Regular Meeting (RFP Village Attorney Documentation)

The Village Council recommends sending out the final version of the RFP to various law firms. The RFP seeks proposals for village attorney services, expecting a lead Attorney to handle all matters. It outlines the Scope of Services, Estimated Workload, Support Services, and necessary information for proposals. Alternative legal assistance is now a priority.

Regular Meeting (Cash by Fund Reports Feb 2025)

The document presents a comprehensive financial and operational overview of multiple entities and projects. It includes data on various financial transactions and project statuses, represented by alphanumeric codes. Key sections highlight financial data points crucial for assessing fiscal stability, with standardized reporting systems for quick reference and ongoing monitoring of financial and operational metrics.

Regular Meeting (Minutes)

The Empire Village Council convened for its regular meeting on March 25, 2025, at the Township Hall, where all council members were present. The meeting commenced with a roll call and the Pledge of Allegiance. Several items were added to the agenda, including a discussion on hydrants. The council approved the agenda with a unanimous vote.

Regular Meeting (Packet)

This document summarizes the agenda, minutes, and actions taken during the Empire Village Council Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting held on March 25, 2025. Key topics include the adoption of the agenda, public comments, approval of consent agenda items, financial statement review, department head reports, and consideration of old and new business including budget adoption and road closure requests.

Public Hearing and Regular Meeting (Minutes)

The Empire Village Council convened its budget hearing on February 25, 2025, at the Empire Township Hall. Public hearings on water rates and the FY 2025-26 budget received no comments. The council approved health insurance for full-time employees and several resolutions regarding the budget, fee schedule, and committee appointments, addressing public concerns throughout the meeting.

Public Hearing and Regular Meeting (Packet)

The Empire Village Council held its budget hearing on February 25, 2025, focusing on public hearings for water rates and the FY 2025-26 budget. Notable resolutions were adopted, including a budget totaling $1,022,990. New water rates were proposed, emphasizing financial sustainability. The next meeting is scheduled for March 25, 2025, promoting transparency and public engagement.

Work Session (Packet)

The Empire Village Council convened a work session on February 13, 2024, to discuss key agenda items, including the approval of the previous meeting’s minutes, wages for fiscal year 2025-26, and the Capital Improvement Plan. Public comments also addressed the request from the Empire Area Community Center for property use and a fee waiver for Winter Fest.

Work Session (Minutes)

The Empire Village Council held a work session on February 13, 2025, at the Empire Township Hall. Key topics included agenda adjustments, public comments on agenda items, and various council member reports. New business focused on the Empire Winter Fest, where the council approved the use of village property along with waiving permit fees.