CITY OF RIVER BLUFF
MAYOR-COMMISSION BOARD
MINUTES OF MAY 23, 2023
The Mayor-Commission Board for the City of River Bluff met on May 23, 2023 at the Grace and Glory Lutheran Church at 7:30PM.
Attendees:
Residents: John and Marsha Hicks
Board members Present: Mayor Dillon, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, James Coke Charlie Gilson
Board members absent: None
Appointed Official: Katie Buhts, Clerk
Guests: None
OCPD Report
Due to staffing shortages, an officer was not available during this month’s meeting.
Questions/Comments from Residents – The residents present did not have questions or comments.
Minutes – The April 2023 minutes were accepted as presented.
Treasurer’s Report — The financial reports were approved as submitted.
The second reading of the budget and taxing ordinance took place. Discussion regarding the 2023-2024 annual budget took place.
Commissioner Charlie Gilson motioned to accept the budget ordinance for 2023-2024. Lynn Grossman seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, Charlie Gilson
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
Commissioner James Coke motioned to accept the taxing ordinance. Lynn Grossman seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, Charlie Gilson
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
Old Business
Community Pride
Lynn Grossman requested approval for additional annuals. Additionally, Chism Irrigation repaired one head at the entrance. Mrs. Grossman requested approval of $89.10 for this repair. James Coke motioned to approve this expenditure. Paulette Bryant seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, Charlie Gilson
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
The board continued an ongoing discussion about storage totes for the City’s Christmas lights. After discussion took place, Lynn Grossman motioned to approve up to $120.00 to purchase ten storage totes. Paulette Bryant seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, Charlie Gilson
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
Paulette Bryant and Lynn Grossman are in the process of testing the new Christmas lights. They will complete in the upcoming weeks.
Drainage Issues
Charlie Gilson updated the board on his meeting with Jim Silliman (Oldham County Engineer) regarding the significant drainage issues from Hillcrest. The County recognizes the issues and will require Hillcrest to make the appropriate repairs this Summer.
The board reviewed an estimate to repair a drainage culvert in Picnic Hill. The issue occurs in front of resident Scott Karr’s home. Charlie Gilson motioned to approve the $2213.77 repair. James Coke seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, Charlie Gilson
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
Sewage Update – Katie Buhts provided an update to the board regarding a conversation that took place with the operator of the sewage facility owned by Bluegrass Water. Discussion regarding the noise level and ongoing concerns took place.
Waste Management Update – Katie Buhts provided an update to the board regarding the ongoing issues with Waste Management’s weekly service. In recent months, the City received increased calls/emails/texts about change in pickup service. Katie reached out to Andy and learned that we are now serviced by trucks with mechanical arm to lift the can- it is no longer employees manually emptying cans. Additionally, in the previous month, Mrs. Buhts escalated the complaint about our refund – the City now have a credit issued of $10,784.36. The Burris trash can complaint has finally been resolved.
Other Old Business
The board discussed the annexation. At this time, there are no updates regarding the development at Cherry Tree and Creekview. Katie Buhts will reach out to Barry Baxter and provide an update if one is available.
New Business
Accounts Payable – Kentucky League of Cities Membership Dues- $550
James Coke motioned to approve this expense. Charlie Gilson seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, Charlie Gilson
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
Other New Business – Kate Buhts presented the Kentucky League of Cities Clerk Institute cost for 2023. For registration, lodging, per diem and mileage, the total expense is $1582.57. James Coke motioned to approve this expense. Charlie Gilson seconded.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, Charlie Gilson
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
Discussion regarding the AT&T roadway damage took place. Katie will contact the AT&T representative to see what can be done.
There being no further business, Charlie Gilson motioned to adjourn the meeting. Paulette Bryant seconded.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, James Coke, Lynn Grossman, Paulette Bryant, Charlie Gilson
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote.
Respectfully submitted, Katie Buhts, City Clerk ______________________
Attested: Bryan Dillon, Mayor________________________________