In a recent government meeting, village officials discussed a retroactive salary adjustment for Liz K., the deputy village clerk, amounting to $3,000 for the years 2022 to 2024. This adjustment is intended to align her compensation with that of other department heads, who received a 3% raise plus a fixed stipend during contract negotiations. The funds for this adjustment will be sourced from unspent budget allocations, including $40,000 initially earmarked for beach-related expenses.

Concerns were raised regarding the potential impact of these salary increases on the morale of non-department head staff. Officials reassured that employees understand the necessity of equitable raises for their superiors, emphasizing that department heads are entitled to similar compensation as their staff.

The meeting also touched on the anticipated completion of the Ria del Bene playground, expected by the end of June, in time for the arrival of new families in the area.

Additionally, discussions included the ongoing negotiations for a new bill agent committee, with hopes of finalizing agreements by September. However, concerns were voiced about the participation of trustee Steve Sutter, who will be transitioning out of his role at the end of the month and splitting his time between locations.

Public comments highlighted issues with the village's sticker policy, with residents expressing frustration over being denied second stickers and the perceived inconsistency in enforcement. One resident noted a loss of revenue due to these restrictions, while another raised concerns about pesticide use in the community.

The meeting concluded with plans for an executive session to address further matters.