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Florence approves dispatch training, park equipment purchase and takes legal action in executive session
Summary
The board authorized dispatch training for Joanna Karras, approved purchase of three portable pickleball nets, and in executive session directed the city attorney to send a non‑liability letter regarding the Tabor Claim and accepted a park employee resignation.
The Florence Board of Mayor and Aldermen on July 1 approved training for a dispatcher, a parks equipment purchase, and took two actions in executive session.
Alderman John Banks moved to send Dispatcher Joanna Karras to “Officer Involved Shootings and Critical Incidents” dispatch training July 14–15, 2025 at the Pearl Police Department, with the city to pay the $300 registration and allowed related costs; the board approved the request unanimously.
Park Director Mark Hester recommended purchasing three Onis Pro wheeled pickleball nets; the board approved the low quote from BSN Sports for $6,724.97 over a higher quote from Richardson Athletics ($7,770.75).
The board then voted to enter executive session to discuss a Park Department personnel matter and possible pending litigation. In executive session the board authorized City Attorney Bobby Lingold to draft a letter to C‑Spire and MSI, Inc. stating the city is not liable for the Tabor Claim, and accepted the resignation of park employee Randy Myers effective June 30, 2025. Both executive‑session motions were recorded as carried by unanimous vote. The board returned to open session and adjourned at 7:17 p.m.
These executive‑session directions are recorded as board instructions to legal counsel; the minutes do not include the attorney’s text of the letter or additional litigation details.
