Work on the final leg of the Hopkinsville Greenway system, known locally as the Rail Trail, could begin as soon as next year, if the City receives a federal grant. Tuesday night, City Council voted to apply for a six million dollar Transportation Alternative Program grant.
Councilman Chuck Crabtree asked Mayor JR Knight about crossing the bypass.
click to download audioThe original municipal order in front of City Council called for a nearly four million dollar project and a 775,000 match from the city, but Knight says safety is an utmost concern.
click to download audioCouncilman Travis Martin says he agrees.
click to download audioMayor Knight and City Grant Writer, Stacey Cook says the city will have some financial responsibility.
click to download audioCouncilman Steve Keel questioned the cost.
click to download audioCity Financial Officer Melissa Clayton and Cook say the city will know in the fall about the grant.
click to download audioCouncilwoman Amy Craig agreed with the extra cost and reminds everyone it is an application process.
click to download audioIn other business, the City Council approved second readings of the Fire Station 5 bonds, the 2023-2024 General and Capital budget amendments, and the 2024-2025 General and Capital funds.
Meanwhile, CDS Manager Tom Britton presented the Council with information about the zoning of the Shadowwood subdivision, which has previously been unzoned. Council voted to have an ordinance drafted zoning it R-1 at the recommendation of the zoning committee.
