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Morgantown council advances community center purchase, park grant planning and public-works equipment purchases
Summary
Council reported a planned meeting with Curry & Associates on remodeling the town’s new community center, approved purchasing a $5,300.19 locator for DPW split between ARP and wastewater funds, granted DPW training time, and discussed a DNR grant application for park improvements; the council also approved routine minutes, claims and payroll and removed former council president Penny Anderson from the town checking account.
Morgantown councilors on July 8 discussed municipal facility plans, park funding, and public-works needs and approved several administrative items.
Council President Joe Blevins said he had a meeting scheduled with an architect from Curry & Associates to discuss remodeling the Morgantown Community Center the town plans to purchase. Town Attorney Lee Robbins advised the council the town needs an estimate of cost, a floor plan and a building inspection before proceeding.
Jewel Belvins told the council park rules need revision; the town will apply for a Department of Natural Resources (DNR) grant that could fund a walking path and pay Curry & Associates for work on the park’s elevation. The council recorded the intent to pursue the DNR grant and to consider park-rule changes.
DPW employee Kyle Rooks asked to take an online class on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the town garage to prepare for the certified wastewater exam; the council granted the request. Council also approved buying a new locator for the DPW at a cost of $5,300.19; the purchase will be split between ARP funds and the wastewater fund.
On routine administrative items, David Johnson moved to remove former Council President Penny Anderson from the town’s checking account; Penny Anderson seconded and the motion passed unanimously. The council approved minutes dated June 10, 2024, claims dated July 8, 2024 totaling $201,815.37, June payroll, and the May 2024 bank reconciliation. Town Marshal Ryan Swank reported nothing to add.
The meeting record shows no public comment and the council adjourned; the minutes were later approved and signed on Aug. 12, 2024.
