In a recent government meeting, officials provided an update on the ongoing referendum concerning local awards, revealing a closely contested voting outcome across various wards. The meeting highlighted that there are a total of nine awards in the township, with voting results showing a mix of slight wins and losses.

The breakdown of the votes indicated that several wards were decided by narrow margins. Ward 1 saw a slight majority in favor, while Ward 2 and Ward 3 experienced losses, with votes hovering just above 50%. Ward 4 also faced a similar outcome, while Ward 5's results were not specified. Ward 6 managed to achieve just over 50% in favor, and Ward 7 recorded a slightly higher approval rate of 52.81%. Ward 8, located near the Mountain Area Veil, had a notable no vote percentage at 56%, and Ward 9 concluded with a slim win at 51.31%.

The officials noted that the referendum is still undecided, as they are currently awaiting the results of 35 disputed votes, which will be finalized and tabulated on Wednesday. As it stands, the township requires an additional 19 yes votes for the referendum to pass. The officials emphasized the importance of these upcoming results and assured the public that updates would be provided following the final tally.

The meeting concluded with a motion to approve the agenda, indicating a transition to further discussions. The outcome of the referendum remains a critical point of interest for the community, with implications for local governance and resource allocation.