Kenton County public meetings in 2022

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several action items, including agreements related to economic development, tax incentives, and annual term orders for county offices. The agenda also includes budget adjustments, a resolution to review the OneNKY Life Sciences Center proposal, and multiple ordinances on traffic control, room tax, and motor vehicle rental fees. Consent agenda items cover bids, surplus equipment, and contract amendments.

• Memorandum of Agreement with Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development for fiscal agent services
• Beneficiary Agreement with Northern Kentucky Port Authority for economic development grant
• Agreement in Lieu of Taxes between City of Ludlow, Kenton County, and Grand Communities, LLC
• Resolution 22-23 authorizing review of OneNKY Life Sciences Center proposal
• Ordinance 226.09 amending transient room tax to include all accommodations in House Bill 8

The Fiscal Court appointed Joe Shriver as County Administrator and repositioned Scott Gunning to Assistant County Administrator. The court also approved a $90,000 budget adjustment for ADA accessibility services and various economic development agreements.

• Appointed Joe Shriver as County Administrator (3-0)
• Repositioned Scott Gunning to Assistant County Administrator (3-0)
• Approved $90,000 for ADA accessibility professional services (3-0)
• Approved Agreement in Lieu of Taxes for Grand Communities, LLC in Ludlow (2-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement and beneficiary agreement with Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development (3-0)
• Approved budget adjustments including $360,000 for Detention Center wiring and cameras (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 532.21 for traffic control devices at Williams Woods (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Beth Sewell to the Telecommunications Board of Northern Kentucky (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Kenton County Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from August, receive updates on the county park master plan, park and capital projects, and recreation programs, and review shelter house reservations and 2023 meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of unapproved minutes from 8-17-2022
• New Kenton County Park Master Plan update
• Park projects updates
• Capital projects updates
• Shelter house reservation annual review

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several action items, including budget adjustments, adoption of the Northern Kentucky Solid Waste Management Plan, and second readings of ordinances amending occupational license fees and providing a fee credit for White Horse Freight. The agenda also includes consent items for grants, contracts, and surplus declarations, plus executive orders for appointments and the 2023 holiday schedule.

• Resolution 22-01P: FY budget adjustments
• Resolution 22-22: Adopt Northern Kentucky Solid Waste Management Plan 2023-2027
• Ordinance 226.07 (2nd reading): Amend occupational license fees
• Ordinance 226.08 (2nd reading): Occupational license fee credit for White Horse Freight LLC
• Exhibit 22-145: Accept Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for Police Department

The Fiscal Court approved an ordinance to increase the occupational license tax cap to 50% of the Social Security max ($73,500) and align the rate with Boone County. Other actions included approving budget adjustments, a solid waste management plan, and an economic development credit for White Horse Freight, LLC.

• Approved occupational license tax cap increase to 50% of Social Security max (4-0)
• Approved occupational license fee credit for White Horse, LLC (4-0)
• Approved FY budget adjustments including $41,000 for CCTV and $40,000 for police lateral officer buyout (4-0)
• Adopted Northern Kentucky Solid Waste Management Plan 2023-2027 Update (4-0)
• Approved 12 consent agenda items including Animal Shelter roof replacement and various equipment surpluses (4-0)
• Approved 2023 holiday and meeting schedules (4-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Local Board of Health, Ethics Commission, and Emergency Communications (4-0)
• Approved employment contract for Police Chief Spike Jones (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court approved a request for the South Kenton Citizens Group to submit an Ag-Tourism text amendment to the Planning Commission, and voted to cancel the November 22 and December 27, 2022 meetings. Two ordinances received first readings: one adjusting the occupational license fee cap to 50% of the federal cap, and another providing a tax credit for White Horse Freight LLC's expansion creating 445 jobs. All votes were unanimous 4-0.

• Approved South Kenton Citizens Group request to submit Ag-Tourism text amendment to Planning Commission (4-0)
• Approved cancellation of November 22 and December 27, 2022 Fiscal Court meetings (4-0)
• Approved claims list schedule for November 28 and December 28, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including OKI funding contract, Detention Center facility management bid, Sheriff's budget amendment, dump truck bid, and gym equipment bid (4-0)
• Approved five executive orders for dispatcher and public works appointments (4-0 each)
• Heard first reading of Ordinance 226.07 adjusting occupational license fee cap to 50% of federal cap
• Heard first reading of Ordinance 226.08 providing occupational license fee credit for White Horse Freight LLC expansion

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will vote on several action items, including a budget adjustment resolution, a resolution authorizing ARP funds for sewer improvements, and a zoning map amendment. They will also discuss a presentation on a new county park and consider an RFP for a housing data study. The agenda includes numerous consent agenda items such as vehicle purchases, property sales, and contract awards.

• Resolution 22-01O: Fiscal Year budget adjustments
• Resolution 22-21: ARP funds for Nixutil Sanitation Association sewer plant transition to SD1
• Ordinance 924.63: Rezone 41052 Dixie Highway from A-1 to RC
• Authorize negotiation to transfer 634 Scott Street to City of Covington
• Salt contract price increase from $79.81 to $87.79 per ton with Compass Minerals

The Fiscal Court voted 2-1 to donate the former Cold Shelter building at 634 Scott Street to the City of Covington for a city building, with Commissioner Draud dissenting due to concerns about lack of cooperation from the city. The Court also approved a housing data study RFP, budget adjustments, ARP sewer improvement funds, a zoning change, and a consent agenda covering police vehicle purchases, engineering services, and property sales. A presentation on a new county park concept was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved donation of 634 Scott Street to Covington (2-1)
• Approved RFP for Northern Kentucky housing data study (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-01O for budget adjustments (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-21 for ARP sewer system improvements (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 924.63 rezoning 41052 Dixie Highway to RC (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including police vehicle purchases, bridge engineering, and salt contract (3-0)
• Approved Executive Orders for step increase, police recruit appointment, retirement, and discretionary increases (3-0)
• Approved minutes from September 14, 2022 (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is holding a special meeting to consider several action items, including approving an assignment of a purchase agreement for commercial property at 721-731 Madison Ave. in Covington, a budget adjustment resolution, and a zoning map amendment for a property on Dixie Highway. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with contracts for engineering, uniform services, and road resurfacing, as well as multiple executive orders for appointments and personnel actions.

• Approval of assignment to purchase agreement for 721-731 Madison Ave., Covington
• Resolution 22-01N for fiscal year budget adjustments
• First reading of Ordinance 924.63 to rezone 41052 Dixie Highway from A-1 to RC
• Contract extension for on-call engineering services (Palmer Engineering, WSP USA, etc.)
• Award of rubber modified asphalt resurfacing for Staffordsburg Rd. to Riegler

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved an assignment of a purchase agreement for 721-731 Madison Ave., Covington, for potential economic development using state grant money. The court also approved a first reading of an ordinance to rezone 41052 Dixie Highway from agricultural to rural commercial for used truck sales. A consent agenda with nine items, including contracts and bids, was passed unanimously. Several executive orders were approved, including a reorganization of the Animal Services Department to expand hours and add a Canine Coordinator position.

• Approved assignment of purchase agreement for 721-731 Madison Ave., Covington (3-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 924.63 to rezone 41052 Dixie Highway from A-1 to RC (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including contract extensions, bids, and surplus items (3-0)
• Approved budget adjustments for postage, voting machines, and hazmat cleanup (3-0)
• Approved Animal Services Department reorganization with new positions and expanded hours (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Amy Heeger to NKADD Board of Directors (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Connie Jones-Baynum to NKADD Council on Aging (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Terri Jameson-Hudepohl to Code Enforcement Board (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will vote on the 2022 tax rates for real, personal, and motor vehicle property, and on a budget adjustment resolution. They will also consider several contracts and purchases, including a property purchase on Bromley Crescent Springs Road and a ground lease with the Northern Kentucky Health Department. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and personnel actions.

• Ordinance 226.06: 2022 tax rates of 14.4 cents real, 19.1 cents personal, 15.8 cents motor vehicles per $100 valuation
• Ordinance 226.05: 2022 annual improvement benefit assessment rate for former City of Latonia Lakes
• Purchase contract for 2139 and 2153 Bromley Crescent Springs Road
• Ground lease with Northern Kentucky Health Department for property adjacent to St. Elizabeth, Covington
• Award bids: golf cart paths to Riegler Blacktop, inmate telephone system to Combined Public Communications

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a tax rate reduction for 2022, setting rates at 14.4 cents per $100 for real property, 19.1 cents for personal property, and 15.8 cents for motor vehicles — below the compensating rate and returning to 2009 levels. The court also approved a ground lease for a new Covington Health Department facility, a purchase contract for Bromley Crescent Springs Road property, and a first amendment to the John R. Green Lofts project's payment-in-lieu-of-taxes agreement. All votes were unanimous 4-0.

• Approved 2022 tax rate reduction to 14.4¢ real, 19.1¢ personal, 15.8¢ motor vehicles (4-0)
• Approved ground lease with NKY Health Dept for Covington Health Department facility (4-0)
• Approved purchase contract for 2139 & 2153 Bromley Crescent Springs Road (4-0)
• Approved first amendment & assignment of PILOT agreement for John R. Green Lofts (4-0)
• Approved budget adjustments totaling $121,250 for various departments (4-0)
• Approved 2022 Latonia Lakes improvement benefit assessment rate of 32.24¢/$100 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 11 items (4-0)
• Approved 5 executive orders for personnel actions (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Kenton County Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from February 16, 2022, and to receive updates on the new county park master plan, park projects, capital projects, and recreation programs. The agenda is primarily informational, with no votes on specific contracts or ordinances listed.

• Approval of unapproved minutes from 2-16-2022
• New Kenton County Park Master Plan update
• Park projects updates
• Capital projects updates
• Recreation programs updates

The Kenton County Parks & Recreation Commission approved the February 16, 2022 meeting minutes. Staff reported the county park master plan is still in progress, with a draft presentation expected at a Fiscal Court meeting soon. No votes were taken on new projects or policies; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved February 16, 2022 meeting minutes (M. Litzler, B. Halloran)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider first readings of ordinances setting the 2022 tax rates and the Latonia Lakes improvement assessment, and will act on a police sergeant promotion. The consent agenda includes contracts, grants, and property surplus approvals. Several board appointments and personnel actions are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 226.06: 2022 tax rates of 14.4 cents real property, 19.1 cents personal property, 15.8 cents motor vehicles
• Ordinance 226.05: 2022 annual improvement benefit assessment for former City of Latonia Lakes
• Executive Order 22-117: promotion of Trevor Rohe to Sergeant I, Kenton County Police
• Exhibit 22-104: award dispatch laptops bid to C-Forward for Emergency Communications
• Exhibit 22-107: award pauper burial/cremation services bid to Don Catchen & Sons Funeral Home

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved first readings of ordinances setting the 2022 tax rates and the Latonia Lakes improvement benefit assessment rate. The tax rate ordinance, which will reduce property taxes by roughly 6.5% for the second consecutive year, will receive a final vote at the next meeting. The court also approved numerous personnel actions, including promotions, appointments, and resignations, as well as a consent agenda covering surplus property, grants, and contracts.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 226.06 setting 2022 tax rates (14.4¢ real property, 19.1¢ personal property, 15.8¢ motor vehicles) — final vote next meeting
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 226.05 for Latonia Lakes improvement benefit assessment rate
• Approved promotion of Trevor Rohe to Sergeant I, Kenton County Police Department (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda: surplus property, JAG grant, litter abatement grant, dispatch laptops bid to C-Forward, Trane AFD renewal, sheriff's surplus firearms, pauper burial bid to Don Catchen & Sons, Pelly Road RFP, surplus fleet vehicles (4-0)
• Approved appointments/reappointments to TANK, Tri-Ed, Piner Fire, NKADD Council on Aging, NKY Health District, Transitions, MeetNKY, Building Code Appeals, Airport Board, Police Merit Board, Library Board (all 4-0)
• Approved personnel actions: HR Generalist/Recruiter, Animal Control Sergeant, resignation of police sergeant, wage adjustment for solid waste technician, amended compensation for Emergency Communications (all 4-0)
• Approved reappointments to Road Closure Committee (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Michael Rohmiller to Airport Board (4-0 roll call)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will hold a special meeting on July 28, 2022, at 2:30 P.M. at 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Suite 5200, Covington, KY. The only agenda item is a discussion regarding the past Fiscal Court term. No votes or decisions are listed.

• Special meeting scheduled for July 28, 2022, at 2:30 P.M.
• Location: 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Suite 5200, Covington, KY 41011
• Agenda item: Discussion regarding the past Fiscal Court term

The Kenton County Fiscal Court held a special meeting on July 28, 2022, where Judge/Executive Kris Knochelmann and Commissioners Beth Sewell and Jon Draud discussed highlights of the past term with county staff. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was discussion-only.

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, claims, and various resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include a budget adjustment resolution, concurring with the Board of Health's 2022 tax rate of 2.50 cents per $100 valuation, and a second reading of an ordinance to place traffic control devices on Alderbrook Drive and Blue Ash Lane. The court will also consider several consent agenda items, including contracts for healthcare services at the detention center, employee performance software for the police department, and a paving bid, as well as numerous personnel appointments and step increases.

• Resolution 22-01L: Fiscal Year budget adjustments
• Resolution 22-20: Concur in 2022 tax rate of 2.50 cents per $100 for Kenton County Board of Health
• Ordinance 532.20 (second reading): Traffic control devices on Alderbrook Drive and Blue Ash Lane
• Exhibit 22-94: Amendment to healthcare services agreement for Detention Center
• Exhibit 22-99: Accept bid from Eaton Asphalt Paving Co., Inc. for in-place paving

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved investing in the Build and Elevate Northern Kentucky Campaign for Northern Kentucky Tri-Ed, which has raised over $4.6 million. They also approved budget adjustments, tax rates, a traffic control ordinance, and a consent agenda including paving contracts and equipment surpluses. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved investment in Tri-Ed's Build and Elevate Northern Kentucky Campaign (4-0)
• Approved FY budget adjustments: $54,000 for police cruiser, $58,500 for Devou Tower repairs (4-0)
• Approved 2022 tax rate for Kenton County Board of Health at 2.50 cents per $100 valuation (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 532.20 placing traffic control devices on Alderbrook Dr. and Blue Ash Ln. (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including paving bid from Eaton Asphalt Paving Co., Inc. and rejection of hot mix asphalt bids (4-0)
• Approved reappointment of William Schuler and appointment of Dave Spaulding to Airport Board (4-0)
• Approved promotions and appointments including Scott Gunning as County Administrator (4-0)
• Approved letter applying for Product Development Initiative (PDI) State Funds (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several action items, including a second reading of an ordinance amending jail per diem and booking fees, a resolution authorizing a state application for non-public school student transportation reimbursement, and multiple consent agenda items such as grants, agreements, and surplus declarations. The meeting also includes first reading of a stop sign ordinance for Alderbrook Drive and Blue Ash Lane, and executive orders including rescinding the COVID emergency declaration.

• Ordinance 226.04 (second reading) amending jail per diem and processing/booking fees
• Resolution 22-19 authorizing application to Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for non-public school transportation reimbursement
• Ordinance 532.20 (first reading) placing traffic control devices on Alderbrook Drive and Blue Ash Lane
• Exhibit 22-87: right-of-way purchase at 474 Independence Station Road for sidewalk to new county park
• Executive Order 22-83 rescinding COVID public emergency declaration

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including a resolution for state reimbursement of non-public school transportation, an ordinance amending detention center fees, and a consent agenda covering grants, agreements, and purchases. The court also approved several executive orders, including rescinding the COVID emergency declaration and renewing school resource officer contracts. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved Resolution 22-19 for state reimbursement of non-public school transportation (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 226.04 (second reading) amending detention center per diem and booking fees (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 22-82 through 22-91, including port security grant, MOA for corrections, hazmat services, surplus items, SRO MOU, right-of-way purchase, tractor surplus, police storage building change orders, and compensation study RFP (3-0)
• Approved Executive Order 22-82 affiliating with Kentucky Search Dog Association (3-0)
• Approved Executive Order 22-83 rescinding COVID emergency declaration (3-0)
• Approved Executive Order 22-84 affiliating with Northern Kentucky Technical Rescue Team (3-0)
• Approved Executive Orders 22-85 through 22-91, including appointments and contract renewals for school resource officers (3-0)
• Approved not renewing psychological services contracts and issuing RFQ for new providers (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider adopting the FY2022-2023 budget, approve a 6% pay increase for county employees, and take action on several resolutions and executive orders. The agenda includes surplus property declarations, tax exemptions, and various contracts and agreements. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and personnel actions.

• Second reading of Ordinance 226.03 adopting the FY2022-2023 budget
• Resolution 22-16 approving employee pay scales with a 6% payroll increase effective July 3, 2022
• Request to surplus real property at 634 Scott Street, Covington (old cold shelter)
• Request for county exemption from ad valorem taxation for Grand Lodge of Kentucky and Spring Hill Village residents
• Resolution 22-18 consenting to closure of portions of Monterey Street and an unnamed alley

The Kenton County Fiscal Court adopted the FY 2022-2023 budget (Ordinance 226.03) and approved an ordinance amending per diem and booking fee collections for the Detention Center. The Court also approved multiple resolutions, including budget adjustments and employee pay scales, and tabled a resolution sponsoring a text amendment to the Planning Commission. A request for a property tax exemption for the Grand Lodge of Kentucky and Spring Hill Village residents was not acted upon.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 budget (Ordinance 226.03) (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 226.04 amending jail per diem and booking fee collection (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-01K with FY budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-16 setting employee compensation rates and pay scales (4-0)
• Tabled Resolution 22-17 sponsoring a text amendment application to Planning Commission
• Approved Resolution 22-18 consenting to closure of portions of Monterey Street and an unnamed alley (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 22-71 through 22-81, with 22-75 amended (4-0)
• Took no action on tax exemption request for Grand Lodge of Kentucky/Spring Hill Village

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider several resolutions and routine items, including a budget adjustment, recognition of Pioneer Award honorees, and a grant application. A key action is authorizing the Judge/Executive to sign an agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for local matching funds for sanitary sewer and waterline relocation on KY 236. The agenda also includes consent agenda items for technology contracts, surplus declarations, and a lease, plus executive orders for personnel actions.

• Resolution 22-14: Authorize agreement with KYTC for local match on KY 236 sewer/waterline relocation (Alice Street to Jacqueline Drive)
• Resolution 22-01J: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 22-15: Land and Water Conservation Fund 2022 grant application
• Exhibit 22-70: Lease agreement with Gregory and Charlene Combs for property at 3920 Richardson Rd., Independence, KY
• Executive Order 22-67: Reclassification of Assistant County Treasurer position

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a series of resolutions, including FY budget adjustments, a KY 236 utility relocation agreement, and a grant application for a dog park. They also approved a consent agenda covering technology contracts and a property lease, plus several executive orders. No public comments were made.

• Approved Resolution 22-01J for FY budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-13 recognizing 2022 Pioneer Award honorees (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-14 authorizing KY 236 sewer/water relocation agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-15 for LWCF grant application for dog park (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Cincinnati Bell addendum, camera contracts, surplus items, and lease at 3920 Richardson Rd. (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 22-66 appointing Kylie Rauh as Shelter Technician (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 22-67 reclassifying Assistant County Treasurer (4-0)
• Approved Executive Order 22-68 reorganizing Administration Department (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court is reviewing the first reading of the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget ordinance. The agenda also includes second readings for ordinances providing occupational license fee credits to several companies under the Kentucky Business Investment Program.

• First reading of Ordinance 226.03 regarding the FY 2022-2023 County Budget
• Tax credit ordinances for Signode Industrial Group, LLC, R.A. Jones and Co., and Regal Beloit America, Inc.
• Resolution 22-12 proposing $2,000 annual attendance incentives for certain Detention Center employees
• Resolution 22-11 regarding shift differential pay at the Kenton County Detention Center
• Approval of various contracts including a road aid program and park court renovations

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved several resolutions and ordinances, including budget adjustments for police uniforms, animal services, and the new Police Auxiliary Building, as well as shift differential pay and attendance incentives for Detention Center employees. The court also approved occupational license fee credits for three companies under the Kentucky Business Investment Program and adopted the FY 2022-2023 budget on first reading. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved budget adjustments including $1.13M for Police Auxiliary Building (3-0)
• Approved shift differential pay for Detention Center hours 3pm-7am (3-0)
• Approved $2,000 annual attendance incentive for full-time Detention Center employees (3-0)
• Approved occupational license fee credit for Signode Industrial Group (3-0)
• Approved occupational license fee credit for R.A. Jones and Co. (3-0)
• Approved occupational license fee credit for Regal Beloit America (3-0)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 budget on first reading (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Police Auxiliary Building construction bid (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will vote on a budget adjustment resolution, a bond refinancing for Masonic Homes, and first readings of three ordinances granting occupational license fee credits to companies under the Kentucky Business Investment Program. The consent agenda includes approvals for roadway maintenance, a lease termination, and construction bids for the historic courthouse. Several appointments and resignations are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 22-01H: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 22-08: Revenue bonds to refinance Masonic Homes of Kentucky facilities
• Ordinance 971.19: Occupational license fee credit for Signode Industrial Group (Project Tuscany)
• Ordinance 971.20: Occupational license fee credit for R.A. Jones and Co. (Project Soap)
• Ordinance 971.21: Occupational license fee credit for Regal Beloit America, Inc.

The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved several items, including budget adjustments for the Historic Independence Courthouse and vehicle purchases, a resolution to refinance Masonic Homes debt, and a consent agenda covering road agreements, courthouse renovations, and other administrative matters. Three ordinances for occupational tax credits were introduced for first reading but no action was taken. All votes were unanimous except for one consent item where a commissioner abstained.

• Approved budget adjustments including $435,000 for Historic Independence Courthouse and $15,000 from forfeited funds (4-0)
• Approved adding $65,000 for brine tanks and $430,000 for dump trucks to 2022 budget (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-08 for refinancing Masonic Homes debt via KEDFA bonds (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 22-48 through 22-52 (4-0)
• Approved landscaping bid from A&A Lawn Care for Historic Courthouse (3-0, Nienaber abstained)
• Approved appointments and resignations via Executive Orders 22-46 through 22-54 (4-0 each)
• Approved amended meeting schedule moving July 12 meeting to July 14 (4-0)
• Approved claims list dates for June, July, and October 2022 (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is holding a special meeting to take action on several items, including a budget adjustment resolution, a contract to purchase right-of-way on Pruett Road, and setting the coroner's compensation rate. The agenda also includes a proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, a consent agenda with numerous contracts and surplus approvals, and several executive orders, including a 2022 burn ban and personnel resignations.

• Resolution 22-01G: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 22-06: Authorizes contract to purchase right-of-way on Pruett Road
• Resolution 22-07: Sets coroner's compensation rate
• Exhibit 22-34: Ratify contract with Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. for detention center design services
• Exhibit 22-36: Approve Palmer Engineering proposal for Kimberly Drive/Independence Station Road intersection design

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court is reviewing the 2022-2023 Jailer's budget and a resolution for fiscal year budget adjustments. The agenda also includes several requests for personnel appointments and various service agreements.

• Awarding a $49,998.00 contract to Titan Mechanical for a replacement boiler at the Kenton County Detention Center
• Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding for relocating Fire Training Center operations
• Approval of a license agreement with Sunesis Construction Company for utility use under I-75 in Covington
• Resolution 22-01F regarding fiscal year budget adjustments
• Executive orders for various seasonal and full-time appointments in Parks and Recreation, Animal Services, Police, and Emergency Communications

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider a resolution to apply for federal RAISE grant funds to widen and realign KY 536. The meeting also includes requests for fiscal year budget adjustments and various administrative approvals.

• Resolution 22-04: Application for USDOT RAISE Grant funds for widening/realignment of KY 536
• Resolution 22-01E: Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments
• Request to bid for design and reconstruction of courts at Richardson Road Park
• Ratification of CDBG Transitions Grant contract
• Approval of stop loss and third party administrator services for health insurance

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will consider a fiscal year budget adjustment resolution and a consent agenda with multiple contract approvals, including playground equipment at Lincoln Ridge Park, road resurfacing, a jail food bid, and a renovation agreement for the Justice Center. The court will also recognize award winners and police personnel, and act on personnel executive orders.

• Resolution 22-01D: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Exhibit 22-17: MOU for fifth floor renovation of Kenton County Justice Center
• Exhibit 22-18: Bid from Commercial Recreation Group for playground equipment at Lincoln Ridge Park
• Exhibit 22-19: Bid from Riegler Blacktop for FY22 road resurfacing
• Exhibit 22-21: Food bid award to Single Source, Inc. for Detention Center

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Kenton County Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from August 2021 and receive updates on the county park master plan, park and capital projects, recreation programs, and shelter house reservations. The agenda is largely informational, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Minutes approval for 8/18/2021 meeting
• New Kenton County Park Master Plan update
• Park projects updates
• Capital projects updates
• Shelter house reservation annual review

The Kenton County Parks & Recreation Commission approved the 8/18/2021 meeting minutes and adjourned. Staff reported the draft master plan was presented to the Judge and administrative team, with next steps including a Fiscal Court presentation and a final public meeting. Completed projects (Richardson Road playground and dugouts, Pioneer Park basketball goals, Doe Run Lake cleanup) were noted, and future projects were discussed. The commission acknowledged Rita King's resignation after over 20 years of service; the Fiscal Court will appoint a replacement.

• Approved the 8/18/2021 meeting minutes
• Approved adjournment of the February 16, 2022 meeting
• Noted Rita King's resignation effective 2/14/2022; Fiscal Court to appoint a new member
• Discussed advertising completed park projects and using Instagram/YouTube and QR codes
• Discussed adding a registration system and rental fee for tennis courts
• Heard updates on capital projects, including Independence Station Road sidewalk design and Lincoln Ridge #3 playground bid acceptance on 2/22/22

Fiscal Court

The Fiscal Court will review fiscal year budget adjustments and a second reading of an ordinance regarding prisoner booking fees at the Detention Center. The agenda also includes several items for ratification, including ambulance grants and vehicle surpuses.

• Resolution 22-01C: Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments
• Ordinance No. 226.02: Amendments to prisoner per diem charges and booking fees
• Ratification of Kentucky Ambulance Block Grant for Independence Fire District
• Approval to surplus a 2014 Ford Explorer and a 2014 Dodge Charger for the Sheriff’s Office
• Bid award for Chevrolet Silverado upfit to KE Rose & Company

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a resolution for fiscal year budget adjustments totaling $682,200, covering a new skid steer, retirement expenses, road salt, and overtime. They also passed an ordinance amending jail fee collection, ratified several contracts and bids, and approved personnel actions including a resignation and a promotion.

• Approved Resolution 22-01C for $682,200 in budget adjustments (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 226.02 amending jail per diem and booking fee collection (3-0)
• Ratified Kentucky Ambulance Block Grant application for Independence Fire District (3-0)
• Approved surplus of 2014 Ford Explorer and 2014 Dodge Charger for Sheriff's Office (3-0)
• Awarded 2022 Chevrolet Silverado Upfit bid to KE Rose & Company (3-0)
• Approved food service bid for Detention Center (3-0)
• Approved employment contract for Michael Richman as QRT Officer (3-0)
• Approved resignation of Timothy Mains and promotion of Tiffany Schuler (3-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is meeting to approve routine items and take action on several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include a budget adjustment resolution, forfeiting grant funding for the Bromley-Crescent Springs Road project, and repealing a tax increment financing district agreement in Crescent Springs. The court will also consider first reading of an ordinance to amend jail fee collection, and approve various contracts and personnel appointments.

• Resolution 22-01B: Fiscal year budget adjustments
• Resolution 22-03: Forfeiture of matching SNK grant funding for Phase II of Bromley-Crescent Springs Road project
• Ordinance 971.18 (second reading): Repealing Local Development Area No. 1 TIF district agreement in Crescent Springs
• Ordinance 226.02 (first reading): Amending per diem charges and processing/booking fees for Detention Center prisoners
• Exhibit 22-11: Awarding in-building emergency responder radio communications system bid to Mobilcomm, Inc. for Justice Center and Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved several items, including budget adjustments totaling $7,300, a resolution to forfeit OKI grant funding for the Bromley-Crescent Springs Road Project Phase II, and the repeal of a TIF ordinance for Crescent Springs. They also approved the Detention Center's Policy/Procedure Manual, the consent agenda (including new golf tee signs and discontinuing a jail fee collection vendor), and multiple executive orders for personnel actions. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Detention Center Policy/Procedure Manual (4-0)
• Approved budget adjustments totaling $7,300 (4-0)
• Approved forfeiture of OKI grant for Bromley-Crescent Springs Road Phase II (4-0)
• Repealed Ordinance 971.18 for Crescent Springs TIF district (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda: golf tee signs, jail fee vendor discontinuation, fuel contract extension, radio system bid (4-0)
• Approved executive orders for personnel appointments, promotions, and resignations (4-0)

Fiscal Court

The Kenton County Fiscal Court will vote on a property tax abatement (PILOT) agreement for the Two Rivers project, approve budget adjustments, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. They will also hear updates on the county golf course and the Ion Center, and take action on various appointments, contracts, and surplus items.

• Approval of an Agreement in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for the Two Rivers Project
• Resolution 22-01A: Fiscal Year budget adjustments
• Resolution 22-02: Filing 2021 Kentucky Community Development Block Grant application for Transitions
• Ordinance 971.18 (first reading): Repealing local development area agreement for TIF district in Crescent Springs
• Exhibit 22-05: Award payment processing solutions bid to Kentucky Interactive, LLC (NIC Kentucky)

The Kenton County Fiscal Court unanimously approved an Agreement in Lieu of Taxes for the Two Rivers Project, budget adjustments for Animal Services and the Detention Center, and several ordinances and resolutions. They also approved the consent agenda, executive orders for appointments and personnel changes, and a motion to allow the county to serve as fiduciary for the Kenton County Fire Chiefs Association's sale proceeds. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Agreement in Lieu of Taxes for Two Rivers Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-01A budget adjustments ($15,000 Animal Services overtime, $10,200 Detention Center sick time) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-02 CDBG grant application for Transitions (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 121.44 code supplement (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 150.7 Emergency Communications Board amendments (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including golf course patio contract and payment processing bid (4-0)
• Approved Executive Orders 22-01 through 22-07 for appointments and personnel changes (4-0)
• Approved county as fiduciary for Fire Chiefs Association sale proceeds (4-0)