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Supervisors debate $9,000 in annual donations to local services; some question taxpayer role
Summary
Board members discussed roughly $9,000 distributed among local groups (pool, park, library). One supervisor said they have trouble allocating taxpayer funds to outside entities, while others noted resident benefits and proposed keeping current allocations.
Supervisors examined the donations section of the draft budget, noting the township currently provides about $9,000 annually across local entities including the pool, park and library. One member objected to giving taxpayer money away, saying, "I always have a problem giving away taxpayer money," while other supervisors argued the contributions support community services and access for township residents.
The chair noted that library access and park services provide direct resident benefits and recommended keeping the current allocations for now; supervisors agreed no final decisions would be made at the workshop and the preliminary budget will be advertised for further review. Members also suggested better advertising of resident benefits like free library access so taxpayers understand the return on the donation dollars.
