City of Mount Washington

The agenda for the Regular Council Meeting included several key items. Discussion topics included budget review, the Mayor's Report, and reports from the Council members. Procedural items involved the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. The meeting addressed ordinance readings, specifically a consensual annexation of 1.02 acres and a confirming ordinance related to tracts on the McIntyre & Givens Division plat. The agenda also allotted time for public comments and a Treasurer's Report and Police Report for the previous month.

Key discussions during the meeting included the police report for January 2026, noting the retirement of Canine Bane after seven years of service. A resolution was passed accepting grant assistance from the Foster Lane Grant, which is now allocated for the Flatlick Road waterline project, totaling approximately $182,000. The council addressed ordinance readings: one ordinance was approved striking two tracts on the plat of McIntyre & Givens Division owned by James Jewell. Another ordinance was approved concerning the rezoning of 5.0737 acres on Landis Lane from R-2 to B-1. The first reading occurred for an ordinance regarding the rezoning of 19 acres at 457 Bleemel Lane from R-3 to AG to potentially utilize the property as a wedding venue, contingent upon the approval of planning commission stipulations, including the installation of arborvitae. The council appointed James Thornton as the Point of Contact (POC) Event Coordinator for the American Veteran's Traveling Wall event and authorized payment for the remaining contract balance after resolving a payment dispute. The City Attorney noted a mistake regarding the non-payment that led to a contract cancellation notice. The Bullitt County Family Court Judge provided a statement regarding her candidacy for reelection. The Mayor provided updates on budget workshops, snowstorm response effectiveness by Public Works, delayed trash collection, and ongoing easement acquisitions for the Multi-use path/roundabout project.

Discussions during the meeting included the reading of the Treasurer's report for November 2025 and the Police Report for December 2025. Key actions involved the first reading of an intent ordinance sponsored by Councilman Gooden to deannex two tracts owned by James Jewell, citing a desire for consistency with adjoining county property. A second first reading, sponsored by Councilman Armstrong, concerned a rezoning request for 5.0737 acres on Landis Lane from R-2 to B-1, which the property owner's attorney noted had no opposition. The Mayor reported on the ongoing Greentree Sewer Project and the restoration progress of the Lloyd House project. Council members reported on community events and praised the Police Department's performance. The Council also received confirmation that data regarding the Bardstown Road project would be forthcoming to aid in financing decisions.

Key discussions included the reading of a proclamation declaring November 29, 2025, as "Small Business Saturday." A first reading occurred for an ordinance concerning Text Amendment Docket 2025T-03, which allows temporary transitional housing by right in specific zoning districts. Council approved allowing Bootleg Bar-B-Q to rebuild a small portion of a burned structure using the same metal material as the existing building. Infrastructure improvements were discussed, focusing on securing grant funds for projects such as replacing the aging Bardstown Road Lift station and the Highway 44 consolidation project, with financial options including SRF Funds and KIA loans. The Mayor reported an upcoming water break repair requiring a temporary road closure on December 2nd. Additionally, the retirement of Sergeant Mike Roberson was announced.

Key discussions included the reading of the police report for October 2025, where new technology like flock cameras capable of night color detection and 360-degree viewing were mentioned. The council approved the re-appointment of Chris Blackburn as an alternate on the ethics board. Three ordinances received second readings: approval for rezoning a property from B2 to R1, rejection of a text amendment proposing R-5 zoning regulations, and approval for amending zoning map fees. The Mayor discussed the façade grant program and potential expansion of its eligibility area, and reported delays in the Stout Lane paving due to drainage issues. Further updates covered the closure of Bells Mill Road for bridge repairs, the installation of a new crosswalk near Bullitt East for safety, and the Public Works Department's preparation for winter. The council also agreed to cancel the regularly scheduled meeting for December 22, 2025. Project updates included the design approval process for the Flatlick Road project and the expected groundbreaking for the Greentree Lane project.