CITY OF ST. MATTHEWS
Council Meeting Minutes
April 26, 2022
A meeting of the St. Matthews City Council was held in-person on Tuesday, April 26, 2022. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Richard Tonini. The following people were present:
MAYOR
Richard J. Tonini
CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Bernie Bowling Councilmember Stuart Monohan
Councilmember Cathi Clark Councilmember Mary Jo Nay
Councilmember Frank Flynn – absent Councilmember Olson
Councilmember Tim Holland Councilmember Tony Weiter
OTHER OFFICIALS
Carrie Ritsert – St. Matthews City Attorney
Barry Wilkerson – Chief- St. Matthews Police Department
Susan Clark – St. Matthews City Clerk/Treasurer
OTHER ATTENDEES
Gary Major – Resident
Pat Chapman – Resident
Kate Leitner – Manager, St. Matthews/Eline Branch Library
Elizabeth Cleary – Chamber of St. Matthews
Alison Brotze-Elder – Candidate for Louisville Metro Council District #9
Andrew Owen – Candidate for Louisville Metro Council District #9
Judge Audra Eckerle – Court of Appeals Judge
Yvette de la Guardia – Candidate for District Judge
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was accomplished followed by the roll call vote of attendance.
MINUTES
A motion was made by Councilmember Nay to approve the minutes from the April 12, 2022 council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Clark.
Upon Voice Vote: (7-0) the motion carried.
PUBLIC MEETING COMMENTS
Circuit Court Judge Audra Eckerle introduced herself to those present. She explained as a current circuit court judge, she has over seen thousands of cases beginning in 2004 when she was first elected. As a candidate for an open seat on the Court of Appeals, she would be reviewing decisions made by circuit courts. She is a gradate of Scared Heart School and a volunteer with Boy Scouts of America.
Yvette de la Guardia is a candidate for District Court Division 4 which covers all of Jefferson County. She has served as a public defender, advocated for children in juvenile court, and worked as an appellate attorney.
Andrew Owen believes that words matter and intends to serve with respect and grace if he is elected to the Louisville Metro Council District #9. Public Safety is a matter of great concern that needs more attention.
Alison Brotze-Elder is running for the open seat for Louisville Metro Council District #9. A native of St. Matthews, and a current employee of Humana, she believes safety in public transportation is important. She stated the need for smart, sustainable growth for the city and affordable housing. She is married with two children, ages 7 and 3.
Elizabeth Cleary, Chief Operating Officer for the Chamber of St. Matthews, announced the hiring of an additional staff person, Shelby Hurst who will be head of business development.
Kate Leitner, Manager of the St. Matthews/Eline Branch of the Louisville Free Public Library gave an overview of events currently scheduled. Wednesday, May 4 there will be a “Growing Tomato’s and Peppers” class. May 6 a computer class will be offered. Family Movie Night is Thursday May 5 where “Encanto” will be shown. The library will be closed on Saturday, May 7th to celebrate the classic Louisville Derby. Another “How To Festival” will be held at the main library on May 14th.
Resident Gary Major inquired about a new sign at Evergreen Liquors that is extremely bright. He asked if the city had approved the sign. Mayor Tonini stated he will have St. Matthews Code Enforcement Officer Jack Ruf to make an assessment. Additionally, Mr. Major inquired if solicitation is now being allowed. Mayor Tonini said the St. Matthews State of Emergency has not been lifted so solicitation is not being allowed. Councilmember Nay relayed an article in the next newsletter will inform residents of the continued current status of solicitation.
PENDING BUSINESS
There was no pending business to discuss.
The second reading of Ordinance 22-02 was moved to the May 10, 2022 council meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business to discuss.
EXPENDITURES
Councilmember Bowling made a motion to approve the expenditures listed and have checks drawn on the city’s treasury in the total of $359,797.21. The motion was seconded by Councilmembers Olson and Weiter.
Upon Roll Call Vote: (7-0) the motion carried. Yes Votes: Councilmembers Clark, Holland, Weiter, Monohan, Bowling, Nay, and Olson. No Votes: None.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
· Councilmember Nay stated the Communications Committee will meet at City Hall on Thursday, April 28 at 10:00 a.m. Additionally, “Shakespeare in the Park” sponsored by the City of St. Matthews will be held in front of City Hall on Sunday, May 1st at 2:00 p.m. The rain location is the large conference room at the St. Matthews/Eline Branch of the library.
· Councilmember Olson relayed the “Heart of St. Matthews” clean-up will be held Saturday, May 14th beginning at 8:30 a.m. Brightside will be directing people to areas culminating with lunch at The Raven afterwards. Sign-ups are on the city’s website.
CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
· Ms. Ritsert had no additional report.
MAYOR’S REPORT
· Mayor Tonini gave additional details about the “Heart of St. Matthews” project. Several businesses headed-up by Independence Bank have been working for months on a plan to beautify the city between Chenoweth Lane and St. Matthews Avenue on the north side of Shelbyville Road and Willis Avenue to Breckenridge Lane on the South side. New trees are being planted, 24 flowerpots will be delivered, and the sidewalks are being power washed. Interested volunteers are encouraged to participate on clean-up day designated for Saturday, May 14th.
· A candidates forum sponsored by St. Matthews and other area suburban cities is being held at this time, Tuesday, April 26 at All Peoples Church, formally Thomas Jefferson Unitarian, at 4936 Brownsboro Road. All are invited to attend.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Weiter made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Bowling.
Upon Voice Vote: (7-0) the motion carried, and the meeting adjourned at 7:28 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Clark, City Clerk
Mayor Richard Tonini
| APRIL 26, 2022 | |||
| BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE MAYOR DRAW WARRANTS on the City Treasury, | |||
| counter-signed by the City Clerk authorizing payment of the below listed invoices: | |||
| A+ Paper Shredding | Police – Document Destruction | $104.00 | |
| AT&T | Works – Telephone Service | $1,891.88 | |
| ATCO International | Works – Herbicide | $1,942.50 | |
| B & K Printing | Police – Business Cards | $120.00 | |
| Baptist Health Occupation Medicine | Works/Police – Medical/Drug Testing | $1,213.00 | |
| CDW-Government | Admin. – Computer Maintenance | $9,850.85 | |
| Cintas | Works – Supplies and Materials | $963.13 | |
| Clifford Distributing Co., Inc. | Works – Supplies and Materials | $97.08 | |
| Computer Projects of IL, Inc. | Police – Licence Fee | $180.00 | |
| Cross Jeep | Police – Vehicle Maintenance | $340.00 | |
| Cudiff Electric | Brown Park – Wiring Repairs | $1,279.59 | |
| Delta Dental | All – Dental Insurance | $4,811.46 | |
| Flynn Brothers (MAPS) | MAPS – Pot Hole Repair | $160.00 | |
| Galls | Police – Uniform Components | $103.50 | |
| Gameness (Forfeiture Account) | Police – Materials | $842.74 | |
| Guardian Insurance Company | All – Long/Short/Life Insurance | $9,793.83 | |
| HDR Engineering | Works – Trinity/Misc. Engineering | $8,097.97 | |
| Jerry Moddy Auto Mart | Police – Trailer | $7,790.00 | |
| Lexis Nexis | Police – Investigative Tool | $111.00 | |
| LG&E | Works – Street Lights/Electric | $1,339.95 | |
| Lowe’s | Works – Supplies and Materials | $381.97 | |
| Marlin Business Bank | Admin. – Copy Machine Rental | $136.00 | |
| Marrillia Design and Construction | Comm. Center – Invoices | $246,427.54 | |
| Metropolitan Sewer District | Works – Annual MS4 Invoice | $17,087.92 | |
| Miller Company | Admin/Police – Copy Machine Charge | $39.16 | |
| Moreno Express | Admin. – Newsletter Production | $2,219.84 | |
| Morton Salt | Works – Road Salt | $11,154.77 | |
| Premier Fleet Graphics | Police – Decals | $337.00 | |
| Public Safety Internal Affairs Inst (Forfeiture Acct) | Police – Negotiator Training (2) | $1,050.00 | |
| Quality Inn | Police – Travel/Training | $332.80 | |
| Riverfarm LLC | Works – Trees | $1,200.00 | |
| Rumpke | Works/Parks – Garbage & Portalets | $520.00 | |
| Saf-Ti-Co | Works – Stop Ahead Signs | $87.20 | |
| Security Pro’s | Works – Monitoring | $548.00 | |
| Site One Landscape Supply | Works – Supplies and Materials | $652.29 | |
| St. Matthews Ace Hardware | Works – Supplies and Materials | $289.43 | |
| Staples | Admin. – Office Supplies | $105.86 | |
| T-Mobile USA Inc. | Police – Investigative Tool | $190.00 | |
| Tony’s Wrecker Service | Police – Towing | $250.00 | |
| Total Office Products | Police – Office Supplies | $301.71 | |
| Trans Union | Police – Investigative Tool | $180.80 | |
| Treez | Works – Tree Trimming | $800.00 | |
| Valvoline | Police – Vehicle Maintenance | $75.68 | |
| Verizon | All – Phones and MDT’s | $2,652.42 | |
| WatchGuard | Police – Radio Repair | $205.00 | |
| Wex Bank | All – Fuel for Vehicles | $21,539.34 | |
| TOTAL | $359,797.21 | ||
