Council ratifies finance committee claims totaling $609,507.76

The Riverton City Council approved the finance committee's recommendations to pay claims and payroll liabilities at its Aug. 19 meeting. The finance committee met at 6:45 p.m. and recommended payment of claims and liabilities to the council for final approval. Deputy City Treasurer Reva Godden and staff presented the breakdown: vendor claims of $353,782.69, an Elan credit card charge of $2,704.95, and payroll and liabilities for the 08/08/2025 payroll period totaling $253,020.12, producing a total of $609,507.76. The council moved, seconded and approved the consent agenda that included the finance committee recommendations. During discussion Councilwoman Carrie Johnson asked staff to explore more cost-effective vendors for uniforms and work boots; Director Bridal Toman said staff would start with local vendors so employees could try on boots before ordering online. The motion passed by voice vote.