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Village of Beverly Hills Council Meeting on June 16, 2026
Published: Jun 16, 2026
Proposed Ordinance Amendment Sparks Debate on Animal Limits and Enforcement
The council held a first reading of Ordinance 395, proposing amendments to the animal ordinance regarding chickens, dogs, and cats. The amendment aims to allow residents who currently possess more than the permitted number of animals (four chickens, two dogs, or no limit on cats previously) to keep their existing animals for their natural lifespan. This exception would apply only to current animal owners and would require them to reduce numbers to ordinance maximums after the animals' natural lives. A provision is included to revoke permits for additional animals if a nuisance arises, with due process including notice and a hearing before the council. The amendment also addresses the need for larger coops or pens for additional chickens. Concerns were raised about the process, potential conflicts of interest regarding a council member who helped draft the ordinance and currently exceeds the chicken limit, and the enforceability of the exception without clear documentation or traceability of animals. Some council members expressed opposition, citing bad policy and potential legal challenges, while others supported the amendment as a reasonable adaptation to unforeseen circumstances and a way to avoid litigation.
Village Council Considers Millage Reallocation for Road Improvements
The council discussed a proposal to reallocate millage funds to address road infrastructure needs. Currently, the village charter limits the millage levy to 11 mills. In 2010, voters approved an increase to 12.9184 mills for a 10-year period, allocated to public safety (9.9 mills), general operations (2.1 mills), and the library (0.9 mills). This was renewed in 2020 with a slight adjustment creating a park capital improvements category (0.32 mills), with the total millage remaining at 12.9184 mills. Due to significant growth in taxable value (85.6% from FY2012-FY2027) and a substantial increase in the public safety fund balance, the proposal suggests reallocating 0.75 mills from the public safety fund to streets for the remaining four years of the current millage cycle (until June 30, 2031). This would increase annual road funding by approximately $700,000, a 50% increase over current Act 51 revenue. The reallocation would not increase taxes for residents but would change fund allocation, resulting in a projected public safety fund balance of $400,000 by FY2031 if approved. The proposal requires a charter amendment, necessitating a vote by residents in November.
Village Council Approves Year-End Budget Amendments
The village council reviewed and considered fiscal year-end budget amendments as presented by the Director of Finance. These amendments are necessary to comply with Public Act 2, ensuring that budgeted expenditures are not exceeded in any department. Adjustments include finalizing year-end expenses, anticipating final payroll payouts, and accounting for higher-than-expected interest income due to high inflation and interest rates. A significant adjustment involved reducing a $2.1 million transfer from the general fund to the capital projects fund for sidewalk projects, as a state infrastructure bank loan was secured. Other adjustments involved moving community event budgets into the parks budget and recognizing incoming grant revenue, such as the Pierce Water Main grant. The total proposed amendments amount to $495,000, with funds available in specific accounts. The council approved these amendments with a unanimous vote.
Village Council Advances Millage Reallocation Proposal to Ballot Initiative
The council discussed a proposed charter amendment to reallocate millage funds, specifically shifting 0.75 mills from public safety to streets for the remaining four years of the current cycle. The amendment requires voter approval via a charter amendment process, which involves two council resolutions and a ballot proposal in November. The attorney clarified that while the village charter allows for ballot proposals regarding tax levies, unlike cities, villages cannot include advisory questions. The proposed ballot language is legally precise and focuses on the allocation change, not an increase in taxes. The council debated the clarity of the ballot language for residents and the possibility of adding a prelude to explain the tax allocation. The attorney will confirm if such a prelude is permissible and work on refining the educational materials to ensure residents understand that taxes will not increase, only the allocation of existing millage. The first resolution introducing the charter amendment was approved, initiating a 30-day review period before potential final adoption.
Village Council Approves Legal Services for Public Drinking Water Contamination Lawsuit
The council considered and approved a resolution authorizing the execution of a legal services agreement for the 3M and DuPont public drinking water settlement. Beverly Hills, as a tier 2 plaintiff, qualifies for potential recovery due to contamination from PFAS and PFOA chemicals. GLEEMA, a tier 1 class member, failed to opt into the settlement timely. The village must opt in by July 1st to be eligible for any potential settlement funds, with a subsequent deadline of July 30th for testing to confirm contamination. The village will retain its general counsel, Rosetti Schultz, along with national firm Stag Leda, to represent the village. Legal fees will be contingent on recovery, with a maximum of one-third of any settlement amount, split between the two firms. Payouts from the settlement are unrestricted and could be used for any village purpose. Numerous neighboring communities are also participating in this settlement.
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