Paducah public meetings in 2024
20 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Commission
The Paducah City Commission will consider several routine consent agenda items, including a contract with Galls LLC for police uniforms and gear, acceptance of donated properties at 1200 Caldwell Street and 854 Main Street, and board appointments. The commission will also vote on an ordinance amending Chapter 106 of the Code of Ordinances related to business licenses (adoption) and introduce an ordinance for 2025A General Obligation Bonds. Additionally, a public hearing and vote is scheduled to approve a request for proposal for a public art project in the Walter Jetton/Southside neighborhood.
- Amend Chapter 106 of the Code of Ordinances related to business licenses
- Contract with Galls LLC for police uniforms and gear
- Accept donation of property at 1200 Caldwell Street
- Accept donation of property at 854 Main Street
- Approve RFP for public art project in Walter Jetton/Southside neighborhood
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a resolution to transfer the Section 8 housing program to the Housing Authority of Paducah, along with several other items. The consent agenda includes purchases of equipment such as a horizontal grinder for $749,274.38 and radios for $218,325. Ordinances to amend fire department, addressing, and personnel codes are up for adoption, and a new city engineer employment agreement is proposed.
- Resolution to transfer Section 8 program to Housing Authority of Paducah
- Authorize purchase of horizontal grinder and conveyor for $749,274.38 from Vermeer Midwest
- Purchase of real property at 600 Glenwood Drive from Paducah Independent School Board for $120,000
- Employment agreement with Gregory Guebert as City Engineer
- Contract for Columbia Theatre Facade Renovation with Columbia Art House, Inc.
City Commission
The Paducah City Commission will consider several routine items on the consent agenda, including contracts for 911 recording hardware and a $100,000 FY2025 agreement with Sprocket, Inc. They will also approve a construction contract for the Paducah Riverfront Infrastructure Improvement Project (BUILD) and consider ordinance amendments affecting the fire department, addressing, and personnel codes. A bonding discussion is scheduled, followed by comments from the City Manager and commissioners before an executive session.
- Approve FY2025 contract with Sprocket, Inc. for $100,000
- Approve contract with Equature for 911 recording hardware and software ($88,057.50)
- Authorize subordination agreement with Independence Bank for 3141 Broadway
- Approve construction contract with Jim Smith Contracting, Inc. for Paducah Riverfront Infrastructure Improvement Project (BUILD)
- Amend Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances related to the Fire Department
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several interlocal agreements with McCracken County regarding GIS and emergency 911 services. The body will also vote on health benefit plans for 2025 and an amendment to the personnel ordinance.
- Amendment to the ordinance creating a Real Estate Parcel Fee for 911 services
- Application for a $3,000 Kentucky League of Cities Liability Grant
- Purchase of one 3/4Ton and one 1Ton service truck
- Interlocal Agreement for the Paducah/McCracken County Geographic Information System
- 2025 Health, Vision, and Dental Benefit Plan Premiums
City Commission
The Paducah City Commission will consider a consent agenda of routine items, including the approval of minutes, a contract with WKCTC, and a pipe replacement project. The body will also vote to accept a permanent utility easement at 723 Cruse Avenue.
- Contract with WKCTC for Operation of Public and Government Access Channels
- Fleet Maintenance Service Agreement with Crittenden County Volunteer Fire Department
- Friedman Lane Pipe Replacement Project – $73,728.00
- Acceptance of Permanent Utility Easement at 723 Cruse Avenue
- Adopt new Interlocal Agreement for Paducah/McCracken County Geographic Information System
City Commission
The Paducah City Commission will vote on proposed tax rates for FY2025 and authorize the acceptance of a $750,000 National Park Service grant. The meeting also includes approvals for equipment purchases and a funding agreement with Paxton Park.
- Authorize acceptance of $750,000 National Park Service grant
- Authorize reimbursement up to $958,404 for Triple Rail Site preparation
- Approve City of Paducah Proposed Tax Rates - FY2025
- Approve Paducah Independent School District Tax Rates
- Amend Zoning Map - Rezoning of 200 Fountain Avenue
City Commission
The City Commission will review several service contracts for FY2025 and equipment purchases for police and sanitation. The body will also discuss a zoning text amendment regarding medical cannabis and the acceptance of a Mellon Foundation grant.
- Acceptance of a $1.34 million Mellon Foundation Grant for Uppertown Heritage Foundation
- FY2025 contracts: Greater Paducah Economic Development Council ($250,000), Paducah Transit Authority ($215,000), and Barkley Regional Airport Authority ($120,000)
- Purchase of rollout containers and parts from Toter, Inc. not to exceed $300,000
- Medical Cannabis Zoning Text Amendment introduction
- Purchase of Christmas decor from Holiday Outdoor Decor for $48,554.00
City Commission
The Paducah City Commission will consider several municipal orders and ordinances. Key items include a contract for E911 server virtualization and the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program FY25 budget.
- Contract with Trace3 for E911 server hardware and software not to exceed $130,000
- Tower lease with SBA Towers X, LLC for 911 Radio Upgrade
- Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program FY25 Budget
- Amendment to Ordinance 2019-11-8600 for IVR credit card and ACH payments
- Natural Gas Franchise Agreement between the City of Paducah and Atmos Energy
City Commission
The City Commission will review several large construction and service contracts related to the Paducah Sports Park. The agenda also includes insurance premium approvals, grant acceptances, and a new ordinance regarding 911 service fees.
- Construction contracts for Paducah Sports Park: $47,771,839.00 to A&K Construction
- Construction contract for Paducah Sports Park: $6,321,087.00 to Sprinturf
- Construction contract for Paducah Sports Park: $2,264,475.00 to Musco
- Contract for Paducah Sports Park food and beverage services: $608,833.00 to Stafford Smith
- Acceptance of a $99,653 Kentucky 911 Services Board Grant
City Commission
The City Commission will consider the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and a new ordinance to create a real estate parcel fee for 911 services. Other items include a development agreement for 318 Broadway Street and a discussion regarding Paducah Sports Park.
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
- Ordinance creating a Real Estate Parcel Fee for 911 services
- Development Agreement with C.I.R.CO Construction for 318 Broadway Street
- Acceptance of $3.5 million House Bill 1 Appropriation for the Build Grant Project
- Amendment to Zoning Code regarding Reasonable Accommodation for Recovery Homes
City Commission
The City Commission will consider the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and a new noise ordinance. The agenda includes several grant acceptances, service agreements, and alley closures.
- Introduction of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
- Acceptance of a $605,071 Kentucky Pride Fund Composting Grant
- Purchase of a $79,000 Fire Department pickup truck
- $75,000 contract for BBQ on the River services
- Closing of alleys west of S 24th Street
City Commission
The Paducah City Commission will review several contracts, including a $697,600 fire and rescue boat purchase. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for 911 radio upgrades and various street and alley closures.
- Purchase of a multi-purpose fire and rescue boat from Lake Assault Boats, LLC for $697,600
- Budget amendment of $670,365 for the 911 Radio Upgrade Project
- Contract with Jim Smith Construction for Robert Cherry Civic Center parking lot repaving for $133,193.00
- Tennis Court Resurfacing Project contract with Tennis Technologies Inc. for $42,785.00
- Residential Infill Agreement with Willett Enterprises, Inc for LaBarri Subdivision not to exceed $197,991.86
City Commission
The Paducah City Commission will review several municipal orders and ordinances including a technology department renovation and budget adjustments. The agenda also includes a presentation on Paxton Park and various personnel and grant approvals.
- Contract with A&K Construction, Inc. for $779,104 to re-roof and renovate the Technology Department
- Budget amendment of $670,365 for radios as part of the 911 Radio Upgrade Project
- Grant application for $1.34 million for the Uppertown Heritage Foundation
- Upper Story Residential Grant of $75,000 to BHIK, LLC for apartments at 219 Broadway
- Budget amendment to increase Community Development Block Grant Fund by $200,000
City Commission
The City Commission will review several grant applications and budget amendments. Items include a $760,140 FEMA SAFER grant and a $200,000 increase to the Community Development Block Grant Fund. The meeting also includes discussions on property sales and ordinance changes.
- Application for a $760,140 FEMA SAFER grant
- $200,000 budget amendment for the Community Development Block Grant Fund
- Sale of surplus property at 815 South 5th Street
- Closure of an alley west of South 16th Street between Kentucky Avenue and Washington Street
- Application for a $45,120 Kentucky Office of Homeland Security Grant
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several grant applications, including funds for composting and 911 services. The agenda also includes a contract modification for the 2024 dredging project and an ordinance to close an alley.
- Grant applications for composting ($602,071), 911 services ($110,725), and hazardous waste ($44,995)
- Contract modification for the 2024 Dredging Project with Dredge America, Inc. (-$4,238.80)
- Ordinance introduction to close an alley west of South 16th Street
- Request for proposals for tennis court resurfacing
City Commission
The City Commission will review a Fire Department Feasibility Study presentation. The agenda includes several personnel actions, contract amendments, and a demolition agreement for the Katterjohn Building.
- Demolition of 1501 Broadway (Katterjohn Building) for $221,000
- Road remediation for Dog Park Relocation Project: $103,779.00 contract modification
- Purchase of rollout containers, lids, and parts from Toter, Inc. up to $340,000
- Fire Department Feasibility Study presentation
- Request for Bids for a Natural Gas Franchise
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several municipal orders, including a $750,000 grant application and the 2024 Commission Priorities. The agenda also includes an ordinance introduction for demolition services at 1501 Broadway.
- Demolition of 1501 Broadway (Katterjohn Building) for $221,000
- Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant application for $750,000
- Mott Electric contract for Fire Station 5 Generator project for $77,400
- Valley Contracting Services, LLC contract modification of $1,347.94
- Ordinance creating a Natural Gas Franchise
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several municipal orders, including a $500,000 pledge for the Columbia Theater façade. The meeting includes presentations on the Southside Walter Jetton Housing Program and the Paducah Police Department.
- $500,000 pledge for the stabilization of the Columbia Theater Façade
- $200,000 Community Development Block Grant for Four Rivers Recovery Center
- EPAD Program Financing Agreement for Blockware Mining, Inc.
- Stuart Nelson Park Road design and request for bids
- Ordinance creating a Natural Gas Franchise
City Commission
The City Commission will consider a resolution declaring Paducah a Nuclear Ready Community. The agenda also includes municipal orders regarding solid waste fee changes and recommendations for the Paducah Sports Park. Additionally, the commission will review the acceptance of a $41,000 Kentucky Highway Safety Grant.
- Resolution declaring Paducah a Nuclear Ready Community
- Solid Waste Fee changes
- Acceptance of $41,000 Kentucky Highway Safety Grant
- Tyler, Inc. contract amendment for $2,995
- Ordinance for Woodland Property on Pines, LLC Subdivision
City Commission
The Paducah City Commission will discuss solid waste rates and consider ordinances for land annexation and sewer easements. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Paducah Sports Park and several board appointments.
- $51,425 purchase agreement for Keiler Park rubber surfacing
- $39,975 contract with Pyro Shows for Independence Day fireworks
- Annexation of four City-owned lots for potential redevelopment
- Discussion regarding solid waste rates
- Introduction of Woodland Property on Pines, LLC Subdivision ordinance