CITY OF ST. MATTHEWS
Council Meeting Minutes
September 12 , 2023
A meeting of the St. Matthews City Council was held in-person on Tuesday, September 12, 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 – Absent Councilmember Mary Jo Nay
Councilmember Nathan Hernandez (via video conference) Councilmember Amy Olson
OTHER OFFICIALS
John Singler – St. Matthews City Attorney
Rheba Roten – St. Matthews City Clerk
OTHER ATTENDEES
Gary Major – Resident
Kate Leitner – Manager, St. Matthews/Eline Library Branch
Officer Eddie Jones – St. Matthews Police Department
Kenan Stratman – St. Matthews Public Works Department
Jack Ruf – St. Matthews Planning Manager
David and Maria Marchal – Residents
Mike Hill – Development Engineer for Choi Asian Market
Robert Wayne – Broker for the owner of Choi Asian Market
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 August 29, 2023 council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Olson.
Upon Voice Vote: (7-0) the motion carried.
PUBLIC MEETING COMMENTS
Kate Leitner, Manager of the St. Matthews/Eline Branch of the Louisville Free Public Library reviewed a list of upcoming events at the St. Matthews Branch.
- Wednesday, September 13, 2023, 6-7 PM Stephen King Book Discussion
- Thursday, September 14, 2023, 2-3 PM an afternoon book discussion of Three Ways to Disappear by Katy Yocom
- Tuesday, September 12, 2023, 6:30-7:30 PM — Night Owls Book Discussion Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier
- St. Matthews Friends of the Library Booksale – Friday, September 22, 1-4 PM, Saturday, September 23 10 AM-4 PM, Sunday, September 24, 1-4 PM. Cash only and exact change is appreciated.
- 52 Week – Home Organization Challenge – Tuesday, September 26, 2023, 2-3:30 PM
- Saturday, September 30 @10:30 AM. Meet your St. Matthews City Councilmembers.
PENDING BUSINESS
There was no pending business on the agenda to discuss.
NEW BUSINESS
ORDINANCE 23-05 AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE JOHN SINGLER, ATTORNEY
PARTIAL STREET CLOSURE OF
THOMPSON AVENUE
Mayor Tonini explained to the Council and those in attendance the historical facts on the closure of Thompson Avenue. He expressed his opinion to delay the process of this partial closure until more information is available.
Long-time residents David and Maria Marchal of 3620 Warner Avenue addressed the Council expressing their desire for the closure. He stated they had future home improvement plans which would enhance their property since they intend to remain in St. Matthews.
Mayor Tonini thanked Mr. Marchal and stated he had concerns regarding the fire hydrant that would remain and the expense to relocate it.
City Attorney Singler read by summary Ordinance 23-05 regarding the partial street closure of Thompson Avenue. Councilmember Nay made a motion for introduction and first reading of 23-05. Her motion was seconded by Councilmember Bowling.
Upon voice Vote: (7-1) the motion carried with Councilmember Landes abstaining.
Upon Voice Vote: (7-0) the motion carried.
MUNICIPAL ORDER 23-21 JOHN SINGER, ATTORNEY
A MUNICIPAL ORDER RELATING TO THE APPROVAL OF A REVISED DETAILED DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND RELATED WAIVER ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4630 WESTPORT ROAD
David Hill, Development Engineer for Choi’s Asian Food Market, addressed the Council regarding a 13,000 square foot grocery with a storage and food hall. Councilmember Nay asked if there had been a traffic study and Mr. Hill replied that Louisville Metro Planning and Design did not require one.
The Council asked numerous questions regarding the heavily traveled intersection where the business will be located and expressing their concern the corner will only encounter increased traffic issues. After much discussion, City Attorney Singler summarized the municipal order to include that there will be no free-standing signs. The delivery hours will be from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. and no delivers will be made prior to 7 a.m. The business hours will be Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 10 p.m. and Sundays from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m.
Councilmember Nay made a motion to deny MO 23-01. City Attorney Singler explained that a case can never be denied without a specific order of denial, but one can be written. Motion failed for lack of a second.
Councilmember Flynn made a motion to approve MO 23-01. His motion was seconded by Councilmember Landes.
Upon Voice Vote: (7-1) the motion carried with Councilmember Nay voting no.
EXPENDITURES
Councilmember Bowling made a motion to approve the expenditures listed and have checks drawn on the city’s treasury in the total of $300,721.84. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Nay.
Upon Roll Call Vote: (8-0) the motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
- Councilmember Hernandez had no report.
- Councilmember Clark had no report.
- Councilmember Olson reported the first recipient of the newly created “Outstanding Neighbor Award” was presented on September 2, 2023 to Wilbur Amick, 215 South Hubbards Lane, and he was nominated by Chelsea Albertson.
- Councilmember Holland had no report.
- Councilmember Bowling had no report; however, he announced Chief Barry Wilkerson’s family now has a new grandson born earlier in the day.
- Councilmember Nay stated that articles for the newsletter are due by this Friday, September 15, 2023.
- Councilmember Flynn had no report, but he encouraged the Council to schedule a Caucus meeting. A meeting was scheduled for Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. The discussion will be about the 2023 Light Up St. Matthews Event.
- Councilmember Landes had no report.
CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
Mr. Singler explained to the Council the process of a denial of a Municipal Order. He stated there is a statutory right to appeal any action for or against a zoning case. However, detailed finding must be presented at the time of denial.
MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Tonini had no report.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Holland made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmembers Olson.
Upon Voice Vote: (8-0) the motion carried, and the meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Rheba Roten, City Clerk
Mayor Richard Tonini
| September 12, 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: | |||
| A+ Paper Shredding | Admin-Shredding | $64.00 | |
| Anderson’s Sales & Service | Works – Parts for Mowers | $691.12 | |
| AT&T | All- Telephone Service | $7127.35 | |
| Bob Hook Chevrolet | Police- Routine Vehicle Maintenance | $798.65 | |
| CDW-G Government | IT – New Phones | $750.51 | |
| Charter Communications | Works – Monitoring | $89.99 | |
| Clifford Distributing Co., Inc. | Works/C. Center- Supplies and Materials | $948.10 | |
| Covert Track Group | IT – Program for Police | $1138.75 | |
| Cross Chrysler Jeep | Police – Vehicle Repairs/Maintenance | $993.60 | |
| DC Elevator | Works – Service Contract | $120.00 | |
| Delta Dental of Kentucky, Inc | All- Dental Insurance | $5792.30 | |
| Enterprise Fleet Management | Police – Vehicles Lease | $39,840.51 | |
| Flynn Brothers (MAPS Account) | Works – Cold Patch Mix | $89.00 | |
| Gall’s | Police – Uniforms | $328.67 | |
| Guardian Insurance Company | Admin – Insurance | $10,015.54 | |
| Goodyear Auto Service Group | Police/Works – Vehicle Repairs | $3173.71 | |
| Great American Financial Services | Police – Printer & Copier Maintenance | $369.62 | |
| HDR Engineering, Inc. | Works – Trinity Hills | $810.00 | |
| Home Depot | Works – Materials/Supplies | $348.09 | |
| Integrity Auto Repairs, LLC | Works – Vehicle Repairs | $1790.33 | |
| Kiesler’s Police Supply, Inc. | Police – CI- Equipment | $9356.64 | |
| Kentucky State Treasurer | Police – Office Supplier (Notary Fee) | $10.00 | |
| Leonard Brush & Chemical Company | Works – Cleaning Supplies | $37.69 | |
| LG&E | Works – Gas Services | $35,208.07 | |
| Louisville/Jefferson Co. Metro Government | IT – Computer Maintenance | $1842.00 | |
| Lowe’s | Works – Chain Link Fence | $116.63 | |
| MST Awards | Admin – Office Supplies (Plaques) | $20.00 | |
| Nixon Power Service Company | Works – Generator Service | $335.00 | |
| PNC Bank | Works/Admin. – Supplies & Materials | $3,302.77 | |
| Progressive Microtechnology, Inc. | Police – Supplies & Maintenance | $114.83 | |
| RCS Communications | Police – Repairs/Maintenance | $123.50 | |
| Ronald C. Jordan Painting | Works – Painting Buildings & Dugouts | $7,000.00 | |
| Rumpke | Works – Garbage Collection/Portalets | $131,326.41 | |
| Saf-Ti-Co | Works/Maps – Supplies & Signs | $1,534.60 | |
| Security Pros, LLC | Works – Monitoring | $1,620.46 | |
| Security Systems, Inc. | Works – Monitoring | $38.00 | |
| Singler & Ritsert | Admin. – August Legal Services | $4,485.00 | |
| St. Matthews Ace Hardware | Police – Material for Course Work | $177.67 | |
| Sweep All, Inc. | Works – Power Vacuum Sweeping | $2,365.00 | |
| Total Office Products | Police – Office Supplies | $274.94 | |
| Valvoline, LLC | Works – Vehicle Maintenance | $104.76 | |
| Voiance | Police – Contract Services | $78.30 | |
| WEX Bank | All – Fuel & Miscellaneous | $23,351.24 | |
| Willis Klein | All – Supplies and Materials | $272.36 | |
| Reimbursements and Payments | |||
| Austin, Elizabeth | Admin. – Contract Services | $300.00 | |
| Bowling, Kevin | Police – Contract Services | $150.00 | |
| Bratcher, Mark | Police – Contract Services | $150.00 | |
| Fisher, Thomas | The Arterburn – Custodial Fee | $1,313.57 | |
| Hill, David | Works – Reimbursement Safety Boots | $100.69 | |
| Shepard, Barbara | Police – Training Travel Reimbursement | $331.87 | |
| TOTAL | $300,721.84 | ||
