VOTE411 Voter Guide

Paint Township trustees are responsible for providing various local government services, including maintaining township roads, operating fire and EMS services, overseeing cemeteries, parks, and zoning, and managing township funds and property. They serve as the legislative body for the township, adopting budgets and ordinances to govern the township s operations, such as waste disposal, and can hire administrators to help manage daily activities.Core Responsibilities:Legislative Power: Trustees act as the township s legislative body, making decisions through ordinances and resolutions.Fiscal Management: They are responsible for adopting the annual budget, overseeing township finances, and approving all bills and expenses.Public Services: Trustees manage essential services, including:Roads: Ensuring the care and maintenance of local roads.Fire and EMS: Providing fire and emergency medical services.Cemeteries: Overseeing the operation and upkeep of township cemeteries.Parks and Recreation: Managing township parks and recreational activities.Zoning and Waste Disposal: Implementing zoning regulations and managing waste disposal services.Record Keeping: Trustees are required to maintain accurate records of all official meetings and financial transactions.Assets: They serve as the legal owners of the township s assets and are responsible for their management.Administrative Role:  Trustees may appoint a Township Administrator to help execute the daily operations of the township under their authority.