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1867 July 3, 2023 The Mooresville Town Council met in regular session on Monday, July 3, 2023, at 6:30 P.M. at the Mooresville Government Center. Town Council members present were President Tom Warthen, Councilman Greg Swinney, and Councilman Josh Brown. Town Attorney Chou-il Lee was also present. Councilman Williams and Councilman Cook were bath absent. Council President Warthen gave the invocation and called the meeting to order. Councilman Brown motioned to approve the minutes of the June 201h meeting and seconded by Councilman Swinney. Motion Carried 3-0. Unfinished Business - Public Hearing Confirmatory Resoltion16 - 2023 Ascension Group LLC - President Warthen mentioned two SB -1s for Ascension Group LLC. However, there was a scheduling oversight regarding the SB -1 real property improvements valued at $1,000.000. Town Attorney Lee assured that the necessary ordinance and public hearing publication would be provided to Clerk -Treasurer Wamsley to schedule for the upcoming council meeting on July 18th. There were no public comments. Councilman Brown motioned to close the public hearing, which Councilman Swinney seconded. Motion Carried 3-0. CouncilmanSwinney motioned to approve Resolution 16, 2023, for SB -1 real property improvements valued at $1,300.000. Seconded by Council Brown. Motion Carried 3-0. Councilman Warthen asked Brian Culp from Travelers Insurance about any updates on his proposal since the prior meeting. Mr. Culp confirmed that the insurance quote remains the same. Town Attorney Lee stated that both proposals were reviewed, and Mr. Long's observation was accurate. Selective Insurance policy does have guaranteed replacement coverage. In the event of a claim, the blanket coverage of 56 million would cover replacement costs if the damage is greater than the blanket amount. G01AA6tMan SwiAf%ey Mo{iOrW4 to accept +he 4N0�;mm Selective in6.,mo+ioaed was Z"Oby coWncilman 13rowJOrVMI" N Fire Chief Dalton appeared before the council to request supportfor a lateral transfer with a starting salary caccied 3-0• as a firefighter rather than the probationary pay rate. He referred to Exhibit A, which was shared with the council members. Chief Dalton highlighted that the current salary ordinance includes skilled pay rates for wastewater treatment and street department employees, even though those department heads do not require proof of certifications or any documentation of equivalent work experiences to justify the new hire as a skilled worker. Councilman Warthen expressed his opposition to longevity. He mentioned that this incentive was increased for 2023 and was initially intended to motivate current employees to stay committed to their roles within the Town of Mooresville. Councilman Brown motioned to table the lateral transfer position until all council members were present. Councilman Swinney seconded. Motion Carried 3-0. Councilman Swinney made a motion to additional appropriate $250,000 to cover the cost of easements and sidewalks not included in the Community Crossing Grant for the Monroe Street project. The total cost for the easements is estimated at $107,000. Councilman Brown seconded. Motion Carried 3-0. Council President Warthen gave an update on the HVAC proposals. Town Attorney Lee recommended that the committee meet with both contractors. This approach ensures that both contractors can present their proposals and allow for a thorough evaluation before deciding. New Business - The American Legion had applied for a street closure for the Old Settler's parade, using the usual parade route. The application includes all the required signatures from department heads. The parade is scheduled for Sunday, August 6, 2023. Councilman Brown motioned to approve, with a second by Councilman Swinny. Motion Carried 3-0.