Allen McQueary

The council discussed updates to Chalybeate Park, including dirt hauling and upcoming work on the sidewalk, flagpole, and gazebo. A possible hotel developer is seeking tax incentives from the city, but no specific details were provided to the council. The council also heard the first reading of Budget Ordinance 2016-03 for FY 16-17, with the second reading scheduled for May.

The council discussed the progress of the new playground equipment at the City Park. Downtown Revitalization representatives requested assistance with the Fall Festival on Main Street, and the council approved funds for the event. A sponsorship request from Aaron Outdoors was tabled. The 2016-2017 Interlocal Agreement was accepted, as was Resolution 2016-A2 for the Russell Springs Police Cruiser purchase project. Road problems on Freeman Avenue and Gentry Mill Road were brought to the council's attention.

The council meeting addressed several topics, including the appreciation for new Christmas lights and the use of a bucket truck. There was a discussion regarding the revenue from Alcohol Regulatory Fees and a request for a notice on utility bills explaining the funds' usage. The closing date for the Cade Road property was mentioned, with potential interest from an anchor business. The council entered an executive session to discuss real property acquisition. The Mayor was authorized to negotiate and execute a contract for the transfer of Lots B-15 of Cade Crossing division. A plaque was presented to Tommy Holt for his service to the City Council.

The Russell Springs City Council held a meeting where they discussed various topics, including a sponsorship for Aaron Outdoors on the Hunt channel, the first reading of the Ad Valorem Property Tax Ordinance 2016-06, and an ordinance adopting amendments for Alcohol Beverage Control. The council also discussed the potential loss of restaurants due to the lack of Sunday sales and addressed concerns about widening Gentry Mill Road and issues on High Street and Freeman Avenue.

The council discussed and made decisions on several key items, including the acceptance of the 2013-2014 Interlocal E-911 Agreement and Resolution 2013-07 regarding grant funds from KEDFA for the Russell County Industrial Development Authority. They also heard the first reading of Ad Valorem Tax Ordinance 13-07 and passed Resolution 2013-08, authorizing the Mayor to negotiate projects with the Department of Transportation. The council discussed the 2013 Property Tax Rate and Downtown Revitalization.