Porter, Town of

The meeting included an Executive Session authorized to discuss employee evaluations, during which job duties and potential improvements were discussed with employees. Following the executive session, the board discussed work orders, noting that the supervisor would manage them, and a recently purchased time clock that required potential replacement due to malfunction. The board approved the purchase of two chainsaws and extra chains, not to exceed $1,800.00. Discussions also covered the requirement for employees to document reasons for overtime hours and confirmation that additional compensation terms were understood. Furthermore, the mayor reported that a broken snowplow had been repaired and emphasized the need to store the tractor inside before future snowstorms.

The meeting commenced with the administering of oaths of office to the newly appointed Code Enforcement Officer, Kevin Walker. Key discussions included approving a building permit for Jackie Todd to install a fence around storage buildings at 805 East Highway 51B. The committee discussed creating a phased clean-up plan for properties within the town limits and potentially hosting another community clean-up day, deciding to move this item to a special meeting for further action. Furthermore, the committee approved the purchase of a badge and cap for the Code Enforcement Officer. In new business, the Chairman reported on an inquiry from a builder intending to construct 25 new full homes within town limits, with the first permit application expected soon.

The key discussions focused on developing plans for municipal upkeep. The committee took action to create a plan for yard cleanups, involving Chairman Steve Dickey and Code Enforcement Officer Kevin Walker in drafting the plan to notify property owners monthly regarding necessary cleanups. Regarding the town clean up, discussions included ongoing alley cleaning efforts, the need to replace missing stop signs and street name signs, and the receipt of flashing light stop signs awaiting installation with Highway Department assistance. Additionally, the town plans to assist residents within town limits with displaying address numbers on their property.

The meeting addressed the election of officers, including the Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer, although no action was taken on these items. A key decision was the appointment of members to the Fairgrounds Committee, including Jackie Todd, Melanie Capps, Becky Dillingham, Matt Smith, Kaci Todd, Chrissy Parker, and Joey Hatfield. Additionally, the Authority approved the purchase of ten tables and eight chairs for each table for use in the red barn building at a cost of $3,748.64. No new business was discussed.

The regular meeting addressed several agenda items. The consent agenda, including the approval of purchase orders and payroll purchase orders, was approved. Discussion focused on discontinuing the need for storage tubs, and authorizing the hiring of a professional tree service for one day to top trees near electric wires. Approval was granted to move a storage building from Greenwood Cemetery to the Porter Fairgrounds for storage use. A motion carried instructing the Town Clerk to collaborate with the Town Attorney to determine who should draft new ordinances. Department reports indicated the Fire Department responded to 45 calls in December. The Mayor reported on efforts to attract home builders, plans to revamp the city park by replacing a tennis court with a pickleball court and adding a splash pad, and noted that a grant was secured to pave roads in Porter Acres.