City Council

Page 35 The City of Dyer Board of Mayor and Alderpersons met in regular session, Monday, April 22, 2019, at 7:07 PM. Those present were Mayor Chris Younger, Ray Carroll, Bob Moore, Fred Ivie, Michael Barron, Craig Blackburn, Tom Mikkelsen, and Jennifer Hughey. The City Attorney was present. Motion made by Jennifer Hughey,seconded by Fred Ivie to approve the minutes of the April 8, 2019 regular meeting. Motion carried with all ayes. Mayor's Report Mayor Younger commended the Police Department for their work and reminded the board that it's not Younger's place or the board's place to tell the department how to enforce the law. He reminded those present that complaints about police operations should first be directed to Chief Lindsey and that a formalized complaint process is in place. Mayor Younger reported that Integrated Communications has evaluated and made repairs to the fire radios at Central Control. The committee meeting scheduled to discuss this was canceled since a solution was found and insurance will cover much of the costs of repair and replacement of lightning damaged equipment. Department Reports Captain Knott Bailey reported that the Ford Explorer to be purchased from the Missouri State Highway Patrol should be available in the coming weeks. The City Recorder presented the March Financial Report. He also said that he was awaiting budget requests and worksheets from several departments, as well as assessment information. Budget meetings will be scheduled shortly. Water Superintendent Randy Gregory reported that a butterfly valve at the water plant is leaking past and allowing the filter to drain; this also impacts calibration of the master meter. The valve will cost no more than $1,200.00. Motion made by Tom Mikkelsen, seconded by Craig Blackburn to authorize up to $1,200.00 for the purchase of a butterfly valve. Motion carried with all ayes. Committee Reports Alderman Tom Mikkelsen asked about the light on the flagpole at the park. Mayor Younger said someone would investigate. Unfinished Business Mayor Younger would like to talk about properties that the city owns at the upcoming committee meeting. New Business Motion made by Bob Moore,seconded by Marty Graves to approve PO 8397 to PRI for $5,106.00 for Asphalt Repair (approximately 85.1 sq yd). Motion carried with Moore, Ivie, Graves, Barron, Blackburn, Mikkelsen, and Hughey voting aye; Ray Carroll voted no. Motion made by Craig Blackburn, seconded by Tom Mikkelsen to approve PO 8902 to Integrated for $12,575.00 for Fire Radio Repair. Motion carried with all ayes. Alderman Bob Moore suggested that the police department may need new cell phones and this should be  Page 36 considered In the new budget. Mayor Younger commended Heather Myles and Graceful Connections for the excellent event they hosted for Easter at the David Robinson Recreation Park. Motion made by Ray Carroll, seconded by Craig Blackburn to pay the accounts. Motion carried with all ayes. Motion made by Michael Barron, seconded by Marty Graves to adjourn. Motion carried with all ayes. Chris Youn Nathan Reed, City Recorder