The Haleyville City Council met Monday evening with all members present. After approving the operation bills and purchase orders for last month in the amount of$449,697.12, the Council quickly approved the final corporation paperwork for the Haleyville/Winston County Healthcare Authority Board. The Council approved a loan for up to $1,500,000.00 which the Authority can use to purchase the Lakeland Hospital. Next came the approval of a Letter of Intent to purchase the hospital. The exact amount of the purchase will not be disclosed until the sale is final according to City Attorney Jeff Mobley who explained there is a non-disclosure clause in force during the negotiations. Once the sale is finalized, it will be made public. Mayor Sunseri explained this is a very complex project, requiring approvals from State and Federal agencies. With the 60 day extension for the announced shutdown, the prospects look good for transferring ownership and operation of Lakeland Hospital within that time.

The last two items approved was the advertising for Park and Recreation Department Seasonal employees and sports complex concession employees.

The next regular session of the Haleyville City Council will be Monday, February 5.