The General Government and Finance Committee convened on Wednesday evening, with all members present except Trustee Pieper. The meeting began with a public input session, where residents raised concerns regarding recent decisions made by the village board.

Sarah Larson, a local resident, criticized the handling of the MLG agreement concerning an easement for the High Point Pass Road and the sanitary sewer location. Larson argued that the agreement bypassed necessary financial scrutiny, as no appraisal was conducted to assess the value of the land involved. She emphasized the potential financial loss for the village, particularly regarding connection fees that could be forfeited if the area is developed in the future. Larson urged the committee to revisit the agreement before finalizing it, citing a lack of transparency and financial analysis.

Another resident, Melanie Smythe, provided a suggestion for improving contract tracking within the village's Tyler Munis system, referencing an old contract format that could enhance transparency regarding contract details. She also inquired about the $55,000 expenditure on phase three of the village center project, expressing a desire for clarity on how taxpayer money is being utilized, especially as discussions have shifted from the previous contractor, GrayWolf, to Bailey Copeland.

Scott Eflie, another attendee, voiced his support for a proposed pay increase for the fire department's administrative assistant, indicating a consensus on the need for fair compensation within the department.

The meeting highlighted ongoing concerns about financial oversight and transparency in local governance, with residents calling for more rigorous evaluations of agreements that could impact the village's fiscal health.