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am result in additional funds and employees being needed to enforce and maintain the requirements. This is a federally mandated unfunded program. There was some discussion about funding via the stormwater utility and possibly changing the current fee schedule, which will be discussed at a different date. This was the first reading; a public hearing will be required. Debbie Monts proposed updating the town's timekeeping process by implementing a cloud -based scheduling and timekeeping system. Unfortunately, our current Keystone Software does not currently support a cloud -based system. Chief Buckner implemented the use of Pace in April of 2023, so the clerk treasurer's office has looked into the use of Pace for all town employees. The cost for Keystone to build the interface to integrate with Pace is $6,925. This is a one-time charge. The price for Pace is based per employee, and for the town, it would be approximately $19,000 per year based on an employee count of 300, which includes the police department that is already using the program at $4,000 per year. The clerk's office would like to fund the program from the town's general budget ratherthan having each department responsible forthe cost. Clerk -Treasurer Wamsley mentioned that the department heads are excited about updating the payroll process town -wide. Councilman Swinney moved to proceed with the Pace program, and Councilman Witt seconded. The motion carried 4-0. Council President Warthen mentioned that additional appropriations may be needed from the rainy dayfund. Department Head Reports — Chief Dalton presented the run stats from April and announced that one of the firefighters had submitted his notice and would be leavingthe department. The hiring process has begun, and there are 11 applicants. Phil Cornelius provided the Summer Concert dates of May 17, June 7, June 21, and July 12. The community is invited to attend the Parks Department Open House scheduled for May 17 from 4 PM to 6 PM. Community input is crucial in helping create spaces that reflect our community's needs and desires of our diverse community. The Old Town Park renovations are almost complete, and a grand reopening is scheduled for June 13th from 11 AM to 1 PM. Legal — Town Attorney Lee presented a settlementfrom an insurance company regarding sewage backup. The company asks that the town contribute $6,750 towards the total settlement, which is $27,000 split 75/25 between the insurance company and the town. Councilman Swinney motioned to approve the settlement requested. Councilman Witt seconded. The motion carried 4-0. Town Attorney Lee presented an amendment to the Opioid litigation. The consortium has amended