Salisbury, North Carolina  July 16, 2024  REGULAR MEETING  PRESENT: Mayor Karen K. Alexander, Presiding; Council Members Harry McLaughlin,  David Post and Anthony Smith; City Manager Jim Greene, Jr.; City Clerk Connie  B. Snyder; and City Attorney J. Graham Corriher.  ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Tamara Sheffield.  Salisbury City Council met in Council Chambers in City Hall located at 217 South Main Street. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Alexander at 6:13 p.m. A moment of silence  was taken.  PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  Mayor Alexander led participants in the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag.  ADOPTIONOF1 THE AGNEDA/CHANGES: TOT THE AGENDA Mayor Alexander noted the following changes to the Agenda: Postpone Item 10 regarding Bell Tower Green, Inc. until a later date.  Thereupon, Councimember McLaughlin made a motion to adopt the Agenda as amended. Mayor Alexander and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post and Smith voted AYE. (4-0)  Salisbury City Council  July 16, 2024  Page 1    RECOGNITION- POLICE OFFICER KENNETH BATTLE-HAY  Police ChiefPatrick Smith recognized Officer Kenneth Battle-Hay for his heroic efforts to rescue a baby. He explained Officer Battle-Hay was the first to arrive on: a call where a four-week old baby was unresponsive. He noted Officer Battle-Hay began performing life-saving measures on the infant, resulting in the baby being resuscitated. He added Officer Battle-Hay comforted the  baby until EMS arrived.  Chief Smith presented Office Battle-Hay with the City of Salisbury Lifesaving Award. Council recognized Officer Battle-Hay for his heroic actions, and thanked him for his service and dedication to protecting the public. Council also recognized Baby Brooks and his family who  were ini the audience.  INTRODUCTION - CEMETERY ADMINISTRATOR LINDSEY STEGALL AND  CAPITAL FACILITES PROJECTI MANAGERJACOB HORNE  Public Works Director Chris Tester introduced Cemetery Administrator Lindsey Stegall and Capital Facilities Project Manager Jacob Horne to Council. He noted Ms. Stegall previously served as a Senior Administrative Specialist for Public Works. He added Mr. Horne previously worked in the construction industry and looks forward to continuing his career with the City.  Council congratulated Ms. Stegall on her recent promotion and welcomed Mr. Horne to  the City.  RECOGNITION- CITY CLERK CONNIE SNYDER  Assistant City Manager Kelly Baker noted Connie Snyder was named City Clerk in November 2022, and has obtained her designation as a Certified Municipal Clerk through the  International Institute of] Municipal Clerks.  Council recognized Ms. Snydler'saccomplishment and thanked her for all she does for the  City.  CONSENT AGENDA (a) Minutes  Approve the Minutes oft the regular and special meetings of June 18, 2024.  Salisbury City Council  July 16, 2024  Page 2    (b) Contract Renewal - Carolina Underground. Inc.  Authorize the City Manager to approve a contract renewal with Central Carolina Underground, Inc. in an amount: not to exceed $750,000 for utility construction crew support for  Salisbury-Rowan Utilities. This item isi included in the FY2024-2025 budget.  (c) Purchase Order - Badger Meter, Inc.  Authorize the City Manager to approve a purchase order for the annual renewal with Badger Meter, Inc. in the amount of $238,140 for Soflware-as-a-Service associated with Salisbury-Rowan Utilities advanced metering infrastructure system. This item is included in the FY2024-2025 budget and is. required to operate and maintain the advanced metering  infrastructure system.  (d) Purchase Order - USALCO.LLC  Authorize the City Manager to approve aj purchase order for USALCO,LLCin: an amount not to exceed $208,800 for the purchase of aluminum chlorohydrate for Salisbury-Rowan  Utilities. This item is included in the FY2024-2025 budget.  (e) Purchase Onder-USALCO.LIC  Authorize the City Manager to approve a purchase order for Shannon Chemical Corporation in an amount not to exceed $87,600 for the purchase of zinc orthophosphate for  Salisbury-Rowan Utilities. This item is included in the FY2024-2025 budget. (f) Contract Changé Order - Charles R. Underwood, Inc.  Authorize the City Manager to approve a change order to the contract with Charles R. Underwood, Inc. ini the amount of $60,379.97: for the Crane Creek Lift Station Screen Installation Project. This item is not included in the Salisbury-Rowan Utilities FY2023-2024 budget, but  sufficient funds have beeni identified to cover the unplanned expense.  (g) Sale of Surplus Equipment  Adopt a Resolution declaring specific equipment as surplus and authorize the sale of RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY WITH POTENTIAL (The above Resolution is recordedi ini full in Resolution Book No. 17 at. Page No. 23, and is known  WM21602, a 2016 Freightliner M2 106 Garbage Truck on GovDeals.com.  VALUE OF $30,000 OR MORE. as. Resolution 2024-17.)  Salisbury City Council  July 16, 2024  Page 3    (h) Kroger Opioid Settlement and Supplemental Agreement asecond Supplemental Agreement for Additional Funds.  Adopt a Resolution authorizing execution oft the Kroger Opioid Settlement and approving  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF. KROGER OPIOID SETTLEMENT AND APPROVING SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDS. (The above Resolution is recorded ini full inl Resolution Book No. 17 at] Page No. 24, and is known  asl Resolution 2024-18.)  ()  Right-of-Way Use Permit - 125 South Main Street  Approvearigh-ofway use permit fort the use oftwo parking spaces adjacent to 125 South Main Street through October 31, 2024 for renovations in accordançe with Section 22-50 oft the  City Code.  Purchase Oder - Processing and Mailing Utility Bills  Authorize the City Manager to approve Purchase Order 250001 int the amount of$110,400 for the processing and mailing of monthly utility bills. This item is included in the FY2024-  2025 budget.  (k) Voluntary Annexation - Grace Church Road  Receive a request for the voluntary annexation of Tax Map 477 Parcel 079, 32.98 acres located on Grace Church Road, and adopt a Resolution instructing the City Clerk to investigate RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO: INVESTIGATE A PETITION RECEIVED UNDER G.S. 160A-31, FOR VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF TAX. MAP 477 PARCEL 079, (The above Resolution is recorded ini full in] Resolution Book No. 17 at Page No. 25, and is known  the sufficiency of the request.  32.98. ACRES LOCATED ON GRACE CHURCH: ROAD.  as Resolution 2024-19.)  Councilmemberh McLaughlin requested items 8c and 8fbej pulled from the Consent Agenda for further discussion. Herefèrenced Item 8c, and he asked what type of data is collected by Badger Meter, Inc. and how the information is protected. He then asked about the money to fund Item 8f. Thereupon, Councilmember Smith made a motion to adopt the Consent Agenda as amended. Mayor Alexander and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post and Smith voted AYE.  (4-0)  Salisbury City Council  July 16, 2024  Page 4    Salisbury-Rowan Utilities (SRU) Interim Director Jason Wilson referenced Item 8c and explained Badger Meter, Inc. is an international company that uses cloud-base storage to meet or exceed industry standards. He pointed out the system transmits water meter readings but does not  have access to customer's financial or personal information.  Mr. Wilson referenced item 8f regarding the Crane Creek Lift Station screen installation and pointed out the expense exceeded the contracted amount. He noted SRUworked with Finance staffto determine available SRU funds that can be transferred to cover the cost. City Manager Jim Greene pointed out SRUis a separate Enterprise Fund that does not impact the General Fund. Thereupon, Councilmember McLaughlin made a motion to adopt item 8c that was pulled from the Consent. Agenda. Mayor Alexander and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post and Smith  voted AYE. (4-0)  Thereupon, Councilmember McLaughlin made a motion to adopt item 8f that was pulled from the Consent Agenda. Mayor Alexander and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post and Smith  voted AYE. (4-0) PUBLIC COMMENT  Mayor Alexander opened the floor to receive public comment.  Ms. Crystal Gale expressed concerns: regarding noise atl Hero's car wash, specifically music City Manager Jim Greene noted staffis working with the car wash, and he pointed out the initial concern ofmusic coming from thel business has been resolved. He added staffhas requested that citizens call the Police Department non-emergency line to report issues. He indicated noise from aj patron's cari is difficult to address. Mayor Alexanderi indicted thel business owner could put  coming from aj patron's car.  up signs asking customers to keep their music at a reasonable level.  Councilmember Smith pointed out it is important to set aj precedence of fairness regarding Ms. Dee Dee Wright referenced a house fire that took place in the West End community, and she thanked Code Enforcement for making sure fire debris was removed from the site. Mr. Michael Kirksey addressed Council regarding trafficonl Horah Street and thei increased property tax rate. He questioned when the items to be funded through the Byrne Criminal Justice  how staffi responds to public comments.  Initiative Grant will be installed in the West End community.  City Manager Jim Greene asked Police Chief Patrick Smith to provide an update on the grants. ChiefSmith explained the grant funding is received inj phases, and he reviewed a timeline for the project. He stated any request that is approved must meet federal guidelines, and he noted  Salisbury City Council  July 16,2024  Page 5    23 organizations received $200,000 in grant funding. Mr. Greene added staff can provide an  update on the Bryne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant at ai future meeting.  There being no one else to address Council, Mayor Alexander closed the public comment  session.  SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM  Assistant City Manager Kelly Baker and Ms. Elaine Holden, Immediate Past Chair ofthe Rowan County Chamber of Commerce provided an update on the Small Business Assistance Program. Ms. Baker noted the Small Business Assistance Program supports the City's Strategic Plan through Economic and Workforce Development. She statedi in April 2024 Council approved program guidelines for a Small Business Assistance Program to be administered by the Rowan County Chamber of Commerce. She added the total budget for the program was $30,000 with a minimum grant of $5,000 and maximum grant of $10,000. She reviewed program eligibility  requirements.  Ms. Baker stated the Chamber of Commerce announced the program on April 25, 2024 at the Minority Business Trade Show and the Chamber of Commerce advertised the grant program. She added the Chamber accepted grant applications through May 31, 2024 and on June 6, 2024a  committee met to review the applications.  Ms. Holden noted 37 applications were reviewed based on established criteria, and she  added the FY2023-2024 small business grant recipients each received a $5,000 grant:  Barrett's Farm Fresh, LLC owner Jeffrey Cox  Brighter Beginnings Childcare Center owner Stephanie Roebuck-Alson Divine Health and Wellness Home Care, LLC owner Tamika Burns Home for Life Design, LLC owner Carolyn Sithong MayWin, LLC dba, West End Mini Mart owner Latavia Godwin Mecca II, LLC owner Sh'Myra Moore  Ms. Holden thanked Council for the grant funding, and she indicated the Chamber is looking forward to next year's] program. Ms. Bakers stated Councilapproved $30,0001 in the current budget for the Small Business Assistance Program. Mayor Alexander requested the Chamber seek  private investors to match the funding.  Ms. Stephanie Roebuck-Alson thanked Council for the grant which she used to help with construction that is taking place at Brighter Beginnings Childcare Center. Ms. Sh'Myra Moore noted she will uset the grant she received toi renovate office spacet that she will rent to small business  owners at a reduced price.  Council thanked Ms. Roebuck-Alson and Ms. Moore for their investment in the City.  Salisbury City Council  July 16,2024  Page 6    518 FOSTER LANE  Code Services] Manager Michael Cotilla: requested Council consider adopting an Ordinance to demolish the structure located at 518 Foster Lane per Chapter 10 of the City's Minimum Housing Ordinance. Heindicated the request is consistent withi the City's Strategic Plan key focus area ofHealthy, Safe and Engaged Neighborhoods. He stated the property is owned by David A. Smith and Frances M. Smith, and he noted the property has a long history of code violations as  well as two trash and debris abatements that date back to 2014.  Officer Cotilla stated the main residential structure is dilapidated and uninhabitable. He indicated the property owner was cited for minimum housing conditions on December 1, 2022. He stated the property owner attended the hearing on January 17, 2023 and signed the intent to repair and to comply with an order to remove trash and debris from the site. He indicated the 90- day compliance period expired on April 17, 2023, and he pointed out in September 2023, the property owner was granted additional time to bring thei residential structure into compliance. He pointed out in September 2023, ai nuisance abatement was performed at a cost of $18,500.  Officer Cotilla stated as of May 2024 there had been no effort to bring the property into compliance and in June Code Services received complaints from neighboring property owners regarding the condition oft the property and the criminal activity taking place on the site. Hei noted since 2018, therel havel been 63 calls for service: ranging from drug related lactivity, overdose deaths, and physical and verbal disturbances. He indicated on. June 26, 2024, Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) agents, Salisbury Police Department and Code Services officers visited the property to assess the current conditions and discuss the criminal activity with the property owner. He added it was explained to Ms. Smith that due to the increased level ofcriminal activity and the nuisance calls for service, she could potentially lose her property. He noted Ms. Smith stated that she no  longer had physical control ofl her property.  Officer Cotilla stated Ms. Smith requested help to remove unwanted individuals from the site. He explained on. June 26, 2024 a trespass agreement was obtained that allowed the Salisbury Police Department toi remove. anyone from the property other than Ms. Smith and a 48-hour verbal notice to vacate the property was communicated to everyone on the site. He added on June 26, 2024 Rowan Helping Ministries helped Ms. Smith secure. housing. Heindicated on June 27,2024 City Attorney Graham Corriher generated a 48-hour notice to vacate that was hand delivered to all remaining individuals. He added on. July 1, 2024 a final notice to vacate was posted throughout  the property along with a no trespassing sign.  Officer Cotilla displayed photographs of the property, and he pointed out the dilapidated conditions including an open septic tank that willl be removed and illegal habitation on the site. He noted there is a tremendous amount oftrash and debris on the site, and he explained the abatement will include the demolition of the structure, the nuisance abatement and removal of all trash and debris. He asked Council to consider adopting an Ordinance to demolish the structure located at  518 Foster Lane per Chapter 10 ofthe City's Minimum Housing Ordinance. work with internal and external partners to resolve the situation.  City Manager Jim Greene thanked Officer Cotilla and Police Chief Patrick Smith for their  Salisbury City Council  July 16,2024  Page 7    Thereupon Councilmember Smith made a motion to adopt an Ordinance to order the demolition of a dwelling unfit for human habitation located at 518 Foster Lane in the City of Salisbury, North Carolina. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield, and Councilmembers ORDINANCE TO ORDER THE DEMOLITION OF A DWELLING UNFIT FOR HUMAN HABITATION LOCATED AT 518 FOSTER LANE IN THE CITY OF SALISBURY, NORTH (The above Ordinance is recorded in full in Ordinance Book No. 32 at Page No. 86-87, and is  McLaughlin, Post and Smith voted. AYE. (5-0)  CAROLINA.  known as Ordinance 2024-44.)  UPDATE - DIVERSITY EQUITY AND INCLUSION! INITIATIVES  Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Director. Anne. Little and Human Relations Specialist Michael Brooks provided an update on. Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives. Ms. Little noted in November of2023 the DEI Strategic Action Plan was presented to Council. She thanked WPR Consulting for its assistance on the DEI Strategic Action Plan which is the framework for an equitable workplace and community. She pointed out DEI is woven into the City's Strategic Plan  goals that were approved by Council earlier this year.  Mr. Brooks reviewed Human Relations Commission (HRC) accomplishments:  Hosted the 2024 Community Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration that included a Celebrated 25 years of Dr. Elizabeth Duncan Koontz Humanitarian Awards Sponsored thel Express, Educate and Connect Community Roundtable on Public Safety Attended State HRC meetings in Fayetteville, Greensboro and Gastonia  parade, resource fair and breakfast  Participated in the United Way Day of Caring  Completed DEI training  Mr. Brooks then reviewed HRC goals for the upcoming year:  Expand programming around the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast Sponsor community dialogues for a cross-section oft the community Help improve access to the right to read for children and adults Improve access and advocacy for mental health resources Participate inj local and statewide meetings and training sessions Continue the work ofcommunity round tables Ms. Little noted staff and operational highlights: Welcomed Michael Brooks to the City Completed the DEI Strategic Action Plan  Completed DEI training sessions for staff, Council and the HRC  Salisbury City Council  July 16,2024  Page 8    Conducted staff Bias Education Workshops for staff - Management Team and Council sessions are scheduled Initial review ofs selected policies and practices is inj progress  Lead team development of Mentoring Program Pilot; launched Employee Shared Supported Police Department Byrne Criminal Justice Grant processes Responded to community group alert and worked with Human Resources to remove  Interest Groups Pilot  barriers from the City's employment application Assisted with selected hiring processes Ms. Little reviewed community activity highlights:  Continued Salisbury Police Department Cultivating Community Conversations Series Facilitated coordination and implementation of the Community Roundtable on Public Participated in the Isenberg, Hanford Dole and Knollwood Elementary School Career Served on the Rowan Chamber Minority Business Trade Show planning committee Completed Racial Equity Rowan Deconstructing Racism Workshop; participated in the Racial Equity Rowan Where Are We Now Forum and the Education Forum Recognized with United Way's Spirit ofl NC Award "Leading through the Diversity,  Safety Days  Supported Juneteenth, Pride, and the Hispanic Heritage Festival  Participated in the Rowan County DEI Collaborative  Equity and Inclusion Lens"  Ms. Little referenced DEI goals for FY2024-2025:  Continue Salisbury Police Department Cultivating Community Conversations with partner focus on Salisbury Pride, older adults and college students LaunchaCultivating Community Conversations Series with Salisbury Fire Department Develop opportunities for staffi input in equity and inclusion programming Work with staff to review community event support practices to ensure equity Complete initial round of practice and policy review; implement needed actions based  Continue staff education and training sessions Provide department specific DEI workshops and support  on findings  Identify areas: for next round of policy and practice reviews Identify opportunities to engage and support DEI across the community  Ms. Little stated DEI staff will present at the New Hanover County Equity and Inclusion Summit and the City will host the fourth quarter meeting oft thel North Carolina Human Relations  Commission's meeting to be held in November.  Salisbury City Council  July 16, 2024  Page 9    There was discussion among Council regarding Cultivating Community Conversations, and Ms. Little explained the conversations are funded by a grant from Duke Energy that is designed to promote diversity between law enforcement and the community. City Manager Jim Green pointed out Cultivating Community Conversations are critically important. He added Council set a Strategic Plan priority to consider ways to develop an engagement plan and to receive input from the community. He thanked Ms. Little and Mr. Brooks for all they do to promote DEI  in the City.  CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT (a) Special Project Funding Agreements  City Attorney Graham Corriher stated funding agreements have been established for special project funds allocated to the Salisbury Community Development Corporation, Rowan Chamber of Commerce, Horizons Unlimited, Rowan Arts Council, Rowan Economic Development Council, and Rufty-Holmes Senior Center. He explained state law requires recusal  when Councilmembers serve on the board of directors for nonprofits.  Thereupon, Councilmember Post made a motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into a funding agreement for the allocation of special project funds for the Salisbury Community Development Corporation. Mayor Alexander and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and Smith  voted AYE. (4-0)  Thereupon, Councilmember Smith made a motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into a funding agreement for the allocation of special project funds for the Rowan Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Alexander and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and Smith voted AYE.  (4-0)  Thereupon, Councilmember Post made a motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into ai funding agreement for the allocation ofs special project funds for Rowan Board of] Education for Horizons Unlimited. Mayor Alexander and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and Smith  voted AYE. (4-0)  Thereupon, Councilmember Smith made a motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into a funding agreement for the allocation of special project funds for Rowan Arts Council. Mayor Alexander and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and Smith voted AYE. (4-0)  Thereupon, Councilmember Smith made a motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into a funding agreement for the allocation of special project funds for the Rowan Economic Development Council. Mayor Alexander and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and Smith  voted AYE. (4-0)  Councilmember Post asked toi recuse. himselff from voting on the funding agreement forthe  Rufty Holmes Senior Center. By consensus, Council agreed.  Salisbury City Council  July 16, 2024  Page 10    Thereupon, Councilmember Smith made a motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into a funding agreement for the allocation of special project funds for the Rufty Holmes Senior Center. Mayor Alexander and Councilmembers McLaughlin and Smith voted AYE. (3-0)  CITY MANAGER'S REPORT  (a) Employee Paid Parental Leave Program  City Manager Jim Greene asked Assistant City Manager Kelly Baker to provide an update on the Employee Paid Parental Leave (PPL) Program. Hei indicated it is ar new benefit for the City that can be approved by the City. Manager, but since iti involves paid leave he wanted to bring the  program before Council to answer any questions.  Ms. Baker thanked Council for its leadership and support of employees. She then thanked Mr. Green for championing the benefit which came as a request from staff. She noted the PPL policy supports Organizational Excellence in the Strategic Plan. She stated staffreviewed policies from other municipalities and worked to determine the best fit for the City. She reviewed the  policy highlights:  Employees would be eligible for up to four weeks ofPPL PPL enables an employee to take paid time away from work to care for and bond with newly born, newly placed, or ai newly adopted child Child is defined as under the age of18 Regular, full-time employees who have worked at the City for at least 12 months and are eligible for the Family Medical Leave Act(FMLA) Ifmore than one parent works for the City, each parent is independently eligible PPL runs concurrently with FMLA and is used on a consecutive basis in full workdays City continues contributions for an employee who ise enrolled in the City's health plan Retirement contributions and retirement service credit will continue to accrue during The draft policy was reviewed by Department Directors who provided feedback and  ors shift increments the PPL period  Annual leave and sick leave will accrue during PPL Potential impact on overtime for some departments  support implementation Policy effective. July 20, 2024  Ms. Baker pointed out thej policy will guarantee new parents four weeks ofp paid leave. She pointed out PPL is a starting point that can be adjusted as additional needs arise. She indicated  PPL will help retain existing employees and recruit new employees.  Councimember Smith stated it is a tremendous start that addresses the overall wellbeing ofemployees. Mayor Alexander noted Council has expressed its desire for creative ways to retain and incentivize employees. Mr. Greene stated he is excited about the implementation oft the PPL.  Salisbury City Council  July 16, ,2024  Page 11    (b) Downtown Streetscape Consultant  City Manager Jim Greene asked Downtown Development Director Sada Troutman to address Council regarding the Downtown Streetscape Project publicinformation: session tol bel held Tuesday, July 23,2024. Ms. Troutman explained the day will include sessions that will bel hosted by the construction design firm working on the project and City staff. She added downtown stakeholders are encouraged to attend based on the block in which their business, residence or  property is located. She noted the informational sessions schedule:  9:30 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. Horah to Bank Streets 10:30 a.m. until 11:15 a.m. Bank to Fisher Streets 11:30 a.m. until 12:15 p.m. Fisher tol Innes Streets 12:15 p.m. until 12:45 p.m. open to the public 12:45 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. Innes to Council Streets 1:45 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. Council tol Liberty Streets 2:45 p.m. until 3:30j p.m.. Liberty to Kerr Streets  Mayor Alexander asked ift the sessions could be recorded. Ms. Troutman stated staff will create a video that will be posted on the City's website. She noted 1,400 mailings were: mailed to  addresses in the project area and to adjacent property owners.  Ms. Troutman reviewed the project timeline, and she noted construction is anticipated to begin in 2025. She explained feedback is due by August 20, 2024 sO it can be implemented into the final plans. She added Council will receive a presentation from the design firm at its August  6, 2024 meeting.  COUNCILCOMMENTS  Councilmember Smith: noted Summer. Litter Sweep will take place Saturday, July 27,2024 from 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue and East  Innes Street.  Councimember McLaughlin noted Parks and Recreation will host a Reels and Riffs concert series on Saturday, July 20, 2024. He added the 27th annual Run/Walk for the Greenway will also take place on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 1625 Park Road. He stated the start time for the  5K is 8:00 a.m. and the Fun Run will begin at 8:45 a.m.  Councilmember Post thanked staff for all it does for the City.  Salisbury City Council  July 16,2 2024  Page 12    MAYOR'S, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMENTS  (a) 2024 Citizen's Academy  Mayor Alexander announced applications are being accepted for the 2024 Salisbury Citizen's.Academy. The academy is a 10-week program that meets each' Thursday from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. beginning September Sth. Participants will meet at various City facilities and receive an inside view of City operations. Applications are available online at alburync.gov/cttizensacademy. All applications must be received by July 19th. For additional  information please contact Kelly Baker at 704-638-5233. (b) National Night Out and Community Resource Fair  Mayor Alexander announced National Night Out and the Back-to-School Community Resource Fair will take place Tuesday, August 6th beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Bell Tower Green Park. Students will receive backpacks with a selection of school supplies. The event will feature music and food. For more information please contact Anne Little at 704-638-5218.  (c) August 6. 2024 City Council Meeting  Mayor. Alexander announced the. August 6th City Council meeting will begin at 3:00 p.m.  to allow Council to participate in National Night Out and the Community Resource Fair.  ADJOURNMENT  Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Councilmember Post. Mayor Alexander and  Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post and Smith voted AYE. (4-0)  The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.  -  Karen  p  K. Alexander, Mayor  Couue Bbupl Connie B. Snyder, City Clerk  Salisbury City Council  July 16, 2024  Page 13