The Alexandria City Council met on February 5, 2026, opening with an invocation, the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, and approval of the January 15 meeting minutes. Council approved Municipal Order 2026-01, reappointing Councilmember Patrick Blair to serve a one-year term on the OKI Regional Council of Governments Board of Directors, with discussion highlighting the importance of regional transportation funding advocacy for Alexandria and Campbell County. Council also adopted Resolution 2026-01, authorizing an amended interlocal agreement for Alexandria’s continued participation in the Northern Kentucky SWAT team, with Police Chief Cooper explaining changes to the organization’s name, governance structure, and accreditation status, emphasizing the team’s high level of training and regional cooperation. Departmental reports included an update from the City Clerk regarding upcoming changes to the city website to ensure ADA compliance by 2027. The City Administrator provided several detailed updates, including confirmation that Kroger’s planned store size reduction is part of a nationwide trend and will not negatively impact projected payroll or city revenue, which remains estimated at approximately $6 million annually. He also outlined Alexandria’s successful award of a $240,000 Safe Streets for All planning grant, which will fund traffic safety studies, community engagement, and future infrastructure grant applications. Extensive discussion followed regarding winter weather response, with public works staff and council members detailing challenges from record snowfall, salt shortages due to river conditions, long work hours by crews, and resident concerns about snow being pushed back into streets. Committee reports covered upcoming public works, public safety, personnel, finance, and future planning meetings, with future planning highlighting progress on the city campus project and long-term infrastructure planning. Under new business, the city recognized Jessica Smith Real Estate as the February 2026 Amplify Alexandria Business Spotlight. Mayor and council comments included updates on construction progress at the city campus, recognition of local high school basketball teams, recent ribbon cuttings for new businesses including a learning center, and announcements of upcoming meetings and community events. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn. Disclaimer: This summary was generated using artificial intelligence based on the provided meeting transcript and is intended for informational purposes only.
