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1902 Department Head Reports — Clerk -Treasurer Dianna Wamsley gave an update on replacing the audio and video equipment in the Government Center meeting room. She has been working with Debbie Monts and Tammy Van Hook to ensure a comprehensive examination of all aspects of the audio and video project. The objectives for the new equipment are to improve transparency and create a positive experience for taxpayers and YouTube viewers. Two companies will be present at the November 21" council meeting to deliver a presentation and provide a quote for the equipment and maintenance agreement. Councilman President Warthen provided an update, stating that the Community Crossing matching grant has been approved. However, approval from the council is required for him to sign the grant. Councilman Williams motioned to allow Council President Warthen the authority to sign for the grant. Councilman Cook seconded. Motion Carried 5-0. Legal - There were none. Public Comments — Rob Samuels expressed his views on the IT proposals, advocating for allocating additional funds to improve IT security for the town. He emphasized the importance of prioritizing the town's security over cost-cutting measures. Additionally, he voiced support forthe non-profit grant option and the employee bonus option. He congratulated Kirk Witt for winning the council position in the election. Approval of Claims - Councilman Swinney made the motion to approve claims for $1,008,459.15. Councilman Brown seconded. Motion carried 5-0. Approval of Payroll Clearing - Councilman Swinney made the motion to approve payroll clearing for $219,626.35. Councilman Brown seconded. Motion carried 5-0. Town Council Comments — Councilman Cook voiced his opinion that IT is the top priority, and that the town has neglected IT and not the current provider. Councilman Williams suggested giving the surviving spouses of two council members who passed away while in office a special recognition for their spouse's service to the community. He also inquired about the donation request for Victorian Christmas and questioned why it's not on the agenda. There was some discussion, and no request has been made to include it on the agenda. The next regular meeting of the Mooresville Town Council will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 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 Brown with a second from Councilman Williams. Motion Carried 5-0. Dianna L. Wamsley, Clerk-TreasAx) I Tom Warthen, Council President