After a lengthy discussion and a close vote, the City of Hopkinsville approved the first reading of proposed funding for renovations to the Bluegrass Splash Family Aquatic Center.
Tuesday night, there were a lot of questions and information shared at the City Council meeting.
Maintenance at the water park was originally included in a capital budget amendment with other monies, but Ward 2 Councilman Chuck Crabtree moved to separate it.
click to download audioCity Financial Officer Melissa Clayton clarified the money was left over from previous capital improvement purchases.
click to download audioPublic Works Superintendent, Mike Perry says putting off the improvements could be detrimental.
click to download audioWard 6 Councilman Travis Martin asked about cost breakdowns and Perry says they will be receiving some money back after the repairs are done.
click to download audioWard 7 Councilman Doug Wilcox wanted to see a different proposal but was told time is of the essence.
click to download audioTo open on time, the down payment for the work must be made by March 1st.
Ward 3 Councilman Don Marsh commended Perry for his and his team’s work on the project.
click to download audioThe City Council voted 6 to 5 with Natasha Sophia Francis abstaining. Crabtree, Wilcox, Jamie Lienberger, Jason Bell, and Matthew Handy voted no. A second reading of the funding measure will be required before a final vote is held on the funding proposal.
In other business, the City Council approved the second reading of Canton Pike and Major Lane zoning and asked for an ordinance to be drafted for the residential zoning of six properties on Pyle Lane across from Food Lion and United Southern Bank. The City Council also approved the transfer of money for the purchase of a new police cruiser.
