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Council discusses possible Hazel Heights annexation, asks for homeowner interest and infrastructure review
Summary
Council members heard an update about outreach to roughly 33 property owners in the Hazel Heights area; staff said a majority-owner petition and infrastructure assessments (roads and sewer) will be required before annexation progresses, and the county indicated willingness to discuss pre-improvement of infrastructure.
Village Administrator Rick told the council staff has prepared postcards for about 33 property owners in the Hazel Heights area asking whether they would be open to annexation. He said if a majority of owners signal interest the village would schedule a public meeting and commission infrastructure assessments for roads and sewer before proceeding.
Rick said he and county officials (Commissioner Lester and administrator Jason Booth) have discussed the concept and that the county may be open to discussion about improvements needed prior to annexation. Council members asked procedural questions: staff explained annexation follows the state petition/area-annexation process and that nonresponse to outreach can still be counted under petition mechanics; the solicitor provided supplemental guidance and staff had circulated a CCAO annexation manual for reference.
Council emphasized the need to evaluate the usable life of roads and sewer infrastructure before accepting responsibility for maintenance, and to perform due diligence on potential costs. No formal petition or ordinance was filed during the meeting; the discussion was informational and staff will proceed with postcard outreach and follow-up if a majority of owners express interest.
Next steps: staff will mail outreach postcards, collect responses, and if a majority indicate interest coordinate infrastructure inspections and a public meeting to consider annexation options.
