The Haleyville City Council met Monday with George Russell absent.

The council approved the general operation bills and purchase orders for October in the amount of $458,985.38. Four items pertaining to the new sports complex were approved which included a 48-month lease of lawn equipment for $2,198.83/mo with a $1.00 payout. Also, a change order was approved for the equipment building plus the purchase of two 12′ X 24′ pavilions for $5,570.00 and the installation of electrical connections for WIFI service at the complex. WIFI service for the complex will be provided at no charge to the city by Total Solution Guys.

Austin Lewis was hired as a new police officer effective November 28 at a starting pay of $10.25/hour.

The next Haleyville City Council meeting will be Monday, December 5, 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.