Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet

Andy Beshear, Governor

Jim Gray, Secretary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Chuck Wolfe 502-782-4828 [email protected]

Governor Beshear Announces Funding for Access Roads to Industrial Parks in Warren, Barren and Fulton Counties ‘We still are working to grow our Kentucky economy’ during pandemic, Governor says FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 31, 2020) – Gov. Andy Beshear today announced funding for access roads to spur development at industrial parks in Warren, Barren and Fulton counties. “Even as we battle and sacrifice to save lives and control the spread of COVID-19, we still are working to grow our Kentucky economy,” Gov. Beshear said. “The work of growing our economy includes creating a favorable environment for manufacturing. That, in turn, requires more than just acreage. It requires investment in vital infrastructure, which includes access roads,” Gov. Beshear said. “We want our communities to be able to capitalize on development opportunities, but opportunity has to be met by preparation.” Transportation Secretary Jim Gray said the new projects show how good streets and roads are indispensable to economic development. “The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is proud to be part of Team Kentucky and to have a role in preparing the ground for new, job-creating industrial sites,” Secretary Gray said.

In Warren County, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is committing $500,000 from its Industrial Access Road program for a project by the Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce to extend Prosperity Drive in the Kentucky Transpark. The extended roadway will serve a new manufacturing plant being built by CROWN Cork & Seal USA and open 296 additional, rail-served acres for development within the Transpark. Governor Beshear helped to break ground for the Crown plant in February. The plant will make aluminum beverage cans. “We are thankful that Kentucky is committed to investing in our infrastructure as a strategy to grow economic development success, which drives return on investment,” Bowling Green Mayor Bruce Wilkerson said. “The Crown Cork & Seal project alone is bringing $147 million to our economy through the creation of 126 jobs. It’s wonderful that they’re building a 327,000-square-foot facility in the Transpark.” Warren County Judge-Executive Mike Buchanon said connecting the Kentucky Transpark to additional acreage is a key component of the community’s growth strategy. “This property sits on a CSX rail main line and is ready for industrial development. Bowling Green and Warren County are ideally positioned for the transportation of materials and products throughout the United States. Developing this property will position us to continue to attract manufacturing and distribution companies that can benefit from our location,” Judge Buchanon said. In Barren County, KYTC is committing $500,000 from the Industrial Access Road program to assist the Barren County Economic Authority in developing South Cooper Industrial Park along U.S. 68 in Glasgow. The local authority is in the process of acquiring 152 acres for the site. Once the purchase is completed, the funding will be used for construction of turn lanes on U.S. 68 and the access road itself. “On behalf of the Barren County Fiscal Court and residents of Barren County I would like to express our gratitude for the support provided by Governor Beshear and Secretary Gray for the funding of the new access road for the South Cooper Industrial Park,” said Barren County Judge-Executive Micheal Hale. “The development of the new industrial park will bring much-needed job opportunities

for our residents. Receipt of these funds will for sure help us to expedite the development.” “Creating jobs and improving our infrastructure is of utmost importance,” said Glasgow Mayor Harold Armstrong. “South Cooper Industrial Park will bring new business to the area, which is great news for our community. I’m pleased the Transportation Cabinet is providing this grant, and I look forward to the development of the South Cooper Industrial Park.” In Fulton County, KYTC has agreed to provide up to $146,500 to Fulton County Fiscal Court toward design and construction of a boulevard entrance to a new industrial park that is a joint venture of Fulton and Hickman counties. The site, which is in the City of Fulton, is contiguous to rail lines and less than a mile from the Interstate 69 corridor. It will be able to accommodate as many as seven small manufacturers or distribution companies, potentially providing hundreds of jobs. “This park is a joint venture between Fulton and Hickman counties,” said Fulton County Judge-Executive Jim Martin. “We appreciate that Governor Beshear understands the value of our counties working together. Thank you, Governor Beshear and Secretary Gray, for supporting this park and our partnership with funding of this access road. This industrial park represents new economic opportunity for our counties.” Hickman County Judge-Executive Kenny Wilson also expressed sincere appreciation for the funding. “The joint venture of economic development between Fulton and Hickman counties will be jump-started with this funding award. This award is an integral part as we strive to bring new jobs and greater economic opportunity to Fulton and Hickman counties,” Judge Wilson said. City of Fulton Mayor David Prater said the project is significant not just for Fulton and Hickman counties but for the entire Jackson Purchase. “On behalf of the City of Fulton, I would like to thank Governor Beshear and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for their forethought in awarding funds to energize our joint venture Industrial Park. I look forward to the future economic

growth of both Fulton and Hickman Counties due to this award,” Mayor Prater said.

Dues to an increased cost, Waste Corporation of America, who holds the Franchise Agreement for sanitation pick up in the City has elected to exercise it right to raise rates.  This rate increase is the first since the start of this agreement in 2012.  Here are the rates:

New Sanitation Rates Effective November 1, 2020

Carts & Curbside Pick-Up

Special Pick-Up $4.50

Residential Cart $10.31

Residential Cart (additional) $5.00

Commercial Carts (each) $14.69

Dumpsters

Pick Up Frequency 2 Yard 4 Yard 6 Yard 8 Yard

1-x Week $43.83 $62.62 $78.27 $93.93

2-x Week $88.71 $125.24 $156.55 $189.29

3-x Week $130.46 $187.86 $234.82 $281.79

4-x Week $172.20 $250.48 $313.10 $375.72

5-x Week $213.95 $313.10 $391.37 $469.65

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

City of Fulton Closing Certain Park Amenities to the Public

Fulton, KY (March 27, 2020)

All City owned basketball courts, baseball fields and softball fields are now closed for public use effective immediately. Signage and barriers are being placed to reflect these closures.  Observations of more than ten persons in close proximity, while using these areas has been noted.   We must as a community follow the CDC guidelines on social or physical distancing, to combat the fast spread of the Corona Virus (COVID-19).  Therefore, in the interest in public safety these park amenities will be closed until further notice.  All other areas of the Parks and Greenspaces throughout the City remain open.  City Manager Mike Gunn said, “We regret to have to make these closures, but feel it is in the best public interest to do so, for the safety of the public.”  The public should also be aware that playground equipment and other structures in the Parks has not been sanitized, as this would be an impossible logistical task.  Gunn also requested that the public who use the Parks and Greenspaces follow these guidelines when using our parks and green spaces:

• Observe the CDC’s minimum recommended social distancing of 6 feet between persons.
• Follow CDC’s guidance on personal hygiene before and after visiting.
• No more than 10 people gathered in any one single area at a time.

Due to the current pandemic crisis and social distancing guidelines in the United States of
America and Kentucky we the City of Fulton Kentucky will be conducting City Commission
meetings using a video conferencing app called “Zoom” or “Zoom Cloud”. The public is welcome to
view or participate as this is a public meeting although in a different manner than the normal
procedure.

To connect, view and participate during the meeting. Click on or enter the link
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before the stated time.

Another way to connect is to click or enter the link https://join.zoom.us/ at which time you may
enter the meeting ID posted on the agenda.

Somewhere on your Zoom screen you will also see a choice to toggle between “speaker” and “gallery”
view. “Speaker view” shows the active speaker. “Gallery view” tiles all of the meeting
participants.

Participation will require you to install the application on your laptop, tablet or smart- phone
prior to the meeting. It is a no cost application. Make sure to register using your legal name
and not a nickname/alias.

There is also a raise your hand function or a chat function that will be available on the agenda
during the appropriate time.

Please be patient as this is all new to most of us.

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