Public Hearing and Regular Meeting (Minutes)
Event Date: 2024-09-24
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Executive Summary:
This document summarizes the regular meeting of the Empire Village Council held on September 24, 2024. The meeting addressed several key issues including water rate increases, a beach park ordinance, and revisions to the zoning ordinance concerning signs. Public hearings were conducted for the water rate increase and sign ordinance. The council reviewed and approved a variety of motions, including the water rate increase, the beach park ordinance, and the revised sign ordinance. Additionally, the council approved a lot combination request from Cherry Republic.
Key Decisions and Actions:
The council approved Resolution No. 8 of 2024, implementing a water rate increase, which will be reflected in bills starting January 1, 2025. The Beach Park Ordinance No. 150 was also approved. Furthermore, the existing sign ordinance was repealed and replaced with a new ordinance. The council authorized the purchase of a curbside sign for the village office, not exceeding $600. A lot combination request submitted by Cherry Republic was approved.
Agenda and Financial Matters:
The meeting agenda was amended with the addition of the Lot Combination request from Cherry Republic and was approved. The consent agenda, including the 9/12/24 Work Session minutes, bills totaling $43,232.77 and the Trunk or Treat Street Closure was approved. Financial reports were received, indicating that bank balances and the general ledger matched. Revenue & Expenditure reports through August were also received.
Other Discussions and Reports:
The meeting included department head reports, specifically the DPW report, which prompted follow-up questions regarding storm drain and office crawl space cleanouts. A presentation was given by Richard Neihardt of Gabridge & Co. regarding sections of the FY 2023-24 audit. Council members discussed and reported on various matters including street maintenance issues and the availability of the Master Plan information on the village website. The meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. These draft minutes were approved at the October 10, 2024, Council meeting.