§ 9-1. Purchasing policy.

(a)

The municipality's business shall be conducted in full compliance with all laws and with sufficient legal protection of its interests.

(b)

All purchases will be documented by use of purchase order. It is acceptable to place a blanket purchase order with frequently used vendors for items not in excess of twenty-five dollars ($25.00). Purchase orders will be approved by the department head. All purchase orders in excess of five hundred dollars ($500.00) will be approved by the mayor.

(c)

Consideration should always be given to local suppliers capable of furnishing our requirements on a competitive basis. Reliance should be placed on reputable firms of known integrity.

(d)

Employees shall not have personal economic interest that conflict with the interest of the municipality.

(Mo. of 4-26-83)