ALBION — In a special session focused on closing out financial matters for the year, the Village Board moved to settle a debt related to village property and authorized necessary repairs to a historic park structure. The board met Monday, March 17, at Village Hall. With Trustee Bennett and Trustee Gabalski absent, the remaining three members—Mayor Javier Jr., Trustee McMurray, and Trustee Riley—unanimously approved the agenda items. A primary point of business was addressing a delinquent tenant at a Mt. Albion property. According to the minutes, the board authorized the village attorney to settle the matter regarding unpaid rent. The resolution agreed to accept half of the outstanding balance as full payment. Trustee Riley made the motion, which was seconded by Trustee McMurray. The board also turned its attention to infrastructure, specifically the Canal Park pavilion. To ensure the safety and longevity of the structure, the board voted to move $1,106.20 from reserve funds to cover roof repairs. The expense will be paid to Stockham Lumber. The meeting also highlighted a commitment to community services through the 2025 budget review. Both Mayor Javier and Trustee McMurray pledged portions of their own pay to bolster specific line items that might otherwise face tight constraints. Trustee McMurray designated $1,000 of his salary toward the Senior Citizen picnic within the Recreation budget. He also committed $250 each to the village’s annual contributions for the VFW and the American Legion, totaling $500 from his pay for veterans' services. Mayor Javier followed suit, donating $1,000 of his pay to the Senior Citizen picnic. Additionally, he pledged $100 to the Historian line in the Clerk’s budget, a move that supports the preservation of Albion’s rich 19th-century heritage. The financial review included updates from department heads. John Grillo presented the Recreation budget, while Clerk-Treasurer Tracy VanSkiver presented the Clerk’s budget. The meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m.