81A.060 Public hearings -- Authority of board of aldermen.

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(1)After the preparation of the report required by KRS 81A.050, any city of the first

class proposing annexation shall hold at least two

(2)public hearings on the

proposed annexation prior to the enactment of the first ordinance. Additional

hearings may be held. Notice of such hearings shall be published in accordance

with KRS Chapter 424.

(2)The hearings held pursuant to this section shall provide an opportunity to be heard

to all persons residing or owning property in the area described in the notice of the

public hearing, and to all residents of the city.

(3)At each public hearing, a representative of the city shall make an explanation of the

report required in KRS 81A.050. Such explanation shall be as detailed as necessary

so as to convey an accurate and definitive report.

(4)The board of aldermen shall take into consideration facts presented at the public

hearings and shall have authority to amend the report required by KRS 81A.050 and

to make changes in the plans for serving the area proposed to be annexed. If any

amendment or change is approved by the board, another hearing shall be held to

provide any person residing or owning property in the area to be annexed or any

resident of the city an opportunity to be heard on the amendment or amendments.

Such hearing shall be held not later than thirty

(30)days after the board approves

the amendment. Notice of such hearing shall be published in accordance with KRS

Chapter 424.