The Empire Township Board held a regular meeting on May 14, 2024, where several key decisions were made, including the use of ARPA funds for township hall upgrades and various zoning permits. The meeting had a brief duration, finishing at 7:44 PM.
Public Comments
There are no documented public comments for this meeting.
Affordable Housing Initiatives
There was no discussion on affordable housing initiatives during this meeting.
Parks and Recreation Matters
The Planning & Zoning Report included the approval of two new pickleball courts on MacFarlane Rd. These developments reflect a commitment to enhancing local recreational facilities.
Infrastructure Projects
The Planning & Zoning Report also highlighted several infrastructure permits issued by Zoning Administrator Tim Cypher, including:
1. New dwellings on Hermies Pass and Beeman Rd.
2. Additional infrastructure for a guest house and garage on Dunns Farm Rd.
3. Overall, these projects indicate ongoing development within the township.
Other Business
Treasurer Price presented the financial status related to CDs and bank accounts as of April 30, 2024. Fire Chief Bryan Ferguson provided an update on monthly fire department operations, although specific details were not outlined in the minutes.
Financial Summary (if applicable)
The Board decided to allocate ARPA funds for upgrading the township hall kitchen, designated as a Red Cross emergency shelter. The monthly bills for May 2024 were approved for payment.
Action Items
1. The Board will proceed with using the ARPA funds for the kitchen upgrade.
2. Approval of monthly bills for May 2024 was confirmed, with a follow-up on the financial report pending from Treasurer Price.
Source Document
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