Council raises enforcement and infrastructure concerns; President seeks water solutions

Jul 7, 2025

Council members raised safety and enforcement concerns — including golf carts carrying animals and patrols on St. Marys Street — praised DPW and police work around the parade, and President Elwaer apologized to staff and asked to start conversations about water solutions; Village Manager Tapper noted a USDA walkthrough scheduled for July 16 at 9:30 A.M.

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Council members used their comments period to note several operational priorities. Trustee Pelfrey expressed concerns about golf carts carrying animals without restraints; Trustee Pachner urged more active patrols on St. Marys Street; and Trustee Beute praised police handling of a bike incident after fireworks while also noting disappointment at lack of activity at the Bergen Building. President Pro Tem Jackson said he appreciated seeing DPW and police before the parade.

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