City of Laurie, Missouri

Board Meeting Feb 8, 2010

The minutes of the Dec meeting were approved

In unfinished business the Fireworks Ordinance was read discussed and tabled for approval at the March meeting

Under new business Mr. Ed Bryant sought relief from his sewer bill as he had a leak and the city water did not run though the city sewer system. Relief was granted.

The Council bill 2010-03 was read authorizing pay for the mayor and alderman who are elected during this upcoming election. It was approved.

The council bill 2010-04 was read authorizing a water rate increase of 4%. It was enacted.

The council bill 2010-05 was read authorizing a sewer rate increase of 4%. It also was enacted.

The council bill 2010-06 was read authorizing a final plat of Oak Leaf Estates. It was approved.

Pending payments were approved.

Mr. Ed Young City Public Works Director reported that GRL Solutions has offered to trade a plot of ground for a storm siren in return for a fire hydrant at Hemi Lane area which is a win-win situation. The board authorized Mr. Young to proceed.

Mr. Young reported that the GASD Agreement and transfer of easements on Osage Ave. is progressing.

USDA has approved the Sewer rate increase.

A discussion of repairs of a vehicle by Original Equipment Manufacturer and our contract with Laurie Motors was turned over to our attorney to make sure there is no violation of intent on major repairs as pertains to routine maintenance.

A report was given as to status of the T-1 connection to get our internet site functioning and the easement has been ok’ed and is sent to be signed by the property owner at which time AT&T will install.

Chief Calvin reported on the technology Grant records management system that is coming to fruition and we will be going thru Morgan County for communication with installation on our computers and training to take place in March.

There is the possibility of a 75% grant from LLEBG for a new patrol car, the board gave permission to pursue this.

The Security Camera grant to place cameras in the interview room, council/municipal court room, salley port and parking lot has come to fruition with a check for $7,853.78, the city is obligated to pay $872.64.

The 2009 Dodge Charger damaged by an accident with a deer has been estimated to cost a low of $1,159.00 to repair by Clear Creek Collision. It was approved.

The policy and Procedures Manuel relating to in car cameras was presented and tabled for our attorney to make final changes.

City Clerk Mrs. Wood reported the finances for the city at the end of the first month. Some annual payments for insurance and etc have been made which skews the numbers, at first quarter a clearer picture should be obtained.

Your mayor indicated that a close watch is necessary to keep budgets in line.

No other business was discussed meeting adjourned at 7:10

Mayor chuck chorpening