Regular meeting (Minutes)

This document summarizes the minutes of the Solon Township Board meeting held on April 11, 2024.

**Key Actions and Approvals:** The Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes from previous meetings, including regular, budget, and special sessions. Corrections to the 2024-2025 budget were also approved. The Board authorized the Treasurer to invest $10,000 from the Parks and Recreation Fund into a CD, and approved the payment of vouchers. Rates for renting the Solon Township Hall were increased. John Depuy was reappointed as the member at large for the Cedar Area Fire & Rescue Board. The board approved to permit the Cedar Area Community Foundation to purchase an AED for the Solon Township Hall. Additionally, the board approved field maintenance requests from the Adult Softball League, contingent on liability waivers, insurance, and record-keeping.

**Ongoing Business & Reports:** The meeting included reports from various committees, including the Planning Commission and Parks and Recreation. Ongoing issues discussed included repairs to the Township Hall (well and wall), fence and bleacher updates for park improvements, and the Bunting’s Market road repair. The Fire Department reported on hiring a part-time paramedic, union negotiations, and potential station expansion discussions. A resolution was passed to increase the purchase price for adult burial spaces in the cemetery.

**New Business and Public Comment:** The Board discussed the Cedar Area Community Foundation’s plans to purchase an AED for the township hall. The meeting concluded with public comment addressing future land use maps, park issues, and concerns about the Joe Viack Park. The Lion’s Club pancake breakfast was announced.