The Rising Sun Town Council meeting on April 23, 2024, highlighted significant community safety initiatives and development progress. Chief of Police reported that officers are currently undergoing their annual training, which includes vital courses on handling situations involving individuals on the autism spectrum. This training, led by former OREO BJ Serhoff from Pathfinders for Autism, aims to enhance officers' responses in sensitive situations.

In a proactive move following a recent tragic incident in the community, the police, fire department, and public works have teamed up to install smoke detectors in local homes. Residents in need of smoke detectors are encouraged to reach out to the police or fire department for assistance.

Additionally, the meeting addressed the recent Board of Zoning Appeals hearing regarding planned unit development. The town attorney expressed optimism about the progress made, noting that this marks a turning point for Rising Sun as it embraces new development opportunities. The attorney emphasized the importance of this development in enhancing the town's infrastructure and community appeal, stating, "You have advanced the money for many, many years for the water and the sewer, and you always thought that as people would basically come into the town that it would be able to lower your cost."

The meeting concluded with updates on public works projects, including window painting at the cultural center and upcoming hydrant flushing scheduled for May 13. These initiatives reflect Rising Sun's commitment to improving community safety and infrastructure as it moves forward into a new chapter of development.