Southwest City's Board of Aldermen voted to sell a former police vehicle to the highest, and only, bidder at the council meeting on Tuesday, July 11.
The 2007 Dodge Charger's engine was flooded while passing through running water during heavy rains.
Roger Whitman of Southwest City bid $751 for the vehicle.
The council voted to accept his bid.
Departmental Reports
Public Works Director Jackie Coatney informed the council the leaking water line near Southwest Aviation has been successfully repaired by Junior Drake.
Coatney noted that a sewer line at the Senior Center has collapsed. The water is still flowing but the line needs consistent maintenance. He said approximately 20 feet of line will need to be replaced in the future.
Coatney also reported the Street Department has been clearing downed brush from recent storms and cold-patching problem areas in the roads around town.
Coatney provided the council with two signs for review. They read "Welcome to Southwest City: A Livable Streets Community." The council discussed possible locations for the signs.
Alderwoman Tammie Martin asked Coatney about improving handicap accessibility on Main Street, most notably near The Corner Cafe.
Coatney said the issue could likely be remedied with bags of concrete but he would need to speak with MoDOT first.
City Clerk Missy Zinn informed the council she spoke with a FEMA representative regarding flood damage.
The council voted to table the Visioning Study through Drury University until next year's budget cycle.
Alderman Steve Reece voiced the need for uniform bid sheets. He said there have been issues in the past with different businesses bidding for different scopes, which can cause confusion.
Other Business
In other business, the council held a closed meeting concerning the 2017 budget, with appropriate action taken.
Community on 07/27/2017