Special Meeting (Download Meeting Notice)

Empire Village

Event Date: 2024-02-28

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**Executive Summary**

This document serves as a notice for a special meeting of the Empire Village Council. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 3:00 PM, and will be held at the Village Building located at 11518 S. Lacore Road, Empire, MI. The primary purpose of this special meeting is to discuss a potential purchase of real property.

The notice specifically indicates that the meeting may proceed into a closed session. This is in accordance with Michigan Compiled Laws (MCL) sections 15.267 and 15.268, which pertain to the Open Meetings Act and define circumstances under which a closed session may be held. The use of closed sessions is typically reserved for discussions that involve matters such as real estate transactions or legal advice.

Individuals with questions or those requiring assistance to participate effectively in the meeting are encouraged to contact the Village of Empire Office. Contact information is provided in the notice, including a phone number (231-326-5466), a physical address (11518 S. Lacore Rd., PO Box 253, Empire, MI 49630), and an email address ([email protected]). This ensures that all members of the public have an opportunity to engage with the meeting.

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