Village attorney Ashley told the board she reviewed a memo from attorney Adam clarifying the village’s private sewer lateral ordinance. Ashley summarized two points: the village must give property owners at least 24 hours' notice before any equipment, staff or contractor may enter across the right-of-way to access a lateral; and the memo recommends adding language to explicitly state a $50 special charge that could become a lien if imposed.

Ashley said the clarification will be returned to the board for possible ordinance language or an amendment at a subsequent meeting. Board members asked questions and were told a court order would be required if a property owner refused access and there was no public-safety emergency.

The clarification affects how the village schedules televising of laterals and enforces corrective action when property owners do not grant access. Staff indicated the matter will be placed on a future agenda for formal adoption or further direction.