Commission Meeting 2026-6-9

The City of Richmond, Kentucky held a commission meeting on June 9, 2026, which included several procurement and personnel actions. Key procurement-related items included approval of change order number two for bid package three of the Richmond Regional Sports Complex, adding $62,378 for sewer line and irrigation system work, funded from the project fund. The commission also approved an extended one-year lease agreement with Eastern Kentucky University for the Crab Street parking lot, with lease revenues dedicated to the Irvington House fund. Additionally, the meeting featured the introduction of a new code enforcement lien rebate program aimed at encouraging redevelopment of blighted properties by offering rebates to developers who pay off city liens and complete agreed improvements within 18 months. Personnel actions included the appointment of Clayton Stalker as assistant police chief, hiring of two new police officers, promotions within the fire department, and reclassification of a police department administrative assistant. The commission also discussed two ordinances proposing annexation of properties into city limits, which were referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission for zoning recommendations. Overall, the meeting focused on infrastructure improvements, personnel appointments, and innovative economic development incentives.