CITY OF RIVER BLUFF
MAYOR-COMMISSION BOARD
MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Mayor-Commission Board for the City of River Bluff met on September 28, 2026, via Zoom at 7:30PM.
Residents: Mark Wattley
Board members Present: Mayor Dillon, Lynn Grossman, Tom Sheffer, Paulette Bryant
Board members absent: Lee Stanley
Appointed Official: Katie Buhts, Clerk.
Guest: none.
Drainage Bid Cherry Tree Lane
The Board met to discuss a $5,000 drainage repair bid from Temple & Temple to address three areas of erosion along Cherry Tree Lane. The areas of concern are currently marked with caution tape to help maintain public safety.
Mayor Dillon shared photographs of the eroded areas, allowing those present to review and discuss the significant holes that have developed along the drainage easement.
Commissioner Tom Sheffer led the Board through the proposed plan to address the erosion, identify the source and pathway of the water, and “fence in” the water to help prevent the issue from recurring. The Board discussed the related safety concerns, estimated cost, proposed repair method, and anticipated timeline for completion.
Additionally, Temple & Temple will complete a small repair along Apple Tree Lane. This repair is less invasive, will not require large equipment, and is not expected to be a significant expense. A formal bid for this work has not yet been provided. The Board would like for the Apple Tree Lane repair to be completed at the same time as the Cherry Tree Lane projects, if possible, to reduce labor costs.
Lynn Grossman made a motion to approve up to $5,000 to repair the three areas of concern at Cherry Tree Lane and up to $500 to repair the minor area of concern on Apple Tree Lane. Paulette Bryant seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, Tom Sheffer
Voting Nay: None.
Although not on the agenda, the board allowed resident Mark Wattley to present his concerns regarding Bluegrass Water Utility Operating Company. At this time, there is a dispute regarding tree removal and property boundaries. The board thoughtfully considered this concern and agreed to have Katie Buhts attempt to contact Bluegrass Water on behalf of Mr. Wattley. This communication would be to urge the company to provide written commitment that they will not remove any trees from Mr. Wattley’s property. Mrs. Buhts will follow up with Mr. Wattley in the coming days after attempting to contact the utility company.
There being no further business, Lynn Grossman made a motion to adjourn. Paulette Bryant seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, Tom Sheffer
Voting Nay: None.