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The Madisonville City Council is meeting to approve routine items, hear department reports, and consider new business. The main action is a second reading of an ordinance amending the property tax chapter of the city code, which would be a final vote if passed. The council will also vote on declaring a surplus golf cart and discuss a road closure request for a historical marker dedication.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2026-5 amending Chapter 96 (Property Tax)
• Resolution 2026-34 to declare 1981 Yamaha Golf Cart as surplus property
• Discussion of road closure for Historical Marker Dedication Service honoring former Atkinson Literacy and Industrial College
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2026
• Approval of bills and payroll

Tourism Meeting

City Council

The Madisonville City Council is meeting to consider a first reading of an ordinance amending the property tax chapter of the city code, and several resolutions affecting the city's road system, including accepting Ruby Drive and establishing the official road list. The council will also discuss a road closure request for Logan Street and consider declaring a police trailer as surplus.

• First reading of Ordinance 2026-5 amending Chapter 96 (Property Tax)
• Resolution 2026-30 establishing roads in/out of city road system
• Resolution 2026-31 accepting Ruby Drive into city street system
• Resolution 2026-32 authorizing grant for Hopkins County Senior Citizens Center Rehabilitation
• Resolution 2026-33 declaring Police Quality 8.5 x 20 Trailer as surplus

The Madisonville City Council approved multiple tourism funding requests, including $500,000 for 4th Fest and Praise in Park (4-1), $100,000 for Madisonville Salutes, $50,000 for the Fly In Festival, and $30,000 for fireworks. It also approved $125,000 for two American flags at city exits, contingent on remaining funds being raised. The council passed resolutions establishing the city road system, accepting Ruby Drive, authorizing a senior center grant, and declaring a police trailer surplus. A first reading of a property tax ordinance was heard, with a second reading scheduled for September 21, 2026.

• Approved $500,000 for 4th Fest and Praise in Park (4-1, Cavanaugh no)
• Approved $100,000 for Madisonville Salutes (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 for Fly In Festival (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 for fireworks at Madisonville Salutes and 4th of July (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 for two American flags at city exits, contingent on remaining funds (3-2, Cavanaugh and Townsend no)
• Approved Resolution 2026-30 establishing city road system (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-31 accepting Ruby Drive into city street system (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-32 authorizing senior center rehabilitation grant (5-0)

Tourism Meeting

The Tourism Advisory Board is meeting to approve the minutes from June 15, 2026, and financial reports, and to hear a status report from Events Director Carrie Eison. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of June 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approval of financial reports
• Status report from Events Director Carrie Eison

City Council

The Madisonville City Council is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, bills, and department reports, and to consider several resolutions declaring surplus city vehicles and equipment. The most consequential item is a resolution authorizing a Community Development Block Grant application to the Kentucky Department for Local Government for rehabilitating the Regional Senior Citizens Center of Hopkins County, including committing local matching funds. The council will also consider an executive order appointing Jeremy Parker to the Airport Board.

• Resolution 2026-26: Declare Sanitation Department vehicles and equipment as surplus
• Resolution 2026-27: Declare Wastewater Collection Department vehicle as surplus
• Resolution 2026-28: Declare Parks Department vehicles and equipment as surplus
• Resolution 2026-29: Authorize CDBG application for senior center rehabilitation with local match
• Executive Order 2026-2: Appoint Jeremy Parker to Airport Board

The Madisonville City Council approved four resolutions declaring surplus vehicles and equipment from the Sanitation, Wastewater Collection, and Parks departments, and authorized submission of a CDBG grant application for the Regional Senior Citizens Center of Hopkins County. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one member absent. The council also approved the July 20, 2026 minutes and bills and payroll.

• Approved Resolution 2026-26 declaring Sanitation Department vehicles and equipment surplus (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-27 declaring Wastewater Collection camera truck surplus (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-28 declaring Parks Department vehicles and equipment surplus (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-29 authorizing CDBG grant application for senior center rehab (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved bills and payroll (5-0)

City Council

The Madisonville City Council will vote on two resolutions: declaring two parcels of city-owned land as surplus property and authorizing an application for a Kentucky Office of Homeland Security grant. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss pending litigation and potential real estate transactions.

• Resolution 2026-24 to declare surplus property (portions of M-3-1-7 and M-3-1-8C)
• Resolution 2026-25 to apply for and enter a Kentucky Office of Homeland Security agreement
• Closed session under KRS 61.810(1)(c) for litigation and KRS 61.810(1)(b) for real property discussions

The Madisonville City Council approved two resolutions: declaring portions of properties M-3-1-7 and M-3-1-8C as surplus, and authorizing an application and agreement with the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security. After a closed session, the council authorized the mayor to enter negotiations for purchasing property for public purposes. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one member absent.

• Approved surplus declaration for portions of M-3-1-7 and M-3-1-8C (5-0)
• Approved application and agreement with Kentucky Office of Homeland Security (5-0)
• Approved closed session for litigation and property discussions (5-0)
• Approved coming out of closed session (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor Cotton to negotiate property purchase for public purpose (5-0)

City Council

The Madisonville City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider three resolutions. Two resolutions authorize grant applications for the Mahr Park Arboretum Phase II Nature Play Area and the Lake PeeWee Raw Water Intake Project. A third resolution would declare a compactor as surplus equipment.

• Resolution 2026-21: Authorizes a Government Resources Accelerating Needed Transformation Grant for Mahr Park Arboretum Phase II Nature Play Area Project
• Resolution 2026-22: Authorizes a Government Resources Accelerating Needed Transformation Grant for Lake PeeWee Raw Water Intake Project
• Resolution 2026-23: Declares a compactor as surplus equipment

The Madisonville City Council held a special called meeting on July 7, 2026, with four members present and two absent. The council approved the minutes from two prior special meetings and passed three resolutions: authorizing grant applications for the Mahr Park Arboretum Phase II Nature Play Area and the Lake PeeWee Raw Water Intake Project, and declaring a compactor as surplus equipment for the Sanitation Department. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved minutes of June 29, 2026 special meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 1, 2026 special meeting (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-21 authorizing grant filing for Mahr Park Arboretum Phase II Nature Play Area (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-22 authorizing grant filing for Lake PeeWee Raw Water Intake Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-23 declaring compactor as surplus equipment for Sanitation Department (4-0)

City Council

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The Madisonville City Council will consider two resolutions at a special called meeting. The first would authorize an agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to extend Midtown Boulevard. The second would authorize a BRIC grant application and designate the Pennyrile Area Development District as grant administrator.

• Resolution 2026-19: Agreement with KY Transportation Cabinet for Midtown Boulevard extension
• Resolution 2026-20: Authorizing BRIC grant application and Pennyrile Area Development District as administrator

The Madisonville City Council unanimously approved two resolutions: an agreement with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to extend Midtown Boulevard, and a resolution authorizing a BRIC grant application with the Pennyrile Area Development District as administrator. All five present members voted yes; Council Member Glenda Wade was absent.

• Approved Resolution 2026-19: agreement with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for Midtown Boulevard extension (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 2026-20: authorizing BRIC grant application and Pennyrile Area Development District as grant administrator (5-0).
• Adjourned the special called meeting (5-0).

City Council

The Madisonville City Council will hold a special meeting to vote on a second-reading ordinance amending the current fiscal year budget and to consider a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign an architectural-services agreement for the Hopkins County Senior Citizens Center Rehabilitation Project. The agenda also includes a discussion item on a road closure request.

• Second reading of ordinance amending FY 2025-26 annual budget
• Resolution 2026-18 to authorize mayor to contract for architectural services for Hopkins County Senior Citizens Center Rehabilitation Project
• Discussion on a road closure request

The Madisonville City Council approved Ordinance 2026-04, amending the annual budget for FY 2025-2026, and Resolution 2026-18, authorizing Mayor Kevin Cotton to enter an architectural services agreement for the Hopkins County Senior Citizens Center Rehabilitation Project. Both items passed 4-0 with Council Members Adam Townsend and Glenda Wade absent. The council also approved the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes and bills/payroll, each by 4-0 votes.

• Approved minutes of June 15, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved bills and payroll (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-04 Budget Amendment (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-18 authorizing mayor to contract for architectural services for Senior Citizens Center Rehabilitation Project (4-0)
• Adjourned (4-0)

Tourism Meeting

The Tourism City Council Committee and Tourism Advisory Board will hold a special called meeting to approve minutes from February 17, 2026, and financials as of May 31, 2026. They will also receive a status report from Events Director Carrie Eison and an update from Jon Salley.

• Approval of minutes from February 17, 2026 meeting
• Approval of financial report as of May 31, 2026
• Status report from Carrie Eison, Events Director
• Update from Jon Salley

City Council

The council will hold a first reading of a budget amendment for the current fiscal year, and second reading of a zoning change for manufactured homes. Resolutions up for a vote include contracts for road salt and a power grid/fiber broadband franchise, plus surplus declarations. Discussion items include contracting with businesses owned by city employees and road aid project recommendations.

• First reading of Ordinance 2026-4 amending the FY 2025-2026 budget
• Second reading of Ordinance 2026-3 amending Chapter 156 on Qualified Manufactured Homes
• Resolution 2026-13 to accept bids for Road Salt
• Resolution 2026-14 to accept bids for Power Grid Modernization and Multi Gig Fiber Broadband Franchise
• Discussion on contracting with local businesses owned by city employees

The Madisonville City Council approved a franchise agreement with TEC for Power Grid Modernization and Multi Gig Fiber Broadband, accepted road salt bids from Morton Salt at $138.50 per ton, and approved amendments to the manufactured homes ordinance. The council also approved declaring surplus property and a list of city employees with potential business interests. The annual budget ordinance had its first reading only, with a second reading scheduled for June 29, 2026.

• Approved franchise agreement with TEC for Power Grid Modernization and Multi Gig Fiber Broadband (5-0)
• Approved road salt bid from Morton Salt at $138.50 per ton (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 156 on Qualified Manufactured Homes (5-0)
• Approved surplus of Maintenance Shop equipment (5-0)
• Approved surplus of Water Department equipment (5-0)
• Approved surplus of Transportation regulatory signs (5-0)
• Approved list of employees with potential business interests (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 1, 2026, and bills/payroll (5-0)

City Council

City Council

The Madisonville City Council will hold a first reading on amending Chapter 156 regarding qualified manufactured homes and a second reading to adopt the FY 2026-2027 budget. Routine items include approval of minutes, bills, payroll, and reports from departments and committees.

• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 156 on Qualified Manufactured Homes
• Second reading of ordinance adopting FY 2026-2027 city budget (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027)
• Presentation from the Historical Society
• Fire and Police Department reports
• Zoning and Business Licenses reports

The Madisonville City Council voted 5-0 to adopt the annual budget for fiscal year July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. The council also approved minutes from May 11, 2026, and bills and payroll. A first reading was held for an ordinance amending Chapter 156 regarding manufactured homes, with a second reading scheduled for June 15, 2026.

• Approved FY 2026-2027 budget (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved bills and payroll (5-0)
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 156 on manufactured homes; second reading set for June 15

Tourism Meeting

City Council

The City Council will hear the mayor's budget message and consider first reading of an ordinance adopting the annual budget for July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. The council will also vote on a resolution approving an EPAD financing agreement for Legacy Spaces, LLC and an amendment to the personnel policy and employee handbook. Other items include a proclamation for Older Americans Month and the police department report.

• Presentation of proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and mayor's budget message
• First reading of ordinance adopting the annual budget for July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027
• Resolution 2026-11 approving EPAD program financing agreement for Legacy Spaces, LLC
• Resolution 2026-12 amending the 2026 updates for personnel policy and employee handbook
• Proclamation for Older Americans Month

The council approved a resolution authorizing an EPAD program financing agreement for Legacy Spaces, LLC and allowing the mayor to sign related paperwork. The mayor presented the proposed 2026-2027 budget, which received first reading only; second reading is set for June 1, 2026. Minutes from April 6 and April 30, 2026, were approved, as were bills and payroll. A proclamation for Older Americans Month was read, and the police department report was received.

• Approved EPAD financing agreement for Legacy Spaces, LLC and authorized mayor to sign paperwork (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 6, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 30, 2026 special called meeting (5-0)
• Approved bills and payroll (5-0)
• Approved amendment to 2026 updates for personnel policy and employee handbook (5-0)
• First reading only of annual budget ordinance for FY 2026-2027; second reading set for June 1, 2026

City Council

City Council

The Madisonville City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss the 2026-2027 budget. The agenda includes only this budget discussion item, with no other business or public hearings listed.

• Discussion of 2026-2027 Budget

The Madisonville City Council held a special called meeting on April 30, 2026, to discuss the 2026-2027 budget under New Business. No formal votes or decisions regarding the budget were recorded in the minutes. The meeting concluded with an adjournment vote.

• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Madisonville City Council will consider several resolutions, including accepting bids for a new fire truck and sewer system improvements, declaring surplus property, and a transfer with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. They will also make appointments to the Housing Authority Commission and discuss a water service application outside city limits. The meeting includes proclamations and routine approvals.

• Resolution 2026-6: Accept bids for custom low hosebed pumper fire truck
• Resolution 2026-7: Accept bids for sewer system improvements for Rose Creek Road sewer extension
• Resolution 2026-8: Declare 15 East Center Street as surplus property
• Resolution 2026-9: Declare transformers as surplus property
• Appointments of Jeff Reeves and Sid Hill to Housing Authority Commission

The Madisonville City Council approved two major purchases: a custom low hosebed pumper fire truck from Vogelpohl Fire Equipment for $1,062,995.00 and a Rose Creek Road sewer extension by Koberstein Contracting for $455,664.00. The council also declared 15 East Center Street and Madisonville Electric Department transformers as surplus property, approved a transfer with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, appointed Jeff Reeves and Sid Hill to the Housing Authority Commission, and approved water service for 110 Country Club Lane. All votes were 4-0, with Council Members Misty Cavanaugh and Glenda Wade absent. The meeting also included proclamations and routine approvals of minutes and bills.

• Approved bid for custom low hosebed pumper fire truck to Vogelpohl Fire Equipment for $1,062,995.00 (4-0)
• Approved bid for Rose Creek Road sewer extension to Koberstein Contracting for $455,664.00 (4-0)
• Declared 15 East Center Street as surplus property (4-0)
• Declared Madisonville Electric Department transformers as surplus property (4-0)
• Approved transfer with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Department of Highways (4-0)
• Appointed Jeff Reeves to Housing Authority Commission (4-0)
• Appointed Sid Hill to Housing Authority Commission (4-0)
• Approved water service for 110 Country Club Lane (4-0)

City Council

The Madisonville City Council will meet to approve routine items, receive an audit report, and consider three resolutions, including one declaring an emergency to waive competitive bidding for replacing the HVAC at the Police Department Regional Training Complex and another awarding that replacement. The council will also consider applying for state recycling grant funding and hear department reports.

• Resolution 2026-3: Application for Kentucky Pride Fund Recycling Grant (2026-2027)
• Resolution 2026-4: Declaring emergency, waiving bidding for HVAC replacement at Police Regional Training Complex
• Resolution 2026-5: Awarding HVAC replacement at Police Regional Training Complex
• Audit report by Theresa Jones, CPA
• Proclamation for National Surveyors Week

The Madisonville City Council met on March 16, 2026 with five of six members present; Council Member Glenda Wade was absent. The council approved the March 2, 2026 minutes and approved bills and payroll, both by 5-0 votes. In new business, the council approved Resolution 2026-3 to apply for 2026-2027 Kentucky Pride Fund recycling grant funding, and approved Resolution 2026-4 declaring an emergency and waiving formal competitive bidding to replace the HVAC at the Madisonville Police Department Regional Training Complex, followed by Resolution 2026-5 awarding that HVAC replacement. All resolutions passed 5-0. The minutes also list an audit report, a National Surveyors Week proclamation, and fire and police department reports, but record no decisions on those items.

• Approved minutes of March 2, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved bills and payroll (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-3 to apply for 2026-2027 Kentucky Pride Fund recycling grant through the Kentucky Division of Waste Management (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-4 declaring an emergency and waiving formal competitive bidding to replace HVAC at Madisonville Police Department Regional Training Complex (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-5 awarding replacement of HVAC at Madisonville Police Regional Training Complex (5-0)
• Voted to adjourn (5-0)

City Council

The Madisonville City Council is meeting to approve minutes and bills, receive department and committee reports, and discuss a Tourism Advisory Board report. Under new business, the council will hold a second reading of an ordinance amending the Code Enforcement Board regulations and discuss a proposed road closure for the U.S. 250th anniversary celebration on June 28, 2026.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2026-01 amending Chapter 37.11 (Code Enforcement Board)
• Discussion of road closure for June 28, 2026, 250th anniversary of the United States
• Approval of bills and payroll
• Discussion of Tourism Advisory Board report

The Madisonville City Council approved multiple tourism event funding allocations totaling $510,000, including $175,000 for Wings over Western Kentucky and $150,000 for Deck the Park, as well as a reallocation of $85,000 for a parking lot project. The council also approved an ordinance amendment to the Code Enforcement Board and a road closure for the 250th anniversary celebration. All votes were unanimous among the five members present.

• Approved $30,000 to Madisonville Illuminated Event (5-0)
• Approved $75,000 to Madisonville Salutes Event (5-0)
• Approved $35,000 to Harvest Fest Event (5-0)
• Approved $175,000 to Wings over Western Kentucky Event (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 to Deck the Park (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 to Downtown Christmas Lights Decorations (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 to General Events Supplies and Needs (5-0)
• Approved reallocation of $85,000 for outdoor turf project to parking lot at Sports Factory (5-0)

City Council

The Madisonville City Council is meeting to approve minutes and bills, receive department reports, and consider new business. This includes a first reading of an ordinance amending the code enforcement board, a resolution adopting the 2026 personnel policy, and discussion of closing Court Street for a food truck festival.

• First reading of Ordinance 2026-01 amending Chapter 37.11 (Code Enforcement Board)
• Resolution 2026-02 adopting the 2026 Personnel Policy
• Discussion of closing Court Street on July 11 and October 31, 2026 for Bluegrass Food Truck Festival
• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2026
• Approval of bills and payroll

The Madisonville City Council approved Resolution 2026-02, adopting updates to the 2026 Personnel Policy, and approved closing Court Street on July 11 and October 31, 2026, for the Bluegrass Food Truck Festival. The council also approved the minutes from February 2, 2026, and the bills and payroll. An ordinance amending Chapter 37.11 regarding the Code Enforcement Board had its first reading, with a second reading scheduled for March 2, 2026.

• Approved Resolution 2026-02, updates to the 2026 Personnel Policy (5-0)
• Approved road closure of Court Street on July 11 and October 31, 2026, for Bluegrass Food Truck Festival (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 2, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved bills and payroll (5-0)
• First reading of Ordinance 2026-01 amending Chapter 37.11 (Code Enforcement Board); second reading set for March 2, 2026

Tourism Meeting

The Madisonville Tourism Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes and financials, hear a status report from Events Director Carrie Eison, and discuss the budget. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget discussion being the main substantive item.

• Approval of November 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of financial report as of January 31, 2026
• Status report from Events Director Carrie Eison
• Budget discussion

City Council

The Madisonville City Council will convene for a regular meeting with no substantive items on the agenda. The session includes procedural actions, department reports, and a ceremonial proclamation.

The Madisonville City Council met on February 2, 2026, with five of six members present; Council Member Glenda Wade was absent. The council approved the minutes of its January 20, 2026 meeting and approved bills and payroll, both by 5-0 votes. It also approved the appointment of Rick Skelton to the Code Enforcement Board (Municipal Order 2026-02), 5-0, and then adjourned. The minutes also list a proclamation and department reports but record no other substantive decisions.

• Approved minutes of January 20, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved bills and payroll (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Rick Skelton to Code Enforcement Board, Municipal Order 2026-02 (5-0)
• Adjourned (5-0)

City Council

The Madisonville City Council is meeting for a regular session with routine items: approving prior minutes and bills, receiving department reports, and appointing a council chairperson. New business includes declaring Bubble Buddies Golf Carts as surplus property and reappointing Glenda Seaton to the Tourism Advisory Board via Municipal Order 2026-01. An executive order will set city council committee assignments for 2026.

• Declare Bubble Buddies Golf Carts as surplus property
• Re-Appointment of Glenda Seaton to Tourism Advisory Board - Municipal Order 2026-01
• Executive Order on City Council Committee Assignments - 2026-01
• Appointment of Chairperson of City Council
• Approval of bills and payroll

The Madisonville City Council met on January 20, 2026, and approved the minutes from December 15, 2025, and the bills and payroll. They appointed Frank Stevenson as Chairperson of the City Council, declared two Bubble Buddies golf carts as surplus property, and re-appointed Glenda Seaton to the Tourism Advisory Board. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one member absent.

• Approved minutes of December 15, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved bills and payroll (5-0)
• Appointed Frank Stevenson as Chairperson of City Council (5-0)
• Approved surplus of two Bubble Buddies golf carts (5-0)
• Approved re-appointment of Glenda Seaton to Tourism Advisory Board (5-0)