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well as, again stating the redundant payments for the bonds and why those did not initially show up on the original docket. Clerk -Treasurer Dianna Wamsley gave an update on actions that have been taken to ensure docket items are not missed in the future. Including speaking with Keystone the software developers, working as a group to make sure nothing is missed off the docket, and reconciling the docket before it is presented to town council members. Also creating a written document detailing the procedure to create the docket, and will be adding it to the documentation of the internal controls. She is confident that this will clear up any confusion that may have been caused. Councilman Williams mentioned the possibility of updating the Resolution from the year 1988 to fall in line with the current state statute to grant clerk -treasurer authorization for pre- payment of claims. Clerk -Treasurer Diana Wamsley also presented the Annual Financial Report for 2021 to the Town Council. The annual reports for 2020 and 2021 are listed on the town's website for transparency purposes. Legal — Town Attorney Lee stated that the ordinance to create the fund for Mooresville Police ]PEP Grant and the ordinance to create the fund for Mooresville Park IPEP Grant have been sent to the council to review. Town Attorney Lee gave an update on the lighting at Villages of Eastmoore. The town would be responsible for 13 standard lights at $13.12 each per month (an annual payment of $2, 046.72). Council members came to a consensus to move forward with preparing a contract. Banning Engagement Letter Rainbow - Town Attorney Lee requested permission from the council to move forward with this project that would resolve any eminent domain cases, and be able to move forward with the sewer lines. Councilman Stanley made the motion to move forward with the engagement letter. Councilman Swinney seconded. Motion carried 5-0 Chief of Police Disciplinary Action - Councilman Cook made the motion to move forward with letter 3 removing Chief Julian as Chief of police and starting the search for a new chief. After some additional comments, Councilman Williams seconded the motion. Motion carried 5-0. Former Chief Julian addressed the council thanking them for the last 2 years of serving in a leadership role as Chief of Police. He noted successes such as improved morale and a fully staffed department that he was able to achieve. He thanked Clerk -Treasurer Wamsley and her department for their support and guidance. Public Comments — Melinda Griesemer came before the council to introduce herself and announced her candidacy for the new district 57 that is a result of the most recent census and redrawing of the district lines and offered her assistance in any way she could. Kaci Schultz came before the Council to voice her displeasure at the removal of Chief Julian. She stated that she felt like it was personal and not based on performance. Officer McDaniel came before the Council to state that Chief Julian made a difference in the department and did good things for his officers. Rob Samuels came before the council and provided a recap of all the meetings about the canine program. Councilman Stanley made the motion to approve claims for $900,340,29. Councilman Swinney seconded. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Councilman Williams abstaining.