Summary
The Empire Township Board held a special meeting on February 7, 2026, to work on the 2026-2027 budget and salary resolutions ahead of the March annual budget hearing. The board reviewed and adjusted an initial draft budget. No salary resolution changes were proposed. Two sets of minutes from the January 13 meeting were approved.
Public Comments
Public comments consisted of recognition of the board's hard work on the budget, particularly during the transition period involving new board members. No specific concerns, proposals, or written letters were noted.
Other Business
The board approved minutes from the January 13 closed session (motion by Clark, supported by Price, all voted yes) and from the January 13 regular meeting as amended (motion by Wolterink, supported by Price, all voted yes). Board members offered comments thanking the public for their attendance and patience during the board transition. The meeting was adjourned at approximately 12:02 p.m. on a motion by Wolterink, supported by Price, with all voting yes.
Financial Summary
The primary purpose of the meeting was to work on the 2026-2027 budget, which will be finalized at the annual budget hearing meeting in March. The board reviewed and adjusted an initial draft budget, though no specific figures or line items were recorded in the minutes. No salary resolution changes were proposed. Special thanks were given to Deputy Clerk Sheree Nelson for her continued budget and accounting work.
Action Items
The board is to finalize the 2026-2027 budget and salary resolutions at the annual budget hearing meeting in March.