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MW Resolution 14-2022 One-time funding K-9 program. Clerk -Treasurer Dianna Wamsley stated the ordinance that was originally created for the additional appropriation out of Rainy -Day for tonight's public hearing also created a separate K9 fund for the purpose of one-time funding of $25,000. After speaking to the Town's financial advisor from Baker Tilly, she did not recommend creating a new fund for a one-time expenditure. Council members agreed to schedule a public hearing on July 5, 2022 to transfer $25.000 in the Rainy -Day Fund to the General Fund and then appropriated those monies to a new line item under the police budget for the K9 program. Councilman Williams motioned to move forward with $25.000 from the rainy -day fund and create a new line item in the budget. Councilman Cook seconded. Motion carried 5-0. 1 & 3 Main Street—Town Attorney Lee stated that the time limit has expired. Street Superintendent Dave Moore said he had demolition specifications ready for bids. Councilman Swinney motioned for Dave Moore to move forward on the request for quotes. Councilman Williams seconded. Motion carried 5-0 New Business— Old Settlers Street Closure Permit- The American Legion requested a permit for August 7, 2022 beginning at 1:00 PM this year. The route will be returning to the original route. Councilman Stanley motioned to approve the permit. Councilman Swinney seconded. Motion carried 5-0 The current COVID policy was passed to ensure employee safety. Council President asked if it was time to revisit the policy. The council agreed that it was time to review the policy. Councilman Warthen will draft a guideline for discussion at the next council meeting. Ordinance 6-2022 16316 Ferguson Road annexation was presented for voluntary annexation, owned by Debby Vanoy. There is a 20 -day advertisement needed so this item will be presented at the second meeting in July. Department Head Reports— Dave Moore stated he met with Morgan County about the Carlisle Street bridge, and the cost estimates came back very high, and the county is not willing to pay for all the repairs. Mark Butler mentioned a county bridge tax could cover a portion of the expense. Mark Butler presented several ideas on funding, including postponing the repairs, a community crossing matching grant, and partnering with the county. Since part of the bridge has failed, it is likely needed to close it until it can be repaired. Town attorney Lee stated that the county is responsible for the repair and maintenance of the bridge; however, their ability to repair the bridge may not line up with the Town's needs regarding timelines. Because there is a failure, the council can try to find the funding to repair the bridge now and request reimbursement from the County. There is a question as to whether or not this is a bridge vs. a culvert because of the short length of the span. There was some discussion about the state definition of the bridge that Town Attorney Lee will be looking into. Dave Moore mentioned in the process of getting the building painted, a small problem was noticed with the storm windows. There are some broken windows that need to be removed to paint the building. The quote is for $23,500 to remove the windows, replace broken glass and reinstall the windows. This does not include any additional repairs to the wood that may be needed. Councilman Cook stated that this had to be done. Councilman Williams asked Dave Moore to monitor the job, which he assured the council that he would. Councilman Stanley motioned to move forward with the window work and fund it from CCD. Councilman Swinney seconded. Motion Carried 5-0 Dave Moore mentioned that it is time to apply for the 2023 Community Crossings Grant. At the intersection of Monroe and Carlisle, Banning Engineering has developed a plan that may be eligible for the Community Crossings grant. They propose narrowing the lanes and installing a pedestrian island, pedestrian flashing signals, and new sidewalks. The project as proposed is $1.34M, with the Mooresville Redevelopment Commission agreeing to pay for professional services contingent upon the council's approval. The town would be responsible for matching 25 %. There would be an additional cost to be discussed if a right of way acquisition is warranted. The timeline is crucial, and the grant application is