Regular Meeting – June 15, 2026

CALL TO ORDER:

The regular meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 1724 hours by Chairman Bill Dorsey.

ATTENDANCE: 

Board Members in attendance were Bill Dorsey, Paul Markgraf, Dave Kramer, Ed Wise and Brian Waite.  Also present were Chief Degenhardt, Sgt. Tignor and Clerk Markus.

SPECIAL BUSINESS:

Karen Goodin from Rankin, Rankin & Company was in attendance to present an overview of the 25-26 Audit.  After her presentation, Mr. Markgraf made a motion to accept the Audit as presented.  Mr. Kramer seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

 MINUTES:

Mr. Kramer made a motion to accept the May minutes.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 FINANCIAL:

The May financial statement was reviewed along with the May reconciliations.  After a review of the bills, Mr. Waite made a motion to pay the bills.  Mr. Markgraf seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 CHIEF’S REPORT:

• Clerk Markus attended the International Institute of Municipal Clerks Conference.
• Tignor attended the Kentucky Safety Summit.
• Jackson received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice from Northern Kentucky University.
• Paolucci did safety presentations for Enriching Kidz Home Alone and Babysitting classes at Thomas More University.
• The department was awarded $10,127 grant from the KY Office of Homeland Security for the replacement of off duty/backup weapons. (Grant prepared by Sgt. Mullins)
• The department was awarded two Point Blank ballistic vests through the KY Attorney General’s Office. (Grant prepared by Sgt. Mullins).

 COUNCIL REPORTS:

Crestview Hills – Mr. Kramer reported that their regular meeting was June 11th.  They had the 2^nd reading of Ordinance 2026-05-01 Occupational License Withholding Adjustment, and the 2^nd reading of Ordinance 2026-05-02 approving the 2026-2027 Budget.  They also passed Order/Resolution 2026-06-01, updating Procurement Policy to align with KRS update and passed Ordinance 2026-06-01, the 1st reading approving OrthoCincy Concept Plan on Centre View Blvd.

Lakeside Park – Mr. Markgraf reported that their regular meeting was June 8^th.  They had the 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 05-202 to adopt the Annual Budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. They also had the 1st reading of Ordinance No. 06-2026 to amend Ordinance No. 5-2012 with corrections and additions to Chapter 40, Section 40.251 titled streets designed with fire lanes, the 1^st reading of Ordinance No. 07-2026 to enact and adopt a supplement to the code of ordinances of the City of Lakeside Park, KY, and passed Resolution No. 03-2026 approving an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Fort Mitchell for Fire Protection as well as Emergency Medical Lifesaving Services.  They also had their audit presentation for fiscal year 25-26.

OLD BUSINESS:

None.

NEW BUSINESS:

1. Budget Amendments

Chief Degenhardt presented the board with line-item reallocations for the 2025-2026 Budget. Mr. Kramer made a motion to make the amendments.  Mr. Markgraf seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

1. RFP for Audit Services

Chief Degenhardt presented the board with the bid for Audit Services. The only bid received was from Chamberlin Owen.  There was discussion. 

Mr. Kramer made a motion to accept Resolution 2026-02 Awarding RFP to Chamberlin Owen for Audit Services.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.  

EXECUTIVE SESSION

At 1748 hours, Mr. Kramer made a motion to go into Executive Session, pursuant to KRS 61.810 (f) to discuss personnel issues.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

At 1812 hours, Mr. Markgraf made a motion to go back into Regular Session.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

GOOD OF THE ORDER:  

Mr. Kramer made a motion to approve the performance evaluations, along with merit raises.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

ADJOURNMENT: 

Mr. Kramer made a motion to adjourn at 1814 hours.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Brad C. Degenhardt

Chief of Police    

Special Meeting – July 02, 2026

CALL TO ORDER:

The special meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 1601 hours by Chairman Bill Dorsey.

ATTENDANCE: 

Board Members in attendance were Paul Markgraf, Bill Dorsey, Brian Waite and Ed Wise.  Also present were Chief Degenhardt, Captain Paolucci and Sergeant Tignor.

NEW BUSINESS:

The board reviewed bids for RFP 2026-59-60 – two Dodge Durango Pursuits.  There was discussion.

Resolution 2026-03

Chief Degenhardt presented Resolution 2026-03 awarding an RFP for the purchase of two Dodge Durango Pursuits from John Jones Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram.  Mr. Markgraf made a motion to accept the Resolution.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

ADJOURNMENT:  Mr. Wise made a motion to adjourn at 1604 hours.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Col. Brad Degenhardt

Chief of Police

Regular Meeting – July 20, 2026

CALL TO ORDER:

The regular meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 1727 hours by Chairman Bill Dorsey.

ATTENDANCE: 

Board Members in attendance were Bill Dorsey, Paul Markgraf, Dave Kramer, Ed Wise and Brian Waite.  Also present were Chief Degenhardt, Captain Paolucci, and Clerk Markus.

MINUTES:

Mr. Markgraf made a motion to accept the June minutes.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

Mr. Wise made a motion to accept the July Special Meeting minutes.  Mr. Kramer seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

FINANCIAL:

The June financial statement was reviewed along with the June reconciliations.  After a review of the bills, Mr. Kramer made a motion to pay the bills.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

CHIEF’S REPORT:

• Henderson attended Primary Police Operations through the NKY Police and Sheriffs Training Center
• Bush attend an FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Association (LEEDA), receiving his LEEDA Trilogy Award.
• Degenhardt attended the FBI National Academy Associates National Retrainer/Conference.
• Holman attended a sharpshooter training course as part of his duties with Kenton County SWAT.
• The department purchased two 2026 Dodge Durango cruisers. The vehicles are being upfitted and will be issued to Ptl. Henderson and Ptl. Bush upon completion of upfitting.

COUNCIL REPORTS:

Crestview Hills – Mr. Kramer reported that their regular meeting was July 9^th.  They had the first reading of Ordinance 2026-07-01 – approving updates to Architectural Review Board, and the first reading of Ordinance 2026-07-02 – approving text amendment to Zoning Ordinance to allow window signs in the Institutional Zone. They also passed Order-Resolution 2026-07-01 – approving amendments to the City Personnel Policies and Procedures.

Lakeside Park – Mr. Markgraf reported that their regular meeting was July 13^th.  They had the 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 06-2026 to amend Ordinance No. 5-2012 with corrections and additions to Chapter 40, Section 40.251 titled streets designed with fire lanes.  They also had the second reading Ordinance No. 07-2026 to enact and adopt a supplement to the code of ordinances of the City of Lakeside Park, KY (American Legal Publishing Corporation 2026 Supplement), and the first reading of Ordinance No. 08-2026 approving KCPC recommendation re: text amendment to our zoning ordinance regarding garages & existing free-standing garages.

OLD BUSINESS: None.

NEW BUSINESS: None.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

At 1739 hours, Mr. Markgraf made a motion to go into Executive Session, pursuant to KRS 61.810 (f) to discuss personnel issues.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

At 1745 hours, Mr. Wise made a motion to go back into Regular Session.  Mr. Markgraf seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

GOOD OF THE ORDER:  

Chief Degenhardt provided suggested updates to the Automated License Place Reader Policy to the board for their review.  He shared a visual reference of Flock statistics and also stated that Flock is working on a transparency page for the agency to share with residents.  There was discussion. 

ADJOURNMENT: 

Mr. Markgraf made a motion to adjourn at 1755 hours.  Mr. Kramer seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

Regular Meeting – May 18, 2026

CALL TO ORDER:

The regular meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 1700 hours by Vice Chairman Paul Markgraf.

ATTENDANCE: 

Board Members in attendance were Paul Markgraf, Dave Kramer, Ed Wise and Brian Waite.  Also present were Chief Degenhardt, Captain Paolucci, and Sgt. Tignor.

MINUTES:

Mr. Waite made a motion to accept the April minutes.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

FINANCIAL:

The April financial statement was reviewed along with the April reconciliations.  After a review of the bills, Mr. Kramer made a motion to pay the bills.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

CHIEF’S REPORT:

• Degenhardt attended Police Executive Command Course (PECC) through Department of Criminal Justice Training.
• Recruit Taijon Span started his employment on Monday, May 11th.
• Tignor completed the Academy of Police Supervision through the Department of Criminal Justice Training

COUNCIL REPORTS:

Crestview Hills – Mr. Kramer reported that their regular meeting was May 14^th.  They had the 1^st reading of Ordinance 2026-05-01 Occupational License Withholding Adjustment, and the 1^st reading of Ordinance 2026-05-02 approving the 2026-2027 Budget.  They also passed Order/Resolution 2026-05-01, authorizing the Submittal of a Flood Control Grant Application, and passed Order/Resolution 2026-05-02 authorizing a LOC with Republic Bank.

Lakeside Park – Mr. Markgraf reported that their regular meeting was May 11th.  He stated they had the 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 04-2026 amending Chapter 52, Article I of the Lakeside Park, KY Code of Ordinances to add littering, and establishing penalties for the violation thereof.  They also had the 1^st reading of Ordinance No. 05-202 to adopt the Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027.  They also passed Municipal Order 04-2026, authorizing an application to the Kenton County Planning Commission to Amend the Current Lakeside Park Zoning Code and Zoning regarding changes to free standing existing garages.

OLD BUSINESS:

Chief Degenhardt distributed the revised Proposed 2026–2027 Budget for its second reading. Discussion followed.

Mr. Waite made a motion to approve the 2026–2027 Budget as presented.  Mr. Wise seconded the motion.  Motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS: None

EXECUTIVE SESSION

At 1732 hours, Mr. Kramer made a motion to go into Executive Session, pursuant to KRS 61.810 (f) to discuss personnel issues.  Mr. Waite seconded.  Motion passed unanimously. 

At 1746 hours, Mr. Kramer made a motion to go back into Regular Session.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

GOOD OF THE ORDER:  

1. Review of Fiscal Management Policy Amendments

Chief Degenhardt presented the board with the updated policy based on the language change suggested at the last meeting.

At 1747 hours, Mr. Kramer made a motion to accept the updated LPCHPD Personnel Policy Chapter 23 – Fiscal Management.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

ADJOURNMENT: 

Mr. Kramer made a motion to adjourn at 1748 hours.  Mr. Wise seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

 Regular Meeting- January 27, 2025

CALL TO ORDER:

The regular meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 1725 hours by Chairman Bill Dorsey.

ATTENDANCE:

Board Members in attendance were: Bill Dorsey, Paul Markgraf, Brian Waite & Dennis Landwehr. Also present were: Chief Degenhardt, Clerk Markus, Sergeant Goodman, Sergeant Jackson, and Sergeant Paolucci.

SPECIAL BUSINESS:

1. Jim Sparrow from Rankin, Rankin & Company was in attendance to present an overview of the 23-24 Audit. After his presentation, Mr. Markgraf made a motion to accept the Audit as presented. Waite seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
2. Change of Chairmanship to Lakeside Park – Mr. Waite made a motion to appoint Mr. Markgraf to Chairman. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Mr. Markgraf abstained. Motion passed unanimously.
3. Appointment of Vice-Chairman – Mr. Waite made a motion to appoint Mr. Dorsey as Vice-Chairman. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Mr. Dorsey abstained. Motion passed unanimously.

MINUTES:

Mr. Markgraf made a motion to accept the December minutes. Mr. Waite seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

FINANCIAL:

The December financial statement was reviewed along with the December reconciliations. After a review of the bills, Mr. Dorsey made a motion to pay the bills. Mr. Landwehr seconded.  Motion passed unanimously.

CHIEF’S REPORT:

• Clerk Melissa Sies has retired after 19 years of We celebrated her career with an event on December l 8^th which was well attended and well received by the retiree.
• Steward resigned his position on December 8^th to become the Director of Campus Safety at Thomas More University.
• Ethan Boyers has begun Phase 1 of his field training and is doing well.
• The duty rifles ordered as part of a grant in 2024 have They are being upfitted and will be placed in service once training has been completed.

COUNCIL REPORTS:

Crestview Hills – Mr. Dorsey reported that the regular meeting was on January 9^th. He stated Mayor Meier presented the 2025 State of the City Address.

Lakeside Park – Mr. Markgraf reported that the regular meeting was on January 13^th. He stated they held committee appointments and discussed sidewalk maintenance.

OLD BUSINESS: None.

NEW BUSINESS:  Chief Degenhardt proposed some Line Item reallocations to the 2024-2025 Budget.  Mr. Dorsey made a motion to make the proposed reallocations to the 2024-2025 Budget. Mr. Waite seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

At 1801 hours, Mr. Landwehr made a motion to go into Executive Session, pursuant to KRS 61.810 (f) to discuss personnel issues. Mr. Dorsey seconded. Motion passed unanimously.  At 1820 hours, Mr. Waite made a motion to go back into Regular Session. Mr. Dorsey seconded. Motion passed unanimously

GOOD OF THE ORDER: NA

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Waite made a motion to adjourn at 1821 hours. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Special Meeting – February 22, 2025

CALL TO ORDER:

The special meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 1400 hours by Chairman Paul Markgraf.

ATTENDANCE:

Board Members in attendance were: Paul Markgraf, Bill Dorsey, Brian Waite, Dennis Landwehr, and Dave Kramer. Also present was Chief Degenhardt.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

At 1401 hours, Mr. Dorsey made a motion to go into Executive Session, pursuant to KRS 61.810(f) to discuss personnel issues. Mr. Waite seconded. Motion passed unanimously.  At 1530 hours, Mr. Dorsey made a motion to go back into Regular Session. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Actions taken:  The board voted to extend a conditional offer to a candidate. Mr. Kramer made a motion to extend the offer. Mr. Dorsey seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Waite made a motion to adjourn at 1537 hours. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Regular Meeting – February 24. 2025

CALL TO ORDER:

The regular meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 1730 hours by Chairman Paul Markgraf.

ATTENDANCE:

Board Members in attendance were: Paul Markgraf, Bill Dorsey, Brian Waite & Dennis Landwehr. Also present was Chief Degenhardt.

MINUTES:

Mr. Dorsey made a motion to accept the January minutes. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

FINANCIAL:

The January financial statement was reviewed along with the January reconciliations. After a review of the bills, Mr. Waite made a motion to pay the bills. Mr. Kramer seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

CHIEF’S REPORT:

• Ptl. Ethan Boyers has completed a majority of his Phase 1 Field He begm1 the online portion of the Basic Training Academy today (2/24/25).
• Jackson attended Resiliency in-service training.
• Mullins attended a DNA investigations training.
• Ptl. Amann attended an online training presented by the KY Office of Medical
• Presented 2024 Annual Report

COUNCIL REPORTS:

Crestview Hills – Mr. Dorsey reported that the regular meeting was 011 February 13th. He stated they had the 2^nd Second Reading 011 Removing Chapter 38 of the Code of Ordinances, “Personnel Policies”.

Lakeside Park- Mr. Markgraf reported that the regular meeting was 011 January 13^th.  He stated they had the 1^st reading of Ordinance 1-2025, amending Section 41 of the Code of Ordinances pertaining to sidewalks.

OLD BUSINESS: None.

NEW BUSINESS: None.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: At 1800 hours, Mr. Kramer made a motion to go into Executive Session, pursuant to KRS 61.810(f) to discuss personnel issues. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Motion passed unanimously.  At 1804 hours, Mr. Dorsey made a motion to go back into Regular Session. Mr. Waite seconded. Motion passed unanimously

GOOD OF THE ORDER:

Based on the results of the competitive process, and upon recommendation of the chief: the board voted to promote Sergeant Paolucci to Captain, effective March 16, 2025. Mr. Dorsey made a motion to approve the promotion. Mr. Kramer seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Kramer made a motion to adjourn at I 805 hours. Mr. Waite seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Regular Meeting – March 17, 2025

CALL TO ORDER:

The regular meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 1730 hours by Chairman Paul Markgraf.

ATTENDANCE:

Board Members in attendance were: Paul Markgraf, Bill Dorsey, Brian Waite, & Dennis Landwehr. Also present was Chief Degenhardt, Clerk Markus, Captain Paolucci, Sergeant Jackson, & Patrolman Armstrong.

MINUTES:

Mr. Dorsey made a motion to accept the February 22nd Special Meeting minutes. Mr. Waite seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Mr. Landwehr made a motion to accept the February 24th Regular Meeting minutes. Mr. Dorsey seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

FINANCIAL:

The February financial statement was reviewed along with the February reconciliations. After a review of the bills, Mr. Dorsey made a motion to pay the bills. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

CHIEF’S REPORT:

• Armstong attended a Horizons in Policing Class
• Amann attended a Digital Photography Class
• Two Recon Interceptor E-Bikes arrived March 17th and will be placed into service

COUNCIL REPORTS:

Crestview Hills – Mr. Dorsey reported that the regular meeting was on March 13^th. He stated they had the reading of Order/Resolution 2025-03-03 -Authorizing a Contract with Elevar for Design Services related to the City Building. They also had the reading of the Annual Police Report.

Lakeside Park – Mr. Markgraf reported that the regular meeting was on March 10th. He stated they had the 2^nd reading of Ordinance 1-2025, amending Section 41 of the Code of Ordinances pertaining to sidewalks. They also had the reading of the Annual Police Report.

OLD BUSINESS: None.

NEW BUSINESS: None.

GOOD OF THE ORDER:

Chairman Markgraf suggested restarting the regular Citizens Academy in the future. He mentioned receiving multiple inquiries about it and noted that it could serve as a valuable public relations opportunity for the department.

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Landwehr made a motion to adjourn at 1740 hours. Mr. Dorsey seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Regular Meeting – April 21, 2025

CALL TO ORDER: The regular meeting of the Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills Police Authority Board was called to order at 17:30 hours by Chairman Paul Markgraf.

ATTENDANCE: Board Members in attendance were: Paul Markgraf, Bill Dorsey, Brian Waite, Dave Kramer & Dennis Landwehr. Also present was: Chief Degenhardt, Clerk Markus, Capt. Paolucci, Sgt. Jackson & Ptl. Armstrong.

MINUTES: Mr. Waite made a motion to accept the March minutes. Mr. Dorsey seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

FINANCIAL: The March financial statement was reviewed along with the March reconciliations. After a review of the bills, Mr. Dorsey made a motion to pay the bills, Mr. Kramer seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

CHIEF’S REPORT:

•  Tignor completed a Remote Pilot SAUS Drone Operator Course.
• Clerk Markus attend the Kentucky Municipal Clerks Association Spring
• The department took delivery of an All Traffic Solutions Variable Message System (VMS) and Radar Trailer. The trailer will be used to assist in driver awareness and compliance initiatives, public notification of traffic or hazard issues, and notifications for special events.

COUNCIL REPORTS:

 Crestview Hills – The regular meeting was held on April 10^th. Mr. Kramer stated they read Order/Resolution 2025-04-01 – Authorizing MOA between City of Lakeside Park and Crestview Hills related to the Dixie Highway Sidewalk Grant Fund Project. There was also a presentation of the 2024 Annual Report from the Edgewood Fire Department.

Lakeside Park-The regular meeting was held April 14th. Mr. Markgraf stated there was a presentation from the Director of the Northern Kentucky Office of Drug Control. There was an executive order issued and adopted by council establishing a code of decorum for meetings.  They also voted against permitting chickens in their city.

OLD BUSINESS:  None.

NEW BUSINESS:

   A.  25-26 Proposed Budget – 1^st reading of the 25-26 Proposed Budget. Chief Degenhardt distributed the Proposed Budget & discussed areas of increase.

   B.  Resolution 2025-01 – Chief Degenhardt presented Resolution 2025-01 which made surplus of eleven Rock River Arms ARI 5 rifles and one Doublestar rifle that are no longer in use. All items will be sold to Vance’s Outdoors, or current LPCHPD officers, or LPCHPA board members (at Vance’s price). Mr. Kramer made the motion to accept the Resolution. Mr. Waite seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

   C.  Resolution 2025-02 – Chief Degenhardt presented Resolution 2025-02 which made surplus of two Trek Alpha ZX mountain bikes and one Sportworks 2-bike bike rack that are no longer in use. All items will be posted online at www.govdeals.com and sold at the highest bid, by May 30, 2025. Mr. Landwehr made the motion to accept the Resolution. Mr. Dorsey seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

GOOD OF THE ORDER:

• There was discussion in regards to splitting the cost of Bush’s SPI training with Kenton County. Mr. Dorsey made a motion to pay half of the cost. Mr. Kramer seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
• Chief Degenhardt requested adding candidate interviews for the promotional process for sergeant to the May agenda. The board agreed.

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Kramer made a motion to adjourn at 18:18 hours. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

Special Meeting – June 10, 2025

CALL TO ORDER: The special meeting was called to order at 17:12 by Chairman Paul Markgraf.

ATTENDANCE: Board Members in attendance were: Paul Markgraf, Bill Dorsey, Brian Waite & Dennis Landwehr. Also present was: Chief Degenhardt.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

At 17:15 hours, Mr. Landwehr made a motion to go into Executive Session, pursuant to KRS 61.810 (f) to discuss personnel issues. Mr. Waite seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

At 17:37 hours, Mr. Dorsey made a motion to go back into Regular Session. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Motion passed unanimously.

ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Dorsey made a motion to adjourn at 17:38 hours. Mr. Landwehr seconded. Motion passed unanimously.