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1744 Electrical Quotes for Tornado Siren 499 S Park Dr - Interim Chief Brock Chipman presented two quotes for the electri .al,hook u f the tornado siren near the wastewater treatment plant. Barth Electric fo, eriWWites�ectr �ic a� $3,285.98. Councilman Cook motioned to accept the bid from White's Electrical for $3,285.98, second by Councilman Stanley. Motion carried 5-0 New Business— Sun Polymers CF -1- Councilman Stanley made the motion to find Sun Polymers in substantial compliance according to Resolution 15-2018, second by Councilman Swinney. Motion carried 5- 0 Code of Ordinances Codification Proposal - Clerk -Treasurer Wamsley requested Joe McDonough with American Legal Publishing to submit a proposal to organize Ordinances into a Unified Code of Ordinances. He talked about an update service that ensures ordinances are always in compliance with State and Federal laws as it changes. The next update will include all ordinances enacted since the code was adopted. The project's initial cost is $8,995, with an option to spread over two fiscal years. The online service is $595 for the first year and $495 in future years for the online version. The annual update service is charged on a per -page basis. The typical update fee would likely be around $1,000 to $1,200 a year, depending on how many ordinances are passed during the year. The Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) would not be reviewed but would be referenced in the codification. Councilman Williams voiced his support for this project. Town Attorney Lee suggested the Council review the proposal and look at what options are available, and what would be beneficial to the town. Councilman Stanley made a motion to table this item for further review, second by Councilman Williams. Motion carried 5-0 Quote for Tornado Siren System Service — Interim Chief Chipman stated some services and updates must be made to all Tornado sirens. He presented the quote for the service contract. Town Attorney noted an incorrect party listed in the agreement but stated the contract can be approved. Councilman Cook made a motion to accept the contract for $1,177 for the updates with the contract language change suggested by Attorney Lee, second by Councilman Swinney. Motion carried 5-0 Discussion on Siren System Annual Inspection- Interim Chief Brock Chipman presented a proposal for the annual inspections. There was a consensus of the council to move forward. Discussion on part-time dispatch salary. The interim Chief Chipman made the council aware of a $ 3.00 -hour difference in pay from the county part-time dispatcher's rate to the town's part- time dispatcher's pay rate, making it quite challenging to find additional part-time dispatchers. He is currently researching possibilities to match the county rate and ensure that it stays within the current budget. Department Head Reports - Interim Chief Chipman gave the run stats for March. The department worked with the County and the School officers to organize a Code Red drill. This drill will prepare officers on different levels to ensure the safety of the students and staff. Dave Moore stated street sweeping will start within the next few weeks. The community crossings project has begun on Arlington Street. Approximately 4700 feet of sewer lines that would benefit from being lined were identified, in addition to 20 manholes. Councilman Williams made a motion to allow Dave Moore to obtain bids for the lining project, second by Councilman Cook. Motion carried 5-0. Superintendent David Moore presented a quote on the cost to repaint the government center for approximately $22,867 without painting the gutters or $23,842 if the gutters are painted. Indiana Painting Company was the only respondent for quotes for the painting. Any minor repairs that may be found during the painting process should be able to be handled in-house. There was some discussion as to whether or not to paint the gutters, and it was stated that the gutters should probably be repainted.