Mill Shoals village trustees wrapped up their final meeting of 2025 by approving key financial ordinances and receiving updates on major projects and public safety plans. During the meeting, the Village of Mill Shoals was awarded $509,000 in Delta Regional Authority funding. Of that amount, $9,000 will cover administrative costs through the Greater Wabash Regional Planning Commission, with the remaining $500,000 committed to the project by the Village.
Treasurer Murphy presented the Tax Levy and Appropriations Ordinance, both of which were unanimously approved. Murphy also noted the Village will not need another audit until 2027 unless new financial obligations are incurred.
Board members reviewed progress on several infrastructure projects. The Village is awaiting word from the White County Soil and Water Conservation District regarding potential NRCS funding for the Skillet Fork Water Monitor Project. Additional funding may also become available for the Water System Project after the Illinois DCEO Federal Matching Program reopened. The project has secured $3.55 million so far, with total costs estimated at more than $6.2 million. A Water Rate Study submitted in November is currently under review, and trustees plan to meet with the White County Engineer to discuss bridge repairs and financing options.
The board also addressed restitution for a damaged fire hydrant, noting that payments stopped in April. The Village attorney will be asked to notify the responsible party that the matter could be settled in Claims Court. In public safety matters, the Village will begin shared policing services with Enfield in the coming year, with a squad car expected in January. Trustees suggested inviting the Enfield officer to a future meeting. Additional updates included Village Hall cleaning plans, distribution of a resident questionnaire on interest in a Meals on Wheels program, and continued work on a Village recipe book.
The next Mill Shoals board meeting is scheduled for January 6 at 7 p.m.