The Empire Village Council will meet on March 26, 2024, at 7 PM at the Empire Township Hall. The agenda includes public comments, approval of previous minutes, financial statements, updates on the new village office, purchasing a computer for council operations, and discussions on future planning and environmental assessments for new properties.
The Empire Village Council held its regular meeting on March 26, 2024, focusing on the potential purchase of a new Village Office. Renovare presented a slideshow prompting discussions on property appraisal, inspection reports, and an environmental study. The council addressed public concerns regarding financial implications and the need for due diligence in the acquisition process.
The Empire Village Council Work Session on March 14, 2024, focused on several critical issues, including budget adjustments for the Planning Commission and proposed pay raises for village employees. The introduction of an ACH payment option for water utility bills aimed to improve service efficiency. Concerns about decision-making transparency were also raised, promoting calls for inclusivity.
The Empire Village Council held a work session on March 14, 2024, at the Empire Township Hall. Agenda items included public comments, presentations on the WILCO Road Plan and South Bar Lake quality, and department head reports. The council reviewed communications, addressed matters related to the new village office property, and approved several motions.
The Empire Village Council convened on February 28, 2024, discussing important agenda items like financial resolutions and public comments on short-term rentals. Key motions included budget amendments for FY 2023-24 and approval of the FY 2024-25 budget. Public input was emphasized, with significant communications about short-term rentals influencing ongoing considerations and decision-making processes.
The Empire Village Council convened for a Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting on February 28, 2024, at the Empire Township Hall. Key items on the agenda included financial statements, department head reports, and both old and new business. The meeting focused on budget amendments, fiscal year budgets, and the allocation of “ACT 51” funds.
The Empire Township has scheduled a Public Hearing for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget, set for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The meeting will occur at the Empire Township Hall, addressing the proposed budget adoption and property tax millage rate. Public participation through comments is encouraged during the discussion.
The proposed 333% increase in the budget for legal fees raises significant concerns regarding the responsible use of taxpayer funds. Given the previous year’s expenditures, it’s imperative to limit the legal fees budget to the 2023-24 allocation of $3,000 and reconsider granting one Council Member unilateral control over the Village’s legal expenses.
A special meeting of the Empire Village Council was held on February 28, 2024, at the Empire DPW Garage, commencing at 3:00 p.m. The meeting addressed real property matters, leading to a closed session for discussing property acquisition. The council reconvened at 4:52 p.m., passing Resolution No. 7 of 2024 unanimously before adjourning at 4:54 p.m.
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. The primary purpose is to discuss a potential purchase of real property, with the possibility of entering a closed session.
