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Tuesday, January 19, 2016

RECAP TOWN COUNCIL MEETING – JANUARY 19TH

I personally want to thank Mrs. Dorothy Fitzgerald for providing the input for this recap. I was unable to attend as I was under the weather.

Apparently, it was a normal Town Council meeting with all Councilors in attendance. The following summary of what took place.

Under Good News & Recognition – There is a ribbon cutting ceremony for Blue Ox Malt House on Capital Avenue, January 22, 2016 between 11:00-2:00 PM.

Under Council Orders, Resolutions & Ordinances:

1. Application to Change Voting Locations – The Council approved the change of both voting location to one and that is the new gym by a vote of 7-0.

2. Set Public Hearing – The date for the 2016 CDBG Micro-Enterprise Assistance public hearing is set for Tuesday March 1, 2016 by a vote of 7-0.

3. 2016-2017 Municipal Budget Schedule – The Council approved the schedule provided by a vote of 7-0.

4. 2016 Wellness Grant – The Council approved for the town to submit a Wellness grant in the amount of $1,680.00 by a vote of 7-0.

5. Purchasing Policy Amendment – The Council approved the amendment by a vote of 7-0.

Under Councilor Communication – The Councilors had a discussion on TRIO not being able to do the necessary work and the lack of technical support. The Town Manager and the Finance Director are looking into a new product all MUNIS which cost approximately $24,000.00 startup fee and annual fee of approximately $87,000.00.

Don Fellows announced a Public Workshop to discuss the Zoning Ordinance for January 28, 2016 at 7:00 PM at the Town Office.

I would again like to thank Mrs. Dorothy Fitzgerald for filling in for me.

Larry Fillmore