Kenton County public meetings in 2021

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court is considering several resolutions, including a budget adjustment for the current fiscal year and an agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to fund the widening of KY 536. The agenda also includes various contract approvals, personnel changes, and equipment bids.

• Resolution 21-29: Agreement for local matching funds for the widening and realignment of KY 536 from US 25 to KY 1303
• Resolution 21-01S: Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments
• Bid award to Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body cameras and tasers for the Kenton County Police Department
• Bid award to Jackson Creek Manufacturing for two animal control truck bodies
• Bid award to FYDA Freightliner for a roll-off truck

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved a resolution authorizing the Judge/Executive to execute an agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to transfer local matching funds for the Federal Build Grant for widening and realigning KY 536 from US 25 to KY 1303. The court also approved the Sheriff's 2022 General Term Order, the Clerk's 2022 Budget, and numerous other items including personnel actions, bids, and surplus declarations. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading with no action taken.

• Approved resolution authorizing KY 536 widening fund transfer agreement
• Approved Sheriff's 2022 General Term Order
• Approved Clerk's 2022 Budget
• Approved promotion of Nick Rhoden to Sergeant I
• Approved consent agenda including bids, surplus, and contracts
• Approved 2022 Fiscal Court meeting schedule
• Approved various personnel appointments, promotions, and resignations
• Introduced ordinances 121.44 and 150.7 for first reading

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider a budget adjustment resolution, approve several contracts and surplus items, and recognize award recipients. The agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, claims, and personnel actions, along with presentations on regional organizations and commendations for officers.

• Resolution 21-01R for fiscal year budget adjustments
• Agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to replace culvert on KY 2046 (Paxton Road)
• Renewal of software contract with Cerkl for Administration Department
• Award electrical services bid to Glenwood Electric, Inc.
• Award audit accounts bid to Patrick & Associates, LLC

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved the November 9 minutes, a claims list, budget adjustments totaling $22,500, and all consent agenda items including surplus of equipment, a culvert replacement agreement, software renewal, and bids to Glenwood Electric and Patrick & Associates. The court also approved five executive orders for appointments and a resignation. Presentations included the Pioneer Award to Dr. Ray Hebert and commendations to four police officers.

• Approved minutes from November 9, 2021 meeting (4-0).
• Approved claims list dated November 19, 2021 and scheduled next claims list for December 23, 2021 with checks on December 28, 2021 (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-01R for budget adjustments: $1,500 for vehicle maintenance and $21,000 for unused sick pay (4-0).
• Approved consent agenda items 21-156 through 21-161, including surplus of technology items, a 2010 Dodge Charger, a 2015 Blue Diamond Bush Hog, a file cabinet, a culvert replacement agreement on KY 2046, software renewal with Cerkl, electrical bid to Glenwood Electric, and audit bid to Patrick & Associates (4-0).
• Approved Executive Order 21-147 appointing David Pergram as Fleet Services Technician (4-0).
• Approved Executive Order 21-148 appointing Jason McKinney as Public Services Seasonal Technician (4-0).
• Approved Executive Order 21-149 appointing Skylar Seibert as Shelter Technician (4-0).
• Approved Executive Order 21-150 appointing Michael Willen as Technology Administrator (4-0).

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the Kenton County Park Master Plan update and receive progress reports on various park, capital, and recreation programs. The meeting also includes an annual review of Shelter House reservations.

• Kenton County Park Master Plan Update
• Park Projects Updates
• Capital Projects Updates
• Recreation Programs Updates
• Shelter House Reservation Annual Review

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider a second reading of an ordinance granting Cincinnati Bell Extended Territories LLC a 10-year cable franchise for unincorporated areas, along with budget adjustments and several personnel actions. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and consent agenda items.

• Ordinance 451.20: 10-year cable franchise renewal with Cincinnati Bell Extended Territories LLC
• Resolution 21-01Q: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Consent agenda: Accept bid from Riegler Blacktop for cart path paving at county golf courses
• Consent agenda: Approve lease agreement with Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs
• Executive orders: Reappoint five members to Local Board of Health, approve 2022 holiday schedule, renew police chief contract, and various police/public works personnel actions

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a 10-year cable franchise with Cincinnati Bell Extended Territories LLC for unincorporated areas, and approved budget adjustments of $20,000 for hazardous material cleanup and $37,500 for golf course cart path repairs. The court also approved a consent agenda including a cart path paving bid, a lease with the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs, and surplus of 16 televisions, plus several personnel actions and the 2022 holiday schedule.

• Approved Cincinnati Bell cable franchise, 10-year term (4-0)
• Approved budget adjustments: $20,000 hazmat cleanup, $37,500 cart paths (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda: Riegler Blacktop cart path bid, VA lease, surplus 16 TVs (4-0)
• Approved re-appointments to Local Board of Health (4-0)
• Approved 2022 Fiscal Court holiday schedule (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Chief Spike Jones contract (4-0)
• Approved personnel actions: hires, resignations, promotion, step increase (4-0)
• Approved cancellation of Dec. 28, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is meeting to review fiscal year budget adjustments, approve several service contracts, and consider ordinance changes. The agenda includes items ranging from real estate purchases to updates on the drug strike force.

• Resolution 21-01P regarding fiscal year budget adjustments
• Ordinance 121.43 amending the County Administrative Code regarding sexual abuse policy and purchasing
• Lease agreement between the Office of the Attorney General and the Fiscal Court for space in the new Administration Building
• Ratification of real estate purchase and sale agreement for KY Highway 17 property from Sons of Independence, LLC
• Awarding waste removal contracts to Best Way Disposal and Bavarian Trucking

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a lease agreement with the Office of the Attorney General for space in the new Kenton County Administration Building, previously vacated by PDS. The court also approved budget adjustments, a resolution recognizing Pioneer Award honorees, an ordinance adding a Sexual Abuse Policy and Sourcewell to the Administrative Code, and a 14-item consent agenda. All votes were unanimous 4-0.

• Approved lease agreement with Office of the Attorney General for space in new Administration Building (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-01P for FY budget adjustments totaling $441,000 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-28 recognizing 2021 Pioneer Award honorees (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 121.43 (2nd reading) adding Sexual Abuse Policy and Sourcewell to Administrative Code (4-0)
• Approved 14-item consent agenda including vehicle surpluses, contracts, and agreements (4-0)
• Approved Executive Orders 21-133, 21-134, 21-135 for personnel changes (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 28, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at 5:30 P.M. at the Historic Kenton County Courthouse has been canceled. The cancellation was ordered by County Judge/Executive Kris A. Knochelmann under KRS 67.090 (3). No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Meeting canceled for October 12, 2021
• Original meeting location: Historic Kenton County Courthouse, 5272 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051
• Order issued by Judge/Executive Kris A. Knochelmann

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court will review several items including budget adjustments, grant agreements for the airport, and a proposed ordinance regarding public property. The agenda also includes requests for vehicle purchases, staff promotions, and the rescinding of the burn ban.

• Ordinance No. 1010.2: Prohibiting camping and storing personal property on certain public property
• Resolution No. 21-01O: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution No. 21-27: Grant agreements for the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport
• Agreement with Brandstetter/Carroll for police department design services not to exceed $100,000
• Executive Order 21-132: Rescinding the burn ban

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved an adjustment to the deputy jailer pay scale, effective September 26, 2021, to address staffing shortages. The court also approved several other items, including a revised administrative code allowing cooperative purchasing through Sourcewell, a camping ban on certain public property, and a consent agenda covering vehicle purchases, healthcare services, and design contracts.

• Approved deputy jailer pay scale adjustment (4-0)
• Approved Sheriff's amended term order for vehicle purchase (4-0)
• Approved revisions to Administrative Code adding Sourcewell cooperative purchasing (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1010.2 prohibiting camping on certain public property (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-01O for FY budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-27 for airport grant agreements (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-L, except 21-137 (4-0)
• Approved Exhibit 21-137 for Brandstetter/Carroll design services up to $100,000 (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider a tax agreement for a medical office building in Edgewood, approve budget adjustments, declare a Bromley property surplus, and hear the first reading of a camping prohibition ordinance. The agenda also includes consent items such as a TANK transit center MOU, CDBG grant agreements, a multi-use path design contract, and a detention center health services bid.

• Agreement in lieu of taxes for AL. NEYER LLC medical office building in Edgewood
• Resolution 21-01N: Fiscal Year budget adjustments
• Resolution 21-25: Declare 227 Shelby Street, Bromley surplus and authorize disposal
• Ordinance 1010.2 (first reading): Prohibit camping and storing personal property on certain public property
• Exhibit 21-125: Accept Integrated Engineering proposal for multi-use path design on Independence Station Road

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved an Agreement in Lieu of Taxes for a medical office building in Edgewood, to be developed by Al Neyer, LLC with St. Elizabeth and CincyOrtho as tenants. The court also approved budget adjustments, a surplus property transfer, a consent agenda, executive orders, and a resolution supporting a road project. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved Agreement in Lieu of Taxes for Edgewood medical office building (3-0)
• Approved FY budget adjustments: $176,000 for elevator repairs, $43,000 for unused sick pay (3-0)
• Declared 227 Shelby St, Bromley surplus and authorized disposal (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda: TANK MOU, CDBG grants, path design, jail medical services (3-0)
• Approved appointments and retirements via executive orders (3-0)
• Approved Treasury Department reorganization (3-0)
• Approved Mallinckrodt bankruptcy terms (3-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Bromley-Crescent Springs Road project (3-0)

Fiscal Court

Kenton County Fiscal Court is scheduled to approve a resolution for $100,000,000 in National Finance Authority Revenue Bonds to finance the Saint Elizabeth Medical Center project. The body will also vote on the 2021-2022 budget amendment, a fire rate increase for the Crescent Springs protected area, and a job assessment fee agreement with the City of Walton. Additionally, the court will accept bids for road paving and approve sole-source contracts for police and detention center security systems.

• Resolution 21-24: Approve $100,000,000 in revenue bonds for Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Inc.
• Ordinance 226.01: Second reading of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget Amendment
• Ordinance 971.17: Adopt interlocal agreement with City of Walton for Job Assessment Fee collection
• Sole-source approval for Flightwave Aerospace Systems Edge-130 UAS for Kenton County Police
• Sole-source approval for Accurate Controls, Inc. for Detention Center Security Control Operations

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of up to $100 million in revenue bonds for St. Elizabeth Medical Center, with no county obligation. The court also approved several ordinances, including the 2021 benefit assessment rate for Latonia Lakes, an interlocal agreement with Walton for job assessment fee collection, and a budget amendment. All votes were unanimous 4-0.

• Approved Resolution 21-24 authorizing up to $100M in bonds for St. Elizabeth Medical Center project (no county obligation).
• Approved Ordinance 226.00 setting the 2021 annual improvement benefit assessment rate for former Latonia Lakes properties.
• Approved Ordinance 971.17 adopting an interlocal agreement with City of Walton for job assessment fee collection.
• Approved Ordinance 226.01 amending the FY 2021-2022 budget, including $63,000 for police records grant, $400,000 in COVID relief grants, and $2,188,000 in road fund transfers.
• Approved sole source provider Accurate Controls for the Detention Center security control operations center.
• Approved sole source provider Flightwave Aerospace Systems for the Edge-130 drone for the Police Department.
• Approved the consent agenda (13 items) including bids, grants, agreements, and surplus declarations.
• Approved Executive Orders 21-115 (appointment of Donna Bloemer to Ethics Commission) and 21-116 (step increase for Kylie Gross).

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the May 12, 2021, meeting minutes and discuss 2021 recreation appointments. The agenda includes updates on the Kenton County Park Master Plan, capital projects, and recreation programs.

• Approval of May 12, 2021, minutes
• 2021 Recreation Commission Appointments
• Kenton County Park Master Plan Update
• Park Projects Updates
• Capital Projects Updates

The Kenton County Parks & Recreation Commission met via Zoom and approved the May 12, 2021 meeting minutes. Members discussed the new county park master plan concepts presented at a public meeting, reviewed completed and ongoing park projects, and considered feedback on capital project RFPs. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved May 12, 2021 meeting minutes (BH, GS)
• Adjourned meeting (MR, BH)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will vote on 2021 tax rates, including 15.4 cents per $100 for real property and 19.3 cents for personal property. The body will also approve fiscal year budget adjustments and a second reading for a joint code enforcement agreement with local cities. Additionally, the court will review a supplemental agreement for the Bromley Crescent Springs Rd. multi-use path and various personnel appointments.

• Ordinance 225.99 sets 2021 tax rates: 15.4 cents/$100 real property, 19.3 cents/$100 personal property, 15.8 cents/$100 motor vehicles
• Resolution 21-01M approves Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments
• Ordinance 950.90 amends interlocal agreement for Kenton County Joint Code Enforcement Board
• Exhibit 21-104 approves supplemental agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for Bromley Crescent Springs Rd. multi-use path
• Executive Order 21-100 approves reorganization of the Kenton County Police Department

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved the 2021 tax rates, which reduce real property tax by 3.1% to 15.4 cents per $100 valuation, with personal property at 19.3 cents and motor vehicles at 15.8 cents. The court also approved a budget adjustment, an interlocal agreement amendment for the Joint Code Enforcement Board, and a consent agenda including a multi-use path agreement and a Justice Center remodel bid. Several first-reading ordinances were introduced, including a Latonia Lakes road assessment and a Walton job assessment fee agreement.

• Adopted 2021 tax rates: 15.4¢ real, 19.3¢ personal, 15.8¢ motor vehicles (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-01M budget adjustments ($3,450 crosswalk, $5,000 SANS unit, $8,350 sick pay) (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 950.90 amending Joint Code Enforcement Board interlocal agreement (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda: Bromley-Crescent Springs Rd. path, Tyler Tech agreement, River Haus estoppel, surplus items, Justice Center 5th floor remodel bid (4-0)
• Re-appointed Fritz Kuhlmann, Wayne Hartke, Edwin Faulkner to Linden Grove Cemetery Board (4-0)
• Re-appointed Maureen Hebert and appointed Iliana Rosales-Figueroa to Library Board (4-0)
• Approved reorganization of Police Department and Public Works/Fleet (4-0)
• Approved appointments: Ashley Hawks as Emergency Communications Director, Skiler Alexander as Police Officer III, others (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court unanimously approved a contract with Cincinnati Bell for a broadband expansion project covering about 22,000 locations in Kenton County, with a not-to-exceed cost just north of $10 million. The court also approved the sale of the KY Highway 17 property for $275,000 plus sewer construction services, and added the Historic Independence Courthouse to the National Register. Several other contracts, ordinances, and appointments were approved unanimously.

• Approved Cincinnati Bell broadband expansion contract, not to exceed ~$10M (3-0)
• Approved sale of KY Highway 17 property to Sons of Independence LLC for $275,000 plus sewer work (3-0)
• Approved adding Historic Independence Courthouse to National Register (3-0)
• Approved Pay App #6 of $11,000 to Radius Construction for Riedlin Schott Room (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-01L for FY budget adjustments totaling $95,000 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-23 updating Administrative Code on sex abuse policies (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 225.98 (Diversey occupational license fee credit) and Ordinance 340.5 (hazardous materials fee schedule) (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including parking agreement, uniform contract, equipment surplus, facility management, and PDS cost-sharing (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court unanimously approved a resolution to join a statewide opioid settlement agreement, a memorandum of understanding that will govern the distribution of funds from ongoing litigation. The court also approved the 2021 tax rate for the Board of Health at 2.50 cents per $100 valuation, and passed resolutions related to housing discrimination, CDBG grants, and a Title VI plan. All items on the consent agenda and executive orders were approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 21-17 acknowledging the Kenton County Board of Health's 2021 tax rate of 2.50 cents per $100 valuation.
• Approved Resolution 21-18 authorizing execution of a Kentucky opioid settlement agreement and MOU.
• Approved Resolution 21-19 prohibiting housing discrimination in sale, rental, and financing.
• Approved Resolution 21-20 authorizing actions related to the Community Development Block Grant program.
• Approved Resolution 21-21 appointing a Title VI Coordinator and committee, and adopting the Kentucky Department for Local Government's Title VI Plan.
• Approved Resolution 21-22 authorizing application for reimbursement for non-public school student transportation.
• Approved the consent agenda, including contract extensions, grants, and rejection of bids for patching and hot-mix asphalt.
• Approved all 21 executive orders, including appointments, re-appointments, promotions, and step increases.

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a motion to authorize the Judge/Executive to negotiate a contract with Cincinnati Bell for broadband expansion, following a committee recommendation. The court also approved a budget adjustment resolution covering several items, including drug strike force wages and mental health evaluations. Additionally, the court approved several executive orders, including reappointments to the Airport Board and personnel changes.

• Approved motion to negotiate broadband contract with Cincinnati Bell (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-01K for FY budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-59 reappointing Bryan Carlisle to Airport Board (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-60 reappointing Kay Geiger to Airport Board (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-61 reappointing Lisa Sauer to Airport Board (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-62 appointing Jean Wrenn as Part-Time Receptionist (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-63 accepting resignation of Joanne Rigney (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-64 appointing Cheyenne Gripshover as Seasonal Laborer (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved the FY 2021-2022 budget (Ordinance 225.96) and an amendment to the FY 2020-2021 budget to include $16,218,702 in Rescue Act funds (Ordinance 225.97). The Court also appointed Amber Constantino as County Coroner and approved seeking bids for a 2.72-acre county-owned property along KY17. All votes were unanimous 4-0.

• Approved FY 2021-2022 budget (Ordinance 225.96) (4-0)
• Approved FY 2020-2021 budget amendment for $16,218,702 Rescue Act funds (Ordinance 225.97) (4-0)
• Appointed Amber Constantino as Kenton County Coroner (Executive Order 21-50) (4-0)
• Approved seeking bids for 2.72-acre county property along KY17 (4-0)
• Approved compensation rates and pay scales for county employees (Resolution 21-15) (4-0)
• Approved renewed interlocal agreement for WIOA funds (Resolution 21-16) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including school resource officer MOU and CARES Act support for fire districts (4-0)
• Approved appointments including Eric Jeffries as Deputy Coroner and two police recruits (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a series of resolutions, including $135,000 for the purchase of 19 Klette St., a budget adjustment resolution covering multiple departmental expenses, and authorization to issue an RFP for broadband. The court also approved a partnership with Park Hills for federal funding for the Amsterdam Road project, and passed an ordinance providing an occupational license fee credit for Atlas Air. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved FY budget adjustments totaling over $368,000 (3-0)
• Authorized purchase of 19 Klette St. for $135,000 (3-0)
• Authorized RFP for broadband in Kenton County (3-0)
• Approved partnership with Park Hills for OKI federal funds for Amsterdam Road (3-0)
• Passed Ordinance 225.95 on second reading for Atlas Air occupational license fee credit (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including CDBG grant, Rumpke bid, and C-Forward contract (3-0)
• Approved executive orders for personnel changes including Hardcorn's appointment to Drug Strike Force (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #23 for Radio Project and final acceptance (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Kenton County Recreation Commission is meeting virtually to discuss the new county park master plan update, park projects, and a proposal for park rentals at Middleton-Mills Park. They will also cover seasonal staffing, recreation programs, budget and capital projects, and youth sports partner updates. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and scheduling future meetings.

• New Kenton County Park Master Plan Update
• Discussion of park rental at Middleton-Mills Park
• Seasonal staff and maintenance schedule
• Budget and capital projects
• Youth sports partners meeting and updates

The Kenton County Parks & Recreation Commission approved a motion to demolish the rental house at Middleton-Mills Park unless an equitable opportunity arises, after discussing high utility and repair costs. The commission also approved the February 17, 2021 meeting minutes and agreed to continue virtual meetings for report-out agendas, with hybrid or in-person for presentations.

• Approved demolition of rental house at Middleton-Mills Park (all approved)
• Approved meeting minutes from 2/17/2021 (BH, ML)
• Agreed to continue virtual meetings for report-out agendas, hybrid/in-person for presentations (all agreed)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved several resolutions, including budget adjustments for various departments, a resolution to proceed with payroll and other payments for FY 2021-2022, a resolution related to the sale of 303 Court Street, an agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for road maintenance, and an application for federal RAISE grant funds for KY 536 widening. The court also approved the consent agenda, which included a parking agreement, rejection of a bid, and various other administrative items. All votes were unanimous except for Resolution 21-10, which passed 3-0 with one commissioner present but not voting.

• Approved Resolution 21-01H for FY budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-09 for standing order on payments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-10 for sale of 303 Court Street (3-0, one present not voting)
• Approved Resolution 21-11 for KYTC road maintenance agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-12 for RAISE grant application for KY 536 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 21-58 through 21-68 (4-0)
• Approved Executive Orders 21-35 through 21-41 (4-0 each)
• Approved minutes from April 27, 2021 (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court held a public hearing on May 11, 2021, to discuss the allocation of $480,000 in County Road Aid funds and $10,000 in LGEA funds. No comments or questions were received from the public or submitted to the court offices. The hearing was closed after one minute, and the funds will be spent as presented in the budget by Public Works Director Nick Hendrix.

• Opened public hearing for LGEA and Road Aid funds at 5:15 p.m.
• No public comments or questions received
• Closed public hearing at 5:16 p.m.
• Confirmed funds will be spent as presented in budget by Nick Hendrix

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider approving a bid from ES&S for new voting equipment, as recommended by the Board of Elections. They will also recognize poll workers, police officers, and Arnold Simpson with the Pioneer Award, and act on a contract for behavioral health services and other routine items.

• Approval of ES&S bid for new voting equipment
• Presentation of 2020 Pioneer Award to Arnold Simpson
• Recognition of police officers receiving Lifesaving Award
• Ratification of contract with Cabinet for Health and Family Services for aftercare and QRT funding
• Executive orders for position changes in Animal Services and Treasury

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved the purchase of new voting equipment from ES&S, as recommended by the Board of Elections, in a 4-0 vote. The court also approved Pay App #5 for Radius Construction, the claims list, a contract extension for behavioral health services, and two executive orders for personnel changes. Several awards and recognitions were presented, including the Pioneer Award to Arnold Simpson and a Lifesaving Award to Officer Allgeier.

• Approved ES&S bid for new voting equipment (4-0)
• Approved Pay App #5 for Radius Construction (4-0)
• Approved claims list dated April 23, 2021 (4-0)
• Ratified contract extension with Cabinet for Health and Family Services (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-33: Kelsie Attebery position change to Animal Control Officer (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-34: Kim Pfetzer appointment as Part-Time Tax Clerk (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will vote on several items, including selecting Cincinnati Bell as the preferred vendor for broadband expansion, approving a tax agreement and property sale for 303 Court St., and adopting budget adjustments. They will also discuss the Erlanger COVID business relief effort and issue proclamations for telecommunicators and animal control.

• Agreement in lieu of taxes for 303 Court St., Covington
• Property sale and development agreement for 303 Court St. with Neyer
• Selection of Cincinnati Bell as preferred vendor for broadband expansion
• Resolution 21-01G for fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 21-08 authorizing collection of code enforcement liens

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved an agreement in lieu of taxes and a property sale/development agreement for 303 Court St. in Covington, which will bring over 110 residential units. The Court also approved funding for the Erlanger COVID Business Relief Program, selected Cincinnati Bell for broadband expansion, and passed several resolutions and consent agenda items.

• Approved agreement in lieu of taxes for 303 Court St. (3-0, Nienaber not voting)
• Approved Property Sale and Development Agreement for 303 Court St. (3-0, Nienaber not voting)
• Approved participation in Erlanger COVID Business Relief Program with $30,000-$50,000 (4-0)
• Selected Cincinnati Bell as preferred broadband vendor (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-01G budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-07 Rural Secondary Program Agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-08 code enforcement liens collection (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including HVAC bid to Independence Mechanical (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will hold public hearings regarding CDBG coronavirus response funding for utility relief and the closeout of previous grants. The court is also reviewing resolutions for a regional hazard mitigation plan and the relocation of an unknown cemetery near Bristow Road.

• Resolution 21-03: $200,000 CDBG grant application for resident utility relief funding
• Resolution 21-06: Removal and relocation of an unknown cemetery near Mount Zion Road and Bristow Road
• Public hearing for the closeout of CDBG Grants 17-057, 18-060, and 19-062
• Approval of a contract modification with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for rural secondary roads
• Request to surplus a John Deere Backhoe Model 310J for Public Works

The Fiscal Court approved Resolution 21-03 to apply for a $200,000 Community Development Block Grant for utility relief, targeting residents in unincorporated areas and specific cities. It also approved resolutions for a hazard mitigation plan and cemetery relocation, plus a consent agenda and several executive orders. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved Resolution 21-03 to file a $200,000 CDBG-CV grant application for utility relief.
• Approved Resolution 21-05 authorizing a Memorandum of Agreement for the Northern Kentucky Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
• Approved Resolution 21-06 authorizing removal and relocation of an unknown cemetery near Mount Zion and Bristow Roads.
• Approved consent agenda items including a contract modification, tech services manual, surplus backhoe, and Blue Water Trail agreement.
• Approved Executive Order 21-25 appointing Kevin Wall, DMD to the Local Board of Health.
• Approved Executive Order 21-26 accepting George Popp's resignation as Seasonal Trustee.
• Approved Executive Order 21-27 appointing Michelle Foster as Software Administrator.
• Approved Executive Order 21-28 granting a step increase for Rebekah Carey and 21-29 promoting Bryce Bonot Black.

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several action items, including budget adjustments, a second reading of a budget amendment ordinance, and approval of a proposal for the Licking River Blue Water Trail project. They will also vote on a consent agenda covering contracts, grants, and equipment purchases. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and reports from county officials.

• Resolution 21-01F: Fiscal Year budget adjustments
• Ordinance 225.94 (second reading): FY2020-2021 budget amendment
• Approval of Copperhead Environmental Consulting's proposal for Licking River Blue Water Trail project
• Exhibit 21-34: Accept bid for stop loss services from Partners for health insurance program
• Exhibit 21-35: CDBG grant contract for COVID funds for Transitions

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved a proposal from Copperhead Environmental Consulting for the Licking River Blue Water Trail Project, authorizing the Judge/Executive to negotiate terms. The court also approved a budget resolution, an ordinance amendment, and a consent agenda covering various contracts and purchases. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved minutes from February 23 and March 2, 2021 meetings (4-0).
• Approved Copperhead Environmental Consulting's proposal for the Licking River Blue Water Trail Project and authorized the Judge/Executive to negotiate terms (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-01F for fiscal year budget adjustments (4-0).
• Approved Ordinance 225.94 (second reading) amending the fiscal year 2020-2021 budget (4-0).
• Approved the consent agenda including contracts, grants, bid rejection, surplus, and RFP (4-0).
• Approved executive session regarding pending litigation (Motorola) with no action taken afterward (4-0).

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is holding a special virtual meeting on March 2, 2021, to consider two resolutions: one for fiscal year budget adjustments and another concerning the collection of municipal occupational license fees and taxes. Both are listed as action items, meaning the court may vote on them.

• Resolution 21-01E: Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments
• Resolution 21-04: Collection of Municipal Occupational License Fees and Taxes
• Special meeting held virtually at 3:00 PM

The Kenton County Fiscal Court held a virtual special meeting and passed two resolutions unanimously (4-0). Resolution 21-01E approved budget adjustments to fund the previously authorized purchase of property at 29 Klette St. in Independence and to correct a fiscal-year/calendar-year error in a federal tax collection resolution, allowing for refunds to municipalities like Erlanger. Resolution 21-04 approved an amendment to the municipal occupational license fee collection agreement, which also affects the City of Edgewood.

• Approved Resolution 21-01E for Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments, funding the property purchase at 29 Klette St. and correcting the tax refund timeline for cities.
• Approved Resolution 21-04, amending the collection agreement for Municipal Occupational License Fees and Taxes, impacting cities including Edgewood.
• Adjourned the meeting after completing all business.

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several action items, including budget adjustments, a road resurfacing contract, and grant agreements. They will also hear a presentation on the county roadway system and review various executive orders related to snow emergencies and personnel changes.

• Resolution 21-01D for fiscal year budget adjustments
• Ordinance 225.94 (first reading) for FY2020-2021 budget amendment
• Bid from Bluegrass Paving, Inc. for road resurfacing (Exhibit 21-27)
• MOU with University of Kentucky for HEALS grant for Detention Center (Exhibit 21-28)
• CDBG grant for COVID funds for Transitions (Exhibit 21-33)

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved several routine items, including a $280,000 budget adjustment for vehicle repairs, detention center overtime, and supplies, and a consent agenda that included a road resurfacing bid from Bluegrass Paving, Inc. They also approved a first reading of a budget amendment to accept grant revenues, and authorized DBL Law to work on litigation with Motorola. No substantive policy decisions were made; most actions were administrative.

• Approved FY budget adjustments totaling $280,000 (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 225.94 for budget amendment (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Bluegrass Paving road resurfacing bid (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-21 for step increase for Bianca Jones (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-22 accepting resignation of Jennifer Wesselman (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 21-23 accepting resignation of Trent Hill (4-0)
• Approved DBL Law to work on Motorola litigation (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the November 18, 2020, minutes and discuss a date change for the May meeting. The agenda includes updates on Fox Run property, Doe Run Lake trails and bridges, and various park projects.

• Approval of November 18, 2020, meeting minutes
• Proposed change of May meeting date from May 19 to May 12
• Fox Run Property Master Plan discussion
• Doe Run Lake Trails & Bridges update
• NKYA Field Signage and Parks Projects updates

The Kenton County Parks & Recreation Commission approved a $70,623 contract with Human Nature and Dirt Artisans for the Fox Run Property master plan, funded partly by a $60,000 Durr Foundation grant. They also approved changing the May meeting date to May 12 and approved the November 2020 minutes. The commission discussed but did not vote on NKYA field signage, capital projects for FY22, and other items.

• Approved November 18, 2020 meeting minutes
• Changed May meeting date from May 19 to May 12
• Approved $70,623 master plan contract for Fox Run Property (Human Nature $60,000, Dirt Artisans $10,623)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved a series of resolutions, consent agenda items, and executive orders. Budget adjustments totaling $28,500 were approved for various departments, and a consent agenda covering contracts, surplus items, and service agreements was passed. Personnel actions included step increases for five employees, acceptance of resignations, and appointments to key positions.

• Approved FY budget adjustments totaling $28,500 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ABM Parking contract extension, Indigital text-to-911 agreement, and Fox Run master plan contract (3-0)
• Approved step increases for five employees in Police, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works (3-0)
• Accepted resignation of Krystal Daugherty as Part-Time Tax Clerk (3-0)
• Accepted resignation of Dan Mathew as Emergency Communications Director (3-0)
• Appointed Ashley Hawks as Interim Director of Emergency Communications Center (3-0)
• Promoted Ian Byrne from Dispatcher 2 to Dispatch Supervisor (3-0)
• Authorized negotiation with DBL Law for Motorola mediation (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider a budget adjustment resolution, a memorandum of understanding with Crescent Springs and Fort Mitchell for the Bromley-Crescent Springs Road project, and several consent agenda items including contract modifications and agreements. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and claims, plus an executive session on pending litigation.

• Resolution 21-01B for fiscal year budget adjustments
• MOU with Crescent Springs and Fort Mitchell for Bromley-Crescent Springs Road Section One
• Contract modification with Integrated Engineering for Manor Lake Drive Reconstruction
• Engineering services agreements with NK Water District and Sanitation District No. 1 for Bromley-Crescent Springs Road
• Bid approval for light duty and police duty vehicles for FY21

Special Meetings

The Kenton County 911 Service Fee Appeals Board will hold a special session on January 26, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at the Kenton County Government Center. The sole agenda item is a review of 911 fee appeals. This is a public meeting ordered by the County Judge Executive.

• Review of 911 Fee Appeals
• Special meeting on January 26, 2021, at 1:00 p.m.
• Location: Kenton County Government Center, 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Second Floor Chambers, Covington, KY 41011

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider a budget adjustment resolution, recognize a Campbell County homeless shelter, and approve several consent agenda items including road reconstruction bids, vehicle purchases, and surplus declarations. The meeting also includes appointments, a reorganization of county departments, and an executive session on pending litigation.

• Resolution 21-01A: FY budget adjustments
• Resolution 21-02: Recognizing Campbell County Homeless Sheltering Facility
• Bid approval for Relway Drive reconstruction (Paul Michels and Sons, Inc.)
• Bid approval for Manor Lake Drive reconstruction (Riegler Blacktop)
• Approval to bid 43 laptops for Emergency Communications

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved several resolutions and executive orders, including budget adjustments for sprinkler repair, hazmat cleanup, and a jail grant, and a resolution recognizing Campbell County's homeless shelter. The consent agenda, covering items like road reconstruction bids and vehicle purchases, was approved unanimously. Multiple appointments and personnel actions were also approved, including new dispatchers and a reorganization of county departments.

• Approved FY budget adjustments totaling $157,000 (4-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Campbell County homeless shelter (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including road reconstruction bids and vehicle purchases (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Bryan Norton to NKADD Board (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Terry Foster to Local Board of Health (4-0)
• Approved hiring of two part-time dispatchers and one promotion (4-0)
• Approved reorganization of Administration and Technology Services departments (4-0)
• Approved retirement of Sondra Patterson (4-0)