The Albion Village Board took a significant step toward finalizing its financial plans for the coming year during Wednesday’s workshop meeting, scheduling a public hearing for the 2026-2027 budget. The hearing is set for Monday, April 6, at 6:00 PM at Village Hall. The scheduling motion, made by Deputy Mayor William Gabalski and seconded by Trustee Greg Bennett, passed unanimously with Mayor Angel Javier Jr. and Trustees Joyce Riley, Timothy McMurray, and Bennett voting in favor. The board also moved to stabilize funding for one of the community’s most popular summer events. Through a series of budget adjustments, the board allocated approximately $5,300 to the fireworks reserves for the July 3, 2026, display. The funding comes from several revenue sources, including $100 donations from residents June Persia and John Bigley, $100 from the Orleans Vets, and a larger $5,000 contribution from GACRE. The board officially transferred these funds into the revenue line for the fireworks reserve. Police funding was also on the agenda. The board approved a budget adjustment to increase the police overtime expense line by $1,891.39 to cover costs associated with DWI enforcement. The move was part of a larger consent agenda on budget adjustments that also included funds for Water Improvement Inventory Area (WIIA) projects. In other business, the board approved permits for several upcoming community events. The Albion Soccer Club received permission to use Bullard Park from April 20 through July 17 for various activities. The "Out of Darkness" walk, organized by Orleans County, was also permitted for October 10 at the park. The board also formally sanctioned the closure of streets for the annual Memorial Day Parade. The event, organized by the American Legion and VFW, will take place throughout the village on the morning of May 25. Trustees spent time in executive session—excluding the public from 6:47 PM to 6:51 PM—to discuss a personnel matter. Upon returning to open session, the board unanimously voted to direct Village Attorney John Gavenda to write a letter to a specific employee regarding pay. Department heads present for the meeting included Park & Recreation Director John Grillo, who discussed a vehicle issue related to the summer park program. Police Chief David Mogle, Cemetery Superintendent Jason Zicari, and Water Treatment Plant Chief Operator Levi Boyer were also in attendance, alongside five residents. During the public forum, resident John True took a moment to thank the Department of Public Works (DPW) Superintendent and staff for their work on leak repairs near his property on Linwood Avenue. The meeting adjourned shortly after 6:50 PM. The next major date for residents to watch is the April 6 budget hearing, where the public can voice opinions on the proposed spending plan for the next fiscal year.