Commission Meeting 2026-5-26

The City of Richmond, Kentucky held a commission meeting on May 27, 2026, which included several procurement and zoning-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of a change order for additional signage at the Richmond Regional Sports Complex with a total cost of $64,366.16, funded by a general obligation bond. The commission also approved hiring for parks and public works laborer positions and declared surplus property, including tablet computers and police equipment, to be sold via electronic auction. On zoning matters, the board discussed and conducted a first reading of an ordinance to rezone approximately 21.86 acres from B1 neighborhood business and P1 professional office to B3 highway business, a change that raised community concerns about increased traffic and incompatible development. The commission considered holding a special hearing to gather more public input before making a final decision. Additionally, the board approved an ordinance establishing updated development standards for townhome projects to ensure consistent design and site planning. No votes were taken on the rezoning ordinance during this meeting, but other orders related to hiring, surplus property disposition, and signage were approved by unanimous votes.