In accordance with a request from the state, Jackson’s mayor and Township Council have expressed their support for the continued funding of the Jackson Township Municipal Utilities Authority (JTMUA) and Jackson Fire District No. 3.
During a meeting on Oct. 23, Township Clerk Ann Marie Eden told officials and members of the public the state requires municipal officials to annually assess authorities created by the municipality. She said in Jackson, that would be the JTMUA and Fire District No. 3.
Eden said the council members were required to discuss whether they believe both entities are continuing to serve the public’s interest by providing services while maintaining financially stability.
Council Vice President Robert Nixon said he believes both entities are beneficial to the community.
“The JTMUA is extraordinarily well managed and well run,” Nixon said. “I think the fire districts have done a good job at looking at ways to share services and to bring the benefits of their experience.”
Councilman Scott Martin said, “All of the fire districts serve the town well … Rarely do you ever see an increase requested in their budget proposal, they always look for shared services where they can.”