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CITY OF RIVER BLUFF
MAYOR-COMMISSION BOARD
MINUTES OF August 25, 2026
The Mayor-Commission Board for the City of River Bluff met on August 25, 2026 at Goodness Grows Cooperative at 7:30 PM.
Residents: Marsha Hicks
Board members Present: Mayor Dillon, Lynn Grossman, Lee Stanley, Tom Sheffer, Paulette Bryant
Board members absent: None.
Appointed Official: Katie Buhts, Clerk.
Guest: Joyce Fletcher, Candidate for Magistrate District 1
Joyce Fletcher, Candidate for Magistrate District 1
Joyce Fletcher attended to learn about the City, share recent updates from the County level and provide a brief history of her involvement in the county.
OCPD Monthly Report
An officer was not present to review the monthly police activity report, but the printed reports were available for all to review. Mayor Dillon addressed the board regarding the relationship with the Oldham County Police. Going forward, first communications regarding an issue will first be communicated through Katie Buhts, and if necessary, the board can decide to escalate the matter appropriately.
The board was able to review the speed sign data provided by Sgt. Durrett.
Questions/Comments from Residents
None at this time.
Minutes of May 2026 Accepted as submitted.
Treasurer’s Report Accepted as presented.
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote
Old Business
Community Pride
At this time of the summer, Mrs. Grossman stated that no action is needed.
The 2026 Fall Decorating contest will take place this October. The categories will be:
- Spookiest Display
- Best Not-so-Spooky Display
- Best Fall Display
Winners will be awarded a yard sign and $50 Amazon gift card.
Paulette Bryant made a motion to approve up to $250 for the contest. Tom Sheffer seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, Lynn Grossman, Lee Stanley, Tom Sheffer, Paulette Bryant
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote
Drainage
Tom Sheffer provided a brief update on the drainage easement cleanout at Picnic Hill. Additionally, Mr. Sheffer will pursue a bid from Temple & Temple to begin working on the drainage concerns along Cherry Tree Lane.
New Residents.
Paulette Bryant has welcomed the newest resident at 13304 River Bluff Court. The mayor expressed his gratitude for her warm welcome.
Other Old Business
Lee Stanley designed new Fall banners to hang on the lamp posts lining the City’s entrance. All in attendance were pleased with this beautiful design.
Tom Sheffer made a motion to approve up to $350 for the purchase of banners and $500 to install. Paulette Bryant seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, Lynn Grossman, Lee Stanley, Tom Sheffer, Paulette Bryant
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote
New Business
Accounts Payable
Katie Buhts presented the following Accounts Payable for approval:
Oldham County PVA Tax Roll $2687.00
Oldham Co. Fiscal Court Emergency Mgmt. 164.59
Amazon.com Paper- Case 52.99
Honeywick Website Maint. 127.50
Office Depot Ink refill & Envelopes 119.71
USPS 2 Rolls of Stamps 164.00
TOTAL $3315.79
Lee Stanley made a motion to approve these expenditures. Lynn Grossman seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, Lynn Grossman, Lee Stanley, Tom Sheffer, Paulette Bryant
Voting Nay: None.
This motion passed by unanimous vote
Other Old Business
Katie Buhts provided an LG&E price package to upgrade lamp posts to LED fixtures. At this time, the cost would be $260 per post, and $4.65 per month per lamp post to upgrade. Given the significant expense, no action will be taken at this time.
LG&E will upgrade to LED as fixtures fail, so over time the city’s energy efficiency will improve without the upfront cost.
Mrs. Buhts presented the recent letter from Bluegrass Water proposing another rate increase. She provided a letter for the Mayor to sign in opposition of this rate increase. Upon review, Mayor Dillon signed the letter and it will be sent to the Public Service Commission.
There being no further business, Lynn Grossman made a motion to adjourn. Lee Stanley seconded the motion.
Rollcall Vote
Voting Yea: Bryan Dillon, Lynn Grossman, Lee Stanley, Paulette Bryant, Tom Sheffer
Voting Nay: None.