Township residents split over possible dissolution; concerns focus on local control and road upkeep
At the July 13 special meeting, township representatives voiced mixed views—some favoring county assumption of liability and services, others worried discontinuance would reduce local control and priority for road maintenance.
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Township board members and residents attending Clay County’s July 13 meeting expressed both support for and opposition to discontinuing township governments. Several attendees said they are satisfied with current roadwork and the responsiveness of the county’s Highway Department; others warned that nearby counties with slower maintenance reminded them of the risks if local governance is removed.
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