Township Approves Funding for Youth Track Club and Support Services
Monee Township Board Meeting | June 19, 2025
Article Summary: The Board of Trustees approved social service agreements totaling nearly $7,000, with the bulk of the funding directed toward the Illinois Flames Track Club. Trustees also authorized substantial emergency assistance payments for the prior month.
Financial Approvals Key Points:
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Youth Athletics: The Board approved a $6,000 Social Service Agreement with the Illinois Flames Track Club.
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Community Support: A separate agreement for $850 was approved for Elevate Hope.
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Emergency Assistance: The township reported spending $6,651.76 on Emergency Assistance (EA) between May 10 and June 12.
The Monee Township Board on Thursday, June 19, 2025, authorized financial support for local youth and social service organizations while reporting on significant direct aid to residents.
The Board voted unanimously to approve a Social Service Agreement with the Illinois Flames Track Club in the amount of $6,000. The motion was made by Trustee Terri L. Boles and seconded by Trustee James W. Young.
In a separate action, the Board approved an $850 Social Service Agreement with Elevate Hope. This motion was introduced by Trustee Young and seconded by Trustee Billy Morgan.
During the Supervisor’s Report, Donna Dettbarn detailed the township’s direct aid spending for the period of May 10 through June 12. While no funds were spent on General Assistance (GA), the township distributed $6,651.76 in Emergency Assistance (EA). The report noted that the office handled eight intakes and seven applications during that window. Thirty-six residents utilized the food pantry, while two applications were denied and two remained pending.
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