(A) The Clerk-Treasurer is authorized to pay the following lawful claims prior to Town Council approval:
(1) Property or services purchased or leased from:
(a) The United States government; or
(b) An agency or a political subdivision of the United States government.
(2) License or permit fees;
(3) Insurance premiums;
(4) Utility payments or utility connection charges;
(5) Federal grant programs if:
(a) Advance funding is not prohibited; and
(b) The contracting party provides sufficient security for the amount advanced.
(6) Grants of state funds authorized by statute;
(7) Maintenance or service agreements;
(8) Lease or rental agreements;
(9) Principal and interest payments on bonds;
(10) Payroll;
(11) State, federal, or county taxes;
(12) Expenses that must be paid because of emergency circumstances;
(13) Expenses described in an ordinance.
(B) Certification of claim. Each payment of expenses under this section must be supported by a fully itemized invoice or bill and certification by the Fiscal Officer.
(C) Approval of claim. The town legislative body or the board having jurisdiction over the allowance of the claim shall review and allow the claim at the body’s or board’s next regular or special meeting following the pre-approved payment of the expense.
(Ord. 2020-1, passed 3-16-20)