Budget Meeting (Minutes)

The Solon Township Board convened its budget meeting on March 19, 2024, to discuss and approve the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025. Key items on the agenda included the Fire Millage, the allocation of ARPA funds, cemetery and road considerations, elections, parks and ballfields, and various township hall expenses. The meeting was called to order by Supervisor Lautner, with all members present except Trustee Deering.

The board reviewed financial figures, including revenues from various sources such as State Revenue Sharing, Township Tax, and Fire Millage. Several line items were adjusted based on the actual figures and projected needs for the upcoming fiscal year. Notable changes included increases in the budgeted amounts for Clerk and Treasurer salaries, public utilities, advertising, professional/legal/audit fees, service charges, elections, insurance, and parks improvements. The meeting also addressed the Fire Millage, with a motion to propose a 2.50 millage for the upcoming year to be approved at the annual meeting.

The meeting included a discussion on the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025. Total anticipated income for 2024-2025 was estimated at $652,725.00, with actual funds available at $533,747.38. The total operating expenses were estimated at $638,493.77. A motion was made and carried to approve the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025.

Following the budget approval, the board addressed the Fire Millage, making a motion to approve the proposed millage. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.