Summary
The Empire Village Council held a special meeting on March 19, 2026, primarily to interview three candidates for the DPW Superintendent position: Joey Reuter, Matthew Uphouse, and Bob Joyce. Following the interviews, the Council voted unanimously to authorize President Davis to negotiate a wage and job offer with Bob Joyce for the position.
Public Comments
Gerry Schiffman spoke about having previously been in a similar hiring situation and complimented all three applicants. Karen Baja echoed those comments and thanked the Personnel Committee for its efforts on the search. Matt Uphaus commented on Joey Reuter's situation and expressed hope that efforts would be made to let him know he is appreciated. No formal proposals were made by these speakers; their comments were reflective and appreciative in nature.
Other Business
The agenda was adopted as presented on a motion by Bacon, supported by Dye, passing on a unanimous voice vote. Board members Skrocki and Davis thanked the Personnel Committee for their work on the DPW Superintendent search.
Action Items
President Davis is tasked with negotiating a wage and job offer with Bob Joyce for the DPW Superintendent position, following the Council's unanimous roll call vote (Ayes: Bacon, Chase, Davis, Dye, Rademacher, Skrocki, Walton; Nays: None). The motion was made by Walton and supported by Rademacher.