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Loudon City Council approves budget changes, personnel rules, procurement coop membership and several appointments
Summary
At its monthly meeting the council approved FY2024–25 budget amendments, adopted personnel‑rule changes on second reading, authorized two vehicle purchases, approved participation in OMNIA Partners, advanced anti‑noise and historic‑zoning ordinances on first reading, and confirmed multiple advisory‑board appointments.
Loudon City Council cleared a slate of routine and policy matters at its monthly meeting, including budget amendments, personnel rule changes, procurement flexibility and several appointments.
Budget and personnel. Council approved amendments to the FY2024–25 budget after staff identified items in the ordinance; the council recorded a roll‑call approval. On second reading, the council adopted amendments to personnel rules clarifying a police officer 14‑day duty cycle and related overtime language; roll‑call votes were recorded as 'Aye.'
Procurement and purchases. Council authorized the city's participation in the OMNIA Partners Purchasing Cooperative to broaden procurement options under state master agreements. Council also approved the purchase of two 2025 Ford Fiesta Utility all‑wheel‑drive vehicles (budgeted in FY2024–25 at $44,601 each).
Ordinances on first reading. Council approved on first reading an updated anti‑noise regulation replacing subsection 11‑502, with the council agreeing to field‑test the ordinance and return with amendments as needed; the roll call showed one 'No' vote from Council member Newman. Council also approved on first reading a rewrite of the historic zoning commission section (new section 14‑108), which staff said will assist the city's CLG (Certified Local Government) application.
Appointments and other business. Council confirmed appointments including Rick Moore to the Civil Service Board and three Recreation Advisory Committee members (Leanne Chiahas, Matt Gentry and Bill Davis) to fill unexpired or vacant terms. Staff reported the low fuel quote from Rogers Petroleum (~$19,950 projected) and announced a public input event for the Transportation Planning Organization master‑planning study on September 3 (in person 4–7 p.m. and online interactive map/QR code).
Quotes and clarifications. Mayor Jeff Harris asked staff to publicize budget and program changes in local media. Melissa Huskin (staff) identified items in the budget ordinance and the council requested clear communications on the safe‑haven baby box reimbursement.
What happens next. Approved first‑reading ordinances will return for subsequent readings and potential amendment; staff will carry budget, procurement and appointment follow‑up items as directed for implementation and public notification.
