The Village of Romeo: Downtown Development Authority Meeting - October 15

The Village of Romeo Downtown Development Authority (DDA) special meeting was held October 15, 2026. The board discussed a sidewalk-injury lawsuit in which the DDA’s insurer reportedly would not provide legal defense. An attorney’s quoted rate was $275 per hour; the board unanimously authorized retaining counsel for up to $2,500 (approximately 10 hours), with any additional legal spending requiring further board approval. Members also discussed uncertainty over insurance coverage and the need for a broader insurance audit, but no audit action was formally approved in the transcript.

The board unanimously approved $1,800 for Water Tower Distilling’s Witches and Warlocks Black Party on Main, covering only restrooms, a DJ, stage, and tent. The amount was reduced from the requested $2,500, and payment was to be supported by receipts; the DDA was also to be acknowledged in related publicity. Water Tower Distilling had taken over as host after People Driven Community Bank withdrew. No other procurement awards or purchasing decisions were identified.