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New Business— The Links @ Heartland Crossing- Owner Ron Overton came before the Council to give an informative presentation on plans for The Links. There is no action for the Council to take as the property is outside of the Town's jurisdiction. The golf course is currently not being utilized well, and options are being entertained to sell the golf course. Department Head Reports - Chief Julian gave an update on the installation of the sirens. The department has been awarded 80/20 [PEP grant for outer vest carriers. The grant will cover $4,756. The department will be responsible for $1,189, which is available in the budget. Christmas for Kids will be December 11, they are currently awaiting a grant from Walmart to assist with the cost of that, but the grant amount is not known yet. Victorian Christmas will be on December 4, and the tree lighting will be on December 3. One of the four new officers will be released from FTO Friday, November 19. The other three will be released in a couple of weeks. He mentioned the railroad crossing arms malfunctioning at State Road 67, and he asked if Legal could provide some guidance on how to gain some assistance as the railroad authority takes an hour and,a half to respond to blocking traffic. Attorney Lee suggested drafting an ordinance for the obstruction of traffic that would result in a fine for blocking traffic, but will first start by reaching out to INDOT. Chief Julian would like to institute a compensation policy for training officers with a trainee. He is requesting compensation of $1 per hour spent with the trainee not to exceed 480 hours. This is something that can be revisited next month. Steve Eltzroth came before the Council to discuss the County commissioner's request to install a fiber-optic connection to the county servers and purchase the CAD to CAD software to enable the county to interact digitally. He would like permission to gather information and draw up an interlocal agreement with the County Commissioners. Chief Dalton gave an update on the new pickup truck that had been purchased. Chief Dalton presented an opportunity to purchase an antique fire truck that was fire truck for the Town of Mooresville in 1939. He is requesting a line item be added for a donation fund to take care of the maintenance and upkeep of the truck. Town Attorney Lee said that it would require an ordinance to do this. Town Attorney Lee requested a date for a disciplinary hearing. After some discussion of the availability of the Council members, it was determined that December 8 at 3:00 PM would be the time to hold the public hearing. Councilman Warthen stated Josh Messner with the Emergency Management Advisor Board is requesting an update for the town's representative. In the past the member has been the fire chief, and Chief Dalton has agreed. Councilman Stanley made the Motion to appoint Chief Dalton to the Emergency Management Advisory Council, with Councilman Swinney seconding. Motion carried 5-0 Legal — There were none.