Union County Commissioners Address Golf Course Flooding Concerns

Overview: During a recent Union County Board of Commissioners meeting, substantial attention was directed towards the severe flooding issues at the Ash Brook Golf Course, which have impacted the course’s playability. Members of the Ashbrook Men’s Golf Association presented urgent pleas to the Board for immediate action to clear the creek that has contributed to the damage, alongside discussions on the 2024 executive budget which includes a 1.75% tax increase, and the introduction of an ordinance to modify the county’s solid waste management plan.

Union County Invests in Library Access Expansion and Tree Removal Initiative

Overview: Union County has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing library services and addressing environmental concerns at the recent Board of Commissioners meeting. The meeting spotlighted initiatives to expand access to library resources across nine towns and outlined plans for the removal of dead trees throughout the county.

Clark Town Council Approves Redevelopment Designation and Discusses Budget Adjustments Amid Transparency Concerns

Overview: In a recent session, Clark Town Council approved a unanimous designation of an area in need of Redevelopment, set to be reviewed by the planning board in March, while also addressing budgetary concerns due to changes mandated by the local Finance board. The Council’s February 20th, 2024 meeting delved into a variety of issues, including the adoption of a Redevelopment plan for certain township properties and the unanimous approval of ordinance 24-5, which requires the township to share pilot payments with the Clark Board of Education‚Äîa measure the Mayor underscored as crucial for ensuring the school system’s financial wellbeing.

Clark School Board Audit Reveals Clean Financial Health

Overview: The Clark School Board convened recently, with the presentation of the 2022-2023 school year audit taking center stage. Andrew Parenti, a partner at Lurch, Vincy, and Bliss, delivered the audit results, reporting an unmodified, or clean opinion. The district concluded the fiscal year with a fund balance of approximately $9.6 million, allocated across several reserves, including $2.2 million for the 2024-2025 budget and $4.2 million for the 2023-2024 school year. The audit also revealed a capital reserve of $924,000 and a maintenance reserve of $91,000, with an unassigned fund balance of $1.1 million. One recommendation was made regarding the timely deposit of program fees from the before and after school program.

Union County Honors Fallen Firefighter, Advances Community Programs

Overview: Union County Board of Commissioners held a meeting where they honored the memory of firefighter Maris Hudson, who lost his life in the line of duty. Additionally, the meeting included discussions on new community initiatives, including a pilot program for tax preparation assistance for low-income families and expanded interpretation services to meet the needs of a diversifying population.