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The Commission approved the previous meeting minutes and decided to extend the meeting for further discussion. Action items include continued discussions on the Gills Pier Preserve project, owned by the Commission, and the Zoning Administrator will seek legal review on ordinance interpretations. Public concerns focused on drainage, traffic, and environmental impacts.
The Planning Commission approved the agenda and minutes, deciding to forward the 2025 Annual Report to the Village Council. Zoning Administrator Patmore will meet with the DPW Director for further recommendations on driveway standards. No public comments or contentious items were presented during the meeting.
The commission decided to continue exploring zoning ordinance amendments on driveway standards and attainable housing solutions. Sarah is responsible for researching driveway standards, while D. Smith will clarify the housing proposal's jurisdiction. Bill Crackel raised concerns about driveway standards and electric vehicle charging stations.
The committee approved $5,000 for the bike trail and amended the airport ordinance for public recreational use. Action items include fundraising for Woolsey Airport (ownership unclear), Court assisting skatepark preparations, and applying for a playground grant. No public comments were received.
The Village Council decided to implement dedicated parking for staff and to schedule a public hearing for the revised marina ordinance on July 20, 2026. Action items include signage implementation for dedicated spaces (owned by staff) and agenda addition for Elm Street discussions (request by Council Member Perkins). No public comments were made.
The council approved two dedicated parking signs for the Village office and unanimously recommended the Marina Ordinance with a public hearing set for July 20, 2026. Action items include scheduling a special meeting for the Bathroom project bids and further discussions on affordable housing initiatives. Public concerns included speed limits and sidewalk issues in the community.
The application for rezoning a 17.29-acre property in Leelanau Township was approved. North Ranger Rd LLC will submit site diagrams and necessary permits; Sarah Keever is the designated agent. No public comments or items of contention were noted.
The board appointed Anne Magoun to the library board unanimously. Action items included waiting for Solon and Centerville townships' input on the fire station agreement, pursuing legal review of the data center moratorium, and scheduling election worker training. Public comments highlighted the need for better outreach and collaboration with neighboring townships.
The board approved a motion to submit a grant application and will further discuss zoning fees in future meetings. Schaub will meet with expert Bzdok regarding septage disposal local control. Public comments highlighted concerns about septage impacts, supported by Kuhn and Doorlag's advocacy for community involvement and a millage backing.
The board unanimously approved the draft budget for 2026-2027, incorporating salary adjustments and anticipated expense increases. Action items include detailing the proposed road millage (responsibility not assigned) and monitoring budget changes for public input. Public comments included Mark Krueger’s concerns about road funding equity and proposals for Special Assessment Districts.
The Board approved a motion for the Supervisor and Clerk to draft a letter to residents about Beach Parking Passes. Action items include feedback on the Purchasing Policy and monitoring parking pass distribution to Lake Michigan Beach Park. Public comments highlighted concerns on beach parking communications and a request for a grace period.
Key decisions included placing County Administrator James Dyer on paid administrative leave and accepting a $47,000 Marine Safety Program grant. Action items: Lauren Cypher to present five proposals for the Strategic Plan; next meeting on June 16, 2026, for budget discussions. Public comment included concerns from resident Steve Mikowski.
The Board approved the EMS budget with projected revenues of $1,917,540.83 and allocations including $930,000 for EMT salaries. Clerk Wilson will gather payroll and HR service costs, and further review of the General Fund budget is needed. No public comments were made during the meeting.
The board approved updates to fire and emergency services facilities and a new fee schedule for land divisions. Action items include Supervisor Tim Stein exploring alternative insurance carriers and ongoing collaboration on West Little Traverse Lake Road improvements. Public comments raised concerns about the timeline for CAFR improvements and negotiations with park services regarding Shalda Creek.
Key decisions included appointing Lauren Cypher as Interim County Administrator until August 18 and authorizing the Board Chair to direct legal counsel for investigating complaints. Action items include Cypher's continuation in her role, legal counsel investigation, and a media statement on personnel matters, all owned by the Board Chair. There were no public comments.
The board approved the Deputy Supervisor position description, Fire Department hiring, collective bargaining agreements, and housing RFP for 824 Warren Street. Action items include posting the Road Commission presentation online (assign to a designated member) and addressing community concerns about road maintenance (assigned to the Board). Public comments focused on road project opposition and calls for transparency.
The board unanimously approved a local roads millage ballot language and contracts with H&S CPA and UHY. Juan Claudio Ruiz was hired as groundskeeper. Action items include securing quotes for cyber insurance and VFIS insurance, with Trustee Schwind seeking earlier documentation for future discussions. No public comments were made.
The board unanimously approved the 2026-2027 budget and officers' salaries, along with transferring $30,000 from the EMS budget to the general fund. Treasurer JoLisa Ugalde will adjust the budget, and Trustee Gans will prepare a departmental expense report. Public comments included praises for Supervisor Barb Conley and Trustee Silvia Gans.
The board approved amendments to the 2025-2026 budget and created the Deputy Supervisor position, both unanimously. Key action items include finalizing the proposed budget for 2026-2027. There were no public comments or items of contention during the meeting.
The Board approved the repeal of prior resolutions concerning Facilities and Roads ballot language for the August 4, 2026, election, with votes of 4 Aye and 0 Nay. Action items include revising ballot language, with the Board owning this task. Public comments included appreciation for the board's work by Barbara Conley, focusing on November Roads millage.
Main decisions included the unanimous approval of the agenda for the public hearing on the proposed 2026-27 budget. There were no action items assigned, and no public comments or items of contention were noted during the meeting.
The Board decided to maintain current office hours on a trial basis and approved permits for local festivals. Supervisor Shaw will oversee franchise negotiations with Charter, while efforts will be made to monitor the soccer agreement and parking. There were no public comments or items of contention raised during the meeting.
The Council decided to revise ballot language regarding the Mill Pond dam millage and plan further discussions on June 18, 2026. Ottenwess is responsible for refining the ballot language, presenting the Attainable Housing Ordinance amendment, and creating a Citizen of the Year policy. Public comments stressed the need for clarity on millage implications.
The committee decided to recommend dedicating two parking spaces for the Clerk and Treasurer at Marina Park. Action items include forwarding this recommendation to the Village Council (owner: committee) and monitoring parking issues for adjustments (owner: committee). There were no public comments or items of contention during the meeting.
The committee decided to dedicate two parking spaces for the Clerk and Treasurer to alleviate staff parking issues at Marina Park. The effectiveness of this action will be monitored, and signage will be placed. No public comments or items of contention were recorded.
The committee approved the proposed re-draft of the Marina Ordinance for further discussion. All members are responsible for reviewing the updates, and a follow-up meeting will be scheduled to finalize the changes. No public comments or controversy were noted during the meeting.
The committee decided to forward the updated Marina Ordinance to the Village Council for approval. The administration is responsible for following up with the Village Council, while the Administration Committee will meet on June 3, 2026, for next steps. There were no public comments or items of contention during the meeting.
The board decided to revisit the property purchase matter at the next Regular Board Meeting pending input from the realtor. Action items include T. Laureto consulting with a Bond Attorney and P. Laureto contacting Grand Traverse Surveying and Mapping. No public comments were recorded during the meeting.
The board decided to pursue the purchase of 6404 W. Western Ave and create a formal purchase agreement, with a follow-up meeting on June 10, 2026. Board members will compile a list of pros and cons, and the realtor will draft the purchase agreement. No public comments were made.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 12-2026 to purchase real property for $1,350,000 to enhance the town center, passed with a 3-2 vote. Action items include following up on property use specifics (assigned to a designated member), Supervisor coordinating with the Bond Attorney and land surveyor, and preparing for the August election. Public concerns were raised about the property purchase and the intended use.