Elizabethtown City Council Regular Meeting - August 4, 2025
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Elizabethtown City Council Regular Meeting - August 4, 2025
The Elizabethtown City Council held its regular meeting on August 4, 2025, at 8:23 PM. The council conducted first and second readings of several zoning ordinances, adopted a code of ethics, approved a municipal order for an outdoor music venue contract amendment, and authorized submission of a HUD consolidated plan. All recorded votes were unanimous (6-0). The meeting included public comments and a brief closed session.
First Readings of Ordinances
- Ordinance 20-2025: First reading to amend the official zoning map for 202 North Main Street from Urban Residential (R4) to Downtown Mixed Use (C5) to allow office use. Approved as consistent with the comprehensive plan.
- Ordinance 21-2025: First reading to amend the official zoning map for 201 North Main Street from Neighborhood Office (C1) to Downtown Mixed Use (C5) for office use. Approved. Also presented were annexation requests for properties owned by Diane Matherley Trust, Jackie Addington, Terry and Sharon Bacon, Kevin and Lisa Addington, Glenn and Sandra Turner, Larry and Linda Phillips, L&L Farms LLC, and Hardin County government. These properties will be zoned Suburban Residential (R2) upon annexation per the Planning Commission recommendation, with owner consent and required 45-day notice to Hardin County.
Second Readings and Adoptions
- Ordinance 16-2025: Second reading to repeal Ordinance 28-1994 and establish a code of ethics for city officials and employees (KRS 65.003), along with Radcliffe, Vine Grove, West Point, and Hardin County. Adopted 6-0.
- Ordinance 17-2025: Second reading to amend Title 15 Land Usage, Chapter 154 zoning code, including definitions, zoning districts, and zone descriptions/permitted uses. Adopted 6-0.
- Ordinance 19-2025: Second reading to amend the official zoning map for 1151 Fair Orchard Road from Urban Residential (R3) to Regional Commercial (C3) for a medical clinic. Adopted 6-0.
Municipal Orders
- Outdoor Music Venue Contract Amendment: Approved a contract amendment with Congleton Hacker Company for construction of an outdoor music venue on city-owned property on Commerce Drive, including buildings, utility infrastructure, equipment installation, parking, and landscaping. The guaranteed maximum price is not to exceed $41,822,281. Tourism is a party to the contract, with costs shared. Approved unanimously by voice vote.
- Community Development Block Grant Plan: Authorized submission of the 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan to HUD for public improvements in the East Downtown neighborhood. The city agreed to comply with federal CDBG requirements. Approved unanimously by voice vote.
Public Comments
- One resident (name not stated) asked about development plans for the rezoned property at 1151 Fair Orchard Road (R3 to C3) in relation to a possible VA medical clinic. The mayor responded that there are no development plans and it is premature to address VA funding questions; such information would come from the developer or VA, not the city.
City Council Information Items
- The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2025.
- A "lawn party" with a live band is planned for August 13, 2025.
- The mayor explained legal constraints on council members regarding planning and zoning decisions: they can only consider information in the official record of the planning commission meeting, not external communications. He thanked attendees for respectful dialogue and acknowledged the difficulty of balancing competing interests.
Key Outcomes
- All three second-reading ordinances adopted unanimously (6-0).
- Both municipal orders approved unanimously.
- First readings of zoning map amendments for 202 and 201 North Main Street passed (no recorded opposition).
- The annexation and zoning updates for multiple properties were presented as part of the first reading process; no separate vote recorded.
- The council entered a closed session (KRS 61.810) to discuss real property acquisition and litigation, with no action taken afterward.
Meeting Transcript
Well, I guess it was the shape. This one was the other one. I think that's great. Okay. Oh, yeah. So I mean I'm not going to say all the way down. Welcome everyone to Elizabeth Town City Capital Regular Meeting for August 4th, 2025. I like that translated Julius Breeze and Casey. Let us crack. Almighty God, our heavenly father, sit down on S the Hold Office and implement the city's spirit of wisdom, charity, and justice. That was steadfast purpose. We need faithfully served in our positions to promote the login and all people. Okay, good evening. Second. All in favor? I opposed. I am. First reading of ordinance by motion number 2020 25. Amending the official zoning map for 2022 North Main Street. If I can get a motion in secondary, please. Well. This is a first reading by summary. This ordinance amends the official zoning classification for the property located at 202 North Main Street from Urban Residential General, which is our four, to downtown mixed use, C5, to allow for uses such as an office. The change was approved by the Elizabeth City Council as it was found to be in agreement with the city's comprehensive plan. All right, next is ordinance number 212025, meeting the official zoning mat for 201 North Main Street. If I can get a motion in the second read, please. All in favor? Opposed? This is a first reading by summary. This ordinance amends the official zoning classification for the property located at 201 North Main Street from neighborhood office or C One to Downtown Mixed Use C5 to allow for such for uses such as an office. The change was approved by the city council as it was found to be in agreement with the city's comprehensive plan. And again, the full text of the ordinance can be found by contacting the city clerk's office. As requested by Diane Matherley Trust, Jackie Addington, Terry and Sharon Bacon, Kevin and Lisa Addington, Glenn and Sandra Turner, Larry and Linda Phillips, L and L Farms LLC, and Hardin County government. The property will be zoned suburban residential or R2 upon annexation based on the Planning Commission recommendation. The owners gave written consent to this annexation, and the city gave the required 45-day notice to Hardin County. Again, the full text of the ordinance can be found by contacting the City Clerk's office. Okay, then we will go to second reading by motion to ordinance number 16 2025 repealing ordinance number 281994. Motion all in favor? Aye opposed to the tower. This is a second reading by summary. The ordinance establishes a code of ethics for City of Elizabeth Town officials and employees as provided in Kentucky Revised Statute 65.003, along with the cities of Radcliffe, Vine Grove, West Point, and Harden County. The full text of this ordinance can be found by contacting the city clerk's office as a second reading. It's now available for your consideration. Any discussion. Seeing none, I need a motion and a second to adopt, please. Motion. Second. Roll call vote, Councilmember Bishop. Yes. Councilmember Folkerson?
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