Summary
The Empire Village Council held a regular meeting on March 24, 2026, where they made several key decisions regarding public spending, employee matters, and zoning enforcement. Notably, new business concerning the New Neighborhood Escrow Agreement led to the formation of a Special Committee, and there was a detailed discussion regarding the employment application of a new staff member. Infrastructure concerns were addressed with the approval of a resolution regarding streetlight removal.Public Comments
Linda Young and Cheryl Clark raised concerns regarding the New Neighborhood Escrow Agreement during the public comment period of the meeting. However, no specific responses from council members were documented.Infrastructure Projects
The council approved a resolution to remove a streetlight on Aylsworth Street, with a payment of $1,565 to Consumers. This motion passed unanimously after discussions surrounding the pricing and procedure.Action Items
- A Special Committee was appointed to address the New Neighborhood Escrow Agreement, which includes Association Presidents in the formulation of questions; members selected included Dan Davis, Meg Walton, and Maggie Bacon. - The council decided to hire Bob Joyce at an hourly rate of $37, following a detailed discussion about vacation accommodations and transportation funding. - The Zoning Administrator was directed to pursue zoning violations and enforce the requirement of new land use permits for future infractions.Other Business
- An amendment to the civil infraction ordinance was discussed, intending to clarify processes regarding notices and citations. This item is pending further legal consultation. - The Shalda Park Master Plan, Beach Ordinance, and Parking Policy were moved to the work session for future discussions. - There was also a brief mention of upcoming events, including a retirement party for John Friend.These minutes are a draft and will be reviewed and approved at the next council work session on April 9, 2026.