The Village of Romeo: Board of Trustees "Budget" Meeting - June 2nd, 2026

The Village of Romeo Board of Trustees held a budget meeting on June 2, 2026, focusing extensively on the village's financial challenges and budget adjustments. Key procurement-related discussions included deliberations on budget cuts, particularly regarding board compensation, part-time positions, and contracted services such as the grant writer. The board debated the merits of maintaining the grant writer contract, noting that approximately $1 million in grant applications were currently active, and emphasized the importance of pursuing revenue sources to address structural deficits. They also discussed the potential implementation of a special assessment millage specifically for public safety to separate those costs from the general fund, aiming for greater transparency and fiscal responsibility. Additionally, the meeting covered capital improvement funding, including a $100,000 transfer from the public improvement fund earmarked for road projects. The board agreed to prepare two budget scenarios—one with cuts to board pay and one restoring it—both incorporating the special assessment for public safety, to be considered in upcoming public hearings. No formal votes on budget adoption were recorded, but consensus was reached on next steps for budget presentation and public notification.