Summary
The Empire Township Board held its regular meeting on August 13, 2024, with Supervisor Carl Noonan presiding. Members Casey Noonan, Neiswonger, Price, and Deegan were present. The Board approved the July 9, 2024 minutes (motion by Casey Noonan, support by Deegan, all ayes) and approved payment of August 2024 monthly bills (motion by Deegan, support by Casey Noonan, all ayes). Key items included a treasurer's report, zoning permit updates, and progress on the Glen Lake Manor site plan.
Infrastructure Projects
The Supervisor reported that the Township Hall's kitchen floor is still awaiting replacement. The Board discussed whether to change the hall's locks again and whether locking the kitchen doors when not in use would be beneficial, but no decisions were made on either matter.
Other Business
The airport is seeking a replacement courtesy vehicle. Zoning Administrator Tim Cypher issued eight permits/approvals in July, including new dwellings on Crimson Way, MacFarlane Rd., and Glenmere Rd.; a solar array on McClary Rd.; a tower antenna on Benzonia Tr.; accessory buildings on Fritz Rd. and McClary Rd.; and a sign update on Empire Hwy. Micah Deegan reported that the Glen Lake Manor site plan is close to approval, noting that issues regarding outside events, beach use, and a gift shop have been resolved, with the owners agreeing to provide a performance guarantee. Fire Chief Bryan Ferguson reported on monthly fire department operations and noted the department is anticipating an approximate 2.9% overall increase in next year's budget.
Financial Summary
- Treasurer Price reported on CDs and bank accounts as of 07-31-2024; the report was received as read.
- Barbara Foged donated $10,000 to Maple Grove Cemetery.
- Fire Chief Bryan Ferguson indicated the fire department is projecting an approximate 2.9% overall budget increase for next year.
- The Board approved payment of August 2024 monthly bills as presented, by unanimous vote.
Action Items
- Continue awaiting replacement of the Township Hall kitchen floor.
- Board to revisit the decision on changing hall locks and whether to lock kitchen doors when not in use; no timeline set.
- Airport to pursue a replacement courtesy vehicle.
- Glen Lake Manor owners to finalize and provide the agreed performance guarantee as site plan approval proceeds.