discussed converting from net profits tax to gross receipts tax; current net profits revenue ~$300,000, gross receipts estimated $350,000-$400,000
• City to receive approximately $630,000 from American Rescue Plan Act
• Considered removing FICA cap from occupational license fee
• Prioritized replacing older streets, with CT Consultants study expected by end of May or early June

The City Council held a special meeting to finalize its 2021-2022 goals and objectives, ranking traffic congestion on Turkeyfoot Road and Thomas More Parkway as the top priority. The council also discussed potential tax changes, including converting from net profits to gross receipts taxation, and noted the city expects about $630,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was for goal-setting and discussion only.

• Adopted multi-year goals for 2021-2022, with Turkeyfoot Road/Thomas More Parkway traffic congestion as top priority
• Moved street lighting and LED conversion from tier I to tier II goals
• Discussed potential conversion from net profits to gross receipts tax, referred to Finance Committee for evaluation
• Noted $630,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds expected, placed in budget but not for operating obligations

Board of Ethics

The Crestview Hills Board of Ethics met to review a complaint filed by D. Anthony Brinker against city council member Arlene Leubbe, alleging abuse of power, filing a false police report, and perjury. The board determined that the false police report and perjury allegations fell outside its jurisdiction, and found the abuse of power claim did not meet the city code's standard. The board also reviewed 2021 financial disclosure statements, noting missing income information and a missing signature, and introduced a new city administrator.

• Complaint against Arlene Leubbe: abuse of power, false police report, perjury
• Board dismissed false police report and perjury allegations as outside jurisdiction
• Abuse of power claim not sustained; actions deemed reasonable and within citizen rights
• Financial disclosure: Mayor Paul Meier's income to be confirmed; Tim McKinley's signature missing
• Alex Mattingly introduced as new City Administrator

Police Authority

The Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board held its regular April meeting, approving minutes, bills, and a motion to surplus unused light bulbs to Crestview Hills. The board also had the first reading of the proposed 21-22 budget, with surplus application to be decided in May. Chief Schutte reported on an active threat presentation, improved radio functionality, and a peaceful assembly.

• Approved payment of March bills
• Surplus fluorescent light bulbs and ballasts to City of Crestview Hills
• First reading of proposed 21-22 budget
• Discussed applying surplus to budget, decision deferred to May
• Chief reported P25 radio amplifier installed, improving radio functionality

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council is meeting to consider a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign a Memorandum of Agreement for the Northern Kentucky Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, reports, and committee updates.

• Resolution 2021-4-1: Authorizing mayor to sign Memorandum of Agreement for Northern Kentucky Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Crestview Hills City Council approved Resolution 2021-4-1, authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Agreement for the Northern Kentucky Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The meeting was held via video teleconference, with all members present. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and discussion.

• Approved the agenda for the April 8, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the minutes of the March 11, 2021 regular meeting.
• Approved Resolution 2021-4-1, authorizing the Mayor to sign the Northern Kentucky Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan agreement.
• Approved a virtual goal-setting review meeting for April 27, 2021 at 5 p.m.

Public Works Committee

The Crestview Hills Public Works Committee is meeting via video teleconference to discuss ongoing road and infrastructure projects, including the Turkeyfoot Road Project and reconstruction updates for Lookout Farm Dr, Claiborne, and Lookout Farm West. They will also review a street inventory and pavement condition assessment, address a water/drainage issue on Varsity Court, and consider a grant application for sidewalks on Horsebranch Rd. New business includes the appointment of a new Public Works Director, John Scheben, Jr.

• Turkeyfoot Road Project update
• Lookout Farm Dr and Claiborne Reconstruction Update
• Lookout Farm West Reconstruction Update
• Varsity Court water/drainage issue
• Horsebranch Rd. sidewalks OKI SNK grant application

The Public Works Committee met via video teleconference and approved the March 17, 2021 minutes. Members heard updates on several projects, including the Turkeyfoot Road Improvement Project, Lookout Farm Drive and Claiborne Court Reconstruction, and Lookout Farm West Street Reconstruction, with the latter expected to be bid in late May 2021. The committee also discussed contributing city funds to the Turkeyfoot project for right-of-way amenities and noted the 2021-2022 budget would include $200,000 for street work. No formal decisions were made on these items; the only action was approving the prior minutes.

• Approved the March 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussed possible city funding for Turkeyfoot Road right-of-way amenities
• Noted Lookout Farm West Street Reconstruction to be bid in late May 2021
• Heard that Horsebranch Rd. sidewalk plans are in progress with joint funding
• Noted $200,000 reserved in 2021-2022 budget for street inventory recommendations

Board of Adjustment

The Crestview Hills Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from Tom Hudepohl on behalf of Mike and Kelli Griffin for a 10-foot-high fence around a proposed tennis court at 6 Whitehouse Drive. The board will also elect officers for 2021 and approve minutes from the August 4, 2020 hearing.

• Variance request for additional 6 feet of fencing (total 10 feet) for tennis court at 6 Whitehouse Drive in R-1Bc Zone
• Election of officers for 2021
• Approval of minutes from August 4, 2020 public hearing

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance request by Tom Hudepohl, Inc. on behalf of Mike and Kelli Griffin to allow a 10-foot-tall fence around a proposed tennis court at 6 Whitehouse Drive, exceeding the 6-foot limit in the R-1Bc Zone. The approval included conditions recommended by staff (black color, no mesh or solid liner, repair within 90 days if damaged or faded) plus an additional condition requiring a landscape plan to be submitted and approved by the City Zoning Administrator. The motion passed with three ayes and one opposing vote. The board also re-elected Wayne Clark as Chairperson and Dave Wurtenberger as Vice Chairperson for 2021, and approved the minutes of the August 4, 2020 public hearing.

• Approved the 6-foot fence height variance for the tennis court at 6 Whitehouse Drive, with conditions including black color, no mesh or solid liner, repair within 90 days, and landscape plan approval.
• Re-elected Wayne Clark as Chairperson and Dave Wurtenberger as Vice Chairperson for the 2021 calendar year.
• Approved the minutes of the August 4, 2020 public hearing as submitted.

Public Works Committee

The Crestview Hills Public Works Committee approved the February minutes and voted to move its meetings to the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m., starting April 7, 2021. Updates were provided on several road projects, including the Turkeyfoot Road improvement, Lookout Farm Drive and Claiborne Court reconstruction, and street inventory assessment, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved February 17, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to move meetings to first Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. starting April 7, 2021

Police Authority

The Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board approved a resolution to buy body-worn and in-car camera systems from Brite Industries for $74,272. The board also reviewed finances, heard the chief's report on a $56,841 Homeland Security grant for cameras, and discussed updates on fraud cases, building improvements, and a potential mold issue. Council reports covered local items like an animal control ordinance and sidewalk funding.

• Approved Resolution 2021-01: $74,272 for body-worn and in-car cameras from Brite Industries
• Received $56,841 Homeland Security grant for camera program
• Noted increase in unemployment benefit fraud cases
• Completed building updates: new carpet, painting, LED lighting
• Crestview Hills addressing potential mold in Evidence Room

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council will consider several resolutions, including applying for a $200,000 Community Development Block Grant to provide utility relief to residents, approving an engineering agreement for a sidewalk grant application, and accepting an easement. The council will also hold a second reading of an ordinance amending animal control regulations. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and reports.

• Resolution 2021-3-1: Authorizes filing for a CDBG-CV grant up to $200,000 for utility relief
• Resolution 2021-3-2: Approves joint agreement with Edgewood and CT Consultants for sidewalk grant application on Horsebranch Road
• Resolution 2021-3-3: Accepts easement on Shaker Heights Lane from Lookout Farm Homeowners Association
• Ordinance 2021-2-1 (second reading): Amends animal control sections 90.01-90.99 of city code

The Crestview Hills City Council adopted Ordinance 2021-2-1 amending animal control sections of the city code. It also approved three resolutions: one to apply for a Community Development Block Grant of up to $200,000 for utility relief, one to enter an agreement with CT Consultants for a sidewalk grant application on Horsebranch Road, and one to accept an easement on Shaker Heights Lane. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-2-1 amending animal control sections 90.01-90.99.
• Approved Resolution 2021-3-1 to file a CDBG-CV grant application for up to $200,000 for utility relief.
• Approved Resolution 2021-3-2 for a joint agreement with Edgewood and CT Consultants for sidewalk grant application on Horsebranch Road.
• Approved Resolution 2021-3-3 accepting an easement on Shaker Heights Lane from Lookout Farm Homeowners Association.
• Approved the meeting agenda and the minutes of the previous meeting.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review old business items including the Turkeyfoot Road Project, Lookout Farm Dr and Claiborne Reconstruction, Lookout Farm West Reconstruction, and a street inventory for pavement condition ratings. New business includes a resident's request for crosswalks at Shinkle and Lookout Farm and at BBT Bank and Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. The meeting is virtual and includes approval of the January 20th minutes.

• Turkeyfoot Road Project update
• Lookout Farm Dr and Claiborne Reconstruction
• Lookout Farm West Reconstruction
• Street Inventory and Assessment for Pavement Condition Rating
• Crosswalk request from resident at 2732 Main Chase Lane

The Public Works Committee discussed several road projects and deferred a resident's crosswalk request until after upcoming roadwork. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the only vote was to approve the January 20, 2021 minutes. The committee received updates on the Turkeyfoot Road Improvement Project, Lookout Farm Drive and Claiborne Court Reconstruction, and Lookout Farm West Street Reconstruction.

• Approved January 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred resident crosswalk request at Shinkle Rd./Lookout Farm Dr. and Lookout Farm Dr./Dixie Hwy until roadwork complete
• Discussed Turkeyfoot Road Improvement Project, including right-in/right-out design and traffic light status
• Discussed Sanitation District No. 1's 50% contribution to storm water work for Lookout Farm Drive/Claiborne Court
• Discussed easement transfer from Lookout Farms HOA for Shaker Heights Lane
• Discussed Lookout Farm West Street Reconstruction, with bidding expected May/June 2021

Police Authority

The Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board met via WebEx and approved moving forward with upgrading department-issued backup weapons at an approximate cost of $500. The board also reviewed January finances, paid bills, and heard the chief's report on the planned charity car show for June 5, 2021, benefiting Children's Hospital. Council reports covered recent city actions in Crestview Hills and Lakeside Park, including ordinances and resolutions on animal control, street repairs, and engineering services.

• Approved backup weapon upgrade, approximate cost $500
• Charity car show scheduled for June 5, 2021, benefiting Children's Hospital
• January financial statement and reconciliations reviewed; bills paid
• Crestview Hills: first reading of animal control ordinance and right-of-way dedication on Shaker Heights
• Lakeside Park: resolution to equalize street repair funding with gasoline tax

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council is meeting virtually to consider several ordinances and resolutions. They will vote on adopting a code supplement, and have first readings on animal control amendments and a right-of-way dedication. They will also consider contracts for pavement condition rating and engineering services for road reconstruction, along with appointments and a resolution on state transportation funding.

• Ordinance 2021-2-1: Amending animal control sections (90.01-90.99) of city code
• Ordinance 2021-2-2: Accepting right-of-way dedication plat on Shaker Heights Lane from Lookout Farm HOA
• Resolution 2021-2-1: $7,000 contract with CT Consultants for pavement condition rating
• Resolution 2021-2-3: $10,880 contract with James W. Berling Engineering for Lookout Farm Drive reconstruction plans
• Executive Orders appointing T. Alex Mattingly as Distilled Spirits and Malt Beverage Administrator and Zoning Administrator

The Crestview Hills City Council approved the S-25 Supplement to the Code of Ordinances (Ordinance 2021-1-1) on second reading, and approved three resolutions: a $7,000 pavement condition rating contract with CT Consultants, a resolution supporting state transportation funding, and a $10,880 engineering services contract with James W. Berling Engineering for Lookout Farm Drive reconstruction. The council also held the first reading of an animal control ordinance (2021-2-1) and removed two agenda items: a right-of-way dedication plat on Shaker Heights Lane and a new business item requested by the Mayor.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-1-1, S-25 Supplement to Code of Ordinances (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-2-1, $7,000 pavement condition rating contract with CT Consultants (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-2-2, supporting state transportation funding (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-2-3, $10,880 engineering services contract with James W. Berling Engineering (6-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 2021-2-1, animal control amendments; second reading set for March 11, 2021
• Removed from agenda: right-of-way dedication plat on Shaker Heights Lane (Item 2, New Business)
• Approved minutes of January 14 and January 23, 2021 meetings as amended

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council held a special goal-setting meeting, approving council committee assignments. Discussions covered city finances, the Turkeyfoot Road project, police funding, and the HVAC system, but no major policy decisions were made beyond the committee approval.

• Approved council committee assignments (all ayes, no opposition)
• Discussed Turkeyfoot Road improvements with KYTC, no action taken
• Reviewed city finances, noting revenues down only 7-8% despite COVID-19 projections
• Discussed potential new accounting software, no decision made
• Reviewed police funding formula, no action taken
• Discussed HVAC replacement, awaiting engineer report
• Discussed Centre View Park completion and funding, no decision made
• Discussed 2021 concert plans, final decision deferred to February meeting

Safety Committee

The Safety Committee approved a revised Animal Control Ordinance, based on the county's February 2020 version, with changes removing community cat and catch-and-release programs. The ordinance allows dogs to be off-leash if under control, simplifies declaring a dog vicious, and continues to permit chickens. It will go to the City Council for first reading on February 11, 2021. The committee also discussed traffic issues at Fraternity Circle and College Park Drive, noting improved compliance after signage and enforcement.

• Approved revised Animal Control Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 24, 2018 and January 2, 2020 meetings (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 11:50 AM (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The committee will review ongoing projects for Turkeyfoot Road, Lookout Farm Drive, Claiborne, and Varsity Court. New business includes a proposal for a street inventory and pavement condition rating assessment.

• Turkeyfoot Road Project update
• Lookout Farm Dr and Claiborne reconstruction
• Varsity Court drainage
• Lookout Farm West Street reconstruction
• Proposed street inventory and pavement condition rating assessment

City Council

The Crestview Hills City Council is meeting virtually to handle routine business and several key items. They will vote on a second reading of a budget amendment for the Lookout Farm and Claiborne Court street reconstruction project, and consider resolutions for related agreements. The council must also appoint a new member to fill a vacancy and make appointments to the PDS Council.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2020-12-01: budget increase of $647,830.50 for Lookout Farm and Claiborne Court street reconstruction
• Appointment of new council member to fill vacancy left by Joe Roesel's resignation, deadline February 1
• Resolution 2021-1-02: Public Cost Share Program Agreement with Sanitation District No. 1 for street and storm water improvements
• Resolution 2021-1-03: Professional services agreement with Viox and Viox, Inc for Varsity Court drainage project engineering
• Resolution 2021-1-04: Amended contract with JPS Construction Inc. for Lookout Farm and Claiborne Court reconstruction