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Assistant Chief Russell agreed with adjusting the probationary rate and advocated forth elateral firefighter position. He mentioned that the concept of different pay rate for skilled and unskilled employees already exist in the salary ordinance for other departments. There were discussions on how these changes could affect the budgeting process. Councilman Williams motioned to table the lateral transfer proposal, Councilman Swinney seconded, and the Motion Carried 4-0. Councilman Brown motioned to amend the salary ordinance for probationary firefighters. Councilman Swinney seconded. Motion carried 4-0. He gave an update on the surplus vehicle auction, which has currently met the $8,000 reserve. Dave Moore gave an update on the land acquisition of the community crossing project, which is nearly complete. He voiced his appreciation for the assistance with the banners and gave an update on a repair to one of the air handlers. Chief Buckner gave an update on the new vehicles that will be coming into commission. Two applicants are going through the PERF process and have yet to be through the academy. He gave an update on the Car Show fundraiser; however, the final numbers still need to arrive, and he praised Regina's work on the car show. Chief Buckner gave an update on the K-9 program a third dog has been donated from the sheriff's department that is a narcotics dog, but it could be towards the end of the year before it would join the force. He praised the dog in service and the second dog will start its narcotics training soon. He gave an update on the FLOCK cameras and the access is live. Phil Cornelius thanked the council for the consideration and approval of the new mowers. He gave an update on the installation of the disc golf course it is still currently being mapped out. Old Settler's dates are August 3-6`h, parade is scheduled for Sunday. Calvin Boultree gave a favorable update on the wastewater treatment system. Legal — There were none. Public Comments — Dave Snyder shared his concerns about implementing an event coordinator. He would like to address more pressing issues, such as the stray animals, a code enforcement officer, the addition of an HR person, or the implementation of a town manager, before adding an event coordinator. Councilman Swinney made the motion to approve payroll clearing in the amount of $232,998.32. Councilman Brown seconded. Motion Carried 4-0. Councilman Swinney made the motion to approve claims in the amount of $794,431.46. Councilman Brown seconded. Motion Carried 4-0. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Mooresville Town Council will be held on Monday, July 3, 2023 at 6:30 P. M. at the Mooresville Government Center. There being no further business to come before the council at this time a motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Swinney with a second from Councilman Brown. Motion Carried 4-0.