7/9/2024 - Empire Township | Regular Meeting Minutes

Summary

The Empire Township Board met on July 9, 2024, to address various community matters, including event approvals, planning updates, and ongoing projects. Key outcomes included the approval of a special event application for the Empire Hill Climb and updates on infrastructure and community services.

Public Comments

Micah Deegan reported concerns raised during the Glen Lake Manor’s site plan review public hearing. Issues included beach use, special events, and market presence on the property. The board plans to address these concerns at a special meeting scheduled for July 17, 2024.

Parks and Recreation Matters

No specific discussions were noted regarding parks and recreation.

Infrastructure Projects

1. The board reviewed and approved the Empire Business Association's application for the 2024 Empire Hill Climb special event. This approval is contingent on favorable reviews from emergency management. 2. A report from Fire Chief Bryan Ferguson indicated that the purchase of a new mini pumper truck by ESAC has been approved to enhance fire department operations.

Other Business

The regular meeting minutes from June 11, 2024, and the special meeting on June 13, 2024, were approved. Updates on the kitchen remodel were provided, indicating that further work will be paused until the new flooring arrives. The board also agreed to donate an old kitchen sink, marked for disposal, to Amelia Vanderberg.

Financial Summary

The Treasurer, Price, provided a report on CDs and bank accounts as of June 30, 2024. The board also voted to pay the July 2024 monthly bills as presented.

Action Items

1. The clerk will submit the road closure application for the Empire Hill Climb event to the Road Commission. 2. Follow up on the concerns raised during the Glen Lake Manor’s public hearing at the upcoming special meeting on July 17, 2024. 3. Complete the kitchen remodel once the flooring has been received and installed.