Committee Meetings August 4, 2025
August 5, 2025

Finance - August 4, 2025


The committee approved dropping the Kenilworth Stormwater project and referred a large-scale lighting project to budget hearings. A representative from Recovery Resource Center presented a detailed proposal on using opioid settlement funds for assessments, training, and community outreach, which will be discussed further during budget hearings. The committee also approved a lease agreement with Navigate Wealth Management, authorized funding for UPS battery replacements, and approved design services for the library renovation Phase IV.


Agenda: https://bit.ly/3U99gU6

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    Item 020225: This was a request to provide an update on the Kenilworth Stormwater project. Since the project is now complete and no further items remain, the committee voted to drop it. Dropped.


    Item 140525: This item was about considering funding for new lighting on Lakeshore Drive and I-65. Due to the large cost involved, the council decided to refer it to the upcoming budget hearings for further review. Carried over.


    Item 143525: This item was also a lighting request on Lakeshore and I-65. It was grouped with 140525 and referred to budget hearings without formal motion, just by agreement. Carried over.


    Item 030725: This was to set the bid date for Green Springs Phase II for August 19, 2025. The committee agreed to carry it over until the bid opening date. Carried over.


    Item 210725: This was a presentation and discussion about how to allocate opioid settlement funds. John Bailes from the Recovery Resource Center provided an overview of services and best practices for using these funds to support assessments, recovery services, and staff training. The council agreed to carry this over and include it in budget hearings for further discussion. Carried over.


    Item 200725: This was a request for the city manager to sign a lease with Navigate Wealth Management for office space on the third floor of City Hall. The lease is for 3,720 square feet at $6,200 per month, with a three-year term and renewal increases. The committee approved authorizing the city manager to sign the lease. Approved.


    Item 180725: This was a request to execute a traffic signal lighting maintenance agreement related to the upcoming Diverging Diamond Interchange project. Since the bid discussion is scheduled for the next Finance Committee meeting, the item was carried over. Carried over.


    Item 190725: This was a budget transfer request to move \$1,000 from supplies to travel and conference to allow early bird registration for an October conference. The committee approved the transfer. Approved.


    Item 220725: This was a request to approve a proposal from Eaton Corporation for \$4,050 to replace batteries in the city's core server room UPS unit. The committee approved the proposal. Approved.


    Item 230725: This was a request for the city manager to sign a $36,250 contract for design services for Phase Four of the library renovation, which focuses on the children’s area and ADA-compliant restrooms. The committee approved the contract. Approved.


Public Safety - August 4, 2025


The Public Safety Committee discussed pedestrian safety improvements at Oxmoor and St. Charles, recommending immediate restriping to eliminate a left-turn lane while referring more extensive infrastructure upgrades to budget hearings. Plans for residential parking permits and increased parking enforcement were discussed but sent back to committee for further clarification before drafting an ordinance.


Agenda: https://bit.ly/3UfXJSZ

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    Item 240425: This was a discussion about safety measures at the intersection of Oxmoor Road and Saint Charles. The committee reviewed a three-phase plan focused on improving pedestrian safety by straightening crosswalks, adding bulb-outs, and addressing loading zones that interfere with traffic flow. Concerns about delivery truck access, pedestrian safety, and business parking were discussed in depth. The committee approved moving forward with re-striping to eliminate the left turn lane and adjust crosswalk markings as an immediate action. Phase One infrastructure improvements were referred to budget hearings for funding. The proposed residential parking permit program was debated but sent back to committee for further work on ordinance language and enforcement details before proceeding. Approved (striping), Referred to budget (infrastructure improvements), Carried over (residential permit ordinance).



Public Works - August 4, 2025


The committee approved a request for work in the right of way at 841 Sylvia Drive, where a homeowner is replacing an old retaining wall that slightly encroaches into the right of way. An indemnification agreement will be required, and the neighboring property owners expressed support for the project.


Agenda: https://bit.ly/4mjLAJf

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    Item 240725: This was a request to allow work in the right of way at 841 Sylvia Drive. The homeowner was replacing an old retaining wall, which was discovered to extend slightly into the city’s right of way. The homeowner stopped work and came before the committee to request permission to continue, along with an indemnification agreement to protect the city. The wall is necessary for property support due to elevation changes. No opposition was noted, and the request was approved. Approved.


Planning & Development - August 4, 2025


The committee acknowledged the withdrawal of a rezoning request for 1833 29th Avenue South, the old police department building, after the developer faced ongoing legal challenges and personal attacks. Although disappointed, the mayor expressed hope that a future council will find a viable solution for the site; the item was sent to the full council without recommendation for the public hearing to be opened and closed as scheduled.


Agenda: https://bit.ly/4lXv8hl

  • Details

    Item 100725: This was a public hearing notice for consideration of an amended development plan at 124 South Pointe Drive. The committee had already sent this out with a favorable recommendation, pending the public hearing. Carried over.


    Item 110725: This was a request to rezone 1833 29th Avenue South, the site of the former police station, from I-2 to C-4. The applicant, Mr. Moran, has withdrawn his proposal due to personal attacks and lawsuits, deciding not to pursue the project. Despite the withdrawal, the public hearing is already set and must proceed as advertised. The committee voted to send the item out without recommendation so it can be formally closed after the public hearing. 

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