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MINUTES OF THE MONTHLY
CORBIN CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD
Regular Scheduled Meeting
January 7, 2007
TIME AND PLACE
A Public Hearing with the Corbin Code Enforcement Board was held Monday, January 7, 2008, at 6:00 P.M. at the Corbin City Hall Government Complex Second Floor Courtroom, Room 202.
Public Hearing Meeting of the Corbin Code Enforcement Board Called to Order
Roll Call / Members Present:
Kyle Jones, Chairman Joe White, Vice Chairmen Trent Knuckles
Others Present Were:
Code Enforcement Officer Frank Burke, Administrative Official Clara Patterson
Approve the Minutes from Last Meeting: December 3, 2007
Motion: Kyle Jones
2nd: Trent Knuckles
All present voted Yea. None opposed.
There are no public hearings.
There are no default cases.
Old Business:
Earl & Jean Karr 120 Van Dorn
PVA#137-40-06-010 Property Maintenance
Citation #0606-099
The status of the Earl and Jean Karr property was discussed. Mr. Knuckles asked Mr. Burke when the Karr structure was scheduled for demolition. Mr. Burke explained he has not taken bids yet, but he does plan the demolition in January.
Mr. Burke further explained that he had given Mr. Karr every chance to bring the structure up to standards. Nothing has been done other than the front porch was repaired and two external walls were partially painted.
Henry and Linda Honeycutt, 314 16th Street
PVA#130-20-04-009 Property Maintenance/Unfit Structure
Chairman Jones addressed the issue of the Henry Honeycutt property; he made the comment that the structure is in danger of collapse. Mr. Burke explained that he was taking bids to have this structure demolished.
In further discussion Mr. Burke explained that he had spoken to the mortgage company that holds the mortgage on the Honeycutt property and they basically have written the lien off and told Mr. Burke to do what he sees fit.
Cecil McFarland 67 Bacon Creek Road
PVA# 120-00-00-066 Property Maintenance/Unfit Structure
Citation # 0707-137
A status report was given by Mr. Burke. He stated that Ms. McFarland had not been able to find anyone to demolish the property. However, Mr. Burke had a phone call today informing him that she had found someone for the project.
Chairman Jones asked Mr. Burke if the house is not demolished this month will he look to increasing the fines and putting a lien on the property? Mr. Burke explained if the demolition is not followed through and it would be classified as a failure to comply and at the next meeting it would be classified as in default and we can raise the fine.
Mrs. Patterson asked if the house is demolished but Ms. McFarland does not pay the fine will we put a lien on the property? Mr. Burke explained, in the past if they fulfilled their obligation the Board has rescinded the fine.
Troy Monhollen Scuffletown Road
PVA#120-30-01-030-00 Property Maintenance
Citation # 0808-142
A status report was given by Mr. Burke on the Monhollen property. Ms. Monhollen who lives on Scuffletown Road has retained someone to demolish her structure. Mr. Knuckles asked when the citation was issued, Mr. Burke explained it was issued in August but she had not been able to retain anyone to do the demolition for her.
Mr. Burke has been trying to contact Ms. Monhollen since the last meeting. He just made contact with Ms. Monhollen and explained to her the procedure if the structure was not demolished. Ms. Monhollen called back later today and informed Mrs. Patterson she has acquired someone to tear the structure down.
Mr. Knuckles asked when the Monhollen and McFarland citations were issued. Mr. Burke explained the citation for Monhollen was issued in August and the McFarland citation was issued in July.
Mr. Knuckles asked about the citation on Earl and Jean Karr, Mr. Burke explained it was issued in June 2006.
Mr. Burke explained that he had given Mr. Karr several extensions before it was brought before the board. Once brought before the board they were also given several extensions. Mr. Burke explained that Mr. Karr was not uncooperative; he just never accomplished anything he had agreed to do.
Mr. Burke explained he tried everything he could do to help them understand the severity of the problem but no progress has been made. He feels we have no alternative but to demolish the structure.
Chairman Jones asked about the status of the Old Hospital. Mr. Burke explained that the last he had heard they do not want to haul the debris off to the landfill; they wish to push it into the hollow below the hospital creating a fill area.
Mr. Burke explained the property that connects with the Old Hospital property belongs to Mr. Paul Rains and they have asked Mr. Burke to contact Mr. Rains for permission to push the debris into the hollow.
Mr. Burke explained that the area lies in a blue line stream and will have to go through the state for permission. Mrs. Patterson explained that they will have to get a special permit from the state to use the hollow as a special dumping site. Mr. Rains stated that he was willing to discuss it with KCEOC.
Chairman Jones asked Mr. Burke if they have to haul that to the landfill what route will they use? The debris will be extremely heavy and could cause damage to the roadways. Mr. Burke explained that he had not been briefed on any details of the route.
Mr. Burke explained it would be a benefit to everyone if Mr. Rains would allow them to use the hollow to do the fill and would most likely make his property worth more as well.
Chairman Jones asked if there was anything else to discuss? Mr. Knuckles asked about unpaid parking tickets and business license not acquired. The new ordinance states after a period of time the parking tickets fall back to the Code Enforcement Board.
Mr. Burke explained that most tickets are paid right away. Mr. Knuckles ask if Mr. Burke checked weekly on the past due parking tickets. Mr. Burke explained that if the board wishes him to he will go weekly and make a list for the board.
Mr. Burke explained to the board that he would get with the Police Chief and speak to him about getting a plan in place. Mrs. Patterson explained to the board that she would check with Chief Mullins about the procedure they wish to put in place on the past due fine, and how long before they go into past due status.
Chairman Jones suggested that after 30 days that maybe they could pass it on to the Code Board and we can add the $100 penalty.
Mr. Knuckles asked if the Business License was the same way, after a certain amount of days will the business license expire. He asked if they are not renewed would they be handed over to the Code Enforcement Board.
Mr. Knuckles asked about how many citations are being given out monthly. Mr. Burke responded that he had been giving more verbal warning the past few months and so far everyone has complied.
Chairman Jones responded that he thinks everyone the reputation of the Code Enforcement Board is getting around and more people are trying to keep up the maintenance of their properties.
Mr. Burke explained he was getting out further to the outskirts of the city limits and finding more things that need to be done. He also explained he has to be careful how he approaches issues, but the issues of grass, debris, and rubbish seem to die down in the winter months. Also, home repairs like painting, general outside maintenance cannot be done in the winter months. These issues will pick back up in the summer months.
Discussion continued about certain issues that still needed done around the city limits including how to address the pigeon problem in the city.
Mr. Knuckles asked about the Don Peace building on 3rd Street and Depot Street. Mr. Burke explained he had contacted Public Works to board the building up. It had been secured at one time and someone had broken into the building and broke out the glass and pulled down the boards over the windows.
Mr. Burke has a lien on the property and has cited the owner. He will follow up with Public Works to make sure it is properly secured. He explained that he hoped to foreclose on the 3rd Street property and sell it.
Mr. Knuckles brought the discussion of a home on Madison Street that had garbage and rubbish around that he wanted Frank to check on and cite them for the debris.
Chairman Jones brought up a property on Bishop Street that has burned and has tape around it. Mr. Burke stated that he has talked to the owner and told him it needs to be secured. The neighbor wants to purchase the property but the owner thinks it is worth more than the neighbor is willing to pay.
Mr. Burke will follow up, he has already written the owner and talked to him; he has given him additional of time to work out something.
Chairman Jones asked about the property where the Gambrel Building burned. Mr. Burke stated that at this time there are still plans to build a Computer Center and repair shop.
Chairman Jones asked about the Charlie Neal property. Mr. Burke explained that the agreement was that he could fix it up if he did not wish to demolish it. At this time he has filled in and graded the surrounding area. The Board has a standing order to repair the property.
Chairman Jones asked if we can proceed with the demolition Mrs. Patterson said she would follow up to see if there was a lien against the property and if a demolition order was in effect. The concern of the board was that someone would buy the property and bring in a metal storage building and set up a Tobacco Barn.
Mr. Burke expressed he had not thought of that but it was a possibility someone might wish to do that. He explained he would stop it as the building has to comply with IBC codes for commercial buildings.
Mrs. Patterson brought up the issue of an alternative as outlined in the original by laws. The alternatives have to be appointed by the Mayor. We have two interested parties that would be willing to take the alternative positions. Mr. Burke explained that he will have to talk to the City Attorney about compensation for the alternative as well.
Mrs. Patterson explained that Mr. Knuckle's term expires January 31. If he wishes to remain another term, it needs to be taken before the Board of Commissioners and he will be reappointed for another three year term.
Mr. Burke explained that the one year term of Chairman is up in January and a new Chairman needs to be appointed. Kyle Jones made the motion to appoint Joe White as the new Chairman for the 2008 year term.
Motion: Kyle Jones
2nd: Trent Knuckles
All present voted Yea. None opposed.
Joe White made the motion that Trent Knuckles serve as Vice Chairman for the 2008 year term.
Motion: Joe White
2nd: Kyle Jones
All present voted Yea. None opposed.
Mr. Knuckles made the motion to adjourn.
The next scheduled meeting has been tentatively set for February 4, 2008.
There being no further business or discussion, the meeting was, on motion duly made, seconded, and unanimously carried, ADJOURNED.
As and for the Code ATTEST:
Enforcement Board
Joe White, Chairman Administrative Official / Witness
Date:_________________________ Date:_________________________
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