February 2006 Newsletter
The regular meeting of the City Commission was called to order at 7:30 PM on January 12, 2006 at the meeting room of the Jefferson County Fire Protection District 14 Firehouse, Taylorsville Road, Louisville, Kentucky, with the following persons present:
Sean Fore, Mayor
Brent O. Hardin, Commissioner
Geraldine Heck, Commissioner
Donna Nichols, Commissioner
John Price, Treasurer
Stephen Emery, City Attorney
Chris Redman, Police Chief
Michael Bolten, City Clerk
Pearlie Woods, Resident
Frank Kamenish, Resident
Ora Lee Osborne, Resident
Jim Lynch, Resident
Jay & Kathleen Owen, Visitors
Sally Price, Resident
Bonnie Allison, Visitor
Ken & Margaret Carter, Residents
Commissioner Heck made a motion to approve as published. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Nichols and passed unopposed.
Treasurer’s Report/Warrants
John Price read the treasurer’s report for December, 2005 and copies were made available for all people in attendance. Commissioner Nichols then made a motion to approve as read, which was seconded by Commissioner Heck. The motion passed without opposition.
The warrants for December, 2005 were then read by John Price, and copies were made available for all people in attendance. Commissioner Nichols made a motion to approve payment of the warrants, which was seconded by Commissioner Heck and passed without opposition.
Carter Family Incident
The recent break-in at the Carter residence on Hurstbourne Circle, including a confrontation between Mrs. Carter and the perpetrators, was discussed. It was determined that this was committed by two Kennedy School students, who were apprehended within three hours after the crime. Police Chief Redman provided details as to how they were caught. As a deterrent to future crimes, a ‘Block Watch’ program was mentioned, along with hiring another police officer. Also, the police officer in charge of security at the school now notifies Police Chief Redman when any of the students, known to be a particular problem, do not show up. Due to the lack of resources, it was suggested that the Louisville Metro police would not be an adequate solution to the problem. The Mayor, Police Chief and Commissioners are all determined in making safety of our city top priority.
Police Chief
Police Chief Redman reported on the following:
-A resident on Wesley found a window screen up after returning home,
-A lost child at Speedway was found, and the mother located,
-A traffic stop was made on Wesley and a warning issued,
-A suspicious person was reported on Hurstbourne Circle, but was gone by the time Police Chief Redman responded,
-A complaint about loud music being played by tree trimmers on Wesley, which was resolved,
-Stranded motorist on Hurstbourne Lane was assisted,
-A break-in of 2 cars on Hurstbourne Lane,
-A burglary on Woodfield,
-A dog complaint on Addington was resolved,
-Suspects driving in the city were using garage door openers in an attempt to open garage doors of residents for
to steal cars,
-A homeless person was found in the park, and was told to leave,
-An abandoned car on Hurstbourne Circle was removed,
-A resident had contacted Police Chief Redman to express his concern about the recent increase in crime in the neighborhood,
-To help assist residents of the city, new refrigerator magnets will be distributed within 30 days. These magnets will include phone numbers/pager numbers for reaching Police Chief Redman and other emergency information.
Attorney’s Report
Attorney Emery had nothing on which to report.
OLD BUSINESS
Parks
In Commissioner Dunn’s absence, there was nothing specific to report.
Sanitation
Commissioner Heck had nothing specific about which to report.
Police
Commissioner Hardin discussed the recent level of crime in the city and reiterated the need for a ‘Block Watch’ program. This could be set up within 90 days. There was further discussion about hiring a second police officer.
Roads
Commissioner Nichols reported that the two ‘No Soliciting‘ signs have been installed.
NEW BUSINESS
Lease of Nunnlea Apartment
To serve as a City Hall and permanent office for the Police Chief, the available space at Nunnlea was discussed. Commissioner Nichols made a motion to sign a one-year lease, which was seconded by Commissioner Heck and passed unopposed. The amount of the lease will be $550/month, to include all utilities. With the Executive Director of Nunnlea, Kathleen Owen, in attendance, the lease was signed after the meeting.
Water Tower Update
Mayor Fore has learned that the most likely location for the 14-story water tower will be in the wooded section of property right off of I-64 before the Doral Apartments. Even though this is not within our city limits, Mayor Fore has expressed his displeasure to the Metro Councilman and will continue to do so.
Fence at the End of Hoke Road
When Commissioner Dunn returns, Mayor Fore will contact him about completing the fence repair.
There being no further business or discussion, the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Michael Bolten, City Clerk