The Village of Romeo: Board of Trustees Meeting - July 20th, 2026

The Village of Romeo Board of Trustees held a meeting on July 20, 2026, which included extensive discussions on various procurement and contracting matters. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of bills totaling over $325,000, with specific vendor payments such as Bio Tech Agronomics for wastewater services and Davey Tree Expert Company for tree surgery. The board approved a resolution for the off-premises tasting room liquor license for Water Tower Distilling Company and authorized going out for bids for the village planner and accounting contracts. They also discussed capital improvement projects funded by bond money, including water main replacements and wastewater treatment plant upgrades, with upcoming bid awards scheduled for August and September. The board reviewed and tabled updates to the purchasing policy and considered a new parking space sponsorship program aimed at generating revenue for parking maintenance. Additionally, they discussed vendor and special event permit revisions to clarify fees and responsibilities, and considered an RFQ for a DTE lighting discount program to upgrade village property lighting. The board also addressed a lease proposal from AT&T for a cell site on the village water tower, ultimately deciding to pass on the offer. Public safety concerns regarding e-bikes and potential ordinance development were raised, with ongoing education efforts noted. Finally, a proposal for a village park maintenance trust was presented to ensure long-term funding, and the board tabled further discussion pending formal documentation. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on procurement decisions, contract renewals, capital projects, and policy updates affecting future vendor opportunities and village infrastructure investments.