Highlights From Louisville Alderman Meeting

Louisville Alderman heard from the Winston County Librarian, Beth Edwards, as the Library celebrated National Library Week. Edwards indicated that use of the Library had increased significantly over the last year by roughly 1000 per month but that computer usage was actually down due to the condition of several of the computers available to the public. Other highlights from the meeting include:

• The Board approved a form for use and adopted a resolution directing the sale of General Obligation Bonds. The City is considering the issuance of up to $2 million in bonds for street repair. General terms considered in clude a 12 year payback that would fit into the budget without an increase in tax millage. Alderwoman McLeod stated: "We are debt free but our streets are torn up - we need to prepare for the future." Alderman Caperton indicated that his discusssions with the public indicated considerable support for the project. As the project proceeds, sealed bids will be opened on May 15.
• Adopted a resolution authorizing the city to apply for CDBG funds and execute the grant should the funds be made available.
• Held the public hearing on three unclean properties: 103 Beal St, 508 S. Jones St. and 211 Mississippi Avenue and found them not in compliance and gave a final cleanup date of May 15th.
• Delayed further hearing on unclean property at 801 Winston St due to improper notification.
• Tabled further discussion on the City's appointment to a recently vacated Airport Board position because of additional interest in the position.
• Approved attendance at Court Clerk's Seminar for staff.
• Transferred $3896 from the Hazard Mitigation Grant Fund to the Louisville Water System.
• Approved a $5600 repair to the pump on Louisville Fire Department's Engine # 2.
• Approved 2 part time employees at $8/hr for 12 weeks in Parks and Cemetery.
• After discussion in executive session, the Board moved to hire Wanda Hudson for the position of Accts Payable/Payroll Clerk  beginning on April 27 at a rate of $12/hr.
• Accepted a low bid of $36681 for roof repair at the Polo Property.
• Adopted a resolution for the purpose of obtaining and administering certain equipment or financial assistance from Homeland Security for personal equipment for local members of the regional homeland security response team.
• The Board had further discussion on re-districting, legal issues, and reviewed the current sales tax report.

The Board's next meeting is scheduled for May 1st.