Appropriations Requests for : Superior Charter Township

1. Cosponsoring legislators:

No Cosponsors

Recipient Information

2. Intended legislatively directed spending item recipient:

Superior Charter Township

3. Physical address of legislatively directed spending item recipient and the intended location of the project or activity:

3040 North Prospect, Superior Township, MI 48198

4. The recipient's employer identification number:

386019649

Funding Details

5. Requested amount of the legislatively directed spending item:

$900,000.00

6. What is the purpose and how does the legislatively directed spending item provide a public benefit that is an appropriate use of taxpayer money?

This proposed spending item will replace one of the township’s aging fire trucks to reinforce our capability to provide reliable, timely fire protection for our residents. The township’s current apparatus is nearing the end of its operational lifespan, requiring increasingly frequent and costly maintenance to remain functional. This not only strains the township’s limited resources but also creates potential risks of service disruptions. Fire protection is a core government responsibility, fundamental to safeguarding lives, property, and the overall well-being of our community. A modern, fully operational fire truck enables our first responders to reach emergencies quickly, perform their duties safely, and deliver the level of service residents expect and deserve. Investing in a new fire truck also represents responsible, community-centered fiscal management. Aging equipment incurs escalating maintenance and repair costs, which place an increasing burden on the township’s budget and, ultimately, on our taxpayers. By proactively replacing our fire truck, the township can avoid higher long-term expenses and better allocate taxpayer resources toward other vital community priorities. Beyond cost savings, this investment strengthens the township’s overall resilience. Modern fire trucks are equipped with new technology and safety features that improve operational efficiency, enhance firefighter safety, and support the effective handling of complex emergencies. The purchase would help ensure that Superior Charter Township remains prepared to respond to a wide range of scenarios, ranging from residential fires to large-scale emergencies. In summary, providing funding support for a new fire truck reinforces a critical public safety function by safeguarding the community and demonstrating responsible stewardship of taxpayer funds. With advocacy led by your office for reliable and cost-effective fire protection, this investment would help ensure that Superior Charter Township remains a safe and thriving community for our community, visitors and Michigan taxpayers.

7. Has the legislatively directed spending item previously received or been awarded any of the following types of funding in the past 5 years?

No previous funding received

8. Estimated time frame for completion of the legislatively directed spending item project:

The estimated time frame for completion is by the end of fiscal year 2028

Additional Information For Nonprofit Corporations

9. Is the recipient a nonprofit corporation?

No

Certification By Sponsoring Legislator

• "I certify that my immediate family members, legislative staff members, and I have no direct or indirect pecuniary interest in the requested legislatively directed spending item."
• "I certify that the intended recipient of this legislatively directed spending item is not a for-profit entity."
• "I certify that the information in this form is true to the best of my knowledge."

Senator Jeff Irwin