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The discussion covered program scope, funding requests and potential impacts. Commissioners said they needed clarity on total project cost, other funding partners and the city’s commitment. One commissioner said Mercy Health had provided $250,000 and noted the city had set aside $150,000 in a grant pool for agencies addressing homelessness; commissioners asked whether PCM’s proposed facility would primarily serve county residents or attract people from outside the county.

Why it matters: the court’s decision would affect county budgeting and the local approach to homelessness. Several commissioners voiced reluctance to allocate county tax dollars for an operating subsidy and said the county should favor funding treatment and services that address root causes, such as addiction and mental-health care. \"I think we're better off funding...organizations that deal with drug problems and mental problems,\" one commissioner said, referring to agencies such as Lifeline Ministries and 4 Rivers Behavioral Health.

Court direction and next steps: commissioners asked county staff to invite PCM (or PCM’s director) to a future meeting to present specifics, including partners, service outreach (city vs. county clients), and the total funding plan and schedule. Multiple commissioners said they would consider a one‑time capital contribution if PCM can demonstrate matching private or city funds and a clearly defined project scope. The court set no appropriation at the meeting and said it will review the PCM materials during the remaining budget meetings prior to finalizing the budget.

Additional context: commissioners also discussed coordination among local nonprofits delivering meals, shelter and related services, and expressed concern about possible service duplication and the potential of a new shelter to draw individuals from outside the county. Several commissioners urged a coordinated regional approach and asked PCM to explain how the proposed facility would complement existing services.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","McCracken County Fiscal Court Live Stream","oneSentenceSummary","McCracken County commissioners deferred a decision on a 50‑bed shelter proposed by Paducah Cooperative Ministry (PCM), asking PCM to present more detailed cost, partner and service-area information before the county considers any funding.","taxTitle","McCracken County, Kentucky","taxId",57028,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6062841,"Fiscal Court discusses sheriff’s incentive pay, training workload and staffing; asks for cost details before budget vote",900,3980000,4880000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3275452-a170e78970676f406cc83c35ea840f73&start=3980&end=4880","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3275452-a170e78970676f406cc83c35ea840f73/thumbnail_3980000.jpg","/articles/6062841/McCracken-County/Kentucky/Fiscal-Court-discusses-sheriffs-incentive-pay-training-workload-and-staffing-asks-for-cost-details-before-budget-vote","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6062841-c91d251d808e6d89a68058e216b2e614/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153733&Signature=dtNNKhVBVtcw03Vjvyq2693e~3sZyXSC0rM9nL6bfyAKzeLl2qfyWRXEC0YFD4OZUVoyl0dzEcjCMmk7t2O4owMpo6n3iGLidUStcoPG6KQUtoDtLblZHVwERQyZsqyKjrrSKXXriNMbvwT5GGHu25PAy5CG-Lz0GnIADUOC-Rd-TVT6WL8~zFr7w1h4vALdYiUYUQXi~BPnW61soppGryI7rcVURzpYiFQNqZ1y4vO40G0QXi7ShZEqQteiX9enh-S9GFrwk4q30CFghPR~QrPqjEzSY-lGHG6C4D4tttZ2GffM58AZVYIkZUICRC5Ee684xnSwO0yYWMPAJHqd7g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","McCracken County commissioners and the sheriff engaged in an extended May 12 discussion about revamping incentive pay for deputies who hold instructor or special-duty roles, the workload of training and its effect on patrol staffing, and whether the county needs to hire additional deputies.

The sheriff told the court the department currently provides incentives for roles such as canine handlers, firearms instructors and a small set of other duties, but that his proposal would expand and reorganize ad pays to reward a broader set of competencies tied to training and specialized functions. \"We've started that concept...the canine officer has lots of extra training and duties...we compensate that,\" the sheriff said. He described current ad pays as modest (typically under $1 per hour) but said the sheriff’s office wants to better retain and attract deputies who take on extra responsibilities.

Court members pressed several operational questions: how much instructor time consumes staff hours, whether deputies would receive multiple stipends for multiple instructor duties, and whether adding incentives would be cheaper than hiring additional deputies. The sheriff said firearms instructors spend multiple weeks on-range work plus preparation time and that a deputy who performs multiple instructional roles could be eligible for multiple stipends; he also proposed the idea of a part‑time training deputy position to centralize and reduce load on sergeants and lieutenant-level staff.

Budget and next steps: commissioners asked the sheriff to provide a total cost estimate for the proposed incentive package and to identify caps and certification requirements that would limit abuse. The sheriff agreed to return with dollar figures before the budget first reading. Commissioners also flagged the need to document how longer on‑scene calls (such as mental‑health and addiction incidents) affect overall patrol staffing needs and said they want data on call durations and staffing impacts before deciding whether to add deputies.

Why it matters: the discussion touches both compensation policy and public safety resource planning. Commissioners indicated they were inclined to consider incentive pay adjustments and to explore a part‑time dedicated training position but were not yet persuaded that adding full-time deputies was warranted without further data. \"We'll have to amend that pay ordinance to incorporate those changes,\" a county official said, noting any pay changes require ordinance amendment and budget impact analysis.","County commissioners and the sheriff discussed proposals to overhaul ad‑pay (incentive) pay for deputies who perform instructor or special-duty roles, possible addition of a part‑time training position, and whether to add deputies. The court asked the sheriff for cost totals and staffing data before adopting changes in the budget.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6062846,"Senior center outlines relocation plans; fiscal court delays $300,000 payment decision",8006,462000,8468000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3275452-a170e78970676f406cc83c35ea840f73&start=462&end=8468","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3275452-a170e78970676f406cc83c35ea840f73/thumbnail_462000.jpg","/articles/6062846/McCracken-County/Kentucky/Senior-center-outlines-relocation-plans-fiscal-court-delays-300000-payment-decision","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6062846-114a729f8c10baa182e7d9abbb6b0f42/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153733&Signature=CtSqNebGXM8SN3qvUTdbDEm~9E-JbY6gu~ekdpvF4MrAuJZsmlTD8CXLckNRuIOZdjTomVLZPEyLQWqyvMDnYHXtJ7PANBkaZ312LMn1kMK13~pnjUkVAY9UHPVb1m~B4b34A6QyXHtUrU6sn7U9zAOD-qjpSzyMzrZ8laUpjEax3Yq9aBW0OdOVjE8UEmpEMGO-iVbFeB9SeOuKauWEI3AomMUVpAvgBzamBQxHUhu5z2oYEdSYmqj5mDBICpBNln-yRrFfbavYs6AaZ7vg8QsbnwXKVR70atSQbP9Dy3y5ak3a6VjHV2PmD7ey-wNtP6dGnZpzsjV6mTdsUNeR7Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Representatives of the Paducah–McCracken County Senior Citizens appeared at the fiscal court May 12 to describe plans to relocate from an aging building to a property the nonprofit has under contract and to request county assistance for renovations.

David Traitman, identified in the meeting as a senior-center representative, said the current building on Mathis Drive has become costly to maintain and that the organization bought a vacant lot on Kentucky Avenue and has made an offer on a “beautiful” former school building with a large gymnasium and a commercial kitchen. \"One of the main reasons...we need a commercial kitchen...that's been the one thing about the senior center that has held us up for purchasing buildings in the past,\" Traitman said.

Why it matters: the center operates meals programs and Meals on Wheels deliveries that the presenters said reach thousands of seniors annually. In the meeting presenters stated the senior center delivered about 60,000 homebound meals in 2024 and served over 20,000 congregate meals. Those figures formed part of the center’s case for capacity to serve the county’s older residents.

What the court discussed: commissioners and staff asked about building condition, parking and estimated renovation costs. Presenters said some portions of the school building would require substantial work; removing the oldest section could still leave about 40,000 square feet of usable space. Traitman said renovation bids for the Kentucky Avenue site had returned numbers higher than the group's budget estimates and that total project costs could be “north of $3 million” and perhaps higher. The county judge and commissioners asked for clarity on the closing status and funding sources; presenters said the Kentucky Avenue land purchase had closed, but the building purchase had not yet closed.

Funding request and court action: earlier in the meeting the fiscal court read an order to approve payment of $300,000 to Paducah–McCracken County Senior Citizens Inc. to help fund renovations. During discussion court members asked what should trigger payment and whether the commitment should wait for the nonprofit to close on the building. Commissioner discussion led to amending the pending action; the court voted to remove the payment from the agenda so the decision would await further confirmation. The transcript shows the county’s budget already includes $300,000 in the current year for the center, but commissioners said they wanted a definitive purchase closing or additional material facts before releasing county funds.

Services described: presenters emphasized the center’s Meals on Wheels routes (about 300 delivered meals per day countywide using eight drivers), congregate dining (80–150 daily attendees depending on the menu) and transportation services for medical appointments. The presenters noted that the center’s kitchen equipment is new and that some equipment would move with the center if they relocate.

Next steps: court members asked for a clear closing trigger and for additional financial details, including the project’s total cost, other funding commitments and city participation. The court’s action removed the $300,000 payment item from the agenda; commissioners said they would revisit assistance after the nonprofit provides clarifying materials and confirms the purchase or alternative plan.","Paducah-McCracken County Senior Citizens representatives described plans to move from an aging building into a larger facility with a commercial kitchen and asked for county assistance; fiscal court members discussed a $300,000 commitment but removed the payment from the agenda pending a property closing and more information.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6062851,"Fiscal Court approves Paducah Sports Park entry-plaza drawings, hears construction update",7102,1512000,8614000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3275452-a170e78970676f406cc83c35ea840f73&start=1512&end=8614","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3275452-a170e78970676f406cc83c35ea840f73/thumbnail_1512000.jpg","/articles/6062851/McCracken-County/Kentucky/Fiscal-Court-approves-Paducah-Sports-Park-entry-plaza-drawings-hears-construction-update","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6062851-654f130b9373ceba36434d4b08e48d06/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153733&Signature=T5hTCMw7Lc4eLleWig3~2comgp0hS9U9FhEWg~FutVy-HJTM5tyFpF7qKwtDme-rrnOfAv9k-dEDuGx1l1rmhgoOKJ4SdrWxv7z5DoNDAvSosgVDEm1aQDdNPmUWGEoyTZmBEB02CcM~D~tGT3a1ffSdAszRV8U8ECKUM65D3GTPBD0Lvrw5ae57xps5jtCgU4LusmBavQ3sqTKkym5QtDOn4HdFFFH3-X1xwc4OZCrI0x1jXn-hIu4junTknGs5ijv5UqY6gtZNBM7tGtLhkTS4FfiprpK4zIIg0HrtLZEgONG0ta9ba~Mfcynw8DWAViPlQEU789q60vpnwKVmDQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","McCracken County fiscal court on May 12 approved entry-plaza drawings for the Paducah Sports Park and heard a multi-hour project update from county staff and consultants on site work, field construction and the entry pavilion design.

The approval follows presentations by county staff and design consultants showing 90% construction documents for the entry plaza; officials said those drawings will go to contractors for pricing after city commission review. \"They are the 90% construction documents. After this meeting in the city commission tomorrow night, they'll proceed with 100% construction documents, then ultimately send that out for pricing,\" said Steve Irvin, who presented the project schedule and photos to the fiscal court.

Why it matters: the Sports Park is a multiagency project funded and operated under an interlocal agreement among the county, the city of Paducah and the Sports Tourism Commission. County officials said completing the entry-plaza documents and approving them under the interlocal agreement will allow contractors to price and schedule the plaza work without delaying the rest of the complex.

What the court heard: presenters described active utility and site work, installation of composite matting where heavy trucks were damaging Stuart Nelson Park Road, completed foundations for a concession building, ongoing backstop and fence post installation, and poured dugouts for several fields. \"The foundation is completed. They're actually working on the walls at this time,\" Irvin said. Contractors also installed subsurface drainage and, presenters said, most turf for fields has been delivered and will be installed soon.

Design specifics shown to the fiscal court included an open-air entry pavilion with restrooms, a tournament-director office and mechanical rooms placed beneath the pavilion roof, earthen berm seating areas that top out about six feet above adjacent sidewalks, vendor-tent locations with power, food-trailer and modular retail locations, and accessible sidewalks from primary parking. Presenters said the entry plaza concept was intended to be visually welcoming and flexible for tournaments, vendor space and spectator use.

Schedule and finances: presenters said the contractor will receive 100% construction documents and pricing soon; the county’s project schedule showed site work and field work continuing, with turf installation progressing field-by-field. Jeff, identified as a representative of Peck Flannery (design consultant), said the team expects to send the final documents to the contractor and obtain prices within about two weeks of that delivery. The fiscal court approved an order that \"the Paducah Sports Park entry plaza drawings\" be accepted in accordance with section 1.5(a) of the interlocal agreement.

Related actions and payments: during the meeting the court approved multiple sports-park and ballfield-related payments and contract amendments under the interlocal agreement. The court authorized payment of PFG invoice $27,881.65 and BFW invoice $6,839.28 under the interlocal split with the city. The court also approved change order number 1 with Jay's Electric adding field No. 4 for $29,006.64 and a related material change order with Hannon's Supply for $19,993.36. County staff told the court field No. 4 had not been in the original bid package and that the added work will bring Field 4’s lighting up to the same standard as the other fields.

What officials said about events and bookings: Irvin said marketing efforts are already producing tournament interest and that the park has received numerous tournament inquiries for the coming season. Chaz Heron, identified as the sports park general manager, was quoted as reporting more than 15 tournament requests for April–July, and Irvin said demand suggests many weekends will be filled once the park is open.

Next steps: county staff said they will deliver the 100% construction documents to the contractor and request pricing; if pricing and internal approvals proceed as described, construction of the entry plaza will be added to the contractor's scope via contract modification. The court also authorized the judge executive and treasurer to issue purchase orders and pay invoices tied to the sports-park work under existing agreements.","McCracken County fiscal court approved entry-plaza drawings for the Paducah Sports Park and heard a construction progress report that included turf deliveries, field work, drainage and upcoming pricing for the plaza, plus related invoices and change orders for ballfield lighting.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":115,"_47":116,"_49":117,"_51":118,"_53":119,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":120,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":121,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6062832,"Fiscal Court adopts zoning changes for antenna structural review and fee schedule; removes proposed food‑truck timing changes",0,8356000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3275452-a170e78970676f406cc83c35ea840f73&start=8356&end=8356","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3275452-a170e78970676f406cc83c35ea840f73/thumbnail_8356000.jpg","/articles/6062832/McCracken-County/Kentucky/Fiscal-Court-adopts-zoning-changes-for-antenna-structural-review-and-fee-schedule-removes-proposed-foodtruck-timing-changes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6062832-3d326a0c51c0ee9260b3f61fa8641eea/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153733&Signature=UJeJLQNzB3Z-iK2QcDpIhZIj63QXqnqh8bKm0ND6sQ438MZo7PHtk-xFB7u2attaUFFgXqxjbe6tmGvK2tQZAQn3UWJxrNyWgaUPn829U9iCmEKLi3lTuHDtc3Tq~QCIr84PHPLnxHioakuWGaA6Tc1bexoycAk4JLod7pXIMg5NSPyR~VJFb4~8leD1JAWrlizUaHnmo9hb4Tr~UWf9rKKFQKl7tswfgcHqedIJCVZj9jaFeuxlJSIUclcqlJlZMUhuKMQ7mkOxeN-dVdyEsZh7NxEzQnv4-sSPrJpISgj8wtYBz54veqHzVq6aF~uOhAANSVwepv~UevPfe5-tJw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","McCracken County fiscal court on May 12 conducted the second reading and approved ordinance No. 2025‑03, which amends county zoning regulations by adding a structural‑analysis requirement for certain cellular antenna work and by updating the zoning fee schedule. Separately, the court removed a proposed amendment that would have modified the county’s mobile food‑vehicle rules.

The ordinance summary read to the court states the two primary changes: \"First, the cellular antenna tower section is amended by adding a requirement for an updated structural analysis under certain circumstances. Second, the zoning fee schedule is revised by updating prices and eliminating the requirement to submit hard copies of certain submissions.\" The clerk certified the summary as an accurate statement of the ordinance's main points.

Food‑truck language removed: earlier draft amendments included a paragraph imposing time and movement restrictions on mobile food vehicles (how long a food truck may remain in one location and related distance-from-restaurant rules). Commissioners moved to remove paragraph 2(b) of the amendment (the mobile food‑vehicle subsection) so that the existing mobile food‑vehicle ordinance remains unchanged; the court approved removing 2(b) and proceeded with second reading of the remainder of the ordinance. The second reading was approved by the court and the ordinance recital was placed on public inspection in the judge executive’s office.

Why it matters: the zoning changes add a structural check for antenna modifications, which affects telecommunications providers and developers, and update the county’s fee and submission processes to allow electronic submissions. The removal of proposed food‑truck timing rules preserves the current mobile food‑vehicle regulations and avoids new limits on how long vendors can remain in one location under county code.

Next steps: the full ordinance will be available for public inspection in the judge executive’s office during business hours, and staff will implement updated fee schedules and submission processes as provided in the adopted ordinance.","The fiscal court conducted second reading and adopted ordinance 2025‑03 amending McCracken County zoning regulations to require updated structural analyses for certain cellular antenna changes and to revise the fee schedule; the court removed a proposed amendment that would have changed mobile food vehicle timing and movement rules.","actionData","errors"]

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