Board of Alderman 11/05/2024

The City of Horn Lake Board of Aldermen held a meeting on November 5, 2024, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. The board approved the consent agenda and various fund allocations, including a total docket of $215,396 covering library, economic development, and utility funds. A significant agenda item included approval of a construction inspection report and an additional $22,500 expenditure from the contingency fund for stabilizing cement work on the new animal shelter project. The board also approved a resolution related to water consumption measurement upgrades, which will implement an advanced AMR system to improve efficiency and customer service. Additionally, the board discussed a subdivision development plan, emphasizing affordable housing concerns and zoning adjustments. No change orders were reported for the animal shelter project, and the contingency fund was increased due to savings elsewhere. The meeting also addressed public safety concerns related to pedestrian traffic and requested a traffic study from the state. Donations to the animal shelter were accepted, and ongoing capital improvement projects were noted as progressing with committed funding. Motions related to these procurement and budget items were passed unanimously or with majority votes.