Roger Slade

During this special session, the Board addressed several items of new business, all pertaining to the Police Services. Key actions included authorizing an offer of employment for a non-certified police officer recruit, contingent upon successful pre-employment requirements. The Board also approved the process to surplus 23 Glock 26 pistols, magazines, and carrying cases, allowing for trade-in or purchase by CPD officers at the trade-in price. Finally, approval was granted to utilize DEA Asset Forfeiture Equitable Sharing Funds totaling $1302.00 to procure 10 Kenwood portable radio batteries.

The regular session included the second reading and approval of Ordinance #1684, which amends Special Events Permits. The Mayor's Report noted that the financial audit is underway, pre-construction meetings for CCC and Westside Columbia Gas are scheduled, and website capabilities expansion is occurring, in addition to announcing the MLK parade. Financial matters included authorizing payment of bills totaling $199,110.27 for the General Fund and $94,253.48 for the Water and Sewer Fund, among others. Personnel actions included accepting the retirements of Wagner Perrin and Paul J Simpson, accepting the resignation of William Lykins, authorizing a $2.00 pay increase for Dennis Mabry, and approving the promotions of Jeremy Hill and Kristopher Caswell to Assistant Fire Chief, as well as authorizing internal advertisement for Fire Lieutenants. The Commissioner of Public Utilities & Works reported on lead line removal progress.

The regular session covered several key items. The Mayor's report included an approval for the Chamber to receive $1,000 to sponsor a leadership conference, approval for website add-ons (chatbot and newsletter) costing $3,478.50, and approval to sponsor the HMH Gala for $1,000. Under Commissioner reports, the payment of outstanding bills was authorized. The Commissioner of Police Safety received approval to utilize $5,759.95 from DEA Asset Forfeiture Equitable Sharing Funds to purchase new handguns and related accessories for law enforcement purposes. The Commissioner of Fire Safety and Emergency Services was authorized to advertise for Firefighter Recruits and to award the bid for the Cynthiana Fire Station #1 Addition to Spectrum Contracting Services, Inc. The session concluded with an executive session to discuss pending litigation, followed by a return to the regular meeting.

The regular session included a Chamber of Commerce Update. Key legislative actions involved the second reading and approval of Ordinance #1682, which amends the Water Distribution Coordinator job grade, and the first reading of Ordinance #1683, concerning the amendment of the Mayor's salary. The Mayor reported on upcoming events, including the Christmas Parade and the Fire Training Facility Ground Breaking. The Commissioners voted to reject the bid for 139 E. Pike St and proceed to negotiations. Financial matters included authorizing the payment of bills. Department reports covered an officer graduating from the academy and an employee's job title change from Equipment Operator to Distribution Operator I.

The meeting, held in special session, focused on several new business and reports. Key actions included the second reading and approval of Ordinance #1683, which amends the Mayor's salary, and the first reading of Ordinance #1684, which amends Special Events Permits. Commissioner reports covered authorizing bill payments, a finance report, the use of DEA Asset Forfeiture Equitable Sharing Funds for purchasing commemorative pins, the hiring of Dennis Mabry as an SRO/Police Officer, and the authorization to award the Country Club Area Pump Station Replacement Project bid to Howell Contractors, Inc. The Mayor also provided updates on local activities.