CITY OF ST. MATTHEWS
Council Meeting Minutes
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
A meeting of the St. Matthews City Council was held in-person on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Tonini. The following people were present:
MAYOR
Richard J. Tonini
CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Bernie Bowling Councilmember Tim Holland
Councilmember Cathi Clark Councilmember Sarah Landes
Councilmember Frank Flynn Councilmember Amy Olson
Councilmember Mary Jo Nay Councilmember Nathan Hernandez
OTHER OFFICIALS
John Singler – St. Matthews City Attorney
Rheba Roten – St. Matthews City Clerk
OTHER ATTENDEES
Gary Major, Resident
Patrick Chapman, Resident
Ashley Wells, Resident
Jackie and Tony Vanetti, Residents
Chief Barry Wilkerson – St. Matthews Police Department
Major Eddie Jones—St. Matthews Police Department
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 October 24, 2023, Council Meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Olson.
Upon Voice Vote: (8-0) the motion carried.
PUBLIC MEETING COMMENTS
Mr. Gary Major addressed the Council questioning the removal of Trinity crosswalk located on Shelbyville Road while Walden School crosswalk remains. Mayor Tonini explained that a crosswalk can only be located at a controlled light and is regulated by the State of Kentucky.
PENDING BUSINESS
City Attorney John Singler reported no pending business.
NEW BUSINESS
MUNICIPAL ORDER 23-27 JOHN SINGLER, ATTORNEY
A MUNICIPAL ORDER RELATING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF A POLICE OFFICER OF THE CITY OF ST. MATTHEWS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT, ADAM HUBER.
Chief Barry Wilkerson read the impressive biography of Officer Adam Huber. Councilmember Nay made a motion to approve Municipal Order 23-27. Her motion was seconded by Council member Holland.
Upon Voice Vote: (8-0) the motion carried.
City Attorney John Singler conducted the Oath of Office to Officer Adam Huber. Afterwards, Mayor Tonini and the Council congratulated the officer.
EXPENDITURES
Councilmember Bowling made a motion to approve the expenditures listed and have checks drawn on the city’s treasury in the total of $602,911.39. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Nay.
Upon Roll Call Vote: (8-0) the motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
- Councilmember Hernandez reported on the birth of his baby. In addition, he reported under Planning and Zoning that three Tarc bus stops were selected in St. Matthews for Jena Walker and her son’s project called “The Rain Spot”. This concept supplies used umbrellas at the bus stops.
- Councilmember Clark had no report.
- Councilmember Olson stated that the recipient of the November “Outstanding Neighbor Award” was Carolyn Dean.
- Councilmember Holland had no report.
- Councilmember Bowling had no report and referred to the Chief of Police Barry Wilkerson. Chief Wilkerson stated the body cams have arrived and are awaiting implementation. In addition, radio consoles have been ordered.
- Councilmember Flynn discussed a phone call he received regarding speed humps at The Springs. After much discussion, City Attorney Singler suggested reviewing Municipal Order 05-07 relating to the leasing of the streets within the Springs subdivision.
- Councilmember Nay reported approximately 3,335 pieces of candy were distributed at the Halloween event at Brown Park. There was a refund for some remaining candy and the rest was donated to the Eline Library along with a small amount to the city office.
- Councilmember Landes had no report.
CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
No report.
MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Tonini discussed a memo from Josh Suiter, CEO of the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Suiter described various details of the upcoming Light Up Brown Park event to be held on December 2, 2023. In addition, Mr. Suiter requested that the $25,000 repayment to the city, from the Chamber of Commerce, as reimbursement towards the cost of the Brown Park Christmas Lighting, be divided into two equal payments of $12,500 each. Zeppa lighting company is expected to begin the installation of the lights in Brown Park the day after Thanksgiving.
Mayor Tonini discussed a tree on Norbourne Boulevard that needs to be removed. The resident has been notified by Code Enforcement to remove the tree, as it poses a possible hazard to the public. The Council discussed if the tree met the criteria for removal. City Attorney John Singler stated he would contact the homeowner to discuss the matter.
In addition, Mayor Tonini discussed an indoor year-round batting facility proposed by Trinity to be constructed at the ballpark located at the St. Matthews Community Center. He stated the project will be on the next Council meeting agenda. The plans must be approved by the Council.
Lastly, the television station WDRB will be conducting mini segments on Wednesday morning, November 29, from 4:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., regarding the Light Up Brown Park for Christmas. He asked if any of the Council were interested in participating, and if so, to contact Kenan Stratman, Public Works Director.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Holland made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Flynn.
Upon Voice Vote: (8-0) the motion carried, and the meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Rheba Roten, City Clerk
Mayor Richard Tonini
| NOVEMBER 14, 2023 | |||
| 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: | |||
| All About You Heating & Air | Works – Service Call – Thierman | $117.50 | |
| AT&T | All – Telephone Service | $7,620.41 | |
| Baptist Health Occupational Medicine | Police – Police Physicals | $1,024.44 | |
| Baumann Paper Company | Works – Trash Bags | $1,468.20 | |
| Best Equipment Co., Inc. | Works – Equipment Repairs | $513.00 | |
| Bob Hook Chevrolet, Inc. | Police – Vehicle Mechanical Repairs | $1,165.39 | |
| CDW-Government | Police – Body Camera Project/Power Strips | $12,526.56 | |
| CDW-Government | IT – Equipment/Support/Licensing | $3,436.27 | |
| Charles Guelda & Sons Plumbing, Inc. | Works – Service Call | $585.50 | |
| Charter Communications | Works – Monitoring | $101.54 | |
| Chenoweth Appliances | Works Refrigerator 524 Kentucky | $679.00 | |
| Cintas | Works – Supplies & Materials | $928.27 | |
| Clark &Riggs | Admin. – Newsletters | $2,887.00 | |
| Cross Chrysler Jeep | Police – Vehicle Repairs & Routine Main. | $2,278.82 | |
| Dae Lynn Combs | Police – Training Makeup | $370.00 | |
| DC Elevator | Works – Elevator Service | $120.00 | |
| Dean Dorton | Admin. – Audit Progress Bill | $15,000.00 | |
| Delta Dental of Kentucky, Inc. | All – Dental Insurance | $207.36 | |
| Derby Fire Services | Police – Equipment Repairs & Maintenance | $66.00 | |
| Earth First of Kentuckiana | Works – Supplies & Materials | $330.00 | |
| Evident | Police – Supplies & Materials | $510.52 | |
| First Financial Bank | All – Multiple | $3,616.15 | |
| Galls | Police – Uniforms | $101.87 | |
| Goodyear Auto Service | Police – Vehicle Repair | $784.56 | |
| Great American Financial Services | Admin. – Copy Machine Contract | $246.49 | |
| Guardian Insurance Company | All – Long/Short/Life Insurance | $10,105.08 | |
| Harris Computer Systems | Admin . – Printing Checks | $459.28 | |
| HDR Engineering, Inc. | Works – Girard Drive Drainage Work | $1,672.24 | |
| Home Depot Credit Services | Works/Admin./Ctr.- Supplies & Materials | $1,649.28 | |
| IdentoGo | Police – Fingerprinting New Hire | $20.00 | |
| Integrity Auto Repairs, LLC | Works – Vehicle Repairs/Maintenance | $1,140.00 | |
| Interstate All Battery Center | Police – Supplies & Materials | $69.70 | |
| J. Edinger & Sons, Inc. | Works – Two Dump Beds | $106,854.00 | |
| Jefferson County PVA | Admin – 2023 Assessment/Bills | $50,000.00 | |
| Jim’s Body Shop, Inc. | Works – Body Repair-Ins. Claim | $5,152.20 | |
| KEMI | All – Worker’s Comp. Installment | $17,516.77 | |
| Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police | Police – Annual Dues (3) | $300.00 | |
| Kevin Bowling | Police – Pre-Employment Polygraph | $150.00 | |
| Kiesler Police Supply | Police – Sock Bean Bags | $3,620.00 | |
| Lewis Seed Company | Works – Straw | $112.00 | |
| LG&E | Works – Gas/Electric Services | $36,226.72 | |
| Louisville Water Company | Works – Water | $1,794.67 | |
| Lowe’s | Works – Supplies & Materials | $184.27 | |
| Manning Equipment, LLC | Police – Vehicle Repairs | $53.50 | |
| Marcum’S Auto Sales | Police – Investigative Services | $525.00 | |
| Miller Company | Police – Service Contract – Copies | $259.81 | |
| Moreno Express | Admin. – Processing/Postage Newsletters | $2,878.81 | |
| Morton Salt | Works – Salt for Street Maintenance | $10,799.08 | |
| Nelson & Company | Police – Swat Team Supplies | $10,394.48 | |
| Norse Tactical | Police – Contract Services | $7,550.00 | |
| OFO, LLC | Works – Dumping Materials | $1,430.00 | |
| PNC | All – Multiple | $4,894.43 | |
| Quality Inn | Police – Travel/Training | $780.00 | |
| RCS Communications | IT – Dispatch Maintenance | $582.00 | |
| Rumpke | Works – Garbage Services | $131,549.89 | |
| Saf-Ti-Co | Works – Supplies & Materials | $314.42 | |
| Security Pros, LLC | Works – Monitoring | $2,430.92 | |
| Security Systems, Inc. | Works – Monitoring | $38.00 | |
| Singler & Ritsert | Admin. – City Attorney | $2,196.00 | |
| Southern Tire Service Inc | Works – Supplies & Materials | $2,565.60 | |
| Sparkle Brite Car Wash | Police – Vehicle Maintenance | $456.00 | |
| St. Matthews Ace Hardware | Works – Supplies & Materials | $220.73 | |
| Stephens & Lawson PSC | Admin. – Professional Fees | $8,250.00 | |
| Taylor Siefer Williams | Works – Warwick Park Project | $43,499.00 | |
| Thomas Reuters – West | Police – Criminal Law Set | $547.40 | |
| Tony’s Wrecker Service | Police – Towing | $875.00 | |
| Trans Union | Police – Contract Services | $210.20 | |
| Tony’s Wrecker Service | Police/Works – Towing & Repairs | $2,779.06 | |
| Total Office Products | Police – Office Supplies | $813.45 | |
| Trugreen | Parks – Service Contract – Brown Park | $191.39 | |
| Valvoline | All – Vehicle Maintenance | $446.91 | |
| Verizon Wireless | All – Telephone Service | $2,828.25 | |
| Welders Supply Company | Works – Supplies & Materials | $31.85 | |
| Wex Bank | All – Gasoline | $18,561.15 | |
| Willis Klein | Works – Supplies & Materials | $194.94 | |
| Wilson Equipment | Works – Equipment Repairs | $652.96 | |
| Zeppa’s | Admin. – 1/2 Cost Christmas Lights | $45,644.50 | |
| Reimbursements and Payments | |||
| Austin, Elizabeth | Admin. – Contract Services | $555.00 | |
| Casey, Tim | Works – Reimbursement for Boots | $150.00 | |
| Emerson, James | Works – Reimbursement for Boots | $150.00 | |
| Fisher, Thomas | The Arterburn – Custodial Fee | $1,364.67 | |
| Jetter, George | Police -Reimbursement Duty Belt | $31.79 | |
| Jones, Eddie | Police – Reimbursement Meals/Lodging | $373.04 | |
| Kassebaum, Judi | Works – Reimbursement Postage | $31.14 | |
| Olson, Amy | Admin. – Reimbursement Photos | $129.07 | |
| Ratliff, Scott | Police – Reimbursement Meal Expenses | $560.56 | |
| Shepard, Barbara | Police – Reimbursement Training Equip. | $89.33 | |
| Wilkerson, Barry | Police – Reimbursement Training Expenses | $321.00 | |
| TOTAL | $602,911.39 | ||
