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City of Meadow Vale
JANUARY—2021
Happy New Year!
Newsletter Date
As we close 2020 … it has been a year of change as well as one of reflection. We
have had several once in a lifetime events to add to our life experiences. A pan-
demic, two blue moons (with one being on Halloween), and the “Great Conjunc-
tion” of Jupiter and Saturn, also known as the “Christmas Star,” have presented
us with a note-worthy twelve months.
Meadow Vale Officials
The pandemic has meant spending more time separated from face-to-face contact
Mayor Mary Hornek
502-593-1206 with others while providing time to reflect on the values we hold that are truly
mshornek@gmail.com important. Covid-19 has made Zoom, Wi-Fi, virtual school, Instacart, and tele-
medicine parts of everyday life. It has had an impact. The impact on how we do
Drainage Commissioner things for 2021 remains to be seen.
Lights, Signs & Streets I am confident we will ring in 2021 stronger and more resilient than when we left
Commissioner 2019. We, as Americans, have a history of facing whatever is sent our way with
Matt Hammond an outlook of how to make things better while overcoming obstacles.
502-438-0278
Safety Commissioner
As a City we have made many strides this year. We have remained functional
Mike Jones while meeting challenges. So, stay tuned, there is more to come in 2021.
502-492-1400
I would like to recognize our police department for receiving accreditation from
Social & Special Events Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police. This is a significant milestone for our
Commissioner officers who have worked hard and diligently to achieve this high honor. This
will elevate our department and assist in making the City eligible for federal
City Clerk Barbie Bryant grants that, otherwise, would have been out of reach. This prestigious distinction
502-507-1863 is important to all of Meadow Vale. Thank you.
Treasurer Chris Lusher
502-465-3843
I would like to thank our many volunteers who keep the berm clean and free of
waste. They are truly a special group of residents who give tirelessly to allow us
Administrative Assistant to keep our wonderful neighborhood looking great.
Pat Teeter
502-412-5500 With Heartfelt Gratitude
Meadow Vale Police ~ Mayor Hornek
Chief Ray Spann
Sergeant James Wilder
Officer Phil Peters
Officer on Duty 548-2599
Non-emergency 574-5471
CITY OF MEADOW VALE, KENTUCKY
SPECIAL CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
BY TELECONFERENCING – STATE OF EMERGENCY
12-21-2020
6:50PM – 7:00PM
The Commission met in special session through teleconferencing with Mayor Mary Hornek and the
following Commissioners:
Commissioner Matt Hammond
Commissioner Mike Jones
Commissioner Cathy Morrow
Commissioner Diane Roberts
Others present: City Treasurer Chris Lusher, City Attorney Carrie Ritsert, and City Clerk Barbie
Bryant.
PUBLIC HEARING
The Mayor opened the meeting to the public for comments concerning the use of the Municipal
Road Aid Funds. No comments were given.
ADJOURNMENT
UPON MOTION OF COMMISSIONER MORROW, DULY SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER JONES
THE RECOMMENDATION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 7:00 PM WAS APPROVED AND CAR-
RIED BY A VOTE OF 5-0.
CITY OF MEADOW VALE, KENTUCKY
REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
BY TELECONFERENCING – STATE OF EMERGENCY
12-21-2020
7:00PM – 8:03PM
The Commission met in regular session through teleconferencing with Mayor Mary Hornek and the
following Commissioners:
Commissioner Matt Hammond
Commissioner Mike Jones
Commissioner Cathy Morrow
Commissioner Diane Roberts
Others present: City Treasurer Chris Lusher, City Attorney Carrie Ritsert, and City Clerk Barbie Bry-
ant.
MINUTES
The minutes from the 11-16-2020 regular meeting were presented. UPON MOTION OF COMMIS-
SIONER ROBERTS, DULY SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER JONES, THE MINUTES FOR 11-16-
2020 WERE APPROVED AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 5-0.
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FINANCIAL REPORT
Treasurer Lusher presented the Income Statement and the Balance Sheet for November. UPON MO-
TION OF COMMISSIONER ROBERTS, DULY SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER JONES, THE IN-
COME STATEMENT AND BALANCE SHEETS FOR NOVEMBER WERE APPROVED AND CARRIED
BY A VOTE OF 5-0. The minutes will reflect that Commissioner Roberts will complete the oversight
checklist and that the bank statements were available for review.
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Mayor Hornek reported that she had taken a call from a resident on Boxford Way who had several
complaints about neighbors. The Commissioners requested the City Attorney send a letter to the resi-
dent on what steps the resident should take and what position the City held in the matter.
POLICE REPORT
Chief Spann had emailed his updates to the Commissioners for their review. Discussion will be pro-
vided during Commissioner Jones’ monthly report.
FIFTH THIRD BANK AND CHASE BANK
The Commissioners discussed staying with Chase Bank or moving all accounts to the Fifth Third
Bank. UPON MOTION OF COMMISSIONER ROBERTS, DULY SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER
HAMMOND, THE RECOMMENDATION TO SWITCH ALL ACCOUNTS TO FIFTH THIRD BANK WAS
APPROVED AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 5-0.
MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Hornek thanked Commissioners Morrow and Roberts for their commitment and dedication to
the City of Meadow Vale. Commissioner Morrow has been a commissioner since 2016 and Commis-
sioner Roberts began her service in 2014.
Mayor Hornek reported that all funds have been moved to the KLC-PNC account from the Baird in-
vestment account. The safety deposit box has been closed at Chase Bank as of December 18th and the
articles are in the fireproof cabinet, located at City Hall.
The KLC safety grant was approved for the Police Department’s accreditation and a check in the
amount of $1,380.00 was received.
The remaining amount of CARES funds is $21,980. Before year’s end, an additional $15,000 will be
submitted for reimbursement.
The Mayor made a recommendation to consider Phillip Mullins for the position of Commissioner.
The recommendation will be put on the agenda for the January meeting. Mayor Hornek made a rec-
ommendation to appoint Jenny Taylor to the Joint Board of Ethics. UPON MOTION OF COMMIS-
SIONER ROBERTS, DULY SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HAMMOND, THE RECOMMENDA-
TION TO APPOINT JENNY TAYLOR TO THE JOINT BOARD OF ETHICS WAS APPROVED AND
CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 5-0.
Mayor Hornek administered the Oath of Office to Commissioners Hammond and Jones. They will
serve another term as Commissioners for the City of Meadow Vale.
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DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Hammond joined Joe Hornek and Jimmy Hogan on November 24th in setting up the Christ- mas decorations on the light poles throughout Meadow Vale. He commented that it was a very enjoyable evening working with these two fine residents and they imparted a lot of good knowledge and experience about getting the wreathes and red ribbon affixed around our City. The lights and signs are in good shape and there is no new graffiti on the berm wall or the signs. Commissioner Morrow had no report. She encouraged the Mayor to call her if she needed volunteers for future social events. Commissioner Roberts had no report. She thanked the Mayor and Commissioners for their commitment to the City of Meadow Vale. She was also grateful for the opportunity to give back to the city for these past 6 years. Commissioner Jones reported that the police department has been fully accredited. He and Police Chief Spann have been invited by Major Andrea Brown to tour the new 8th Division LMPD building on Tues- day, December 22, 2020. Since the Safety Commissioner for the City of Rolling Hills did not run for another term, we will lose the ability to receive a monthly crime statistics report. Commissioner Jones will look at other sources and contacts for this information. The Chief joined Santa for the city’s mini parade. MISCELLANEOUS Mayor Hornek presented the contract for Nature Scape Lawn Care. If renewed before January 1, 2021, the city will receive the discounted amount of $1,424.00 for services. UPON MOTION OF COMMIS- SIONER ROBERTS, DULY SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER JONES, THE CONTRACT FROM NA- TURE SCAPE LAWN CARE, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,424.00 WAS APPROVED AND CARRIED BY A VOTE OF 5-0. The donation request from the Zachary Taylor Elementary School was tabled. The cost to update the LG&E lights within the city to LEDs is considerable. The discussion to leave the lights as they are until they need to be replaced was decided by consensus. During the research of this project, one large light fixture was brought into the conversation that may not be in the city limits. LG&E will research the issue and the city may be entitled to a 2-year reimbursement of funds. Com- missioner Roberts suggested the city do its own research on the matter. The Mayor will work with Kandie Atkinson and the Department of Transportation to bring additional areas of the berm into the city limits. The Mayor will talk with an arborist for help to determine which trees on the berm will need to be removed. Signs on the berm need to be updated and additional land- scaping will be considered. City Clerk Bryant reported that Business and Rental license renewal letters have been mailed. Mayor Hornek announced that City Attorney Ritsert will be leaving, effective December 31, 2020. She thanked her for her services. A new attorney has been acquired and will begin on the 1 st of January. Page 4 JANUARY—2021
ADJOURNMENT
UPON MOTION OF COMMISSIONER MORROW, DULY SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER JONES
THE RECOMMENDATION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 8:05 PM WAS APPROVED AND CAR-
RIED BY A VOTE OF 5-0.
**These are unofficial meeting minutes pending Commission approval**
Mayor Hornek presents a gift to Commissioner Diane Roberts
and Commissioner Cathy Morrow for their dedication and commitment
to the City of Meadow Vale.
A special thank you goes out to Commissioner Matt Hammond and Meadow Vale citizens
Jimmy Hogan and Joe Hornek for placing Christmas wreaths throughout the city.
Volunteers are always a welcomed treat. If you would like to volunteer for projects for the
city, please contact Pat Teeter at City Hall (502) 412-5500.
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SANTA CAME TO MEADOW VALE !! THANKS TO ALL HIS HELPERS!! Page 6 JANUARY—2021
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Jefferson County Emergency COMMISSIONER’S MONTHLY MEETING
911
City Commissioners of Meadow Vale meet
Lyndon Fire Department
502-425-7474
the third Monday of each month at 7:00 pm
at City Hall (9408 Blossom Ln, Suite A). The
Rumpke Sanitation meeting is open to the public. Residents are
502-568-3800 encouraged to attend. Due to the recent Ex-
ecutive order by Governor Beshear, future
Louisville Gas & Electric meetings will be held via teleconferencing..
502-589-3500
We will have instructions on how to join a
meeting posted on City Hall’s door.
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