Council approves routine contracts, pay applications and accounts payable

At its Oct. 7 meeting the Algonac City Council approved a package of routine items and individual contract payments.

Consent agenda: Council approved the consent agenda by voice vote (no discussion).

Notable items approved individually included: - Neptune 360 meter‑reading software renewal (one‑year term Sept. 1, 2025–Aug. 31, 2026) to read 1,870 meters; the motion included a contract amount read in the meeting (transcript: '3663 38'). Roll call recorded unanimous approval. - Water filtration plant drinking water laboratory re‑certification through the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy for a three‑year term (March 1, 2026–March 1, 2029); an invoice amount appeared in the packet (transcript: '3,443.38') and the council approved the payment. - Riverfront Park 20x30 flagpole repair awarded to Rocket Enterprises for $1,212.50, with direction for the city manager to sign the contract; council discussed using a trust fund established by a former resident (Milford Jackson) for flag maintenance. - Pool project pay application No. 9 to Robert Clansancy Construction for a payment read aloud in the meeting (transcript: '$44,683.94'); council noted project grant funding sources (DNR Trust Fund, MEDC, and a state senator allocation). - Payment of $34,985.92 to Park and Pool for pool deck furniture; Lions Club donated $15,000 toward the purchase. - Purchase of two replacement sanitary lift‑station float switches from Jet Pump and Valve for $3,143.84; DPW recommended these as replacements.

Council also approved accounts payable and payroll as presented. Roll calls recorded affirmative votes on these items.