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Councilman Warthen stated he would be interested in going ahead with this agreement to ensure coverage until the county's potential deal can be negotiated. Councilman Williams made the Motion to move forward with the contract once legal counsel edits the agreement. Councilman Stanley seconded. Motion carried 5-0 Chief Julian said he would be sending two contracts to the Town Council for review, one for Johnson Controls Fire Protection for the yearly fire alarm maintenance and testing and a second one for Evapor for the generator maintenance. Chief Julian has been working with Attorney Copeland regarding Ordinance 15-2010 due to an abandoned cars incidents. In seeking clarification Attorney Copeland recommended a possible legal review of the ordinance to clarify some wording. There was a consensus among the Council to send it to review. Chief Julian mentioned the last department canine was medically retired within the prior 15 days. The department is planning an open house to celebrate Si's retirement on August 1, 2021, from 1 PM to 3 PM at the Police Department. A fundraiser will be kicked off to raise funds to purchase a canine in 2022. A canine unit will cost more than $15,000 to $20,000 in addition to a minimum of $10,000 in maintenance funds. Brent Callahan gave an update on the summer concert series. They are also interested in using the same promoter for the 2022 Summer Concert Series and the 4th of July concert. There is also talk of bringing in a more widely known band for a paid show after the regular concert series. Pool attendance has been good, but with school coming up, the last day for the Pool to be open is August 3. Old Settlers is scheduled for August 8, 9 & 10, and he reminded everyone to stop by the Park office to purchase ride tickets. Dave Moore gave an update on the paving and sidewalk work near Roberson Woods. Miller Pipeline contract is pending legal review. Councilman Williams and Dave Moore will be working together to get information from the person who has the torch lighting apparatus. The business moved, and the individual has been less than cooperative with the town. Councilman Williams motioned to give the matter over to Attorney Lee if a satisfactory agreement was not made. Councilman Stanley seconded. Motion Carried 5-0 Councilman Williams mentioned the Gateway landscaping conditions and the possibility of removing dead bushes. Mr. Moore stated he was hesitant to make any dramatic decisions with the landscaping as he is not a landscaper. Councilman Williams motioned to allow Dave Moore and the street department to clean up the Gateway to make it look presentable and safe at his discretion. Councilman Cook seconded. Motion Carried 5-0 Chief Dalton came before the Council to request additional legal assistance in looking at the possible Mooresville and Brown Township fire territory. Councilman Warthen made the point that he believes it's essential to include the Town attorney and financial advisors to analyze this possible merger. Town Attorney Lee estimated 20 to 40 hours to look into this matter. There was a consensus among the Council to move forward with the analysis.