Remarks by Doris Acosta
293 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 5 of 12
- Play at 58:51
“Whether we do it or not, we should have an expectation of how much that is going to be.”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 59:37
“I'm paying the interest that we've been paying with the same loan money on top of that. That's an added expense on top of the capital improvement.”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 59:46
“We're going to continue to do it, but that's what we've been doing when you talk about calculating.”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:13:15
“My question is with the staff that we have, the fundraising aspect of it, the timing to fundraise is also not...”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
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“You just received a lot of information that was broken down, I think, at the higher level. It's about time for us to digest this information, come back individually with questions. And then when we have our meeting, Then I think we can really dive in page by page once again, like we did last year. I appreciated the breakdown and the presentation today. I think it was on the higher level, very clear and easy to digest. I also appreciate, of course, like always, having these reports and paperwork printed and ready to call for us. And that's pretty much it. I think the information was provided…”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:30:36
“Frank, the 3% increase would be for all, everyone in staff or just people who have been with us or not changed positions within a year. Or is it equal whether you just got hired or not?”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:37:08
“And, Frank, we talked last year briefly during the budget season about financing parts of the cost for City Hall, for example. Is that something that this financial advisor could also give us?”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:37:38
“We can get a mortgage. And I think it'd be worth it to figure out what options we have with that too.”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:40:24
“And Chief, you feel comfortable with the budget presented? Yes, sir. Thank you. Unless you have, would you like anything to add or ask to consider also for our officers?”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:41:53
“I'm really happy to see you here. Of course, like usual, you're always representing really well. But I'm also happy to hear you say that and confirm that because I remember how tough last year was for all our officers. So to have your confidence makes me feel so much better as we work into 2020. the more detailed parts of the budget, especially for our police force. So I really thank you for that.”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:43:17
“I can imagine the hours are very important. We've all heard cases already where our officers have needed backup while responding to emergencies. And that affects us directly as residents. So hours are important for that kind of backup. But I also wanted to ask you about our Marine Patrol unit. I know we covered a little bit of the Marine Patrol. Can you just remind me again, what would be the operational hours? What are the operational hours for the Marine Patrol and what they are standing now with this budget that needs to be presented?”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
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“I like what you brought up, Stephen. Sorry. I like what you brought up with the conversation because I personally find it that when we talk about taxes and utility bills, I 100% agree with Commissioner Schiavone. The way we perceive it is the way it is. It's still an expense, whether it comes out on a monthly basis or once a year, but understanding what the money is being used for, because I don't believe that that is common knowledge per se, that it's not just paying your water and your sewer expense, but it's paying for this massive repairs. It may be something to consider for us to be very…”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:47:37
“Well, again, we're talking about these things are luckily not happening every weekend. We're talking about three, maybe two to three times.”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:48:16
“We don't have to dive into the weeds, but that's why we're having these conversations. Is there anybody else with questions or something?”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:49:23
“She's at the door. I don't know if anybody else, any other department or legal team, anything from the budget. You're good? Everybody good? Wink once if you're in trouble. Thank you.”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 1:52:03
“Well, it takes a village, and we really appreciate it. It's a great start, I feel.”
Village Commission · Jun 25, 2026
- Play at 51:01
“We have some of the parents that are still finishing up their practice and they're maybe possibly still trying to arrive to this meeting. Would we allow them to have some type of ability to speak if they come?”
Village Commission · May 19, 2026
- Play at 53:34
“So they're awarding them, basically, by saying that.”
Village Commission · May 19, 2026
- Play at 54:27
“Just not to spoil it for the kids that could be watching, just to know who they are. Okay.”
Village Commission · May 19, 2026
- Play at 1:01:34
“Thank you so much. Well, this past May 9th, I was very proud to be part of the bike rodeo here in North Village, actually right here outside of City Hall. Thanks to the work with our police department to help me put it together. They bring these events to our communities, part of their efforts to keep our children safe. And it was a wonderful event. We had a contribution from the. TPO, which came over to help us with many free helmets for both adults and children and helmet fitting. A lot of people are not aware, but helmets do expire. So it's great information provided to the kids. And also…”
Village Commission · May 19, 2026
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“I appreciate it. Thank you so much, Vice Mayor. The reason why we brought this up is because we want to make sure that the parents feel heard, but we also want to give some clear answers where we can, right? So I want to defer some of these questions actually to you, Frank. So if you don't mind, I feel like there's some points of clarification that the community has. They've sent several emails. We've all had individual conversations for the most part with the parents. You know, the efforts here are the goal. The good thing, like I always say to the parents and the community is we all here…”
Village Commission · May 19, 2026
- Play at 1:17:57
“How far ago was this accepted. 4 years 4 years ago.”
Village Commission · May 19, 2026
- Play at 1:18:08
“What are the... Is there any room for some of the changes? The reason why I'm asking this is because comparing this schedule to the actual schedule the kids have...”
Village Commission · May 19, 2026
- Play at 1:22:56
“Thank you so much for that clarification. The other question I have is about the contract. What is the status with the contract? There's this expectation that the contract should have been signed a while back. Can you go into that?”
Village Commission · May 19, 2026
- Play at 1:26:19
“Okay, sorry. I have a couple more questions. We don't have to go into 100% detail into everything. But these are just points of clarification. Another question I have heard a lot is, when we have the Treasure Island Park, now that we have the ownership of it on North Treasure Drive, will that become the space for the coach to now have the soccer program in?”
Village Commission · May 19, 2026