7/11/2024 - Empire Village | Work Session Minutes

Summary

The Empire Village Council Work Session held on July 11, 2024, addressed various agenda items, with key decisions made regarding the review of past meeting minutes, approval of a proposal concerning the sanitary sewer system, and the initiation of parks committee recommendations. Additionally, appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals were confirmed, and discussions were held regarding personnel matters and office transition plans.

Public Comments

Rod Barnes addressed the council concerning details related to agenda items. Steve Lewis provided comments on the enforcement of village ordinances and suggested an increase in life rings at swimming areas.

Parks and Recreation Matters

The council reviewed recommendations from the Parks Committee for implementation. There was a consensus on bringing these recommendations to a vote at the next regular meeting. Specific discussions addressed recording work on streets, sidewalks, and beach parks on timesheets, as well as the need for additional life rings at swimming docks.

Infrastructure Projects

The council approved a proposal from Wade Trim for a sanitary sewer system economic impact analysis, with a maximum expenditure of $12,000. There were discussions about potential overlaps with services provided by Renovare and extending the analysis to the M22 corridor. Motion passed with a roll call vote, with Bacon and Chase dissenting. Additionally, a motion was passed for Renovare to collaborate with Wade Trim to enhance their deliverables.

Other Business

The council approved the minutes from the previous regular meeting held on June 25, 2024. New appointments were made to the Zoning Board of Appeals, with Cheryl Clark appointed as a regular member.

Action Items

- Confirm parks committee recommendations for vote at the next meeting. - Renovare to reach out to Wade Trim for enhanced collaboration on the sanitary sewer system analysis. - Address the urgent need to fill the DPW Superintendent position as raised by Council member Bacon. - Finalize plans for the village office transition, including furnishings and signage.