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Morgantown council adopts longevity pay plan and approves routine contracts, appropriations
Summary
At its Aug. 12 meeting, the Morgantown Town Council approved a new longevity pay plan for town employees, authorized a contract signature for water/wastewater reporting software, and adopted several resolutions and appropriations including funds for four long rifles for the police department.
MORGANTOWN — The Morgantown Town Council on Aug. 12 approved a new longevity pay program for town employees and carried a series of routine financial and contract actions.
Courtney Allen moved to start longevity pay this year; the council adopted the plan with a 4–0 vote and one abstention from Penny Anderson. Under the program, full‑time employees receive $300 after completing one full year of continuous employment and an additional $150 for each subsequent year, capped at $3,150. Part‑time employees receive $150 after one year and $75 annually thereafter, capped at $1,575. Longevity pay will be earned on each employee’s anniversary date.
The council also authorized Council President Joe Blevins to sign a contract with Waterly for base subscription software used for water and wastewater reporting. Penny Anderson moved the authorization; all members voted in favor.
During routine business the council adopted several formal actions: Public Comment Ordinance 2024‑3 received its second and final reading and was adopted; Resolution 2024‑15 approved transfers to adjust appropriations; and Resolution 2024‑16 authorized an additional appropriation of $7,776 from the LIT‑Public Safety fund to purchase four long rifles for the Police Department. The council approved continuing the town’s insurance with Mayfield Insurance for a yearly premium of $30,856 and cyber insurance for $3,382.50. The council also approved a $1,000 donation to the Lions Club to promote the Colonel Day festival on Sept. 14, claims totaling $183,020.32, payroll and the June bank reconciliation.
Votes at a glance: the longevity motion passed 4–0 with one abstention (Penny Anderson); all other listed motions were recorded as unanimous approvals.
The council assigned David Johnson to contact Duke Energy about converting outdoor fixtures to LED and to return with a contract option by the next meeting. The council also said it will revisit certain billing and occupancy issues later this month.
The meeting adjourned after public comment and routine reports. Minutes from the Aug. 12 meeting were approved and signed on Sept. 9, 2024.
