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Paris public meetings in 2025

40 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 16, 2025 · 14:00

City Commission

Paris City Commission to hold joint meeting with Parks and Recreation

The City Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a joint session with Parks and Recreation. Other agenda items are procedural.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

City Commission will award contracts for outage management and breathing apparatus systems

The Paris City Commission will consider several municipal orders, including authorizing a market money fund, purchasing body‑worn cameras, and revising job descriptions for EMS and fire personnel. It will also award bids for an electric department outage management system and a fire department self‑contained breathing apparatus. Additional items include updates to park management and police department policies.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved major public safety equipment purchases and policies

The commission unanimously approved several municipal orders, including Phase II policy updates for the Police Department, opening a Market Money Fund, a body‑worn camera contract for $104,358.40, and a $313,784.98 purchase of self‑contained breathing apparatus. It also approved the award of an outage‑management system to the Electric Department, revised job descriptions for EMS and Fire, and a revised conditional employment agreement for Fire employees. The parks‑related order was tabled, so it did not pass.

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Tue Nov 25, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Paris City Commission to consider code of ordinances supplement

The City Commission will hold a second reading for an ordinance to supplement the Code of Ordinances. The body will also review contract awards and police department policy revisions.

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✓ Decided: Commission appointed Mark Burden as interim Chief of Police

The City Commission unanimously approved Municipal Order 2025-85, naming Mark Burden interim Chief of Police effective Jan. 1, 2026. The commission also approved ordinance 2025-29 to supplement the code, several contracts and a lease, the promotion of the Fire Chief, payment of invoices, and the June financial reports. All actions were carried by unanimous vote.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 16:00

City Commission

Joint meeting to discuss adding property to parks board

The Bourbon County Fiscal Court and Paris City Commission will hold a joint workshop to discuss the potential costs of adding a specific property on Millersburg Road to the jurisdiction of the Joint Parks and Recreation Board.

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✓ Decided: Workshop discussed adding Millersburg Road park to joint board, no decisions taken

The City Commission and Bourbon County Fiscal Court met to review costs and staffing for adding the Millersburg Road venues to the Joint Parks and Recreation Board. Judge Williams presented a one‑time startup cost of $78,300 and an annual operating cost of $64,500, and reminded the commission of a sanitary‑sewer commitment due by Dec 31 2026. No vote or formal action was recorded; the Joint Parks and Recreation Board will consider the addition at its Dec 9 meeting.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 09:00

General

Second reading of FY2026 budget amendment

The Paris City Commission holds a special meeting to consider several ordinances and municipal orders. Key actions include a second reading of a budget amendment for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, and first readings of a code supplement and a net energy metering ordinance. The consent agenda features creation of a GIS coordinator position, a contract award, and personnel changes.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved the FY 2026 first‑quarter budget amendment

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. It also approved the second reading of Ordinance 2025-29, which amends the first quarter FY 2026 budget. Several municipal orders were approved, including creating a GIS Coordinator position, awarding a contract to Dynamic Air Solutions, and authorizing a lease renewal with the Commonwealth of Kentucky. All actions were carried out with unanimous votes.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Paris City Commission to consider budget amendment and fee changes

The City Commission will review a first-quarter budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2026. The body is also considering ordinances regarding building inspection permits, utility billing late fees, and the municipal compensation scale.

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✓ Decided: Approved Main Street closure for Holiday Parade on Dec 6, 2025

The commission unanimously approved a street closure on Main Street for the Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade on December 6, 2025, and authorized police and staff assistance. It also approved several ordinances, a new GIS Coordinator position, a street lighting contract, and payment of recent invoices. Financial reports for June were accepted, and the meeting minutes from October 14 were ratified.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025 · 15:00

General

Bourbon County Fiscal Court and City Commission to discuss parks, sewer projects, and youth baseball

The Bourbon County Fiscal Court and City Commission will meet to review 2026 Youth Baseball plans, add properties to the Joint Parks & Recreation Board, and discuss the status of sanitary sewer projects and a Brownfield Grant application for the Transfer Station property.

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301 Main Street, Paris
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Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Paris Commission to consider new GIS position and building permit fee changes

The Paris City Commission will consider first readings for ordinances creating a GIS Coordinator position, amending building inspection permit fees, and adjusting utility billing late fees. The body will also address a construction change order and award contracts for Morton Salt and utility pole attachments.

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✓ Decided: City approved $230,270.47 contract to repair the municipal building’s cooling tower

The commission unanimously approved several municipal orders, including a $25,386.06 change‑order increase for Judy Construction, a bulk salt purchase, a LIHEAP vendor agreement, a pole‑attachment agreement with Windstream, a $50,158.40 repair of Engine 7, and a $230,270.47 contract to repair the City’s cooling tower. It also approved staffing an Executive Assistant, authorized street closures for the Dia De Los Muertos Festival, and authorized payment of invoices totaling $727,572.13 across the General and Utility Funds.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

City Commission will consider Resolution 2025-21 for the opioid settlement

The Paris City Commission meeting on September 23, 2025 will review a consent agenda that includes several contracts, personnel hires, and a resolution concerning an opioid settlement. The regular agenda will present August financials for the General and Utility Fund and approve a change order and financing for a digger derrick for the Electric Department. The commission will also receive reports from outside agencies, city staff, and the mayor and commissioners before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: City approved $361,700 in fund payments and multiple contracts

The commission unanimously approved payments of $250,893.78 for the General Fund and $110,806.53 for the Utility Fund. It also authorized several contracts, including paving, pump purchases, roof repairs, and a firearms purchase. Additional actions included hiring two police officers and a utility admin, and approving street closures for upcoming community events.

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Fri Sep 12, 2025 · 13:30

City Commission

Paris Commission to appoint interim fire chief

The Paris City Commission will meet to approve minutes from the previous week and consider appointing an interim fire chief. The agenda also includes a consent item regarding the transfer station.

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✓ Decided: City Commission appoints Joshua Hurst as interim fire chief

The commission unanimously approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the surplus of property from the former transfer station as authorized by state law. The commission unanimously approved the city manager’s recommendation to appoint Joshua Hurst as interim fire chief, effective September 12, 2025. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 1:35 p.m.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

City Commission to close streets and approve paving contracts

The Paris City Commission will vote on closing two streets and approve paving contracts for Springhill Drive and infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes personnel appointments and grant agreements.

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✓ Decided: City approved $1.96 million in Cleaner Water grant agreements

The commission unanimously approved two Cleaner Water grant assistance agreements totaling $1,956,936 and authorized the city to administer the funds. It also approved street and alley closures, a street‑resurfacing contract, and several hiring orders. Additional unanimous actions included permission for ribbon volunteers, rejection of engine‑7 repair bids, and payment of utility and general‑fund invoices.

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Fri Sep 5, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

City Commission will consider 2025-2026 ad valorem tax levies and discounts

The Paris City Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed levy of real and personal ad valorem tax rates for fiscal year 2025-2026. Commissioners will take second-reading votes on four ordinances that set tax rates for real property, personal property, motor vehicles and watercraft, and a discount on real‑property tax. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, and approval of the August 26, 2025 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves four tax ordinances for FY 2025‑2026

The Paris City Commission unanimously approved four ordinances that set ad valorem tax rates for real property, personal property, motor vehicles and watercraft, and a real‑property tax discount for fiscal year 2025‑2026. The minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously. A public hearing on the FY 2025‑2026 tax rates was held and received no comments.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

City Commission approves contract with Hinkle Contracting Company, LLC

The Paris City Commission will consider two ordinances to close a proposed street between 1475 and 1483 Cypress Street and an alley near 1475 Cypress Street. It will also act on several municipal orders, including appointments to the KYMEA, Alcohol Beverage Control, and EMS Board, as well as contracts and financing items such as a backhoe purchase and street lighting on Cleveland Drive.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved contract with Hinkle Contracting for annual street paving

The Paris City Commission unanimously approved a series of municipal orders, contracts, and financial actions. Key actions included appointing officials to state boards, financing a backhoe purchase, and authorizing street paving and lighting contracts. The commission also approved June financial reports and paid outstanding invoices totaling $645,797.40.

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Fri Aug 22, 2025 · 13:30

City Commission

Commission to discuss 2026 property tax rates

The Paris City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss setting the fiscal year 2026 property tax rates. The meeting is scheduled for Friday, August 22, 2025, at 1:30 PM in the Commission Chambers.

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✓ Decided: Commission adjourned the workshop meeting

The Paris City Commission held a workshop session on August 22, 2025 to discuss the 2024 property tax rates. Finance Director Brad Oberlander presented the rate calculations and their alignment with the FY2025-26 budget. No action was taken on any agenda items. The meeting was adjourned by a motion from Commissioner Fields, seconded by Commissioner Galbraith.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Commission to hold public hearing on zoning change at 195 Bethlehem Road

The Paris City Commission will hold a public hearing and second reading on Ordinance 2025-18, a zone map amendment for 195 Bethlehem Road. The commission also considers first readings on multiple tax levy ordinances for fiscal year 2025-2026, and a consent agenda with contracts, grants, and personnel actions.

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✓ Decided: City approved $726,735 and $1,230,201 Cleaner Water grants for Fords Mill Road

The commission unanimously accepted two Cleaner Water Grant Assistance Agreements totaling $1,956,936 for the Fords Mill Road project. It also approved contracts for the Fords Mill Lift Station and Houston Creek Interceptor, appointed a new housing authority board member, and hired a certified E911 dispatcher. Additional bids for water storage, equipment, and a pickup truck were approved, and a street closure for a community event was authorized.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Paris City Commission to consider zone map amendment for 195 Bethlehem Road

The City Commission will hold a first reading for a zone map amendment at 195 Bethlehem Road. The body will also consider various municipal orders regarding board appointments, personnel promotions, and contract requests.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved new City Manager contract and multiple city projects

The commission voted to appoint John Matthew Belcher as City Manager. It also approved several appointments, promotions, contracts, equipment purchases, a street closure, and a fireworks display. All items except the City Manager appointment passed unanimously.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025 · 10:30

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Paris City and County officials to hold joint workshop on agencies and projects

The Paris City Commission and County officials will discuss the status of joint agencies and several infrastructure projects. The meeting focuses on coordination between city and county services and specific site developments.

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✓ Decided: City and County approved transferring the former transfer station property.

The City of Paris and Bourbon County approved the conveyance of the former transfer station property, pending a new survey before the deed is recorded. The Parks and Recreation Board voted to dismantle the bleachers at the county park, requiring spectators to bring their own chairs. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

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Wed Jul 16, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

City Commission considers employee appointment in closed session

The Paris City Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on the appointment of an individual employee. The discussion will occur in an executive session under state law, with possible action following the closed session.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved conditional offer for City Manager John Matthew Belcher

The commission voted to extend a conditional offer of employment to John Matthew Belcher for the City Manager position. The motion passed with four votes in favor and one against. The commission also unanimously approved entering and exiting an executive session and adjourned the meeting.

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Fri Jul 11, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Commission will discuss possible employee appointment in executive session

The Paris City Commission special meeting on July 11, 2025 will open with a call to order and roll call. The commission will hold an executive session under KRS 61.810(1)(f) to discuss a possible appointment of an individual employee, and may take related action. The meeting will adjourn after these items.

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✓ Decided: City Commission held a special session with no actions taken

The commission met in a special session on July 11, 2025. A motion was passed to enter executive session, but no actions were taken during either the executive or open session. The meeting was adjourned at 9:28 a.m.

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Mon Jun 30, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Special meeting for closed session on employee appointment

This is a special meeting of the Paris City Commission. The sole agenda item is an executive session under state law to discuss the possible appointment of an individual employee, followed by potential action. No other business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: City Commission held procedural motions, no substantive actions taken

The commission entered an executive session by a unanimous motion, then exited it by another unanimous motion. The meeting was subsequently adjourned by a unanimous motion. No substantive policy decisions or actions were taken.

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Tue Jun 24, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Paris Commission to vote on budget amendment and E911 meter fees

The Paris City Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 24, 2025, with second readings of two ordinances: a fourth-quarter budget amendment and new meter fees for E911 services. The consent agenda includes multiple contracts, bid awards, and a real estate conveyance on Stewart Street. The regular agenda features a request to purchase a 19th Street water tank booster pump, and the commission will enter executive sessions to discuss litigation and a potential employee appointment.

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✓ Decided: City Commission authorizes lawsuit on eight parcels and approves multiple contracts

The commission unanimously approved several budget amendments, contracts, and hires, including a Q4 budget amendment and a $10 water meter fee. It also authorized a lawsuit under the Kentucky Mass Foreclosure Act on eight city parcels. All actions were carried out with unanimous votes.

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Wed Jun 18, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

City Commission holds executive session for possible employee appointment

The Paris City Commission is holding a special meeting on June 18, 2025, with the only item being an executive session to discuss a potential individual employee appointment. No other business or public votes are scheduled. This is a procedural meeting with limited public action.

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✓ Decided: City Commission held procedural motions; no substantive actions taken

The commission entered and exited executive session twice, recessed for lunch, and adjourned. All motions were unanimous. No other actions or decisions were taken.

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Tue Jun 10, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Paris City Commission to consider FY 2025-2026 Annual Budget adoption

The City Commission will hold a second reading for the FY 2025-2026 Annual Budget and a compensation scale amendment. The body will also consider a fourth quarter budget amendment and E911 meter fees. Additionally, the commission will review funding agreements for several community partners.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved the FY 2025‑2026 annual budget

The commission adopted ordinance 2025‑14, approving the FY 2025‑2026 budget, and ordinance 2025‑15, amending the employee compensation scale. It also hired a full‑time police officer recruit and approved payments of invoices totaling $1,244,590.49. The board rejected a $5,000 bid for surplus property and approved the Festival of the Fifth summer concert series.

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Tue May 27, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Commission to review FY 2025-2026 budget, wastewater fees, economic incentives

The Paris City Commission will hold first reading of the FY 2025-2026 annual budget ordinance and second reading of wastewater connection fee increases. Other items include a contract with Hanna Resource Group, early payoff of vehicle loans, and an economic incentive request from Accutran Industries and Proteck. Consent agenda includes appointments, street acceptance, and chemical bid awards.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved Ordinance 2025-13 setting wastewater connection fees

The commission unanimously approved Ordinance 2025-13 establishing wastewater connection fees. It also approved several municipal orders, including a sanitary sewer upgrade project on Fords Mill Road. Resolutions were adopted to pay off a police‑vehicle loan early and to set aside funds for certificates of deposit. Additional approvals covered water‑treatment chemical suppliers, a $20,541.50 inventory purchase, and payment of $247,299.49 in city invoices.

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Tue May 13, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Commission to approve budget amendment and wastewater fee ordinance

The Paris City Commission will vote on a third-quarter budget amendment and a first reading of a wastewater connection fee ordinance. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for personnel changes and a discussion on a new recycling facility.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved FY 2026 health and dental coverage rates

The City Commission unanimously approved Ordinance 2025-12, amending the third‑quarter 2025 budget. It also approved FY 26 health coverage with Anthem and dental coverage with Delta Dental, and reallocated about $1.2 million from the Millersburg Rd sanitary project to the Ford Mill sanitary sewer project. Several municipal orders were unanimously approved, including new hires, a promotion, and payment of invoices totaling $1,122,812.80. The meeting was adjourned at 10:04 a.m.

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Tue May 13, 2025 · 10:30

City Commission

Paris City Commission to discuss FY 2025-2026 budget

The City Commission will meet to discuss the budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Commission unanimously adjourned the budget workshop

The commission met on May 13, 2025, to review the draft FY 2025‑2026 budget presented by City Manager Jamie Miller. No amendments were proposed. A motion to adjourn the workshop was made by Commissioner Stan Galbraith, seconded by Mayor John Plummer, and carried unanimously.

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Fri May 2, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

City Commission to discuss and possibly fill City Manager position

The Paris City Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the City Manager position. An executive session is scheduled under KRS 61.810(1)(f) for discussion that might lead to the appointment of an individual employee. The commission may take potential action following the executive session.

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✓ Decided: City Commission appoints Mike Withrow as interim city manager

The commission approved the April 29, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It decided the City Manager job will be posted early next week with a May 31 deadline. Commissioners unanimously approved Municipal Order 2025-29, appointing Mike Withrow as interim city manager and authorizing the mayor, city attorney, and clerk to sign required documents. The meeting was then adjourned.

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Tue Apr 29, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Paris City Commission to discuss City Manager position

The City Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the City Manager position. The agenda includes an executive session regarding the potential appointment, discipline, or dismissal of an individual employee.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved proclamation for National Skilled Nursing Care Week

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from April 3, 16, and 22, 2025. It also unanimously approved a proclamation for National Skilled Nursing Care Week and authorized the mayor to execute it. The board discussed City Manager recruitment but made no final decision and did not hire a consulting firm. No action was taken on appointing an interim City Manager.

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Tue Apr 22, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Paris City Commission to consider 2025 third quarter budget amendment

The City Commission will hold a first reading for a third quarter budget amendment. The body will also discuss the City Manager position and review municipal road aid funding for FY2026.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved the Municipal Road Aid Program Funding Agreement

The commission unanimously approved the Municipal Road Aid Program Funding Agreement and a $3,863 per month subscription with GCP Environmental Solutions. It also approved a sewer tap fee waiver of $428 (plus $28 per ton over four tons) for a cemetery cleanup, and paid invoices totaling $251,528.56 from the General Fund and $257,658.88 from the Utility Fund. The board accepted City Manager Jamie Miller’s resignation effective June 13, 2025, and entered executive session to discuss pending litigation.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025 · 18:00

General

Budget presentations from EDA, Parks, and Planning

This is a joint workshop meeting of the Paris City Commission and Bourbon County Fiscal Court. The main item is budget presentations from three agencies: the Economic Development Authority, Parks and Recreation, and Planning and Zoning. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

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✓ Decided: Magnolia Trace Phase 3A townhome plan approved

The joint budget workshop presented recent industrial investments, FY2026 funding requests, and park maintenance budgets. The only recorded action was the approval of phase 3A for the Magnolia Trace townhome development. No vote tallies were noted for any items.

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Tue Apr 8, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

City Commission to consider police fleet purchase and parking ordinances

The Paris City Commission will review second readings for snow emergency and parking fine ordinances, approve minutes from March 25, and consider a resolution to finance the purchase of a police fleet vehicle. The body will also approve a street closure for the Pumpkin Festival and a change order for the Water Treatment Plant.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved police fleet financing and multiple ordinances

The commission unanimously approved three new ordinances covering snow emergencies, parking fines, and a code supplement. It also approved financing for the FY24‑25 police fleet replacement. Additional approvals included a street closure for the Pumpkin Festival and two change order increases for city projects.

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Thu Apr 3, 2025 · 18:00

General

City Commission will review budget proposals for several city departments

The Paris City Commission special meeting will include budget presentations from six entities: the Bluegrass Narcotics Drug Taskforce, the Economic Development Authority, Emergency Medical Services, Enhanced 911 (Central Dispatch), Parks and Recreation, and Planning and Zoning. Commissioners will hear each presentation and discuss the proposed allocations. No formal votes or resolutions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Meeting postponed; next joint session to be scheduled by officials

The April 3 joint budget workshop shared information on the Hinkston Creek boat ramp opening, a federal‑budget request for the Millersburg County Park, the Bluegrass Narcotics Task Force budget, E‑911 system needs, and EMS funding challenges. No formal votes were taken on budget items. Attendees agreed to postpone the remainder of the session and to schedule a follow‑up meeting to complete the presentations.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Public hearing on Carbon-free Choice Rate for utility customers

The Paris City Commission will hold a public hearing and consider the second reading of an ordinance establishing a Carbon-free Choice Rate for municipally owned utilities. Other business includes first readings on snow emergency parking prohibitions and parking fines, as well as consent agenda items for contract change orders and a police grant application. The commission will also discuss a budget amendment for planning and zoning and a bid for annual police fleet replacement.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approves Carbon-Free Choice program and multiple budget changes

The commission unanimously approved Ordinance 2025-7 establishing a voluntary Carbon-Free Choice energy program for electric customers. It also approved several municipal orders increasing contract amounts, paid over $796,000 in invoices, increased the Planning and Zoning budget by $1,198, and rejected police vehicle bids to allow negotiations. Additionally, the commission authorized billing the adjusted electric meter fee starting April 1.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025 · 10:30

General

City Commission will discuss the FY 2026 budget

The Paris City Commission meeting will include a discussion of the fiscal year 2026 budget. No other agenda items are listed beyond the call to order and adjournment. The meeting is scheduled for March 25, 2025 at 10:30 AM in the Commission Chambers.

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✓ Decided: City Commission held FY2026 budget workshop, no decisions made

The Paris City Commission met at 10:12 a.m. for a workshop to discuss revenues and needs for the FY2025‑2026 budget. No formal actions or decisions were taken during the session. The Police Department did not attend the discussion. The meeting was adjourned at 12:06 p.m. by a unanimous motion.

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Tue Mar 11, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Commission to consider carbon-free rate and pedestrian ordinance

The Paris City Commission will approve minutes from the February 25 meeting, receive a presentation on a volunteer service award and a fiscal year audit, and consider two first readings of ordinances regarding a carbon-free rate and pedestrians. The body will also approve personnel orders for new hires and a spring clean-up designation.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Second reading of neighborhood overlay district ordinance

The City Commission will hold a second reading and likely vote on Ordinance 2025-6, which applies a Neighborhood Revitalization Design Character Overlay. They will also consider a budget request for a Paris Independent School Resource Officer and an economic incentive request from AccuTran Industries. Several consent items include renewals, appointments, and resolutions, as well as a street closure for Artwalk.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

City Commission considers budget, wastewater rates, and a new design overlay

The Paris City Commission will hold a regular meeting to review several ordinances, including budget amendments and wastewater surcharge rates. The body will also consider a first reading for a Neighborhood Revitalization Design Character Overlay for the Paris Westside. Other business includes personnel orders and a utility easement request.

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Tue Jan 28, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Second reading on zoning map amendment at Bethlehem Road and Westridge Lane

The Paris City Commission will hold a public hearing and second reading on Ordinance 2025-1, a zoning map amendment located at Bethlehem Road and Westridge Lane. The commission will also conduct first readings of four ordinances: flood damage prevention (2025-2), the FY 2024-2025 budget amendment (2025-3), a wastewater surcharge rates amendment (2025-4), and a compensation scale amendment (2025-5). Consent agenda items include a library anniversary resolution, an appointment to the Joint Code Enforcement Board, a police vehicle surplus request, and payment of general and utility fund invoices. The meeting will conclude with a review of December financials for the General and Utility Funds.

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Tue Jan 28, 2025 · 10:30

General

City and county to discuss joint agencies and budget process

The Paris City Commission will hold a joint workshop with the county to discuss inter-agency cooperation, including Central Dispatch, Economic Development, and EMS. The meeting will also cover major projects, the city's strategic plan, and the upcoming budget process.

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Tue Jan 14, 2025 · 09:00

City Commission

Second reading of Entertainment Destination Center, zoning map amendment

The Paris City Commission will hold second readings of ordinances for an Entertainment Destination Center and a Neighborhood Revitalization Design Character Overlay Zone. A first reading is scheduled for a zoning map amendment on Westridge Lane. The commission will also discuss parking lot use on Main Street, a YMCA funding request, a traffic pattern change on Locust Drive, and contract termination with USIC. Consent agenda items include appointments, personnel changes, and payment of invoices.

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