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07.13.2026 - Mount Washington City Council Meeting
Published: Jul 13, 2026
Mount Washington Police Department Mourns Officer Ed Johnson; June Crime Report Issued
Council members and the Police Chief acknowledged the passing of Officer Ed Johnson, a respected member of the Mount Washington Police Department for five years and a retiree of the Louisville Metro Police Department. His visitation and funeral services were announced. The Chief also presented the police report for June, detailing 19 alarms, 22 arrests, 61 citations, 28 collisions (2 with injuries), 2 DUIs, 6 warrants, 1 felony assault, and 1 burglary. The impact of Officer Johnson on the community, particularly at Bullet East, was highlighted, with numerous social media posts reflecting his positive influence.
Flock Camera System Effectiveness and Privacy Debated at Council Meeting
Catherine Garza presented concerns regarding the Flock surveillance camera system, questioning its effectiveness and constitutional implications. She provided data indicating over 2.5 million vehicle scans in a 30-day period, with a very low percentage of hot list hits (0.000593% for stolen vehicles). Garza questioned if the system was effective, if money could be better spent, and urged the council to prioritize resident opinions over sales representatives. She also inquired about permits for three specific cameras and cited a Department of Justice report suggesting little clear evidence for crime prevention efficacy of license plate readers (LPRs). Chief Kelty affirmed that Flock cameras have been used to solve crimes, including a Golden Alert and recovering stolen vehicles, and defended the system's utility in solving crimes rather than deterring them. He also highlighted the significant cost of hiring additional police officers compared to the Flock system. The Flock representative, Kerry McCormack, explained the system's functionality, data ownership (by the city), 30-day data deletion policy, cybersecurity measures, and legal precedent upholding LPRs against Fourth Amendment challenges. He emphasized the system's role in precision policing and noted that 86 cities have canceled contracts while 925 have renewed or signed up. Discussions also touched on potential misuse, legal challenges, and specific cases of alleged violations.
Councilman Proposes Data Center Moratorium Amidst Future Development Concerns
Councilman Abel proposed a 24-month moratorium on data centers in Mount Washington, citing concerns about the city's readiness and suitability for such facilities. He noted that while there is space, data centers are 'scary' and that proper guidelines and regulations need to be established. He suggested bringing this proposal for council discussion at an upcoming meeting.
Mount Washington Grapples with Trash Service Transition, Addresses Resident Concerns
The council addressed resident frustration regarding the transition of trash and recycling services from Republic Services to Rumpke. The Mayor apologized for the service disruptions, including issues with can pickup and delivery. The council confirmed that while Rumpke is picking up Republic's recycling bins, they will not pick up Republic's trash cans. The city's Public Works department is prepared to pick up any remaining Republic trash cans if residents notify City Hall, though this is a last resort due to Public Works being overworked. Residents were advised to place trash in Rumpke cans if available. The issue of payment to Republic Services was discussed, with a decision pending on whether to withhold payment due to contract non-compliance. The difficulty in finding employees and increasing automation in services were cited as industry-wide challenges. The council also confirmed that repaving on Oak Brook was largely completed, with a few minor spots to be addressed.
Mount Washington Council Considers Rezoning Applications; Discrepancies Noted
The council reviewed two ordinances related to rezoning applications. The first, Ordinance 2026Z-28, proposed rezoning 0.7669 acres on Belsmill Road from B1 to R1, with a favorable recommendation from the Bullitt County Planning and Zoning Commission. The property owner, Gary and Jacqueline Clark, were delayed due to traffic. The second ordinance, 2026Z-29, involved rezoning 3.2029 acres on Eastbrook Point Court from B2 to B1, with a favorable recommendation from the Bullitt County Planning and Zoning Commission. The applicant, Blue Sky Investment Properties LLC, represented by Mark Edison, proposed using the property for a storage warehouse, with a controlled climate warehouse in the front and larger storage for RVs and boats in the back, with no outside storage. During the discussion for the first ordinance, the applicant, Mr. Clark, clarified his intention was to build a residential garage with the hope of later operating a home business, pending future zoning changes, and that the property was currently zoned B2, not B1 as initially stated in the ordinance presentation. The discussion revealed a discrepancy in the current zoning (B2) versus the proposed zoning change (R1) and the planning commission's recommendation (B1 to R1). The applicant expressed that rezoning to R1 would allow for the residential garage, and he was anticipating future changes in R1 zoning to permit home businesses, as current commercial zoning (B2 or B1) would incur significant additional costs for his intended use.
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